Opposition leaders also highlighted the impact of geopolitical tensions involving Iran, Israel and the United States, which have disrupted fuel shipments through the strategic Strait of Hormuz
10 March,2026 04:33 PM IST | mid-day online correspondentThe Indian Embassy in Bahrain advised Indian nationals to remain vigilant and follow official advisories amid escalating West Asia tensions, releasing a standard operating procedure for transit through Saudi Arabia for stranded Indians
10 March,2026 04:32 PM IST | mid-day online correspondentRajya Sabha proceedings turned chaotic on Tuesday as Opposition members staged a walkout over the Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls, with Leader of Opposition Mallikarjun Kharge calling the SIR process a "fraud" before being rebuked by Chairman Radhakrishnan
10 March,2026 04:10 PM IST | IANSRaut said the opposition had demanded a discussion in both Houses on the geopolitical developments in the region, but the government had not allowed a debate
10 March,2026 04:02 PM IST | mid-day online correspondentOpposition leaders raised alarms over growing LPG shortages in major Indian cities in Parliament on Tuesday, demanding a detailed debate on India's energy security amid the West Asia conflict
10 March,2026 03:47 PM IST | IANSThe revised order, issued through a gazette notification, aims to ensure uninterrupted supply of cooking fuel and transport gas as global energy markets face volatility due to the ongoing geopolitical tensions in the Middle East
10 March,2026 03:21 PM IST | mid-day online correspondentThe Gujarat government has imposed a 50 per cent cut on industrial gas consumption and 40 per cent on fertiliser and milk processing amid the West Asia conflict, while assuring that domestic LPG supply remains uninterrupted. Energy Minister Rushikesh Patel said the state and Centre are coordinating closely
10 March,2026 03:20 PM IST | PTICommercial LPG cylinder distribution has been temporarily stopped in Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh, amid the ongoing US-Israel-Iran conflict, with an exemption granted only to hospitals and educational institutions. The booking period for domestic LPG cylinders has been increased from 21 to 25 days
10 March,2026 03:20 PM IST | ANIGlobal crude oil prices dropped sharply after Donald Trump indicated the Middle East conflict could end soon. Brent crude slipped below USD 90 per barrel amid easing geopolitical tension
10 March,2026 02:18 PM IST | mid-day online correspondentHospitality industry bodies in cities such as Mumbai, Bengaluru and Chennai say irregular gas supplies over the past few days have disrupted kitchen operations, forcing some eateries to cut menus, reduce working hours and temporarily halt services
10 March,2026 02:12 PM IST | mid-day online correspondentAccording to officials, the government has asked refineries and petrochemical plants to divert key hydrocarbon streams to the LPG production pool to increase availability of domestic cooking gas
10 March,2026 12:40 PM IST | mid-day online correspondentSpiceJet on Tuesday informed passengers that flight SG 263 from Delhi to Kolkata on March 10 will now depart at 9:40 am, urging travellers to check their itinerary and flight status before heading to the airport
10 March,2026 12:16 PM IST | mid-day online correspondentThe accused, identified as 34-year-old Gurvinder Singh, also known as Goldie, had allegedly been on the run after the killing, which took place in Patiala on February 19
10 March,2026 12:12 PM IST | Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar | mid-day online correspondentThe Supreme Court will hear West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee’s plea challenging the Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls in the state. Banerjee has alleged that the process could lead to the deletion of names of lakhs of voters from marginalised communities
10 March,2026 11:00 AM IST | New Delhi | mid-day online correspondentThe affected countries include Bahrain, Iran, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates. According to the board, the examinations that were originally scheduled between March 12 and March 16, 2026, have been deferred after reviewing the situation in the region
10 March,2026 10:53 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentWith liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) components diverted for household use amid the global energy crunch, city’s civic body suspends gas cremations and activates electric facilities across metropolis
10 March,2026 10:44 AM IST | Pune | Archana DahiwalPushkar Singh Dhami said the enhanced gender budget in Uttarakhand reflects the government’s commitment to Matri Shakti through several welfare and safety schemes for women and girls
10 March,2026 10:36 AM IST | Uttarakhand | ANIThe DGCA aerodrome licence has been issued to Noida International Airport, paving the way for its operational launch. The project is expected to strengthen connectivity across the NCR and support India’s expanding aviation sector
10 March,2026 10:29 AM IST | New Delhi | ANIThe incident occurred when the accused Ashish, a Delhi resident, was travelling on flight QP1625 from the national capital to the coastal state, officials said
10 March,2026 08:57 AM IST | Panaji | AgenciesHe has also been prohibited from using social media.
10 March,2026 08:53 AM IST | New Delhi | AgenciesThe accident occurred late Sunday night on the Motichur flyover in front of Hotel Godwin, where an Uttarakhand Roadways bus hit a tractor trolley from behind
10 March,2026 08:50 AM IST | Dehradun | AgenciesADVERTISEMENT
The skies over Iran are becoming increasingly dangerous for US surveillance and strike drones. Multiple MQ-9 Reaper unmanned aerial vehicles have reportedly been shot down in Iranian airspace during the ongoing Operation Epic Fury, exposing a serious vulnerability in America’s drone operations. According to defense reports, the number of destroyed MQ-9 Reaper drones has climbed to 11, with the financial damage now crossing $330 million. These drones, widely used by the US military for intelligence gathering, surveillance missions, and precision strikes, were originally designed for counter-terrorism environments where air defenses are limited. WATCH
Israeli Military spokesperson Effie Defrin said that the casualties were the result of Israel's airstrikes launched since the conflict escalated in late February
10 March,2026 11:12 AM IST | Jerusalem | mid-day online correspondentUS officials questioned the need for humanitarian aid to Afghanistan while accusing the Taliban of detaining Americans and ignoring international commitments
Saudi Arabia strongly condemned Iran’s missile and drone attacks targeting Gulf states and civilian infrastructure, calling them a violation of international law. The Kingdom warned that such actions escalate tensions and said it retains the right to take necessary measures to protect its sovereignty and citizens
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Amit Shah made the remarks via video link while inaugurating the Shri Motibhai R Chaudhary Sagar Sainik School and Sagar Organic Plant at Boriyavi village in Mehsana district, Gujarat
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The appearance of India’s first musical road sends a strong message about the govt’s commitment to overall well-being
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