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ED raids in Punjab: Rs 19 lakh seized in immigration fraud
Ludhiana (Punjab) | February 27, 2025 1:42:56 AM IST
The Directorate of Enforcement (ED), Jalandhar Zonal Office, conducted search operations on Monday at five business and residential premises in Ludhiana and Chandigarh, targeting M/s Red Leaf Immigration Private Limited, M/s Overseas Partner Education Con ... read..


Kharge approves appointment of All India Kisan Congress Chairpersons in 4 states
New Delhi | February 27, 2025 1:42:49 AM IST
Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge has approved the appointment of the All India Kisan Congress Chairpersons in four Pradesh Congress Committees with immediate effect. ... read..


"Baseless": Education Ministry slams Sam Pitroda's allegation of hacking during IIT Ranchi interaction
New Delhi | February 27, 2025 1:42:48 AM IST
The Ministry of Education has refuted and condemned the claims of Congress Overseas Chief Sam Pitroda, who alleged that someone hacked his virtual interaction with IIT Ranchi students and objectionable content was played thereafter. ... read..


Expand investigation into CAG revelations on Delhi liquor scam, "those involved in loot" should be punished: Congress
New Delhi | February 26, 2025 11:43:05 PM IST
The Congress on Wednesday demanded expanding the scope of investigation into the Delhi liquor scam following the revelations made in the CAG report that was tabled in the Delhi Vidhan Sabha. ... read..


Bihar: Governor Arif Mohammed Khan witnesses 'Shiv Barat' procession in Patna
Patna (Bihar) | February 26, 2025 11:42:59 PM IST
Bihar Governor Arif Mohammed Khan witnessed the 'Shiv Barat' procession in Patna on the occasion of Maha Shivratri on Wednesday. ... read..


K Sudhakaran should continue as Kerala Pradesh Congress Committee president: Shashi Tharoor
Thiruvananthapuram (Kerala) | February 26, 2025 11:42:52 PM IST
Congress MP Shashi Tharoor on Wednesday extended his support for K Sudhakaran to continue as Kerala Pradesh Congress Committee (KPCC) president, dismissing the need for a leadership change. ... read..


Defining moment in development history of Assam: CM Sarma on Advantage Assam 2.0
Guwahati (Assam) | February 26, 2025 11:13:02 PM IST
The two-day Advantage Assam 2.0 Investment and Infrastructure Summit 2025 on Wednesday concluded with investment commitments in the state totalling Rs 491,500 crore. Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma said that it was the defining moment in the developmen ... read..


Ministry of Ministry of Labour and Employment Secretary chairs EPFO executive committee meeting
New DelhI | February 26, 2025 11:12:57 PM IST
The 112th meeting of the Executive Committee (EC) of the Central Board of Trustees, EPF, was chaired by Sumita Dawra, Secretary (Ministry of Labour and Employment), at the EPFO Head Office in New Delhi on Wednesday. ... read..


NCW takes Suo Motu cognizance of Pune bus rape case, calls for urgent action
New Delhi | February 26, 2025 11:12:56 PM IST
The National Commission for Women (NCW) has taken suo motu cognizance of a distressing incident in which a 26-year-old woman was allegedly raped inside a Shivshahi bus at Pune's Swargate depot, said NCW in a statement. ... read..


Prayagraj: 15.3 million devotees take holy dip at Sangam until 8 pm as Mahakumbh conlcudes on Maha Shivratri
Prayagraj (Uttar Pradesh) | February 26, 2025 11:12:54 PM IST
Prayagraj District Magistrate Ravindra Kumar Mandar said that until 8 pm, 1.53 crore (15.3 million) people took holy dip at the Mahakumbh on Wednesday. ... read..


Union Minister Jitendra Singh reviews research facilities at CSIR-IMTECH, Chandigarh
Chandigarh (Punjab) | February 26, 2025 11:12:52 PM IST
Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science and Technology, Jitendra Singh, inspected the Microbe Repository and other facilities at the CSIR-Institute of Microbial Technology (IMTECH) here and also took an update on the ongoing projects in t ... read..


Haryana Governor Bandaru Dattatreya offers prayers at Lord Shiva temple in Panchkula on Maha Shivaratri
Panchkula (Haryana) | February 26, 2025 11:12:51 PM IST
Haryana Governor Bandaru Dattatreya offered prayers at the Lord Shiva temple in Panchkula district on the occasion of Maha Shivaratri on Wednesday. ... read..


