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"PM has shown how to act in public's interest": Kiren Rijiju welcomes excise duty cut on petrol, diesel

New Delhi | March 27, 2026 1:21:52 PM IST

Union Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju on Friday praised the Centre's decision to reduce the excise duty on petrol and diesel amid the West Asia crisis, saying that the step shows how to act in the interest of the people during difficult times. ... read..

Ayodhya: 'Surya Tilak' illuminates Ram Lalla's forehead on Ram Navami

Ayodhya (Uttar Pradesh) | March 27, 2026 1:21:45 PM IST

On the occasion of Ram Navami, the Ram Janmabhoomi Temple in Ayodhya on Friday witnessed the 'Surya Tilak' illuminating the forehead of Ram Lalla. ... read..

Yogi Adityanath performs Kanya Pujan on ninth day of Chaitra Navratri in Gorakhpur

Gorakhpur (Uttar Pradesh) | March 27, 2026 1:21:33 PM IST

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Friday performed 'Kanya pujan' on the ninth day of Chaitra Navratri in Gorakhpur. He extended his heartfelt greetings to the people of the state, highlighting the significance of the ninth day of Navratri, w ... read..

"No amount of condemnation is enough": J-K CM Omar Abdullah slams 'illegitimate war' on Iran in Assembly session

Jammu (Jammu and Kashmir) | March 27, 2026 12:51:58 PM IST

Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Friday strongly condemned the ongoing conflict involving Iran, calling it an "illegitimate and illegal war" while raising concerns over its humanitarian and regional impact during the J-K Legislative Assem ... read..

Decision to cut excise duty on fuels driven by opposition's pressure: DMK's Ezhilan Naganathan

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | March 27, 2026 12:51:56 PM IST

Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) leader Ezhilan Naganathan on Friday said the government's decision to slash excise duties on petrol and diesel was driven by mounting pressure from opposition parties and the upcoming elections. ... read..

"Brings much-needed relief to citizens": Amit Shah hails excise duty cut on fuels

New Delhi | March 27, 2026 12:51:55 PM IST

Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Friday hailed Prime Minister Narendra Modi after the Centre slashed excise duty on petrol and diesel. ... read..

"Relief exists but only in the narrative - not in reality": Pawan Khera on Centre's excise duty cut on petrol, diesel

New Delhi | March 27, 2026 12:51:48 PM IST

Congress leader Pawan Khera criticised the Centre's decision to slash excise duty on petrol and diesel, claiming that the move offers no real relief to consumers and is merely an exercise in narrative-building. ... read..

"MLAs have right because they are part of govt": DK Shivakumar on Congress MLA's IPL ticket demand

Bengaluru (Karnataka) | March 27, 2026 12:51:42 PM IST

Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar on Friday defended the demand by Congress MLAs for VIP tickets to IPL matches, saying they were entitled to them as they were part of the government. ... read..

"Historic step": BJP's Jai Ram Thakur hails excise duty cut on fuels; slams Himachal govt for increasing taxes

Shimla (Himachal Pradesh) | March 27, 2026 12:51:40 PM IST

Amid rising global uncertainty due to the ongoing conflict in the Middle East, the Government of India's decision to slash import duty on petrol and diesel has drawn political reactions, with Leader of the Opposition and former Himachal Pradesh Chief Mini ... read..

"Historic decision": Uttarakhand CM Dhami hails excise duty cut on fuels

Dehradun (Uttarakhand) | March 27, 2026 12:22:04 PM IST

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Friday hailed Prime Minister Narendra Modi after the Centre slashed excise duty on petrol and diesel. ... read..

'Kaun Banega Crorepati' fame woman tehsildar held in relation to flood relief scam in MP's Sheopur

Sheopur (Madhya Pradesh) | March 27, 2026 12:22:03 PM IST

A woman tesildar who gained fame after participating in the television show 'Kaun Banega Crorepati' was arrested for her alleged involvement in a flood relief scam that took place in Sheopur district, an official said. ... read..

Andhra Minister P Narayana assures action on Markapuram road accident

Nellore (Andhra Pradesh) | March 27, 2026 12:21:59 PM IST

Andhra Pradesh Minister Ponguru Narayana asserted that the tragic road accident in Markapuram, which claimed the lives of 13 people, is being taken very seriously by the state government. ... read..

"I like it because they show so much interest in sports": G Parameshwara after Congress MLA's IPL ticket demand

Bengaluru (Karnataka) | March 27, 2026 12:21:58 PM IST

Karnataka Home Minister G Parameshwara on Friday spoke about the demand from legislators for complimentary IPL tickets, stating that it is now up to the Speaker's office and the concerned sports organisations to take further action. ... read..

