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Pakistan an enemy, should be treated so as one: Randhawa on T20

Congress MP Sukhjinder Singh Randhawa on Sunday called out the high-octane India-Pakistan clash in the ICC T20 World Cup, noting that the neighbour had historically been an "enemy country" to India and should be treated that way only.

2026-02-15T05:55:28.457012+00:00 IST

Devotees offer prayers at Shiva temples across Rishikesh

Devotees were seen standing in long queues in several temples, including the revered Neelkanth Mahadev Temple, to offer water, milk, fruits, flowers and other sacred offerings to Lord Shiva.

2026-02-15T05:36:26.994558+00:00 IST

J-K: ‘March for Unity’ held in Kupwara to honour Pulwama attack

Children also participated in the march held on Saturday to express solidarity and remembrance of the fallen soldiers who lost their lives in the attack.

2026-02-15T05:25:01.994072+00:00 IST

Rahul Gandhi extends warm wishes on Mahashivaratri

"To all fellow countrymen, heartfelt wishes on Mahashivaratri. By the grace of Shiv-Shakti, may your life always be filled with happiness, peace, and prosperity. Har Har Mahadev," Gandhi, Leader of Opposition (LoP) Lok Sabha, wrote on X.

2026-02-15T05:22:36.465522+00:00 IST

Yogi Adityanath performs Rudrabhishek at Gorakhnath temple

CM Yogi also extended heartfelt wishes for Mahashivratri, offering his prayers to devotees gathered at the Triveni Sangam in Tirtharaj Prayag for the holy dip.

2026-02-15T05:15:21.153038+00:00 IST

Delhi CM offers prayers at Shrinathji Temple in Rajasthan

Speaking to the ANI, Rekha Gupta expressed, "Today, on the occasion of Mahashivratri, I feel incredibly fortunate to have had the opportunity to offer prayers to Lord Shrinathji. I am filled with a profound sense of peace and joy. "

2026-02-15T05:13:45.464607+00:00 IST

Krishna River witnesses influx of devotees taking holy dip

Vijayawada ACP Durga Rao ensured that the precautions were being taken by the Temple authorities, the Police department, and other District authorities.

2026-02-15T05:05:42.602228+00:00 IST

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India, Finland elevate ties to strategic partnership

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Finland President Alexander Stubb have agreed to elevate bilateral relations to a Strategic Partnership in Digitalisation and Sustainability.

2026-03-05T23:07:06.752114+00:00 IST

Sukhoi Su-30MKI crashes in Assam’s Karbi Anglong district : IAF

"The Su-30MKI which was on a training mission, crashed in the area of Karbi Anglong, Assam, approx 60 km from Jorhat. Search operations are underway," said IAF.

2026-03-05T22:10:10.209872+00:00 IST

India, Finland aim to double bilateral trade by 2030

PM Modi held a bilateral meeting with the Finnish President at the Hyderabad House in New Delhi on Thursday.

2026-03-05T20:09:22.731761+00:00 IST

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Ajit Pawar had made all preparations to present Budget: Fadnavis

Speaking to reporters in Mumbai, the Chief Minister said that Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar had made all preparations for the Budget presentation. Fadnavis emphasised that the groundwork was laid by Ajit Pawar. He expressed full confidence in Sunetra Pawar, stating she would fulfil the role with the same dedication as "Dada" (Ajit Pawar).

2026-02-23T00:21:23.630865+00:00 IST

DMK government is a "failure model": Edappadi K Palaniswami

AIADMK Chief Edappadi K Palaniswami on Sunday launched a scathing attack on the DMK government in Tamil Nadu, blending sharp financial allegations with a sweeping 'welfare blitz' aimed at the upcoming elections.

2026-02-22T22:30:10.677963+00:00 IST

“End of politics of terrorism, hooliganism near in Bengal”: Gupta

Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Sunday launched a sharp attack on West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee, asserting that the "end of the politics of terrorism, hooliganism and greed is coming" in the state.

2026-02-22T22:12:15.086639+00:00 IST

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PM Modi extends Mahashivratri greetings to people

In an 'X' post, the Prime Minister invoked the blessings of Lord Shiva, emphasising that the divine grace of Lord Shiva brings peace, prosperity, and spiritual strength to individuals and the nation.

2026-02-15T04:59:50.776506+00:00 IST

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PM Modi extends birthday wishes to Hardeep Singh Puri

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday extended birthday greetings to Union Minister of Petroleum and Natural Gas and former Diplomat Hardeep Singh Puri, lauding his efforts towards strengthening India's self-reliance in the petroleum and natural gas sectors.

