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Man kills wife, daughter-in-law, granddaughter with hammer in Odisha
An intoxicated man in Odisha's Deogarh district allegedly killed his wife, daughter-in-law, and granddaughter with a hammer over a family dispute before fleeing the scene.
LPG supply crisis spreads to India due to Iran-Israel conflict
A viral video from Chennai shows motorists panic buying fuel amid rumors of potential shortages due to tensions in West Asia.
UP: Man pours boiling oil on kids playing at funeral
Five children suffered severe burns in Uttar Pradesh's Unnao after a man, identified as Vishal, allegedly threw boiling oil on them; two are critically injured.
Ex-J&K CM Farooq Abdullah escapes assassination attempt in Jammu
Former Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister, Farooq Abdullah, narrowly escaped an assassination attempt at a wedding function in Jammu, crediting divine intervention for his survival.
MEA calls out fake news about fire at defense facility
Recent social media posts falsely claimed a massive fire broke out at an India-Israel defence facility in Delhi, which has been debunked by the Ministry of External Affairs.
Maharashtra: Girls asked to check Class 10 answer sheets
A Maharashtra teacher was caught on CCTV allegedly involving Class 6 students in grading Class 10 Marathi exam papers, sparking widespread outrage.
LPG crisis hits restaurants, delivery apps; gig workers seek help
The escalating West Asia war fuels oil shock, causing a ripple effect through India's food economy due to severe LPG shortages.
UP: Woman, son, brother-in-law found dead in locked room
Three family members were found dead in a locked room in Uttar Pradesh's Fatehpur district, with police suspecting a suicide pact due to financial distress.
Noida: Fire at Capital Power System, 26 workers hospitalized
A fire at Capital Power System Limited, an electric meter factory in Noida, resulted in 26 injuries and trapped nearly 240 workers.
How much do tickets on Vande Bharat Sleeper cost
Indian Railways has released the fare structure for the Vande Bharat Sleeper train, offering affordable rates calculated on a per passenger per kilometre basis.
Bullet, note threatening builder Mehul Mehta found in car
Mumbai-based builder, Mehul Mehta, received a threatening letter and a live bullet allegedly from fugitive gangster Chhota Shakeel. The police are investigating the incident.
Maharashtra Vidhan Bhavan cleared over bomb threat, later termed hoax
The Maharashtra Vidhan Bhavan in Mumbai was evacuated due to a bomb threat ahead of the state legislature's budget session. The police have termed the threat a hoax.
CBSE warns against viral fake notice on exam rescheduling
The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has refuted a viral social media claim that today's board exams in the Middle East have been rescheduled.
Fuel prices in India remain unchanged amid global volatility
Petrol prices continue to hover above ₹100 per litre in most major Indian cities, while diesel prices stay below ₹100, despite global energy supply chain disruptions.
13 dead, several critical after drinking contaminated milk in AP
The death toll from a suspected milk adulteration incident in East Godavari district, Andhra Pradesh has risen to 13, with seven others still receiving treatment.
Amid West Asia tensions, India prepares for possible LPG shortage
The Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has bolstered a 24/7 control room to address public concerns about LPG availability due to developments in West Asia.
Delhi breaks its own March heat record: How to stay cool
Delhi records a high of 38°C in March, with the India Meteorological Department (IMD) predicting light rains to alleviate the heatwave soon.
Delhi's hottest early March day in 15 years
After experiencing the hottest day of the year, Delhi anticipates rainfall, which may bring relief to the region, as predicted by IMD.
Farmer sells kidney to repay loan, pays ₹8L
Roshan Kule, a debt-ridden dairy farmer from Maharashtra, was forced to sell his kidney in Cambodia, unearthing a transnational organ-trafficking network.
Major fire breaks out at Delhi's Matiala fish market
A large fire erupted at a fish market in Matiala, west Delhi, destroying several shops and nearby huts. No casualties have been reported.
