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MK Stalin pays last respects to veteran CPI leader Nallakannu

R Nallakannu, who had been undergoing treatment at the Rajiv Gandhi Government General Hospital, passed away on Wednesday afternoon, at the age of 101. Nallakannu was one of the senior-most Communist leaders in Tamil Nadu.

2026-02-25T16:21:45.236662+00:00 IST

Medical profession filled with challenges, opp: Andhra Governor

Andhra Pradesh Governor S Abdul Nazeer participated as the Chief Guest at the 22nd Graduation Day celebrations of Katuri Medical College and Hospital held in the College campus in Guntur on Wednesday.

2026-02-25T16:13:52.378900+00:00 IST

Bomb reported on railway tracks near Sainthia railway station

A bomb was reported on railway tracks around 1.5 kilometres from Sainthia railway station in Birbhum district today.

2026-02-25T16:11:35.442544+00:00 IST

NDA prepares for PM Modi’s Madurai visit on March 1: Murugan

"Our NDA alliance is getting ready. On January 23rd, we had an all-NDA public meeting, and a huge rally was held there. And coming 1st of March, our respected Prime Minister Narendra Modi ji is coming to Madurai, and he is addressing the public meeting," Murugan told ANI.

2026-02-25T16:10:53.624588+00:00 IST

Ahmedabad’s firefighters who stand guard beyond spotlight

In 2024-25, the Ahmedabad Fire and Emergency Services (AFES) saved 678 lives, extinguished 2,835 fires and carried out 3,606 rescue operations -- figures that reflect both the scale of urban challenges and the department's preparedness.

2026-02-25T16:10:03.174834+00:00 IST

3 IYC workers detailed by Delhi Police produced in Shimla Court

According to Himachal Pradesh Police, the Delhi Police team was intercepted at Dharampur in Solan district, where the action was termed illegal, and the workers were released from custody.

2026-02-25T16:08:02.353503+00:00 IST

DG NCC Virendra Vats arrives in Kerala for 3-day official visit

According to a statement issued by the Defence PRO, Lt Gen Vats was received at the NCC Directorate in Vazhuthacaud by Major General Ramesh Shanmugom, Additional Director General, NCC Directorate (Kerala and Lakshadweep), along with other senior officers. A ceremonial Guard of Honour was presented to the Director General by NCC cadets on his arrival.

2026-02-25T16:06:25.031194+00:00 IST

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Osman Hadi murder: Two Bangaladeshi nationals held

The West Bengal Police Special Task Force arrested two Bangladeshi nationals near the Bongaon border area in connection with the murder of activist Sharif Osman Hadi in Bangladesh.

2026-03-08T17:23:49.706243+00:00 IST

Centuries-old Attar tradition continues to thrive in Hyderabad

In the heart of the city, where tradition meets modern business, a centuries-old fragrance culture continues to thrive. Inside a traditional attar shop lined with rows of elegant perfume bottles, the timeless art of natural perfumery is still very much alive.

2026-03-08T17:19:21.316017+00:00 IST

West Bengal: Locals protest against CEC Gyanesh Kumar

The West Bengal locals on Sunday gathered infront of a private hotel in New Town, wearing posters on their chest that read 'Go back, Gyanesh Kumar, murderer of democracy' as the Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) Gyanesh Kumar along with Election Commissioners SS Sandhu, Vivek Joshi and Senior Deputy Election Commissioenrs Maneesh gard and Pawan Kumar arrived at the Kolkata Airport along with CEC Gyanesh Kumar.

2026-03-08T17:17:31.752062+00:00 IST

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TMC encouraging appeasement, failing to protect women: Chouhan

Speaking with ANI here, Chouhan said, "There are many Sheikh Shahjahans in TMC who are playing with the respect of women. Today, there is a need to protect the respect and self-respect of women, and the BJP government will do it."

2026-03-02T15:55:11.449163+00:00 IST

"Mirrors BJP's model of using state power": Kerala CM

"The demolition of nearly 700 Bhoodan-allotted homes in Khammam, leaving around 3,000 people homeless, exposes the Congress government's true face in Telangana. This 'bulldozer raj' mirrors the BJP's model of using state power against the poorest," Vijayan posted on X.

2026-03-02T14:28:02.655452+00:00 IST

Will deposit Rs 61,000 for girls completing graduation: Delhi CM

Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on M,onday extended Holi greetings to the residents of the national capital and announced the launch of a new welfare scheme for girls the 'Delhi Lakhpati Beti Yojana'.

2026-03-02T14:07:33.712505+00:00 IST

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Chandigarh launches citizen-friendly environmental status report

The Chandigarh Administrator, Gulab Chand Kataria, today released the first Quarterly Environmental Magazine of the Chandigarh Pollution Control Committee (CPCC) in the presence of the Chief Secretary, Home Secretary-cum-Chairman, CPCC, Member Secretary, CPCC, and other senior officers of the Committee.

