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Unpaid tolls will now lead to e-notices in India
The National Highways Fee Rules, 2026, now include a structured system for tracking and recovering unpaid toll charges through an electronic notice (e-notice) system.
Bihar woman dies after family dispute; husband, in-laws go missing
In a shocking incident from Vaishali district, 27-year-old Anu Kumari was allegedly beaten to death by her husband and in-laws following a minor disagreement with her son.
' LPG emergency helper tried to trick me': How to spot scam
Amid India's ongoing LPG crisis, a Kolkata woman has exposed an attempted scam on her mother via video call, urging others to remain vigilant.
Maharashtra: Geography papers stolen before exam, CCTV malfunction adds woes
Ignoring an initial break-in attempt led to the theft of 50 Maharashtra SSC papers from Sangola Vidyamandir and Junior College, despite multiple security measures.
Iran-Israel conflict: India warns of energy supply risks
India faces mounting pressure as energy strikes in the Gulf disrupt LNG supplies, escalating regional tensions and impacting the nation's energy needs.
Man attacks ex-girlfriend, family with machete, throws acid on them
A man in Chitradurga, Karnataka, allegedly attacked his ex-wife's family with acid during a Ramadan celebration, injuring five including a 4-year-old child.
IMD issues orange alert for heavy rain, snow in Himachal
An orange alert has been issued in Mandi, Shimla, and Sirmaur districts of Himachal Pradesh due to continued snowfall and rainfall, with more expected in the coming days.
J&K Police busts international cyber fraud ring, 7 arrested
The Jammu and Kashmir police have dismantled an international cyber fraud network, arresting seven individuals for targeting victims in the USA, UK, and Canada.
Doni Bal gang suspected in Panjab University shooting: Details here
Two days after a shooting at Panjab University, police identified the shooters as members of the Doni Bal gang and are still searching for the intended victim, Jashan Jawanda.
Delhi-NCR wakes up to rain; thunderstorms, lightning expected
Delhi and surrounding NCR regions woke up to moderate rainfall today, prompting the India Meteorological Department to issue a yellow alert.
Delhi: Man poisons 3 people with pesticide-laced 'laddoos' in occult ritual
Kamruddin, a former bangle trader, is accused of orchestrating a triple murder in Delhi, linked to his alleged occult practices.
Allahbad HC allows central government to join Rahul Gandhi case
The Lucknow bench of the Allahabad High Court has permitted petitioner S Vignesh Shishir to include the central government in the citizenship dispute case involving Rahul Gandhi.
India may allow ministries to block content under Section 69A
The Indian government may use a gazette notification to grant multiple ministries the power to issue content-blocking orders under the Information Technology Act, 2000.
Election Commission rolls back WB police officers' transfer order
The Election Commission of India (ECI) has reversed the transfer of two senior police officers in West Bengal and put three others on hold.
Maharashtra owes ₹2,930 crore to private schools for RTE admissions
The Maharashtra state government has accumulated ₹2,930 crore in unpaid dues to private schools over the last decade under the Right to Education (RTE) quota.
IIT Bombay students returning from trip die in expressway accident
Three students from the Indian Institute of Technology Bombay (IIT-B) were killed in a high-speed crash on the Mumbai-Pune Expressway during an early-morning drive.
Delhi-NCR feels chill after unexpected March rains
Delhi experienced scattered showers and strong winds on Thursday, causing the maximum temperature to drop to 26.8°C, the lowest since February 24.
Dehradun: 1 killed, 3 injured in speeding SUV hit-and-run
A man was killed and three others injured when a speeding SUV, driven by Guneet Singh, hit multiple vehicles in Dehradun.
Why India's oil ministry wants real-time data from petroleum companies
The Indian government has mandated all oil and gas entities to regularly provide detailed operational data, classifying it as a national security matter.
India to add 786GW non-fossil capacity by 2035-36
India plans to increase its non-fossil fuel power capacity to 786 GW by FY36, surpassing its 2030 target, while capping fossil fuel capacity at 335 GW.
