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Pakistan ISI-backed spy ring busted; minor among 22 arrested
Ghaziabad Police have apprehended eight more individuals, including a key mastermind, in an espionage case linked to Pakistan, raising the total arrests to 22.
SC asks ED to form SIT in Anil Ambani case
The Supreme Court has reprimanded central probe agencies for their "reluctant" investigation into the bank fraud case linked to Anil Ambani's Reliance Communications.
Delhi-Rohtak highway accident: 3 dead, 4 injured
Three people were killed and four critically injured when a speeding truck hit pedestrians and vehicles on Delhi-Rohtak road. The driver, who attempted to flee, was later arrested.
'Pirates, rough weather threaten on Gulf of Aden voyage'
Chandigarh-born merchant navy captain, Harman Singh, successfully steered a massive liquefied petroleum gas tanker from the US to India, circumventing tensions in West Asia.
LPG crisis: Bengaluru's hotels, funeral homes, and families are suffering
The ongoing LPG shortage has severely hampered the operations of Shraadha Kendras in Bengaluru, leading to sudden cancellations of pre-booked ancestral rites.
How long can India run on its strategic oil reserves
India's strategic oil reserves, designed to last for 9.5 days, are currently at only two-thirds capacity, according to the Rajya Sabha.
PM Modi says India is bringing back citizens from Iran
Prime Minister Narendra Modi drew parallels between the COVID-19 pandemic and the ongoing Middle East conflict, highlighting potential challenges for India.
Man paraded naked for marrying against family's wishes
A 25-year-old man in Maharashtra was brutally assaulted and publicly humiliated by a mob for marrying against his family's wishes.
LPG cylinder bookings in Hyderabad jump amid West Asia tensions
The ongoing US-Israel and Iran war has triggered an acute LPG shortage in Hyderabad, leading to a thriving black market and causing distress among consumers.
PM calls Hormuz blockade 'unacceptable,' urges dialogue
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has called for dialogue to end the ongoing conflict in West Asia, terming the blockade of the Strait of Hormuz as 'unacceptable'.
Karnataka man loses ₹15cr to fake CBI officers
An 81-year-old businessman from Karnataka lost over ₹15 crore to fraudsters impersonating CBI officials, who tricked him into transferring funds to a 'fake government account'.
India has stepped up security at borders, coasts: Modi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has called for heightened internal security and vigilance against misinformation amid the ongoing West Asia conflict.
Ongoing West Asia conflict alarming, can have long-term effects: Modi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi warns that the ongoing West Asia conflict may have long-term effects, urging India to prepare as it did during the Covid-19 pandemic.
PM Modi in direct contact with West Asian leaders
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has confirmed that he has spoken twice to leaders of nations in the Middle East, ensuring the safety of Indians stuck in the war-affected region.
Delhi airport only Indian entry in top 30 global rankings
Indira Gandhi International Airport in Delhi has become the only Indian airport to feature in the top 30 of the Skytrax World Airport Awards 2026.
Bihar Board Class 12 results are out: Check pass percentage
The Bihar Board 12th Result 2026 reveals girls outshining boys, with a higher overall pass percentage and dominating the toppers list in Arts and Commerce streams.
Pune eatery blames 'orange-haired man' for price hike
A Pune restaurant humorously blamed an 'orange-haired man' for initiating a war that led to increased LPG prices, prompting a menu price revision.
'Need to be prepared like COVID...': PM's West Asia warning
Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the Lok Sabha on Monday, focusing on the ongoing West Asia conflict.
PM Modi urges Parliament to send united message on crisis
PM Narendra Modi expressed deep concern over the ongoing conflict in West Asia, emphasizing the need for a strong, unified message from Parliament.
Pune-Nashik highway accident: 3 family members killed, 2 children injured
Three individuals were killed and two children injured in a late-night collision between a car and a bus on the Pune-Nashik highway.
Iran-Israel conflict impacts India: Steel prices soar
The ongoing Iran-Israel conflict is significantly driving up steel prices, thereby escalating homebuilding costs in Mumbai, NCR, and Bengaluru.
Why Sonam Wangchuk's detention under NSA was revoked
The Supreme Court has dismissed a plea challenging climate activist Sonam Wangchuk's detention, stating there is 'nothing left in the matter'.
Karnataka plans to ban under-16s from using social media
Karnataka's government is developing a comprehensive framework to regulate mobile and social media usage among students under 16, according to Education Minister Madhu Bangarappa.
