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"We are not a party that bargains with DMK": VCK president Thirumavalavan

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | March 2, 2026 2:20:48 PM IST

The DMK has been holding seat-sharing talks with its alliance partners regarding contesting the upcoming Assembly elections. As part of this process, the Viduthalai Chiruthaigal Katchi (VCK) held discussions today at Anna Arivalayam in Chennai. ... read..

Israel-Iran War hits Himachal's Tourism; Foreign tourist arrivals to Dharamshala likely to dip amid flight cancellations

Shimla (Himachal Pradesh) | March 2, 2026 2:20:44 PM IST

The recent Israel-Iran war is affecting the arrival of foreign tourists in Himachal Pradesh. Hundreds of flights were cancelled on the first of March due to the war, and the airspace to the Middle East is still closed. ... read..

Odisha: Congress MLA Sagar Charan Das backs BJD's nomination Datteswar Hota for Rajya Sabha

Bhubaneswar (Odisha) | March 2, 2026 1:51:06 PM IST

Congress MLA Sagar Charan Das on Sunday said the party leadership has instructed him to back Dr Datteswar Hota, one of the two Rajya Sabha candidates nominated by the Biju Janata Dal (BJD). ... read..

Tamil Nadu: Passport office gets hoax bomb threat mail in Coimbatore

Coimbatore (Tamil Nadu) | March 2, 2026 3:21:17 PM IST

A bomb threat email sent to the Passport Office in the Chitra area of Coimbatore on Tuesday triggered heightened security measures, the official said. ... read..

J-K: Security forces on high alert after Shia community protests against killing of Iran's Supreme Leader

Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir) | March 2, 2026 1:50:54 PM IST

Jammu and Kashmir police and security forces on Monday imposed strict movement restrictions across all districts of Kashmir as a precautionary measure to maintain law and order following the massive protests against the killing of Iran's Supreme Leader Ay ... read..

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Dhami participates in Holi Milan celebration at BJP office

Dehradun (Uttarakhand) | March 2, 2026 1:21:35 PM IST

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Monday attended the Holi Milan celebration at the state BJP office. ... read..

J-K: ISKCON Udhampur holds Shobha yatra ahead of Holi

Udhampur (Jammu and Kashmir) | March 2, 2026 1:21:33 PM IST

In a burst of colour and devotion, the International Society for Krishna Consciousness (ISKCON) Udhampur organised a grand Shobha Yatra to mark the lead-up to the Holi festival. ... read..

"PM Modi should tell Trump, Netanyahu to stop war in Iran": Sanjay Raut

Mumbai (Maharshtra) | March 2, 2026 1:21:31 PM IST

Shiv Sena (UBT) MP Sanjay Raut on Monday urged Prime Minister Narendra Modi, to intervene in the Iran-Israel conflict and halt the war. ... read..

Tamil Nadu: Over 31,000 students to appear for Class 12 exams in Tiruchirappalli

Tiruchirappalli (Tamil Nadu) | March 2, 2026 1:21:29 PM IST

Tamil Nadu State Board (DGE) Exams for 2026 commenced in Tamil Nadu on Monday, with students appearing for their first board exam across various centres in the city. ... read..

Delhi: Axis Bank at Statesman House receives bomb threat via email

New Delhi | March 2, 2026 1:21:25 PM IST

Axis Bank at the Statesman House Building at Connaught Place received a bomb threat via email on Monday, with police arriving at the spot swiftly for a search. Police personnel and dog squad teams are currently present at the spot and are conducting a tho ... read..

Holika Dahan to be observed on March 3 after lunar eclipse, says Kalkaji Peethadheeshwar

New Delhi | March 2, 2026 1:21:23 PM IST

Kalkaji Peethadheeshwar Mahant Surendranath Avadhut on Monday said that Holika Dahan will be observed on March 3, following the conclusion of the lunar eclipse. ... read..

INSV Kaundinya flagged into Mumbai after maiden Oman voyage

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | March 2, 2026 1:21:21 PM IST

The Indian Naval Sailing Vessel (INSV) Kaundinya was ceremonially flagged into Mumbai Harbour on March 1 by Minister of State for Defence Sanjay Seth, marking the successful completion of its maiden overseas voyage to the Sultanate of Oman, the Indian Nav ... read..

"Attack not appropriate for today's era": BJP MP Raju Bista on Middle East tensions

Siliguri (West Bengal) | March 2, 2026 12:51:44 PM IST

BJP MP Raju Bista on Monday Centre is closely watching the evolving security situation in the Middle East to ensure the safety of millions of Indian nationals residing in the region. ... read..

