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193 Oppn MPs sign notice seeking CEC's removal, submission on Friday

193 Oppn MPs sign notice seeking CEC's removal, submission on Friday

March 12, 2026 04:53 PM

Over 130 Lok Sabha and 63 Rajya Sabha MPs have signed notices seeking the removal of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar, alleging partisan conduct and obstruction of...

Iran War Exposes Washington's Strategic Chaos

Iran War Exposes Washington's Strategic Chaos

March 12, 2026 04:31 PM

What we are watching is something different: A fog manufactured and maintained by the people who started the war, so that the question of why it was started never has to be...

Delhi Police Arrest 40 in Rohini Crime Crackdown

Delhi Police Arrest 40 in Rohini Crime Crackdown

March 12, 2026 04:29 PM

Delhi Police arrested 40 people and apprehended a juvenile in Rohini during an overnight drive targeting organised and street crime, seizing illegal arms, narcotics, and illicit...

Meghalaya Curfew Eased Amid Garo Hills Election Unrest

Meghalaya Curfew Eased Amid Garo Hills Election Unrest

March 12, 2026 04:17 PM

Curfew imposed in Meghalaya's East and West Garo Hills districts has been relaxed to allow residents to procure essential items following violence related to the Garo Hills...

NCERT row: IIT-Gandhinagar reviews association with Prof Danino

NCERT row: IIT-Gandhinagar reviews association with Prof Danino

March 12, 2026 04:14 PM

IIT-Gandhinagar is reviewing Michel Danino's position as guest professor after the Supreme Court directed institutions to disassociate from him due to a controversy over a...

'Act of terror': Russia slams drone attack on its LNG ship

'Act of terror': Russia slams drone attack on its LNG ship

March 12, 2026 04:10 PM

Russian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Maria Zakharova described the incident as a 'gross violation of international law' with potentially 'grave consequences'.

Sharukh Pathan, Accused in 2020 Delhi Riots, Denied Bail

Sharukh Pathan, Accused in 2020 Delhi Riots, Denied Bail

March 12, 2026 04:10 PM

A Delhi court has denied bail to Sharukh Pathan, who is accused of pointing a gun at a constable during the 2020 Northeast Delhi riots. The court rejected Pathan's bail...

Farooq Abdullah Attributes Survival to Divine Intervention, Questions Security Lapse

Farooq Abdullah Attributes Survival to Divine Intervention, Questions Security Lapse

March 12, 2026 04:04 PM

Veteran politician Farooq Abdullah survived an assassination attempt at a wedding in Jammu, raising concerns about security protocols for high-profile individuals. Abdullah...

IIT Guwahati Creates Stronger Cement Mortar for Nuclear Safety

IIT Guwahati Creates Stronger Cement Mortar for Nuclear Safety

March 12, 2026 04:03 PM

Researchers at IIT Guwahati have developed a method to enhance cement mortar, making it stronger, more durable, and capable of blocking harmful radiation, with the goal of...

SEE: First crude tanker reaches India amid Hormuz crisis

SEE: First crude tanker reaches India amid Hormuz crisis

March 12, 2026 04:00 PM

The tanker reportedly switched off its Automatic Identification System (AIS) transponder while navigating the high-risk stretch of the strait and reappeared on tracking systems...

Unrest in Meghalaya: Convoy of BSF DIG attacked

Unrest in Meghalaya: Convoy of BSF DIG attacked

March 12, 2026 03:49 PM

A Border Security Force (BSF) convoy, including a vehicle carrying a DIG, was attacked in the Garo Hills region of Meghalaya, resulting in injuries and the burning of a vehicle....

Delhi Police Disrupts Drug Network by Detaining Trafficker and Moving Him to Chennai

Delhi Police Disrupts Drug Network by Detaining Trafficker and Moving Him to Chennai

March 12, 2026 03:42 PM

Delhi Police have detained a 44-year-old drug trafficker and moved him to a Chennai prison under the PITNDPS Act to disrupt narcotics supply chains.

'I'm 18 yrs old': Monalisa after marrying boyfriend

'I'm 18 yrs old': Monalisa after marrying boyfriend

March 12, 2026 03:34 PM

Actress Monalisa Bhonsle, who gained fame at the Prayagraj Kumbh Mela, has denied reports that she is underage following her marriage in Kerala. She asserts she is 18 and...

