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"Completed seat division among our UDF partners without any problem.:" Kerala LoP VD Satheesan ahead of Kerala Elections

Thiruvananthapuram (Kerala) | March 20, 2026 1:21:54 PM IST

Kerala Leader of the Opposition (LoP) and senior Congress leader VD Satheesan on Friday dismissed reports of internal friction regarding seat distribution for the 2026 Kerala Assembly Elections, asserting that the United Democratic Front (UDF) has success ... read..

AI Summit protest: Court grants anticipatory bail to Manish Sharma, directs him to join investigation

New Delhi | March 20, 2026 3:51:58 PM IST

Patiala House Court on Friday granted anticipatory bail to Manish Sharma in the AI summit protest case. He is directed to join the investigation tomorrow. ... read..

Ministry of Health & Family Welfare convenes 'Suraksha Sankalp Karyashala' to accelerate district-level HIV response in Haryana, Delhi

New Delhi | March 20, 2026 1:21:47 PM IST

The Ministry of Health & Family Welfare, Government of India, through the National AIDS Control Organisation (NACO), today convened the Suraksha Sankalp Karyashala in Delhi as part of its intensified and forward-looking strategy to strengthen the dist ... read..

CM Bhajanlal Sharma flags off 207 new buses on occasion of Rajasthan Diwas 2026

Jaipur (Rajasthan) | March 20, 2026 12:51:56 PM IST

On the occasion of Rajasthan Diwas 2026 celebrations, Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma flagged off 207 new buses at the Ajmer Road Bus Terminal on Thursday. ... read..

Assam Minister Pijush Hazarika offers prayer at Deosal Temple before filing nomination from Jagiroad

Guwahati (Assam) | March 20, 2026 12:51:46 PM IST

Assam Minister Pijush Hazarika on Friday offered prayers at the Deosal Temple in Morigaon district before filing his nomination from Jagiroad for the state assembly elections. ... read..

'DMK misappropriates Centre funds': AMMK TTV Dinakaran ahead of Tamil Nadu polls

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | March 20, 2026 12:51:43 PM IST

Amma Makkal Munnetra Kazhagam (AMMK) General Secretary TTV Dinakaran on Friday refuted claims by the Tamil Nadu Chief Minister about seat-sharing talks, saying he alone knows the constituencies the party is seeking. ... read..

LPG shortage forces traditional wood-fired cooking for Himachal Assembly session food

Shimla (Himachal Pradesh) | March 20, 2026 12:51:41 PM IST

Amid a shortage of commercial LPG in Himachal Pradesh, meals for MLAs, ministers, officials, and staff during the ongoing Budget Session are being prepared using wood-fired ovens by the Himachal Pradesh Tourism Development Corporation (HPTDC). ... read..

Uttarakhand cabinet expansion strikes balance between regional representation, political considerations

Dehradun (Uttarakhand) | March 20, 2026 12:51:40 PM IST

The Uttarakhand government on Friday saw a cabinet expansion even as the Pushkar Dhami led government entered its final year. The incumbent CM Pushkar Dhami seems to have beaten the trend of a change in leadership that was usually seen in state politics a ... read..

CBI files caveats in Supreme Court in Kejriwal, Sisodia SLP against Delhi HC order in Excise Case

New Delhi | March 20, 2026 2:21:56 PM IST

The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has filed three caveat applications before the Supreme Court in connection with the Special Leave Petitions (SLPs) filed by former Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal, senior AAP leader Manish Sisodia and other a ... read..

Rain, snow trigger sharp temperature drop in Himachal Pradesh

Shimla (Himachal Pradesh) | March 20, 2026 12:51:33 PM IST

The continuous rainfall over the past five days, coupled with snowfall in higher reaches, has led to a sharp drop in temperatures across Himachal Pradesh, bringing back winter-like conditions even as the state had begun transitioning into summer. ... read..

India should've issued condolences on Khamenei's killing even without condemning US-Israeli action: Shashi Tharoor

New Delhi | March 20, 2026 12:21:29 PM IST

Congress MP Shashi Tharoor on Friday said that India issuing a timely condolence on the assassination of Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei would have been the "most appropriate thing to do" even if the US-Israeli action was not condemned. ... read..

Freedom of Religion Bill 2026 passed to curb illegal conversions, strengthen social harmony: Chhattisgarh CM Sai

Raipur (Chhattisgarh) | March 20, 2026 11:51:52 AM IST

The Chhattisgarh Assembly on Friday passed the Freedom of Religion Bill 2026, described by Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai as a significant milestone for preserving the state's cultural identity and social balance, the release said. ... read..

