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The CBI questioned actor and TVK chief Vijay Thalapathy for over seven hours about the 2025 Karur rally stampede in Tamil Nadu that killed 41 people and injured more than 60. The agency is probing the case after a Supreme Court order and has already questioned him twice earlier during the ongoing investigation.
The Odisha government will distribute sports kits in 485 Maoist-affected villages across 10 districts under the ‘Gramodaya’ campaign. Each ₹50,000 kit includes cricket, football, volleyball, badminton, chess, and carrom equipment. The ₹2.42 crore initiative aims to integrate youth, nurture talent, promote discipline, and foster peace in remote regions.
A suspected LPG cylinder explosion in Navallur near Chennai today killed two children, Dheeran (1.5) and Krithika (4), and injured seven others, including Pradeep (7) and five adults. The powerful blast partially collapsed three houses. Tamil Nadu Police and firefighters rescued the victims, who were hospitalized. Investigations into the exact cause are underway.
An earthquake measuring 4.3 on the Richter scale struck Afghanistan today, the National Center for Seismology (NCS) reported. The tremor occurred at a depth of 155 km. In a post on “X,” the NCS stated: “EQ of M: 4.3, Lat: 36.38 N, Long: 71.07 E, Depth: 155 Km, Location: Afghanistan.” No immediate reports of damage […]
West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee announced a ₹500 hike in monthly honorariums for priests and muezzins, raising it to ₹2,000. Highlighting their role in sustaining spiritual and social life, she also approved all fresh applications. Banerjee called them custodians of the state’s rich spiritual heritage, deserving recognition and support.
Union Telecom Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia launched Madhya Pradesh’s first integrated phygital service center in Umri, Guna, under the Samriddh Gram initiative. The hub offers healthcare, education, agriculture, financial, e-governance, and digital services via BharatNet, providing rural citizens single-window access to modern tools and essential services.
A report said India is one of the most proactive countries in protecting its citizens abroad. Through rescue missions like Operation Ganga, Operation Raahat, and Operation Kaveri, the government evacuated thousands from conflict zones. Authorities also helped some foreign nationals and arranged safe travel home during crises in different parts of the world.
Consumers experiencing issues with cooking gas booking or delivery can register complaints through toll-free numbers. Indane Gas users should call 1800-2333-555, Bharat Gas at 1800-22-4344, and HP Gas at 1800-233-3555. Those receiving gas under the Ujjwala scheme can contact 1800-266-6696 to report problems and seek prompt resolution of their concerns.
The Delhi High Court issued notices to Delhi Police over 3 habeas corpus petitions regarding missing students, including Lakshita Rajora, allegedly detained since March 13. Police must file an affidavit within a week and preserve CCTV footage from the BSCEM office and nearby stations. The court also seeks updates on her whereabouts, and hearings continue […]
The BJP has reportedly offered actor-politician Vijay the Deputy CM post in Tamil Nadu if the alliance wins the Assembly poll. In seat sharing, BJP may allocate 80 seats to Vijay’s TVK party, as per the sources. The BJP hopes Vijay’s large fan base will bring extra votes, but some of his advisers worry joining […]
VD Satheesan said Congress will announce candidates for the Kerala Assembly elections in phases after the poll notification. He said seat-sharing within the United Democratic Front is in the final stage with no disputes among allies. Any seat exchange will be discussed, while the decision on MPs contesting will be taken by the All India […]
The Election Commission of India will announce Assembly poll dates for Assam, Tamil Nadu, Kerala, West Bengal, and Puducherry this evening. A press conference is scheduled at 4 PM to reveal the timetable, as the terms of these assemblies end between May and June. Final electoral rolls have been published following the Special Intensive Revision.
The Iranian Space Research Center was destroyed in a strike reportedly carried out by the United States and Israel. The facility, under the Iranian Space Agency, was central to Iran’s satellite and aerospace research. The attack comes during the third week of escalating conflict involving Iran, raising concerns about wider regional tensions.
The Indian government has barred households with piped natural gas (PNG) connections from retaining or obtaining subsidized domestic LPG connections. The Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas amended regulations, making LPG connections unavailable to PNG users and requiring existing LPG holders to surrender their cylinders.
Hyderabad is likely to witness rain, thunderstorms and strong winds between March 15 and 20, weather observer T Balaji said. Several districts across Telangana may receive moderate to heavy showers with lightning and gusty winds. Temperatures could dip below 36°C, while authorities warned residents about possible lightning strikes and wind-related damage risks.