Negligence in Implementation of ‘Ayushman Vayo Vandana’ Scheme: Cards of 2,16,265 Senior Citizens Turn Useless Bengaluru: The Central Government’s ‘Ayushman Vayo Vandana’ health insurance scheme for citizens above 70 is under scrutiny. MLC Kishor Kumar Puttur raised serious concerns during the Zero Hour in the Legislative Council today. He cited a newspaper report stating that […] The post Negligence in Implementation of ‘Ayushman Vayo Vandana’ Scheme: Cards of 2,16,265 Senior Ci

Are photos of long queues for LPG in Mumbai, Delhi AI-generated: Sanjay Raut Mumbai: Shiv Sena (UBT) MP, Sanjay Raut, on Tuesday launched a sharp offensive against the government, accusing it of being disconnected from reality regarding a nationwide LPG shortage and asked if photos of long queues for LPG in Mumbai, Delhi AI-generated. Sanjay […] The post Are photos of long queues for LPG in Mumbai, Delhi AI-generated: Sanjay Raut appeared first on Mangalorean.com .

Kollam court finds man guilty in Dr Vandana Das murder case Kollam: In a significant verdict that has brought a measure of closure to a case that shocked Kerala, the Kollam Additional Sessions Court on Tuesday found G. Sandeep guilty of the brutal murder of young doctor Vandana Das. The incident dates back to May […] The post Kollam court finds man guilty in Dr Vandana Das murder case appeared first on Mangalorean.com .

Congress always betrays Mahagathbandhan, says SP spokesperson on RS polls New Delhi: Samajwadi Party (SP) spokesperson Ashutosh Verma on Tuesday slammed the Congress party for allegedly betraying the Mahagathbandhan during the Rajya Sabha elections, saying that despite whips being issued, Congress legislators failed to participate, leaving the alliance embarrassed. “In politics, especially in Indian politics, […] The post Congress always betrays Mahagathbandhan, says SP spokesperson on RS po

Varun Gandhi meets PM Modi with family, calls him ‘true guardian’ of nation New Delhi: BJP leader Varun Gandhi met Prime Minister Narendra Modi along with members of his family, and described the interaction as a privilege, saying the meeting strengthened his belief that the Prime Minister serves as a “true guardian” of the nation […] The post Varun Gandhi meets PM Modi with family, calls him ‘true guardian’ of nation appeared first on Mangalorean.com .

Gujarat: Two dead, several injured in multi-vehicle collision on Godhra–Vadodara highway Godhra: A major accident occurred late on Monday night near the Vejalpur–Kharsaliya crossing on the Godhra–Vadodara highway, resulting in the deaths of two individuals and serious injuries to others, officials said on Tuesday. According to preliminary information, a container, a trailer, a truck, and […] The post Gujarat: Two dead, several injured in multi-vehicle collision on Godhra–Vadodara highw

ಕುರಾಡಿ ಸೀತಾರಾಮ ಅಡಿಗ ಕಾವ್ಯ ಪ್ರಶಸ್ತಿಗೆ ಅರ್ಜಿ ಆಹ್ವಾನ ಉಡುಪಿ: ವಿಶ್ವ ಭಾರತಿ ಕರ್ನಾಟಕ ಪ್ರತಿಷ್ಠಾನ ಬೆನಗಲ್ ಪ್ರಾಯೋಜಿತ ಕವಿ ಕುರಾಡಿ ಸೀತಾರಾಮ ಅಡಿಗರ ನೆನಪಿನ ‘ಕುರಾಡಿ ಸೀತಾರಾಮ ಅಡಿಗ ಕಾವ್ಯ ಪ್ರಶಸ್ತಿ’ ಗಾಗಿ ಸಂಸ್ಕ

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ರಸ್ತೆ ವಿವಾದಕ್ಕೆ ಸಂಬಂಧಿಸಿ ಪರಸ್ಪರ ದೂರು: ಎರಡು ಪ್ರಕರಣ ದಾಖಲು ಬಂಟ್ವಾಳ: ರಸ್ತೆ ಬಳಕೆ ವಿಚಾರವಾಗಿ ಉಳ್ಳಾಲ ಸಮೀಪದ ಚೇಳೂರು ಪ್ರದೇಶದಲ್ಲಿ ನಡೆದ ಗಲಾಟೆಗೆ ಸಂಬಂಧಿಸಿ ಇಬ್ಬರು ಪಕ್ಷಗಳ ನಡುವೆ ಪರಸ್ಪರ ದೂರು ದಾಖಲಾಗಿದ್ದು, �

Minor girl found injured in Ghaziabad field dies during treatment; neighbour arrested Ghaziabad: A tragic case involving the death of a minor girl under suspicious circumstances has surfaced within the jurisdiction of the Nandgram Police Station in Ghaziabad, Uttar Pradesh. The incident was reported late on the night of March 16, after authorities were alerted […] The post Minor girl found injured in Ghaziabad field dies during treatment; neighbour arrested appeared first on Mangalorean.com .

