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Air India Express Hyderabad-Phuket flight lands after nose wheel failure

An Air India Express flight from Hyderabad to Phuket was stranded on the runway at Phuket International Airport after a technical issue with its nose wheel, with all passengers deplaned safely following standard protocols

11 Mar 2026 5:03 pm
West Asia conflict: Here`s how jet price surge can impact your air travel plans

For India, the spike is compounded by heavy reliance on Middle East air corridors for westbound flights to Europe, the UK, and North America. Closures of regional airspace, rerouted flights, and added war-risk insurance premiums are adding as much as Rs 20,00035,000 per passenger on some routes

11 Mar 2026 4:56 pm
Iran denies reports of Mojtaba Khamenei being injured in strikes

Earlier, a report by The New York Times had suggested that Khamenei had been injured and had avoided public appearances for security reasons

11 Mar 2026 4:37 pm
Congress slams Centre over US permission` remark to purchase Russian oil

The Indian National Congress criticised the Centre after White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt said the United States had permitted India to temporarily buy Russian oil, calling the remark an insult to Indias sovereignty and questioning the governments silence

11 Mar 2026 3:11 pm
PM Modi holds roadshow in Kochi, unveils major projects across Keralam

Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited Kochi where he inaugurated and laid the foundation for projects worth Rs 10,800 crore, including the BPCL polypropylene unit at Kochi refinery. He also launched a floating solar project, flagged off a new train service and highlighted Indias progress in AI

11 Mar 2026 3:05 pm
Rahul Gandhi, Ravi Shankar Prasad clash in Lok Sabha during debate

The confrontation took place when Rahul Gandhi interrupted Prasads remarks, alleging that he had previously been prevented from raising issues in Parliament related to Prime Minister Narendra Modi

11 Mar 2026 3:00 pm
Dubai airport targeted in drone strike amid escalating West Asia conflict

Two Iranian drones struck near Dubai International Airport on Wednesday, injuring four people, including an Indian national. Authorities said the injuries were minor to moderate and confirmed that flight operations at the worlds busiest international airport continued despite the incident

11 Mar 2026 2:30 pm
Iran blames US for energy route disruptions amid West Asia conflict

According to the Iranian foreign ministrys readout of the call, Araghchi held the United States responsible for the disruptions in the flow of oil and gas shipments through the Strait of Hormuz

11 Mar 2026 2:03 pm
Trump announces USD 300 billion partnership with Reliance

US President Donald Trump has announced the first new oil refinery in the United States in 50 years at Brownsville, Texas, with investment support from Indias Reliance Industries. The USD 300 billion project aims to boost energy production, strengthen national security and create thousands of jobs

11 Mar 2026 1:50 pm
36 tiger deaths reported in India so far this year, MP records highest

According to the data compiled by the National Tiger Conservation Authority, 20 tiger deaths occurred inside tiger reserves, while 16 were reported outside protected areas

11 Mar 2026 1:46 pm
Arvind Kejriwal claims `support` to US-Israel led to LPG crisis in India

Speaking to the media, Kejriwal said that India has always maintained a neutral position during tensions around the world. But amid the escalating tensions between the US, Israel, and Iran, the government allegedly perceived alignment with the west

11 Mar 2026 1:21 pm
BJP MP Nishikant Dubey targets Shiv Sena (UBT) over Congress alliance

Dubey shared the document on social media platform X and questioned the political stance of the faction led by Uddhav Thackeray, arguing that Bal Thackeray had historically taken a strong position against the Congress

11 Mar 2026 12:53 pm
To be or not to be: SC permits passive euthanasia for man in vegetative state

The Supreme Court bench, comprising Justices JB Pardiwala and KV Vishwanathan, emphasised that this decision ensures the patients right to die with dignity

11 Mar 2026 12:44 pm
India secures LPG, LNG supplies via alternative routes amid West Asia crisis

Officials stated that shipments sourced from alternative locations are expected to arrive in the country soon, helping maintain stable fuel availability for households and industries despite disruptions in global energy supply chains

11 Mar 2026 12:42 pm
Russia and Ukraine make rival battlefield claims as war enters fourth year

Russia and Ukraine traded rival claims of battlefield gains as the four-year war intensified. Kyiv said its forces pushed Russian troops back in the Dnipropetrovsk region, while Moscow claimed advances in Donbas. Meanwhile, Russian strikes on Ukrainian cities continued and US-brokered peace talks were postponed

11 Mar 2026 12:29 pm
CBI arrests Central Railway CBI arrests Cen, 2 others in Rs 10 lakh bribery case

The CBI arrested a chief electrical distribution engineer of Central Railway and two private individuals in a Rs 10 lakh bribery case linked to a Rs 40.54 crore tender. Searches across Mumbai, Navi Mumbai and Karjat led to the seizure of cash and jewellery worth Rs 1.47 crore from the accused officers premises

