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"Difficult to work for society while staying in Congress," says Navajyoti Talukdar after joining BJP
Guwahati (Assam) | March 21, 2026 5:21:39 AM IST
Bharatiya Janata Party leader Navajyoti Talukdar started his new political journey with the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) after resigning from the Congress, stating that he wants to work for the progress of the nation, which he claimed is difficult while b ... read..


Congress MLA hails budget, says "BRS did nothing in 10 years, we are giving rice, houses, free electricity"
Hyderabad (Telangana) | March 21, 2026 4:21:26 AM IST
Telangana Congress MLA Ram Chander Naik hailed the budget presented by Deputy Chief Minister Mallu Bhatti Vikramarka and hit back at the Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) for criticising the budget, saying the previous government did "nothing for the public in ... read..


"Alliance has created an impact ": Sasikala's AIPTMMK, PMK founder Ramadoss join hands for 2026 Assembly polls
Puducherry | March 21, 2026 4:21:23 AM IST
All India Revolutionary Leader Makkal Munnetra Kazhagam General Secretary Sasikala confirmed that their party will contest the upcoming Tamil Nadu Assembly elections together with Ramadoss as a "combined force". ... read..


CPI MLA Kunamneni Sambasiva Rao criticises Telangana Budget; says only 8% allocated to education, health gets 4%
Hyderabad (Telangana) | March 21, 2026 3:22:10 AM IST
The Communist Party of India (CPI) MLA Kunamneni Sambasiva Rao criticised the Telangana Budget presented in the Assembly, calling it a "mixed budget" with no newness and alleging that priority sectors like education and health have not been given importan ... read..


Shyam Bhagat Negi given additional charge as DGP Himachal Pradesh till March 31
Shimla (Himachal Pradesh) | March 21, 2026 2:21:26 AM IST
The Himachal Pradesh government has assigned the additional charge of Director General of Police (DGP) to Shyam Bhagat Negi, who is currently serving as Additional Chief Secretary (Social Justice and Empowerment). ... read..


Shashi Tharoor attends Consular Day 2026; terms consular work as "indispensable"
New Delhi | March 21, 2026 1:51:33 AM IST
Congress MP Shashi Tharoor attended the Consular Day 2026 celebrations as the Chief Guest, where he highlighted the vital role played by consular officers in bridging the gap between governments and citizens. ... read..


Delhi: Deputy Commissioner files report over ignorance in investigation of UGC Regulations draft protest case
New Delhi | March 21, 2026 1:51:28 AM IST
The Deputy Commissioner of Police (DCP), New Delhi, has filed a report pursuant to a direction of the Rouse Avenue court in the University Grant Commission (UGC) Regulations draft protest case, highlighting that an enquiry has been conducted in pursuance ... read..


Owaisi raises concerns on foreign policy, economy and civil rights at Youm-ul-Qur'an gathering in Hyderabad
Hyderabad (Telangana) | March 20, 2026 11:51:52 PM IST
All India Majlis-e-Ittehadul Muslimeen (AIMIM) President Asaduddin Owaisi, on Friday, expressed concern over the evolving geopolitical situation involving the United States, Israel, and Iran. ... read..


"Other parties are anxious, their end is near": Union Minister Suresh Gopi confident of BJP win in Kerala's Nedumangad
Thiruvananthapuram (Kerala) | March 20, 2026 11:51:46 PM IST
Union Minister Suresh Gopi expressed confidence in the BJP's prospects in the Nedumangad constituency in Kerala, stating that no extraordinary effort is needed for party candidate Yuvraj Gokul to win in the assembly polls. ... read..


"They have just sold the country": Mamata Banerjee slams Centre over LPG issue
Kolkata (West Bengal) | March 20, 2026 11:21:40 PM IST
Amid ongoing uncertainty over LPG supplies in India due to tensions in West Asia, West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Friday criticised the Central government, alleging that it plans to raise fuel prices and is "selling the country." ... read..


BJP dubs Telangana budget "big zero", calls it "most disappointing"
Hyderabad (Telangana) | March 20, 2026 11:21:33 PM IST
The Telangana BJP on Friday launched a scathing attack on the state budget presented by Deputy Chief Minister and Finance Minister Batti Vikramarka, terming it "the most disappointing budget ever" and accusing the Congress government of failing to honour ... read..


National Dental Commission replaces Dental Council of India
New Delhi | March 20, 2026 11:21:30 PM IST
In a major reform aimed at improving the quality of dental education and aligning it with global standards, the Government of India has constituted the National Dental Commission (NDC) along with three autonomous boards, replacing the Dental Council of In ... read..