15-year-old killed as Dubai-based minor rams SUV into scooter in Mumbai; detained Mumbai: A 17-year-old Dubai resident visiting Mumbai was allegedly involved in a fatal road accident in the Chandivli area after the rental SUV he was driving collided with a scooter, killing a 15-year-old pillion rider, police said on Tuesday. The minor fled the […] The post 15-year-old killed as Dubai-based minor rams SUV into scooter in Mumbai; detained appeared first on Mangalorean.com .

China’s 1962 attack, encroaching on India’s land linked to Congress’ black deeds, says BJP MP New Delhi: BJP MP Nishikant Dubey on Tuesday sharply criticised the Congress party over what he described as its post-Independence “black deeds”, beginning with the events surrounding the escape of the 14th Dalai Lama from Tibet on March 17, 1959, […] The post China’s 1962 attack, encroaching on India’s land linked to Congress’ black deeds, says BJP MP appeared first on Mangalorean.com

Targeting Afghan civilians appears central to Pakistan’s strategy as airstrikes kill 400 New Delhi: The situation in Afghanistan is going from bad to worse and in the latest attack by Pakistan, 400 people were killed in an airstrike. Officials said this escalation is a dramatic one and signals that Pakistan has no plans of stopping […] The post Targeting Afghan civilians appears central to Pakistan’s strategy as airstrikes kill 400 appeared first on Mangalorean.com .

‘Gas shortage, tell people the truth’: Shiv Sena(UBT) in Saamana Mumbai: The Shiv Sena Uddhav Balasaheb Thackeray (UBT) on Tuesday criticised the BJP-led government at the Centre and in Maharashtra over the ‘interruption’ in LPG supplies amid the Iran-Israel war, saying that while global fuel crises are a reality, the government’s refusal to acknowledge the […] The post ‘Gas shortage, tell people the truth’: Shiv Sena(UBT) in Saamana appeared first on Mangalorean.com .

Maha Assembly passes Freedom of Religion Bill to curb forced conversions Mumbai: The Maharashtra Freedom of Religion Bill-2026 was passed after a heated debate on late Monday night in the state Legislative Assembly. The ruling Mahayuti government strongly defended the necessity of the Bill to curb the unlawful and forced conversion, while cracks surfaced within […] The post Maha Assembly passes Freedom of Religion Bill to curb forced conversions appeared first on Mangalorean.com .

Farmers in TN’s Dharmapuri announce election boycott over delay in Thenpennai water scheme Dharmapuri: Farmers in parts of Dharmapuri district, particularly in the Harur and Pappireddipatti regions, have announced a boycott of the upcoming Tamil Nadu Assembly elections, citing prolonged delays in the implementation of the Thenpennai Surplus Water Scheme. The protest centres around a […] The post Farmers in TN’s Dharmapuri announce election boycott over delay in Thenpennai water scheme appe

Pakistani airstrike on Kabul rehab centre kills hundreds, says Taliban Kabul: Pakistani airstrike on a major addiction treatment hospital in Kabul killed more than 400 people and injured at least 250 others, Taliban officials and local media reported, in what could become one of the deadliest incidents in the Afghan capital. According to officials of […] The post Pakistani airstrike on Kabul rehab centre kills hundreds, says Taliban appeared first on Mangalorean.com .

BJP, Congress win one seat each in Haryana Rajya Sabha election Chandigarh: The ruling BJP and the main opposition Congress in Haryana on Tuesday won one seat each in elections to two Rajya Sabha seats that saw high-voltage drama amid complaints and allegations of violations of vote secrecy and cross-voting. The seats were won by […] The post BJP, Congress win one seat each in Haryana Rajya Sabha election appeared first on Mangalorean.com .

Cyclonic circulation to trigger rain across Western Ghats, southern TN today Chennai: A cyclonic circulation over the southeast Arabian Sea and adjoining Lakshadweep region has triggered a forecast of moderate rainfall across parts of the Western Ghats and southern Tamil Nadu on Tuesday, with isolated thunderstorms likely at one or two places. According to the […] The post Cyclonic circulation to trigger rain across Western Ghats, southern TN today appeared first on Mangalorean.com .

JD Vance backs Trump on Iran strikes Washington: US Vice President JD Vance defended the administration’s military action against Iran, saying he trusts President Donald Trump to handle the conflict and prevent past mistakes. “I know what you’re trying to do, you’re trying to drive a wedge between members of the administration, between the president […] The post JD Vance backs Trump on Iran strikes appeared first on Mangalorean.com .