"Good decision in challenging times": Union Minister Dharmendra Pradhan hails excise duty cut on fuels

New Delhi | March 27, 2026 12:21:51 PM IST

Union Minister Dharmendra Pradhan on Friday hailed Prime Minister Narendra Modi after the Centre slashed excise duty on petrol and diesel, highlighting its positive impact on the public. ... read..

Delhi High Court indicates interim protection for Mohanlal's personality rights

New Delhi | March 27, 2026 12:21:43 PM IST

The Delhi High Court on Friday indicated that it is likely to pass interim directions to safeguard the personality rights of Malayalam actor Mohanlal. ... read..

Jammu and Kashmir Assembly: Scuffle breaks out between Congress MLA Irfan Hafiz Lone and BJP MLA Yudvir Sethi

Jammu (Jammu and Kashmir) | March 27, 2026 12:21:41 PM IST

A scuffle broke out between Congress MLA Irfan Hafiz Lone and BJP MLA Yudvir Sethi in the J&K Assembly after Congress MLAs raised slogans against PM Modi. BJP MLA called Rahul Gandhi 'Pappu'. Assembly adjourned briefly. ... read..

BJP leaders hail excise duty cuts on petrol, diesel as major relief for commoners

New Delhi | March 27, 2026 11:51:46 AM IST

In a major move aimed at providing relief to citizens amid global energy price volatility, the Centre on Friday reduced excise duty on petrol to ?3 per litre from ?13 and on diesel to zero from ?10, a decision hailed by several senior leaders for its focu ... read..

"Hardeep Singh Puri's statement is as if he is taking money from his own pocket and giving it": Manish Tewari slams excise duty cut on petrol, diesel

New Delhi | March 27, 2026 11:51:42 AM IST

Congress MP Manish Tewari on Friday criticised the Centre's decision to reduce excise duty on petrol and diesel, particularly challenging Union Minister Hardeep Singh Puri's statements about the government's efforts to reduce taxes. ... read..

Telangana CM participates in Bhumi Pooja for Sri Sita Ramachandra Temple during Kalyana Mahotsavam

Bhadradri Kothagudem (Telangana) | March 27, 2026 2:21:54 PM IST

Telangana Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy on Friday participated in the Bhumi Pooja of the Sita Ramachandra Swamy temple in Bhadrachalam during the Sri Sita Rama Kalyana Mahotsavam being organised by the state government. ... read..

Uttarakhand CM Dhami expresses grief over bus accident on Haldwani-Pithoragarh route

Dehradun (Uttarakhand) | March 27, 2026 11:51:35 AM IST

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Friday expressed his grief over a bus accident on the Haldwani to Pithoragarh route. ... read..

Tamil Nadu: NTK's Jallikattu Rajesh launches campaign with Mavadi Kulam Lake cleaning drive ahead of Assembly elections

Tiruchirappalli (Tamil Nadu) | March 27, 2026 11:21:57 AM IST

Naam Tamilar Katchi (NTK) party candidate from the Thiruverumbur constituency, Jallikattu Rajesh, on Friday began his campaign by participating in the cleaning drive of hyacinth in the Mavadi Kulam lake. ... read..

Uttarakhand govt announces Rs 2 crore subsidy to boost regional film industry

Dehradun (Uttarakhand) | March 27, 2026 11:21:56 AM IST

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Friday praised the new film policy announced by the state government, which provides a subsidy of up to Rs two crore to promote film production in regional languages. ... read..

DAC likely to clear major deals for S-400, Unmanned Combat Jets, BrahMos cruise missiles; transport aircraft today

New Delhi | March 27, 2026 11:21:53 AM IST

The Defence Acquisition Council (DAC) is likely to give its nod to several major programmes aimed at strengthening the armed forces, including proposals to acquire 60 Medium Transport Aircraft and five more units of the S-400 air defence systems. ... read..

"We are not self-reliant": Congress' Sukhdeo Bhagat slams Centre after excise duty cut on petrol, diesel announced amid West Asia conflict

New Delhi | March 27, 2026 11:21:51 AM IST

As the Centre slashes excise duty on petrol and diesel, Congress MP Sukhdeo Bhagat on Friday slammed the Narendra Modi government, saying that it didn't reduce prices when the oil prices had gone down in the international market. He claimed that India doe ... read..

J-K: National Conference MLAs protest in assembly, express solidarity with Iran over killing of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei

Jammu (Jammu and Kashmir) | March 27, 2026 11:21:48 AM IST

National Conference (JKNC) MLAs staged a protest inside and outside the Jammu and Kashmir Assembly, expressing solidarity with Iran over the killing of former Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. ... read..

