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Drone strikes reported at two locations in Dubai, Kuwaits international airport

In a post on social media platform X, the Dubai Government Media Office wrote: A minor incident caused by debris from a successful interception that fell onto the facade of a building on Sheikh Zayed Road

12 Mar 2026 4:21 pm
IRCTC launches 12-night Europe tour from Mumbai, packages start at Rs 4.13 lakh

The 12 nights and 13 days tour will depart from Mumbai on April 26, 2026, and return on May 8, 2026. The package is being organised by IRCTCs West Zone office in Mumbai, which will act as the nodal centre for coordinating and managing the tour operations

12 Mar 2026 3:48 pm
Rains likely in Kolkata, south Bengal till Tuesday

The Regional Meteorological Centre at Alipore has forecast scattered showers in Kolkata and several south Bengal districts including Howrah, Hooghly, Purulia, Bankura and Murshidabad till Tuesday, with rain alerts issued for 12 districts

12 Mar 2026 3:48 pm
LPG, CNG shortage hits Chennai auto-rickshaws; long queues at fuel stations

Thousands of Chennai auto-rickshaw drivers are facing severe LPG and CNG shortages linked to the West Asia conflict, with nearly 25 per cent of gas-run autos unable to refuel on Tuesday and long queues forming at fuel stations. LPG prices have surged from Rs 59.41 per kg to Rs 70-80 per kg at private outlets

12 Mar 2026 3:48 pm
Tigress gives birth to three cubs in Sariska Tiger Reserve, count rises to 53

Three tiger cubs have been born to tigress ST-17 in the Sariska Tiger Reserve in Rajasthan, increasing the big cat population in the reserve to 53. Officials said the cubs were spotted through camera traps in the Akbarpur range

12 Mar 2026 3:35 pm
FSSAI issues advisory for mandatory registration of independent milk producers

According to FSSAI, it has come to notice that several milk producers who are not members of dairy cooperative societies and many milk vendors are operating without registering themselves or obtaining the required licence

12 Mar 2026 3:33 pm
Kalaburagi-Bengaluru Vande Bharat marks two years with 5.72 lakh passengers

The semi-high-speed train service has transported more than 5.72 lakh passengers since its launch, reflecting strong demand and growing popularity among travellers

12 Mar 2026 3:22 pm
West Asia War: Massive blasts reported in Dubai and Jerusalem

A loud explosion was reported in Dubai as tensions in the West Asia escalated. According to reports, smoke was seen rising over a residential area while blasts were also heard over Jerusalem following missiles reportedly fired from Iran

12 Mar 2026 2:12 pm
West Asia war: Hundreds of Tamil Nadu fishermen stranded in Iran

Around 593 fishermen from Tamil Nadu working in Iran and neighbouring West Asian countries are stranded due to the ongoing regional conflict, officials said

12 Mar 2026 1:55 pm
`Bihar ranks poorly`, says Tejashwi Yadav while slamming Nitish Kumar-led govt

RJD National Working President Tejashwi Yadav launched a sharp attack on the Nitish Kumar-led government, alleging that Bihar remains the poorest state in the country despite 21 years of NDA rule, leading in migration, crime, corruption, unemployment, and multidimensional poverty

12 Mar 2026 1:44 pm
Man accused of attempting to assassinate Farooq Abdullah arrested in Jammu

Farooq Abdullah narrowly escaped an assassination attempt after security personnel intervened at a wedding event. The accused, Kamal Singh, has been detained and is being questioned by Jammu and Kashmir Police, while Omar Abdullah raised concerns over security lapses

12 Mar 2026 1:33 pm
Indian seafarer killed after oil tanker attacked near Basra in Iraq

The vessel, identified as MT SafeSea Vishnu, was reportedly struck by an explosive-laden unmanned speedboat while operating in the region. Fifteen other Indian crew members on board were rescued and are safe, officials said on Thursday

12 Mar 2026 1:07 pm
Sanjay Raut criticises Narendra Modi over LPG shortage, says PM focused on polls

Raut accused the Centre of failing to adequately address the issue and demanded a broader discussion on how the escalating tensions between Iran and Israel could affect Indias energy security

12 Mar 2026 12:55 pm
Indian sailor killed in Iran attack on US-owned oil tanker

The tanker, Safesea Vishnu, sailing under the Marshall Islands flag, was reportedly targeted during an attack that involved underwater drones; Iranian authorities have claimed responsibility for the strike, which also damaged another oil tanker operating in the region