2026-02-15T04:58:49.939273+00:00 IST

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"India will never accept distorted history": BJP’s Ramchander Rao

"By glorifying Tipu Sultan by the AIMIM party is something to distort the history. Everyone knows that Tipu Sultan was responsible for persecuting many Hindus in the areas of Karnataka, Mysore and other places. His deeds have always been seen as anti-Hindu. The AIMIM party is trying to glorify him, and they are trying to even make him a larger figure than Veer Savarkar," Rao told ANI.

2026-02-15T04:55:31.672781+00:00 IST

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Security forces arrest KKYL member in Thoubal

The arrested accused has been identified as Khumanthem Santosh Meitei (36), alias Kanta.

2026-02-15T04:38:26.881750+00:00 IST

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CM Yogi addresses public grievances during 'Janta Darshan'

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Sunday organised 'Janta Darshan' in Gorakhpur, during which he heard grievances of the people.

2026-02-15T04:33:45.282312+00:00 IST

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Defence Minister Rajnath Singh extend Mahashivaratri greetings

Singh is scheduled to visit Coimbatore to participate in the Mahashivaratri festivities at the Isha Yoga Centre later today. Taking to X, he wrote, "On the auspicious occasion of Mahashivratri, I extend my heartfelt greetings to everyone. Today, I shall be at Isha Yoga Center in Coimbatore to attend the 'Maha Shivratri' celebrations. Looking forward to it."

2026-02-15T04:32:55.770948+00:00 IST

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Hirakud International Half Marathon at iconic Hirakud Dam

Around 15,000 elite and amateur runners from across India, including foreigners from several other countries, participated in the marathon.

2026-02-15T04:29:18.390006+00:00 IST

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Uttarakhand CM Dhami extend wishes on Mahashivratri

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Sunday extended heartfelt wishes to the people of the state on the occasion of Mahashivratri.

2026-02-15T04:28:38.914770+00:00 IST

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TN: DMK's Krishnamurthy sentenced to three years jail

The case stemmed from a public meeting organised by the Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam at Krishnamoorthy Hall in Erukkancheri on June 16, 2023. In his speech, Sivaji allegedly used abusive and derogatory language while referring to the TN Governor RN Ravi, actor-turned-politician Khushbu Sundar, Leader of the Opposition Edappadi K. Palaniswami, former BJP state president K. Annamalai and former minister D. Jayakumar.

2026-02-15T04:21:33.906423+00:00 IST

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Mor Mukut tied at main peak of Baba Baidyanath Dham

Devotees thronged the temple in large numbers, offering prayers and expressing their wishes, saying, "May the blessings of Mahadev be upon us all and we all live with happiness and joy. It is my good fortune that I am offering prayers at the temple on the occasion of Maha Shivratri," a devotee said.

2026-02-15T04:21:24.731536+00:00 IST

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Respect sentiments, but show leadership: Khurshid on India-Pak

Following the drama surrounding Pakistan's boycott of the high-octane fixture with India in the ICC Men's T20 World Cup, Senior Congress leader Salman Khurshid said that while public sentiments must be respected regarding the upcoming clash, leadership must also show direction and act with responsibility.

2026-02-15T03:50:00.948749+00:00 IST

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Prayagraj: High alert as lakhs take holy dip on Mahashivratri

Magh Mela officer Rishi Raj said, "Today is the last 'snan parv' of the Magh Mela, and devotees are coming in large numbers to take a holy dip on the occasion of Mahashivratri. 2026. 10 lakh devotees have already taken a holy dip. The administration has made proper arrangements.

2026-02-15T03:43:55.106281+00:00 IST

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Manipur police arrests two for mobile thefts

The Manipur Police on Saturday nabbed two individuals involved in a series of mobile thefts, cyber frauds, and related crimes across Senapati, Imphal, and other areas.

2026-02-15T03:31:45.952280+00:00 IST

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Mahashivaratri: Devotees flock to Shiva temples across Delhi

At the Gauri Shankar Temple in Chandni Chowk, long queues of devotees were observed waiting for darshan. Aarti was also performed at Shri Aadya Katyayani Shaktipith Mandir in Chhatarpur, while devotees offered prayers at Baba Vishweshwar Nath Temple.

2026-02-15T03:25:16.909275+00:00 IST