Uttarakhand: One killed, several injured after bus loses control in Bhowali

Dehradun (Uttarakhand) | March 27, 2026 11:21:46 AM IST

A bus lost control and overturned near Khupi village area near Bhowali in Uttarakhand's Nainital district on Friday morning, killing one passenger and injuring several others, officials said. ... read..

Kerala CM highlights state Government's schemes ahead of assembly polls

Thrissur (Kerala) | March 27, 2026 11:21:41 AM IST

Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan on Friday highlighted the impact of the LIFE (Livelihood Inclusion and Financial Empowerment) Mission, a flagship housing scheme launched in 2016 to provide homes for the landless and homeless. ... read..

Ram Navami fervour sweeps through Ayodhya as devotees gather in thousands

Ayodhya (Uttar Pradesh) | March 27, 2026 10:51:44 AM IST

Ayodhya witnessed an overwhelming influx of devotees on the occasion of Ram Navami, as thousands arrived from far-flung regions to participate in the religious rituals with immense enthusiasm. ... read..

UP: People queue for fuel with canisters in Lakhimpur Kheri even as Govt appealed against panic buying

Lakhimpur Kheri (Uttar Pradesh) | March 27, 2026 10:51:33 AM IST

People were seen queued up in Uttar Pradesh's Lakhimpur Kheri on Friday with canisters to buy fuel even after the Central government has appealed to citizens to avoid panic buying of petrol, diesel, and LPG. ... read..

"Decision will provide relief to common man": BJP's Ramchander Rao welcomes excise duty cut on petrol, diesel

Hyderabad (Telangana) | March 27, 2026 10:51:28 AM IST

Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) Telangana President N Ramchander Rao on Friday lauded the central government's decision to slash excise duties on petrol and diesel. ... read..

PM Modi seek blessings for devotees from Goddess Siddhidatri on ninth day of Chaitra Navratri

New Delhi | March 27, 2026 10:21:56 AM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday prayed for the blessings of Goddess Siddhidatri to be bestowed on her worshippers, on the ninth day of Chaitra Navratri, dedicated to the Goddess. ... read..

"Gas grandly promised by Mr Modi has remained just that--gas": Jairam Ramesh slams India's dependency on energy imports

New Delhi | March 27, 2026 10:21:54 AM IST

Congress leader Jairam Ramesh on Friday raised concerns over India's increasing dependence on crude oil, LPG, and natural gas imports, despite the Central government's ongoing rhetoric of self-reliance, or Atmanirbharta. ... read..

Commercial LPG price hike: Congress leader Manickam Tagore to move Adjournment motion in house

New Delhi | March 27, 2026 10:21:47 AM IST

Congress leader Manickam Tagore has moved an adjournment motion in the House over the recent hike in commercial LPG cylinder prices, citing its widespread impact on the public and economy. ... read..

"PM Modi is dedicated to the nation...": Union Minister Giriraj Singh welcomes excise duty cut on petrol, diesel

New Delhi | March 27, 2026 10:21:46 AM IST

Union Minister Giriraj Singh on Friday welcomed the reduction in the additional excise duties on petrol and diesel, saying that Prime Minister Narendra Modi is dedicated towards the nation. ... read..

Uttar Pradesh: CM Yogi Adityanath holds 'Janta Darshan' at Gorakhnath temple

Gorakhpur (Uttar Pradesh) | March 27, 2026 9:52:00 AM IST

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath held a Janta Darshan at the Gorakhnath Temple premises in Gorakhpur on Friday, where he engaged with the public and listened to their grievances. ... read..

Mother of missing Merchant Navy Cadet demands CBI probe, meets Odisha Governor

Bhubaneswar (Odisha) | March 27, 2026 9:51:55 AM IST

Rasmita Sahoo Mohapatra, the mother of 22-year-old missing Merchant Navy cadet Sarthak Mohapatra, met with Odisha Governor Hari Babu Kambhampati, urging for a Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) probe for the missing son. ... read..

"He has become intoxicated with power": YCP National Media Spokesperson condemns Pemmasani's speech

Amravati (Andhra Pradeh) | March 27, 2026 9:51:54 AM IST

YCP National Media Spokesperson Shaik Mahaboob Sharief on Friday condemned the remarks of Union Minister Pemmasani Chandra Sekhar on former Andhra Pradesh CM YS Jagan Mohan Reddy, saying that Sekhar has become intoxicated with power and is unworthy of eve ... read..

