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Anticipatory bail denies to Nirmal Bhangoo's daughter in PMLA case linked to Ponzi scheme

New Delhi | March 30, 2026 7:51:47 PM IST

The Delhi High Court on Monday denied anticipatory bail to the daughter of late PACL promoter Nirmal Singh Bhangoo in a money laundering case, observing that her conduct during the investigation did not warrant such relief. ... read..

MP: CM Yadav transfers Rs 169 crore to 257 MSME units, invites investors in state

Bhopal (Madhya Pradesh) | March 30, 2026 7:21:48 PM IST

Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav transferred incentive assistance of over Rs 169.57 crore to over 257 MSME units at a program themed 'Empowered MSMEs - Developed Madhya Pradesh' in the state capital here on Monday. ... read..

Naxalism has been almost eradicated from Bastar, the region is now on the path of development: Amit Shah in Lok Sabha

New Delhi | March 30, 2026 7:21:42 PM IST

Noting that the Modi government has taken several steps to usher development in areas that were affected by Left Wing Extremism, Union Home Minister Amit Shah said on Monday that Naxalism has been almost eradicated from Bastar and the region is now on the ... read..

Bihar: Patna Uni students protest against CM Nitish Kumar during new building's inauguration

Patna (Bihar) | March 30, 2026 7:21:46 PM IST

Students of Patna University on Monday protested against Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar as he arrived to inaugurate the new buildings of the administrative and academic sections. The students have alleged that none of them were called to witness the ce ... read..

Opposition should offer constructive suggestions, not politicise issues: Milind Deora on PM Modi's remarks

New Delhi | March 30, 2026 7:21:37 PM IST

Shiv Sena MP Milind Deora on Monday backed Prime Minister Narendra Modi's recent remarks, stating that India has always "transformed crises into opportunities through unity." ... read..

NGT issues notice for "non-compliance" of order to remove Dairy farms from Yamuna floodplains

New Delhi | March 30, 2026 6:52:01 PM IST

The National Green Tribunal has issued notice to authorities on an execution plea alleging failure to comply with its earlier directions concerning illegal dairy farms operating on the Yamuna floodplains in Delhi. ... read..

Centre sets up three member probe panel to review NIT Kurukshetra affairs; Director's powers withdrawn

General News | March 30, 2026 6:51:55 PM IST

The Union Ministry of Education has constituted a high-level committee to review the functioning, administration and leadership of the National Institute of Technology (NIT) Kurukshetra, even as it has withdrawn the administrative and financial powers of ... read..

Punjab Congress president jibes at CM Mann over state's NAS ranking, says AAP "reaping harvest of our hardwork"

Chandigarh | March 30, 2026 6:51:46 PM IST

Punjab Congress president Amarinder Singh Raja Warring on Monday took a dig at Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann over celebrating the state's ranking on education based on the National Achievement Survey (NAS), saying that similar achivements had been di ... read..

Delhi police arrest man flaunting firearms on social media

New Delhi | March 30, 2026 6:51:42 PM IST

Delhi Police have arrested a 26-year-old man for allegedly showing off a pistol and live cartridges on social media to "create fear and gain attention". ... read..

President Murmu to visit Bihar, Karnataka from March 31 to April 1

New Delhi | March 30, 2026 6:51:40 PM IST

President Droupadi Murmu will visit Bihar and Karnataka from March 31 to April 1, according to a press release issued by Rashtrapati Bhavan. ... read..

Telangana: BRS submits complaint to Governor against Minister Ponguleti's 'illegal land-grabbing mining' activities; demands dismissal, judicial probe

Hyderabad (Telangana) | March 30, 2026 6:51:38 PM IST

A delegation of Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) MLAs and MLCs on Monday met the Governor of Telangana, Shiv Pratap Shukla, and submitted a formal complaint seeking an inquiry into the alleged illegal mining and land-grabbing activities of Minister Ponguleti ... read..

Western Command GoC-in-C Lt Gen Manoj Kumar Katiyar to retire on March 31 after four decades of distinguished service

Chandigarh (Haryana) | March 30, 2026 6:51:36 PM IST

Lieutenant General Manoj Kumar Katiyar, General Officer Commanding-in-Chief, Western Command, will superannuate from the Indian Army on March 31, bringing to a close an illustrious military career spanning over four decades. ... read..

PIL seeks establishment of Revenue Judicial Service Cadre for land dispute adjudication

New Delhi | March 30, 2026 6:22:04 PM IST

A Public Interest Litigation has been filed before the Supreme Court seeking the establishment of a dedicated Revenue Judicial Service Cadre for adjudication of land disputes across India. ... read..

