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Parents seek urgent evacuation of Indian students from Iran

Parents of Indian students currently studying in Iran met with the Divisional Commissioner of Kashmir on Saturday, seeking urgent intervention for the safe return of their children, the release said.

2026-03-07T14:20:50.386468+00:00 IST

Actor-Politician Vijay announces poll promises ahead of elections

Addressing party workers ahead of International Women's Day, Vijay said his party would provide six free LPG cylinders per year to every family, increase the women's rights allowance to Rs 2,500 per month, and create a separate department for women, children, and the elderly under his direct supervision.

2026-03-07T14:04:24.488347+00:00 IST

Maharashtra Dy CM Sunetra Pawar inaugurates Mahila Sanman Portal

The Deputy CM further stated that the initiative reflects the vision of late Ajit Pawar, who dreamt of women's safety, education and equal opportunities.

2026-03-07T14:03:13.633567+00:00 IST

Menstrual hygiene drive at 2 Namo Bharat stations

A two-day awareness campaign on menstrual health and hygiene has been launched at two Namo Bharat corridor stations to celebrate the 115th edition of International Women's Day (IWD) as a call to action for accelerating gender equality, the release said.

2026-03-07T13:49:58.667657+00:00 IST

PDP chief seeks release of detained protestors

Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) chief Mehbooba Mufti on Saturday urged the authorities in Jammu and Kashmir police to release protesters from the Shia Community who were detained across the Valley for participating in protests following the reported martyrdom of Ayatollah Ali Khameini.

2026-03-07T13:45:56.631349+00:00 IST

Pensioners to hold nationwide protest from March 9

Pensioners from across the country will stage a three-day protest at Jantar Mantar from March 9 to March 11, demanding an increase in the minimum pension under the Employees' Pension Scheme (EPS-95).

2026-03-07T13:41:17.413960+00:00 IST

Amit Shah, Uttarakhand CM Dhami attend BJP core committee meeting

Union Home Minister Amit Shah and Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Saturday participated in the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) Core Committee meeting in Haridwar.

2026-03-07T13:27:26.886574+00:00 IST

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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

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

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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"Rahul Gandhi a failed LoP": Piyush Goyal slams Congress

Union Minister Piyush Goyal on Monday strongly criticised the Congress for demanding a discussion on the West Asia conflict while having a debate on the No Confidence Motion against Lok Sabha Speaker already scheduled.

2026-03-09T09:19:25.785625+00:00 IST

'Commission misguided by BJP:' TMC delegation alleges disrespect during its meeting with ECI amid S

A Trinamool Congress (TMC) delegation met with Election Commission of India (ECI) officials, including Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar, in Kolkata on Monday, amid ongoing controversy surrounding the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls in West Bengal.

2026-03-09T09:18:12.103088+00:00 IST

CPI state Secretary dismisses CC Mukundan 'payment seat' claim

Communist Party of India (Marxist) State Secretary Binoy Viswam on Monday dismissed allegations of "payment seats" within the party, following sharp criticism from sitting MLA CC Mukundan over the denial of a seat in the Nattika constituency.

2026-03-09T08:45:04.951598+00:00 IST

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Problem of mobile network in rural areas of Leh

Leh (J&K) [India], June 30 (ANI): Internet and mobile phone connectivity is an integral part of our lives nowadays. One cannot imagine their life without a mobile phone or the Internet and not being connected with our loved ones even living far away from home.

2019-06-30T17:27:14.600460+00:00 IST

Himalayan Rikshaw run concludes in Shimla

Shimla (Himachal Pradesh) [India], June 30 (ANI): As many as fifteen teams of Auto rickshaw concluded Himalayan Rickshaw run in Shimla on Saturday. Over three dozen adventurists from different nations participated in the ride which started on June 23 from Leh.

2019-06-30T07:29:17.619815+00:00 IST

In drought-hit Bundelkhand, village returns to age-old water conservation techniques

Banda (Uttar Pradesh) [India], June 24 (ANI): While most parts of Bundelkhand is reeling under severe water crisis, a village in the drought-hit Banda district of UP has gone back to traditional conservation techniques to revive existing water bodies and is serving as a role model to others.

2019-06-24T14:01:08.826722+00:00 IST

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Woman moves SC challenging pre-arrest bail to Mamkootathil

The plea seeking cancellation of the anticipatory bail granted to the MLA. The complainant has contended that the High Court erred in granting protection from arrest despite the seriousness of the allegations and the ongoing stage of investigation.

2026-03-07T13:21:10.723336+00:00 IST

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UP CM inaugurates Yatharth Super Speciality Hospital in Agra

Addressing a gathering at the event, the Chief Minister extended his best wishes to the hospital group and highlighted the significance of the facility being the group's eighth hospital.

2026-03-07T13:21:06.922589+00:00 IST

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Tamil Nadu: OPS hails supporters joining DMK today

After inspecting the event venue, O Panneerselvam, who joined DMK just last week ahead of the upcoming assembly elections, said that Chief Minister MK Stalin will grace the induction ceremony.

2026-03-07T13:20:47.480560+00:00 IST

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Solar Defence announces Rs 12,800 crore investment

Solar Defence and Aerospace Limited on Saturday announced an investment of over Rs. 12,800 crore in projects related to the manufacturing of robots, UAVs of different sizes and types, along with long-range missiles.

2026-03-07T13:18:52.384937+00:00 IST

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"We demand an encounter...": Uttam Nagar victim's brother

Arun Kumar, elder brother of the deceased on Saturday demanded an encounter after the death of his brother Tarun Kumar during a clash that erupted in the Uttam Nagar area of New Delhi during Holi celebrations.

2026-03-07T13:12:41.762650+00:00 IST

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BJP is completely taking control in Bihar: UP Congress President

Referring to the political weakening of Shiv Sena in Maharashtra and Akali Dal in Punjab, Rai implied that the BJP is following a similar pattern in Bihar. He further accused the JD(U) of becoming a "stooge of the BJP."

2026-03-07T13:10:43.431578+00:00 IST

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130 maoists surrender with weapons in presence of Telangana CM

As many as 130 Maoists surrendered along with 124 sophisticated weapons before the government in the presence of the Chief Minister at the Integrated Command and Control Centre (ICCC) in Hyderabad on Saturday.

2026-03-07T13:09:28.583711+00:00 IST

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HC to hear plea on demolition of Silkyara rescue hero’s house

The petition has been filed through Advocate Subhashchandran KR, alleging illegal demolition of the family's house in North East Delhi.

2026-03-07T13:05:37.844361+00:00 IST

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Himachal Kisan Congress leader resigns from organisational posts

Former Himachal Pradesh Kisan Congress Chief Spokesperson Kanwar Ravinder Singh on Saturday resigned from his organisational posts along with four more leaders, alleging biased appointments by the party's state leadership and claiming that party workers are finding it difficult to meet Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu.

2026-03-07T12:58:11.613273+00:00 IST

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PM Modi to inaugurate 3 new Delhi Metro lines on Mar 8

Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Saturday said the continuous expansion of the Delhi Metro network will transform connectivity in the national capital and give a major push to clean public transport.

2026-03-07T12:46:19.777881+00:00 IST

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Haridwar: Amit Shah inaugurates ‘Nootan Nyaya Sanhita’ exhibition

The exhibition aims to spread awareness and highlight the effective implementation of the new criminal laws introduced by the Government of India, Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS), and Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam (BSA).

2026-03-07T12:43:55.341932+00:00 IST

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Andhra CM Naidu flags falling birth rates in South India

According to the Andhra Pradesh CMO, CM Naidu said, "Some countries are already facing an ageing problem. India still has the advantage of a demographic dividend, which will remain up to 2047. India's replacement fertility rate is 2.1, and currently it is around 2.2. But in South India, we are around 1.5 - far below the replacement level."

2026-03-07T12:28:51.192641+00:00 IST

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Women to lead India’s ‘Viksit Bharat’ journey: ASG Chetan Sharma

Women are destined to play a leading role in India's journey towards becoming a developed nation, said Chetan Sharma, Additional Solicitor General of India, while addressing a conference titled "Celebrating Women Leadership" in the national capital on Saturday.

2026-03-07T12:27:46.449464+00:00 IST

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AAP slams Centre over Rs 60 hike in domestic LPG cylinder price

"Is the Modi government running the country, making decisions for the country, or are decisions being made elsewhere and imposed on India? Who is making the decisions? Modi, where are you hiding? Let someone else step forward who can at least make decisions for the good of the country. Modi, don't put people's interests at risk like this. The entire country is currently confused about whether to demand a price reduction from Modi or from US President Trump", he added.

2026-03-07T12:15:22.685448+00:00 IST