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Congress releases list of 284 candidates for West Bengal elections; Adhir Ranjan Chowdhury to contest from Baharampur

New Delhi | March 29, 2026 9:22:21 PM IST

The Congress on Sunday released the list of 284 candidates for the upcoming Assembly Elections in West Bengal. ... read..

CM Stalin launches "game-changing" plan for Tamil Nadu polls as DMK pushes for women's welfare in manifesto

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | March 29, 2026 8:51:32 PM IST

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister and DMK President M. K. Stalin on Sunday launched a "game-changing" manifesto as the party sharpened its focus on women-centric welfare ahead of the Assembly elections. Branded as a "Superstar Manifesto" anchored in "six steps to ... read..

DMK MP Tiruchi Siva praises party's manifesto for Tamil Nadu polls, says "It focuses on middle and lower middle class"

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | March 29, 2026 8:51:29 PM IST

Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam MP Tiruchi Siva on Sunday praised the party's manifesto for upcoming Tamil Nadu polls, saying that it focuses on the middle and lower middle class. ... read..

"Today, PM Modi exposed hypocrisy of left, Congress": BJP's Shehzad Poonawalla

New Delhi | March 29, 2026 8:51:27 PM IST

Ahead of the assembly elections in Kerala, BJP national spokesperson, Shehzad Poonawalla, on Sunday mocked at Congress and the Communists for having "fun in Bengal" and "becoming friends in Delhi" and said that "today Prime Minister Narendra Modi exposed ... read..

"Matter of happiness": Ladakh lecturer as PM Modi mentions Hemis Monastery in Mann Ki Baat

Leh (Ladakh) | March 29, 2026 8:21:57 PM IST

Stanzin Mingur of the Central Institute of Buddhist Studies in Ladakh on Sunday said that it is a "matter of happines" after Prime Minister Narendra Modi highlighted the Hemis Monastery in Ladakh in his monthly edition of 'Maan Ki Baat'. ... read..

Schemes like laptops for students are not freebies but investment for future: DMK MP Kanimozhi

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | March 29, 2026 8:21:54 PM IST

Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) MP Kanimozhi on Sunday emphasised that schemes like laptops for students aren't 'freebies' but investments in their future. ... read..

Provided govt jobs to 9 lakh youths during our tenure: CM Yogi

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) | March 29, 2026 7:51:34 PM IST

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Sunday highlighted UP's achievement in providing nine lakh govt jobs in nine years and emphasised transparency in the selection process. ... read..

DMK's manifesto has always been a "hero", this time it's "superstar": Tamil Nadu CM Stalin

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | March 29, 2026 7:51:30 PM IST

Calling the Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam's (DMK) manifesto for the 2026 Tamil Nadu Assembly elections a "superstar," Chief Minister and party president MK Stalin on Sunday announced a slew of welfare measures with a focus on women, families, youth, and farme ... read..

Assam polls: Congress announces five gurantees, including justice in Singer Zubeen Garg death case

Nowboicha (Assam) | March 29, 2026 7:51:27 PM IST

Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge on Sunday announced five guarantees in Assam, including Key promises such as monthly cash transfers to women, Rs 50,000 for women entrepreneurs, cashless health coverage, and justice for Zubeen Garg's case. ... read..

CM Stalin unveils DMK manifesto for Tamil Nadu polls, says "will form government again"

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | March 29, 2026 7:21:56 PM IST

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister and Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) supremo MK Stalin on Sunday unveiled the party's manifesto for the upcoming state assembly elections, announcing key welfare measures including the expansion of the breakfast scheme and enhance ... read..

What is his contribution to Kerala: Congress' K Muraleedharan slams PM Modi over "B team" remarks

Thiruvananthapuram (Kerala) | March 29, 2026 6:51:37 PM IST

United Democratic Front (UDF) candidate from Kerala's Assembly constituency of Vattiyoorkavu and Congress leader K Muraleedharan launched a sharp attack on Prime Minister Narendra Modi over his "B Team" remarks targeting the UDF, questioning the Centre's ... read..

WB LoP Suvendu Adhikari calls Amit Shah "new Chanakya" of nation

Purba Medinipur (West Bengal) | March 29, 2026 6:51:34 PM IST

Leader of Opposition (LoP) in the West Bengal Legislative Assembly and BJP Candidate from Nandigram Assembly Constituency Suvendu Adhikari on Sunday called Union Home Minister Amit Shah "new Chanakaya" of the nation and credited him for fullfilling Shyama ... read..

