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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

UPSC exam odds: 0.53% success rate for millions of candidates since 1947

Exam overhauls and reservation policies have reshaped the bureaucracy's social profile

Uttarakhand cabinet expansion: Five BJP MLAs sworn in as ministers

The cabinet expansion reflects an effort to strike a balance between the Garhwal and Kumaon regions, as well as to ensure representation for plains and the hill areas

IndiGo, SpiceJet issue travel advisories as rain, thunderstorms hit Delhi

IndiGo and SpiceJet have warned of possible flight disruptions in Delhi as rain and thunderstorms hit the city, urging passengers to check flight status and allow extra time for travel to the airport

Delhi Home Minister orders city-wide fire audit to eliminate 'safety gaps'

his safety order, issued on Thursday, applies to establishments in residential areas to ensure a uniform security standard

Centre eases pet import rules for Indians returning from West Asia

India has eased pet import rules for citizens returning from conflict-hit West Asia, allowing dogs and cats with relaxed documentation and vaccination norms

Govt's proposal to preload national ID app Aadhaar on phones faced pushback

The ​tussle over preloading state-run apps has become a recurring flashpoint between the government and ​tech firms

Widespread rain cools India; IMD issues yellow, orange alerts across states

Rainfall cools temperatures across the country, with heavy showers forecast in eastern and hilly regions and thunderstorms, hail and strong winds likely in the plains

India working to facilitate return of nationals from Iran, says MEA

MEA urged Indian nationals attempting to leave Iran through land routes to first contact the Indian embassy to ensure a smooth evacuation process

PM meets trustees of IGNCA, discusses upcoming Yuge Yugeen Bharat Museum

He also discussed with them various aspects relating to further popularising India's diverse culture

DGCA asks airlines to avoid 9 airspaces, ensure backup plan amid Iran war

DGCA asked airlines to avoid the airspaces of Bahrain, Iran, Iraq, Israel, Jordan, Kuwait, Lebanon, Qatar and United Arab Emirates

Air India's New York-Mumbai flight diverted to Saudi after fire indication

The indication in the cockpit turned out to be false

Fadnavis joins Gudi Padwa rally in Nagpur, pledges development for state

The CM said he was very happy to participate in the Gudi Padwa 'shobhayatra' in Nagpur and extended best wishes to the entire nation