Morning News Wrap: Key Developments Across India & World

March 16, 2026

Here are the top news stories that made headlines, from the escalating key political, economic and legal developments across India and the region

1. Assembly Elections 2026: Poll dates announced; West Bengal to vote in two phases, Kerala, Assam, Tamil Nadu and Puducherry in one phase

2.“Manner in which banners, placards displayed, language being used”: LS Speaker Birla urges MPs to maintain dignity in Parliament

3.Israeli PM Netanyahu debunks death rumours, sips coffee, shows 5 fingers

4.Trump urges Japan, S Korea to secure Hormuz Strait

5.DGCA eases FDTL norms for Air India amid airspace curbs due to Iran war

6. Fire blazes through 40-plus stalls at Delhi’s Dastkar Nature Bazaar, goods and equipment ‘totally destroyed’

7.Delhi HC rejects Kejriwal’s plea to transfer excise policy case to another Bench

8.Bihar NDA leaders exude confidence of “huge majority” victory ahead of Rajya Sabha polls on March 16

9.Karachi mall fire: Gul Plaza management alleges delayed rescue response

10.Pakistani terrorist killed in joint operation in Uri