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All-party meeting on West Asia crisis begins

New Delhi | March 25, 2026 6:21:45 PM IST

An all-party meeting, convened by the government on the West Asia crisis, began here on Wednesday. ... read..

"UDF not faceless, many leaders can be CM": Kerala Congress In-charge Deepa Dasmunshi

Kozhikode (Kerala) | March 25, 2026 5:51:47 PM IST

Kerala Congress In-charge Deepa Dasmunshi on Wednesday said that the United Democratic Front (UDF) is "not faceless," and has several leaders who can pose as the Chief Minister after victory in the 2026 Assembly elections. ... read..

Delhi HC questions FIR plea against Judge, warns against posting court videos

New Delhi | March 25, 2026 5:51:45 PM IST

The Delhi High Court on Wednesday questioned a litigant who filed a plea seeking permission to register an FIR against a judicial officer over alleged forgery in an order. ... read..

Maoist leader Sukru, four others surrender to Odisha Police

Kandhamal (Odisha) | March 25, 2026 5:51:44 PM IST

One of the most wanted Maoist leader Sukru, along with four others have surrendered and laid down their weapons before the Odisha Police, officials informed on Wednesday. ... read..

RS to take up Finance Bill for discussion on March 27, no Parliament sittings on March 28-29: Union Minister Kiren Rijiju

New Delhi | March 25, 2026 5:51:37 PM IST

Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju on Wednesday said that the Rajya Sabha will take up the Finance Bill on Friday, while Saturday and Sunday will be designated as holidays. ... read..

Gautam Gambhir personality rights: Delhi HC notes several infringing links removed, says it will pass detailed interim order

General News | March 25, 2026 5:21:57 PM IST

New Delhi [India], March 25 (ANI); In the case filed by cricketer and former MP Gautam Gambhir, the Delhi High Court on Wednesday noted that several infringing links flagged by him have been removed and said it will pass a detailed interim order. ... read..

MoS Home Nityanand Rai introduces CAPF (General Administration) Bill, Oppn MPs oppose

New Delhi | March 25, 2026 5:21:53 PM IST

Minister of State (MoS) Home Nityanand Rai on Wednesday introduced the Central Armed Police Forces (General Administration) Bill, 2026, in the Rajya Sabha, while the INDIA bloc MPs opposed the legislation. ... read..

Madhya Pradesh: Fire breaks out at bakery store in Indore, no casualty reported

Indore (Madhya Pradesh) | March 25, 2026 5:21:52 PM IST

A massive fire broke out at a bakery store in Madhya Pradesh's Indore on Wednesday, leading to the explosion of several LPG cylinders stored inside it, an official said. ... read..

Cabinet approves Continuation of the Immigration, Visa, Foreigners Registration & Tracking (lVFRT) Scheme

New Delhi | March 25, 2026 5:21:55 PM IST

The Union Cabinet, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has approved the continuation of the Immigration, Visa, Foreigners Registration & Tracking (IVFRT) Scheme beyond March 31, 2026, for a period of five years up to March 31, 2031 with a budget ... read..

Cabinet approves Continuation of the Immigration, Visa, Foreigners Registration and Tracking Scheme

New Delhi | March 25, 2026 5:21:43 PM IST

The Union Cabinet, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has approved the continuation of the Immigration, Visa, Foreigners Registration & Tracking (IVFRT) Scheme beyond March 31, 2026, for a period of five years up to March 31, 2031, with a budget ... read..

Four arrested as police bust alleged illegal LPG racket in Delhi

New Delhi | March 25, 2026 4:51:38 PM IST

The Delhi Police Crime Branch has busted an illegal LPG racket in Sangam Vihar, South Delhi, arresting four accused and recovering 183 gas cylinders. The operation was carried out following a tip-off about suspicious storage and distribution activities in ... read..

Allahabad HC grants anticipatory bail to Swami Avimukteshwaranand, Swami Mukundanand in sexual harassment case

Prayagraj (Uttar Pradesh) | March 25, 2026 4:51:34 PM IST

The Allahabad High Court on Wednesday granted anticipatory bail to Swami Avimukteshwaranand Saraswati and his disciple Swami Mukundanand Giri in the alleged sexual harassment case. ... read..

Tamil Nadu elections: AIADMK to contest 169 seats, releases list of 65 seats for NDA allies

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | March 25, 2026 4:51:31 PM IST

The National Democratic Alliance (NDA) in Tamil Nadu, led by All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam, on Wednesday announced its seat-sharing arrangement for the upcoming Assembly elections, releasing a list of 65 constituencies allotted to its alliance ... read..