"They promote violence, hate speech": MK Stalin slams BJP, labels NDA-AIADMK alliance a 'comedy'

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | March 2, 2026 12:51:42 PM IST

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin on Monday launched a sharp attack on the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and PM Narendra Modi, reiterating the upcoming electoral battle as "NDA vs Tamil Nadu" while asserting that his government's accomplishments were ach ... read..

India set to witness total lunar eclipse tomorrow, confirms IMD

New Delhi | March 2, 2026 12:51:38 PM IST

A total lunar eclipse will take place across several time zones on Tuesday, March 3, 2026. In this, the Moon moves from right to left, passing through Earth's shadow. ... read..

Kerala SSLC exams in Gulf postponed amid the Middle-East conflict: Education Minister

Thiruvananthapuram (Kerala) | March 2, 2026 12:51:28 PM IST

Kerala Education Minister V Sivankutty on Monday announced the postponement of the SSLC and Higher Secondary examinations in Gulf centres due to the intensifying conflict in the Middle East. ... read..

AIADMK Rajya Sabha MP Inbadurai urges MEA to ensure safety of Indians in Middle East

New Delhi | March 2, 2026 12:51:24 PM IST

AIADMK MP I S Inbadurai has written to the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA), expressing concern over the evolving situation in parts of the Middle East, including the United Arab Emirates, and urging the government to take proactive measures to ensure t ... read..

Delhi: Fire breaks out at warehouse in Tikri Netaji Subhash Vihar area

New Delhi | March 2, 2026 12:21:01 PM IST

A fire broke out at a warehouse in the Tikri Netaji Subhash Vihar area of Delhi on Monday morning, prompting a swift response from the fire department. ... read..

Govt under PM Modi works promptly to rescue in such situations, says Union Minister Kiren Rijiju

Kangra (Himachal Pradesh) | March 2, 2026 12:20:53 PM IST

Union Minister Kiren Rijiju on Monday stated that the Centre is taking steps to ensure the safety of Indian nationals caught in the middle of the ongoing Israel-Iran conflict. ... read..

Telangana: Rahul Gandhi to meet district Congress chiefs in Vikarabad; BJP says "no moral right to visit"

Hyderabad (Telangana) | March 2, 2026 11:51:11 AM IST

Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi, along with Congress MP KC Venugopal, arrived in Hyderabad on Monday, and he was welcomed by Telangana Chief Minister Revanth Reddy at Shamshabad Airport. ... read..

DMK election manifesto committee holds consultation meeting in Chennai

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | March 2, 2026 11:51:10 AM IST

The election manifesto preparation committee of the Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) convened a key consultation meeting at its headquarters as part of its efforts to draft the party's manifesto for the upcoming Assembly elections. ... read..

President Murmu to launch Delhi government's welfare schemes for women today

New Delhi | March 2, 2026 11:51:07 AM IST

President Droupadi Murmu will launch four women's welfare schemes of the Delhi government on Monday at the Indira Gandhi Indoor Stadium. ... read..

'Mini-Trial', selective reading of evidence: CBI to Delhi HC against discharge of 23 in Excise Policy case

By Sushil Batra New Delhi | March 2, 2026 11:20:58 AM IST

Alleging that the trial court conducted a "mini-trial" at the stage of charge and passed a "patently illegal and perverse" order based on a selective reading of the prosecution's case, the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has approached the Delhi Hig ... read..

Class 12 examinations begin In Tamil Nadu today, over 8 lakh students to appear

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | March 2, 2026 11:20:49 AM IST

Tamil Nadu State Board (DGE) Exams for 2026 commenced in Tamil Nadu on Monday, with students appearing for their first board exam across various centres in the city. ... read..

"Protesting to provide Citizenship to Bangladeshis, Rohingya Muslims," Giriraj Singh on Mamata's SIR protest

Patna (Bihar) | March 2, 2026 11:20:46 AM IST

Union Minister Giriraj Singh on Monday criticised West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee ahead of her planned protest on March 6 against the Special Intensive Revision (SIR), alleging that the demonstration is aimed at benefiting illegal immigrants. ... read..