Dy CM Ajit Pawar calls Pune bus rape "shameful and infuriating", orders Police Commissioner for "immediate arrest"
Mumbai (Maharashtra) | February 26, 2025 11:12:49 PM IST
Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar on Tuesday condemned the rape of a 26-year-old woman at Pune's Swargate bus depot, calling the incident shameful, painful, and infuriating. ... read..


Isha Maha Shivratri festival is a Maha Kumbh of devotion: Union Home Minister Amit Shah
Coimbatore (Tamil Nadu) | February 26, 2025 11:12:46 PM IST
The Maha Shivratri festival was held on a grand scale on Wednesday at the Isha Yoga Center in Coimbatore. Union Home Minister Amit Shah, who attended as the special guest, praised the "Isha Maha Shivratri festival as a Maha Kumbh of devotion". ... read..


NTA set to conduct CUET PG from March 13 to April 1
New Delhi | February 26, 2025 11:12:44 PM IST
The National Testing Agency (NTA) is set to hold the Common University Entrance Test (Postgraduate) or CUET (PG) from March 13 to April 1 across 43 shifts for 157 subjects, the University Grants Commission (UGC) said on Wednesday. ... read..


Amit Shah lauds Sadhguru's 'Save Soil campaign' for his efforts to save environment
Coimbatore (Tamil Nadu) | February 26, 2025 10:43:23 PM IST
On the occasion of Maha Shivratri, Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Wednesday evening lauded Isha Foundation founder Sadhguru Jaggi Vasudev for his efforts to safeguard the environment through the initiative 'Save Soil campaign', which focuses on the soil ... read..


Himachal: Delegation of medical, dental teachers calls on CM Sukhu
Shimla (Himachal Pradesh) | February 26, 2025 10:43:21 PM IST
A delegation of the State Association of Medical and Dental Teachers met Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu at his official residence on Wednesday, a release said. ... read..


"We achieved investment proposals over Rs 4.50 lakh crore": Assam CM
Guwahati (Assam) | February 26, 2025 10:43:19 PM IST
As Advantage Assam 2.0 concludes, Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Wednesday said that the government has been successful in achieving investment proposals and Memorandum of Understandings (MoUs) worth Rs 4.50 lakh crore. ... read..


Lok Sabha Speaker calls for collective efforts to eradicate evils in society
General News | February 26, 2025 10:43:18 PM IST
Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla on Wednesday called for collective efforts to eradicate evils in society, an official statement said. ... read..


Devotees gather in Agartala's Shivbari Temple for Maha Shivaratri celebrations.
Agartala (Tripura) | February 26, 2025 10:43:16 PM IST
Devotees gathered in large numbers at the Shivbari Temple in Agartala to observe the Maha Shivaratri, marking a grand and vibrant event. The temple priest mentioned that the legend of Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati's marriage is associated with this day. ... read..


Left-Right face-off at SAU: SFI, ABVP lock horns over alleged attack
New Delhi | February 26, 2025 10:43:14 PM IST
A clash between two student groups, the Students' Federation of India (SFI) and the Akhil Bharatiya Vidyarthi Parishad (ABVP), erupted at South Asian University (SAU) in New Delhi over food preferences in the university mess. ... read..


J-K: Security arrangements heightened in Reasi following attack on Army vehicle
Reasi (Jammu and Kashmir) | February 26, 2025 10:43:12 PM IST
Security has been heightened in Jammu and Kashmir's Reasi district following a suspected terrorist attack on an army vehicle in the Sunderbani sector of Rajouri on Wednesday. ... read..


Over 6.67 lakh devotees visit Kashi Vishwanath Dham on Maha Shivratri
Varanasi (Uttar Pradesh) | February 26, 2025 10:43:09 PM IST
Shri Kashi Vishwanath Dham witnessed an overwhelming footfall on Tuesday, with 6,67,855 devotees visiting the revered temple for darshan till 7:00 PM on the occasion of Maha Shivratri. ... read..


Mahakumbh concludes: Sacred waters settle, echoes of devotion, leave everlasting imprints in history
Prayagraj (Uttar Pradesh) | February 26, 2025 10:43:08 PM IST
The Mahakumbh 2025 concluded on the auspicious occasion of Maha Shivratri on Wednesday, marking a momentous event filled with spiritual unity, divine energy, and supernatural significance. ... read..


