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A man with a criminal record, facing three cases including murder, allegedly shot his wife dead outside their home in Jhajjar, Haryana. Police suspect a domestic dispute led to the fatal shooting of eight bullets. The accused, Sanjay, fled the scene and remains at large despite extensive manhunt operations. Investigations are ongoing, with authorities reviewing CCTV footage and conducting raids.
Ayesha Khan, who has been basking in the success of Shararat song from Dhurandhar, has candidly addressed the dark side of being a woman in the public eye — from daily online sexualisation to actual threats of sexual violence and an attempted rape in her life.
Bengaluru and Karnataka are facing unusually harsh early summer conditions with soaring temperatures and extreme UV radiation levels. Weather experts warn of significant health risks, including sunburn, eye damage, and heat-related illnesses, especially for vulnerable groups. Precautions like protective clothing and avoiding peak sun hours are strongly advised.
Holi 2026 is here, falling on Wednesday, March 4th, promising a mid-week celebration of colors. The article provides a comprehensive guide to Holi wishes, messages, quotes, and status updates tailored for family, friends, and colleagues, ensuring everyone can share the festive spirit.
Families in Delhi are celebrating Holi and Eid with renewed joy after reuniting with relatives who returned from West Asia amid escalating tensions. Passengers arriving at IGI Airport expressed relief at being back in India, emphasizing the safety of their homeland after experiencing a tense but manageable situation abroad.
A speeding sleeper bus collided with a van carrying 13 passengers on the Yamuna Expressway, resulting in six fatalities, including two couples. The victims were en route to Rajasthan to celebrate Holi. Police have arrested the bus driver and conductor, with legal proceedings ongoing.
Delhi is set for a significant warm-up, with temperatures expected to climb from 34°C on Holi to 36°C by March 8. Clear skies and prolonged sunshine are driving this rise, as the city experiences a lack of western disturbances. Expect daytime temperatures to remain appreciably above normal for the next week.
India expresses deep anxiety over the escalating West Asia conflict, highlighting the critical stakes for nearly one crore Indian nationals in the Gulf and the potential economic repercussions. The Ministry of External Affairs strongly condemned attacks on merchant shipping, noting the loss of Indian lives and emphasizing the need for restraint and dialogue.
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India is actively working to repatriate thousands of its citizens stranded in West Asian countries like the UAE and Qatar. The government is utilizing a combination of charter and scheduled flights, with airlines warned against fare hikes. This effort follows a high-level review of the West Asia crisis.
Thirty-eight Indian-flagged ships, carrying crude and LNG with nearly 1,100 seafarers, are stranded in the Persian Gulf due to the West Asia conflict. Three Indian sailors died and one was injured on foreign-flagged vessels in recent attacks off Oman. Shipping authorities are prioritizing seafarer safety and maritime asset security.
Indian Youth Congress president Uday Bhanu Chib has been released from Tihar jail after being granted bail. He asserted that the Congress and its youth wing will continue their opposition to the India-US deal, claiming it harms farmers. Chib was arrested for his alleged role in a protest at Bharat Mandapam.