India's First Openly Queer MP Sworn In as Rajya Sabha Member; Delhi Assembly Security Breach and Other Key Developments Senior Advocate Menaka Guruswamy was officially sworn in as a Rajya Sabha Member of Parliament on April 7, 2026, marking a historic milestone as India’s first openly queer member of parliament. A constitutional law expert, Guruswamy played a pivotal role in the 2018 Supreme Court judgment that decriminalized homosexuality in the country. Her appointment has been widely celebrated as a significant step toward greater representation of LGBTQ+ communities in Indian politics. The same day, a security breach occurred at the Delhi Legislative Assembly, where a masked driver rammed through a gate, left a bouquet inside the premises, and was apprehended within an hour. The incident, described as a “security scare,” raised concerns about the safety of public institutions. Authorities confirmed the driver was detained and questioned, though no immediate threats were reported. In a separate development, the Chief Justice of India (CJI) clarified that there is no question of withdrawing central forces from West Bengal, citing recent developments in the state. The remarks came amid ongoing discussions about the role of central forces in maintaining law and order in the region. Meanwhile, the Odisha government addressed confusion surrounding a minister’s remarks about a potential ban on 5 kg LPG cylinders. Officials clarified that there is no such ban, easing concerns among students and migrant workers who had feared disruptions in fuel supply. Internationally, a temporary ceasefire was reported near the Strait of Hormuz amid escalating tensions between Iran and the United States.#strait_of_hormuz #menaka_guruswamy #delhi_legislative_assembly #chief_judge_of_india #odisha_government
