A monster storm system tore through the South and Midwest on Friday, spawning deadly tornadoes that shredded homes and shopping centres in Arkansas, collapsed a theatre roof during a heavy metal concert in Illinois and made a deadly sweep across the border into rural Indiana.
The storm caused three fatalities in Sullivan County, Indiana, Emergency Management Director Jim Pirtle said in an email to The Associated Press early Saturday. The storm damaged homes and some residents were missing in the county seat of Sullivan, located near the Illinois state line about 95 miles (152 kilometres) southwest of Indianapolis.
At least one person was killed and more than two dozen were hurt, some critically, in the Little Rock area, authorities said. The town of Wynne in northeastern Arkansas was also devastated, and officials reported two dead there, along with destroyed homes and people trapped in the debris.
Authorities said a theatre roof collapsed during a tornado in Belvidere, Illinois, ..

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Families falling under the BPL and the EWS will now get medical facilities in Medanta and Fortis hospitals in Gurugram, as per an initiative taken by the district administration

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The Union Ministry of Rural Development has sanctioned an incentive grant-in-aid of Rs 37.76 crore for Himachal Pradesh under the Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojna (PMGSY), Public Works Minister Vikramaditya Singh said on Saturday.
As per the report submitted by National Quality Monitors, the state has performed well in the maintenance of PMGSY Roads. Efforts of the state government for maintaining a good quality of the rural roads network and enhancing the expenditure of the same in the last two quarters were also taken into consideration, a statement issued here said.
These incentives have been received after the gap of four years, Singh said and added that this incentive will be utilized for metalling and black-topping of rural roads constructed under PMGSY.

Honda Cars India on Saturday said its domestic sales increased by 2 per cent to 6,692 units in March.
The company had dispatched 6,589 units to dealers in March 2022, the automaker said in a statement.
Exports stood at 3,189 units last month as compared with 2,243 units in March 2022, it added.
The company said its domestic wholesales rose 7 per cent to 91,418 units last fiscal, as compared with 85,609 units in FY22.
The automaker exported a total of 22,722 units during 2022-23 as compared with 19,401 units in 2021-22, registering 17 per cent growth, it added.
"The company has achieved a domestic sales growth of 7 per cent, driven by the strong and positive sales momentum of our models, specifically the Amaze and City," Honda Cars India Director, Marketing and Sales Yuichi Murata said.
Despite the persistent challenges posed by the global chip shortage and its impact on production volumes, the Indian automobile industry has had one of its strongest years in terms of sales, he ...

In a statement, the Maharashtra Electricity Regulatory Commission said it has approved an average tariff increase of around 11.9 per cent in FY 2023-24

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Indian Premier League 2023 Live Updates: Switching to the second game, Lucknow Super Giants take on the Delhi Capitals at the Ekana Stadium in Lucknow. Capitals have won the toss and are fielding

The concluding day of the meeting of Sherpas, who act as envoys of G20 heads of states, saw a session on the global macro-economic situation, where the financial crisis and its impact were discussed

Leading cement maker UltraTech's consolidated sales rose by 12.4 per cent to 105.7 million tonnes (MT) in FY2022-23, Aditya Birla group firm said in a regulatory filing on Saturday.
The company produced 94 MT of cement in FY22.
Its total sales volume in the domestic market also crossed 100 MT for the financial year that ended on March 31, 2023.
UltraTech's total sales volume for the India market in FY23 was at 101.7 MT, up 13.63 per cent compared to 89.5 MT a year ago.
"We are pleased to inform the company has achieved 100 million tonnes of production, despatches and sales in FY23," it said.
Its grey cement production in the domestic market was at 100.1 MT in FY23, reporting 13.75 per cent growth while its white cement production was 1.5 MT, up 11 per cent.
UltraTech's overseas production, mainly grey cement was 4.4 MT in FY23.
For the fourth quarter that ended on March 31, 2023, UltraTech's total consolidated sales volume was at 31.7 MT and its India volume was at 30.5 MT.
Ult

This amounts to a ten-fold increase since 2016-17, when exports were Rs 1,521 crore

