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Mar 10, 2026, 05:57 PM
Priyanka Gandhi Vadra Takes on Central Government in Lok Sabha, Sparks Political Heat

Priyanka Gandhi Vadra Takes on Central Government in Lok Sabha, Sparks Political Heat

New Delhi: The second half of the Budget Session of Parliament today witnessed high political heat in the Lok Sabha. Wayanad MP Priyanka Gandhi Vadra, during her speech, launched a scathing attack on the central government. She asserted that Leader of the Opposition Rahul Gandhi has never bowed down to this government in the last 12 years and the government is unable to digest the truth spoken by him. Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju, while praising Priyanka Gandhi during the debate, took a jibe at the Congress, saying that the performance of the Congress would have been better if Priyanka had been made the leader of the opposition instead of Rahul. She added, "Priyanka ji at least sits in the house, listens and laughs." Replying to this comment, Priyanka said, "I was laughing because BJP leaders who criticise Nehru day and night, today are taking Nehru's words to justify their arguments."
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Mar 10, 2026, 05:48 PM
Gujarat BJP Hits Back at Congress Allegations, Slams Party's Lack of Workers

Gujarat BJP Hits Back at Congress Allegations, Slams Party's Lack of Workers

Gandhinagar: An important press conference was held today at the Gujarat state BJP office'Shree Kamalam '. In which BJP's chief spokesperson Dr. Anilbhai Patel hit back at the allegations made by the Congress as baseless. The meeting was also attended by state general secretary Dr. Prashantbhai Korat and state media convenor Prashantbhai Vala. Questions on corruption and ethics: Dr. Anilbhai Patel took a dig at the Congress chief's press conference, saying that the party's national leadership, which is out on bail from the Supreme Court on corruption charges worth crores, has no moral right to speak about corruption. The leaders whose corruption the public has given them are talking about development today is ridiculous. Congress lacks workers and is forced to have QR codes: Speaking about the upcoming local elections, he said that the Congress does not have in fact 10,000 active workers to find 15 QR codes.
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Mar 10, 2026, 05:43 PM
Global Unrest Causes Brass Industry Crisis in Jamnagar

Global Unrest Causes Brass Industry Crisis in Jamnagar

Globally, due to the ongoing war between Iran, Israel and America, the famous brass industry of the'Brass City'Jamnagar is facing a serious crisis. Due to the sea routes being affected, the containers of brass scrap imported from abroad are stuck halfway, which has created an acute shortage of raw materials in the domestic market. As the brass industry of Jamnagar is dependent on imported scrap up to 70 percent, the supply chain is disrupted, prices are expected to skyrocket and the wheels of the industry are likely to come to a halt. If the international situation does not normalize in the coming days, the livelihood of thousands of workers may be at great risk. Global unrest like the Iran-Israel war has caused a huge crisis in the plastic and packaging industry of Saurashtra. According to the Rajkot Plastic Manufacturers Association, due to the extraordinary increase in the price of raw materials and acute shortage, about 2000 plastic factories have been closed in Saurashtra, thousands of workers have been laid off, the packaging industry of Morbi has also increased the price of raw materials by 10 percent, and the shipping industry has declared a recession.
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Mar 10, 2026, 05:37 PM
New Governor Jishnu Dev Varma Takes Oath in Maharashtra

New Governor Jishnu Dev Varma Takes Oath in Maharashtra

Mumbai: Jishnu Dev Varma has been formally sworn in as the new Governor of Maharashtra today at the historic Lok Bhawan in the financial capital Mumbai. He took oath as the Governor of the state in a grand ceremony. Present on the occasion were many veteran leaders and administrative officials of Maharashtra including Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde and Sunetra Pawar. Verma was selected for an important state like Maharashtra under the major reshuffle of governors across the country by President Droupadi Murmu. ΰͺ›ΰ«‡.ΰͺ­ΰͺ΅ΰ«ΰͺ― Governor Jishnu Dev Varma arrived in Mumbai yesterday with his wife Sudha Dev Varma. Mumbai Mayor Ritu Tawde and Police Commissioner Deven Bharti were present to receive him at the airport, along with the Chief Minister and Deputy Chief Minister. He has been traditionally received with a guard of honour. Jishnu Dev Varma is a tall leader from North-East India. He belongs to the royal family of Tripura and is considered one of the senior-most leaders of the Bharatiya Janata Party. He was born on 15 August 1957 in Agartala. He has also served as the Deputy Chief Minister of Tripura with extensive experience in the field of finance, tourism and rural development.
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Mar 10, 2026, 05:27 PM
NDA Members Criticize Opposition's No-Confidence Motion Against Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla

NDA Members Criticize Opposition's No-Confidence Motion Against Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla

Calling the Opposition’s no-confidence motion against Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla as β€œspectacle without substance, anarchy disguised as principle”, NDA members on Tuesday targeted Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi and praised Birla for being impartial and giving opportunities to Opposition MPs to express their views Initiating the debate on behalf of the Treasury benches, Union Parliamentary Affairs Kiren Rijiju quoted former PMs Jawaharlal Nehru and Rajiv Gandhi to reiterate that the decision of the Speaker is final and should be accepted by all members. He also claimed that 50 Opposition MPs β€œhad told him personally that they were not happy with the resolution” against Birla but β€œhad to support it because of political compulsion.” Targeting Gandhi, Rijiju alleged that he often skips proceedings to go abroad during sessions and leaves after his speech, disregarding the rules of the House, which, he said, shows his β€œimmaturity”. β€œHe never listens to others speak… Have you seen an LoP like this?”, he said, adding that Congress MP Priyanka Gandhi Vadra could be a β€œbetter” LoP but β€œwasn’t given a chance by the Congress”. Rijiju said: β€œI felt bad when the LoP stood here and said he doesn’t need anyone’s permission to speak in the House. He said it is his right to speak in the House… You may be the PM, minister or LoP. But everyone needs permission from the Speaker to speak in the House. Then, you will say your mic isn’t on.” Without naming Gandhi, Rijiju said the Congress leader has shown immaturity by hugging PM Modi in the House and also winking at his party colleagues during a serious debate. The minister quoted statistics to respond to the Opposition’s charge of partisanship against Birla, saying he has given more opportunity to Opposition MPs to ask supplementary questions and to raise matters of public importance. β€œIn the 17th Lok Sabha, there was 97% productivity. In the 18th Lok Sabha, 93.33 percent productivity,” said Rijiju. β€œThe BJP has never stooped so low,” BJP MP Nishikant Dubey said, recounting earlier incidents in the House. Referring to a confrontation involving Mamata Banerjee when she was an MP, Dubey said she was β€œharassed in this House by CPM MPs,” and the Opposition, led by L K Advani, had escorted her out of the House. β€œWe didn’t throw papers at the Speaker,” he said, referring to the then Speaker Somnath Chatterjee. Training his guns on Gandhi, Dubey said, β€œThey are speaking about LoP’s rights. But from 1947 to 1977 there was no system to choose LoP… Rahul Gandhi… has lost 95 elections… Those born in the Gandhi family are PMs in waiting, not LoPs. It is this desperation that has resulted in this resolution.” Defending Birla, he said, β€œHe has never done injustice to anyone. Today, if it’s a question of defending his dignity, the entire NDA will stand by him,” he said. TDP MP Lavu Sri Krishna Devarayalu termed the motion an attempt to create β€œa political spectacle and anarchy”. β€œLike every party, we also have some concerns…but we engage through dialogue, we resolve through cooperation, we don’t design these motions which are designed to fail… we don’t create anarchy and blame the Chair,” he said. β€œThis motion is a spectacle without substance, anarchy disguised as principle and hypocrisy dressed as accountability; it must be rejected. I request not just NDA members but also INDIA bloc members to vote against this motion,” he said. Panchayati Raj Minister Rajiv Ranjan Singh alleged that the motion was aimed at β€œplacating one particular leader” and a last-resort bid by the Opposition to β€œput the Speaker under pressure”. β€œIn my opinion, there should be an impeachment motion against the Leader of Opposition instead of the Speaker,” he said. Union Minister Chirag Paswan said the Opposition had to β€œresort to the motion” since they have no issues left, given the government’s policies. β€œAll that they could find of importance was this and that too against the Speaker,” he said. β€œYou talk about your right to talk, but what about your duties? While opposing the PM you started opposing the country,” he said, targeting the Congress for a protest by its youth wing workers at the Global AI Summit. Shiv Sena MP Shrikant Shinde appreciated Birla for giving β€œmore time” to the Opposition than the Treasury to speak.
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Mar 10, 2026, 05:13 PM
West Asia Tensions Escalate Amid US-Iran Conflict

