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In Delhi, the price of one litre of diesel sold for industrial uses like manufacturing, logistics and power generation was hiked to Rs 109.59 from earlier rate of Rs 87.67, an increase of Rs 21.92 per litre or over 25%. Amid the ongoing West Asia conflict, public-sector oil marketing companies in India on Friday started a selective…

According to sources, she met Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis earlier in the evening, and he asked her to resign. In a major development following the arrest of celebrity astrologer ‘Captain’ Ashok Kharat in a case of sexual assault and making objectionable videos of women, Maharashtra State Commission for Women (MSCW) chairperson Rupali Chakankar tendered her resignation on…

One of the 10 pledges of the manifesto focuses on empowerment of women, with the party promising to enhance financial assistance under the Lakshmir Bhandar West Bengal chief minister Mamata Banerjee on Friday released the Trinamool Congress’s (TMC) manifesto for the upcoming assembly elections, detailing 10 key pledges focused on welfare expansion, job creation, infrastructure development and…

Jurors were asked to decide if two tweets and comments Musk made on a podcast in May 2022 amounted to him intentionally defrauding Twitter shareholders A jury in the federal court in San Francisco found Elon Musk liable for misleading investors. It said he deliberately drove down Twitter’s stock price in the months leading up to his…

The aircraft was a Boeing 777-200LR, while Air India currently has approval to operate only its Boeing 777-300ER fleet on services to Canada. It was a flight to nowhere for the passengers on board an Air India flight bound for Vancouver yesterday. It returned to Delhi after nearly eight hours in the air as the airline mistakenly…

The police have taken Sohail Malik and Mehak (Sane Iram), the two masterminds, along with four others, into their custody. The Ghaziabad police on March 14 arrested six individuals for allegedly being associated with a spying network that held ties with Pakistan’s intelligence agency ISI. These individuals are accused of installing CCTV cameras at various places to…

The Indian embassy in Saudi Arabia cited ‘recent developments’ on March 18 as the cause behind the death of the Indian national. On that day, Saudi Arabia downed four ballistic missiles targeting Riyadh. However, some debris fell near a refinery south of the city. An Indian national was killed in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, amid the Middle East…

Punjab has carried out a record doctor recruitment drive and expanded its healthcare workforce significantly. The state has also boosted cancer diagnosis and infrastructure with new PET scan units and a medical college. The Punjab government has completed one of the largest doctor recruitment drives in the state since Independence, while also expanding key diagnostic and cancer…

The move follows internal challenges faced by both leaders. Ramadoss, founder of the Pattali Makkal Katchi (PMK), has been at odds with his son Anbumani Ramadoss over control of the party. Despite being the founder, he has been unable to legally reclaim the party symbol or leadership post. Sasikala, a close aide of former Chief Minister J…

Aman Gupta, a Shark Tank India judge, regrets missing an investment in The Health Factory, now earning Rs 20-30 crore monthly. Even seasoned investors have their off days and Aman Gupta is candid enough to admit it. The Shark Tank India judge recently opened up about a missed investment opportunity and even shared how he once showed…

Ahead of Kerala’s elections, Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan expressed confidence in the LDF’s ability to secure a third consecutive victory. He highlighted significant developmental changes in the state, attributing them to successful projects initiated after 2016. Ahead of the upcoming election season in Kerala, Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan expressed confidence that the ruling Left Democratic Front (LDF)…

According to the police FIR, Ashok Kharat, who refers to himself as ‘Captain’ as he is a retired Merchant Navy officer, used to summon women to his office by luring them with promises of resolving their personal problems. An influential astrologer, Ashok Kharat, has been arrested for allegedly repeatedly raping a 35-year-old woman under the guise of…

EAM S Jaishankar spoke to Israeli counterpart Gideon Sa’ar amid rising West Asia tensions, discussing the conflict’s repercussions. He earlier urged dialogue between Israel and Iran as the crisis disrupted the Strait of Hormuz. India called attacks on Gulf energy infrastructure “deeply disturbing”. Meanwhile, the Israel–Iran war entered day 19, escalating across multiple fronts. External Affairs Minister…

The Embassy of Ukraine in India expressed serious concern over the March 13 detention of six Ukrainian nationals and one US citizen by the NIA in Mizoram. The embassy said publicly available reports suggested possible Russian influence, raising fears the case could be politically motivated. Kyiv called for full consular access, legal assistance, and a transparent investigation.…