'State will not accept BJP': CPI(M)'s Prakash Karat hits back at PM Modi over Kerala remarks

Thiruvananthapuram (Keralam) | March 30, 2026 6:22:02 PM IST

CPI(M) leader Prakash Karat on Monday hit back at Prime Minister Narendra Modi over his remarks on the Kerala election, asserting that the BJP will draw a blank in the state. ... read..

"Nitish Kumar transformed Bihar, his departure a loss for state": JDU's Dulal Chandra Goswami

Patna (Bihar) | March 30, 2026 6:22:01 PM IST

Janata Dal (United) MLA Dulal Chandra Goswami on Monday said that the party chief Nitish Kumar included Bihar in the "list of developed states" and his resignation from his position as Member of the Legislative Council (MLC) is a "loss for the state." ... read..

2.3 lakh electors of Kerala, Assam and Puducherry to avail home voting

New Delhi | March 30, 2026 6:21:39 PM IST

Over 2.37 lakh electors in Kerala, Assam and Puducherry have been approved so far by the Returning Officers (ROs) for the home-voting facility, the Election Commission of India said on Monday. ... read..

Telangana Assembly passes Gig Workers Welfare Bill 2026

Hyderabad (Telangana) | March 30, 2026 6:21:35 PM IST

The Telangana Assembly on Monday passed the Telangana Platform-Based Gig Workers Registration, Social Security and Welfare Bill 2026, a landmark step for the rights and security of gig workers. ... read..

Rahul Gandhi insulted Assam's 'Gamosa': Nitin Nabin targets Congress ahead of assembly polls

Morigaon (Assam) | March 30, 2026 5:52:07 PM IST

Amid the run-up to the Assam Assembly Elections 2026, BJP national president Nitin Nabin on Monday alleged that Congress leader Rahul Gandhi disrespected Assam's traditional symbol 'Gamosa', and said the people of the state would respond to such actions i ... read..

Centre withdraws powers of NIT Kurukshetra Director

By Vishu Adhana

New Delhi | March 30, 2026 5:52:03 PM IST

The Union Ministry of Education has withdrawn the administrative and financial powers of Professor BV Ramana Reddy, Director of the National Institute of Technology (NIT) Kurukshetra in Haryana, sources told ANI on Monday. ... read..

"Nitish Kumar will work for Bihar from Rajya Sabha": Bihar Minister Deepak Prakash

Patna (Bihar) | March 30, 2026 5:51:58 PM IST

Bihar Minister Deepak Prakash on Monday said Bihar's longest-serving Chief Minister and Janata Dal (United) chief Nitish Kumar will continue to work for the state even as he transitions to the Rajya Sabha, asserting that his "guidance will remain availabl ... read..

"Should do their homework better": Jairam Ramesh hits back at BJP, cites PM Modi's past remarks on reservation for Muslims

New Delhi | March 30, 2026 5:51:54 PM IST

Congress leader Jairam Ramesh hit back at the BJP, urging Prime Minister Narendra Modi to ask his MPs to do their "homework" following sharp criticism from Union Minister JP Nadda in the Rajya Sabha, who accused the Opposition of "appeasement politics" ov ... read..

"PM Modi gave away farmers' future, India's energy security": Rahul Gandhi in Kerala slams Centre over US interim deal

Kottayam (Kerala) | March 30, 2026 5:51:52 PM IST

Lok Sabha Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi on Monday cornered Prime Minister Narendra Modi over the India-US interim trade agreement, alleging that the latter has "given away" the future of farmers and the country's energy security. ... read..

ED summons TMC candidate Debashis Kumar in land-grabbing case

West Bengal | March 30, 2026 5:51:50 PM IST

The Enforcement Directorate on Monday summoned TMC MLA and candidate Debashis Kumar for questioning in connection with a land-grabbing case. ... read..

Delhi police arrest Burglar, recover stolen goods

New Delhi | March 30, 2026 5:51:48 PM IST

Delhi Police have arrested a notorious burglar within 72 hours of a house theft in Rajinder Nagar, solving six similar cases and recovering high-value stolen goods, a release said on Monday. ... read..

Uttarakhand CM Dhami visits BJP leader Manoj Pal's residence, offers condolences on mother's demise

Jaspur (Uttarakhand) | March 30, 2026 5:51:46 PM IST

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Monday visited the residence of BJP Kashipur District President Manoj Pal in Jaspur to express his condolences on the demise of his mother. ... read..

