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CEC to review West Bengal poll preparedness, hold press conference today

The poll panel will also review coordination between the state administration and security agencies, including the deployment of central armed police forces, the officials said

Curfew, internet ban in Meghalaya's West Garo Hills following violence

The curfew was imposed on March 10 and will remain in force for 24 hours, while mobile internet services will remain suspended for 48 hours

5 schools in Gurugram receive bomb threat emails; nothing suspicious found

Upon receiving information about threat mails, police rushed to the school premises

West Asia war digest, March 10: Stories tracking the economic fallout

From crude spikes and market volatility to fertiliser, LPG and tech risks, here's a snapshot of Business Standard's coverage of how the West Asia conflict is rippling through India's economy

'Entire book withdrawn': NCERT issues apology over content on judiciary

The social science textbook for Class 8 stated that corruption, a massive backlog of cases and the lack of an adequate number of judges are among the challenges faced by the judicial system

Weather today: Rain in north India, heat wave in west; Rajkot hits 41.6°C

Residents across India face extreme weather, heavy rain and storms lash the north, while west and central regions struggle with intense heat and soaring temperatures

Oppn likely to move no-confidence motion against Birla in Parliament today

118 Opposition MPs have signed the motion, alleging 'partisan' behaviour by the Speaker

West Asia war updates: LPG supply hit in India; Trump warns Iran on Hormuz

Oil prices swung sharply and fears of wider energy supply disruption grew as hostilities intensified in West Asia. Here are the top developments at 8 am (IST)

Buffalo meat exporters recall West Asia consignments amid spoilage fears

Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, Dubai and the UAE are the major destinations for Indian buffalo meat exports

India aims for double-digit growth in .in, .bharat domain registrations

The push comes as India's internet ecosystem expands rapidly

Delhi High Court allows Dr Reddy's to make semaglutide for export

The Delhi High Court has upheld an order permitting Dr Reddy's Laboratories to manufacture semaglutide in India solely for export, rejecting Novo Nordisk's appeal in the ongoing patent dispute

Fulfilling people's aspirations is govt's resolve; focus on key sectors: PM

Addressing a post-budget webinar, Modi also said that fulfilling aspirations of the people is the resolve of his government

Bombay HC ruling may shield importers from charges on deteriorated goods

A Bombay HC ruling quashing a customs order after seized goods deteriorated in custody may help importers avoid demurrage and related charges, highlighting systemic issues in customs procedures

IndiGo Delhi-Manchester flight turns back after 7 hours amid Iran war

An IndiGo flight from Delhi to Manchester turned back after flying for nearly seven hours due to sudden airspace restrictions linked to the West Asia conflict, forcing it to return to Delhi

Delhi riot accused Sharjeel Imam gets interim bail for brother's wedding

Imam has been in custody since January 28, 2020, in connection with the alleged larger conspiracy behind the Delhi riots

Lok Sabha fails to take up resolution seeking Speaker Om Birla's removal

The House was adjourned for the day shortly after it reassembled at 3 pm, following an earlier adjournment due to relentless protests by opposition members

Karnataka's plan to ban social media for teens needs review: MeitY secy

MeitY Secretary S Krishnan says social media and online gaming fall under the Centre's jurisdiction as it examines state proposals to ban teen access; consultations on DPDP Act compliance window conti

EC meets political parties representatives in West Bengal ahead of polls

The parties urged the EC to take stringent measures to curb the activities of anti-social elements and prevent intimidation of voters during the elections

LS adjourned till 3 pm amid opposition protests over West Asia crisis

As soon as EAM S Jaishankar rose to make a statement, opposition members started raising slogans against the government and demanding a full fledged discussion on the ongoing crisis in West Asia

India favours peace, return to dialogue: Jaishankar on West Asia conflict

Making a suo moto statement on the conflict in Rajya Sabha, he said the well being and security of the Indian community in the region remains the government's priority