Will establish new benchmark for economic prosperity in the region: MP CM hails Narmada Project phase 4

Indore (Madhya Pradesh) | March 29, 2026 6:51:31 PM IST

Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav on Sunday praised the fourth phase of the Narmada Project, stating that the initiative will ensure a stable water supply for the city for the next 25 years. ... read..

Assam polls 2026: "Congress will be wiped out," says BJP chief Nitin Nabin

Dhemaji (Assam) | March 29, 2026 6:51:29 PM IST

Ahead of the Assam Assembly elections, Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) President Nitin Nabin on Sunday expressed confidence that the BJP will be voted back to power, asserting that the people of the northeastern state have full faith in the party. ... read..

"Will definitely win, and show you exit door": TMC's Abhishek Banerjee slams BJP

Murshidabad (West Bengal) | March 29, 2026 6:21:58 PM IST

Ahead of the West Bengal Assembly elections, TMC National General Secretary Abhishek Banerjee on Sunday linked Ram Navami violence to the BJP's strategy and highlighted the Centre's alleged "merciless" treatment of minorities. ... read..

Fire breaks out at factory in Ghaziabad, no casualties reported

Ghaziabad (Uttar Pradesh) | March 29, 2026 6:21:56 PM IST

A fire broke out at a factory near the Lal kuan area of Ghaziabad on Sunday, officials said. ... read..

'Matter of happiness for entire Rajasthan': Librarian after PM Modi lauds Bikaner's Abhay Jain Granthalaya in 'Mann Ki Baat'

Bikaner (Rajasthan) | March 29, 2026 6:21:54 PM IST

Librarian of Rajasthan's the Abhay Jain Granthalaya, which found mention in the 132nd edition of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's 'Mann Ki Baat', Rishabh Nahata on Sunday said that it is a matter of pride for the entire State Rajasthan and appealed to schol ... read..

PM Modi says BJP Kerala's 'A-team', tears into 'corrupt' LDF, UDF

Palakkad (Kerala) | March 29, 2026 5:51:59 PM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday launched an all-out attack against the Left Democratic Front (LDF) and the United Democratic Front (UDF), accusing them of "looting" the state for decades by allegedly sharing the spoils. ... read..

DMK insulted Coimbatore by fielding "tainted" candidate: BJP leader Vanthi Srinivasan

Coimbatore (Tamil Nadu) | March 29, 2026 5:51:57 PM IST

BJP leader Vanathi Srinivasan on Sunday launched a sharp attack on the DMK, alleging that the party had insulted the people of Coimbatore by fielding a "tainted" former minister as its candidate for the Coimbatore South Assembly constituency. ... read..

Demolition drive resumes in Varanasi's dalmandi area as part of road widening project

Varanasi (Uttar Pradesh) | March 29, 2026 5:51:46 PM IST

Uttar Pradesh Authorities on Sunday resumed demolition operations in Varanasi's Dalmandi area as part of road widening project with security forces drawn from multiple police stations. ... read..

Andhra Pradesh: Fire breaks out at scrap shop in Vishakhapatnam, no casualty reported

Visakhapatnam (Andhra Pradesh) | March 29, 2026 5:51:44 PM IST

A massive fire broke out at a scrap shop within the jurisdiction of the One Town Police Station in Visakhapatnam on Sunday, authorities said, adding that there were no casualties in the blaze that could have triggered due to a possible short circuit. ... read..

"Mann Ki Baat serves as general knowledge..." BJP MP Manoj Tiwari

New Delhi | March 29, 2026 5:21:50 PM IST

Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) MP Manoj Tiwari on Sunday hailed Prime Minister Narendra Modi's monthly radio programme 'Mann Ki Baat', saying that it serves as a "general knowledge" related to the country. ... read..

"We will form govt with blessings of people of Keralam:" PM Modi

Palakkad (Kerala) | March 29, 2026 5:21:48 PM IST

Amit Shah accuses Congress of "demographic change" in Assam, says BJP will deport "every infiltrator" in 5 years

Nalbari (Assam) | March 29, 2026 5:21:47 PM IST

Ahead of the Assam Assembly elections, Union Home Minister Amit Shah launched a sharp attack on the Congress, accusing it of altering the state's demographics for vote-bank politics, while asserting that a BJP government would identify and deport "every i ... read..

IndiGo launches 30 new routes from Navi Mumbai, commences direct flights to Bhavnagar

New Delhi | March 29, 2026 5:21:42 PM IST

IndiGo is adding over 30 new routes from the Navi Mumbai International Airport between March 29 and April 23, connecting the airport to cities like Agra, Ayodhya, Bagdogra, Belgaum, Chandigarh, Diu, Kannur, Kolkata, Patna, Rajkot, Srinagar, Varanasi, Visa ... read..

"Mood for change in Kazhakkoottam": V Muraleedharan sees NDA surge after PM Modi's rally in Kerala ahead of polls

Thiruvananthapuram (Kerala) | March 29, 2026 4:51:50 PM IST

Ahead of the Kerala Assembly elections, BJP candidate for Kazhakkoottam, V Muraleedharan, asserted that a strong "mood for change" is visible among voters in the constituency and across the state. ... read..

Kerala LoP VD Satheesan challenges CM Pinarayi Vijayan for 'open debate'

Thiuranathapuram (Kerala) | March 29, 2026 4:51:49 PM IST

Ahead of the state assembly election, Kerala Assembly LoP VD Satheesan took a sharp jibe at Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan on Sunday and challenged him to an open debate. ... read..

"Opposition doesnot have any substantive issues": Uttarakhand CM Pushkar Singh Dhami

Dehradun (Uttarakhand) | March 29, 2026 4:21:52 PM IST

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Sunday criticised opposition parties for spreading rumours and stated that the opposition lacks "substantial issues" and is instead propagating falsehoods. ... read..

"All policies of LDF, UDF only for votebank politics": PM Modi ahead of Kerala polls

Palakkad (Kerala) | March 29, 2026 4:21:50 PM IST

Ahead of the Kerala Assembly Elections, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday addressing his first Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)-NDA rally in the State, launched a sharp attack on Kerala's dominant political parties, the Left Democratic Front (LDF) and Un ... read..

Congress has 'no presence' in Tamil Nadu: AIADMK candidate SP Shunmuganathan

Thoothukudi (Tamil Nadu) | March 29, 2026 4:21:48 PM IST

All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (AIADMK) candidate SP Shunmuganathan, who is contesting from the Srivaikuntam Assembly Constituency on Sunday, highlighted the strong alliance between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and AIADMK's Edappadi Palaniswami. ... read..

"BJP-led NDA Govt committed to Indians' safety in Gulf": PM Modi in Kerala slams Congress for risking lives with 'dangerous' remarks for "political gains"

Palakkad (Kerala) | March 29, 2026 4:21:46 PM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday said that the central government has prioritised the safety of Indians in conflict zones amidst the ongoing crisis in West Asia, which has a sizeable number of people from Kerala. ... read..

"Will resign if proven guilty in boat theft case...": Rajya Sabha MP Beeda Mastan Rao

Nellore (Andhra Pradesh) | March 29, 2026 3:51:54 PM IST

Nellore Rajya Sabha MP Beeda Mastan Rao has strongly denied allegations linking him to the release of boats from Puducherry. He stated that false accusations, underlining that he will resign if proven guilty. He clarified that fishermen have been the back ... read..

AIADMK's Edappadi K Palaniswami slams DMK over failure on rain response

Thoothukudi (Tamil Nadu) | March 29, 2026 3:51:52 PM IST

The AIADMK General Secretary and former Chief Minister. Edappadi K. Palaniswami on Sunday criticised the DMK party over its failure to take appropriate action during severe rainfall in 2023. ... read..

"Corruption has flourished under Mamata in Bengal": Andhra BJP Minority Morcha chief Syed Basha

Vijayawada (Andhra Pradesh) | March 29, 2026 3:51:51 PM IST

Andhra Pradesh BJP Minority Morcha president Syed Basha on Sunday slammed West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee and said that under her governance, corruption has flourished in the State and Bangladeshi infiltrators have made it a home, leading to ex ... read..

LJK's Jose Charles Martin will con Puducherry via lotteries, says Congress leader Dolly Sharma

By Mohd Amir Khan

Puducherry | March 29, 2026 4:51:54 PM IST

Congress leader Dolly Sharma on Sunday slammed Latchiya Jananayaga Katchi (LJK) party candidate Jose Charles Martin, saying that he will con the entire Union Territory through lottery schemes. ... read..

DMK-led alliance will sweep polls, party to win around 200 seats: MDMK chief Vaiko

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | March 29, 2026 3:51:45 PM IST

Marumalarchi Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (MDMK) founder and General Secretary Vaiko expressed confidence in the DMK-led alliance's prospects in the upcoming Assembly elections, stating that the secular progressive front will sweep the polls and the party co ... read..

Civil Aviation Minister Ram Mohan Naidu launches Digi Yatra at Jolly Grant Airport in Dehradun

New Delhi | March 29, 2026 3:51:42 PM IST

Union Civil Aviation Minister Union Civil Aviation Minister Ram Mohan Naidu on Sunday virtually launched the Digi Yatra facility at Jolly Grant Airport in Dehradun from Rajkot in Gujarat. ... read..

Western disturbance currently approaching from West: Weather Scientist Srivastava

Varanasi (Uttar Pradesh) | March 29, 2026 3:51:40 PM IST

As the region continues to experience unusual weather fluctuations, leading atmospheric scientist Professor Manoj Kumar Srivastava described the ongoing conditions as part of a broader seasonal transition from winter to summer. ... read..

"Galgotias University students brought to Modi's rally to fill chairs, they were promised vacations": Akhilesh Yadav

Noida (Uttar Pradesh) | March 29, 2026 3:51:35 PM IST

Samajwadi Party Akhilesh Yadav, while addressing the Samajwadi Samanta Bhaichara Rally, alleged that Galgotias University, which was recently in controversy, had sent students to attend a rally of Narendra Modi to fill empty seats. ... read..

Kerala CM Pinarayi Vijayan rejects CPM-SDPI 'deal' allegation as "baseless"

Malappuram (Kerala) | March 29, 2026 3:21:57 PM IST

Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan has dismissed allegations of a CPI (M)-SDPI deal for the upcoming Assembly elections as "false", stating that the United Democratic Front (UDF) is making such claims for political gain. ... read..

BRS demands immediate dismissal of minister Ponguleti; KTR warns of approaching Governor, if Telangana govt fails to act

Hyderabad (Telangana) | March 29, 2026 3:21:55 PM IST

Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) has demanded the immediate dismissal of Minister Ponguleti Srinivas Reddy over allegations of corruption and illegal mining. ... read..

Hyderabad: Former VP Venkaiah Naidu, G Kishan Reddy participate in 'Yuva Bharat Run'

Hyderabad (Telangana) | March 29, 2026 3:21:54 PM IST

Former Vice President M Venkaiah Naidu, Telangana Governor Shiv Pratap Shukla, and Union Minister G Kishan Reddy on Sunday participated in the 'Yuva Bharat Run' held in Hyderabad. ... read..

Vote for BJP to make Assam free of infiltrators: Amit Shah in Sonitpur

Sonitpur (Assam) | March 29, 2026 3:21:51 PM IST

Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Sunday campaigned for BJP candidate Ashok Singhal in the Dhekiajuli Assembly constituency, urging voters to support the party in the upcoming Assam Assembly elections to make the state "free of infiltrators" and ensure las ... read..

West Bengal: BJP's Bidhannagar candidate conducts morning-walk campaign ahead of polls

North 24 Parganas (West Bengal) | March 29, 2026 3:21:47 PM IST

Preparing for the West Bengal Assembly elections, BJP's Bidhannagar candidate Sharadwat Mukhopadhyay on Sunday interacted with the public as he conducted a morning walk campaign at Salt Lake, Central Park. ... read..

People fed up with Congress and CPM: Kerala BJP chief Rajeev Chandrasekhar

Thiruvananthapuram (Kerala) | March 29, 2026 3:21:46 PM IST

Ahead of the Assembly polls, Kerala BJP president Rajeev Chandrasekhar on Sunday said people in the state are looking for change as they are "fed up" of the Communist Party of India (Marxist) and Congress. ... read..

Tiruchirappalli will play key role in DMK's victory in Tamil Nadu: Minister KN Nehru

Tiruchirappalli (Tamil Nadu) | March 29, 2026 3:21:44 PM IST

Tamil Nadu Minister KN Nehru on Sunday said Tiruchirappalli will play a key role in ensuring victory for DMK in the state Assembly polls. ... read..

Hydroponic marijuana worth ?26.8 crore seized at Pune Airport; one arrested

Pune (Maharashtra) | March 29, 2026 3:21:43 PM IST

In a major drug bust, Pune Customs officials have seized hydroponic marijuana valued at approximately ?26.80 crore from an import consignment at the Air Cargo Complex of Pune International Airport, officials said. ... read..

"Government is concerned about needs of everyone": BJP chief Nabin hails PM Modi's Mann Ki Baat

Guwahati (Assam) | March 29, 2026 3:21:41 PM IST

Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) National President Nitin Nabin on Sunday lauded Prime Minister Narendra Modi's address in the 132nd episode of 'Mann Ki Baat' and said the PM has assured the people that the government is concerned about all their needs while ... read..

People won't be able to eat non-veg under BJP: West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee

Purulia (West Bengal) | March 29, 2026 3:21:39 PM IST

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Sunday launched a scathing attack against the BJP in the run-up to the 2026 state elections, accusing the opposition party of inciting riots. ... read..

Kerala polls: Sumesh Achuthan will become voice of people, says Congress MP Tharoor in Chittoor

Palakkad (Kerala) | March 29, 2026 3:21:38 PM IST

Congress MP Shashi Tharoor on Sunday showcased support for the United Democratic Front (UDF) candidate from Chittoor Assembly constituency in Palakkad in Kerala. ... read..

"System failed to act in time": Gaurav Gogoi seeks Centre's intervention after Gammon Bridge collapses in Assam

Guwahati (Assam) | March 29, 2026 2:51:49 PM IST

Assam Congress President and Jorhat candidate Gaurav Gogoi on Sunday slammed the BJP government after the collapse of the Gammon Bridge over the Dikhow river in Sivasagar, asking Union Minister Nitin Gadkari to intervene. ... read..

"People are against anti-people policies": Congress MLA AP Anil Kumar ahead of Kerala polls

Mallapuram (Kerala) | March 29, 2026 2:51:46 PM IST

Ahead of the Kerala Assembly elections, Congress MLA AP Anil Kumar on Sunday launched his campaign in Wandoor (SC) constituency, asserting that the people are against the current government's "anti-people policies" and expressing confidence of securing a ... read..

"Mann Ki Baat won't solve any issues": Congress MP KC Venugopal slams PM Modi over "inaction" in West Asia conflict

Kochi (Kerala) | March 29, 2026 2:51:44 PM IST

Amid the ongoing West Asia conflict, Congress MP KC Venugopal on Sunday launched a sharp attack on Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday, accusing him of "inaction" regarding the hardships faced by Indians in the Gulf region. ... read..

"TVK to lose deposit in Perambur, Trichy East a fortress of DMK": MP Kalanidhi Veeraswamy on Vijay contesting Tamil Nadu polls

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | March 29, 2026 2:51:42 PM IST

DMK MP Kalanidhi Veeraswamy from North Chennai on Sunday claimed that Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) chief Vijay will lose his deposit on contesting elections from the Perambur seat, and termed Trichy East as a "fortress for DMK". ... read..

Gujarat CM inaugurates four-lane flyover at Satadhar Junction in Ahmedabad

Gandhinagar (Gujarat) | March 29, 2026 2:51:35 PM IST

Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel on Sunday inaugurated the newly constructed four-lane flyover bridge at Satadhar Junction in Ahmedabad. ... read..

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh to campaign in Assam on March 31, Kerala from April 1-2 ahead of Assembly polls

New Delhi | March 29, 2026 2:51:33 PM IST

With Assembly elections around the corner, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh will campaign in Assam on March 31 and in Kerala on April 1 and 2, as political parties gear up for high-stakes contests in both states. ... read..

Uttarakhand CM Dhami hails PM Modi's "Mann Ki Baat" programme

Dehradun (Uttarakhand) | March 29, 2026 2:51:28 PM IST

Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Sunday listened to the 132nd episode of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's "Mann Ki Baat" programme at Hotel Royal Inn Palace in Indranagar, Dehradun. ... read..

CM Vijayan looted economy of Kerala: KC Venugopal

Kochi (Kerala) | March 29, 2026 2:21:36 PM IST

With the Kerala Assembly Elections approaching, Congress MP KC Venugopal on Sunday accused Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan of "looting" the economy of Kerala and using public funds for political branding, drawing a contrast between the LDF and the Congres ... read..

Oppn attempting to induce 'artificial fear', says BJP's Tarun Chugh on PM Modi's message to citizens in 'Mann ki Baat'

Amritsar (Punjab) | March 29, 2026 1:51:45 PM IST

BJP National General Secretary Tarun Chugh on Sunday launched sharp political attacks against the opposition parties while interacting with journalists as he listened to Prime Minister Narendra Modi's popular radio program, "Mann Ki Baat," from his office ... read..

2026 West Bengal elections will be Waterloo for Mamata Banerjee: BJP leader CR Kesavan

New Delhi | March 29, 2026 1:51:39 PM IST

BJP National Spokesperson CR Kesavan on Sunday backed Union Home Minister Amit Shah's remarks against the Mamata Banerjee-led government in West Bengal, asserting that the upcoming 2026 Assembly elections would be a "waterloo" for the ruling Trinamool Con ... read..

UDF will come to power with 100+ seats: IUML MP Abdussamad Samadani ahead of Kerala Polls

Mallapuram (Kerala) | March 29, 2026 1:51:35 PM IST

Ahead of the Kerala Assembly elections, Indian Union Muslim League (IUML) MP Abdussamad Samadani on Sunday expressed confidence that the United Democratic Front (UDF) is set to secure over 100 seats, citing public desire for change after a decade of Left ... read..

