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Maharashtra: Oleum gas leak in Palghar causes panic

Panic gripped the entire Tarapur MIDC area in Palghar district on Monday after an Oleum gas leak was reported at the Bhageria Chemical Company.

2026-03-02T14:44:40.541370+00:00 IST

Chirag Paswan celebrates Holi with family, party workers

Union Minister Chirag Paswan celebrated Holi with his family and Lok Janshakti Party (Ram Vilas) workers on Monday.

2026-03-02T14:11:24.444124+00:00 IST

Jairam Ramesh accredits Congress for India-Canada energy deal

Once the US and the Nuclear Suppliers Group (NSG) granted India a waiver, it paved the way for Canada to sign its own Nuclear Cooperation Agreement (NCA) with India in 2010, which has now reached its full potential under the Carney-Modi administration.

2026-03-02T14:02:02.010296+00:00 IST

IAF moves to buy 5 more S-400 missile squadrons

The Indian side is buying the additional five squadrons of the AI defence systems after achieving major success against Pakistan last year, where they also secured the longest ever air kill when a high-value Pakistani spy plane was hit by the S-400 missile.

2026-03-02T13:54:06.184146+00:00 IST

Court calls for verification report of sureties for 9 accused

In the AI Summit protest case, the Patiala House Court on Monday called for a verification report regarding the sureties and documents furnished for the nine accused who were recently granted bail.

2026-03-02T13:37:01.835675+00:00 IST

Mizoram CM disburses district catalytic intervention plan fund

An amount of Rs 1 crore has been allocated to each district to facilitate the effective implementation of their respective District Plans.

2026-03-02T13:28:52.319439+00:00 IST

IAS officers inducted from State Civil Services call on President

Indian Administrative Service officers inducted from the State Civil Services and attending the 128th Induction Training Programme at Lal Bahadur Shastri National Academy of Administration (LBSNAA) called on the President of India, Droupadi Murmu, at Rashtrapati Bhavan on Monday.

2026-03-02T12:56:17.102085+00:00 IST

MHA constitutes two state-level empowered committees in Bengal

The Central government on Monday strengthened the institutional mechanism for processing citizenship applications in West Bengal by constituting two state-level empowered committees under the Citizenship Rules, 2009, as part of the framework laid down under Section 6B of the Citizenship Act, 1955.

2026-03-02T12:15:18.588444+00:00 IST

Women empowerment achievable only by removing violence: President

"It is also a fact that women still face violence, economic inequality, social stereotypes, and health-related issues. The goal of women empowerment can only be achieved by removing these obstacles. Women will truly be empowered when they have the ability to make independent decisions, live a life with self-respect, and have access to respect, opportunity, and security," President Murmu said.

2026-03-02T11:53:13.163747+00:00 IST

Man killed after being allegedly stabbed multiple times by...

The police have identified the deceased as Mohan Rao and have arrested three individuals in connection with the February 18 incident, including actress Urmila alias Bindu and her two associates, Vinay and Dhanush Gowda.

2026-03-02T11:34:07.671809+00:00 IST

MP CM announces to hold cabinet meetings across all regions

CM Yadav made the announcement while addressing the ministers ahead of the first agriculture cabinet meeting held in Nagalwadi, Barwani district, noting that the entire Malwa region, along with Nimar, will benefit from this agriculture cabinet meeting.

2026-03-02T11:26:46.280495+00:00 IST

"Israel, Iran situation not war but dictatorship": Ajmer Sharif D

Speaking to ANI, Abedin accused the United States of attempting to "take world leaders hostage for its own interests," and described the late Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, recently killed in a joint US-Israel military operation, as not only Iran's Supreme Leader but also a guiding figure for Shia Muslims globally.

2026-03-02T11:26:20.040986+00:00 IST

Quadruple murder in Bahraich: Accused held over property dispute

A shocking incident of alleged quadruple murder has come to light in Uttar Pradesh's Bahraich district, where a man is accused of killing four members of his own family following a dispute over land and jewellery, officials said on Monday.

2026-03-02T11:18:21.934668+00:00 IST

Himachal Police orders statewide POSH act compliance audit...

The audit, to be completed within 15 days, will review whether Internal Complaints Committees (ICCs) have been properly constituted in all eligible offices, whether they are functioning effectively, and whether mandatory procedures under the Act are being followed in letter and spirit. The review will also assess maintenance of complaint records, timeliness of inquiry proceedings, awareness measures undertaken for personnel, and compliance with statutory reporting requirements.

2026-03-02T11:02:35.723404+00:00 IST

Congress MP Priyanka Gandhi holds discussion with tribal scholars

Congress MP Priyanka Gandhi Vadra on Monday met with scholars from the tribal communities. She discussed the struggles of the tribal children in understanding curriculum in a different language, culture and tradition.

2026-03-02T10:59:13.576589+00:00 IST

Uttarakhand CM participates in Holi Milan celebration

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami participated in the Holi Milan celebration held on Monday at the BJP State Office in Dehradun, where he played Holi with party office-bearers and workers and extended his heartfelt greetings and best wishes to everyone on this auspicious festival.

2026-03-02T10:33:26.467018+00:00 IST

Nepali national arrested after killing nephew in Theog

The Shimla district police have arrested the main accused within 24 hours in connection with a suspected murder case reported from the Theog subdivision.

2026-03-02T10:21:18.847033+00:00 IST

Madhya Pradesh CM, ministers offer prayers at Bhilat Dev temple

The Chief Minister said that under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the state government is committed to the development of Madhya Pradesh, stressing that Bhilat Dev is the deity of the Nimar-Malwa region and would begin the cabinet meeting with prayers to the deity.

2026-03-02T10:17:44.665337+00:00 IST

Offshore supply vessel anchors at Kerala’s Kollam Port

According to Kollam port authorities, the vessel was unable to proceed to the Saudi coast due to the prevailing security situation. The ship's crew sought assistance to anchor safely at Kollam. Officials clarified that it is a small offshore supply vessel, not a cargo ship. Port authorities said the diversion was made purely due to travel disruptions triggered by the conflict in the region. Further assistance is being provided as required.

2026-03-02T10:16:19.368104+00:00 IST

UP Minister Rajbhar on protest over Khamenei's death

Uttar Pradesh Minister OP Rajbhar on Monday stated that both the Central and State governments are commited to maintaining order as members of the Shia community hold demonstrations following the death of Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Khamenei.

2026-03-02T10:03:56.507529+00:00 IST

GUDM bags the best Community Impact Project award

Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel-led government in Gujarat is accelerating planned urban development initiatives to equip cities with modern facilities.

2026-03-02T09:27:39.737644+00:00 IST