"Fertiliser stocks in healthy position ahead of Kharif season; Urea, DAP made available at regulated prices": Centre

New Delhi | March 30, 2026 5:51:44 PM IST

India has sufficient stocks of urea and DAP (Diammonium Phosphate) ahead of the Kharif season, even as domestic production faces temporary disruptions amid ongoing tension in the West Asia region, the Union Government said on Monday. ... read..

Patiala house court grants 5-Day custody of LeT handler Shabbir Ahmed Lone to Delhi Police Special Cell

New Delhi | March 30, 2026 5:21:58 PM IST

Delhi's Patiala House Court on Monday granted five days custody of Shabbir Ahmed Lone to the Special Cell of Delhi Police in a case linked to the pasting of anti-India posters at sensitive locations, through a Lashkar terror module. ... read..

Himachal Pradesh: Pensioners stage Vidhansabha gherao in Shimla, warn of statewide agitation over pending demands

Shimla (Himachal Pradesh) | March 30, 2026 4:51:55 PM IST

Hundreds of pensioners on Monday staged a gherao of the Vidhan Sabha at Chaura Maidan in Shimla, pressing the Himachal Pradesh government to address their long-pending demands and warning of a larger statewide agitation if their issues remain unresolved. ... read..

Priyanka Gandhi slams PM Modi over Kerala alliance remark, seeks Parliament debate on West Asia conflict

New Delhi | March 30, 2026 4:22:09 PM IST

Congress MP Priyanka Gandhi Vadra on Monday refuted Prime Minister Narendra Modi's remarks regarding political alliances in Kerala, asserting that the people of the state are well aware of the ground reality. ... read..

Gujarat: CM Patel virtually gifts development projects worth over Rs 1,600 crore to Tapi district

Gandhinagar (Gujarat) | March 30, 2026 4:22:03 PM IST

Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel on Monday virtually inaugurated and laid the foundation stone from Gandhinagar for development projects worth approximately Rs 1,600 crore in Tapi district for tribal areas, including the Ukai reservoir-based Songadh ... read..

"Housing for all by 2029": Andhra CM reaffirms mission at Sullurupeta event

Sullurupeta ( Andhra Pradesh) | March 30, 2026 4:21:52 PM IST

At the grand housewarming ceremony in Sullurupeta on Monday, Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu outlined his government's ambitious vision to ensure housing for every homeless family in the state by 2029. ... read..

LeT handler Shabir Ahmed Lone linked to metro poster case arrested in Delhi's Ghazipur

New Delhi | March 30, 2026 4:21:48 PM IST

A team of the Delhi Police's Special Cell has arrested a wanted Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) terrorist, Shabir Ahmed Lone, from the Ghazipur area, officials said on Monday. ... read..

Punjab: Major setback to Congress as dozens of leaders from party join Aam Aadmi Party

Chandigarh (Punjab) | March 30, 2026 3:51:47 PM IST

Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann's officer on Special Duty (OSD) Rajbir Ghuman on Monday helped strengthen Aam Aadmi Party as nearly three dozen sarpanches, panches, and senior leaders from Indian National Congress, Shiromani Akali Dal and Bharatiya Ja ... read..

Senior Maoist leader, 8 other cadres surrender before Andhra Pradesh DGP

Vijaywada (Andhra Pradesh) | March 30, 2026 3:51:44 PM IST

In a major breakthrough against Left-Wing Extremism, a senior Maoist leader, along with eight other cadres, surrendered before Andhra Pradesh Police on Monday. ... read..

Punjab CM-led cabinet approves Mukh Mantri Mawan Dheeyan Satkar Yojna; over 97% women to get Rs 1,000-1,500 Monthly

Chandigarh | March 30, 2026 3:22:09 PM IST

The Punjab Cabinet led by Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann on Sunday took several key decisions, including paving the way for the launch of the Mukh Mantri Mawan Dheeyan Satkar Yojna across Punjab, ensuring a monthly financial assistance of Rs 1000 to a ... read..

Uttarakhand: CM Dhami confers state's highest literary award to Jiten Thakur

Dehradun (Uttarakhand) | March 30, 2026 3:22:07 PM IST

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Monday conferred Jiten Thakur with the state's highest literary award, the 'Uttarakhand Sahitya Bhushan Samman'. ... read..

"Nishikant Dubey needs mental doctor's attention for outrageous remarks on Biju Patnaik": Naveen Patnaik

Bhubaneswar (Odisha) | March 30, 2026 3:22:05 PM IST

Former Odisha Chief Minister and Biju Janata Dal (BJD) leader Naveen Patnaik on Monday slammed BJP MP Nishikant Dubey for his "outrageous" remarks on the late Biju Patnaik and questioned Dubey's mental state. Patnaik said he was surprised by Dubey's state ... read..

