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Fire breaks out at private company in Noida

A fire broke out on the third floor of a private company under the Phase 2 police station area in Noida on early Thursday morning, officials said.

2026-03-12T01:15:38.461542+00:00 IST

"How dare your govt demolish houses of poor people?": K Kavitha

"I have one question for Rahul Gandhi: Why did your government in Telangana evacuate landowners? How dare your government enter into private property? How dare your government demolish the houses of poor people? And how dare your ministers lie to the people of Telangana so blatantly for the whole world to see?" Kavitha said while addressing a gathering in Hyderabad.

2026-03-12T01:07:30.796904+00:00 IST

Kerala Congress holds CEC meeting in Delhi

Ahead of the forthcoming Kerala assembly elections, the Congress held its Central Election Committee (CEC) meeting to discuss seat-sharing arrangements and electoral strategy. The CEC meeting concluded in Delhi on Wednesday.

2026-03-12T00:51:10.038488+00:00 IST

Meghalaya govt postpones GHADC elections citing current situation

"Keeping the current prevailing situation in Garo Hills right now and keeping the sentiments of the people in mind, the government of Meghalaya has decided to postpone the Garo Hills Autonomous District Council elections. We will sit and decide on how to further take this procedure forward. But till then, the decision has been made to postpone the elections," Sangma said in a video message.

2026-03-12T00:39:36.782036+00:00 IST

Vaiko announces MDMK's contest on four seats

Marumalarchi Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (MDMK) chief Vaiko said that his party will contest four seats in the upcoming Tamil Nadu assembly elections and expressed confidence that the Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK)-led alliance will secure a sweeping victory on nearly 200 seats.

2026-03-12T00:38:36.831884+00:00 IST

Discussions held on over 100 seats at BJP's core committee meet..

According to the sources, the leaders discussed more than a hundred seats for the candidate list. They also discussed election strategy, campaigning, roadmap, slogans, and other aspects of the upcoming polls.

2026-03-12T00:05:54.739844+00:00 IST

"War reached every kitchen in country": CPI(M) MP John Brittas

"The PM's rhetoric in Kerala is far from the reality that the country is facing. The war has reached every kitchen in this country. Restaurants are closing due to a shortage. This is affecting every sector. The assurance of the govt was that there was ample stock. Today, there is an actual crisis because of the negligence of this govt. One crore Indians are in Gulf countries, and we are concerned about their safety and livelihood. War has created hardship for them. We want the government to take proactive measures," he told ANI.

2026-03-11T23:39:54.443055+00:00 IST

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Accused in Farooq Abdullah firing case sent to 5-day custody

Counsel for the accused, Arvind Singh, expressed opposition to the police remand. He stated that a weapon had already been recovered in the matter and that the probe was nearing completion, as eyewitnesses had already been recorded.

2026-03-12T14:00:21.898596+00:00 IST

TMC's jibe at Centre amid LPG crisis due to West Asia conflict

In an 'X' post, TMC said the government has "ek hi naara, line mein rahe desh bechara," pointing to past governmental measures including demonetisation, the COVID-19 vaccine rollout, the Special Identification Registration (SIR), and now the LPG shortage. The party described demonetisation as a "Tughlaqi farman" that forced ordinary citizens to wait in serpentine queues outside banks and ATMs for days to access their own money. The post also highlighted the 2020 COVID-19 oxygen crisis, when families stood in long lines outside hospitals and suppliers as the public health system collapsed.

2026-03-12T13:59:43.554464+00:00 IST

Delimitation schedule released for 3 urban bodies in Himachal

As per the schedule, the draft proposal for the delimitation of wards will be published on March 12. Residents of the concerned municipal areas can submit objections or suggestions till March 19.

2026-03-12T13:54:57.372274+00:00 IST

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Telangana: K Kavitha's son joins indefinite hunger strike

Telangana Jagruthi President Kalvakuntla Kavitha is continuing her indefinite hunger strike demanding house site allocations for the victims of Velugumatla.

2026-03-11T17:35:42.396900+00:00 IST

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

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Manipur: Police use drones for surveillance in Ukhrul for LS poll

In view of the second phase of the Lok Sabha which is set to start on Friday, police used drones for surveillance in Ukhrul district.

2024-04-26T00:15:33.470015+00:00 IST

"Jungly Glow Up": First-of-its-kind festival prioritises wellness

Ananaya Bhandare, founder of Jungly Delights, said that they wanted to show that wellness is fun and it's not something that one is forced to do.

2024-03-31T13:55:25.045102+00:00 IST

Andhra: Shrimp and seafood processing providing better income

The employment and income for women in Andhra Pradesh have grown vastly in the last decade with the spurt in shrimp farming and processing.

2024-03-18T16:55:29.498628+00:00 IST

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Congress approaches NCW over ‘sexist remarks’ by Punjab CM

In a letter addressed to NCW Chairperson Vijaya Kishore Rahatkar, Leader of Opposition (LoP) in Punjab Assembly Partap Singh Bajwa urged the commission to take immediate cognizance of the matter and initiate action against the Chief Minister.