Noida: Vehicle loses control, falls into drain in Bisrakh, no injuries reported

New Delhi | March 2, 2026 11:20:40 AM IST

A car fell into a drain near Hanuman Temple in Noida's Bisrakh area on Monday, after the driver reportedly lost control of the steering near the Hanuman Temple. The police confirmed that the driver had a narrow escape and does not require medical attentio ... read..

Kavitha Kalvakuntla slams Rahul Gandhi over unfulfilled jobs promise in Telangana

Hyderabad (Telangana) | March 2, 2026 10:50:57 AM IST

Telangana Jagruthi President Kavitha Kalvakuntla on Monday criticised Leader of the Opposition in Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi over the unfulfilled promise of providing 2 lakh jobs in Telangana, alleging that the youth declaration has turned out to be bogus and ... read..

MHA warns states to brace for possible violence after US-Israel strikes on Iran

General News | March 2, 2026 10:50:56 AM IST

New Delhi [India], March 2 (ANI) The Union Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has issued a cautionary letter to all state governments, urging heightened vigilance against potential communal violence in India following the recent military strikes by the United ... read..

Bomb threats recieved at 4 Schools in Delhi; police, fire services on alert

New Delhi | March 2, 2026 10:50:51 AM IST

Four schools in the national capital received bomb threat emails on Monday morning, triggering panic among parents and authorities. The emails were noticed after 8 am, following which the police and fire services were alerted. ... read..

"Within next 7-10 days, things will begin to stabilise": Energy expert projects short-term rise in oil price amid Iran-Israel conflict

New Delhi | March 2, 2026 10:50:49 AM IST

Energy policy expert Narendra Taneja on Monday projected a short-lived period of volatility for the oil market following the recent Iran-Israel conflict escalations, while predicting the crude oil price to increase to around 80 dollars per barrel during t ... read..

"Not a single person will be left behind": Odisha Minister on evacuation of Indians from West Asia conflict zone

Bhubaneswar (Odisha) | March 2, 2026 10:21:13 AM IST

Odisha Minister Prithviraj Harichandan said the Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the Ministry of External Affairs are making an all-around effort to evacuate Indian citizens from the West Asia conflict zone, assuring that not a single person will be left ... read..

J-K: Indian Army's Romeo Force donates 20 units of blood at Rajouri GMC hospital

Rajouri (Jammu and Kashmir) | March 2, 2026 10:21:12 AM IST

The Indian Army's Romeo Force of the Rashtriya Rifles organised a blood donation camp at the Government Medical College (GMC) Rajouri on Monday, donating over 20 units of blood to bolster the hospital's reserves and support patients in need. ... read..

Tamil Nadu: Panjappur Lake emerges as key urban wetland for migratory birds in Trichy

Tiruchirappalli (Tamil Nadu) | March 2, 2026 10:21:10 AM IST

Tamil Nadu's Panjappur Lake, located in the southern part of the city, continues to function as a vital urban wetland supporting a rich diversity of migratory and resident bird species. ... read..

'Hard to contact airlines': Passengers stranded at IGI airport amid Iran-Israel conflict

New Delhi | March 2, 2026 10:21:08 AM IST

Amid the escalating Iran-Israel conflict, flight operations at Delhi's Indira Gandhi International (IGI) Airport have been severely disrupted, resulting in passengers stranded, stating that many flights to the Middle East are getting cancelled. ... read..

Delhi HC intervenes in Westend Green Farms demarcation dispute, tells DDA to verify title records before making any changes

New Delhi | March 2, 2026 10:21:03 AM IST

In a significant intervention in the ongoing Westend Green Farms, Rajokri land demarcation dispute, the Delhi High Court has directed the Delhi Development Authority (DDA) to examine landowners' title documents and grant them a proper hearing before final ... read..

"Congress and DMK are cheating people," says BJP's Jual Oram

New Delhi | March 2, 2026 10:21:01 AM IST

Union Minister Jual Oram on Monday backed Prime Minister Modi's claim that Congress and DMK have failed to implement key public welfare programs, saying voter anger over the issue could benefit the BJP. ... read..

Tamil Nadu: DMK gears up for Tiruchirappalli State Conference, aims to mobilise 10 lakh cadres

Tiruchirappalli (Tamil Nadu) | March 2, 2026 9:50:51 AM IST

The Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) is entering the final stages of preparations for its much-anticipated State Conference in Tiruchirappalli, with the event scheduled for March 9 at Siruganur along the Tiruchirappalli-Chennai National Highway. ... read..

