Published : Mar 05, 2025, 08:24 AM ISTUpdated : Mar 05, 2025, 09:49 PM IST

LIVE India News updates on March 5: DGP distances self after daughter Ranya Rao's arrest

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 LIVE India News updates on March 5: DGP distances self after daughter Ranya Rao's arrest

09:49 PM (IST) Mar 05

IPL 2025: Ruturaj Gaikwad reveals how MS Dhoni approached him for CSK captaincy role

Ruturaj Gaikwad reveals MS Dhoni's surprising captaincy handover before IPL 2024, emphasizing the trust placed in him. 

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09:43 PM (IST) Mar 05

Rashmika Mandanna's sweet note about friendships; fans call it BFF goals

Rashmika Mandanna shared a heartfelt note about her friends and reveals how she gets support from her friends. Her heartfelt note got the attention from the fans. 

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09:20 PM (IST) Mar 05

Mazaka actress Ritu Varma's floral outfit grabs limelight; New trend unlocked

Ritu Varma is known for her unique fashion sense and strong character selection in the films. This actress has now come up with a floral outfit that is not just a regular one. Let's see what speciality this dress holds and how is it going to alter the fashion industry. 

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08:59 PM (IST) Mar 05

'Law applies to all': Karnataka government on Ranya Rao's arrest for smuggling 14.8 kg gold

Kannada actress Ranya Rao was arrested by the DRI in Bengaluru for allegedly smuggling 14.8 kg of gold from Dubai. Karnataka’s government stated that the law applies equally to all, as investigations into the case continue.
 

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08:36 PM (IST) Mar 05

Hindustan Shipyard Limited: Evolving with India's maritime industry

Hindustan Shipyard Limited (HSL) has won two key PSU awards, highlighting its growing role in India's maritime and defense sectors. With ambitious expansion plans, it aims for Mini Ratna status and greater self-reliance in shipbuilding and repair.
 

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08:11 PM (IST) Mar 05

Air India fires simulator trainer pilot; 10 pilots grounded amid training lapse probe

Air India has terminated a simulator trainer pilot for failing to properly conduct recurrent training. Ten pilots trained under him are grounded. The airline reported the issue to DGCA and praised the whistleblower.

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08:01 PM (IST) Mar 05

Aamir Khan to Malaika Arora: Bollywood couples who taught importance of staying friends post divorce

Relationships are complex, and handling them as celebrities is a task. With the public eye on all the time, dealing with scrutiny over every move and every word is not a cakewalk.Let's see how these bollywood celebs managed to handle them well. 

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07:31 PM (IST) Mar 05

IND vs AUS, Champions Trophy 2025: Virat Kohli opens up on his approach following his 84-run knock in semis

Virat Kohli's match-winning knock against Australia propelled India into the ICC Champions Trophy final.

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07:11 PM (IST) Mar 05

WWE: Top 5 greatest heel turns ever; where does Cena's moment rank?

A well-executed heel turn can elevate a wrestler's career and leave a lasting impact on the audience. Here are the top 5 heel turns in WWE history.

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07:04 PM (IST) Mar 05

Prayagraj boatman's family, which earned Rs 30 crore during Mahakumbh 2025, credits Yogi and PM for success

Inspired by the 2019 Ardh Kumbh, boatman Pintu Mahara built 70 boats for Mahakumbh 2025, earning Rs 30 crore in 45 days. He credits PM Modi and CM Yogi for supporting local businesses and boosting opportunities.

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06:00 PM (IST) Mar 05

Amritsar police busts drug network, recovers 23 kgs of heroin from village house

Amritsar Rural Police recovered 23 kg of heroin from a village under Punjab’s 'War on Drugs' campaign. The consignment is linked to a U.S.-based smuggler. A case under the NDPS Act has been filed, and investigations continue to trace the smuggling network’s links.

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05:59 PM (IST) Mar 05

UP constable blames wife's 'blood-drinking' dreams for tardiness in hilarious reply to disciplinary notice

A constable in Uttar Pradesh gave a bizarre excuse for repeated tardiness, claiming his wife appears in his dreams, sits on his chest, and drinks his blood. His reply has since gone viral on social media.
 

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05:50 PM (IST) Mar 05

ICC ODI Rankings: Afghan star Omarzai climbs to number 1 spot among all-rounders; Kohli rises 4th in batters

Azmatullah Omarzai is now the top ODI all-rounder after a strong Champions Trophy 2025, while Virat Kohli also moved up to fourth in the batter rankings. 

