NEW DELHI, MARCH 18: Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw has stated in the Lok Sabha that railway officials and their families can travel on Indian Railways services, including premium trains, strictly in accordance with existing rules and eligibility norms. Responding to a parliamentary question regarding complimentary travel on luxury trains such as the Palace on Wheels…
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LUCKNOW, MARCH 18: In a major push toward expanding access to safe drinking water in rural areas, the Government of Uttar Pradesh and the Central Government signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for the next phase of the Jal Jeevan Mission (JJM) 2.0 on Wednesday. The agreement officially launches the renewed phase of the nationwide…
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LUCKNOW, MARCH 18, 2026: Uttar Pradesh marked another milestone in its ongoing development journey as Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath highlighted the state’s progress over the past nine years under the leadership and guidance of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The occasion was commemorated with the release of a special annual publication showcasing the state’s achievements and…
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New Delhi, March 18, 2026: The Delhi High Court has directed the city government and the Institute of Liver and Biliary Sciences (ILBS) to submit their response to a public interest petition questioning the institution’s policy on free treatment allocation for economically weaker sections (EWS). A bench led by the Chief Justice issued notice after…
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Bengaluru, March 18:With preparations for the upcoming IPL season gathering momentum, the Royal Challengers Bengaluru squad has started coming together for training, marking an early phase of their campaign build-up. Among the prominent names joining the camp is veteran batter Virat Kohli, who is set to lead the team’s batting core as the franchise focuses…
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Bhopal, March 17: The Central Adoption Resource Authority (CARA), under the Ministry of Women and Child Development, organised its third Regional Consultative Workshop for the Central Zone at Ravindra Bhawan in Bhopal on Tuesday, as part of a nationwide campaign focused on promoting adoption and non-institutional rehabilitation of children with special needs. The event was…
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Mundra, March 18: The Indian-flagged tanker Jag Laadki has successfully reached Mundra Port, offering relief amid rising tensions in West Asia that have raised concerns over global energy supplies. Officials said the vessel’s safe arrival highlights India’s continued efforts to ensure uninterrupted movement of critical energy resources despite the volatile regional environment. The development comes…
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Riyadh, March 18: Saudi Arabia’s defence systems successfully intercepted a ballistic missile and multiple drones aimed at the capital Riyadh, with authorities confirming that no damage or casualties were reported. According to officials, the incoming threats were detected early and neutralised by the Kingdom’s air defence units, preventing any impact on civilian or strategic infrastructure.…
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Faridabad, March 18: A high-value online investment scam has left a Faridabad-based real estate dealer poorer by nearly ₹17 crore, with investigators uncovering a carefully planned fraud that unfolded over several months through digital manipulation and false promises of market gains. Police said the 43-year-old man had recently liquidated a major land asset worth about…
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Rome, March 18: The World Food Programme has raised alarm over the escalating conflict in the Middle East, warning that it could trigger an unprecedented surge in global hunger levels. According to the UN body, continued instability in the region threatens to disrupt critical food supply routes, leading to rising prices and reduced availability of…
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