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India's 2027 census will include households headed by transgender individuals
The upcoming 2027 Census in India will, for the first time, include data on transgender-headed households, the Rajya Sabha was informed.
Court grants pre-arrest bail to designer of protest t-shirts
A T-shirt designer involved in the AI Summit protest has received interim protection from arrest, while being directed to cooperate with the Delhi Police investigation.
Karnataka's Shakti Smart Card to offer free bus, metro rides
The Karnataka government is set to launch the Shakti Smart Mobility Card, offering women free and simplified travel across Bengaluru's major transport systems.
CBI inspector extorts ₹2cr bribe to settle false case
The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has filed an FIR against its own inspector, Deepak Phalswal, for allegedly attempting to extort Rs 2 crore from a South Delhi resident.
PM Modi launches ₹10,800cr infra projects in Kerala
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has launched infrastructure projects worth Rs 11,000 crore in Kerala, including a BPCL petrochemical unit.
Chhattisgarh BJP leader arrested for running illegal opium farm
Vinayak Tamrakar, a BJP leader from Chhattisgarh, has been arrested for allegedly cultivating opium illegally; he blames his domestic help for the crime.
Manipur: Class 9 student found dead in school bathroom
A class 9 student in Assam's Cachar district was found dead in his hostel, with initial investigations suggesting suicide due to ragging.
Maharashtra Class 10 math paper leaked on Telegram: Report
Maharashtra's Class 10 Mathematics exam papers were leaked on a Telegram channel prior to the exams, according to an FIR filed at Pune’s Shivajinagar police station.
CBSE papers have QR codes, some kids get rickrolled
QR codes on CBSE exam papers enhance security and help collect exam-related data, ensuring the integrity of the examination process.
Tamil Nadu: 14-year-old girl gang-raped in moving vehicle
A 14-year-old girl was allegedly gang-raped in Chengalpattu district, Tamil Nadu, leading to the arrest of two suspects by local police.
Man who previously served time for murder shot dead
A 30-year-old man, previously accused in a murder case, was shot dead by unidentified bike-borne assailants in South Delhi, with police suspecting a revenge killing.
UP: Woman, son kill daughter over inter-caste relationship
In Uttar Pradesh's Fatehpur district, a woman named Farzana was allegedly poisoned by her mother and brother due to her relationship with a Hindu man.
SC removes Danino-led panel from NCERT projects
The Supreme Court has ordered the removal of Professor Michel Danino, head of the NCERT social science curriculum, due to a contentious chapter in a Class 8 textbook.
Himachal Pradesh's vehicle entry tax hike sparks protests in Punjab
The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) government in Punjab is considering imposing an entry tax on vehicles registered in Himachal Pradesh, escalating inter-state tensions.
Taranjit Singh Sandhu takes oath as Delhi's new LG
Taranjit Singh Sandhu, a seasoned diplomat, was sworn in as the 23rd Lieutenant Governor of Delhi by Chief Justice Devendra Kumar Upadhyaya.
Telangana man sells newborn son to fund drinking habit
A man in Telangana's Medak district allegedly sold his newborn son for Rs 1.70 lakh to fund his alcohol addiction, causing widespread outrage and concern.
Bengaluru might soon have an entertainment tax--details here
Bengaluru residents might soon pay more for movies and live shows due to a proposed entertainment tax by the Fifth State Finance Commission.
Video of baby inside scooter's under-seat compartment goes viral
A viral video showing a woman placing her infant in the storage compartment of a scooter before riding away has sparked widespread concern and criticism online.
India hits record coal stock of 210MT
The Indian government has initiated a comprehensive strategy to tackle energy shortages, leveraging the country's record-high coal stock of approximately 210 million tonnes.
SC allows 1st-ever passive euthanasia in India
The Indian Supreme Court has approved passive euthanasia for the first time, citing Shakespeare's "Hamlet" in its ruling on a case involving a man in a vegetative state.
