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Indian Air Force helicopters carried out 54 sorties, dropping over 1.62 lakh litres of water to control a forest fire in East Siang district of Arunachal Pradesh. The four-day operation helped protect nearby settlements with multi-agency support

The Supreme Court of India refused to hear a plea seeking repatriation of ashes believed to be of Subhas Chandra Bose from Renkoji Temple. The petition by grand nephew Ashis Ray was withdrawn after the court questioned proof and family consensus

BRS working president KT Rama Rao has written to Union Petroleum Minister Hardeep Singh Puri highlighting a severe shortage of commercial LPG cylinders in Telangana. He warned that nearly 90 per cent of hotels and eateries in Hyderabad could shut down within 48 hours if supply is not restored.

A Jharkhand boy who accidentally boarded a train to Kerala as a child reunited with his family after 13 years. Raja Gope was traced to his village in Chaibasa through efforts by NGOs and authorities

Twenty-one Tangkhul Naga civilians detained by Kuki villagers and armed men in Manipur’s Ukhrul district were released after overnight negotiations between authorities and civil society groups. Security forces intensified patrols along the Ukhrul-Imphal road to prevent further tensions

Gold prices in India slipped slightly on Thursday while silver rebounded on strong buying. On Multi Commodity Exchange, gold futures declined marginally as global bullion weakened due to a stronger dollar, while silver gained. Meanwhile, the Indian Rupee hit a record low

Gas Authority of India Limited has halted natural gas supply to the 370 MW Yelahanka Gas-Based Power Plant, raising concerns over possible power disruptions. The shortage follows the West Asia conflict and the Centre’s decision to prioritise gas allocation for domestic and essential sectors

Indian security agencies have warned of a possible surge in narcotics smuggling by Pakistan-based Khalistani elements, with several training camps reportedly reactivated. Intelligence inputs suggest groups backed by ISI may intensify drug trafficking and terror activities targeting Punjab

An Indian crew member died after Iran attacked the US-owned tanker Safesea Vishnu near Basra using underwater drones. Fifteen other Indian sailors were evacuated safely, as tensions escalate in the Persian Gulf amid the ongoing US-Israel military campaign against Iran

Audi India will raise car prices by up to 2 per cent from April 1, 2026, citing higher input costs and currency fluctuations. Brand Director Balbir Singh Dhillon said the increase will apply across all models sold in India

The Congress party faced backlash after posting an old photo on social media to highlight LPG shortages, leading to its removal. Meanwhile, protests against rising LPG prices have spread across several states, with the Maharashtra Congress announcing statewide demonstrations.

Masoud Pezeshkian said Iran will end the war with the United States and Israel only if its rights are recognised, reparations paid and security guarantees provided. Donald Trump signalled continued military operations as casualties and global oil market concerns rise

A bizarre case of alleged negligence has emerged in Bihar’s District and Sessions Court recruitment process, where a candidate’s admit card carried a dog’s photograph instead of his own.

Induction cooktops are selling out across major online platforms in India as households rush to secure alternatives to LPG amid fears of supply disruptions linked to the West Asia conflict. Demand for electric cooking appliances has surged sharply on e-commerce platforms

A bomb threat email during Maharashtra’s Budget Session triggered a major security alert in Mumbai, targeting Vidhan Bhavan, Bombay Stock Exchange, Bombay High Court and Mumbai Metro. Bomb squads and police launched searches while cyber teams began tracing the sender

Union Minister Suresh Gopi said participation on the dais at the Prime Minister’s event follows the Blue Book and Special Protection Group protocols. He responded to the absence of Pinarayi Vijayan’s government from Narendra Modi’s Kochi programme over an invitation dispute

Iran has allowed India-flagged tankers to pass through the Strait of Hormuz after talks between External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar and Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi. The move helps ensure India’s crude supply despite ongoing tensions and attacks affecting maritime traffic

A suspect was apprehended after a firing incident at a private function in Jammu attended by National Conference president Farooq Abdullah and Deputy Chief Minister Surinder Choudhary. The accused, Kamal Singh Jamwal, was swiftly taken into custody by security personnel.

Security forces uncovered a terrorist hideout in the Chamrer forest area of Rajouri district, Jammu and Kashmir, during a search operation by Rashtriya Rifles. A ready-to-use IED, along with clothes and food items, was recovered. No arrests were made 

A massive fire destroyed around 80 shanties in a slum cluster near the fish market in Delhi’s Matiala area late Wednesday night. Nearly 28 fire tenders battled the blaze for hours before bringing it under control. No casualties were reported

  The National Investigation Agency conducted raids at multiple locations in Jammu and Kashmir’s Poonch district in connection with a terror conspiracy case linked to arms recovery in 2024. The case involves two accused and their Pakistani handler already chargesheeted 

Indian stock markets opened sharply lower as Brent crude surged past $100 per barrel amid escalating tensions between the United States and Iran. The Sensex and Nifty fell over 1 per cent in early trade, with broad-based selling and rising volatility weighing on investor sentiment 

Union minister Suresh Gopi said efforts are underway to control the LPG crisis caused partly by disruptions linked to the Strait of Hormuz, adding that India is exploring additional supplies while prioritising essential services.