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The Vigilance and Anti-Corruption Bureau (VACB) is probing alleged misappropriation of gold and funds linked to the 2017 Sabarimala temple flagpole installation. Film stars Mohanlal and Dileep, among 27 donors, recorded their statements with the VACB as part of the investigation into the donations made for the temple project.
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney will begin a four-day India visit today to revive strained ties. He will attend business engagements in Mumbai before holding wide-ranging talks with PM Narendra Modi in New Delhi on Monday. Both leaders aim to normalise relations and advance a constructive, forward-looking strategic partnership between India and Canada.
A 4.7-magnitude earthquake struck Sankhuwasabha district in Nepal today. There were no immediate reports of casualties or damage. Residents felt the tremor, but preliminary assessments show the area remained largely unaffected. Authorities continue monitoring for aftershocks, assuring that life and property were not impacted by the quake.
Counting for the Jharkhand Municipal Council elections began, with all eyes on the BJP, expected to replicate its 2018 success. The party campaigned on urban initiatives, while the opposition focused on local grievances. Results from multiple districts will be declared today, providing a key indicator of public sentiment ahead of polls.
Holi 2026 dates vary across India due to a total lunar eclipse on March 3, triggering the ‘sutak’ period. Maharashtra (Mumbai, Pune), Gujarat, Rajasthan (Jaisalmer), and Karnataka (Mangalore) celebrate on March 3, while UP, Delhi, Rajasthan (Jaipur, Kota), Telangana, Tamil Nadu, and others observe it on March 4. The festival’s spirit remains unchanged.
Expelled AIADMK leader O. Panneerselvam (OPS) may join DMK today in Chief Minister MK Stalin’s presence, ahead of Tamil Nadu’s Assembly polls. The three-time former CM will likely contest Bodinayakkanur. Despite hints of rejoining AIADMK, OPS was rejected by Edappadi K. Palaniswami. BJP maintains distance, calling it an internal party matter.
Five people were hospitalized in Indore after a cylinder being cut by a scrap dealer leaked gas, causing severe breathing difficulties. Meanwhile, in Jaunpur, a pipeline gas leak triggered a fire, injuring two. Fire brigades swiftly controlled both incidents, and authorities launched thorough investigations to ensure public safety.
Star sportsman Rinku Singh’s father, Khachandra Singh, passed away after a brave fight against stage 4 liver cancer. His death is a huge personal loss for Rinku and his family. Khachandra Singh’s illness and passing have deeply affected Rinku, leading him to leave the T20 World Cup squad to be with his loved ones during […]
The Telangana govt will launch its third power distribution company (DISCOM) from April 1. Serving 30 lakh consumers, the new utility will manage free power supply to agriculture and lift irrigation schemes. Authorities have introduced power ambulances for swift outage response and implemented a feeder outage management system for real-time monitoring.
Surya Kant will arrive in Tirupati tomorrow for a significant two-day official visit. During his stay, he will ceremonially lay the foundation stone for the new district court complex at Daminedu on March 1, an important step toward modernizing judicial infrastructure and enhancing public access to efficient justice services.
All petrol in India must contain up to 20% ethanol and a minimum RON of 95, advancing greener fuels and reducing oil imports from April 1. Most 2023-25 vehicles are E20-ready, though older models may see efficiency drops. While boosting farmers and energy security, maize-based ethanol expansion raises long-term food security and nutrition concerns.
The Supreme Court slammed tribunals as a “headache” for the government and a “liability” for the judiciary, citing lack of accountability and expertise. CJI Surya Kant urged the Centre to prevent functional crises, reform appointments, and set up a National Tribunals Commission within four months to ensure independence, transparency, and uniformity.
The Gauhati High Court issued a notice to Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma over repeated hate speeches against Muslims, citing a “fissiparous tendency.” Petitions highlighted his derogatory use of ‘Miya’ and a BJP video showing him aiming at animated Muslim figures with captions like ‘point blank shot’ and ‘No Mercy.’ The case will be heard […]
The CBI has registered a fresh case against Anil Ambani and Reliance Communications, alleging a ₹2,223.17 crore fraud on Bank of Baroda between 2013 and 2017. Following earlier ED action, Ambani appeared in Delhi today, responding to fresh summons issued for today, February 26, after he missed a scheduled deposition last week, as the investigation […]
Just a day before release, “The Kerala Story 2” faces legal trouble. The Kerala HC has ordered a 15-day stay on its Feb 27 release after petitions challenged CBFC certification. Justice Bechu Kurien Thomas noted the petitioner’s concerns seem genuine and highlighted that CBFC likely ignored guidelines, prompting the court’s intervention before final clearance.