Ayodhya: Security tightens as devotees gather at Ram Mandir on last day of Chaitra Navratri

Ayodhya (Uttar Pradesh) | March 27, 2026 9:51:47 AM IST

Security has been intensified at the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Temple on Friday as massive crowds of devotees arrive to offer prayers on the occasion of Navami, the ninth day of Chaitra Navratri. ... read..

Relief for Oil Marketing Companies as Government slashes excise duty on petrol, diesel

New Delhi | March 27, 2026 9:51:57 AM IST

The government on Friday slashed excise duties for petrol and diesel bringing them down to Rs 3 per litre of petrol and zero for a litre of diesel. Windfall tax on export of diesel has been set at 21.5 rupees/litre. ... read..

Earthquake of 3.9 magnitude hits Leh, Ladakh

Leh (Ladakh) | March 27, 2026 9:51:42 AM IST

An earthquake of magnitude 3.9 struck Leh, Ladak on Friday, as per a statement by the National Centre for Seismology (NCS). ... read..

'People came, broke our party office, got into fights during rally': BJP's Dilip Ghosh on Basanti Bazar clash

Paschim Medinipur (West Bengal) | March 27, 2026 9:51:40 AM IST

BJP leader Dilip Ghosh on Friday criticised West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee's 15-year rule in the state over the recent clash in the Basanti Bazar area ahead of the upcoming assembly polls, claiming that "people" came and broke his party office ... read..

"Empire of goons, jihadis created under Mamata's leadership," BJP's Biplab Kumar Deb on Basanti Bazar violence

Basanti (West Bengal) | March 27, 2026 9:22:17 AM IST

BJP MP Biplab Kumar Deb has strongly condemned the violence that broke out in the Basanti assembly constituency of South 24 Parganas district during the campaign of party candidate Bikash Sardar near Basanti Bazar, accusing "Jihadis" and goons of orchestr ... read..

J-K: Raghunath Temple in Srinagar celebrates Ram Navami after 36 years

Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir) | March 27, 2026 9:22:14 AM IST

The Raghunath Temple in Srinagar's Habba Kadal marked a momentous occasion as it celebrated Ram Navami after a gap of 36 years, with the temple committee organising a grand celebration. ... read..

MP: Five dead in Gwalior as speeding car collides with auto-rickshaw

Gwalior (Madhya Pradesh) | March 27, 2026 9:22:13 AM IST

Five people were killed while several others were injured after a speeding car collided with an auto-rickshaw near the Jain temple in the Thatipur area of Gwalior, police said on Friday. ... read..

Jharkhand: Minor girl allegedly raped and murdered in Hazaribagh

Hazaribagh (Jharkhand) | March 27, 2026 9:22:08 AM IST

A 12-year-old girl was allegedly raped and murdered in the Bishungarh police station area of Hazaribagh, involving extreme physical violence. ... read..

Devotees throng temples across parts of country on last day of Chaitra Navratri

New Delhi | March 27, 2026 9:22:06 AM IST

Devotees in multiple parts of the country, including Uttar Pradesh, on Friday marked the final and ninth day of Chaitra Navratri, dedicated to Goddess Siddhidatri, with immense religious fervour. ... read..

J-K: Fire breaks out in polymer factory in Budgam

Budgam (Jammu and Kashmir) | March 27, 2026 8:52:26 AM IST

A fire erupted in a polymer factory located in the Rangreth Industrial Estate, Budgam, the official said on Friday. ... read..

Asaduddin Owaisi to visit Assam on March 2-3: AIUDF President Maulana Badruddin Ajmal

Hojai (Assam) | March 27, 2026 8:52:17 AM IST

All India United Democratic Front (AIUDF) president Maulana Badruddin Ajmal on Friday informed that All India Majlis-e-Ittehadul Muslimeen (AIMIM) chief Asaduddin Owaisi will visit Assam on March 2 and 3. ... read..

Swamijis of 32 Backward Communities demand Shivakumar be made Karnataka CM, warn of protests

Bengaluru (Karnataka) | March 27, 2026 8:21:53 AM IST

Swami Pranavananda has announced that Swamijis from 32 backward communities met DK Shivakumar at his residence four days ago, expressing full support for him and urging the Congress High Command, led by Mallikarjun Kharge, to immediately make him Chief Mi ... read..

Bihar: BJP President Nitin Nabin visits Mahavir Mandir on the occasion of Ram Navami

Patna (Bihar) | March 27, 2026 8:21:50 AM IST

BJP National President Nitin Nabin, along with Mahavir Mandir Secretary Saayan Kunal, offered prayers at the historic Patna Mahavir Mandir at midnight on the occasion of Ram Navami on Thursday. ... read..

