‘He hasn’t taken a day off in 25 years’: Canada PM Mark Carney praises Modi’s work ethic

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney termed Prime Minister Narendra Modi as a “unique guy” and cracked a joke about his hectic campaign activities while speaking at a seminar in Sydney, Australia.

Mark Carney made the comments while speaking at a seminar organised by the Lowy Institute, where he reflected on his four-day trip to India and his meeting with the Indian Prime Minister.

In his comments, Mark Carney said, “The guy is unique. He has not taken a day off in 25 years, either as the Chief Minister of Gujarat or as the Prime Minister.” Read the full story

Assistant Editor jobs in Supreme Court: Check eligibility, salary and last date

The Registry of the Supreme Court of India has invited online applications for the post of Assistant Editor, offering an opportunity for legal professionals with relevant experience to work within the country’s highest judicial institution.

According to an official notification, the recruitment drive aims to fill five Assistant Editor positions in the Supreme Court Registry. The selected candidates will be placed at Pay Level 12 of the Pay Matrix, with an initial basic pay of ₹78,800 per month, along with other allowances as per the applicable rules.

Applicants must fall within the age group of 30 to 40 years, as specified in the recruitment notice. The last date to submit online applications is...Click here to read the full story

Census 2027: Amit Shah unveils digital tools, mascots Pragati and Vikas ahead of April 1

Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Thursday unveiled two enumerator mascots, Pragati and Vikas, along with four digital tools that will support the upcoming Census 2027. The first phase of the nationwide exercise, known as houselisting, is scheduled to begin on April 1.

Developed by the Centre for Development of Advanced Computing, the digital tools aim to streamline enumeration work and reduce reliance on traditional paperwork. Read full story here.

India Post GDS Result 2026 to release soon: Here's how to download state-wise merit list

The Indian Postal Department is all set to release the India Post GDS Result 2026, consisting of 28,636 Gramin Dak Sevak and related positions. Once the results are out, you can download the first merit list in PDF format from the indiapostgdsonline.gov.in portal. The merit list will be uploaded with respect to individual states and circles. Candidates whose names appear in the list will be shortlisted for the next stage of the recruitment process, which includes document verification and medical examination. Earlier, the Indian Postal Department completed the online application process from January 31 to February 16, 2026, for thousands of Gramin Dak Sevak positions. Now that the window is closed, applicants from across the country are awaiting the first merit list. Read the full story

Nitish Kumar files Rajya Sabha nomination - who will be Bihar's next Chief Minister?

Nitish Kumar resigned as Chief Minister of Bihar on Thursday and filed his nomination for the Rajya Sabha, confirming days of speculation about his move to national politics. The senior leader of the Janata Dal (United) (JDU) submitted his nomination earlier in the day. Soon after, he announced the decision in a post on X, saying the move would fulfill a long-standing personal goal in his political career. Nitish has earlier served as a member of the Lok Sabha, the Bihar Legislative Assembly, and the Bihar Legislative Council. If elected to the Rajya Sabha, he will have represented all four legislative chambers in India's parliamentary system. In his post, Nitish thanked the people of Bihar and...Click here to read the full story

Telangana SSC Hall Ticket 2026 released; here's how to download, step-by-step guide

The Telangana Board of Secondary Education (BSE) has released the TS SSC Hall Ticket 2026 for Class 10 students today, March 5, 2026. Students appearing for the SSC Public Examinations can now access their hall tickets through the official website. The board has introduced a student-friendly initiative this year by sending the Telangana 10th admit card directly to the registered WhatsApp numbers of parents. This will ensure that students receive their hall tickets quickly without depending only on the official website. The SSC Public Examinations are scheduled to begin on March 14, 2026. Nearly 5.28 lakh students are expected to appear for the exams across Telangana this year. Read full story here.

What is Milan 2026? Indian Navy’s mega maritime exercise where Iran’s IRIS Dena took part

At least 87 people have been confirmed dead after a US submarine struck and sank IRIS Dena, an Iranian frigate, off the coast of Sri Lanka on Wednesday. Many others remain unaccounted for. According to reports from the Sri Lankan Navy, they managed to rescue 32 Iranian sailors from the frigate. However, about 60 sailors remain unaccounted for. The incident has drawn attention because the vessel had recently taken part in Milan 2026, a major multilateral maritime exercise hosted by the Indian Navy. Read full story

Holi turns tragic: 4-year-old suffers 45% burns after grandmother throws boiling water on him in Nagpur

The festival of colours turned tragic in Maharashtra's Nagpur district, where a four-year-old boy was severely injured after his grandmother allegedly threw scalding hot water on him during Holi celebrations. The disturbing incident occurred on March 3 in Ward No. 2 of the Aramshin area in Koradi and was captured on CCTV, reported Hindustan Times. According to police reports, the child, identified as Om, was playing outside his house with a spray bottle filled with colour. He accidentally sprayed some colour on his grandmother, identified as Sindhu Thackeray, who was reportedly filling a bucket with water heated on Holi wood. Enraged by the act, she allegedly poured the boiling water on the child. Read full story