"One Nation, One Election will strengthen democracy, save resources": Tripura CM Saha
Agartala (Tripura) | February 26, 2025 10:43:06 PM IST
Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha on Wednesday said that the 'One Nation, One Election' move will significantly help in strengthening democracy, boosting voter turnout and engagement, and also provide economic benefits. ... read..


DRDO, Indian Navy successfully conduct flight trials of first-of-its-kind Naval Anti-Ship Missile
New Delhi | February 26, 2025 10:43:04 PM IST
The Defence Research & Development Organisation (DRDO) and the Indian Navy carried out successful flight trials of the first-of-its-kind Naval Anti-Ship missile (NASM-SR) from the Integrated Test Range (ITR), Chandipur on February 25, said the Ministr ... read..


GainBitcoin Scam: CBI seizes cryptocurrencies worth Rs 23.94 crores
New Delhi | February 26, 2025 10:42:59 PM IST
The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI), using in-house capabilities, seized significant incriminating evidence and virtual digital assets, unravelling the extent of the cryptocurrency fraud following nationwide searches conducted on February 25-26 in c ... read..


Delhi court convicts father-son-duo in rape and murder of 7-year-old girl
New Delhi | February 26, 2025 10:42:57 PM IST
Delhi's Tis Hazari court has convicted a father-son-duo in a case of kidnapping, rape and murder of a 7-year-old girl in 2019. ... read..


Delhi Police busts gang of fraudsters, arrests two fake website developers
New Delhi | February 26, 2025 10:12:53 PM IST
Delhi Police on Wednesday claimed to have busted a gang of fraudsters involved in a mobile tower scam after arresting the two people. ... read..


Delhi Court acquits army official accused of rape on pretext of marriage
New Delhi | February 26, 2025 10:12:48 PM IST
Delhi's Karkardooma Court has acquitted an army official accused of raping a woman under the pretext of marriage. ... read..


Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal to chair post-budget Industry meet on Feb 27
New Delhi | February 26, 2025 10:12:56 PM IST
Union Minister of Ports, Shipping and Waterways, Sarbananda Sonowal will chair a high-level industry consultation in Mumbai on Thursday. The event will bring together industry leaders, government officials, and stakeholders to discuss key maritime sector ... read..


"I apologise for being unable to speak the world's oldest language, Tamil": Shah at Isha Foundation's Mahashivratri celebrations
Coimbatore (Tamil Nadu) | February 26, 2025 10:12:44 PM IST
Amid the alleged Hindi imposition row in Tamil Nadu, Union Home Minister Amit Shah here on Wednesday "apologised" for not being able to speak the "world's oldest language." ... read..


Vice-President Jagdeep Dhankhar to visit West Bengal on Feb 28
New Delhi | February 26, 2025 9:42:46 PM IST
Vice-President Jagdeep Dhankhar will be on a one-day tour of West Bengal on February 28, said an an official statement from the Vice President's Secretariat. ... read..


"DMK has been spreading false news.." BJP leader N Ramchander Rao on delimitation
Hyderabad (Telangana) | February 26, 2025 9:12:56 PM IST
Amid the Lok Sabha delimitation issue in Tamil Nadu, BJP leader N Ramchander Rao on Wednesday alleged that the ruling Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) has been "spreading false news" and accused Chief Minister MK Stalin of "misleading people". ... read..


Tripura: Ancient 'Dhak' tradition continues at Mata Tripureshwari temple
Agartala (Tripura) | February 26, 2025 9:12:52 PM IST
In the sacred premises of Mata Tripureshwari Temple, the rhythmic beats of the dhak continue to echo, preserving an age-old tradition that dates back to the time of the kings. Gopal Rishi Das, a devoted dhak player, carries forward the legacy of his ances ... read..


Punjab, Haryana HC halts auction of industrial plot by HSIIDC in IMT Bawal, Rewari
New Delhi | February 26, 2025 9:12:49 PM IST
The Punjab and Haryana High Court has barred Haryana State Industrial and Infrastructure Development Corporation Limited (HSIIDC) from conducting the auction of an industrial plot at IMT Bawal in the state's Rewari city. ... read..


Delhi: Minor short circuit leads to fire at cinema hall in Saket's Select Citywalk Mall; no casualties
New Delhi | February 26, 2025 8:42:52 PM IST
A minor short circuit led to a small fire at the cinema hall in Saket's Select Citywalk Mall on Wednesday, an official said. The fire was brought under control. ... read..


