Centre revokes NSA detention of Sonam Wangchuk after 5 months in Jodhpur jail

In a significant development, the Union government on Saturday, March 14, 2026, revoked the detention of climate activist Sonam Wangchuk under the National Security Act (NSA), five months after he was lodged in Jodhpur jail following the Leh protests.

The decision has been described as a step toward easing tensions in the Ladakh region and fostering “mutual trust.”

Wangchuk, known for his environmental activism and advocacy for Ladakh’s rights, was detained during protests demanding constitutional safeguards and stronger protection for the region’s ecology and governance. Read full story

LPG cylinder prices hiked: Check latest rates in Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata and other cities

Cooking gas rates have gone up across India as a result of the disruption in the supply chain caused by the growing conflict situation in West Asia. The rates have gone up for both domestic and commercial LPG cylinders. According to a report by Mint, the rates of the standard domestic LPG cylinder containing 14.2 kilograms of gas were raised by ₹60. In the same way, the rates of the 19-kilogram commercial LPG cylinder were raised by ₹144. This has come at a time when the energy supply chain has been affected owing to the growing tension between the United States, Israel, and Iran. The recent hike in LPG prices can be traced to the disruptions caused by the ongoing conflict in West Asia. The recent exchange of military actions between the United States, Israel, and Iran has had an impact on the shipping routes in West Asia. Read full story

Govt introduces bill to redefine transgender identity, drops ‘self-perceived gender’ clause

The Union government has introduced the Transgender Persons (Protection of Rights) Amendment Bill, 2026, in the Lok Sabha, proposing a more specific definition of transgender identity and removing the provision that allowed “self-perceived gender identity” as the basis for obtaining a transgender certificate. According to Social Justice and Empowerment Minister Virendra Kumar, the change aims to ensure that the benefits of the law reach individuals who face genuine social discrimination. The bill states that transgender persons will be identified through socio-cultural identities such as hijra, kinner, aravani and similar communities, or through intersex variations present at birth. It also proposes setting up a medical board headed by a chief medical officer to examine cases before a district magistrate issues a transgender identity certificate. Additionally, the bill introduces stricter penalties for crimes against transgender persons, including imprisonment of up to life term in severe cases such as kidnapping, forced mutilation or coercion to adopt a transgender identity.

Election Commission of India sets in new directives for the West Bengal Assembly elections

As the West Bengal assembly elections draw near, a major decision by the Election Commission of India is expected to significantly impact the dynamics on the ground. Across the 294 seats, Sub-Divisional magistrates or the Sub-Divisional Officers are to act as the returning officer (RO) in the upcoming elections. The Election Commission of India has announced in its official notice that the Sub-Divisional Officers (SDOs), district-level officers, and other senior government officials will act as the Returning Officers for the upcoming assembly elections in the state. This directive is applicable and...Click here to read the full story

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