Teens Held for Vandalism of Agri-Koli Community Statue

Teens Held for Vandalism of Agri-Koli Community Statue

March 12, 2026 03:23 PM

Police in Navi Mumbai have detained two juveniles for allegedly vandalising a statue representing the Agri-Koli community and circulating the video on social media.

Indian National Killed in Attack on US Oil Tanker Near Basra

Indian National Killed in Attack on US Oil Tanker Near Basra

March 12, 2026 03:16 PM

An Indian crew member was killed after a US-owned oil tanker was attacked near Basra, Iraq. Fifteen other Indian crew members were evacuated.

Hormuz Crisis Threatens Global Economy

Hormuz Crisis Threatens Global Economy

March 12, 2026 03:13 PM

When missiles fly in this region, they are never just aimed at military targets.

Manipur: NIA to Investigate Death of Two Missing Men in Kamjong District

Manipur: NIA to Investigate Death of Two Missing Men in Kamjong District

March 12, 2026 03:09 PM

Two men who went missing in Manipur's Kamjong district were found dead, prompting a National Investigation Agency (NIA) probe and compensation for the families.

Delhi Man Arrested After Mother Dies Following Domestic Altercation

Delhi Man Arrested After Mother Dies Following Domestic Altercation

March 12, 2026 03:04 PM

A man in Delhi has been arrested for allegedly killing his 60-year-old mother during a domestic dispute. The incident occurred after the mother intervened in an argument between...

Dhanbad Court Bomb Threat: Police Investigate Hoax Email

Dhanbad Court Bomb Threat: Police Investigate Hoax Email

March 12, 2026 02:57 PM

Dhanbad Civil Court received a bomb threat via email, which was later determined to be a hoax. Police are investigating the source of the email and have tightened security...

Mumbai Legislature Targeted: Bomb Threat Sparks Security Alert

Mumbai Legislature Targeted: Bomb Threat Sparks Security Alert

March 12, 2026 02:54 PM

An email threatening missile and bomb attacks on the Maharashtra Vidhan Bhavan and other key locations in Mumbai triggered a security alert, prompting extensive searches and...

AAP MP Claims Councillor Assaulted by BJP-Linked Individuals in Delhi

AAP MP Claims Councillor Assaulted by BJP-Linked Individuals in Delhi

March 12, 2026 02:32 PM

Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) MP Sanjay Singh has alleged that a party councillor and a worker were assaulted in west Delhi, claiming the individuals were linked to a BJP MLA. He...

How Gut Bacteria Affects Memory and Ageing, According to New Research

How Gut Bacteria Affects Memory and Ageing, According to New Research

March 12, 2026 02:20 PM

A new study suggests that manipulating the gut microbiome by stimulating the vagus nerve may help reverse memory loss associated with ageing. The research highlights the gut's...

Two-phase elections likely in West Bengal: EC official

Two-phase elections likely in West Bengal: EC official

March 12, 2026 02:17 PM

The Election Commission is considering holding the West Bengal assembly elections in two phases to mitigate potential poll-related violence, according to a senior official.

Water Dispute Turns Deadly: Man Bludgeoned to Death in Thane

Water Dispute Turns Deadly: Man Bludgeoned to Death in Thane

March 12, 2026 02:06 PM

A 34-year-old man was allegedly murdered by his neighbour in Thane, Maharashtra, following a dispute over fetching water from a shared tap.

Thane Police Seize 22 Lakh Worth of Mephedrone, Two Arrested

Thane Police Seize 22 Lakh Worth of Mephedrone, Two Arrested

March 12, 2026 01:48 PM

Thane police arrested two individuals in Bhiwandi and seized mephedrone worth 22 lakh. The arrests were made after a search of two men acting suspiciously near a school....

Bomb Threat Disrupts Maharashtra Budget Session: What We Know

Bomb Threat Disrupts Maharashtra Budget Session: What We Know

March 12, 2026 01:46 PM

The Maharashtra Vidhan Bhavan in Mumbai received a bomb threat via email during the budget session, leading to a security search and evacuation. Authorities deemed the threat a...

