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'News at 2' is your go-to daily afternoon bulletin, bringing you the top stories of the day at 2PM. This concise and informative wrap-up keeps you updated on the latest developments.

  1. March 30- Bihar CM Nitish Kumar Resigns As MLC; India Set To Tighten CCTV Norms; EC Transfers West Bengal Police Officers Ahead of Polls

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    March 30- Bihar CM Nitish Kumar Resigns As MLC; India Set To Tighten CCTV Norms; EC Transfers West Bengal Police Officers Ahead of Polls

    On News@2 this March 30, Areeb Raza brings to you the afternoon’s most crucial headlines. A major political shift is underway in Bihar as Nitish Kumar resigned as a Member of the Legislative Council, fuelling speculation about a leadership change within Janata Dal (United). Meanwhile, India is set to tighten CCTV security norms from April 1 under the STQC framework, likely restricting Chinese firms like Hikvision, Dahua, and TP-Link. In West Bengal, the Election Commission of India has transferred officers across 173 police stations ahead of Assembly polls, including key constituencies like Bhabanipur, where Mamata Banerjee faces the BJP’s Suvendu Adhikari in a high-stakes contest. Tune In! Produced by Areeb Raza Sound mixed by Rohan Bharti

    9 min
  2. March 27- Balendra Shah Sworn In As Nepal's PM; Petroleum Minister Denies Lockdown Rumours; Centre Cuts Extra Fuel Duty Amid West Asia War

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    March 27- Balendra Shah Sworn In As Nepal's PM; Petroleum Minister Denies Lockdown Rumours; Centre Cuts Extra Fuel Duty Amid West Asia War

    On News@2 this March 27, Areeb Raza brings to you the afternoon’s most crucial headlines. Nepal’s political landscape has seen a major shift as Balendra Shah, popularly known as Balen, was sworn in as the country’s youngest Prime Minister after a landslide electoral victory, with his party securing 182 of 275 seats. Meanwhile in India, Petroleum Minister Hardeep Singh Puri dismissed rumours of a Covid-like nationwide lockdown, assuring that the government is not considering any such move and that energy supplies remain stable despite West Asia tensions. In a separate development, the government cut additional excise duty on petrol and diesel by Rs 10 per litre, though retail prices remain unchanged as oil companies absorb global price volatility. Tune In! Produced by Areeb Raza Sound mixed by Aman Pal

    9 min
  3. March 26- Iran Allows Select Ships Through Hormuz; Muslim Voter Deletion Sparks Protests; Dozens Killed In Andhra Pradesh Bus Crash

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    March 26- Iran Allows Select Ships Through Hormuz; Muslim Voter Deletion Sparks Protests; Dozens Killed In Andhra Pradesh Bus Crash

    On News@2 this March 26, Areeb Raza brings to you the afternoon’s most crucial headlines. Iran has said it will allow ships from India, Russia, China, Pakistan and Iraq to pass through the Strait of Hormuz despite the ongoing West Asia conflict, while blocking vessels from the US, Israel and allied nations. In West Bengal, controversy erupted after 340 Muslim voters were removed from the electoral roll in Basirhat, triggering protests and allegations of targeted exclusion. Meanwhile, in Andhra Pradesh’s Markapuram district, a bus collision with a truck led to a fire, killing 13 people and injuring 22. Leaders including President Droupadi Murmu and Prime Minister Narendra Modi have expressed condolences and announced financial assistance for victims. Tune In! Produced by Areeb Raza Sound mixed by Suraj Singh

    9 min
  4. March 25- Congress Told To Vacate Key Delhi Offices; Gujarat Passes UCC Bill; AIADMK Releases First Candidate List For Tamil Nadu Polls

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    March 25- Congress Told To Vacate Key Delhi Offices; Gujarat Passes UCC Bill; AIADMK Releases First Candidate List For Tamil Nadu Polls

    On News@2 this March 25, Taniya Dutta brings to you the afternoon’s most crucial headlines. The Congress party has been asked to vacate its key offices in New Delhi, including its headquarters at Akbar Road and premises at Raisina Road, by March 28, prompting the party to explore legal options and seek an extension. Meanwhile, the Gujarat Assembly passed the Uniform Civil Code Bill after a lengthy debate, with Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel defending it as ensuring equal rights, while the Opposition criticised it as politically motivated. In Tamil Nadu, the All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam released its first list of 23 candidates for the April 23 Assembly elections, fielding senior leaders and allocating seats to allies within the National Democratic Alliance. Tune In! Produced by Taniya Dutta Sound mixed by Rohan Bharti