2026-02-25T15:59:44.403489+00:00 IST

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Punjab: Ravneet Singh Bittu hails approval of FLS for bypass

Bittu said that the initiative by the Ministry of Railways will provide "substantial benefits" to Punjab's rail operations. He added that the bypass, which will directly connect the Rajpura-Mohali railway line, will significantly reduce travel time and congestion will be reduced.

2026-02-25T15:59:40.036213+00:00 IST

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BJP leader’s poster “compares” Rahul Gandhi with Umar Khalid

Amid a war of words between the BJP and Congress over "shirtless protest" by IYC workers at AI Impact Summit, BJP leader RP Singh on Wednesday targeted Rahul Gandhi with a poster ostensibly comparing him with 2020 Delhi riots accused Umar Khalid with the slogan "different faces of anti-nationals".

2026-02-25T15:58:49.736798+00:00 IST

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Andhra Pradesh to build global Titanium, Rare Earth Hub from BSM

Speaking at the workshop on "Beach Sand Minerals to Titanium, Rare Earth Elements and RE Permanent Magnets - Building Domestic Value Chains in Andhra Pradesh" held at Novotel Vijayawada Varun, the Minister said, "Andhra Pradesh must move beyond mineral extraction and build end-to-end value chains within the State."

2026-02-25T15:57:37.083574+00:00 IST

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Govind Dotasra criticises cabinet's decision on civic polls

Rajasthan Congress President Govind Singh Dotasra on Wednesday criticised the state cabinet's decision to bring in legislation to allow individuals with more than two children to contest elections for Panchayati Raj institutions and municipalities, alleging that the BJP government drafts laws on the behest of the RSS.

2026-02-25T15:44:19.765860+00:00 IST

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Gaurav Gogoi on alliance talks with Raijor Dal ahead of polls

Reacting to the issue of a possible alliance with Raijor Dal, Gogoi said it is true that talks with some parties have nearly been concluded and only formal announcements to the public remain. While discussions with several parties have been completed, talks with Raijor Dal are still incomplete.

2026-02-25T15:42:29.417509+00:00 IST

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Vintage cars to get special registration: Dy CM Mukesh Agnihotri

Himachal Pradesh is set to introduce special registration for vintage vehicles while accelerating digital automation across the transport sector, Deputy Chief Minister Mukesh Agnihotri, who also holds the Transport portfolio, said on Wednesday.

2026-02-25T15:40:53.890606+00:00 IST

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Lathmar Holi begins at twin towns of Barsana and Mathura

According to folklore, Lathmar Holi symbolises the playful exchange between Krishna's village, Nandagaon, and Radha's village, Barsana. It is believed that Krishna, along with his friends, visited Barsana to tease Radha and her companions, who playfully responded by chasing them away with sticks (lathis).

2026-02-25T15:38:38.709329+00:00 IST

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74 Nations, 42 Warships: Exercise MILAN 2026 concludes

This year was significant as the International Fleet Review (IFR) and MILAN were conducted simultaneously. What began with only five countries has now grown into a massive international event with 74 participating nations, including five new countries this year.

2026-02-25T15:31:11.540840+00:00 IST

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‘Unforgivable Silence’: KTR questions CM over Kummera Incident

Demanding strict action, KTR stated that irrespective of who the perpetrators are or which party they belong to, they must be sent to jail. He specifically demanded that murder charges be filed against the eight accused involved in the attack and that they be arrested immediately.

2026-02-25T15:29:31.304754+00:00 IST

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ED seizes Rs 5.84 cr in cash, gold and silver in Ahmedabad raids

The seized currency comprises Indian currency to the tune of Rs 1.01 crore, foreign currency having INR equivalent of 33.34 lakh, 16 gold bars, and 168 silver bars.

2026-02-25T15:22:06.383607+00:00 IST

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R Nallakannu's mortal remains taken to CPI head office in Chennai

Nallakannu, who had been undergoing treatment at the Rajiv Gandhi Government General Hospital, passed away on Wednesday afternoon, at the age of 101.

2026-02-25T15:10:25.033552+00:00 IST

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West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee inaugurates Jain Manas Stambh

Addressing the gathering, CM Banerjee described Bhawanipur as a "mini-India," emphasising that people from all castes and religions live together harmoniously in the area. She further stressed that every religion and caste possesses its own unique specialities and cultural significance.

2026-02-25T14:56:14.338164+00:00 IST

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"INC has become ‘India-Virodhi Nangi Congress’": Shehzad Poonawal

"We all know that today INC no longer stands for Indian National Congress," Poonawalla said. "It has become the CCP - Compromised Congress Party, the ANC - Anti-National Congress, the ACP - Abusive Congress Party. Today, in the true sense, INC has become the 'India-Virodhi Nangi Congress' (Anti-India Naked Congress)," he said.

2026-02-25T14:44:21.791186+00:00 IST