"We are certain that NDA will come back to power...": BJP Mahila Morcha's National President Vanathi Srinivasan

Puducherry | March 27, 2026 8:21:48 AM IST

BJP Mahila Morcha's National President Vanathi Srinivasan on Thursday exuded confidence in the victory of the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) in the upcoming Assembly elections in Puducherry. ... read..

Election Commission collaborates with animated character 'Chhota Bheem' for voter awareness campaign in West Bengal

Hyderabad (Telangana) | March 27, 2026 8:21:44 AM IST

The Election Commission has partnered with popular animated character 'Chhota Bheem' to launch a campaign aimed at raising voter awareness ahead of the upcoming West Bengal Assembly elections, scheduled for April 23 and 29, 2026. ... read..

Uttar Pradesh: Fire breaks out at Vishal Mega Mart in Noida, no casualties

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) | March 27, 2026 8:21:42 AM IST

A fire broke out early this morning at Vishal Mega Mart located near Sector 76 metro station under Police Station 49 in Noida, the official said on Friday. ... read..

J-K: Shobha Yatra organised in Jammu on occasion of Ram Navami

Jammu (Jammu and Kashmir) | March 27, 2026 7:21:32 AM IST

A Shobha Yatra was organised in Jammu on Thursday to mark the auspicious occasion of Ram Navami. ... read..

TVK leader Aadhav Arjuna slams DMK for increased crime rate in Tamil Nadu, calls it "corrupt" ahead of polls

Chengalpet (Tamil Nadu) | March 27, 2026 5:21:34 AM IST

Ahead of the Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly elections, Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) leader Aadhav Arjuna on Thursday launched an attack against the ruling Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) over the increase in crimes in the state, calling it a "corrupt p ... read..

Kejriwal accuses BJP of "looting Gujarat", alleges Congress-BJP nexus

Jamnagar (Gujarat) | March 27, 2026 4:51:42 AM IST

Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) National Convener Arvind Kejriwal on Thursday accused the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) of "looting Gujarat" and alleged that the Congress and BJP have been working together to weaken the state. ... read..

Kerala poll battle heats up as Rahul Gandhi alleges BJP-LDF tie-up; Pinarayi Vijayan hits back, calls Congress 'B-team'

Thiruvananthapuram (Kerala) | March 27, 2026 4:51:40 AM IST

A sharp political fight has broken out in Kerala ahead of the Assembly elections, with Rahul Gandhi accusing the CPI(M)-led Left Democratic Front of having a "hidden partnership" with the BJP. Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan rejected the charge and called ... read..

"There is no shortage of any kind": Lucknow DM advises public not to hoard fuel

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) | March 27, 2026 4:51:38 AM IST

District Magistrate of Lucknow, Visakh G Iyer, on Thursday, underscored efforts of the administration to prevent a shortage of fuel in the city, assuring adequate fuel supplies. ... read..

Tamil Nadu: Authorities seize more than 200 cylinders stored without proper permission in Tiruppur

Tiruppur (Tamil Nadu) | March 27, 2026 4:21:32 AM IST

The District Supply Department of Tiruppur seized more than 200 commercial and domestic cylinders stored for sale without proper permission in Thai Mookambigai Nagar near Chamundipuram in Tiruppur on Thursday. ... read..

"Historic result will be in favour of BJP": Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma ahead of polls

Darrang (Assam) | March 27, 2026 3:21:55 AM IST

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Thursday asserted confidence in the victory of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) in the upcoming state Legislative Assembly elections. ... read..

Dilip Ghosh says BJP will form government in West Bengal, slams TMC and Mamata Banerjee

Paschim Medinipur (West Bengal) | March 27, 2026 3:21:53 AM IST

Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) candidate from Kharagpur Sadar, Dilip Ghosh, on Thursday exuded confidence in the party's victory in the upcoming West Bengal Legislative Assembly elections. ... read..

Himachal Pradesh CM Sukhu marks his 62nd birthday with green initiative, plants 'Chinar' sapling

Shimla (Himachal Pradesh) | March 27, 2026 3:21:52 AM IST

Chief Minsiter Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu celebrated his 62nd great enthusiasm and fervour at his official residence, Oak Over, on Thursday. ... read..

"Whatever he wanted to say, he has said in Parliament": Hariprasad slams BJP leaders over digs at Rahul Gandhi's absence from all-party meeting

Bengaluru (Karnataka) | March 27, 2026 2:51:59 AM IST

Congress leader BK Hariprasad on Thursday defended Rahul Gandhi's absence from the all-party meeting on the West Asia crisis on Wednesday and took a dig at BJP, saying Prime Minister Narendra Modi had not addressed the meeting convened by the government. ... read..

