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Thousands of Indian workers stranded in Israel amid conflict
Around 7,000 workers from Telangana and Andhra Pradesh in Israel are grappling with war tensions, rushing to bunkers at the sound of sirens.
Veteran Congress leader K.P. Unnikrishnan passes away at 89
Former Union Minister and senior Congress leader, K.P. Unnikrishnan, died at 89 after battling age-related ailments. He notably served as MP for Vadakara from 1971 to 1996.
UP: 6 dead, 7 injured in bus-van collision on expressway
Six individuals from Rajasthan were killed and seven others, including four children, were injured in a bus-van collision on the Yamuna Expressway early Tuesday.
SpiceJet to operate special flights from Fujairah to India today
SpiceJet is initiating special flights from the United Arab Emirates on March 3 to repatriate stranded Indian citizens due to airspace closures in the Middle East.
Mark your calendars: lunar eclipse falls on Holi
The first Lunar Eclipse of 2026 coincides with Holi, raising questions about traditional Sutak Kaal observances during the festival.
'Nagrik Devo Bhava': All central government officials take pledge
On March 2, central government officials paused their work to recite the three-page 'Seva Sankalp' pledge, reflecting Prime Minister Narendra Modi's vision for nation building.
CBSE reschedules Class 10, 12 exams: Check new dates
The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has postponed the board exams initially set for March 3, due to administrative reasons.
Mumbai's air quality 'poor,' some areas 'severe': What it means
Mumbai is set to face temperatures nearing 35°C this week as winter recedes, while the city's Air Quality Index (AQI) improves but still exceeds safe limits.
Delhi to get airport express corridor? Here's what we know
The Delhi Traffic Police have proposed a new flyover or tunnel to connect New Delhi district to Dhaula Kuan flyover, aiming to reduce traffic and airport travel time.
World Wildlife Day 2026: Significance, theme, and more
World Wildlife Day 2026, themed "Medicinal and Aromatic Plants," features PM Modi's inspiring quotes and India's conservation milestones.
'No flights, no help': Indian students stranded in Iran
Two MBBS students from Nuh, Haryana are reportedly stranded in Iran's Arak city due to escalating tensions in West Asia, causing anxiety among their families.
Haryana budget 2026-27: ₹8,320cr for agriculture, focus on crop diversity
Haryana's state budget focuses on boosting agriculture and allied sectors, with increased funding and numerous initiatives aimed at income enhancement.
'Unsafe, cut off': 1,000 Indian students stuck in Iran
The Jammu and Kashmir Students Association (JKSA) has called on Prime Minister Narendra Modi to facilitate the relocation of Indian students in Iran due to escalating hostilities.
India sets up 2 more CAA committees in Bengal
The home ministry has formed two more empowered committees in Bengal to accelerate the processing of citizenship requests under the Citizenship (Amendment) Act, 2019.
Delhi to audit 1,800 private schools over parents' complaints
The Delhi government plans to establish three project monitoring units to conduct a thorough financial audit of approximately 1,794 private schools in the city.
₹590 crore scam: Caretaker-turned-businessman linked to assets worth ₹100cr
Vikram Wadhwa, once a modest caretaker, is now the suspected kingpin in a ₹590 crore banking fraud involving Haryana government accounts.
Holi preparations: UP district covers mosques to avoid color stains
Authorities in Uttar Pradesh's Sambhal have covered around 10 mosques, including the historic Shahi Jama Masjid, with large tarpaulins ahead of Holi to prevent potential disputes.
Madras HC proposes 5-member team for Deepathoon pillar prayers
The Madurai Bench of the Madras High Court has suggested a five-person team to light the lamp on Thirupparankundram hill amid ongoing disputes.
Indore: 2 municipal workers die cleaning sewer near vegetable market
Two sanitation workers died from toxic gas inhalation while cleaning a sewer in Indore, prompting the Chief Minister to grant ₹30 lakh aid to each affected family.
