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During the conversation, PM Modi condemned attacks on critical infrastructure in the region and stressed the importance of safeguarding freedom of navigation while ensuring that shipping lanes remain open and secure

The Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas said an additional 20 per cent allocation has been approved, taking the total to 50 per cent, which also includes an earlier 10 per cent allocation linked to reforms promoting piped natural gas (PNG)

Raut claimed that since Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Home Minister Amit Shah assumed power, elections at all levels from local bodies to the Lok Sabha have been influenced through various means

Natanz, located about 220 km southeast of Tehran, is Irans primary uranium enrichment facility and has previously been targeted in earlier phases of the conflict

Taragiri is the fourth ship under the Nilgiri-class (Project 17A) and the third vessel built by Mazagon Dock Shipbuilding Ltd (MDL) in Mumbai

There was no radiation leakage, it said, as the war in the Middle East entered its fourth week. Natanz, Iran`s main enrichment site, was hit in the first week of the war and several buildings appeared damaged, according to satellite images

US President Donald Trump signals potential end to hostilities with Iran, while temporarily easing sanctions on Iranian oil to ease global supply pressures. Iran launches new attacks on Israel and Saudi Arabia as regional tensions escalate

On Thursday, the BJP had released its first list of 88 candidates for Assam, fielding Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma from Jalukbari and sitting BJP MP Hitendra Nath Goswami against state Congress chief Gaurav Gogoi from Jorhat

The ruling AINRC and the BJP-AIADMK combine on Friday reached an agreement for the Assembly polls in the Union Territory, under which the AINRC will contest 16 seats and the BJP will contest the remaining 14

The election for the Satara Zilla Parishad presidents post was held on Friday. BJPs Priya Shinde was elected president, surpassing the Shiv Sena-NCP combines candidate, despite the latter having the majority. The BJP narrowly outpaced the Sena-NCP alliance to claim the top post

Highlighting global tensions, the Vice President said meaningful conversations and mutual understanding are essential to resolve disputes

There were seven people on board the vessel near Vaavu Atoll early Friday morning, including two women, a British national and a Russian national, and five Indian men

The latest casualties have pushed the overall death toll to 1,021, with 2,641 people injured since the escalation of hostilities began earlier this month

According to the IMD, Sub-Himalayan West Bengal and Sikkim are likely to witness widespread rainfall between March 21 and 24, with isolated heavy to very heavy rainfall on Saturday

The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) urged citizens to remain cautious and avoid sharing unverified information amid sensitive geopolitical developments

Following the sighting of the Shawwal crescent, the mosque premises and surrounding streets of Old Delhi were filled with worshippers, marking the conclusion of the holy month of Ramzan

In preparation for the Kumbh Mela 2027 to be held next year in Haridwar, special emphasis is being placed on the rapid development of infrastructure, the expansion of facilities for pilgrims, and the establishment of modern surveillance and control systems for enhanced security

Earlier Friday, US President Donald Trump said that the United States was considering winding down military operations against Iran but was not seeking a ceasefire with the Islamic Republic.

Before reaching the Kamrup District Election office to file the nomination, the CM led a large procession to the election office at Hengrabari.

The deceased, Dr Sameeksha Reddy, 26, had been recently appointed on a contract basis. She was attacked around 11.30 pm on Thursday while attending to the wild animal.

Additive manufacturing allows engineers to design internal structures not possible with conventional methods.

Those digital instructions then come back to Earth, where the OpenClaw (an open-source AI agent) translates them into physical action.

The threat renewed concerns that Iran may revert to using asymmetric attacks beyond the Middle East as a pressure tactic, as reported by Al Jazeera

Images showed Kims daughter sticking her head out of the drivers hatch of a moving, olive green tank while her smiling father sat on top with three soldiers

The government granted Rs 23,179 crore to the agriculture sector, followed by Energy at Rs 21,285 crore.

Governor Lt Gen Gurmit Singh (Retd.) administered the oath of office and secrecy to the newly-inducted ministers.

Schoolgirl Yu, at the China Open on Thursday, powered to victory in the 200m fly in 2min 05.71sec, beating the American.

Researchers from the University of Texas at Austin and the Korean Dinosaur Research Center have officially introduced the world to Doolysaurus huhmini

Researchers led by Penn State used NASAs James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) to investigate this unusual super-puff planet, which already challenges standard models of planetary formation.