West Asia Tensions Escalate Amid US-Iran Conflict

Tensions in West Asia are increasing day by day. Continuous attacks on Iran from the US and Israel and Iran's retaliatory actions have made the conflict more serious. The situation in the region has been tense for the last eleven days and there have been incidents of missile attacks on American bases in the Gulf region from Iran. Meanwhile, there have been attempts at diplomatic discussions to establish peace, but Iran's Foreign Minister Seyyed Abbas Araghchi has ruled out the possibility of renewed talks with the US. Iran's Foreign Minister Seyyed Abbas Araghchi said in an interview that trust has been broken after previous talks with the US. According to him, in June last year, Iran and the United States were discussing the nuclear issue, but Iran was attacked despite the talks. Due to this, the possibility of starting a new dialogue with the US is very low. Araghchi further said that this year also there was an assurance from the US that there would be no attack and that a peaceful solution to the nuclear issue would also be found.
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Mar 10, 2026, 05:11 PM
Airlines Seize Opportunity Amid West Asia Disruption

Airlines Seize Opportunity Amid West Asia Disruption

As geopolitical tensions in West Asia disrupt one of the world’s key aviation corridors, European and Southeast Asian airlines are seizing the opportunity to establish direct flights between key cities in both regions. Airlines such as Lufthansa, Singapore Airlines, China Eastern Airlines, Cathay Pacific, and Air India are capitalising on the situation by enhancing connectivity between Europe and Southeast Asian destinations. Lufthansa announced plans to launch five weekly flights between Frankfurt and Kuala Lumpur starting October 2026, marking the first direct service to Malaysia from any Lufthansa Group home market. Cathay Pacific expanded its European network to 11 destinations with new routes to Munich and Brussels, increasing weekly flights from 78 to 93. Similarly, China Eastern Airlines opened a Xi’an-Vienna connection in April and now operates to 12 European airports nonstop from Shanghai, controlling roughly 83 per cent of Europe-China capacity. Singapore Airlines confirmed 2,270 weekly passenger flights for summer 2026, restoring 86 per cent of pre-pandemic capacity with expanded services to Frankfurt, Paris and Rome. Air India added 78 flights between March 10 and March 18 to New York, London, Frankfurt, Paris, Amsterdam and Zurich, creating 17,660 additional seats on routes that bypass Middle Eastern airspace. The expansion of European and Southeast Asian airlines comes in the wake of military strikes by the U.S. and Israel on Iran, which have prompted Iranian retaliatory actions and widespread airspace closures in the West Asian region. Major airports such as Dubai International, Abu Dhabi’s Zayed International, and Doha’s Hamad International have experienced significant disruptions, leading to the grounding of flights for Emirates, Qatar Airways, and Etihad for several days. Since the onset of the conflict, over 27,000 flights have been cancelled, impacting approximately 1.5 million passengers and compelling airlines worldwide to suspend or reroute numerous flights. Linus Benjamin Bauer, founder of aviation consultancy BAA & Partners, said the disruption creates short-term advantages for carriers operating direct services. He added that Asian airlines may see benefits, including higher ticket prices and stronger cargo rates, but cautioned that β€œfundamentally, this is a redistribution of aviation demand, not a structural reorganisation of the global aviation network”. However, for Indian airlines like Air India and IndiGo, the disruption is compounded by Pakistan’s decision to close its airspace to Indian-registered aircraft. This closure forces Indian carriers to take longer, circuitous routes to Europe and North America, adding hundreds of kilometres and up to four or five hours of additional flying time to journeys. Air India has been forced to incorporate technical stops in cities such as Rome or Egypt for refuelling on routes to the United States. Nuvama Research noted that these airspace restrictions put Indian airlines at a β€œstrategic disadvantage,” forcing them to either accept lower margins or lose passengers to foreign rivals. In contrast, Western airlines such as Lufthansa and United remain largely unaffected by the Pakistan closure because that airspace remains open to them. This access allows European carriers to fly shorter, more fuel-efficient routes between Europe and Southeast Asian cities. Chinese carriers have gained an additional advantage by retaining access to Russian airspace, which European airlines lost after Russia’s 2022 invasion of Ukraine. Flights from Europe to Asia via Russian routes are two to four hours shorter than alternatives, cutting fuel costs and travel time. Historically, West Asian airports have served as crucial transit points, handling around one-third of the approximately 125 million passengers travelling annually between Europe and Asia. However, with these hubs operating at reduced capacity or being temporarily closed, travellers are increasingly turning to carriers that offer nonstop flights or connections through alternative hubs in Turkey, the Caucasus, or southern routes via Egypt and Saudi Arabia. The demand for travel between Europe and Southeast Asia has also been on the rise, and the Asian tourism market is projected to reach a value of around $39.52 billion by 2026. Further growth is also anticipated, with an expected compound annual growth rate of 11.27 per cent through 2031. Asia accounted for 31.7 per cent of the global international travel demand in the first half of 2026, marking the highest share reported in over a decade, according to travel intelligence firm Mabrian. In 2024, Southeast Asia welcomed over 120 million international visitors. Airfares on certain Asia-Europe routes have also skyrocketed, with some prices increasing by as much as 900 per cent. Chai Eamsiri, chief executive of Thai Airways, last week said that his airline has seen increased bookings on direct European routes as passengers who previously connected through the Middle East switch to nonstop services. β€œMany flights are now close to full, with fares moving under dynamic pricing in response to heavy demand,” Eamsiri said. For example, last-minute one-way economy tickets from London to Singapore have soared to $8,540, in stark contrast to typical prices that are often below $1,000 at the end of the month. Similarly, fares from Bangkok to London have surged to over 70,000 baht, up from an average of 30,000 baht, with seats already fully booked through mid-March.
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Mar 10, 2026, 04:56 PM
T20 World Cup Victory Sparks Controversy Over Team India's Temple Visit

