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16 candidates from J&K clear UPSC Civil Services Exam 2025
A visually impaired JNU graduate, a labourer's son, and a JKAS officer from Jammu and Kashmir have achieved success in the prestigious UPSC Civil Services Examination-2025.
Man arrested for sharing AI-generated offensive video of PM Modi
A man in Uttar Pradesh's Etah district is facing legal action for allegedly circulating an "objectionable" AI-generated video of Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
Top Maoist leader Devji surrenders with 16 others in Telangana
Around 130 Maoists, including members of the People’s Liberation Guerrilla Army, surrendered to Telangana Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy on March 7, 2026.
Leopard drags boy into field in Bahraich, villagers protest
An eight-year-old boy, Raghuveer, was tragically killed by a leopard near Katarniaghat Wildlife Sanctuary in Bahraich, Uttar Pradesh.
UPSC CSE 2025 results are out! Check details
The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has announced the results of the Civil Services Examination (CSE) 2025, with 958 candidates recommended for various services.
Cyber fraud costs BHC judge ₹6 lakh
A Bombay High Court judge lost Rs 6.02 lakh to cyber fraud while attempting to redeem credit card points, after downloading an 18MB file on a domestic help's phone.
Explainer: How India's highway network has expanded since 2014
India's national highway network has seen a significant expansion and technological upgrade, backed by a budget increase from Rs 15,000 crore to Rs 3 lakh crore.
Noida: Man shot dead over extramarital affair on Holi
A property dealer, Sahil Singhal, was fatally shot by his girlfriend's brother during a Holi celebration in Noida, in front of his wife and children.
India trains 85,000 semiconductor design engineers in just 4 years
India has made significant strides towards its target of training 85,000 engineers in semiconductor design over the past four years.
Teacher punishes kids for wearing slippers, garners national attention
A private school teacher in Vuyyuru, Krishna district, humiliated students by making them wear garlands of their own slippers for violating uniform rules.
Pune records its hottest day of the year
Pune experiences its highest temperatures this year, reaching 38°C in some areas. The 'real feel' is amplified due to increased humidity levels.
Jaggu Bhagwanpuria linked to Punjab gang war, arrested in Moldova
Amritpal Singh, a notorious gangster wanted for serious crimes in Punjab, has been detained at the Moldova border following an Interpol Red Notice.
Surat: 2 college students found dead in temple bathroom
Two college girls, aged 18 and 20, were found dead in Surat's Swaminarayan temple. Police suspect the students died by suicide.
Woman arrested for killing puppy after argument with neighbor
A woman in Madurai, Tamil Nadu, has been arrested after a disturbing video of her brutally killing puppies went viral, leading to public outrage and demands for strict action.
Karnataka's social media ban for under-16 sparks debate
Karnataka's Chief Minister announces a ban on social media for children under 16, with experts suggesting surprising benefits of graded use.
India's rise is unstoppable, says Jaishankar at Raisina Dialogue
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar declares India's growth as "unstoppable", stating that the country's trajectory will be determined by its own strengths.
UPSC CSE 2025 results out; PM Modi congratulates successful candidates
Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated the successful candidates of the UPSC Civil Services Exam 2025 and encouraged those who didn't clear it.
India's economic future shaped by its own strengths: Jaishankar
Indian External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar counters US official remarks, asserting that India will independently determine its economic growth trajectory.
Why India needs to build more of its own ships
India's heavy reliance on foreign vessels for international trade poses a significant strategic risk, warns Sanjeev Sanyal.
Lt Gen Dhiraj Seth appointed new Army VC
Lt Gen Dheeraj Seth is set to assume the role of Vice Chief of Army Staff in New Delhi on April 1, succeeding Lt Gen PP Singh.
Maharashtra aims for 65% of electricity from renewables by 2035
Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis has announced ambitious plans to generate 75% clean energy by 2047, backed by an investment of Rs 3 lakh crore.
How Akanksha Singh, 24, beat odds to clear UPSC
Akanksha Singh, granddaughter of late Ranveer Sena chief Brahmeshwar Mukhiya, has achieved success in the UPSC exam, securing the 301st rank.
Russia remains India's top crude supplier for 3 years
Despite a temporary US waiver, India maintains it has never needed external permission to import Russian oil amidst Middle East conflict.
Kerala: Are roads safe? String of KSRTC bus accidents raise
A KSRTC bus crashed into a parked lorry near Eramalloor, Kerala, leaving nearly 40 people injured and several hospitalized.
UPSC CSE 2025 final results out; 958 candidates recommended
The UPSC CSE 2025 results revealed that 348 candidates have been marked as 'provisional', indicating incomplete details or pending documents.
Why India let an Iranian warship dock at Kochi
India permitted an Iranian naval ship carrying young cadets to dock at Kochi due to reported problems, stated External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar.