Abhishek Banerjee slams BJP over price rise, central funds at Alipurduar roadshow

Alipurduar (West Bengal) | March 27, 2026 2:51:57 AM IST

Trinamool Congress (TMC) MP Abhishek Banerjee held a roadshow from Gopinagar Grounds to Bhutan Gate in Kalchini, Alipurduar, West Bengal, on Thursday. ... read..

Uttarakhand CM Dhami performs Kanya Pujan with wife at residence; extends wishes on Ram Navami

Dehradun (Uttarakhand) | March 27, 2026 2:51:55 AM IST

On the auspicious occasion of Ram Navami, Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami, along with his wife Geeta Dhami, performed Kanya Pujan at his residence and honoured young girls as embodiments of the Devi. Following traditional customs, he served them food a ... read..

J-K: Vehicular traffic disrupted on NH-44 in Ramban due to rolling down of boulders on bank of Chenab

Ramban (Jammu and Kashmir) | March 27, 2026 2:51:52 AM IST

Vehicular traffic on the Jammu-Srinagar National Highway (NH44) was disrupted in Ramban on Thursday since the afternoon following the rolling down of big boulders on the down-tube (road) beside the bank of Chenab at Karol between Chanderkot Masjid and Jai ... read..

Puducherry: BJP launches campaign supporting Lakshya Democratic Party leader Jose Charles Martin ahead of polls

Puducherry | March 27, 2026 2:51:51 AM IST

Ahead of the Puducherry Legislative Assembly elections, BJP All India Women's Wing President Vanathi Srinivasan launched an intensive election campaign in Kamaraj Nagar constituency in support of Lakshya Democratic Party leader Jose Charles Martin. ... read..

CM Fadnavis attends maha aarti as Maharashtra sets world record with largest collective aarti on Ram Navami

Nagpur (Maharashtra) | March 27, 2026 2:21:33 AM IST

Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis attended the Maha Aarti on the occasion of Ram Navami in Nagpur on Thursday, where a new Guinness World Record was set. ... read..

Chandigarh Police, Anti Gangster Task Force, Punjab, conduct joint operation, arrest main shooter in Panjab University firing case

Chandigarh | March 27, 2026 2:21:30 AM IST

In a joint operation carried out by Chandigarh Police along with the Anti-Gangster Task Force, Punjab, and Punjab Police from Fatehgarh Sahib, the main accused in the recent firing incident at Panjab University has been apprehended. ... read..

Assembly resolution on Amaravati is diversion tactic: YSRCP State Coordinator Sajjala Ramakrishna Reddy

Tadepalli (Andhra Pradesh) | March 27, 2026 2:21:28 AM IST

Yuvajana Sramika Rythu Congress Party (YSRCP) State Coordinator Sajjala Ramakrishna Reddy said that the Assembly resolution on Amaravati, which grants legal sanctity to Amaravati as the state capital, is nothing but a political drama by Andhra Pradesh Chi ... read..

Army's Northern Command Investiture Ceremony 2026 to be held on March 28 in Udhampur

Jammu (Jammu and Kashmir) | March 27, 2026 2:21:27 AM IST

The Northern Command Investiture Ceremony 2026 will be held on March 28 at Headquarters Northern Command, Udhampur. ... read..

YSRCP Student Wing President alleges Rs 5 crore education scam in B.Ed practical exams at Acharya Nagarjuna University

Tadepalli (Andhra Pradesh) | March 27, 2026 2:21:24 AM IST

Yuvajana Sramika Rythu Congress Party (YSRCP) Student Wing working President A. Ravichandra has raised serious allegations regarding a massive Rs 5 crore education scam involving the B.Ed practical examinations under Acharya Nagarjuna University (ANU). ... read..

Bengaluru: Lecturer arrested for proposing medical student at Nelamangala Siddhartha Medical College

Bengaluru (Karnataka) | March 27, 2026 1:51:35 AM IST

Rural police detained a lecturer at Nelamangala Siddhartha Medical College after he allegedly proposed to a student on campus with flowers and chocolates, causing a stir. ... read..

TN: Local fishermen demand construction of additional jetty to ease fishing difficulties in Thoothukudi

Thoothukudi (Tamil Nadu) | March 27, 2026 1:22:52 AM IST

Ahead of the Tamil Nadu Assembly election, local fishermen in Thoothukudi have demanded the construction of an additional jetty to alleviate operational difficulties while also calling for the urgent establishment of proper drinking water facilities in th ... read..

