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Haridwar gears up for Kumbh 2027 as CM Dhami fast-tracks infra projects

In preparation for the Kumbh Mela 2027 to be held next year in Haridwar, special emphasis is being placed on the rapid development of infrastructure

IMD warns of heavy rain, strong winds as storms sweep across India

From heavy rain in the east to snowfall in the Himalayas, IMD forecast thunderstorms, hail and gusty winds nationwide as fluctuating temperatures bring a temporary cooling phase

Devotees gather at Delhi's Jama Masjid to offer Eid-ul-Fitr prayers

The atmosphere remained vibrant as families exchanged greetings, signalling the start of day-long festivities across the city

Political storm erupts after man dies in Kolkata's RG Kar hospital lift

A man died after allegedly getting trapped in a lift at R G Kar Medical College and Hospital in Kolkata

Delhi Police seals news agency UNI's office, cites high court order

The news agency also alleged that their female staff members were manhandled by the police team

PM reaches out to West Asian leaders on Eid amid energy security concerns

Prime Minister speaks to GCC leaders, flags need for safe passage through Strait of Hormuz and highlights risks to global food, fuel and fertiliser security

Odisha enters Guinness records with Pakhala Divas, serves over 1 tonne

State serves over 1 tonne of fermented rice dish to 2,000 people, blending cultural celebration, sustainability and outreach while promoting Odia cuisine globally

China welcomes Vikram Doraiswami's appointment as India's new envoy

Doraiswami's appointment evoked considerable interest in the Chinese official media and the Chinese strategic community

West Asia crisis: Indian national killed in Iranian attack on Riyadh

The Indian embassy in Riyadh, without providing details, condoled the death of the Indian

SC flags officials' liability over illegal mining in Chambal sanctuary

Top court signals officials in three states may face liability for habitat damage due to illegal mining, citing administrative lapses and impact on endangered species

CJI Surya Kant recuses from hearing pleas against EC appointments law

Chief Justice steps aside citing potential conflict as Bench to be reconstituted to hear challenges to 2023 law on Election Commissioner appointments

Nitish Kumar files nomination for JD(U) president, likely to be unopposed

JD(U) national working president Sanjay Kumar Jha submitted Kumar's nomination at the party's central office here on Thursday. Jha is one of the proposers for Kumar

Govt targets illegal gambling networks, blocks 300 sites and apps

Government blocks 300 illegal betting and gambling platforms, intensifying crackdown under the Online Gaming Act to curb digital wagering networks

Union minister Jayant Chaudhary gets death threat, caller traced in Bengal

Chaudhary received the threat call around 11 am on March 18 from an unidentified number, prompting an immediate review of his security

Himachal Pradesh economy grows 10.1% in FY26, real GSDP seen at 8.3%

Growth across sectors remains balanced, with services projected to grow at 8.6 per cent, the primary sector at 8.4 per cent, and the secondary sector at 7.7 per cent

Security intensified in Delhi ahead of Eid amid Uttam Nagar tension

Police said more than 100 pickets have been set up, with personnel deployed on rooftops and at key junctions to maintain a close watch on movement in sensitive pockets

Odisha Assembly disrupted over demand for health minister's resignation

Opposition demanded resignation of Health Minister Mukesh Mahaling over the fire incident in a hospital that left 12 patients dead

Telangana presents ₹3.24 trn budget with focus on infra, poll promises

The government granted ₹23,179 crore to the agriculture sector, followed by energy at ₹21,285 crore

Bhagwat links global conflicts to selfish interests, calls for unity, peace

Bhagwat said that India's ancient wisdom teaches that 'all are connected and one', and called for a shift from conflict to harmony and cooperation

Targeting shipping, endangering civilian crews unacceptable: India at IMO

India warns against attacks on commercial ships at IMO meet, calls for restraint and dialogue and raises concerns over safety of seafarers and risks to global trade routes