Himanta Biswa Sarma holds large rally as he sets out to file nomination from Jalukbari

Guwahati (Assam) | March 20, 2026 11:51:47 AM IST

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Friday held a rally, starting from Veterinary College Field, Khanapara, to the District Commissioner's office of Kamrup (Metro) district in Guwahati, where he will file his nomination from Jalukbari Assembly con ... read..

NTK bats for 'holistic change' in Tamil Nadu, questions 'materialistic' nature of welfare promises

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | March 20, 2026 11:51:45 AM IST

Naam Tamilar Katchi (NTK) leader Fathima Farhana took a dig at the slew of welfare promises made by the major political parties in Tamil Nadu ahead of the scheduled assembly polls, saying that the "freebies" must ensure sustainable living for the people. ... read..

Veterinarian dies due to hippopotamus attack in Shivamogga; Minister Eshwar Khandre expresses grief over the incident

Bengaluru (Karnataka) | March 20, 2026 11:51:44 AM IST

Karnataka Forest, Ecology, and Environment Minister Eshwar Khandre has expressed his profound condolences over the death of a veterinarian who was fatally attacked by a hippopotamus while treating animals at the Tyavarekoppa Zoo in Shivamogga. ... read..

Anil Ambani reaches CBI headquarters for second day of questioning in Rs 2929 cr alleged bank fraud case

New Delhi | March 20, 2026 11:51:37 AM IST

Industrialist Anil Ambani on Friday reached the CBI headquarters in Delhi for the second day of questioning in connection with the Rs 2929.05 crore alleged bank fraud case against Reliance Communications Ltd. (RCOM). ... read..

Delhi HC directs govt to reimburse medical expenses for denial of treatment at govt hospitals

New Delhi | March 20, 2026 11:51:32 AM IST

The Delhi High Court has directed the government of NCT of Delhi to reimburse medical expenses of Rs 12,000 to a minor who was denied treatment at two government hospitals, holding that the failure to provide timely medical care violated the State's oblig ... read..

Karnataka Speaker offers Eid prayers, prays for 'peace and unity'

Mangaluru (Karnatka) | March 20, 2026 11:22:20 AM IST

Karnataka Legislative Assembly speaker UT Kadar Fareed on Friday offered Eid prayers at the Idgah Masjid in Mangaluru. ... read..

"Congress leaders appreciating PM Modi's foreign policy a welcome change:" CR Kesavan on Shashi Tharoor's West Asia statement

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | March 20, 2026 11:22:18 AM IST

Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) spokesperson C.R. Kesavan, on Friday, while appreciating Congress leader Shashi Tharoor's support for India's foreign policy concerning West Asia, asserted that senior Congress leaders acknowledging Prime Minister Narendra Mod ... read..

One electrocuted to death during construction in Delhi's Kapashera, another injured

New Delhi | March 20, 2026 11:22:13 AM IST

A 45-year-old construction worker, Rajkumar, died of electrocution, while his co-worker was injured when a bamboo came in contact with a high-tension electricity line in Delhi's Kapashera. ... read..

Uttarakhand: Five BJP MLAs sworn in as cabinet ministers

Dehradun (Uttarakhand) | March 20, 2026 11:22:12 AM IST

The Uttarakhand on Friday witnessed cabinet expansion with five Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) MLAs swearing in as ministers at a ceremony in Dehradun. ... read..

"Mamata Banerjee has no right to give advice": BJP's Dilip Ghosh trains gun at West Bengal CM; expresses full faith in EC

Kharagpur (West Bengal) | March 20, 2026 11:22:08 AM IST

Ahead of the upcoming assembly elections, Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Dilip Ghosh on Friday said that West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has "no right to give advice or ask questions", asserting that the Election Commission has nationwide ... read..

CM MK Stalin slams EPS over Delhi visit ahead of Tamil Nadu polls, says "AIADMK's focus is elsewhere"

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | March 20, 2026 11:22:07 AM IST

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister and Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) Working President MK Stalin hit out at the Leader of the Opposition Edappadi K Palaniswami over his visit to Delhi to meet Union Home Minister Amit Shah for alliance discussions, stating that t ... read..

Tamil Nadu: Grand Panguni Car Festival celebrated at Jambukeswarar Temple; Thousands of devotees participate

Tiruchirappalli (Tamil Nadu) | March 20, 2026 10:51:58 AM IST

The Panguni Car Festival was held at the famous Jambukeswarar Temple, one of the revered Pancha Bhoota Sthalams representing the element of water. Thousands of devotees participated in the grand event and pulled the temple chariots with deep devotion on F ... read..