The Ahmedabad Crime Branch seized Rs 2.38 crore of fake currency, arrested seven from Surat, uncovered a printing unit, links to the Satyam Foundation, and the use of AI tools; hunt on for wider network and Ahmedabad agents. The Ahmedabad Crime Branch has busted a major fake currency racket, seizing counterfeit notes worth Rs 2.38 crore and…

India flagged Pakistan’s clandestine nuclear proliferation history as a global threat, echoing concerns raised in a recent US intelligence assessment. The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) on Thursday said Pakistan’s track record of clandestine nuclear proliferation poses a serious global threat, echoing concerns raised in a recent US intelligence assessment. Addressing a regular press briefing, MEA spokesperson…

One Mumbai-based buyer purchased one plot, while another secured three by placing the top bids. Authorities have not yet revealed the identities of either of the successful bidders. Properties linked to fugitive underworld don Dawood Ibrahim in Maharashtra’s Ratnagiri district have finally been sold after several unsuccessful attempts over the years. The Central government conducted the auction…

A growing rift inside Congress over the West Asia conflict reveals sharp differences on India’s foreign policy, with senior leaders backing the government even as the party leadership questions New Delhi’s moral and strategic stance. A fresh rift has surfaced within the Congress over India’s response to the escalating conflict in West Asia, with senior leaders Manish…

The prime suspect in the case was identified as Kamruddin, a Firozabad native who now stands accused of running a sprawling occult network. When police discovered a white Tata hatchback parked on the service lane of Delhi’s Peeragarhi flyover on February 8, a routine check led to a shocking discovery – three dead bodies inside, with no…

Iranian attacks ‌have knocked out 17% of Qatar’s liquefied natural gas (LNG) export capacity, causing an estimated $20 billion in lost annual revenue and threatening supplies to Europe and Asia, QatarEnergy’s CEO and state minister for energy affairs told Reuters on Thursday. Saad al-Kaabi said two of Qatar’s 14 LNG trains and one of its two gas-to-liquids…

India has been hit ⁠hard by the jump in crude prices and disruption in oil and gas supplies, but unlike China it has not moved to ban exports of refined fuel. India has ordered oil and gas companies to share details on exports, imports and inventories with a government agency, as the South Asian nation seeks to…

US Ambassador Sergio Gor met NSA Ajit Doval on March 18 in New Delhi, discussing critical security and geopolitical issues. Gor said strategic cooperation between India and the US continues to advance. The talks come amid tensions in West Asia and on the Afghanistan-Pakistan border, highlighting both nations’ shared commitment to regional stability. US Ambassador to India,…

BJP MP Kangana Ranaut alleged that Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi behaves in a manner that makes women MPs uncomfortable in Parliament. BJP MP and actor-turned-politician Kangana Ranaut on Wednesday sparked a fresh political controversy after alleging that Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi behaves in a manner that makes women MPs uncomfortable in Parliament. Speaking to reporters…

The Supreme Court’s stinging remarks came while it was hearing the ED’s petition alleging interference by Mamata Banerjee and her government during its January 8 raids on the office of political consultancy firm I-PAC. The Supreme Court on Wednesday came down heavily on the Bengal government in the I-PAC case, saying Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee interrupting ED…

Congress president Kharge on Wednesday said in Rajya Sabha sarcastically that former PM and JD(S) leader HD Deve Gowda “loved Congress but married Modi”. Responding to Congress president’s “love us, married Modi” jibe, former prime minister and Janata Dal (Secular) supremo HD Deve Gowda on Wednesday said he did love the Grand Old party but had to…

VanDyke identified himself as a security analyst, documentary filmmaker, and war correspondent, but sources suggest there are more layers to the shadowy figure. The arrest of an American national in India has uncovered several crucial leads in a high-level investigation encompassing national security angles. Matthew VanDyke was among seven foreigners who were arrested two days earlier in…

Bordoloi, often called Shashi Tharoor of the northeast for his erudition, resigned from his Lok Sabha seat yesterday and is now set to contest the assembly elections on a BJP ticket. The departure of Assam Congress leaders Bhupen Borah and now Pradyut Bordoloi, which has added to the challenges of the Congress ahead of the state election,…