US House moves to tighten energy sanctions on Iran amid rising tensions Washington: The US House of Representatives passed sweeping legislation to tighten sanctions on Iran’s energy sector, as lawmakers from both parties pushed for stronger measures amid ongoing tensions with Tehran. The bill, titled the Enhanced Iran Sanctions Act, cleared the House by voice […] The post US House moves to tighten energy sanctions on Iran amid rising tensions appeared first on Mangalorean.com .

US lawmakers warn on AI chip sales to China Washington: Senior Democratic lawmakers have raised fresh concerns over the Trump administration’s decision to approve the sale of advanced artificial intelligence chips to China, warning it could undermine US national security. Congressman Gregory W. Meeks, Ranking Member of the House Committee on Foreign Affairs, and Senator […] The post US lawmakers warn on AI chip sales to China appeared first on Mangalorean.com .

US Flight schools training Chinese pilots: Senator Banks Washington: A senior Republican senator has warned US aviation security authorities that American flight schools are training Chinese nationals in ways that could indirectly support Beijing’s military ambitions. Senator Jim Banks said in a letter to the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) that the issue raises national security […] The post US Flight schools training Chinese pilots: Senator Banks appeared first on Mangalorean.

Maha: Developers respond favourably to new redevelopment rules for dilapidated MHADA buildings Mumbai: Maharashtra Minister Shambhuraj Desai, on Monday, told the state Assembly that changes made by the state government to accelerate the redevelopment of dilapidated and dangerous MHADA (Maharashtra Housing and Area Development Authority) buildings in Mumbai are receiving a positive response from developers. […] The post Maha: Developers respond favourably to new redevelopment rules for dilapida

Maha: Council raises concern over company producing hazardous chemicals​ Mumbai: Amid the controversy over the production of hazardous polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) at the Lote-Parshuram industrial area in Ratnagiri district by Laxmi Organic and its effects on health and the Konkan environment, Maharashtra Minister Pankaja Munde on Monday said the government has appointed the Institute of […] The post Maha: Council raises concern over company producing hazardous chemicals​ appeared fir

CM Mamata writes to CEC over transfer of IAS, IPS officers in Bengal Kolkata: West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Monday wrote to Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) Gyanesh Kumar expressing concern over the removal of several IAS and IPS officers in the state following the announcement of the Assembly elections. In the letter, CM […] The post CM Mamata writes to CEC over transfer of IAS, IPS officers in Bengal appeared first on Mangalorean.com .

INTERPOL liaison officers’ meet focuses on strengthening global crime cooperation New Delhi: Union Home Secretary Govind Mohan on Monday highlighted the importance of INTERPOL liaison officers in strengthening international cooperation against transnational crime while addressing the 12th INTERPOL Liaison Officers Conference organised by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) in Delhi. The conference was inaugurated […] The post INTERPOL liaison officers’ meet focuses on strengthening g

Indian-flagged LPG tanker ‘Nanda Devi’ to arrive at Kandla Port today New Delhi: The Indian-flagged LPG tanker, the Nanda Devi, which departed from Qatar carrying liquefied petroleum gas (LPG), is expected to arrive from the Strait of Hormuz at Kandla Port in Gujarat on Tuesday. Another LPG tanker ‘Shivalik’ already reached Mundra Port a day […] The post Indian-flagged LPG tanker ‘Nanda Devi’ to arrive at Kandla Port today appeared first on Mangalorean.com .

Three killed in road accident in Bengal’s Hooghly district Kolkata: Three persons were killed and another seriously injured after a car crashed into roadside trees in West Bengal’s Hooghly district on Monday. According to the police, the accident occurred at Sonada in Polba on Tarakeshwar Road. A car travelling from Daspur towards Chinsurah first ran […] The post Three killed in road accident in Bengal’s Hooghly district appeared first on Mangalorean.com .

Speaker meets CM Siddaramaiah over unanswered questions; govt assures such incident does not happen again Bengaluru: Karnataka Assembly Speaker, U.T. Khader, on Monday, convened a meeting with Chief Minister Siddaramaiah, Leader of the Opposition R. Ashoka, Chief Secretary Shalini Rajneesh and other senior Congress leaders regarding the issue of unanswered questions in the state Assembly, […] The post Speaker meets CM Siddaramaiah over unanswered questions; govt assures such incident does not

LPG cargo split: 20,000 MT to be unloaded at Mundra, 26,000 MT at Mangaluru New Delhi: The LPG carrier Shivalik arrived at the Mundra Port, on Monday, carrying a total cargo of about 46,000 metric tonnes (MT) of liquefied petroleum gas (LPG), with 20,000 MT set to be unloaded at Mundra and the remaining 26,000 […] The post LPG cargo split: 20,000 MT to be unloaded at Mundra, 26,000 MT at Mangaluru appeared first on Mangalorean.com .