Roselina Tirkey thanks Congress leadership after receiving ticket from Khumtai Assembly constituency

Golaghat (Assam) | March 20, 2026 10:51:49 AM IST

Congress candidate from Khumtai Assembly constituency in Assam, Roselina Tirkey, expressed gratitude to the party leadership after being named in the list of candidates for the 2026 Assembly elections, stating that her campaign will focus on issues of pea ... read..

DGCA advises Airlines to avoid Gulf airspace, calls for contingency plans amid West Asia conflict

New Delhi | March 20, 2026 10:51:37 AM IST

Amid escalating conflict in West Asia, the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has asked airlines to avoid certain airspaces in the Gulf region and ensure contingency plans as part of safety risk assessments, according to sources. ... read..

West Asia conflict will have knock-on effect on economy, India should diversify its energy sources: Shashi Tharoor

New Delhi | March 20, 2026 10:21:59 AM IST

Disruption in energy supplies from Gulf region due to West Asia conflict and the rise in international crude prices will have knock on effect on the economy, Congress leader Shashi Tharoor has said and emphasised that India needs to diversify its energy s ... read..

Congress seals alliance with Raijor Dal; Gaurav Gogoi says "came together to build new Assam"

Guwahati (Assam) | March 20, 2026 10:21:56 AM IST

Congress have expanded its alliance, coming together with Raijor Dal to face Bharatiya Janata Party-led NDA alliance in the Assam Assembly elections. Both parties reached an agreement on Thursday after weeks of deadlock. ... read..

"Kerala model turned to debt model": Shashi Tharoor trains guns at LDF, denies CM face speculation for Assembly polls

New Delhi | March 20, 2026 10:21:54 AM IST

Congress MP Shashi Tharoor on Thursday denied being in the race to be the Chief Ministerial candidate for the United Democratic Front (UDF) in the 2026 Kerala Assembly elections, saying he will not be contesting the polls. ... read..

Delhi Police detains another accused in Azadpur Metro line theft, recovers 30 metres of cable

New Delhi | March 20, 2026 10:21:52 AM IST

Delhi Police apprehended another accused in connection with the cable theft case of the Azadpur metro station on Friday. ... read..

EPS says seat-sharing talks progressing smoothly, rejects alliance with TVK after Delhi visit

New Delhi | March 20, 2026 9:51:53 AM IST

After his second visit to Delhi this month, All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (AIADMK) general secretary Edappadi K Palaniswami asserted that discussions on seat-sharing are progressing "smoothly" among the parties in the National Democratic Allian ... read..

Muslims across Tamil Nadu, Kerala offer Eid prayers

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | March 20, 2026 9:51:51 AM IST

The muslim community in Tamil Nadu and Kerala came together in large numbers on Friday to offer special Eid prayers, ushering in the festive spirit of Eid-ul-Fitr and ending the holy month of Ramadan with prayers, reflection, and community gatherings. ... read..

"The party is much bigger:" Congress MP K. Sudhakaran dismisses reports of contesting election as an independent candidate in Kerala Assembly election

New Delhi | March 20, 2026 9:51:49 AM IST

Congress MP K. Sudhakaran dismissed rumours of him contesting as an independent candidate from Kannur, declaring that he plans to remain within the party and move forward with new initiatives and activities under its banner. ... read..

Indian Railways takes strict action against non-performing officers; six compulsorily retired

New Delhi | March 20, 2026 9:51:48 AM IST

In a decisive move to strengthen accountability and performance oversight, Indian Railways has compulsorily retired six officers from service under Rule 1802(a) of the Indian Railway Establishment Code (IREC), Volume 2. ... read..

"Where were they for last 5 years?": TMC candidate Arindam Guin questions BJP's presence in state before elections

Hoogly (West Bengal) | March 20, 2026 9:51:46 AM IST

Trinamool Congress (TMC) candidate from Champdani Assembly constituency, Arindam Guin, took a swipe at the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) ahead of the upcoming Assembly elections, questioning its engagement with voters over the past five years. ... read..

Discussions underway to ensure LPG supply for public: Himachal Deputy CM Mukesh Agnihotri

Shimla (Himachal Pradesh) | March 20, 2026 9:51:44 AM IST

Amid the ongoing LPG cylinder shortage, Himachal Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Mukesh Agnihotri said the state cabinet discussed the crisis and was figuring out ways to ensure an adequate supply for the public. ... read..

Devotees offers prayers across India on the second day of Chaitra Navratri

New Delhi | March 20, 2026 9:21:23 AM IST

Devotees on Friday gathered in large numbers at prominent temples, including the Jhandewalan and Chhatarpur temples in Delhi and the Ambaji Mata Temple in Gujarat, to offer prayers on the second day of Chaitra Navratri. ... read..

