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15 Mar

Kejriwal and Sisodia Move Supreme Court to Transfer Excise Case Bench

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsIndiaArvind Kejriwal, Delhi Excise Policy, Justice Swarana Kanta Sharma, Manish Sisodia, Supreme Court of India

New Delhi (Gurpreet Singh): Following the Delhi High Court's refusal to administratively transfer the CBI’s excise policy case, AAP leaders Arvind Kejriwal and Manish Sisodia filed a writ petition in the Supreme Court on Sunday, March 15, 2026. The petition, filed under Article 32, seeks to move the matter away from the bench of Justice Swarana Kanta Sharma. The AAP leadership has cited a "grave and bona fide apprehension" that they will not receive a neutral hearing, pointing to the judge's past rulings and her initial observations in the current revision plea. The legal standoff centers on the CBI's challenge…

15 Mar

Election Commission Sounds Poll Bugle for 2026 Assembly Elections; Five States Set for High-Stakes Battle; Dates Announced

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsIndiaAssam Polls, Election 2026, Gyanesh Kumar, Kerala Elections, Poll Schedule, Tamil Nadu, West Bengal

New Delhi (Gurpreet Singh): The Election Commission of India (ECI) has officially declared the schedule for the 2026 Assembly Elections across West Bengal, Tamil Nadu, Kerala, Assam, and the Union Territory of Puducherry. During a high-stakes press conference on Sunday evening, Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) Gyanesh Kumar outlined a comprehensive timeline covering 824 constituencies, with the counting of votes for all regions scheduled for May 4, 2026. The electoral process kicks off on April 9 with single-phase polling in Assam, Kerala, and Puducherry. Tamil Nadu will cast its ballots in a single phase on April 23, while West Bengal will…

15 Mar

Delhi-NCR Restaurants Allowed Temporary Use of Wood and Coal in Tandoors Amid LPG Gas Shortage

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndiaBig news, Delhi, Log Crisis, NCR News

Rajeev Sharma :- Amid an ongoing shortage of LPG and natural gas supplies, authorities have granted temporary relief to restaurants and hotels across Delhi and the National Capital Region, allowing them to use wood and coal in traditional tandoors for cooking. The relaxation aims to ensure that food businesses continue operating smoothly despite disruptions in gas availability. Officials said the decision was taken after reviewing the situation with concerned ministries and gas distribution agencies, as many establishments were facing operational difficulties due to limited fuel supply. The move comes in the backdrop of global energy supply disruptions and the Centre’s…

15 Mar

NHAI to Revise FASTag Annual Pass Fee from 1st April 2026 for FY 2026–27

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New Delhi (Gurpreet Singh): National Highways Authority of India has announced the revision of the applicable fee for the FASTag Annual Pass from the current Rs. 3,000 to Rs. 3,075 for the Financial Year 2026–27. The increased fee will be applicable from 1st April 2026. The revision in the fee has been carried out in accordance with the provisions of the National Highways Fee (Determination of Rates and Collection) Rules, 2008. With over 56 lakh users, the adoption of the FASTag Annual Pass has been growing among private vehicle owners. The revised rate will be applicable for eligible non-commercial vehicles with a valid FASTag seeking to avail the Annual Pass facility at…

15 Mar

Infiltration Bid Foiled in Uri, Pakistani Militant Shot Dead in Joint Security Operation

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Srinagar (Gurpreet Singh): Security forces thwarted an attempted cross-border infiltration in the Uri sector of Jammu and Kashmir after a joint operation by the Indian Army and the Jammu and Kashmir Police led to the killing of a Pakistani militant. Officials said the operation was launched late on the night of March 14–15 following intelligence inputs about a possible attempt by militants to enter Indian territory through the Line of Control. According to the Srinagar-based Chinar Corps, troops moved into the Buchhar area of Uri after receiving the information and set up an ambush to intercept the suspected infiltrator. During…

