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His predecessor, Vinai Kumar Saxena, has been appointed as the Lieutenant Governor of Ladakh

Lawmakers have forced Prime Minister Keir Starmers government to disclose thousands of files about the decision to name Mandelson to the key diplomatic post at the start of US President Donald Trumps second term, despite a past friendship with the convicted sex offender

The decision was taken at a cabinet meeting chaired by CM Vishnu Deo Sai at the legislative assembly premises

Airstrike that reportedly killed bank staff in Tehran pushes Iran-Israel war into financial arena, with Tehran warning banks across the Gulf could become targets as uncertainty grows around Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei

Industry bodies warn that if supplies are not restored within days, thousands of eateries could close temporarily, disrupting daily meals for residents and threatening the livelihoods of thousands of workers dependent on the sector

Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched and dedicated development projects worth over Rs 10,000 crore in Kerala. The initiatives include a Rs 5,500 crore polypropylene unit at the Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited Kochi refinery, two major highway projects, and railway initiatives worth Rs 142 crore

Fans are delirious with delight, and the money tap has been opened as prize money flows like a river in spate

While Indias fast bowling great will be coy to rate himself, Englands Fred Trueman was never hesitant to state that he was the greatest

The board said a Telegram group claiming to provide exam papers appears to be part of an attempt to financially cheat students. An FIR has been filed at Shivajinagar Police Station, initiating a formal investigation into the matter

In a key administrative move, the Maharashtra government has appointed Dr Vijay Suryawanshi as the commissioner of Pimpri Chinchwad Municipal Corporation (PCMC). The appointment order was issued by the general administration department (GAD) on Wednesday

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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