Soon after walking out of the Patiala Central Jail on Saturday, Congress leader Navjot Singh Sidhu slammed the Centre, alleging that democracy is in chains and institutions have turned slaves in the country.
He also claimed that a conspiracy is being hatched to impose the President's Rule in Punjab.
Sidhu described Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann as "akhbari mukhmantri" and criticised his government over law and order and debt issues.
Sidhu, who spent about 10 months in jail in connection with a 1988 road rage death case, walked out free on Saturday. The former Punjab Congress president was sent to prison in May 2022 after being sentenced to one-year rigorous imprisonment by the Supreme Court over the death of Gurnam Singh, 65.
His lawyer previously said Sidhu was being released earlier because of his good conduct in prison.
"Whenever dictatorship came in the country, a revolution came and today, I say the revolution's name is Rahul Gandhi," Sidhu told reporters who had been .

The theme of this year's World Water Day - marked annually on 22 March - is "Nature for Water", which "explores nature-based solutions (NBS) to the water challenges we face in the 21st century" according to the United Nations Environment Programme.The challenges are tough as the UN notes that currently 2.1 billion people "lack access to safely managed drinking water services," while an estimated 1.8 billion "use an unimproved source of drinking water with no protection against contamination from human faeces." Business Standard takes a look at the water challenges faced in India.

World Water Day: Photos that depict the water challenges in India

The theme of this year's World Water Day - marked annually on 22 March - is "Nature for Water", which "explores nature-based solutions (NBS) to the water challenges we face in the 21st century" according to the United Nations Environment Programme.The challenges are tough as the UN notes that currently 2.1 billion people "lack access to safely managed drinking water services," while an estimated 1.8 billion "use an unimproved source of drinking water with no protection against contamination from human faeces." On World Water Day, Business Standard takes a look at the water challenges faced in India.

World Water Day 2018: Photos that depict the water challenges in India

Here’s what the airlines don’t want you to figure out: All it takes is a little points savvy to experience luxurious seats for pennies on the dollar. And thanks to powerful credit cards such as Chase Sapphire Reserve and American Express Platinum, loyal flying may not be necessary. Here are the hacks that will get you into the five best cabins in the skies today.

Want to fly best first-class seats on top airlines at dirt-cheap rates? Try this

Here's what the airlines don't want you to figure out: All it takes is a little points savvy to experience luxurious seats for pennies on the dollar. And thanks to powerful credit cards such as Chase Sapphire Reserve and American Express Platinum, loyal flying may not be necessary. Here are the hacks that will get you into the five best cabins in the skies today.

Flying Officer Avani Chaturvedi has created history by becoming the first Indian woman fighter pilot to fly solo.

Meet Avani Chaturvedi: India's first-ever Indian woman to fly MiG-21 solo

Auto Expo 2018: Concept cars steal the show, two-wheelers not far behind

With national polls looming next year -- and possibly as early as late 2018 -- Finance Minister Arun Jaitley has rolled out a budget designed to help distressed farmers and rural areas while boosting growth, jobs and private investment.

Union Budget 2018: Here's a list of all the gainers and losers

69th Republic Day celebration at Rajpath on Friday at New Delhi

R-Day celebrations: India showcases military might, cultural diversity

Police deployment has been doubled around cinemas across India after the release of Sanjay Leela Bhansali's period drama 'Padmaavat' on Thursday.

Padmaavat row: High security around movie theatres amid violent protests

On February 1, all eyes will be on Finance Minister Arun Jaitley when he rises to present the Union Budget 2018-19 to the nation. Jaitley has his task cut out for the dwindling Indian economy which has decelerated due to note ban and GST,

Budget 2018: Meet the key men who will decide your taxes this year

The future is on display at the Detroit Auto Show - or at least the very-near future. Executives in natty suits (and the occasional sweater) are busy unwrapping a bevy of vehicles that will soon be in dealerships. Here are some of those exciting and eye-catching machines

Top eye-catching machines at the Detroit Auto Show

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday said Republic Day celebration in 2018 would be "remembered through the ages" because the government for the first time in India's history would host leaders of 10 Asean countries as chief guests on January 26.

These ASEAN leaders will attend India's 69th Republic Day celebrations

Puri (Odisha), March 22(ANI): West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on March 22 visited Puri’s iconic Jagannath Temple. While addressing the media persons, Mamata Banerjee said “I have offered prayers for Indians, people of Bengal and Odisha. I am very grateful that the flag that was there on the top of the temple is given to me.”

