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Ready for take-off: Noida International Airport secures security clearance, races towards launch

On the ground, officials confirmed that all major infrastructure is in place. The terminal's roofing, entry and exit facilities, and internal work are complete. The runway, air traffic control tower, and other airside facilities are ready. The CISF took over airport security last year and residential facilities for its personnel have been developed within the premises.

Maharashtra Budget 2026 highlights: CM Fadnavis announces loan waiver for farmers; Ladki Bahin Yojana to continue

Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis is presenting the Maharashtra Budget for 2026–27 in the Legislative Assembly. He is the first Chief Minister to do so in the state. In a big announcement, Fadnavis announced loan waiver for farmers: “Till September 3, 2025, loan of up to Rs 2 Lakh will be waived off under Punyashlok Ahilyabai Holkar farmers’ loan waiver Scheme."

Maharashtra Budget: Fadnavis govt may trim Ladki Bahin Yojana outlay amid drop in beneficiaries

The number of recipients has fallen sharply from a peak of approximately 2.43 crore to around 1.8 crore.

Maharashtra economy likely to grow 7.9 pc in 2025-26: Economic Survey

Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis will present the state budget 2026-27 in the assembly on March 6.

MBBS student killed after SUV rams scooter in Gorakhpur; driver arrested

The accident occurred on Wednesday night on the Mohaddipur-Kauwabagh Overbridge when a speeding black Toyota Fortuner coming from the opposite direction hit the scooter of Akash Pandey, a third-year medical student of BRD Medical College.

How two major expressways will unlock exciting road trips from Delhi to west and east

For the millions who journey home to Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh, Uttar Pradesh and Uttarakhand, the days of jostling for space on overcrowded trains may soon be a thing of the past, replaced by faster and more seamless road trips.

Mumbai Metro extends service for India-Eng semi-final - 'Use Churchgate B2 exit for quick access to Wankhede'

This designated route is intended to help spectators bypass the worst of the road congestion and reach their seats with minimal hassle.

Trapped in Dubai, 84 Pune students among 111 airlifted back to India

The students, all from Indira University, Pune, had departed for Dubai on February 23 for an educational tour and were scheduled to return on March 1.

Who is Saleem Wastik, the 'ex-Muslim' YouTuber brutally stabbed in Ghaziabad attack?

Saleem Wastik is a famous YouTuber and social media personality known for publicly identifying himself as an ex-Muslim. He gained attention through his videos and appearances on television debates where he spoke about his personal journey after leaving Islam.

Bengaluru techie dies by suicide after fight with mother-in-law while husband was home

A 35-year-old software professional allegedly died by suicide after a domestic argument with her mother-in-law at Abbigere in north Bengaluru.

Stolen 500-year-old bronze statue from Tamil Nadu temple found in UK museum, set to return to India

The return of the Tirumankai Alvar statue adds to a growing number of Indian antiquities being repatriated from international museums and collections in recent years.

Mumbai traffic advisory ahead of India-Eng T20 semi-final at Wankhede - key routes affected

The game is set to begin at 7 pm, while stadium gates will open for spectators from 4 pm onwards. In a post on X, the Mumbai Traffic Police urged people travelling to the area to plan their journey in advance and consider using alternate routes to avoid delays.

Watch: 4-year-old suffers severe burns as grandmother pours boiling water on him for splashing colour on Holi

Police said the woman reacted angrily and allegedly emptied the bucket of boiling water onto the child.

Maharashtra transport strike: Why buses, taxis and trucks are off roads today - key demands explained

Maharashtra transport strike news: Union leaders said the protest will take place at Azad Maidan in Mumbai. Thousands of drivers and transport workers are likely to gather at the ground to press for their demands.

Haryana Budget 2026: 100 pc waiver on outstanding interest till March 2025 on property tax

Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini on Monday announced a 100 per cent waiver on the outstanding interest up to March 31, 2025,..

Haryana Budget reflects people’s aspirations: CM Nayab Singh Saini

Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini on Monday said the 2026-27 budget he presented in the state Assembly reflects the aspirations..

Tamil Nadu CM announces special fund of Rs 2,000 to over 37 lakh marginalised beneficiaries

The current round of funding follows the distribution of a Rs 2,000 special summer package provided for women in February under the 'Kalaignar Magalir Urimai Thogai' scheme.

Lucknow pathologist murder: Ramlila scriptwriting skills helped son construct cover-up, say police

Investigations continue as authorities piece together the sequence of events leading to one of the most macabre crimes to emerge from Lucknow in recent memory.

Bhang jalebi, bhang rasmalai: Jaipur eatery's Holi special menu takes internet by storm - 'Multiverse mein khelenge'

For those looking to share the festive spirit, the eatery is also offering curated Holi Hampers, designed for gifting to friends, family or office colleagues.

'We could see missiles': Returnees share relief as UAE flights to India begin limited ops amid Middle East tensions

Flight services from Dubai and Abu Dhabi to India resumed on Monday night.

Bengaluru techie dies by suicide over astrologer's grim prediction - 'Two years later ...'

The Bagalagunte police have filed an Unnatural Death Report (UDR) and are conducting further investigations to piece together the exact circumstances that led to the extreme step.

Palghar oleum gas horror: 2,600 evacuated amid dense white fumes - what happened?

