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SECI serves as an implementing agency for the development of Solar, Wind and Hybrid Projects as part of fulfilling the country’s Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs).

SECI is a Category-I (highest) Power Trading Licensee for trading power on Pan-India basis. It is the intermediary power procurer for projects being set up through SECI tenders.

SECI currently owns and operates Renewable Energy projects with a total capacity of 122.7 MW. The company seeks to expand its footprint in the Renewable Energy sector.

SECI offers Project Management Consultancy in Renewable Energy sector to Public Sector/Government entities, including Feasibility Studies, Bid process Management, Construction Monitoring and Management, Commissioning etc.

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ADB’s lending operations to India started in 1986, and the India Resident Mission was opened in 1992. The resident mission provides the primary operational link for activities between ADB and the government, the private sector, civil society stakeholders, and development partners. It engages in policy dialogue, country partnership strategy development and programming, and portfolio management, while also acting as a knowledge base on development issues in India.

In view of the recent attacks on writer Kancha Ilaiah, we are republishing his 1996 article which was published as a Commentary in on 15 Jun, 1996 in Vol. 31, Issue No. 24 of the EPW. On one hand the BJP defines SC, OBC castes as Hindus, and on the other by banning beef denies them their age-old food habits. If beef is banned it will he the beginning of the end of the country's multiculturalism.

Watch your anger, I am toldnot in hate nor blameWait for it to fully unfoldlet it stake its claim.Claim the hurt, it’s every foldtucked away in childhood’s name.Far into the deep and coldforgotten....

Works of the late leader continue to inspire and guide the State even today, the U.P. CM added

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday described Om Birla as an outstanding Member of Parliament and "excellent" Speaker of the Lok Sabha, praising him for functioning above party lines and carrying everyone along while presiding over the House.

According to experts, the current rate hike reflects a partial transmission of the impact caused by an energy supply crunch in West Asia.

In a historic event, 130 Maoist members surrendered with arms in Telangana, marking a significant decline of the People's Liberation Guerrilla Army.

Government of India press release: Chennai Divisional Level Dak Adalat to be held on March 18 at Egmore Postal Division

Government of India press release: Circle level pension Adalat for Postal Department pensioners

Chieftainship, which has been central to the sociopolitical life of the Zo ethnic tribes in the Indo-Burma borderlands since precolonial times, features in all colonial writings on the Zo tribes, but there has been no major independent study of the institution. Analysing the impact of colonial rule on Zo chieftainship, the paper shows that colonial rule while hollowing out the core attributes of Zo chieftainship, entrenched landownership systems and economic power in favour of the chiefs within

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Saudi Arabia has stepped up direct engagement with Iran to try and contain a war in the Middle East that is causing havoc and stressing global markets, according to several European officials.

The event, called ‘2026 Dosti ki Iftar’ and being organised by the Deeniyat Muallima College (located in Santragachi, across the river from Kolkata) and the city-based initiative Know Your Neighbour, intends to “provide a space for women to exchanges their views, and break myths and stereotypes”.

The ₹3.32 lakh-crore budget has been approved in the Assembly, but a concerted effort is needed to spend every single rupee judiciously, says Naidu

Karnataka pins hopes on raising its own tax revenue and increasing borrowing to push capital expenditure

Days before the schedule for the Bengal assembly polls, CV Ananda Bose resigned on Thursday evening, sending political ripples across the state.

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar says the era of few powers shaping global order is over and multipolarity is here to stay

Massive protests by members of the Bajrang Dal and Vishwa Hindu Parishad rocked the area on Friday, blocking traffic for several hours.

The price of domestic LPG cylinders has been increased with effect from Saturday, March 7, with the cost of a 14.2-kg household cooking gas cylinder rising by Rs 60 across the country, according to sources.

A future cut short: IAF pilot killed in Su-30 crash was days from wedding

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Experts highlight gaps in access to treatment despite advances in breast cancer care

The court acquitted the Dera chief more than seven years after he was convicted and sentenced to life imprisonment

Experts have previously pointed out that successive governments have highlighted even usual development projects in backward regions, such as Kalyana Karnataka, as special development projects

Jimmy Wales says AI can contribute by making translations better but warns that “even a good machine translation” can fall short of expectations if “cultural questions” are not addressed

The dispute started on Holi after coloured water from a balloon accidentally splashed on a woman from another family.

The Ministry of Civil Aviation is closely monitoring the evolving situation in West Asia that is affecting air travel between India and the region, according to an official statement.

India Post GDS Result 2026 (OUT) Live: Candidates shortlisted in the merit list will be called for physical verification of original documents. Final selection will be confirmed only after successful document verification.

UPSC CSE Final Result Top Ranks 2025: Of the 958 successful candidates, 317 belong to the General category, 104 to the Economically Weaker Sections (EWS), 306 to the Other Backward Classes (OBC), and 73 to the Scheduled Tribes (ST) category.

Dharali sits on the banks of the Bhagirathi River, just below where a smaller glacier-fed stream, the Khir Gad, rushes down from the Srikanta Glacier.

CBSE Board Exams 2026 LIVE: The Class 10 Social Science exam will be held from 10:30 AM to 1:30 PM, while the Class 12 Yoga exam is scheduled from 10:30 AM to 12:30 PM.

At Squadron Leader Anuj Vashisht's home, preparations were underway for his wedding. Then came a call on Friday afternoon that changed a time of celebration into that of mourning.