"Congress will form govt in Kerala, BJP won't open account": Congress' Ramesh Chennithala

Ernakulam (Kerala) | March 29, 2026 1:51:34 PM IST

Congress leader Ramesh Chennithala on Sunday expressed confidence that his party would form the government. ... read..

Tamil Nadu Elections: TVK chief Vijay promises drug-free state, monthly assistance for students

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | March 29, 2026 1:22:19 PM IST

Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) President Vijay on Sunday unveiled the party's manifesto for the 2026 Tamil Nadu Assembly elections, promising "anti-drug protection zones" and a monthly assistance for students. ... read..

Nagaland advancing children's education while preserving its cultural heritage: PM Modi

New Delhi | March 29, 2026 1:22:17 PM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday said the Naga community is making an effort to preserve the past and prepare for the future through education. ... read..

Telangana Assembly clears resolution to take over Hyderabad Metro phase-I from L&T

Hyderabad (Telangana) | March 29, 2026 1:22:15 PM IST

The Telangana Government has decided to undertake the Metro Rail expansion project by taking into consideration the broader interests of the people and the demand from the various sections of the society in the state, the release said. ... read..

DMK leader Saravanan Annadurai questions BJP over speculation of Union MoS L Murugan contesting Tamil Nadu polls

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | March 29, 2026 1:22:12 PM IST

Darvida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) spokesperson Saravanan Annadurai on Sunday questioned the BJP over speculation of Union Minister of State (MoS) L Murugan contesting the upcoming Tamil Nadu elections. ... read..

"PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana impact being seen across every corner": PM Modi

New Delhi | March 29, 2026 1:22:11 PM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday highlighted the impact of the PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana, sharing success stories of the initiative, which was launched two years ago. ... read..

People of West Bengal are going to completely end 15 years of TMC misrule: Shehzad Poonawalla

Hyderabad (Telangana) | March 29, 2026 12:52:24 PM IST

Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) spokesperson Shehzad Poonawalla on Sunday slammed the Trinamool Congress (TMC) government in West Bengal, citing 15 years of misgovernance, corruption, and economic decline. ... read..

Form double-engine govt in Bengal: BJP candidate Krishna Kant Saha appeals to locals in Birbhum

Birbhum (West Bengal) | March 29, 2026 12:52:21 PM IST

Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) candidate Krishna Kant Saha on Sunday visited the fish market in Birbhum, met people and interacted with locals ahead of the West Bengal Assembly Polls. ... read..

Gujarat: PM Modi to inaugurate semiconductor OSAT plant in Sanand on March 31

Gandhinagar (Gujarat) | March 29, 2026 12:52:19 PM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to inaugurate Kaynes Semicon's OSAT facility in Sanand on March 31. ... read..

Delhi: Crime branch busts inter-state mobile theft racket, 83 phones recovered

New Delhi | March 29, 2026 12:52:18 PM IST

The Eastern Range-I of the Delhi Crime Branch has busted an inter-state stolen mobile phone racket operating from Yamuna Vihar, recovering 83 stolen devices that were being sent to Bangladesh via West Bengal, officials said on Sunday. ... read..

Tamil Nadu Assembly elections 2026: TVK chief Vijay to contest from Perambur, Trichy East

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | March 29, 2026 12:52:15 PM IST

Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) chief Vijay on Sunday announced that he will contest from the Perambur and Trichy East Assembly constituency in the upcomoing Tamil Nadu Assembly elections. ... read..

Telangana: BRS protests Revenue Minister's role in alleged illegal mining, demands probe

Hyderabad (Telangana) | March 29, 2026 12:52:08 PM IST

Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) MLA Kalvakuntla Sanjay Kumar on Sunday demanded action against Telangana Revenue Minister for alleged illegal mining, citing evidence of revenue loss. ... read..

PM Modi thanks Gulf nations for assistance amid West Asia conflict; says "no place for self-serving politics"

New Delhi | March 29, 2026 12:22:06 PM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday expressed gratitude towards Gulf nations for assistance to Indians residing there amid the West Asia conflict and noted that India is facing the global fuel crisis resolutely. ... read..

"Muslim population is increasing in Bengal": Bihar BJP Chief accuses Mamata govt of protecting infiltrators, Rohingyas

Patna (Bihar) | March 29, 2026 12:21:58 PM IST

Bihar Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) President Sanjay Saraogi on Sunday supported Home Minister Amit Shah's claims, alleging the TMC government in West Bengal is protecting infiltrators and Rohingyas, and misusing resources. ... read..

