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March 29, 2026 8:45 PM

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Congress releases list of 284 candidates for West Bengal Assembly elections

The Congress has released the list of 284 candidates for the upcoming Assembly Elections in West Bengal. The party has nominated former MP Adhir Ranjan Chowdhury from Baharampur, Pradip Prasad from Bhabanipur, former MP Mausam Noor from Malatipur, S K Jariatul Hossain from Nandigram, Shubhashish Bha...

March 29, 2026 8:14 PM

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Chhattisgarh: One Maoist Killed in encounter in Sukma district

In Chhattisgarh, one Maoist was killed in an encounter with security forces in the Polampalli police station area of Sukma district today. During a search of the site, the body of the Maoist, along with weapons, was recovered.   The Maoist was involved in several cases, including IED blasts and murd...

March 29, 2026 5:27 PM

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Vijay’s Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam debuts in Tamil Nadu Assembly elections

In Tamil Nadu, Tamilaga Ventri Kazhagam, founded by Actor Politician Vijay, is making its debut in the State Assembly elections. Vijay released the first set of candidates and introduced the contestants who will enter the fray for the first time, including him, who will be contesting two seats, Pera...

March 29, 2026 2:02 PM

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Palm Sunday observed with devotion across Keralam, marks start of Holy Week

Palm Sunday was observed with devotion across Keralam today, marking the beginning of Holy Week. Special prayers and processions were held in churches. Devotees carried leaves, symbolising the entry of Jesus Christ into Jerusalem. Palm Sunday marks the start of Easter observances, leading up to Good...

March 29, 2026 1:27 PM

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Fresh Snowfall in Kashmir shuts Srinagar–Leh highway and Bandipora–Gurez road

Fresh snowfall in many areas of the higher reaches of Kashmir has led to the closure of two national highways, while rains lashed the plains of the valley.   The meteorological department today said that, under the influence of a western disturbance, the higher reaches, including Gulmarg, Pahalgam, ...

March 29, 2026 1:11 PM

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Former Raymond chairman Vijaypat Singhania dies in Mumbai at 87

Former Raymond chairman Vijaypat Singhania died in Mumbai yesterday evening, his family said. He was 87. His son, Gautam Singhania, the group's current chairman and managing director, announced the death on the microblogging platform 'X'.   His last rites will be performed today. Vijaypat Singh...

March 29, 2026 1:09 PM

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Palm Sunday celebrated with religious fervour across Mizoram

Palm Sunday was celebrated in all parts of Mizoram with religious fervour on Sunday to commemorate the triumphal entry of Jesus Christ to Jerusalem ahead of his crucifixion.   Children of different churches held Palm Sunday processions in the early morning. They came out to the streets in towns and ...

March 29, 2026 11:14 AM

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi extends wishes for Madhavpur Mela in Gujarat

Prime Minister Narendra Modi today extended his wishes for the ongoing Madhavpur Mela being held in Porbandar district of Gujarat. In a social media post, the Prime Minister said that the vibrant celebration highlights the nation's glorious cultural heritage and reinforces the timeless cultural bond...