Kerala: 5 family members found dead in house
Five family members, including three children, were found dead in a rented house in Kochi, Kerala. Police suspect a case of murder-suicide due to prolonged family distress.
Ram Navami 2026: Date, significance, rituals, and more
Ram Navami 2026, marking Lord Ram's birth anniversary, will be celebrated on March 26th. The auspicious event includes rituals from 11:11 AM to 1:39 PM.
Delhi couple gets court protection from wife's family
The Delhi High Court has intervened to protect a newlywed couple from family threats, emphasizing the 'inalienable' right to marry.
Maharashtra: Priests, devotees brawl during Jyotiba temple ritual; video goes viral
A shocking video has surfaced online showing priests physically assaulting devotees during morning rituals at Maharashtra's Jyotiba Temple in Kolhapur.
India considers lighter LPG cylinders amid West Asia crisis
The Indian government is considering reducing domestic LPG cylinder sizes to manage availability, causing concern among dealers and consumers.
NIA raids in Kashmir: 11 arrests made in Red Fort blast
The National Investigation Agency (NIA) is conducting searches at nine locations in Jammu and Kashmir, as part of the ongoing probe into last year's Red Fort car bomb blast.
Assam: 7 killed in head-on collision between truck, ambulance
An ambulance-truck collision on National Highway-15 in Assam resulted in seven fatalities, including a child. The truck driver is currently absconding.
Martyrs' Day: Remembering Bhagat Singh, Sukhdev, Rajguru's sacrifice
On Martyrs’ Day, India pays homage to its fallen soldiers, honouring their sacrifices through official ceremonies, welfare schemes for families, and public remembrance.
IMD warns of rain, thunderstorms in parts of Tamil Nadu
The India Meteorological Department predicts moderate rainfall and thunderstorms in southern Tamil Nadu and the Western Ghats today, due to a low-pressure system.
Diabetes, multivitamin drugs flagged as unapproved by India's drug regulator
The Drug Controller General of India (DCGI) has initiated a nationwide crackdown on 90 unapproved fixed-dose combination (FDC) drugs due to serious public health concerns.
Bihar Board Class 12 results today at 1:30pm
The Bihar Board Intermediate Result 2026 will be announced today, continuing the board's trend of releasing Class 12 results in March.
BSEB Inter results today at 1:30pm Here's how to check
Bihar's Education Minister, Sunil Kumar, will declare the BSEB Intermediate results on official websites including interbiharboard.com and bsebexam.com.
Why you might soon get 10kg LPG in 14.2kg cylinders
India's state-run oil marketing companies are reportedly considering a new plan to conserve liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) supplies.
Manipur: Mob attacks house of Kuki-Zo leader during talks
A mob attempted to invade the residence of Kuki Zo Council chairman H Thanglet in Churachandpur, Manipur, leading to armed men firing blank shots.
Timeline of how Nashik godman Kharat's case unraveled: Report
A former employee of self-styled godman Ashokkumar Eknath Kharat has exposed a major sexual exploitation scandal in Maharashtra.
Ozempic's price to drop significantly in India
Semaglutide's patent expiry in India paves the way for affordable diabetes and weight loss treatment, potentially transforming healthcare outcomes in the country.
Bengaluru couple swindles ₹25 crore in fake government job scam
A couple in Bengaluru has been arrested for allegedly defrauding hundreds of job seekers with fake promises of government jobs in the court system.
TN: Sattankulam custodial deaths case verdict today; probe details
A father and son, P. Jayaraj and J. Benicks, were brutally tortured leading to their deaths in police custody in Sattankulam, Tamil Nadu in June 2020.
Delhi gets brief rain; heatwave, storms in store across India
Delhi started its day with a pleasant morning and light rain in several areas on Monday.
Activists, MPs, political parties oppose Union government's transgender bill
Members of Parliament and political party officials across India have opposed the Union government's Bill to amend the Transgender Persons (Protection of Rights) Act, 2019.
Power, water supply to be unavailable in parts of Visakhapatnam
Scheduled power outages and water supply interruptions are set to occur across Visakhapatnam today due to essential maintenance works.
Major update for air travelers: DGCA releases flight schedule
The Directorate General for Civil Aviation (DGCA) has released the summer schedule for domestic flights in India, effective from March 29th.
BSEB Inter results 2026 likely on March 23
The Bihar School Examination Board is set to announce the Class 12 results soon, with no confirmed date yet. Students can access their scores on various official websites.
