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MEA reacts to Jaishankar's heckling incident

In a veiled criticism of the United Kingdom, New Delhi on Friday said the heckling of External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar by Khalistani extremists in London brings out both the license accorded to such forces as well as the indifference to their intimidation, threats and other actions, aimed at impeding India's legitimate diplomatic activities in the UK.

Two Die After Consuming Country-Made Liquor in Chhattisgarh

Two persons died after consuming country-made liquor in Bhathli village under the Nawagarh police station area in Janjgir Champa district, Chhattisgarh.

'Caste census has no sanctity'

The Congress government in Telangana has claimed to have conducted a caste census, and promised to bring a bill to enhance backward classes reservation to 42 per cent.

Telangana govt calls meeting with all party MPs to get Central nod for stalled projects

The Congress government in Telangana will hold an all-party meeting with the state's MPs on Saturday at Praja Bhavan to discuss unresolved issues between the state and the Centre.

EU Leaders Pledge Unity After Trump Urges Europe to Defend Itself

Emergency talks held in Brussels to discuss security measures, EU leaders commit to boosting defense spending

90 percent of rural women entrepreneurs save portion of monthly income and around 56 percent opt for bank deposits

According to a recent survey, at least 90 per cent of rural women entrepreneurs save a portion of their monthly income.

Oppn Should Join Development Journey To Make Maharashtra Prosperous: Eknath Shinde

The Deputy Chief Minister announced that the flagship Ladki Bahin Yojana will not be shut down but will be implemented in future too

Market extends gain; Nifty 50 above 22,500

The BSE Midcap index rose 0.6 percent and smallcap index added 1.6 percent

Fadnavis Clarifies Amid Row Over RSS Leader's Remarks

Maha Vikas Aghadi made it a major issue after Suresh Joshi made perceived anti-Marathi remarks

Miller Slams ICC's Scheduling of Champions Trophy in Hybrid Mode

South Africa batter David Miller became the latest cricketer to slam the International Cricket Council's (ICC) scheduling of the 2025 Champions Trophy after his side was made to travel to Dubai only to return to Lahore after a few hours of halt for the crucial second semifinal in which the Proteas lost to New Zealand on Wednesday.

Ruckus Over Drug & Mafia-Police Nexus in Rajasthan Assembly

The Rajasthan assembly was adjourned for half an hour on Thursday amid a ruckus by the opposition members over the issue of extortion by the mafia elements as well as the police in the state.

OBC certificates: HC summons chief secretary

Calcutta High Court today issued summons to the state chief secretary Manoj Pant on charges of alleged contempt of court for not implementing the high court order over cancellation of OBC certificates and also asked the chief secretary to clarify personally on the next date of hearing, 12 March.

FinMin Launches New Credit Assessment Model for MSMEs

Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, along with the Minister of State, Finance Pankaj Chaudhary, launched the New Credit Assessment Model for MSMEs on Thursday.

Dissecting a diplomatic disaster

The heated exchange in the White House on February 28 between US President Donald Trump, Vice President JD Vance and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy shocked the world.

Ayodhya goes digital: 'AyodhYatra' app launched for virtual pilgrimage

In a step towards blending tradition with technology, the Ayodhya Development Authority (ADA), in association with 1 Play Group, has launched the AyodhYatra app —bringing Ayodhya's spiritual essence to devotees worldwide.

Kannada Development Authority petitions Siddaramaiah for two-language policy

Even as the three-language formula has heated up Tamil Nadu politics and reached the Supreme Court, the Kannada Development Authority on Thursday petitioned Karnataka Chief Minister S Siddaramaiah to adopt the two-language policy in the state.

International certifier in France to certify last East-West Metro stretch

The EW Metro Corridor is slated for another round of trials on new integrated signalling system

BJP MLA Raises Concerns Over Delays in MLA LAD Fund Projects

Bharatiya Janata Party MLA from the Darjeeling Assembly constituency, Neeraj Tamang Zimba, has publicly highlighted the \"unjustified\" and \"deliberate\" delays in the implementation of several development projects proposed under his MLA Local Area Development (LAD) Fund.

Govt Closely Watching Ongoing Trade Negotiations With USA: Finance Minister Sitharaman

With a 2 April deadline approaching for the reciprocal tariffs initiated by President Donald Trump, Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman said on Thursday that the government was closely watching the ongoing trade negotiations with the United States.

Bavuma hopes Proteas will learn from CT2025 semis heartbreak

Dejected after another promising tournament ends with the team falling agonisingly short of glory, South Africa captain Temba Bavuma didn't shy away from revealing how his side will learn from their mistakes in the second semifinal against New Zealand at the ICC Champions Trophy 2025.

New Zealand's top diplomat in London fired over Trump remarks

New Zealand's most senior envoy to the United Kingdom has lost his job over remarks he made about American President Donald Trump at an event in London this week, New Zealand's foreign minister said Thursday.

Trudeau not willing to lift Canada's retaliatory tariffs if Trump leaves some tariffs on Canada

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is unwilling to lift Canada's retaliatory tariffs on the United States if President Donald Trump leaves any American tariffs on Canada, a senior government official told agencies on Wednesday.

Austria's Gamble

President Donald Trump's first address to the US Congress in his second term was not just a policy statement – it was a declaration of dominance.

India to face Switzerland in Davis Cup World Group I tie

India is set to take on Switzerland in a Davis Cup World Group I tie, following the draw conducted by the International Tennis Federation (ITF) in London on Thursday.

EU Leaders Open Emergency Summit on Defence and Ukraine Aid

Facing the prospect that the United States might cut them adrift under President Donald Trump, European Union leaders launched a day of emergency talks Thursday in a bid to beef up their own security and ensure that Ukraine will still be properly protected.

Kashmir issue will be resolved when PoK is returned to India: Jaishankar

Randhir Jaiswal said New Delhi expects the host govt to live up to its diplomatic obligations

From breaking glass ceilings, borrowing loans to monitoring & maintaining credit health-women prove their mettle

With yet another Women's Day fast approaching, it's time to consider some women-related statistics and figure out if these numbers reflect any interesting trend, when it comes to women empowerment.

Empowering Journeys Illuminate Women's Day

Mental healthcare pioneer psychotherapist Dr Minu Budhia (founder, Carring Minds International) was felicitated by St. Xavier's College for her exemplary work in mental health. Seen in the picture Principal of St. Xavier's College, Rev. Father Dominic Savio and Dr Minu Budhia

TMC Core Committee Meets, Discusses Ghost Voters in List

Abhishek Banerjee Has Called for Separate Virtual Meet With District Leaders

UP govt will create 10 lakh young entrepreneurs: CM Yogi Adityanath

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Thursday emphasised Prime Minister Narendra Modi's vision of youth as the nation's energy, stressing the need for guidance and opportunities.