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The Punjab Police booked Laljit Singh Bhullar and aides over the suicide of warehousing officer Gagandeep Singh Randhawa, who alleged harassment, assault, and bribery pressure. An FIR cites abetment and intimidation. After the video surfaced, CM Bhagwant Mann sought Bhullar’s resignation and ordered a probe, assuring strict action if charges are proven.
The cargo ship Pyxis Pioneer, carrying LPG from Texas, US, arrived at Mangalore Port today amid gas shortage concerns. The government increased commercial LPG allocation to 50% for priority sectors. Earlier, Aqua Titan, a vessel transporting Russian crude oil, also reached the port, strengthening supplies and easing pressure on energy availability.
Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Defense reported three ballistic missiles near Riyadh early today. Civil Defense issued a warning but withdrew it within seven minutes. One missile was intercepted, while two landed in an uninhabited area. Donald Trump warned Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz within 48 hours or face attacks on power plants amid […]
Rahul Gandhi will launch the Congress campaign in Kerala on March 25 with a rally at Kozhikode Beach ahead of the April 9 Assembly polls. The UDF, buoyed by local poll success, faces the LDF led by Pinarayi Vijayan. Priyanka Gandhi will campaign, while Sonia may skip. Leaders like Siddaramaiah, DK Shivakumar and Revanth Reddy […]
More than 1,500 people have been killed in Iran during the war, state media said, as heavy airstrikes hit Tehran during Ramadan’s end. Iran struck the Diego Garcia base, showing extended missile reach. Its nuclear site was hit again. With unclear damage and leadership visibility, the conflict’s global impact continues raising food and fuel prices.
Iranian ballistic missiles struck southern Israel, hitting Arad and Dimona and injuring about 100 people after air defences failed to intercept some projectiles. Arad saw severe damage with dozens hurt and families evacuated, while Dimona reported over 30 injured. Israel launched investigations into the interception failure as rescue operations continued.
Taiwan’s Ministry of National Defense reported detecting six Chinese naval vessels and one official ship operating near its territorial waters as of 6 AM today. The MND said the ROC Armed Forces closely monitored the activity and responded accordingly, noting no PLA aircraft were detected during the timeframe, so no flight path illustration was provided.
Opposition parties announced a joint gherao of Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann’s residence, demanding the arrest of ex-minister Laljit Singh Bhullar over a warehousing official’s suicide in Amritsar. Leaders, including Haryana CM Nayab Singh Saini, sought a CBI probe. Bhullar resigned from the Cabinet amid mounting political pressure.
Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu today presented a ₹54,928-crore budget for 2026-27 in the state assembly. In his fourth budget, he highlighted the impact of the discontinuation of the revenue deficit grant (RDG) and criticized the BJP for failing to support the state’s financial interests over years.
A recent ASCI ‘What the Sigma?’ study highlights alarming trends among Gen Alpha (7-15 years), showing how deeply the online world is shaping their minds. Children are increasingly unable to distinguish between real and digital content. Many struggle to tell regular videos from promotional content, risking exposure to undisclosed ads and losing judgment.
The vibrant Ramzan night bazaar in Hyderabad’s old city concludes today after a month of lively festivities. Areas around Charminar and Lad Bazaar, known for their late-night shopping buzz, witnessed huge crowds till the final hours. With the festival drawing to a close, the marketplace wraps up, while authorities enforced traffic curbs to manage crowds
West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee-led All India TMC released its first list of 17 candidates for the Assam Assembly elections. The party named Jiten Nag, Tapas Das, Mominur Islam, Rajan Chouhan, Dulu Ahmed, Udangsri Narzary, Arif Akhtar Ahmed, Fazlut Rahman Laskar, and Shahjahan Laskar among key nominees for various constituencies across the state.
West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee accused the BJP-led Centre of trying to “snatch away” citizens’ voting rights through the ongoing electoral roll revision ahead of assembly polls. Speaking after Eid prayers at Kolkata’s Red Road, she vowed TMC will fight to protect democracy and ensure every eligible voter can cast their vote.
A late-night Congress CEC meeting at Mallikarjun Kharge’s Delhi residence reviewed Keralam Assembly candidates in detail. LoP Rahul Gandhi pushed for structured selections based on caste, winnability, and track records. The marathon session resulted in the key decision that no sitting MPs would contest, highlighting the polls’ high priority.
Students at Government Polytechnic Sundernagar in Himachal Pradesh have developed a sonic wave fire extinguisher that uses low-frequency sound to put out flames without water. Ideal for sensitive electronics, it causes no damage and minimal cleanup, showcasing the creativity of Himachal’s young engineers and offering an eco-friendly alternative.