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Forest blaze engulfs Zabarwan forest belt, Srinagar

A forest fire broke out in the Zabarwan forest belt near the Dachigam side of Srinagar. The blaze spread across a substantial area of the hillside forest, causing thick smoke.

2026-03-04T09:36:12.331613+00:00 IST

Senior Journalist and Padma Bhushan HK Dua passes away at 88

He had been admitted to a private hospital three weeks ago and had been unwell. His cremation will be held at 12 noon on March 5 at the Lodhi Road Crematorium.

2026-03-04T09:33:50.471731+00:00 IST

Hoping to bring back Indians in West Asia in 2-3 days: Fadnavis

Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Wednesday said that the state government is expecting the Indians stranded in West Asia amid the conflict to return in the next two to three days.

2026-03-04T09:25:44.969693+00:00 IST

India celebrates Holi with joy

Holi was celebrated in India across different states and regions with great enthusiasm and joy. In Uttar Pradesh, Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath celebrated holi with common people at Ghantaghar Chauraha in Gorakhpur. CM Yogi Adityanath expressed happiness over the joyful atmosphere brought on the occassion of Holi, highlighting how such a festival is bringing in joy and enthusiasm while the world is in disarray. People in Vrindavan and Mathura celebrated Holi with full joy, dance and music. In Prayagraj, a large number of people gather at Loknath Chauraha to dance and celebrate Holi.

2026-03-04T09:18:10.125039+00:00 IST

Flight from Dubai arrives New Delhi

Flight from Dubai to New Delhi arrives safely at Indira Gandhi International Airport (IGI) on Wednesday as flight operations gradually resumed following disruptions triggered by the escalating West Asian conflict. Some flights from Dubai arrived at Hyderabad and Chennai. Coordination between airport authorities and airline officials is bringing relief to stranded passengers who had faced uncertainty over the past few days due to widespread cancellations and delays.

2026-03-04T09:06:15.235356+00:00 IST

Patna: Bihar Minister Ram Kripal Yadav celebrates Holi

Ram Kripal Yadav, while speaking to ANI, said, "For the past 40 years, morning walkers have been organising Holi celebrations here. This has been organised once again today. We are sharing hugs and spreading love."

2026-03-04T08:50:02.951549+00:00 IST

"Registered cases against those violating rules": Karnataka Home

Speaking to reporters, Parameshwara said that the government has taken a firm stance on the processions and said that permission is required for any gathering in the city.

2026-03-04T08:40:35.160219+00:00 IST

Sandeep Dikshit’s jibe at AAP’s "Kattar Imaandar" Holi

He remarked that if it were left to political leaders, they would try to associate themselves with everything, even to the extent of putting their names on the wood used for someone's last rites.

2026-03-04T08:27:24.608030+00:00 IST

Keeping old friends, and safeguarding new ones: Chiraj Paswan on

The minister reiterated that India has a balanced stance between their "old" and "new" friends while maintaining that India has long been a "supporter of peace" and never "compromised on war".

2026-03-04T08:14:26.734361+00:00 IST

Himachal will become self-reliant: CM Sukhu on Holi

Speaking to the media in Shimla during Holi celebrations, the Chief Minister wished happiness and prosperity for the people of the state.

2026-03-04T08:14:05.196253+00:00 IST

Maharashtra: Police register FIR in Palghar gas leak

FIR has been registered in Boisar police station under Sections 280 (Making atmosphere noxious to health), 125 (Endangering life or personal safety of others), 286 (Negligent conduct with respect to poisonous substance) and 289 (Negligence with respect to machinery) of Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS).

2026-03-04T07:59:37.653532+00:00 IST

BJP nominates former Nagpur Mayor Mayatai Ivnate for Rajya Sabha

Following the declaration of her candidature, Ivnate reached Mumbai from Nagpur earlier in the day to complete the necessary formalities related to the nomination process.

2026-03-04T07:53:22.142265+00:00 IST

Holi symbolises equality: HP governor Shiv Pratap Shukla

Speaking to ANI at Raj Bhavan, the Governor extended Holi greetings to the people of Himachal Pradesh and the country. "Holi is a festival of equality in the true sense. On this day, everyone becomes equal. The feeling of who is big and who is small ends, and people celebrate with enthusiasm," Shukla said.

2026-03-04T07:48:15.623656+00:00 IST

NHRC takes suo motu cognizance of reported death of a boy after f

National Human Rights Commission has taken suo motu cognisance of the reported death of a boy after falling into an uncovered drain in Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh, a release said.

2026-03-04T07:27:53.601438+00:00 IST

Court grants bail to ex-TDB President A Padmakumar

The Kollam Vigilance Court on Wednesday granted bail to Former Travancore Devaswom Board (TDB) President A Padmakumar in the Sabrimala Dwarapalaka (guardian deity) sculptures theft case.

2026-03-04T07:14:59.016945+00:00 IST

"Get united and celebrate Holi": Congress leader Gurdeep Singh Sa

Congress leader Gurdeep Singh Sappal on Wednesday said that Holi sends a message of unity and a festival of brotherhood.

2026-03-04T07:09:50.092306+00:00 IST

Pushkar Singh Dhami extends greetings on Holi

Pushkar Singh Dhami, in a post on X, wrote, "heartfelt congratulations and best wishes to all the residents of the state on the auspicious festival of Holi. Holi is a symbol of colours, joy, and our rich cultural heritage, which strengthens the spirit of social harmony and unity."

2026-03-04T06:53:05.193557+00:00 IST

Ramdas Athawale among BJP's four candidates from Maharashtra

The list consists of Republican Party of India chief and Union Minister Ramdas Athawale, BJP general secretary Vinod Tawde, Ramrao Wadkute and Maya Chitaman Ivnate.

2026-03-04T06:49:44.756810+00:00 IST

Uttarakhand CM, Governor celebrate Holi at Lok Bhawan, extend gre

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami and Uttarakhand Governor Lieutenant General Gurmeet Singh (Retd.) celebrated Holi at Lok Bhawan in Dehradun on Wednesday.

2026-03-04T06:46:53.176331+00:00 IST

“Everyone should get drenched in colours of joy: Shivraj Singh

Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan on Wednesday called for peace on the occasion of Holi celebration.

2026-03-04T06:40:38.678827+00:00 IST

"Gift to the liquor mafias": Congress leader slams BJP after liqu

As the liquor stores open on Holi, Congress leader Abhishek Dutt slammed the BJP government in Delhi, alleging that the government has given a "gift to liquor mafias".

2026-03-04T06:32:03.327414+00:00 IST