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Tejashwi Yadav alleged that Nitish Kumar resigned from his MLC post due to pressure from the Bharatiya Janata Party. The move follows Kumars election to the Rajya Sabha, as opposition leaders accused the ruling alliance of misleading the public
A fire broke out at an oil refinery in Haifa following a suspected missile strike during the ongoing conflict between Israel and Iran. The blaze, which sent thick smoke into the air, was quickly contained, though the exact cause remains unclear
Sikkim has set up 24x7 LPG control rooms across districts to ensure smooth distribution and prevent black marketing amid concerns linked to the Strait of Hormuz situation. Oil companies, including IOCL, HPCL and BPCL, will coordinate with the government
Israels Knesset passed a key budget, allowing Benjamin Netanyahus government to avoid early elections and continue its term. The move drew criticism from opposition leaders like Yair Lapid, who slammed the allocation priorities amid ongoing conflicts and rising costs
PM Modi said that the state saw a long span of instability but things changed over the past decade as the party`s double-engine government made every effort to ensure peace
Iran carried out new strikes targeting a water desalination plant in Kuwait, following attacks over the weekend on its own electrical infrastructure that caused power outages in parts of Tehran. Meanwhile, Saudi Arabia stated it had intercepted five ballistic missiles
US President Donald Trump indicated that humanitarian needs in Cuba outweigh concerns over the origin of the shipment, including if it comes from Russia
Indias total primary energy supply grew 2.95 per cent, driven by coal and a huge rise in renewable energy potential, especially solar. Per-capita energy use and electricity generation from renewable sources also increased, while credit flow to the energy sector grew six-fold over four years
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman clarified in the Lok Sabha that banks cannot see or record the contents of customer lockers, making it impossible to provide differential insurance based on actual valuables
The accused, Kiran Mule, absconded after the attack, which occurred in Kada town in Ashti tehsil on Sunday night. Police teams have been formed to track him down, an official added
Airline officials stated that shortly after the flight took off, the passenger attempted to open the aircraft door. Cabin crew members quickly intervened, pacified him, and ensured he returned to his seat
Kiren Rijiju alleged that the Trinamool Congress is attempting to manipulate elections in West Bengal, raising concerns with the Election Commission of India. He accused Mamata Banerjee of fostering fear and intimidation, while the Commission assured steps to ensure free and fair polls
Opposition parties staged a walkout in the Rajya Sabha after BJP MP K Laxman alleged misuse of OBC reservation on religious grounds. J P Nadda criticised the move, accusing the opposition of avoiding debate and disrespecting parliamentary processes
Israels Knesset is set to vote on a controversial bill proposing the death penalty for Palestinians convicted of killing Israelis. Championed by Itamar Ben-Gvir under the government of Benjamin Netanyahu, the proposal has drawn criticism from rights groups and legal experts
JSW MG Motor India will increase prices of select vehicles by up to 2 pc starting April 1, citing rising input costs. The hike will apply to its mainline models, excluding premium EVs like MG M9 and MG Cyberster, while its lineup continues to span from MG Comet EV to MG Gloster
Twelve peace agreements were signed by the government with various organisations in the northeast, Modi said while addressing BJP booth-level workers in poll-bound Assam as part of the Mera Booth, Sabse Mazboot Samvaad initiative. The programme aims to convey messages directly to party activists ahead of the polls
US President Donald Trump said over 500 political prisoners have been released in Belarus since last year, crediting talks led by his envoy and cooperation from President Alexander Lukashenko
According to the police, the accused procured a knife online, dismembered the body, stored some parts in a refrigerator, and burnt the head and hands at a vacant place near Adavivaram on Sunday
The Leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha, claimed that the party was facing a combination of CPI(M) and BJP in the April 9 Assembly elections
The BJP delegation that met the ECI officials included Union ministers Kiren Rijiju and Piyush Goyal, BJP leader Sukanta Majumdar, and party chief spokesperson Anil Baluni
Nitish Kumar, who was elected to the Rajya Sabha on March 16 and received his certificate of election the same day, is scheduled to take oath as a Member of Parliament on April 10
Meeting the IndiGo management team on the occasion, Mathur underlined the positive momentum, appreciated the growing confidence and enthusiasm being expressed through the booming air connectivity and the resurgent economic links between India and the region
