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The Ministry of External Affairs has strongly rebuffed China's attempt to rename places in Arunachal Pradesh, asserting that such actions will not change the region's integral status within India.

The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) has warned of an impending heatwave, particularly affecting Rajasthan and surrounding states. Temperatures are expected to exceed 45 degrees Celsius in several districts. The IMD also issued a nationwide warning of extreme heat from April to June

The BJP has lodged a complaint with the Central Election Commission against Dr Yathindra, son of Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah, for labelling Union Home Minister Amit Shah as a 'goonda' and 'rowdy'. Siddaramaiah defended his son's remarks, stating that they were based on language used in a CBI report concerning Shah's comments about a certain individual.

The fee adjustments are expected to significantly impact Indian nationals, especially those applying for H-1B, L-1, and EB-5 visas. USCIS has introduced substantial fee hikes, including a 70% increase for H-1B visa petitions, a 201% surge for L-1 visas, and a 129% rise for O-1 visas

Despite the tumultuous circumstances, the crew members are actively engaged not only in their routine tasks but also in assisting investigators from the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) and the Coast Guard.

The Department of Telecom (DoT) in India has mandated the cessation of USSD code usage for activating call forwarding features, effective April 15, 2024. This move aims to bolster security and prevent misuse in online scams and mobile-related crimes. USSD codes, commonly used by mobile users, have been identified as vulnerable to scams.

Foreign Minister S Jaishankar firmly rebutted China's recent move to rename villages in Arunachal Pradesh as a means to assert sovereignty claims over the Indian state. Jaishankar emphasized that mere changes in nomenclature do not alter the ground realities or the sovereignty of the region, reiterating India's stance that Arunachal Pradesh has always been and will remain an integral part of India

Political parties gearing up for the Lok Sabha elections in South India are driving a surge in demand for private aviation services, particularly helicopters and jets. Bookings are soaring, with the BJP reserving over a hundred aircraft for campaign purposes. This surge in demand raises concerns about the availability and cost of non-political VVIPs. 

Residents of Jakkannakki village in Chikkamagaluru, Karnataka are boycotting the upcoming Lok Sabha elections due to long-standing grievances over inadequate infrastructure. With over 600 eligible voters, the village faces challenges such as poor roads and limited transportation. Despite past assurances, residents feel neglected by elected representatives and demand concrete solutions over empty promises.

The delivery aims to enhance Guyana's capabilities in areas such as connecting remote regions, medical evacuation, disaster response, surveillance, reconnaissance, and troop transportation. The aircraft were acquired through a loan agreement between Guyana and India's Export-Import Bank.