Gunfight breaks out between terrorists, security forces in Jammu and Kashmir’s Kathua

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Jammu: A gunfight broke out Sunday after security forces intercepted a group of terrorists who had infiltrated and taken shelter in a dense nursery near the International Border in Kathua district of Jammu and Kashmir, officials said. The encounter started when the Special Operations Group of Jammu and Kashmir Police launched a search operation in the nursery in Sanyal village, one-and-a-half kilometres from the border in Hiranagar sector, after receiving information...

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Palestinian death toll in Gaza’s war passes 50,000 as Israel expands new airstrikes

Suspected Palestinian gunman kills an Israeli, wounds another in latest attack in occupied West Bank

Deir Al-Balah (Gaza Strip): More than 50,000 Palestinians have now been killed in the war between Israel and Hamas in Gaza, the territory's Health Ministry said Sunday, as new Israeli airstrikes killed at least 26 Palestinians overnight, including a Hamas political leader and several women and children. Israel's military also sent ground troops into part of the southern city of Rafah as thousands of Palestinians fled after new evacuation orders. Israel...

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AIMPLB announces nationwide agitation against Waqf Bill

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New Delhi: The All India Muslim Personal Law Board (AIMPLB) Sunday announced a nationwide agitation against the Waqf (Amendment) Bill, 2024, with large sit-ins planned in front of the state assemblies in Patna and Vijayawada March 26 and 29, respectively, as part of the first phase of the protest. AIMPLB spokesperson SQR Ilyas said leaders from JD(U), RJD, Congress and Lok Janshakti Party, including Chief Minister Nitish Kumar, have been invited...

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Sambhal violence: Mosque chief held, brother says arrest to prevent testimony before judicial panel

Sambhal: Shahi Jama Masjid management committee president Zafar Ali was arrested Sunday after being questioned in connection with the November 24 violence during a protest against a court-ordered survey of the Mughal-era mosque. Superintendent of Police Krishan Kumar Bishnoi told reporters, "Today, Jama Masjid's Zafar Ali has been arrested and sent to jail. He was also detained and questioned late last night before being released." "He was called again for questioning...

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Odisha weather: IMD says thunderstorms likely to lash these six districts

Bhubaneswar: The India Meteorological Department (IMD) forecast thunderstorms in several districts of Odisha Monday. According to the Bhubaneswar centre of the IMD, thunderstorms with lightning are expected in Balasore, Bhadrak, Jajpur, Kendrapada, Cuttack, and Jagatsinghpur districts. In its Sunday evening bulletin, the weather office said light rain is likely in the coastal districts. On Saturday, light to...

Cash row: In-house inquiry procedure enters crucial second stage; could lead to serious consequences for judge if misconduct proved

New Delhi: With Chief Justice of India Sanjiv Khanna constituting a three-member panel to probe the discovery of "four to five semi-burnt sacks" of Indian currency notes after a fire incident at the residence of Delhi High Court judge Yashwant Varma, the in-house procedure has entered the crucial second-stage whose findings will decide the fate of the...

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Odissi dancers perform at Bhanja Kala Mandap in Bhubaneswar   Carcade rehearsal underway ahead of President Droupadi Murmu's Odisha visit   Utkala Photography Foundation organises photography and art exhibition 'Chitrabarnali 2025' at Bhubaneswar's Lalit Kala Akademi   27th National Kalinga Natya Mahotsav: Theatre artists perform at Bhubaneswar's Rabindra Mandap  

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Noor Ahmad makes dream debut for CSK as MI struggle to 155/9

Chennai: Afghanistan mystery spinner Noor Ahmad made a memorable debut for Chennai Super Kings as his four-wicket haul limited Mumbai Indians to a below-par 155/9 in the Indian Premier League in Chennai Sunday. Ahmad (4/18) ran through the Mumbai Indians middle-order after Khaleel Ahmed (3/29) removed openers Rohit Sharma (0 off 4) and Ryan Rickelton (13 off...

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AIMPLB announces nationwide agitation against Waqf Bill

New Delhi: The All India Muslim Personal Law Board (AIMPLB) Sunday announced a nationwide agitation against the Waqf (Amendment) Bill, 2024, with large sit-ins planned in front of the state assemblies in Patna and Vijayawada March 26 and 29, respectively, as part of the first phase of the protest. AIMPLB spokesperson SQR Ilyas said leaders from JD(U),...

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President Droupadi Murmu to visit Odisha Monday

New Delhi/Bhubaneswar: President Droupadi Murmu will visit Odisha and Chhattisgarh March 24 to attend official functions, the Rashtrapati Bhavan said Sunday. Murmu will grace the silver jubilee of the Chhattisgarh Legislative Assembly in Raipur Monday, the Rashtrapati Bhavan said in a statement. "Tomorrow, she will also attend the foundation day ceremony of Bharatiya Biswabasu Shabar Samaj at...

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Watch viral video: Bengaluru roads covered in mysterious white foam after rains

Bengaluru: After enduring weeks of sweltering heat, Bengaluru finally received much-needed relief as heavy rains and thunderstorms drenched the city Saturday. Strong winds and intense showers brought a cool change, but along with it came an unusual sight—certain roads were mysteriously covered in thick white foam, leaving residents puzzled. Viral video sparks curiosity A video capturing this...

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