Over 90% JNU students want VC Pandit to resign
In a recent referendum, approximately 90% of participating students at Jawaharlal Nehru University voted for Vice-Chancellor Shantishree Dhulipudi Pandit's resignation.
Kolkata weather: Thunderstorms, rain expected on Monday
The India Meteorological Department predicts light rainfall and thunderstorms in Kolkata on March 12, followed by dry weather for the next three days.
Tamil Nadu: Protests erupt after 17-year-old girl murdered
A 17-year-old girl's suspected sexual assault and murder in Tamil Nadu's Thoothukudi district has triggered public outrage and political reactions.
Record number of seafarers stranded on ships in 2025: Report
The ongoing conflict in West Asia has highlighted the increasing risk of abandonment faced by Indian seafarers, with many left stranded and unsupported by their shipowners.
Ozempic, Wegovy alternatives to cost ₹3,000-4,000/month: What to know
As the patent for weight-loss drug semaglutide expires, nearly 50 generic brands are set to enter the Indian market, potentially reducing costs by a third.
India is already feeling the heat in March
India has recorded its first widespread heatwave of 2026, marking a quick transition from winter to summer, a pattern linked to climate change.
Air India, Express to operate 58 flights to West Asia
Amid the ongoing Middle East conflict, Air India and Air India Express are set to operate 58 scheduled and non-scheduled flights to West Asia today, March 12.
Supreme Court clears way for passive euthanasia in vegetative state
The Supreme Court of India has permitted passive euthanasia, leading to draft guidelines for the procedure and highlighting existing challenges.
Iran-US conflict disrupts India's natural gas supply
India's natural gas supply is facing a 25% shortfall due to the Iran-US conflict, prompting the government to procure supplies through alternative routes, officials report.
India prioritizes gas for homes, public transport amid West Asia crisis
Despite concerns over the West Asia conflict, India's domestic piped gas and CNG supply remains unaffected and fully assured, according to the Press Information Bureau (PIB).
Oman: 8 Indians stranded after Iranian missile attack on ship
Eight Indian seafarers, survivors of a missile attack on the oil tanker Sky Light, are stranded abroad due to destroyed travel documents.
Heat wave alert in Gujarat, Rajasthan, Maharashtra; Nandurbar hits 42.4degC
Gujarat is on high alert for a heat wave as temperatures soar to 42°C, while several North Indian and Northeastern states anticipate rainfall for imminent relief.
No ads for prescription weight-loss medicines, says Indian drug regulator
India's drug regulator has prohibited pharmaceutical companies from advertising weight-loss medicines directly or indirectly, including through obesity awareness campaigns.
44% vehicles on Indian roads lack insurance: Nitin Gadkari
44% of vehicles on Indian roads lack mandatory third-party insurance, revealing a significant compliance gap, according to the government.
Delhi HC stays new law on school fee hikes
The Delhi government defends the 2025 Act in court, asserting it introduces a reasonable mechanism to prevent commercialisation and profiteering in schools.
100 stranded Kashmiri students to return from Iran on March 14-15
Around 100 students from Jammu and Kashmir, currently stranded in Iran due to ongoing conflict, are set to return to India on March 14 and 15, according to the JKSA.
Maharashtra: 81 staffers suspended for helping students cheat in exams
In a historic move, the Maharashtra State Board suspended 81 employees for alleged malpractices during Class 12 board examinations.
No more on-the-spot e-challan payments: Maharashtra cops can't collect fines
Maharashtra's traffic police have been instructed not to force motorists into clearing pending e-challans, with only courts allowed to confiscate vehicles for unpaid fines.
Thane senior citizen loses ₹1.56cr in 'digital arrest' scam
A 64-year-old retired Indian Railways officer was tricked into transferring ₹1.56 crore to fraudsters posing as law enforcement and telecom officials in a "digital arrest" scam.
Delhi records hottest day of season so far
Delhi experienced its hottest day of the season with temperatures soaring to 36.8°C. A drop in temperature is expected in the coming days due to pre-monsoon weather activities.
