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Bengaluru to Chennai in 3 hours: South India’s first greenfield expressway to be fully operational by June 2026

CITY

Bengaluru to Chennai in 3 hours: South India’s first greenfield expressway to be fully operational by June 2026

Union Minister Nitin Gadkari said that the remaining stretches are now scheduled for completion by mid-2026.

Exceptional CV of astronaut Sunita Williams: From naval aviator to spacewalk record

WORLD

Exceptional CV of astronaut Sunita Williams: From naval aviator to spacewalk record

Williams have spent a total of 608 days in space across three missions, making her the second-most experienced NASA astronaut after Peggy Whitson, who holds the record for 675 days.

Nagpur violence: 50 arrested, curfew curbs, politics over Aurangzeb | 10 points

CITY

Nagpur violence: 50 arrested, curfew curbs, politics over Aurangzeb | 10 points

Following the violence, curfew has been imposed in areas under the jurisdiction of Kotwali, Ganeshpeth, Tehsil, Lakadganj, Pachpaoli, Shanti Nagar, Sakkardara, Nandanvan, Imambada, Yashodhara Nagar and Kapil Nagar police stations

1.4 billion Indians have always taken great pride in your achievements: PM Modi's letter to Sunita Williams

INDIA

1.4 billion Indians have always taken great pride in your achievements: PM Modi's letter to Sunita Williams

In a post on X, Union Minister Jitendra Singh on Tuesday, shared the letter dated March 1, to Williams, where he enquired about her health and also invited her to visit India.

Kolkata woman diagnosed with rare human coronavirus: How does HKU1 spread and who are at risk?

CITY

Kolkata woman diagnosed with rare human coronavirus: How does HKU1 spread and who are at risk?

As of now, there is no vaccine or specific treatment for human coronaviruses.

'Mob came and ...': Nagpur residents recall night of horror amid Aurangzeb tomb row

CITY

'Mob came and ...': Nagpur residents recall night of horror amid Aurangzeb tomb row

Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis and Union minister Nitin Gadkari have appealed for peace and harmony in the wake of the violence.

A letter and 59 'obscene' videos: How Hathras professor's decades-long abuse of girls came to light

CITY

A letter and 59 'obscene' videos: How Hathras professor's decades-long abuse of girls came to light

The professor has been accused of exploiting his position to coerce female students into sexual acts in exchange for favourable grades and job opportunities.

Pregnant woman, friend killed after pole collapses on them in Bengaluru

CITY

Pregnant woman, friend killed after pole collapses on them in Bengaluru

The accident occurred when a JCB machine accidentally struck the light pole, causing it to topple onto the women as they walked along the roadside.

New to air travel? Delhi IGI Airport gets virtual info kiosks to assist flyers

CITY

New to air travel? Delhi IGI Airport gets virtual info kiosks to assist flyers

Passengers can simply scan their boarding pass and instantly receive flight updates, gate directions, and even a downloadable airport map.

Fadnavis warns of strict action amid Nagpur clashes, oppn breathes fire: Who said what over Aurangzeb tomb row

CITY

Fadnavis warns of strict action amid Nagpur clashes, oppn breathes fire: Who said what over Aurangzeb tomb row

CM Fadnavis has warned of strict actions against those who try to ignite tension in the state.

Beawar-Bharatpur Expressway: Faster travel with fewer turns; survey work to begin soon in Rajasthan

CITY

Beawar-Bharatpur Expressway: Faster travel with fewer turns; survey work to begin soon in Rajasthan

The new greenfield expressway will cover a total distance of 342 km and is designed to improve traffic flow while cutting down travel time.

Grok reignites social media wars between political parties on X with sassy replies

INDIA

Grok reignites social media wars between political parties on X with sassy replies

What started as a small conversation quickly blew up into major debates among political fans.

Annamalai, Tamil Nadu BJP Leaders arrested ahead of Rs 1,000-crore TASMAC protest

INDIA

Annamalai, Tamil Nadu BJP Leaders arrested ahead of Rs 1,000-crore TASMAC protest

Annamalai had planned to rally outside TASMAC’s headquarters in Egmore, Chennai, but police detained him near his home in Akkarai as he attempted to leave.

