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Pune restaurateurs warn of mass shutdowns amid LPG crisis across Maharashtra

The ongoing West Asia conflict has disrupted LPG supplies in India, forcing a halt to commercial gas distribution in Pune. Industry bodies warn that over 10,000 restaurants, snack centres and mess facilities could face shutdowns if supplies are not restored soon

12 March,2026 10:49 AM IST | Archana Dahiwal
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J&K: Cattle smuggled inside tanker

In the first operation, a police team intercepted a tractor fitted with a water tanker during naka checking under Rajbagh police station area, officials said

12 March,2026 10:05 AM IST | Agencies
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Sandhu sworn-in as new Delhi LG

His predecessor, Vinai Kumar Saxena, has been appointed as the Lieutenant Governor of Ladakh

12 March,2026 10:00 AM IST | Agencies
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In a first, SC allows passive euthanasia for man in coma

Passive euthanasia is the intentional act of letting a patient die by withholding or withdrawing life support or the treatment necessary to keep him alive

12 March,2026 09:51 AM IST | Agencies
World News

UK to release Mandelson files

Lawmakers have forced Prime Minister Keir Starmer’s government to disclose thousands of files about the decision to name Mandelson to the key diplomatic post at the start of US President Donald Trump’s second term, despite a past friendship with the convicted sex offender

12 March,2026 09:47 AM IST | Agencies
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Chhattisgarh: Cabinet approves draft of religious conversion bill

The decision was taken at a cabinet meeting chaired by CM Vishnu Deo Sai at the legislative assembly premises

12 March,2026 09:25 AM IST | Agencies
World News

West Asia war: Banks in the crossfire

Airstrike that reportedly killed bank staff in Tehran pushes Iran-Israel war into financial arena, with Tehran warning banks across the Gulf could become targets as uncertainty grows around Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei

12 March,2026 09:21 AM IST | Agencies
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Now, Pune restaurateurs warn of mass shutdowns after LPG crisis

Industry bodies warn that if supplies are not restored within days, thousands of eateries could close temporarily, disrupting daily meals for residents and threatening the livelihoods of thousands of workers dependent on the sector

12 March,2026 09:13 AM IST | Archana Dahiwal
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PM Modi launches projects worth over Rs 10,000 crore in Kerala

Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched and dedicated development projects worth over Rs 10,000 crore in Kerala. The initiatives include a Rs 5,500 crore polypropylene unit at the Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited Kochi refinery, two major highway projects, and railway initiatives worth Rs 142 crore

12 March,2026 08:33 AM IST | Agencies
Opinion

Need more open spaces to nurture sporting talent

Fans are delirious with delight, and the money tap has been opened as prize money flows like a river in spate

12 March,2026 08:21 AM IST | The Editorial
Opinion

Bumrah won’t boast, but Fred did

While India’s fast bowling great will be coy to rate himself, England’s Fred Trueman was never hesitant to state that he was the greatest

12 March,2026 08:20 AM IST | Clayton Murzello
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No evidence of paper leak in Maharashtra Class 10 Mathematics exam: Board

The board said a Telegram group claiming to provide exam papers appears to be part of an attempt to financially cheat students. An FIR has been filed at Shivajinagar Police Station, initiating a formal investigation into the matter

11 March,2026 11:26 PM IST | Archana Dahiwal
No need for panic, normal delivery cycle of 2.5 days maintained: Oil Ministry

No need for panic, normal delivery cycle of 2.5 days maintained: Oil Ministry

Government measures have led to a 25 per cent rise in LPG production, according to the ministry. A senior official said that there is no need for panic booking of cooking gas cylinders and assured that the normal delivery cycle for domestic households remains at two-and-a-half days

11 March,2026 11:09 PM IST | New Delhi | PTI
Dr Vijay Suryawanshi takes charge as Pimpri Chinchwad Municipal Commissioner

Dr Vijay Suryawanshi takes charge as Pimpri Chinchwad Municipal Commissioner

In a key administrative move, the Maharashtra government has appointed Dr Vijay Suryawanshi as the commissioner of Pimpri Chinchwad Municipal Corporation (PCMC). The appointment order was issued by the general administration department (GAD) on Wednesday

11 March,2026 09:47 PM IST | Pune | Archana Dahiwal
Airfares skyrocket: Delhi–London flight tickets cross Rs 1 lakh

Airfares skyrocket: Delhi–London flight tickets cross Rs 1 lakh

For India, the spike is compounded by heavy reliance on Middle East air corridors for westbound flights to Europe, the UK, and North America. Closures of regional airspace, rerouted flights, and added war-risk insurance premiums are adding as much as Rs 20,000–35,000 per passenger on some routes

