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 […]
Rajnath Singh congratulated PM Modi on becoming India’s longest-serving head of government, surpassing 8,930 days in office. Singh lauded Modi’s unwavering devotion to the nation and its people, highlighting his dedicated leadership from Gujarat CM to Prime Minister, and celebrated his historic milestone of integrity, service, and nation-first governance.
A Qatari military helicopter crashed in territorial waters during a routine mission, killing six people, the Ministry of Interior reported. Authorities said a technical malfunction caused the accident. Search operations are ongoing to locate one remaining missing person, as rescue teams continue efforts in the affected area to recover the individual safely.
Police filed a case against over 15 people for allegedly obstructing construction and demanding ₹5 lakh monthly from a sub-contractor in Palghar, Maharashtra. The accused reportedly threatened laborers, blocked the site with an excavator, and arrived in luxury cars. 5 were identified, while over 10 remain unnamed, facing extortion and intimidation charges.
The Sri Lankan government urged citizens to use fuel and electricity sparingly to manage potential shortages amid volatile global oil markets. The move follows the second fuel price hike in a week. Authorities have rationed fuel distribution using QR codes for each vehicle to ensure equitable supply and reduce wastage.
The Ministry of Civil Aviation will withdraw temporary domestic airfare caps from March 23, ending the price-control regime introduced in December 2025 to manage IndiGo flight disruptions. Airlines can now set fares based on market demand but must ensure transparency and reasonableness. The Ministry will monitor trends and may reimpose controls if needed.
16 people have died and three remain hospitalized after consuming milk contaminated with ethylene glycol from a Narasapuram dairy in East Godavari. Victims suffered acute renal and multi-organ failure. Authorities launched investigations, conducted surveys, collected samples, and arrested the vendor, with forensic teams gathering evidence for further action.
UP CM Yogi Adityanath said Indian nursing professionals are in high demand worldwide. Speaking at a job letter distribution event, he noted strong opportunities in Japan, Germany, Korea, and Europe, where their skills are highly valued. Adityanath emphasized that Indian nurses are recognized internationally for their quality work and professionalism.
Raijor Dal released its revised final candidate list for the Assam Assembly elections after entering an opposition alliance and seat-sharing pact. The party dropped nominees from three constituencies. President Akhil Gogoi will contest from Sibsagar, while Abdur Rashid Mandal is fielded from East Goalpara. No candidate was named for Bokakhat.
Saudi Arabia expelled 5 Iranian diplomats, including the military attache, giving them 24 hours to leave, in response to what it called “blatant” Iranian attacks on Gulf nations. The Foreign Ministry condemned the assaults as violations of international law and Islamic principles, warning that continued aggression could escalate conflict and harm diplomatic relations.
The Directorate of Revenue Intelligence seized 11,060 prohibited walkie-talkies and second-hand hard disk drives valued at Rs 9.25 crore at Nhava Sheva Port, Navi Mumbai. A father-son duo importing the goods without permission was arrested under the Customs Act. Walkie-talkies were worth Rs 2.5 crore, and HDDs Rs 6.75 crore.
President Droupadi Murmu greeted the people of Bihar on the state’s formation day, March 22, highlighting their talent and hard work. She praised Bihar’s rich cultural, spiritual, and historical legacy and expressed confidence that its residents will contribute to the state’s and nation’s development. She extended her best wishes for a prosperous future.
The UAE Ministry of Defence reported that its air defences engaged three ballistic missiles and 8 drones from Iran on 21 March, amid ongoing attacks since 28 Feb. To date, 341 missiles, 15 cruise missiles, and 1,748 UAVs have been intercepted. The strikes killed 8, including two military personnel, and injured 160, affecting both UAE […]
Telangana’s total debt, including government guarantees, reached Rs 8 lakh crore by December 2025, says the Socio-Economic Outlook 2026. Since Congress took office in December 2023, the state borrowed Rs 3.19 lakh crore and repaid Rs 3.04 lakh crore, indicating most funds were used to service inherited debt from prior governments.