Odisha Manhunt: Father Accused of Killing Wife, Daughter-in-Law, and Granddaughter

Odisha Manhunt: Father Accused of Killing Wife, Daughter-in-Law, and Granddaughter

March 12, 2026 01:44 PM

A man in Odisha's Deogarh district is accused of killing his wife, daughter-in-law, and granddaughter, prompting a police manhunt.

Lost Boy Returns: Jharkhand Teen Reunited with Family After 13 Years

Lost Boy Returns: Jharkhand Teen Reunited with Family After 13 Years

March 12, 2026 01:44 PM

A boy from Jharkhand, India, who was separated from his family and ended up in Kerala after boarding the wrong train, has been reunited with them after 13 years. Raja Gope, now...

I can't turn off mics, says Birla as no trust motion defeated

I can't turn off mics, says Birla as no trust motion defeated

March 12, 2026 01:42 PM

Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla addressed the House, reaffirming his commitment to impartiality and adherence to parliamentary rules and regulations following a motion seeking his...

Cops probe background of man who attacked Farooq Abdullah

Cops probe background of man who attacked Farooq Abdullah

March 12, 2026 01:36 PM

Police in Jammu have launched a detailed investigation into the background and motives of Kamal Singh Jamwal, who allegedly attempted to assassinate former Jammu and Kashmir...

Indore Petrol Pump Worker Killed in Dispute Over Payment

Indore Petrol Pump Worker Killed in Dispute Over Payment

March 12, 2026 01:28 PM

A petrol pump worker in Indore died after a car driver allegedly refused to pay for fuel, grabbed his hand, rolled up the window, and dragged him with the moving vehicle. Police...

Bengaluru Police Arrest Eight in Real Estate Businessman Kidnapping and Murder Case

Bengaluru Police Arrest Eight in Real Estate Businessman Kidnapping and Murder Case

March 12, 2026 01:25 PM

Bengaluru police have arrested eight people, including two minors, in connection with the kidnapping and murder of a real estate businessman. The investigation is ongoing, with...

BJP MLA Claims Conspiracy to Tarnish Reputation, Demands Investigation

BJP MLA Claims Conspiracy to Tarnish Reputation, Demands Investigation

March 12, 2026 01:22 PM

Maharashtra MLA Prakash Bharsakle has filed a breach of privilege notice, alleging a conspiracy to defame him through false allegations and blackmail attempts, including claims...

Jaipur Man Arrested After Allegedly Killing Wife and Daughter

Jaipur Man Arrested After Allegedly Killing Wife and Daughter

March 12, 2026 01:13 PM

A man in Jaipur, India, has allegedly killed his wife and eight-year-old daughter, with police suspecting financial distress as a possible motive. The accused surrendered to...

Eight Held in Connection with Bengaluru Businessman's Kidnapping and Murder

Eight Held in Connection with Bengaluru Businessman's Kidnapping and Murder

March 12, 2026 01:08 PM

Police in Bengaluru have arrested eight people, including two minors, in connection with the kidnapping and murder of a real estate businessman. The victim, Gopal alias Gopi,...

'God saved me': Farooq Abdullah recounts attempt on his life

'God saved me': Farooq Abdullah recounts attempt on his life

March 12, 2026 12:54 PM

Veteran politician Farooq Abdullah survived an assassination attempt during a marriage function in Jammu. Security concerns have been raised following the incident.

Iran allows Indian ships to pass through Hormuz: Sources

Iran allows Indian ships to pass through Hormuz: Sources

March 12, 2026 12:45 PM

IRGC said vessels seeking to sail through the strategically critical Strait of Hormuz must obtain Iran's approval; otherwise, they could become targets of Iranian attacks.

Pakistani Drone Drops Heroin Near Jammu Border: Police Investigate

Pakistani Drone Drops Heroin Near Jammu Border: Police Investigate

March 12, 2026 12:32 PM

Over 1.5 kg of heroin, estimated to be worth over 80 million, was recovered near the International Border in Jammu after being dropped by a Pakistani drone.

Jaipur Man Surrenders After Allegedly Killing Wife and Daughter

Jaipur Man Surrenders After Allegedly Killing Wife and Daughter

March 12, 2026 12:25 PM

A man in Jaipur, India, has been arrested after allegedly killing his wife and eight-year-old daughter. Police suspect financial distress as a possible motive.