Supreme Court dismisses petition against Vantara, upholds SIT findings

New Delhi | March 20, 2026 8:51:42 AM IST

The Supreme Court of India dismissed the Writ Petition, rejecting allegations made against Vantara by a foundation that had questioned animal imports under international wildlife trade norms governed by the Convention on International Trade in Endangered ... read..

Ramadan special prayers held at Ayesha Mahal in Coimbatore

Coimbatore (Tamil Nadu) | March 20, 2026 8:51:37 AM IST

Ramadan special prayers were held at Ayesha Mahal in the Kuniyamuthur area under the coordination of the JAK organisation. ... read..

Delhi air quality improves to 123 after rain, AQI in "moderate" category

New Delhi | March 20, 2026 8:51:33 AM IST

Residents in the city woke up on Friday to cloudy skies, strong winds, and a cold morning after the rain fell in many parts of the national capital. ... read..

Five new ministers likely to take oath in Uttarakhand cabinet expansion today in Dehradun

Dehradun (Uttarakhand) | March 20, 2026 8:51:31 AM IST

The long-anticipated expansion of the Uttarakhand cabinet led by Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami is set to take place on Friday at Lok Bhavan in Dehradun. ... read..

"Election will require little more effort:" BJP leader Nisith Pramanik on West Bengal elections

Cooch Behar (West Bengal) | March 20, 2026 8:51:28 AM IST

Ahead of the West Bengal Assembly elections, BJP leader Nisith Pramanik declared that this year's polls require 'extra effort' due to the limited time available for campaigning. Outlining his strategy, he emphasised that his primary goal is to reach every ... read..

Development work will drive victory in Dharmanagar: Tripura CM Manik Saha

Agartala (Tripura) | March 20, 2026 7:52:12 AM IST

Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha has said that BJP is confident of winning the Dharmanagar by-election, which will be held on April 09. ... read..

Single window policy for film production, permission through online mode soon: Telangana Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy

Hyderabad (Telangana) | March 20, 2026 7:52:10 AM IST

Telangana Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy has announced that the state government will introduce a single window policy soon to get all permissions at one go online for film production in the most happening Hyderabad city. ... read..

HP Govt passes ?40,461 Cr supplementary budget: Opposition raises concerns over procedural lapses

Shimla (Himachal Pradesh) | March 20, 2026 7:52:09 AM IST

The Himachal Pradesh government on Thursday passed a supplementary budget of ?40,461.95 crore for the financial year 2025-26 by voice vote in the Assembly, with the opposition alleging procedural irregularities and lack of transparency. ... read..

"Our guardian, senior leader": JD(U) leaders file nomination on behalf of Nitish Kumar for fourth term as party president

New Delhi | March 20, 2026 7:21:38 AM IST

Multiple leaders of the Janata Dal (United) filed the nomination for the post of the party's president on behalf of Nitish Kumar, with him set to lead the party at the national level for the fourth consecutive term. The Rajya Sabha MP is currently in Delh ... read..

Pure drinking water supplied to all 51 AMC Wards, says Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha

Agartala (Tripura) | March 20, 2026 7:21:35 AM IST

Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha today said that currently, pure drinking water is supplied to all 51 wards of Agartala Municipal Corporation, and there is a system of supplying purified drinking water to the municipal area from 31 iron removal plants. ... read..

Congress moves to disqualify 3 MLAs over Rajya Sabha cross-voting, says CS Raazen Ekka

Bhubaneswar (Odisha) | March 20, 2026 6:52:02 AM IST

Congress MLA C.S. Raazen Ekka said that the party has filed a petition before the Assembly Speaker seeking the disqualification of three of its MLAs, including Dasarathi Gamango and Sofia Firdous, for alleged cross-voting in the recent Rajya Sabha electio ... read..

Punjab Police conducts statewide anti-drug operation, carry out 187 arrests in a day: DGP Arpit Shukla

Chandigarh (Punjab) | March 20, 2026 6:52:00 AM IST

Punjab Police carried out a massive Cordon and Search Operation (CASO) across the state as part of its ongoing anti-drug campaign 'Yudh Nashian Virudh', resulting in the registration of 155 cases and the arrest of 187 individuals in a single day, Director ... read..

"Don't see much possibility of changes now": Congress MP rules out revision in Kerala candidate list

Thiruvananthapuram (Kerala) | March 20, 2026 6:51:59 AM IST

Congress MP Rajmohan Unnithan on Friday observed that the candidate list for the Kerala Assembly elections is unlikely to undergo any modifications at this stage. ... read..

