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Climate change hits women hardest, funding support inadequate: UNGCNI

In 2025, a UN women report warned that under a worst-case climate scenario, up to 158.3 million more women and girls may live in extreme poverty globally as a result of climate change by 2050

Kerala unveils 'Cyber Safety Protocol 2026' to safeguard students in AI era

This comprehensive framework is designed to ensure a secure digital learning environment and robust cyber defences for students across Kerala's public school system

Educated, empowered women pillars of progressive nation: President Murmu

President greets citizens on International Women's Day, hails 'Nari Shakti'

Delhi chokes on poor air as city records hottest early March in 50 yrs

AQI crossed 200 in Delhi after three days of 'moderate' air quality as IMD data showed the city recorded its hottest first week of March day in 50 years

NHRC chief pitches for complete overhaul of Paris Principles amid conflicts

The Paris Principles are a set of standards for National Human Rights Institutions (NHRIs) developed by the United Nations in 1993

Early summer conditions grip most parts of India as temperatures rise

Early summer-like conditions are emerging across large parts of India as temperatures rise above seasonal averages, with the IMD warning of warmer days ahead

Air India to operate special flights for UAE on March 8 amid Gulf crisis

The airlines announced additional non-scheduled flights on March 8 with approvals from Indian and local authorities to facilitate travellers affected by the regional restrictions

West Asia crisis: 52,000 Indians returned after partial opening of airspace

MEA urged all Indian nationals in the region to follow the guidelines of the local authorities and the advisories issued by the Indian missions

Women key drivers of national development today: Delhi CM Rekha Gupta

Indian culture has long regarded women as symbols of strength, creation and values. Ancient texts and traditions reflect the respect accorded to women in society, Gupta said

Taranjit Singh Sandhu likely to take charge as Delhi LG on Mar 11

Sandhu's appointment was part of a major reshuffle of gubernatorial posts effected in several states and Union territories by the president late Thursday night

Judiciary must protect environment but not hinder development: CJI

The jurist was here for the inauguration of a refurbished library in memory of Justice Kuldip Singh, often hailed as the 'Green Judge' of the Supreme Court

PM Modi accuses Bengal govt of insulting President Murmu during state visit

The prime minister said that the pain and anguish expressed by the President, who herself hails from a tribal community, has caused immense sadness in the minds of the people of India

Traffic restrictions likely in north Delhi on Sunday due to DDA's event

Several housing projects and sections of the Delhi Metro will be inaugurated during the event, according to the Delhi Traffic Police

TVK chief Vijay announces slew of freebies for women, including 8 gm gold

In poll-bound Tamil Nadu, Vijay announced several welfare promises for women a day ahead of International Women's Day

Bengal to give ₹1,500 monthly allowance to jobless Class 10 passouts: CM

She said young men and women - aged 21-40 years - who have passed the secondary exams - will receive ₹1,500 per month from March 7

No plan to carve UT out of Bihar, Bengal districts: Nityanand Rai

Rai, who is also a former Bihar BJP president, came out with a post on his X handle, rubbishing the claim of Independent MP Rajesh Ranjan alias Pappu Yadav

Santal freedom fighters not given due recognition: Droupadi Murmu

The President urged the community to ensure that the younger generation receives proper schooling

Goa received ₹252.83 crore from auction of 12 iron ore blocks: CM Sawant

Goa government plans to introduce a scheme to provide soft loans through financial institutions to barge owners affected by the mining sector, enabling them to repair their vessels

Helicopter with UP Dy CM onboard makes emergency landing in Lucknow

The chopper, with five persons including Maurya, his aide Vivek and two pilots, had taken off from Lucknow La Martiniere College ground helipad when it developed a snag

Dera Sacha Sauda chief Ram Rahim acquitted in 2002 journalist murder case

The division bench passed the order while hearing appeals challenging the 2019 conviction in the case