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Mumbaikars are facing intense heat as temperatures reached 37.4°C, 4.4° above the seasonal average. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) forecasts temperatures to rise further, peaking at 38°C by Sunday. The latest spike is attributed to strong easterly winds and could last through March 11.

In Nuh, 34 people were arrested for taking the Class X Haryana exams on behalf of others, with most motivated by personal relationships. Strict measures, including police presence and physical barriers, were implemented to curb cheating across various exam centers in the state.

Kane Williamson stresses the importance of learning from New Zealand's earlier defeat to India as they prepare for the Champions Trophy final against the same opponents in Dubai on March 9. New Zealand advanced after a 50-run win over South Africa with standout performances from Williamson, Rachin Ravindra and Mitchell Santner.

Playback singer Kalpana Raghavendar was found unconscious in her Hyderabad home, leading to hospitalization. She clarified that the incident was an accidental overdose of insomnia medication due to stress from a disagreement with her daughter over education. Kalpana attempted to sleep by consuming multiple tablets but lost consciousness instead. Her husband, unable to reach her, sought help, leading to her rescue. Kalpana's daughter dismissed suicide rumors, assuring the family's well-being. Kalpana, with a career spanning over 1,500 songs, is expected to recover shortly.

Kannada actor Ranya Rao was intercepted at KIA with 14.2kg of gold bars concealed in a belt. Subsequent searches at her residence uncovered ₹2.1 crore worth of gold ornaments and ₹2.7 crore in cash. Investigations suggest these were linked to a prominent politician.

The U.P. STF succeeded in recovering some explosives material and illegal arms from the terrorist

Khalistani extremists in London heckled and attempted to attack external affairs minister S Jaishankar. The incident occurred during Jaishankar’s UK visit to strengthen the India-UK strategic partnership. Police officers present appeared unresponsive to the vandalism.

Border Protection and Development Minister Atul Bora named Arunachal Pradesh, Meghalaya, Mizoram, and Nagaland in response to a question in the Assam Assembly

Taking a dig at Mr. Kumar, the RJD leader alleged that Bihar CM has spoiled the future of two generations in his 20 years of rule and if the JD(U) leader gets another chance to rule then the future of the third generation would also be destroyed.

The Los Angeles Lakers plan to convert Jordan Goodwin's two-way contract into a standard NBA deal as they prepare for the playoffs. Goodwin has become a key player, averaging 6.1 points, 3.8 rebounds, and 1.0 assists per game. To make space, the Lakers are likely to waive Cam Reddish. A multi-year contract for Goodwin is also anticipated.

President Donald Trump issued a final warning to Hamas, demanding the immediate release of American hostages in Gaza. This follows his meeting with former hostages and signals the US's direct engagement with Hamas representatives in Qatar, breaking from longstanding US policy.

Naidu takes up issues such as inter-linking of rivers to ensure irrigation for the parched Rayalaseema region and the need to expedite infrastructure projects

Treasurer Vijay Inder Singla put in charge of the department

Maharashtra Women and Child Development Minister Aditi Tatkare said that the eligibility criteria for the scheme has not been changed

Asked if the Indian government acknowledges some of its shortcomings on human rights in J&K, Jaishankar said the government had, for political reasons, been at the receiving end of campaigns around human rights

“I think we see a President and an administration which, in our parlance, is moving towards multi-polarity. And that is something which suits India,” Jaishankar said

China announced a 7.2% hike in its defence budget, bringing it to over $245 billion, reflecting its continued military modernization. This intensifies strategic challenges for the US and India, particularly in the Indo-Pacific region, amid mounting geopolitical tensions. On the other hand, India's defence budget remains constrained by operational shortfalls and spending limitations.