"Time to reiterate our resolve to conserve water": PM Modi hails conservation efforts across the nation

New Delhi | March 29, 2026 12:21:55 PM IST

With the beginning of summer, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday emphasized the need to "reiterate the resolve" for water conservation across the nation, hailing the impact of several campaigns throughout the years in bringing awareness to the cause. ... read..

TMC's game of appeasement will end soon: BJP leader Pratul Shah Deo

Ranchi (Jharkhand) | March 29, 2026 12:21:53 PM IST

Bharatiya Janta Party (BJP) leader Pratul Shah Deo on Sunday accused the Trinamool Congress government in West Bengal of "atrocities" and "appeasement" politics, alleging failure on land fencing and asserting that such practices will soon come to an end. ... read..

"For 30-40 years, infiltrators have been taking advantage": Dilip Jaiswal supports Amit Shah's push for India-Bangladesh border fencing

Patna (Bihar) | March 29, 2026 11:51:40 AM IST

Bihar State Minister Dilip Jaiswal on Sunday highlighted concerns about infiltration from Bangladesh, citing porous borders and lack of fencing in certain areas. ... read..

"Vote without fail": Tirupattur Collector urges 100% turnout ahead of polls

Tirupattur (Tamil Nadu) | March 29, 2026 11:21:53 AM IST

A voter awareness rally was held in Tirupattur ahead of the Tamil Nadu Assembly elections, flagged off by District Collector Sivasoundaravalli, who led the campaign to encourage citizens to exercise their right to vote. ... read..

Gitavratis' conference to be held in Kurukshetra from March 27-29: Founder of the Geeta Pariwar Swami Govind Dev Giri Ji Maharaj

Ayodhya (Uttar Pradesh) | March 29, 2026 11:21:48 AM IST

Founder of the Geeta Pariwar and Treasurer of the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust, Swami Govind Dev Giri Ji Maharaj, on Sunday announced that a conference for 'Gitavratis' will be held in Kurukshetra from March 27 to 29. ... read..

Ek Bharat, Shreshtha Bharat: PM Modi invites people to visit Madhavpur Mela in Gujarat

New Delhi | March 29, 2026 10:51:58 AM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday extended his best wishes for the ongoing Madhavpur Mela taking place in Porbandar district of Gujarat, highlighting the cultural significance of the festival. ... read..

Tamil Nadu: Madurai residents demand Vaigai river restoration ahead of Assembly polls

Madurai (Tamil Nadu) | March 29, 2026 10:51:56 AM IST

With the election season gaining momentum, residents across six Assembly constituencies, Madurai East, West, North, South, Central, and Thiruparankundram, covering the city areas, have renewed their demand for action on long-pending civic issues, stating ... read..

Uttarakhand CM Dhami assures preparation underway to ensure safe, smooth Char Dham Yatra

New Delhi | March 29, 2026 10:51:53 AM IST

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Sunday said that the government is ensuring a safe and smooth Char Dham Yatra for the devotees. ... read..

Former Environment Minister Jairam Ramesh slams Centre for taking credit for Great Indian Bustard conservation in Kutch

New Delhi | March 29, 2026 10:51:48 AM IST

Former Environment Minister Jairam Ramesh on Sunday said that he had called for the conservation of the Great Indian Bustard, after which the then Gujarat Chief Minister (now PM) Narendra Modi started working on protecting the bird's natural habitat. ... read..

Uttarakhand: LPG shortage in Mussoorie forces hotels, restaurants to switch to alternative fuels

Mussoorie (Uttarakhand) | March 29, 2026 10:22:02 AM IST

Amid the ongoing West Asia Crisis, the resulting disruptions have led to a shortage in the supply of commercial LPG cylinders. ... read..

CISF conducts counter-terrorist mock exercise at IGI Airport

New Delhi | March 29, 2026 10:22:00 AM IST

The Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) on Sunday conducted a Joint Counter-Terrorist Mock Exercise at IGI Airport, Delhi, to assess preparedness and enhance seamless inter-agency coordination against evolving security threats. ... read..

Delhi Police bust high-tech extortion gang using recovery app to target agents; 4 held

New Delhi | March 29, 2026 10:21:58 AM IST

The Delhi Police arrested four members of a tech-enabled gang in East Delhi for impersonating recovery agents and extorting money from vehicle owners using EMI data from a mobile app. ... read..