The price of domestic LPG cylinders has been increased with effect from Saturday, March 7, with the cost of a 14.2-kg household cooking gas cylinder rising by Rs 60 across the country, according to sources.

Officials said that the revision comes after a sharp jump in global energy prices since the military conflict began in West Asia.

India is conducting confined field trials for several genetically modified (GM) crops

ISRO study revealed the flood was triggered by the sudden collapse of an exposed ice patch within the nivation zone of the Srikanta Glacier.

The DGCA issued the aerodrome licence to Noida International Airport in Jewar. Developed in a PPP model, the airport is expected to be inaugurated by PM Narendra Modi.

Squadron Leader Anuj Vashisht, soon to be married, died in a Su-30 MKI crash in Assam. His family, unaware, was preparing for his wedding.

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has recorded temperature departures of 7°C to 12°C above the seasonal normal in several districts

Tensions rose in Delhi's Uttam Nagar after a 25-year-old man was beaten to death during a Holi clash. Security was tightened amid massive protests. Four arrested.

The Punjab and Haryana High Court on Saturday acquitted Dera Sacha Sauda Chief Gurmeet Ram Rahim Singh in a murder case.A Division Bench of Chief Justice Sheel Nagu and Justice Vikram Aggarwal overturned the trial court judgment convicting the self-styled Godman.The High Court, however, upheld the conviction and life sentence of three others in the case.Ram Rahim will continue to remain in jail as he is serving sentences in other cases.A special CBI court at Panchkula had convicted Ram Rahi

“We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal, that they are endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable Rights, that among these are Life, Liberty and the pursuit of Happiness.” These opening lines of the Declaration of Independence adopted on July 4, 1776 by the Philadelphia Congress have been the cornerstone of the American Constitution.174 years later, the Indian Constitution also opened with the Preamble, which assures that “We, The People of India…secure to

Government of India press release: PRESIDENT OF INDIA’S MESSAGE ON THE EVE OF INTERNATIONAL WOMEN’S DAY

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The woman was murdered following a relationship gone sour

NCP leader Rohit Pawar emphasised that if a prominent leader cannot get justice in Maharashtra, it is essential for the MPs and others opposing those in power to raise this matter in the Parliament

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi emphasised the importance of physical exercise for maintaining health and productivity

Special leave petition, filed by advocate Subhash Chandran K.R. for the rape survivor, takes exception to the “unwarranted adverse remarks” made in Kerala High Court order of February 12 imputing doubts on her character.

The price of domestic cooking gas was hiked by a steep ₹60 per cylinder as oil companies factored in increased energy prices in view of the West Asia conflict

Jaishankar, flagging social media debates over the incident, called for people to ‘understand the reality of the Indian Ocean’

The CEO on March 6 said this mapping process is expected to be completed within the next 15 days, and the target is fixed to achieve at least 95% mapping

Several police teams are continuously raiding various possible locations to arrest the accused, even as a formal notice has been issued to him to appear before the police immediately

Speaking about the BJP led government at the Centre, she said that the Union government is relying on the support of N Chandrababu Naidu and threatened to overthrow the government at the Centre if genuine electors are removed from voter list

Malnad College of Engineering, Hassan had appealed against a single judge’s direction to continuing their services till they attain superannuation as per AICTE regulations despite winding up the Automobile Engineering Department

Mr. Venkatesan pointed out that the impact is severe in Tamil Nadu, a major exporter of textiles, where the majority of units belong to MSMEs

Telangana districts with high agricultural usage recorded considerable increase in demand for electricity

The plaintiffs said the attacks occurred between 2017 and 2024, and attributed them to what they called ​foreign terrorist groups (”FTOs”)

The Centre on Saturday said that India continues to buy crude oil from any source offering the most competitive prices, as tensions prevail along the Strait of Hormuz route because of the Iran-US-Israel war.

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Saturday spoke about India's decision to allow an Iranian naval vessel to dock in Kochi amid the ongoing conflict in the Middle East, describing the ships as having been "caught on the wrong side of events".

59-year-old Dipali Das, an Assam resident who spent two years in detention after being declared a foreigner, has been granted Indian citizenship under the Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA).

Amit Shah promises BJP will form Uttarakhand government in 2027, citing development, jobs, UCC, and major infrastructure projects

A father in Jammu has been arrested for the tragic murder of his 10-year-old daughter, driven by a suspicion of her paternity.

According to Memraj, the victim's father, a group of people attacked his son, repeatedly hit his head and even threw a heavy slab on his chest.

Over the past ten years, the estimated warming rate has been around 0.35°C per decade, depending on the dataset, compared with just under 0.2°C per decade on average from 1970 to 2015

The IRIS Lavan docked at the Kochi port on March 4, the same day that a US submarine torpedoed IRIS Dena in the Indian Ocean, killing at least 87 of its crew.

Gen VP Malik says sinking of the Iranian IRIS Dena in Indian Ocean shows US no longer believes in consulting partners when using military forces in the region

The IRIS Lavan had earlier docked in Kochi after developing technical problems. Iran had approached India days before the IRIS Dena incident south of Sri Lanka.

Delhi Uttam Nagar clashes LIVE updates: To prevent tensions in Delhi's Uttam Nagar amid ongoing protests, security has been heightened to maintain law and order situation. Dwarka district DCP Kushal Pal Singh said that police have appealed people of both the communities to maintain peace and order.