Ghaziabad police identify Loni attackers via CCTV; one suspect dead in exchange of fire

Ghaziabad (Uttar Pradesh) | March 2, 2026 9:50:49 AM IST

Ghaziabad police on Monday returned fire in self-defence after identifying suspects through CCTV footage in connection with a previous case. The suspect, who was wanted for an attack carried out two days ago, was killed during the exchange of fire in the ... read..

Ajit Pawar death: Son Jay Pawar questions AAIB prelim report, shares video alleging negligence

Pune (Maharashtra) | March 2, 2026 9:21:12 AM IST

Jay Pawar, son of late Ajit Pawar, has questioned the preliminary report issued by the Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau (AIB) in connection with the recent plane crash in which former Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar died. ... read..

Prime Minister Modi chairs CCS meeting to review evolving situation in West Asia

New Delhi | March 2, 2026 9:21:09 AM IST

The Cabinet Committee on Security (CCS) met under the chairmanship of Prime Minister Narendra Modi to review the evolving situation in West Asia. ... read..

"All 5 Rajya Sabha MPs from Bihar will be from NDA": Chirag Paswan ahead of RS polls

Patna (Bihar) | March 2, 2026 9:21:07 AM IST

Union Minister Chirag Paswan said the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) is set to secure all five Rajya Sabha seats from Bihar, while highlighting the crucial role of the Lok Janshakti Party (LJP) (Ram Vilas) in the upcoming elections. ... read..

BJP's Tamilisai Soundararajan says Periyar photo removal reflects organisers' ideology, 'Nothing wrong'

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | March 2, 2026 9:21:06 AM IST

BJP leader Tamilisai Soundararajan on Monday justified the reported removal of Periyar E. V. Ramasamy's photograph from the entrance of an NDA public meeting in Madurai, saying it reflected the organisers' choice to acknowledge Hindu sentiments. ... read..

45 Vadodara tourists stranded in UAE: BJP MP Hemang Joshi

Vadodara (Gujarat) | March 2, 2026 8:50:58 AM IST

BJP MP Hemang Joshi on Sunday said that over 45 tourists from Gujarat's Vadodara district are currently stranded in transit at Dubai International Airport and Zayed International Airport following flight cancellations amid the escalating war-like situatio ... read..

"Bolangir and Bargarh declared Naxal-Free districts," says Odisha DGP Yogesh Bahadur Khurania

Bhubaneswar (Odisha) | March 2, 2026 8:50:57 AM IST

In a breakthrough in its fight against Left Wing Extremism, the Odisha Police has declared Bolangir and Bargarh as Naxal-free districts, marking a significant milestone in the State's sustained anti-Naxal operations. ... read..

Passengers stranded at IGI airport due to flight cancellations amid Israel-Iran conflict

New Delhi | March 2, 2026 8:50:55 AM IST

Amid the escalating Israel-Iran conflict, flight schedules have been severely disrupted, resulting in many of the passengers being stranded at the Indira Gandhi International Airport on Monday due to the cancellation of flights. ... read..

Assam flags off export of GI-tagged Karbi Anglong Ginger to London

Guwahati (Assam) | March 2, 2026 8:50:52 AM IST

Assam Agriculture Minister Atul Bora on Monday flagged off the first export of GI-tagged Karbi Anglong Ginger to London during a programme held at Krishi Bhawan, Khanapara in Guwahati. ... read..

Bolangir and Bargarh declared Naxal-free districts: Odisha DGP

New Delhi | March 2, 2026 8:50:48 AM IST

Odisha Police has achieved a historic milestone in its sustained anti-Naxal operations across the State. ... read..

Iran-Israel Tension: Geopolitical Expert Narendra Taneja highlights impact on Oil and Gas prices due to Middle East tensions

New Delhi | March 2, 2026 8:20:48 AM IST

Amid prevailing tensions after US-israel attack on Iran, fresh questions have been raised regarding the future direction of crude oil and natural gas prices. Geopolitical expert Narendra Taneja said that the ultimate impact on the international market wil ... read..

Israel-Iran conflict: Govt in touch with embassies, says MoS Margherita

Majuli (Assam) | March 2, 2026 8:20:44 AM IST

On the ongoing Israel-Iran conflict, Union Minister of State for External Affairs Pabitra Margherita has said that the government is in touch with Indian embassies abroad and any official decision from the Ministry would be communicated through formal cha ... read..

