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Cab drivers in Gurugram are striking today, demanding mandatory KYC verification for passengers to ensure their safety. They cited repeated incidents of harassment by unverified users. Drivers also highlighted the lack of a grievance redressal system and stressed that while they undergo strict KYC, customers remain unverified, leaving them vulnerable.
In a major strike, the US destroyed Iran’s Qom Turbine Engine Production Plant, used for drone and aircraft components, confirmed by CENTCOM with before-and-after images. The conflict, triggered by Ayatollah Ali Khamenei’s assassination, enters week four. Emmanuel Macron held talks with Mohammed bin Salman, urging restraint and stronger Saudi air defences.
The Department of Homeland Security shutdown is disrupting US air travel, with Sean Duffy warning delays may worsen soon. The Transportation Security Administration faces staff shortages, absenteeism, and resignations, causing long airport queues. Authorities are considering deploying Immigration and Customs Enforcement personnel to assist operations.
The Ministry of National Defense Taiwan said seven Chinese naval vessels and three official ships were detected operating around Taiwan as of 6 AM today. The ROC Armed Forces monitored the situation and responded accordingly. No PLA aircraft were detected during this timeframe, so no flight path illustration was provided, the ministry added in its […]
Shehbaz Sharif approved a PKR 200 per liter hike in the high-octane fuel levy, raising it from PKR 100 to PKR 300. The move targets luxury vehicle users and was decided during a high-level meeting on fuel pricing and economic relief. Officials said the increase will not impact public transport fares or air travel costs, […]
PM Modi chaired a high-level security meeting to assess the impact of the US-Israel-Iran conflict on India. Officials reviewed economic risks and discussed measures to ensure food, fuel, and energy security. Short, medium, and long-term strategies were outlined to safeguard essential supplies and maintain macroeconomic stability.
US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said Trump is weakening Iran’s regime and promoting Middle East peace. Posting on ‘X,’ he warned Iran was nearing nuclear capability, calling past security an illusion. Bessent credited Trump’s decisive actions for improving global safety and security, saying the world is now more stable because of his leadership overall and […]
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said Ukraine is actively collaborating with Gulf countries at the team level, sharing defense expertise and concrete support. He called on other nations to contribute to regional stabilization, emphasizing joint decisions and collective work to enhance security, and expressed gratitude to all aiding coordination and results.
Telangana CM Revanth warned the Middle East conflict may cause fertilizer shortages and urged all leaders to request more urea from the Union government. He inaugurated a Rs 300 crore oil palm factory at Narmeta, highlighted agricultural growth and women empowerment schemes, and assured government support for farmers and self-help groups across the state.
Andhra Pradesh has urged Tamil Nadu to stop its mechanised fishing boats from illegally entering Andhra waters. The state warned of threats to local fishermen, law and order, and marine life. Officials cited repeated violations, including the Juvvaladinne Harbour incident, and called for strict action against trespassing and destructive fishing.
Andhra Pradesh MP Ramesh visited a disputed plot in Banjara Hills, Hyderabad, causing a commotion. The site is on Road Number 2 in Nand Prabhat Society. Ramesh, accompanied by supporters, got into a heated argument with the landowner, who claimed the property as his own. The full details of the incident are yet to emerge.
Telangana Chief Minister Revanth visited Narmetta in Siddipet district to inspect the TG Oil-Palm factory. After the inspection, he officially inaugurated the facility and announced that the factory is dedicated to benefiting farmers. The initiative aims to support local agriculture and boost the oil-palm industry in the region.
A ropeway trolley returning from Khallari Mata temple in Chhattisgarh’s Mahasamund district fell 200–300 feet today, killing 28-year-old Ayushi Satkar and injuring six others. Victims were hospitalized, with four moved to Raipur. Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai ordered a probe. Another ascending trolley jolted but caused no serious injuries.
The Telangana government has relaxed building rules in Hyderabad, especially regarding Transferable Development Rights (TDR). Buildings above 21 meters are now high-rises. Setback and floor relaxations are allowed using TDR, depending on plot size and road width. These changes aim to make construction easier and boost real estate up to the Outer Ring Road.
Former JD(U) leader KC Tyagi joined the Rashtriya Lok Dal (RLD) today, March 22, in Delhi, in the presence of party president and Union Minister Jayant Chaudhary. Tyagi had left JD(U) on March 17, signaling his future plans. Since 2003, he has held key roles in JD(U), including chief general secretary, chief spokesperson, and political […]