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A narco smuggler named Dharminder Singh was shot and injured by Punjab police in Amritsar after attempting to snatch a weapon and escape during a raid to recover concealed contraband. Meanwhile, three members of the 'Landa' gang were arrested after a brief encounter in Tarn Taran district, where one gang member was injured in the exchange of fire.

BJD MP Sasmit Patra urged the Election Commission of India to provide transparency and clarity regarding the linking of Voter ID cards with Aadhaar, emphasizing the need to address concerns about voter privacy and data security. The ECI aims to enhance electoral integrity and prevent duplicate voter registrations through this initiative, while adhering to legal and constitutional provisions.

The fourth National Sagarmala Apex Committee meeting, held on March 19th, 2023, marked a significant milestone in India's maritime infrastructure development. The meeting focused on accelerating port-led development and enhancing the country's maritime infrastructure, with the Sagarmala program witnessing substantial progress in various areas.

President Trump and Ukrainian President Zelenskyy discussed a possible ceasefire in a phone call, with Zelenskyy confirming Ukraine's readiness to implement a limited ceasefire on energy and civilian infrastructure. Meanwhile, Ukrainian and American teams are preparing to meet in Saudi Arabia to continue coordinating steps towards peace.

The Ministry of Ayush launched the Rashtriya Karmayogi Jan Seva Programme, aiming to transform the approach of Central Government employees towards public service by strengthening the spirit of service and upskilling individuals. The program emphasizes the importance of adopting the right approach to public service, leading to efficient duty performance, stress reduction, and timely service delivery.