14 Mar

Army JCO Sacrifices Life During Anti-Terror Operation in Poonch

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsIndiaIndian Army Martyr, Operation Sheri Kalan, Poonch Operation, Subedar Sandeep Kumar Dhaka, White Knight Corps

Poonch (Gurpreet Singh): A Junior Commissioned Officer (JCO) of the Indian Army made the supreme sacrifice on Saturday after a tragic accident during an ongoing anti-terrorist mission in Jammu and Kashmir’s Poonch district. The soldier, identified as Subedar Sandeep Kumar Dhaka, lost his life after sustaining fatal injuries from a fall in the region's notoriously difficult terrain. According to an official statement from the Army’s White Knight Corps, the incident occurred at approximately 2:30 pm during "Operation Sheri Kalan." Subedar Dhaka was part of a team navigating the rugged and challenging landscape of the general area in Poonch when he…

14 Mar

Supreme Court Orders Nationwide Audit of Illegal Encroachments Along River Ganga

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsIndiaEnvironmental Protection, Illegal Encroachments, NMCGA, River Ganga, Supreme Court India

New Delhi (Gurpreet Singh): The Supreme Court of India has expressed "serious concern" over the widespread illegal encroachments along the banks of the River Ganga and has directed the National Mission for Clean Ganga Authority (NMCGA) to submit a comprehensive report on the current status. The Bench, comprising Justice JB Pardiwala and Justice KV Viswanathan, issued this directive on March 12, 2026, after reviewing an older affidavit that highlighted massive, unauthorized structures across the river's plains and periphery. The scope of this investigation is vast, as the Ganga basin extends across several states and Union Territories. The court has specifically…

14 Mar

Andaman and Nicobar Police Destroy Rs 36,000 Crore Worth of Methamphetamine in Historic Operation

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsIndiaAndaman and Nicobar Police, DGP Hargobinder Singh Dhaliwal, Drug Disposal, Methamphetamine Seizure

New Delhi (Gurpreet Singh): In what is being hailed as one of the largest drug destruction operations in India’s history, the Andaman and Nicobar Police successfully disposed of over 6,000 kg of methamphetamine. The operation, which concluded on Thursday, March 12, 2026, involved the phased destruction of a massive haul estimated to be worth approximately ₹36,000 crore in the international market. The process was carried out over nine months at the incineration facility of INHS Dhanvantri at Minnie Bay. The contraband originated from a major anti-narcotics operation conducted by the Indian Coast Guard on November 23, 2024. During that operation,…

14 Mar

IndiGo Suspends Flights to Seven Middle East Destinations; Air India Ramps Up Special Ops

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsIndiaAir India Special Flights, Flight Evacuation, IndiGo Middle East Suspension, West Asia Conflict

New Delhi (Gurpreet Singh)— In response to the escalating conflict in West Asia, India’s largest carrier, IndiGo, announced on Saturday, March 14, 2026, that it will suspend all planned operations to seven key Middle East destinations until at least March 28. The suspension covers flights to Doha, Kuwait, Bahrain, Dammam, Fujairah, Ras Al Khaimah, and Sharjah. The airline cited a combination of geopolitical risks, airspace restrictions, and a sharp rise in fuel and insurance costs as primary reasons for the network adjustment. Despite these suspensions, IndiGo plans to maintain essential connectivity by operating 252 weekly flights to other parts of…

14 Mar

Traffic advisory issued as Mohali prepares for Karan Aujla live show

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsIndia, PunjabAdvisory Issued, Concert, Karan Aujla, Mohali, Punjabi singer

Gurpreet Singh :- Elaborate security and traffic arrangements have been put in place in Mohali ahead of Punjabi singer Karan Aujla’s concert scheduled for Saturday evening at the Punjab Cricket Association Stadium. The district administration has issued a traffic advisory, announcing restrictions on several roads around the venue to ensure smooth conduct of the event. According to officials, roads leading to Phase 10, Sector 65 and the route towards Mohali Railway Station will remain closed for the duration of the programme. Only emergency and authorised vehicles will be allowed to pass through these routes, while the public has been advised…