"Pemmassani's remarks are arrogant:" YSRCP leaders slam Union Minister Pemmasani Chandrasekhar's remarks against YS Jagan

Guntur (Andhra Pradesh) | March 27, 2026 1:22:50 AM IST

Yuvajana Sramika Rythu Congress Party (YSRCP) leaders Merugu Nagarjuna and Noori Fatima have strongly condemned remarks made by Union Minister of State for Rural Development, Pemmasani Chandrasekhar, terming them arrogant and irresponsible. ... read..

Kotak bank manager, another accused, arrested in Rs 145-crore Panchkula municipal corporation FDR irregularities case

By Anamika Tiwari Panchkula (Haryana) | March 27, 2026 1:22:49 AM IST

In a major development in the alleged financial irregularities linked to fixed deposits of the State Vigilance & Anti-Corruption Bureau, Haryana has arrested a relationship manager of Kotak Mahindra Bank and another accused in connection with discrepa ... read..

MP: 10 killed, several injured following bus-pickup collision in Chhindwara; CM Yadav announces ex-gratia

Chhindwara (Madhya Pradesh) | March 27, 2026 1:22:44 AM IST

At least 10 people were killed and several people injured after a passenger bus collided head-on with a pickup vehicle in Madhya Pradesh's Chhindwara district late Thursday evening, an official said. ... read..

No fuel shortage in J&K: CM Omar Abdullah warns against panic buying

Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir) | March 27, 2026 1:22:41 AM IST

Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Thursday urged people to stop panic buying fuel amid long queues at petrol pumps across the Union Territory. ... read..

CM Devendra Fadnavis extends greetings on Ram Navami, participates in Sobha Yatra in Nagpur

Nagpur (Maharashtra) | March 26, 2026 11:52:16 PM IST

Maharashtra Chief Minsiter Devendra Fadnavis on Thursday extended greetings on the occasion of Ram Navami and participated in the 60th Shobha Yatra organised at the Poddareshwar Ram Temple in Nagpur, alongside Union Minister Nitin Gadkari and other leader ... read..

Telangana: CM Revanth Reddy expresses shock over Markapuram bus accident

Hyderabad (Telangana) | March 26, 2026 11:52:13 PM IST

Telangana Chief Minister Revanth Reddy on Thursday, expressed shock over the bus accident at Markapuram in Andhra Pradesh in which 13 people were killed and 20 others were injured. He also directed the Chief Secretary to coordinate with AP officials. ... read..

Haryana CM chairs purchase committee meeting, approves purchase of jute and other bags

New Delhi | March 26, 2026 11:52:10 PM IST

In a meeting of the High Powered Purchase Committee (HPPC) held here on Thursday under the chairmanship of Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini, important decisions were taken to strengthen storage arrangements for the Rabi 2026-27 season. ... read..

"Hard work, little return": Tamil Nadu's largest salt hub voices demand for higher relief amid election season

Thoothukudi (Tamil Nadu) | March 26, 2026 11:52:08 PM IST

The coastal region of South Tamil Nadu, Thoothukudi, is famous on the one hand for its marine fish and on the other for salt harvest. Thoothukudi is the largest salt-harvesting district in Tamil Nadu. Here, salt is produced by evaporating water over nearl ... read..

Make city greener, more eco-friendly, and more traffic-friendly: BJP's Vattiyoorkavu candidate R Sreelekha

By Toshi Mandola Thiruvananthapuram (Kerala) | March 26, 2026 11:52:06 PM IST

Bharatiya Janata Party's candidate R Sreelekha on Thursday vowed to make Kerala's Vattiyoorkavu Assembly constituency greener, more eco-friendly and more traffic-friendly ahead of the Kerala Assembly polls. ... read..

Gujarat CM participates in Ram Navami Mahotsav

Gandhinagar (Gujarat) | March 26, 2026 11:52:01 PM IST

Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel attended the Shri Ram Navami Mahotsav at Vastrapur Nehru Park in Ahmedabad, where he offered prayers to Lord Shri Ram. ... read..

Congress and AAP have a secret alliance in Punjab: Haryana CM

New Delhi | March 26, 2026 11:52:00 PM IST

Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini has alleged that Congress and the Aam Aadmi Party have an internal alliance, but the people of Punjab have decided to bring the BJP to power. ... read..

Secretary, DoWR, RD & GR V L Kantha Rao Chairs Regional Conference of State Water Secretaries in Telangana

New Delhi | March 26, 2026 11:51:58 PM IST

V. L. Kantha Rao, Secretary, Department of Water Resources, River Development & Ganga Rejuvenation (DoWR, RD & GR), Ministry of Jal Shakti, chaired the Regional State Water Secretaries Conference held at Dr. MCR HRD Institute of Telangana which br ... read..

