Pune, Srinagar among four airports set for closure starting March 29 | Check reason and full list
Four civil airports operated by the Indian Air Force across the country are set for temporary shutdowns this year due to scheduled runway repair and maintenance work. The runways at airports in Jodhpur, Srinagar, Pune, and Adampur Air Base will be closed at different times for recarpeting, leading to temporary disruptions in civil flight operations.
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Matheesha Pathirana likely to play KKR’s first IPL 2026 opener vs SRH; NOC to be given next week
Matheesha Pathirana is very likely to be available for Kolkata Knight Riders’ opening IPL 2026 match against Sunrisers Hyderabad. The pacer had earlier picked up a hamstring injury during the T20 World Cup, which ruled him out of the tournament and raised doubts over his IPL participation. However, the 23-year-old has since regained fitness and is now set to don the purple and yellow jersey.
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Delhi HC orders strict policing to prevent communal flare-up amid tensions after Uttam Nagar killing
The Delhi High Court has directed the Delhi Police and local administration to take all necessary steps to ensure the peaceful and dignified observance of Eid in the Uttam Nagar area, amid concerns over possible communal tension. The Court emphasised that the police arrangement must be robust enough to instill a sense of safety and security among residents and prevent any untoward incidents.
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OPINION | Why are top Congress leaders in Assam deserting their party?
The Congress in Assam got two big jolts on Wednesday when party MP from Nagaon, Pradyut Bordoloi, resigned and joined the BJP in the presence of Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma. The next day, Bordoloi’s son Prateek wrote a letter to Congress President withdrawing his candidature from Margherita constituency.
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Iran mulls charging levies from ships crossing Strait of Hormuz in bid to tackle US, West sanctions
Iran is considering imposing transit fees on vessels passing through the Strait of Hormuz, a lawmaker said on Thursday, in what could be an attempt to monetise its growing control over the crucial route that carries about one fifth of the world’s oil and liquefied gas, Reuters reported.
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West Bengal elections 2026: BJP releases 2nd list; Nisith Paramanik to contest from Mathabhanga
West Bengal elections 2026: BJP releases 2nd list; Nisith Paramanik to contest from Mathabhanga
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Star CSK pacer ruled out of IPL 2026, five-time champions in hunt for replacement
Chennai Super Kings have been dealt a setback ahead of IPL 2026, with Nathan Ellis sidelined for the season due to a hamstring injury sustained during training. The Australian pacer is unlikely to regain fitness in time, as confirmed by CSK CEO Kasi Viswanathan. His absence leaves a gap in the bowling unit, especially in the crucial death overs where he was expected to play a key role.
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Mojtaba Khamenei condemns Ali Larijani’s killing, vows retribution: ‘Every drop of spilled blood…’
Iran’s newly appointed Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei has issued a forceful statement following the assassination of Iranian security chief Ali Larijani, attributing his death to “criminal murderers” and warning that justice will follow.
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Yuzvendra Chahal quits alcohol ahead of IPL 2026, states reason behind Punjab’s IPL 2025 final loss to RCB
Ahead of the IPL 2026 campaign, Punjab Kings’ marquee spinner Yuzvendra Chahal revealed the discipline and the lifestyle change he has adopted for the tournament. The leg-spinner, who remains the league’s highest wicket-taker, has mentioned to be working on his fitness and mindset following a demanding previous season, which saw Punjab lose to Royal Challengers Bengaluru in the summit clash.
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Dhurandhar 2 special screening: Arjun Rampal, Preity Zinta, Celina Jaitly, Mukesh Chhabra among attendees
Dhurandhar 2 special screening: Arjun Rampal, Preity Zinta, Celina Jaitly, Mukesh Chhabra among attendees
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