BJP announces Rajya Sabha candidates, nominates Rahul Sinha from West Bengal - here's the full list

The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Tuesday announced its candidates for the upcoming Rajya Sabha elections, nominating nine leaders across different States, including Rahul Sinha from West Bengal and Nitin Nabin from Bihar. Read the full story here.

Live-in partner stabbed, suffocated in Bengaluru; woman and lover arrested

Three people have been arrested for the murder of a 40-year-old man whose body was found inside a rented house in Bengaluru’s Manjunath Nagar, police said on Monday. Read the full story here.

'Back in Bangalore and safe': PV Sindhu escapes Dubai scare, returns home after Middle East crisis derails All England Championships

Indian badminton ace PV Sindhu is back home in Bengaluru after what she described as “intense and uncertain” days in Dubai, following a frightening travel disruption that ruled her out of the prestigious All England Open Badminton Championships. Read the full story here.

‘India T20 World Cup final nahi khelega’: Mohammad Amir sparks fresh debate after semifinal prediction | WATCH

Former Pakistan pacer Mohammad Amir reignited controversy by claiming India will not reach the T20 World Cup final, despite their dominant win over West Indies, powered by Sanju Samson’s 97*. Read full story.

Govt launches ‘Seva Sankalp’ drive, officials dedicate one hour to pledge and discussion

On March 2, central government officials across ministries spent an hour reading and discussing the Seva Sankalp Resolution, reflecting PM Modi’s vision, with departments asked to report outcomes to the Cabinet Secretariat. Read full story

Six killed in horrific accident on Yamuna Expressway

A tragic road accident took place on the Yamuna Expressway in Uttar Pradesh’s Hathras district, leaving six people dead and nine seriously injured. The incident occurred on Tuesday near the 141 milestone under the Sadabad police station limits, when a speeding Eco van lost control and rammed into the rear of a bus. Police personnel rushed to the spot and shifted all the injured to a local hospital, where doctors declared six people dead. The remaining injured are undergoing treatment, with three in critical condition referred to a hospital in Agra for advanced care.

‘There were explosions around the hotel', Passenger returns from the conflict zone

Amid the ongoing Israel-Iran conflict, flight operations were severely affected over the past few days. After services resumed, the first flight from Abu Dhabi landed at Bengaluru’s Kempegowda International Airport on Monday night. One passenger described the ordeal, saying, "... Once we got stuck in the Abu Dhabi airport, Etihad Airways took good care of us. They booked the hotels for all the passengers whose flights were cancelled." Another passenger said, "It was very scary. The airline shifted us to a hotel, and there were explosions around the hotel. Missiles were being intercepted, and we could hear explosions all around. We are happy to be back in India."

PM Modi extends wishes on World Wildlife Day

World Wildlife Day is being observed across the country on Tuesday, March 3. Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended his greetings on the occasion and shared a message on his official X handle. He wrote, “World Wildlife Day is about celebrating the incredible faunal diversity that enriches our planet and sustains our ecosystems. It is a day to acknowledge everyone working towards wildlife protection. We reaffirm our commitment to conservation, sustainable practices and protecting habitats so that our wildlife continues to thrive.”

Horoscope today, March 3

On March 3, Aries may feel pushed to slow down and rethink daily routines; Taurus could confront emotional clarity in close relationships; Gemini might experience a creative breakthrough or heartfelt realization; Cancer may feel called to balance home and personal ambitions; Leo could receive important news that shifts perspective; Virgo may undergo a powerful moment of self-reflection and release; Libra might quietly let go of old emotional baggage; Scorpio could reassess friendships and long-term goals; Sagittarius may see career matters come into sharper focus; Capricorn might rethink beliefs or future plans; Aquarius could confront deep emotional truths or financial matters; and Pisces may experience a defining shift in partnerships and personal boundaries.