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LPG shortage may continue for another month, warns CDHA

The ongoing shortage of commercial LPG cylinders affecting hotels and restaurants across the country may continue for another month, the Coimbatore District Hoteliers' Association (CDHA) warned on Tuesday, urging the government to take immediate steps to ensure uninterrupted fuel supply to the hospitality sector.

2026-03-10T22:47:58.304011+00:00 IST

CM Prem Singh Tamang leads Mukhyamantri Jan Sambadh, extends bene

The programme marked a significant step towards strengthening direct communication between the Government and citizens, with a special focus on supporting families from the DESME BPL category and others from economically weaker sections.

2026-03-10T19:57:38.041092+00:00 IST

Gen Dwivedi visits College of Defence Management and Simulator De

General Upendra Dwivedi, Chief of the Army Staff (COAS), visited the College of Defence Management (CDM), Secunderabad, on Tuesday, where he addressed participants of the 21st Higher Defence Management Course (HDMC-21), the faculty and the permanent staff of the institution.

2026-03-10T19:24:14.454275+00:00 IST

Air India announces phased expansion of fuel surcharge

According to the statement, the new fuel surcharge will be implemented in three phases and will apply to travel on all flights, including those operated by Air India Express.

2026-03-10T17:59:09.824633+00:00 IST

Nearly 5 lakh drug samples tested in 5 years to ensure safe medic

The manufacture, sale and distribution of drugs are regulated in the country under the provisions of Drugs & Cosmetics Act, 1940 and Rules thereunder through a system of licensing and inspection, an official release from Ministry of Health and Family Welfare said.

2026-03-10T17:43:59.500722+00:00 IST

Indian Railways approves over Rs 765 crore for traction upgrades

Indian Railways has sanctioned a series of key infrastructure and technology upgradation works totalling over Rs 765 crore to strengthen operations, expand line capacity, and modernise communication systems across critical sections of the network.

2026-03-10T17:43:12.674225+00:00 IST

MP: LPG tanker leak after collision with truck in Guna

A truck collided with an LPG tanker in Guna district of Madhya Pradesh, resulting in a gas leak from the tanker, officials said here on Tuesday

2026-03-10T17:23:18.288763+00:00 IST

HP HC quashes notification shifting Manlog-Badog village to Darla

The Himachal Pradesh High Court has quashed a state government notification that shifted Village Manlog-Badog in Solan district from Gram Panchayat Hanuman Badog to Gram Panchayat Darlaghat, holding that objections raised by residents were not properly considered before the decision was taken.

2026-03-10T17:19:12.248148+00:00 IST

GHMC awareness videos strike a chord with citizens

The promotional videos and audio messages produced by the Greater Hyderabad Municipal Corporation (GHMC) to create awareness about the One Time Settlement (OTS) Scheme for property tax arrears are receiving an encouraging response from citizens across the city.

2026-03-10T17:14:03.858047+00:00 IST

Two dead in West Garo Hills amid GHADC election tensions

Following the incidents, Indian Army columns were deployed in the district at the request of the civil administration and conducted flag marches in Chibinang and Tura.

2026-03-10T17:10:53.892140+00:00 IST

Centre provides financial assistance to Uttarakhand

The Central Government has provided significant financial assistance to Uttarakhand to promote urban land and planning reforms.

2026-03-10T17:01:10.309697+00:00 IST

Commercial LPG shortage hits hotels, restaurants

A commercial LPG shortage is affecting hotels and restaurants nationwide, with many forced to suspend operations. The government has formed a three-member committee to address grievances and prioritise domestic LPG supply.

2026-03-10T16:59:33.937277+00:00 IST

Maharashtra: Medical student dies by suicide in Antop Hill

Antop Hill police have registered a case of abetment to suicide against Fuzail Ahmed Khan, 34 yrs, after a medical student, Stuti Sonawane, 24 yrs, allegedly died by suicide at her residence in Wadala East, leaving behind a 6-page suicide note. The case has been registered based on a complaint filed by the deceased victim's father.

2026-03-10T16:58:24.052453+00:00 IST

Uttarakhand boosts forest fire prevention through awareness camps

During the Question Hour on the second day of the Budget Session in the Assembly today, Forest Minister Subodh Uniyal shared that to eliminate the root cause of fires in pine forests, 5,532 tonnes of pine needles were purchased from villagers in 2025. The target has now been increased to 8,555 tonnes. The government's objective is to collect pine needles so that the chances of forest fires can be reduced to a minimum.

2026-03-10T16:57:47.671240+00:00 IST

Nadendla Manohar holds teleconference with senior officials

Andhra Pradesh Civil Supplies Minister Nadendla Manohar clarified that there is no shortage of LPG gas in the state and people need not panic unnecessarily.

2026-03-10T16:57:26.606888+00:00 IST

Assam CM Sarma inaugurates Maharaj Prithu Flyover in Guwahati

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Tuesday inaugurated the Maharaj Prithu Flyover connecting Dighali Pukhuri and Noonmati and dedicated it to the service of the people at a programme held in Guwahati.

2026-03-10T16:44:33.344337+00:00 IST

No shortage of domestic gas in Uttarakhand: Officials

Ruchi Mohan Rayal, Commissioner of the Food, Civil Supplies and Consumer Affairs Department, Uttarakhand, on Tuesday informed that in view of the current global situation and the ongoing conflict in the Middle East, the state government is closely monitoring the gas supply situation across the state.

2026-03-10T16:43:53.819331+00:00 IST

Indian Army pays tribute to Sepoy Akshit Sharma

In a post on X, White Knight Corps shared, "GOC, White Knight Corps and all ranks pay solemn homage to Sepoy Akshit Sharma who made the Supreme Sacrifice on 10 Mar 2026 during a training exercise."

2026-03-10T16:25:20.584539+00:00 IST

Telangana Police launch ‘Op Crackdown’ against mule bank accounts

Telangana Police conducted a statewide enforcement drive titled "Operation Crackdown 1.0" on February 25 to identify and dismantle mule bank account networks facilitating cyber frauds across India.

2026-03-10T16:21:53.799250+00:00 IST

BJP core meeting on West Bengal set to take place tomorrow

According to party sources, the meeting is likely to be attended by BJP president Nitin Nabin and Union Home Minister Amit Shah. Senior leaders, including West Bengal BJP president Samik Bhattacharya, Union Minister and MP from West Bengal Sukanta Majumdar, MP Biplab Kumar Deb, and BJP national general secretary (organisation) Sunil Bansal, Bengal election incharge Bhupender Yadav, among others, are expected to participate in the discussions.

2026-03-10T16:18:38.901652+00:00 IST

"We want alternate firewood cooking permission": Durairaj

Amid the ongoing disruptions in the supply of commercial LPG cylinders due to the West Asia conflict, GR Durairaj, State Vice-President of the Tamil Nadu Merchants' Association, is seeking support from the government to revive the struggling hotel industry.

2026-03-10T16:17:53.999775+00:00 IST