"Please do not believe such social media rumours...": Hyderabad Police Commissioner on reported LPG shortage

Hyderabad (Telangana) | March 25, 2026 4:51:25 PM IST

Hyderabad Police Commissioner, VC Sajjanar, on Wednesday urged the people not to believe in any rumours regarding fuel shortage blindly and assured that there is enough fuel supply for the next sixty days as people continue to line up at petrol stations. ... read..

"Domestic PNG supply priority right now, no shortage of diesel, petrol": Petroleum Ministry

New Delhi | March 25, 2026 4:21:31 PM IST

The Petroleum Ministry on Wednesday said that the Centre is prioritising Piped Natural Gas (PNG), while noting that there is adequate petrol and diesel available and the fuel prices have not changed. ... read..

No incidents involving Indian ships, seafarers in 24 hours; 540 crew safe in Persian Gulf, says Shipping Ministry

New Delhi | March 25, 2026 4:21:28 PM IST

The Shipping Ministry on Wednesday stated that no incident involving any Indian ship or seafarer has been reported in the past 24 hours, adding that 20 Indian-flagged vessels carrying around 540 Indian seafarers are currently in the Persian Gulf and remai ... read..

United in crisis: Jammu's "Ram Rasoi" emerges as symbol of community strength

Jammu (Jammu and Kashmir) | March 25, 2026 3:51:54 PM IST

As tensions in the Middle East continue to escalate, their ripple effects are beginning to be felt in India, with growing concerns over an alleged shortage of cooking gas in several parts of the country. Amid this uncertainty, a powerful example of unity ... read..

TDP Minister Nimmala Rama Naidu meets Secretary of Jal Shakti Ministry

Rajahmundry (Andhra Pradesh) | March 25, 2026 3:21:42 PM IST

Telugu Desam Party (TDP) Minister Nimmala Rama Naidu on Wednesday met Secretary of Jal Shakti Ministry, VL Kantha Rao, who visited to inspect the Polavaram project works. ... read..

"No sensible LoP would talk like this": Manan Kumar Mishra slams Rahul Gandhi's remarks

New Delhi | March 25, 2026 3:21:38 PM IST

Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) MP Manan Kumar Mishra on Wednesday hit out at Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi, describing his recent statements as unsensible for a person in his constitutional position. The leader of oppositiion stated that opposition part ... read..

Maha Kumbabhishekam of 37-foot tall Hanuman temple in Tamil Nadu; thousands of devotees attend

Tiruchirappalli (Tamil Nadu) | March 25, 2026 3:21:35 PM IST

In Tiruchirappalli, at Melur near Srirangam on the banks of the Kollidam river, situated between the North and South Cauvery and often referred to as "Then Ayodhya", a 37-foot-tall Hanuman idol, said to be the tallest in Tamil Nadu, was consecrated. Follo ... read..

Supreme Court issues show-cause notices to Gurugram police, CWC, and doctor over insensitive handling of child sexual assault case

New Delhi | March 25, 2026 2:52:07 PM IST

The Supreme Court on Wednesday has issued show-cause notices to Gurugram police Commissioner and other police officials who were associated with the investigation of an alleged sexual-assault of a 4-year-old child victim as to why disciplinary action shou ... read..

Sonia Gandhi stable; doctors at Sir Ganga Ram Hospital checking for possible infections

New Delhi | March 25, 2026 2:51:43 PM IST

Congress Parliamentary Party (CPP) chairperson Sonia Gandhi was admitted to Sir Ganga Ram Hospital in the national capital last night, hospital authorities said on Wednesday. ... read..

"Country should run not on appeasement, but through equal laws for all citizens": Amit Shah hails Gujarat's passage of UCC Bill

Gandhinagar (Gujarat) | March 25, 2026 2:51:29 PM IST

Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Wednesday lauded the passage of the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) Bill, 2026, in Gujarat, calling it a historic step towards ensuring equality for all citizens in the country. ... read..

Congress MP Venugopal predicts change of government in Kerala, win for United Democratic Front

Thrissur (Kerala) | March 25, 2026 2:51:25 PM IST

Congress Lok Sabha member KC Venugopal on Wednesday expressed confidence in the victory of the United Democratic Front (UDF) in Kerala, stating, "UDF is going to win hands down." ... read..

"LoP himself would not be taking part": Shiv Sena MP Naresh Mhaske slams Rahul Gandhi over absence from West Asia all-party meet

New Delhi | March 25, 2026 2:51:23 PM IST

Shiv Sena MP Naresh Mhaske on Wednesday criticised Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi for reportedly skipping a government-convened all-party meeting on the escalating West Asia conflict. Naresh Mhaske termed the absence of the Leader of Opposition from th ... read..