Fire under control after drone attack at UAE’s Fujairah petroleum site Dubai: The fire that erupted at a petroleum facility in Fujairah, the United Arab Emirates (UAE), following a drone attack, has been brought under control, authorities said Monday. Officials confirmed that the blaze broke out in the Fujairah Oil Industry Zone, with no […] The post Fire under control after drone attack at UAE’s Fujairah petroleum site appeared first on Mangalorean.com .

BJP’s 1st list for Bengal Assembly polls features candidates from diverse professions Kolkata: The first list of 144 candidates announced on Monday by the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) for the forthcoming two-phase Assembly elections to 294 constituencies in West Bengal next month reflects representation from a wide range of professions. However, unlike the 2021 West […] The post BJP’s 1st list for Bengal Assembly polls features candidates from diverse professions appeared first on Mangalor

CM Omar reviews supply of essential commodities, fuel in J&K Jammu: Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Monday chaired a high-level meeting to review the stock position of essential commodities and petroleum products in the Union Territory. An official statement said the meeting was convened in view of the upcoming festivals of Eid […] The post CM Omar reviews supply of essential commodities, fuel in J&K appeared first on Mangalorean.com .

CPI-ML to contest 10 seats in Bengal in alliance with Left Front Kolkata: The Communist Party of India-Marxist-Leninist (CPI-ML), which is a major Left force in Bihar, will contest from 10 Assembly constituencies in West Bengal in alliance with the CPI-M-led Left Front in the forthcoming two-phase Assembly elections in the state next month. The […] The post CPI-ML to contest 10 seats in Bengal in alliance with Left Front appeared first on Mangalorean.com .

Vijay aims for CM’s post, not Deputy CM role: Sengottaiyan Chennai: Actor-turned-politician Vijay has entered public life with the clear objective of becoming the Tamil Nadu Chief Minister and serving the people, and therefore, there is no question of him accepting the post of Deputy Chief Minister, TVK leader and former state minister K.A. Sengottaiyan […] The post Vijay aims for CM’s post, not Deputy CM role: Sengottaiyan appeared first on Mangalorean.com .

India’s urban unemployment rate declines, rural jobs stay steady in February New Delhi: India’s urban unemployment rate improved to 6.6 per cent in February this year, down from 7 per cent in January, while the rural unemployment rate remained unchanged at 4.2 per cent, according to data released by the Ministry of Statistics on Monday. […] The post India’s urban unemployment rate declines, rural jobs stay steady in February appeared first on Mangalorean.com .

‘Unprecedented disgrace’, says BJP after Speaker adjourns Karnataka Assembly over unanswered questions Bengaluru: The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), on Monday, accused the Congress-led Karnataka government of showing “contempt for democracy” after Assembly Speaker U.T. Khader adjourned the state Assembly when state Ministers allegedly failed to provide written replies to queries raised by opposition MLAs in […] The post ‘Unprecedented disgrace’, says BJP after Speaker adjourns Karna

Saripalla Residents Submit Memorandum for Additional Bus Services After Long Wait at Deputy Commissioner’s Office Mangaluru: Residents of Saripalla, a locality within the Neermarga Gram Panchayat, voiced their grievances regarding inadequate public transportation after enduring a nearly three-hour wait at the Deputy Commissioner’s (DC) office on March 16th. The residents submitted a memorandum to the […] The post Saripalla Residents Submit Memorandum for Additional Bus Services After Long

First Indian-flagged LPG tanker ‘Shivalik’ safely reaches Mundra Port, Nanda Devi arriving tomorrow New Delhi: The Indian-flagged LPG tanker Shivalik, which departed from Qatar carrying liquefied petroleum gas (LPG), safely arrived from the Strait of Hormuz at Mundra Port in Gujarat on Monday. The vessel carried around 45,000 metric tonnes of LPG and its safe […] The post First Indian-flagged LPG tanker ‘Shivalik’ safely reaches Mundra Port, Nanda Devi arriving tomorrow appeared first

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Women Congress workers key to bypoll victory: CM Siddaramaiah Bengaluru: Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah has called upon women members of the Congress party to play an important role in the party’s victory in the Bagalkote and Davanagere South by-elections. He was speaking on Monday at an executive meeting and training camp organised by the Karnataka […] The post Women Congress workers key to bypoll victory: CM Siddaramaiah appeared first on Mangalorean.com .

Mangaluru Konkani Writer H. M. Pernal Wins 2025 Sahitya Akademi Award Mangaluru: Noted Konkani writer and journalist H. M. Pernal (Henry Mendona) of Mangaluru has been selected for the 2025 Sahitya Akademi Award for his acclaimed literary criticism work Konkani Kavyem: Rupam Ani Rupakam (2021). The Sahitya Akademi Award, presented by the Government of India’s […] The post Mangaluru Konkani Writer H. M. Pernal Wins 2025 Sahitya Akademi Award appeared first on Mangalorean.com .