"Battle for supremacy between BJP and JDU": Congress' Supriya Shrinate on Bihar cabinet expansion
New Delhi | February 26, 2025 8:42:51 PM IST
Terming the Bihar cabinet expansion a "diversion tactic", Congress leader Supriya Shrinate on Wednesday said that there is a "battle for supremacy" between Bharatiya Janata Party and Janata Dal (United). ... read..


"Unprecedented in history, unforgettable," CM Yogi Aditynath celebrates end of grand Maha Kumbh festival
Prayagraj (Uttar Pradesh) | February 26, 2025 8:42:47 PM IST
The grand festival of faith, Maha Kumbh concluded with the final 'snan' on the auspicious occasion of Maha Shivratri in Prayagraj on Wednesday. ... read..


Srinagar Police arrest 4 highway robbers impersonating as police commandos
Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir) | February 26, 2025 8:42:46 PM IST
Srinagar Police on Wednesday cracked down on a gang of highway robbers who were impersonating police commandos to loot trucks during nighttime. ... read..


"Nothing much about any political controversy...": Shashi Tharoor amid buzz over his remarks
Thiruvananthapuram (Kerala) | February 26, 2025 8:42:44 PM IST
Congress MP Shashi Tharoor on Wednesday said he has not understood the controversy over his remarks made last week, saying that it was a conversation about life and "nothing there much about any political controversy". ... read..


"Nothing about any political controversy...": Shashi Tharoor amid buzz over his podcast
Thiruvananthapuram (Kerala) | February 26, 2025 8:12:46 PM IST
Congress MP Shashi Tharoor on Wednesday refuted the alleged controversy over his remarks in a podcast to an English daily, saying that it was a 45-minute conversation about life and nothing about any political controversy. ... read..


Telangana minister outlines "concrete plan" to minimise risk for rescuers at SLBC tunnel
Nagarkurnool (Telangana) | February 26, 2025 8:12:45 PM IST
Telangana Minister Uttam Kumar Reddy on Tuesday provided an update on the ongoing rescue operations at the Srisailam Left Bank Canal (SLBC) tunnel collapse site and said that officials had come up with a full proof plan to minimise the risk for the rescue ... read..


Animal Welfare Board of India to honour champions of Animal Protection on February 27
New Delhi | February 26, 2025 7:43:07 PM IST
The Animal Welfare Board of India (AWBI) has announced its Prani Mitra and Jeev Daya Award Ceremony, scheduled to be held at Vigyan Bhawan, New Delhi, on February 27, said an official release on Wednesday. ... read..


Telangana CM Revanth Reddy urges PM Modi to clear Hyderabad Metro Rail Phase-II project, approve Semiconductor Mission
New Delhi | February 26, 2025 7:42:57 PM IST
Chief Minister Revanth Reddy urged Prime Minister Narendra Modi to grant permission for Hyderabad Metro Rail Phase-II, which is being taken up to connect all the areas in the Hyderabad metropolitan city, said an official statement from the Chief Minister' ... read..


MCD takes action: Teacher, Principal suspended over student slap incident in Shahdara
New Delhi | February 26, 2025 7:42:52 PM IST
The Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) has suspended a teacher and the principal of an MCD school in Rajiv Nagar-2, Shahdara North Zone, following an incident where a class 1 student was slapped earlier on February 17. ... read..


JMM leader Mahua Maji hospitalised after accident in Ranchi while returning from Mahakumbh
Ranchi (Jharkhand) | February 26, 2025 7:42:48 PM IST
Jharkhand Mukti Morcha (JMM) MP Mahua Maji was admitted at Orchid Medical Centre in Ranchi on Wednesday after she met with an accident near Jharkhand's Latehar while returning from the Mahakumbh in Prayagraj. ... read..


Delhi: Fire breaks out in cinema hall at Select Citywalk Mall, no casualties reported
New Delhi | February 26, 2025 7:12:52 PM IST
A small fire broke out in the screen of the Auditorium-3 of the cinema hall located in Select Citywalk Mall in Saket on Wednesday. ... read..


Uttarakhand leading way in industrial growth
Dehradun (Uttarakhand) | February 26, 2025 7:12:49 PM IST
Uttarakhand is emerging as a rapidly growing economic hub, playing a vital role in India's rise as one of the world's fastest-growing economies. ... read..