India's Jaishankar speaks to Russian, EU, French counterparts on Iran-Israel war
EAM S Jaishankar discussed the escalating conflict in West Asia with Russian counterpart Sergey Lavrov and EU's foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas.
West Asia conflict reminds India to be self-reliant: PM Modi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi emphasized the importance of self-reliance and energy sector growth in response to the ongoing crisis in West Asia.
Assam to give tea garden workers land rights
PM Modi is set to launch the distribution of land deeds to thousands of tea workers in Assam on March 13, aiming to legalise their land rights.
UP: 3 youth from Lakhimpur Kheri die in road accident
Three men died and two others were critically injured when a car collided with a bus on the Bareilly–Farrukhabad highway due to poor visibility.
SC bars academics from public-funded work over judicial corruption chapter
The Supreme Court of India has imposed a lifetime ban on three academics for including a chapter on 'corruption in judiciary' in an 8th grade NCERT textbook.
War in Iran: India evacuates over 100,000 citizens from UAE
Amid escalating tensions in the Gulf region, India's UAE Ambassador, Dr Deepak Mittal, has been working tirelessly to ensure the safe return of stranded Indian citizens.
Maharashtra: MLA claims students overcharged, FRA pocketed 'commission'
Maharashtra's Fees Regulating Authority (FRA) faces a corruption probe following allegations of a ₹40,000-crore scam by Shiv Sena legislator Mahesh Shinde.
Chhattisgarh: 296 deaths in industrial accidents in last 3 years
In the past three years, nearly 300 workers have died and 248 have been injured in industrial accidents in Chhattisgarh, according to government reports.
349 Kerala prisoners pass their SSLC, higher secondary exams
In a significant educational initiative, 363 prisoners across Central Prisons in the state have appeared for the SSLC examinations.
Delhi: 12-year-old BSF personnel's daughter kidnapped outside school
The 12-year-old daughter of a Border Security Force (BSF) personnel was allegedly kidnapped outside her housing society in Delhi’s Rohini, prompting a police investigation.
War in Middle East disrupts medical device supply in India
India's medical device industry faces a shortage due to soaring polypropylene prices and the ongoing Iran war, threatening the supply of syringes and IV bags.
LPG supply under threat in India due to West Asia
The Union Ministry of Home Affairs held a review meeting with states and Union Territories to ensure the continuity of domestic LPG supply.
LPG prioritized for households, no need to panic buy: Centre
The Indian government has assured citizens that the supply of crude oil remains secure and has asked people not to panic about the availability of liquefied petroleum gas (LPG).
No LNG shortage in India, assures Modi government
Amid fears of a gas shortage, the Indian government has confirmed that two liquefied natural gas (LNG) cargoes are on their way to the country.
Induction cooktops sell out in India as LPG crisis deepens
India is facing an LPG supply crisis, with induction cooktops flying off the shelves on quick-commerce platforms like Blinkit, Zepto and Swiggy Instamart.
10,000 Punjab weddings under threat amid LPG supply disruption
A sudden halt in commercial liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) cylinder supply has thrown Punjab into a tizzy.
SC blacklists professor, 2 others behind NCERT's controversial judiciary chapter
The Supreme Court has directed the Union government and states to disassociate from the three authors involved in drafting the National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT)'s now-withdrawn Class 8 Social Science textbook that contained a chapter on "corruption in the judiciary."
Judge tears up while allowing passive euthanasia for Harish Rana
Justice JB Pardiwala got emotional while delivering a verdict that allowed passive euthanasia for Harish Rana, in his early 30s, who has been in a vegetative state for 13 years.
SC allows passive euthanasia for man in 13-year vegetative state
The Supreme Court has allowed the withdrawal of life support for 32-year-old Harish Rana, who has been in a permanent vegetative state for 13 years.
Navy lance naik arrested for spying for Pakistan's ISI
The Uttar Pradesh Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS) has arrested a serving Indian Navy Lance Naik, Adarsh Kumar, on charges of espionage for Pakistan's Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI).