CBI Cracks Down on Online Investment Fraud Ring Linked to 'Pyypl'

CBI Cracks Down on Online Investment Fraud Ring Linked to 'Pyypl'

March 12, 2026 11:56 AM

The CBI has conducted searches across multiple states in connection with a large-scale online financial fraud involving the overseas fintech platform 'Pyypl'.

Iran lists three conditions to end war

Iran lists three conditions to end war

March 12, 2026 11:48 AM

Iran on Thursday spelled out three conditions to end the war with Israel and the United States, which entered its thirteenth day today. Taking to X, Iran's President Masoud...

Belagavi Police Nab Woman Accused of Robbing Wealthy Men

Belagavi Police Nab Woman Accused of Robbing Wealthy Men

March 12, 2026 11:32 AM

Belagavi police have arrested a woman accused of luring wealthy men through social media, engaging them in obscene chats, and then robbing them at a lodge. Her accomplice is...

Bomb Threat at Maharashtra Vidhan Bhavan Triggers Security Alert

Bomb Threat at Maharashtra Vidhan Bhavan Triggers Security Alert

March 12, 2026 11:27 AM

The Maharashtra Vidhan Bhavan in Mumbai received a bomb threat via email during the budget session, leading to a thorough search and evacuation. Authorities have deemed the...

Suresh Gopi Defends Protocol After Kerala CM Boycotts Modi Event

Suresh Gopi Defends Protocol After Kerala CM Boycotts Modi Event

March 12, 2026 11:15 AM

Union Minister Suresh Gopi addressed the controversy surrounding the Kerala Chief Minister's absence at Prime Minister Modi's event, citing Blue Book protocol and SPG procedures.

Suresh Gopi Defends Protocol After Kerala CM Boycotts Modi Event

Suresh Gopi Defends Protocol After Kerala CM Boycotts Modi Event

March 12, 2026 11:04 AM

Union Minister Suresh Gopi addressed the controversy surrounding the Kerala Chief Minister's absence at Prime Minister Modi's event, citing Blue Book protocol and SPG procedures.

Iran's War: 'Mojtaba Khamenei Is Being Hunted By Foreign Powers And Internal Foes'

Iran's War: 'Mojtaba Khamenei Is Being Hunted By Foreign Powers And Internal Foes'

March 12, 2026 11:03 AM

'Mojtaba Khamenei supervised the most recent repression in December 2025 and January 2026 which remains ongoing.'

Uttar Pradesh Family Deaths: Suicide Pact Suspected Amid Financial Woes

Uttar Pradesh Family Deaths: Suicide Pact Suspected Amid Financial Woes

March 12, 2026 11:01 AM

Three members of a family were found dead in a locked room in Uttar Pradesh's Fatehpur district, with police suspecting a suicide pact driven by financial difficulties.

Indian national killed in Iranian attack on US oil tanker

Indian national killed in Iranian attack on US oil tanker

March 12, 2026 10:07 AM

An Indian national has reportedly been killed in an attack carried out by Iran using a 'suicide' boat against a US-owned oil tanker near Iraq. The incident has raised concerns...

Bomb Scare Disrupts Maharashtra Budget Session

Bomb Scare Disrupts Maharashtra Budget Session

March 12, 2026 10:00 AM

The Maharashtra Vidhan Bhavan in Mumbai was evacuated following a bomb threat received via email during the budget session, prompting security checks and a search operation.

India cosponsors UN resolution condemning Iran's attacks on Gulf countries

India cosponsors UN resolution condemning Iran's attacks on Gulf countries

March 12, 2026 10:00 AM

The UN Security Council, with India's support, has adopted a resolution condemning Iran's attacks on Gulf Cooperation Council countries and Jordan, demanding an immediate...

Kerala High Court Affirms Life Sentences for BJP Activists in 2006 Murder Case

Kerala High Court Affirms Life Sentences for BJP Activists in 2006 Murder Case

March 12, 2026 09:57 AM

The Kerala High Court has upheld the life sentence of five BJP activists for the murder of a CPI(M) worker in Kannur in 2006, affirming the trial court's decision and...