T20 World Cup Victory Sparks Controversy Over Team India's Temple Visit

MUMBAI: Team India's historic win over New Zealand in the T20 World Cup has created a Diwali-like atmosphere across the country, but the celebration of this victory has now turned into a political arena. The controversy started when the winning team reached the famous Hanuman temple in Ahmedabad with the trophy. Former cricketer and politician Kirti Azad raised questions on social media criticizing this, to which actress and BJP leader Khushbu Sundar reacted strongly. Kirti Azad's accusation is? Kirti Azad, who was a member of the 1983 World Cup winning team, called this temple visit of Team India'shameful '. He tweeted and wrote, "When we won the cup under the captaincy of Kapil Dev in 1983, there were Hindus, Muslims, Sikhs and Christians in our team. This trophy belongs to the whole of India, not just one religion. Why is the trophy taken only to the temple? Why not to the mosque, church or gurudwara?
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Mar 10, 2026, 04:42 PM
Dubai Real Estate Market Expects Short-Term Moderation Due to West Asia Conflict

Dubai Real Estate Market Expects Short-Term Moderation Due to West Asia Conflict

Bengaluru: The West Asia conflict is likely to cause a short-term sales moderation as buyers have paused purchases, especially off-plan units by Indian developers. However, Dubai 's resilient fundamentals and 6-8 per cent yields suggest a quick recovery post-clarity. ANYTIME, ANYWHERE. Experience a more refined e-paper today READ NOW ADVERTISEMENT ADVERTISEMENT "At this point, we do not expect a structural downturn. That said, the situation remains fluid and is influenced by factors and people who are not necessarily very predictable," said Prashant Thakur, Executive Director & Head - Research Advisory, ANAROCK Group. Dubai’s real estate market depends heavily on international investors and expatriate residents. Any perception of rising geopolitical risk can lead investors to temporarily adopt a wait-and-watch approach. Such sentiment shifts typically affect off-plan purchases and speculative investments first, as these segments are more sensitive to market confidence, Thakur said. ANAROCK data shows Indians dominated Dubai's residential market in 2025, accounting for 23 per cent of foreign transactions (up from 12 per cent in 2023). Indians and people of Indian origin accounted for housing purchases worth Rs 85,000-95,000 crore of the $250 billion in total real estate deals across all asset classes. ADVERTISEMENT ADVERTISEMENT Real estate developers also expect a recalibration in prices as buyers opt for a β€˜wait and watch’ scenario. Vickram Anand, MD, Emperors Capital Services, Dubai, said, β€œThe current β€˜wait-and-see’ sentiment, triggered by regional geopolitics, has created a healthy recalibration, particularly in the luxury and off-plan segments, where we anticipate selective 20–25 per cent price adjustments. This is not a downturn; it is a rare tactical entry point for serious investors." β€œMy advice is clear: existing investors should hold, while those on the sidelines should view the next few months as one of the strongest windows we have seen since 2020 to deploy capital at scale,” he added. The recent flare-up between Iran and Israel has understandably created nervousness among investors worldwide, including those looking to invest in Dubai, said Abhishek Raj, Founder & CEO of Jenika Ventures. Bengaluru-based developer Puravankara is witnessing an uptick in enquiries from NRIs looking to buy a home back in India while continuing to work in Dubai. Also Read:Lara Dutta says situation in Dubai is "scary" but she hasn't felt "unsafe" Also Read:Lara Dutta says situation in Dubai is "scary" but she hasn't felt "unsafe" "It is too early, and we don’t think such decisions will be made so soon. Puravankara has seen an uptick in enquiries from NRIs, but this could be attributed to the fact that we are in the middle of project launches, rather than regional developments. We believe that eventually, some people who earlier wished to stay permanently in Dubai or other cities in the UAE may reconsider their decision. They could choose to own a home in India while continuing to work there," said Mallanna Sasalu, CEO-South, Puravankara Limited. Dhruv Sarkar, Chief Business Operations & Sahil Marshall, Chief Wealth Maker at Bhaarat Wealth Group, said increased geopolitical tensions in West Asia, especially in markets like Dubai and the UAE, frequently cause investors to reevaluate the security of their capital. An estimated 35–40 per cent of property purchases in Dubai's real estate market are made by Indian investors, who contribute significantly to the flow of capital into these areas. A portion of this capital tends to return to domestic opportunities during uncertain times. Some of the prominent Grade-A Indian developers with presence in Dubai/UAE include Sobha Group, Shapoorji Pallonji Real Estate, Sunteck Realty, and Casagrand among others. Aditya John, Founder & Director, HowToDXB Real Estate, said investor sentiment is currently dented, and a slowdown in housing sales across Dubai and other UAE cities is imminent in the short term. ADVERTISEMENT Published 10 March 2026, 22:12 IST Dubai Real Estate West Asia housing Middle East Follow us on : Follow Us Read More
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Mar 10, 2026, 04:39 PM
Rajasthan Assembly Sees Confrontation Over Gas Cylinder Price Hike and Supply Disruption

Rajasthan Assembly Sees Confrontation Over Gas Cylinder Price Hike and Supply Disruption

JAIPUR: The escalating tensions involving have begun to , triggering political confrontation in Rajasthan. The issue rocked the Rajasthan Legislative Assembly on Tuesday, where Congress MLAs created a ruckus over the recent gas cylinder price hike and the reported disruption in the supply of commercial LPG cylinders before staging a walkout. Raising the issue during Zero Hour, Congress MLA Amit Chachan accused the government of increasing the financial burden on the public at a time of crisis. He said the rise in gas prices has doubled the pressure on households and businesses and demanded that the government provide relief through subsidies. Leader of the Opposition, Tikaram Jully, also demanded a statement from the government in the House on the situation arising from the increase in LPG prices and the reported non-supply of commercial cylinders. β€œThe price of gas cylinders was increased only yesterday. Now there are reports that an unannounced ban has been imposed on commercial cylinders. The government should clarify the situation and tell the public whether it will provide relief,” Jully said, adding that the opposition was walking out because the government was not responding to the issue. Earlier during Question Hour, a heated exchange took place between Jully and Food Minister Sumit Godara over the price hike. Jully questioned whether the government would provide subsidy to reduce the burden on the public. Responding to the remarks, Godara said the increase in LPG prices was linked to developments in the international market. Rajasthan Pradesh Congress Committee (PCC) chief Govind Singh Dotasara also targeted both the central and state governments over the shortage of gas cylinders in the state.
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Mar 10, 2026, 04:37 PM
Mamata Banerjee Ends Sit-In Protest After Supreme Court Order Establishes Independent Tribunal

Mamata Banerjee Ends Sit-In Protest After Supreme Court Order Establishes Independent Tribunal

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Tuesday ended her sit-in for the fifth day against the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of the electoral rolls. She welcomed the Supreme Court order directing the setting up of an independent appellate tribunal to hear appeals of those whose names have been deleted or are under consideration. The tribunal will be headed by a former high court judge. Mamata said the sit-in is being temporarily suspended and the Trinamool Congress will monitor the situation. Mamata Banerjee called it a victory for the people of Bengal, as a new ray of hope has now been kindled for names deleted on the grounds of logical inconsistency. Mamata cited two major reasons for starting the sit-in - first, removing names of voters arbitrarily and second - ensuring addition of names of genuine voters to the rolls. She clarified that the petition in the Supreme Court has been filed by her as an ordinary citizen, and not as the chief minister. CM Banerjee accused the BJP of influencing the Election Commission and said that the door was now closed, with the tribal commission and the Matuas demanding justice.
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Mar 10, 2026, 04:34 PM
India's PM Modi Convenes Emergency Meeting Amid LPG Gas Shortage Caused by Middle East Tensions