Centre's order bars filing of cases over diverted LNG supplies
The central government's Natural Gas (Supply Regulation) Order, issued on March 9 under the Essential Commodities Act, 1955, contains a clause that prohibits entities receiving diverted natural gas supplies from filing court cases against revised supply arrangements.
100% assured supply of domestic piped gas to homes: Centre
The Union Government on Tuesday invoked the Essential Commodities Act (EC Act) to protect the domestic energy market amid global fuel supply pressures due to the West Asia conflict.
'Important issue': SC to hear Centre's plea on IT rules
The Supreme Court has agreed to hear the Union Government's challenge against the Bombay High Court's September 2024 decision, which struck down certain provisions of the Information Technology Rules that allowed the establishment of Fact Check Units (FCUs) by the central government.
Speech-impaired teen beaten to death over World Cup final 'cheer'
A 17-year-old speech-impaired boy, Kundan Kumar, was allegedly beaten to death in Bihar's Vaishali district during the ICC Men's T20 World Cup final.
PM Modi meets oil minister amid LPG shortage concerns
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is currently chairing a key meeting with External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar and Petroleum and Natural Gas Minister Hardeep Singh Puri to address the shortage of LPG triggered by the escalating conflict in the Middle East.
'Frame compensation policy for COVID vaccine side-effects': SC tells government
The Supreme Court has directed the central government to create a no-fault compensation policy for serious adverse events following COVID-19 vaccination.
Government invokes Essential Commodities Act to ensure uninterrupted LPG supply
The central government has invoked the Essential Commodities Act, 1955, to regulate the availability, supply and equitable distribution of petroleum and petroleum products and natural gas.
India to give Bangladesh 5,000 ton diesel amid fuel concerns
India will supply 5,000 tons of diesel to Bangladesh through a pipeline. The consignment is expected to enter the country via the Parbatipur border on Tuesday.
Bengaluru, Chennai, Mumbai hotels face closure threat amid LPG shortage
The hotel and restaurant industry in Bengaluru, Chennai, and Mumbai is facing a crisis due to a shortage of commercial cooking gas cylinders.
NCERT issues 'unconditional apology' over 'corruption in judiciary' chapter
The National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT) has withdrawn the entire Class 8 social science textbook, Exploring Society: India and Beyond, and issued an apology after facing criticism over its Chapter IV.
Delhi riots accused Sharjeel Imam gets 10-day interim bail
A Delhi court has granted interim bail to Sharjeel Imam, an accused in the 2020 Northeast Delhi riots conspiracy case.
Delhi hits 35.7°C, scorches 50-year March record
Delhi recorded a maximum temperature of 35.7°C on Saturday, the highest for the first week of March in the last five decades.
Manchester-bound IndiGo flight makes mid-air U-turn; lands back in Delhi
An IndiGo flight from Delhi to Manchester made an unexpected mid-air U-turn on Monday after flying for about seven hours.
Indian consumer interest 'overriding priority' amid Iran war: S Jaishankar
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Monday said the Indian government's "overriding priority" amid the escalating conflict in West Asia is the welfare of its consumers.
44% Delhi water samples fail safety test; some even unbathable
A seven-day water sampling exercise by Hindustan Times at 18 locations in Delhi has revealed alarming levels of contamination.
Iran war disrupts LPG supply, Pune's largest crematorium faces crunch
Pune's Vaikunth Dham, the largest crematorium in Maharashtra, has temporarily stopped gas-based cremations due to a severe shortage of liquefied petroleum gas (LPG).
North India scorches while Himachal shivers under fresh snow, rain
The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) has released its latest weather forecast for March 8.
Delhi: 2 Northeast students assaulted in separate incidents
Two students from the Northeast were allegedly assaulted near the Saket District Court Complex in Delhi on Sunday evening.
Delhi court discharges Lawrence Bishnoi in ₹1cr extortion case
A Delhi court has discharged gangster Lawrence Bishnoi and two others in an alleged ₹1 crore extortion case.
