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Italys Defence Minister Guido Crosetto denied the United States permission to use the Sigonella air base in Sicily after learning U.S. military aircraft planned to stop there en route to West Asia without prior authorisation amid West Asia tensions

The BJP-led NDA has unveiled its Kerala manifesto promising Rs 2,500 monthly aid for women, Rs 3,000 pensions for seniors, free LPG cylinders, 20,000 litres of water per household, and major infrastructure projects including AIIMS and high-speed rail connectivity

The US struck a city housing a key Iranian nuclear site, while Iran retaliated with a drone attack on an oil tanker near Dubai. The escalating conflict has disrupted global oil supply, driven up fuel prices, and intensified tensions across the Middle East

In a statement, the police said that earlier in the day, the situation at the Maa Sheetla Temple, located within the jurisdiction of the Deepnagar Police Station, suddenly spiralled out of control due to severe overcrowding during worship rituals

Europes inflation rose to 2.5 per cent in March as the Iran war disrupted oil and gas supplies, pushing fuel prices higher. Energy costs surged while food and services saw moderate increases, impacting daily expenses across eurozone countries

The incident occurred in the Mithi Khadi locality under Limbayat police station area at around 10 am, when a family was busy packing sarees using foam sheets

The Election Commission had transferred several officers, including the state`s chief secretary, the home secretary, and the DGP, following the announcement of the assembly poll schedule in the state

Addressing a large gathering, Udhayanidhi Stalin criticised Palaniswami, stating, We have seen aggressive devotees and aggressive party workers, but Edappadi Palaniswami stands as an aggressive slave of the BJP

Speaking ahead of the high-stakes polls, Chaturvedi said the political atmosphere in West Bengal indicates continued public support for Banerjee

Iran`s Fars news agency reported explosions and power outages in parts of Tehran, where residents painted a picture of a city that is still clinging to some routine despite tight security

In her communication to the Chief Election Commissioner, Banerjee alleged that agents linked to the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) were attempting to add non-residents to the voter list through fraudulent means

Six of the injured were treated in the city of Bnei Brak, which is largely populated by ultra-Orthodox Jews, according to Magen David Adom, Israel`s equivalent of the Red Cross

According to data from American Automobile Association (AAA), the national average price for a gallon of regular gasoline has reached USD 4.02

Authorities in Hyderabad sealed a property belonging to late J. Jayalalithaa after property tax arrears crossed Rs 82 lakh. The GHMC took action following non response to notices

The Kuwaiti giant crude oil tanker was subjected to a direct and malicious Iranian attack while in the anchorage area of Dubai Port in the UAE. There were no injuries in the incident, according to a report

Gandhi criticised the governments approach, claiming that the Smart Cities Mission reflected a pattern of making ambitious announcements without ensuring accountability

Khatam Al-Anbia HQ spokesperson, Ebrahim Zolfaghari, was cited by Press TV as saying that, Iran`s armed forces will cut off the legs of any aggressor invading the country

According to information, Kushwaha was returning home after offering prayers at a Hanuman temple in the area and during this, some unknown armed miscreants surrounded him and opened fire. The accused fired multiple gunshot wounds at the councillor, resulting in him dying on the spot

Rahul Gandhi criticised the BJP government in Uttarakhand after a retired brigadier was killed in alleged crossfire in Dehradun. He said the incident shows a complete collapse of law and order and accused the BJP of fostering an atmosphere of fear, violence and insecurity

Banerjee alleged that individuals from states such as Bihar, Rajasthan, Haryana, and Uttar Pradesh were being brought in to alter the voter base in favour of the BJP

Eknath Khadse denied any involvement in the land deal and described the case as politically motivated. He stated that the transaction had taken place decades ago and questioned the timing of the complaint

Fadnavis said the BJP is poised to secure a hat-trick win in Assam, adding that the party would surpass all previous electoral records; he credited the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma for creating a strong positive wave across the state