Delhi shivers through its coldest March day in recent years
Delhi residents woke up to cloudy skies and light rain, a pattern expected to continue due to back-to-back weak western disturbances affecting north India this week.
Central Delhi dry since yesterday; water supply to resume Tuesday
A damaged pipeline has halted operations at the Chandrawal water treatment plant, disrupting water supply in several parts of Delhi. Normalcy is expected to return by Tuesday.
Lucknow girl, 6, suffers deep neck cuts from nylon 'manjha'
A six-year-old girl sustained serious injuries from a banned nylon kite string while riding a motorcycle with her father in Lucknow, marking the 18th such incident in the city.
Shimla hotel cooking on 'char' stoves amid LPG crisis
Due to an ongoing LPG shortage, cooks in Shimla are using traditional firewood-based methods to prepare meals for legislators during the state Assembly's Budget session.
No more short jail sentences in England and Wales
From Monday, most offenders in England and Wales facing up to a year in jail are likely to receive suspended sentences, marking a significant shift in sentencing policy.
Unseasonal rain, hailstorms damage crops in Maharashtra; farmers hit hard
Unseasonal rain and hailstorms have devastated over 56,000 acres of Rabi crops in Maharashtra, exacerbating the existing agrarian distress.
Delhi: Gym shot at after owner receives ₹2cr extortion
Unidentified attackers fired at a gym in Southwest Delhi's Chhawla, days after an alleged extortion demand of Rs 2 crore was made to the owner.
In-laws of deceased woman can claim MVA compensation: Bombay HC
The Bombay High Court has ruled that both parents and parents-in-law can claim compensation following a married woman's death in a road accident, under the Motor Vehicles Act.
Rain, thunderstorms likely in North India from March 23
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) predicts cloudy skies in Delhi and issues a yellow alert in Himachal Pradesh following a landslide.
AI can't replace lawyers or judges: Supreme Court Justice
Justice Vikram Nath, the Supreme Court's most senior judge, asserts that artificial intelligence (AI) can never replace judges in writing judgments.
Delhi businessman arrested for planning fake police raid
A businessman has been arrested for allegedly masterminding a fake police raid to cheat two brothers, leading to their abduction and robbery in west Delhi's Rajouri Garden.
Delhi Police arrest 62 people in major crime crackdown
Delhi Police arrested 62 individuals during a four-day operation against organised crime and street criminals in Rohini, New Delhi.
Himachal Pradesh weather: Snow, rain, and thunderstorms expected
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) predicts light rain and snowfall in Himachal Pradesh on Monday, with a yellow alert for thunderstorms in four districts.
California parents dead after alleged murder-suicide; kids escape
Three children narrowly escaped a horrifying domestic violence incident in Sacramento, where their parents were found dead in an apparent murder-suicide.
India aims to become global drone manufacturing hub by 2030
India's Defence Minister, Rajnath Singh, has set a 2030 target for the country to become self-reliant in drone manufacturing, reducing dependence on foreign components.
ED asks Indians who bought Dubai properties via credit cards
The Enforcement Directorate (ED) is sending notices to Indians who used credit cards to buy properties in Dubai, potentially violating Indian laws.
Ladakh activist Wangchuk back home after 6 months in jail
Environmental activist Sonam Wangchuk, recently released from jail, received a warm welcome in Leh and called for a 'give and take' approach to resolve issues concerning Ladakh.
Modi reviews India's energy preparedness amid West Asia conflict
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday chaired a high-level meeting to review India's energy preparedness amid rising tensions in the Middle East.
Chhattisgarh: 1 dead, 17 injured as ropeway cable snaps
A tragic incident occurred at the Khallari Mata Temple in Chhattisgarh's Mahasamund district on Sunday.
PM calls meeting on energy situation amid West Asia crisis
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will hold a high-level meeting on Sunday evening with senior ministers to review India's petroleum, power, and fertilizer sectors.
PM Modi becomes India's longest-serving head of government
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has become the longest-serving head of government in India, surpassing former Sikkim Chief Minister Pawan Kumar Chamling's record.
Andhra Pradesh: 16 people die after consuming contaminated milk
At least 16 people have died in Andhra Pradesh after consuming adulterated milk contaminated with ethylene glycol.
Manipur CM meets Kuki-Zo Council for 1st time since violence
For the first time since ethnic violence erupted in May 2023, Manipur Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh met with the Churachandpur-based civil society organization, Kuki-Zo Council (KZC), on Saturday evening in Guwahati.