    8 min
  5. March 24- SC Grants One-Time Pension To Women SSC Officers; CM Gupta Presents Delhi Budget; Top Court Rules SC Status Lost After Conversion

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    March 24- SC Grants One-Time Pension To Women SSC Officers; CM Gupta Presents Delhi Budget; Top Court Rules SC Status Lost After Conversion

    On News@2 this March 24, Taniya Dutta brings to you the afternoon’s most crucial headlines. The Supreme Court delivered a landmark ruling granting women Short Service Commission officers Permanent Commission, striking down discriminatory caps and ordering equal benefits, including pensions. Separately, Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta presented a 1,037 billion rupee budget with a strong green focus and increased infrastructure spending. In another key judgment, the Supreme Court upheld that individuals converting to Christianity cannot retain Scheduled Caste status, limiting eligibility to those professing Hinduism, Sikhism, or Buddhism. Tune In! Produced by Taniya Dutta Sound mixed by Rohan Bharti

    8 min
  6. March 23- EC To Release WB Supplementary Voter List; NIA Conducts Raids In Red Fort Blast Probe; Jet Crash At LaGuardia Injures Several

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    March 23- EC To Release WB Supplementary Voter List; NIA Conducts Raids In Red Fort Blast Probe; Jet Crash At LaGuardia Injures Several

    On News@2 this March 23, Taniya Dutta brings to you the afternoon’s most crucial headlines. The Election Commission is set to release the first supplementary voters’ list for West Bengal elections, with over 2.7 million cases verified after scrutiny. The updated roll will be displayed at polling booths and online, with tight security in place ahead of polls on April 23 and 29. Meanwhile, the National Investigation Agency has conducted raids across Jammu and Kashmir in connection with the Red Fort car bomb blast that killed 13 people, with 11 arrests so far. In the US, an Air Canada flight collided with a ground vehicle at New York’s LaGuardia Airport, injuring several and forcing a temporary shutdown of flight operations. Tune In! Produced by Taniya Dutta Sound mixed by Rohan Bharti

    7 min
  7. March 20- Government Pushes Aadhaar App On Phones; Rupee Falls To Record Low; Uttarakhand CM Pushkar Singh Dhami Expands His Cabinet

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    March 20- Government Pushes Aadhaar App On Phones; Rupee Falls To Record Low; Uttarakhand CM Pushkar Singh Dhami Expands His Cabinet

    On News@2 this March 20, Taniya Dutta brings to you the afternoon’s most crucial headlines. The Government has proposed pre-installing the Aadhaar app on all new smartphones to improve access to digital identity services, though the move has faced resistance from companies citing privacy and logistical concerns. Meanwhile, the Indian rupee fell to a record low, breaching the 93 mark against the US dollar amid rising crude oil prices and escalating West Asia tensions, raising inflation worries. In Uttarakhand, Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami expanded his cabinet with five new ministers, taking it to its full strength of 12, aiming to strengthen governance and fill key vacancies following earlier reductions due to a minister’s death and a resignation. Tune In! Produced by Taniya Dutta Sound mixed by Rohan Bharti

    7 min
  8. March 19- Doraiswami Named India’s Envoy To China; BJP Announces Candidate List For Assam Elections; CM Vijayan Files Nomination In Kerala

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    March 19- Doraiswami Named India’s Envoy To China; BJP Announces Candidate List For Assam Elections; CM Vijayan Files Nomination In Kerala

    On News@2 this March 19, Areeb Raza brings to you the afternoon’s most crucial headlines. India has appointed seasoned diplomat Vikram Doraiswami as its new ambassador to China, signalling efforts to stabilise ties amid ongoing border tensions. Meanwhile, the Bharatiya Janata Party has released its first list of 88 candidates for the Assam Assembly elections, with Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma set to contest from Jalukbari. Separately, political activity has intensified across southern states ahead of polls, with Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan filing his nomination, while senior Congress Leader Shashi Tharoor ruled himself out of the chief ministerial race. Tune In! Produced by Areeb Raza Sound mixed by Rohan Bharti

    8 min
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'News at 2' is your go-to daily afternoon bulletin, bringing you the top stories of the day at 2PM. This concise and informative wrap-up keeps you updated on the latest developments.

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    India Today Podcasts
  • Creatore
    Aaj Tak Radio
  • Anni di attività
    2025 - 2026
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    116
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