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Fire breaks out at Rajasthan refinery ahead of its inauguration by PM Modi

Fire breaks out at Rajasthan refinery ahead of its inauguration by PM Modi

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A fire broke out at the Pachpadra refinery in Rajasthan’s Balotra district a day before its inauguration by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The fire started in the crude distillation unit (CDU) at around 2.00 pm. (HT Sourced Photo) The fire started in the crude distillation unit (CDU) at around 2.00 pm, said police. Chief minister Bhajanlal Sharma visited the refinery, which is India’s first greenfield integrated refinery-cum-petrochemical complex . Thick black smoke billowed into sky which was visible from several kilometers away, said police. According to Pachpadra station house officer, Achla Ram, “Prima facie, there was some technical fault that caused the fire at around 2 pm. At least 30 to 35 fire brigades have been sent to the spot. The fire is under control now…The reason of the fire can be figured after the investigation.” The refinery’s in-house fire safety system was activated after the incident with fire brigade teams and hydrant systems deployed. Also Read: Four dead as speeding pickup vehicle hits car in Rajasthan: Police Workers were evacuated and the area was cleared. …

Trump congratulates Taranjit Singh Sandhu on Delhi LG appointment, praises India-US role| India News

Trump congratulates Taranjit Singh Sandhu on Delhi LG appointment, praises India-US role| India News

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US President Donald Trump on Friday congratulated Taranjit Singh Sandhu on his appointment as the Lieutenant Governor of Delhi, lauding the former ambassador’s contribution to strengthening India-US ties and wishing him success in his new role. US President Donald Trump on Friday congratulated Taranjit Singh Sandhu on his appointment as the Lieutenant Governor of Delhi, lauding the former ambassador’s contribution to strengthening India-US ties and wishing him success in his new role. (Truth Social/Donald Trump) “Congratulations to Taranjit Sandhu on becoming the new Lt Governor of Delhi! As a seasoned Diplomat and former Ambassador to the United States, he has always shown deep commitment to strengthening the U.S.-India relationship,” Trump shared. “Wishing him success in leading Delhi’s progress, and furthering global ties!,” he added. Former diplomat Taranjit Singh Sandhu was sworn in as the Lieutenant Governor of Delhi and, in his inaugural address, called for a “solution-oriented approach” across political lines to tackle the challenges faced by the national capital. Sandhu took the oath of office at Lok Niwas, administered by Delhi High Court Chief …

PM reviews the wildlife corridor before Delhi–Dehradun expressway inauguration

PM reviews the wildlife corridor before Delhi–Dehradun expressway inauguration

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate the much awaited Delhi–Dehradun Expressway today, a major project expected to transform travel between Delhi and Dehradun. The new corridor aims to improve connectivity, reduce travel time and boost economic activity in the region. PM reviews Asia’s longest wildlife corridor, joins children in aarti at Dat Kali Temple Prime Minister on Tuesday reviewed the 12-km-long wildlife corridor in Saharanpur, Uttar Pradesh, built along the elevated stretch of the Delhi–Dehradun Expressway. The corridor is considered one of the longest of its kind in Asia and has been developed by Uttarakhand. Later, he visited the Dat Kali Temple near Dehradun, where he offered darshan and performed pooja. During the visit, children sang an aarti and the Prime Minister was seen clapping and joining them, reported ANI.  What makes this highway so important? The expressway has been built at an estimated cost of Rs 12,000 crore and stretches over 210 kilometres. It begins near Akshardham Temple and runs up to Dehradun. 1. Connects key regions: On its way, it passes through important …

MoS Kirti Vardhan Singh to represent India at inauguration of Myanmar president| India News

MoS Kirti Vardhan Singh to represent India at inauguration of Myanmar president| India News

