Gunmen abduct 20 Naga people from three vehicles in Manipur

Naga men, women, and children were abducted by suspected militants along Manipur’s Ukhrul-Imphal Road, potentially escalating ethnic tensions. A Naga organization blamed Kuki militants, demanding their immediate release. The Manipur Chief Minister appealed for the unconditional release of all civilians and urged stakeholders to maintain peace. …

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Close shave for Farooq Abdullah: Man aims gun at ex-J&K CM, pinned down in time – CCTV footage

A man opened fire at the cavalcade of former Jammu and Kashmir chief minister Farooq Abdullah and Deputy CM Surinder Choudhary. Both leaders escaped unhurt as security personnel deflected the shot and apprehended the assailant. The accused, reportedly under the influence of alcohol, is being interrogated. …

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No-confidence motion against Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla defeated by voice vote amid opposition protest

Lok Sabha rejected a no-confidence motion against Speaker Om Birla by voice vote amid opposition protests demanding Home Minister Amit Shah’s apology. Shah criticized the move as rare and regrettable, emphasizing the Speaker’s neutrality and the House’s adherence to its own rules, not party dictates. Protests continued, disrupting proceedings. …

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‘Whenever there is discussion, he seems to be abroad’: Amit Shah slams Rahul Gandhi over attendance in Lok Sabha

Union Home Minister Amit Shah strongly criticized Rahul Gandhi in Lok Sabha, citing his poor attendance and foreign trips coinciding with key sessions. Shah defended Speaker Om Birla against the Opposition’s removal motion, calling it unprecedented and damaging to parliamentary traditions. He highlighted Gandhi’s lack of participation in crucial debates…

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Delhi prepares for a citywide celebration of running and fitness with Times Internet Delhi Half Marathon

On March 29, 2026, thousands of runners will gather in the heart of the capital as the city hosts one of its most anticipated community fitness events, the Times Internet Delhi Half Marathon. The race will begin at the iconic Major Dhyan Chand National Stadium in New Delhi, transforming the…

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Evening news wrap: IRCTC directs station kitchens to use microwave, induction; PM Modi assures help for Indians stranded in Gulf & more

Indian Railways is shifting food outlets to microwaves and induction stoves. This change follows LNG supply cuts due to the Middle East conflict. Prime Minister Narendra Modi has pledged full support for Indians stranded in the Gulf. Reports also indicate Iran’s potential acquisition of a Chinese missile. India has purchased…

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Arvind Kejriwal appeals to Delhi high court Chief Justice to transfer excise policy case to ‘impartial’ bench

Arvind Kejriwal and other accused in the excise policy case have requested the Delhi High Court Chief Justice to transfer their criminal revision petition from Justice Swarna Kanta Sharma’s bench. They allege bias and express concerns over the bench’s prima facie view and interim directions without hearing all parties. …

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AI Express flight from Hyd makes a hard landing at Phuket, gets stuck on runway; all safe

An Air India Express Boeing 737 MAX experienced a hard landing in Phuket, with its nose wheels detaching upon the second touchdown. The aircraft, carrying 138 people, made a bounce after the initial impact. Fortunately, no injuries were reported, and the Directorate General of Civil Aviation is investigating the incident….

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‘A welcome step’: Opposition backs TMC’s move to bring impeachment motion against CEC Gyanesh Kumar

Opposition parties, led by the Trinamool Congress, are planning an impeachment motion against the Chief Election Commissioner over alleged irregularities in West Bengal’s electoral roll revision. Citing concerns over a large number of voters under scrutiny, parties like Congress and Samajwadi Party have voiced support. …

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India prepares for its biggest headcount: What makes Census 2027 different

India gears up for Census 2027, a comprehensive, paper-free digital headcount after a decade-long delay. This exercise will include caste enumeration for the first time since 1931 and will be crucial for Lok Sabha delimitation, potentially impacting women’s reservation. The digital approach aims for efficiency and transparency. …

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Census 2027: How India’s population count will be conducted in two phases

Census 2027 will be conducted in two phases, starting with Houselisting and Housing Census from April to September 2026, followed by Population Enumeration in February 2027. This digital exercise will involve house-to-house visits and an option for online self-enumeration to ensure comprehensive data collection. …

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Air India Express plane makes hard landing at Phuket airport; pictures show nose-wheel damage

An Air India Express flight from Hyderabad to Phuket encountered a nose-wheel issue during landing on Wednesday, causing a rough touchdown and a temporary suspension of airport operations. The Boeing 737 MAX 8 aircraft became stuck on the runway. The airline confirmed the incident, stating the crew followed all protocols…

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SC allows withdrawal of life support in Harish Rana passive euthanasia case

In a landmark decision, the Supreme Court has permitted the withdrawal of medical treatment for Harish Rana, a 31-year-old man in a vegetative state. The apex court has instructed Delhi’s AIIMS to facilitate the discontinuation of life support for Rana, who has been in this condition for a considerable period….

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