AGP releases 26 candidates list for Assam polls; Party president Atul Bora to contest from Bokakhat

Guwahati (Assam) | March 20, 2026 6:21:34 AM IST

The Asom Gana Parishad (AGP) released its list of 26 candidates for the upcoming Assam Assembly Elections. Party president and Cabinet Minister Atul Bora is set to contest from the Bokakhat constituency, while Executive President Keshab Mahanta has been f ... read..

"Blueprint for Maharashtra": MNS chief Raj Thackeray launches 'Maharashtra Next' platform to gather public vision for state

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | March 20, 2026 5:51:37 AM IST

Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS) chief Raj Thackeray has unveiled a new digital platform, 'Maharashtra Next,' aimed at gathering public suggestions to create a comprehensive development roadmap for the state. ... read..

Gig workers meet with Delhi CM ahead of budget; demand job security, gender specific policies

New Delhi | March 20, 2026 5:21:51 AM IST

Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta held a consultation with gig workers and Shramiks to gather their recommendations for the upcoming state budget. The meeting focused on addressing systemic challenges, including the demand for formal employment status and ... read..

Candidate list for Assam Assembly polls reflects state's "social fabric": BJP leader Pabitra Margherita

Guwahati (Assam) | March 20, 2026 4:51:27 AM IST

Union Minister of State Pabitra Margherita on Friday stated that the Bharatiya Janata Party's (BJP) first list of candidates for the upcoming Assam Assembly Elections is a true reflection of the state's diverse social structure. ... read..

Puducherry: Latchiya Jananayaga Katchi founder Jose Charles Martin performs temple puja with party symbol "Watermelon"

Puducherry | March 20, 2026 4:21:12 AM IST

Latchiya Jananayaga Katchi (LJK) founder Jose Charles Martin offered special prayers at a local temple after being allotted the "Watermelon" election symbol by the Election Commission for the upcoming Puducherry polls. ... read..

Union Minister Arjun Ram Meghwal accuses Rahul Gandhi of 'appeasement politics' over Uttam Nagar murder case

Bikaner (Rajasthan) | March 20, 2026 3:51:27 AM IST

Union Minister Arjun Ram Meghwal accused Congress leader Rahul Gandhi of appeasement in response to his remarks on the incident of violence in Delhi's Uttam Nagar, where Tarun Khatik was killed during Holi celebrations. ... read..

CBI questions Anil Ambani in connection to Rs 2929 cr bank fraud case

New Delhi | March 20, 2026 3:21:48 AM IST

The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) examined industrialist Anil Ambani in New Delhi, in connection with the Rs 2929.05 crore bank fraud case against Reliance Communications Ltd. (RCOM). ... read..

Arvind Kejriwal says deaths in Palam fire completely avoidable; alleges malfunction of fire rescue equipment

New Delhi | March 20, 2026 2:51:40 AM IST

Former Delhi Chief Minister and AAP convenor Arvind Kejriwal has alleged lapses in the fire response and equipment malfunction during the recent fire in Palam, claiming that the lives of those 9 people could have been saved if timely action had been taken ... read..

"Given work to throw lies": Manickam Tagore says Nishikant Dubey is 'Goebbels of 21st century'

New Delhi | March 20, 2026 2:51:39 AM IST

Congress MP Manickam Tagore on Friday launched a scathing attack on BJP MP Nishikant Dubey, accusing him of spreading misinformation after failing to secure a ministerial position in the government. Tagore alleged that the BJP leader has been tasked with ... read..

Rohini Court grants protection to rape accused, noting FIR lodged 5 years later

New Delhi | March 20, 2026 1:52:14 AM IST

Delhi's Rohini court has granted a man protection from coercive action by police in a rape case, noting that the FIR was lodged five years after the alleged crime, while directing the accused to join the investigation. ... read..

Congress' Sharmila acting as CM Chandrababu's mouthpiece; must reveal who funded her elections: YSRCP leader Satish Reddy

Tadepalli (Andhra Pradesh) | March 20, 2026 1:52:10 AM IST

YSRCP State General Secretary Singareddy Satish Kumar Reddy has alleged that the state Congress chief YS Sharmila is functioning as a "political mouthpiece" for Chandrababu Naidu and demanded that she disclose the source of funding for her election expens ... read..

Delhi Home Minister Ashish Sood orders city-wide fire audit to eliminate "safety gaps"

New Delhi | March 20, 2026 1:52:04 AM IST

Delhi Home Minister Ashish Sood has ordered a comprehensive fire safety audit across the national capital to identify and fix existing security loopholes. The move comes as part of a proactive government initiative to prevent fire-related accidents before ... read..

