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The Rajya Sabha will not hold sittings today or on March 20 due to festivals such as Navaratri, Gudipadwa, and Ramadan, Chairman CP Radhakrishnan informed members. The government accepted the members’ request, cancelling those sessions. To compensate for lost time, the Council will instead meet on the weekend, Saturday and Sunday, March 28-29.
The Maharashtra government plans to develop a modern jetty at the Gateway of India to better handle the heavy tourist footfall, said Ports Development Minister Nitesh Rane. The state has also approached the center regarding permissions, safety measures, and the tariff structure for Jetty No. 5 at the iconic south Mumbai waterfront.
Former PM HD Deve Gowda responded humorously to Congress chief Mallikarjun Kharge’s “love us, married Modi” remark during his Rajya Sabha farewell. Deve Gowda said he did love Congress but took a “divorce” from the “abusive relationship,” playfully referencing his current alliance with Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
Signs of unrest surfaced within the All India TMC after Khageswar Roy resigned from his Jalpaiguri district post over denial of a poll ticket. The three-time MLA opposed fielding Swapna Barman and warned of defeat after Mamata Banerjee unveiled the candidate list, triggering fresh internal tensions and sparking dissent among party workers locally.
Eid-al-Fitr in Delhi offers festive feasting at luxury hotels and restaurants, blending heritage flavours and gourmet spreads. ITC Maurya presents a three-day celebration with seasonal delicacies at The Pavilion. Dinner buffets run 20-21 March (7 PM-11:45 PM, ₹3,500), while a brunch buffet is on 22 March (12 PM-3:30 PM, ₹3,500), perfect for family gatherings.
Amid an LPG shortage caused by the US-Israel-Iran conflict, the govt offered all states and UTs an additional 10% commercial LPG allocation, tied to aiding the transition to PNG. Sujata Sharma of the Petroleum Ministry detailed extra allocations: 1% for CGD committees, 2% for permissions, 3% for the ‘Dig and Restore’ scheme, and 4% for […]
Israel’s Defence Minister announced that the Israeli military killed Iranian Intelligence Minister Esmail Khatib. Israel Katz warned of “significant surprises” across all fronts, without details. Khatib’s killing follows Israel’s recent strikes on top Iranian security official Ali Larijani and the head of the Revolutionary Guard’s Basij force, heightening reg...
The BJP has finalized its Assam seat-sharing plan, contesting 89 seats, with allies Asom Gana Parishad in 26 and Bodoland People’s Front in 11. PM Modi will address 3 rallies in April, while Amit Shah campaigns across the state. The Central Election Committee is set to release candidates soon. Voting for 126 seats is on […]
A helicopter crashed while landing in farmland in Nepal’s Khotang District, carrying a body from Kathmandu. Chief District Officer Rekha Kandel confirmed no human casualties. The crash damaged the aircraft but spared lives. Routine yet risky flights in Nepal’s rugged terrain face hazards from narrow valleys and unpredictable weather. Investigations are ongoing.
Union Minister Jitendra Singh told the Lok Sabha that since 2018, 63 appointments have been made in government departments through lateral entry. These include joint secretary, director, and deputy secretary roles on contract or deputation, with appointments in 2019, 2021, and 2023 made for specialized expertise. Category-wise data was not maintained.
Rajya Sabha bid farewell to retiring members, celebrating their service, cross-party camaraderie, and future public roles. Leaders including Derek O’Brien, Tiruchi Siva, Sanjay Singh, and Sasmit Patra praised seniors like Digvijaya Singh and Deputy Chairman Harivansh, highlighting dedication, experience, youth, and commitment to public service.
The EC ordered the transfer and posting of five IPS officers as DIGs in West Bengal for upcoming assembly elections. Rathod Amitkumar Bharat (Raiganj), Ajeet Singh Yadav (Murshidabad), Shrihari Pandey (Bardhaman), Kankar Prosad Barui (Presidency), and Anjali Singh (Jalpaiguri) assume charges immediately. Compliance reports are due by 11 AM tomorrow.
In a significant political setback for Congress, sitting MP Pradyut Bordoloi quit the party and joined the BJP today, a day after resigning from Congress. He was warmly welcomed by Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma and state BJP president Dilip Saikia. Sarma said Bordoloi’s entry as a senior MP will greatly strengthen the party ahead […]
Meta Platforms challenged a Rs 10 lakh penalty by the Central Consumer Protection Authority in the Delhi High Court over alleged unauthorized walkie-talkie listings on Facebook Marketplace. Meta argued it is not an e-marketplace but a notice board. The court asked Meta to justify its jurisdiction claim and scheduled the hearing for March 25.
The Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) today allotted five seats to ally Communist Party of India (CPI) for the upcoming Tamil Nadu Assembly polls, ending prolonged talks. The decision was finalised at the party headquarters, Anna Arivalayam. In the 2021 elections, CPI had contested six seats. The state Assembly polls are scheduled to be held on […]