11 Mar 2026 12:26 pm
West Asia conflict: White House confirms US Navy did not escort vessels via Stra

White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt on Tuesday (local time) said that the United States has not escorted any vessels or tankers via the Strait of Hormuz amid the developing security situation

11 Mar 2026 12:23 pm
Crude oil Oil prices drop belows USD 90 mark after IEA amid global turmoil

Crude oil prices declined for the second consecutive day after the International Energy Agency proposed a record emergency reserve release to stabilise markets amid the US-Iran conflict. Brent crude slipped below USD 87 a barrel as global oil supply disruptions and Strait of Hormuz tensions continue to affect energy markets

11 Mar 2026 11:58 am
ACB arrests MSEDCL assistant engineer for accepting Rs 1.5 lakh bribe in Raigad

To issue the required project estimate, the accused, posted at the Khalapur unit, initially demanded Rs 1.7 lakh, which he later reduced to Rs 1.5 lakh after negotiations, according to an ACB official

11 Mar 2026 11:41 am
Over 1,300 dead, US-Israel strikes hit civilian homes, schools: Iran`s UN envoy

Amir Saeid Iravani, Irans ambassador and permanent representative to the United Nations alleged that densely populated residential districts and critical infrastructure were being struck intentionally

11 Mar 2026 11:30 am
Air India, Air India Express to operate 58 flights to West Asia

Both carriers will continue their regular flights to Jeddah in Saudi Arabia and Muscat in Oman. Air India will operate eight flights to and from Jeddah, including one round-trip each from Delhi and Mumbai

11 Mar 2026 11:08 am
Pune businessman kidnapped for 50 lakh ransom, rescued by police; 5 held

According to the police, the accused, all residents of Uttar Pradesh, had abducted the businessman from the Rahatani area on Monday and escaped in a SUV. After the kidnapping, the victims family informed the police, who quickly formed multiple teams to trace the suspects

11 Mar 2026 10:56 am
Rahul attends wedding of farmers daughter

As a mark of honour, the family tied a turban on him.

11 Mar 2026 8:52 am
Islamabad slammed over attacks

Addressing a Security Council meeting on Monday, Indias Permanent Representative to the UN, Ambassador Harish Parvathaneni, reiterated New Delhis support for the UN Secretary-Generals call for compliance with international law and ensuring the protection of civilians

11 Mar 2026 8:49 am
Meghalaya: 2 killed in police firing in West Garo Hills

West Garo Hills SP Abraham T Sangma said the incident took place in the Chibinang area, where a clash broke out between tribal and non-tribal groups.

11 Mar 2026 8:44 am
LS takes up resolution to remove Speaker

Congress legislator Mohammad Jawed read out the notice seeking to move the resolution to remove The resolution was also moved by MPs K Suresh and Mallu Ravi

11 Mar 2026 8:41 am
CEC shown black flags during West Bengal visit

The CEC arrived in Kolkata for a series of meetings with political parties and senior administrative officials to review Bengals poll preparedness

11 Mar 2026 8:38 am
Air taxis cleared for takeoff

Companies including Joby Aviation and Archer Aviation will test passenger and cargo flights, including potential air taxi services from Manhattan heliports

11 Mar 2026 8:35 am
Indias China cash rethink

The policy had required government approval for FDI from countries sharing a land border with India, including China, to prevent opportunistic takeovers when company valuations fell

11 Mar 2026 8:32 am
Trump warns of massive retaliation if Iran blocks Strait of Hormuz

Trump says war could be brief but warns Iran against choking Strait of Hormuz. Oil markets jittery as nearly a fifth of worlds supply sails through Gulf corridor

11 Mar 2026 8:28 am
We need to keep promenades free of encroachment

Their letters also ask why there is a food plaza only in Bandra, and not other areas such as Worli or Marine Drive

11 Mar 2026 8:25 am
The one to root for at the Oscars!

Two films and Academy nominations, in separate categories; same filmmaker! Whats up? I ask director Geeta Gandbhir...

