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Nearly 5 lakh drug samples tested in 5 years to ensure safe medic

The manufacture, sale and distribution of drugs are regulated in the country under the provisions of Drugs & Cosmetics Act, 1940 and Rules thereunder through a system of licensing and inspection, an official release from Ministry of Health and Family Welfare said.

2026-03-10T17:43:59.500722+00:00 IST

Indian Railways approves over Rs 765 crore for traction upgrades

Indian Railways has sanctioned a series of key infrastructure and technology upgradation works totalling over Rs 765 crore to strengthen operations, expand line capacity, and modernise communication systems across critical sections of the network.

2026-03-10T17:43:12.674225+00:00 IST

Assam govt constructed 17.20 lakh houses under PMAY in last 5 yea

Assam Panchayat and Rural Development Minister Ranjeet Kumar Dass on Tuesday said that the state government has completed the construction of 17.20 lakh houses in the last five years under the Union government's flagship Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana.

2026-03-10T17:29:13.272545+00:00 IST

MP: LPG tanker leak after collision with truck in Guna

A truck collided with an LPG tanker in Guna district of Madhya Pradesh, resulting in a gas leak from the tanker, officials said here on Tuesday

2026-03-10T17:23:18.288763+00:00 IST

Opposition resolution against Speaker only for headlines: TDP MP

Devarayalu lauded Om Birla and noted that several major bills were passed in his leadership of the House as Speaker, including the Women's Reservation Bill, abrogation of Article 370 and the Triple Talaq Bill

2026-03-10T17:19:37.067726+00:00 IST

HP HC quashes notification shifting Manlog-Badog village to Darla

The Himachal Pradesh High Court has quashed a state government notification that shifted Village Manlog-Badog in Solan district from Gram Panchayat Hanuman Badog to Gram Panchayat Darlaghat, holding that objections raised by residents were not properly considered before the decision was taken.

2026-03-10T17:19:12.248148+00:00 IST

GHMC awareness videos strike a chord with citizens

The promotional videos and audio messages produced by the Greater Hyderabad Municipal Corporation (GHMC) to create awareness about the One Time Settlement (OTS) Scheme for property tax arrears are receiving an encouraging response from citizens across the city.

2026-03-10T17:14:03.858047+00:00 IST

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Centre’s natural gas regulation order may impact Karnataka power

According to a release, Gas Authority of India Limited (GAIL) has completely stopped the gas supply to the Yelahanka gas-based power plant since March 12, 6:00 am.

2026-03-12T09:35:19.341191+00:00 IST

Telangana: KTR suggests freezing commercial LPG prices

While backing the Centre's decision to invoke the Essential Commodities Act, KTR recommended freezing commercial cylinder prices for the duration of the "crisis" and having a public real-time availability dashboard.

2026-03-12T09:29:17.928425+00:00 IST

Let BJP MPs speak on LPG shortage: DK Shivakumar

DK Shivakumar said, "The MPs speak on all kinds of issues. Instead, they should raise the issue of LPG shortage in the Parliament and get justice to the people of the state," he said while speaking to reporters at his Sadashivanagar residence.

2026-03-12T09:26:02.021833+00:00 IST

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SP backs Trinamool Congress impeachment motion against Gyanesh Ku

Samajwadi Party (SP) MP Rajiv Rai on Wednesday expressed support for the impeachment motion moved by the Trinamool Congregainst Css ahief Election Commissioner (CEC) Gyanesh Kumar, alleging irregularities related to voters' lists.

2026-03-11T13:31:23.292753+00:00 IST

Amit Shah criticises Rahul Gandhi over foreign visits in LS

Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Wednesday launched a sharp attack on Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi in the Lok Sabha, questioning his frequent foreign visits and accusing him of spreading misinformation about not being allowed to speak in Parliament.

2026-03-11T12:59:16.896951+00:00 IST

“Govt must clarify LPG reserves, supply timelines to public": BJD

"The government should clarify - what is the amount of reserves in our country presently, how much is left, how much can be consumed over how many days, and by when are they expecting that the LPG supply would be normalised. I believe the government is having talks; the people of this nation also need to be told about the current situation. If there is a crisis of energy, then by when the government plans to resolve it should also be clarified to the people, especially to the common man," he said.

2026-03-11T12:49:15.377557+00:00 IST

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Odisha: Bhubaneswar-based NGO protecting animals from heat

Bhubaneswar (Odisha) [India], April 9 (ANI): The Animal Welfare Trust Ekmara (AWTE), a non-governmental organization (NGO) in Bhubaneswar, has made special arrangements for protecting the animals from scorching heat and continuously increasing temperatures.

2022-04-09T04:23:40.573336+00:00 IST

Assam preparing enthusiastically for upcoming Bihu festival

Nagaon (Assam) [India], April 8 (ANI): Extreme craze and enthusiasm can be witnessed amongst the people in Assam, for the most popular and upcoming festival of Bohag Bihu of the state.