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Environment Ministry submits biodiversity report under Kunming–Montreal framework New Delhi: Highlighting a “whole-of-government” and a “whole-of-society” approach, the Environment Ministry has submitted India’s Seventh National Report (NR-7) to the Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD), an official said on Monday. The submission on February 26, as part of a mandatory obligation, reaffirms India’s strong commitment to […] The post Environment Ministry submits biodiversity repo

Karnataka Speaker raps govt over failure to answer MLAs’ questions, adjourns Assembly Bengaluru: In an embarrassment to the Congress government, Karnataka Assembly Speaker, U.T. Khader, on Monday adjourned the House, sharply criticising it for failing to provide answers to unstarred questions of the MLAs despite repeated warnings from the Chair. Expressing strong dissatisfaction, Khader said […] The post Karnataka Speaker raps govt over failure to answer MLAs’ questions, adjourns Assembly

Uninterrupted CNG and PNG supply continuing for users, no gas shortage: Govt New Delhi: The supply of piped natural gas (PNG) and compressed natural gas (CNG) continues uninterrupted across the country, the government said on Monday, adding that efforts are on to move households away from LPG where gas pipelines are available. In an inter-ministerial […] The post Uninterrupted CNG and PNG supply continuing for users, no gas shortage: Govt appeared first on Mangalorean.com .

CCI may step in if AI leads to anti-competitive practices, says Chairperson Ravneet Kaur New Delhi: India’s fair trade regulator, the Competition Commission of India (CCI), is prepared to take action against any anti-competitive practices that could emerge in the artificial intelligence (AI) space, its Chairperson Ravneet Kaur said on Monday. Addressing the 11th National […] The post CCI may step in if AI leads to anti-competitive practices, says Chairperson Ravneet Kaur appeared first on Ma

Slippers row: K’taka BJP demands arrest of Booker Prize awardee Banu Mushtaq Bengaluru: Karnataka BJP leader Chalavadi Narayanaswamy, has demanded that the government register a suo motu case against International Booker Prize awardee Banu Mushtaq and arrest her for insulting Dr B.R. Ambedkar by offering floral tributes while wearing slippers. Speaking to the media on […] The post Slippers row: K’taka BJP demands arrest of Booker Prize awardee Banu Mushtaq appeared first on Mangalorean.com

West-Asia crisis coupled with the Afghanistan war leaves Pak economy in tatters, austerity measures offer no hope New Delhi: Pakistan has been hit hard by the crisis in the Middle East owing to the war between Iran and Israel-United States. While it faces several headaches with regard to whether or not join the war owing […] The post West-Asia crisis coupled with the Afghanistan war leaves Pak economy in tatters, austerity measures offer no hope appeared first on Mangalorean.com .

IndiGo partners with Adani Airports to offer IndiGo BluChips on duty-free shopping Ahmedabad : IndiGo, India’s low-cost airline, and Adani Airport Holdings Limited (AAHL), the country’s largest private airport operator, on Monday announced a strategic partnership enabling IndiGo BluChip members to earn on duty-free shopping across AAHL-managed airports. Under the partnership, members can earn five […] The post IndiGo partners with Adani Airports to offer IndiGo BluChips on duty-free shoppi

25,605 LPG distributorships in India, 17,677 in rural areas: Govt New Delhi: The government on Monday informed that there are 25,605 LPG distributorships in India (as of March 1, 2026), including 17,677 in rural areas, serving by 214 LPG bottling plants of Oil Marketing Companies (OMCs). To improve LPG access in rural and remote areas, […] The post 25,605 LPG distributorships in India, 17,677 in rural areas: Govt appeared first on Mangalorean.com .

We will not meddle with temple, school properties: K’taka Waqf Minister Bengaluru: Minister for Waqf and Housing B.Z. Zameer Ahmad Khan stated that the Waqf Board will not meddle with any properties attached to temples or schools. He made the statement in the Legislative Assembly on Monday while answering a question by senior Congress MLA […] The post We will not meddle with temple, school properties: K’taka Waqf Minister appeared first on Mangalorean.com .

Elections scheduling done for convenience of BJP, says Priyanka Gandhi Vadra New Delhi: Opposition leaders, including Congress MP Priyanka Gandhi Vadra and Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav, on Monday raised concerns over the conduct and timing of Assembly elections. “The way elections are scheduled, phases are created, and dates are set, I feel all of […] The post Elections scheduling done for convenience of BJP, says Priyanka Gandhi Vadra appeared first on Mangalorean.com .

Kerala poll battle begins as campaign heat rises across state Thiruvananthapuram: Kerala woke up to the first full day of intense campaigning on Monday, with political parties beginning a 25 day high voltage campaign ahead of the April 9 polls for the 140-member Kerala Assembly. The opposition alliances are yet to finalise their candidates, but […] The post Kerala poll battle begins as campaign heat rises across state appeared first on Mangalorean.com .

