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He emphasised that health institutions where 80 per cent of construction work is complete should have their pending works expedited immediately and made ready for inauguration. For institutions where 50 per cent work is done, proposals related to manpower should be submitted without delay

IndiGo will start levying fuel surcharges ranging from Rs 425 to Rs 2,300 on domestic and international flight tickets from March 14, citing a steep surge in aviation turbine fuel prices due to the ongoing US-Israel-Iran war

Addressing a media briefing, Sujata Sharma said the government has taken several measures to ensure continuous availability of LPG for households

In a clarification, the MEA stated that the viral claim is completely fake and has no basis in fact. The MEA urged citizens to remain cautious and not fall for misleading information being shared online

State Congress chief Harshwardhan Sapkal accused the BJP government at the Centre of pushing common citizens into the deep pit of inflation by raising LPG prices by Rs 60 per kg. He demanded that the hike be rolled back immediately and called on PM Modi to hold discussions with all stakeholders

Officials said the email, received on Friday, claimed that there was a plan to blow up the Assembly complex, prompting authorities to initiate immediate security checks

In a post on social media platform X, Jaishankar confirmed the conversation and said the discussions covered both bilateral and multilateral issues

In an advisory shared on social media, Delhi Police said that fraudsters are circulating suspicious links and impersonating gas agency representatives in an attempt to steal personal and financial details

The warning was highlighted in an interview shared by the UAE Public Prosecution featuring Khalid Al Madhani, who stressed the importance of responsible information sharing in the digital age

The soldier has been identified as Chief Warrant Officer Arnaud Frion of the 7th Battalion of Chasseurs Alpins. In a message posted on X, Macron said Frion died for France during the attack and expressed condolences to his family and fellow soldiers

The US has issued a temporary waiver allowing the purchase of Russian crude and petroleum products already at sea, freeing around 20 million barrels for immediate distribution. This move comes as global oil prices surpass USD 100 per barrel

Two loud blasts rattled buildings in Dubai after air defences intercepted an incoming attack, sending debris into a central district, authorities said

The Union Ministry of Civil Aviation said that it is closely monitoring the situation in West Asia and its impact on air travel between India and countries in the region

Leaders from BJP and Shiv Sena inlcluding Milind Deora, Naresh Mhaske and Ravi Kishan accused opposition parties of spreading rumours about energy shortages and urged citizens to remain calm

Many bird species travel thousands of kilometres along this route every year, depending on wetlands, forests and coastal habitats across several countries

The IMD said that light rain was expected in Uttarakhand until March 14, followed by more widespread rainfall and snowfall on March 15 and 16. The weather activity was likely to increase again in parts of the country between March 15 and March 18

The Cuban government said it will free 51 inmates in the coming days, saying the move reflects goodwill and its relationship with the Vatican. Authorities did not reveal the identities of those to be released

An American military refuelling plane taking part in the operation against Iran crashed in Iraq and rescue efforts were underway, US Central Command said Thursday. It was not immediately clear if there were any casualties

A 25-year-old woman was found dead in a hotel room in North Delhi`s Lahori Gate area in the intervening night of March 11 and 12, police said. According to Delhi Police, around 12:30 am, staff of Prince Hotel located at SPM T-point on Church Mission Road

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday held a conversation with Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian to discuss the deteriorating security situation in the Gulf region amid the ongoing conflict in West Asia, backed by the US, involving Iran and Israel

The Congress slammed the Modi government for staying silent on the US-Israel assassination of Irans Supreme Leader Ayatollah Khamenei, accusing it of avoiding parliamentary debate and prioritising ties with the US and Israel over regional accountability

Speaking to reporters after meeting industrial associations and factory owners in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar, the minister said the state would raise issues includuing export finance, banking challenges and fuel supply with the central government

Khamenei did not appear on camera, and an Israeli assessment indicates he was wounded in the wars opening salvo

Richard Kahn, who worked closely with Epstein for years and now serves as an executor of his estate, appeared for the closed-door deposition on Capitol Hill

On Day 13 of the war, Tehran says ceasefire hinges on recognition of its rights, reparations for damage and global guarantees against future attacks

The two sessions evoked international attention as they were held in the midst of turmoil over the US-Iran war