Rajnath Singh chairs Parliamentary Consultative Committee meeting, reviews national security, operational preparedness

New Delhi | March 25, 2026 2:21:53 PM IST

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Wednesday chaired a meeting of the Parliamentary Consultative Committee on the Border Roads Organisation (BRO). The high-level discussions focused on accelerating infrastructure development along with initiatives aimed at ... read..

Atishi accuses PM Modi of surrendering to America, criticizes BJP's LPG cylinder stance

New Delhi | March 25, 2026 2:21:46 PM IST

The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) MLAs on Wednesday staged a protest outside the Delhi Assembly over the issue of LPG cylinder prices. During the protest, Leader of Opposition in the Delhi Assembly, Atishi, strongly criticised the BJP government, claiming, "PM Mo ... read..

Gujarat: CM Bhupendra Patel and Dy CM Sanghavi grace "Veeranjali Dayro 2.5" at Sanand

Gandhinagar (Gujarat) | March 25, 2026 2:21:45 PM IST

The programme titled "Veeranjali Dayro 2.5" was held at Sanand in a grand and dignified atmosphere in the presence of Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel and Deputy Chief Minister Harsh Sanghavi on March 23. ... read..

Delhi: Crime Branch arrests accused in pirated books racket; printing machines seized

New Delhi | March 25, 2026 2:21:43 PM IST

A man was arrested by the Inter-State Cell (ISC) of Delhi Police's Crime Branch for his alleged involvement in illegal printing and sale of pirated books belonging to Penguin Random House India Pvt. Ltd, officials said on Wednesday. ... read..

Mission ShakthiSAT mascot unveiled: India leads global call for inclusive space collaboration

New Delhi | March 25, 2026 2:21:40 PM IST

In a powerful celebration of science, diplomacy, and women-led innovation, the mascot of Mission ShakthiSAT was unveiled at the BRICS Chamber of Commerce & Industry Women Empowerment (BRICS CCI WE) Summit 2026 in New Delhi. ... read..

Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Amendment Bill introduced in Lok Sabha

New Delhi | March 25, 2026 2:21:39 PM IST

Union Minister of State (MoS) for Home Affairs Nityanand Rai on Wednesday introduced The Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Amendment Bill, 2026, in Lok Sabha amid the ongoing budget session. ... read..

Supreme Court dismisses plea against MHA circular on Vande Mataram

New Delhi | March 25, 2026 1:51:39 PM IST

The Supreme Court on Wednesday refused to entertain a plea against the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) advisory circular issued January 28 to standardise the protocol for India's National Song, Vande Mataram. ... read..

PM should inform Parliament about conversation with Trump: SP MP Ram Gopal Yadav

New Delhi | March 25, 2026 1:51:36 PM IST

Samajwadi Party (SP) MP Ram Gopal Yadav on Wednesday called for greater transparency from the Narendra Modi government, particularly on India's foreign policy, which he said was solely decided by the Prime Minister. ... read..

Mamata Banerjee raises concerns over deleted voters from electoral rolls, questions election fairness

Mynaguri (West Bengal) | March 25, 2026 1:51:34 PM IST

West Bengal Chief Minister and TMC chairperson Mamata Banerjee on Wednesday raised serious concerns about the deletion of genuine voters' names from the electoral rolls. ... read..

JK: Tourists visit Sanasar Valley as snow clears from Patnitop-Sanasar road

Ramban (Jammu and Kashmir) | March 25, 2026 1:51:32 PM IST

Tourists have started flocking to the bowl-shaped Sanasar Valley in large numbers to witness its natural beauty following the onset of spring and the clearance of snow from the Patnitop-Sanasar road in Jammu and Kashmir. ... read..

Karti Chidambaram backs Women's Reservation Bill, seeks clarity on framework

New Delhi | March 25, 2026 1:51:29 PM IST

Congress Member of Parliament Karti Chidambaram on Wednesday expressed support for the Women's Reservation Bill, stating the party backs greater representation for women but needs clarity on the Bill's contours. ... read..

Rajnath Singh to chair all-party meeting on West Asia crisis at 5 PM today

New Delhi | March 25, 2026 1:51:28 PM IST

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh will chair an all-party meeting at 5 PM on Wednesday to discuss the West Asia crisis. Home Minister Amit Shah, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar, and several other ministers will also attend the meeting. ... read..

Jaypee Infratech Ltd money laundering case: Court grants interim bail to Manoj Gaur in view of his mother's death

New Delhi | March 25, 2026 1:51:26 PM IST

The Patiala House court on Wednesday granted two weeks' interim bail to Manoj Gaur, the former CMD of Jaypee Infratech Ltd, in view of the death of his mother. ... read..

