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Sabarimala review: Devaswom Board questions ‘essential practices’ doctrine before SC

IANS | March 24, 2026 11:52 AM

New Delhi, March 24 (IANS) Ahead of the commencement of hearings before a nine-judge Constitution Bench in the Sabarimala review matter, written submissions filed on behalf of the Travancore Devaswom Board have urged the Supreme Court to adopt a “community-centric and subjective” understanding of religion under Article 25 of the Constitution, cautioning against judicial reinterpretation of religious beliefs and practices.

Security agencies flag terror, disinformation threat ahead of Tamil Nadu, Kerala polls

Vicky Nanjappa | March 24, 2026 11:47 AM

New Delhi, March 24 (IANS) The security agencies are closely monitoring online chatter by terror operatives and their sympathisers as the states of Tamil Nadu and Kerala get ready for elections.

Maharashtra: Sopara Hospital sets benchmark in providing free healthcare under Ayushman Bharat scheme

IANS | March 24, 2026 11:34 AM

New Delhi, March 24 (IANS) The Ayushman Bharat (Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana) continues to bring relief to millions of low-income families across India, providing free treatment for serious illnesses and easing financial burdens. In Nala Sopara West, Sopara Hospital, managed by the Vasai-Virar Municipal Corporation, has emerged as a model facility, offering completely free and quality healthcare services to Ayushman cardholders.

Delhi Police bust family-run burglary racket, solve seven cases

IANS | March 24, 2026 11:11 AM

New Delhi, March 24 (IANS) The Delhi Police on Tuesday claimed to have solved seven cases of burglary and house theft with the arrest of three accused, a brother, his sister, and his wife who were allegedly involved in a series of daytime burglaries in South Delhi’s Mehrauli area.

Balloon with Pakistani markings recovered in Rajasthan's Sri Ganganagar, probe on

IANS | March 24, 2026 11:07 AM

Jaipur, March 24 (IANS) A balloon bearing the logo of Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) was recovered from a border village in Sri Ganganagar district of Rajasthan on Tuesday, prompting authorities to launch an investigation into its origin.

Talha Saeed emerges as ISI begins Lashkar leadership shift; old guard loses relevance

Vicky Nanjappa | March 24, 2026 10:59 AM

New Delhi, March 24 (IANS) The ISI is working on a plan to change the leadership in the Lashkar-e-Taiba as the demand for younger faces has been growing. Hafiz Saeed has been instructed to take a back seat owing to his age.

'Brave hearts guard dense Eastern terrains': HM Shah, Northeast CMs on Assam Rifles' Raising Day

IANS | March 24, 2026 10:37 AM

New Delhi, March 24 (IANS) Union Home Minister Amit Shah and Chief Ministers of several Northeastern states extended warm greetings to the Assam Rifles on its 191st Raising Day, praising the force for its courage, professionalism, and steadfast commitment to safeguarding the borders and maintaining peace in the region.

Govt intensifies regulatory surveillance against GLP-1 based weight loss drugs

IANS | March 24, 2026 10:15 AM

New Delhi, March 24 (IANS) Amid serious concerns over recent introduction of multiple generic variants of GLP-1 based weight loss drugs in the Indian market, the government on Tuesday said it has intensified regulatory surveillance against the drug’s unauthorised sale and promotion.

NHRC flags denial of life insurance to hearing and speech impaired, seeks IRDAI response

IANS | March 24, 2026 10:05 AM

New Delhi, March 24 (IANS) The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has taken cognisance of a complaint alleging that persons with hearing and speech disabilities are being denied access to life insurance benefits due to the refusal of insurance companies to extend coverage to them.

May Maa Katyayani infuse her devotees with immense strength: PM Modi

IANS | March 24, 2026 8:36 AM

New Delhi, March 24 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday extended greetings to the countrymen on the sixth day of Chaitra Navratri, which is dedicated to Goddess Katyayani.

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Sabarimala review: Devaswom Board questions ‘essential practices’ doctrine before SC

Security agencies flag terror, disinformation threat ahead of Tamil Nadu, Kerala polls

Maharashtra: Sopara Hospital sets benchmark in providing free healthcare under Ayushman Bharat scheme

Delhi Police bust family-run burglary racket, solve seven cases

Balloon with Pakistani markings recovered in Rajasthan's Sri Ganganagar, probe on

Talha Saeed emerges as ISI begins Lashkar leadership shift; old guard loses relevance

'Brave hearts guard dense Eastern terrains': HM Shah, Northeast CMs on Assam Rifles' Raising Day

Govt intensifies regulatory surveillance against GLP-1 based weight loss drugs

NHRC flags denial of life insurance to hearing and speech impaired, seeks IRDAI response

May Maa Katyayani infuse her devotees with immense strength: PM Modi

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