Keralam: Palayam Imam's call for harmony goes viral ahead of Attukal Pongala

Thiruvananthapuram (Kerala) | March 2, 2026 7:50:55 AM IST

A Friday sermon at the Palayam Juma Masjid has sparked widespread appreciation after Imam V P Suhaib Maulavi urged the Muslim community to extend warm hospitality to Hindu devotees arriving in the State capital for the Attukal Pongala on March 3. ... read..

Chhattisgarh CM Vishnu Deo Sai flags off annual Sikh pilgrimage from Raipur to Hazur Sahib

Raipur (Chhattisgarh) | March 2, 2026 7:50:52 AM IST

Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai on Sunday flagged off the annual pilgrimage of the Sikh community from Raipur to Hazur Sahib, which is located at Nanded, Maharashtra. ... read..

"Deal struck between the BJP and AAP:" Congress leader Bhupesh Baghel on Arvind Kejriwal, Manish Sisodia's acquittal in liquor policy case

New Delhi | March 2, 2026 7:50:50 AM IST

Congress leader Bhupesh Baghel on Sunday alleged that a deal has already been struck between the BJP and AAP, following the discharge of Arvind Kejriwal and Manish Sisodia in the Delhi excise policy case by the lower court, citing a lack of evidence. ... read..

Shia Muslims across India protest killing of Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei

New Delhi | March 2, 2026 7:50:49 AM IST

Shia Muslims across various parts of the country protested on Sunday against the killing of Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei in joint US-Israel air strikes in Tehran. ... read..

Sanand to become the Gateway of India's Semiconductor Industry

Sanand (Gujarat) | March 2, 2026 7:20:41 AM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on February 28 inaugurated Micron Semiconductor Facility at Sanand, Gujarat, said the Gujarat CMO. ... read..

Manish Sisodia urges people to vote out PM Modi

New Delhi | March 2, 2026 5:20:40 AM IST

Aam Aadmi Party's (AAP) Punjab Prabhari and former Delhi Deputy Chief Minister Manish Sisodia has called for the Prime Minister to be voted out for allegedly misusing investigative agencies for electoral gain. ... read..

PM Modi speaks to Israeli PM Netanyahu, stresses safety of civilians "utmost priority"

New Delhi | March 2, 2026 5:20:38 AM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has spoken with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to discuss the current regional situation and emphasised the need to ensure the safety of civilians as a priority. ... read..

PM Modi Chairs Cabinet Committee on Security meeting in wake of Middle East tensions

New Delhi | March 2, 2026 4:21:05 AM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi chaired a meeting of the Cabinet Committee on Security (CCS) in the national capital on Sunday amid growing geopolitical tensions in the Middle East following US-Israel strikes on Iran. ... read..

"An atmosphere of fear in Middle East right now:" Defence expert, Maj General Sanjay Soi (Retd)

New Delhi | March 2, 2026 4:21:04 AM IST

Defence expert Major General Sanjay Soi (Retd), commenting on the ongoing Israel-Iran conflict, claimed that an atmosphere of fear currently prevails across the Middle East due to rising tensions. ... read..

Telangana: Shia groups protest against killing of Iran's Supreme Leader

Hyderabad (Telangana) | March 2, 2026 3:50:37 AM IST

Shia organisations Majma-e-Ulama wa Khutaba and Matami Anjuman-o-Grohan organised a protest rally in Telangana's Hyderabad on Sunday, to condemn the killing of Iran's Supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. ... read..

CM Siddaramaiah spoke to Karnataka people stranded in Dubai amid Middle East tensions

Bengaluru (Karnataka) | March 2, 2026 3:20:52 AM IST

Chief Minister Siddaramaiah spoke to Karnataka people stranded in Dubai through a video call on Sunday, amid prevailing Middle East tensions. ... read..

Most Anganwadi demands fulfilled: AP Minister Sandhyarani urges workers to avoid protests

Parvathipuram Manyam (Andhra Pradesh) | March 1, 2026 11:20:43 PM IST

Andhra Pradesh Women and Child Welfare and Tribal Welfare Minister Gummadi Sandhyarani said that the coalition government has provided several facilities for Anganwadi workers and has not left them to struggle on the roads like the previous government. ... read..

Rajasthan: NCB, ANTF destroy around 170 acres of illicit opium cultivation in Udaipur

Udaipur (Rajasthan) | March 1, 2026 11:20:42 PM IST

Around 170 acres of illicit opium cultivation, valued at over Rs 275 crore, were destroyed in the remote tribal & hilly areas of Samoli, Khuna & Pipli in Kotda Tehsil, Udaipur district, NCB officials stated. ... read..

