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NDTV India

Mar 24, 2026, 05:55 PM

Trump Blames Defense Minister for US Attack on Iran, Denies Israeli Pressure

Why did the US decide to attack Iran? Earlier there were reports that President Trump took this step under the alleged pressure of Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu. Later, Trump himself said that Israel did not ask him to start a war. Maybe he forced Israel. Now Trump is allegedly blaming his own Defense Minister Pete Hegseth for starting a war with Iran. These are the same Hegseths whose history has been surrounded by many controversies. He has been accused of sharing top secret plans related to the attack of the US military in social media groups. Not only this, he has also been accused of being a religious fanatic, sexual harassment of a woman, torture of an ex-wife. What did हैं.ट्रंप say on the Iran war? President Trump himself said on Monday night during a roundtable in Memphis, Tennessee, that he was talking to the Chief of General Staff of the United States of America during the events just before the war.

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NDTV India

Mar 24, 2026, 05:51 PM

Sonia Gandhi Admitted to Hospital Due to Sudden Health Deterioration

Former Congress President and Rajya Sabha MP Sonia Gandhi's health has suddenly deteriorated, after which she has been admitted to the hospital. She has been admitted late at night to Sir Ganga Ram Hospital in Delhi. It is being told that Sonia Gandhi has been kept under the supervision of a team of doctors. Even two months ago, she was suddenly admitted to this hospital. Sonia Gandhi has been admitted to Sir Ganga Ram Hospital on Tuesday night. It is being told that she has been admitted due to an old chest problem. She is undergoing treatment under the supervision of Dr. Anup Basu. When she was brought to the hospital after her health deteriorated, both Rahul Gandhi and Priyanka Gandhi were with her. Rahul Gandhi left after a while Priyanka Gandhi is still in the hospital. Doctors say that her health is fine. Sonia Gandhi's health is not updated at the moment. However, she remains in the hospital for routine checkups. She was admitted to the hospital for two days on January 6, 2026, when doctors say that she is suffering from cough.

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Live Hindustan

Mar 24, 2026, 04:33 PM

Modi Speaks with Sri Lankan President Amid West Asia Crisis

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday spoke to Sri Lankan President Anura Kumara Dissanayake over phone and discussed in detail the evolving situation in West Asia, particularly the impact on global energy security.

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TV9 Hindi

Mar 24, 2026, 04:22 PM

Congress Leader Predicts Change in Power in Assam

Speaking at the power conference on the second day of TV9 Network's brainstorming session'What India Thinks Today Summit 2026 ', Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar claimed that the people of Assam want change. Congress will come to power there. He said that the people of Assam have elected Congress president (Gaurav Gogoi). He is a very senior leader. Under his leadership, the entire Congress party is united and working very hard and there will be a change in power. He said that earlier Assam was a Congress-ruled state, but for the last 10 years there is no Congress rule there, but the people of Assam want a new and young and uncharged face to emerge there. Congress party will come to power there. He said that he does not want to make any comment on BJP. He does not want to make any comment on BJP leadership and BJP candidate nor does he want to make any comment on BJP chief minister. To this question, CM Himanta Biswa Sarma said that he decides 30 percent of Congress tickets. DK Shivakumar said that we are all dreaming at night, but how can he make decisions about the party.

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AajKaal News✓

Mar 24, 2026, 03:50 PM

Bombs Recovered in Assam Ahead of Elections, Sparking Tension and Allegations

Nowadays, on the eve of the Assam Assembly elections, the South Bamunia area of Bhangar has become hot again with the recovery of bombs. In addition, a large number of bombs have also been recovered from a pond in Chaltaberia. The recovery of bombs in two areas in a span of a few hours has created tension in the area. The bombs were recovered by the police and the general public. The incident has caused a stir in the area and has sparked intense pressure in the political circles. Local residents allege that the recovered bombs were hidden in a very strategic pond so that they could be used during the elections. Local residents claim that the bombs were hidden in various secret places. Not only this, but some bombs were also allegedly packed in bags and stored in cemented mud. On the other hand, some children in Chaltaberia area went down to fish in the pond on the same day. The news spread quickly and the bombs were recovered by the locals. The incident created an atmosphere of panic in the area.

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Uttarbanga Sambad

Mar 24, 2026, 03:48 PM

Nine-Year Wait for Bridge Overflows into Suffering: Chakulia's Titia River Crisis

Mohammad Ashraful Haque, Chakulia: As soon as the election bell rings, political businessmen cut their promises. But as soon as the vote is cast, all those promises are washed away by the river. Thousands of people of Bhuindhar and Ghordhappa areas of Chakulia have been waiting for a bridge issue on the Titia River for nine long years. The mountain of assurances given by the leaders has accumulated. But even today their sufferings have not been resolved. The Titia River has overflowed in the heart of Bhuindhar and Ghordhappa areas of Chakulia (Chakulia) Gram Panchayat. A culvert was built on the river during the Left era. This made communication easier for the people of Binardah, Satiara, Nizampur, Belbari, Kahata, etc. Farmers could take their crops to the market, students regularly went to school. But the devastating floods of 2017 collapsed that culvert. Even after nine years, no new bridge was built there. The residents of Bhuindhar had to risk their lives by crossing the river.