First Russian oil tanker reaches India amid US sanctions waiver
The Aqua Titan, a tanker carrying Russian crude originally headed for China, has reached Mangaluru port in India. It is the first of seven such vessels to arrive in the country.
Hyderabad doctor ends life after family refuses her pet cat
A 23-year-old doctor in Hyderabad, identified as T Princy alias Shreshtha, allegedly died by suicide on Friday evening.
Delhi shivers in March: More rain forecast in upcoming week
Delhi woke up to a winter-like chill on Sunday, more typical of January than late March. The unusual weather was caused by rain-soaked air and overnight cooling after recent record rain activity.
Ranya Rao got duped of ₹2cr in first smuggling attempt
Kannada actress Ranya Rao and her associate Tarun Konduru Raju were cheated of ₹2 crore by a Ugandan gold agent, according to anonymous officials cited by Hindustan Times.
Manipur: 13.4kg crystal meth worth ₹100cr seized near Myanmar border
Manipur police and security forces have seized a huge cache of crystal methamphetamine worth around ₹100 crore from the Indo-Myanmar border district of Tengnoupal.
Modi calls Iran's Pezeshkian, pushes diplomacy to secure Hormuz shipping
Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke with Iranian President Dr Masoud Pezeshkian on Saturday, extending Eid and Nowruz greetings.
Himachal CM's aide's son escapes kidnapping attempt in Shimla
A suspected kidnapping attempt was made on Aryan Chauhan, the son of an aide of Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhwinder Singh Sukhu.
Varanasi student shot dead on campus, father demands 'encounter justice'
A 23-year-old college student was shot dead by a fellow student at Uday Pratap College in Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh.
MEA debunks claim of US seeking military action in India
The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) has dismissed a viral social media claim that the United States sought permission to use Indian territory for military action against Iran.
9 held in Pakistan-run WhatsApp spy ring, including 5 minors
Nine suspects, including five minors, were arrested in an espionage case linked to Pakistan.
Kashmir: Eid celebrations underway, but no prayers at Jama Masjid
Eid-ul-Fitr is being celebrated with great enthusiasm across Kashmir on Saturday.
Andhra Pradesh: Odisha MLA, 36 others escape bus fire
A major tragedy was averted early Saturday when a private passenger bus caught fire in Andhra Pradesh's Vizianagaram district.
PM Modi greets nation on Eid-ul-Fitr, extends best wishes
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has extended his warm greetings to the nation on the occasion of Eid-ul-Fitr.
Maharashtra women's panel chief quits over rape-accused astrologer links
Rupali Chakankar, the chairperson of the Maharashtra State Commission for Women, has resigned after her alleged links with rape-accused astrologer Ashok Kharat came to light.
Delhi logs coldest March day in 6 years, foggy morning
Delhi was greeted with light rain and mild thunderstorms on Friday, bringing the minimum temperature down to 16 degrees Celsius.
CJI Kant recuses from hearing petitions challenging 2023 ECI law
Chief Justice of India (CJI) Surya Kant has recused himself from hearing a batch of petitions challenging the constitutional validity of the Chief Election Commissioner and Other Election Commissioners (Appointment, Conditions of Service and Term of Office) Act, 2023.
'Situation remains concerning but domestic LPG supply normal': Centre
The Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas has assured that the supply of liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) is normal, despite a concerning situation.
Sharjeel Imam walks free after 6 years on 10-day bail
Activist Sharjeel Imam, an accused in the 2020 Northeast Delhi riots case, was granted 10-day interim bail by a Delhi court.
Air India's 'wrong' Canada-bound Boeing 777 recalled mid-flight over China
An Air India flight from Delhi to Vancouver had to return mid-air as the wrong aircraft was dispatched.
Centre forms 3-member expert committee to rewrite NCERT's 'judiciary' chapter
The Union government has formed an expert committee to review a controversial National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT) Class 8 social science chapter on the judiciary.
Bangladeshi national arrested for sending bomb threats to Gurugram schools
A 30-year-old Bangladeshi national, Saurabh Vishwas (alias Michael), was arrested for sending fake bomb threat emails to several schools in Gurugram on January 28, NDTV reported.
ED probes illegal surrogacy, baby-selling racket, seizes ₹40cr worth properties
The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has unearthed a massive money laundering operation linked to an illegal surrogacy and baby-selling racket linked to Hyderabad-based doctor Pachipala Namratha.
Haryana shuts meat shops near sensitive areas during Navratri festival
The Haryana government has ordered a ban on opening meat shops near sensitive areas during the ongoing festival of Navratri, PTI reported, citing an official statement.
