Nepal closes all border points with India for 72 hours ahead of parliamentary elections to prevent disruptions, allowing only essential goods and coordinating with Indian authorities for security.
Two Iranian drones struck the US Embassy in Riyadh, causing fires and material damage. No casualties reported. The attack comes amid escalating US-Iran-Israel hostilities in the Gulf.
Wildlife Division mazdoors were felicitated for rescuing passengers, including an infant, after a helicopter made a forced landing in the sea near Mayabunder.
Tourism Department will conduct astro guide training in Little Andaman and Mayabunder in March to promote sustainable astro-tourism and local livelihoods.
Department of Sports and Youth Affairs will organise athletics and recreational events for women on March 7 and 8 at Netaji Stadium to mark International Women’s Day 2026.
Former Indian Ambassador to the US Taranjit Singh Sandhu has been appointed Delhi’s Lieutenant Governor as part of a wider reshuffle of Governors across states.
Karnataka government announces social media ban for children under 16 in the 2026–27 budget, alongside mental health counsellors, school upgrades and education reforms.
The US has issued a 30-day waiver allowing Indian refiners to import Russian crude already at sea, citing global energy stability amid the Iran conflict.
Foundation stones laid for 11 rural road improvement works across several Gram Panchayats in South Andaman under Central Road Fund Phase-I to strengthen connectivity.