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'Energy supplies robust', says govt amid Middle East crisis, control rooms set up

Times of India - Tue, 03/03/2026 - 11:44
India possesses ample energy reserves to navigate current Middle East tensions, assured Petroleum Minister Hardeep Puri. He highlighted the nation's commitment to energy availability, affordability, and sustainability, addressing concerns over potential supply disruptions. This assurance comes as global oil routes face risks, impacting major Asian economies reliant on Middle Eastern crude.
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Does PM Modi support head of state's assassination as way to define world order, Rahul Gandhi asks

Hindu - Tue, 03/03/2026 - 11:42
Says silence on attack on Iran diminishes India’s global standing; calls for clarity on foreign policy
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Iran earthquake: 4.3-magnitude tremor hits Gerash region of Iran

Times of India - Tue, 03/03/2026 - 11:39
A 4.3 magnitude earthquake shook the southern Iranian city of Gerash. The tremor was reported at a depth of 10 kilometers. Initial reports indicate no casualties or damage from the earthquake. Further details are awaited on this developing story.
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‘Hanuman’ project launched to tackle human–wildlife conflict in Andhra Pradesh

Hindu - Tue, 03/03/2026 - 11:28
The project — Healing and Nurturing Units for Monitoring, Aid and Nursing of Wildlife (HANUMAN) — has been designed as a comprehensive scientific and technological intervention to protect both wildlife and people living in forest fringe villages
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Telangana CM’s meeting with Collectors on 99-day action plan begins

Hindu - Tue, 03/03/2026 - 11:28
Telangana Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy chaired the meeting with Collector on Praja Palana - Pragatiki Pranalika in the afternoon
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Stress, sleep and screen time: The lifestyle triangle behind weight gain

Times of India - Tue, 03/03/2026 - 11:26
In today's fast-paced world, factors such as chronic stress, sleepless nights, and excessive screen time play a pivotal role in weight gain, especially around the midsection. This triad of lifestyle habits not only leads to poor nutrition and a lack of physical activity but also heightens the risk of conditions like diabetes and heart disease for both young and old.
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School-based assessment launched in Mysuru to identify hearing disorders

Hindu - Tue, 03/03/2026 - 11:15
AIISH and Mysuru district administration join hands to launch the initiative for assessment in schools for a comprehensive early detection and intervention for speech, language, and hearing disorders among children
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Students urged to download SSC exam hall tickets only from official sources

Hindu - Tue, 03/03/2026 - 11:13
The hall tickets would be released this week through the official website: www.bse.ap.gov.in, WhatsApp governance Mana Mitra Service (No: 9552300009) and LEAP application of the School Education department, the Director Government Examinations said
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Centre clears ₹2,924-crore extra borrowing space for Kerala tied to State’s power reforms, says Electricity Minister K. Krishnankutty

Hindu - Tue, 03/03/2026 - 11:12
Minister terms Centre’s decision ‘an acknowledgement of operational efficiency’ displayed by Kerala in power sector
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US-Iran war: Indian students moved out of Tehran

Times of India - Tue, 03/03/2026 - 11:09
The Indian Embassy in Tehran has moved most Indian students to safer areas outside the city. This action follows heightened risks due to ongoing US-Iran tensions. The embassy is providing transportation, food, and accommodation. Other Indian nationals in Iran are advised to stay indoors and avoid protests. Emergency helplines are active as the security situation is closely monitored.
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Indian Embassy in Tehran issues fresh advisory, urges nationals in Iran to ‘remain indoors’

Hindu - Tue, 03/03/2026 - 11:00
Around 9,000 Indians, including students, are learnt to be stuck in Iran
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Defence Ministry signs contract worth ₹5,083 crore with HAL for acquisition of military helicopters, surface-to-air missiles

Hindu - Tue, 03/03/2026 - 10:58
The acquisition is intended to substantially enhance the air defence capabilities of frontline warships against a wide spectrum of aerial threats, the Defence Ministry said
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Drugs worth ₹13.5 crore seized in Bengaluru in crackdown on narcotics trafficking

Hindu - Tue, 03/03/2026 - 10:57
The seizures were part of a crackdown on narcotics trafficking by the Bengaluru police
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Phone networks, traffic lights hacked: How US, Israel tracked & killed Khamenei

Times of India - Tue, 03/03/2026 - 10:54
In a dramatic operation, Iran's Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei was killed in coordinated US-Israeli strikes. Years of meticulous surveillance, including hacked traffic cameras and disrupted phone networks, provided crucial intelligence. This enabled a precise strike during a rare meeting, marking a significant escalation driven by political decisions and advanced technological capabilities.
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Three Indian seafarers killed amid Middle East tensions; Centre issues advisory

Times of India - Tue, 03/03/2026 - 10:51
Tragic news from the Middle East as three Indian seafarers lost their lives and one was injured in recent incidents involving foreign-flagged vessels. Amidst escalating US-Iran tensions, maritime authorities are urging extreme caution, enhanced security, and thorough risk assessments for all voyages in the region. The remaining crew are safe, with authorities coordinating support.
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