"Sam Pitroda indulged in anti-India activities," alleges Union Minister Pralhad Joshi
Hubballi (Karnataka) | February 26, 2025 7:12:44 PM IST
Reacting to Congress Overseas Chief Sam Pitroda's statement on China, Union Minister Pralhad Joshi on Wednesday alleged that the latter is also indulged in "anti-India activities." ... read..


Assam CM highlights investment boost at Advantage Assam 2.0, says "challenge will be to convert MoUs into reality"
Guwahati (Assam) | February 26, 2025 7:12:42 PM IST
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma emphasized the enthusiasm surrounding Advantage Assam 2.0, highlighting the significant number of Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) signed during the event. However, he noted that the real challenge lies in trans ... read..


"Attempting to enter Rajya Sabha through backdoor": BJP MP Anurag Thakur attacks Arvind Kejriwal
New Delhi | February 26, 2025 6:43:24 PM IST
Calling AAP national convener Arvind Kejriwal the "kingpin" of liquor scam, BJP MP Anurag Thakur on Wednesday said that he attempting to enter Rajya Sabha through the "backdoor." ... read..


J-K: Cordon, search operation underway in Rajouri following attack on Army vehicle
Rajouri (Jammu and Kashmir) | February 26, 2025 6:43:16 PM IST
Cordon and search operations are underway in the forest area of the Sunderbani sector in Rajouri following an attack on an Army vehicle on Wednesday. ... read..


Assam Minister Pijush Hazarika attends start-up ecosystems session at Advantage Assam 2.0
General News | February 26, 2025 6:43:10 PM IST
Assam Water Resources Minister Pijush Hazarika on Wednesday participated in the start-up ecosystems session at the ongoing Advantage Assam 2.0 summit, where he outlined the Assam Startup and Innovation Policy 2025, which offers various financial incentive ... read..


Centre opposes plea in SC seeking lifetime ban on convicted politicians
New Delhi | February 26, 2025 6:43:08 PM IST
The central government on Wednesday filed an affidavit in the Supreme Court opposing a plea seeking a lifetime ban on convicted politicians from contesting elections. ... read..


"Assam remains key player in India's energy sector": CM Himanta Biswa Sarma
Guwahati, (Assam) | February 26, 2025 6:43:06 PM IST
Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Wednesday said that Assam remains a key player in India's energy sector and is witnessing significant infrastructural advancements. ... read..


YSRCP slams coalition govt for denying opposition status
Tadepalli(Andhra Pradesh) | February 26, 2025 6:43:02 PM IST
YSRCP MLC Lella Appi Reddy criticised the coalition government for its authoritarian stance in "denying" YSRCP principal opposition status in the Andhra Pradesh Assembly, a release said. ... read..


Arunachal Pradesh has potential to generate 50,000 MW of power: Jagdeep Dhankhar
Itanagar (Arunachal Pradesh) | February 26, 2025 6:43:00 PM IST
Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar on Wednesday said that Arunachal Pradesh has the potential to generate 50,000 MW of power. ... read..


"Pace of work will be high": Bihar Minister Jibesh Kumar
Patna (Bihar) | February 26, 2025 6:42:58 PM IST
After Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar expanded his cabinet, Bihar Minister Jibesh Kumar on Wednesday thanked Prime Minister Narendra Modi and said that the pace of the work will be high in the state. ... read..


CBSE issues addendum to Class X board exam policy, will continue to offer all languages for 2025-26 session
New Delhi | February 26, 2025 6:13:08 PM IST
The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) on Wednesday issued an addendum to the draft policy for the conduct of two board exams in Class X, clarifying that all the languages will continue to be offered for the 2025-26 academic session. ... read..


We will contest Bihar polls under leadership of Nitish Kumar, form government again: Shahnawaz Hussain
New Delhi | February 26, 2025 6:13:06 PM IST
BJP leader Syed Shahnawaz Hussain has backed Nishant Kumar's remarks about making his father Nitish Kumar Chief Ministerial face again for the assembly polls in Bihar later this year, saying that JD-U chief is one of the most experienced leaders and the s ... read..


Delhi CM Rekha Gupta to propose Mohan Singh Bisht's name for Dy Speaker post tomorrow
New Delhi | February 26, 2025 6:13:01 PM IST
Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta will propose the name of BJP MLA Mohan Singh Bisht for the post of Deputy Speaker of the Delhi Assembly on Thursday. ... read..


