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03 Mar

Ram Mandir Among Key UP Temples Shut During Lunar Eclipse Observances

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsIndia, TrendingRam Mandir

Uttar Pradesh (Gurpreet Singh): The Ram temple in Ayodhya, along with other major temples in Uttar Pradesh, including Kashi Vishwanath temple, Shri Krishna Janmabhoomi temple, and Vindhyavasini temple, remained closed on Tuesday in observance of the lunar eclipse. The temples are expected to reopen in the evening after the rituals marking the eclipse period are completed. Temple authorities at Kashi Vishwanath said the lunar eclipse will be observable in India from 3.27 pm to 6.47 pm. In keeping with religious traditions, the period preceding and during the eclipse, known as ‘Sutak Kaal,’ is considered inauspicious, and normal worship, including darshan,…

03 Mar

Delhi Police Nab Alleged Conspirator in Attack on Advocate Connected to Bishnoi

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Delhi (Gurpreet Singh): A key suspect has been taken into custody in connection with the recent gunfire incident targeting advocate Deepak Khatri, who has represented jailed gangster Lawrence Bishnoi in legal matters. The shooting occurred last week near the Marghat Wale Hanuman Temple in the vicinity of the Kashmere Gate ISBT in north Delhi. According to investigators, assailants fired multiple shots at a car carrying Khatri and his associates late at night before fleeing the scene. Police on Tuesday identified the arrested individual as Rohit Solanki, describing him as a central figure in orchestrating and executing the attack. Officials said…

02 Mar

Meghalaya to Witness Rare ‘Blood Moon’ as Total Lunar Eclipse Graces Skies Tomorrow

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsIndia, TrendingAstronomy, Blood Moon, IMD, Lunar Eclipse, Meghalaya, Shillong, Totality

Shillong (Gurpreet Singh): Residents across Meghalaya are preparing for a spectacular celestial event on Tuesday evening, March 3, 2026, as a total lunar eclipse often referred to as a "Blood Moon" will be visible in the region. Astronomers and the India Meteorological Department (IMD) have confirmed that the northeastern states, including Meghalaya, are among the best locations in India to witness the final stages of this rare phenomenon. According to IMD officials, the moon is expected to rise in Shillong at approximately 5:23 PM, while the totality phase- the period when the moon is completely covered by Earth's darkest shadow…

02 Mar

IndiGo to Launch 10 Special Relief Flights from Jeddah Tomorrow to Evacuate Stranded Indians

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsIndia, World NewsAviation, Civil, Evacuation, Flights, India, IndiGo, Jeddah, Ministry, Passengers, relief, Stranded

New Delhi (Gurpreet Singh): The Ministry of Civil Aviation on Monday, March 2, 2026, announced that IndiGo will operate 10 special relief flights from Jeddah to India on Tuesday, March 3, to assist passengers stranded by the intensifying conflict in West Asia. This major evacuation effort comes after a weekend of massive flight cancellations caused by the closure of critical airspaces across the Middle East. The Ministry confirmed that these operations are being conducted in close coordination with the Consulate General of India in Jeddah to prioritize the safe return of Indian nationals. While the relief mission is a high…

02 Mar

India and Canada Sign Terms of Reference for Ambitious Trade Pact; Target $50 Billion Bilateral Trade by 2030

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsCanada, IndiaHyderabad House, India-Canada CEPA, Mark Carney, Narendra Modi, Piyush Goyal, Trade Pact, Trade Target

New Delhi/Ottawa (Gurpreet Singh/Rajeev Sharma)— In a move designed to reset and revolutionize economic ties, India and Canada officially launched negotiations for a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) on Monday, March 2, 2026. The Terms of Reference (ToR) for the landmark agreement were signed by Indian Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal and Canadian International Trade Minister Maninder Sidhu at Hyderabad House. The exchange took place in the presence of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney, marking a significant milestone in the first official visit by the Canadian leader to the Indian capital. During the high-profile ceremony, Prime…

02 Mar

New Delhi, Ottawa Reignite Ties With Major Energy Accord and 2030 Trade Vision

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsCanada, India, TrendingCanada, India

New Delhi (Rajeev Sharma): India and Canada on Monday outlined a sweeping blueprint to elevate their partnership, sealing a multi-billion-dollar uranium supply agreement and committing to expand annual trade to $50 billion by the end of the decade. Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney held extensive discussions in New Delhi, describing the outcome as the start of a renewed and forward-looking chapter in bilateral relations. Uranium Deal to Power Civil Nuclear Expansion A centrepiece of the talks was a $2.6 billion arrangement under which Canada will supply uranium to fuel India’s civilian nuclear reactors. The agreement…

02 Mar

Centre Issues Advisory to States Over Possible Unrest Linked to Iran Situation

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Rajeev Sharma :- The Central Government has written to all states regarding developments related to Iran, warning of the possibility of violence during potential protests and urging state administrations to maintain a high level of vigilance. In a letter circulated on February 28, the Union Ministry of Home Affairs cautioned that tensions arising from the Israel–US strikes on Iran could trigger law and order challenges in parts of India. The Ministry specifically asked states to identify “radical pro-Iran propagandists” allegedly delivering inflammatory speeches and to closely monitor any activities that could disturb public peace. Reports indicate that the advisory highlights…

02 Mar

Chandigarh on high alert after fresh bomb threat emails target passport offices, Sector 17 bus stand

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsIndia, PunjabBomb Threat, Chandigarh

Jatin Sharma :- In Chandigarh, several government departments have once again received bomb threat emails via Gmail, triggering heightened security concerns across the city. According to reports, the latest threats target the Passport Office in the Industrial Area, the Passport Office in Sector 34, the Mukherjee Office, and the Sector 17 Bus Stand. The threatening emails reportedly warned of plans to blow up these locations. Sources said that the police have immediately launched an investigation into the matter. Multiple teams have been deployed to the identified locations to carry out thorough checks and ensure public safety.

02 Mar

India, Canada Set $50 Billion Trade Target by 2030; Leaders Push for Comprehensive Economic Pact

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsCanada, India

Rajeev Sharma :- Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Canadian Prime Minister Mark J. Carney on Monday announced an ambitious target to elevate bilateral trade to USD 50 billion by 2030, signalling a renewed push to deepen economic engagement between the two nations. Speaking during a joint press statement in New Delhi following bilateral talks at Hyderabad House, Prime Minister Modi said both countries are committed to unlocking the full potential of their economic partnership. He confirmed that New Delhi and Ottawa have agreed to work toward finalising a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) in the near future. “Our objective is…

02 Mar

10 Million Indians in West Asia in Limbo as Conflict Deepens, Government Weighs Options

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndia, Trending, World NewsIran, Israel

New Delhi (Rajeev Sharma/Gurpreet Singh): The deepening confrontation involving the United States, Israel and Iran has placed India before a formidable challenge: protecting an estimated 10 million citizens spread across West Asia. With air routes disrupted and tensions rising across the Gulf, New Delhi is navigating a complex diplomatic and logistical landscape, even as no large-scale evacuation plan has been formally announced. In the past 24 hours, senior officials from Kuwait, Oman, Bahrain, Qatar, Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates have conveyed assurances regarding the well-being of Indian nationals residing in their territories. External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar has…