District Administration conducts on-site inspection of Kedarnath Dham arrangements ahead of April 22 opening of portals

Kedarnath (Uttarakhand) | March 26, 2026 11:51:56 PM IST

The Uttarakhand district administration officials visited Kedarnath Dham on Thursday to conduct an on-site inspection of the arrangements made for the pilgrimage in the region. ... read..

Tamil Nadu: Woman arrested in Coimbatore for murdering elderly for gain; 8.5 sovereigns of gold recovered

Coimbatore (Tamil Nadu) | March 26, 2026 11:51:50 PM IST

Tamil Nadu Police apprehended a woman for allegedly murdering an elderly victim in Coimbatore and recovered 8.5 sovereigns of gold following the arrest on Thursday. ... read..

Andhra Pradesh: Intoxicated man drives bus with passengers inside, major tragedy averted

Visakhapatnam (Andhra Pradesh) | March 26, 2026 11:22:01 PM IST

A man who was allegedly under the influence of alcohol took control of a bus which was halted for issuing tickets at Jagadamba Junction of Visakhapatnam on Thursday. ... read..

CBI arrests kingpin of transnational cyber slavery network from Mumbai

New Delhi | March 26, 2026 11:21:58 PM IST

The Central Bureau of Investigation has arrested Sunil Nellathu Ramakrishnan, a resident of Mumbai for his alleged involvement as a key kingpin in trafficking unsuspecting Indian citizens to cyber scam compounds in Myanmar, particularly in the Myawaddy re ... read..

DGCA orders Air India to take corrective action after incorrect aircraft deployed on Vancouver flight

New Delhi | March 26, 2026 11:21:52 PM IST

The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has directed Air India to take immediate corrective actions following a significant operational lapse in which the airline deployed an unapproved aircraft on a long-haul flight to Vancouver on March 19, 202 ... read..

Mahadev online betting case: ED attaches apartments in Burj Khalifa among other foreign, Indian assets worth Rs 1700 cr

New Delhi | March 26, 2026 11:21:50 PM IST

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has attached apartments in Burj Khalifa among 18 immovable properties located in Dubai (United Arab Emirates) and two immovable properties in New Delhi, having a market value of nearly Rs 1700 Crore, the agency said on Thu ... read..

"Chandrababu govt is commission driven governance", says YSRCP spokesperson PS Shankar

Tadepalli (Andhra Pradesh) | March 26, 2026 11:21:49 PM IST

Yuvajana Sramika Rythu Congress Party (YSRCP) State spokesperson Putha Siva Shankar stated that the coalition government is functioning as a "commission-driven regime," favouring large corporate contractors while pushing small contractors into severe fina ... read..

Opium supply chain busted in Bareilly, key supplier arrested

Bareilly (Uttar Pradesh) | March 26, 2026 10:51:51 PM IST

Uttar Pradesh Police busted an opium supply chain and arrested a key supplier with 443 grams of Opium following a chase operation in Bareilly. ... read..

AIMIM expands eastern strategy, backs AIUDF in Assam after Bengal move

By Pramod Chaturvedi New Delhi | March 26, 2026 10:51:50 PM IST

In a significant political development ahead of the upcoming Assam Assembly elections, Asaduddin Owaisi, president of the All India Majlis-e-Ittehadul Muslimeen, has announced his party's support for the All India United Democratic Front. ... read..

MP: CM Yadav inaugurates 1st phase of Hanuman Lok in Pandhurna; announces development works worth Rs 362 Cr

Pandhurna (Madhya Pradesh) | March 26, 2026 10:21:38 PM IST

Chief Minister Mohan Yadav inaugurated the first phase of Shri Hanuman Lok at the Jamsawli Temple in Pandhurna district on the auspicious occasion of Ram Navmi on Thursday and laid inauguration and foundation-stone of various development works worth over ... read..

Telangana: K T Rama Rao visits injured BRS leader Manne Krishank

Hyderabad (Telangana) | March 26, 2026 10:21:32 PM IST

Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) working President K T Rama Rao (KTR) called on the injured party leader and former Chairman of the Telangana State Mineral Development Corporation (TSMDC) Manne Krishank. ... read..

L-G Vinai Kumar Saxena inspects water conservation and development projects in Ladakh

Leh (Ladakh) | March 26, 2026 9:51:50 PM IST

Lieutenant Governor Vinai Kumar Saxena on Thursday inspected key water conservation and land development projects at Stok village and Chuchot Thongser, reaffirming the Administration's commitment to addressing water scarcity and promoting sustainable deve ... read..

Mandrills added to Nehru Zoological Park's species collection in Hyderabad

Hyderabad (Telangana) | March 26, 2026 9:51:48 PM IST

Mandrills have been added to the Nehru Zoological Park's species. ... read..

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