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EI Samay

Mar 24, 2026, 03:48 PM

Iran Threatens to Cut Undersea Fiber Optic Cables, Risking Global Internet Disruption

There are fiber optics at the bottom of the sea. These are the veins of the underworld. But Iran, cornered by a joint attack by the United States and Israel, has threatened to cut that'vein'this time. No, they have not issued an official statement. But sources say this is the case. The Strait of Hormuz has been in turmoil since the beginning of the war in West Asia. The oil and gas crisis has reached its peak. But peeping at the bottom of the sea poses a different threat. Just below Hormuz is the main cable for Internet connections. Not only Hormuz, but the Red Sea Strait of Bab el-Mandeb also has these fiber optics. The militant group Houthi has already publicly threatened to tear them down, even though Iran has not said anything officially. The crisis of the Internet means a crisis of civilization. The whole world will be cut off from each other. According to multiple news sources, the subsea internet in Africa has been cut off, and only the fiber cable in Europe now.

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TV9 Hindi

Mar 24, 2026, 03:47 PM

Madhya Pradesh CM Criticizes Film 'Dhurandhar-2' at TV9 Summit

On the second day of TV9 Network's think-tank'What India Thinks Today Summit 2026 ', in the power conference, Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Dr. Mohan Yadav commented on the film'Dhurandhar-2'movie, saying that what is bad if it was shown in Dhurandhar as Atiq Ahmed was doing? CM Yadav said this in response to the question of criticizing Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav's film'Dhurandhar-2'on the stage of'What India Thinks Today Summit 2026 '.

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Uttarbanga Sambad

Mar 24, 2026, 03:43 PM

Modi and Trump Discuss Security of Strait of Hormuz Amid Escalating Tensions

The war situation in West Asia is no longer limited to the borders of the two countries, but it has endangered the security of the'Strait of Hormuz ', the main artery of global supply chain. Prime Minister Narendra Modi had a long conversation with US President Donald Trump in this critical moment. The two heads of state agreed that keeping the Strait of Hormuz safe and open is essential to maintaining the stability of the global economy. In a post on the handle x, US Ambassador to India Sergio Gore wrote, "President Donald Trump spoke with Prime Minister Modi. They discussed the ongoing situation in the Middle East and the importance of keeping the Strait of Hormuz open." This was the first time Modi and Trump spoke since the US attack on Iran on February 28. Prime Minister Modi expressed deep concern over the war in both houses of parliament. In a clear statement in the Lok Sabha, he said, "Attacks on commercial ships in international waters or any kind of obstruction to the passage of Indian ships in the Strait of Hormuz are unacceptable."

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Uttarbanga Sambad

Mar 24, 2026, 03:42 PM

BJP Candidate Suvendu Sarkar Campaigns Barefoot in Rural North Bengal

Kumargunj: As the demand for development in the rural areas of North Bengal peaked in the face of the vote, the people of Kumarganj's Deor area witnessed a different campaign. On Tuesday, the BJP candidate for the Kumargunj assembly constituency, Suvendu Sarkar, campaigned with shoes on the muddy and waterlogged roads of the area.

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Economic Times

Mar 24, 2026, 03:42 PM

US Official Hails India's Crucial Role in Indo-Pacific Stability

Synopsis A senior US official highlighted India's crucial role in Indo-Pacific stability and a favorable Asian power balance, emphasizing deeper defense ties. He outlined four key points for strategic engagement, stressing shared interests in a region free from single-power dominance and advocating for enhanced defense cooperation and potential co-production of military hardware.

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Uttarbanga Sambad

Mar 24, 2026, 03:41 PM

CPI(M) Enters Islampur Election Fray with Candidate Announcement

Arun Jha, Islampur: After the Trinamool Congress (TMC), the CPI (M) too has announced its candidate for Islampur.

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Lokmat

Mar 24, 2026, 03:39 PM

US-Iran Tensions Escalate as Israel Refuses Ceasefire Amid Trump's Announcement

Todays Maharashtra Breaking News Live Updates in Marathi: While US President Donald Trump has announced to stop attacks for five days saying that positive talks are going on with Iran, Israel seems to be in no mood to stop.

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EI Samay

Mar 24, 2026, 03:36 PM

BJP Candidate's Unconventional Campaigning in West Bengal

Polling is going on in full swing. Several candidates have been seen using innovative ways to campaign. On Tuesday, BJP candidate Khokan Das went out in public and went straight to the field. He was seen working with farmers in Nanoor's Ikshudhara field to pluck potatoes. Not only this, he was also seen cutting straw to feed cows. Such a mood of the candidate has become a widespread practice in the area. This BJP candidate, while working in the field, talks to the local farmers for a long time. He listens to their farming problems and grievances. He also assures them to stand by the farmers. A section of political experts are calling this campaign a'ground connect '. However, the TMC and other opposition parties in the state claim that this is a ploy to attract people's attention before the polls. The rest of the political parties in the state accuse the candidates of doing such drama during the polls despite the fact that they are not seen in the area throughout the year.

