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Chandigarh on high alert after bomb threat targets University, schools

The email contained specific timings for the alleged explosions, stating that schools could be targeted at 1:11 pm, the Mayor's office at 2:11 pm, and the Secretariat at 3:11 pm

SC orders CBI probe into contracts to firms linked to Arunachal CM's kin

The enquiry will cover public works contracts awarded between 2015 and 2025 in the state

May withdraw from bypoll if FIR filed in Ajit Pawar plane crash: Congress

Congress on Sunday fielded its state unit secretary, Akash More, against Deputy CM Sunetra Pawar for the Baramati bypoll, necessitated due to the death of then deputy CM Ajit Pawar in a plane crash

Nation's prosperity, security key to individual progress: Mohan Bhagwat

He was addressing a gathering after inaugurating a two-day convention of Balagokulam, a cultural organisation for students affiliated with the RSS in Kochi

India kept in dark: Rahul Gandhi hits out at govt on data sovereignty

Rahul Gandhi said India must lead AI race and sought clarity on data protection and localisation norms

Buddha's teachings relevant in conflict-ridden world: Eknath Shinde

Addressing the 8th International Buddhist Dhamma Conference here on Sunday, Shinde characterised Buddhism as a movement for change

Traffic suspended on Jammu-Srinagar highway due to landslides in Ramban

Movement of vehicles has been stopped in both directions on the highway as landslides and shooting stones have blocked both tubes between Karol Bridge and Chanderkote

IMD forecasts widespread rain, storms across India, cloudy skies in Delhi

Multiple weather systems to trigger hailstorms, thunder and heavy rainfall across regions, with strong winds expected to cause local disruptions

Police detain five following clash between two groups in Mumbai's Malad

Upon receiving information about the scuffle, Dindoshi police officers arrived and attempted to control the crowd

Odisha introduces SEBC quota, hikes ST, SC reservation in courses

State revises reservation policy for higher education, introducing SEBC quota and raising ST and SC share across medical, engineering and other professional courses

Odisha expands food net with Annapurna Yojana, to spend ₹8,813 crore

State to provide 5 kg additional rice per person monthly under new scheme, covering over 3.28 crore beneficiaries and significantly expanding food security coverage

Poll neutrality at risk if EC relies on contestants: Justice Nagarathna

Justice Nagarathna said elections are not merely periodic events but a mechanism through which political authority is constituted

Families of AI171 crash victims seek release of black box data, write to PM

The aircraft burst into flames, killing 241 out of 242 people onboard and 19 individuals on the ground

Indian Railways clocks record ₹6,735 crore scrap revenue in FY26

National transporter surpasses scrap disposal target by over 12 per cent, with multiple zones exceeding benchmarks amid push to monetise redundant assets

Govt steps up LPG supply, urges calm amid Strait of Hormuz concerns

Commercial LPG supplies have been capped at 70 per cent of pre-crisis levels, with smaller cylinders being made widely available to ease pressure on demand

Strengthening judicial infrastructure not optional but essential: CJI

CJI Surya Kant said that when the judiciary and executive align in purpose, the Constitution truly comes alive

Odisha makes e-KYC mandatory for domestic LPG consumers to curb misuse

The food supply minister said the Odisha government has taken strong action against those indulging in black marketing of gas cylinders

18 flights per day at Leh airport to boost tourism, says Ladakh L-G

He said two more flights are expected to begin operations soon, providing flexibility for visitors to plan their journeys, and invited holiday-makers to experience Ladakh

LPG crisis hits Dehradun's 'Maggi points', vendors struggle to sustain biz

Once bustling with tourists, these popular stops are now witnessing a sharp decline in footfall as vendors grapple with cooking delays and limited resources

Ministry of Social Justice posts record ₹11,810 crore expenditure in FY26

The department has also recorded the highest-ever expenditure on welfare schemes for Scheduled Castes and Other Backwards Classes during 2025-26