"Kejriwal can't live without power": Union Minister Ravneet Bittu on AAP nominee for Ludhiana West bypoll
New Delhi | February 26, 2025 6:12:58 PM IST
Amid speculations of Aam Admi party national convenor Arvind Kejriwal seeking a Rajya Sabha seat, Union Minister of State for Railways Ravneet Singh Bittu said that Kejriwal "can't live without power". ... read..


Pune Police identifies accused in rape incident at Swargate Bus Stand, making all efforts to nab him
Pune (Maharashtra) | February 26, 2025 6:12:51 PM IST
The Pune Police have launched a manhunt for a man accused of raping a 26-year-old woman near a parked bus in Swargate. The accused, identified as Dattatray Ramdas Gade, is currently absconding, and efforts are underway to trace him, officials said. ... read..


SLBC Tunnel Collapse: Rat miners face challenges in ongoing rescue operation
Nagarkurnool (Telangana) | February 26, 2025 6:12:49 PM IST
A team of expert miners, known for their crucial role in the Uttarkashi tunnel rescue in Uttarakhand, has been deployed to rescue workers trapped inside the collapsed SLBC (Srisailam Left Bank Canal) tunnel in Telangana. ... read..


Indian Navy files case over Rs 78 cr financial wrongdoings in Mumbai defence forces' club
Mumbai (Maharashtra) | February 26, 2025 6:12:47 PM IST
The Indian Navy has filed a case with the Mumbai Police in allegations of financial wrongdoings of around Rs 78 crore in the United Services Club located in the Colaba area in Mumbai. ... read..


Water wastage: Bengaluru water board registers 112 cases, collects fine worth Rs 5.60 lakh
Bengaluru (Karnataka) | February 26, 2025 6:12:44 PM IST
The Bangalore Water Supply and Sewerage Board (BWSSB) has intensified its campaign against the unnecessary wastage of drinking water, registering 112 cases in the past week and collecting fines amounting to Rs 5.60 lakh, an official said. ... read..


Nitish Kumar expands Bihar cabinet, seven BJP MLAs take oath
Patna (Bihar) | February 26, 2025 5:43:16 PM IST
As Bihar gears up for assembly polls later this year, Chief Minister Nitish Kumar on Wednesday expanded his cabinet with seven Bharatiya Janata Party MLAs taking oath as ministers. ... read..


"This is NDA's government. We will do Nyaya to all states": BJP's K Annamalai on delimitation
Coimbatore (Tamil Nadu) | February 26, 2025 5:43:15 PM IST
Amid the Lok Sabha delimitation issue in Tamil Nadu, Tamil Nadu unit BJP President K Annamalai on Tuesday slammed Chief Minister MK Stalin, accusing him of speaking "lies" one after another. Annamalai assured that the NDA government will do justice to all ... read..


CM Pushkar Dhami wishes peace, prosperity for state on Maha Shivratri
Khatima (Uttarakhand) | February 26, 2025 5:43:11 PM IST
Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami, along with his wife, on Wednesday, on the occasion of Maha Shivratri offered prayers at Shri Vankhandi Mahadev Shiva Temple in Khatima city. ... read..


IAF conducts air show over Maha Kumbh Mela Kshetra on concluding day
Prayagraj (Uttar Pradesh) | February 26, 2025 5:43:09 PM IST
The Indian Air Force (IAF) conducted a spectacular air show over the Maha Kumbh Mela Kshetra on the final day of the 45-day-long religious gathering in Prayagraj. ... read..


Delhi: Thousands of devotees throng Gauri Shankar Temple in Chandani Chowk on Maha Shivratri
New Delhi | February 26, 2025 5:43:08 PM IST
Thousands of devotees thronged the Pracheen Gauri Shankar Temple in Chandani Chowk in the national capital on the occasion of Maha Shivratri on Wednesday. ... read..


Manipur: Security forces destroy 35 acres of poppy cultivation in Kangpokpi
Kangpokpi (Manipur) | February 26, 2025 5:43:06 PM IST
Security Forces along with the Forest Division identified and destroyed illicit poppy plantations at the Hill Ranges of the Naphai area in the Kangpokpi district, said officials on Wednesday. ... read..


Madhya Pradesh: President Murmu graces mass wedding ceremony at Chhatarpur
New Delhi | February 26, 2025 5:43:04 PM IST
President Droupadi Murmu graced a Mass Wedding ceremony organised by Shri Bageshwar Jan Seva Samiti at Gadha in Madhya Pradesh's Chhatarpur on Wednesday, said an official statement by President's Secretariat. ... read..