Ashoka demanded the suspension of a few secretaries. Leader of the Opposition in the Karnataka Assembly, R Ashoka made a strong comment against IAS officers, saying that it stands for “I Am Sorry”. On March 16, Home Minister G Parameshwara, in the Assembly, tabled 84 answers against 230 ‘unstarred’ questions raised by lawmakers, due to which Speaker…

Her health deteriorated after she had her tooth extracted at a private clinic in Hariharganj town. She was rushed to the Community Health Center. However, doctors could not save her. A woman died under suspicious circumstances on Tuesday following a tooth extraction procedure at a private clinic in Jharkhand’s Palamu district. The owner of the clinic absconded…

Air travel rules are set for a shake-up as the government cracks down on hidden charges and pushes airlines to prioritise passengers. What changes for your next flight and what airlines must now do. Air travellers in India may soon see a major relief in hidden costs, with the government stepping in to curb extra charges on…

A deadly meningitis outbreak in the UK has triggered rapid contact tracing and preventive treatment. Experts say this public health tool is crucial to contain infections, identify exposed individuals and stop outbreaks before they spread further. A recent meningitis outbreak in Canterbury, UK, has put the spotlight back on one of public health’s most critical tools, contact…

Officials said the survivor comes from a poor family and her father died some time ago. At 11, most children wouldn’t even know what an acid attack is. This 11-year-old, however, became a victim of one. The survivor, a Class 6 student of a school in Wadgaon Pan in Maharashtra’s Ahilyanagar, was returning home after classes got…

During her visit to KIIT, Nita Ambani engaged with students and played with a toddler. Nita Ambani interacted with students during her visit to the Kalinga Institute of Industrial Technology in Bhubaneswar, Odisha, on March 16. In one particularly sweet moment, she took a toddler into her arms and played with her, easily slipping from humanitarian into…

The Indian government opposed the reopening, arguing that protective measures would prevent breaches of assurances given by India. Nirav’s lawyers referenced another case involving Sanjay Bhandari, who was spared extradition due to similar human rights concerns, highlighting systemic torture risks in Indian custody. Fugitive diamantaire Nirav Modi has moved an application seeking permission to reopen his extradition…

Activist Sonam Wangchuk hailed the revocation of his detention under the National Security Act as a positive step towards rebuilding trust between the government and the people of Ladakh. Activist Sonam Wangchuk on Tuesday described the revocation of his detention under the National Security Act (NSA) as a “win-win” outcome and said the Centre had extended a…

The deal is ready. It has not been called off and there is nothing like a stand-off between the two nations, said Commerce Secretary Rajesh Agrawal. The United States is trying to create a tariff architecture globally, so, it’s better to sign the trade deal once they set the framework, said India’s Commerce Secretary Rajesh Agrawal on…

Haarish Ali, a resident of Saharanpur district, was arrested in Moradabad on Sunday during an ongoing probe into activities of ISIS-linked online networks operating in India, a statement from the ATS said. The Uttar Pradesh Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS) has arrested a 19-year-old student pursuing dentistry for allegedly having links with an online module of the banned terror…

A controversy over the secrecy of votes has delayed the counting process in the Haryana Rajya Sabha Election, with complaints filed by both the Congress and the BJ against each other’s MLAs. A controversy over the secrecy of votes has delayed the counting process in the Haryana Rajya Sabha Election, with complaints filed by both the Congress…

Despite support from Asaduddin Owaisi’s AIMIM and the BSP, the Mahagathbandhan could not muster the required figure of 41 In the Rajya Sabha elections being held for five seats in Bihar, the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) is considered certain to win all five. However, despite support from Asaduddin Owaisi’s AIMIM and the BSP, the Mahagathbandhan could not…

Hardeep Singh Puri’s daughter moves Delhi HC in a Rs 10 crore defamation case seeking removal of content linking her to Jeffrey Epstein. Himayani Puri, daughter of Union Minister Hardeep Singh Puri, has moved the Delhi High Court seeking removal of online content that allegedly links her to disgraced financier Jeffrey Epstein. In her plea, she has…

A massive fire broke out in parts of three hotels in Pahalgam’s Larri Pora area of Jammu and Kashmir. The buildings have sustained heavy damage, with a gas cylinder blast worsening the situation and hampering firefighting and relief efforts, according to a Fire Department official. A massive fire broke out in parts of three hotels in Pahalgam’s…