India’s Got Latent row: Maharashtra Cyber Cell issues second summons to Samay Raina

INDIA

India’s Got Latent row: Maharashtra Cyber Cell issues second summons to Samay Raina

The controversy arose from a provocative exchange during the show, where co-host Ranveer Allahbadia asked a shocking question to a contestant: "Would you rather watch your parents... or join in once and stop it forever?"

Hathras girl's rape sparks outrage; locals vandalise mosque in protest

CITY

Hathras girl's rape sparks outrage; locals vandalise mosque in protest

Police reached the spot and brought the situation under control after talking to members from both communities.

Decline in Kerala's central tax share is concerning: CM Pinarayi Vijayan

CITY

Decline in Kerala's central tax share is concerning: CM Pinarayi Vijayan

In an interview with the Business Standard, CM Vijayan discussed the state’s economic policies, challenges with central funding, and his government’s commitment to women’s safety and infrastructure development.

'Ranya Rao hid gold wherever she has ...': Karnataka MLA's vulgar remark stokes controversy

CITY

'Ranya Rao hid gold wherever she has ...': Karnataka MLA's vulgar remark stokes controversy

Seeking strong action in the gold smuggling case, BJP MLA Basangouda Patil Yatnal asserted that all found guilty must be held accountable.

How actors Ranya Rao, Virat Konduru bypassed Dubai customs checks to smuggle gold? DRI makes big revelation

CITY

How actors Ranya Rao, Virat Konduru bypassed Dubai customs checks to smuggle gold? DRI makes big revelation

The two arrested actors – Ranya Rao and Konduru – who have known each other for over a decade, are reported to have been partners in a diamond trading company in the UAE.

Noida-Ghaziabad to Dehradun via Meerut: How Upper Ganga Canal Expressway will transform UP-Uttarakhand travel

CITY

Noida-Ghaziabad to Dehradun via Meerut: How Upper Ganga Canal Expressway will transform UP-Uttarakhand travel

The expressway is set to improve connectivity between the two states, providing a smoother travel experience for commuters.

How American soldiers were identified 80 years after World War II plane crash in Assam

CITY

How American soldiers were identified 80 years after World War II plane crash in Assam

The three soldiers have been identified as Flight Officer Chester L Rinke, 33, of Marquette, Michigan; Second Lieutenant Walter B Miklosh, 21, of Chicago, Illinois; and Sergeant Donal C Aiken, 33, of Everett, Washington.

Apology or publicity stunt? Vadodara car crash accused Rakshit Chaurasia faces backlash on social media

CITY

Apology or publicity stunt? Vadodara car crash accused Rakshit Chaurasia faces backlash on social media

In a video released by news agency ANI, Rakshit is seen limping, likely due to leg injuries, while holding his ears as an apology as he is escorted back to the police van. The main suspect in the Vadodara car crash, which resulted in one woman’s death and injuries to eight others, was brought to the accident site on Saturday to recreate the scene.

‘Paltu chacha kahan?’ Tej Pratap Yadav’s post-Holi ride outside Nitish Kumar’s residence

INDIA

‘Paltu chacha kahan?’ Tej Pratap Yadav’s post-Holi ride outside Nitish Kumar’s residence

A video shows Tej Pratap, accompanied by another man soaked in colors, riding a scooter toward the Chief Minister’s residence. As they reach the gate, Yadav can be heard repeatedly asking, "Paltu chacha kahan? Paltu chacha...

Gold smuggling case: Ranya Rao’s stepfather, DGP Ramchandra Rao sent on ‘compulsory leave’ with immediate effect

INDIA

Gold smuggling case: Ranya Rao’s stepfather, DGP Ramchandra Rao sent on ‘compulsory leave’ with immediate effect

Ranya Rao is the stepdaughter of DGP-rank officer K. Ramachandra Rao, who currently serves as the Managing Director of the Karnataka State Police Housing and Infrastructure Development Corporation.

Jharkhand: Clash during Holi procession in Giridih injures several; shops, vehicles set ablaze

CITY

Jharkhand: Clash during Holi procession in Giridih injures several; shops, vehicles set ablaze

The situation is currently under control as police forces remain deployed at the area. An investigation is underway to identify those involved

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