"People tired of 10 yrs of misgovernance by the LDF," says Shashi Tharoor; expresses confidence in Congress prospects

Thiruvananthapuram (Kerala) | March 25, 2026 1:51:22 PM IST

Congress MP Shashi Tharoor on Wednesday expressed confidence ahead of the Kerala elections, stating that the contest in the state remains primarily between the UDF and the LDF. ... read..

'No fuel shortage, supply normal': Telangana dealers assure

Hyderabad (Telangana) | March 25, 2026 1:51:20 PM IST

The Telangana Petroleum Dealers Association (TPDA) on Wednesday issued a clarification dismissing rumours of a fuel shortage, urging the public not to panic or engage in unnecessary bulk purchases. ... read..

Kamal Haasan's Makkal Needhi Maiam decides not to contest polls, DMK calls it "Selfless Sacrifice"

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | March 25, 2026 1:21:51 PM IST

Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) spokesperson Saravanan Annadurai on Wednesday hailed actor-politician Kamal Haasan's decision to support the DMK-led alliance without contesting the upcoming assembly elections, stating this as a historic and selfless sacri ... read..

Under Smart City Mission, over 357 projects worth over Rs 11,000 cr completed across six smart cities in Gujarat

Gandhinagar (Gujarat) | March 25, 2026 1:21:45 PM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is slated to visit Gujarat on March 31. During this visit, he will inaugurate and lay the foundation stones for various urban development projects. ... read..

Tea garden workers set to play key role in shaping outcome of Assam Assembly polls

By Gaurav Arora Dibrugarh (Assam) | March 25, 2026 2:21:50 PM IST

Tea garden workers, one of the largest and most influential voter groups in Assam, are set to play a key role in shaping the outcome of the upcoming state Assembly polls, with livelihood concerns emerging as a central issue in tea-growing regions of Upper ... read..

Karnataka Police "hands over" Zero FIR filed in Ajit Pawar plane crash to Maharahstra police: Rohit Pawar

Bengaluru (Karnataka) | March 25, 2026 1:21:40 PM IST

Nearly two months after demanding an investigation into the Baramati plane crash that killed NCP chief Ajit Pawar, the Karnataka Police registered a Zero FIR and requested the transfer of the case to the Baramati Rural Police Station in Pune district of M ... read..

BJP MLA Shikha Rai questions AAP protest, raises concerns over Opposition's role

New Delhi | March 25, 2026 1:21:35 PM IST

Leader of the Opposition and AAP MLA Atishi, along with other party MLAs, held a protest outside the Delhi Assembly on Tuesday, accusing the BJP of misleading the people and failing in governance. ... read..

"Decision not by us, but those who fielded their son on RJD ticket": Rajiv Ranjan Singh on notice seeking JD(U) MP Giridhari Yadav's disqualification

New Delhi | March 25, 2026 12:51:43 PM IST

Union Minister Rajiv Ranjan Singh on Wednesday clarified that the move to disqualify Janata Dal (United) MP Giridhari Yadav was a result of the member's decision to campaign for an opposition candidate, who happened to be the latter's son, during the asse ... read..

BJP president Nitin Nabin visits Dakshineswar Kali Temple on second day of his West Bengal visit

Kolkata (West Bengal) | March 25, 2026 12:51:40 PM IST

Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) national president Nitin Nabin on Wednesday visited the historic Dakshineswar Kali Temple in Kolkata to offer prayers and seek blessings as part of his two-day organisational visit to West Bengal. ... read..

RTI activist Snehamayi Krishna challenges acceptance of 'B' report in MUDA land scam, files petition in HC

Bengaluru (Karnataka) | March 25, 2026 12:51:30 PM IST

RTI activist Snehamayi Krishna has filed a petition in the Karnataka High Court challenging the action of the Special Court of People's Representatives, which accepted the 'B' report (closure report) filed by the Mysore Lokayukta Superintendent of Police ... read..

"Permission is given for offering namaz": BJP Chief Nitin Nabin slams West Bengal Govt over puja pandal permissions

North 24 Parganas (West Bengal) | March 25, 2026 12:51:26 PM IST

BJP National President Nitin Nabin on Wednesday accused the West Bengal administration of following a dual policy regarding religious permissions, claiming that citizens are forced to approach the High Court for setting up puja pandals. Speaking after off ... read..