As a precaution, authorities evacuated 1,600 students from Tarapur Vidyamandir, located close to the affected zone. More than 1,000 workers from the factory and nearby industrial units were also moved to safer places.

Tirumala temple to close for 10 hours today due to lunar eclipse, darshan to resume at ...

Is Tirumala Temple closing on lunar eclipse? The lunar eclipse is scheduled between 3:20 pm and 6:47 pm. As per established tradition, temple doors will be closed nearly six hours prior to the eclipse.

Missiles, sirens, bunkers: How 7,000 workers from Telangana, Andhra are battling war jitters in Israel

With missiles streaking across the sky and alerts sounding with unnerving frequency, the community of roughly 7,000 people from the two Telugu states is navigating one of the most tense periods in recent memory.

Friend kills Delhi businessman for gold, chops body, dumps in Yamuna; 4 arrested

To mislead investigators, the accused kept Gupta's phone switched on inside a moving car. He sent messages from it to his canteen staff asking them to close up and to his family claiming he was on a Goa vacation.

Kannada actor stabs her live-in partner to death with lover's help in Bengaluru

Police said he was stabbed to death after being taken to a secluded place for an alcohol party on February 18.

Delhi Metro Holi schedule: DMRC to start late on March 4 - check revised timings

Delhi Metro Holi timings: The revised timing has been introduced to allow both passengers and metro staff to celebrate Holi safely. After services begin at 2.30 pm, trains will run as per the normal daily schedule for the rest of the evening.

Khamenei killing fallout: 14 injured as fresh protests erupt in Kashmir; schools, colleges shut for 2 days, Lal Chowk sealed

This marks the first time in several years that Srinagar has witnessed such intense stone-throwing incidents.

How Kuriyedathu Thatri's 1905 trial mirrors India's modern gender justice battles

Today, Thatri is hailed as a feminist pioneer. Social media dubs her the “grandmother of Indian feminism” for dismantling sexual double standards and caste purity myths.

Mobile internet speed restricted in Kashmir following protests over Khamenei's killing

The region, home to an estimated 1.5 million Shia Muslims, remained peaceful but tense under the communication curbs.

Pink smart card for Delhi women: Who can get Pink National Common Mobility Card and how will it work?

Headlining the rollout is the ‘Pink National Common Mobility Card’ (NCMC), a technological upgrade aimed at streamlining free bus travel for women while integrating them into a unified payment system for the capital's public transport network.

Shia Muslims protest Khamenei's killing in Lucknow, Hyderabad, Srinagar, Bhopal

The demonstrations erupted after Iranian state media confirmed on Sunday that the 85-year-old leader was killed in an airstrike in Tehran a day earlier.

Gulf flights from four Kerala airports cancelled: Latest from Kochi, Thiruvananthapuram, Calicut, Kannur

Airport authorities said airlines have set up help desks and are coordinating with affected passengers, adding that the situation is likely to persist until the conflict in West Asia subsides.

Nine SBL Energy directors arrested after Nagpur factory blast kills 18

The Kalmeshwar police have also registered a case against 21 directors and shareholders of the SBL Energy Limited under Section 105 (culpable homicide not amounting to murder) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita.

50 Bengaluru pilgrims left stranded in Medina as Middle East tensions ground flights

Middle East fallout in Kashmir: Ayatollah's death sparks fury, authorities seal Lal Chowk after protests erupt

In Kashmir, which is home to an estimated 1.5 million Shia Muslims, protests were reported in Lal Chowk, Saida Kadal, Budgam, Bandipora, Anantnag and Pulwama. Witnesses described crowds of mourners beating their chests and raising slogans against the US and Israel.

West Bengal SIR 2026: T20 World Cup star Richa Ghosh, football icon, ministers in 60-lakh 'doubtful voters' list

The uncertainty extends beyond public figures. Yasin Pathan, a recipient of the presidential award 'Kabir Puraskar' for his efforts in protecting 42 Hindu temples in Pathra, West Midnapore, said his three children have also been placed under adjudication.

Long wait for Mumbai flyers at CSMIA as Israel-Iran tensions disrupt flight services

Many passengers were seen waiting at the Mumbai airport on Monday morning after their flights were either delayed or cancelled.

Middle East tensions: Direct flights from Chandigarh to Dubai, Abu Dhabi halted until further notice

In response to the uncertainty, IndiGo has announced a full waiver on changes and cancellations. Tickets booked on or before February 28, 2026, for travel up to March 7, 2026, are eligible for complete flexibility.

Karnataka MLAs, SEC among hundreds of Kannadigas stranded in Gulf as Middle East tensions ground flights

From Ballari and Chitradurga to Mangaluru and Mysuru, hundreds of tourists and expatriates from Karnataka are stuck as air travel has been severely disrupted.

Omar Abdullah slammed by own party's Srinagar MP for 'failing to condemn' Khamenei killing

The Chief Minister on Sunday said he was "deeply concerned" about the unfolding developments in Iran, including the killing of Iran's Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.

Security tightened in Delhi after Shia protests over Khamenei's killing in US-Israel strikes

Protests broke out in several parts of the national capital after Iran’s Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, was killed in a joint strike allegedly carried out by Israel and the United States. Police tightened security across Delhi as groups gathered to mourn his death and raise slogans against the two countries.