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Withdraw transgender rights bill: SC advisory panel to government
A Supreme Court-appointed committee has requested the Indian government to withdraw a controversial Transgender Bill that denies gender self-identification.
Madhya Pradesh woman escapes induction stove blast; safety concerns raised
An induction stove explosion in a Madhya Pradesh home has triggered safety concerns, especially amidst the ongoing LPG cylinder shortage.
Flight updates for Air India, IndiGo on March 25
Indian airlines IndiGo and Air India warn of potential flight disruptions due to West Asia's evolving situation, with Air India operating 26 flights today.
Traffic alert: Major road construction work on Delhi-Agra highway
Ongoing road construction near Sangam Vihar, South Delhi will disrupt traffic until April 3. Commuters are advised to plan journeys and check diversions in advance.
Thunderstorms, rain expected in Delhi on March 26, 27
Delhi is set to experience rainfall and thunderstorms over the next two days, continuing the recent trend of cooler temperatures.
Pakistan diplomat threatens nuclear attack on India
Former Pakistani diplomat, Abdul Basit, openly threatened to attack Indian cities like Mumbai and Delhi if the United States were to attack Pakistan.
Video of women fighting in Delhi Metro's women's coach goes viral
A viral video showing women allegedly misbehaving with passengers in a Delhi Metro women's coach has sparked concerns over safety enforcement.
Indian Railways introduces new reforms under 'Reform Express' plan
Indian Railways has announced five new reforms under its 'Reform Express' initiative, aimed at enhancing passenger convenience, cargo efficiency and construction quality.
AAP MLA dodged arrest for months, fearing 'fake encounter'
Harmeet Singh Pathanmajra, an AAP MLA from Sanour, Punjab, who was wanted in a rape case since September 2025, has been arrested by Patiala Police.
UP: Statues of freedom fighters damaged during road widening
Public outrage and political backlash ensued in Shahjahanpur after statues of prominent freedom fighters were damaged during a road widening project.
Bihar Board Class 10 results likely by March-end
The Bihar School Examination Board (BSEB) is likely to announce the Class 10 results on March 30 or 31, 2026. Students can check their scores on the Times of India (TOI) portal.
Airlines lose $53 billion in value amid West Asia conflict
The ongoing war in West Asia has severely impacted India's aviation sector, leading to increased operational costs and reduced flight operations.
LPG shortage: Devkinandan Thakur's viral video on cooking stirs debate
Indian spiritual leader, Devkinandan Thakur, faces backlash after claiming LPG-cooked food is unhealthy amid the country's ongoing LPG shortage.
SC rejects plea for national holiday on Guru Gobind Singh's birthday
The Supreme Court has dismissed a plea to declare Guru Gobind Singh Jayanti a nationwide holiday, emphasizing the importance of work continuity and governance.
Delhi's 'green budget' allocates ₹22,236 crore to environment
Delhi's Chief Minister, Rekha Gupta, has announced a ₹22,236 crore 'Green Budget' aimed at improving the city's air quality and promoting environmental responsibility.
Explainer: Why rising temperatures are becoming a threat to wheat
Climate change is drastically altering India's wheat production, posing a serious threat to the country's staple food, roti.
Delhi budget 2026-27: Rekha Gupta focuses on urban infrastructure
The Delhi government's 2026-27 budget allocates ₹7,887 crore for urban development and housing, with significant funds earmarked for infrastructure improvements.
IMD warns of thunderstorms, rain, snow in parts of India
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) warns of impending snowfall in hill states and rainfall in plains due to two approaching Western Disturbances.
Book on how to make India developed by 2047 launched
The book 'India@100 Resurgent Bharat: Road Map for 2047' was launched, outlining strategies for India's development, including agriculture and governance reforms.
Fuel prices in India remain unchanged amid Iran-Israel tensions
Despite geopolitical uncertainties and global volatility in brent crude prices, petrol and diesel prices in major Indian cities remained unchanged on 25 March.
How bomb blast in garden turned into Hindi-Tamil debate
In May 1988, a bomb exploded in Ooty's Botanical Garden, damaging a floral map of India. Investigators linked the attack to Tamil extremists protesting the imposition of Hindi.
Goa: Over 200 people protest against trans bill
Over 200 individuals gathered in Panaji, using songs and slogans to voice their opposition against the proposed Transgender Persons (Protection of Rights) Amendment Bill, 2026.
Loni in UP is world's most polluted city: IQAir report
Loni in Uttar Pradesh surpassed Delhi as the most polluted city in India in 2025, according to the annual World Air Quality Report.
