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Amitabh Bachchan reveals 'preparations' for 'KBC' next season 'have begun'
Mumbai, March 30: Megastar Amitabh Bachchan has revealed that the preparations for the next season of “Kaun Banega Crorepati” have begun and that the “initial step” is the promo.
Guwahati airport takes proactive measures to ensure wildlife safety and prevent bird strikes
Guwahati, March 29: Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International (LGBI) Airport in Guwahati takes proactive measures to ensure wildlife safety and prevent bird strikes, officials said here on Saturday.
Indian tourists return to Delhi from Bangkok after earthquake; recount harrowing experiences
New Delhi, March 29: Following the 7.7 magnitude earthquake which was felt across Myanmar, Thailand, China, and Vietnam, Indian tourists in Bangkok returned safely to New Delhi Airport on Saturday and recounted the difficulty they faced in trying to return home.
Andhra Pradesh: Gas Tanker leak sparks massive fire after collision in Chittoor, one injured
Chittoor, March 29: A major accident was averted on Saturday morning when a gas tanker collided with a container vehicle. The tanker's leak caused a fire near Bodabandla Cross in the Chittoor district.
Women's safety in India improved with legal measures, financial allocations, support services: Govt
New Delhi, March 29: The Ministry of Women and Child Development on Saturday said that the government has made remarkable strides to ensure the safety and security of women across the nation with legal measures, financial allocations, and support services.
100 hutments gutted in Gurugram fire
Gurugram, March 29: At least 100 hutments in a slum at Gurugram's Basai Chowk area were gutted on Saturday, an official said.
MeT office predicts temperature surge in TN, pre-monsoon showers likely from April 1
Chennai, March 29: The Regional Meteorological Centre (RMC) has forecast a further rise in temperatures across Tamil Nadu over the next few days, with intense heat already being felt in several parts of the state.
Odisha govt silent as 20,000 women go missing in 8 months, alleges Pawan Khera
Bhubaneswar, March 28: Congress leader Pawan Khera on Friday raised serious concerns over the alleged rising number of missing women and young girls in Odisha, alleging government inaction and suppression of protests.
CISF takes over fire safety at Parliament, expanding role beyond security duties
New Delhi, March 28: In a significant development, the Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) has taken over the responsibility of fire safety at the Parliament complex, marking a pivotal shift in the security and safety arrangements of the esteemed institution.
Bihar: Cylinder explosion causes chaos at old Patna museum
Patna, March 27: A fire extinguisher cylinder exploded in the old Patna Museum on Thursday, causing widespread chaos and resulting in cracked walls and shattered glass doors.
Parliamentary panel advises reassessment of low funding to Commission of Railway Safety as compared to BCAS
New Delhi, March 27: A Parliamentary Panel has advised a reassessment of low funding received by the Commission of Railway Safety (CRS) in the year 2025-26 by the Ministry of Civil Aviation.
Centre approves Rs 9,599 crore to maintain National Highways in FY25
New Delhi, March 27: To maintain the vast National Highway (NH) network, the government has approved short-term maintenance contract (STMC) works in 17,884 km length, costing Rs 2,842 crore, and performance-based maintenance contract (PBMC) works in 6,118 km length, costing Rs 6,757 crore, in the current fiscal (FY25), Union Minister of Road Transport and Highways, Nitin Gadkari, said on Thursday.
BIS intensifies crackdown on e-commerce firms like Amazon and Flipkart
New Delhi, March 27: The Delhi Branch of the National Standards Body of India, Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) have seized over 3,500 products, both without an ISI mark and marked with fake ISI labels, from warehouses of Amazon Sellers located in Mohan Cooperative Industrial Area Delhi.
Knife attack on Saif Ali Khan taught daughter Sara to be grateful to life
Mumbai, March 27: Bollywood actress Sara Ali Khan, who was recently seen in 'Sky Force', has spoken up on the incident when her father, Saif Ali Khan was attacked by an assailant at his Bandra house in January this year.
Odisha: BJP launches attack on Oppn for disrupting Assembly proceedings
Bhubaneswar, March 26: The ruling Bharatiya Janata Party on Wednesday lashed out at the opposition Congress alleging that the party has been instructed by its high command in Delhi to stall the proceedings of the Assembly till March 27 in view of their proposed rally before the state Assembly.
Gujarat: AMC seizes 260 kg paneer in crackdown on food safety violations
Ahmedabad, March 26: Amdavad Municipal Corporation (AMC) has seized over 260 kg of paneer worth Rs 65,400 from multiple dairy units across the city in Gujarat.
Rwanda tackles malnutrition with food safety, quality improvement campaign
Kigali: , March 26 (IANS) Rwanda has launched an awareness campaign aimed at improving the quality of locally produced food products.
Suspended Congress MLAs evicted from Odisha Assembly in midnight operation
Bhubaneswar, March 26: In a dramatic turn of events, security personnel forcibly evicted agitating Congress MLAs from the Odisha Assembly late at night.
Muslims are safer in India than anywhere else in world: BJP MP Sakshi Maharaj
New Delhi, March 26: Bharatiya Janata Party MP Sakshi Maharaj has voiced his support for Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath's remarks that "Muslims are safe in the state," asserting that Muslims are safer in India than anywhere else in the world.
If Hindus are safe, then Muslims are also safe: UP CM Yogi Adityanath
Lucknow, March 26: Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath assured that people from all religions are safe in the state, asserting that as a Yogi, he wishes for everyone's happiness.