In 2005-06, nearly nine out of every 10 kilometres of National Highways were two-lane or below. Today, one-third of the network is four-lane and above

Gudda Patel, recently released from jail for murdering his wife, allegedly killed a 16-year-old boy in Samanna village.

The Indian govt has maintained that its energy procurement decisions are driven only by market conditions and global developments, with the aim of safeguarding energy security.

The accused gave Rs 60,000 to his estranged wife and also bought her a new television using the stolen cash.

Air travel between India and Gulf nations resumes with limited flights.

The Madras High Court has held that installing solar panels on an industrial plot does not amount to using the land for "industrial purpose" for which it was allotted [Kems Vs SIPCOT].A Division Bench of Justices SM Subramaniam and K Surender made the observation while upholding the decision of State Industries Promotion Corporation of Tamil Nadu (SIPCOT) to reacquire land allotted to a company.The Court was hearing an appeal filed by the company, Kems Forging Ltd., against a single-judge order

Built in the late 1990s by a French enthusiast, the 700-seat open-air theatre in the Sinai Desert never screened a film and now stands as a haunting relic of an unrealised cinematic dream.

The Gaddar Telangana Film Awards 2025, organized by the Telangana government specially honored Chiranjeevi with NTR Award.

Revanth Reddy appealed to the top Maoist Muppala Laxman Rao alias Ganapati to surrender before the police along with other senior leaders who were now underground

It was observed that some unauthorized construction cases have remained pending for several months and even more than a year without issuing final orders or taking enforcement action: ACB

Because of its efficiency, many people have also been following the current Iran–Israel conflict through the Flightradar24 website

People's determined to keep Islamist radicals out of power than of the party's popularity, said Bangladeshi writer Taslima Nasrin

The controversy started after Badshah released the Haryanvi track “Tateeree” on his YouTube channel. Soon after the release several complaints were filed claiming the song contained obscene lyrics and inappropriate visuals

The 3-minute-25-second trailer starts with Singh returning with ferocious intensity in dual avatars, Jaskirat Singh Rangi and Hamza Ali Mazari.

Only around 40 per cent of India's crude imports pass through the Strait of Hormuz, while about 60 per cent are routed through other supply routes that remain unaffected, they said

Hydraa Commissioner AV Ranganath inspected the lake and reviewed the arrangements to be made for the programme.

On Friday, he attended an event in Kollam commemorating the centenary of a meeting between Mahatma Gandhi and Sree Narayana Guru

Even after the killing of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei and devastating blows against Iranian forces on land, at sea, and in the air, the crisis has ​quickly widened into a regional conflict that threatens a more prolonged U.S. military engagement with fallout beyond Trump’s control

The book is organised to give a panoramic view of the hot spots and major trends in world affairs

The price of domestic LPG cylinders has been increased with effect from Saturday, March 7

Subtitled Gender Upturned Tales from Bengal, this unique volume attempts to do the same in the Bengali universe

Amritha and Shruthimol have been working at ‘Ringoos Auto Works’ at Ponknnum town in Kottayam, owned by Sivadasan, their father-in-law, for over three years now

The board has cancelled Class 10 exams till March 11 and said the mode of declaration of results will be announced separately

From the latest available set of crime data in the NCRB’s 2023 Crime in India report, there were 180 reported cases of SCs being denied access to public spaces under the Prevention of Atrocities (SC/ST) Act across the country. Of these, 173 cases were reported in U.P. alone

Railway officials and staff rushed to the spot after receiving information and began assessing the situation

A couple of workers even jumped from the roof of the factory to save themselves, says the police

Duo likely to address a public meeting together in Bagdogra; RJD’s Rabri Devi says Nitish Kumar should not leave Bihar; Nishant Kumar meets JD(U) legislators on the eve of formally joining the party

Ministry of Power had projected 277 GW of peak power demand during the last summer, April 2025 onwards. Peak power demand in June 2025 was 242.77 GW

They have been accused of cheating Punjab National Bank and the erstwhile United Bank of India, since merged with PNB, causing a loss of over ₹1,085 crore, according to the FIR

An 18-member group from Assam, which travelled to Dubai on December 25, has reportedly been stranded there for the past 13 days and is facing serious financial difficulties.

Speaking at an event for the tribal community in north Bengal, President Droupadi Murmu questioned whether the development of tribals was taking place in the region.

The Madurai Bench of the Madras High Court has pushed for a symbolic puja at the hilltop Deepathoon pillar in Thirupparankundram, even as contempt proceedings continue over the alleged failure to implement earlier court orders.

The Supreme Court has been informed that the panel led by the Environment Secretary "completely suppressed" the opinion of the Forest Survey of India (FSI) while recommending the controversial 100-metre height definition for the Aravalli hills.

The President also questioned whether the area, which has a dominant tribal population, was witnessing any development.

CM Mamata Banerjee hit back at President: “I can welcome you if you come once a year, but if you come during elections, it won't be possible for me…"

Actor-turned-politician Vijay made the promises at his party TVK's International Women's Day event in Mamallapuram.

As many as 16 candidates from Jammu and Kashmir -- the joint highest ever from the region -- have qualified the UPSC examination.