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Uttarbanga Sambad

Mar 24, 2026, 03:31 PM

Election Fever Brings Colorful Campaigns, but Uncertain Earnings for Balurghat Artists

Before the assembly elections, the oligarchy of Balurghat, the walls of the city from the village, are now covered with colors, spreads and political messages. Neither the TMC, nor the BJP, nor the Congress, nor the Left is lagging behind in the fight to capture this wall. But behind this colorful campaign, there is also a pale reality. There is a story of uncertain earnings and regrets of the wall artists. Pankaj Mahanta found out. Balurghat: As soon as the vote comes, their value increases. The calls of the political parties come one after another. Soon after their skillful hands, somewhere around the wall, flowers, somewhere lotus, somewhere hands, somewhere sickle-hammer, or spade-shovel. But the amount of work increases, but the remuneration does not. According to several painters of Balurghat, even if the price of colors, lime, everything increases, their wages are still stuck in the old figure. At the end of the 100 to 150 days of the election campaign, the political power of Balurghat is not limited to the political power of Balurghat.

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NorthEast Now

Mar 24, 2026, 03:27 PM

AIUDF Chief Badruddin Ajmal Declares Assets Worth Over Rs 169 Crore in Election Affidavit

All India United Democratic Front (AIUDF) chief Badruddin Ajmal , contesting the Assam Assembly elections from the Binnakandi constituency , has declared total assets exceeding Rs 169 crore and liabilities of over Rs 4.45 crore in his election affidavit. According to the affidavit filed with his nomination papers, Ajmal’s movable assets are valued at approximately Rs 52.43 crore, while his immovable assets amount to around Rs 149.12 crore. His spouse, Rizwaana Badruddin Ajmal, has declared movable assets worth about Rs 31.08 lakh and immovable assets valued at roughly Rs 6.82 lakh. In terms of income, Ajmal reported earnings of about Rs 3.21 crore for the financial year 2024–25, while his spouse declared an income of Rs 49,950 during the same period. A comparison with previous affidavits indicates a steady rise in Ajmal’s declared wealth over the past decade. During the 2014 Lok Sabha elections, his assets were estimated at around Rs 44–50 crore. By 2019, this had increased to approximately Rs 78–90 crore, nearly doubling within five years. The latest figures show a significant expansion in his asset base, driven largely by growth in immovable assets, now valued at around Rs 149 crore, alongside movable assets exceeding Rs 52 crore. Ajmal’s investments include real estate holdings, business interests, shares, bonds and other financial instruments. The affidavit details properties in Hojai, Guwahati and parts of Karnataka, indicating a diversified portfolio. On the legal front, the AIUDF leader has disclosed one pending criminal case related to alleged objectionable remarks, which is currently under investigation. The affidavit further notes that Ajmal’s highest educational qualification is matriculation from Darul Uloom Deoband.

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Live Hindustan

Mar 24, 2026, 03:15 PM

AIADMK Unveils Manifesto for Tamil Nadu Election, Promising 297 Reforms and Relief Measures

The AIADMK has released its manifesto for the 2026 Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly election. The manifesto, released by former Chief Minister and AIADMK general secretary Edappadi K. Palaniswami in Chennai, contains a total of 297 promises. The party describes it as a document to address the public's anguish against the administrative inefficiency of the current DMK government. The AIADMK claims that the prices of essential commodities have skyrocketed in the last 5 years. Property taxes, house taxes, electricity rates, and water charges have increased drastically, increasing the financial burden on ordinary families. The manifesto lays special emphasis on empowering women and providing relief to the general public. The most talked about scheme is the Vilakku scheme. It aims to directly credit Rs. 2000 per month to the bank account of the female head of every ration cardholder family. It also aims to establish economic balance in the society. In addition, every family will be given a special assistance of Rs. 10,000 to deal with the tax burden and inflation. The party has also promised to extend free bus service to the common man, especially the middle class.

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Dainik Statesman

Mar 24, 2026, 03:11 PM

Election Commission Appoints Police Observers Amid Controversy Over Political Ties

The Election Commission has appointed 84 police observers in the state in the run-up to the upcoming West Bengal Assembly elections. The appointment has sparked a political controversy. The police observer at four centres, especially in Malda district, is the husband of a BJP leader from Bihar. The neutrality of the police observer has been questioned by the ruling Trinamool Congress. The TMC has claimed that the police observer in question is a BJP leader from Bihar. The wife of the concerned police observer, Jayanta Kanta, is a BJP leader from Bihar. In support of this allegation, a few photographs were released at a press conference at Trinamool Bhawan by state minister Bratya Basu and Barrackpore MP Partha Bhowmik. One of the photographs released shows a woman with Jayanta, who the TMC claims is his wife. Another shows the woman with Bihar Deputy Chief Minister Samrat Chowdhury on a BJP stage. The Daily Statesman, however, has not verified these photographs. State minister Bratya Basu and Barrackpore MP Partha Bhowmik have questioned how her husband, a BJP leader, will work impartially at the four centres in Malda, Jayanta Modhapur, Baishnabari, Maniknagar, and Sujata Bose

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Lokmat

Mar 24, 2026, 03:10 PM

China's 'China-Myanmar Economic Corridor' Challenges India's Access to Indian Ocean

Beijing - In the wake of the Middle East conflict, China has begun implementing its new strategy to block India's access to the Indian Ocean. To achieve this, China has been trying to open new trade routes to the interior provinces of Sichuan and Guizhou. The plan is at least 40 years old, but the recent pace of the project has taken everyone by surprise. China aims to connect the three provinces to the Indian Ocean via Myanmar. This will allow these provinces to trade with the outside world without having to rely on an underdeveloped network of roads and railways to reach Chinese ports. This will pose a new challenge to India from the Bay of Bengal to the Indian Ocean. What is China doing in Myanmar? China has dubbed the project the "China-Myanmar Economic Corridor" (CMEC). Experts believe that the project will not only limit trade to the eastern provinces, but will also increase its military influence in the Bay of Bengal.