In one of the most unexpected collaborations, singer and rapper Yo Yo Honey Singh recently collaborated with the Delhi Police to advise the Indian youth about staying away from drugs and addiction. In a collaboration that absolutely no one saw coming- probably NOT even the collaborators themselves– a video was shared by the Delhi Police, in collaboration…

On Saturday, two Indian-flag LPG carriers—Shivalik and Nanda Devi—carrying about 92,712 tonnes of LPG crossed the war-hit Strait of Hormuz. The Centre on Sunday said that an Indian-flagged crude tanker sailed out safely from the UAE’s Fujairah after loading oil, despite an attack on the oil terminal. The vessel, Jag Laadki, carrying about 80,800 tonnes of Murban…

The ongoing shortage of commercial LPG cylinders in India, caused by energy supply disruptions from the Gulf, is impacting temples and religious institutions. Many have limited food offerings or sought alternative energy sources. An ongoing shortage of commercial LPG cylinders, triggered by disruptions in energy supplies from the Gulf region, is beginning to affect temples and religious…

A Pakistani terrorist was gunned down by the security forces along the LoC in Jammu and Kashmir. The Indian Army successfully foiled an infiltration bid along the Line of Control in Uri sector of Jammu and Kashmir, eliminating a Pakistani terrorist. Warlike stores, including an AK rifle, pistols and large quantity of ammunition, were also recovered. The…

CEC Gyanesh Kumar said Bengal will go to polls in two phases, so it is “convenient” for people while government sources indicated logistical constraints and political calculations The Election Commission of India has done away with the usual multiple-phase polling schedule in West Bengal, which will vote in two phases for the first time in 25 years.…

After 13 years in a coma, Harish Rana was shifted to AIIMS for court-approved passive euthanasia. Doctors will gradually withdraw life support under supervision, ending his prolonged vegetative state. After 13 years in a vegetative state, 32-year-old Harish Rana was on Saturday shifted from Ghaziabad to AIIMS Delhi following a Supreme Court order permitting passive euthanasia. Doctors…

The subsequent discovery of a lengthy suicide note provided a harrowing account of the “cruelty and coercion” he reportedly faced at the hands of his peers since January 2026. The investigation into the tragic death of a final-year MBBS student at AIIMS Rajkot has taken a significant turn. Following a detailed 17-page suicide note, the Gandhigram Police…

Restaurants and eateries, which represent one of the largest commercial consumers, have been allotted the largest share at 42 per cent of the regulated supply. The Delhi government issued an order on Saturday, capping the daily regulated distribution of commercial LPG cylinders at roughly 20 per cent of the city’s average consumption. The directive follows instructions from…

Fathali, however, did not specify the number of vessels that have been allowed to pass through. Amid the escalating conflict in West Asia, Iranian ambassador to India, Mohammad Fathali, on Saturday said Iran has “allowed some ships” to pass through the Strait of Hormuz, a strategic trade route. He, however, did not specify the number of vessels…

During a gathering in poll-bound Assam, Prime Minister Narendra Modi says it was expected that the Congress would play the role of a responsible political party, but it failed yet again to prioritise national interest Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday (March 14, 2026) said the Congress was capitalising on the war in West Asia to create…

A Bangladeshi national, Philip Sangma, has been arrested in West Bengal for allegedly facilitating the illegal border crossing of the suspects involved in the killing of Osman Hadi in Bangladesh. West Bengal Police’s Special Task Force (STF) has arrested a Bangladeshi national in connection with the murder of the 32-year-old Bangladeshi political activist Sharif Osman Hadi in…

The veiled swipe referenced Arvind Kejriwal given a clean chit by a court in Delhi in the liquor policy case last month. During the hearing, the judge tore into the CBI and said the entire case was based on conjecture and surmise, lacking any admissible evidence. Aam Aadmi Party supremo and ex-Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal slammed the…

Family members alleged that the company forced Deonandan Prasad Singh to rejoin duty three days before the war began when the United States and Israel attacked Iran on February 28. A 54-year-old seafarer from Kandivli, Deonandan Prasad Singh, was killed after the Marshall Islands-flagged oil tanker MT Safesea Vishnu, on which he was serving, came under attack…

The Strait of Hormuz is one of the world’s most critical maritime chokepoints, through which a significant portion of global oil supplies passes each day. Several Indian Navy warships are stationed near the Persian Gulf and are on standby to assist merchant vessels heading towards India, sources confirmed on Sunday. According to news agency ANI, sources said…