2026-03-11T23:21:08.488754+00:00 IST

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"MK Stalin, Udhayanidhi have looted Tamil Nadu": Piyush Goyal

"We are forming the government in Tamil Nadu, and we have decided to work together to defeat the DMK. PM Modi has given us a clear direction. Double-engine government in Delhi and the NDA government in Tamil Nadu. Together, we will transform Tamil Nadu and will make it a very good state. We will eliminate corruption and the loot of the DMK and the Stalin family," Goyal told reporters in Tiruchirappalli.

2026-03-11T23:12:16.943699+00:00 IST

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Air India, Air India Express to operate 58 flights to West Asia

The two carriers will also operate their respective scheduled services to and from Jeddah and Muscat with a total of 10 flights to and from Jeddah, and 08 scheduled flights to and from Muscat operated by Air India Express.

2026-03-11T22:29:44.977051+00:00 IST

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Meghalaya cabinet to review GHADC poll delay amid tensions

Amid rising tensions in the Garo Hills region, Meghalaya Deputy Chief Minister Prestone Tynsong on Wednesday announced that the state cabinet will convene on Thursday to deliberate on the future course of action following the Government's decision to postpone the elections to the Garo Hills Autonomous District Council (GHADC).

2026-03-11T22:23:02.102953+00:00 IST

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J-K Congress president condemns firing at Farooq Abdullah

"Strongly condemn the shocking firing incident on former CM Farooq Abdullah sb & other senior leaders reported in Jammu today. Such acts of violence are deeply disturbing and raise serious concerns about the prevailing security scenario in the region," Karra posted on X.

2026-03-11T21:55:11.838242+00:00 IST

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"Man placed revolver on Farooq Abdullah's back, but missed": NC

"He (Farooq Abdullah) was attending a function. We were all with them. When we were departing from the function, a man came from behind, and he ran very fast and placed his revolver on the back of Doctor Sahib (Farooq Abdullah), and he fired, but his shot missed. The people who were with Doctor Sahib's (Farooq Abdullah) security people caught him in a moment, made him fall, pressed him, and, with great difficulty, we took the pistol from him. Then we left from there and came back home," Jan told ANI.

2026-03-11T21:06:23.061175+00:00 IST

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Goverment tries to suppress the voice of opposition: Channi

Participating in debate on opposition resolution for removal of Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla, he said tere are "many instances in history and our traditions that teach us the importance of propriety and justice".

2026-03-11T20:53:45.348264+00:00 IST

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PM Modi attacks DMK in Tamil Nadu rally

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday launched a strong attack on ruling DMK in poll-bound Tamil Nadu and accused it of dynastic politics, "scientific corruption model" and said people have made up their minds for a change in the state.

2026-03-11T20:34:48.118511+00:00 IST

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"Assassination attempt foiled": Omar Abdullah on attack on father

"Allah is kind. My father had a very close shave. The details are sketchy at the moment but what is known is that a man with a loaded pistol was asked to get within range to discharge shot. It was only the close protection team that deflected the shot & ensured that the assassination attempt was foiled. There are more questions than answers at the moment including but not limited to how someone was able to get this close to a Z+ NSG protected former CM," Omar Abdullah posted on X.

2026-03-11T20:06:07.116547+00:00 IST

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Firing incident at function attended by Farooq Abdullah in Jammu

The police informed that the firing incident occurred during a function held at a marriage venue in the city. Authorities said that a man suspected of opening fire was promptly taken into custody, and further investigation into the matter is underway.

2026-03-11T18:35:44.885226+00:00 IST

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Celebrated state's silver jubilee under leadership of PM: Dhami

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Wednesday said that celebrating the state's silver jubilee and hosting events related to the G20 Summit were moments of great pride for Uttarakhand.

2026-03-11T18:09:25.290094+00:00 IST

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Himachal Minister Vikramaditya Singh meets Nitin Gadkari

The meeting revolved around accelerating key road, bridge and tunnel projects in Himachal Pradesh, strengthening all-weather connectivity and ensuring that the State's fragile hill areas receive robust and safe infrastructure support from the Union Government.

2026-03-11T17:59:51.491654+00:00 IST

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Enforcement wing of CAF & CS Department Cracks Down on Illegal Co

The Enforcement wing of CAF & Civil Supplies Department is conducting widespread search and seizure operations to crack down on the illegal commercial diversion and pilferage of domestic LPG cylinders, an official statement said.

2026-03-11T17:46:46.345065+00:00 IST

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Eight-month-old infant kidnapped in Delhi’s Khajuri Khas rescued

An eight-month-old infant who was allegedly kidnapped from the Khajuri Khas area in northeast Delhi was rescued by police within days, with a couple arrested in connection with the crime, officials said.

2026-03-11T17:44:56.260869+00:00 IST