India may join France-led Future Combat Air System (FCAS) program
India has expressed interest in joining France's sixth-generation fighter jet programme, the Future Combat Air System (FCAS), during the 6th India-France Annual Defence Dialogue.
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.
Modi reacts to 'worrying' situation in West Asia
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has expressed concern over the escalating conflict in West Asia.
Modi-Carney bilateral talks signal formal reset of India-Canada ties
Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney held bilateral talks at Hyderabad House in New Delhi on Monday.
Drunk youth drags police constable on Mercedes bonnet for 800m
A 24-year-old tech professional, G Tarun, was arrested in Hyderabad's Gachibowli after he allegedly drove his Mercedes-Benz under the influence of alcohol.
MHA issues advisory to states over West Asia tensions
The Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has issued an advisory to states amid escalating tensions in the Middle East, especially between Israel and Iran.
Jaishankar meets Canadian PM Carney in Delhi, hails forward-looking partnership
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar met Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney in New Delhi on Monday.
Kashmir shuts schools, colleges amid Iran-Israel tensions
Authorities in the Kashmir Valley have ordered a two-day closure of all educational institutions as security restrictions tighten.
'India strongly condemns...': Modi's first indirect comment on Iran-US conflict
In what could be seen as New Delhi's first comments following the massive US-Israel air strikes on Iran, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said India strongly condemned the attacks on the UAE and condoled the loss of lives in these attacks.
Srinagar's Lal Chowk sealed, J&K on edge over Khamenei protests
The Jammu and Kashmir Police have sealed Srinagar's historic Lal Chowk in light of mass protests against the reported killing of Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.
'India stands in solidarity': Modi condemns Iranian strikes on UAE
Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke to United Arab Emirates (UAE) President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan on Sunday night. He condemned the recent attacks on the Gulf nation and expressed India's solidarity with the UAE during these challenging times.
'Early cessation of hostilities': Modi, Netanyahu discuss Iran tensions
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has reiterated to Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu the need for an "early cessation of hostilities" in the Middle East.
JNU protest: Court orders immediate release of 14 detained students
A Delhi court has ordered the immediate release of 14 students arrested during a protest at Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU).
Cool mornings, scorching afternoons: North India's March heat starts early
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted a strange weather pattern for Monday.
Khamenei gone, spotlight falls on Khomeini's Indian ancestral village
The death of Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has brought a small Indian village into the global spotlight.
Shia communities across India march in mourning over Khamenei's killing
Protests erupted across India on Sunday after reports emerged of the death of Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.
Facebook restricts post showing defacement of Ambedkar's portrait at JNU
Facebook has restricted a video showing the defacement of Dr BR Ambedkar's portrait during a protest at Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU).
Zero tolerance during Holi, Ramzan in UP: Yogi warns troublemakers
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has ordered stringent measures to maintain communal harmony during the upcoming festivals.
India urges restraint, prioritization of civilian safety in Iran-Gulf crisis
India has expressed grave concern over the fast-changing situation in West Asia, especially in Iran and the Gulf region.
AP: 18 dead, several injured in Kakinada firecracker unit blast
A devastating explosion at the Suryasri Fireworks Centre in Vetlapalem village, Kakinada district, Andhra Pradesh, has left at least 18 people dead, according to a report by ETV Bharat.
IMD predicts rain in Northeast, Kerala; warns of rising temperatures
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted light to moderate rainfall with thunderstorms and lightning in several states. These include Arunachal Pradesh, Assam, Meghalaya, and Kerala.
9 cheetahs from Botswana arrive at MP's Kuno National Park
Nine cheetahs from Botswana, comprising six females and three males, have arrived at Madhya Pradesh's Kuno National Park.
Greater Noida Thar driver flees without paying fuel, drags motorcycle
A 22-year-old man was arrested in Greater Noida after he allegedly fled a petrol station without paying and dragged a motorcycle for several kilometers.