India's PM Modi Convenes Emergency Meeting Amid LPG Gas Shortage Caused by Middle East Tensions

Amid rising tensions in West Asia, the war-like situation created after the Israeli and US attacks is now having a direct impact on India. ΰͺ›ΰ«‡.ΰͺˆΰͺ°ΰͺΎΰͺ¨ The supply disruption from the vital sea route Hormuz Strait is causing a shortage of LPG gas in the country. In view of this serious situation, Prime Minister Modi has called an urgent high-level meeting and has given strict instructions to maintain the supply of gas for domestic consumers. According to reports, the meeting chaired by Prime Minister Modi was attended by External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar and Petroleum Minister Hardeep Singh Puri. During the meeting, the supply chain options disrupted due to the situation in Hormuz Strait were discussed. The main focus of the central government is on maintaining the supply of LPG gas to ordinary citizens of the country. At present, the central government's main focus is on maintaining the availability of gas cylinders to domestic consumers. This has reduced the supply to industrial units and the commercial sector.
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Mar 10, 2026, 04:23 PM
US-Israel-Iran Conflict Enters 11th Day: Iran's Retaliation Continues with Low-Cost Drones

US-Israel-Iran Conflict Enters 11th Day: Iran's Retaliation Continues with Low-Cost Drones

The war between the US, Israel, and Iran has entered its 11th day. While the US and Israel continue to strike, Iran continues to retaliate. In the midst of all this, there are no signs that Iran has any shortage of weapons. The IRGC continues to target American bases in the Middle East, Israel, and the Gulf countries with pinpoint accuracy. By using low-cost drones (costing about $35,000), Iran has ensured that the US and its Gulf allies take heavy losses. Moreover, the way Iran is retaliating and attacking US bases throughout the Middle East shows that it was ready for war. For this, it had prepared a huge stockpile of conventional ballistic missiles in addition to 136 Shahid drones. In the war so far, the US and its allies have suffered losses, and the world has come to grips with an energy crisis. Israel's role in the war, especially in the state-of-the-art oil tanker concept, has come to an end.
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Mar 10, 2026, 04:22 PM
Mutual Fund Industry Sees First Monthly Drop Since November; Equity Schemes Record Net Inflows

Mutual Fund Industry Sees First Monthly Drop Since November; Equity Schemes Record Net Inflows

The mutual fund industry saw a 3.9% month-on-month drop in collections through systematic investment plans in February – from Rs 31,002 crore to Rs 29,845 crore. This was the first monthly drop since November. The contributing SIP accounts have also seen a decline of about 4.8 million from 99.2 million to 94.4 million. Interestingly, inflows into gold exchange-traded funds, which was at a record high net in January, was subdued at Rs 5,255 crore – down 78%. Silver ETFs registered outflows of Rs 826 crore β€” the first time since November 2023. Venkat Chalasani, Chief Executive, AMFI explained, β€œThe marginal moderation compared to recent months is primarily due to February being a shorter month, with some end-of-month SIP instalments typically getting processed in early March.” The net assets under management of the industry have increased by 1.25% from Rs 81.01 lakh crore to Rs 82.03 lakh crore in February. Overall, equity schemes recorded net inflows of Rs 25,978 crore in the month, upby 8.1% from Rs 24,029 crore in January. Mid and small caps saw high investor participation during the month. While net inflows in mid cap schemes increased from Rs 3,185 crore to Rs 4,003 crore, small cap scheme saw a rise from Rs 2,942 crore to Rs 3,881 crore on a MoM basis. Sectoral and thematic funds also registered a sharp increase in inflows from Rs. 1,043 crore to Rs. 2,987 crore in February. Ovas Bakshi, head, retail sales, Kotak Mahindra AMC said that strong equity flows suggest continued retail investor confidence in the markets with strong inflows in mid, small and large cap reflecting sustained investor appetite for growth-oriented segments. He added that strong inflows in sectoral and thematic funds indicate that investors are taking tactical positions in specific themes. Akhil Chaturvedi, Chief Business Officer, Motilal Oswal AMC added that the monthly numbers show that net sales momentum in mutual funds remained healthy with mid and small cap funds seeing continued investor interest. In hybrid category, multi asset allocation schemes have continued to see high net inflows of Rs 8,476 crore. Arbitrage funds have seen a substantial decline in their net inflows Rs 592 crore in February. Debt schemes have seen a substantial decline in their net inflows mostly due to decline in net inflows in overnight schemes from Rs. 46,280 crore net inflows in January to net outflows of Rs. 14,006 crore in February. Liquid funds have seen the highest increase in net inflows in the category from Rs. 30,681 crore in January 2026 to Rs. 59,077 crore in February 2026. Vaibhav Chugh, CEO, Abakkus Mutual Fund said, β€œThough the markets have been volatile because of geo-political situation, the investors have become more aware about valuation corrections and thus small and mid caps continue to attract flows.” He added that the decline in inflows in gold ETFs may indicate some money is rotating back to equities because of equity price corrections. Despite February having fewer days which slightly impacted the SIP, the underlying sentiment remains robust with folio growth.
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Mar 10, 2026, 04:19 PM
Trump Plays Down Division with VP Vance Over Iran Military Campaign

Trump Plays Down Division with VP Vance Over Iran Military Campaign

US President Donald Trump on Monday sought to play down any serious division between himself and Vice President JD Vance over the US military campaign in Iran . Trump acknowledged that Vance was β€œphilosophically a little bit different” than him in his approach to the war, but stressed that the two leaders remain aligned on the broader goals of the military operation, according to WRAL News. Speaking to reporters at his golf club in Doral, Florida, Trump said Vance was β€œmaybe less enthusiastic about going” into the conflict initially, although he insisted there was no real disagreement between them. The POTUS maintained that his decision to launch airstrikes against Iran carried out in concert with Israeli forces was necessary, saying β€œI felt it was something we had to do” and that he β€œdidn’t feel we had a choice.” Vance had reportedly remained silent for almost 72 hours since the war began, aside from reposting official administration content. The silence prompted speculation across Washington that there had been a split between Vance and Trump. β€œWhere the hell is JD Vance? Where is he?” Marjorie Taylor Greene, the former congresswoman, asked on Megyn Kelly’s show last Monday. Vance later broke his silence on Fox News, defending what he described as a limited strike with specific goals. β€œThe president has clearly defined what he wants to accomplish,” he said. β€œThere’s just no way Donald Trump is going to allow this country to get into a multiyear conflict with no clear end in sight and no clear objective,” he said. Notably, prior to the war, Vance had argued against long‑term entanglements in the Middle East, saying there was β€œno chance” the US would be drawn into another protracted conflict similar to Iraq or Afghanistan. Many Republican lawmakers and conservative activists had also expressed unease over the military action, which has reignited debates about America’s role abroad and the cost of foreign entanglements.
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Mar 10, 2026, 04:15 PM
IndiGo Flight Stranded in Egypt for 34 Hours After Rerouting Attempt Fails