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TV9 Hindi

Mar 24, 2026, 03:04 PM

Telangana CM Revanth Reddy Slams Modi's Government Over Political Discrimination Against South Indian States

In the power conference of TV9, Telangana CM Revanth Reddy talked about all the issues related to the state as well as the whole of South India. He said that the people of Telangana have faith in the Congress. The people here are very emotional. The people of Telangana are part of my family. During this time, CM Reddy accused the Modi government of political discrimination against the states of South India. South India should oppose the policy of the Modi government. He said about the delimitation. The central government is ignoring South India. On the delimitation issue, CM Revanth Reddy launched a scathing attack on the central government. He said that it is okay to shoot a bullet. The BJP is now preparing for this. Now we have to decide whether to fight or die. This government wants to increase the gap between North India and South India, which we have to stop. Revanth Reddy said, The central government is discriminating against South India. We are not represented in the center.

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Akila News✓

Mar 24, 2026, 03:00 PM

Iran-US War: Mojtaba Khamenei Agrees to Talks, Boosting Peace Prospects

Tehran, તા.24: Another major update is emerging towards the end of the Iran-US war. According to a report by Al Arabiya, Mojtaba Khamenei has agreed to talks and an agreement with the US. If this report turns out to be true, it will increase the chances of peace between the warring parties. Al Arabiya quoted Israeli media as saying. This information comes at a time when Donald Trump is repeatedly saying that his talks with the Iranian leadership are continuing and a solution to the war may soon be reached. On the 24th day of the conflict, US President Donald Trump said that Washington and Tehran have reached an agreement on several key issues in recent talks. He said that these talks will continue and an agreement could be reached soon. Although he had named Iranian Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf as a negotiator, reports now suggest that Iranian Supreme Leader Mojtada Khamenei's advisor on the negotiations, Ambassador Jaref Vitev, said that he also attended the talks.

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EI Samay

Mar 24, 2026, 02:54 PM

Lockdown Fears Return in India Amid War Situation in West Asia

At exactly 8 pm on March 24, Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced that the country was going into a state of lockdown. Roads were closed, public transport was shut down. The coronavirus outbreak had turned the lives of the people upside down. Words like lockdown, social distancing, quarantine, isolation, the new normal were added to the dictionary. At the same time, memories of the hardships of migrant workers returning home came back. Four years later, the fear of another lockdown clouded the Lok Sabha. But no statement was made by the Centre.'Lockdown'again appeared on the list of trending searches in India. But just four years later, why this word suddenly appeared again? Experts say, it is not a new Corona scare or a four-year anniversary, but a new word in the international context. The war situation in West Asia has brought back memories of those terrible days. The blocked Strait of Hormuz and the disruption of fuel supplies have led many to question whether the Prime Minister's statement in the Lok Sabha on Monday will continue to raise concerns about the Covid-like situation in the face of a crisis.

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Western Times

Mar 24, 2026, 02:49 PM

US Visa Issuance Plummets by 27% Amidst Trump's Tough Immigration Policy

The number of family preference visas has also decreased by 27% to 44,000 The United States issued 2.5 million fewer visas for all countries in the first eight months of January to August 2025 Washington, United States President Donald Trump has adopted an aggressive immigration policy since assuming office for the second time. Trump's tough policy is troubling the rest of the world. He has also tightened visa rules, in addition to expelling thousands of illegal immigrants. India and China have been hit the hardest by Trump's tough visa policy. Trump's tough approach has led US authorities to issue 2.5 million fewer visas to countries around the world in the first eight months of 2025 than in 2024. According to a report, the number of visas issued to Indians and Chinese nationals fell by 84,000 compared to 2024. The decline in visas is mainly due to a decline in the number of international students from these two countries, according to State Department data released in March.

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EI Samay

Mar 24, 2026, 02:41 PM

Trinamool Congress Accuses Election Commission of Bias Ahead of West Bengal Assembly Elections

Two photographs: one directly linking the Election Commission of India to the BJP. Another showing a poster of Prime Minister Narendra Modi at a public meeting. Another showing the BJP and central forces together. This is the gist of the state's ruling party's press conference at Trinamool Bhavan on Tuesday evening. The Election Commission has appointed 84 police observers ahead of the 2026 West Bengal Assembly elections. Jayant Kant is in charge of four centres in Malda. Education Minister Bratya Basu alleged at a press conference today that Jayant Kanta's wife is actually a BJP worker in Bihar. As evidence, the photograph shows Jayant's wife smiling with Bihar Deputy Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary, the BJP's face around her neck. Another shows her holding a poster of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Jayant, an IPS officer from Patna, has been made in charge of four centres - Mothabari, Baishnabnagar, Manikchak and Sujapur.

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Akila News✓

Mar 24, 2026, 02:40 PM

Kejriwal and Mann Visit Gujarat: AAP's National Convener and Punjab CM Explore State's Political Landscape

RAJKOT: Aam Aadmi Party National Convener and former Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal and Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann are on a 4-day visit to Gujarat.

