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Punjab Minister Aman Arora lauds 'Mavan Dhiyan da Satkar scheme

Punjab Minister Aman Arora on Sunday lauded the monthly cash transfer scheme for women by the Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann-led government as the "world's biggest cash transfer scheme to women."

2026-03-08T20:01:47.672183+00:00 IST

Countries should raise voice against bullying of US: Khan

Jamat-e-Islami Hind Vice President, Malik Mohtasim Khan, on Sunday said that countries around the world must raise their voice agaisnt the bullying of the United States and Israel after the killing of Iran's Supreme Leader Ayotollah Ali Khamenei during the US-Israel strikes on Iran.

2026-03-08T19:54:31.632443+00:00 IST

Congress calls alliance in Tamil Nadu "formidable", questions ECI

Congress General Secretary Mukul Wasnik described the alliance in Tamil Nadu as "formidable" and said the party would contest a limited number of seats while fully supporting its allies in other constituencies.

2026-03-08T19:42:37.113668+00:00 IST

Rahul Gandhi, Kharge congratulate team India on T20WC win

Leader of Opposition (LoP) in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi and Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge led a chorus of congratulations from political leaders after India clinched the ICC Men's T20 World Cup title, defeating the New Zealand national cricket team in the final at Narendra Modi Stadium on Sunday.

2026-03-08T19:17:53.237242+00:00 IST

Opposition to meet on March 9 over no-confidence motion

He said 118 MPs have signed the motion, emphasising that the issue is about the Speaker's neutrality and moral standards, not numbers.

2026-03-08T18:40:18.242146+00:00 IST

AAP MP Sanjay Singh gives notice of motion to discuss West Asia

The second phase of the Budget Session of Parliament is set to commence on March 9 (Monday).

2026-03-08T18:34:18.435459+00:00 IST

Assam Rifles National Integration Tour team from Nagaland's Bhand

The interaction and educational visit proved both enriching and inspiring, further strengthening the objectives of the National Integration Tour aimed at fostering national integration, awareness and confidence amongst the youth from remote areas, a release stated.

2026-03-08T18:11:49.541512+00:00 IST

"It has been a challenging task": Nripendra Misra on Ram Mandir

The Chairman of the Ram Temple Construction Committee for the Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra, Nripendra Misra, said on Sunday in an exclusive interview with ANI that the construction of the Ram Janmabhoomi Temple has been a challenging task.

2026-03-08T18:09:11.450000+00:00 IST

VP Interacts with SHG Members and Lakhpati Didis in Tripura

The programme highlighted the inspiring journeys and success stories of women associated with Self-Help Groups, who have transformed their lives through entrepreneurship and community initiatives

2026-03-08T17:55:35.180585+00:00 IST

“CM Yogi very alert for daughters’ protection”: BJP' Aparna Bisht

Bharatiya Janata Party leader Aparna Bisht Yadav extended greetings on the occasion of International Women's Day on Sunday and praised the efforts of Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath for ensuring the safety of women in the state.

2026-03-08T17:53:14.362201+00:00 IST

Telangana CM Revanth Reddy meets Governor Jishnu Dev Varma

Telangana Chief Minister Revanth Reddy paid a courtesy call on Telangana Governor Jishnu Dev Varma on Sunday, who is about to take charge as the Governor of Maharashtra. The Chief Minister, along with Minister Ponguleti Srinivasa Reddy, met Shri Jishnu Dev Varma at Lok Bhavan.

2026-03-08T17:45:26.574028+00:00 IST

NCB busts pan-India Darknet Drug Network “Team Kalki”

In a breakthrough against darknet-enabled narcotics trafficking, the Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB) has dismantled a pan-India drug distribution network operating under the name "Team Kalki." The network had been active on darknet platforms and the encrypted Session messaging application since January 2025. Acting on intelligence developed in the last three months, NCB conducted an operation in New Delhi, leading to the bust of the network.

2026-03-08T17:34:54.788308+00:00 IST

J-K: International Women’s Day celebrated with sports in Rajouri

District Administration Rajouri, in collaboration with MY Bharat, Sports Authority of India & Khelo India Centres, on Sunday celebrated International Women's Day 2026 with great enthusiasm by organising a series of sports and fitness activities under the ASMITA League at the District Police Lines Rajouri.

2026-03-08T17:26:56.822581+00:00 IST

I am perfectly alright, very healthy: Congress' Girish Chodankar

Tamil Nadu Congress Election In-charge Girish Chodankar on Sunday said his health is perfectly fine, as he fainted earlier in the day here at Satyamurti Bhavan.

2026-03-08T17:24:48.532784+00:00 IST

Osman Hadi murder: Two Bangaladeshi nationals held

The West Bengal Police Special Task Force arrested two Bangladeshi nationals near the Bongaon border area in connection with the murder of activist Sharif Osman Hadi in Bangladesh.

2026-03-08T17:23:49.706243+00:00 IST

Centuries-old Attar tradition continues to thrive in Hyderabad

In the heart of the city, where tradition meets modern business, a centuries-old fragrance culture continues to thrive. Inside a traditional attar shop lined with rows of elegant perfume bottles, the timeless art of natural perfumery is still very much alive.

2026-03-08T17:19:21.316017+00:00 IST

West Bengal: Locals protest against CEC Gyanesh Kumar

The West Bengal locals on Sunday gathered infront of a private hotel in New Town, wearing posters on their chest that read 'Go back, Gyanesh Kumar, murderer of democracy' as the Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) Gyanesh Kumar along with Election Commissioners SS Sandhu, Vivek Joshi and Senior Deputy Election Commissioenrs Maneesh gard and Pawan Kumar arrived at the Kolkata Airport along with CEC Gyanesh Kumar.

2026-03-08T17:17:31.752062+00:00 IST

“Not the time for politics”: Salman Khurshid amid West Asia issue

Congress leader Salman Khurshid on Sunday urged the Indian government to prioritise humanity amid rising tensions in West Asia, stressing that the current situation is not the time for politics.

2026-03-08T17:15:40.224584+00:00 IST

AIIA Goa launches specialised Ayurvedic facilities on Women’s Day

All India Institute of Ayurveda (AIIA), Goa, inaugurated several special healthcare facilities aimed at strengthening patient care and expanding specialised Ayurvedic services, on the occasion of International Women's Day, the release said.

2026-03-08T17:06:26.666325+00:00 IST

"Dignity of president office is paramount": BJD MLA Dibya Shankar Mishra on President's conference r

Biju Janata Dal (BJD) MLA Dibya Shankar Mishra on Sunday said it is the responsibility of the President's Secretariat, state governments, and foreign governments to ensure that all protocols are observed when the President travels, within India or abroad.

2026-03-08T17:04:45.305895+00:00 IST

Delhi, Ahmedabad Police share witty banter over India–New Zealand

As excitement grips the country over the ongoing ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026 final between India and New Zealand at Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad on Sunday, even police departments joined the buzz online, with Delhi Police and Ahmedabad Police engaging in a witty social media exchange that amused cricket fans.

2026-03-08T16:59:29.316002+00:00 IST