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The Commissioner of Metro Railway Safety has approved the first stretch of CMRL Phase II, allowing metro services from Poonamallee Bypass to Porur Junction. The 14.6-km Yellow Line section with 10 stations will run trains every 15 minutes, with limited service to Vadapalani. Full frequency and Corridor 5 operations will follow after March 25.
A cracker unit in Vetlapalem village, Kakinada district, Andhra Pradesh, suffered an explosion today, leaving several people feared injured. Around 20 workers were reportedly present at the site when the blast occurred, and some are believed to be trapped. Rescue operations are underway as authorities assess the situation and provide assistance to victims.
The Malankara Orthodox Church welcomed the Prime Minister’s reported support for keeping the Church united. Church head Baselios Mar Thoma Mathews III said Supreme Court rulings also backed unity. His remarks came after the Prime Minister met the Jacobite Church Patriarch. The two factions have been in dispute over church control for decades.
Nine cheetahs from Botswana arrived at Kuno National Park, taking India’s total to 48 under the cheetah revival project. Flown by the Indian Air Force, they will be released into enclosures by Environment Minister Bhupender Yadav. Officials say the addition strengthens conservation efforts, with several cubs born at the park since reintroduction.
Rahul Gandhi alleged the Indo-US interim trade deal would “destroy Indian farmers,” claiming it was rushed despite months of delay over agriculture. He said PM Modi assured Donald Trump of annual US purchases worth ₹9 lakh crore. Gandhi also claimed he was stopped from raising border concerns in Lok Sabha over Gen Manoj Naravane’s memoir.
Donald Trump confirmed the US launched “major combat operations” in Iran after explosions rocked Tehran. Urging Iranians to “take over your government,” he promised immunity to forces that surrender. Israel warned of missile retaliation, while Iran vowed a crushing response. The Indian Embassy advised nationals to remain indoors amid escalating tensions.
PM Benjamin Netanyahu said Israel, with US backing, launched a military operation against Iran to eliminate what he called an “existential threat” and prevent Tehran from obtaining nuclear weapons. Thanking Donald Trump for support, he urged Israelis to brace for retaliation, calling the strike a decisive step against Iran’s leadership and regional aggression.
Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu today launched the HPV vaccination drive in Vizianagaram district. In his presence, a young girl received the Human Papillomavirus vaccine at a community health centre in Raavivalasa village. The initiative aims to prevent cervical cancer and is expected to benefit around 3.4 lakh girls statewide.
The Election Commission of India has started publishing West Bengal’s post-SIR electoral rolls in phases. In Bankura, around 1.18 lakh names were deleted since November’s exercise, reducing the electorate from 30,33,830 to 29,01,009. Hard copies are available in districts like Bankura and Cooch Behar, though online updates are not yet live.
A Nepal-bound Air India Express flight was delayed nearly 18 hours at Bengaluru’s Kempegowda International Airport, sparking protests by around 180 passengers. Travellers alleged poor communication after the aircraft twice failed to land in Kathmandu, first returning to Bengaluru and later diverting to Lucknow, leaving fliers stranded and frustrated.
Telangana plans to replace the GHMC Act with the Core Urban Act for Cyberabad, Malkajgiri, and Greater Hyderabad. CM A Revanth Reddy directed officials to prioritise development, sanitation, road construction, fire safety, food inspections, water harvesting, and proper garbage disposal. All works must meet deadlines, technical standards, and quality norms.
8 cheetahs from Botswana, six females and two males, will arrive at Madhya Pradesh’s Kuno National Park today under India’s cheetah revival program. Transported via IAF aircraft and helicopters, they will quarantine in prepared enclosures. This 3rd African batch raises India’s population to 46, aiming to restore the species extinct for nearly 70 years.
Uday Bhanu Chib was granted bail by the Duty Magistrate at Patiala House Court in the AI Summit protest case. The court denied Delhi Police’s plea for extended custody, citing insufficient grounds. Arrested over a Bharat Mandapam protest, Chib must deposit his passport and surrender electronic devices as bail conditions.
Legendary American singer-songwriter Neil Sedaka, 86, known for hits like “Breaking Up Is Hard to Do,” “Calendar Girl,” and “Laughter in the Rain,” has passed away. A Brill Building icon, he wrote for Elvis and Sinatra, scored three Billboard No. 1s, earned five Grammy nominations, and has a Hollywood Walk of Fame star. He is […]
Legendary American singer-songwriter Neil Sedaka, 86, known for hits like “Breaking Up Is Hard to Do,” “Calendar Girl,” and “Laughter in the Rain,” has passed away. A Brill Building icon, he wrote for Elvis and Sinatra, scored three Billboard No. 1s, earned five Grammy nominations, and has a Hollywood Walk of Fame star. He is […]