AI Summit Protest Case: Court grants bail to 9 accused, sends one in police custody

New Delhi | March 1, 2026 11:20:40 PM IST

Delhi's Patiala House Court granted bail to nine individuals arrested in connection with the AI Summit protest. ... read..

IndiGo assures clear communication on flight adjustments amid Middle Eastern airspace closure

New Delhi | March 1, 2026 11:20:37 PM IST

IndiGo on Sunday issued a travel advisory assuring passengers of its commitment to safety after most of the countries in the Middle East closed their airspace in view of the ongoing geopolitical tensions. ... read..

Union Minister Scindia to represent India at Mobile World Congress 2026 in Barcelona

New Delhi | March 1, 2026 11:20:32 PM IST

Union Minister for Communications, Jyotiraditya M. Scindia, is set to lead the Indian delegation at the prestigious Mobile World Congress (MWC) 2026, scheduled to take place in Barcelona, Spain, from March 2 to 5. ... read..

Muslims across country protest against killing of Iranian leader Khamenei; offer condolences, raise slogans against US, Israel

New Delhi | March 1, 2026 10:50:58 PM IST

Muslims across the country gathered in large numbers to mourn the death of Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Syed Ali Khamenei and protest against the US and Israel. ... read..

Congress condemns "targeted assassination" of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei

New Delhi | March 1, 2026 10:50:57 PM IST

Congress on Sunday "unequivocally" condemned the "targeted assassination" of Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Syed Ali Khamenei by the US and Israel and offered condolences to the people of Iran and the Shia community around the world. ... read..

Kerala Congress holds preliminary discussion with screening committee for candidate selection ahead of assembly polls

Delhi | March 1, 2026 10:50:55 PM IST

The Kerala Congress on Sunday held a preliminary discussion with the party's Screening Committee to decide on the names of potential candidates for the upcoming assembly elections. The names will subsequently be sent to the central election committee, sai ... read..

Jan Ashirwad Yatra: Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma receives massive public support

Guwahati (Assam) | March 1, 2026 10:50:53 PM IST

The 'Jan Ashirwad Yatra' resumed in Assam on Sunday from the Jagiroad constituency, with Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma joined by Assam BJP State President Dilip Saikia. ... read..

Assam: Gaurav Gogoi leads APCC's 'Samay Paribartanor Yatra' in Dibrugarh

Guwahati (Assam) | March 1, 2026 10:50:50 PM IST

The second phase of the 'Samay Paribartanor' yatra launched by the Assam Pradesh Congress Committee (APCC) entered Dibrugarh district on Sunday. Led by APCC President Gaurav Gogoi, the yatra progressed through the Naharkatia, Duliajan and Tingkhong consti ... read..

"Dream will turn into nightmare": PM Modi slams DMK-Congress in Tamil Nadu, Puducherry; Oppn hits back

Madurai (Tamil Nadu) | March 1, 2026 10:50:48 PM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday trained guns at the ruling DMK government in Tamil Nadu, saying that the party's dream of returning to power will turn into a "nightmare." ... read..

Andhra Pradesh: 3 people dead after bus, taxi car collide in Anantapur

Ananthapuram (Andhra Pradesh) | March 1, 2026 10:21:13 PM IST

Three people died in a road accident that occurred near Goobanapalli in Anantapur district involving an RTC bus and a taxi car. The RTC bus was travelling from Kalyandurg to Rayadurg when the collision took place, local authorities informed on Sunday. ... read..

Mamata Banerjee to hold dharna on March 6 against alleged discrepancies in WB SIR of voter lists: Abhishek Banerjee

Kolkata (West Bengal) | March 1, 2026 10:21:12 PM IST

Trinamool Congress (TMC) leader Abhishek Banerjee on Sunday said that Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee will stage a dharna (protest) at Metro Channel (Esplanade) on March 6 from 2 PM against alleged discrepancies in the state's SIR (Special Intensive Revisi ... read..

"All Telugu people must remain alert": Chief Minister Revanth Reddy

Telangana | March 1, 2026 10:21:08 PM IST

Telangana Chief Minister Revanth Reddy on Sunday advised all Telugu people living in Iran and the Gulf region to remain extremely vigilant in view of reports that the war is ongoing. He urged the people to strictly follow all safety guidelines. ... read..

J-K: Schools to remain closed on March 2-3 amid drone intrusions along LoC

New Delhi | March 1, 2026 10:21:07 PM IST

Schools across Jammu and Kashmir will remain closed on March 2nd and 3rd following multiple Pakistani drone intrusion attempts along the Line of Control (LoC), amid a rapidly evolving situation in West Asia. ... read..

Family from Prayagraj anxious as daughter remains stranded in Israel amid ongoing conflict

By Gaurav Arora Prayagraj (Uttar Pradesh) | March 1, 2026 10:21:03 PM IST

As hostilities between Iran and Israel continue to escalate, civilians in both countries are facing growing uncertainty. With missiles being exchanged and several international flights suspended, many foreign nationals remain stranded, unable to return ho ... read..

"Centre should clarify stance on this international issue": Akhilesh Yadav on Middle-East tensions

New Delhi | March 1, 2026 10:21:01 PM IST

Samajwadi Party Chief Akhilesh Yadav on Sunday asked the BJP-led Central Government to clarify its stance on the ongoing tensions in the Middle East, asking whether the government stands for war or peace. ... read..

Mamata Banerjee failed to protect Bengal's women: Nitin Nabin at Parivartan Yatra launch

Cooch Behar (West Bengal) | March 1, 2026 10:21:00 PM IST

Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) National President Nitin Nabin on Sunday attended the launch of the party's Parivartan Yatra 2026 in Cooch Behar and launched a sharp attack on West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee, accusing her of "failing to protect wo ... read..

Ahmedabad Crime Branch busts major exotic animal, bird trafficking ring in residential flat

Ahmedabad (Gujarat) | March 1, 2026 10:20:58 PM IST

Ahmedabad City Crime Branch conducted a successful raid at a residential dwelling in the Navrangpura area on Sunday, unearthing a large-scale, illegal, and highly hazardous breeding and sales racket of rare exotic animals and birds. ... read..

Varanasi Municipal Corporation sets world record by planting 2.5 lakh saplings in less than hour

Varanasi (Uttar Pradesh) | March 1, 2026 9:50:49 PM IST

Varanasi Municipal Corporation on Sunday set a new Guinness World Record after planting more than 2.5 lakh saplings in less than one hour, a press release said. ... read..

PM Modi meets family of devotee who self-immolated over Karthigai Deepam row

Madurai (Tamil Nadu) | March 1, 2026 9:50:47 PM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday met the family of the devotee Poornachandran, who set himself ablaze over the Karthigai Deepam row. ... read..

Telangana: Tanzeem-e-Jaffery organises protest rally against US, Israel after Khamenei's death

Hyderabad (Telangana) | March 1, 2026 9:50:40 PM IST

Tanzeem-e-Jaffery organised a protest rally in Hyderabad's Old City on Sunday, with thousands participating across communities after the death of Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei in US and Israel airstrikes. ... read..

PM Modi to visit Assam on March 13 ahead of assembly elections: State Minister Urkhao Gwra Brahma

Kokrajhar (Assam) | March 1, 2026 9:50:34 PM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is scheduled to visit Kokrajhar in Assam on March 13, Assam Minister Urkhao Gwra Brahma said on Sunday. ... read..

Telangana CM to attend closing ceremony of DCC presidents training program with Rahul Gandhi on Monday

Hyderabad (Telangana) | March 1, 2026 9:21:07 PM IST

Telangana Chief Minister Revanth Reddy will be visiting Vikarabad district, along with Leader of the Opposition in Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi, on Monday (March 2). ... read..

Passengers strongly advised to verify flight status amid Middle East tensions: Delhi Airport advisory

New Delhi | March 1, 2026 9:21:05 PM IST

Delhi's Indira Gandhi International Airport (IGI) on Sunday issued a passenger advisory warning of potential disruptions to westbound international flights due to the evolving political situation in the Middle East. ... read..

Uttarakhand CM Dhami reviews preparations for proposed visit of Amit Shah to Haridwar

Dehradun (Uttarakhand) | March 1, 2026 9:21:03 PM IST

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami chaired a high-level meeting at the Chief Minister's residence on Sunday to review preparations for the proposed visit of Union Home Minister Amit Shah to Haridwar on March 7. ... read..

Tamil Nadu: Clash breaks out between AIADMK, AMMK cadres in Madurai

By Kathiravan Madurai (Tamil Nadu) | March 1, 2026 9:20:48 PM IST

A clash broke out between AIADMK and AMMK cadres in Madurai, with one worker reportedly injured, after the NDA rally in the city on Sunday. ... read..