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TV9 Hindi

Mar 24, 2026, 02:37 PM

Telangana CM Revanth Reddy Slams BJP Over Southern States' Representation

Telangana CM Revanth Reddy attended the TV9 power conference. He spoke about his style of functioning, party policies, Telangana people's expectations. He accused the BJP of underestimating and discriminating against southern states. To a question on his own political style, he said, "I am not a leader of leaders, I am a leader of workers. A worker works for victory. That is why many workers like me. The leader is different, the worker is different and the public is different. The worker works for the public. Telangana CM said that states like Kerala, Telangana, Andhra Pradesh, Tamil Nadu and Karnataka do not have proper representation at the Centre. He targeted the policies of the central government and Prime Minister Modi. He called for all southern states to unite to counter the 3D policy of the Modi government. Revanth Reddy alleged that the BJP does not trust its own leaders except other parties. The BJP insulted Venkaiah Naidu.

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Akila News✓

Mar 24, 2026, 02:30 PM

Middle East War Escalates: Saudi Arabia and UAE May Engage Against Iran

Tehran તા.24: The duration of the ongoing war in the Middle East is increasing day by day, but there is still no sign of the end of the war. But now this war is taking a more dangerous form. Amid this situation, there are reports that Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) are now preparing to directly engage in this war against Iran. Although no official announcement has been made yet. According to reports, in this strategic change, Saudi Arabia has allowed the United States to use its King Fahd Air Base. It has long been Saudi Arabia's policy not to allow its airbase to be used for attacks on neighboring enemy countries, but in the current situation, this decision is being considered a major blow to Iran. On the other hand, it has been reported that Shakhsh has closed the Iranian-owned hospital and club located in Dubai. There are also reports that some Iranian diplomats have left Saudi Arabia.

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Akila News✓

Mar 24, 2026, 02:25 PM

Gujarat Elections: Caste Politics Trumps Development as Drug Addiction Rises

After Rahul Gandhi, Arvind Kejriwal, the political heat has started in Gujarat. As the election winds down, casteist equations in Gujarat politics have begun to intensify. Different political parties and leaders are now trying to woo voters under the banner of caste conventions. The talk of development or policies becomes secondary in these conventions. Emotional provocation in the name of caste pride becomes prominent. The leaders are trying to get people to vote for their party by intoxicating them. In fact, this is a serious and worrying topic for democracy. The reality is that most leaders have no interest in the overall development of the caste. They just want to reach the throne of power. When the election is near, they remember their caste and society. Now the poor and middle-class families of every caste are getting addicted to drugs. The young generation is getting ruined. However, no political leader or political party is fighting these illegal drugs in the name of their families. Why do ordinary voters not get addicted to drugs and drugs?

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Live Hindustan

Mar 24, 2026, 02:23 PM

Tejashwi Yadav Seeks Financial Assistance for Families Hit by Bihar's Recent Thunderstorms

Leader of the Opposition in the Bihar Assembly and RJD working president Tejashwi Yadav has written to Chief Minister Nitish Kumar seeking financial assistance to the families affected by the recent thunderstorm, rain and hailstorm in various districts.

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AajKaal News✓

Mar 24, 2026, 02:23 PM

Mamata Banerjee Resigns from Honorary Posts in West Bengal Ahead of Assembly Elections

On the eve of the Assembly elections in West Bengal, Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has resigned from all honorary posts. Nabanna issued a notification in this regard on Tuesday. Nabanna has clarified that Mamata Banerjee has resigned not from the post of Chief Minister or any other Minister, but from all the appropriate posts, including that of Chairperson or other posts in the Boards, Committees, Commissions or Councils held by her as Chief Minister. The notification has been issued by the Home and Hills Affairs Department of the State Government. The circular has also been attached with Mamata's resignation letter. The Chief Minister has been asked to take immediate necessary action by accepting her resignation from all the posts she holds. Also, the consent letter regarding the acceptance of her resignation has been sent by email by Wednesday. In her resignation letter, Nabanna has written, "I hereby tender my resignation from all the posts mentioned in the attached list with immediate effect.

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Lokmat

Mar 24, 2026, 02:23 PM

Uddhav Thackeray's Last Day as Maharashtra Chief Minister: A Farewell Speech with a Twist

Today was the last day of the Legislative Council work of Uddhav Thackeray, the former Chief Minister of the state and the head of the Uddhav Sena. Today is 24 March. On this day, many leaders including Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis congratulated him. Later, while thanking everyone, Uddhav Thackeray took a dig at the current political situation in the state.

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Akila News✓

Mar 24, 2026, 02:22 PM

Nitish Kumar Re-Elected Unopposed as JD(U) National President

Patna, તા.24: Nitish Kumar, known as the Chanakya of Bihar politics, has been re-elected unopposed as the national president of the Janata Dal (United). Returning Officer Anil Prasad Hegde officially announced his name on Tuesday as no other candidate had filed his nomination papers by 11 am. Nitish Kumar, who recently quit as chief minister and moved to the Rajya Sabha, will now focus entirely on strengthening the party at the national level. He will be given the certificate of election in the presence of veteran leaders like Lallan Singh and Sanjay Jha at 2.30 pm. This comes at a time when the JD (U) is firmly associated with the NDA alliance. Notably, Nitish Kumar took over after Lallan Singh resigned in December 2023 and then formed a new alliance with the BJP in Bihar. Now that he himself is becoming active in Delhi politics, he has again accepted the post of president to retain his hold over the party. This decision makes it clear that even if the power equation changes, Nitish Kumar's son Nishant Kumar's entry into the Rajya Sabha will be the most surprising decision for Nitish Kumar.