Assam Polls: Congress releases fourth list of candidates; Raijor Dal to contest 11 seats
Guwahati (Assam) | March 20, 2026 11:21:21 PM IST
Assam Congress on Friday released the fourth list of seven candidates, taking the total tally to 94 in the 126-seat Assembly elections. ... read..


"Strict pharmaco vigilance a must, more data needed," caution doctors as generic GLP-1 drugs enter market
By Shalini Bhardwaj

New Delhi | March 20, 2026 10:51:56 PM IST
With the patent expirations for GLP-1 drugs, used for treating type 2 diabetes and obesity, major Pharma companies in India are lining up cheaper generic alternatives. ... read..


Chhattisgarh CRPF camp attack case: NIA fresh chargesheet names 3 absconding Naxals among six
New Delhi | March 20, 2026 10:51:54 PM IST
The National Investigation Agency (NIA) on Friday filed a fresh chargesheet naming six more accused, including three absconders, in connection with the 2024 case linked to the Chhattisgarh Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) camp attack by Naxals. ... read..


Gautam Singhania suffers minor injuries in accident: Raymond Group
Mumbai (Maharashtra) | March 20, 2026 10:51:53 PM IST
Raymond Group Managing Director Gautam Singhania on Friday sustained minor injuries due to an accident, as per his official spokesperson. ... read..


Oppn walks out for second consecutive time on Day 6 in Himachal Pradesh Assembly Budget Session
Shimla (Himachal Pradesh) | March 20, 2026 10:51:50 PM IST
The budget session of the Himachal Pradesh Vidhan Sabha witnessed fresh disruptions on Friday as the opposition staged a walkout for the second consecutive time for the day on Friday during the discussion on the Governor's Address, expressing dissatisfact ... read..


Mamata Banerjee launches "10 Pratigyo" manifesto for WB polls, takes 'Sabka Vinash' jibe at PM Modi; Oppn slams move
Kolkata (West Bengal) | March 20, 2026 10:51:48 PM IST
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Friday unveiled the Trinamool Congress manifesto for the 2026 Assembly elections, titled "10 Pratigyo" (10 pledges). ... read..


Rajnath Singh to address public rally in Haldwani tomorrow
New Delhi | March 20, 2026 10:51:44 PM IST
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Friday said that he will address a public gathering in Haldwani on March 21, over the completion of four years of present Uttarakhand government, led by Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami. ... read..


Priyadarshini Mattoo murder case: Delhi HC directs Santosh Singh to surrender; refuses to extend parole
New Delhi | March 20, 2026 10:21:37 PM IST
The Delhi High Court has refused to extend the parole granted to Santosh Kumar Singh and directed him to surrender by Monday. Singh is serving a life sentence in the Priyadarshini Mattoo murder case. ... read..


"It's still going on": MNM chief Kamal Haasan on seat-sharing talks with DMK ahead of elections
Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | March 20, 2026 10:21:34 PM IST
Actor and Makkal Needhi Maiam (MNM) chief Kamal Haasan on Friday said he is continuing talks with the Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) on seat-sharing for the assembly elections. ... read..


Finance Minister invokes patriotic spirit to usher in a new era of tax administration under the Income-tax Act, 2025
New Delhi | March 20, 2026 10:21:32 PM IST
In a stirring address that blended patriotic fervour with a call for institutional transformation, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Friday urged Income Tax officers to shed the old adversarial mindset and embrace a new spirit of partnership with tax ... read..


Leaders with conviction no longer in CPI(M): Union Minister Suresh Gopi calls for strong NDA presence in Kerala
Thiruvananthapuram (Kerala) | March 20, 2026 9:51:43 PM IST
Union Minister Suresh Gopi on Friday emphasised the need for a strong National Democratic Alliance government in Kerala, stating that the state has faced administrative failures over the decade. ... read..


CBI questions Anil Ambani for 7 hours in connection with alleged bank fraud case
New Delhi | March 20, 2026 9:51:41 PM IST
Industrialist Anil Ambani was questioned for about seven hours by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) in connection with the Rs 2929.05 crore alleged bank fraud case against Reliance Communications Ltd. (RCOM) as he reappeared before the Investigati ... read..


Uttarakhand: State Emergency Operations Centre issues snowfall, avalanche alert for high-altitude areas
Dehradun (Uttarakhand) | March 20, 2026 9:51:39 PM IST
The State Emergency Operations Centre, Dehradun, has issued instructions to the District Magistrates of Uttarkashi, Chamoli, Rudraprayag, Pithoragarh, and Bageshwar to exercise special caution in view of the possibility of snowfall and avalanches. ... read..


