Sun Mar 23 00:42:14 UTC 2025: ## National & International News Roundup: March 23, 2025

**Delhi Chief Justice Inquiry Report Made Public:** In an unprecedented move promoting transparency, the Delhi High Court’s internal inquiry report into allegations against Justice Yashwant Varma, including photos and videos, was uploaded to the Supreme Court website. The report, submitted by Chief Justice D.K. Upadhyaya, assesses the veracity of the allegations.

**CBI Closes Sushant Singh Rajput Death Case:** The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has filed a closure report in the death of Bollywood actor Sushant Singh Rajput, concluding its investigation. The report, submitted to a Mumbai court, dismisses earlier claims of poisoning and strangulation, based on AIIMS forensic experts’ findings. The court will decide whether to accept the report or order further investigation.

**Israel-Lebanon Tensions Escalate:** Israel launched a second wave of airstrikes on Lebanon in response to a cross-border rocket attack. Hezbollah denied responsibility for the attack. The Israeli Defence Ministry described the strikes as the largest escalation since a November ceasefire.

**Southern States Criticize Delimitation Process:** Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan and Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar criticized the BJP-led government’s proposed delimitation process, arguing that it unfairly disadvantages southern states by prioritizing population alone and lacking consultation. They claim the move is politically motivated.

**Supreme Court Judges Visit Manipur Relief Camps:** A five-member team of Supreme Court judges visited relief camps in Manipur, offering support to internally displaced persons and expressing hope for a return to peace in the violence-torn state.

**RCB Triumphs in IPL Opener:** Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) defeated Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) by seven wickets in a thrilling IPL-18 season opener. Phil Salt’s aggressive batting and Virat Kohli’s star power led RCB to victory.

**PLI Schemes Boost Indian Manufacturing:** The government’s production-linked incentive (PLI) schemes have attracted ₹1.61 lakh crore in investments and generated ₹14 lakh crore in sales across 14 sectors, according to the Ministry of Commerce.

**Pope Francis to be Discharged from Hospital:** Pope Francis is set to be discharged from the hospital on Sunday after a 38-day battle with pneumonia. While requiring further rest and rehabilitation, his doctors are optimistic about his recovery.

**Mass Shooting in New Mexico:** Three people died and 15 were injured in a shooting at a Las Cruces, New Mexico park. Police recovered numerous shell casings, suggesting multiple shooters and weapons involved in an altercation between two groups. Multiple agencies are assisting in the investigation.

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