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MEA sets up control room amid West Asia tensions, issues helpline numbers

The Ministry of External Affairs also released emergency contact numbers of Indian embassies across West Asia and Gulf region to assist Indian nationals

Tamil Nadu unveils Shipbuilding Policy 2026 to boost green tech

The policy aims to establish the state as a global leader in sustainable maritime technology, focusing on zero-emission vessels and world-class green recycling facilities

Karnataka panel backs move to grant Tulu isecond official language status

The panel also included Tharanatha Gatti Kapikad, president of the Karnataka Tulu Sahitya Academy, in an advisory capacity

Centre has asked states not to undertake own Gulf evacuations: Fadnavis

He emphasised that efforts are being intensified to safely bring back the stuck persons

Eminent journalist and former ambassador HK Dua passes away at 88

He breathed his last peacefully this afternoon at a private hospital, a member of his family said. Dua was keeping unwell and was admitted to the hospital three weeks back

Traffic curbs in Bhubaneswar, Cuttack for Amit Shah visit: Details here

The Commissionerate Police of Bhubaneswar-Cuttack has imposed traffic restrictions on certain routes on March 5 and 6 in view of Union Home Minister Amit Shah's two-day visit to Odisha

Tawde, Athawale among 4 BJP nominees for Rajya Sabha polls from Maharashtra

Besides Athawale and Tawde, the party has also fielded Maya Chintaman Ivnate and Ramrao Wadkute for the biennial elections

Private hospital nurses in Kerala on strike demanding ₹40,000 minimum wage

A section of nurses working in private hospitals in Kerala began a strike on Wednesday, demanding a rise in minimum monthly pay and implementation of various pending assurances without further delay

Rahul Gandhi celebrates Holi with Congress workers at party office

Gandhi wished everyone a Holi filled with love and one that eliminates hatred

'Bilateral relations will reach new heights': PM Modi welcomes Finnish Prez

President Stubb was accorded a ceremonial welcome and a Guard of Honour, and was received by Minister of State for External Affairs KV Singh at the airport

Sabarimala case: Vigilance court grants statutory bail to former TDB chief

A court granted statutory bail to former TDB president A Padmakumar in the case related to alleged misappropriation of gold from the Dwarapalaka idols of the Lord Ayyappa shrine in Sabarimala

Indian Army foils terrorists' infiltration bid along LoC in J-K's Rajouri

The suspected persons were observed trying to sneak into this side from the Turkandi forward area around 4.15 am, the officials said

SpiceJet to operate 8 special flights from UAE on Wed amid Iran crisis

The airline said it would operate four services to Delhi, three to Mumbai and one to Kochi from Fujairah

Curbs remain in force in Kashmir after protests against Khamenei's killing

The move came after the region witnessed massive protests on Sunday after Khamenei's assassination in the joint air strikes by the US and Israel

164 tourists from Maharashtra stranded in UAE return home, says Shiv Sena

The special fights were arranged by Shinde, who heads the Shiv Sena, a party leader said

Delhi air quality improves to 'moderate' category, mercury may touch 34°C

Weather conditions in the capital are turning warmer. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast mainly clear skies with sustained surface winds of 15-25 kmph in Delhi

Delhi Police on high alert for Holi, 134 intersections under strict watch

The Delhi Traffic Police said elaborate arrangements have been made to maintain public safety and ensure smooth vehicular movement during the festival

Passengers stranded in Dubai amid Gulf unrest return home, recount horror

The conflict in the West Asia has entered its fifth day following the US and Israeli strikes on Iran that killed Supreme Leader Ayatollah Khamenei

PM Modi extends Holi greetings to people, wishes 'spring of happiness'

The Prime Minister said Holi infuses atmosphere with new energy and this is its greatest specialty

Clear skies, rising mercury across India on Holi; check weather forecast

According to the IMD, plains are expected to remain hot and dry, even as parts of the western Himalayan region may see light rain and snowfall in the coming days