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PM Modi to dedicate infra projects, address rally in Tiruchirappalli today

PM Modi would later address the NDA rally at around 6.30 pm during his brief visit to the state

Centre proposes changes in Drug Rules to standardise blood product testing

t has issued a draft gazette notification, inviting public comments on a proposal to amend paragraph G (testing of blood products), Part XII C, Schedule F of the Drugs Rules 1945

West Asia war digest, March 11: Stories tracking the economic fallout

From fuel security and LPG shortages to auto, food, markets and LIC losses, here's Business Standard's coverage tracking the West Asia war's economic fallout

Amit Shah to address Lok Sabha today on no confidence motion against Birla

Union Home Minister Amit Shah will address the Lok Sabha on Wednesday during the debate on the motion seeking the removal of Speaker Om Birla.

West Asia war updates: India says no fuel shortage; Trump warns on Hormuz

India said there is no fuel shortage; oil prices remained volatile as Donald Trump warned Iran against mining the Strait of Hormuz. Here are the top updates at 9 am (IST)

PM Modi to attend NDA's election convention, roadshow in Kochi today

The convention will mark the formal launch of the alliance's campaign for the upcoming Assembly elections in the state

Visakhapatnam hoteliers urge Centre to provide support amid LPG shortage

Visakhapatnam Hotel Merchant Association Vice President, Kishore Yadav said hotels in the city require 65,000-70,000 cylinders monthly

IMD forecasts rain across North India, heat wave conditions in west

Rain, snowfall, thunderstorms and gusty winds are likely across parts of north, east and central India over the next few days, while heat wave conditions may continue

Airlines making operational arrangements amid West Asia crisis: MoCA

The ministry said it is maintaining regular coordination with airlines and other concerned stakeholders to ensure that passenger movement continues in an orderly manner

Traffic curbs to be imposed in north Delhi in view of official function

The function will be held from 11 am to 4 pm due to which traffic may be affected on several key stretches

7 killed as mound of soil collapses at Gurugram construction site, 2 held

The family of one of the deceased has alleged that the labourers were not provided with adequate safety measures at the construction site

Hotels warn LPG shortage could persist for month, urge govt to take steps

Industry bodies have warned that unless supply stabilises soon, the hospitality sector could face widespread operational disruptions in the coming weeks

Idea is not to ban social media but regulate it for teens: Priyank Kharge

Priyank Kharge says the move targets excessive screen time and online risks for children, stressing stakeholder consultations and age-verification challenges before framing guidelines

Cabinet approves extension of Jal Jeevan Mission till December 2028

The project was launched by Prime Minister Narendra Modi in 2019 to provide safe and adequate drinking water through tap connections to all households in rural India

CBSE to undertake serious review following QR code 'rickroll' incident

CBSE assured Class 12 Board maths question paper with QR code was genuine

West Asia crisis: EAM Jaishankar speaks to Iranian counterpart Araghchi

It was the third time that Jaishankar spoke to Araghchi since the US and Israel launched the joint military strikes on Iran

SC to hear Centre's plea against HC order striking down IT rules

HC struck down the rules amended in 2023 to empower the central government to establish a Fact-Check Unit to identify "fake, false, or misleading" information regarding "govt business" on social media

Lok Sabha takes up Opposition's resolution to remove Speaker Om Birla

Opposition accuses Speaker Om Birla of partisan conduct as Lok Sabha debates on resolution seeking his removal

Courts examine Centre's digital takedown powers in Sahyog, FCU cases

Karnataka High Court seeks Centre's response on X Corp challenge to the Sahyog portal, while the Supreme Court agrees to examine the Fact Check Unit provisions under IT Rules

UP to make registration mandatory for Ola, Uber, other ride-hailing apps

A decision in this regard was taken by the state Cabinet chaired by Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath