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Haflong’s sitting MLA Nandita Gorlosa was denied a ticket by the BJP, which fielded Rupali Langthasa from the seat after dropping several sitting legislators. After being denied a party ticket for next month’s assembly polls, Assam BJP minister Nandita Gorlosa joined the Congress late on Sunday night and would be contesting as its candidate for the Haflong…

The finance minister is scheduled to introduce the Corporate Laws (Amendment) Bill, 2026 “to amend” the Limited Liability Partnership (LLP) Act. Union finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman is set to introduce a bill to amend corporate laws in the Lok Sabha on Monday for further ease of doing business, decriminalise minor offences, replace certain criminal provisions with civil…

On Sunday, the city recorded a maximum temperature of 29.5°C, which was 2°C below the seasonal average. The minimum temperature stood at 15.6°C, about 1.7°C below normal. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) forecasted Delhi may see another spell of light rain on Monday, even as temperatures are expected to gradually rise through the week despite persistent cloudy…

The government held a high-level meeting chaired by PM Modi to assess the ongoing conflict in West Asia, which poses substantial risks to the global economy and specifically to India’s energy supply. The Centre on Sunday said that the ongoing conflict in West Asia will have significant short, medium, long term impact on global economy and its…

Cab drivers in Gurugram went on strike demanding mandatory customer KYC, citing safety concerns and lack of grievance redressal, causing travel disruptions. A group of app-based cab drivers in Gurugram went on strike on Monday (March 23), demanding mandatory KYC verification for customers, citing rising safety concerns and lack of accountability for passengers. Earlier on Saturday, drivers…

Explore Ayurveda’s vast herbal wisdom through a scientifically curated global database, offering detailed insights into medicinal plants, their properties, uses, and the powerful healing potential of traditional Ayurvedic knowledge. Recently, Patanjali added another feather to its cap with the World Herbal Encyclopedia (WHE), a well-structured, reference-based, and scientifically curated knowledge document. Patanjali also launched the WHE portal,…

An NRI installed a Statue of Liberty replica on his Jalandhar home, drawing visitors and going viral online. A unique architectural addition in Punjab’s Jalandhar has caught the attention of social media users after an NRI recreated a miniature version of the Statue of Liberty on his home. According to PTI, Gurjeet Singh Matharu, who has been…

Divya Porwal, a Google techie, highlights that high salaries in India don’t equate to luxury purchases. Instead, earnings go towards taxes and living expenses.   A Bengaluru-based Google techie has renewed the conversation around tech salaries in India after saying that even top software engineers can’t casually buy things worth multiple crores. Divya Porwal said that some…

The case has been registered at the Ranjit Avenue police station under the Amritsar Police Commissionerate. Shortly after Punjab transport and jails minister Laljit Singh Bhullar resigned from the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) government following his alleged link to a suicide case, a case was registered against him and his father under the charges of ‘abetment of…

Addressing reporters, Himachal Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu, however, clarified that the measure is temporary and assured that the deferred amounts would be returned once the financial situation improves. Facing a severe financial crunch, Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu on Saturday announced a temporary delay of a portion of salaries across the political executive and…

The FIR was lodged at the Ranjit Avenue Police Station in Amritsar following a complaint filed by the deceased’s wife, Upinder Kaur, who accused the trio of sustained harassment, physical assault, mental torture and coercion that allegedly drove her husband to take his own life. Punjab Police on Saturday lodged an FIR against former minister Laljit SIngh…

At an Eid event in Kolkata, West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee called PM Narendra Modi the “biggest infiltrator” and accused the BJP of trying to influence upcoming Assembly elections. She pledged to protect voter rights in the state, slammed the party as “traitors,” and criticized Modi’s narrative on Hindu-Muslim issues, drawing sharp political lines ahead of polls.…

Kerala CM Pinarayi Vijayan accused Congress leader Rahul Gandhi of acting as BJP’s “B-team” ahead of Assembly polls. He claimed Rahul’s positions have helped the BJP and weakened opposition unity. Vijayan also said the BJP will not win a single seat in the state as the LDF seeks a third straight term. Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan…

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar spoke to Iranian FM Seyed Abbas Araghchi amid the West Asia conflict, discussing recent developments and regional impact. He also conveyed Nowruz and Eid greetings. Separately, PM Narendra Modi spoke to Iran’s President, condemning attacks on infrastructure and stressing secure shipping routes. Amid the ongoing West Asia conflict, External Affairs Minister S…

Astrologer Ashok Kharat is accused of raping a woman and exploiting several others. State women’s commission chief Rupali Chakankar resigned after outrage over her alleged links with him. The fallout from the scandal surrounding astrologer Ashok Kharat – accused of raping a woman and exploiting several others – has reached a boiling point, claiming its first major…

The cap had been imposed after ticket prices rose following the IndiGo disruptions in December last year. Domestic airfares are set to be deregulated from Monday, with the government removing the temporary cap on ticket prices, opening the door for airlines to freely set fares amid rising operating costs. The move comes months after the Centre had…

Assam Elections 2026: As Assam prepares for its Assembly elections, key campaign issues will revolve around illegal immigration, eviction drives, and development initiatives. Infiltration, eviction drives, and development projects are set to dominate the campaign narrative as political parties gear up for the Assam Assembly elections, with both the ruling alliance and opposition sharpening their positions on…

Anaya Bangar, the daughter of former Indian cricketer and coach Sanjay Bangar, has announced the completion of her gender-affirming surgery in Thailand The intersection of professional sports and personal identity remains a complex arena in India, often governed by traditional social structures. However, a significant shift in this narrative occurred on Saturday, as Anaya Bangar, daughter of…

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…