16/04/2026
Top 3 News | 16 April 2026
1️⃣ Samrat Choudhary Sworn In as Bihar’s First BJP Chief Minister
Choudhary took oath as CM, ending Nitish Kumar’s decades-long political era. Two JD(U) leaders also took oath as ministers and are likely to be Deputy CMs.
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2️⃣ Karnataka High Court Directs State to Strictly Implement Menstrual Leave Policy
Court ordered one-day monthly leave for women employees aged 18 to 52 during menstrual cycle. Order came on a petition filed by a hotel worker.
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3️⃣ Centre Assures South States No Loss Due to Delimitation, to Clarify in Parliament
All states will get 50% increase in Lok Sabha seats with no loss in proportional strength. Amit Shah will clarify when debate on Bills opens.
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