The action against Naxalism began during the UPA era, and now they are trying to take credit for its end. This cannot be the contribution of just one government. It is a continuous process. If someone tries to claim sole credit for it, that is unfortunate, Shiv Sena (UBT) leader said

Congress general secretary Jairam Ramesh took a dig at the home minister, stating that Shah had ranted for 90 minutes but refrained from using language that had previously drawn objections and been expunged from parliamentary records

According to hospital chairman Dr Ajay Swaroop, the Congress leader was diagnosed with a systemic infection and responded positively to a course of antibiotics

Rahul Gandhi accused Narendra Modi of wanting the Left Democratic Front (LDF) to win the Kerala Assembly elections alleging a tacit understanding between the LDF and the BJP

Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman released the Bharatiya Janata Partys 31-point election manifesto for Assam on Monday, highlighting the partys vision for a secure, developed and self-reliant Assam

A Bengaluru bike taxi driver, Mohammad Khizar, has been arrested for allegedly touching a 25-year-old woman inappropriately during a ride from BTM Layout to Indiranagar. The victim filed a complaint with Indiranagar police, who have registered a case under Section 75 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita

The bill says that people in the West Bank who kill an Israeli with the intent to negate the existence of the State of Israel will face the death penalty. Judges may impose life imprisonment only under vaguely defined special circumstances, while executions must take place within 90 days of sentencing

France on Monday (local time) called for an emergency meeting of the United Nations Security Council following a series of deadly incidents involving UN peacekeepers in southern Lebanon, which resulted in the death and injuries of several of its personnel

The IDF stated that there were instances of inappropriate communication with members of the press, which were found to be in violation of existing procedures governing engagement with journalists in operational zones. These lapses, the inquiry noted, raised concerns about discipline and compliance within the unit involved

Following his arrest he was presented before a court in Delhi which sent him to five days of police custody

Stalin had successfully contested polls from Kolathur constituency in 2011, 2016 and 2021 Assembly elections

The heist took place on the night of March 22-23, with thieves forcing open the entrance door, police said.

The Census will be conducted in Delhi from April 16 to May 15

Luna features upgrades to its mechanical configuration and joint system, allowing the humanoid robot to achieve 33 degrees of freedom

A call regarding the fire was received at 9.43 pm, following which multiple fire tenders were rushed to the spot, the official said

The study into the birth of the canine proves that dogs not only broke away from their wolf ancestors earlier than researchers thought, but that the relationship between man and dog was intimate, from the get-go

Recently, a horse called Dayavaan had to be transported all the way to Pune for treatment

Once a common presence in urban ecosystems, the library today stands at crossroads, as it faces an existential crisis in the digital age

Amid an LPG crisis, Hyderabad police arrested 10 persons for illegally selling commercial gas cylinders at inflated prices, seizing 414 cylinders and multiple vehicles in a major crackdown

Shiv Sena MP Milind Deora supported PM Narendra Modis remarks, saying India has always turned crises into opportunities through unity, while urging the Opposition to adopt a constructive approach

The court set aside previous orders of the PMLA Appellate Tribunal, which had favoured banks rights to recover debts from attached properties. The HC bench observed that debt recovery laws like SARFAESI and RDB would not render PMLA subservient to them due to the distinct objects and purposes of the two enactments

More than 70 people were killed in an attack by unidentified gunmen at a gold mining site in Jebel Iraq, near Juba. Authorities in South Sudan said the violence stemmed from ongoing disputes over mining activities, with many others reported injured or missing

Spain has closed its airspace to US planes involved in the Iran conflict, Defence Minister Margarita Robles said. The move reflects the stance of Prime Minister Pedro Snchezs government, which has strongly criticised military actions linked to the war

In a statement carried by the Guards Sepah News website, Tangsiri was said to have succumbed to severe injuries sustained in last weeks attack. Irans supreme leader Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei expressed condolences in a message on Telegram

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