12 Mar 2026 12:46 pm
Bahrain issues stay-indoors advisory after blaze in Muharraq governorate

Bahrain Ministry of Interior urged residents in parts of Muharraq Governorate to remain indoors after a major blaze triggered heavy smoke. The advisory comes amid escalating regional tensions involving Iran and missile and drone interceptions across Gulf states

12 Mar 2026 12:45 pm
Uttarakhand prioritises LPG supply to hospitals, schools amid West Asia tension

The Uttarakhand Government has decided to prioritise commercial LPG supply for hospitals and educational institutions amid concerns over disruptions caused by tensions in West Asia. Authorities also prepared backup plans, including wood supply for commercial use

12 Mar 2026 12:42 pm
Attack on former J&K CM Farooq Abdullah needs to be probed thoroughly

Mirwaiz Umar Farooq condemned the attack on former Jammu and Kashmir chief minister Farooq Abdullah after a gunman allegedly opened fire at him during a wedding function in Jammu. The veteran leader escaped unhurt and the accused has been arrested

12 Mar 2026 12:40 pm
Five of a family killed in mortar explosion in Pakistans Tirah Valley

At least five members of a family were killed after a mortar shell struck a residential area in the Tirah Valley of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan. The blast occurred in the Khyber District near the Afghanistan border, triggering panic and calls for an investigation

12 Mar 2026 12:37 pm
India plans 705 mitigation structures to prevent elephant-train collisions

India supports more than 60 per cent of the worlds population of Asian Elephant. Major elephant habitats extend across eastern, north-eastern, southern and central regions of the country, an official statement said

12 Mar 2026 12:35 pm
Tump administration launches new trade probe to pave way for tariffs

The Trump Administration has launched a new trade investigation under Section 301 of the Trade Act of 1974 to examine foreign manufacturing practices and potential unfair trade advantages after the Supreme Court of the United States struck down earlier tariffs

12 Mar 2026 12:24 pm
Assam Police warn of strict action against rumours on LPG and fuel shortages

Assam Police urged the public not to believe or circulate unverified messages related to shortages of LPG, petrol, diesel, or other petroleum products. The police said misinformation could create unnecessary panic among consumers and disrupt normal supply mechanisms

12 Mar 2026 12:16 pm
Govt school teacher held for molesting girl students in Bhandara

The molestation incidents took place between July 2025 and March 7, 2026, at the government-run school in Pauni taluka of the Bhandara district, police said

12 Mar 2026 12:01 pm
Sunetra Pawar pays tribute to Yashwantrao Chavan on his 113th birth anniversary

Sunetra Ajit Pawar paid tribute to Yashwantrao Chavan on his 113th birth anniversary at his memorial in Karad. The Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister offered floral respects at the samadhi at Preeti Sangam and remembered his contribution to modern Maharashtra

12 Mar 2026 11:58 am
Pune restaurateurs warn of mass shutdowns amid LPG crisis across Maharashtra

The ongoing West Asia conflict has disrupted LPG supplies in India, forcing a halt to commercial gas distribution in Pune. Industry bodies warn that over 10,000 restaurants, snack centres and mess facilities could face shutdowns if supplies are not restored soon

12 Mar 2026 10:49 am
J&K: Cattle smuggled inside tanker

In the first operation, a police team intercepted a tractor fitted with a water tanker during naka checking under Rajbagh police station area, officials said

12 Mar 2026 10:05 am
Sandhu sworn-in as new Delhi LG

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

12 Mar 2026 10:00 am
UK to release Mandelson files

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

12 Mar 2026 9:47 am
Chhattisgarh: Cabinet approves draft of religious conversion bill

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

12 Mar 2026 9:25 am
West Asia war: Banks in the crossfire

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

12 Mar 2026 9:21 am
Now, Pune restaurateurs warn of mass shutdowns after LPG crisis

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

12 Mar 2026 9:13 am
PM Modi launches projects worth over Rs 10,000 crore in Kerala

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

12 Mar 2026 8:33 am
Need more open spaces to nurture sporting talent

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

12 Mar 2026 8:21 am
Bumrah wont boast, but Fred did

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

12 Mar 2026 8:20 am
No evidence of paper leak in Maharashtra Class 10 Mathematics exam: Board

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

11 Mar 2026 11:26 pm
Dr Vijay Suryawanshi takes charge as Pimpri Chinchwad Municipal Commissioner

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

11 Mar 2026 9:47 pm
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