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Deepak Patel Records 80% cattle conception rate in Gujarat

A 63-year-old Artificial Insemination (AI) technician from a tribal village in Gujarat has achieved what many in the dairy sector call a miracle. Deepak Patel from Vaheval village in Mahuva taluka of Surat district has recorded an 80 per cent conception success rate in cattle, the highest in the country.

2026-03-03T10:24:57.657372+00:00 IST

Temperatures likely to stay above normal in coming days: IMD

Most parts of India will continue to experience a surge in temperatures in the coming days of the week, with 4-6°C above normal over many parts of Northwest India and 2-4°C above normal over Central India.

2026-03-03T09:55:45.700702+00:00 IST

PM Modi's greetings on World Wildlife Day

On World Wildlife Day 2026, the Prime Minister reaffirms Commitment to Wildlife Conservation. In a post on X, Prime Minister Narendra Modi has extended his greetings on World Wildlife Day, reiterating the importance of protecting the planet's rich faunal diversity that enriches our planet and sustains our ecosystems. Emphasising India's cultural ethos, the Prime Minister said that our scriptures pray for the welfare of all living beings and inspire sensitivity towards wildlife along with conservation.

2026-03-03T09:41:44.749204+00:00 IST

Fifth-generation officer set to don Indian Army olive green, exte

According to the family's documented account, Shukla family legacy has been 185 Years of Military service to the nation that started in 1841 and is continuing to date.

2026-03-03T09:36:14.846207+00:00 IST

Ramchander Rao joins Holi Celebrations at Osmania University

Rao further extended his Holi greetings to the people and appreciated the students for celebrating the festival in an eco-friendly manner.

2026-03-03T09:33:04.025266+00:00 IST

Foreign nationals stranded at Bengaluru airport

Foreign nationals were stranded at Kempegowda International Airport in Bengaluru on Tuesday as flights to the Middle East continued to be cancelled due to the ongoing Israel-Iran conflict, with passengers complaining about lack of information and costly ticket prices for alternative flights.

2026-03-03T09:29:14.707119+00:00 IST

LS Speaker Om Birla  extended Holi greetings

Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla on Tuesday extended his wishes on the occasion of Holi. Speaking to ANI, he said the festival of Holi brings joy and happiness and marks brotherhood, excitement and reunion. Birla said the people of Kota are his family members as he tries to celebrate every festival with them.

2026-03-03T09:18:47.788240+00:00 IST

Mumbai: ATS conducts searches residences of 3 over

The Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS), Maharashtra State, Mumbai, received confidential information that some youths residing in the Kurla, Shivaji Nagar, and Govandi areas of Mumbai city were in contact with terrorist organizations banned by the Government of India.

2026-03-03T09:08:22.434185+00:00 IST

Mumbai airport witnesses 107 flight cancellations

A total of 107 air traffic movements (ATMs) were cancelled at Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport on Tuesday as the West Asia conflict continued to disrupt flight operations, leaving hundreds of passengers stranded, with many complaining about lack of facilities.

2026-03-03T09:04:18.632778+00:00 IST

T'gana: Student accused of sexually assaulting fellow student

A BTech student of an engineering college under Telangana's Bachupally police station of Medchal-Malkajgiri district, has been booked for allegedly sexually assaulting a fellow student multiple times.

2026-03-03T08:54:52.046590+00:00 IST

"Real Kerala story": Congress leader on Attukal Pongala

His remarks come amid the mounting controversy over the surrounding the film The Kerala Story 2: Goes Beyond, which has triggered debate over the alleged misrepresentation of Kerala.

2026-03-03T08:35:52.434025+00:00 IST

APNRT monitoring 10 lakh AP workers, bahrain situation critical

APNRT CEO Dr Ravi Vemuru stated that APNRTS is closely monitoring around 10 lakh people from Andhra Pradesh working in Gulf countries amid the ongoing Middle East crisis.

2026-03-03T08:30:47.044907+00:00 IST

Pushkar Singh Dhami reviews preparations for Amit Shah's visit;

Speaking about the upcoming programme, Dhami said that large-scale participation is expected from across Uttarakhand, particularly from the surrounding areas of Haridwar.

2026-03-03T08:30:30.007008+00:00 IST

Rahul Gandhi urges PM Modi to “speak up” on Ayatollah's death

Lok Sabha Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi on Tuesday urged Prime Minister Narendra Modi to "speak up" on the assassination of Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Syed Ali Khamenei, saying that the silence diminishes India's standing in the world.

2026-03-03T08:26:25.366420+00:00 IST

"Responsibility of govt to bring people back": Karnataka Minister

Karnataka Minister MB Patil on Tuesday urged the Indian government to ensure the safety and evacuation of Indians stranded in the West Asia region as the conflict intensifies.

2026-03-03T08:10:50.799343+00:00 IST

Delhi Police conducts pre-Holi crackdown under Operation Aaghat

Speaking to ANI, Joint Commissioner Sanjay Kumar Jain said the operation was highly successful. Around 4,000 individuals were rounded up, with over 975 taken into preventive custody and charged.

2026-03-03T07:53:52.272867+00:00 IST

Passengers recount financial impact of flight cancellations

As the airspace in the UAE's Dubai partially opened up amid the ongoing conflict in West Asia, Indian citizens arrived in New Delhi on Tuesday and recounted the panic and financial impact of flight cancellations.

2026-03-03T07:49:52.641399+00:00 IST

Imran Masood meets Ali Khamenei's representative in India

Speaking to reporters, Masood described the death of the Iranian leader as a "sad event," emphasising the deep-rooted and centuries-old ties between India and Iran. He said he had personally conveyed his sympathies during the meeting.

2026-03-03T07:43:50.578762+00:00 IST

Bengaluru: 2 interstate drug peddlers arrested by CCB

The arrested were receiving narcotic substances from a Kerala-based individual residing in Thailand and distributing them to customers as per his instructions, thereby earning illegal profits.

2026-03-03T07:43:24.683161+00:00 IST

Telangana: 10 injured after bus collides with truck in Yadadri Bh

The accident occurred within the Choutuppal police station limits. The bus, carrying around 36 passengers, was en route to Hyderabad when the collision took place. Following the incident, the injured passengers were immediately shifted to a nearby hospital for medical attention.

2026-03-03T07:28:56.055902+00:00 IST

MK Stalin inaugurates nine modern libraries with Creative Centres

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin on Tuesday inaugurated nine modern libraries with 'Chief Minister's Creative Centres' (Mudhalvar Padaippagam) built by the Chennai Metropolitan Development Authority for Rs 16.87 crore.

2026-03-03T07:28:19.051368+00:00 IST