CBSE postpones Class 12 board exams from March 9–11 amid the Iran-US-Israel conflict; board to review situation on March 10

Women must overcome fear, self-doubt for true empowerment: NCW chief

Union minister Hardeep Singh Puri has also sought to allay public concerns amid rising uncertainty about energy availability

Cereals, especially rice, fruits, vegetables, spices, meat, dairy and beverages are all likely to be affected if the war goes on for a longer period, it highlighted

The book is a commendable effort to lay out a balanced analysis of the Indian policy landscape in a style accessible to the general readers

We are also covering: Trailer release of Dhurandhar 2, flipkart layoffs and Ram Rahim Singh being acquitted in journalist's murder case.

The Current Affairs Quiz is a daily quiz based on the DAILY CURRENT AFFAIRS AND PIB SUMMARY from the previous day, as posted on our website. It covers all relevant news sources and is designed to test your knowledge of current events. Solving these questions will help you retain both concepts and facts relevant … Continue reading "UPSC Current Affairs Quiz : 6 March 2026" The post UPSC Current Affairs Quiz : 6 March 2026 appeared first on INSIGHTS IAS - Simplifying UPSC IAS Exam Pre

Over 52,000 Indians evacuated from Gulf as govt monitors Middle East situation

With reports of Iranian missile attacks on several Gulf cities, families of these workers in Srikakulam district are anxious. Mobile phones are their only means of checking the safety of loved ones.

The man, identified as L. Gautham from Krishna district, had been staying in Kambham for the past three months.

Locals say that once caught in these invisible swirls, even strong swimmers stand little chance of survival.

A "unanimous" decision has been taken to make Nishant the deputy CM in the new government to be formed upon Kumar's resignation

Studies in several markets have pointed to such pricing differences. One analysis of gender-specific products titled From Cradle to Cane: The Cost of Being a Female Consumer found that women's personal care items were about 13 per cent more expensive than men's versions on average.

Several players and their parents attended the press meet and voiced concern over the situation.

Nagalakshmi said that her husband had wished that their son should become an IAS officer. She said the wish has now been fulfilled.

Lakshmi Durga is the wife of Ananta Udaya Bhaskar, an MLC of the YSRC. Bhaskar has been accused of killing his former driver Subrahmanyam and later delivering the body.

The MROs have been asked to submit their explanations within 10 days.

Officials said arrangements are in place for the inauguration and that preparations are being closely monitored ahead of the Chief Minister’s visit.

The officer acknowledged the personal sacrifices involved — long hours, emotional strain and constant alertness. “But the ability to contribute to peace and stability makes those sacrifices meaningful,” she added.

From regularly walking out of the Assembly to raising issues over the appointment of Vice-Chancellors to State-run universities, Ravi and the DMK government led by Chief Minister M.K. Stalin were rarely on the same page

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Gulf Arab states have been taking the brunt of Iranian attacks in a war they didn’t start and never chose.

An emerging superpower should not remain a mute spectator to such violent incidents in its own region, says Mr. Gehlot; if we are the true protectors of the Indian Ocean, we must put our autonomy and safety of our guests above all else, he adds

For tribal and Dalit families stranded on a landmass within the vast Indravati reservoir in Odisha’s Kalahandi district, life remains in limbo. Satyasundar Barik travels to this remote, rarely visited region to examine how a project widely credited with ushering in prosperity has failed to positively transform the lives of the people there

The 53-year-old is one of the secretaries of the All India Congress Committee, and had been in charge of northeastern States such as Manipur and Nagaland

A five-member gang, including a second-year engineering student, has been arrested in Tamil Nadu's Coimbatore for allegedly robbing mobile phones, laptops, and cash from students living alone in private residences at knifepoint.

A Bahamas-flagged crude oil tanker was targeted by an Iranian remote-controlled boat laden with explosives while anchored near Iraq’s Khor al Zubair port.

Foreign secretary Vikram Misri visited the Iranian embassy on Thursday afternoon and signed the condolence book on behalf of the government.

Former diplomat Taranjit Singh Sandhu has been appointed as the new lieutenant governor of Delhi.

Upgraded Indian Culture portal launched, features AI-powered chatbot 'Bharti' to assist users

Meenambal Sivaraj was born on December 12, 1904, in Rangoon, in a family that placed great importance on education and service. One of her most significant contributions was her work with All India Scheduled Castes Federation founded by Ambedkar

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Lt. General (retired) Syed Ata Hasnain has been appointed to one of the country’s key constitutional positions, bringing with him decades of military leadership and public service.

Anurag Sharma filed his nomination papers for the Rajya Sabha elections scheduled to be held on March 16

It is stated that 15 ED teams carried out the raids early on March 6, 2026 morning

The linguist likens Special Intensive Revision to just one coach of a train

President of the State unit of Bharatiya Janata Party, Manmohan Samal; sitting BJP Rajya Sabha member, Sujeet Kumar; and hotelier and former Union Coal Minister, Dilip Ray, all backed by the saffron party, submitted their papers.

BJP is also signalling that its manifesto will promise a stronger welfare and development package for the state to counter the cash support schemes offered by the TMC government.

CUET PG 2026 Exam Begins: The postgraduate entrance exam is scheduled to be held from March 6 to March 27 in computer-based mode at designated centres nationwide.

The Su-30MKI was on a training mission and had gone missing shortly after taking off from the Jorhat airbase in Assam.

India will purchase crude oil from Russia, government sources told NDTV Friday morning, providing much-needed assurances on energy supply volatility amid the US-Israel-Iran war.

Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar, who filed his nomination for the Rajya Sabha today, may not be easy to replace. So far as the BJP is concerned, it may not even go as smoothly as replacing the Chief Ministers in Rajasthan or Madhya Pradesh.

Tamil Nadu Governor RN Ravi has been appointed as the new Governor of West Bengal after CV Ananda Bose resigned.

Reacting to the development, Banerjee said the reasons behind Bose’s resignation were not known to her but suggested the move could be linked to politics.

The Sukhoi-30MKI fighter jet was on a training mission and took off from Assam's Jorhat on Thursday evening, but was reported missing soon after.

The Sukhoi-30MKI aircraft had taken off from the Jorhat airbase on Thursday evening before losing contact with ground control.

A report reveals 24% of migratory species face extinction, urging urgent conservation action amid declining populations and new threats like avian influenza.

Karnataka government delays decision on internal reservation for Scheduled Castes, citing need for further discussions and legal clarity amid community divisions.

The crime investigation department (CID) of Andhra Pradesh police on Thursday questioned senior Indian Police Service (IPS) officer of Bihar cadre M Sunil Naik in connection with the alleged custodial assault case involving former Narasapuram MP and current assembly deputy speaker K Raghu Ramakrishnam Raju in May 2021, people familiar with the matter said

Senior Congress leader Abhishek Manu Singhvi and former MLA Vem Narendra Reddy filed their nominations for two Rajya Sabha seats in the biennial elections from Telangana, on Thursday, the last date for nominations

The Congress has announced its six candidates for the upcoming Rajya Sabha elections, renominating Abhishek Singhvi and Phulo Devi Netam, while fielding a district unit chief for the lone seat from Himachal Pradesh

The Election Commission of India (ECI) has called a meeting with senior executives of major social media platforms on March 11 at Nirvachan Sadan to address the growing threat of misinformation and AI-generated deepfakes ahead of upcoming assembly elections

CBSE cancels Class 10 exams in West Asia due to regional conflicts and postpones Class 12 exams, affecting thousands of Indian students abroad.

The development comes amid concerns of a spike in energy prices due to the ongoing conflict between Iran and the US-Israel that has spilt over across the Gulf.

The conflict involving the US, Israel, and Iran has already led to higher operational costs, including a 30% surge in jet fuel prices.

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh also condoled the loss of lives and said that their courage and service to the nation will always be remembered with pride and gratitude.

The IAF informed that the search operation for the aircraft is underway. However, no information has been received on the pilots of the aircraft.

The move came as the US seeks to stabilise global energy markets amid rising tensions in the Middle East following its operation in Iran.

China’s Gulf diplomacy could end up under the rubble of the Iran war even as its economy defies revival plans. Beijing has scaled back its GDP target. But what about its global power ambitions? There’s no sign of anything but a tactical pullback.

E2E Networks Limited has made qualified institutional placement ("QIP") of up to 428,000 equity shares, aggregating to ₹107 crore.JSA Advocates & Solicitors advised E2E Networks on this transaction.The transaction team was led by Arka Mookerjee (Partner), with support from Anshu Bansal (Partner), Ananth Balaji (Principal Associate), Kairav Parikh (Principal Associate), Arjun Rastogi (Principal Associate), Associates Bhavna Sancheti, Johann Duckworth, Sharad Panwar and Arika Gupta.E2E Network

e-TRNL Energy has raised ₹27.4 crore from a seed fundraise led by IAN Group, with support from Navam Capital, Anicut Capital, and existing investors Speciale Invest, Micelio, IIMA Ventures.Legalite Advisors advised e-TRNL Energy on this fundraise. The Firm provided end-to-end legal advisory and transaction support to the Company and its founders including structuring, drafting, negotiating the transaction documents and assisting through to successful completion of the round.The transaction team

Trademark protection and luxury brandsThe Delhi High Court’s decision in Hermes International v. Macky Lifestyle Pvt. Ltd. (2025) represents a major development in Indian trademark jurisprudence, particularly from the perspective of protection granted to luxury brands renowned worldwide. The present dispute arose out of a trademark infringement suit filed by Hermes International, along with its Indian subsidiary, against Macky Lifestyle Private Limited. Justice Tejas Karia, who formally declared

Amit Kothiyal was recently appointed Head of India to captain Legora's operations at its Bengaluru office. The company recently raised $150 million and partnered with Manupatra to offer AI solutions to law firms and in-house legal teams alike.In this email interview with Bar & Bench, Kothiyal reveals what sets Legora apart from other legal tech AI, how Indian law firms and in-house legal teams are increasingly embracing AI, expansion plans and more.Edited excerpts follow.You have a few India

The price of the Indian basket of crude oil rising to $85.24 per barrel on March 4, the highest level since July 2024.

“At night, Singh was even escorted away like a guest in a police vehicle with black-tinted windows,” Rohit Pawar said

2 IAF pilots killed after Sukhoi jet crashes in Assam

The way Bumrah delivered yorkers under pressure shows why he is called the 'Yorker King' : Axar Patel

The opener smacked a 42-ball 89 against England in the semifinals to be the hero of India's seven-run win on Thursday

She also met with fellow devotees and posed for pictures at their request.