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05:39 PM (IST) Mar 05

Massive avalanche hits Sonmarg's Sarbal area in J-K, no casualties reported

A massive avalanche struck the Sarbal area of Sonmarg, Jammu and Kashmir, with no casualties reported. The Western Himalayas are prone to avalanches due to natural and human factors. Scientists monitor hazard levels, but precise predictions remain difficult. Preventive measures include sturdy structures and regulation.

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05:28 PM (IST) Mar 05

Ola CEO Bhavish Aggarwal mirrors Elon Musk's workplace strategy, mandates weekly reports

Ola CEO Bhavish Aggarwal has introduced a mandatory weekly reporting system, requiring employees to submit work updates in bullet points. The move, reminiscent of Elon Musk’s directive for US federal workers, comes amid Ola’s restructuring and layoffs.
 

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05:13 PM (IST) Mar 05

'I offered to withdraw my statement': SP's Abu Azmi questions suspension over Aurangzeb remarks (WATCH)

Samajwadi Party MLA Abu Azmi expressed his disappointment after being suspended for the entire duration of the ongoing Maharashtra budget session on Wednesday over his remarks on Mughal emperor Aurangzeb.

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05:06 PM (IST) Mar 05

IND vs AUS, Champions Trophy 2025: Ex-India batter hails Virat Kohli after match-winning knock in semifinal

Ambati Rayudu praised Virat Kohli's match-winning performance against Australia in the Champions Trophy 2025 semifinal, calling him the greatest of all time in ODI cricket.

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04:52 PM (IST) Mar 05

Mani Shankar Aiyar's SHOCKER on Rajiv Gandhi: 'How could a pilot who failed twice become PM?' (WATCH)

BJP leader Amit Malviya on Wednesday shared a video on his official 'X' handle (formerly Twitter) featuring former Union Minister Mani Shankar Aiyar questioning former Prime Minister Rajiv Gandhi's education.
 

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04:37 PM (IST) Mar 05

Yogi Adityanath hits out at SP's Abu Azmi over Aurangzeb remarks: 'UP bhej do, hum upchar karwa lenge' (WATCH)

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Wednesday attacked Samajwadi Party and its Maharashtra MLA Abu Azmi over his controversial remarks on Mughal ruler Aurangzeb.

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04:31 PM (IST) Mar 05

MP SHOCKER! 'He kissed me on lips': Girl molested by 75-year-old in parking lot

A 75-year-old man allegedly molested a 12-year-old girl in a CCTV blind spot of a residential parking lot in Madhya Pradesh's Jabalpur. The terrified girl informed her family, who filed a complaint. The accused is on the run, and police are investigating.  
 

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04:13 PM (IST) Mar 05

Union Cabinet approves ropeway projects for Kedarnath, Hemkund Sahib to boost pilgrim connectivity

The Union Cabinet approved ropeway projects for Hemkund Sahib Ji (₹2,730.13 crore, 12.4 km) and Kedarnath (₹4,081 crore, 12.9 km) to enhance pilgrim convenience and connectivity. These projects will reduce travel time, boost tourism, and create employment in Uttarakhand’s hilly regions.

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04:05 PM (IST) Mar 05

BLACKPINK's Jennie accused of copying Alia Bhatt's Rani theme Song ahead of world tour; Fans outraged

Blackpink Jennie is making headlines over a plagarism issue with her upcoming music track and Indian song Rani Theme from Alia Bhatt and Ranveer singh's film 'Rocky Aur Rani Ki Prem Kahani'. Let's see the real issue and fan reactions to this.

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03:58 PM (IST) Mar 05

Class 10 students assault juniors at Kerala school, share 'reels' of incident and say "beating not enough"

Senior students at Kuttur KMHSS assaulted junior students, filming the incident and sharing it on social media. A police complaint has been filed, and authorities are awaiting a report from the school's anti-ragging committee before taking further action.

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03:54 PM (IST) Mar 05

Jharkhand: Three CRPF jawans injured in IED blast during anti-naxal operation in Chaibasa

Three CRPF personnel, including an assistant commandant, sustained injuries in an IED blast during an anti-Naxal operation in Chaibasa on Wednesday. The injured jawans are being airlifted to Ranchi for medical treatment.

 

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03:38 PM (IST) Mar 05

IND vs AUS, Champions Trophy 2025: Smith hails Virat as 'best chaser' after loss to India in semifinal

Following Australia's loss to India in the ICC Champions Trophy semifinal, Steve Smith praised Virat Kohli as the best chaser in cricket.

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03:33 PM (IST) Mar 05

Teen blackmailed with morphed photos, forced to pay Rs 80 lakh; teacher exposes extortion racket

A 15-year-old girl was blackmailed by a youth who had obtained her private photos and morphed them into explicit images. Terrified of the shame and consequences, she kept her ordeal hidden, believing that paying him off would end the torment.