"Is he worthy of being LoP?": Jagdambika Pal criticises Rahul Gandhi's absence from Parliament

New Delhi | March 25, 2026 12:51:25 PM IST

Ahead of the all-party meeting on the West Asia conflict today, BJP MP Jagdambika Pal criticised Rahul Gandhi's absence, pointing out his inconsistency in attending House proceedings. ... read..

"We must work together": Uttarakhand CM Pushkar Singh Dhami calls for collective action to navigate global crisis amid West Asia tensions

Dehradun (Uttarakhand) | March 25, 2026 12:51:19 PM IST

Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Wednesday chaired a high-level state cabinet meeting in Dehradun to discuss the state's response to the ongoing global situation. Emphasising the need for regional and national cooperation, the Chief Minister urged th ... read..

"PM should personally attend All-Party meeting on West Asia conflict," says Congress MP Amarinder Singh Raja Warring

New Delhi | March 25, 2026 12:51:16 PM IST

Congress MP Amarinder Singh Raja Warring on Wednesday said that if the government's All-Party Meeting on the West Asia conflict is only a formality, it should not have been called. ... read..

Opposition MPs hold protest in Parliament premises over LPG supply issue

New Delhi | March 25, 2026 12:21:52 PM IST

Ahead of the all party meeting called on the West Asia conflict, opposition MPs on Wednesday held a protest in Parliament premises over the LPG supply issue. ... read..

"PM's 'like the Covid period' statement has panicked people": MK Stalin slams Union govt over gas shortage

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | March 25, 2026 12:21:35 PM IST

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister and DMK president MK Stalin on Wednesday strongly criticised the Union government over the ongoing cooking gas shortage, stating that recent remarks by Prime Minister Narendra Modi have created unnecessary panic among the public. ... read..

"Meeting with PM Modi was focused on Himachal Pradesh": BJP's Jai Ram Thakur

Shimla (Himachal Pradesh) | March 25, 2026 12:21:30 PM IST

The Leader of the Opposition and former Chief Minister of Himachal Pradesh, Jai Ram Thakur, on Wednesday said he met Prime Minister Narendra Modi in New Delhi and discussed a range of issues concerning the state, asserting that such interactions should no ... read..

KTR alleges Revanth Reddy's involvement in "massive TDR scam"

Hyderabad (Telangana) | March 25, 2026 12:21:28 PM IST

Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) working president KT Rama Rao (KTR) accused Telangana Chief Minister Revanth Reddy and his family of being involved in a massive TDR (Transferable Development Rights) scam, claiming that the Reddy family had been buying TDRs i ... read..

"Very confident that UDF will come to power in Kerala": Ramesh Chennithala

Kozhikode (Kerala) | March 25, 2026 12:21:24 PM IST

Congress leader Ramesh Chennithala on Wednesday alleged that the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and CPI(M) are dealing "underhand" to defeat Congress-led UDF, exuding confidence that the alliance will return to power in the poll-bound state. ... read..

Threat mail sent to the Speaker's OSD, allegedly targeting Delhi Assembly with bomb

New Delhi | March 25, 2026 12:21:20 PM IST

A threat mail allegedly targeting the Speaker's Officer on Special Duty (OSD) and the state assembly has been received, raising serious security concerns. ... read..

Gaurav Gogoi accuses BJP of running state govts through "remote control from Delhi"

Guwahati (Assam) | March 25, 2026 11:51:45 AM IST

Assam Congress president Gaurav Gogoi on Wednesday criticised the functioning of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), alleging that the party does not give due respect to the Chief Minister's position. ... read..

Kerala CM Pinarayi Vijayan lauds people-centric model, blames BJP & Congress for rubber sector collapse

Kottayam (Kerala) | March 25, 2026 12:51:37 PM IST

Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan on Wednesday said that over the past decade, the state has consistently showcased a "people-centric development model" despite facing significant financial constraints imposed by the Central government and persistent ... read..

"Should not try to scare us": Congress' Imran Masood on notice to vacate party's office at 24 Akbar Road

New Delhi | March 25, 2026 11:51:37 AM IST

Amid mounting chaos over a notice to vacate party office at 24 Akbar Road, Congress MP Imran Masood on Wednesday claimed that the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) government was attempting to silence the party through pressure tactics. ... read..

Chief Electoral Officer Archana Patnaik to be chief guest at Tamil Nadu Assembly Election Handbook 2026 launch

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | March 25, 2026 11:51:36 AM IST

The Chief Electoral Officer of Tamil Nadu, Archana Patnaik, is set to be the chief guest at the release of the Tamil Nadu Assembly Election Handbook 2026, curated by the Press Information Bureau, Chennai. The event will be followed by a Media Orientation ... read..