Bengal governor Bose resigns, Mamata reacts: 'Blow to federal values'
C V Ananda Bose, former governor of West Bengal, announced his resignation and plans to move to Kerala for a new mission, "Viksit Bharat".
Pet in senior zone: Bengaluru man's walk leads to brawl
A man in a Bengaluru apartment complex was attacked by fellow residents after his pet dog urinated in a designated senior citizens' area.
Man convicted of raping minor acquitted after marriage
The Supreme Court of India has annulled a man's rape conviction, citing his marriage to the victim, but warned the acquittal is conditional on him not abandoning her.
Tumkur woman, lover smothered husband to death, then got married
A woman and her lover in Karnataka allegedly smothered her husband with a pillow, staging the death as a heart attack, according to police investigations.
Karnataka man kills best friend over ₹2.5 lakh
A man in Karnataka allegedly murdered his friend, stole 2.5 lakhs from him, and used the money to buy gifts for his estranged second wife.
PM Modi to launch ₹33,500cr projects in Delhi tomorrow
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to inaugurate and lay the foundation for several development projects in Delhi, worth around ₹ 33,500 crore, on March 8.
How a Bangladeshi Hindu girl ended up in Indian jail
Jabarani Sarkar, a 19-year-old Bangladeshi migrant, faces a complex battle for Indian citizenship after being arrested and jailed in Bengal for residing without valid documents.
Manipur: 5 militants arrested, including 1 from NRFM
Security forces in Manipur have arrested five individuals, including four militants from various banned outfits. The arrests were made across several districts.
MP minister gets court notice for 'disrespecting' national flag
Madhya Pradesh Minister, Rao Uday Pratap Singh, has been issued a notice by a special MP/MLA court in Jabalpur over allegations of disrespecting the national flag.
Kolkata: Crude bombs explode in residential area, no injuries reported
Early Saturday morning, several bombs detonated in a closed club room in Paikpara, Kolkata, causing panic but no reported injuries or casualties.
Rahul Gandhi visits Sivagiri Mutt, meets Swami Sathchidanda
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi recently visited the Sivagiri Math in Kerala, where he was warmly greeted and paid respects at Narayana Guru's 'samadhi'.
Iran's warship docks in India amid tensions with US
The Iranian naval vessel _IRIS Lavan_ has docked in Kochi, Kerala, sparking public curiosity amid the ongoing Israel-Iran conflict.
India sets wheat procurement target at 30.3 million tons
The Indian government has set a wheat procurement target of 30.3 million tonnes for the 2026-27 Rabi Marketing Season, aiming to enhance food security.
15,000 Indians back home from West Asia so far
On March 5, forty flights from the Middle East carrying 7,205 passengers arrived in India, according to the Ministry of Civil Aviation.
Delhi: Property dealer shot dead over gangster Kapil Sangwan link
A 42-year-old property dealer, Balwan Gehlot, was shot dead in Dwarka district after allegedly receiving threats from UK-based gangster Kapil Sangwan over an extortion demand.
Dubai, Abu Dhabi flights resume for IndiGo after Israel-Hamas pause
Amid regional tensions, IndiGo announces it will operate flights to five West Asian destinations today, aiding the return of Indian nationals.
4 Bangladeshi women trafficked to India for sex work rescued
Five illegal Bangladeshi migrants, lured with job promises but forced into prostitution, were discovered during a police raid in Pune.
'Biryani, sabzi': Iranian sailor's cheerful video goes viral after tragedy
A video of an Iranian sailor, Mehdi, enjoying his time in Visakhapatnam has gone viral following a US strike on his warship near Sri Lanka.
Gurmeet Ram Rahim acquitted in journalist murder case
Dera Sacha Sauda chief Gurmeet Ram Rahim Singh was acquitted by the Punjab and Haryana High Court in the murder case of journalist Ram Chander Chhatrapati.
Rabies scare in Gujarat village after buffalo shows symptoms
A buffalo's death from suspected rabies caused panic among 32 villagers in Laloda, Gujarat, who had consumed its milk, leading them to seek anti-rabies vaccines.
Delhi's weather today: Clear skies, warm vibe
Delhi experienced a sunny morning with temperatures rising above the season's average, while the air quality remained in the 'poor' category.
Fuel prices in India remain unchanged: Check rates
Petrol and diesel prices remain steady across major Indian cities on March 7, 2026. Factors like global crude oil prices and government policies continue to influence these rates.
How rescue of Kuki students turned into board exam lifeline
Amid escalating tensions between the Tangkhul Nagas and Kukis in Manipur, 51 students from Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya were relocated to ensure their safety during board exams.
Veteran journalist Narayan Bareth passes away
Narayan Bareth, a veteran journalist and former Rajasthan Information Commissioner, passed away due to cardiac arrest while being treated for pneumonia.