Delhi Court orders release of 14 accused granted bail in JNU students' protest case

New Delhi | March 1, 2026 8:51:32 PM IST

Patiala House Court on Sunday ordered the release of 14 Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU) students, after they were granted bail in connection with a protest held at the university campus. ... read..

Pushkar Singh Dhami emphasises timely pension case resolution and awareness drives

Dheradun (Uttarakhand) | March 1, 2026 8:51:31 PM IST

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami has issued clear instructions that pension cases must be resolved with complete promptness while chairing a review meeting of the Social Welfare Department at the Chief Minister's residence on Sunday. ... read..

RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat to inaugurate Chadar Mahotsav in Jaisalmer

Jaisalmer (Rajasthan) | March 1, 2026 8:51:29 PM IST

Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) chief Mohan Bhagwat will be inaugurating a three-day Chadar Mahotsav and Dadaguru Ektisa recitation, to be held in Jaisalmer, Rajasthan, from March 6 to 8, 2026. Preparations are in full swing at the festival venue in Jai ... read..

Karnataka: Shia Muslims in Chikkamagaluru protest against US, Israel for killing Ayatollah Ali Khamenei

Chikkamagaluru (Karnataka) | March 1, 2026 8:51:27 PM IST

Members of the All India Shia Council on Sunday held a protest in Karnataka's Chikkamagaluru against the killing of Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. ... read..

Air India Express extends suspension of flights to-and-from West Asian countries until March 2

New Delhi | March 1, 2026 8:51:25 PM IST

Air India Express has extended the suspension of flights to and from Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and the United Arab Emirates until 11:59 pm on March 2, an Air India Express spokesperson said on Sunday. ... read..

Uttarakhand: Three-day Vasantotsav concludes at Lok Bhawan in Dehradun

Dehradun (Uttarakhand) | March 1, 2026 8:51:18 PM IST

The three-day Vasantotsav concluded on Sunday at Lok Bhawan in Dehradun. Over the course of the festival, a large number of visitors enjoyed the natural beauty of flowers along with various cultural and competitive events. ... read..

Himachal: Four drown in Beas River; three rescued, search underway for fourth

Kangra (Himachal Pradesh) | March 1, 2026 8:51:17 PM IST

Four people drowned in the Beas River in Kangra district on Sunday. Three of the people have been rescued while the search for the fourth person is underway, the District Police stated. ... read..

"Attack on Iran school condemnable; rescue Indians in Middle East": DCM DK Shivakumar

Bengaluru (Karnataka) | March 1, 2026 9:20:59 PM IST

Deputy Chief Minister of Karnataka DK Shivakumar on Sunday condemned the attack by the US-Israel on an Iranian school, which killed over 70 children, stating that the ongoing conflict in the Middle East is "not the right way to go about it." Speaking to r ... read..

"West Bengal people have decided to change this corrupt, atrocious, infiltration-supporting govt": Dharmendra Pradhan on BJP's Parivartan Yatra

Paschim Medinipur (West Bengal) | March 1, 2026 7:51:04 PM IST

Union Minister Dharmendra Pradhan on Sunday announced the commencement of the Bharatiya Janata Party's Parivartan Yatra across West Bengal, saying that the people of the state have decided to bring an end to a "corrupt, atrocious, and infiltration-support ... read..

"Badge of honour for democratic values": PM Modi hits back at Udhayanidhi Stalin's "doesn't fear PM, his father" remark

Madurai (Tamil Nadu) | March 1, 2026 7:51:01 PM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday called Tamil Nadu Deputy Chief Minister Udhayanidhi Stalin's "DMK does not fear PM Modi, not even if the father of PM comes" remarks a "badge of honour" for democratic values. ... read..

"Hindu, Sikhs would not have remained safe without Guru Teg Bahadur's martyrdom": Amit Shah

Navi Mumbai (Maharashtra) | March 1, 2026 7:50:57 PM IST

Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Sunday lauded Prime Minister Narendra Modi for never missing an opportunity to serve and honour the Sikh Gurus at a national level. ... read..

PM Modi pays tribute to Guru Tegh Bahadur at 'Hind-Di-Chadar' event in Navi Mumbai

Navi Mumbai (Maharashtra) | March 1, 2026 7:50:56 PM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday paid a tribute to the ninth Sikh guru, Guru Tegh Bahadur, on the occasion of his 350th Shaheedi Samagam, noting the role of social unity in his legacy. ... read..

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