But he still needs to make sure that the people of India are protected and our energy security is managed by us

Rescue teams broke windows to evacuate them, police said

The design will be used across all creatives of the festival: posters, billboards, cinema slides and paraphernalia

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Konkan Railway officials conducted a two-day pre-monsoon inspection across the 741-km route covering Maharashtra, Goa and Karnataka, reviewing tracks, bridges, tunnels, slopes and landslide-prone zones to ensure infrastructure readiness and safe train operations during the upcoming southwest monsoon

During a weekly media briefing in New Delhi, MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said the government is closely monitoring the evolving situation and has taken several steps to support Indian citizens currently in Iran

In Maharashtra`s Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar, the ongoing commercial LPG cylinder shortagetriggered by West Asia geopolitical tensionshas forced many restaurants to curtail menus, switch to low-flame or traditional cooking methods like wood/coal-fired stoves, or shut down temporarily

More than 190 MPs, including 130 from the Lok Sabha and 63 from the Rajya Sabha, have signed notices seeking the removal of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar. The Opposition-backed motion is expected to be submitted in Parliament soon

According to Rohit Pawar, the meeting focused on concerns regarding the investigation into the incident and the absence of a First Information Report (FIR) in the case so far

The minister said the government has taken several measures to stabilise supply and prevent disruptions amid rising concerns over fuel availability, stressing that ensuring uninterrupted LPG access for households remains the top priority

The inflation rate is based on the revised Consumer Price Index (CPI) series with 2024 as the base year, which was introduced earlier this year to improve the accuracy and representation of consumption patterns in the country

Amul Managing Director Jayen Mehta confirmed that supplies to the Gulf market remain consistent despite the ongoing conflict, with the central government prioritising 80 per cent of Amul`s gas requirements to ensure uninterrupted dairy plant operations

In a post on social media platform X, the Dubai Government Media Office wrote: A minor incident caused by debris from a successful interception that fell onto the facade of a building on Sheikh Zayed Road

The 12 nights and 13 days tour will depart from Mumbai on April 26, 2026, and return on May 8, 2026. The package is being organised by IRCTCs West Zone office in Mumbai, which will act as the nodal centre for coordinating and managing the tour operations

The Regional Meteorological Centre at Alipore has forecast scattered showers in Kolkata and several south Bengal districts including Howrah, Hooghly, Purulia, Bankura and Murshidabad till Tuesday, with rain alerts issued for 12 districts

Thousands of Chennai auto-rickshaw drivers are facing severe LPG and CNG shortages linked to the West Asia conflict, with nearly 25 per cent of gas-run autos unable to refuel on Tuesday and long queues forming at fuel stations. LPG prices have surged from Rs 59.41 per kg to Rs 70-80 per kg at private outlets

Three tiger cubs have been born to tigress ST-17 in the Sariska Tiger Reserve in Rajasthan, increasing the big cat population in the reserve to 53. Officials said the cubs were spotted through camera traps in the Akbarpur range

According to FSSAI, it has come to notice that several milk producers who are not members of dairy cooperative societies and many milk vendors are operating without registering themselves or obtaining the required licence

The semi-high-speed train service has transported more than 5.72 lakh passengers since its launch, reflecting strong demand and growing popularity among travellers

A loud explosion was reported in Dubai as tensions in the West Asia escalated. According to reports, smoke was seen rising over a residential area while blasts were also heard over Jerusalem following missiles reportedly fired from Iran

Around 593 fishermen from Tamil Nadu working in Iran and neighbouring West Asian countries are stranded due to the ongoing regional conflict, officials said

RJD National Working President Tejashwi Yadav launched a sharp attack on the Nitish Kumar-led government, alleging that Bihar remains the poorest state in the country despite 21 years of NDA rule, leading in migration, crime, corruption, unemployment, and multidimensional poverty

Farooq Abdullah narrowly escaped an assassination attempt after security personnel intervened at a wedding event. The accused, Kamal Singh, has been detained and is being questioned by Jammu and Kashmir Police, while Omar Abdullah raised concerns over security lapses

The vessel, identified as MT SafeSea Vishnu, was reportedly struck by an explosive-laden unmanned speedboat while operating in the region. Fifteen other Indian crew members on board were rescued and are safe, officials said on Thursday