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Telangana minister Uttam Kumar Reddy revealed that robotic technology is being utilized in the SLBC tunnel rescue to navigate the dangerous final stretch. The BJP criticised the state government’s crisis management, demanding accountability and a judicial inquiry into the incident. …

During Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s two-day visit to Mauritius, India and Mauritius will sign agreements in capacity building, trade, and tackling financial crimes. Modi will be the chief guest at Mauritius’s national-day celebrations. The visit aims to strengthen bilateral ties, with India being a significant development partner and major trading…

Rahul Gandhi urged the Gujarat Congress to expel leaders and workers who are aligned with BJP, stressing the need to reconnect with people to regain trust and win elections. He criticised the state’s struggling industries, calling for a new vision to support farmers and revive the sectors. …

The Delhi government approved the Mahila Samridhi Yojana on Women’s Day, providing Rs 2,500 to women from economically weaker sections. With a budget allocation of Rs 5100 crores, women earning up to Rs 2.5 lakh annually and aged 18-60 years are eligible. …

The CBI, in collaboration with the DRI, has initiated an investigation into gold smuggling operations at various Indian airports. This follows the arrest of Kannada actress Ranya Rao with 14.2 kg of gold at Bengaluru Airport. The Karnataka government plans to revise airport protocol services to prevent misuse. …

Prime Minister Narendra Modi marked International Women’s Day by emphasizing his government’s initiatives for women’s safety, financial independence, and representation. He highlighted measures like e-FIR, women’s economic empowerment programs, and praised the increasing female workforce in various sectors, while also celebrating inspiring stories of Indian women from diverse fields. …

President Droupadi Murmu, Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Rahul Gandhi, and Amit Shah extend their greetings on International Women’s Day, highlighting the significant contributions and achievements of women. They stress the importance of gender equality, women’s empowerment, and recognize women’s roles in shaping the nation’s progress. …

Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Sanjay Raut criticized the Maharashtra government on Women’s Day for not addressing crimes against women. He highlighted recent incidents such as the rape cases in Pune and Buldhana, questioning the celebration of such international days without substantive action to protect women. …

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar inaugurated the new Indian Consulate in Belfast, Northern Ireland. He emphasized its role in enhancing Indian diaspora welfare, and expressed optimism regarding finalizing a free trade agreement with the UK and EU. The consulate aims to improve economic and technological ties. …

In celebration of International Women’s Day, the Central Railways operates the Vande Bharat Express between CSMT and Shirdi with an all-women crew. This initiative includes loco pilots, train managers, and other staff, showcasing the efforts to empower women in the Indian Railways. …

Maharashtra Samajwadi Party chief Abu Azmi has requested the revocation of his suspension from the Assembly. He claims his statements on Mughal ruler Aurangzeb were misinterpreted and taken out of context. Azmi maintains that his comments were historically accurate and not intended to be controversial. …

Google’s International Women’s Day 2025 Doodle honors women in STEM, celebrating pioneers like Marie Curie, Ada Lovelace, and Katherine Johnson. This tribute highlights their groundbreaking achievements and continues efforts to close the gender gap in these fields through education, policy changes, and advocacy, inspiring young women to pursue STEM careers….