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7 killed, 5 injured in avalanches along Srinagar-Leh national highway

Seven killed, five injured after avalanches hit vehicles near Zojila Pass on Srinagar-Leh highway; rescue operations underway

Seven secretary panels to appraise iGoM on measures amid West Asia crisis

The first meeting of the iGoM, which also comprises Union ministers Amit Shah, Nirmala Sitharaman and Hardeep Singh Puri as other members, might be held on Saturday, sources said

Iran starts to formalise its chokehold on Hormuz with a 'toll booth' regime

Only about 150 vessels, including tankers and container ships, have transited since March 1, according to Lloyd's List Intelligence shipping information firm

Govt raises commercial LPG allocation to 70%, prioritises industries

The oil ministry had allotted 40 per cent of the pre-crisis commercial LPG quota to states through three separate directives earlier this month

Israel's defence minister warns attacks on Iran will 'escalate, expand'

Israel Katz made the comment in a statement noting that he and Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu "warned the Iranian terrorist regime to stop firing missiles at the civilian population in Israel"

Sonia Gandhi's health shows improvement, will be discharged soon: Doctors

The 79-year-old leader was admitted to Sir Ganga Ram Hospital on Tuesday night at around 10:22 pm after developing a fever

UP govt cancels ₹25,000 crore MoU with Puch AI over financial concerns

The UP government cancelled its ₹25,000 crore MoU with Puch AI within days of signing, citing lack of net worth and credible financial linkages for the project

UP govt scraps ₹25,000 cr MoU with Bengaluru-based startup Puch AI

The government said the decision was taken after a review conducted as per standard operating procedures revealed that the company did not possess the requisite net worth

ED to file chargesheet in ₹40k cr loan 'fraud' involving ex-RCOM president

The prosecution complaint will be filed under the PMLA and former RCOM president Punit Garg and few others are expected to be named as accused

Opposition calls fuel duty cut 'late', links move to polls; BJP defends

The Opposition termed the Centre's initiative to hold a meeting with chief ministers on the West Asia conflict a delayed act while BJP said the move aimed at providing relief to the common citizen

Parts of Delhi see light rain, IMD issues yellow alert for thunderstorms

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a yellow alert forecasting light rain, thunderstorms and gusty winds during the day in several areas

Govt absorbing burden of oil price rise to shield consumers: Hardeep Puri

Hardeep Puri said that the government has taken a significant hit to its tax revenues to offset the losses of oil companies amid elevated international prices

From education to work, transgender community's marginalisation is stark

Parliament passes controversial Bill as data reveals a systemic cycle of exclusion for transgender persons

West Asia war: India cuts fuel duty; Trump delays Iran strikes for 10 days

Brent crude eased to around $107 per barrel as India cut fuel duty, while Trump delayed Iran strikes and Tehran allowed select countries to use the Strait of Hormuz

Delhi govt cancels ₹6.2 crore VIP boat tender, suspends officials

The tender sought to procure two luxury boats equipped with rooftop air conditioners, business-class seats, open rear deck for VIPs and premium ambient lighting

Review maintenance standards at Unesco sites: Parliamentary panel to govt

The Parliamentary Standing Committee has also recommended the ministry to prepare a 'five-year Unesco nomination strategy'

Cong slams PM over rising oil, gas import dependence amid supply concerns

The Congress leader's remarks come amid reports of panic buying and long queues at petrol pumps and LPG distributors

IMD issues nation-wide rainfall alert; check weather forecast here

IMD forecasts rain, thunderstorms and gusty winds across several states, bringing relief from rising temperatures, with Delhi expected to see light showers over next few days

Air India to run 22 flights to West Asia on March 27 amid high demand

All other Air India flights connecting to North America, Europe, Australia and other global regions will operate as scheduled

10 killed, several injured after bus-pickup collision in MP's Chhindwara

The incident occurred near the Simariya area in the district when the passenger bus was overtaking and a pickup vehicle arriving from the front collided head-on, resulting in the severe accident