Iranian Kurdish militias have consulted with the United States in recent days about whether, and how, to attack Iran's security forces in the western part of the country, according to three sources with knowledge of the matter

The ED is investigating multiple companies linked to Anil Ambani as part of an alleged bank fraud linked money laundering case

Punjab-born YouTuber known for political commentary killed at Ontario residence; police probe possible motive

The 30-share BSE Sensex tumbled 572.43 points to 79,443.47 in early trade

Israel Katz noted that the operation was originally scheduled for the middle of 2026

Congress questions Modi government's energy independence and foreign influence stance

The jet, which was on a training mission, crashed approximately 60 km from Jorhat air base, from where it had taken off on Thursday evening

Previously announced Oscars presenters include Adrien Brody, Javier Bardem, Kieran Culkin, Chris Evans, Chase Infiniti, Mikey Madison, Demi Moore, Kumail Nanjiani, Maya Rudolph and Zoe Saldana.

Trump added that Iranian missile and drone infrastructure had been heavily targeted in ongoing Operation Epic Fury.

Sanju Samson played a big knock of 89 runs off just 42 balls with the help of eight fours and seven sixes, which helped India post a big total of 253 runs, while batting first in the do-or-die clash.

President Anura Kumara Dissanayake reaffirmed Sri Lanka's neutrality while taking action to safeguard lives, insisting that no one should die in conflict.

The lawsuit against President Trump's tariffs, spearheaded by states like Oregon and California, argues that the tariffs are unjust and burdensome.

IPC allows Russian and Belarusian athletes to compete under their flags, causing outrage and leading seven countries to boycott the opening ceremony.

Trump and Hegseth announced a series of threatened punishments last Friday, on the eve of the Iran war, after Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei refused to back down over concerns the company’s products could be used for mass surveillance of Americans or autonomous weapons

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Government of India press release: PM to inaugurate and lay the foundation stone of multiple development projects worth ...

Government of India press release: Revamped public dashboard of MPLADS eSAKSHI portal

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has, by an order dated February 27, 2026, imposed a monetary penalty of ₹3.10 lakh (Rupees Three Lakh Ten Thousand only) on Maanaveeya Development & Finance Private Limited (the company) for non-compliance with certain directions issued by RBI on 'Governance'. This penalty has been imposed in exercise of powers conferred on RBI under section 58G(1)(b) read with section 58B(5)(aa) of the Reserve Bank of India Act, 1934. The correspondence pertaining to th

Over the last three years, the government has spent ₹48,000 crore on free electricity subsidy, benefiting 36 lakh irrigation pump sets, and supporting 21 lakh farmers, who form the backbone of the State’s agriculture sector

On the sinking of IRIS Dena, Mr. Stalin said, India cannot appear silent or passive

At least 87 Iranian sailors were killed in the attack, which marked a major escalation in the conflict between the U.S. and Iran outside of the Persian Gulf

The family, belonging to a Scheduled Caste community, complained that the owner said he would neither provide the hall nor arrange food for members of the community

“As per the provisions, the preliminary report in any plane crash should be submitted within a month of the incident. In the present plane crash, the preliminary report has been submitted. With many other agencies carrying out probes, the work on the final report has now begun,” says Union Minister

CPI(M) State committee member and former MP C.S. Sujatha and Alappuzha district secretariat member G. Harishankar call on Sudhakaran at his house. Sujatha, however, later downplays the visit, calling it “routine”

Sasi, a former MLA, had alleged that a prime accused in a spirit smuggling case was elevated to the party district leadership, an apparent reference to Babu. Following this, Sasi was expelled from CPI(M)

Jairam Ramesh claimed that the Modi government today stands "shrunken and diminished" with India's global standing never being "as weak as it is now"

According to analysts, several factors, including shipping disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz, triggered by the war involving the U.S., Iran and Israel, have added pressure to the Indian currency

Trump is bombing Iran now for allegedly building nuclear weapons. But America had once let Pakistan illegally develop an N-bomb right under its nose. This is the scandalous story of 'Project 706'...

UPSC CSE 2025 Result: A total of 958 candidates have been recommended for appointment to the Indian Administrative Service (IAS), Indian Foreign Service (IFS), Indian Police Service (IPS), and Central Services in Group 'A' and Group 'B'.

Indian Air Force's Flight Lieutenant Purvesh Duragkar was killed after a Sukhoi Su-30 MKI fighter jet crashed in Assam's Karbi Anglong on Thursday.

If 174 cities have been bombed across the country, where do you go? When a cruise missile slams into concrete within hearing distance, what is your first thought?

Denied medical leave to rest after a piles surgery, a frustrated loco pilot in Uttar Pradesh's Lucknow division pulled down his pants to show unhealed wounds to a senior officer.

Now that the ban has been announced, parents, experts and even opposition politicians welcomed the move, but also flagged the practicality of implementation.

MLA Sardesai slams Goa govt over ‘wasteful’ spending on events, mining benefits

Shah said the Centre had taken a “pledge” to eliminate the menace and that the CISF had made significant contributions in that regard.

Iran condemned the attack on the Iranian vessel that led to the killing of 87 sailors and claimed that it was unarmed and unloaded when it was sunken by the US.

IndiGo said it is closely monitoring the developments across the Middle East region impacted due to the US-Iran war.

President Droupadi Murmu has appointed new Governors for several states on Thursday, March 5. Check the full list of new governors here.

