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J-K: CRPF personnel celebrate India’s T20WC win in Ramban

Jawans of the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) 84 Battalion stationed at Chanderkote in Ramban district broke into celebration on Sunday night after India lifted the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026 trophy, defending New Zealand national cricket team by a massive 96-run margin.

2026-03-08T23:10:37.257749+00:00 IST

Digvijaya Singh seeks GI tag for MP basmati, warns protest

Former Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister and Rajya Sabha MP Digvijaya Singh has alleged discrimination against farmers in the state over the issue of Geographical Indication (GI) tags for basmati rice and warned of a hunger strike if the state's farmers do not receive the benefits.

2026-03-08T23:09:26.663654+00:00 IST

TMC delegation to meet Election Commission in Kolkata on March 9

The meeting comes during the ongoing visit of the poll panel to review election preparedness in the state ahead of the 2026 West Bengal Assembly elections.

2026-03-08T22:19:14.074992+00:00 IST

Oppn demand "full-fledge" Parliament debate on West Asia

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar is scheduled to make a statement in the Lok Sabha regarding the evolving situation in West Asia. According to the Lok Sabha's list of business issued on Sunday, Jaishankar will brief members on the developments in the region.

2026-03-08T21:48:00.621512+00:00 IST

Political fraternity congratulates Team India on T20WC win

The political fraternity across party lines congratulated Team India after the Men in Blue scripted history by defeating New Zealand in the final of the ICC Men's T20 World Cup at the Narendra Modi Stadium. Leaders from across the country hailed the team's dominant performance, praising the contributions of key players and calling the victory a moment of pride for the nation.

2026-03-08T20:49:06.592981+00:00 IST

BJP MP slams Mamata Banerjee over President event row

BJP MP Ravi Shankar Prasad on Sunday hit out at West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee for allegedly disrespecting President Droupadi Murmu during her state visit, and asked her to stop making controversies about the Constitution being in danger when she cannot even give respect to the President.

2026-03-08T20:16:52.982042+00:00 IST

Union Minister Ravneet Singh Bittu questions Punjab budget

Addressing a press conference here, Bittu alleged that the AAP-led Punjab government's announcement to provide ₹1000 to women during the final phase of its tenure is essentially a way to deceive the people. He stated that the government should instead provide the full amount of ₹60,000 for five years to the women.

2026-03-08T20:16:05.514427+00:00 IST

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MHA activates 24×7 control room, briefs states on LPG supply amid

The move comes in the backdrop of reports indicating public apprehension about a possible restriction in the supply of Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) in the domestic market due to ongoing developments in West Asia.

2026-03-11T17:15:23.301771+00:00 IST

Congress leader Ashok Gehlot slams BJP over LPG shortage

"The deepening crisis in the supply of cooking gas (LPG) in the country due to the war in the Gulf countries is extremely alarming. It is unfortunate that the Modi government remains as negligent and insensitive as ever regarding this potential national crisis. The central government's inability to assess the situation in time is a clear case of 'collective failure'," Gelhot wrote in a post on X.

2026-03-11T17:14:36.845547+00:00 IST

Omar reviews plan for expansion, modernisation of JK JK House

Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Wednesday reviewed plans to establish new JK Houses in Dwarka in the national capital and Mumbai and to revamp existing government properties across several states and Union Territories to strengthen Jammu and Kashmir's presence nationwide.

2026-03-11T17:10:54.539251+00:00 IST

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No confidence motion moved against LS Speaker

Congress MP Mohammad Jawed on Tuesday moved the resolution to table the no-confidence motion against Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla.

2026-03-10T07:15:13.883297+00:00 IST

Samajwadi Party MPs hold ‘potato protest’ outside Parliament

The Samajwadi Party MPs led by Dimple Yadav on Tuesday held a 'potato protest' outside Parliament, demanding fair prices for farmers.

2026-03-10T07:13:20.045151+00:00 IST

Opposition MPs protest outside parliament

The protesters were seen brandishing a large banner with a slogan, "PM is Compromised".

2026-03-10T07:05:16.339971+00:00 IST

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Jasmine prices soar across Tamil Nadu markets

Madurai (Tamil Nadu) [India], Dec 3 (ANI): Untimely rainfall in parts of Tamil Nadu has led to the destruction of a significant quantity of the Jasmine crop, directly affecting the prices of the flower which have soared across markets in the state.

2019-12-03T07:24:48.833717+00:00 IST

Manipuri man brings new invention in the world of handloom industry

New Delhi [India], Nov 29 (ANI): Manipur is known for contributing a great deal to the handloom and handicrafts industry with its distinct cultural aesthetics and traditional fabrics. Realising the rise and potential of the local weavers in the region, a quinquagenarian -- Magha Yambem -- has brought a shift in the age-old practices as he adopted to new!

