India calls for de-escalation through dialogue and diplomacy

March 1, 2026 2:01 PM

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India calls for de-escalation through dialogue and diplomacy

External Affairs Minister Dr S. Jaishankar held talks with his counterparts from several Gulf countries yesterday amid rising tensions in the region, stressing the need for de-escalation through dialogue and diplomacy. Dr S Jaishankar discussed the evolving situation in the Gulf with UAE Foreign Min...

Pakistan launches airstrikes on Afghan capital Kabul

March 1, 2026 1:59 PM

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Pakistan launches airstrikes on Afghan capital Kabul

Afghanistan's capital, Kabul, was attacked by Pakistani air power this morning. This has triggered a series of explosions and the Afghan air defence forces' fire response against aerial targets. These rounds of airstrikes lasted for about 20 minutes. The Afghan authorities have accused Pakistan of k...

India consistently retained its top position globally in milk production: Govt

March 1, 2026 1:55 PM

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India consistently retained its top position globally in milk production: Govt

India has consistently retained its top position globally in milk production, contributing nearly 25 per cent of the world’s total output. Over the decade, the sector has recorded a compound annual growth rate of around six per cent, with production increasing from 146 million tonnes in 2014-15 to o...

IMD forecasts warmer-than-usual nights in Maharashtra from March to May

March 1, 2026 1:16 PM

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IMD forecasts warmer-than-usual nights in Maharashtra from March to May

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast warmer-than-usual nights in Maharashtra from March to May. The forecast also indicates that maximum temperatures during the daytime will remain above normal across most parts of the state. Mrityunjay Mohapatra, Director General of Meteorology, s...