2022-04-08T08:38:07.679704+00:00 IST

J-K: Once heavy vehicle driver, Pooja Devi now inspiration for al

Kathua (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], April 3 (ANI): A former woman heavy vehicle driver has become a role model in the Kathua district of Jammu and Kashmir with her initiatives for women empowerment.

2022-04-03T10:00:27.286776+00:00 IST

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Two dead in West Garo Hills amid GHADC election tensions

Following the incidents, Indian Army columns were deployed in the district at the request of the civil administration and conducted flag marches in Chibinang and Tura.

2026-03-10T17:10:53.892140+00:00 IST

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Centre provides financial assistance to Uttarakhand

The Central Government has provided significant financial assistance to Uttarakhand to promote urban land and planning reforms.

2026-03-10T17:01:10.309697+00:00 IST

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Commercial LPG shortage hits hotels, restaurants

A commercial LPG shortage is affecting hotels and restaurants nationwide, with many forced to suspend operations. The government has formed a three-member committee to address grievances and prioritise domestic LPG supply.

2026-03-10T16:59:33.937277+00:00 IST

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Maharashtra: Medical student dies by suicide in Antop Hill

Antop Hill police have registered a case of abetment to suicide against Fuzail Ahmed Khan, 34 yrs, after a medical student, Stuti Sonawane, 24 yrs, allegedly died by suicide at her residence in Wadala East, leaving behind a 6-page suicide note. The case has been registered based on a complaint filed by the deceased victim's father.

2026-03-10T16:58:24.052453+00:00 IST

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Uttarakhand boosts forest fire prevention through awareness camps

During the Question Hour on the second day of the Budget Session in the Assembly today, Forest Minister Subodh Uniyal shared that to eliminate the root cause of fires in pine forests, 5,532 tonnes of pine needles were purchased from villagers in 2025. The target has now been increased to 8,555 tonnes. The government's objective is to collect pine needles so that the chances of forest fires can be reduced to a minimum.

2026-03-10T16:57:47.671240+00:00 IST

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Nadendla Manohar holds teleconference with senior officials

Andhra Pradesh Civil Supplies Minister Nadendla Manohar clarified that there is no shortage of LPG gas in the state and people need not panic unnecessarily.

2026-03-10T16:57:26.606888+00:00 IST

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Govt must explain reports of commercial LPG shortage, says Priyan

Shiv Sena MP Priyanka Chaturvedi on Tuesday questioned the Centre over reports of a shortage of commercial LPG cylinders, asking the government to explain the reasons behind the alleged crisis.

2026-03-10T16:50:58.647964+00:00 IST

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Mamata Banerjee meets CV Ananda Bose

"After concluding our five-day dharna at Dharmatala, I took a moment to personally meet C. V. Ananda Bose, the Hon'ble Ex Governor of West Bengal, ahead of his departure tomorrow," Banerjee wrote.

2026-03-10T16:50:02.555801+00:00 IST

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Assam CM Sarma inaugurates Maharaj Prithu Flyover in Guwahati

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Tuesday inaugurated the Maharaj Prithu Flyover connecting Dighali Pukhuri and Noonmati and dedicated it to the service of the people at a programme held in Guwahati.

2026-03-10T16:44:33.344337+00:00 IST

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No shortage of domestic gas in Uttarakhand: Officials

Ruchi Mohan Rayal, Commissioner of the Food, Civil Supplies and Consumer Affairs Department, Uttarakhand, on Tuesday informed that in view of the current global situation and the ongoing conflict in the Middle East, the state government is closely monitoring the gas supply situation across the state.

2026-03-10T16:43:53.819331+00:00 IST

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Indian Army pays tribute to Sepoy Akshit Sharma

In a post on X, White Knight Corps shared, "GOC, White Knight Corps and all ranks pay solemn homage to Sepoy Akshit Sharma who made the Supreme Sacrifice on 10 Mar 2026 during a training exercise."

2026-03-10T16:25:20.584539+00:00 IST

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Telangana Police launch ‘Op Crackdown’ against mule bank accounts

Telangana Police conducted a statewide enforcement drive titled "Operation Crackdown 1.0" on February 25 to identify and dismantle mule bank account networks facilitating cyber frauds across India.

2026-03-10T16:21:53.799250+00:00 IST

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BJP core meeting on West Bengal set to take place tomorrow

According to party sources, the meeting is likely to be attended by BJP president Nitin Nabin and Union Home Minister Amit Shah. Senior leaders, including West Bengal BJP president Samik Bhattacharya, Union Minister and MP from West Bengal Sukanta Majumdar, MP Biplab Kumar Deb, and BJP national general secretary (organisation) Sunil Bansal, Bengal election incharge Bhupender Yadav, among others, are expected to participate in the discussions.

2026-03-10T16:18:38.901652+00:00 IST

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"We want alternate firewood cooking permission": Durairaj

Amid the ongoing disruptions in the supply of commercial LPG cylinders due to the West Asia conflict, GR Durairaj, State Vice-President of the Tamil Nadu Merchants' Association, is seeking support from the government to revive the struggling hotel industry.

2026-03-10T16:17:53.999775+00:00 IST