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Akila News✓

Mar 24, 2026, 02:20 PM

India Braces for Impact as Iran-Israel Conflict Enters Fourth Week

New Delhi, તા.24: The dreaded war between Iran and Israel in Central Asia has now entered its fourth week, with direct implications for India's economy and security. The situation has become very serious after the assassination of Iran's Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei by the US and Israel. Prime Minister Narendra Modi has called an all-party meeting at 5 pm on Wednesday to deal with this crisis. Earlier, PM Modi had made it clear in the Lok Sabha that the closure of the Strait of Hormuz could lead to a power outage, against which we have to be prepared like COVID-19. The biggest concern for India is the safety of about 10 million Indians living in the Gulf countries and the country's oil and gas supplies. Defence Minister Rajnath Singh has held a high-level review meeting with CDS General Anil Chauhan and the three service chiefs on the matter - reviewing regional security. Millions of Indians are still stranded in the Strait of Hormuz due to a naval alert.

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Uttarbanga Sambad

Mar 24, 2026, 02:14 PM

104-Year-Old Sheikh Ibrahim's Long-Awaited Victory: Recognized as Legal Citizen and Voter

Pradip Chattopadhyay, Burdwan: He has seen the Second World War, the construction of the Howrah Bridge, and even Gandhiji's Quit India Movement. Even before that country became independent, he had to fight for the status of an'under-trial'voter in his own country. Finally, he was relieved. After a long struggle, Sheikh Ibrahim, a resident of Batrishbigha village in Jamalpur 1 panchayat of Purba Bardhaman, got his right to vote back. Along with his two sons and daughters-in-law, he was also recognized as a legal citizen of the country and a voter. On 29 January, Sheikh Ibrahim was sent a physical notice to the BDO office for a hearing in the SIR phase of Bengal. When the 104-year-old BDO arrived at the office, there was a ruckus. Later, the representatives of the Election Commission went to his house and checked the documents. Despite this, he was disappointed as his name was marked as an'under-trial'in the final voter list. He said, "Even at the age of 104, is this my crime?"

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Akila News✓

Mar 24, 2026, 02:10 PM

Israel's Finance Minister Calls for Border Extension to Lebanon's Litani River Amid Ongoing Conflict

New Delhi તા.24: Amid the raging war in the Middle East, Israel's Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich has made a highly controversial and big statement. Smotrich has said that Israel should now extend its official border to Lebanon's Litani River. This is believed to be the clearest statement yet by a major Israeli leader about occupying Lebanese land. Why only the Litani River? The Litani River is located in southern Lebanon. Israel says the area is a stronghold of the Iranian-backed Hezbollah and that is where rocket attacks are launched on Israel. Smotrich stressed in a radio statement, "In every debate, I say that Israel's new border should be the Litani River." Israeli airstrikes and ground attacks have so far killed more than 1,000 people. More than 1 million people have fled their homes. An Iranian Revolutionary Guards commander was also killed in the area on Monday.

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Uttarbanga Sambad

Mar 24, 2026, 02:09 PM

Veteran Leaders Join BJP in Major Reshuffle in Cooch Behar Politics

Cooch Behar: In a major reshuffle in Cooch Behar politics, veteran leader Bangshi Badan Barman and former TMC MLA Arghya Roy Pradhan on Tuesday joined the BJP in the presence of BJP state president Shamik Bhattacharya and Leader of Opposition Suvendu Adhikari in Kolkata.

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Lokmat

Mar 24, 2026, 02:07 PM

Parliament's Budget Session to Continue with Additional Sittings

The second leg of the budget session of Parliament, currently underway, is scheduled for April 2. To make up for the time lost due to the ruckus and chaos in the House, both Houses of Parliament will meet on Saturday and Sunday this week.

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Live Hindustan

Mar 24, 2026, 02:07 PM

BJP Sees Opportunity Amid Rifts Between Coalition Parties in Jharkhand Rajya Sabha Elections

The political equation between Bihar and Assam is clearly visible in the elections to the two Rajya Sabha seats in Jharkhand. In such a situation, the Bharatiya Janata Party can try to take advantage of the rift between the coalition parties. Although the Grand Alliance in the Jharkhand Assembly is still strong in terms of numbers. After the announcement of the candidates by the JMM in the Assam Assembly elections, the JMM-Congress tussle has been seen. Now this can be a golden opportunity for the BJP. The first option - 2 JMM, 1 Congress and 1 BJP candidate each. The JMM, 1 Congress and 1 BJP candidate each, in which the JMM is sure to win. The Congress, otherwise the BJP. The third option - 2 JMM and 1 BJP candidate, in which the JMM is sure to win the first seat; the second is also the fourth option. The JMM, 1 JMM and 1 JMM candidate will be elected unopposed.