Karnataka Dy CM DK Shivakumar announces new policy to ban vendors on main roads; fine for flex banners
Bengaluru (Karnataka) | March 20, 2026 9:51:34 PM IST
Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar on Friday informed that a new policy would be formulated to ban street vendors on main and sub-main roads in Bengaluru. ... read..


Railways Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw reviews passenger amenities, security with officials
New Delhi | March 20, 2026 9:51:31 PM IST
Railways Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw on Friday chaired a comprehensive review meeting with senior railway officials at Rail Bhawan to assess the progress in station access, passenger amenity upgrades and other security-related reinforcements to improve the ... read..


Our party is fully prepared to face elections: TVK's Nirmalkumar
Chengalpattu (Tamil Nadu) | March 20, 2026 9:51:27 PM IST
Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) Joint General Secretary CTR Nirmalkumar on Friday said the party is fully prepared for the state assembly elections. ... read..


Delhi Police tightens security around Jama Masjid ahead of Eid-ul-Fitr
New Delhi | March 20, 2026 9:51:25 PM IST
The Delhi Police on Friday strengthened the security measures in and around Jama Masjid in view of Eid al-Fitr. People also offered 'Alvida Namaz' in Delhi's Jama Masjid, ahead of Eid al-Fitr to be celebrated tomorrow. ... read..


109 candidates filed nomination papers for Assam polls today: State Election Commission
Guwahati (Assam) | March 20, 2026 9:51:24 PM IST
A total of 109 candidates across 35 districts of Assam filed their nomination papers on Friday for the State Assembly elections, the State Chief Electoral Officer (CEO) said. ... read..


"Congress leadership is in state of collapse in Assam": CM Himanta Biswa Sarma
Guwahati (Assam) | March 20, 2026 9:22:12 PM IST
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Friday said the Congress leadership in the state is "in a state of collapse," citing senior leaders joining the BJP as evidence of the party's decline ahead of the assembly elections. ... read..


AIIMS to conduct study in Delhi NCR to evaluate risk of lung cancer from air pollution
New Delhi | March 20, 2026 9:22:09 PM IST
The first-of-its-kind AIRCARE study led by the team of doctors from AIIMS Delhi is set to evaluate the effects of exposure to air pollution, particularly fine particulate matter (PM 2.5), on the risk of lung cancer. Apart from this, it will also see the m ... read..


Sasikala, S Ramadoss join hands for Tamil Nadu, Puducherry elections
Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | March 20, 2026 8:51:36 PM IST
VK Sasikala's newly floated party, All India Puratchi Thalaivar Makkal Munnetra Kazhagam and Pattali Makkal Katchi (PMK) founder S Ramadoss have formed an alliance for Tamil Nadu and Puducherry Assembly elections. ... read..


Tamil Nadu: Sasikala meets S Ramadoss amid alliance speculations
Villupuram (Tamil Nadu) | March 20, 2026 8:21:40 PM IST
VK Sasikala, who recently announced her party, All India Puratchi Thalaivar Makkal Munetra Kazhagam, on Friday, met Pattali Makkal Katchi (PMK) founder S Ramadoss in the run-up to the 2026 Tamil Nadu Assembly elections. ... read..


ECI mandates pre-certification of political ads on social, electronic media ahead of elections
New Delhi | March 20, 2026 8:21:38 PM IST
The Election Commission of India (ECI) on Friday directed all political parties and candidates to get pre-certification for political advertisements from the Media Certification and Monitoring Committee (MCMC) before release on electronic or social media ... read..


Telangana budget 2026-27: BRS slam 'bogus' promises; Congress hails development-focused measures
Hyderabad (Telangana) | March 20, 2026 8:21:29 PM IST
Bharat Rashtra Samithi MLA KP Vivekananda on Friday called the 2026-27 Telangana budget "bogus," asserting that the government has failed to deliver on its six guarantees, 13 declarations, and 420 promises, adding that not a single rupee has been allocate ... read..


"We appeal that people should not undertake unnecessary travel": Kullu ADC Ashwani Kumar amid heavy rainfall in Himachal
Kullu (Himachal Pradesh) | March 20, 2026 8:21:24 PM IST
Kullu ADC Ashwani Kumar on Friday flagged heavy rainfall in the district for the past 24 hours, urging the general public to avoid unnecessary travel. He said that due to the relentless rainfall, several roads have been affected, and National Highway 03 h ... read..


