Doha | March 17, 2026: Qatar’s air defence systems responded promptly to a missile threat, successfully intercepting incoming projectiles and preventing any major harm. The swift action ensured that populated areas remained safe, with no immediate reports of casualties or structural damage. Despite the successful interception, falling debris from the missiles landed in an industrial…
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New Delhi, March 17: Marking the Raising Day of the Narcotics Control Bureau, Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Tuesday praised the agency’s relentless efforts in tackling drug abuse and trafficking across the country, highlighting its vital role in safeguarding the nation’s youth. Taking to social media, Shah acknowledged the bureau’s growing impact in curbing…
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New Delhi | 15 March 2026: A dedicated self-defence awareness and training session was successfully conducted at the ICSI Northern India Regional Council (NIRC) premises in Prasad Nagar, New Delhi, as part of the “Gyan Vridhi Programme.” The initiative was organised under the leadership of Santosh Pandey, Chairperson, ICSI-NIRC, with the objective of enhancing safety…
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New Delhi, 16 March 2026 : A vibrant cultural moment unfolded at the Delhi Secretariat on Monday when a ceremonial programme was organised in connection with the historic celebration of Phool Walon Ki Sair. The atmosphere turned festive with the soulful sound of the shehnai, creating a setting filled with tradition and symbolism. As part…
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Dubai, March 16: Flight operations at Dubai International Airport were briefly suspended after reports of a drone attack near the airport triggered security concerns, leading several airlines to halt or adjust services. Following the incident, Indian carriers including Air India and IndiGo announced temporary curtailment of some of their flight operations to and from Dubai…
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New Delhi, March 16: The government has made electronic Know Your Customer (e-KYC) verification compulsory for all domestic Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) consumers in an effort to ensure transparency in distribution and address concerns over supply shortages. Officials said the step is intended to verify the identity of consumers and eliminate duplicate or inactive connections…
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Brussels, March 16: India’s External Affairs Minister Subrahmanyam Jaishankar met Cyprus Foreign Minister Constantinos Kombos in Brussels on Monday, where the two leaders held discussions on strengthening bilateral ties and exchanging views on regional and global issues. During the meeting, both sides explored ways to deepen cooperation between India and Cyprus across various sectors, including…
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New Delhi, March 16: The mother of 26-year-old Tarun, who lost his life during a violent clash between neighbours in Uttam Nagar in the national capital, has demanded strict punishment for those responsible, saying the family will find peace only when the accused are brought to justice. Speaking to reporters, Tarun’s mother, Sunita, said the…
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Tehran, March 16: Iran has reportedly launched its advanced Sejjil-2 ballistic missile for the first time since the conflict with the United States and Israel began late last month, signalling a significant escalation as the war continues to intensify. The missile, considered one of Iran’s most powerful long-range weapons, was deployed as the conflict entered…
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New Delhi, March 16: The Haryana government on Monday informed the Supreme Court of India that it has decided not to grant permission to prosecute Ali Khan Mahmudabad, a professor at Ashoka University, who had been booked over social media posts related to “Operation Sindoor”. Appearing for the state, S. V. Raju told a bench…
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