Latest news today (March 9): Presenting FE’s Breaking News today. We will keep you updated on all major news, views and much more throughout the day.

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17:51 (IST) 9 Mar 2024
Uttar Pradesh LIVE: Police arrest man in connection with attempt to molest a girl in Aligarh

Uttar Pradesh police have arrested a man in Aligarh for allegedly attempting to molest a minor girl on Saturday.

17:21 (IST) 9 Mar 2024
Uttar Pradesh LIVE: Over 70 students in Greater Noida hospitalised over suspected food poisoning

A total of 76 students were hospitalized due to food poisoning following their meal in the Knowledge Park region of Greater Noida. Law enforcement officials reported that these students, hailing from Aryan Residency and Lloyd Hostel within the jurisdiction of the Knowledge Park police station, were among those admitted.

16:50 (IST) 9 Mar 2024
Tamil Nadu LIVE: Forest fire breaks out in Madurai’s Madakkulam Sri Kabaleeswari Amman temple hill

A Forest fire broke out at Madurai’s Madakkulam Sri Kabaleeswari Amman Temple hill. More details are awaited.

15:15 (IST) 9 Mar 2024
IPL 2024 LIVE: BCCI announces ‘Test Cricket Incentive Scheme’ to boost participation in red-ball game

Following India‘s thumping series win over England, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) secretary Jay Shah on Saturday announced the ‘Test Cricket Incentive Scheme’ for the senior men’s team, which will give players extra incentive other than the usual match fees for taking part in the longest format of the game.

14:34 (IST) 9 Mar 2024
India vs England Test 5th Test Day 3 LIVE: India beat England with 4-1 series win!

In a memorable 100th Test appearance, Ashwin left an indelible mark by scalping five wickets in England’s second innings, adding to his impressive four-wicket haul in the initial innings. (READ MORE)

14:31 (IST) 9 Mar 2024
Karnataka LIVE: Wild elephant enters residential locality in Karntaka’s Kodagu district, triggers panic

A wild elephant entered Kodagu district of Karnataka on Saturday morning triggering panic among local residents. A video of the baby tusker entering Ponnampet locality captured by locals has been shared on social media platforms.

12:48 (IST) 9 Mar 2024
Assam LIVE: PM Modi encourages tourism, conservation efforts during visit to Kaziranga National Park

Prime Minister Narendra Modi embarked on a visit to Kaziranga National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage site nestled in the heart of Assam. His presence not only highlighted the importance of preserving India‘s natural treasures but also underscored the need for sustainable tourism practices.

11:41 (IST) 9 Mar 2024
Noida LIVE: 76 Greater Noida hostel students hospitalised due to suspected food poisoning

As many as 76 students were hospitalised due to suspected food poisoning after having dinner made for those observing Mahashivratri fast at a private hostel in Uttar Pradesh’s Greater Noida, police said on Saturday.

09:44 (IST) 9 Mar 2024
Bengaluru LIVE: Rameshwaram Cafe reopens eight days after blast, tight security ensured


The Rameshwaram Cafe in Karnataka‘s Bengaluru reopened for customers on Saturday morning, almost eight days after an explosion that left at least ten people injured. The blast took place at the cafe in Bengaluru’s Whitefield area on March 1.(READ MORE)

09:43 (IST) 9 Mar 2024
Delhi LIVE: Delhi Police condemns Inderlok viral video incident, urges people to maintain harmony

Delhi Police issued a statement on Friday expressing remorse over a viral video allegedly showing a police officer beating individuals praying on a road in the Inderlok area. The department condemned the incident and called for communal harmony among citizens.

09:42 (IST) 9 Mar 2024
Bihar LIVE: Amit Shah to address public meeting in Bihar’s Paliganj today

Union Home Minister Amit Shah is set to address a public meeting with people belonging to Other Backward Caste (OBC) and Economically Backward Class (EBC) at Paliganj near Patna in Patliputra Lok Sabha Constituency on Saturday ahead of the Lok Sabha 2024 election.

09:41 (IST) 9 Mar 2024
West Bengal LIVE: PM visits Kaziranga National Park, Assam

Prime Minister Narendra Modi took the elephant and jeep safari inside Assam’s Kaziranga National Park and Tiger Reserve on Saturday morning, an official said.