Elderly Jharkhand man forced to drink urine over witchcraft suspicion
In a shocking incident in Jharkhand's Latehar district, villagers allegedly forced an elderly man to drink urine after accusing him of witchcraft.
DGCA asks airlines to avoid 9 airspaces amid Gulf tensions
The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has issued an advisory to airlines, asking them to avoid nine airspaces in the Gulf region. The move comes in light of the ongoing conflict in the area.
India invokes Essential Commodities Act, orders near real-time oil-gas data
The Indian government has invoked the Essential Commodities Act, mandating oil and gas companies to share their data with the Petroleum Planning and Analysis Cell (PPAC).
Major Indian airports to shut for runway repairs: Details here
If you're planning to travel in the coming months, you might want to check your flight details.
IIT-B students on trip killed in Mumbai-Pune Expressway accident
Three Indian Institute of Technology Bombay (IIT-B) students were killed in a tragic accident on the Mumbai-Pune Expressway on Thursday.
Gurugram gets India's first LPG ATM, offers contactless refills
Gurugram has become the first city in the National Capital Region (NCR) to launch an LPG ATM, a smart vending machine that dispenses lightweight gas cylinders.
Himachal: Orange alert issued for 3 districts amid wet spell
Himachal Pradesh is witnessing a wet spell with rainfall and snowfall in the higher reaches of the state.
'Possibly orchestrated': Ukraine responds after 6 nationals arrested by NIA
Ukraine has expressed "serious concern" over the arrest of six of its nationals by India's National Investigation Agency (NIA).
Dawood Ibrahim's ancestral lands sold after 4 failed auction attempts
Four ancestral lands belonging to underworld don Dawood Ibrahim have finally been sold after four failed attempts to auction them off.
Woman pushes daughter toward train; tells bystanders 'don't save her'
An eight-year-old girl is fighting for her life after her mother allegedly pushed her in front of a moving train at the Narmadapuram railway station in Madhya Pradesh on Tuesday evening.
IMD warns of more rain, thunderstorms for Delhi-NCR
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a yellow alert for Delhi and the National Capital Region (NCR) on March 19 and 20.
India deploys additional warships to protect fuel shipments
India has stepped up its naval presence in the Gulf of Oman, deploying over half a dozen warships to protect its commercial vessels.
Fire breaks out at Trade and Taxes building in Delhi
A fire broke out at the Trade and Taxes building in Delhi's ITO on Thursday morning. The blaze started on the 12th floor of the multi-story structure, which houses the Sales Tax office.
Why man brought fetus to court in ₹200cr case
In a bizarre incident, a man placed his wife's lifeless fetus in front of the judge's dais in the Madhya Pradesh High Court.
Major fire breaks out in Chandigarh's Sector 22 mobile market
A major fire broke out in Chandigarh's Sector 22 mobile market on Wednesday afternoon.
Delhi to buy ₹6.2cr AC, sofa-fitted boats to inspect Yamuna
The Delhi government has floated a ₹6.2 crore tender for the purchase of two high-end, air-conditioned boats for VIP inspections on the Yamuna River.
7 killed after fire erupts in residential building in Delhi
Seven people have been killed after a fire broke out in a residential building in southwest Delhi's Palam area on Wednesday morning.
Airlines must offer 60% seats for free selection: Centre
The Indian government has mandated that at least 60% of seats on all flights must be made available for free selection.
NIA arrests 7 foreign nationals for terror funding in India
The National Investigation Agency (NIA) has arrested seven foreign nationals, including six Ukrainians and one United States citizen, for allegedly conspiring to carry out terrorist activities in India.
'Use LPG judiciously': Government says situation remains matter of concern
The central government has said that there is no LPG distributor facing a dry-out situation at present but reiterated that the situation remains a "matter of concern."
Bring law recognizing paternity leave: Supreme Court tells Union
The Supreme Court has urged the Union Government to introduce a law recognizing paternity leave as a social security benefit.
Holding 2-year-old daughter, Gurugram man jumps from 23rd floor
In a shocking incident, a 35-year-old man allegedly died by suicide by jumping from the 23rd floor of a tower in a housing society in Gurugram, holding his two-year-old daughter in his arms.
Adoptive mothers also entitled to 12 weeks maternity leave: SC
The Supreme Court has declared a provision of the Social Security Code, 2020, unconstitutional. The provision in question was Section 60(4), which restricted maternity benefits to adoptive mothers with children under three months old.