India sends relief supplies to flood-hit Mozambique
India on Tuesday dispatched food and relief assistance to flood-hit Mozambique, expressing solidarity with the African nation as it grapples with the impact of devastating floods.
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Supreme Court allows first-ever passive euthanasia for 32-year-old man in coma for 13 years
New Delhi/IBNS: In a landmark judgement, the Supreme Court of India on Wednesday permitted the withdrawal of life support for a 32-year-old man who has remained in a vegetative state for 13 years following an accident.
LPG crisis hits metros: Commercial cylinder shortage triggers panic as govt prioritises domestic supply
New Delhi/IBNS: Panic gripped several metro cities, including the national capital New Delhi, as customers started worrying about the availability of commercial LPG and LNG amid fears of supply shortages triggered by the escalating West Asia conflict, media reports said.
As Iran-US war disrupts global gas supply, India issues guidelines to manage shortages
The ongoing war between Iran and the United States in the Middle East has disrupted the global supply of natural gas, with the Strait of Hormuz remaining a conflict zone for over two weeks.
Mumbai dentistry student dies by suicide, note alleges mental harassment by boyfriend
A 24-year-old postgraduate dentistry student allegedly died by suicide at her home in Mumbai’s Antop Hill area, with a suicide note indicating that she had been facing mental harassment from her boyfriend, media reports said.
Kolkata: Mamata calls off dharna against SIR after five days, says ‘fight for justice’ will continue
Kolkata/IBNS: West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Tuesday called off her sit-in protest in Kolkata's downtown Esplanade area after five days, bringing an end to a high-profile demonstration over the SIR issue.
IndiGo CEO Pieter Elbers resigns three months after operational meltdown
New Delhi/IBNS: India’s largest airline IndiGo has announced the resignation of its Chief Executive Officer, Pieter Elbers, marking a significant leadership change for the company.
US: Dance video at WWII Memorial sparks outrage, Indian-origin man may face deportation
An Indian-origin man may face deportation after a video of him dancing with a woman at the World War II Memorial went viral on social media.
'Most effective answer': Supreme Court says Uniform Civil Code key to ensuring equal rights for women
New Delhi/IBNS: India’s long-standing debate over the Uniform Civil Code has gained renewed attention after significant observations made by the Supreme Court during a recent hearing.
Iran war disrupts LPG supplies, restaurants in major Indian cities edge towards shutdown
A conflict unfolding nearly 3,000 kilometres away in Iran is beginning to affect daily life in India, particularly the hospitality sector.
‘How dare you question judicial officers?’: SC raps Bengal SIR pleas, orders appellate tribunals for voter list appeals
New Delhi/IBNS: The Supreme Court of India on Tuesday said it would not tolerate any questioning of the integrity of judicial officers tasked with handling West Bengal’s Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls, while hearing pleas related to the voter revision drive, media reports said.
'Book withdrawn': NCERT apologises for controversial judiciary chapter after Supreme Court ban
New Delhi/IBNS: The National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT) on Tuesday issued an unconditional apology over a now-banned controversial chapter on judicial corruption in a Class 8 Social Science textbook.
'We will serve people till the last drop': Bengaluru hotels raise alarm over halt in commercial LPG supply
Hotels in Bengaluru have raised concerns after the supply of commercial LPG cylinders reportedly stopped, with an industry body warning that the disruption could affect daily operations across the city.
LPG booking gap raised to 25 days to curb hoarding amid Iran war; fuel prices to stay stable: Report
The government has increased the minimum booking interval for domestic LPG cylinders from 21 days to 25 days in a move aimed at preventing hoarding and black marketing amid the Iran-Israel-US conflict, media reports, quoting government sources, said on Monday.
'Just one phone call!' First UAE envoy to India says PM Modi could stop Iran–Israel war instantly
New Delhi/IBNS: The United Arab Emirates has made it clear that it does not want to be dragged into the escalating conflict between Iran and Israel.
Indian Armed Forces reach Seychelles for massive ‘LAMITIYE-2026’ War Games
An Indian Armed Forces contingent has arrived in Seychelles to participate in the 11th edition of the joint military exercise LAMITIYE-2026 with the Seychelles Defence Forces (SDF). The exercise will be held at the Seychelles Defence Academy from March 9 to March 20, 2026.