Vijayan urges PM to help Keralites stranded in Gulf
Kerala's Chief Minister, Pinarayi Vijayan, has called on the Union government to facilitate more flight services for expatriates amidst the escalating tension in West Asia.
Indian Army's high-energy 'Amogh Jwala' exercise wraps up in UP
The Indian Army recently concluded 'Amogh Jwala', a significant war exercise demonstrating advanced multi-domain combat strategies and technological integration.
Eid to be celebrated on March 21 in most parts
Id-ul-Fitr, marking the end of Ramzan, will be celebrated across India, except Kerala, on March 21, 2026 due to the moon not being sighted.
'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.
Iran conflict threatens India's gas supply: What we know
The ongoing conflict in Iran has raised concerns about the security of India's piped natural gas (PNG) supply.
LPG crisis: Delhi Police warns about scammers posing as suppliers
The Delhi Police have issued a warning about a rise in cyber fraud targeting residents with fake LPG booking messages, and malicious mobile applications.
'Cowardly': India condemns Pakistan's airstrike on Kabul hospital, killing 400
India has strongly condemned Pakistan for its airstrike on the Omid Addiction Treatment Hospital in Kabul on Monday night, killing at least 400 people.
LPG tanker Nanda Devi reaches India from Strait of Hormuz
The LPG tanker Nanda Devi has reached Vadinar Port in Gujarat, India. The vessel is carrying over 47,000 metric tons of liquefied petroleum gas (LPG).
19-year-old dental student held for links to ISIS online module
The Uttar Pradesh Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS) has arrested a 19-year-old dental student, Haarish Ali, for his alleged links with an online module of the banned terrorist organization ISIS.
India rejects US commission's report on religious freedom violations
The Indian government has strongly rejected a report by the United States Commission on International Religious Freedom (USCIRF).
LPG tanker Shivalik reaches Gujarat after crossing Strait of Hormuz
The LPG tanker Shivalik has reached Mundra Port in Gujarat days after sailing from the Persian Gulf and crossing the volatile Strait of Hormuz.
AIIMS begins passive euthanasia on student in vegetative state
The All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) has initiated the process of passive euthanasia for 32-year-old Harish Rana.
Bengaluru cafe charges 5% 'gas crisis' fee amid LPG crunch
A bill from Bengaluru-based cafe, Theo Cafe, has gone viral after images shared on X showed that it added a "Gas Crisis Charge" to its bills in response to the ongoing LPG shortage.
Stranded in Gulf? Air India deploys 48 flights today
In light of the ongoing conflict between US-Iran and Israel, Air India and Air India Express have announced plans to operate 48 flights to and from West Asia on Monday.
India's ancient manuscripts to be digitized in 3-month survey
The Ministry of Culture has launched a three-month nationwide survey to document India's extensive manuscript heritage.
How India secured 2 oil tankers' Hormuz passage from Iran
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Sunday said that diplomatic engagement between India and Iran has borne fruit.
Heavy snowfall near Atal Tunnel leaves over 1,000 vehicles stranded
A sudden spell of heavy snowfall near Manali has left over 1,000 vehicles stranded near the Atal Tunnel's south portal in the Kullu district.
Dubai-bound Emirates flight turns back to Kochi amid 'security incident'
An Emirates flight from Kochi, Kerala, to Dubai had to return due to a "security incident" at the destination airport, according to a CIAL spokesman.
'Forgive everyone': Harish Rana's family bids goodbye in heartbreaking video
In a heartbreaking farewell, Harish Rana's family bid him goodbye in Ghaziabad.
Gujarat: Youth recording Instagram video at 120km/h crashes; 2 dead
A tragic car accident in Gujarat's Rajkot district on Saturday claimed the lives of two young men.
Jaishankar hails talks with Iran to open Strait of Hormuz
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar has praised direct negotiations with Iran as the best way to reopen shipping through the Strait of Hormuz.