Ahmedabad: Devotees hold grand 6.25 km long Nagar Shobha Yatra of Goddess Bhadrakali on Maha Shivratri
Ahmedabad (Gujarat) | February 26, 2025 5:42:56 PM IST
A grand 6.25 km long Nagar Shobha Yatra of Goddess Bhadrakali was held in Ahmedabad city on the occasion of Maha Shivratri. ... read..


Four killed in truck-MUV collision in Chhattisgarh's Surguja
Surguja (Chhattisgarh) | February 26, 2025 5:12:56 PM IST
At least four people have been killed and six others were injured in a road accident that took place in the Surguja district of Chhattisgarh, police said on Wednesday. ... read..


Sarbananda Sonowal unveils Rs 4,800 cr plan to transform Assam's Inland Waterways at Advantage Assam 2.0
Guwahati (Assam) | February 26, 2025 5:12:47 PM IST
Union Minister of Ports, Shipping and Waterways, Sarbananda Sonowal on Wednesday announced an investment of more than Rs 4,800 crore to transform the inland waterways sector of the state at the Advantage Assam 2.0 in Guwahati. ... read..


Telangana CM Revath Reddy meets PM Modi in Delhi
New Delhi | February 26, 2025 4:43:02 PM IST
Telangana Chief Minister Revanth Reddy met Prime Minister Narendra Modi in the national capital on Wednesday. ... read..


"Seven BJP MLAs will become ministers today": BJP leader Neeraj Kumar Singh
Patna (Bihar) | February 26, 2025 4:42:53 PM IST
Ahead of Bihar Cabinet expansion, BJP MLA Neeraj Kumar Singh Bablu on Wednesday said that seven BJP MLAs are expected to become ministers today who will work towards the development of the state. ... read..


Jharkhand: Clash breaks out in Hazaribagh's Ichak over use of sound system
Hazaribagh (Jharkhand) | February 26, 2025 4:42:47 PM IST
A scuffle broke out in Hazaribagh's Ichak area over the use of a sound system. The situation escalated into stone pelting, but authorities quickly stepped in, an official said on Wednesday. ... read..


Delhi Airport to operate at full capacity before festive season after refurbishment of Terminal-2
New Delhi | February 26, 2025 4:42:45 PM IST
The Delhi Airport will operate at its full capacity of handling around 109 million passengers annually by the end of this year. ... read..


"Nation can never forget his invaluable contribution": PM Modi pays tribute to Veer Savarkar on death anniversary
New Delhi | February 26, 2025 4:12:51 PM IST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday paid tribute to Hindutva ideologue Veer Savarkar on his death anniversary and said that the nation can never forget his "invaluable contribution." ... read..


Uttarakhand's development drive: Enhanced connectivity, economic growth, and infrastructure expansion
Dehradun (Uttarakhand) | February 26, 2025 3:42:54 PM IST
Uttarakhand, renowned for its majestic Himalayan landscapes and deep-rooted spiritual significance, is undergoing rapid development with transformative infrastructure projects aimed at boosting connectivity, energy, and economic growth. ... read..


"I saw pride of India": Vice President Dhankhar at Joint Mega Nyokum Yullo Celebration in Arunachal Pradesh
Kamle (Arunachal Pradesh) | February 26, 2025 3:42:51 PM IST
Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar on Wednesday said that he saw the "pride of India" in the tribes of Arunachal Pradesh. ... read..


'Somnath has come to bless everyone,' says spiritual leader Sri Sri Ravishankar
Bengaluru (Karnataka) | February 26, 2025 3:42:48 PM IST
On the auspicious occasion of Mahashivratri, which coincides with the concluding day of the Maha Kumbh, spiritual leader Sri Sri Ravishankar highlighted the significance of the day, emphasising the spiritual fervour witnessed across the country. ... read..


ED attaches 30 assets worth Rs 7.98-cr in illegal export of psychotropic substances case
New Delhi | February 26, 2025 3:13:20 PM IST
The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has attached 22 immovable and eight movable properties worth Rs. 7.98 crore in a money laundering case related to the illegal export of psychotropic substances, the agency said on Wednesday. ... read..


'We will try our best to rescue all 8 trapped workers': Jaypee Group founder Jaiprakash Gaur
Nagarkurnool (Telangana) | February 26, 2025 3:13:16 PM IST
Jaypee Group founder Jaiprakash Gaur on Wednesday said efforts are underway to rescue all eight workers trapped in the collapsed Srisailam Left Bank Canal (SLBC) tunnel. ... read..


Anil Vij claims BJP's popularity has forced other parties out of Ambala elections
Ambala (Haryana) | February 26, 2025 3:13:00 PM IST
Haryana Minister Anil Vij commented on the upcoming municipal council elections in Haryana on Wednesday, saying that all national and regional parties, including Congress, have opted out of the race. ... read..


Terrorists open fire at Army Vehicle in Rajouri
Rajouri (Jammu and Kashmir) | February 26, 2025 3:12:54 PM IST
Terrorists opened fire at an army vehicle in the Sunderbani Sector area in Jammu and Kashmir's Rajouri, officials said. ... read..


Security forces recover 48 illegal weapons in Manipur
Assam (Dispur) | February 26, 2025 3:12:49 PM IST
In a coordinated effort to curb illegal arms possession, the Indian Army and Assam Rifles, under the aegis of the Spear Corps, along with Manipur Police and the state administration, facilitated the surrender of 48 weapons in Manipur on February 25. ... read..


"Emerging as a political force," says Actor Vijay as his party TVK celebrates first anniversary
Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | February 26, 2025 2:43:24 PM IST
Actor Vijay's party Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam completed its one-year anniversary on Wednesday. Jan Suraj Chief Prashant Kishor attended the celebration. Kishor is an advisor to Vijay who is aiming to displace the two Dravidian Parties in the next assembly ... read..


Capability assessment workshop on drones and autonomous systems concludes at IIT Kanpur
Kanpur (Uttar Pradesh) | February 26, 2025 2:43:19 PM IST
A workshop on drones and autonomous systems at IIT Kanpur, held in collaboration with MP-IDSA, brought together experts from the government, military, and industry to discuss India's progress in drone technology and the steps needed to strengthen its ecos ... read..


KT Rama Rao supports Stalin's stand on delimitation, proposes new approach
Hyderabad (Telangana) | February 26, 2025 2:43:13 PM IST
The Working President of the Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) and MLA from Siricilla, KT Rama Rao, voiced strong support for Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin's opposition to the proposed delimitation process, arguing that southern states should not be pe ... read..


Lokayukta probe doesn't deny irregularities, Congress involved in land grabbing: Rajeev Chandrasekhar on MUDA scam
Bengaluru (Karnataka) | February 26, 2025 2:43:06 PM IST
Reacting to the Lokayukta Police giving a clean chit to Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah and his wife in the MUDA scam, BJP leader Rajeev Chandrasekhar on Wednesday said that the investigation does not rule out irregularities in the land allotment. ... read..


AIIMS doctors perform rare surgery to remove extra limbs of teen
General News | February 26, 2025 2:43:05 PM IST
In a ground-breaking medical achievement, doctors at AIIMS Delhi successfully performed a rare surgery on a 17-year-old boy to remove two extra lower limbs hanging from his abdomen. ... read..


Uttarakhand CM Dhami assures preparation underway as Kedarnath Dham to reopen on May 2
Dehradun (Uttarakhand) | February 26, 2025 2:42:52 PM IST
Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Wednesday assured that the state government is engaged in the preparations for the Kedarnath pilgrimage as the temple is set to reopen on May 2. ... read..


Haryana CM Nayab Singh Saini vows to fulfil 21 resolutions ahead of municipal polls
Bhiwani (Haryana) | February 26, 2025 2:42:42 PM IST
Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini on Wednesday expressed confidence ahead of the Municipal Corporation elections, stating that people are eager to support the BJP-led government in the upcoming polls. ... read..


No problem with drinking water in Karnataka: Deputy CM DK Shivakumar
Bengaluru (Karnataka) | February 26, 2025 2:42:41 PM IST
Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar, who also handles the water resources department, said on Wednesday that there is no shortage of drinking water in the state and that the government is also effectively managing irrigation needs. ... read..


Sandeep Dikshit demands wider probe into Delhi Liquor scam, questions BJP-AAP role
New Delhi | February 26, 2025 2:13:01 PM IST
Delhi Congress leader Sandeep Dikshit has called for a broader investigation into the alleged liquor scam linked to the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) government. ... read..


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