Delhi Court acquits 2 accused under UAPA, says prosecution failed to prove association with ISIS

New Delhi | March 20, 2026 1:52:02 AM IST

Patiala House Court has acquitted two persons accused of a terrorist act and allegedly being members of ISIS, giving them the benefit of doubt after the prosecution failed to prove association with the terrorist organisation. The case pertains to an FIR l ... read..

New Delhi: One dead, atleast 3 others injured in suspected gang firing in Bawana

New Delhi | March 20, 2026 1:52:00 AM IST

A man was killed, and three others sustained gunshot wounds during a firing incident in the Bawana police station area in Delhi. Local police have launched an investigation into the matter to determine if the attack was the result of a suspected gang riva ... read..

Delhi POCSO court flags inconsistencies in police reports, seeks top cop's response

New Delhi | March 19, 2026 11:51:51 PM IST

A Delhi POCSO court has raised concerns over inconsistencies in reports submitted by senior police officials in a case involving a nine-year-old victim, and has sought clarification from top authorities. ... read..

Gaurav Gogoi seeks to expand opposition alliance in Assam, holds talks with Raijor Dal; BJP announces 88 candidates

Guwahati (Assam) | March 19, 2026 11:51:42 PM IST

As the Assam Assembly elections draw closer, political developments gathered pace on Thursday with Assam Congress President Gaurav Gogoi reiterating efforts to forge a broad opposition coalition, while the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) announced 88 candida ... read..

Uttarakhand CM releases Panchang calendar

Dehradun (Uttarakhand) | March 19, 2026 11:51:36 PM IST

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Thursday formally released the Panchang calendar on the auspicious occasion of the Hindu New Year, which has been published by the Information and Public Relations Department. ... read..

Maharashtra: Shivraj Singh Chouhan meets banana farmers, unveils Rs 200 crore Jalgaon cluster plan

Jalgaon (Maharashtra) | March 19, 2026 11:51:31 PM IST

On the sacred occasion of Gudi Padwa, Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan on Thursday interacted with banana farmers at Jain Hills in Jalgaon district, discussing cultivation challenges and outlining plans for the development of a dedicated b ... read..

PM Modi discusses popularising Indian culture with IGNCA trustees

New Delhi | March 19, 2026 11:21:39 PM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday met with the trustees of the Indira Gandhi National Centre for the Arts (IGNCA) and discussed popularising India's diverse culture as part of its 39th Foundation Day celebrations. ... read..

"We did not put EV on charge that night": Indore fire survivor recounts tragedy

Indore (Madhya Pradesh) | March 19, 2026 10:51:38 PM IST

A survivor of the deadly fire incident in Indore has recounted the sequence of events, stating that their electric vehicle was not put on charging on the night of the incident and refuting claims of any electric security system in the house. ... read..

2024 Babbar Khalsa bombing case: NIA chargesheets 9th accused

New Delhi | March 19, 2026 10:51:37 PM IST

The National Investigation Agency (NIA) on Thursday filed a chargesheet against the 9th accused, connected with Canada-based designated terrorist Satinderjit Singh alias Goldy Brar, in the 2024 case relating to the bomb attacks at two Gurugram clubs by me ... read..

Akasa Air flight from Phuket to Bengaluru diverted to Chennai after lightning strike due to weather conditions

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | March 19, 2026 10:51:33 PM IST

An Akasa Air flight, operating from Phuket to Bengaluru on Wednesday, was diverted to Chennai due to adverse weather conditions, during which the aircraft experienced a lightning strike. ... read..

Assam Assembly polls: Congress releases third list of 22 candidates

Kolkata (West Bengal) | March 19, 2026 10:21:40 PM IST

The Congress on Thursday released its third list of 22 candidates, bringing the total announced so far to 87 out of the 126 seats Assam Assembly polls on April 9. The list contains several experienced faces like Jakir Hussain Sikdar, Roselina Tirkey, Prad ... read..

AAP MP Raghav Chadha raises concern over 'Sarpanch Pati' practice in Panchayats

New Delhi | March 19, 2026 10:21:33 PM IST

Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) Rajya Sabha MP Raghav Chadha on Thursday raised concerns over the practice of "sarpanch pati" or "panchayat pati," where women elected to reserved Panchayat seats often serve as figureheads while real power is exercised by their male ... read..

Three students dead, one critical after car crash on Pune-Mumbai Expressway

Panvel (Maharashtra) | March 19, 2026 10:21:26 PM IST

Three students of IIT Bombay were killed on the spot and one was critically injured in a tragic road accident on the Pune-Mumbai Expressway near Khopoli on Thursday, police said. ... read..