Odisha CM disburses ₹5,100cr under Subhadra Yojana on Women's Day
Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi has disbursed over ₹5,100 crore under the Subhadra Yojana on International Women's Day.
Delhi woman hides overnight in forest, narrowly escapes rape attempt
A 31-year-old woman from Delhi was forced to spend a night in a forest in Uttarakhand after allegedly escaping an attempted rape by her taxi driver.
PM Modi inaugurates ₹15,200cr GPRA project, launches Delhi Metro lines
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday inaugurated a major housing and infrastructure project in Delhi.
Kerala extends controlled wild boar culling order for another year
The Kerala government has extended the order for controlled culling of wild boars by another year.
India sizzles 8°C above normal, IMD sounds early heatwave alarm
India is witnessing an unusually early and intense heatwave in 2026, with temperatures soaring 4-8°C above seasonal averages.
No fuel price hike for now, government eyes Russian LNG
The Indian government has assured that there will be no immediate increase in retail prices of petrol and diesel.
Jaishankar defends docking Iranian vessel IRIS Lavan at Kochi port
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar has clarified India's decision to allow an Iranian naval vessel, IRIS Lavan, to dock at Kochi.
Delhi: Holi water balloon dispute turns fatal, sparks tensions
A Holi celebration in Uttam Nagar, Delhi, turned deadly after an 11-year-old girl accidentally splashed colored water on a Muslim woman, according to a report by Hindustan Times.
HC acquits Gurmeet Ram Rahim in journalist murder case
The Punjab and Haryana High Court has acquitted Gurmeet Ram Rahim Singh, chief of Dera Sacha Sauda, in the 2002 murder case of Sirsa journalist Ram Chander Chhatrapati.
Maharashtra budget 2026 focuses on Mumbai Metropolitan Region's development
Maharashtra Chief Minister and Finance Minister Devendra Fadnavis presented the state budget on March 6.
Hostage to distant war, 1.25L UP workers stranded in Gulf
Over 1.25 lakh people from Lucknow and nearby districts, including masons, construction workers, technicians, drivers, and religious tourists, are stuck in Gulf countries due to the ongoing Iran-Israel conflict.
IAF pilot killed in Sukhoi crash participated in Op Sindoor
Flight Lieutenant Purvesh Duragkar, who died in a Sukhoi Su-30 MKI crash in Assam's Karbi Anglong on Thursday, was part of Operation Sindoor.
Andhra announces social media ban for children below 13
Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu has announced a ban on social media for children below the age of 13.
Andhra offers ₹25,000 to couples who have 2nd, 3rd kid
The Andhra Pradesh government has proposed a new population policy to encourage larger families, where the draft policy proposes financial support and welfare benefits for families with more children.
MP man hammers teen to death, eats flesh, drinks blood
In a shocking incident in Madhya Pradesh's Damoh district, a 16-year-old boy was brutally murdered in broad daylight by a man who then proceeded to eat his flesh and drink blood.
Delhi skips Spring, hits 34.3°C; hottest March start since 2023
Delhi has recorded its highest average minimum temperature for early March since 2023, with an average of 16°C.
2 IAF pilots killed after Sukhoi jet crashes in Assam
The Indian Air Force (IAF) has confirmed the deaths of two pilots in a Sukhoi Su-30MKI fighter jet crash in Assam's Karbi Anglong district.
Sukhoi Su-30MKI fighter jet loses radar contact in Assam
A Sukhoi Su-30MKI fighter plane has gone missing in Assam after losing radar contact.
India responded to distress call of Iran ship: Navy
The Indian Navy on Thursday said it launched search and rescue operations for the Iranian frigate IRIS Dena, which sank in the Indian Ocean after being hit by a torpedo fired from a United States submarine.
What India is doing to address possible energy shortage
Australia and Canada have reportedly offered to sell gas to India as the country seeks alternative energy sources amid the escalating conflict in West Asia, government sources told ANI.