T20 WC final: Ahmedabad hotel prices skyrocket
As India prepares for the T20 World Cup final against New Zealand, hotel prices in Ahmedabad have skyrocketed, with room rates potentially exceeding Rs 1 lakh.
CBSE Class 10 Social Science marking scheme out: Check details
The CBSE Class 10 Social Science exam today introduces a new sectional format, aiming to enhance clarity and evaluation standards.
Study links Himalayan glacier collapse to 2025 flood
ISRO scientists have discovered that the devastating 2025 flood in Uttarkashi's Dharali was caused by a sudden collapse of an exposed ice sheet, not a cloudburst.
No new offshore casinos in Goa after budget proposal
Setting up new onshore casinos in Goa will now be costlier, with the state government announcing a 200% increase in the licensing fee.
Farmers' protest in Punjab turns violent, several injured
Farmers and labourers' unions rallied in Bathinda, seeking action against SSP Jyoti Yadav for alleged excessive force during recent demonstrations.
Wheat at risk as Punjab faces early heatwave
Unusually high temperatures in Punjab are raising concerns among wheat farmers, as the heat could potentially damage the crucial grain formation stage of their crops.
Are banks open today? Check March holiday list
Banks across India remain open today, 7th March, but will be closed tomorrow, 8th March due to the regular Sunday off as per RBI's calendar.
Andhra Pradesh: 5 die after consuming bitter-tasting milk
Nine people have died and eight remain critically ill in Andhra Pradesh due to suspected milk adulteration, leading to the arrest of a local dairy owner.
Punjab government slashes electricity rates: Check new tariffs
The Punjab government's power subsidy bill is set to decrease by ₹5,300 crore following significant tariff cuts, easing the state's fiscal pressure.
Andhra Pradesh's finances in trouble, CAG report warns
The Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) of India has flagged alarming financial issues in Andhra Pradesh during 2024-25, including significant revenue and fiscal deficits.
Maharashtra slashes welfare budget by ₹5,000cr, no schemes dropped
The Maharashtra government plans to reduce its expenditure on social welfare and nutrition schemes by ₹5,013 crore in the 2026-27 fiscal year.
Karnataka's new liquor policy: What it means for your drink
Karnataka becomes the first Indian state to implement an alcohol-in-beverage (AIB) excise duty system, linking liquor tax directly to alcohol content.
Delhi woman escapes cab driver after he tries to molest
A 22-year-old woman from Delhi narrowly escaped a sexual assault attempt by a taxi driver, spending the night hiding in a forest near Nainital.
Man arrested for making buffalo drink alcohol during 'Holi'
A disturbing video showing men forcing a buffalo to consume alcohol and pull a cart while intoxicated on Holi has led to an FIR being lodged by Panipat police.
UPSC 2025: Patna youth earns 11th rank
Yashaswi Raj Vardhan, a 26-year-old from Patna, secured the 11th rank in the prestigious UPSC Civil Services Examination 2025.
ED raids Sahara Group premises in Lucknow
The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has conducted new searches at various Sahara Group locations in Lucknow, linked to an alleged ₹1.79 lakh crore investor fraud case.
IMD warns of heatwave in parts of North India
Unusually high temperatures, up to 10 degrees above normal, have triggered a heatwave alert in Himachal Pradesh, Rajasthan and Gujarat.
Two young IAF pilots die in Assam Su-30 crash
Squadron Leader Anuj Vashishth and Flight Lieutenant Purvesh Duragkar, both part of Operation Sindoor, were killed in a Sukhoi crash during a training sortie in Assam.
Air quality report: 204 Indian cities above national safe limit
Last winter, 204 out of 238 Indian cities recorded PM2.5 pollutant levels above the national standard, according to a CREA analysis.
Howrah to host Bengal's 1st women-only 'iftar' party
In a unique initiative, women in Bengal are organizing an all-female iftar party on March 7, 2026, aiming to promote communal harmony and dispel stereotypes.
Maharashtra budget 2026-27: Fadnavis waives ₹2 lakh loans for farmers
Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis has presented a ₹7.69 lakh crore budget for 2026-27, including a significant crop loan waiver for farmers.
Delhi: Man dies after Holi clash; protesters set vehicles on fire
Massive protests by Bajrang Dal and Vishwa Hindu Parishad members disrupted Uttam Nagar after a man was beaten to death during Holi celebrations.
Kakinada blast victims' bodies found across fields, in canal
A devastating explosion at a firecracker manufacturing unit in Vetlapalem, Andhra Pradesh, claimed 28 lives due to alleged negligence and safety violations.
Drunk woman, friends thrash hospital staff, disrupt emergency services
A 28-year-old woman and her attendants reportedly caused havoc at a government hospital in Delhi, assaulting staff, damaging property, and disrupting emergency services.
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.
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.