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Delhi govt issues policy for commercial LPG cylinder distribution amid scarcity

The Delhi government issued a priority-based policy for the distribution of commercial LPG cylinders amid the prevailing scarcity situation in the national capital.... read..

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Man arrested for allegedly molestating, intimidation woman in North West Delhi: Police

A man was arrested for allegedly molesting and criminally intimidating a woma, Delhi police said.... read..

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"Odia community is my extended family": Delhi CM Rekha Gupta at Odisha Parba 2026

Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta attended the Odisha Parba-2026 at Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium along with Union Women and Child Development Minister Annapurna Devi and described the community living in the national capital as her "extended family".... read..

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Harbhajan Singh pushes for safer digital space for kids; urges social media ban for children below 16

Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) MP Harbhajan Singh expressed concerns over explicit content on social media, urging stricter laws to block pornographic websites and regulate online harm.... read..

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Gold 10 grams Futures contracts to be available for trading in Commodity Derivatives segment from March 16: NSE

The National Stock Exchange (NSE), which has announced introduction of Gold 10 grams Futures contracts in Commodity Derivatives Segment, has said that it would be available for trading in Commodity Derivatives segment with effect from March 16, 2026.... read..

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Propaganda about ships not real issue, but reality faced by ordinary Indians: Congress' Manickam Tagore slams BJP

As Iran granted transit to two Indian-flagged ships through the Strait of Hormuz amid the ongoing West Asia conflict, Congress MP Manickam Tagore said the focus should not be on "propaganda about ships" but on the difficulties faced by ordinary Indians.... read..

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Delhi HC lists habeas corpus pleas for urgent hearing on March 15

The Delhi High Court on Saturday listed multiple habeas corpus pleas for urgent hearing on Sunday. These pleas are for the production of the students allegedly detained illegally by the Delhi Police.... read..

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Prime Minister Modi inaugurates OIL's Numaligarh-Siliguri Product Pipeline capacity augmentation project

The Prime Minister of India, Narendra Modi, inaugurated the Capacity Augmentation Project of the Numaligarh-Siliguri Product Pipeline (NSPL) of Oil India Limited (OIL) during a public meeting held in Guwahati on Friday.... read..

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CBI arrests two Delhi Police head constables in ?20,000 bribery case

The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has arrested two head constables of Delhi Police posted at Sultanpuri Police Station for allegedly demanding and accepting a bribe of ?20,000 from a complainant.... read..

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"We are not ice and fire, we are fire and fire": Sanju Samson on his opening partnership with Abhishek Sharma

India's star opener Sanju Samson praised his opening partner Abhishek Sharma, describing their partnership as effortless and balanced. He highlighted their combination as "fire and fire", with both taking turns leading the attack.... read..

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Piyush Goyal reaffirms commitment to US trade deal, says "India economically resilient amid West Asia conflict"

Amidst the ongoing West Asia conflict and evolving world order, Union Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal on Saturday asserted that India remains economically resilient with strong fundamentals.... read..

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Despite global challenges, India's growth outlook resilient due to favourable rates: HSBC MF report

India's economic growth remains resilient despite global macro-economic challenges, supported by favourable interest rate and liquidity conditions, according to a report by HSBC Mutual Fund.... read..

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Delhi Court sends CBI Inspector Deepak Phalswal to 14-day judicial custody; rejects bail in bribery case

A Rouse Avenue court of Delhi on Saturday remanded Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) Inspector to 14 days of judicial custody and rejected his bail plea in a corruption case registered under the Prevention of Corruption Act.... read..

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VVS Laxman recalls "special" Eden Gardens partnership with Dravid as Kolkata Test turns 25

Former India cricketer VVS Laxman reminisced about his iconic partnership with Rahul Dravid during the historic Kolkata Test of 2001, saying the stand was built on belief, patience and resilience when the match seemed to be slipping away from India.... read..

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AI Summit protest case: Delhi court reserves order on Manish Sharma's anticipatory bail till March 18

Delhi's Patiala House Court on Saturday reserved its order on the anticipatory bail plea of Manish Sharma until March 18 in connection with the AI Summit protest case.... read..

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"Modi govt stands exposed again": Kejriwal calls out Centre's action after Sonam Wangchuk's release

Aam Aadmi Party Chief Arvind Kejriwal on Saturday said Prime Minister Narendra Modi-led government is "exposed" again after the Centre revoked the detention of Sonam Wangchuk with immediate effect.... read..

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Demand for induction cooktops jumps to 1-2 lakh units a day: Merchant Association

The demand for induction cooktops has surged sharply across India, with sales jumping from around 1,000-2,000 units a month to nearly 1-2 lakh units a day with the LPG gas shortage amid the West Asia conflict.... read..