11 March,2026 07:22 PM IST | Mumbai
Air India Express Hyderabad-Phuket flight lands after nose wheel failure

Air India Express Hyderabad-Phuket flight lands after nose wheel failure

An Air India Express flight from Hyderabad to Phuket was stranded on the runway at Phuket International Airport after a technical issue with its nose wheel, with all passengers deplaned safely following standard protocols

11 March,2026 05:03 PM IST | New Delhi [India] | ANI
Congress slams Centre over US ‘permission' remark to purchase Russian oil

Congress slams Centre over US ‘permission' remark to purchase Russian oil

The Indian National Congress criticised the Centre after White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt said the United States had “permitted” India to temporarily buy Russian oil, calling the remark an insult to India’s sovereignty and questioning the government’s silence

11 March,2026 03:11 PM IST | New Delhi | ANI
PM Modi holds roadshow in Kochi, unveils major projects across Keralam

PM Modi holds roadshow in Kochi, unveils major projects across Keralam

Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited Kochi where he inaugurated and laid the foundation for projects worth Rs 10,800 crore, including the BPCL polypropylene unit at Kochi refinery. He also launched a floating solar project, flagged off a new train service and highlighted India’s progress in AI

11 March,2026 03:05 PM IST | Kochi | mid-day online correspondent
Rahul Gandhi, Ravi Shankar Prasad clash in Lok Sabha during debate

Rahul Gandhi, Ravi Shankar Prasad clash in Lok Sabha during debate

The confrontation took place when Rahul Gandhi interrupted Prasad’s remarks, alleging that he had previously been prevented from raising issues in Parliament related to Prime Minister Narendra Modi

11 March,2026 03:00 PM IST | New Delhi | mid-day online correspondent
NCERT book row: SC directs Centre to form panel of domain experts

NCERT book row: SC directs Centre to form panel of domain experts

The apex court, while hearing a suo motu case concerning NCERT's Class 8 social science book, which contained "offending" contents on corruption in the judiciary, noted that the chapter was drafted by the textbook development team under the chairmanship of Professor Michel Danino

11 March,2026 02:55 PM IST | New Delhi | PTI
36 tiger deaths reported in India so far this year, MP records highest

36 tiger deaths reported in India so far this year, MP records highest

According to the data compiled by the National Tiger Conservation Authority, 20 tiger deaths occurred inside tiger reserves, while 16 were reported outside protected areas

11 March,2026 01:46 PM IST | Mumbai | Ranjeet Jadhav
US military seizing Strait of Hormuz next? Iran’s port alert issued

    US military seizing Strait of Hormuz next? Iran’s port alert issued

    The United States military has issued a major warning to civilians near Iranian ports along the Strait of Hormuz, saying safety cannot be guaranteed as military operations intensify in the region. US Central Command warned that Iranian naval forces are using civilian ports to conduct military activities, potentially making those facilities legitimate military targets under international law. Dockworkers, port personnel, and commercial ship crews have been urged to avoid Iranian naval vessels and military equipment.

    12 March,2026 01:45 AM IST
    Iran denies reports of Mojtaba Khamenei being injured in strikes

    Iran denies reports of Mojtaba Khamenei being injured in strikes

    Earlier, a report by The New York Times had suggested that Khamenei had been injured and had avoided public appearances for security reasons

    11 March,2026 04:37 PM IST | Tehran | mid-day online correspondent

    Dubai airport targeted in drone strike amid escalating West Asia conflict

    Two Iranian drones struck near Dubai International Airport on Wednesday, injuring four people, including an Indian national. Authorities said the injuries were minor to moderate and confirmed that flight operations at the world’s busiest international airport continued despite the incident

    11 March,2026 02:30 PM IST | Dubai | mid-day online correspondent

    Iran blames US for energy route disruptions amid West Asia conflict

    According to the Iranian foreign ministry’s readout of the call, Araghchi held the United States responsible for the disruptions in the flow of oil and gas shipments through the Strait of Hormuz

    11 March,2026 02:03 PM IST | New Delhi | mid-day online correspondent
    Strictest punishment for blast perpetrators; will send message to world: Shah

    Strictest punishment for blast perpetrators; will send message to world: Shah

    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

    13 November,2025 09:36 PM IST | Ahmedabad | mid-day online correspondent

    CM opens Pune double-deck flyover

    Move to ease traffic congestion near Pune University, along Ganeshkhind Road

    20 August,2025 10:17 PM IST | Pune | Archana Dahiwal

    Happy Krishna Janmashtami: Messages and Wishes to share with family

    Janmashtami, which commemorates the birth of Lord Krishna, on the occasion, here are some of the best messages and wishes you can share this Janmashtami with your family and friends-

    05 August,2025 11:36 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
    Bookstores and beyond

    Bookstores and beyond

    The city falls woefully short of public spaces to read and consume literature. Sutradhaars Sir Pheroze and Lady Flora wonder if this can be addressed in a metropolis where time and space matter most

    10 March,2026 07:42 AM IST | Mumbai | Fiona Fernandez
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