Central government has included a US based quadrivalent vaccine, Gardasil in the national immunisation program As the UT administration launches a fresh push to vaccinate girls against cervical cancer, Human Papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine hesitancy persists, fuelled by the contentious history of Gardasil vaccine in India. To combat the high burden of cervical cancer, India’s second most common…

The drizzle was accompanied by gusty winds, lightning and a mild chill in the air, offering residents some relief. Residents of Delhi-NCR woke up to light rain and thunderstorms on Sunday, bringing relief from high temperatures across the national capital and neighbouring areas. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued an orange alert for Delhi, warning of…

Pawan Khera’s post also referred to India’s vote in the United Nations, supporting a resolution seeking an “immediate cessation of all attacks by the Islamic Republic of Iran.” He questioned India’s continued silence to condemn the US-Israeli strikes on Iran. The Congress on Friday hit out at External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar over his call with his…

An undercover investigation has exposed a widespread LPG black market in Delhi, where cylinders are hoarded, sold without booking slips and even partially emptied before delivery, raising serious concerns over supply diversion, consumer exploitation and safety risks. An undercover investigation has exposed a thriving illegal LPG cylinder trade operating across several parts of Delhi, where gas cylinders…

The case, registered on December 6, 2025, by Union Bank of India, alleges criminal conspiracy and cheating. Jai Anmol was questioned about loans worth Rs 5,572 crore taken by the company from multiple banks, including Union Bank, which were later declared non-performing assets. Jai Anmol Anil Ambani, son of industrialist Anil Ambani, was questioned for nearly six…

India has granted temporary immigration relief to foreigners unable to leave due to the West Asia conflict, offering one-month visa extensions, waiving overstay fines and issuing free exit or landing permits. India will grant one-month visa extensions and waive overstay penalties for foreign nationals stranded in the country because of travel disruptions linked to the ongoing conflict…

A 25-year-old man in Ujjain was arrested after CCTV footage showed him stealing a married neighbour’s undergarments. Police said he confessed to the act, claiming he was obsessed with her. Police in Madhya Pradesh’s Ujjain have arrested a 25-year-old man after CCTV footage caught him repeatedly stealing a married woman’s undergarments from outside her home, in a…

As missiles and drones are seen flying over the region, the captain says they are awaiting a possible escort from the Indian Navy, while anxious family members in Mumbai appeal for the government’s help to bring them home safely. The ongoing tensions amid the US-Israel-Iran conflict are now directly affecting Indian homes, with a tanker captain and…

In a drone strike in Sohar, Oman, two Indian nationals were killed, marking the first Indian fatalities on land since the Iran-US conflict began on February 28 Two Indian nationals were killed and 10 others injured in a drone strike in Oman’s Sohar city on Friday that marked the first Indian fatalities on land since the Iran-US…

IndiGo will introduce fuel surcharges on domestic and international routes from March 14, following a similar move by Air India. Airlines cite a steep surge in Aviation Turbine Fuel prices, which form nearly 40% of operating costs. Several global carriers are also implementing surcharges, likely pushing airfares higher during the upcoming travel season. IndiGo announced the introduction…

The revelation happens when a man discusses with the auto driver about how expensive it is to live in Mumbai. A video from Mumbai has caught widespread attention online, showing an auto-rickshaw driver talking about his earnings. The revelation happens when a man discusses with the auto driver about how expensive it is to live in Mumbai.…

Sources said an LPG vessel is also expected to pass through the Strait at 9.30am IST, and will similarly be guided by Indian naval assets once it clears the sensitive maritime zone An Indian LPG carrier Shivalik, carrying over 40,000 metric tonnes of liquefied petroleum gas (LPG), has successfully moved into the open sea after transiting the…

India’s crude oil supplies remain secure, Sujata Sharma, Joint Secretary in the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas, told reporters at a briefing. Amid the ongoing West Asia conflict, a senior Oil Ministry official on Wednesday said that there is no need for panic booking of LPG cylinders, and that the normal delivery cycle of two-and-a-half days…

This was the first phone call between Modi and Pezeshkian after Israel and the United States launched attacks on Iran on February 28. Prime Minister Narendra Modi had a phone call with President Masoud Pezeshkian of Iran and underlined the need for unhindered transit of goods and energy through the Persian Gulf. “Expressed deep concern over the…