CPI(M) alleges land mafia bureaucracy nexus in Himachal, seeks Chief Secretary's removal

Shimla (Himachal Pradesh) | March 30, 2026 3:21:59 PM IST

The Communist Party of India (Marxist) on Monday levelled serious allegations against the Himachal Pradesh government and Chief Secretary Sanjay Gupta, accusing them of facilitating land mafia activities and benami land deals in the state. ... read..

BJP has BSF yet blames Congress for illegal immigration in Assam: Sanjay Raut

New Delhi | March 30, 2026 3:21:57 PM IST

Shiv Sena (UBT) MP Sanjay Raut on Monday slammed the BJP for targeting alliance partner Congress over "demographic change" in Assam, stating that the Border Security Force is managed by the Centre. ... read..

Bengaluru: 5 arrested for illegally importing counterfeit cigarettes at Kempegowda International Airport

Bengaluru (Karnataka) | March 30, 2026 3:21:56 PM IST

Bengaluru Police under the jurisdiction of Kempegowda International Airport have busted a gang involved in illegally importing counterfeit cigarettes from abroad and selling them across various states. 5 accused persons have been arrested. ... read..

American and Israeli soldiers running away, victory belongs to Iran: Mehbooba Mufti

Jammu (Jammu and Kashmir) | March 30, 2026 3:21:54 PM IST

As West Asia continues to boil, Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) Chief Mehbooba Mufti on Monday came out in support of Iran, asserting that America and Israel will suffer defeat at the hands of Iran. ... read..

PM Modi to inaugurate and lay foundation stones for development projects worth over Rs 19,800 crore in Gujarat on March 31

Gandhinagar (Gujarat) | March 30, 2026 3:21:52 PM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit Gujarat on March 31, 2026. During this visit, he will inaugurate and lay foundation stones for development projects worth a total of Rs 19,806.9 crore of the Government of India (GoI) and the Government of Gujarat ... read..

"DMK manifesto nothing but shoddy, stale and rehashed 2021 agenda": BJP's CR Kesavan

Hyderabad (Telangana) | March 30, 2026 3:21:50 PM IST

BJP leader CR Kesavan on Monday slammed the DMK's election manifesto, calling it a "shoddy, stale, rehashed" version of what the ruling party in Tamil Nadu promised in 2021. ... read..

TVK's Kovilpatti candidate Balasubramaniam flags drinking water, infrastructure issues in constituency

Thoothukudi (Tamil Nadu) | March 30, 2026 3:21:46 PM IST

Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) candidate Balasubramaniam from Kovilpatti constituency on Monday highlighted key local issues, including drinking water shortages and inadequate infrastructure. ... read..

Nishikant Dubey defends his remarks on Biju Patnaik, says "BJP has always stood by Biju Babu when Congress did injustice"

New Delhi | March 30, 2026 3:21:44 PM IST

Amid a political row, BJP's Lok Sabha member Nishikant Dubey on Monday defended his statements regarding former Odisha Chief Minister Biju Patnaik, asserting that he never disrespected the late leader and that his comments were targeted at the actions of ... read..

Telanganga: BRS submits complaint to Governor against Minister Ponguleti's 'illegal land-grabbing mining' activities; demands dismissal, judicial probe

Hyderabad (Telangana) | March 30, 2026 6:51:48 PM IST

Sikkim sets up 24x7 LPG control rooms across districts amid supply concerns

Gangtok (Sikkim) | March 30, 2026 3:21:37 PM IST

The Government of Sikkim has established a centralised State Control Room in Gangtok along with district-level control rooms in all six districts to monitor and regulate LPG distribution. The move comes amid concerns over supply disruptions due to the cur ... read..

Tamil Nadu: DMK minister KN Nehru files nomination from Tiruchirappalli West

Coimbatore (Tamil Nadu) | March 30, 2026 3:21:35 PM IST

As the filing of nominations for the upcoming Tamil Nadu elections began today, DMK candidate and Minister KN Nehru filed his nomination on the very first day for the Tiruchirappalli West constituency. ... read..

Rahul Gandhi in Kerala says Left Front a "corporate-funded Govt", alleges "Narendra Modi controls CM Vijayan"

Pathanamthitta (Keralam) | March 30, 2026 2:51:54 PM IST

Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi on Monday termed the 2026 Keralam Assembly elections as a contest between Congress-led UDF and the "combination of the LDF and BJP." ... read..

