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Preparations are underway for flag hoisting ceremonies at six sub-temples within the Ram Janmabhoomi complex, following similar events on the main spire. The Hanuman temple ceremony is scheduled for Hanuman Jayanti on April 2, while the other five will occur in phases from March 22 to March 31. These events…

Shiv Sena’s Sanjay Raut and Congress’s Rahul Gandhi have slammed the Modi government over the rupee’s sharp fall against the dollar. They argue this decline reflects a loss of national prestige and signals impending inflation, accusing the government of prioritizing elections over economic stability and offering only rhetoric instead of…

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will chair a high-level meeting to review India’s energy preparedness amid escalating West Asian tensions. The focus will be on ensuring uninterrupted supply, stable logistics, and efficient distribution of petroleum, power, and fertilisers across the nation. This comes as the ongoing conflict impacts global energy supplies…

World Down Syndrome Day on March 21 highlights Trisomy 21, a genetic condition affecting millions. While biology is understood, outcomes depend on care, early intervention, and societal perception. Early diagnosis and therapies are crucial for individuals to achieve milestones and participate fully in life. …

Women make up less than 17 percent of the paid water workforce globally — but in India’s villages, they are already running the systems. This is the story of how grassroots networks and government schemes are turning water’s biggest burden-bearers into its most effective managers. …

The BJP has finalized its Puducherry assembly election candidates, naming M Arulmurugan for Karaikal South. This completes their list for the April 9 polls, where they contest 10 seats alongside allies AINRC, AIADMK, and LJK. Preparations are in full swing for the 30-seat election, with EVMs and VVPATs readied for…

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar spoke with his Iranian counterpart Abbas Araghchi, discussing the ongoing West Asian conflict and its regional implications. Prime Minister Narendra Modi also engaged with Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian, expressing concern over regional stability and condemning attacks that threaten global supply chains and freedom of navigation….

The National Highways Authority of India is deploying AI-powered dashcams across 40,000 km of its network to address a significant rise in commuter complaints regarding road conditions. These dashcams will monitor over 30 types of defects, including pavement issues and safety concerns, with reports generated daily to facilitate prompt repairs….

The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has announced nine candidates for the Puducherry Legislative Assembly elections, contesting in alliance with the All India NR Congress. The Election Commission of India has also completed the first randomisation of EVMs and VVPATs for the upcoming polls in Puducherry, Assam, and Kerala, as well…

Mumbai, Delhi, and Noida power companies lead in performance for 2024-25. Adani Electricity Mumbai, TPDDL, and NPCL secured top positions. Delhi’s discoms also excelled in consumer service. These rankings highlight operational efficiency and customer satisfaction. The surveys aim to drive improvements across the power sector. …

Iranian President Pezeshkian urged the India-led BRICS to play an independent role in halting aggressions against Iran amid escalating Middle East tensions. He highlighted alleged US and Israeli “unlawful attacks” and crimes, emphasizing Iran’s opposition to nuclear weapons. PM Modi condemned attacks on energy infrastructure and called for dialogue and…

AIADMK, a key NDA ally in Puducherry, has agreed to contest from two constituencies, Uppalam and Orleanpet, to uphold coalition dharma. The party expressed confidence in winning both seats and asserted its claim for a share in power if the alliance secures victory in the upcoming Assembly polls. This decision…

Kerala CM Pinarayi Vijayan sharply criticized Congress and Rahul Gandhi, labeling them the “B-team of BJP” and accusing them of failing to learn from past experiences. He highlighted their repeated allegations against Arvind Kejriwal despite court dismissals and claimed Congress aligns with the BJP at both national and state levels….

Addressing a public gathering here on the completion of four years of the Uttarakhand government, the Defence Minister expressed pride and confidence in the government led by CM Dhami and attributed the state’s growth to him. …

Assam’s election campaign is set to be dominated by key issues including eviction policies, infiltration concerns, and development projects. Political parties will debate the government’s actions on land reclamation and child marriage, while illegal immigration and the CAA remain contentious. The ruling alliance will highlight welfare schemes and job recruitment,…