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Did Maharashtra reduce budget for 'Ladki Bahin' scheme? All we know

While the government's manifesto had promised an increase in the monthly stipend from Rs 1,500 to Rs 2,100, the budget has yet to give it a formal nod

Parliament LIVE news: Rajya Sabha proceedings adjourned till 12 pm after Opposition members protest

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India reaffirms commitment to gender equality at UNCSW session in New York

A delegation from the Government of India, led by Union Minister for Women and Child Development (WCD) Annpurna Devi, participated in discussions at the global forum

LIVE news: Sports ministry revokes WFI suspension, restores federation's status as NSF

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Holi special train 2025: Indian Railways launches 62 trains to ease rush

Indian Railways has announced special Holi trains to avoid the high passenger demand during the festival. Holika Dahan will be on Mar 13, followed by Holi on Mar 14, and a weekend on Mar 15 and 16

Siddaramaiah urges PM to implement price deficiency scheme for red chillies

In the letter, he expressed deep concern for the lakhs of red chilli farmers in Karnataka, particularly in the Kalyana Karnataka region

FIR lodged for stoning ED vehicles after raids at Bhupesh Baghel's house

The complaint has been filed at the 'Old Bhilai' police station in the said district on Monday night by the driver of the private vehicle

What's making India lose its sleep? Late nights, stress, and screen time

India's sleep crisis: 59 per cent of Indians get less than six hours of uninterrupted rest, raising serious health concerns. So, what's keeping India awake?

Telangana tunnel collapse: Robots join operation to search trapped workers

The team of a Hyderabad-based robotics company along with a robot went inside the tunnel Tuesday morning. 110 rescue personnel also went into the tunnel

'Azad Kashmir', 'Free Palestine' graffiti at Jadavpur University sparks row

Graffiti reading 'Azad Kashmir' and 'Free Palestine', painted in black, was spotted near the university's gate number three on Monday; students protest alleged police presence, demand campus safety

Nishikant Dubey to present reports on Communications and IT in LS today

On Monday, Opposition MPs walked out of the Rajya Sabha during the second part of the Budget session over the issues of delimitation and the New Education Policy

Delhi's air quality returns to 'poor' after a brief period of relief

Delhi also remained the most polluted capital in the world, according to World Air Quality Report 2024 released by Swiss air quality technology company IQAir

Delhi weather update: Warm days ahead, AQI dips to 'poor' as mercury rises

Strong surface winds (20-30 km/h) are expected over the Indo-Gangetic Plains, including Delhi, on March 11 and 12 amid warm conditions

Parl passes Railways (Amendment) Bill; Vaishnaw highlights infra, safety

The minister said that investment in railway safety has surged from Rs 8,000 crore under previous administrations to Rs 1.14 trillion under Prime Minister Modi's leadership

US' Tulsi Gabbard to visit India during multi-nation trip to Indo-Pacific

Notably, this is the first visit by a top White House official to India, under the Trump administration

Assam's Byrnihat tops global pollution list; Delhi leads capitals: Report

World Air Quality Report by Swiss technology company IQAir said Delhi remains the most polluted capital city globally, while India ranked as the world's fifth most polluted country in 2024

Matter related to duplicate voter card numbers a 'legacy issue': EC sources

The poll body had recently clarified that irrespective of the EPIC number, an elector can cast a vote only at their designated polling station

Rajasthan plans new initiatives to further boost tourism in the state

The chief minister said Rajasthan has been famous for its grandeur, royal heritage and majestic hospitality for centuries

Working towards creating 'Quantum Valley' in state, says Andhra CM Naidu

The chief minister noted that quantum technology is set to usher in revolutionary advancements in various fields and added that he wants Andhra Pradesh to lead advancements in it

Former bank GM Hitesh Mehta to face polygraph test in Rs 122 cr fraud

The complainant alleged that Mehta and his associates hatched a conspiracy and embezzled Rs 122 crore from the safes of Prabhadevi and Goregaon offices (in Mumbai) of the bank