TVK leader Sengottaiyan receives warm welcome from party members after pre-election meeting
Coimbatore (Tamil Nadu) | March 20, 2026 7:51:50 PM IST
Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) Executive Committee Chief Coordinator KA Sengottaiyan on Friday received a warm welcome from the party members and leaders as he arrived at the Coimbatore airport after attending the party's meetings in Chennai ahead of the ... read..


All India Secular Front to contest in 33 seats in West Bengal elections
Kolkata (West Bengal) | March 20, 2026 7:51:47 PM IST
All India Secular Front on Friday announced that the party will contest on 33 seats in the 2026 West Bengal Assembly elections. ... read..


Tamil Nadu polls: Second phase of TVK candidate interviews held at Panaiyur
Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | March 20, 2026 7:21:57 PM IST
Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) chief Vijay is rapidly advancing the process of candidate selection in view of the 2026 state Assembly polls. ... read..


Blackmailing tactics on social media akin to 'digital arrest': Supreme Court
New Delhi | March 20, 2026 7:21:56 PM IST
The Supreme Court on Friday verbally remarked that certain entities on social media who act as blackmailers in the garb of being media persons are no less than fraudulent persons who commit "digital arrest". ... read..


Air India flight AI185 from Delhi to Vancouver on March 19, returns due to operational issue
New Delhi | March 20, 2026 7:21:52 PM IST
Air India flight AI185, operating from Delhi to Vancouver on March 19, returned to New Delhi due to an operational issue and in line with established standard operating procedures, the airline said on Friday. ... read..


'Indian carriers route via Oman, western Saudi Arabia amid West Asia conflict': Aviation expert Subhash Goyal
New Delhi | March 20, 2026 7:21:47 PM IST
Chairman of STIC Travel Group and Aviation expert Subhash Goyal on Friday noted that Indian airlines are flying over Oman and Western Saudi Arabia, taking a detour amid hampered airspace in West Asia. ... read..


"No need to stand in queues, get cylinder delivered home with a click": Gujarat govt; says sufficient supply available
Gandhinagar (Gujarat) | March 20, 2026 7:21:37 PM IST
The Gujarat government has confirmed that the state has sufficient LPG supply and advised citizens not to pay attention to any rumours regarding shortages, stating that cylinders can be booked and delivered home with just a click. ... read..


Uttarakhand CM Dhami reviews preparations ahead of Defence Minister Rajnath Singh's visit to Haldwani
Nainital (Haldwani) | March 20, 2026 7:21:35 PM IST
Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Friday conducted an on-site inspection of the event venue in Haldwani along with officials in view of the preparations for the proposed visit of Defence Minister Rajnath Singh scheduled for Saturday. ... read..


Court orders jail authorities to ensure Tahir Hussain undergo surgery in 15 days
New Delhi | March 20, 2026 7:21:34 PM IST
The Karkardooma Court on Friday directed the State to ensure that the Delhi Riots accused Tahir Husain undergoes surgery for a hernia in custody in 15 days. The court passed the order on his interim bail plea on medical grounds. ... read..


Lieutenant Governor of Ladakh meets Prime Minister Modi
New Delhi | March 20, 2026 7:21:32 PM IST
The Lieutenant Governor of Ladakh, Vinai Kumar Saxena, on Friday met Prime Minister Narendra Modi in the national capital. ... read..


ED attaches 126 properties worth Rs 50,46.91 crore in PACL case in Punjab, Delhi
New Delhi | March 20, 2026 6:52:03 PM IST
The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has attached 126 immovable properties valued at Rs 5046.91 crore located in Punjab and Delhi in connection with its ongoing investigation into a large-scale alleged financial fraud involving a collective investment scheme ... read..


Himachal Pradesh signs MoU for Jal Jeevan Mission 2.0 with centre
Shimla (Himachal Pradesh) | March 20, 2026 6:51:58 PM IST
A Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for Jal Jeevan Mission (JJM) 2.0 was signed between the Government of India and the Government of Himachal Pradesh in New Delhi today. Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu and Deputy Chief Minister Muk ... read..


Himachal: Opposition walks out of Assembly over drug menace; former CM Thakur alleges police nexus
Shimla (Himachal Pradesh) | March 20, 2026 6:51:49 PM IST
The opposition staged a walkout in the Himachal Pradesh Assembly on Friday, the sixth day of the ongoing Budget Session, over the issue of rising drug menace in the state, with Leader of Opposition and former Chief Minister Jai Ram Thakur alleging involve ... read..