Ahmedabad couple duped of ₹11.42cr by conmen posing as officials
A retired professor from St Xavier’s College, Ahmedabad and her husband were duped of assets worth ₹11.42 crore by fraudsters impersonating government officials.
Delhi budget 2026-27: ₹7,406cr set aside for women, children
The Delhi government has allocated ₹7,406 crore to women and child development in 2026-27, focusing on safety, financial stability and skill development.
Man kills wife, her friend over suspected extramarital affair
In Ghaziabad, a man named Mohammad Rashid allegedly shot his wife and her friend to death over suspicions of an extra-marital affair, and is currently on the run.
Delhi's 2026-27 power budget focuses on solar energy, infrastructure
Delhi's Chief Minister, Rekha Gupta, has announced a marginal increase in the city's power budget to ₹3,942 crore, with a significant focus on promoting solar energy.
Delhi budget 2026-27: ₹18.5cr set aside for AI education
The Delhi government has earmarked ₹18.5 crore in the 2026-27 budget to enhance students' exposure to advanced technologies, including AI, in government schools.
Delhi budget 2026-27: ₹200cr set aside for EV Policy 2.0
The Delhi government has dedicated approximately ₹11,000 crore in its 2026-27 budget towards creating a green and sustainable transport system.
Delhi budget 2026-27: EVs, metro get big boost
Delhi's 2026-27 budget, presented by Chief Minister Rekha Gupta, prioritizes green transportation with a focus on expanding the electric bus fleet and strengthening Metro projects.
PM Modi sets up 7 groups to tackle West Asia
India's Cabinet Secretariat has established seven groups of secretaries to manage potential impacts of the West Asia war, focusing on areas like security, economy, and energy.
Uttarakhand: NGO members, locals clash over dog death beating
NGO members were allegedly assaulted in Nehru Colony after intervening when a man beat a dog to death, sparking local outrage.
₹150cr discrepancy in Panchkula Municipal Corporation's bank accounts
The Panchkula Municipal Corporation has discovered discrepancies amounting to nearly ₹150 crore in its Fixed Deposit Receipts (FDRs) with a private bank.
India's solar power cuts coal use significantly
India's increasing reliance on solar power over the past three years has significantly reduced its dependence on coal-based thermal generation.
Rajasthan man arrested for murdering wife after fall down stairs
A man in Rajasthan's Jhalawar district allegedly murdered his wife and attempted to disguise the crime as an accidental fall from stairs.
Can raise ₹8 lakh crore annually for road projects: Gadkari
Union Minister Nitin Gadkari has said that India can mobilize up to ₹8 lakh crore each year for road projects.
5 of top 10 most polluted cities in India
Loni in Uttar Pradesh has been named the world's most polluted city in 2025, according to the latest World Air Quality Report by IQAir.
Karnataka drafts policy to ban social media for under-16s
The Karnataka government has introduced a draft policy to tackle the mental health effects of excessive screen time among school students.
Scheduled Caste status restricted to Hindus, Sikhs, and Buddhists: SC
The Supreme Court has ruled that once a person converts to Christianity and actively professes and practices the faith, he cannot continue to be a member of the Scheduled Caste community.
SC grants women Navy, Army SSCOs permanent commission
In a historic judgment, the Supreme Court has ruled that women Short Service Commission (SSC) officers are entitled to Permanent Commission.
MHA orders audit of CCTVs after Pakistan-linked espionage network uncovered
The Union Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has ordered a comprehensive audit of CCTV networks across major Indian cities.
Delhi Assembly Speaker gets bomb threat email; Modi, Shah mentioned
The Delhi Legislative Assembly and its Speaker Vijender Gupta, received a bomb threat email on Tuesday morning.
IMD issues yellow alert for Mumbai, Thane, Raigad
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a yellow alert for Mumbai, Thane, and Raigad on Tuesday.
Prayagraj cold storage collapse: PM Modi announces ex gratia
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has announced an ex gratia of ₹2 lakh for the kin of each deceased in the Prayagraj building collapse.
Why cab drivers in Gurugram are on strike
App-based cab drivers in Gurugram have gone on strike, demanding mandatory Know Your Customer (KYC) verification for passengers.
Kashmiris donate gold, cars to help war-hit Iran
Residents of Kashmir have been donating gold, cash, and even cars to support Iranians amid the ongoing conflict in West Asia.
India needs to be prepared for long-term war effects: Modi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday addressed the Lok Sabha about the ongoing crisis in West Asia.
'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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.