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Akila News✓

Mar 24, 2026, 02:06 PM

Maine Gubernatorial Candidate Proposes Innovative Plan for Senior Care

AUGUSTA (Maine, US), DATE 24: Protecting and treating seniors is now a major election issue in Maine, America's most average-aged state. Nirav Shah, an Indian-American Democrat and former director of the Maine Center for Disease Control, has laid out his vision for the gubernatorial election. Titled "A better future for older Mainers," he has created a plan that will help the elderly live a dignified life at home instead of in the hospital. Nirav Shah's "Caregiver" plan? There is a critical shortage of doctors and nursing staff in Maine's rural areas. To address this problem, Nirav Shah has proposed the following revolutionary measures: The Maine Caregiver Corps: Just as the military protects the country, this corps will recruit specially trained young people to care for the elderly. • Aging-in-place grants: Memory care for the elderly not having to leave home to go to nursing homes. • Day care and volunteer to help the elderly'experience transportation to their homes. "

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EI Samay

Mar 24, 2026, 02:05 PM

Trinamool Candidate Kajal Sheikh Not Listed on Supplementary List Despite Being a Candidate

Names of 14 candidates from six political parties in the state are in the adjudication or pending list. The list includes Faizul Haque Orfekajal Sheikh, a candidate from Hassan constituency in Birbhum. His name is not in the supplementary list. Kajal is not at all concerned about it. Her response is, "I have not seen any conspiracy yet, nor am I worried." The supplementary list of SIR was published on Monday. Though the name is not in the list, Faizul Haque alias Kajal Sheikh, the president of Birbhum Zila Parishad and the Trinamool candidate from Hassan Assembly constituency. Kajal Sheikh told Online at the time, "All is not clear yet. Maybe it will come for the second time. But so far I have not seen any conspiracy in this. And I am not worried. Let me see what the state leadership decides about this matter first." Kajal was nominated by the Trinamool Congress to the seat instead of Ashok Chattopadhyay, the outgoing MLA of Hassan Assembly in the assembly elections in 2026. Kajal Sheikh was also the president of Birbhum Zila Parishad. However, due to her name being on the list, Kajal's name was also in the Supreme Court.

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Akila News✓

Mar 24, 2026, 02:05 PM

Gujarat Assembly Sees Ruckus Over Petrol Pump and Gas Shortage Queue

(By Ashwin Vyas) Gandhinagar, Dec 4: After the Question Hour today, Amit Chavda of the opposition gave a letter to the Speaker, Secretary before the start of the assembly house as per rule 108, in which there is a queue for petrol pumps, gas across Gujarat. There was a ruckus in the house today. Speaking on this, Speaker Shankarbhai Chaudhary said before the discussion started that I have received a notice in this regard but have given permission to bring a notice of rule 116 of the assembly rules tomorrow. In this regard, I have given a written reply to your 1 rule 108. Let you know. Then Gopal Italia of the Aam Aadmi Party raised the issue that the notice of rule 116 has to be given two days before. My car was checked and other cars were allowed to go before the spokesperson of the opposition Tushar Chaudhary in the secretariat complex. The Speaker said that he will get the details about this.

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Akila News✓

Mar 24, 2026, 02:01 PM

Iran's Supreme Leader Agrees to Peace Talks with US Amid Ongoing Tensions

Tel Aviv: Amid the ongoing tensions between Iran and the US, a major news has emerged. Iran's new Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei has agreed to hold peace talks with the US and reach a possible agreement. An Al Arabiya report citing Israeli media has noted this diplomatic initiative.

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AajKaal News✓

Mar 24, 2026, 01:57 PM

Election Commission Appointee Faces Allegations Over Wife's Presence at Polling Stations

These days, the Election Commission has appointed 84 police observers in the state for the assembly elections. Of these, serious allegations have been raised against one police observer. The TMC has released photos and claimed that the police observer for these places is Manikchak, Mothabari, Sujapur and Baishnabnagar in Malda. The police observer for these places is Jayanta's wife. The BJP's wife, Jamui's wife, has filed a complaint with the Election Commission. On Tuesday evening, state minister Bratya Basu and Barrackpore MP Partha Bhowmik held a press conference at Trinamool Bhavan. Pictures of Jayanta Kant, the police observer in charge of four stations in Malda, and his wife were released. The woman is seen in multiple pictures with Jayanta. One picture also shows Bihar Deputy Chief Minister Samrat Chowdhury. The TMC has also questioned the appointment of Jayanta as a police observer for Manikchak, Mothabari, Sujapur and Baishnabnagar in Malda.

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Akila News✓

Mar 24, 2026, 01:51 PM

Gujarat BJP Holds State Executive Meeting to Strengthen Organization Ahead of Elections

Rajkot: State BJP President Jagdishbhai Vishwakarma presided over the state executive meeting held at State BJP Kamalam office, Gandhinagar and in the inspiring presence of Chief Minister Bhupendrabhai Patel, detailed discussions were held on strengthening the organization and strategy in view of the upcoming elections.

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Lokmat

Mar 24, 2026, 01:49 PM

Uddhav Thackeray Bids Emotional Farewell to Maharashtra Legislative Council

The term of 9 members of the Maharashtra Legislative Council is ending today, and a farewell ceremony was organized in the House today. Speaking on this occasion, former Chief Minister of the state and Chief of Uddhav Sena Uddhav Thackeray was seen getting very emotional. "I bid farewell to the House on the day my work started in the true sense," he expressed his feelings. In his speech, Uddhav Thackeray recalled the memories of six years ago. He said, "Today is 24 March. On this day six years ago, Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced a nationwide lockdown. My work as Chief Minister started from that day. It was a very strange and challenging time. Today, on the same date, I bid farewell to this House, it is a strange coincidence." Uddhav Thackeray also mentioned the important decisions of his tenure as Chief Minister. "The first decision of my cabinet was to give funds for the conservation of Raigad Fort, while the last decision of the cabinet was to name Aurangabad as Sambhajinagar." He also thanked the doctors who helped him during the Corona crisis.

