LIVE India News updates on March 1: U'khand avalanche: Drone system to locate 5 missing

Stand-up comedian Vir Das humorously criticized Mumbai’s worsening air pollution, comparing it to smoking. He urged urgent action, warning that pollution will define government legacies and harm future generations if unchecked.
 

Himachal CM Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu launched 'Mere Shahar Ke 100 Ratna,' providing free coaching to 6,800 students. CRACK Academy will oversee training, with state support, benefiting students and generating employment.
 

India's GST collections surged 9.1% year-on-year in February 2025, reaching Rs 1.84 lakh crore, fueled by a 10.2% rise in domestic revenues. Net GST collections after refunds stood at Rs 1.63 lakh crore, reflecting economic resilience.
 

The Indian Air Force is airlifting a drone-based intelligent buried object detection system to aid in the search for five missing BRO workers after the Chamoli avalanche. Four fatalities have been confirmed so far.
 

With his fourth Ranji Trophy century, Karun Nair has knocked the BCCI selectors’ door harder by making a strong case for himself for India’s Test tour of England, 

AAP MP Sanjay Singh criticized Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Singh used US President Donald Trump's recent snub of Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy as an example.

A Haryana man, Rammehar, was sentenced to life for murdering a lookalike, setting the body on fire to fake his death, and attempting to claim Rs 1.51 crore in insurance. His plan unraveled after police found him alive in Chhattisgarh.
 

A suicide bomber detonated an explosives-laden vehicle targeting a Pakistan Army convoy in North Waziristan district's Khaddi area. Local media reported multiple casualties.

Ukraine braces for possible halt in US support, eyes stronger alliance with Europe amid Russia's invasion and tensions with the US administration.

Lalchand Rajput backs Virat Kohli to break Sachin Tendulkar's 100-century record, praising his hunger, fitness, and consistency ahead of his 300th ODI.

Junagadh police has solved a sensational murder case bearing eerie similarities to the Bollywood thriller Drishyam, uncovering the brutal killing of a woman whose skeletal remains were found in a well—13 months after she went missing.
 

A report reveals procedural errors by excise officers in the ganja case involving an MLA's son. Key evidence is missing, and crucial medical tests were not conducted, potentially weakening the case against the accused.

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From April 1, vehicles older than 15 years will no longer be allowed to refuel at petrol pumps in Delhi, Environment Minister Manjinder Singh Sirsa announced. 

Amit Shah on Saturday instructed authorities to ensure the unrestricted movement of people across Manipur starting March 8. The directive comes amid ongoing tensions, emphasizing the need to restore normalcy and public mobility in the region.

A family of five from Mysuru and Mandya districts died in a tragic road accident near Chikkinduvadi, Karnataka. Their car collided with a truck while traveling to Male Mahadeshwara Hills, resulting in both vehicles plunging into a field.

Maharashtra's Deputy CM Ajit Pawar confirmed the Pune rape accused was caught hiding in a sugarcane farm using a drone. He assured a thorough investigation and addressed political comments regarding party expansion in Maharashtra.

India may replace Mohammed Shami with Arshdeep Singh against New Zealand in the Champions Trophy due to Shami’s calf discomfort and tactical considerations.

49 out of 55 Border Roads Organisation (BRO) workers trapped in an avalanche near Mana, Uttarakhand, have been safely evacuated.

A Union Bank of India report highlights the rupee's recent depreciation against the US dollar, influenced by RBI policy shifts and escalating trade war risks. The new RBI governor's flexible approach and potential US tariffs are key factors.

Flash floods and landslides in Himachal Pradesh's Kullu district have left vehicles stranded, blocked 583 roads, and disrupted power and water supply. CM Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu urged people to stay cautious amid heavy rains and snowfall warnings.

Prasad Babu, a mechanic from Andhra Pradesh, stole over 100 bikes in Bengaluru, Tamil Nadu, and AP, using a screwdriver and a stone to break locks in under a minute. Police finally arrested him, recovering 112 vehicles.
 

Abhay Singh, known as 'IIT Baba,' claims he was assaulted during a live news debate in Noida. The incident involved saffron-clad individuals and led to a brief protest before police intervention.

The Dearness Allowance case for West Bengal government employees may be heard in the Supreme Court in March. State government employees have long been demanding DA at the central rate, which the state government has not yet provided.

Pune police arrested Dattatray Gade, the prime suspect in the Swargate rape case, after a large-scale search operation in his native village. Gade, a repeat offender, was found hiding in a sugarcane field after attempting suicide multiple times.

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An Australian couple criticised Qatar Airways after being seated next to a deceased passenger for four hours on a Melbourne-Doha flight. Despite empty seats, they were not relocated. Qatar Airways later apologised for the distress caused.

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The Modi government has released a special announcement regarding the 8th Pay Commission. This commission may recommend a minimum of 5 promotions for central government employees.

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A Class 10 student in Kozhikode died from head injuries sustained in a clash between two schools. Police have filed murder charges and are investigating an Instagram group chat where students bragged about the attack.

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The investigation revealed that the techie and his friend, both from Chennai, had gone for a ride on February 22 at around 12:30 pm. While the man had moved to Bengaluru two years ago, his girlfriend joined him last year.

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The SBI report has also revised India's full-year GDP growth estimate for FY25 to 6.5 per cent, up from the earlier estimate of 6.4 per cent in the First Advance Estimates (FAE) published on January 7.

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An IT firm employee in Agra, Manav Sharma, allegedly died by suicide due to strained relations with his wife, sparking uproar and a police investigation.

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To make India a leader in AI, Ambani highlighted three fundamental areas of focus: AI infrastructure, research and development, and skilled talent. He explained that building world-class AI infrastructure is necessary for India's digital transformation.

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi has assured full support from the central government in the ongoing rescue operations to safely evacuate workers trapped in an avalanche-hit area near Mana village in Uttarakhand's Chamoli district.

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Delhi experienced light rainfall in several areas on Saturday morning, while the Air Quality Index (AQI) remained in the 'moderate' category. The IMD has predicted more rainfall and thunderstorms for Delhi-NCR and neighboring regions.

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Tensions flared at the Indo-Bangladesh border as Bangladeshi intruders attacked BSF personnel, injuring one. Mumbai Police also apprehended 16 Bangladeshi intruders in a separate operation.

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According to Health Minister Rao, recent tests conducted by the Food Safety Department found 22 types of metals in tattoo ink samples, raising concerns about potential health risks, including skin diseases caused by microorganisms and heavy metals.

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A total of 33 Border Roads Organisation (BRO) workers trapped under an avalanche near Mana village in Uttarakhand's Chamoli district have been rescued, officials said on Saturday.

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Intense snowfall was reported in the upper Himalayan regions of Lahaul and Spiti. The Meterological Centre in Shimla issued an alert for heavy rain and snowfall in many parts of the State, including the districts of Chamba, Kangra, Kullu, and Mandi.

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