India Post to launch next-day delivery service ’24 Speed Post’ tomorrow New Delhi: India Post is set to deliver parcels, consignments, and articles within 24 hours with the launch of a new express service, the government said on Monday. The Department of Posts (DoP) will launch the ’24 Speed Post’ service on Tuesday (March 17) […] The post India Post to launch next-day delivery service ’24 Speed Post’ tomorrow appeared first on Mangalorean.com .

Domestic refrigerator blast triggers major fire in Chhattisgarh, woman charred to death Raipur: A major fire broke out in a residential house in Lingiyadih village under the Sarkanda police station jurisdiction in Bilaspur, Chhattisgarh, claiming the life of a 57-year-old woman who was trapped inside and burned alive, officials said on Monday. The incident occurred […] The post Domestic refrigerator blast triggers major fire in Chhattisgarh, woman charred to death appeared first on Mangalorean

Cuttack hospital fire: PM Modi expresses grief, announces Rs 2 lakh assistance for families of deceased New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday expressed distress over the loss of lives in the tragic Cuttack hospital fire incident in Odisha and announced an ex-gratia of Rs. 2 lakh from the Prime Minister’s National Relief Fund […] The post Cuttack hospital fire: PM Modi expresses grief, announces Rs 2 lakh assistance for families of deceased appeared first on Mangalorean.com .

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195 cases against senior officials show extent of corruption in Karnataka: BJP Bengaluru: BJP leader and Leader of the Opposition in the Karnataka Assembly, R. Ashoka, on Monday launched a sharp attack on the Congress government, alleging that corruption has become widespread under its rule. In a statement, Ashoka said that when the entire government, […] The post 195 cases against senior officials show extent of corruption in Karnataka: BJP appeared first on Mangalorean.com .

Dubai Airport temporarily suspends all flights after drone hits fuel tank New Delhi: Dubai Airport on Monday announced to temporarily suspend all flights as a precautionary safety measure, after a drone struck a fuel tank in the area. “Flights at DXB (Dubai International Airport) are temporarily suspended as a precautionary measure to ensure the safety […] The post Dubai Airport temporarily suspends all flights after drone hits fuel tank appeared first on Mangalorean.com .

Army rescues 214 stranded people including tourists in J&K’s Sinthan Pass in heavy snowfall Srinagar: Alert troops of the Indian Army braved highly inclement weather including heavy snowfall to rescue 214 stranded passengers from Jammu and Kashmir’s Sinthan Pass, officials said on Monday. “After heavy snowfall disrupted movement in the Sinthan Pass connecting the Valley […] The post Army rescues 214 stranded people including tourists in J&K’s Sinthan Pass in heavy snowfall appeared fir

History-sheeter Thoppai Ganesh shot dead in police encounter in Chennai Chennai: A history-sheeter wanted in a major robbery case was shot dead in a police encounter near Madhavaram Roundabout in north Chennai on Monday morning, police said. The deceased has been identified as Thoppai Ganesh, who was accused in several criminal cases, including murder and […] The post History-sheeter Thoppai Ganesh shot dead in police encounter in Chennai appeared first on Mangalorean.com .

Gas Tanker Overturns Near Katapady, Triggering Emergency Response Udupi: A gas tanker overturned on National Highway 66 near Katapady on Monday morning, causing alarm and prompting a swift emergency response. The incident at Katapady junction led to temporary traffic disruptions and the implementation of safety protocols. The tanker, full of gas, was traveling from Mangaluru […] The post Gas Tanker Overturns Near Katapady, Triggering Emergency Response appeared first on Mangalorean.com .

Akshay Kumar recalls late father watching his films over 20 times, says he’d make everyone watch them Mumbai: Bollywood superstar Akshay Kumar, recently on his quiz reality show Wheel of Fortune Akshay shared a cherished memory from his own early days in the industry, recalling his late father and his immense love and motivation for […] The post Akshay Kumar recalls late father watching his films over 20 times, says he’d make everyone watch them appeared first on Mangalorean.com .

Kumble congratulates Dravid, Binny and other BCCI Naman Awards winners New Delhi: The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) successfully hosted another edition of ‘Naman,’ the annual awards ceremony that recognises the top performers and trailblazers of Indian cricket and former India cricketer Anil Kumble penned a note to congratulate his ‘dear friend’ […] The post Kumble congratulates Dravid, Binny and other BCCI Naman Awards winners appeared first on Mangalorean.com .

Indian Army, J&K police rescue 214 stranded tourists at Sinthan Pass amid heavy snowfall New Delhi: A joint rescue operation by the Indian Army and the Jammu and Kashmir Police successfully evacuated 214 stranded tourists and local civilians from the high-altitude Sinthan Pass on Monday, following heavy snowfall that had disrupted movement in the region. […] The post Indian Army, J&K police rescue 214 stranded tourists at Sinthan Pass amid heavy snowfall appeared first on Mangalorean.com .