Odisha: Major fire at Cuttack hospital; 10 killed, 11 injured
A large fire at the SCB Medical College and Hospital in Cuttack, Odisha, has left 10 patients dead and 11 staff members injured.
Rajasthan, Jharkhand police seize expired food items in separate raids
In a major crackdown on food safety violations, authorities in Rajasthan and Jharkhand have seized large quantities of expired and adulterated food items, with the Rajasthan consignment destroyed under official supervision and the Jharkhand consignment marked for destruction.
Households with piped cooking gas can't have subsidized LPG connections
The Indian government has prohibited households with piped natural gas (PNG) connections from retaining or getting subsidized domestic liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) connections.
Sonam Wangchuk's wife shares their first uncaged conversation post-release
Climate activist Sonam Wangchuk was released from Jodhpur Central Jail on Saturday after the Union government revoked his detention under the National Security Act (NSA).
Delhi-NCR receives light rain, IMD issues orange alert for Ghaziabad
Residents of Delhi and the National Capital Region (NCR) were greeted with light rain and thunderstorms on Sunday morning.
J&K: Pakistani terrorist gunned down while trying to infiltrate
A Pakistani terrorist was gunned down by security forces during an infiltration attempt in the Uri sector of Baramulla district, Jammu and Kashmir.
Don't hoard LPG: Goyal says fuel supply stable despite war
Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal has assured that India's fuel supplies remain stable despite the ongoing conflict in West Asia.
Iran war: Foreign travelers stuck in India getting visa extensions
Foreign travelers stranded in India due to the ongoing United States-Israel-Iran conflict will be granted a 30-day visa extension.
UP: 70-year-old dies while waiting in line for gas
A 70-year-old man, identified as Mukhtiyar Ahmed, died on Friday, according to his family, while waiting to collect a liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) cylinder at an agency godown in Farrukhabad, Uttar Pradesh.
Pune: Mob of 200 attacks 14 Muslims, breaking Ramzan fast
A group of 14 Muslims was allegedly attacked by a mob in Pune on Friday evening.
Meghalaya: Curfew imposed in Tura after 2 killed in protests
A curfew has been imposed in Meghalaya's West Garo Hills district till 6:00am on Sunday.
Chandigarh: ₹590cr fraud case main accused arrested
The Chandigarh Police Crime Branch has arrested 52-year-old Vikram Wadhwa, the main accused in a ₹590 crore fraud case.
Super El Niño: India braces for scorching heat, erratic rain
Climate experts have warned of a possible "super El Niño" phenomenon later this year, which could lead to rising global temperatures and unusual weather patterns.
Centre revokes climate activist Sonam Wangchuk's 6-month detention under NSA
The central government has revoked the detention of climate activist Sonam Wangchuk under the National Security Act (NSA).
3 Indian seafarers killed in ongoing Gulf crisis: Centre
Three Indian seafarers have been killed and one is missing after a series of maritime incidents involving foreign-flagged vessels in the Persian Gulf, the Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways said on Friday.
Domestic LPG production has increased by 30%: Centre
Domestic production of LPG has increased by 30% as of Friday, Sujata Sharma, Joint Secretary (Marketing & Oil Refinery), Ministry of Petroleum & Natural Gas, said.
Over half of Indian households facing LPG supply disruptions: Survey
A recent survey by LocalCircles has revealed that over half of Indian households are facing disruptions in the supply of Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) cylinders.
Who was Indian man killed in tanker attack near Iraq
An Indian crew member of a US-owned oil tanker, Safesea Vishnu, who was killed after their vessel came under attack in the waters near Iraq's Basra, has been identified.
Supreme Court adopts AI for case listing and bench assignments
The Supreme Court of India is set to revolutionize its administrative processes with the introduction of an artificial intelligence (AI)-based system.
Over 50% Indian households hit by LPG shortage
A survey by LocalCircles has revealed that over half of Indian households are facing disruptions in the supply of Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG).