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Rohini POCSO Court seeks conclusive report from Delhi Police CP over delay, contradictory status reports in child sexual assault case

The Court also sought an explanation for the failure to file the charge sheet within the statutory period. The direction came after the Court found contradictions in successive police reports and expressed dissatisfaction despite replies having been filed by the SI, Inspector, DCP and Joint CP.

2026-03-02T09:19:28.351883+00:00 IST

Maharashtra Minister hails 'Hind-Di-Chadar' Sahidi Samagam event

Speaking to ANI, he said, "Inspired by the thoughts of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis organised a grand program of 'Sarva Dharma Samabhaav - Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam' (Equality of all religions, Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam) here on the 350th birth anniversary of Guru Tegh Bahadur. Lakhs of people gathered here in this grand event, and this shows that we are all united."

2026-03-02T09:16:56.813558+00:00 IST

Centre must act seriously to protect Keralites: IUML MP

Amid the escalating Israel-Iran conflict, Indian Union Muslim League (IUML) MP, ET Muhammed Basheer, on Monday expressed concern over the worsening situation and urged the Centre to take immediate and serious steps to ensure the safety of Indians, particularly Keralites working in the region.

2026-03-02T09:15:12.467797+00:00 IST

Airlines suspend flights to Middle East amid regional tensions

Major airlines including IndiGo, Akasa Air, Qatar Airways and Emirates have suspended or extended suspension of flights to and from Middle Eastern destinations amid ongoing regional tensions, offering passengers full flexibility with waivers and refunds.

2026-03-02T08:58:44.066367+00:00 IST

"Black flags will be hoisted on homes": Shia board

Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei was killed in the February 28 US-Israel strikes, alongside his daughter, grandchild, daughter-in-law, and son-in-law.

2026-03-02T08:56:10.114822+00:00 IST

Temperature to rise by 3-7 °C in Rajasthan: IMD

Speaking to ANI, he said, "The weather in Rajasthan has taken a turn, with temperatures reaching 35 degrees in most districts. Currently, minimum and maximum temperatures are being recorded 2-5 degrees above normal in most parts of the state. The maximum temperature recorded in Barmer was 36.5 degrees, which is 4.5 degrees above normal."

2026-03-02T08:49:44.036702+00:00 IST

"90cr given via DBT to 30,000 girls in first phase of ladli schem

Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Monday launched key women-centric initiatives at the Sashakt Nari, Samriddh Delhi programme, including the free LPG cylinder scheme for ration card holders and the Delhi Lakhpati Bitiya Yojana.

2026-03-02T08:42:39.086878+00:00 IST

Himachal CM Sukhu meets Union Finance Minister

Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Thakur Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu called on Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman at New Delhi on Monday and sought a financial package under special central assistance to cover the revenue deficit for the financial year 2026-27.

2026-03-02T08:41:32.486849+00:00 IST

War disrupts Himachal Tourism; Dharamshala foreign arrivals falls

The recent Israel-Iran war is affecting the arrival of foreign tourists in Himachal Pradesh. Hundreds of flights were cancelled on the first of March due to the war, and the airspace to the Middle East is still closed.

2026-03-02T08:36:37.123281+00:00 IST

Senior advocate expresses concern over repeated bomb threats to Sambalpur District Court

Senior Advocate Sureshwar Mishra, while speaking to ANI, said, "It is very unfortunate that we have been receiving such threats for the past few months.

2026-03-02T08:26:20.399040+00:00 IST

Security forces on high alert in Kashmir

Police in Kashmir on Monday used tear gas shells to move back groups of people who had gathered to protest against the killing of Iran's Supreme Leader, despite restrictions imposed in all districts of Kashmir as a precautionary measure.

2026-03-02T07:54:56.358053+00:00 IST

Tamil Nadu: Passport office gets hoax bomb threat mail in Coimbatore

A bomb threat email sent to the Passport Office in the Chitra area of Coimbatore on Tuesday triggered heightened security measures.

2026-03-02T07:46:31.139828+00:00 IST

Odisha Congress MLA backs Datteswar Hota for Rajya Sabha

Congress MLA Sagar Charan Das confirmed on Sunday that the party leadership has instructed legislators to back Dr. Hota as a "common candidate"

2026-03-02T07:38:36.942697+00:00 IST

Defence MoS flags in INSV Kaundinya after Oman expedition

The Indian Naval Sailing Vessel (INSV) Kaundinya was ceremonially flagged into Mumbai Harbour on March 1 by Minister of State for Defence Sanjay Seth, marking the successful completion of its maiden overseas voyage to the Sultanate of Oman.

2026-03-02T07:27:21.867158+00:00 IST

Holika Dahan to be observed on march 3:Kalkaji Peethadheeshwar

Kalkaji Peethadheeshwar Mahant Surendranath Avadhut on Monday said that Holika Dahan will be observed on March 3, following the conclusion of the lunar eclipse.

2026-03-02T07:26:19.978907+00:00 IST

Delhi: Axis Bank at Statesman House receives bomb threat via emai

Axis Bank in the Statesman House Building at Connaught Place received a bomb threat via email on Monday, with police arriving at the spot swiftly for a search. Police personnel are currently present at the spot and are conducting a thorough search.

2026-03-02T07:22:52.745401+00:00 IST

Tamil Nadu Plus Two public examinations begin today

On the first day, examinations for language papers, including Tamil, are being conducted.

2026-03-02T07:16:03.026405+00:00 IST

J-K: ISKCON Udhampur holds Shobha yatra ahead of Holi

In a burst of colour and devotion, the International Society for Krishna Consciousness (ISKCON) Udhampur organised a grand Shobha Yatra to mark the lead-up to the Holi festival.

2026-03-02T07:13:25.873448+00:00 IST

CM Dhami participates in Holi Milan celebration at BJP office

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Monday attended the Holi Milan celebration at the state BJP office.

2026-03-02T07:11:01.972539+00:00 IST

Kerala SSLC exams in Gulf postponed amid the Middle-East conflict

Kerala Education Minister V Sivankutty on Monday announced the postponement of the SSLC and Higher Secondary examinations in Gulf centres due to the intensifying conflict in the Middle East.

2026-03-02T06:55:07.934070+00:00 IST

India set to witness total lunar eclipse

According to the India Meteorological Department, a total lunar eclipse will occur when the whole Moon comes under the umbral shadow of the Earth, and a partial lunar eclipse occurs only when a part of the Moon comes under the shadow of the Earth.

2026-03-02T06:52:54.412980+00:00 IST