Youth Congress announces ‘Sansad gherao’ demonstration today over India–US trade deal New Delhi: The Indian Youth Congress (IYC) has announced a ‘Sansad Gherao’ protest on Monday, alleging that the Centre’s recently announced trade agreement with the United States could adversely affect India’s economic interests. The protest will be led by IYC National President Uday Bhanu […] The post Youth Congress announces ‘Sansad gherao’ demonstration today over India–US trade deal ap

His efforts improving lives of countless citizens: PM Modi wishes CR Paatil on his birthday New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday extended birthday wishes to Union Minister of Jal Shakti C.R. Paatil and praised his efforts in enhancing water management and promoting the ‘Har Ghar Jal’ initiative. Taking to X, PM Modi said, […] The post His efforts improving lives of countless citizens: PM Modi wishes CR Paatil on his birthday appeared first on Mangalorean.com .

10 dead, several injured in ICU fire at SCB Medical College Hospital in Odisha Bhubaneswar: In a tragic incident, at least 10 patients died while several others sustained serious burn injuries after a major fire broke out in the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) of the trauma care centre at SCB Medical College and Hospital in […] The post 10 dead, several injured in ICU fire at SCB Medical College Hospital in Odisha appeared first on Mangalorean.com .

Russia shoots down 170 Ukrainian drones overnight Moscow: Russian air defence systems shot down 170 Ukrainian drones overnight, including 27 headed toward Moscow, according to the Russian authorities on Sunday. From Saturday night to Sunday morning, air defence systems intercepted and destroyed the drones over multiple Russian regions, the Russian Defence Ministry said. Russian air […] The post Russia shoots down 170 Ukrainian drones overnight appeared first on Mangalorean.com .

4 Palestinians killed by Israeli forces in West Bank: Red Crescent Ramallah: Four Palestinians, including two children, were killed early Sunday when Israeli special forces opened fire on a vehicle in the town of Tammun in the West Bank, Palestine Red Crescent Society said. In a press statement, the Red Crescent added that its crews […] The post 4 Palestinians killed by Israeli forces in West Bank: Red Crescent appeared first on Mangalorean.com .

Iran not asking for ceasefire or negotiations, ready to defend itself as long as it takes: Iranian FM Tehran: Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi has said that the country is not asking for a ceasefire or negotiations with the United States, stating that Tehran is prepared to defend itself “as long as it takes” […] The post Iran not asking for ceasefire or negotiations, ready to defend itself as long as it takes: Iranian FM appeared first on Mangalorean.com .

Iran’s supreme leader reiterates demand for compensation from ‘enemy’ Tehran: Iran’s Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei reiterated his country’s demand for compensation from its “enemy.” “We will obtain compensation from the enemy, and if he refuses, we will take as much of his property as we determine, and if that is not possible, we will destroy […] The post Iran’s supreme leader reiterates demand for compensation from ‘enemy’ appeared first on Mangalorean.com .

6 killed, 142 injured in UAE amid escalating regional tensions: Defence Ministry Abu Dhabi: Six nationals of the United Arab Emirates (UAE), Pakistan, Nepal and Bangladesh have been killed and 142 residents of multiple nationalities have suffered minor to moderate injuries in the UAE amid the recent escalating regional tensions, the UAE’s Defence Ministry said […] The post 6 killed, 142 injured in UAE amid escalating regional tensions: Defence Ministry appeared first on Mangalorean.com .

Ujjain-based Canadian student killed in violence Bhopal/Ujjain: A resident of Ujjain, Gurkeerat Singh Manocha, who had gone to Canada for higher studies, lost his life in a tragic incident in Fort St John, British Columbia. The family has described the death as a murder stemming from a dispute and is demanding strict action against those […] The post Ujjain-based Canadian student killed in violence appeared first on Mangalorean.com .

MCC comes into force in Bengal after two-phase Assembly poll schedule announcement Kolkata: The Model Code of Conduct (MCC) for the upcoming West Bengal Assembly elections came into force across the state on Sunday following the announcement of the poll schedule by the Election Commission of India (ECI). According to an official communication issued by […] The post MCC comes into force in Bengal after two-phase Assembly poll schedule announcement appeared first on Mangalorean.com .

ECI shifts Bengal CS, Dushyant Nariala takes charge Kolkata: The Election Commission of India (ECI) has ordered a major administrative reshuffle in West Bengal, appointing senior IAS officer Dushyant Nariala as the new Chief Secretary just a day after the Model Code of Conduct (MCC) came into force for the 2026 Assembly elections. The […] The post ECI shifts Bengal CS, Dushyant Nariala takes charge appeared first on Mangalorean.com .