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03:15 PM (IST) Mar 05

Sadhguru's free meditation app, 'Miracle of Mind' outshines ChatGPT; sees 1 million-plus downloads in 15 hours

Sadhguru’s newly launched meditation app, 'Miracle of Mind', has taken the digital world by storm, surpassing a staggering one million downloads within a mere 15 hours of its release.

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02:53 PM (IST) Mar 05

IND vs AUS, Champions Trophy 2025: Gautam Gambhir slams 'perpetual cribbers' over India 'venue advantage'

Gautam Gambhir refuted claims that India had an unfair advantage by playing all Champions Trophy 2025 matches in Dubai. 

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02:48 PM (IST) Mar 05

Allahabad HC grants bail to 26-year-old rape accused on condition: 'Marry survivor in 3 months'

The Allahabad High Court has granted bail to a 26-year-old man accused of rape, exploitation, and circulating explicit images of the survivor online. However, the bail comes with a condition - he must marry the 23-year-old survivor within three months of his release.

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02:41 PM (IST) Mar 05

Mental Health: 5 proven Japanese techniques to declutter, de-stress, self discovery

Mental health has become one of the most occupied factor in our lives. Daily stress and tensions has become non negotiable in our fast paced lives. Let's look at the 5 most reliable japanese techniques to maintain your mental health.

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02:41 PM (IST) Mar 05

Kerala: 20-year-old woman found dead at husband's house in Kasaragod; family alleges harassment

A 20-year-old woman from Kasaragod’s Padanna, Valiyaparamba, was found hanging at her husband’s house, sparking allegations from her family. They claim she was mentally harassed by her husband and in-laws, leading to her death.

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02:21 PM (IST) Mar 05

IND vs AUS, Champions Trophy 2025: Virat Kohli's childhood coach lauds his big-match temperament (WATCH)

Virat Kohli's match-winning 84 against Australia propelled India to the ICC Champions Trophy final. His coach, Rajkumar Sharma, praised Kohli's ability to perform under pressure, while also lauding the team's overall performance.

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02:10 PM (IST) Mar 05

Zepto charging iPhone users more? Viral Insta video sparks shock, memes and counterclaims (WATCH)

A viral Instagram video claims Zepto charges iPhone users more than Android users for the same products. Prices showed shocking differences, sparking outrage, memes, and counterclaims. Zepto users are now questioning: glitch, algorithm, or strategy?

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02:01 PM (IST) Mar 05

Akhilesh Yadav backs Abu Azmi after Aurangzeb row, Yogi Adityanath questions SP's stand

Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav condemned the suspension of MLA Abu Azmi over remarks on Aurangzeb, calling it an attack on free speech. Maharashtra Speaker suspended Azmi for the session, while UP CM Yogi Adityanath criticized SP for not controlling its leaders' statements.

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01:36 PM (IST) Mar 05

Zelenskyy calls spat with Trump regrettable, proposes Ukraine truce amid aid cut: 'Time to make things right'

Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said on Tuesday that he does not want an 'endless war', and is ready to work under US President Donald Trump's leadership for achieving lasting peace.

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12:49 PM (IST) Mar 05

Here's why ‘Eat Less, Move More’ might not work for you: 5 fitness tips that work

The most popular mantra of fitness over decades is 'eat less, move more.'. It sounds pretty simple, but does it work? Does it work for everyone? Let's find out.
 

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12:49 PM (IST) Mar 05

Trump vows reciprocal tariffs against India, China from April 2: 'India charges auto tariffs higher than 100%'

US President Donald Trump targeted India's import duties in speech to a joint session of Congress on Tuesday (local time). Trump specifically targeted India's tarrifs on automobile imports saying, "India charges us auto tariffs higher than 100%".

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12:37 PM (IST) Mar 05

J-K: CM Omar Abdullah pushes for tourism growth, promises development in Gurez valley

Jammu and Kashmir CM Omar Abdullah highlighted efforts to promote Gurez Valley as a tourist destination. The region received top tourism awards, and commercial rafting began in 2024. Tourist influx surged, with 2.36 crore visitors in 2024, including 65,452 international tourists.

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12:22 PM (IST) Mar 05

BREAKING: Samajwadi Party MLA Abu Azmi suspended from Maharashtra Assembly over remarks on Aurangzeb

To be updated

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12:21 PM (IST) Mar 05

The Price of Independence: Can Europe Secure Itself in a Post-American World?

Donald Trump's bold plan to stop the war in Ukraine has once again raised an important question: Can Europe defend itself without relying on others? If Europe had to take care of its own security, what impact would that have on its economy and finances?

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