India dismisses reports of US using Indian ports to strike Iran, calls claim 'fake and false'

India has rejected claims circulating online that the United States used Indian ports to launch attacks against Iran, calling the report “baseless and fabricated”. The clarification came after a video of former US Army Colonel Douglas MacGregor went viral on social media. In the interview with US-based channel One America News Network, Macgregor claimed that American forces were relying on Indian ports after their own bases and harbour installations were destroyed. In the video, Macgregor can be heard saying that US naval forces were “falling back on India and Indian ports,” describing it as a...Click here to read the full story

India inks Rs 5,083 crore defence contracts for Coast Guard helicopters, Shtil missiles for Navy

The Ministry of Defence on Tuesday signed contracts worth Rs 5,083 crore for the purchase of six Advanced Light Helicopters (ALH) Mk-III in the Maritime Role for the Indian Coast Guard and Surface-to-Air Vertical Launch Shtil missiles from Russia for the Indian Navy. Alongside these acquisitions, the government also signed a contract with M/s Shoft Shipyard Private Limited, Thane, for the construction of four 500T self-propelled fuel barges for the Navy. The agreements have been concluded as the current financial year draws to a close. The Defence Ministry, in a statement, said that the contract for ALH Mk-III (MR) helicopters has been signed with...Click here to read the full story

Filmmaker Anand Patwardhan denied entry at Mumbai University’s Kalina campus

Documentary filmmaker Anand Patwardhan was stopped from entering Mumbai University’s Kalina campus on Saturday when he arrived to express solidarity with a research scholar who has been staging a protest on the premises for several months. Patwardhan said he was not given a clear explanation for being denied entry at the main gate. The filmmaker had come to meet Rajesh Bankhande, a research scholar who has since become a Buddhist monk and now goes by the name Bhadant Vimamsa. Vimamsa has been holding a peaceful sit-in protest on the campus for more than six months. Patwardhan eventually met him outside the university gate, where he offered him a rose as a gesture of support and asked about his health. Read full story

Air India rolls out extra flights to Toronto, Frankfurt and Paris amid the West Asia crisis

In a bid to keep global connectivity intact amid widespread aviation disruptions caused by the escalating situation in West Asia, Air India has announced the deployment of additional long-haul flights to Toronto, Frankfurt and Paris. The move comes as the airline adapts to higher passenger demand and rerouted flight paths due to restricted airspace over conflict-affected regions. According to HT, Air India has revealed that it will operate three extra services between Delhi and Toronto from March 5 to March 11, aiming to support travellers looking for alternative connections during the travel crunch. The additional flights are expected to help clear backlogs and offer more flexibility on the India–Canada route at a time when...Click here to read the full story

Ramadan 2026: Sehri and Iftar Timings for March 5

As the holy month of Ramadan continues, Muslims across India will prepare to observe another day of fasting on March 5, 2026. The fast will begin before dawn with Sehri (Suhoor) and conclude at sunset with Iftar. Since sunrise and sunset vary across regions, timings will differ slightly from city to city. Here is a look at the approximate schedule for major urban centres. In Delhi, Sehri is expected to end at 5:23 AM, while Iftar will be observed at 6:25 PM. In Lucknow, devotees will conclude Sehri at 5:09 AM and break their fast at 6:11 PM. Southern cities will follow slightly varied schedules. In Hyderabad, Sehri will...Click here to read the full story

Delhi rolls out pink cards for women; nearly 4,000 issued on day one

The Delhi government’s ambitious women’s safety initiative hit the ground running as nearly 4,000 pink cards were issued on the very first day of rollout. Designed to enhance the security of women commuters and residents, the pink card aims to provide swift access to emergency services and allow authorities to respond more efficiently in critical situations. The strong initial turnout reflected widespread interest in the scheme and underscored efforts by city authorities to prioritise women’s safety. According to Hindustan Times, the “pink card” is an identity and safety tool that connects women directly with emergency and support services in the city. Cardholders can use it to quickly share critical information with police and response teams during distress situations. Officials said the card stores key personal data that can help security agencies act faster, particularly during night travel or in emergencies. Read full story

Sensex rebounds over 550 points

India’s stock market opened on a positive note on Thursday, recovering from recent losses as improving global sentiment eased investor concerns over the escalating Iran war. The Sensex climbed about 550 points (0.69%) to 79,666.46, while the Nifty 50 gained 0.71% to 24,656.70, with all major sectors starting the day in the green despite rising crude oil prices.

Horoscope today

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