Dating app connect: 24-year-old dies by suicide over boyfriend's harassment
A 24-year-old dental student in Mumbai, identified as Stuti Sonawane, died by suicide, leaving a six-page note that led to her boyfriend's arrest on abetment charges.
Air India Express flight's nose wheel breaks during landing
An Air India Express flight from Hyderabad to Phuket experienced a nose wheel breakage upon landing, leading to the temporary closure of Phuket International Airport's runway.
India boosts fuel reserves amid West Asia tensions
Amid escalating tensions in West Asia, India is fortifying its energy security to counter potential disruptions in fuel supply due to the Hormuz crisis.
IRCTC meal service under threat due to LPG shortage
The Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation (IRCTC) may temporarily stop cooked meal services on trains due to a nationwide shortage of LPG cylinders.
IITs' rising civil services success stories
The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) Civil Services 2025 results showcased the success of several IIT graduates, including Mrityunjay Gupta, Monica Srivastava, and Anubhav.
PM Modi to inaugurate railway projects connecting Kerala, Tamil Nadu
Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurates several railway development projects in Kerala, signaling a push for improved southern connectivity across India.
'Bengal will not let me go...': Governor Bose's emotional farewell
Former governor C V Ananda Bose penned an emotional farewell letter, expressing his deep connection with West Bengal and stating his journey in the state is "far from over".
Non-Hindus banned from entering Uttarakhand temples ahead of Char Dham
Ahead of the Char Dham Yatra 2026, the Badrinath-Kedarnath Temple Committee has barred non-Hindus from entering 47 temples under its jurisdiction.
LPG supply cut threatens India's 5G rollout
India's ongoing LPG shortage could potentially disrupt mobile and internet services by affecting telecom tower manufacturing, according to industry representatives.
Shiv Pratap Shukla takes oath as Telangana governor
Shiv Prakash Shukla was sworn in as the new Governor of Telangana on March 11, 2026, succeeding Jishnu Dev Varma. The oath-taking ceremony was held at Lok Bhavan, Hyderabad.
Bangladesh envoy addresses Indian military officers amid thaw in ties
Bangladesh's envoy to India, Riaz Hamidullah, addressed Indian military officers at the Army War College, following a visit by Dhaka's Director General of Forces Intelligence.
West Asia conflict disrupts LPG supply, hits Punjab's wedding preparations
The sudden halt in commercial LPG cylinder supply, due to Middle East conflict, threatens over 10,000 weddings in Punjab, causing widespread panic and hoarding.
Nursing students booked, suspended for studying unrecognized course
Over 50 Kashmiri nursing students at Mewar University in Rajasthan face FIRs and suspensions amid a dispute over the legitimacy of their degrees.
Teen fights off attacking leopard with bare hands
In a remarkable act of bravery, 18-year-old Pravesh Sharma killed a leopard with stones after it attacked him near his home in Himachal Pradesh.
India increases wait time between gas cylinder bookings amid crisis
Amid fears of an oil shortage due to the West Asia conflict, changes in LPG refill booking rules in India have led to confusion and long queues at gas stations.
108 Maoists, including top commanders, surrender in Chhattisgarh
In a significant blow to Naxalism, 108 hardened Maoists with rewards totalling Rs 3.95 crore on their heads surrendered in Chhattisgarh.
SC allows vegetative state patient to die: What it means
The Supreme Court has permitted passive euthanasia for a vegetative patient, emphasizing the patient's welfare as paramount.
Char Dham Yatra 2026 registration is open: How to apply
The Uttarakhand government has started the registration process for the Char Dham Yatra 2026, with the pilgrimage commencing on April 19.
Uber driver returns passenger's wallet, earns praise online
Zoho founder, Sridhar Vembu, commended a Bengaluru Uber driver named Toguru for returning a passenger's lost wallet, highlighting India as a "high-trust society".
