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IAF Sukhoi-30 MKI crashes in Assam's Karbi; search underway

Su-30 MKI fighter aircraft :The Su-30MKI can carry a wide range of weapons — including the Astra Mk-1 long-range air-to-air missile, BrahMos air-launched missile, and various precision-guided bombs

Promptly responded to distress call from Iranian ship IRIS Dena, dispatched vessel for assistance: Indian Navy

IRIS Dena was part of Indian Navy's premier multilateral maritime exercise Milan.

Iran conflict: CBSE cancels class 10 board exams scheduled till March 11 in Middle East

Earlier, the board had postponed the exam scheduled on March 2, 5 and 6 in the region for both the classes.

West Bengal Governor CV Ananda Bose resigns, Mamata Banerjee says successor from Tamil Nadu

Former bureaucrat CV Ananda Bose was appointed Governor of West Bengal in November 2022. He is the recipient of the Jawaharlal Nehru Fellowship.

Swiss CDMO giant Lonza to set up GCC in Hyderabad

The Switzerland‑based company finalized its decision after months of evaluation and discussions with state leadership.

Why India’s top diplomat went to Iran’s embassy now: The Khamenei condolence move decoded

India’s foreign secretary signing a condolence book for Ayatollah Khamenei has sparked political debate. Here’s what the gesture means for India’s diplomacy and West Asia policy.

Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah to present record 17th budget on March 6

Budget size likely around Rs 4.5 lakh crore as Congress-led state government balances welfare guarantees, infrastructure push and rising fiscal pressures

India seeks clarity from US on Strait of Hormuz insurance plan

Trump said this week that the US International Development Finance Corporation would offer cover to help maintain the flow of energy and other trade in the Gulf

West Asia crisis: PM Modi speaks to Emmanuel Macron, leaders call for dialogue and diplomacy

Both leaders also expressed shared concern over the ongoing conflict and calling for a return to dialogue and diplomacy.

West Asia war grounds over 23,000 flights; Emirates and Lufthansa among worst hit

The cancellations affected nearly 4.4 million passenger seats and severely disrupted one of the world’s busiest aviation corridors.

How the Middle East tensions could affect India’s energy supplies

Government said that the country is well stocked with crude oil and inventories of key petroleum products including petrol, diesel and ATF to deal with short-term disruptions arising from the Middle East.

Bengaluru’s BMTC awards smart ticketing machine contract to mobility startup Chalo

Mumbai-based Chalo will supply and maintain smart electronic ticketing machines and a digital ticketing system for BMTC buses under a five-year contract worth around Rs 40 crore.

Jaishankar again speaks with Iran’s FM Araghchi, discusses West Asia situation

India’s outreach to Tehran now comes twice in six days—first at the outbreak of hostilities and again on Day 6 as the conflict widened.

Hormuz crisis shows power of insurance: Why India should be worried about its maritime vulnerability

With a coastline stretching over 7,500 kilometres and a large merchant fleet, India remains heavily dependent on insurance networks headquartered abroad.

What’s new in Census 2027? Amit Shah unveils mascots ‘Pragati’ and ‘Vikas’, 4 digital tools

These mascots symbolise equal participation of women and men in fulfilling the resolve to make India a developed nation by 2047, says Union Home Minister.

The defence of Ladakh in 1948: How Leh was held against overwhelming odds

Stranded behind closed passes and thinly defended, Leh survived because of a risky winter trek, a daring air landing, and a stubborn holding action until Zoji La was cracked open.

Evacuations then and now: Amid escalating West Asia tensions, a look back at India's big rescue missions

Indian carriers have adjusted schedules, gradually resuming long-haul and ultra-long-haul services via alternative routes, while aircraft and crew repositioning continues to restore operational stability.

India signs condolence book at Iranian embassy, condoles Ayatollah Ali Khamenei's death

The diplomatic overture comes days after an intense political debate, led by the opposition, demanding a formal statement from the government.

Govt may re-prioritise gas allocation across sectors if supply tightens amid Gulf tensions

Officials said that efforts are underway to diversify supply channels. India is also under discussions with the US authorities and the International Development Finance Corporation for risk insurance and guarantees for financial security of its maritime trade traveling through the Strait of Hormuz

Did Nitish Kumar predict his exit from Bihar politics back in 2020?

As the political corridors in Bihar is abuzz with speculation over the probable chief ministerial candidates, an election speech from 2020, featuring Kumar is doing the rounds.

Apraava Energy begins operation of 400-kV transmission line in Rajasthan

The 22-km Fatehgarh IV Transmission Line in Barmer is a key component of the transmission scheme designed to evacuate renewable energy from the renewable energy zones (REZ) in Rajasthan under Phase-III Part A1, the company said in a statement.

2 Indian sailors confirmed dead after tanker strike near Strait of Hormuz

The deceased have been identified as Captain Ashish Kumar from Bihar and crew member Dalip Singh from Rajasthan

'Military conflict no solution to any issue': Amid intensifying West Asia war, PM Modi bats for diplomacy

Speaking at a joint press briefing in New Delhi with Alexander Stubb, Modi noted that the world is facing widespread instability

Nitish Kumar files Rajya Sabha nomination after record tenure as Bihar CM

With Nitish joining the Upper House, the door is open for the BJP to appoint its own chief minister in Bihar for the first time.