Chaos at Odisha Assembly after 12 Cong MLAs suspended over unruly conduct
Bhubaneswar, March 26: Chaos unfolded both inside and outside the Odisha Assembly following the suspension of 12 Congress legislators by Speaker Surama Padhy on Tuesday for unruly behaviour in the House.
Maha govt to move amendment to take action against milk adulterators under MCOCA: Dy CM
Mumbai, March 25: Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar on Tuesday said that the state government will move an amendment to take action against milk adulterators under the Maharashtra Control of Organised Crime Act (MCOCA).
Gujarat MLA raises allegations against Health Dept in Assembly
Surat, March 25: BJP MLA Kumar Kanani, known for his bold statements, has once again stirred discussions, this time in the Gujarat Assembly. During the Question Hour, Kanani leveled serious allegations against the state's Health Department over the increasing cases of food adulteration.
US, Ukraine agree to ensure safe navigation, prevent commercial vessels use for military purposes in Black Sea
Washington, DC, March 26: In line with high-level discussions between US President Donald J Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, the United States facilitated bilateral technical-level talks with a Ukrainian delegation from March 23-25 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, an official press release by the White House stated.
They sustained multiple bruises, condition stable: Nagpur Hospital on Sonu Sood's wife, family members
Nagpur, March 25: Actor Sonu Sood's wife Sonali is being treated at Max Hospital in Nagpur following a road accident
J-K: Kulgam Police conduct searches in connection with investigation of proscribed organisations
Kulgam, March 25: In an ongoing effort to dismantle terror networks and curb unlawful activities, Kulgam Police in Jammu and Kashmir carried out searches at multiple locations across the district in connection with investigations into proscribed organisations, according to a press statement.
Lok Sabha takes up bill to ensure safety of boilers
New Delhi, March 25: Lok Sabha on Tuesday took up for consideration and passing the Boilers Bill, 2024 which emphasises Ease of Doing Business (EoDB) and seeks to benefit boiler users, including those in the MSME sector.
Odisha Assembly Speaker suspends 12 Cong leaders for 7 days over noisy protests
Bhubaneswar, March 25: The Speaker of Odisha Assembly, Surama Padhy, on Tuesday suspended 12 out of the 14 legislators of the Congress for seven working days for allegedly disrespecting the Speaker and unruly behaviour in the House. The Congress leaders have been holding noisy protests while demanding the constitution of a House committee over cases of atrocities against women in Odisha.
Oppn protest over women safety, caste census rock Odisha Assembly
Bhubaneswar, March 25: The Odisha Assembly witnessed massive disruptions again on Tuesday, as legislators from the opposition parties, Biju Janata Dal and Congress, continued to hold noisy protests in the House over "rising" crime against women, caste census and reservation for the Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST).
TN govt seeks police presence in schools as Class 12 exams conclude today
Chennai, March 25: As the Class 12 board examinations conclude on Tuesday across Tamil Nadu, the state school education department has directed schools to deploy police personnel on campus to maintain order and ensure students disperse without causing any commotion.
SC grants four-week time to Centre to respond to PIL seeking safety guidelines for women protection
New Delhi, March 24: The Supreme Court on Monday granted additional time to the Union government to respond to a public interest litigation (PIL) seeking the issuance of pan-India safety guidelines, reforms, and measures for the protection of women.
Amitabh Bachchan joins hands with the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways to save lives
Mumbai, March 24: In a bid to promote road safety and save lives, megastar Amitabh Bachchan has partnered with the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways.
Close shave for Himachal Deputy CM, DGP as plane hits unpaved strip
Shimla, March 24: It was a close shave for Himachal Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Mukesh Agnihotri and Director General of Police Atul Verma on Monday as an aircraft they were onboard with nearly 30 passengers missed the runway at Jubbarhatti on the outskirts of the state capital.
Alliance Air flight from Delhi to Shimla faces technical glitch during landing, all passengers safe
Shimla, March 24: The pilot of flight no 9I821 Alliance Air flight from Delhi to Shimla reported a technical glitch with the brakes during landing at Shimla Airport on Monday morning.
Odisha Assembly continues to witness uproar over women's safety, quota for OBCs
Bhubaneswar, March 24: Legislators of Opposition Congress and Biju Janata Dal (BJD) continued their protest inside the Odisha Assembly on Monday over the issues of safety of women and reservation for OBCs in the state.
NHAI, Amrita Hospital to train ambulance personnel to prevent road fatalities
New Delhi, March 24: The National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Amrita Hospital to train ambulance workers to prevent road fatalities.
Taiwan: Mountaineers to face fine for unauthorised climbs
Taipei, March 24: Mountaineers who enter national parks without permission or fail to carry proper snow and climbing equipment could face fines or be banned for up to three years, the National Park Service warned.
Every life matters and road accidents must be reduced, says MoS Anupriya Patel
New Delhi, March 24: Union Minister of State for Health & Family Welfare Anupriya Patel on Sunday emphasized the need for collective efforts to curb road accidents. She underscored that road accidents are not just statistics but impact lives, calling for joint action from citizens, policymakers, and other stakeholders alongside government initiatives.
Road safety a top priority, PM Modi urges discipline: Ram Mohan Naidu at Parliamentarians Car Rally
New Delhi, March 23: At the Parliamentarians Car Rally 2025, organised by the Constitution Club of India, Union Minister Ram Mohan Naidu Kinjarapu emphasised the importance of road safety.
Road safety is very important: Kiren Rijiju flags off Parliamentarians car rally
New Delhi, March 23: Union Minister of Parliamentary Affairs Kiren Rijiju on Sunday emphasised the critical importance of road safety for all citizens at the Parliamentarians Car Rally 2025, held at the Constitution Club of India in New Delhi.