The tanker Advantage Life, carrying about 100,000 tonnes of diesel, and Navig8 Honor, loaded with roughly 75,000 tonnes of jet fuel, reversed course and are now heading to Southeast Asia, according to ship-tracking data

He said that the government has set up an inter-ministerial group to look into the issues on a daily basis

The report highlighted that India's headline CPI under the new framework stood at about 2.75%, while core inflation was estimated at around 3.38%

More than 10 million barrels of Russian crude have already been bought, sources said.

If the Strait of Hormuz remains inaccessible due to Iran threats, manufacturing companies dependent on imported raw material could feel the heat and this could severely impact production

A debate arose over A. Revanth Reddy's US visit. RTI documents say the state funded it, while Congress claims the Chief Minister paid the Harvard fee himself.

Officials indicated that India has increased sourcing of crude and other energy supplies from multiple regions.

On March 3, Ravikumar reportedly received a call around midnight. He told his family that the bank’s national sales manager had called him regarding urgent work and left home

Op Sindoor was launched on May 7 in retaliation for a terror attack in Pahalgam on April 22, carried out by The Resistance Front, a proxy of the Pakistan-based terror group LeT.

Reacting to the development, Rahul Gandhi said that India’s foreign policy should be shaped by the will of its people and rooted in the country’s history and values.

The sailors had spent several days in Visakhapatnam between February 15 and 25 while participating in multinational naval exercise MILAN 2026.

Fears of artificial intelligence gobbling up jobs rise each time it enables layoffs—as with Jack Dorsey’s Block. But whether AI replaces or empowers workers may depend on the choices made by companies and governments. Pro-worker AI may be possible.

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The Kerala High Court on Tuesday observed that it might be difficult to prove criminal charges against former Kerala Minister Antony Raju in the underwear evidence tampering case [Antony Raju v. State of Kerala].The High Court made the observation while hearing Raju's plea to suspend his conviction by the trial court.Raju is the leader of the Janadhipathya Kerala Congress party, which is part of the ruling Left Democratic Front (LDF) coalition in Kerala.Raju was convicted on January 3, 2026, by

The Central government on Friday notified the appointment of Punjab and Haryana High Court Justice Lisa Gill as a judge of the Andhra Pradesh High Court.An announcement in this regard was made by the Union Minister of State (I/C) for Law & Justice, Arjun Ram Meghwal, in a post on X."In exercise of the power conferred by the Constitution of India, the President of India, after consultation with Chief Justice of India, has transferred Ms. Justice Lisa Gill, Judge, High Court of Punjab and Hary

On a review of the current liquidity and financial conditions, the Reserve Bank has decided to conduct OMO purchase auctions of Government of India securities for an aggregate amount of ₹1,00,000 crore in two tranches of ₹50,000 crore each, to be held on March 09, 2026, and March 13, 2026. 2. Accordingly, the Reserve Bank will purchase the following Government securities through a multi-security auction using the multiple price method on March 09, 2026: S. No. ISIN Security Date of M

The country being tied to imperial powers is a matter of concern, and strong public opinion should arise against it, says Chief Minister

IRIS Lavan has been docked at Kochi since March 4 as the vessel had developed technical issues. “Its crew of 183 are currently accommodated at naval facilities in Kochi,” the source said

Iran’s Deputy Foreign Minister Saeed Khatibzadeh says his country is a “responsible power” and has not shut the Strait of Hormuz, he says the attack on Iran is “based on a lie” and pitches for diplomacy as the “only option”

Assets belonging to Kesireddy Rajasekhara Reddy. Booneti Chanakya and Donthireddy Vasudeva Reddy attached under PMLA as probe points to alleged ₹3,500 crore loss to State exchequer during previous regime

The Garbage Transfer Station (GTS) located in Ward 76 of Gajuwaka amid densely populated colonies, has become a source of severe pollution and health issues. Locals complain of constant foul odour, black coal dust, mosquito menace, respiratory and skin ailments. Despite repeated agitations, the residents fear that long-term health consequences are imminent due to official apathy, explains Harish Gilai

Former Minister Harish Rao accuses Congress of funding a misleading poll campaign in Kerala with promises it failed to fulfil in Telangana

Siddaramaiah also announced that ₹200 crore has been earmarked for the development of seven domestic airports in the State

Justice C. Jayachandran also asks whether Raju’s senior lawyer was aware of the evidence tampering

Can courts intervene when an election is already underway? In 1952, a rejected candidate from Namakkal took this question to the Supreme Court in the landmark N.P. Ponnuswami v. Returning Officer case.

In the year 2026-27, a total of ₹44,632 crore has been provided under Karnataka Scheduled Castes Sub-Plan (SCSP) and Tribal Sub-Plan (TSP)

The order has been issued in view of the “unwarranted sensationalism” in reporting the ongoing war in West Asia involving the U.S., Israel and Iran

Sreeja J.S. from Naruvamoodu in Thiruvananthapuram secures 57th rank in her first attempt, overcoming several oddsTHIRUVANANTHAPURAM

The Essential Commodities Act, 1955 (ESA) has been a tool used by the government through the years to offset rising food prices, prevent hoarding and maintain food security

The job cuts come as the firm continues senior-level hiring ahead of its planned IPO

Indian Oil Corporation rubbished reports on social media suggesting a shortage of petrol and diesel, and termed them as baseless

Earlier this week, sources in the government, had stated that India had 25 days each of crude oil stocks and energy products, that is, petrol and diesel

Security restrictions in Kashmir are being eased from tomorrow after week-long curbs were imposed to prevent protests over the killing of Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Khamenei

There are sufficient stocks of crude oil and petroleum products such as petrol, diesel, and LPG. The oil companies are also importing from countries outside the Gulf region to cover the disruption in supplies due to the Iran war.