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"Have to damage these bases so they cannot attack": Representative of Iran's Supreme Leader clarifies strikes on Gulf nations

The representative of Iran's Supreme Leader in India, Abdul Majid Hakeem Ilahi, on Saturday defended Iran's attacks on neighbouring Gulf countries amid the West Asia conflict, saying that the strikes are aimed at US-backed bases used against Tehran and ar... read..

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Ayatollah Ali Khamenei loved India; insisted on good cooperation between India-Iran, says Representative of Iran's Supreme Leader

Representative of Iran's Supreme Leader in India, Abdul Majid Hakeem Ilahi underlined how Iran's former Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei insisted on having deeper ties with India. He underlined the historic longstanding ties between the two countries... read..

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Global crude oil prices may hit USD 120/barrel in short term, USD 150 if gulf war extends over a month: Kotak's Chainwala

Global crude oil prices could rise to USD 120 per barrel in the short term and potentially reach USD 150 per barrel if war extends over a month and geopolitical tensions continue in West Asia, Kayanat Chainwala, Assistant Vice President, Kotak Securities,... read..

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Government assures adequate fertilizer availability for Kharif season 2026

The government is prepared with a robust fertilizer inventory and is fully equipped to handle the upcoming Kharif season amid the geopolitical disruptions caused by the West Asia conflict.... read..

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'Pious, wise, pure': Representative of Iran's Supreme Leader on Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei

Representative of Iran's Supreme Leader, Abdul Majid Hakeem Ilahi, spoke of the recent appointment of Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei as the Supreme Leader of Iran, praising him for his experience in management and humility.... read..

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NC MPs meet President Murmu, press for Jammu Kashmir statehood

Members of Parliament from the Jammu and Kashmir National Conference in the Rajya Sabha met President Droupadi Murmu and submitted a memorandum highlighting pressing issues, including early restoration of full statehood.... read..

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Delhi: Student jumps onto metro track in Dwarka Sec-14, injured

A student jumped onto the metro track at Dwarka Sector-14 Metro Station in Delhi, police said.... read..

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SEBI sets conditions for intraday borrowings by mutual funds from April 1

Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has laid down conditions for intraday borrowings by mutual funds, stating that the facility will be allowed primarily to address short-term timing mismatches in fund flows and will come into effect from April ... read..

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"I also missed in 2015": Saina Nehwal empathises with Lakshya Sen after All England Open heartbreak

India's first Olympic medallist in badminton, Saina Nehwal, empathised with star Indian shuttler Lakshya Sen after he narrowly missed out on the title at the All England Open Badminton Championships 2026 in Birmingham, falling short of becoming only the t... read..

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"I can't be the mentor for Delhi Capitals in this IPL season": Kevin Pietersen

Legendary England batter Kevin Pietersen on Saturday announced to pull off as Delhi Capitals' mentor for the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026, citing time constraints, but will return to his role as a commentator and broadcaster in the 'world's best leagu... read..

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Global sugar prices fall amid surplus supply from Brazil, outlook for Indian sugar sector remains stable: ICRA

The prices of sugar globally have declined sharply amid surplus supply from Brazil, even as the outlook for the Indian sugar sector remains stable, according to a report by ICRA Limited.... read..

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Dharmendra Pradhan slams oppn over Parliament disruptions, says Congress turned it into "shop of lies"

Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan slammed the opposition over repeated disruptions in Parliament, stating that Congress has turned it into a "shop of lies".... read..

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"Former athletes should return as coaches to strengthen Indian sport": Anurag Thakur

Member of Parliament and former Union Sports Minister Anurag Singh Thakur on Saturday said India must bring former athletes back into the sporting ecosystem as coaches and mentors to strengthen the country's sports development structure.... read..

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Rupee likely to remain volatile through March amid geopolitical tensions: Union Bank report

Indian rupee is expected to remain volatile throughout March as geopolitical tensions and global economic factors continue to exert pressure on the currency, according to a report by Union Bank of India.... read..

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"He's standing at the end holding up a World Cup trophy": Ponting speaks on Suryakumar's captaincy after India's T20 WC triumph

Big tournaments often reveal the subtleties of leadership, and former Australia skipper Ricky Ponting saw plenty of that in the way India navigated their ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026 campaign under skipper Suryakumar Yadav.... read..

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"Pickleball is becoming very popular in our country": Saina Nehwal backs growing sport; rules out active politics for now

Olympic medallist Saina Nehwal believes pickleball has a bright future in India as the sport continues to gain popularity across the country.... read..

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Land-for-job case: ED says sufficient material to frame charges against Lalu Prasad Yadav and others

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) on Saturday submitted before a Delhi court that there is sufficient material to frame charges against RJD chief Lalu Prasad Yadav and other accused persons, including his family members, in the alleged land-for-job money l... read..