West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee visits at Jagannath Temple in Puri

Puri (Odisha), March 22(ANI): West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on March 22 visited Puri's iconic Jagannath Temple. While addressing the media persons, Mamata Banerjee said "I have offered prayers for Indians, people of Bengal and Odisha. I am very grateful that the flag that was there on the top of the temple is given to me."

Chandigarh, March 22 (ANI): Amid the high-profile crackdown on the ‘fugitive’ pro-Khalistani radical leader Amritpal Singh by Punjab Police, political fumes in the Punjab Assembly is showing no signs of dousing. Congress on March 22 questioned that Punjab police are arresting his associates, but why are they failing to arrest Amritpal Singh. Speaking on this matter, Punjab Minister Brahm Shankar Jimpa said that this behaviour of Congress shows their character. “The character of congress came before people, why they are leaving the house and not being able to face it. It is a request to Shiromani Akali Dal to not do any politics for the peace of Punjab. People of Punjab will never tolerate this,” Punjab Minister said.

Punjab Minister launches bittering attack on Congress over leaving Parliament session

Chandigarh, March 22 (ANI): Amid the high-profile crackdown on the 'fugitive' pro-Khalistani radical leader Amritpal Singh by Punjab Police, political fumes in the Punjab Assembly is showing no signs of dousing. Congress on March 22 questioned that Punjab police are arresting his associates, but why are they failing to arrest Amritpal Singh. Speaking on this matter, Punjab Minister Brahm Shankar Jimpa said that this behaviour of Congress shows their character. "The character of congress came before people, why they are leaving the house and not being able to face it. It is a request to Shiromani Akali Dal to not do any politics for the peace of Punjab. People of Punjab will never tolerate this," Punjab Minister said.

New Delhi, March 22(ANI): Indian boxer Nikhat Zareen won the quarter-finals of Women’s World Boxing Championship against Chuthamat Rakshit of Thailand. While addressing the media persons on March 22, she expressed her happiness over winning the bout and confirming a medal for India.“It was a very close match but I won the match. I am very happy to confirm a medal for my country. Tomorrow I will have a semi-final match,” said Nikhat Zareen.

Anti-India protests by Khalistanis outside the Indian HC in London; Metropolitan police on guard

New Delhi, March 22(ANI): Indian boxer Nikhat Zareen won the quarter-finals of Women's World Boxing Championship against Chuthamat Rakshit of Thailand. While addressing the media persons on March 22, she expressed her happiness over winning the bout and confirming a medal for India."It was a very close match but I won the match. I am very happy to confirm a medal for my country. Tomorrow I will have a semi-final match," said Nikhat Zareen.

Puri (Odisha) March 22 (ANI): West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on March 22 reviewed ‘Bhakta Niwas’ building construction area for West Bengal devotees in Puri. CM Mamata Banerjee is on a three-day visit to Odisha. “Tourists from Bengal come to Odisha. West Bengal devotees in huge numbers visit Odisha and sometimes, they don’t find places to stay and they wander to places. I am grateful that Naveen Ji announced me the State guest. This time we are staying in the Rural development building. I, myself tried to find a room in a hotel but was unable to get it. So, more hotels need to be made in Puri to stay. This is a must thing,” CM Mamata said.

CM Mamata reviews ‘Bhakta Niwas’ building construction area in Odisha

Puri (Odisha) March 22 (ANI): West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on March 22 reviewed 'Bhakta Niwas' building construction area for West Bengal devotees in Puri. CM Mamata Banerjee is on a three-day visit to Odisha. "Tourists from Bengal come to Odisha. West Bengal devotees in huge numbers visit Odisha and sometimes, they don't find places to stay and they wander to places. I am grateful that Naveen Ji announced me the State guest. This time we are staying in the Rural development building. I, myself tried to find a room in a hotel but was unable to get it. So, more hotels need to be made in Puri to stay. This is a must thing," CM Mamata said.

