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IRCTC directs alternative arrangements at station catering: Sourc

The Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation (IRCTC) on Wednesday directed all its zonal offices to make alternative arrangements at catering units across railway stations amid a growing shortage of commercial LPG cylinders triggered by the ongoing war in West Asia, sources said on Wednesday.

2026-03-11T10:59:26.356645+00:00 IST

Himachal remains safe, attractive destination for global tourists

Tourism Ambassador to the Government of Himachal Pradesh and Miss Earth India 2022 Vanshika Parmar said that while global uncertainties and tensions in parts of the Middle East may create concerns within the tourism industry, Himachal Pradesh continues to remain a safe and attractive destination for travellers from across the world.

2026-03-11T10:58:35.926524+00:00 IST

KTR slams Rahul Gandhi over dismissal of defected MLAs

"Telangana Speaker was under immense pressure to take this decision. Rahul Gandhi is a joke of a leader. On one hand, he flaunts the constitution of India and continues to portray himself as the saviour of the constitution of India, and he also talks about defections and how automatic disqualification should be done," he told the media.

2026-03-11T10:47:08.216438+00:00 IST

Naidu govt not even maintaining minimum balance: YSRCP

YSRCP chief YS Jagan Mohan Reddy on Wednesday said the budget presented by the Chandrababu Naidu government is filled with misleading numbers and false narratives.

2026-03-11T10:36:40.891336+00:00 IST

BRS Working President KTR criticises Telangana government

He said incidents such as the actions of HYDRA in Hyderabad, issues involving the disabled in Mahabubnagar, and house demolitions in Lagacharla and Khammam reflect the government's approach.

2026-03-11T10:35:53.342330+00:00 IST

"Government did right in priortising:" Kapil Sibal on LPG crisis

Sibal also criticised the administration for a perceived lack of long-term planning and foresight regarding India's heavy import dependency and potential supply vulnerabilities in the face of geopolitical instability.

2026-03-11T10:33:27.895452+00:00 IST

Air India Express flight from Hyderabad suffers nose-wheel issue

According to an AIR India Express Spokesperson, "We confirm that our Hyderabad-Phuket flight on 11 March experienced an issue with the nose wheel at Phuket Airport. The crew followed all standard protocols, and guests were deplaned. We thank our guests, the Phuket airport authorities, and all stakeholders for their cooperation."

2026-03-11T09:44:55.082362+00:00 IST

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GI-tagged joha rice from Assam exported to UK, Italy; APEDA facil

In a major boost to India's agricultural exports, the Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA) under the Ministry of Commerce and Industry facilitated the first export consignment of 25 metric tonnes of GI-tagged Joha rice from Assam to the United Kingdom and Italy on March 12, 2026, in collaboration with the Assam Agriculture Department.

2026-03-12T12:24:17.560518+00:00 IST

Karnataka: Mandya Court evacuated after receiving bomb threat

The message threatening a bomb attack on the court was received in the Mandya district judge's mail. Police, bomb squad and fire brigade personnel reached the court immediately after receiving the information and are inspecting the matter.

2026-03-12T12:08:12.824225+00:00 IST

2 apprehended for manufacturing, selling adulterated ginger paste

The arrests followed a police raid on March 11, after authorities received reliable information about the use of harmful ingredients in violation of food safety regulations. The individuals were operating under the names "SEVEN COOKS" and "Arjun Enterprises".

2026-03-12T12:07:40.980821+00:00 IST

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Congress ecosystem has contempt for Assam, alleges Minister

BJP leaders on Wednesday hit back at Congress over its spokesperson Supriya Shrinate's allegation that Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma had resorted to artificial intelligence to show good roads in Assam and said the "entire Cong ecosystem has so much contempt for Assam" and the people of state "will remember this insult".

2026-03-11T17:29:30.936913+00:00 IST

LS rejects Oppn resolution for removal of Speaker Om Birla

A heated debate unfolded in the Lok Sabha on Wednesday as Union Home Minister Amit Shah sharply attacked the Opposition during the debate on a resolution seeking the removal of Speaker Om Birla, accusing them of undermining parliamentary traditions and spreading misinformation about the functioning of the House.

2026-03-11T17:09:11.739010+00:00 IST

LPG rationing could hit every household: Jagat Singh Negi

"LPG is totally controlled by the Central government, and the entire supply is with them. If the rationing of essential commodities continues due to shortages, it will create serious problems. Forget about tourism first; every household kitchen will be affected. If people are unable to cook food on time, it will disrupt daily life. Children have to go to school, workers have to go to work, and if there is no food on time, how will people manage their day?" he raised questions.

2026-03-11T16:57:27.118085+00:00 IST

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Jabi Toti: A beautiful Tourist Spot in Poonch

Located on the border of Tahsil Sarnakot and Mandi in Poonch, the lush green valley 'Jabi Toti' is a famous tourist destination which is no less than the Bangus Valley and Tosha Maidan of Kashmir Valley. Every year some program is organized here by the administration. are organized to attract the attention of tourists to this beautiful region, but due to the lack of road connectivity here, thousands of tourists cannot go even if they want to because they have to travel for at least three hours to reach here.