Forensic science 'protective shield' against tech deception: CJI Kant
Chief Justice of India (CJI) Surya Kant has emphasized the importance of forensic science in maintaining justice in the digital age.
Yogi Adityanath announces 3-day holiday for UP government employees
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has announced a three-day holiday for government employees on the occasion of Holi. The holidays will be observed from March 2-4.
Kanpur crash Lamborghini to be released on ₹8.30cr bond
The Chief Judicial Magistrate (CJM) court in Kanpur has ordered the release of a Lamborghini Revuelto, which was involved in a crash earlier this month.
Odisha woman raped by boyfriend, stranger, then thrown off building
A 23-year-old woman was allegedly raped twice in one day and later murdered in Odisha's Jagatsinghpur district.
Japan visa applications in India to require prior appointments
Starting March 2, 2026, applicants submitting Japan visa applications at select VFS Global centers in India will be required to book an appointment in advance.
Missing boy case unveils 'Drishyam-like twist', was buried alive
A six-year-old boy, who went missing in 2020, is believed to have been buried under the Delhi-Mumbai Expressway in Rajasthan's Dausa district, according to police officials quoted by Hindustan Times.
'You want to hang...accused?' SC disappointed at Nitish Katara's family
The Supreme Court has granted a temporary release on furlough to Vikas Yadav, convicted in the Nitish Katara murder case.
How domestic help masterminded 'ED raid' at elderly couple's house
A domestic help allegedly masterminded a fake Enforcement Directorate(ED) raid at the home of an 86-year-old retired architect in New Friends Colony, southeast Delhi.
Indian Navy commissions 'Dolphin Hunter' INS Anjadip in Chennai
The Indian Navy has commissioned the INS Anjadip, a state-of-the-art anti-submarine warfare (ASW) shallow water craft.
Video: IAF showcases 'longest-ever kill in military history' by S-400
The Indian Air Force (IAF) has released a video of the S-400 Sudarshan long-range air defense missile system in action.
Action ordered against CBI officer who investigated excise policy case
A Delhi court has ordered departmental proceedings against a Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) officer who probed the Delhi excise policy case, in which all 23 accused, including former Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal and Manish Sisodia, were discharged on Friday.
1,200kg adulterated paneer, 900kg contaminated khoya destroyed ahead of Holi
Ahead of the Holi festival, Uttar Pradesh food safety authorities have destroyed over two tons of adulterated dairy products, including paneer, khoya, milk, and other edible items.
What to expect from Canadian PM's 4-day visit to India
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney will begin his four-day visit to India on February 27, 2026. The trip is part of a larger Indo-Pacific tour that includes Australia and Japan.
Airfares touch ₹20,000 ahead of Holi, SC calls it 'serious'
Airfares on several domestic routes have skyrocketed ahead of Holi, with one-way tickets nearing ₹20,000 for travel around February 28.
Massive earthquake tremors felt across Kolkata; offices evacuated
Strong tremors were felt across Kolkata at around 1:30pm on Friday after a 5.4-magnitude quake struck neighboring Bangladesh.
Heat scorches North India; hills brace for snow, rain
India is bracing for a week of contrasting weather conditions.
14 JNU students arrested after cops thrown stones, slapped
Protests at Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU) intensified on Thursday and Friday morning, resulting in multiple arrests and injuries on both sides.
No need to pay extra for canceling/changing flights now if…
The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has revised its refund rules to make them more passenger-friendly.
9 arrested in ₹1,500cr multi-state cyber fraud racket
The Rajkot Rural Police in Gujarat have arrested nine people in connection with a ₹1,500 crore cyber fraud case.
PM Modi upset with NCERT's 'corruption in judiciary' chapter
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has reportedly expressed his displeasure over the National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT)'s Class 8 textbook, which carried a chapter on "corruption in the judiciary."
'No intention to disrespect judiciary': Education minister on NCERT row
Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan has assured full compliance with the Supreme Court's orders after it banned a Class 8 Social Science textbook released by the National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT), which carried a section on "corruption in the judiciary."