‘Arrogance will be shattered’: PM Modi warns Mamata Banerjee over remarks on President Murmu
New Delhi/IBNS: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday renewed his attack on the All India Trinamool Congress (TMC) over West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee’s controversial remarks about President Droupadi Murmu, warning that the party’s “arrogance will be shattered”.
CEC Gyanesh Kumar faces black flags during Kalighat Temple visit in Kolkata amid TMC’s SIR protests
Kolkata/IBNS: Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) Gyanesh Kumar on Monday morning visited the Kalighat Temple, navigating protests by ruling All India Trinamool Congress (TMC) workers who showed black flags and raised slogans over the controversial Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of voter lists, media reports said.
Crisis at sea: Iran thanks India as naval vessel IRIS Lavan docks at Kochi
Iran has formally thanked India for providing a safe harbour to its naval vessel IRIS Lavan, which docked at the port of Kochi to undertake technical and logistical arrangements, according to media reports.
Massive infrastructure push: PM Modi launches Rs.33,500 crore projects in Delhi
Indian PM Narendra Modi inaugurated and laid the foundation stone of multiple development projects worth around Rs. 33,500 crore in Delhi.
Hindu man killed on Holi in Delhi: MCD demolishes illegal portion of key accused Nizamuddin's house
The Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) on Sunday carried out a bulldozer action against a property linked to one of the accused in the Uttam Nagar Holi murder case in New Delhi, in which a 26-year-old man was killed.
Hindu man murdered on Holi in Delhi: MCD demolishes illegal portion of key accused Nizamuddin's house
The Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) on Sunday carried out a bulldozer action against a property linked to one of the accused in the Uttam Nagar Holi murder case in New Delhi, in which a 26-year-old man was killed.
Shocking! YouTuber UK07 Rider injured after high-speed crash at 150kmph while streaming live
Indian YouTuber and Bigg Boss 17 contestant Anurag Dobhal, popularly known online as UK07 Rider, was seriously injured after his high-speed car crashed into a divider while he was streaming live on Instagram.
'Mind your own business': Kamal Haasan’s message to Donald Trump over Russian oil remark
Actor-politician Kamal Haasan has criticised the United States after a senior American official said Washington had given India “permission” to buy Russian oil amid disruptions caused by the Middle East conflict.
Centre seeks reply from Bengal govt over ‘protocol lapses’ during Droupadi Murmu visit
The Centre has sought an explanation from the West Bengal government over alleged protocol lapses during the recent visit of President Droupadi Murmu to the state, asking officials to respond by 5 pm on Sunday.
President Murmu’s ‘upset’ remark over tribal event triggers Modi-Mamata political row
New Delhi/Kolkata/Siliguri/IBNS: What began as a cultural gathering celebrating Santhal heritage quickly escalated into a political confrontation in poll-bound West Bengal, after remarks by President Droupadi Murmu over the organisation of the event drew sharp reactions from both the Centre and the state government.
India stands firm on Russian oil: New Delhi says energy decisions need no permission
New Delhi/IBNS: As geopolitical tensions shake global energy markets, India has reaffirmed a clear message: its energy policy will be guided by national interest, not external pressure.
Historic achievement: Narendra Modi congratulates Nepali people over successful polls
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday congratulated the people of Nepal for successfully conducting their elections, months after the Himalayan nation witnessed massive Gen Z-led protests.
'Maybe Mamata Didi is angry with me': President Droupadi Murmu questions event venue change during Bengal visit
Kolkata/IBNS: President Droupadi Murmu sparked discussion during her visit to West Bengal on Saturday after she wondered aloud whether Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee might be upset with her.
26-year-old Hindu man killed after Holi altercation with Muslim neighbour in Delhi’s Uttam Nagar; four arrested
New Delhi/IBNS: Four people have been arrested, including a minor boy, after a 26-year-old Hindu man was killed by a group of Muslim people following a dispute over Holi celebrations in Delhi’s Uttam Nagar area, media reports said.