Amit Shah inaugurates third international kite festival at Baansera Park in Delhi

Union home minister Amit Shah on Friday inaugurated the 3rd International Kite Festival, urging the Delhi government and Delhi Development Authority (DDA) to form a committee to make the city the national hub for kite festivities, expand the event, and encourage public participation for a grand nationwide celebration. …

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Maharashtra civic poll results 2026: BJP dominates, AIMIM expands, Congress finds foothold – 5 key takeaways

The BJP-led Mahayuti alliance secured a decisive victory in the Maharashtra civic elections 2026, including the BMC polls, across 27 civic bodies. Key takeaways highlight the BJP’s dominance under Devendra Fadnavis, the erosion of the Thackeray legacy, and the fizzling out of Ajit Pawar’s political maneuvers. The Congress showed a…

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Delhi Metro commuters can now book bike taxis, cabs from these stations; details inside

According to the DMRC, the initiative is aimed at strengthening first- and last-mile access to the metro network and addressing the growing concern of air pollution in the city by promoting the use of environment-friendly and efficient modes of transport, as reported by PTI. Read More | Source: DNA…

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Delhi Pollution: GRAP 3 curbs enforced in Delhi-NCR as air quality likely to turn ‘severe’

GRAP 3 restrictions were revoked earlier this month after the air quality improved; however, several preventive and control measures under GRAP 1 and 2 continue across the NCR. Read More | Source: DNA…

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Capital chokes: GRAP-III reimposed in Delhi-NCR; air quality likely to turn ‘severe’

Delhi-NCR faces renewed pollution crisis as authorities re-implement GRAP-III restrictions. Non-essential construction, demolition, and mining activities are halted. Vehicular curbs target older diesel and petrol models. Essential services and critical projects are exempted, with schools offering hybrid learning. This move aims to combat the ‘severe’ air quality forecast. …

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‘Leave by any means available’: India tells 9,000 citizens in Iran to exit amid escalating situation — Here’s what MEA said

The Ministry of External Affairs has urged around 9,000 Indian citizens, primarily students in Iran, to depart the country due to recent developments. Advisories have been issued for both those in Iran and those planning to travel there. India is actively monitoring the situation and preparing to assist citizens wishing…

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Toll Plaza Rules: Cash payments to be banned? All you need to know

According to reports, the ministry is preparing for a seamless transition from cash to FASTag and UPI payments only, from April 1. Hence, commuters will be required to be prepared for the digital shift and make necessary arrangements. Read More | Source: DNA…

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Who is Shrikant Pangarkar? Gauri Lankesh murder accused wins from Ward 13 of Jalna Municipal Corporation

?Shrikant defeated his nearest rival, Raosaheb Dhoble of the BJP, who received 2,477 votes. He is accused of the 2017 murder of journalist Gauri Lankesh that triggered nationwide outrage. The journalist was shot dead outside her home in Bengaluru, Karnataka, on September 5, 2017. Read More | Source: DNA…

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Maharashtra civic polls results 2026: Mahayuti surge dents Thackeray camps; Congress falters – key highlights

The Mahayuti alliance, comprising BJP and Shiv Sena, has secured a dominant performance in Maharashtra’s local body elections, leading in key municipal corporations including Mumbai, Pune, and Nagpur. This victory is being hailed as a mandate for Prime Minister Modi’s policies and nationalism, with opposition parties like Shiv Sena (UBT),…

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BMC election results 2026: Bengaluru BJP MPs trolls Raj Thackeray with ‘rasmalai’; Mahayuti sweeps polls

In a light-hearted twist following the BJP’s victory in the Maharashtra civic elections, MP PC Mohan cheekily took a dig at Raj Thackeray by referencing ‘rajmalai’. This comes on the heels of Thackeray’s playful jab at K Annamalai, calling him ‘rasmalai’ during a spirited debate on Mumbai’s essence. …

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PCMC Election Results 2026: Pawars fail to deliver in Pimpri-Chinchwad, Pune; BJP takes major lead

The Nationalist Congress Party, split into factions led by Ajit Pawar and Sharad Pawar, faced a significant setback in the Pimpri-Chinchwad and Pune municipal elections. Despite campaigning together, both factions suffered losses, with the BJP leading in a majority of wards. This performance raises questions about the potential merger of…

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Who is first winner of Mumbai BMC Election 2026? Meet winner from Dharavi Ward 183, check her net worth, education and more

As the counting of votes in the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) electionsin underway, Congress registered its victory with Asha Deepak Kale winning from Dharavi ward 183. The Congress politician became the first declared winner in the 2026 BMC elections, defeating her closest rival, Vaishali Shewale of the Eknath Shinde-led Shiv…

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Kerala Student Modifies Honda City To Shoot Flames, Fined Rs 1 Lakh In Bengaluru

A Kerala student, driving an illegally modified car which shot flames from its exhaust, has been fined by authorities in Bengaluru. The student had to pay a fine of Rs 1.11 lakh to the Yelahanka Regional Transport Office (RTO). Read More | Source: NDTV News…

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What is indelible ink row? Rahul Gandhi accuses ECI of ‘gaslighting citizens’ amid BMC elections 2026 results, says, ‘Vote chori is…’

The Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Friday has made strong allegation against Election Commission of gaslighting citizens over concerns about fading ‘indelible ink’. What is indelible ink? Read More | Source: DNA…

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