Delhi: Boxer and Olympic medalist Mary Kom participates in 'Fit India Sundays' on Cycle

New Delhi | March 29, 2026 10:21:53 AM IST

Indian boxer and Olympic medalist Mary Kom took part in the Fit India Sundays on Cycle event here, aimed at promoting fitness and healthy lifestyles. ... read..

Catholic christians mark Palm Sunday with religious fervour in Tamil Nadu

Thoothukudi (Tamil Nadu) | March 29, 2026 10:21:52 AM IST

Catholic Christians observed Palm Sunday with deep devotion at the Sacred Heart Cathedral in Thoothukudi today, marking the remembrance of Jesus Christ's entry into Jerusalem. A large number of Catholic Christians gathered at the cathedral for the occasio ... read..

Noida woman dies by suicide after jumping from 28th floor of residential building

Noida (Uttar Pradesh) | March 29, 2026 10:21:46 AM IST

A 21-year-old woman allegedly died by suicide after jumping from the 28th floor of a residential society in Noida on March 29, police said. ... read..

J-K: Heavy snowfall shuts Bandipora-Gurez road for vehicles

Bandipora (Jammu and Kashmir) | March 29, 2026 10:21:45 AM IST

Vehicular movement on the 85-kilometre-long Bandipora-Gurez road has been suspended as a precautionary measure, as fresh snowfall continues to blanket the higher reaches of Bandipora district, including Gurez and Tulail. ... read..

J-K: CM Omar Abdullah flags off inaugural Jammu Marathon alongside fitness icons Milind Soman, Gul Panag

Jammu (Jammu and Kashmir) | March 29, 2026 9:51:45 AM IST

Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah flagged off the inaugural Jammu Marathon at Maulana Azad Stadium on Sunday, joining participants alongside Milind Soman and Gul Panag. ... read..

Tamil Nadu: 1 dead, 2 injured after ceiling collapses at Trichy's Samayapuram Temple

Tiruchirappalli (Tamil Nadu) | March 29, 2026 9:22:28 AM IST

A devotee was killed while two others were injured after a portion of the ceiling collapsed at the Samayapuram Mariamman Temple in Tiruchirappalli, police said on Sunday. ... read..

West Bengal: BJP candidate Dilip Ghosh blames CM Mamata for clash in Murshidabad

Paschim Medinipur (West Bengal) | March 29, 2026 9:22:23 AM IST

BJP leader and candidate from Kharagpur Sadar, Dilip Ghosh, on Sunday blamed West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee for the clash between two communities in Murshidabad on Ram Navami. ... read..

Manipur: Security forces arrest PLA, UPPK active cadres

Imphal (Manipur) | March 29, 2026 9:22:21 AM IST

Security forces in Manipur arrested an extortionist and active cadre of the Revolutionary People's Front (RPF)'s wing, People's Liberation Army (PLA), and an active United People's Party of Kangleipak (UPPK) cadre, a press release from Manipur Police stat ... read..

Congress MLA Satheesan alleges CPI(M)-BJP nexus in Kerala, claims agencies soft on CM Vijayan's family cases

By Siddharth

Ernakulam (Kerala) | March 29, 2026 9:22:19 AM IST

Kerala's outgoing Leader of Opposition and senior Congress leader VD Satheesan reiterated his claim of a secret deal between the CPI(M) and the BJP-led NDA in the state, claiming that the Left government is appeasing the latter to stall investigations int ... read..

"No cylinder found, it was explosive material": Eyewitness on Jorhat blast

Jorhat (Assam) | March 29, 2026 9:22:18 AM IST

An explosion in a residential area of Assam's Jorhat district killed two people, including a child, and injured several others, with eyewitnesses saying the blast did not appear to be caused by a cylinder. ... read..

J-K: BGSBU, Rajouri District administration & IGNCA host vibrant folk tribal musical programme

Rajouri (Jammu and Kashmir) | March 29, 2026 9:22:16 AM IST

A folk tribal musical programme was organised by Baba Ghulam Shah Badshah University (BGSBU) in collaboration with the District Administration Rajouri and the Indira Gandhi National Centre for the Arts (IGNCA) at Founder's Park, BGSBU, with enthusiastic p ... read..

Siliguri: EC deploys live IP cameras, training underway ahead of West Bengal polls

Siliguri (West Bengal) | March 29, 2026 8:52:23 AM IST

The Election Commission of India has introduced car-mounted live IP cameras on vehicles deployed by Static Surveillance Teams (SST) and Flying Squad Teams (FST) to enable real-time monitoring of polling activities during the upcoming West Bengal Assembly ... read..

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