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Attukal Pongala festival defines Kerala's cultural heritage: Rajeev Chandrasekhar

BJP Kerala State President Rajeev Chandrasekhar on Tuesday said the Attukal Pongala festival is a defining symbol of Kerala's rich cultural and spiritual heritage, expressing pride in participating in the annual celebration.

2026-03-03T05:07:19.352138+00:00 IST

Security remains at high-alert in Srinagar's Lal Chowk

The security remains at high alert in Srinagar's Ghanta Ghar for the second day following the protests by Shia Muslims against the killing of Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Syed Ali Khamenei.

2026-03-03T04:57:41.774328+00:00 IST

NIA seeks China’s assistance to trace GoPro camera used in Pahalg

The camera is considered crucial in establishing pre-attack reconnaissance, movement patterns and operational preparations of the terror module in the Pahalgam terror attack on April 22, as it was supplied to China-based AE Group International Limited more than a year before the deadly terror attack.

2026-03-03T04:52:45.167212+00:00 IST

Elaborate arrangements in place for Attukal Pongala: V N Vasavan

Speaking about the preparations, Vasavan said that three review meetings were convened to assess the arrangements for the festival and that Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan personally attended one of the meetings.

2026-03-03T04:52:17.572817+00:00 IST

Union Minister Giriraj Singh hails Noida as "biggest employment hub"

"Noida is the biggest employment hub in the textile sector, across the entire country... I would also like to thank the Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh for this... An emerging India is visible under the leadership of PM Narendra Modi. After the agriculture sector, the textile sector has provided employment to more than 5 crore people in the last 10 years," The Union Minister said.

2026-03-03T04:50:32.469937+00:00 IST

Passengers recount panic in Middle-East amid attacks

Amid escalating tensions in parts of the Middle East, passengers travelling on international routes have reported disruptions and heightened security measures, while airlines continue to monitor the situation closely.

2026-03-03T04:49:48.878528+00:00 IST

Foreign tourists enjoy of Holi in Jaisalmer

The world-famous Golden City of Jaisalmer has transformed into a vibrant mosaic of colours. Foreign tourists arriving in the city for Holi are not only enjoying the local sightseeing spots but are also deeply immersed in its festive spirit.

2026-03-03T04:47:55.630618+00:00 IST

PM Modi sets global benchmark on YouTube

Among world leaders, PM Modi has the highest number of subscribers on YouTube. As per the rankings, he is comfortably ahead of others in the category. The second-highest, former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro, has a subscriber base that is only about one-fourth of PM Modi's.

2026-03-03T04:41:08.886042+00:00 IST

Member of Rohit Godara gang arrested in firing incident on Lawren

The incident happened on February 24 when three armed assailants allegedly opened fire at a car in Kashmiri Gate.

2026-03-03T04:34:24.657901+00:00 IST

J-K: Teryath Police seizes balloon bearing PIA inscription

Rajouri Police in Jammu and Kashmir's Teryath have seized a balloon resembling an aircraft and bearing the inscription Pakistan International Airlines (PIA).

2026-03-03T04:30:38.603418+00:00 IST

Delhi police reunites 118 missing persons with families

The local police immediately launched search operations upon receiving the report of missing/kidnapped individuals. Local enquiries played a crucial role, in addition to efforts such as checking CCTV footage and showing the photographs of the kidnapped children/ missing persons at auto stands, e-rickshaw stands, bus stands, and railway stations, according to a release.

2026-03-03T03:56:07.859348+00:00 IST

Partial lunar eclipse will be visible: Dr Debinrosad Duari

Former Director (Research and Academic) at MP Birla Planetarium, Dr Debinrosad Duari, said that although a total lunar eclipse will occur on Tuesday, skywatchers in India will only be able to witness a partial phase as the Moon will be below the horizon during the full eclipse.

2026-03-03T03:53:27.409418+00:00 IST

"Commitment to conservation, sustainable practices": PM Modi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday lauded the Centre's efforts for wildlife protection, reaffirming the commitment to "conservation, sustainable practices and protecting habitats" on the occasion of World Wildlife Day.

2026-03-03T03:48:56.417051+00:00 IST

UP CM addresses public grievances during 'Janta Darshan'

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Tuesday organised 'Janta Darshan' in Gorakhpur, during which he heard grievances of the people.

2026-03-03T03:44:23.641249+00:00 IST

Temples across India close doors as 'Sutak Kaal' begins

Temples across India closed their gates on Tuesday as the 'Sutak Kaal' (inauspicious period) began ahead of the first lunar eclipse of the year, with priests saying the doors will reopen after the eclipse ends in the evening.

2026-03-03T03:25:31.361801+00:00 IST

We expect both sides will move towards restoration of peace”: BJP

BJP National Spokesperson RP Singh on Tuesday hoped that both Israel and Iran would move towards the restoration of peace as the tensions in West Asia rise.

2026-03-03T03:23:50.685127+00:00 IST

Several international flights from IGI Airport delayed

Several westbound international flights from the IGI Airport were delayed amid the ongoing tensions in West Asia, Delhi International Airport Limited (DIAL) said on Tuesday.

2026-03-03T03:22:58.577401+00:00 IST

Devotees take holy dip in Haridwar as lunar eclipse Sutak begins

Hariom Vashishth from Rohtak said he had arrived a day earlier and completed the ritual bath before the eclipse began. He explained that a fast is observed during the sutak period, during which devotees refrain from drinking water, eating food, or performing any rituals. He added that the eclipse is scheduled from 3:20 pm to 6:47 pm, while the sutak period begins nine hours prior, leading to the closure of temple doors.

2026-03-03T03:14:43.654716+00:00 IST

UP: 13-year-old boy dies in accidental fire at birthday party in

The three friends are now detained and being questioned, while the parents of the deceased have filed a First Information Report (FIR) in the case.

2026-03-03T03:13:49.125668+00:00 IST

Mahakal Temple in Ujjain celebrates Holi during Bhasma Aarti

Shri Mahakaleshwar Temple in Ujjain celebrated Holi festival during the early morning Bhasma Aarti on Tuesday, with the sanctum sanctorum drenched in gulal and Lord Mahakal adorned with bhang (cannabis) and dry fruits in a divine decoration.

2026-03-03T03:12:57.917150+00:00 IST

Priyank Kharge assures help to stranded Kannadigas in Dubai

Karnataka Minister Priyank Kharge stated the concerns regarding Karnataka citizens stranded in Dubai amid the Iran-Israel conflict, stating that efforts are underway to ensure their safety.

2026-03-03T03:12:05.191835+00:00 IST