NHRC takes suo moto congnizance of serious injuries to two students after ceiling fan fell; issues notice to DM, SP
New Delhi | March 20, 2026 6:51:46 PM IST
The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC), India, on Friday, has taken suo motu cognizance of a media report that two students of a government higher primary school in the Barmer area of Rajasthan were seriously injured when a ceiling fan in their clas ... read..


Assam Assembly polls: Trinamool Congress releases star campaigners list, led by Mamata Banerjee
New Delhi | March 20, 2026 6:51:42 PM IST
The All India Trinamool Congress (AITC) on Friday submitted its list of 18 star campaigners to the Chief Election Commissioner and the Chief Electoral Officer of Assam for the Assembly Elections 2026. ... read..


Mamata Banerjee launches TMC manifesto, takes "Sabka Vinash" jibe at PM Modi'; announces 'Duare Chikitsa' and welfare schemes
Kolkata (West Bengal) | March 20, 2026 6:51:36 PM IST
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Friday launched Trinamool Congress' manifesto for the upcoming state elections and also trained guns at Prime Minister Narendra Modi, stating that he talks about "Sabka Vikas" but has done "Sabka Vinash." ... read..


West Bengal moving towards "undeclared president rule": Mamata Banerjee accuses Centre of destabilisation, arms smuggling
Kolkata (West Bengal) | March 20, 2026 6:21:58 PM IST
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Friday launched a sharp attack on Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the BJP-led Centre, alleging administrative interference and raising concerns over governance during the election period. ... read..


Delhi HC quashes Look out Circulars against Prannoy Roy, Radhika Roy; relief subject to cooperation with CBI probe
New Delhi | March 20, 2026 6:21:52 PM IST
The Delhi High Court on Friday set aside the Look Out Circulars (LOCs) issued against former NDTV promoters Prannoy Roy and Radhika Roy in connection with two CBI cases, directing that the relief would remain subject to their continued cooperation with th ... read..


Delhi CM holds meeting with transgender community ahead of the budget session 2026
New Delhi | March 20, 2026 6:21:48 PM IST
Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Friday held a meeting with members of the transgender community ahead of the Delhi Budget session 2026. ... read..


Himachal CM Sukhu tables Economic Survey; hits back at BJP on drug menace, says "previous govt responsible"
Shimla (Himachal Pradesh) | March 20, 2026 6:21:46 PM IST
Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu on Friday tabled the Economic Survey for the financial year 2025-26 in the Assembly on the sixth day of the ongoing Budget Session, while strongly countering the opposition over allegations related to ... read..


JKNC Chief Farooq Abdullah calls for peace amid ongoing West Asia conflict
Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir) | March 20, 2026 6:21:45 PM IST
Jammu and Kashmir National Conference (JKNC) President Farooq Abdullah on Friday urged an end to the West Asia conflict, praying for peace and the well-being of people, and said that the conflict has global consequences. ... read..


MHA invites nominations for senior police posts at UN office in African Union
General News | March 20, 2026 6:21:43 PM IST
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"Openly say war is wrong": AIMIM chief Owaisi accuses PM Modi of siding with US-Israel amid West Asia conflict
Hyderabad (Telangana) | March 20, 2026 6:21:38 PM IST
AIMIM President Asaduddin Owaisi on Friday launched a sharp attack on Prime Minister Narendra Modi, accusing him of siding with the United States and Israel in the West Asia conflict. ... read..


Puducherry polls: NDA reaches seat-sharing agreement; AINRC to contest on 16 seats, BJP on 10
Puducherry | March 20, 2026 6:21:35 PM IST
The ruling National Democratic Alliance (NDA) parties in Puducherry on Friday reached a seat-sharing agreement, with the All India N R Congress (AINRC) set to contest in 16 constituencies and the BJP on 10 seats in the April 9 Assembly elections. ... read..


Retired CAPF officers seek reforms in promotions, pensions and recruitment rules
By Rajnish Singh

New Delhi | March 20, 2026 6:21:40 PM IST
Retired officers of the Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs) on Friday intensified their demand for the full implementation of a Supreme Court judgment granting Organized Group A Service (OGAS) benefits as well as called for the proposed CAPF (General Admi ... read..


MP: CM Mohan Yadav to interact with industrialists in Jaipur tomorrow, push for investment in state
Bhopal (Madhya Pradesh) | March 20, 2026 5:51:32 PM IST
Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav will interact with industrialists at an 'Interactive Session on Investment Opportunities in Madhya Pradesh' scheduled to be held in Jaipur on Saturday, as part of the state government's ongoing efforts to attract ... read..


Government bans 300 betting and gambling platforms; 8,400 blocked so far under online gaming crackdown
New Delhi | March 20, 2026 5:22:01 PM IST
In a major crackdown on illegal gambling and betting platforms, the government on Friday banned 300 websites and mobile applications. ... read..