KT Rama Rao takes part in Ugadi Panchanga Sravanam at Telangana Bhavan

Hyderabad (Telangana) | March 19, 2026 10:21:25 PM IST

Bharat Rashtra Samithi working president KT Rama Rao (KTR) on Thursday participated in Panchanga Sravanam (traditional almanac reading) programme on the occasion of Sri Parabhava Nama Samvatsara Ugadi at Telangana Bhavan. MLAs, MLCs, MPs, and senior BRS l ... read..

"Does strategic autonomy mean silence on regime change?": Manish Tewari questions Centre over West Asia conflict

New Delhi | March 19, 2026 9:51:49 PM IST

Congress MP Manish Tewari on Thursday slammed the Centre for allegedly remaining silent on the assassination of Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei and top leadership, saying "this is not strategic autonomy." ... read..

Moon not sighted today, Eid al-Fitr to be celebrated on March 21: Maulana Firangi Mahali

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) | March 19, 2026 9:21:27 PM IST

Lucknow Eidgah Imam, Maulana Khalid Rasheed Firangi Mahali, announced that the moon was not sighted on Thursday, which means that Eid al-Fitr will be celebrated in India on March 21. ... read..

Gujarat CM Bhupendra Patel inaugurates, lays foundation for Rs 413.81 crore projects in Porbandar

Gandhinagar (Gujarat) | March 19, 2026 9:21:23 PM IST

Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel on Thursday virtually inaugurated and laid the foundation stone for development works worth Rs 413.81 crore in Porbandar, stating that under the guidance of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the state government is commi ... read..

"Crossed all boundaries of decency and constitutional propriety," Mamata Banerjee writes to CEC Gyanesh Kumar, alleging bias by EC

Kolkata (West Bengal) | March 19, 2026 8:52:15 PM IST

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has written a letter to Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar, alleging that the Election Commission of India has "crossed all boundaries of decency and constitutional propriety." ... read..

BHU-AnSI Symposium: Unlocking India's ancient Human history through DNA and genomics

Varanasi (Uttar Pradesh) | March 19, 2026 8:52:10 PM IST

Banaras Hindu University (BHU), in collaboration with the Anthropological Survey of India (AnSI), will host a landmark two-day symposium titled BHU-AnSI Paleogenomics and Paleoarchaeology Symposium on March 23-24, 2026, at the Department of Zoology, BHU, ... read..

Himachal Pradesh: Four STF personnel arrested for alleged role in drug trafficking nexus

Shimla (Himachal Pradesh) | March 19, 2026 8:22:23 PM IST

In a major crackdown on drug trafficking, Shimla Police have arrested four police personnel posted in the Special Task Force (STF), Central Range, for their alleged involvement in an LSD (Lysergic Acid Diethylamidek) smuggling network, officials said on T ... read..

TN Congress manifesto to focus on inclusivity, jobs, and technology: MP Jothimani

Chennai (Tamil Nadu), | March 19, 2026 7:51:58 PM IST

Tamil Nadu Congress MP Jothimani on Thursday said that the party's Tamil Nadu election manifesto will present a broad and inclusive vision for the state's future. ... read..

Seychelles-India conduct Joint Military Exercise 'LAMITIYE 2026' to boost defence cooperation

General News | March 19, 2026 7:51:57 PM IST

Victoria [Seychelles], March 19 (ANI) The 11th edition of Joint Military Exercise LAMITIYE 2026, being conducted in Seychelles from March 9 to 20, brought together the Indian Armed Forces and the Seychelles Defence Forces (SDF) to enhance interoperability ... read..

'Nothing wrong with wanting to be minister or CM': DK Shivakumar on Karnataka cabinet reshuffle row

Bengaluru (Karnataka) | March 19, 2026 7:51:49 PM IST

Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar on Thursday hinted at a cabinet reshuffle in the state and said that there was "nothing wrong" with Congress leaders wanting ministerial or Chief Ministerial positions. ... read..

BJP MP Nishikant Dubey alleges Congress' hand in illegal immigrants from Bangladesh, cites 1972 trade agreement

New Delhi | March 19, 2026 7:51:48 PM IST

BJP MP Nishikant Dubey on Thursday accused Congress of giving a "free hand" for illegal immigrants from Bangladesh to enter India, alleging "vote bank" politics. ... read..

Former Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal, other AAP leaders visit Palam blaze site, meet with bereaved families

New Delhi | March 19, 2026 7:21:39 PM IST

Former Delhi Chief Minister and national convener of the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) Arvind Kejriwal on Thursday visited the site of the massive fire in Palam in which nine people died a day ago. ... read..