IndiGo Flight Stranded in Egypt for 34 Hours After Rerouting Attempt Fails

Mumbai: Over 300 passengers aboard IndiGo flight 6E-2 from London to Mumbai are finally expected to depart from Cairo International Airport at 11pm tonight, ending a grueling 34-hour ordeal that left them stranded in Egypt following a series of geopolitical and regulatory complications. Hilton Accommodation Provided After Diplomatic Clearance The passengers were provided accommodation at a Hilton Hotel in Cairo after a long diplomatic procedure at the airport which continued till late evening on Monday. The flight is expected to resume its journey from Egypt to India late Tuesday evening as it is scheduled to depart from Cairo at 11pm, marking the end of a nearly day-and-a-half-long delay. The aircraft is expected to arrive at its scheduled destination at Mumbai’s Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport at around 6am on Wednesday, concluding the 18hr flight after 51 hours. The Free Press Journal had reported on Tuesday that the flight, which was traveling from London Heathrow to Mumbai, is operated via Boeing 787 Dreamliner aircraft leased from Norway’s Norse Atlantic Airways. The service had only just restarted on Sunday after a week-long suspension triggered by escalating tensions in the Middle East. Rerouting Via Africa to Avoid Conflict Zones Backfires The trouble began in the early hours of March 9 after it departed from London at 3am, attempting a newly designed longer route via Djibouti in Africa to avoid conflict zones. This rerouting, intended to bypass restricted areas, added over 100 nautical miles to the journey, making the Mumbai-London corridor approximately 28% longer than usual. However, while over the Red Sea at approximately 8.50am, the aircraft was forced to make a u-turn and ultimately diverted to Cairo, touching down at 11.51am. Passengers had reported a harrowing experience upon landing as the crew initially provided conflicting information, suggesting a return to London before announcing a refueling stop in Cairo. The situation escalated when the aircraft remained stationary on the tarmac for over seven hours while the passengers were barred from deplaning as the airline scrambled to negotiate with Egyptian regional authorities. The delay in deplaning was reportedly due to a lack of valid Egyptian visas, as the passengers had not intended to land in the country. The Indian Embassy in Egypt eventually intervened to coordinate with local officials. By the time diplomatic clearances were secured, the flight crew had exhausted their legal duty hours, rendering them unable to fly the aircraft to its final destination. Late in the evening, authorities began the process of sorting passengers by nationality to clear them for temporary entry into the country.
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Gandhinagar: Elections Announced for Legislative Assembly Committees

Gandhinagar: Elections Announced for Legislative Assembly Committees

Gandhinagar: Elections have been announced for various committees of the Legislative Assembly. The process of appointment of 15-15 members to the Estimates Committee, Public Accounts Committee, Public Enterprises and Panchayati Raj Committee of the Legislative Assembly is underway. ΰͺ§ΰͺ°ΰͺΎΰͺΆΰ«‡17.03.2026ΰͺ¨ΰͺΎ is the last date for filing nominations while ΰͺ€ΰͺΎ.18.03.2026 will scrutinize the nominations while March 23 is the last date for withdrawal of candidature.
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Mar 10, 2026, 03:59 PM
US Warns Russia to Stay Out of Middle East Conflict Amid Rising Tensions

US Warns Russia to Stay Out of Middle East Conflict Amid Rising Tensions

The rhetoric from the US continues amid the ongoing war with Iran. Trump or no one else is not backing down from threatening anyone, that is, attacking someone with a cannon every time. Meanwhile, US Secretary of War Pete Hegseth has warned Russia not to intervene in the conflict amid rising tensions in the Middle East. He said Russia should stay out of the ongoing confrontation between Iran, the US, and Israel. Hegseth made the statement during a Pentagon press briefing on Tuesday. He was asked about a recent telephone conversation between US President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin. Hegseth said the conversation between Trump and Putin was "strong and positive," in which the prospect of peace over the Ukraine war was also discussed. He said the conversation also made clear that Russia should not get involved in the ongoing conflict in the Middle East. He said that Russia's relationship with world leaders is "strong," and that the possibility of a Russian-Ukrainian peace talks is also a strong possibility.
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Indian Government Clarifies Stance on Separate Pay Revision Mechanism for CPSE Employees

Indian Government Clarifies Stance on Separate Pay Revision Mechanism for CPSE Employees

New Delhi: Another big news has come out regarding the 8th Pay Commission. The government has clarified its stand on the demand for a separate pay revision mechanism for employees of Central Public Sector Enterprises (CPSEs). Minister of State for Finance Pankaj Chaudhary replied to a question in Lok Sabha on this issue. MP Laxmikant Pappu Nishad asked this question. He sought a reply from the government on the pay revision of 800,000 CPSE employees with effect from 2027. Minister of State for Finance Pankaj Chaudhary said in Lok Sabha that there is no proposal under consideration to constitute a separate and institutionalized Pay Revision Committee (PRC) for non-executive employees and officers below the board level working in CPSEs. MP Laxmikant Pappu Nishad also asked if the government accepts that the pay revision process, bonus / PRP formula, allowances and percentage of benefits and profit sharing pattern of officers and staff in CPSEs varies significantly from one CPSE to another and in response to the same question, Pankaj Chaudhary said that the state government is taking steps to standardize the pay structure for non-executive employees working in CPSEs.
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BJP Issues Three-Line Whip to Lok Sabha MPs Ahead of Crucial Legislative Business

BJP Issues Three-Line Whip to Lok Sabha MPs Ahead of Crucial Legislative Business

The Bharatiya Janata Party has issued a three-line whip to all its Lok Sabha MPs. The three-line whip, signed by BJP Parliamentary Party Chief Whip Dr. Sanjay Jaiswal, states that on March 11, some very important legislative business will be passed in the Lok Sabha. Therefore, it is mandatory for all BJP MPs to be present in the House throughout the day and give strong support to the government's stand. The whip clearly states that MPs must be present in the House throughout the day to strengthen the government's position. The Bharatiya Janata Party has issued a whip to all its Lok Sabha MPs regarding the opposition's no-confidence motion against Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla. The whip directs MPs to be present in the House throughout the day on Wednesday and support the government's stand. The three-line whip, issued by BJP's Chief Soldier Dr. Sanjay Jaiswal, clarifies that the presence of MPs should not be merely ceremonial, but should be to positively endorse the government's position. Under parliamentary rules, MPs can face disciplinary action for breach of whip, etc. The whip has been issued by the All India Democratic Front (AIADMK), All India Democratic Front (AIADMK), All India Democratic Front (
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CM Devendra Fadnavis Delivers Keynote at Lokmat Maharashtrian of the Year Awards 2026

CM Devendra Fadnavis Delivers Keynote at Lokmat Maharashtrian of the Year Awards 2026

CM Devendra Fadnavis Speech, Lokmat Maharashtrian of the Year Awards 2026: Maharashtra's most talked about event Lokmat Maharashtrian of the Year Awards 2026 was held on Tuesday at Gateway of India in Mumbai. The ceremony was attended by many dignitaries from across the state including Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde, veteran actor Aamir Khan, Vicky Kaushal.
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West Bengal's Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar Emphasizes Peaceful Assembly Elections, Evades Questions on Voter Eligibility

West Bengal's Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar Emphasizes Peaceful Assembly Elections, Evades Questions on Voter Eligibility

Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar does not have an answer. How many infiltrators have been identified in the SIR phase? Gyanesh Kumar does not have an answer. On Tuesday, the full bench of the National Election Commission, including Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar, met reporters at a hotel in New Town. Gyanesh Kumar said that the upcoming assembly elections will be held in an atmosphere of fear and violence. He said, "I want to tell all the people of West Bengal that the next assembly elections will be held peacefully. Everyone can exercise their democratic rights." Like the Bihar elections, Gyanesh's voice was heard saying "Election is the pride of West Bengal." Gyanesh Kumar repeatedly talked about peaceful elections today, but he repeatedly evaded questions about whether the 60 lakh people under consideration in the SIR phase will be able to exercise their right to vote. Gyanesh Kumar presented various information to the commission at the beginning of the press conference. It was mentioned that the number of voters in the draft list is 70 million. The number of voters in the list published on February 28 is 6 million, and the number of voters in the list is 529 million. Why does the Election Commission want to keep in mind
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Mar 10, 2026, 03:49 PM
North Bengal's Agricultural Boom: Boro Paddy Cultivation in Full Swing

North Bengal's Agricultural Boom: Boro Paddy Cultivation in Full Swing

Kaushik DamRao West Bengal History Book Editorial Course Political News Bulletin The agricultural map of North Bengal is now a picture of sweaty toil, ignoring the scorching sun of Phalgun. The fields of Domohoni in Maynaguri block and Digantajoda in the newly formed Kranti block of Jalpaiguri district are now in the peak of Boro paddy cultivation. The main canal and its tributaries of the Teesta barrage project are now the key to this season's sustenance for thousands of farming families in the two areas. Marginal farmers are dreaming of a golden harvest on the basis of this water from the government irrigation system. The surrounding areas, including Domohoni Gram Panchayat in Maynaguri and North Majhgram in Rajdanga Gram Panchayat of Kranti block, are now all decked up. Power tillers or tractors are roaring in bighas after bighas of land, and paddy seedlings are being planted in groups again. The fields are littered with modern agricultural equipment in the early hours of the morning. Farming operations in the area are largely dependent on the Boro canal till sunset.
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Mar 10, 2026, 03:42 PM
Bihar Revenue Minister Accepts Resignations of Five Officers

Bihar Revenue Minister Accepts Resignations of Five Officers

In a significant step under the administrative decision in the Department of Revenue and Land Reforms, Deputy Chief Minister cum Revenue and Land Reforms Minister Vijay Kumar Sinha has accepted the resignation of five officers of Bihar Revenue Service. The DM had recommended this. The resignation of these officers has been accepted with effect from the date of application made by them. Read MoreTrending VideosDelete this video / advertisement Also Read - Bihar News: Party silent on the question of responsibility to be given to Nishant, Opposition says when to impose... Advertisement is being circulated that among the officers whose resignations have been accepted is the then Divisional Officer of Goraul Zone of Vaishali district, Anshu Kumar. His resignation has been accepted with effect from 19th December 2025. The resignation of Rajan Kumar, who was Revenue Officer of Bikramganj, Rohtas district, has been accepted with effect from 26th June 2025. Also Read - Vijay Kumar Sinha, Revenue Officer, Rohtas district: Vijay Kumar Sinha takes direct charge of work till 13th March
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Mar 10, 2026, 03:39 PM
Indian Government Introduces Four Ordinances and 11 Bills in Legislature Session

Indian Government Introduces Four Ordinances and 11 Bills in Legislature Session

On the second day of the legislature session on Tuesday, the government introduced four ordinances and 11 bills. After lunch, the opposition had a heated argument with Speaker Ritu Khanduri Bhushan demanding a discussion on the resolution of all MLAs in rule-58. Read Trending VideosDelete this video / advertisementThe opposition accused the bench of not listening to the opposition and that the house was being run under government pressure. The vice-chairman objected to this and said that the bench cannot make such allegations. AdvertisementsThe opposition was silent during the question hour in the house on Tuesday. After this, the party-opposition paid rich tributes to the deceased MLAs Diwakar Bhatt, Balbir Singh Negi and Rajesh Jawantha. After lunch, Parliamentary Affairs Minister Subodh Uniyal placed four ordinances and 11 bills on the table of the house. Apart from this, 310 separate issues of the Economic Survey, the Right to Service of the CAG, the annual report of the Civil Services Commission, the annual service report of the Public Service Commission, etc.
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Mar 10, 2026, 03:37 PM
Trump's Statements on Iran War Create Uncertainty and Confusion

Trump's Statements on Iran War Create Uncertainty and Confusion

US President Donald Trump continues to make statements about the ongoing war against Iran, which make the situation seem complicated rather than clear. He said that the United States has won this war in many ways, but not yet completely won. His statements make it unclear when the United States wants to end this war and what its ultimate goal is. It is also being said that the United States can drop a 32,000-kilogram bomb on Tehran through B-52 planes. On Monday, Trump held a 35-minute press conference in the city of Doral, Florida. Oil prices were running above $100 a barrel at the time, and many Middle Eastern allies were afraid that this conflict could spread further. Trump's goal was to calm world markets and reassure his allies that the United States has a clear plan to end this war. However, Trump did not give a clear plan in the press conference. Instead, Trump emphasized that the US military has almost completely destroyed Iran in a phone call to CBS News.
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Mar 10, 2026, 03:33 PM
US-Israel Confrontation with Iran Escalates, Raising Regional Tensions and Global Risks

US-Israel Confrontation with Iran Escalates, Raising Regional Tensions and Global Risks

The US and Israel confrontation with Iran is escalating, with missile and drone attacks raising regional tensions and driving up oil prices. EU lawmaker Hannah Neumann warns of unclear US-Israeli goals, deep divisions within Europe, and growing global risks β€” from energy shocks to threats against EU citizens β€” while stressing support for Iranians seeking democratic change and stronger international law.
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CPI(M) Protests in West Bengal Over Voter Names Dispute

CPI(M) Protests in West Bengal Over Voter Names Dispute

The CPI (M) held a protest meeting in front of the ERO office in Kamarhati Assembly demanding that the names of genuine voters should be included in the voters'list. The CPI (M) held a demonstration in front of the ERO office in Kamarhati Assembly. The Supreme Court on Tuesday ruled that a tribunal should be set up to consider the dispute over the names of the voters under consideration. The CPI (M) is holding protests at the administrative level across the state. The CPI (M) is opposing the announcement of the vote by keeping the names of all genuine voters out of the list or under consideration. The CPI (M) delegation, including CPI (M) state secretary Mohammad Salim, also informed the visiting Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar on Monday. Meanwhile, the Calcutta High Court has said that out of the 60 lakh names under consideration, 10 lakh names have been settled. That is, the demand to be on the voters'list has been considered legal or illegal. But no announcement has been made by the Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar to dispose of all the names. As a result of the huge list of names under consideration, the CPI (M) has raised the question in Kamarhati as well.
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Mar 10, 2026, 03:30 PM
Himachal Pradesh Forest Department Suspends Officials Over Pine Tree Felling Scandal

Himachal Pradesh Forest Department Suspends Officials Over Pine Tree Felling Scandal

ExtensionAdd as a preferredsource on google The forest department has suspended a forest section officer (BO) and a forest guard in the much-talked-about felling of green pine trees at Shilai in Sirmaur district of Himachal Pradesh. It is believed that the fire of the investigation may reach many more employees. After the photos and videos of the felling of trees came to light, it was discussed throughout the state. The matter had taken a political turn. It is also raising questions about the functioning of the department and the government. The matter came to the fore when a large-scale felling of pine trees in a meadow near a petrol pump in Shilai came to light. Read these videos / ads Here is the discussion at the local level. Initially, it was claimed that permission was taken to cut 25 trees, but it is surprising that no valid permit has been granted to the forest office till the next day.
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Mar 10, 2026, 03:28 PM
Pakistan Implements Austerity Measures Amid Global Oil Price Surge