International flights from Delhi facing delays due to this reason
Delhi International Airport Limited (DIAL) has urged international passengers to check with airlines for updates due to potential westbound flight disruptions.
SC reserves verdict on vegetative man seeking passive euthanasia
The Supreme Court has permitted the withdrawal of life support for a 31-year-old Ghaziabad man, Harish Rana, 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.
LPG crisis: Restaurants shut, iconic dishes disappear
Bengaluru's hotels and eateries face potential shutdowns due to a severe shortage of commercial LPG cylinders, triggered by escalating geopolitical tensions in West Asia.
India to help shipping firms amid Iran crisis
The Indian government has announced concessions for shippers with West Asia-bound cargo stranded due to the ongoing Iran-US war.
Indian Navy Agniveer recruitment for 2027 batch opens soon
The Indian Navy has opened applications for Agniveer SSR, MR, and SSS (Medical) Sailor posts from March 14 to April 6, 2026.
Is it worth buying gold in Dubai now?
Indian travellers can bring back gold from Dubai duty-free, with a limit of 20 grams for men and 40 grams for women. However, customs rules apply to larger quantities.
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).
No more 'dosa' and 'chapati?' LPG crisis hits Hyderabad hostels
Hyderabad hostels may cease serving dosa, chapati, and puri due to a looming commercial LPG cylinder shortage linked to West Asia tensions.
Woman declared brain-dead wakes up in ambulance after miraculous recovery
A woman from Uttar Pradesh, declared brain-dead, astonishingly showed signs of life after the ambulance carrying her hit a pothole.
Gulf Air flies stranded Indians home after Bahrain blockade ends
A special flight operated by Gulf Air evacuated 140 Indian tourists, including 60 Telugus, stranded in Bahrain since late February due to escalating regional conflict.
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.
'India sends humanitarian aid to cyclone-hit Madagascar'
India has dispatched 30 tonnes of humanitarian aid, including medical supplies and tents, to cyclone-hit Madagascar, reaffirming its commitment to crisis support.
TN SSLC exams start today: Check schedule, important instructions
The Directorate of Government Examinations Tamil Nadu commences the Class 10 public examinations today, with over nine lakh students expected to participate.
Thane: Teen hits ticket checker after being asked to show ID
An 18-year-old female passenger allegedly assaulted a woman ticket checker at Thane railway station, leading to her arrest under the Indian Railway Act.
J&K weather: Rain, snow, thunderstorms expected from today
Jammu and Kashmir are expected to experience rain and snowfall following a period of unusually warm weather, prompting the Meteorological Centre to issue advisories.
SC to rule on whether man can die with dignity
The Supreme Court of India is set to rule on whether Harish Rana, in a vegetative state since 2013, can have his life-support withdrawn.
PIL on PM CARES Fund dismissed by Supreme Court
The Supreme Court expressed skepticism over a Public Interest Litigation (PIL) petition, suspecting it was drafted using artificial intelligence by an amateur litigant.
Great Nicobar airport moves ahead, ₹81,000cr project faces challenges
The Great Nicobar International Airport project advances as the Airports Authority of India invites tenders for consultancy, following recent environmental clearance.
'Nude photos, rotten vegetables': Weird parcel arrives at airport
A peculiar parcel containing nude photos and rotten items has incited fears of black magic at Kempegowda International Airport, leading to a police investigation.
Prepare for extreme weather: WMO warns of hotter global temperatures
The World Meteorological Organization (WMO) warns of a potential El Nino and above-average temperatures, impacting India's monsoon season and causing heatwaves.
Indian medical students can leave Iran via Armenia: MEA
Indian medical students in Iran have been granted permission to exit through the Armenia border after booking confirmed flights to New Delhi.
Thane to see 24-hour water cut on Thursday
Thane residents are set to experience a 24-hour water supply disruption from March 12 due to pipeline maintenance. The affected areas include Uthalsar and Naupada wards.
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.