11 Mar 2026 8:24 am
Air India announces fuel surcharge hike on domestic and international flights

Air India to impose fuel surcharge on domestic flights (Rs 399) and hike on international routes in phases starting March 12, citing sharp rise in ATF prices due to Gulf situation. Existing tickets unaffected unless changed

10 Mar 2026 11:11 pm
West Asia conflict: British Airways extends Middle East flight cancellations

The airline has temporarily reduced its flying schedule, cancelling all services to and from Amman, Bahrain, Doha, Dubai, and Tel Aviv until later this month. Flights to and from Abu Dhabi remain suspended until later this year

10 Mar 2026 10:47 pm
MP highway to be upgraded to boost Ujjain and DelhiMumbai E-way connectivity

The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs has approved a four-lane upgrade of the 80.45 km TimarwaniBadnawar section of NH-752D, improving connectivity to the DelhiMumbai Expressway and easing traffic during Simhastha Kumbh Mela 2028

10 Mar 2026 8:51 pm
PM to launch Rs 16,400 crore projects in Kerala and Tamil Nadu tomorrow

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit Kerala and Tamil Nadu on March 11, 2026, to launch projects worth over Rs 16,400 crore across infrastructure, energy, and industrial sectors

10 Mar 2026 7:52 pm
Months after flight disruptions, IndiGo CEO Pieter Elbers steps down

In a filing to stock exchanges, the airline said Rahul Bhatia, managing director of InterGlobe Aviation, has taken charge of the airlines management on an interim basis. Vikram Singh Mehta, Chairman of the Board, said Bhatia has returned to oversee the airlines management

10 Mar 2026 7:14 pm
`Steps being taken to boost LPG production, prioritise domestic supply`

In a post on social media platform X, the company said LPG availability is being prioritised for households as well as essential non-domestic sectors such as hospitals and educational institutions. Requests from other non-domestic sectors will be examined by a committee

10 Mar 2026 6:09 pm
BJP slams Mamata alleging that her government exploited the minority community

The BJP condemned Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee`s government, alleging it has deliberately kept the Muslim community impoverished and denied them jobs, education, and opportunities to ensure their dependence on the ruling syndicate

10 Mar 2026 5:57 pm
Oppn flags LPG shortage in country, demands debate in Parliament

Opposition leaders also highlighted the impact of geopolitical tensions involving Iran, Israel and the United States, which have disrupted fuel shipments through the strategic Strait of Hormuz

10 Mar 2026 4:33 pm
Opposition walks out of Rajya Sabha over SIR row; Nadda slams disruptive tactics

Rajya Sabha proceedings turned chaotic on Tuesday as Opposition members staged a walkout over the Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls, with Leader of Opposition Mallikarjun Kharge calling the SIR process a fraud before being rebuked by Chairman Radhakrishnan

10 Mar 2026 4:10 pm
Sanjay Raut says govt avoiding Parliament debate on West Asia conflict

Raut said the opposition had demanded a discussion in both Houses on the geopolitical developments in the region, but the government had not allowed a debate

10 Mar 2026 4:02 pm
Oppositions raised concerns over rising LPG crisis; questions India`s strategy

Opposition leaders raised alarms over growing LPG shortages in major Indian cities in Parliament on Tuesday, demanding a detailed debate on India`s energy security amid the West Asia conflict

10 Mar 2026 3:47 pm
Centre prioritises LPG, CNG and PNG in revised gas allocation order

The revised order, issued through a gazette notification, aims to ensure uninterrupted supply of cooking fuel and transport gas as global energy markets face volatility due to the ongoing geopolitical tensions in the Middle East

10 Mar 2026 3:21 pm
Commercial LPG supply temporarily halted in Bhopal amid West Asia conflict

Commercial LPG cylinder distribution has been temporarily stopped in Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh, amid the ongoing US-Israel-Iran conflict, with an exemption granted only to hospitals and educational institutions. The booking period for domestic LPG cylinders has been increased from 21 to 25 days

10 Mar 2026 3:20 pm
Crude oil prices fall by 30 per cent after Trump indicates end to West Asia War

Global crude oil prices dropped sharply after Donald Trump indicated the Middle East conflict could end soon. Brent crude slipped below USD 90 per barrel amid easing geopolitical tension

10 Mar 2026 2:18 pm
LPG shortage hits several Indian cities; hotels warn of shutdowns

Hospitality industry bodies in cities such as Mumbai, Bengaluru and Chennai say irregular gas supplies over the past few days have disrupted kitchen operations, forcing some eateries to cut menus, reduce working hours and temporarily halt services

10 Mar 2026 2:12 pm
Centre invokes Essential Commodities Act to ensure LPG supply

According to officials, the government has asked refineries and petrochemical plants to divert key hydrocarbon streams to the LPG production pool to increase availability of domestic cooking gas

10 Mar 2026 12:40 pm
SpiceJet revises Delhi-Kolkata flight SG 263 timing due to operational reasons

SpiceJet on Tuesday informed passengers that flight SG 263 from Delhi to Kolkata on March 10 will now depart at 9:40 am, urging travellers to check their itinerary and flight status before heading to the airport

10 Mar 2026 12:16 pm
Punjab woman murder case: Suspect held after 18 days of manhunt in Maharashtra

The accused, identified as 34-year-old Gurvinder Singh, also known as Goldie, had allegedly been on the run after the killing, which took place in Patiala on February 19

10 Mar 2026 12:12 pm