A 25-year-old woman was found dead in a hotel room in Old Delhi, prompting police to open a murder investigation. The incident occurred on March 12, after hotel staff reported that the room was locked from the inside. Upon forced entry, authorities found the woman partially covered, with blood on the bed and clothes. A woman was…

PM Modi on Thursday spoke to Iran’s President Masoud Pezeshkian and expressed deep concern over escalating tensions in West Asia. During the conversation with Pezeshkian, PM Modi also raised concern over the safety of Indian nationals in Iran. Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday spoke to Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian over the escalating conflict in West Asia.…

The Government of Uttar Pradesh on Thursday said petrol, diesel and LPG stocks are adequate across the state and warned of strict action against rumour-mongers and black marketers. CM Yogi Adityanath ordered inspections of petrol pumps and gas agencies after reports of LPG shortages, protests and delayed cylinder deliveries surfaced in several cities. The Uttar Pradesh government…

The former J&K chief minister escaped unhurt after a 63-year-old local man, Kamal Singh Jamwal, fired at him from close range with a licensed pistol on Wednesday night National Conference president and former Jammu and Kashmir chief minister Farooq Abdullah has linked an attack on his life to the “deep-rooted hate in the country”. Abdullah spoke a…

Delhi’s LPG shortage forces restaurants to cut menus, ration gas, and adopt alternative cooking methods, risking closures amid rising black market prices. The ongoing LPG shortage in the capital is forcing restaurants — from heritage sweet shops in Old Delhi to iconic cafés and neighbourhood eateries — to rethink how they cook, what they serve and, in…

The deceased were identified as Thengin Baite of Thawai Kuki village in Kamjong district and Thangboimang Khongsai of Shangkai in Ukhrul district. Two people who were reportedly abducted on Wednesday were found dead on Thursday, after 21 civilians who were allegedly captured in retaliation along the Ukhrul-Imphal route were safely released, chief minister Yumnam Khemchand informed the…

Bengaluru faces an LPG supply shortage, impacting auto drivers and eateries, with rising costs and disrupted services, prompting government action. A tightening supply of liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) is beginning to ripple across daily life in Bengaluru, affecting auto drivers, eateries and government-run food canteens while authorities have stepped up monitoring of fuel stocks. Auto-rickshaw drivers using…

All victims reportedly bought milk from the same vendor, affecting residents in the Chowdeswaranagar and Swaroopnagar areas of Lalacheruvu. Alarms spread through the neighborhoods as acute renal failure claimed lives starting February 22. The death toll from a suspected milk adulteration incident in Andhra Pradesh’s Rajamahendravaram has risen to 13, with seven others including three children still…

Astrologer Prashanth Kini had in 2023 asked Sheikh Hasina to remain careful in the months of May, June, July and August 2024, claiming that she may face assassination attempts. Amid reports of commercial LPG shortages that have affected restaurants, hotels and transport services in several Indian cities, an old social media post by an astrologer has suddenly…

A woman claims in a clip that a US company pays large sums for stool donations used in medical research and treatments. Conversations around unusual ways to earn money often grab people’s attention online. One such clip has sparked curiosity after a woman spoke about a surprising claim related to human health and medical research. In the…

Stories from the ground reveal desperation and panic over the LPG refill shortage in India amid the Iran war. Scores of outlets have either increased food prices or shut down, resulting in work losses. People say the crisis is bringing scary memories of the Covid lockdown. On Tuesday evening, when Promod Kumar stood in Noida’s Sector 16…

The senior fellow at the Asia Pacific Foundation said that, while on one hand, India maintains strong ties with Israel, it also has good ties with Iran, keeping in mind New Delhi’s interests in the Middle East. Hence, it won’t be easy for India to perfect a balancing act during the ongoing war. India faces a difficult…

The gunman, who was caught on camera attempting to shoot former Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Farooq Abdullah at a wedding in Jammu, revealed he had been plotting the attack on the 88-year-old National Conference chief for the past 20 years. A man, who was caught on camera trying to shoot former Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister…

Portuguese travel vlogger Ines Faria shared a video alleging harassment during a train journey in India. She said men in a 3AC coach stared at her, changed seats and followed her toward the washroom. After reporting the issue, railway staff moved her to another compartment. RailwaySeva later asked for travel details to investigate. A video shared by…