"Young leaders leaving Congress as only proximity to Gandhi family matters": Kerala BJP chief Rajeev Chandrasekhar
Thiruvananthapuram (Kerala) | March 20, 2026 5:21:58 PM IST
Kerala BJP President and candidate from Nemom seat, Rajeev Chandrasekhar, on Friday said that Congress leaders are quitting the party as "only proximity to the Gandhi family" matters there. ... read..


"60 per cent of gas supply comes from Strait of Hormuz...": Congress Legislator Anuradha Rana on LPG crisis
Shimla (Himachal Pradesh) | March 20, 2026 5:21:45 PM IST
Congress legislator Anuradha Rana on Friday linked the reported LPG crisis to global geopolitical tensions, saying that 60 per cent of the gas supply comes from the Strait of Hormuz, which has been affected due to the escalating tensions in West Asia. ... read..


President Murmu offers prayers at Baba Neem Karoli's samadhi site in Vrindavan
Vrindavan (Uttar Pradesh) | March 20, 2026 5:21:43 PM IST
President Droupadi Murmu on Friday visited the sacred samadhi site of Baba Neem Karoli Ji in Vrindavan and offered prayers. ... read..


Govt action against Didi will only boost support for her: Rajiv Rai backs Mamata Banerjee's 'undeclared emergency' claims
New Delhi | March 20, 2026 5:21:41 PM IST
Samajwadi Party MP Rajiv Rai on Friday said that any attempt by the government to work against West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee will only increase public sympathy for her, and her support among voters will continue to grow. ... read..


"Abusive commentary not journalism": Delhi HC orders Newslaundry to take down "disparaging" content against TV Today Network
New Delhi | March 20, 2026 4:51:34 PM IST
Holding that freedom of speech does not extend to abusive or derogatory attacks, the Delhi High Court has observed that remarks such as "shit standards", "shit reporters" and similar expressions used against TV Today Network cross the line from criticism ... read..


New Mangalore Port waives Crude, LPG cargo-related charges valid from March 14 to 31: Shipping Ministry amid West Asia conflict
New Delhi | March 20, 2026 4:51:27 PM IST
The Shipping Ministry on Friday informed that New Mangalore Port has waived cargo-related charges for crude oil and Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) from March 14 to 31, and there is no congestion reported at any port. ... read..


"Why not in Chennai": DMK's KN Nehru questions Palaniswami's 'Delhi dependence' over NDA seat sharing talks
Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | March 20, 2026 4:51:26 PM IST
Tamil Nadu Minister KN Nehru on Friday criticised AIADMK General Secretary Edappadi K Palaniswami, questioning his leadership in the National Democratic Alliance and his dependence on Union Home Minister Amit Shah for seat-sharing discussions. ... read..


Tamil Nadu: DMK's Saravanan Annadurai calls Edappadi K Palaniswami "remote-controlled yes man" of Amit Shah
Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | March 20, 2026 4:51:20 PM IST
Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) Spokesperson Saravanan Annadurai on Friday, following the recent meeting of AIADMK leader Edappadi K Palaniswami with Amit Shah in New Delhi, alleged that the former Tamil Nadu Chief Minister was acting like a "remote-contr ... read..


Delhi HC grants bail to two accused in a terror case, restrains them from social media platforms
New Delhi | March 20, 2026 4:51:19 PM IST
The Delhi High Court has granted bail to Haris Nisar Langoo and Zamin Adil Bhat, accused in a terror case lodged by the National Investigation Agency (NIA) in 2022. ... read..


Telangana: Asaduddin Owaisi launches SIR help desk to assist electors
Hyderabad (Telangana) | March 20, 2026 4:51:15 PM IST
AIMIM Chief Asaduddin Owaisi on Friday launched a Special Intensive Revision (SIR) help desk at party headquarters Darussalam in Hyderabad to extend assistance to voters for the electoral roll revision process, which will soon begin in Telangana, the part ... read..


Gujarat: CM Bhupendra Patel extends greetings on Cheti Chand, flags off Lord Jhulelal Shobha Yatra
Gandhinagar (Gujarat) | March 20, 2026 4:21:20 PM IST
Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel on Friday greeted the Sindhi community on the auspicious occasion of Cheti Chand and flagged off the Lord Jhulelal Jhulelal Shobha Yatra, according to the Chief Minister's office. ... read..