"BJP deceived Nitish Kumar, public": Tejashwi Yadav on JDU chief's resignation as Bihar MLC

Patna (Bihar) | March 30, 2026 2:51:43 PM IST

Leader of Opposition in Bihar Assembly and RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav on Monday accused the BJP of deceiving the public after JD(U) chief Nitish Kumar resigned as Bihar MLC to head to the Rajya Sabha. ... read..

Bihar Agriculture Minister Ram Kripal Yadav assures farmers of support after hailstorm damages crops

Patna (Bihar) | March 30, 2026 2:51:39 PM IST

Bihar Agriculture Minister Ram Kripal Yadav on Monday assured farmers that the state government would extend support following severe crop damage caused by a hailstorm overnight. ... read..

GLP-1 should not be used as a quick fix for weight loss and diabetes management, warns top experts

By Shalini Bhardwaj

New Delhi | March 30, 2026 2:22:01 PM IST

Top medical experts are raising urgent alarms against using GLP-1 as a lifestyle enhancer, highlighting the risk of shortages for high-risk patients. ... read..

Keralam: UDF alleges CPM attack on campaigns; vehicle targeted in Taliparamba, assault attempt in Dharmadam

Kannur (Keralam) | March 30, 2026 2:21:57 PM IST

The United Democratic Front (UDF) has alleged that Communist Party of India (Marxist) workers attacked its election campaign activities in Taliparamba and Dharmadam in Kannur on Monday. ... read..

CM Mohan Yadav to attend MP-UP Cooperation Conference in Varanasi, to showcase 'One District-One Product' model

Bhopal (Madhya Pradesh) | March 30, 2026 2:21:55 PM IST

Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav is scheduled to participate in the MP-UP Cooperation Conference to be held in Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, on March 31, where he will present the state's 'One District-One Product' (ODOP) model. ... read..

"There is 'Bhagwa tsunami', Lotus will bloom": Suvendu Adhikari ahead of West Bengal Assembly polls

Purba Medinipur (West Bengal) | March 30, 2026 2:21:54 PM IST

The Leader of Opposition in the West Bengal Legislative Assembly and BJP candidate Suvendu Adhikari on Monday held a roadshow ahead of filing his nomination from Bhabanipur and Nandigram Assembly constituencies. ... read..

"There is 'Bhagwa tsunami', Lotus will bloom," says Suvendu Adhikari; files nomination as West Bengal polls near

Purba Medinipur (West Bengal) | March 30, 2026 2:21:48 PM IST

The Leader of Opposition in the West Bengal Legislative Assembly and BJP candidate Suvendu Adhikari on Monday held a roadshow as he filed his nomination from Bhabanipur and Nandigram Assembly constituencies. ... read..

Home voting begins for senior citizens, PwD voters ahead of Keralam Assembly polls

Thiruvananthapuram (Keralam) | March 30, 2026 2:21:47 PM IST

As Keralam prepares for the upcoming Assembly elections in April, home voting for senior citizens and persons with disabilities (PwD) commenced on Monday across the state. ... read..

"Benefits 20%, creates issues for 80%": NV Subhash on Hate Speech and Hate Crimes (Prevention) Bill, 2026

Hyderabad (Telangana) | March 30, 2026 2:21:45 PM IST

BJP leader N V Subhash on Monday strongly criticised the Telangana Government's recently introduced Hate Speech and Hate Crimes (Prevention) Bill, 2026, calling it an attempt to appease select sections of society. ... read..

Court grants time to Priya Kapur to reply on Mandhira Kapur's plea seeking documents

New Delhi | March 30, 2026 2:21:43 PM IST

Patiala Court on Monday granted time to Priya Sachdev Kapur to file a reply to an application moved by Mandhira Kapur Smith seeking the production of documents in an ongoing defamation case. ... read..

Keralam CM Vijayan writes to PM Modi expressing concerns over FCRA Amendment Bill

Thiruvananthapuram (Keralam) | March 30, 2026 1:51:52 PM IST

Keralam Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan has written to Prime Minister Narendra Modi raising concerns over certain provisions in the proposed amendments to the Foreign Contribution Regulation Act (FCRA). ... read..

Black day for Indian foreign policy: Pramod Tiwari slams Centre over India's standing in the current West Asia crisis

New Delhi | March 30, 2026 1:51:45 PM IST

Congress MP Pramod Tiwari on Monday criticised Pakistan's role as a mediator in the West Asia conflict, calling it a "black day" for Indian foreign policy. ... read..

Self-enumeration in Delhi to begin on April 1; Phase 2 to include fertility, migration data: Census Commissioner

New Delhi | March 30, 2026 1:51:43 PM IST

Registrar General of India and Census Commissioner Mritunjay Kumar Narayan on Monday emphasised that the individual data collected for the Census 2027 will be kept confidential under Section 15 of the Census Act, 1948. ... read..