Farooq Abdullah narrowly escaped an assassination attempt at a wedding in Jammu. The assailant, 63-year-old Kamal Singh Jamwal, fired a shot at Abdullah but missed before being apprehended by security personnel. National Conference (NC) president Farooq Abdullah and Jammu and Kashmir Deputy Chief Minister Surinder Choudhary had a narrow escape after a gunman opened fire on them…

Vidhan Bhavan, the Maharashtra legislature complex at Nariman Point in Mumbai, was emptied due to a bomb threat on Thursday morning. Vidhan Bhavan, the Maharashtra legislature complex at Nariman Point in Mumbai, was emptied due to a bomb threat on Thursday morning. The budget session of the state legislature is in progress. Proceedings in the Assembly were…

Uttam Nagar fire: Authorities added that the locality where the fire broke out is a few kilometres away from the area that witnessed tension earlier this month. A massive fire broke out at a fish market in Matiala near Uttam Nagar in west Delhi around midnight between Wednesday and Thursday, prompting a large firefighting operation, officials said.…

The Liberia-flagged Shenlong Suezmax loaded crude from the Saudi port Ras Tanura on March 1 and embarked two days later. A Liberian flagged tanker hauling Saudi Arabian crude, captained by an Indian, cleared the Strait of Hormuz two days ago and has berthed at the port of Mumbai, becoming the first India-destined vessel to safely transit the…

‘All refineries are working at 100 per cent capacity at the moment, and 60 lakh cylinders are supplied daily in the country,’ sources said. Staring at an LPG shortage due to the Iran crisis, the government has asked refineries to increase production, leading to 10 per cent more gas reserves in the country, ministry sources said on…

This development comes as actor-politician Vijay has been asked to appear before the agency for the third time. The stampede at the TVK rally in Karur, which killed 41 people, has come back to haunt the ruling Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK), as the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) issued a notice to the party’s strongman V Senthil…

The social science textbook for Class 8 stated that corruption, a massive backlog of cases and the lack of an adequate number of judges are among the challenges faced by the judicial system The National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT) on Tuesday issued an unconditional apology and withdrew a Class 8 social science textbook after…

Charlier Evans said that the ease of accessing treatment and the combination of traditional and modern medicine in India left him impressed. An American traveller exploring India has caught the internet’s attention after praising the country’s healthcare system, calling Indian medicine “truly god-tier” following his recovery from an illness during his trip. Charlie Evans, who has been…

India is set to enhance Indonesia’s military capabilities by supplying three batteries of the BrahMos Cruise missile, with delivery expected by 2028 following a contract signed in December 2025. The deal, valued at $300 million, reflects India’s growing defence manufacturing prowess and aligns with previous agreements. The batteries of the unbeatable Brahmos Cruise missile will strengthen the…

Marking International Women’s Day, Sunetra Pawar said the new scheme was aimed at helping women employees avoid Mumbai’s peak-hour traffic and ease daily commuting. Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Sunetra Pawar chose her maiden speech in the legislative council to introduce a “come early, go early” scheme for women government employees working in Mumbai. Marking International Women’s Day,…

Dozens of students in Tamil Nadu were taken to hospital after a food contamination scare at a Coimbatore Corporation school. At least 44 students from a government school in Tamil Nadu were rushed to hospital on March 10 after a lizard was discovered in the midday meal served to them, triggering panic among children and staff. The…

The PIB Fact Check unit has flagged a deepfake video of External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar as part of a wider Pakistan-linked misinformation campaign during the West Asia crisis. As tensions escalate in West Asia, India is confronting a surge in online misinformation campaigns largely traced to Pakistan-based social media accounts, with authorities warning that coordinated propaganda…

The UP ATS action came after intelligence inputs that the naval personnel was sharing sensitive information with Pakistan’s ISI. A serving Indian Navy Lance Naik has been arrested for allegedly spying for Pakistan’s intelligence agency ISI and sharing sensitive naval information, officials said on Tuesday. The arrest was made by the Uttar Pradesh Anti Terrorism Squad following…

The unrest began on Monday after former Phulbari legislator Estamur Momin was allegedly assaulted by protesters, who have been demanding that non-tribals should refrain from contesting or participating in the Garo Hills council elections. Two people were killed after security forces opened fire to disperse violent mobs in Meghalaya’s West Garo Hills district early Tuesday, as tensions…