"People of world have faith only in Narendra Modi": Giriraj Singh says LoP Rahul Gandhi "spreads confusion"

New Delhi | March 25, 2026 11:21:51 AM IST

Union Minister Giriraj Singh on Wednesday hailed Prime Minister Narendra Modi's leadership, asserting that the people of the world have faith only in the Indian PM. ... read..

AIADMK releases first list of 23 candidates for Tamil Nadu Assembly polls 2026

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | March 25, 2026 11:21:50 AM IST

The All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (AIADMK) on Wednesday released its first list of 23 candidates for the upcoming Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly elections scheduled to be held on April 23, 2026. ... read..

Estate Department gives notice to Congress to vacate 24 Akbar Road office by March 28

New Delhi | March 25, 2026 11:21:48 AM IST

The Estate Department on Wednesday issued a notice to the Congress party, directing them to vacate their office at 24 Akbar Road by March 28, according to Congress sources. ... read..

"No one wants to discuss": UBT Sena's Kishori Pednekar questions Maharashtra govt over Baramati plane crash

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | March 25, 2026 11:21:46 AM IST

Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Kishori Pednekar on Wednesday expressed surprise over the Maharashtra government's failure to register a case regarding the Baramati plane crash that killed former Deputy CM Ajit Pawar. ... read..

Devotee rush continues at Vaishno Devi amid Navratri

Katra (Jammu and Kashmir) | March 25, 2026 11:21:45 AM IST

The holy shrine of Shri Mata Vaishno Devi on Wednesday witnessed a huge rush of devotees, as the ongoing Chaitra Navratri festival continues to attract devotees from across the country. ... read..

"Primary goal to build independent political leadership for Muslims": Owaisi on alliance with Humayun Kabir's JUP in West Bengal

Kolkata (West Bengal) | March 25, 2026 11:21:41 AM IST

All India Majlis-e-Ittehad-ul-Muslimeen (AIMIM) president Asaduddin Owaisi on Wednesday spoke about his party's strategic goals for the upcoming West Bengal Assembly elections, emphasising that the primary aim of the alliance with Humayun Kabir's Janata U ... read..

Doordarshan to Broadcast Ram Navami Celebrations Live from Ayodhya, including Surya Tilka and Abhishekam

Ayodhya (Uttar Pradesh) | March 25, 2026 10:51:45 AM IST

In a special initiative, Doordarshan will broadcast the entire Ayodhya Ram Navami program live, allowing devotees visiting Ayodhya to witness the darshan of Lord Ram, and enabling people across the country to participate in the sacred occasion. ... read..

Three arrested after building collapse in Prayagraj leaves four dead

Prayagraj (Uttar Pradesh) | March 25, 2026 10:51:43 AM IST

Three people were arrested in connection with the collapse of a cold storage facility that killed at least four people in Prayagraj, officials said. ... read..

"We are not worried about it": BJP's Dilip Ghosh on Owaisi's entry in Bengal polls

Kolkata (West Bengal) | March 25, 2026 10:51:40 AM IST

Bharatiya Janata Party leader Dilip Ghosh on Wednesday dismissed the impact of AIMIM chief Asaduddin Owaisi's entry into West Bengal politics, asserting that any electoral dent would affect the ruling Trinamool Congress rather than the BJP. ... read..

"I have no such record for any anti-party activity": JD(U) MP Girdhari Yadav over disqualification notice

Banka (Bihar) | March 25, 2026 10:51:37 AM IST

Janata Dal (United) MP Girdhari Yadav on Wednesday responded to reports of a disqualification notice against him by the party in the Lok Sabha, saying he would present his stand before the Speaker if formally questioned. ... read..

AITC files complaint with ECI over appointment of Surajit Roy as Returning Officer for Bhabanipur constituency

Kolkata (West Bengal) | March 25, 2026 10:51:35 AM IST

The All India Trinamool Congress (AITC) has lodged a formal complaint with the Election Commission of India (ECI) over the appointment of Surajit Roy as the Returning Officer for the Bhabanipur Assembly Constituency, officials said on Wednesday. ... read..

"This alliance will never break": Humayun Kabir calls Owaisi "elder brother"; announces 20-rally campaign for West Bengal elections

Kolkata (West Bengal) | March 25, 2026 10:51:21 AM IST

Humayun Kabir, the founder of the Janata Unnayan Party (JUP), on Wednesday reaffirmed the strength of his political alliance with All India Majlis-e-Ittehad-ul-Muslimeen (AIMIM) President Asaduddin Owaisi, ahead of the West Bengal Legislative Assembly ele ... read..