Tamil Nadu Assembly polls: TVK chief Vijay files nomination from Perambur, Trichy East

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | March 30, 2026 1:51:40 PM IST

With Tamil Nadu Assembly elections nearing closer, Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) President Vijay on Monday filed his nomination from the Perambur and Trichy East constituencies. ... read..

TVK General Secy Aadhav Arjuna files nomination for Tamil Nadu polls

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | March 30, 2026 1:51:38 PM IST

Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam's (TVK) General Secretary of Election Campaign Management, Aadhav Arjuna, on Monday filed his nomination as a candidate from Villivakkam assembly constituency for the 2026 Tamil Nadu Assembly elections. ... read..

Mass exodus led to temple encroachment: BJP MLA Balwant Singh on bringing private member bill in Jammu Assembly

Jammu (Jammu and Kashmir) | March 30, 2026 1:51:31 PM IST

BJP MLA Balwant Singh on Monday said that the mass exodus of Hindus from Kashmir and parts of Jammu left numerous temples without priests or devotees to maintain them, leading to widespread encroachment, making them consider bringing a private member bill ... read..

"BJP will win more seats than 2021, Assam people have seen real development": Golaghat BJP candidate Ajanta Neog

Golaghat (Assam) | March 30, 2026 1:51:29 PM IST

Assam Finance Minister and Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) candidate from Golaghat constituency, Ajanta Neog, exuded confidence on Monday that the BJP will perform even better in the upcoming Assembly elections than it did in 2021. ... read..

Former Tamil Nadu CM O Panneerselvam offers prayers at Tirumala temple

Tirupati (Andhra Pradesh) | March 30, 2026 1:22:03 PM IST

Former Tamil Nadu Chief Minister and Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) leader O Panneerselvam on Monday offered prayers to Lord Venkateswara at the Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanam (TTD) in Tirupati district. ... read..

Bihar: Tyre shop owner's daughter tops Class 10 board with 98.4%

Hajipur (Bihar) | March 30, 2026 1:22:01 PM IST

Shabreen Parveen, daughter of a tyre shop owner in Bihar, has emerged as the state topper in the Class 10 board examinations, securing an impressive 98.4% (492 out of 500 marks). ... read..

"TMC attempting to hijack elections, deprive people of voting rights": Kiren Rijiju after petition to EC

New Delhi | March 30, 2026 1:21:59 PM IST

Union Minister Kiren Rijiju on Monday said the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) submitted a petition to the Election Commission of India (ECI), raising concerns over alleged attempts by the Trinamool Congress (TMC) to "hijack" the elections in West Bengal, ca ... read..

"Victory margin will be very big this time," says Tamil Nadu CM Stalin; files nomination from Kolathur constituency

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | March 30, 2026 1:21:47 PM IST

As Tamil Nadu Assembly elections near, Chief Minister MK Stalin filed his nomination from the Kolathur constituency on Monday. ... read..

Pinarayi Vijayan refutes "debt trap" claim for Kerala, says State moved ahead despite "financial blocks" by Centre

Kollam (Kerala) | March 30, 2026 1:21:34 PM IST

Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan on Monday strongly dismissed the narrative that the state is in a "debt trap," asserting that under the LDF-led government, Kerala has achieved unprecedented economic growth over the last decade despite severe financ ... read..

"Bihar saddened by his departure... resignation has been accepted": MLC chairman on Nitish Kumar's resignation

Patna (Bihar) | March 30, 2026 1:21:29 PM IST

Chairman of the Bihar Legislative Council, Awadhesh Narain Singh, on Monday confirmed that the resignation of Bihar's longest-serving Chief Minister and Janata Dal (United) chief Nitish Kumar from the Legislative Council (MLC) has been accepted, adding th ... read..

Kaziranga National Park becomes major retreat for travellers amid Assam polls

Kaziranga (Assam) | March 30, 2026 12:51:59 PM IST

Kaziranga National Park and Tiger Reserve, one of India's most renowned wildlife sanctuaries, witnessed a significant increase in tourist arrivals on Monday, even as Assam gears up for the upcoming Assembly elections. Visitors from across the state and ot ... read..

"Welcome step, every country should play role": PDP leader Aga Syed Muntazir Mehdi on Pakistan's mediator role in West Asia crisis

Jammu (Jammu and Kashmir) | March 30, 2026 12:51:50 PM IST

PDP leader Aga Syed Muntazir Mehdi on Monday welcomed Pakistan's role as a mediator in the ongoing West Asia conflict, saying there should not be any criticism about it and every country should play a role to de-escalate the crisis. ... read..