2023-06-23T16:48:57.704946+00:00 IST

'Robo Rath Yatra': Vadodara man creates robot-drawn chariot

Usually, the chariot of Lord Jagannath is attached to a rope pulled by devotees, but Jai Makwana of Vadodara organises a unique Robo Rath Yatra; here, the chariot is operated by remote control. This year, he took another step forward by making the chariot motor solar-powered.

2023-06-20T11:44:12.097306+00:00 IST

"My plan is to take South India cuisine to global level,"

While speaking to ANI, Aruna Vijay said," I am the first South Indian woman from Tamil Nadu to participate in National Level Cooking Competition. I want to break the myth about us that our cuisine only involves Idly's and dosa's".

2023-04-17T01:45:20.485318+00:00 IST

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AI summit protest case: Delhi Court grants protection from arrest

Patiala House Court on Wednesday granted interim protection from arrest to a T-shirt designer in connection with the AI Summit protest case, which took place on February 20 and was allegedly organised by Indian Youth Congress workers at Bharat Mandapam.

2026-03-11T09:44:23.776987+00:00 IST

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West Asia War: TN CM Stalin writes to PM Modi on LPG supply, safe

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M K Stalin on Wednesday wrote to Prime Minister Narendra Modi highlighting urgent issues affecting the state and Tamils residing in West Asia amid the ongoing tensions in the region.

2026-03-11T09:43:20.897599+00:00 IST

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"India doesn't leave its people in trouble," assures PM Modi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday assured that Indian government providing security and all facilities to Indians stuck in the gulf region amid West Asia conflict.

2026-03-11T09:41:41.388812+00:00 IST

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Delhi HC asks MCD not undertake demolition against Uttam Nagar ac

The Delhi High Court on Wednesday orally asked the Municipal Corporation of Delhi not to undertake any demolition action against the homes of persons accused in the murder of a 26-year-old man during Holi celebrations in Uttam Nagar.

2026-03-11T09:28:20.805987+00:00 IST

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HP CM Sukhu launches robotic surgery at IGMC Shimla

Addressing reporters after the inauguration in Shimla, Sukhu said robotic surgery has already shown encouraging results in the state, noting that around 150 operations have been successfully conducted in the past seven to eight months at the Super Speciality Hospital in Chamyana.

2026-03-11T09:22:43.319124+00:00 IST

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Taranjit Singh Sandhu takes oath as new Delhi LG

Newly appointed Lieutenant Governor of Delhi Taranjit Singh Sandhu on Wednesday took the oath of office in the presence of Delhi High Court Chief Justice Devendra Kumar Upadhyaya.

2026-03-11T09:13:12.057882+00:00 IST

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NDA will sweep upcoming Tamil Nadu polls, says Piyush Goyal

Piyush Goyal, while talking to the media, said, "NDA is going to sweep the next election, removing the corrupt Stalin government. The people of Tamil Nadu will never accept Udhayanidhi Stalin as their Chief Minister, and this is the contest to save Tamil pride, culture and people from the corrupt practices of the Stalin family."

2026-03-11T09:12:04.490704+00:00 IST

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Uttarakhand govt allocates Rs 1000 crore for Haridwar Kumbh Mela

According to an official statement from the Chief Minister's office, "sacred land of the Ganga River, Yamuna River, the Char Dham, Adi Kailash and several revered Shakti Peeths, Uttarakhand has long been a center of faith for Sanatan followers across the world. In this context, the state government is making efforts to promote Uttarakhand as a major hub for religious and spiritual tourism and pilgrimage, which is also expected to boost economic activities in the state."

2026-03-11T09:06:18.086175+00:00 IST

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Telangana speaker dismisses pending disqualification petitions

Danam Nagender had won from the Khairatabad assembly constituency with a BRS ticket and later contested as MP from Secunderabad on a Congress ticket.

2026-03-11T09:01:51.651099+00:00 IST

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Manipur: Protest against Census turns tense, five injured

People from across Manipur, under the banner of the Just and Fair Delimitation (JFD), staged a protest against the ongoing census process in the state. The demonstration took place at Ima Market in Imphal, where protesters voiced their opposition to the exercise.

2026-03-11T08:59:35.535101+00:00 IST

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Hyderabad Police arrest four for alleged Rs 1.5 crore

The accused have been identified as Mohammed Syeed Uddin (26), Mohd Tajuddin (31), Mohd Younis (25), and MD Ayub (24). Police said that Uddin had worked for a call centre in Dubai, and contacted other members to acquire some SIM cards.

2026-03-11T08:57:16.546082+00:00 IST

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"Expanding petroleum sector essential for self-reliant India": PM

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday called the expansion of the petroleum sector essential for making a self-reliant India.

2026-03-11T08:49:16.322207+00:00 IST

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MP Vijay Vasanth urged EAM Jaishankar to ensure safety of Indians

Kanyakumari Lok Sabha MP Vijay Vasanth met External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar and submitted a letter seeking urgent intervention for the safety and repatriation of Indian fishermen stranded in Iran.

2026-03-11T08:45:21.570190+00:00 IST

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PM Modi inaugurates, lays foundation of projects worth Rs 10,800

Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated and laid the foundation of multiple developmental projects worth around Rs 10,800 crore in Ernakulum, Kerala.

2026-03-11T08:37:57.646465+00:00 IST