2019-11-29T12:52:34.712054+00:00 IST

Asansol Railway Police goes 'filmy' with posters on cleanliness

New Delhi [India], Nov 23 (ANI): Asansol's Railway Police Protection Force (RPF) has found a fun way to inform citizens about its new penalty rules, resorting to help from noted film characters from Indian cinema.

2019-11-23T18:16:16.443402+00:00 IST

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Gautam Adani hails Team India's T20WC victory

In a post on X, Adani celebrated the team's performance and singled out key players for their consistency throughout the tournament.

2026-03-08T20:03:53.156414+00:00 IST

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Punjab Minister Aman Arora lauds 'Mavan Dhiyan da Satkar scheme

Punjab Minister Aman Arora on Sunday lauded the monthly cash transfer scheme for women by the Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann-led government as the "world's biggest cash transfer scheme to women."

2026-03-08T20:01:47.672183+00:00 IST

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Countries should raise voice against bullying of US: Khan

Jamat-e-Islami Hind Vice President, Malik Mohtasim Khan, on Sunday said that countries around the world must raise their voice agaisnt the bullying of the United States and Israel after the killing of Iran's Supreme Leader Ayotollah Ali Khamenei during the US-Israel strikes on Iran.

2026-03-08T19:54:31.632443+00:00 IST

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Congress MP Manoj Kumar on President row

The remarks come after President Murmu publicly expressed disappointment with the West Bengal government over the arrangements made for the 9th International Santal Conference in Darjeeling, West Bengal, on Saturday. President Murmu also expressed concern over the absence of representatives of the state government during her visit.

2026-03-08T19:48:59.219697+00:00 IST

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Congress calls alliance in Tamil Nadu "formidable", questions ECI

Congress General Secretary Mukul Wasnik described the alliance in Tamil Nadu as "formidable" and said the party would contest a limited number of seats while fully supporting its allies in other constituencies.

2026-03-08T19:42:37.113668+00:00 IST

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“Excited about Nishant Kumar joining JD(U)”: Shravan Kumar

The development comes amid a major political transition in Bihar, with Nitish Kumar having filed his nomination for the Rajya Sabha earlier this week, signalling the end of his long tenure as the state's Chief Minister.

2026-03-08T19:28:35.273774+00:00 IST

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Rahul Gandhi, Kharge congratulate team India on T20WC win

Leader of Opposition (LoP) in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi and Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge led a chorus of congratulations from political leaders after India clinched the ICC Men's T20 World Cup title, defeating the New Zealand national cricket team in the final at Narendra Modi Stadium on Sunday.

2026-03-08T19:17:53.237242+00:00 IST

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"Organisers are the primary party responsible...": Abhishek

The remarks come after President Murmu had publicly expressed disappointment over the arrangements at the 9th International Santal Conference in Darjeeling, West Bengal, questioning the choice of venue and noting the absence of Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee at the event on Saturday

2026-03-08T18:50:40.400960+00:00 IST

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Opposition to meet on March 9 over no-confidence motion

He said 118 MPs have signed the motion, emphasising that the issue is about the Speaker's neutrality and moral standards, not numbers.

2026-03-08T18:40:18.242146+00:00 IST

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AAP MP Sanjay Singh gives notice of motion to discuss West Asia

The second phase of the Budget Session of Parliament is set to commence on March 9 (Monday).

2026-03-08T18:34:18.435459+00:00 IST

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President was silent while Manipur burned says TMC

TMC National General Secretary and MP Abhishek Banerjee on Sunday recalled several past instances, stating that President Droupadi Murmu remained silent during the three-year-long unrest in Manipur. He also stated that the President was not invited to the Ram Mandir inauguration because of her cast. During the conflict with Pakistan, Banerjee stated that the orders which are supposed to be given by the President are given by US President Donald Trump.

2026-03-08T18:28:54.096955+00:00 IST

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Assam Rifles National Integration Tour team from Nagaland's Bhand

The interaction and educational visit proved both enriching and inspiring, further strengthening the objectives of the National Integration Tour aimed at fostering national integration, awareness and confidence amongst the youth from remote areas, a release stated.

2026-03-08T18:11:49.541512+00:00 IST

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"It has been a challenging task": Nripendra Misra on Ram Mandir

The Chairman of the Ram Temple Construction Committee for the Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra, Nripendra Misra, said on Sunday in an exclusive interview with ANI that the construction of the Ram Janmabhoomi Temple has been a challenging task.

2026-03-08T18:09:11.450000+00:00 IST

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VP Interacts with SHG Members and Lakhpati Didis in Tripura

The programme highlighted the inspiring journeys and success stories of women associated with Self-Help Groups, who have transformed their lives through entrepreneurship and community initiatives

2026-03-08T17:55:35.180585+00:00 IST