PMK announces final list of candidates for Tamil Nadu Assembly polls

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | March 30, 2026 12:51:46 PM IST

Pattali Makkal Katchi (PMK) president Anbumani Ramadoss on Monday announced the final list of PMK candidates for the upcoming Tamil Nadu Assembly elections. ... read..

Uproar in Telangana Assembly over minor girls' safety, mining row

Hyderabad (Telangana) | March 30, 2026 12:51:43 PM IST

The Telangana Legislative Assembly saw intense drama on Monday, with two major adjournment motions being proposed. ... read..

"DMK is going to be voted back to governance": Kanimozhi confident of party returning to power in Tamil Nadu

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | March 30, 2026 12:51:41 PM IST

Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) MP Kanimozhi Karunanidhi on Monday expressed confidence that the DMK will be voted back to power in the Tamil Nadu Assembly elections, citing public trust in the party's governance and manifesto over the past five years. ... read..

"Thrissur road show was memorable": PM Modi

New Delhi | March 30, 2026 12:21:41 PM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday called his road show in Thrissur, Kerala, "memorable". ... read..

Visakhapatnam: Man kills lover, hides body parts in refrigerator in Gajuwaka

Visakhapatnam (Andhra Pradesh) | March 30, 2026 11:51:51 AM IST

A Navy employee identified as Ravindra was arrested in the Gajuwaka area of Visakhapatnam for allegedly murdering his lover and dismembering her body. The local police discovered the remains hidden inside the suspect's residence in LV Nagar. ... read..

Tamil Nadu elections: DMK's P Geetha Jeevan engages voters at Thoothukudi, seeks support ahead of polls

Thoothukudi (Tamil Nadu) | March 30, 2026 11:51:46 AM IST

Tamil Nadu Minister and Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) candidate from Thoothukudi, P Geetha Jeevan, on Monday interacted with voters at Muthu Nagar Beach in Thoothukudi as part of her campaigning ahead of the 2026 Assembly polls. ... read..

"Country going towards monarchy": Samajwadi Party MP Ram Gopal Yadav hits back at PM Modi's "ATM for loot" remark

New Delhi | March 30, 2026 11:51:44 AM IST

Samajwadi Party MP Ram Gopal Yadav on Monday hit back at Prime Minister Narendra Modi for his "Noida an ATM for loot" remark against the Akhilesh Yadav-led party, suggesting that the nation is headed towards a monarchy. ... read..

UP CM Yogi Adityanath meets people, hears grievances in Lucknow 'Janta Darshan'

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) | March 30, 2026 11:51:38 AM IST

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Monday held a 'Janta Darshan' at the CM residence in Lucknow, listening to public grievances and interacting with citizens as part of his routine outreach programme. ... read..

DMK MP Kanimozhi says 'Party fulfilled 404 of 505 election promises made in last Assembly polls'

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | March 30, 2026 11:51:33 AM IST

Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) MP Kanimozhi Karunanidhi on Monday stated that the party had successfully fulfilled 404 out of the 505 promises made during the last Assembly elections, while also introducing several welfare schemes that were not originall ... read..

LeT terrorist Shabir Ahmed Lone arrested by Delhi Police Special Cell

New Delhi | March 30, 2026 11:21:54 AM IST

Shabir Ahmed Lone, a Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) terrorist and handler of the recently busted LeT module in the Metro Poster case, has been arrested by a team of the Delhi Police Special Cell on Monday. ... read..

BJP President Nitin Nabin to resign as Bihar MLA today

Patna (Bihar) | March 30, 2026 11:21:47 AM IST

Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) National President Nitin Nabin on Monday confirmed that he will resign from his position of Bankipur MLA after being elected as a Rajya Sabha MP from Bihar. ... read..

"This time also, our manifesto is going to be the superstar": Thiruverumbur DMK candidate Poyyamozhi hails DMK manifesto

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | March 30, 2026 11:21:42 AM IST

Tamil Nadu Minister and DMK candidate from Thiruverumbur, Anbil Mahesh Poyyamozhi, on Monday termed the party's election manifesto for the upcoming Assembly polls as a "superstar" roadmap for the state and stated that it.reflects the government's commitme ... read..

Longest-serving CM Nitish Kumar resigns from Bihar Legislative Council

Patna (Bihar) | March 30, 2026 11:21:38 AM IST

Bihar's longest-serving Chief Minister and Janata Dal (United) chief Nitish Kumar resigned from his membership of the Bihar Legislative Council (MLC). ... read..