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India will be represented at the inauguration of the new Myanmar President, Min Aung Hlaing, by minister of state for external affairs Kirti Vardhan Singh, who will meet leaders in Nay Pyi Taw to take forward bilateral engagements in trade and development assistance. FILE PHOTO: Myanmar’s junta chief Senior General Min Aung Hlaing presides over an army parade on Armed Forces Day in Naypyitaw, March 27, 2021. He retired last month to contest the presidential election (REUTERS) Singh will be in Myanmar on April 8-11 to attend the inauguration ceremony in Nay Pyi Taw on Friday, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said on Monday. Singh, who is visiting at the invitation of the government of Myanmar, is expected to meet with government officials in Nay Pyi Taw. He will also participate in bilateral engagements related to trade, economic, and developmental assistance initiatives, and interact with members of the Indian diaspora in Yangon, the ministry said. The Indian government has so far refrained from commenting on the recent elections in Myanmar or the formation of …

MMR’s metro line 9 phase 1 to be inaugurated on April 7

MMR’s metro line 9 phase 1 to be inaugurated on April 7

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MUMBAI: The Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority (MMRDA) is set to inaugurate the first stretch of Metro Line 9, phase-1 of the Dahisar–Mira Bhayandar corridor, on April 7. The project, which has faced multiple delays, will finally open its initial section to the public. iMumbai, India – February 27, 2026: The ongoing road works outside the Metro 9 stations will be an impediment for commuters taking the route when it becomes operational in Mumbai, India, on Friday, February 27, 2025. (Photo by Satish Bate/ Hindustan Times) (Hindustan Times) Senior MMRDA officials confirmed the revised date on Sunday, clarifying that the inauguration will take place on Tuesday. The announcement follows earlier statements by state transport minister Pratap Sarnaik, who had said that the corridor would be launched on April 6. At present there are four metro rail corridors, lines 1, 2A, 3 and 7 that are operational in Mumbai. As the city launches the first phase of line 9, the 4.5 km to 5 km elevated corridor will connect Dahisar (East) to Kashigaon in Mira Road. …

Mayawati claims credit for Jewar Airport after PM Modi inauguration

Mayawati claims credit for Jewar Airport after PM Modi inauguration

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2 min readLucknowMar 29, 2026 06:59 PM IST A day after Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the first phase of the Noida International Airport in Gautam Buddha Nagar district’s Jewar, Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP) president Mayawati on Sunday staked claim to the project, saying it was her party’s government in Uttar Pradesh that laid the foundation of the aviation facility. In a press statement, the former chief minister said, “Jewar Airport ki sirf parikalpana hi nahi, balki buniyadi kaam bhi BSP sarkar ke dauran shuru ho chuke the (Not just the conceptualisation, but the foundational work of Jewar airport had begun during the BSP government).” The key basic infrastructure related to the project had already been initiated by her government, she added. The BSP chief also alleged delays by the then UPA government, saying, “If the Congress-led Central government at the time had not created hurdles, the project would have been completed earlier like the Yamuna Expressway.” Positioning BSP’s governance model as development-oriented, she urged people not to be swayed by what she termed as …

Noida Police issues traffic advisory ahead of Jewar airport inauguration by PM Modi. Check routes, diversions| India News

Noida Police issues traffic advisory ahead of Jewar airport inauguration by PM Modi. Check routes, diversions| India News

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Ahead of the inauguration of phase 1 of the Noida International Airport on Saturday, the Noida Traffic Police has issued an advisory noting entry routes, parking zones and diversions for vehicles. The advisory is enforced from 7 am to 11 pm, with arrangements for emergency vehicles. The advisory will remain in force from 7 am to 11 pm, with arrangements for emergency vehicles such as ambulances and fire services. (ANI/Representational Image) Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to inaugurate the first phase of the airport in Uttar Pradesh’s Jewar today at 12 noon. Follow for live updates in Noida International Airport launch According to the advisory, the movement of heavy goods vehicles, medium goods vehicles, and light goods vehicles will remain restricted on the Noida–Greater Noida Expressway, Yamuna Expressway, and nearby routes. However, emergency vehicles will be allowed through this route. Traffic diversions Further, vehicles from Meerut and Ghaziabad will be routed via the Eastern Peripheral Expressway, exiting at Sirsa Toll and proceeding through designated roundabouts before reaching the venue. Traffic coming from Mathura and …

