Viral ‘Kumbhmela Girl’ Monalisa Bhonsle seeks police protection in Kerala

Monalisa Bhonsle, popularly known as the viral ‘Prayagraj Kumbhmela girl’, approached a police station in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, seeking protection after alleging that her father was trying to forcibly take her back to her hometown in Indore. According to reports, Monalisa and her boyfriend visited the Thampanoor police station and told officials that she wished to stay in Kerala and marry him. She is currently in the state for the shooting of a film and sought police assistance to prevent any attempt to take her away against her will.

IPL 2026 schedule out: RCB vs SRH opener on March 28, matches till April 12 confirmed

The Indian Premier League 2026 is set to bring another thrilling edition of the world’s most popular franchise T20 tournament. Organised by the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI), the competition will feature 10 teams battling it out across multiple venues in India. With the Indian Premier League (IPL) approaching, the BCCI is set to announce the schedule for the 19th edition of the tournament on Tuesday. It has been learnt that the IPL 2026 schedule was unveiled LIVE on JioHotstar and Star Sports Network today, March 11, from 7 PM onwards. Read the full story

The Indian government has imposed restrictions on the availability and distribution of petroleum, petroleum products, and natural gas under the Essential Commodities Act of 1955 as it is concerned over disruptions in global energy supplies due to the West Asia conflict. This comes as tensions between Iran, Israel, and the US are still high and are affecting oil supplies. According to officials, this will help the Centre to step into the fuel supply chain and ensure that essential energy supplies are available and there is no scope for hoarding and black marketing. Read the full story.

PM Modi assures support for Indians stuck in West Asia, thanks Gulf nations for ‘utmost care’ for expats

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday assured that India is taking all necessary steps to support its citizens in West Asia as tensions escalate due to the ongoing Iran–US conflict. Speaking at an event in Kochi, the Prime Minister said the government is closely tracking developments in the region and remains committed to the safety of Indian nationals. Read full story

India prioritises four sectors for natural gas supply as Iran-US conflict hits energy flow

The ongoing Iran-US war in the Middle East has disrupted global energy supply chains, prompting India to take precautionary steps to manage the availability of natural gas. With tensions escalating near the Strait of Hormuz, shipping movement has slowed significantly, leaving more than 750 cargo vessels stranded at major ports in the region over the past two weeks. India depends heavily on imported natural gas to meet its energy needs. Around 50 per cent of the country’s gas demand is met through imports. A significant share of this supply comes from Qatar, which accounts for about 20 per cent of India’s total natural gas imports...Click here to read the full story

Supreme Court allows passive euthanasia for man in vegetative state for over a decade

The Supreme Court on Wednesday allowed passive euthanasia for a 31-year-old man who has remained in a permanent vegetative state for more than a decade, calling it a decision taken in the patient's best interest and dignity, Hindustan Times reported. The ruling came in a petition filed by the parents of Harish Rana, a resident of Ghaziabad in Uttar Pradesh and a former student of Panjab University. A bench of Justices JB Pardiwala and KV Viswanathan delivered separate but concurring opinions permitting the withdrawal of clinically assisted nutrition and hydration (CANH) under strict medical supervision. The court directed that the process be carried out in the palliative care unit of the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), Delhi. Read full story

Air India, IndiGo announce special flights to Middle East amid ongoing regional tensions

India’s major carriers Air India and IndiGo will operate special flights to and from several destinations in the Middle East on Wednesday, March 11, as disruptions to regular aviation routes continue due to the ongoing military confrontation involving the US–Israel alliance and Iran. According to operational plans, the Air India group will operate 58 flights to and from West Asia, while IndiGo will run services to eight destinations across the Middle East. Air India said it will run 36 ad hoc non-scheduled flights to and from the United Arab Emirates, depending on slot availability and prevailing conditions at departure airports. Click here to read the full story

Himanta Sarma’s ‘F1 track’ highway video sparks political row in Assam

A social media post by Himanta Biswa Sarma praising road infrastructure in Assam has triggered a political and online controversy, after critics alleged that the video shared by him was created using artificial intelligence. The chief minister had posted a 26-second aerial clip on his account on X, showing traffic moving smoothly along a busy highway. In the post, Sarma compared the visual to an "F1 track", highlighting what he described as improvements in the state’s road infrastructure. Soon after the clip was shared, several social media users questioned its authenticity, claiming the footage appeared computer-generated.

EAM S Jaishankar speaks with Iran FM Araghchi on West Asia tensions amid Iran-US conflict

India’s External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar spoke with Iran’s Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi on Tuesday to discuss the evolving situation in West Asia amid the ongoing conflict involving Iran, the United States and Israel. The conversation marked their third interaction since tensions escalated last month. The two leaders had earlier spoken on February 28, shortly after military strikes by the US and Israel reportedly killed Iran’s Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei. They also held talks on March 5, when India’s Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri visited the Iranian embassy to sign the condolence book for Khamenei. Tuesday’s call was the first between the two ministers since a US submarine torpedoed and sank an Iranian frigate near Sri Lanka on March 4.

The ripple effects of the escalating conflict in West Asia are now being felt far from the battlefield, reaching the kitchens of restaurants and hotels in Delhi. A shortage of commercial liquefied petroleum gas (LPG), widely used for cooking in the hospitality sector, has begun to impact food establishments, raising concerns of operational disruptions and possible shutdowns if the situation continues. Click here to read the full story

Pune’s largest crematorium Vaikunth Dham temporarily shuts gas furnaces amid LPG supply curbs

Maharashtra’s largest gas-based crematorium, Vaikunth Dham in Pune, has temporarily suspended its gas-operated cremation services after restrictions were imposed on the use of Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG)components such as propane and butane. The step follows directions issued by the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas amid supply concerns linked to the ongoing conflict in West Asia. Operated by the Pune Municipal Corporation (PMC), the crematorium is spread across nearly 17 acres in Navi Peth and usually conducts around 20 cremations a day. Officials said the suspension affects only the gas-fired furnaces at the facility. Read full story

Sensex today

Indian benchmark indices opened on a muted note on Wednesday as ongoing tensions in West Asia and the US–Iran conflict kept global market sentiment cautious. In early trade around 9:18 am, the Nifty 50 was hovering above 24,250, trading at 24,284.90, up 23 points (0.09%). The BSE Sensex was also marginally higher at 78,281.72, gaining about 76 points (0.09%).

Horoscope today

Aries: Be cautious about finances and health today, as workplace transfer chances and a possible secret romance may emerge.Taurus: Government job prospects and business gains may appear, though workplace disagreements and minor health issues may arise.Gemini: Financial gains and job opportunities may come your way, but workplace rivals and stomach issues require caution.Cancer: Good family news and possible travel may occur, though financial dealings and your spouse’s health need attention.Leo: Long-awaited success and sudden financial gains are possible, though legal issues in married life may surface.Virgo: Government job chances and business profits look promising, while romantic interest and vehicle purchase opportunities may arise.Libra: Important life decisions and property dispute resolutions may happen, though health issues and relationship tensions may occur.Scorpio: Property-related concerns and workplace pressure may arise, so avoid risky investments despite possible study-related travel abroad.Sagittarius: Job offers and completion of pending tasks may bring relief, though stress and legal caution are advised.Capricorn: Rising income and financial relief may occur, though workplace rivals and delays in marriage discussions may appear.Aquarius: New strategies may help solve complex problems, though health concerns and minor marital disagreements may arise.Pisces: Important decisions and influential contacts may shape the day, while health concerns and travel risks require caution.