Negotiations Secure Release of Detained Naga Civilians in Manipur

Negotiations Secure Release of Detained Naga Civilians in Manipur

March 12, 2026 09:29 AM

Twenty-one Tangkhul Naga civilians, detained by Kuki villagers and armed men in Manipur's Ukhrul district, were released following negotiations. Tensions remain high in the region.

Rajasthan Police Constable Nabbed in Bribery Case in Udaipur

Rajasthan Police Constable Nabbed in Bribery Case in Udaipur

March 12, 2026 09:24 AM

A police constable in Udaipur, Rajasthan, was arrested by the Anti-Corruption Bureau for allegedly accepting a bribe from a garage owner. Three other police personnel are...

US trade probe targets India, 15 other countries

US trade probe targets India, 15 other countries

March 12, 2026 09:13 AM

The United States Trade Representative (USTR) office on Wednesday launched a sweeping investigation into manufacturing and industrial practices in 16 economies, including India,...

Meghalaya CM Defiant: Stays Put Despite Threat to Residence

Meghalaya CM Defiant: Stays Put Despite Threat to Residence

March 12, 2026 08:56 AM

Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad K Sangma has refused to relocate despite receiving information about a possible attack on his residence amid ongoing unrest in the Garo Hills...

Assassination bid on Farooq Abdullah at wedding; gunman held

Assassination bid on Farooq Abdullah at wedding; gunman held

March 12, 2026 08:30 AM

The incident took place in the posh Greater Kailash locality when Abdullah and Deputy Chief Minister Surinder Choudhary were coming out after attending the marriage function.

Why an IAF Officer in Raipur Allegedly Took His Own Life

Why an IAF Officer in Raipur Allegedly Took His Own Life

March 12, 2026 08:16 AM

An Indian Air Force officer, Wing Commander Vipul Yadav, was found dead at his residence in Raipur, Chhattisgarh. Police are investigating the alleged suicide, citing potential...

Congress Calls for Accountability After Attack on Farooq Abdullah

Congress Calls for Accountability After Attack on Farooq Abdullah

March 12, 2026 02:13 AM

The Jammu and Kashmir Pradesh Congress Committee has strongly condemned the attack on former Chief Minister Farooq Abdullah and called for accountability from those responsible...

'Difficult days' ahead, Israel warns its citizens

'Difficult days' ahead, Israel warns its citizens

March 12, 2026 01:11 AM

Israel extends nationwide restrictions and warns citizens of potential attacks from Iran and Hezbollah, with the Home Front Command maintaining current guidelines until further...

India 'deplores' attack on Gujarat-bound ship in Strait of Hormuz

India 'deplores' attack on Gujarat-bound ship in Strait of Hormuz

March 12, 2026 12:37 AM

India has condemned the escalating attacks on commercial shipping in West Asia, particularly after a Thai-flagged vessel en route to India's Kandla Port was targeted in the...

Delhi Police Investigate Alleged Kidnapping of BSF Jawan's Daughter

Delhi Police Investigate Alleged Kidnapping of BSF Jawan's Daughter

March 12, 2026 12:23 AM

The 12-year-old daughter of a Border Security Force (BSF) personnel was allegedly kidnapped from outside her residential society in Delhi's Rohini. Police have launched an...

Police Foil Attempted Attack on Former J&K CM Farooq Abdullah

Police Foil Attempted Attack on Former J&K CM Farooq Abdullah

March 12, 2026 12:21 AM

An attempt on the life of former Jammu and Kashmir chief minister Farooq Abdullah was thwarted while he was attending a marriage ceremony in Jammu. Police have arrested the...

Air Force Personnel Cleared in Molestation Case After 'Dream' Revelation

Air Force Personnel Cleared in Molestation Case After 'Dream' Revelation

March 12, 2026 12:15 AM

An Indian Air Force personnel has been acquitted of molestation charges after his sister-in-law testified that the alleged incident was a dream. The court has also ordered...

Mohamed Nasheed: Democratic Institutions, Not Bombing, Can Bring Change

Mohamed Nasheed: Democratic Institutions, Not Bombing, Can Bring Change

March 12, 2026 12:02 AM

Former Maldives President Mohamed Nasheed advocates for building democratic institutions over military intervention in resolving international conflicts, particularly in the...