Maharashtra government announces a dedicated campaign to provide Piped Natural Gas (PNG) connections to industries amid LPG cylinder shortages. Special camps and faster approvals aim to ensure uninterrupted industrial operations
Assembly Speaker Prem Kumar said, Nitin Nabin`s resignation was submitted to me by Saraogi. It has been accepted. I have forwarded it to the officials concerned for further formalities
A total of 1,255 newly literate citizens appeared for the exam, including 1,057 women and 198 men. The examination focused on practical literacy skills such as reading, writing, and basic numeracy, aimed at individuals who had missed out on formal education earlier in life
Delhi Police said the accused was arrested from the spot shortly after the incident. The couple had reportedly moved into a DDA housing complex just a month ago
According to officials, several prominent institutions were targeted, including the Delhi High Court, the Delhi Assembly, schools, and various government offices
I simply said that whenever the festival of Eid comes, no one from the Hindu community pelts stones or causes any trouble. But when the Ram Navami celebrations began, these people did not allow our saffron flag to be hoisted and threw stones at Ram devotees, he said
The residents in Ladakh are conducting regular donation drives to aid the residents in Iran affected by the US-Israeli strikes during the past 30 days of conflict. Several children`s bicycles could also be seen among the donated items, sending a strong message of solidarity with Iran
According to a statement issued by the ministry`s official spokesperson, the strike targeted a service building at one of Kuwait`s power and water desalination plants, resulting in the death of the Indian national and significant material damage to the facility
Trump`s remarks come against the backdrop of intense US-Israeli military operations against Iran, which have targeted senior Iranian officials and strategic infrastructure
The KitKat, owned by Swiss food giant Nestle, confirmed that a truck transporting 413,793 units of its new chocolate range went missing during transit
The comment by Trump came in an interview published early Monday by The Financial Times.
In his maiden electoral battle, Vijay would also contest from Tiruchirappalli East in the central district of Tamil Nadu
A shipment of 38,000 MT of fuel, comprising 20,000 MT of diesel and 18,000 MT of petrol, arrived in Colombo on Saturday
This is the third time the dance drama was staged in Beijing. It was first staged in January last year
Why complain about the absence of liquefied petroleum gas when our forefathers sacrificed a lot more for the greater good?
Visually impaired persons have stated how they waited an entire day for a cylinder or had to return the next day to take it themselves from the agency.
If the BJP comes to power, people will not be able to eat fish, meat and eggs
We also pledge to ensure justice in the Zubeen Garg death case within 100 days if Congress comes to power, Kharge added
This innovation should translate to fewer individual components needing to be fabricated.
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The sub can carry three people in total (1 pilot and two passengers) and is capable of reaching depths of 984 feet
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A rare albino leopard cub along with two siblings was rescued from a sugarcane field in Nashik and later reunited with its mother, ensuring safe return to the wild
Sujata Bhuyan from Sambalpur expressed pride and motivation after being praised by Narendra Modi in Mann Ki Baat. Starting her fish farming journey in 2022 near the Hirakud Reservoir, she has built a successful enterprise, becoming an inspiration for women through her determination and growth
Benjamin Netanyahu expressed condolences after Moshe Yitzhak HaCohen Katz was killed during fighting in Lebanon. The Israel Defense Forces confirmed the incident, which also left three soldiers injured, amid ongoing clashes with Hezbollah along the border
Two Indian LPG carriers, BW TYR and BW ELM, have safely exited the Gulf region carrying around 94,000 metric tonnes of cargo and are en route to Mumbai and New Mangalore. Authorities, including Directorate General of Shipping, continue monitoring the situation to ensure safety of Indian vessels and seafarers
Despite global disruptions triggered by tensions involving the United States, Israel, and Iran, India has maintained steady fuel supplies without imposing lockdowns or rationing. While several nations face shortages and rising prices, India continues to ensure availability of petrol, diesel, LPG, and PNG
The government said LPG supply remains stable across India, with over 55 lakh refills delivered in a single day and no shortages reported. Measures like increased online bookings, DAC-based deliveries, and strict action against hoarding are being implemented

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