TMC MP Kalyan Banerjee on Friday triggered a political controversy after saying he would have "cut the finger" of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar had the latter not been holding the constitutional post.

Pockets of off-coast areas in the Gulf have turned into a virtual tinderbox as commercial ships remain huddled in proximity as they wait on either side of the crucial Strait of Hormuz, which Iran has blocked amid ongoing war with the US and Israel.

Development and environment must not be seen as opposing forces: LS Speaker Om Birla

The Bill empowers the state government to declare certain areas as “disturbed areas” if public order is affected due to riots or mob violence.

Kerala Excise Commissioner post should be filled with IAS officer: CAT

Qatar LNG disruption exposes how helium, neon and gas power AI chips, data centres and global tech supply chains

Natural gas is a key feedstock for urea manufacturing, making fertiliser producers vulnerable to LNG supply disruptions

The company has established five crucial model plots where the diesease has been rigorously studied and cutting-edge management protocols have been implemented

Deepak Mittal, India’s Ambassador to the UAE, and Satish Sivan, Consul General in Dubai, met airline representatives on Thursday and reviewed the flight operations

Deputy CM D.K. Shivakumar proposed a legislative seat for contractors in Karnataka's Council to address grievances.

Shah's poll victory follows a tumultuous year of Gen Z-led protests that toppled the previous KP Sharma Oli-led Nepal government in September 2025

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With several flights cancelled and airspace restrictions imposed across parts of the Middle East, relatives say every phone call from abroad now carries both relief and fear.

How the India-Canada nuclear pact exorcises the ghost of Trudeaus

Madhya Pradesh siblings on way to exam killed by uncle, cousin over property dispute

Grand Ugadi event to recognise talent in cinema, sports, social service and more.

The accident occurred on the National Highway near the village of Darchura, police said.

“No one wants to live amid the filth of Musi. We will develop Musi’s riverfront, and create a vibrant night economy along the river banks, generating employment”, he said.

SSC examinations are scheduled across the state from March 16 to April 1, 2026. 6.42 lakh students will take their examinations at 3,415 centres: Reports

Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu, said the state government would align its policies with Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s vision of a self-reliant and developed India

The court also directed the accused to pay ₹2 lakh in compensation to the victim.

Budvel interchange, Eco-Hill Park mark start of development push

Owaisi further questioned the Indian government’s ₹63 lakh financial support for an event organised by a group working against Muslim interests

Centralised chilled-water system to cool buildings, cutting power use and emissions.

Chasing the hosts’ 253, England fell short by 7 runs as the No. 4 bat slammed 105 in just 48 balls: Reports

World Hearing Day event highlights early detection and care

A reflection on skill, installations and how our understanding of art evolves.

Trump’s war rhetoric and Middle East tensions revive fears of global instability.

Mr. Pawar filed his nomination for a Rajya Sabha seat on Thursday with all alliance partners formally endorsing his candidature. While the filing witnessed a show of strength, with leaders such as Bhaskar Jadhav (Shiv Sena-UBT), Satej Patil (Congress) and MP Supriya Sule in attendance, the absence of Aaditya Thackeray had sparked speculation in political circles.

Sarma said the party could consider Margherita’s candidature in the 2029 Lok Sabha elections, but clarified that no proposal has been taken up to field him in the 2026 Assembly polls.

She said the state government would announce several new schemes for women on the occasion of International Women’s Day.

Test zones have been closed in Mahabubnagar, Nalgonda, Sangareddy, Adilabad and Nizamabad. Students registering now will not be able to select centres in these districts.

Dr. Sailaja said the state government had successfully achieved its target of creating one lakh women entrepreneurs in a year, adding that several incentives are being provided to encourage women to enter business.

Agency probes alleged bank fraud, FEMA violations tied to ADAG entities.

Deputy CM urges allies to resolve differences and focus on development.

Each packet consists of a sari with blouse piece, a chudidar top with chunni, and a kurta-pyjama. Each mosque has been extended ₹1 lakh for organising Iftar and facilitating community gatherings during Ramzan.

Government of India press release: Prime Minister shares Sanskrit Subhashitam highlighting the power of enthusiasm

The JD(U) is also staring at a future where it will now be a junior parter to the BJP in the State

Phulo Devi Netam hails from Kondagaon district in the tribal pocket of Bastar

Sources in the team believe that the engineer was not at home

Congress is fielding senior advocate Abhishek Manu Singhvi and party strategist Vem Narender Reddy from Telangana

A Chief Engineer from Hyderabad, currently aboard an anchored ship, noted that the vessel he is on has been stationary for days

Launched under the National Action Plan on Climate Change with a target of 20 GW solar power by 2022 (later revised upward to 100 GW). Catalysed India's solar energy revolution through VGF subsidies, RPOs, and competitive bidding.

India's comprehensive climate change strategy with eight National Missions: Solar, Enhanced Energy Efficiency, Sustainable Habitat, Water, Sustaining Himalayan Ecosystem, Green India, Sustainable Agriculture, and Strategic Knowledge.

Comprehensive legislation consolidating laws relating to generation, transmission, distribution, and trading of electricity. Introduced open access, delicensed generation, created regulatory commissions, and laid groundwork for power sector reform.