Holi 2026: CM Rekha Gupta Extends warm wishes to Delhi, urges citizens to ‘use natural colours’

On the occasion of the festival of colours, the Chief Minister of Delhi extended her heartfelt greetings and best wishes to the people of the national capital.
Who is Saba Shawl? First Kashmiri woman to head Central Jail Srinagar

She has been assigned to head a high-security jail with immediate effect, according to reports. Here’s all you need to know about Saba Shawl and her professional career journey.
US-Israel-Iran conflict sends India-UK flight prices soaring to Rs 9 lakh, travel time extends

Meanwhile, the UAE airspace has partially reopened with restricted corridors, and some flights are operating from Dubai airports, though access is strictly controlled. The MEA’s Evacuation Cell says regular services are still heavily suspended, but some inbound and outbound flights are allowed.
Holi Bonanza in Madhya Pradesh government employees: CM Mohan Yadav announces 3% DA hike, salary to increase from THIS date

Good news for government employees in Madhya Pradesh on the occasion of Holi. MP CM Mohan Yadav government announced a 3% hike in Dearness Allowance (DA) for state government employees.
No Dry Day in Delhi on Holi 2026 as govt permits liquor shops to stay open

As per an order issued by the Delhi government in January, the liquor shops in the national capitals will remain open on Holi 2026.
US-Iran War: Fuel prices hike in India? 25 days of crude oil, refined oil stock; Here’s all you need to know

The Petroleum Ministry has said it is continuously monitoring the evolving situation, and all necessary steps will be taken in order to ensure the availability and affordability of major petroleum products in the country.
Delhi CM Rekha Gupta inaugurates Flower Festival 2026, 15,500 flowers of 48 varieties on display

The festival features a range of floral installations, including tray gardens, landscape gardens, large hanging baskets, terrariums, Eastern and Western floral arrangements, floral figures shaped like animals and birds, colourful floral boards, and specially designed pyramid.
Khamenei Killing Protests: 14 injured, including 6 security personnel, in Srinagar clashes; advisory issued

In a fresh clash that broke out in Kashmir on Monday, at least 14 people, including six security personnel, were injured as protests continued over the killing of Iran’s Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, in a joint US-Israeli attack, PTI reported. In response, the authorities have imposed strict restrictions on movement, reduced mobile internet speeds, and shut schools and colleges for the next two days.
Petrol, diesel prices today: Know how rising crude oil prices will affect rates in India

Amid the ongoing conflict in the Middle East region, the international crude oil prices have surged massively, which could lead to an increase in petrol and diesel prices in the coming days.
Indian mariner killed as oil tanker hit by drone boat in Gulf of Oman amid US-Iran conflict

The merchant ship MV SAND, which sails under the flag of Panama, in coordination with the Maritime Security Centre, evacuated the survivors. Oman’s Royal Navy is monitoring a damaged oil tanker in the Gulf of Oman and warning ships to stay clear.