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Delhi Police Arrest Three in Major Digital Arrest Scam, Bust Mule Account Network

NEW DELHI, MARCH 18: The Delhi Police has arrested three individuals for allegedly supporting a large cyber fraud operation linked to a “digital arrest” scam that cheated a resident of Paschim Vihar out of ₹14.2 lakh. Authorities said the accused played a key role in arranging bank accounts used to receive and transfer proceeds of…

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Vaishnaw Clarifies Rules on Luxury Train Travel for Officials and Updates Parliament on Station Development Works

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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Delhi High Court Seeks Government Response on PIL Challenging Limited Free Treatment Policy at ILBS

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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CARA Holds Regional Workshop in Bhopal to Boost Adoption Awareness and Family-Based Care for Children with Special Needs

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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Indian Tanker Jag Laadki Safely Docks at Mundra Amid West Asia Tensions

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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PM Modi Bids Farewell to Retiring Rajya Sabha MPs Says Public Service Never Ends

New Delhi, March 18: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday bid farewell to retiring members of the Rajya Sabha, underlining that there is “no full stop” in public life and that their experience will continue to benefit the nation. Addressing the House, the Prime Minister acknowledged the contributions of outgoing members and emphasised that public…

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Delhi High Court to Hear Urgent Plea on Security in Uttam Nagar Amid Rising Tensions

New Delhi, March 18: The Delhi High Court on Wednesday agreed to urgently hear a petition seeking enhanced security measures in Uttam Nagar, amid concerns over possible disturbances in the lead-up to Eid. The plea has been filed by the Association for Protection of Civil Rights, which has urged the court to direct the Delhi…

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Six Killed in Major Fire Near Palam Metro Station in Delhi

New Delhi, March 18: At least six people, including three children, lost their lives and several others were seriously injured after a massive fire broke out in a multi-storey residential building near Shri Ram Chowk, close to the Palam Metro station in southwest Delhi on Wednesday morning. According to officials from the Delhi Police and…

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India Explores LPG Supply Deal with Canada Amid West Asia Disruptions

Toronto, March 18: India is moving closer to securing liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) supplies from Canada, with advanced-level discussions underway as geopolitical tensions in West Asia tighten the availability of the essential cooking fuel. Officials indicated that talks are progressing with Canadian energy firms, raising the possibility that initial shipments could begin as early as…

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NICDC Holds Key Consultation to Revamp Export-Oriented Industrial Clusters

New Delhi, March 18: The government has stepped up efforts to reinvigorate export-driven industrial clusters, with key stakeholders calling for a comprehensive strategy that blends infrastructure upgrades, technology integration, and stronger domestic manufacturing capabilities. A high-level consultation was organised by the National Industrial Corridor Development Corporation (NICDC) at Vanijya Bhawan, bringing together representatives from industry…

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