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Govt's silence on Khamenei assassination not neutral but abdication: Sonia

Gandhi pointed out that the assassination was carried out without a formal declaration of war and during an ongoing diplomatic process

Govt's silence on Khamenei assassination not neutral but abdication: Sonia
Updated On : 03 Mar 2026 | 8:38 AM IST

Judicial panel extends deadline in Indore water deaths probe to April 1

The earlier deadline was February 28, according to an official

Judicial panel extends deadline in Indore water deaths probe to April 1
Updated On : 03 Mar 2026 | 8:36 AM IST

North India to see above-normal heat days in March; mercury to cross 30°C

According to the IMD, maximum temperatures are currently running 4-6 degrees Celsius above normal across many parts of northwest India and are expected to remain above normal in the next few days

North India to see above-normal heat days in March; mercury to cross 30°C
Updated On : 03 Mar 2026 | 7:16 AM IST

PM Narendra Modi thanks top West Asian leaders for safety of Indians

MHA asks states to keep eye on pro-Iran preachers delivering inflammatory sermons

PM Narendra Modi thanks top West Asian leaders for safety of Indians
Updated On : 02 Mar 2026 | 10:58 PM IST

SC raps trial court for citing AI-generated orders in deciding case

'Such conduct strikes at the heart of judicial integrity'

SC raps trial court for citing AI-generated orders in deciding case
Updated On : 02 Mar 2026 | 10:21 PM IST

'Misreading of facts': CBI on order discharging Kejriwal in excise case

The special court had on Friday discharged Kejriwal, Sisodia and 21 others in the liquor-policy case by refusing to take cognisance of the CBI chargesheet against them

'Misreading of facts': CBI on order discharging Kejriwal in excise case
Updated On : 02 Mar 2026 | 7:56 PM IST

Delhi govt to roll out 'Pink Saheli' cards from 50 centres on Tuesday

Each pink card will be linked to the beneficiary's mobile number and Aadhaar to verify age, gender and Delhi residency, the statement said

Delhi govt to roll out 'Pink Saheli' cards from 50 centres on Tuesday
Updated On : 02 Mar 2026 | 7:55 PM IST

Toxic gas leaks from Palghar chemical unit; 458 persons evacuated

Other officials said the emergency team has managed to pinpoint the site of the leak and are at present trying to plug it

Toxic gas leaks from Palghar chemical unit; 458 persons evacuated
Updated On : 02 Mar 2026 | 6:58 PM IST

West Asia crisis: Apparel exporters urge govt to waive cargo penalties

However, AEPC argued that the present circumstances constitute an exceptional and unavoidable disruption in the global air logistics chain

West Asia crisis: Apparel exporters urge govt to waive cargo penalties
Updated On : 02 Mar 2026 | 5:06 PM IST

Govt reviews West Asia crisis impact on trade, ensures full facilitation

The meeting was called by the Department of Commerce

Govt reviews West Asia crisis impact on trade, ensures full facilitation
Updated On : 02 Mar 2026 | 4:53 PM IST

Holi Holiday 2026: When will schools and banks be closed in India?

It is recommended that parents and students get official confirmation of holidays for their respective schools. It is also anticipated that individual banks will formally announce the Holi holidays

Holi Holiday 2026: When will schools and banks be closed in India?
Updated On : 02 Mar 2026 | 4:06 PM IST

SC takes cognisance of trial court relying on AI-generated 'fake' verdicts

Supreme Court says reliance on AI-generated fake judgments amounts to misconduct, issues notice to Attorney General and Bar Council of India

SC takes cognisance of trial court relying on AI-generated 'fake' verdicts
Updated On : 02 Mar 2026 | 4:01 PM IST

₹90 cr given to 30,000 girls in first phase of ladli scheme: Delhi CM

Highlighting education, mobility, and domestic empowerment, she announced that funds for 30,000 girls under the Ladli-Ladli scheme have been disbursed via DBT

₹90 cr given to 30,000 girls in first phase of ladli scheme: Delhi CM
Updated On : 02 Mar 2026 | 2:57 PM IST

Delhi court grants bail to 9 IYC workers in AI summit protest case

Opposing the bail pleas, Delhi Police submitted that the Constitution grants the right to peaceful protest, but there are also certain conditions

Delhi court grants bail to 9 IYC workers in AI summit protest case
Updated On : 02 Mar 2026 | 2:45 PM IST

Passengers stranded at Delhi's IGI airport amid tensions in West Asia

Indian airlines cancelled 760 overseas flights in the last two days owing to the escalating Middle East conflict due to which many airspaces in the region are closed

Passengers stranded at Delhi's IGI airport amid tensions in West Asia
Updated On : 02 Mar 2026 | 2:03 PM IST

Centre prepared to bring back Indians stranded in West Asia: Pralhad Joshi

In a statement, Joshi said discussions have been held with senior officials of the concerned embassies to facilitate the safe return of those affected by the war situation

Centre prepared to bring back Indians stranded in West Asia: Pralhad Joshi
Updated On : 02 Mar 2026 | 2:00 PM IST

Nagpur factory blast: Nine directors of explosives company arrested

Primary report (by safety agencies) has indicated "negligence" on the part of the explosives company and that safety measures were not followed properly

Nagpur factory blast: Nine directors of explosives company arrested
Updated On : 02 Mar 2026 | 1:58 PM IST

Under-construction bridge collapses in Bihar's Gopalganj, DM orders action

The bridge was being constructed at a cost of ₹2.87 crore, an official said

Under-construction bridge collapses in Bihar's Gopalganj, DM orders action
Updated On : 02 Mar 2026 | 1:50 PM IST

Haryana CM presents ₹2.23 tn budget for FY27, announces capex of ₹28,205 cr

CM Saini said the World Bank has approved ₹2,716 crore of financial assistance for the 'Haryana Clean Air Project'

Haryana CM presents ₹2.23 tn budget for FY27, announces capex of ₹28,205 cr
Updated On : 02 Mar 2026 | 1:49 PM IST

West Asia crisis: Akasa Air extends suspension of Gulf flights till March 3

Airlines are closely monitoring the situation on operating flights to and through the West Asia

West Asia crisis: Akasa Air extends suspension of Gulf flights till March 3
Updated On : 02 Mar 2026 | 1:36 PM IST