Noida airport to be game changer for UP economy, says govt ahead of March 28 inauguration| India News

Noida airport to be game changer for UP economy, says govt ahead of March 28 inauguration| India News

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The Uttar Pradesh government on Thursday said the Noida International Airport at Jewar is set to become a “game changer” for the state’s economy with a wide-ranging impact across agriculture, industry, logistics and employment generation. A view of the newly constructed Noida International Airport, ahead of its inauguration by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, in Noida, Thursday, March 26, 2026. (PTI) The airport, scheduled to be inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on March 28, will act as a strategic engine in accelerating UP’s ambition of becoming a $1 trillion economy, the government said in a statement. It said the project will significantly boost employment, attract investments and enhance global connectivity, while also strengthening the state’s presence on the international economic map. Developed in line with the vision of Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, the airport is expected to unlock the state’s landlocked economic potential by connecting key sectors such as agriculture; micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs); tourism and industries directly to global markets. According to the statement, the airport will have an annual capacity of …

4 Days After PM Modi’s Inauguration, Major Theft on Delhi Metro’s New Magenta Line Stretch Slows Trains to 25kmph

4 Days After PM Modi’s Inauguration, Major Theft on Delhi Metro’s New Magenta Line Stretch Slows Trains to 25kmph

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3 min readNew DelhiMar 12, 2026 09:31 PM IST More than 500 metres of signalling cables were stolen on early Thursday between the newly inaugurated Delhi Metro corridor between Deepali Chowk and Majlis Park, leading to a disruption in train speeds, officials said. One person has been arrested in connection with the case, police said. According to officials, train services on the Magenta Line from Deepali Chowk to Majlis Park were regulated on Thursday morning following the theft. Prime Minister Narendra Modi had on Sunday inaugurated the Majlis Park to Maujpur-Babarpur stretch of the Pink Line and the Deepali Chowk-Majlis Park stretch of the line. Owing to the theft, trains in the affected stretch between Bhalswa and Majlis Park were operated at a restricted speed of 25 kmph, while services on the remaining section towards Deepali Chowk continued normally, Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) officials said. Further, officials noted that as restoration of the signalling cables during operational hours would adversely affect passenger services, repair work will be undertaken during the night after services end. …

Minister’s ‘exclusion’ from PM’s event: LDF holds parallel inauguration of NH-66 Ramanattukara-Vengalam stretch in Kerala’s Kozhikode

Minister’s ‘exclusion’ from PM’s event: LDF holds parallel inauguration of NH-66 Ramanattukara-Vengalam stretch in Kerala’s Kozhikode

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The roadshow led by PWD Minister P.A. Mohamed Riyas in progress on the Ramanattukara-Vengalam reach in Kozhikode, Kerala, on Wednesday. | Photo Credit: K. RAGESH A parallel inauguration of the Ramanattukara-Vengalam reach of the national highway 66 was held in Kozhikode, Kerala, on Wednesday (March 11, 2026) by leaders of the ruling Left Democratic Front (LDF) in protest against the alleged exclusion of State Public Works Department (PWD) Minister P.A. Mohamed Riyas from the official inauguration ceremony opened by Prime Minister Narendra Modi in Kochi. The protest event, launched with a roadshow near Ramanattukara, was led by Mr. Riyas and local party workers who shouted slogans against the Union government flaying the “exclusion” of the Minister from the official function. LDF leaders and elected local body representatives were among the protesters who also accused Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leaders of planning the “deliberate exclusion”. The roadshow led by PWD Minister P.A. Mohamed Riyas on the Ramanattukara-Vengalam reach in Kozhikode on Wednesday. | Video Credit: K. RAGESH “The exclusion is a humiliation to the State. This …