Bihar: Sharjeel Imam's uncle urges Nitish Kumar to seek justice for Delhi riots accused in Parliament

Jehanabad (Bihar) | March 30, 2026 10:51:51 AM IST

Arshad Imam, uncle of 2020 Delhi riots accused Sharjeel Imam, on Monday urged incumbent Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar to call for justice in Parliament as the JD(U) chief was elected as a Rajya Sabha MP. ... read..

"I cannot tell...he will make decision": Bihar Minister Ramkripal Yadav on Nitish Kumar's resignation

Patna (Bihar) | March 30, 2026 10:51:48 AM IST

Bihar Minister Ramkripal Yadav on Monday reflected on a high-stakes transition in Bihar regarding Nitish Kumar's resignation, who was recently elected to the Rajya Sabha. ... read..

"Diverse arts, rich culture, glorious history": Rahul Gandhi greets people on Rajasthan Foundation Day

Jaipur (Rajasthan) | March 30, 2026 10:51:45 AM IST

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Monday extended greetings to the people of Rajasthan on the occasion of the state's Foundation Day, highlighting its rich cultural heritage and historical legacy. ... read..

"Designed solely to target BJP": N Ramchander Rao slams Telangana Hate Speech & Hate Crime Prevention Bill

Hyderabad (Telangana) | March 30, 2026 10:21:54 AM IST

Telangana BJP President N Ramchander Rao on Monday criticised the proposed Hate Speech & Hate Crime Prevention Bill 2026, alleging that it is politically motivated and aimed specifically at targeting the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and its leaders. ... read..

Kandla Port crosses cargo handling target of 158.60 mn ahead of fiscal year end; sets stage for record year

Gandhidham (Gujarat) | March 30, 2026 10:21:41 AM IST

Deendayal Port Authority, Kandla, on Monday announced that it has surpassed its Financial Year 2025-26 cargo handling target of 158.60 million tonnes, marking a significant milestone in India's maritime trade landscape. ... read..

Dehradun: Retired Army Brigadier shot dead during morning walk in Rajpur

Dehradun (Uttarakhand) | March 30, 2026 10:21:49 AM IST

A retired Army Brigadier, VK Joshi, was shot dead during his morning walk in the Rajpur Police Station area of Dehradun on Monday, officials said. ... read..

Delhi: Man kills wife using gas cylinder in Pul Prahladpur

New Delhi | March 30, 2026 9:51:59 AM IST

A man allegedly killed his wife by striking her with a gas cylinder in the Pul Prahladpur area of Delhi. ... read..

"We don't need this filth here," says Maharashtra Minister Nitesh Rane on Ram Navami incidents

Raigad (Maharashtra) | March 30, 2026 9:51:57 AM IST

Maharashtra Minister Nitesh Rane on Sunday participated in a grand Ram Navami procession held in Oshiwara, Andheri, and made remarks comparing the observance of different religious festivals while reacting to incidents reported during the celebrations. ... read..

"Congress is decimated...": BJP's Dhekiajuli candidate Ashok Singhal ahead of Assam Assembly polls

Sonitpur (Assam) | March 30, 2026 9:51:52 AM IST

Ahead of the Assam Assembly elections, BJP candidate from Dhekiajuli and state minister Ashok Singhal on Monday asserted that the Congress party has been "decimated" across the state. ... read..

Telangana: Fire breaks out at Sangareddy building, several two-wheelers damaged

Sangareddy (Telangana) | March 30, 2026 9:51:47 AM IST

A fire broke out on the ground floor of a three-storey building in the IDA Bollaram area of Sangareddy district, resulting in damage to five to six two-wheelers parked nearby, officials said. ... read..

"CM face will be one who PM Modi and Amit Shah want...": Prashant Kishor on Bihar CM face

Bhagalpur (Bihar) | March 30, 2026 9:51:44 AM IST

Jan Suraaj founder Prashant Kishor claimed that the Chief Ministerial face in Bihar would ultimately be chosen by Narendra Modi and Amit Shah, suggesting that incumbent Chief Minister Nitish Kumar is being sidelined due to health concerns. ... read..

DMK to secure win by 50,000 votes in Tiruchendur in Tamil Nadu polls: State Minister Anitha Radhakrishnan

Thoothukudi (Tamil Nadu) | March 30, 2026 9:51:42 AM IST

Tamil Nadu Minister Anitha Radhakrishnan on Monday said that the party will secure a victory from Tiruchendur Assembly constituency by 50,000 votes in the 2026 State Assembly elections. ... read..

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