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Delhi CM Rekha Gupta launches projects to enhance drainage, road infrastructure in Shalimar Bagh

Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Saturday inaugurated several key development projects in the Shalimar Bagh Assembly constituency, aimed at improving drainage, road infrastructure, and public amenities.... read..

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Centre revokes detention of Sonam Wangchuk under NSA; leaders welcome decision as 'victory for Ladakh'

The government has decided to revoke the detention of Ladakh activist Sonam Wangchuk with immediate effect by exercising the powers available under the National Security Act (NSA), the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) said on Saturday.... read..

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"Another act of aggression": India condemns Pakistani air strikes on Afghanistan

India on Saturday strongly condemned recent air strikes carried out by Pakistan on Afghan territory, stating that such actions violate Afghanistan's sovereignty and territorial integrity.... read..

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Govt notifies Electricity (Amendment) Rules 2026 to simplify captive power generation framework

The Government has notified the Electricity (Amendment) Rules, 2026, amending Rule 3 of the Electricity Rules, 2005 relating to Captive Generating Plants (CGPs).... read..

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JK Bose Inter-Zonal T20 Cricket Trophy: Rishabh Singh's century powers North Zone to big win; South beat East

Rishabh Singh's blistering unbeaten century powered North Zone to a commanding nine-wicket victory over West Zone in the JK Bose Inter-Zonal T20 Cricket Trophy at the Roshanara Cricket Club, being played as part of the Golden Jubilee edition of the Sports... read..

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"Undemocratic practice from colonial era": Shashi Tharoor urges SC to limit detention as Centre releases Sonam Wangchuk

As the Centre revoked the detention of Sonam Wangchuk with immediate effect, Congress MP Shashi Tharoor welcomed the decision and urged the Supreme Court to evolve a strict norm for maximum periods of detention permissible without trial.... read..

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"No evidence against him, BJP committed a sin": Bhupesh Baghel as MHA revokes Wangchuk's detention

After the Ministry of Home Affairs revoked activist Sonak Wangchuk's detention, Former Chhattisgarh Chief Minister and Congress leader Bhupesh Baghel on Saturday criticised the BJP, saying Wangchuk, a respected figure, was wrongfully detained despite no e... read..

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India-Japan economic ties set to deepen through mid-sized industry partnerships: FICCI-SAM Report

The next phase of India-Japan economic cooperation will increasingly be driven by collaboration between Japanese mid-sized enterprises (Chuken) and India's dynamic mid-sized manufacturing firms, according to a report by FICCI jointly with Shardul Amarchan... read..

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Congress releases 2nd list of 23 candidates for Assam Assembly polls

The Congress on Saturday released its second list of candidates for the upcoming 2026 Assam state polls, announcing 23 names, bringing the total tally to 65 out of 126 state assembly seats.... read..

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Volatility likely to persist in Indian equities, large caps preferred over mid, small caps: SBI Funds

Rising geopolitical tensions and elevated crude oil prices are adding new risks to the macroeconomic environment and could create upward pressure on inflation, according to a report by SBI Funds Management.... read..

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Union Minister Jitendra Singh congratulates ISRO on successful CE20 Cryogenic Engine Test

Union Minister Jitendra Singh on Saturday congratulated ISRO on its successful test of the CE20 cryogenic engine in Tamil Nadu.... read..

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Centre decides to revoke detention of activist Sonam Wangchuk with immediate effect

The government has decided to revoke the detention of Sonam Wangchuk with immediate effect by exercising the powers available under the National Security Act (NSA), the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) said on Saturday.... read..

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Delhi Police arrests key shooter member of Kapil Sangwan gang, accused in Jail

Delhi Police arrested a proclaimed offender and the shooter of the Kapil Sangwan alias Nandu gang at Mahendergarh in Haryana on Wednesday.... read..

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"BJP govt prepared to sacrifice Indian agriculture for their self-interest": Rahul Gandhi

Lok Sabha Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi on Saturday alleged that the BJP government was "sacrificing" Indian agriculture for their "own self-interest" as he accused them of evading his questions on Minimum Support Price (MSP) and the interim trade agr... read..

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"Law and order, development nowhere to be found": Amit Shah fires shots at Punjab govt ahead of 'Badlav' Rally in Moga

Ahead of his 'Badlav Rally' in Moga, Punjab, Union Home Minister Amit Shah cornered Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann's government, referring to it as a "remote-controlled" government, while criticising it for the law and order and development in the state.... read..

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Joint CP orders 'no routine leave' for Delhi Police staff amid prevailing law and order situation

The Joint Commissioner of Police (Operations) has issued a message to the police forces across all districts and units in Delhi.... read..

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Even MP's struggle to get tea in Parliament, claims Congress MP Mohammad Jawed on reported LPG shortage

Amid the ongoing LPG crisis in India triggered by the West Asia conflict, Congress MP Mohammad Jawed highlighted the stark contrast between the government's claims and the reality on the ground.... read..

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