There are cases pending beyond three years despite a six-month mandate; the system is failing to keep pace with the citys growing consumer demand.

On the one hand, the state claims to fight superstition. On the other, its own ecosystem often legitimises it, through silence, inaction, or endorsement, until the damage is done

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The move comes amid intense political controversy over her alleged links to self-proclaimed godman Ashok Kharat, also known as Captain Kharat, who was recently arrested from Nashik on charges of sexual harassment and rape

Reliance Group chairman Anil Ambani was questioned by the CBI for the second consecutive day in connection with an alleged Rs 2,929 crore SBI fraud case. The probe involves claims of fund diversion and misutilisation of loans across multiple banks between 2013 and 2017

Residents across Gujarat reported receiving cooking gas cylinders on time without disruption on Friday, as the state government dismissed shortage rumours and assured that adequate LPG stock is available

Congress leader Pawan Khera launched a sharp attack on the Centre for its alleged silence over the killing of Iran`s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei and Israeli strikes on schoolgirls, rising petrol prices after Assembly elections, and the film Dhurandhar 2, which he alleged was made to promote National Security Advisor Ajit Doval

Air India flight AI185 from Delhi to Vancouver returned to Delhi due to an operational issue. All passengers safely disembarked and were assisted. Meanwhile, the airline announced 36 additional international flights to meet rising demand amid West Asia tensions

Oil Marketing Companies have increased premium petrol prices in Rajasthan by up to Rs 2.30 per litre due to global crude oil volatility. Regular petrol prices remain unchanged, offering relief. Experts warn continued Middle East tensions may impact fuel prices further

MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said the Prime Minister held conversations with the leaders of Oman, Malaysia, France, Jordan and Qatar, outlining Indias position on the ongoing conflict

The Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas said LPG panic booking has declined significantly to 55 lakh bookings on Thursday, with adequate stock available and no dry-outs reported across the country. Joint Secretary Sujata Sharma said 4,500 raids were conducted nationwide

Leader of Opposition Suvendu Adhikari accused Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee of violating the Model Code of Conduct by using the chief minister`s official letterhead for political correspondence, including a strongly worded letter to Chief Election Commissioner and demanded immediate Election Commission action

An Indian national has died in Riyadh following recent security incidents on March 18, the MEA confirmed. India is coordinating with Saudi authorities for repatriation while continuing evacuation efforts for citizens amid the escalating West Asia conflict

A parliamentary committee has raised concerns over the shortage of additional solicitors general in high courts, warning it could impact the Centres legal representation. It urged the Law Ministry to fill 12 vacant posts promptly and improve litigation management to reduce court cases

The Ministry of Health and Family Welfare convened the `Suraksha Sankalp Karyashala` workshop in New Delhi to strengthen district-level HIV/AIDS response, with a focus on Haryana and Delhi

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar met Bangladesh High Commissioner Riaz Hamidullah in New Delhi on Friday, with discussions focused on advancing bilateral ties. India has been supplying diesel to Bangladesh since 2007 and continues to assist Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, Maldives and other neighbouring countries

You (BJP) cannot defeat Mamata Banerjee. Defeating Mamata Banerjee in West Bengal is not just difficult, its impossible. This is known to Amit Shah, PM Modi, and the entire BJP. Even the Chief Election Commissioner knows this. Thats why they have taken complete control over West Bengal, Raut told

Sri Lanka refused a US request to station warplanes at a civilian airport while considering an Iranian naval visit, reaffirming its commitment to neutrality. The decision came after a US attack sank an Iranian frigate near Sri Lankan waters, with the country assisting in rescuing sailors

Irans Supreme Leader Ayatollah Seyyed Mojtaba Khamenei offered condolences to President Masoud Pezeshkian after the targeted killing of Iranian Intelligence Minister Esmail Khatib by Israel. Khamenei urged officials to strengthen security and continue the ministrys work despite the loss

The BJP is preparing an all-out offensive in Kerala ahead of the April 9 Assembly elections, with PM Narendra Modi set to undertake two campaign tours across key districts and Home Minister Amit Shah and other senior leaders also descending on the state

India`s Permanent Representative P Harish reiterated at a UN World Water Day event that the Indus Waters Treaty will remain in abeyance until Pakistan credibly and irrevocably ends its support for all forms of terrorism, calling it the global epicentre of terror.