March 15, 2026 8:43 PM

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IMD warns of heavy rainfall, thunderstorms in Sikkim till 17 March

Parts of Sikkim are experiencing strong winds, heavy rainfall and hailstorms. Several areas witnessed intense rain accompanied by hailstones, leading to difficult travel conditions and temporary power disruptions in some places.   The India Meteorological Department, Gangtok, issued a special weathe...

March 15, 2026 8:18 PM

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US and China officials launch new round of trade talks

Top officials from the United States and China today launched ⁠a new round of trade talks before a summit ⁠between their Presidents, Donald Trump and Xi Jinping, expected to be held in Beijing later this ⁠month. US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent met Chinese Vice Premier He Lifeng today at the Pari...

March 15, 2026 8:20 PM

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Government invites nominations and recommendations for Padma Awards 2027

The Government has invited nominations and recommendations for the Padma Awards 2027. In a statement, the Ministry of Home Affairs informed that the Padma Awards will be announced on the occasion of Republic Day next year. The last date for nominations for the Padma Awards is 31st July. The nominati...

March 15, 2026 5:14 PM

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SC directs Centre to submit report on illegal constructions along Ganga

The Supreme Court has directed the Centre to submit a comprehensive report on illegal constructions along the banks and flood plains of the Ganga river and inform about the steps taken to remove encroachments. A bench comprising Justices JB Pardiwala and KV Viswanathan asked the Union government to ...