Pakistan Implements Austerity Measures Amid Global Oil Price Surge

Pakistan's Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Monday announced a series of measures intended to curb fuel consumption and reduce government spending amid economic strain caused by the US-Israel war with Iran . The steps will affect schools, public services, and government workers. Schools close as universities move online Schools across Pakistan are scheduled to close for two weeks starting next Monday, a move that would affect roughly 40 million students in a nation of about 250 million. The government said colleges and universities will shift to online classes during the same period. According to state broadcaster Radio Pakistan, authorities also announced a ban on dinner parties for iftar, the sunset meal that breaks the daily fast during Ramadan. Government offices, excluding banks, are expected to scale back operations to four days a week. Half of all public employees will work from home. Rising oil prices linked to the U.S.–Israel conflict with Iran have triggered long fuel queues in Pakistan. Image: Rizwan Tabassum/AFP Government workers and austerity measures Fuel allocations for official vehicles will be cut in half for two months, with exceptions for ambulances and public buses, Radio Pakistan reported. Sharif also said cabinet ministers and advisers will forgo their salaries and allowances, while members of federal and provincial legislatures are expected to take voluntary pay cuts of 25%. Officials further announced a suspension of new official vehicle purchases until June 2026. Surge of global oil affects the country As the US-Israel war with Iran disrupts global energy supplies , Pakistan has raised petrol and diesel prices by 55 rupees ($0.20, €0.18) per liter, the largest single increase on record. Because the country imports most of its energy, inflation is particularly sensitive to swings in global fuel prices. "To stabilize the economy, we have taken difficult decisions," Prime Minister Sharif said in a televised address to the nation. He said the government aims to minimize the burden on citizens, although it has little control over global fuel prices. Edited by: Louis Oelofse
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Mar 10, 2026, 03:23 PM
Iranian Military Officer General Esmail Qaani Survives Airstrike, Rumors Surround His Current Status

Iranian Military Officer General Esmail Qaani Survives Airstrike, Rumors Surround His Current Status

Iran's powerful military officer General Esmail Qaani is in the news these days. It is being said that he also survived the airstrike that killed Iran's former Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei and many of his associates. Since this incident, many questions have been raised about Qaani. Some reports say that he has been put under house arrest, while some claim that he has been killed. Although there is no official confirmation of these claims. There are claims that he survived 9 attacks. General Qaani, 68, has been the head of the Quds Force of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) since 2020. It is one of the five major branches of the IRGC. The Quds Force's job is to train and arm Islamic revolutionary organizations operating outside Iran. General Qaani got this position when former chief Qassem Soleimani was assassinated. In January 2020, US President Donald Trump said that General Qaani was killed in every major drone strike in Iraq. General Qaani said that he was killed in every major drone strike in the past two years.
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Mar 10, 2026, 03:20 PM
Grand Alliance Claims Victory in Rajya Sabha Elections

Grand Alliance Claims Victory in Rajya Sabha Elections

Rajya Sabha Elections: The Grand Alliance held a marathon meeting on Tuesday at Ek Polo Road, the official residence of Leader of Opposition Tejashwi Prasad Yadav. The meeting was attended by MLAs of the RJD, Congress, Left and IIP. However, MLAs of the BSP and AIMIM kept away from this meeting. In this meeting, which lasted for about three hours, the Grand Alliance claimed victory in the Rajya Sabha elections. However, three MLAs of the Congress party did not attend this meeting. However, the question arises on whom the Leader of Opposition Tejashwi Yadav, who has 35 MLAs, is claiming this. Presiding over the meeting, Tejashwi claimed that we have the numbers for the Rajya Sabha elections, victory is certain. In the meeting, the MLAs were informed about the entire process of voting in the Rajya Sabha elections. They were told how to vote so that not a single vote goes waste. The MLAs were advised not to use their pens. Tejashwi said that the people of Bihar have voted overwhelmingly for the Grand Alliance.
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Mar 10, 2026, 03:18 PM
Bangladesh-India Relations Improve Under New Government

Bangladesh-India Relations Improve Under New Government

After the fall of Sheikh Hasina's government in August 2024, the interim government led by Mohammad Yunus brought several energy deals with India under dispute. Power supply and coal supply from Adani Group's Jharkhand plant were also affected. However, relations between the two countries appear to be getting back on track now that the Tarique Rahman-led BNP government is in power in Dhaka.
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Mar 10, 2026, 03:06 PM
Mamata Banerjee Ends Five-Day Sit-In Against Faulty SIR Process After Supreme Court Intervention

Mamata Banerjee Ends Five-Day Sit-In Against Faulty SIR Process After Supreme Court Intervention

ExtensionAdd as a preferredsource on google West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Tuesday ended her sit-in against the faulty SIR process for the fifth day. After ending her sit-in, Mamata said that the protest is being temporarily suspended after the Supreme Court ordered the formation of an appellate tribunal regarding electoral roll revision. Read Trending VideosThe video / advertisement has been removed. Welcoming the Supreme Court's move to form an appellate authority, Banerjee said that the door closed by the Election Commission has now been opened, giving a new ray of hope to those whose names were removed or were under consideration due to a'logical discrepancy'under the SIR. In the advertisement, Mamata Banerjee said that she has got justice to a great extent through the agitation. When the path to justice has opened, it is appropriate to end the sit-in. She said that she could do it even now if needed, but after the court's democratic agitation, the chief minister has never apologized to the shopkeepers and small shopkeepers around the sit-in protest site.
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Mar 10, 2026, 02:57 PM
China Unveils Sinister Plan for Global Dominance Through Artificial Intelligence

China Unveils Sinister Plan for Global Dominance Through Artificial Intelligence

Beijing, 10.3: With the world's most powerful nation, the United States, putting all its energies into the ongoing conflict with Iran, China is making a sinister plan. The Iran crisis has become an opportunity for China to secretly implement its plans without anyone noticing. Recently, China quietly released a document that could change the economic and military balance of power for the next decade. The 141-page 15th Five-Year Plan, presented at the National People's Congress on March 5, does not seem like a simple economic policy document, but a blueprint for China's national technology drive. Investment analyst and author Shanaka Anselm Perera wrote in X, "No one cares, it's the objective." According to the report, China's Five-Year Plan is entirely focused on artificial intelligence (AI), which could change the landscape of future warfare. Beijing wants to integrate AI into most sectors of the economy in the coming decade. The humanoid robotics industry, dubbed Humanoid Robotics, is a key five-year project aimed at developing Earth-twisting networks, and space communication.
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Mar 10, 2026, 02:51 PM
Trump Says War Between Israel and Iran 'Almost Over', Claims Iran's Military Power Shattered

Trump Says War Between Israel and Iran 'Almost Over', Claims Iran's Military Power Shattered

WASHINGTON: US President Donald Trump has made a major statement amid Middle East tensions, saying that the ongoing war between Israel and Iran is almost over. Trump made it clear in a media interaction that Iran's power has been completely shattered after the joint military strike by the US and Israel on February 28. He claimed that the war is now in its final stages and Iran no longer has the ability to resist. Trump elaborated on Iran's military situation, saying, "Tehran's communications system and navy have been completely destroyed. Iran's air force and missile system have also been destroyed. Trump said that their drones have been destroyed everywhere and drone-making factories no longer exist. At the same time, he claimed that the Strait of Hose is now open to the United States and that Iran is thinking about taking a very strong commercial stance."
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Mar 10, 2026, 02:47 PM
Rajasthan Passport Offices Evacuated Amid Bomb Threats Linked to Pakistan's ISI

