Daily Morning Brief | 9 March

Morning brief

Mar 9, 2026 · 1:53 am

1. India Win T20 World Cup 2026

India defeated New Zealand by 96 runs in the final at Ahmedabad to lift the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup trophy.

2. Parliament Resumes Budget Session Today

The second phase of the Budget Session begins with a debate over a motion seeking the removal of Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla.

3. Jaishankar to Speak on Israel–Iran Conflict in Parliament

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar is expected to address the Lok Sabha on the ongoing West Asia conflict.

4. NITI Aayog Report Flags High Healthcare Costs

A new study says patients under the PMJAY scheme still spend an average of ₹53,965 from their own pockets during hospitalization.

5- Israel Launches Heavy Strikes on Iran, Five Oil Facilities Destroyed

6 - Israel Airstrikes Kill Over 30 in Lebanon

More than 30 people were killed after Israeli strikes hit several areas in Lebanon amid the escalating regional conflict.

7- ₹5,100 Crore Disbursed to Women Under Subhadra Yojana

The Odisha government provided financial assistance to over one crore women as part of its empowerment initiative under the Subhadra Yojana.

8- Edible Oil Prices Rise Across India

Retail prices of refined cooking oils such as sunflower, soybean, and palm oil are increasing amid tensions in the Middle East.