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Uttarbanga Sambad

Mar 24, 2026, 01:48 PM

TMC Candidate Accused of Violating Model Code of Conduct in West Bengal

Harishchandrapur: TMC candidate from Harishchandrapur constituency, Motibur Rahman, has been accused of violating the Model Code of Conduct (MCC) even though it came into effect after the announcement of the schedule for the 2026 assembly elections.

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TV9 Hindi

Mar 24, 2026, 01:45 PM

Ranveer Singh Seeks Quashing of FIR in 'Kantara Chapter 1' Mimicry Controversy

Ranveer Singh has approached the Karnataka High Court seeking quashing of an FIR and a private complaint in the'Kantara Chapter 1'mimicry controversy.

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Akila News✓

Mar 24, 2026, 01:38 PM

Kim Jong-un Defends North Korea's Nuclear Ambitions Amid Global Concern

New Delhi: After the recent attack on Iran, North Korean dictator Kim Jong-un has made a very controversial and aggressive statement. Kim said in clear terms that the current situation in Iran proves that the decision taken by North Korea to develop nuclear weapons was very correct and timely. Kim Jong-un further added that powerful countries can target a country anytime if it does not have nuclear power. This statement has once again caused concern in the US and Western countries. Especially when there is a war-like situation between Israel and Iran, this attitude of North Korea can create new challenges for the security of Asia and the world. Jong-un described the decision to increase nuclear power as his best step after the failure of talks with Donald Trump in 2019. He made it clear that North Korea will now play a more active role in the united front against the US, although he said that North Korea does not need to be so dependent on nuclear weapons anymore.

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TV9 Hindi

Mar 24, 2026, 01:34 PM

Congress Candidates Face Rejection in Assam Assembly Elections

In a major setback to the Congress candidates for the Assam Assembly elections. Nominations of 3 leaders have been rejected. One of them was from the Jalukbari seat from where Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma is contesting. A total of 18 nominations have been rejected so far. According to the Election Commission website, the nominations of Congress candidate Anand Narah from Dhakuakhana seat, Nirmal Langthasa from Haflong seat and Vidisha Neog from Jalukbari seat have been rejected. The Dhakuakhana seat is currently held by former BJP minister Naba Kumar Doley. BJP cabinet minister Nandita Garlosa's candidature for Haflong seat has been accepted. Gorlosa joined the Congress on Sunday night. She filed her nomination the very next day. The 3 leaders whose nominations have been rejected have not been mentioned on the Election Commission website. Among the candidates whose nominations have been rejected so far are 126 candidates of the Janata Morcha, 1 of the SuMukti International Party, 3 of the Communist Party of Jharkhand (CPI) and 3 of the Jharkhand Mukti Morcha.

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The Financial Express

Mar 24, 2026, 01:30 PM

Gold Prices in India Fall Due to International Rate Decline and Strong Dollar

On 24 March 2026, the price of 24K gold at ₹139,100 per 10 grams, reflecting a loss of ₹655 compared to its previous close. Meanwhile, 22K gold is at ₹127,508 per 10 grams. Gold prices in India are largely influenced by international spot gold rates, US dollar fluctuations, and import duties on Gold among other things. Gold prices in India continue to remain higher than in Dubai. On 24 March 2026 the price of 24K gold in India is at ₹139,100 per 10 grams, while in Dubai it is ₹130,985, reflecting a difference of ₹8,115 or 6.20%. Similarly, 22K and 18K gold prices in India were also about 6.20% costlier compared to the price of gold in Dubai , not accounting for fees, duties, and taxes. Gold prices continue to trend downward due to the lack of de-escalation in the West Asia conflict alongside a firm dollar index. A strong dollar makes precious metals like gold more expensive for other currency holders, thereby denting demand. Iran dismissed US President Donald Trump’s claims of negotiations as Israel continues to carry out strikes on Iran, which further weighed on sentiment. In the last trading session, the yellow metal reached one of its lowest levels in over four months. ALSO READ Is Gold & Silver a ‘Buy’ now or in ‘Bear Zone’? Experts weigh in As rising fuel prices continue to stoke inflationary concerns, global central banks maintain a hawkish stance, which has also dampened the appeal of the asset. Experts expect gold prices to maintain a bearish trend in the near term due to rising inflationary concerns and the tightening policy stance of central banks globally. High interest rates reduce the appeal of non-interest-yielding assets. Markets continue to monitor tensions in the Middle East, which will further dictate the trajectory of gold prices. “ MCX Gold April futures may drop to Rs 137,500/10g as prices are trading with a negative undertone in world markets,” said Jigar Trivedi, Senior Research Analyst at IndusInd Securities. Retail investors are advised to track not just domestic rates but also international trends before making buying decisions. ALSO READ Is Gold & Silver a ‘Buy’ now or in ‘Bear Zone’? Experts weigh in

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