West Asia conflict: Shia Community in Rajasthan to observe Eid in mourning for Khamenei's death

Jaipur (Rajasthan) | March 19, 2026 7:21:36 PM IST

The ongoing conflict in West Asia and the death of Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Khamenei continue to affect communities in India, with the Shia community in Rajasthan announcing that they will not celebrate Eid this year. ... read..

West Bengal Assembly elections: Left Front releases second list of 32 candidates

Kolkata (West Bengal) | March 19, 2026 7:21:27 PM IST

The Left Front on Thursday released its second list of 32 candidates for the 294 seats West Bengal Assembly elections next month. The announcement comes two days after the alliance declared its first list comprising 192 candidates. ... read..

Delhi HC directs Tamil media outlet to remove defamatory content against Isha Foundation and Sadhguru

New Delhi | March 19, 2026 7:21:34 PM IST

The Delhi High Court on Thursday issued an interim order directing Tamil Media outlet Nakkheeran Media to remove defamatory videos and articles published against Isha Foundation and Sadhguru, as per the release. ... read..

'Sissiborgaon candidate to be announced soon, BJP to begin campaign on March 24': Assam CM

Guwahati (Assam) | March 19, 2026 6:52:24 PM IST

After the BJP released names of all its 88 candidates but one for Assam assembly polls, Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma said that the name for the Sissiborgaon seat will be announced soon, and the party will begin its election campaign on March 24. ... read..

MP: CM Yadav launches third phase of 'Jal Ganga Samvardhan' campaign

Indore (Madhya Pradesh) | March 19, 2026 6:52:14 PM IST

Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav launched the third phase of the 'Jal Ganga Samvardhan Abhiyan' on the occasion of Gudi Padwa (Chaitra Shukla Pratipada) at a state-level program held in Indore on Thursday. ... read..

"Supreme privilege to touch sacred dust of Ayodhya": President Murmu visits Shri Ram Janmbhoomi Mandir

Ayodhya (Uttar Pradesh) | March 19, 2026 6:52:12 PM IST

President Droupadi Murmu on Thursday visited Shri Ram Janmbhoomi Mandir in Ayodhya and had darshan of Ram Lalla, also performing darshan and aarti at various places within the temple complex and conducting the Shri Ram Yantra Sthapana and Pujan, according ... read..

Ahmedabad Crime Branch busts counterfeit currency racket: ?2.38 Crore Fake Notes Seized, 7 Accused Arrested

Ahmedabad (Gujarat) | March 19, 2026 6:52:07 PM IST

Ahmedabad Crime Branch has busted a major counterfeit currency racket and seized fake notes worth Rs 2.38 crore after arresting seven persons, including one woman, who used AI-based platforms like ChatGPT and security thread paper procured from Chinese so ... read..

"We want govt ruled from Chennai, not controlled from Delhi": Saravanan Annadurai on Palaniswami's visit

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | March 19, 2026 6:52:05 PM IST

DMK Spokesperson Saravanan Annadurai on Thursday criticised AIADMK General Secretary Edappadi K Palaniswami's Delhi visit, saying it raises questions about whether Tamil Nadu's government will be ruled from the state capital or controlled from Delhi. ... read..

Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma unveils visionary Rajasthan Mandapam Project

New Delhi | March 19, 2026 6:52:28 PM IST

Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma, on the eve of Rajasthan Diwas, unveiled the pictorial digital views of Rajasthan Mandapam and allied infrastructure through a video presentation at an event held at Rajasthan International Centre, Jaipur. ... read..

Uttam Nagar Police Bandobast must instil safety and security among people: Delhi HC

New Delhi | March 19, 2026 6:51:59 PM IST

The Delhi High court on Thursday said that Police Bandobast must instil safety and security among people. It directed police to keep the arrangement in Uttam Nagar till Ram Navami and increased it if required. The High Court was dealing with a Public Inte ... read..

Congress manifesto to capture imagination of people of Tamil Nadu: Karti Chidambaram

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | March 19, 2026 6:51:54 PM IST

Congress leader Karti Chidambaram on Thursday said that the party will soon release its manifesto for the upcoming Tamil Nadu assembly polls, which the party is contesting in alliance with DMK. ... read..

BIRAC fuels innovation with Rs. 4,200 crore funding across 15 lakh startups and entrepreneurs

New Delhi | March 19, 2026 6:51:50 PM IST

Biotechnology Industry Research Assistance Council (BIRAC), a Public Sector Enterprise set up by the Department of Biotechnology (DBT), marked its 14th Foundation Day, celebrating a decade and a half of catalysing India's biotech startup revolution. ... read..

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