In a first, India condoles Khamenei's death; signs Condolence Book
Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri, on behalf of the Government of India, signed the Condolence Book at the Embassy of Iran in New Delhi on Thursday and offered condolences to the slain Supreme Leader of Iran, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, a first reaction to the Iranian leader's killing.
'Military conflict can't fix issue': PM on US-Iran, Ukraine-Russia wars
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday stressed the need for dialogue and diplomacy, stating military conflict alone is not the answer to ongoing military conflicts such as the Russia-Ukraine and Israel-US-Iran wars.
India rejects claim US using its ports to attack Iran
India has strongly rejected a report that the United States is using its ports to strike Iran.
Stray dog mutilates corpse kept on Telangana mortuary floor
A stray dog mutilated a man's body at the mortuary of a government-run hospital in Telangana's Mahabubnagar on Monday.
Padma Bhushan awardee, journalist HK Dua passes away at 88
Senior journalist and Padma Bhushan awardee HK Dua passed away in New Delhi today. He was 88.
Bengaluru ex-techie hangs herself after dispute with mother-in-law over cooking
A 35-year-old former engineer, identified as Sushma, allegedly died by suicide at her home in Bengaluru on Tuesday after a dispute with her mother-in-law, Kalpana, over cooking.
India to buy 5 more S-400s after Iran-Israel conflict escalates
India is set to procure five additional squadrons of the Russian S-400 air defense missile system.
Modi speaks to Oman Sultan, Kuwait Prince amid US-Israel-Iran conflict
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday spoke to Sultan Haitham bin Tarik of Oman and Crown Prince Sheikh Sabah Al-Khaled Al-Hamad Al-Mubarak Al-Sabah of Kuwait.
India fully prepared, energy supplies robust: Centre amid Middle-East conflict
India is well-prepared to tackle any short-term disruptions in energy supplies due to the current situation in the Middle East, Petroleum and Natural Gas Minister Hardeep Singh Puri said.
India signs ₹5,083cr deals for 6 advanced helicopters, Shtil missiles
The Ministry of Defence has signed contracts worth ₹5,083 crore to bolster India's maritime security.
Iran-Israel conflict threatens UP's export-driven industries
The ongoing conflict between Iran and Israel, involving the United States, is posing a major threat to Uttar Pradesh's export-driven industries.
PV Sindhu escapes Middle East war zone, lands in Bengaluru
Indian badminton star PV Sindhu has returned to Bengaluru after being stranded in Dubai due to the ongoing conflict in the Middle East.
Air India flies 149 stranded passengers home from Dubai
Air India has successfully operated the first Indian carrier flight from Dubai to New Delhi, bringing back 149 stranded passengers.
CBSE postpones Class X, Class XII examinations for March 5,6
The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has postponed the Class 10 and Class 12 board examinations in Bahrain, Iran, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and the United Arab Emirates in light of the ongoing crisis in the Middle East.
PM Modi reaches 30M YouTube subscribers, world's most followed leader
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has become the first world leader to cross 30 million subscribers on YouTube.
UP: 6 people killed, 7 injured in bus-van collision
A tragic road accident on the Yamuna Expressway in Uttar Pradesh's Hathras district left six people dead and seven others injured.
NIA turns to China to trace Pahalgam attack GoPro camera
The National Investigation Agency(NIA) is seeking information from China about a GoPro Hero 12 camera that was used in the April 22, 2025, terror attack at Pahalgam's Baisaran Meadow.
Limited flight operations resume from Middle East to India
Limited flight operations from parts of the Middle East to India have resumed, providing some relief to stranded passengers.
Oleum gas leak in Palghar triggers mass evacuation, 2,600 displaced
A toxic oleum gas leak at a chemical plant in Maharashtra's Palghar district has forced the evacuation of over 2,600 people, including 1,600 school students.
IMD warns of prolonged heatwaves across India from March
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted a hotter-than-normal March this year, with an early onset of summer.
India-Canada ink 'landmark' uranium supply deal, critical minerals MoU
India and Canada have taken a major step in strengthening their energy and technology ties with the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on critical minerals cooperation.