Rajya Sabha polls today for 37 seats across 10 states New Delhi: Voting for the biennial elections to 37 seats in the Rajya Sabha will take place on Monday, with polling scheduled from 9:00 A.M. to 4:00 P.M. and counting of votes will begin at 5:00 P.M. the same day, according to the Election Commission […] The post Rajya Sabha polls today for 37 seats across 10 states appeared first on Mangalorean.com .

‘Rs 5 crore offer made’: Shivakumar alleges BJP bid to bribe Odisha MLAs in Bengaluru resort Bengaluru: Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar on Sunday accused the BJP of attempting to carry out horse trading of Congress’s Odisha MLAs who were staying at a resort on the outskirts of Bengaluru, and that two of the […] The post ‘Rs 5 crore offer made’: Shivakumar alleges BJP bid to bribe Odisha MLAs in Bengaluru resort appeared first on Mangalorean.com .

Opinion Poll: AIADMK to edge ahead of DMK in Tamil Nadu; LDF, UDF in neck and neck fight in Kerala Chennai: The All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (AIADMK) is expected to unseat the MK Stalin-led Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) government in Tamil Nadu elections, while the adjoining state of Kerala is set to witness […] The post Opinion Poll: AIADMK to edge ahead of DMK in Tamil Nadu; LDF, UDF in neck and neck fight in Kerala appeared first on Mangalorean.com .

Christians Support Archdiocese of Bombay’s Concerns on the Proposed Anti-Conversion Law in Maharashtra Mumbai:The Christian community is uniting with the Archdiocese of Bombay to oppose the proposed “Dharma Swatantrya Adhiniyam, 2026” (anti-conversion bill) in Maharashtra, expressing the belief that it threatens religious freedom and individual rights. The Mumbai-based NGO Christi Sevak Federation (CSF), led by […] The post Christians Support Archdiocese of Bombay’s Concerns on the Pro

CEC Gyanesh Kumar warns of tough action against misuse of AI, deepfakes in campaign New Delhi: While announcing the Assembly election dates for Assam, West Bengal, Kerala, Tamil Nadu and Puducherry, Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar on Sunday sent out a strong message to those who attempt to misuse deepfakes and AI in the election […] The post CEC Gyanesh Kumar warns of tough action against misuse of AI, deepfakes in campaign appeared first on Mangalorean.com .

Talk on Stree Sanghatan Commemorates International Women’s Day at Manjeshwar Manjeshwar: A discourse on Stree Sanghatan and its significance was conducted at the Our Lady of Mercy Church Hall in Manjeshwar on March 15, marking International Women’s Day. The event commenced with an invocation by members of the Sanghatan. Reena Monteiro, President of Stree Sanghatan, […] The post Talk on Stree Sanghatan Commemorates International Women’s Day at Manjeshwar appeared first on Mangalorean.com

CPI-M unveils 75 candidates for Kerala polls, CM Vijayan, nine ministers in fray Thiruvananthapuram: The Communist Party of India-Marxist on Sunday unveiled its candidate list for the upcoming Assembly elections in Kerala, fielding 75 nominees, including Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan and nine members of his Cabinet. Announcing the list shortly after the election schedule was […] The post CPI-M unveils 75 candidates for Kerala polls, CM Vijayan, nine ministers in fray appeared first on Mangal

India’s big push to Metro Rail spurs growth, cuts financial stress in cities New Delhi: Over the past eleven years, India has witnessed a remarkable expansion of its metro rail network, making it the third largest in the world. From just a handful of operational lines in five cities in 2014, the network has grown […] The post India’s big push to Metro Rail spurs growth, cuts financial stress in cities appeared first on Mangalorean.com .

Consumers should book LPG online, no shortage of petrol or diesel: Govt New Delhi: India remains self-sufficient in the production of petrol and diesel and no imports of the fuels are required to meet domestic demand as all refineries across the country are operating at high capacity and maintaining adequate crude oil inventories, according to […] The post Consumers should book LPG online, no shortage of petrol or diesel: Govt appeared first on Mangalorean.com .

Another Indian ship sails safely out of UAE port to head for home New Delhi: Indian-flag vessel ‘Jag Laadki’, carrying about 80,800 metric tonnes of Murban crude oil, sailed safely from the UAE’s Fujairah port on Sunday for India, the Ministry of Shipping and Ports said on Sunday. The vessel and all Indian seafarers onboard […] The post Another Indian ship sails safely out of UAE port to head for home appeared first on Mangalorean.com .

Single-phase polls in 4 states/UT, West Bengal to vote on April 23 and 29, results on May 4 New Delhi: The Election Commission of India (ECI) announced the election schedule for four states and one Union Territory (UT) on Sunday, while expounding the elaborate measures undertaken by the poll body for ensuring free, fair and […] The post Single-phase polls in 4 states/UT, West Bengal to vote on April 23 and 29, results on May 4 appeared first on Mangalorean.com .