CM Sukhu invites investment in tourism, food processing and IT sectors
Shimla (Himachal Pradesh) | March 20, 2026 3:51:59 PM IST
While presiding over the CII Himachal Pradesh Annual Conference themed "Building a Future-Ready Himachal Pradesh for a Better Tomorrow: Harnessing Local Strengths for Global Competitiveness" in Shimla late evening on Thursday, Chief Minister Sukhvinder Si ... read..


"Stalin has become crybaby": AIADMK's Kovai Satyan hits back at Tamil Nadu CM over remarks on EPS
Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | March 20, 2026 3:22:05 PM IST
AIADMK Spokesperson Kovai Satyan on Friday hit back at Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin, calling him a "crybaby" after the latter criticised the state's Leader of the Opposition Edappadi K Palaniswami over his visit to Delhi to meet Union Home Minister ... read..


Sanjay Raut backs Mamata Banerjee's 'undeclared emergency' claims, says defeating her 'impossible'
New Delhi | March 20, 2026 3:21:58 PM IST
Shiv Sena (UBT) MP Sanjay Raut on Friday said that top Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leadership, along with Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) Gyanesh Kumar, are aware that Trinamool Congress (TMC) chief Mamata Banerjee can't be defeated in West Bengal. ... read..


CII Himachal Pradesh hosts an annual conference on 'Building future-ready Himachal for a better tomorrow' in Shimla
Shimla (Himachal Pradesh) | March 20, 2026 3:21:56 PM IST
Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) Himachal Pradesh organised its Annual Conference based on the theme: "Building Future Ready Himachal Pradesh for a Better Tomorrow" on Friday. ... read..


AI Summit protest case: Court grants interim anticipatory bail to IYC General Secretary Vikas Chikara
New Delhi | March 20, 2026 3:21:59 PM IST
Patiala House Court on Friday granted interim anticipatory bail to Vikas Chikara in the AI Summit protest case. He is the General Secretary of the Indian Youth Congress. He is an alleged Conspirator as per the Delhi police. A non-bailable warrant (NBW) ha ... read..


"Denied but not defeated": Shama Mohamed flags under-representation of women in Congress ticket distribution ahead of Kerala polls
Thiruvananthapuram (Kerala) | March 20, 2026 3:21:46 PM IST
Congress leader Shama Mohamed flagged the under-representation of women in ticket distribution for the upcoming Kerala Assembly elections, urging Rahul Gandhi to address the issue. ... read..


Karnataka CM writes to Hardeep Singh Puri as commercial LPG shortage forces Bengaluru businesses to 'shut'
New Delhi | March 20, 2026 2:51:54 PM IST
Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah on Friday wrote to Union Petroleum Minister Hardeep Singh Puri, seeking urgent intervention to tackle the severe shortage of commercial LPG in Bengaluru, which has disrupted supply and livelihoods across the state. ... read..


Flying Squad team siezes Rs 25 lakh in cash in Kolkata
Kolkata (West Bengal) | March 20, 2026 2:51:46 PM IST
A team of Election Commission Flying Squad seized Rs 25 lakh in cash from a vehicle near CC-2 under ECO Park Police Station in Kolkata, West Bengal, officials said on Friday. ... read..


"Congress has no intention of fulfilling its promises": KTR slams Telangana goverment
Hyderabad (Telangana) | March 20, 2026 2:51:44 PM IST
Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) Working President KT Rama Rao slammed the Telangana government, alleging that it has failed to fulfil its poll promises, as party leaders staged a protest near Gunpark demanding implementation of the six guarantees on Friday. ... read..


Delhi CM Rekha Gupta flags off 300 new EV buses
New Delhi | March 20, 2026 2:51:36 PM IST
Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Friday flagged off 300 new electric vehicle (EV) buses in the national capital. She also said that the government has initiated interstate bus services from here to Ghaziabad in Uttar Pradesh. ... read..


Govt committed to delivering tap water to the remotest areas of the state: Gujarat CM
Gandhinagar (Gujarat) | March 20, 2026 2:22:09 PM IST
The Gujarat governemnt has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) under Jal Jeevan Mission 2.0 to enhance rural drinking water supply, aiming to strengthen water management, ensure continuous supply, and sustain "Har Ghar Jal" achievements. ... read..


Himachal posts 10.1% growth, Real GSDP seen at 8.3% in FY26; CM Sukhu flags fiscal stress from RDG cuts
Shimla (Himachal Pradesh) | March 20, 2026 2:22:07 PM IST
Himachal Pradesh has recorded a strong 10.1 per cent growth at current prices in FY2025-26, with real economic expansion estimated at 8.3 per cent, as the Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu-led Himachal Pradesh government on Friday tabled the Economic Survey 2025-26 ... read..