CM Mamata reviews 'Bhakta Niwas' building construction area in Odisha

New Delhi, Mar 22 (ANI): In view of the recent surge in COVID cases in the country, Prime Minister Narendra Modi will hold a high-level meeting today to review the Covid-related situation and public health preparedness. India recorded 1,134 new cases recorded in the last 24 hours, with the active caseload currently at 7,026, stated the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare. Earlier on Tuesday, the national capital recorded one Covid death and 83 fresh cases amid the rising Covid-19 cases in neighbouring Maharashtra. On March 19, the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare also issued revised guidelines for Covid-19 in the wake of the surge of cases.

PM Modi chairs high-level meeting to review COVID-related situation

New Delhi, March 22 (ANI): On March 22, Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal promised that the Aam Aadmi Party government will clean the Yamuna river and that he will take a dip in it ahead of the next Assembly elections. Addressing the media persons, Kejriwal said that the government has prepared a six-point action plan to clean the Yamuna river. "A 6-point action plan has been formed to clean Yamuna...Before the next election in 2025, I will take a dip with you in Yamuna. The three landfills (in Delhi) will be cleared by December 2024,” he said.

“Will clean Yamuna before 2025 election, will take dip…” Kejriwal’s promise for 2025 Delhi polls

New Delhi, March 22 (ANI): On March 22, Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal promised that the Aam Aadmi Party government will clean the Yamuna river and that he will take a dip in it ahead of the next Assembly elections. Addressing the media persons, Kejriwal said that the government has prepared a six-point action plan to clean the Yamuna river. "A 6-point action plan has been formed to clean Yamuna...Before the next election in 2025, I will take a dip with you in Yamuna. The three landfills (in Delhi) will be cleared by December 2024," he said.

"Will clean Yamuna before 2025 election, will take dip…" Kejriwal's promise for 2025 Delhi polls

Jaipur (Rajasthan), 22 March (ANI):  Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot inaugurated the Rajasthan International Expo at Boranada in Jodhpur. On this occasion, the Chief Minister honoured 20 exporters who have bagged Rajasthan Export Award-2021 for remarkable work in the field of exports. During the expo, the Chief Minister said that due to the excellent industrial policies and programs of the state government, export and investment have increased in Rajasthan. The export of 50 thousand crore rupees done in the year 2022-23 is the result of the efficient management of the state government.Along with this, the Chief Minister said that the MSME policy has been implemented by the government in the state. Due to this, more than 16 thousand industrial units have been established in the state so far. Under the MSME Establishment and Facilitation Act, no government permission is required for 5 years to start an industry in the state. This provision made by the government has increased the number of s

Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot inaugurates Rajasthan International Expo

Rajasthan has best environment for investment and export: CM Gehlot

New Delhi, March 22(ANI): TMC Leader Dola Sen on March 22, reacted to Kailash Vijayvargiya’s remark on post-partition India. She said Kailash Vijayvargiya does not know the true meaning of India. She also said that there was no predecessor of the BJP in the freedom movement. While speaking to ANI, Dola Sen said “There was no predecessor of the BJP in the freedom movement. Whoever went to jail, wrote letters apologising and came out. He (Kailash Vijayvargiya) does not know the true meaning of India.”

Dola Sen condemns Kailash Vijayvargiya’s remark, says there was no BJP during freedom movement

New Delhi, March 22(ANI): TMC Leader Dola Sen on March 22, reacted to Kailash Vijayvargiya's remark on post-partition India. She said Kailash Vijayvargiya does not know the true meaning of India. She also said that there was no predecessor of the BJP in the freedom movement. While speaking to ANI, Dola Sen said "There was no predecessor of the BJP in the freedom movement. Whoever went to jail, wrote letters apologising and came out. He (Kailash Vijayvargiya) does not know the true meaning of India."

Dola Sen condemns Kailash Vijayvargiya's remark, says there was no BJP during freedom movement

New Delhi, March 22 (ANI): Indian Boxer Nitu Ghanghas assured India a medal after reaching semifinals in Women's World Boxing Championship 2023. Confident pugilist said that she wants to win the gold medal. "My performance today bodes well for the coming matches as well. I played watching, and I took an aggressive approach in the end. I want to win the gold medal," she said.

Indian Boxer Nitu Ghanghas eyes gold after winning quarterfinals in Women’s Boxing World C’ships

Indian Boxer Nitu Ghanghas eyes gold after winning quarterfinals in Women's Boxing World C'ships

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