Family of passive euthanasia recipient Harish Rana donates his corneas, heart valves

New Delhi | March 25, 2026 10:51:20 AM IST

The final rites of Harish Rana, the first individual in India to be legally granted passive euthanasia, were performed in the national capital following his demise at AIIMS New Delhi. Rana, who had been under specialised medical care for a prolonged perio ... read..

"Over 1,000 Kanyakumari fishermen stranded in Iran facing 'dire' crisis; MP Vijay Kumar moves adjournment motion

New Delhi | March 25, 2026 10:21:34 AM IST

Congress' Kanniyakumari MP Vijay Vasanth on Wednesday moved an adjournment motion in the Lok Sabha, demanding an urgent discussion on the plight of over 1,000 fishermen from Tamil Nadu who are reportedly stranded in Iran and nearby islands. ... read..

Rajasthan Muslim Alliance appeals to Congress for Umar Khalid's nomination to Rajya Sabha

Jaipur (Rajasthan) | March 25, 2026 10:21:32 AM IST

Rajasthan Muslim Alliance president Mohsin Rashid on Wednesday requested the Congress leadership to nominate jailed activist and former JNU student leader Umar Khalid to the Rajya Sabha from the state. ... read..

Fresh snowfall and Tulip Garden developments boost Kashmir's tourism

Bhaderwah (Jammu & Kashmir) | March 25, 2026 10:21:27 AM IST

The picturesque Bhaderwah Valley has once again captured the attention of tourists with a fresh spell of snowfall that has blanketed the famous Guldanda tourist destination. The snow has turned the region into a mesmerising white wonderland, enhancing its ... read..

Tripura: CM Manik Saha congratulates BJP nominees for TTAADC polls; expresses confidence in tribal support

Agartala (Tripura) | March 25, 2026 10:21:22 AM IST

Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha on Wednesday extended his best wishes to the 28 Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) candidates for the upcoming Tripura Tribal Areas Autonomous District Council (TTAADC) elections. Highlighting a growing sense of public trust in ... read..

JDU submits notice to LS Speaker seeking disqualification of party MP Girdhari Yadav over 'anti-party' activities

Patna (Bihar) | March 25, 2026 9:51:58 AM IST

Dileshwar Kamait, leader of the Janata Dal (United) in the Lok Sabha, has submitted a notice to the Speaker seeking the disqualification of party MP Girdhari Yadav for alleged anti-party activities, according to party sources. ... read..

Delhi: 2 dead, 23 injured after private tourist bus overturns in Karol Bagh

New Delhi | March 25, 2026 9:51:56 AM IST

At least two people died, and 23 were left injured after a tourist sleeper bus overturned near Jhandewalan Temple in the Karol Bagh area, officials said on Wednesday. ... read..

Sikkim: 150-200 tourists stranded in Chungthang after multiple landslides

Mangan (Sikkim) | March 25, 2026 9:51:55 AM IST

Around 150 to 200 tourists have been stranded in Chungthang following multiple landslides triggered by heavy rainfall in North Sikkim, according to District Collector Anant Jain. ... read..

Jairam Ramesh slams PM Modi's "U-Turn" on women's reservation, accuses govt of using "Weapons of Mass Diversion" amid West Asia tensions

New Delhi | March 25, 2026 9:51:47 AM IST

Congress leader Jairam Ramesh on Wednesday launched a sharp attack on the Prime Minister Narendra Modi government over its plan to amend the Nari Shakti Vandan Act, accusing it of making a "U-turn" and using women's reservation as a "Weapons of Mass Diver ... read..

TMC leader Debasish Kumar exudes confidence for WB elections, says Amit Shah's visit 'won't make any difference'

Kolkata (West Bengal) | March 25, 2026 9:21:49 AM IST

TMC candidate from Rashbehari constituency, Debasish Kumar, on Tuesday said that his party takes every election seriously, irrespective of the opponent, expressing confidence about the outcome in Bhabanipur. ... read..

Lok Sabha to resume discussion on Finance Bill 2026

New Delhi | March 25, 2026 9:21:44 AM IST

The Lok Sabha on Wednesday will resume discussion on the Finance Bill 2026, with Union Minister Nirmala Sitharaman moving that it be passed. ... read..

Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan to convene high-level meeting on fertiliser supply amid West Asia crisis

New Delhi | March 25, 2026 9:21:37 AM IST

In response to the growing challenges posed by the ongoing crisis in West Asia, Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan is set to convene a high-level meeting on Wednesday to review the fertiliser supply and allocation across the country. ... read..

Delhi: Two dead, several injured after bus overturns near Jhandewalan Temple

New Delhi | March 25, 2026 8:51:49 AM IST

Two people died while several others were injured after a bus lost control and overturned late Tuesday night near Jhandewalan Temple in the Karol Bagh area of the national capital, officials said. ... read..

Nominations of 776 candidates found valid across 124 seats ahead of Assam Assembly Polls

Guwahati (Assam) | March 25, 2026 8:51:46 AM IST

The nomination papers of 776 candidates were found valid for 124 assembly constituencies in Assam following a state-wide scrutiny process conducted, officials said. According to the Joint Chief Electoral Officer of Assam, the evaluation of papers for the ... read..

NHRC issues notices over alleged DPDP Act violations by AI, social media, EdTech platforms

New Delhi | March 25, 2026 8:51:45 AM IST

The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has taken cognisance of alleged violations of the Digital Personal Data Protection Act (DPDP Act), particularly concerning the absence of systems for tracking children's data transfers and grievance redressal me ... read..

Bajrang Setu Bridge in Rishikesh nears completion, expected to boost tourism and local business

Rishikesh (Uttarakhand) | March 25, 2026 8:51:38 AM IST

The construction of Bajrang Setu, the country's first glass-floor suspension bridge, over the Ganga River in Rishikesh is almost complete, with technical testing of the bridge being currently carried out by the concerned authorities. ... read..

Udhayanidhi Stalin attends Youth Wing consultative meet in Madurai, urges party to secure greater victory

Madurai (Tamil Nadu) | March 25, 2026 8:51:36 AM IST

Tamil Nadu Deputy Chief Minister and Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) leader, Udhayanidhi Stalin, on Tuesday attended a consultative meeting of the Youth Wing administrators from Madurai and Virudhunagar districts. ... read..

Supreme Court ruling on SC/ST Act strengthens caste protection, says Syed Naseruddin Chishty

Ajmer (Rajasthan) | March 25, 2026 8:51:33 AM IST

Following the recent Supreme Court verdict on the SC/ST Act, Syed Naseruddin Chishty, President of the All India Sufi Sajjadanashin Council, praised the decision as a historic one, asserting that it would strengthen the rights and protection of Scheduled ... read..

Vijaywada: Three persons arrested in online radicalisation, Unlawful Activities case

Vijayawada (Andhra Pradesh) | March 25, 2026 8:51:32 AM IST

Vijayawada City Police have arrested three persons, namely Md Rahamutullah Sharif, Md Danish, and Mirza Sohail, in connection with an online radicalisation case involving serious unlawful and anti-national activities. ... read..

Himachal Pradesh govt orders bureaucratic reshuffle; transfers IAS, IFS, HPAS officers

Shimla (Himachal Pradesh) | March 25, 2026 8:21:31 AM IST

The Himachal Pradesh government ordered a significant reshuffle in the state bureaucracy, transferring and posting several IAS, IFS and HPAS officers with immediate effect in the public interest. ... read..

Gujarat Assembly passes Uniform Civil Code Bill

Gandhinagar (Gujarat) | March 25, 2026 7:21:20 AM IST

The Gujarat Assembly has passed the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) Bill with a majority, making the state the second in the country to implement the bill after Uttarakhand. ... read..

Telangana: KTR slams Congress Govt over "lack" of planning and public consultation in Musi Project

Hyderabad (Telangana) | March 25, 2026 7:21:16 AM IST

Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) Working President KT Rama Rao (KTR) strongly criticised the Congress-led Telangana government for its approach towards the Musi River development project, alleging a complete lack of planning, financial clarity, and public eng ... read..

Telangana Minister Vakiti Srihari vows to support sports talent as second phase of CM Cup concludes

Hyderabad (Telangana) | March 25, 2026 6:51:21 AM IST

Telangana Sports and Youth Minister Vakiti Srihari attended the closing ceremony of the second phase of the CM Cup competitions, held at the LB Indoor Stadium on Tuesday. ... read..

Chandigarh Chief Secretary reviews arrangements for air show at Sukhna Lake

Chandigarh | March 25, 2026 6:51:17 AM IST

Chief Secretary of UT Chandigarh Administration H Rajesh Prasad chaired a meeting to review and streamline the preparations for the upcoming Surya Kiran Aerobatic Team Civil Air Display scheduled to be held on March 27 and 28 at Sukhna Lake. ... read..

Tripura: BJP confident of victory in TTAADC polls, to contest all 28 seats independently

Agartala (Tripura) | March 25, 2026 6:51:16 AM IST

The ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) in Tripura has exuded strong confidence ahead of the upcoming Tripura Tribal Areas Autonomous District Council (TTAADC) elections, scheduled to be held on April 12. ... read..

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