"Team UDF is Team Keralam": Rahul Gandhi says Kerala is ready for change ahead of Assembly elections
Thiruvanthpuram (Kerala) | March 20, 2026 2:22:03 PM IST
Leader of the Opposition in Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi expressed support for the United Democratic Front (UDF) in Kerala, stating that the alliance represents the aspirations of the people and is prepared for the upcoming Assembly elections. ... read..


Tharoor's remarks not those of a serious person: Sandeep Dikshit
New Delhi | March 20, 2026 2:22:02 PM IST
Congress leader Sandeep Dikshit on Friday took a jibe at his colleague Shashi Tharoor for backing the Modi government's restraint against condemning the US-Israel attack on Iran, saying that the Kerala MP "shouldn't be taken seriously" since he takes a po ... read..


Telangana budget: Mid-day meal extension to Intermediate students; ?26,674 crore allocated to Education department
Hyderabad (Telangana) | March 20, 2026 2:21:54 PM IST
Telangana Deputy Chief Minister and Finance Minister Bhatti Vikramarka on Friday presented the state budget for 2026-27 in the state assembly, proposing a total outlay of ?3,24,234 crore. ... read..


"No other nomination for party president:" Bihar Minister Shrawan Kumar on CM Nitish Kumar filing nomination for JD(U) national president post
Patna (Bihar) | March 20, 2026 2:21:53 PM IST
Bihar Transport Minister Shrawan Kumar, discussing Chief Minister Nitish Kumar's nomination for the JD(U) president post, stated that there appear to be no other contenders for the position. ... read..


Karnataka Minister G Parameshwara orders CID probe into custodial death in Tumakuru
Tumakuru (Karnataka) | March 20, 2026 1:51:58 PM IST
Karnataka Home Minister G Parameshwar ordered a CID investigation into the custodial death of a 50-year-old man at Huliyaru police station in Tumakuru district, with authorities awaiting the post-mortem report to determine the case of death. ... read..


"We want to secure identity of Assam": Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma files nomination from Jalukbari constituency
Guwahati (Assam) | March 20, 2026 1:51:54 PM IST
Bharatiya Janata Party's Himanta Biswa Sarma on Friday filed his nomination from Jalukbari Assembly constituency as he eyes a second term as Assam Chief Minister. ... read..


President Murmu meets Premanand Maharaj in Vrindavan
Vrindavan (Uttar Pradesh) | March 20, 2026 1:51:53 PM IST
President Droupadi Murmu on Friday met revered saint Premanand Maharaj at his Shri Hit Radha Keli Kunj Ashram in Vrindavan, Uttar Pradesh. ... read..


Delhi High Court directs Newslaundry to remove certain content on TV Today Network
New Delhi | March 20, 2026 1:51:49 PM IST
The Delhi High Court on Friday directed digital media platform Newslaundry to take down certain videos and posts relating to TV Today Network and its channels, Aaj Tak and India Today. ... read..


West Asia tensions hit Surat: Migrant workers leave over LPG shortage
Surat (Gujarat) | March 20, 2026 1:51:47 PM IST
The consequences of the West Asia Conflict became visible in Surat, Gujarat, as a large number of migrant workers crowded the Udhna Railway Station to return to their native villages, following a lack of availability of LPG. ... read..


Delhi Court directs NIA to expedite supplementary chargesheet against Tahawwur Rana in 26/11 conspiracy case
New Delhi | March 20, 2026 2:22:05 PM IST
In a key development regarding the 26/11 Mumbai terror attack investigation, a Delhi court at Patiala House has directed the National Investigation Agency (NIA) to expedite the filing of a supplementary chargesheet against Tahawwur Hussain Rana in the lar ... read..


Mumbai Press Club gets bomb threat mail; security heightened
Mumbai (Maharashtra) | March 20, 2026 1:21:57 PM IST
The Mumbai Press Club received a threatening email claiming that several small bombs filled with poisonous gas had been planted inside the building and would explode at 1 pm on Friday, an official said. ... read..


Delhi LG offers 'Chadar' at Khwaja Qutbuddin Bakhtiyar Kaki dargah in Mehrauli
New Delhi | March 20, 2026 1:21:56 PM IST
Delhi Lieutenant Governor (LG) Taranjit Singh Sandhu on Friday offered a 'Chadar' at the Khwaja Qutbuddin Bakhtiyar Kaki dargah in Mehrauli on the occasion of 'Phool Walon Ki Sair', which is an annual celebration held by the flower sellers in the national ... read..


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