Rajasthan Passport Offices Evacuated Amid Bomb Threats Linked to Pakistan's ISI

Jaipur: Several passport offices in Rajasthan had to be evacuated following bomb threats on Tuesday. An email sent to the Jaipur Regional Passport Office in the name of ISI stated that bombs would explode at 1 pm. Massive Search Ops Across 14 Districts, No Object Found The information alerted police and security agencies, and intense search operations were conducted in passport and post offices in Jaipur, Sikar, Jaisalmer, Banswara, Pratapgarh, Sawai Madhopur, Ajmer, Kota, Bhilwara, Pali, Chittorgarh, Sriganganagar, Nagaur, and Jhalawar; however , no suspicious objects were found anywhere during the search. An hour-long search was conducted at the Passport Seva Kendra in Jaipur's Orbit Mall and the Regional Passport Office in Jhalana. Bomb disposal squads, civil defense, and dog squads were called in for security purposes. Email Mentions ISI, Cyanide Bombs and DMK Reference As per the officials, the email received at the regional passport office at Jaipur has the reference of Pakistan's intelligence agency ISI, and this letter reads, β€œ Pakistan's ISI, Udhayanidhi-Peruraj Zindabad. Five IED bombs filled with cyanide gas have been planted in your passport or post office and will be detonated. Therefore, staff should leave the office by 1:10 pm, covering their mouths and noses." Further, the letter states that the arrest of Jaffer Sadiq, associated with the DMK party, in a meth (drugs) case worth approximately β‚Ή2,000 crore has been done to conceal the truth. It also states that this case is not just about drugs, but that there is a larger motive behind it. Threat Claims Original VIP Target Plan Was Expanded The letter in bold letters notes that this is not a hoax. It states that the initial attempt was merely to understand the response and functioning of security agencies (such as the BDDS and ATS). The original targets were passport documents belonging to two VIPs, but ultimately, the plan was changed to a more extensive operation. 'Decided to burn the forest to kill the mosquitoes,' the letter reads. The letter also mentions a sleeper network operating in Coimbatore. Police and investigative agencies are working to trace the source of the email. Officials said that the matter is being investigated seriously. All necessary security measures have been put in place. Police and security agencies are working to identify the sender of the email and conduct a technical investigation into the matter.
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Mar 10, 2026, 02:43 PM
Trinamool Congress Plans to Impeach Chief Election Commissioner Over Electoral Roll Irregularities

Trinamool Congress Plans to Impeach Chief Election Commissioner Over Electoral Roll Irregularities

Trinamool Congress (TMC) MP Saugata Roy on Tuesday said the party plans to move an impeachment motion against Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar, alleging serious irregularities in the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls in West Bengal. Speaking here, Roy said the move would be brought under Article 324 of the Constitution of India, which deals with the powers and functions of the Election Commission. "We shall bring an impeachment motion against the Chief Election Commissioner as per Article 324 of the Constitution. We have many, many complaints about him," Roy said. He alleged that the voter list revision process had led to serious concerns and demanded that the issue be exposed in Parliament. "The way the SIR has been handled, the way people have lost their lives because of the SIR, and the way the (voter) list has been published - it must be exposed," Roy said. The TMC MP added that the party will move the impeachment motion after the ongoing proceedings related to the no-confidence motion against the Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla. "That is why, after the no-confidence motion (against the Speaker), we are hoping that our impeachment or removal resolution will go through," he said. Roy's remarks come amid escalating tensions between the TMC and the Election Commission of India over the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls in West Bengal ahead of the upcoming Assembly elections. Earlier this week, the All India Trinamool Congress wrote to the Election Commission alleging "serious irregularities" in the revision exercise and claiming that lakhs of eligible voters may have been wrongly deleted from the rolls. In its letter to the poll body, the party said the process had been marked by procedural violations, technical failures and arbitrary decisions that could undermine the integrity of the electoral process. The TMC alleged that the authority of Electoral Registration Officers was bypassed and that instructions related to the revision were communicated informally through messaging platforms rather than official written directives. The party also raised concerns over the scale of voter deletions, claiming that more than 63 lakh names had been removed during the exercise while over 60 lakh voters remain under adjudication. Earlier, on February 28, the ECI released the final electoral roll following the SIR of voter lists in West Bengal, stating that 5,46,053 voters have been deleted using Form 7 after the draft list was published in December 2025. According to data released by the Election Commission after the final roll was published on February 28, the total number of voters in West Bengal now stands at over 7.04 crore, compared to 7.66 crore before the revision exercise. Meanwhile, West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has also criticised the revision process, accusing the Bharatiya Janata Party of attempting to manipulate the electoral process by deleting genuine voters from the list. Banerjee has been holding a sit-in protest against the exercise and warned that voters' rights must be restored. The Election Commission, however, has defended the revision process and said preparations for the upcoming West Bengal Assembly elections are being closely monitored. Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar has also appealed to voters to participate in the polls and assured that elections in the state will be conducted in a β€œviolence-free and pressure-free environment.” Also Read:
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Mar 10, 2026, 02:41 PM
BJP's Worker Training Initiative: 'Training Gives Personality to Workers'

BJP's Worker Training Initiative: 'Training Gives Personality to Workers'

ExtensionAdd as a preferredsource on google Theme speaker workshop under Pt. Deendayal Training Maha Abhiyan held in Indore was addressed by BJP National Co-Organizing Secretary General Shiv Prakash, Chief Minister Mohan Yadav and State President Hemant Khandelwal. On this occasion, Shiv Prakash said that able workers are the foundation of a strong organization. Through this Maha Abhiyan, a target has been set to train about 8 million workers across the country. He clarified that rallies or demonstrations are society-centric, while training classes are for the intellectual and organizational development of workers. Senior office bearers including Regional Organization General Secretary Ajay Jamwal, State In-charge Mahendra Singh and Gujarat Organization General Secretary Ratnakar were present in the workshop. Read Trending Videos Remove this video / advertisement In his address, Chief Minister Mohan Yadav said that training gives personality to workers and gives new energy to the organization. He stressed that BJP workers are not just political members, but representatives of nationalist ideology. Yadav targeted Congress.
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Mar 10, 2026, 02:37 PM
Hormuz Strait Sees Surge in Ships Amid Iran-US-Israel Tensions

Hormuz Strait Sees Surge in Ships Amid Iran-US-Israel Tensions

Tehran: As Iran's war against the United States and Israel rages on, hundreds of ships have suddenly appeared in the Strait of Hormuz. Many ships are seen in Hormuz in groups. According to tracking data, there is a strong possibility of this happening due to electronic jamming in Hormuz. According to tracking data, there are more than 200 ships in some groups. There are different types of ships. Some of these ships are traveling at a speed of more than 100 knots. The Strait of Hormuz is very important from the point of view of world trade, especially oil trade. Middle Eastern countries are supplying mineral oil and natural gas to other countries through this route. Middle Eastern countries have closed the Hormuz route. This has created a fuel crisis for the world. Transportation from Hormuz has almost stopped due to fear of attack from Iran. In such a situation, investors have started to look at Hormuz countries.
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