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Union ministers Dharmendra Pradhan, Pralhad Joshi hit out at Kharge over ‘poisonous snake’ remark against PM Modi
Indian Congress national president Mallikarjun Kharge caused controversy when he referred to Prime Minister Narendra Modi as a "poisonous snake". The remarks were made in a public address in Kalaburagi, Karnataka. BJP leaders and union ministers have condemned the comments, with Union Minister Dharmendra Pradhan suggesting that Kharge was trying to "appease his political masters". Kharge later clarified that he had not been attacking Modi personally, but rather the ideology of the BJP.

BJP is shameless, they looted the state in four-year regime: Karnataka Minister Ramalinga Reddy on the Nagamohan report
Karnataka Minister Ramalinga Reddy criticized the BJP for allegedly trying to politically undermine the Congress party and its leaders, Chief Minister Siddaramaiah and Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar. He accused the BJP of corruption during their tenure and discussed the findings of a report by Justice Nagamohan Das, which investigates claims of a 40% commission in government contracts.

Bengaluru to get double-decker flyovers, tunnel roads to ease traffic
Bengaluru's Deputy Chief Minister D K Shivakumar announced plans for infrastructure projects, including double-decker flyovers and tunnel roads, to combat traffic congestion. He emphasized the importance of the Peripheral Ring Road and other initiatives, with a budget of ?9,000 crore for flyovers and ?3,000 crore for buffer roads. A total of 320 km of new roads are under construction.

Delhi Police step up vigil across capital ahead of Holi, Ramzan Friday prayers
Delhi Police have increased security ahead of Holi and Ramzan's Friday prayers, deploying over 25,000 personnel and using drones for surveillance. They are monitoring over 300 sensitive locations and conducting regular meetings with community leaders to ensure peaceful celebrations. Traffic police will enforce strict measures against drunk driving and other violations during the festivities.

Ranya Rao case: Everything looks fishy here, says BJP MLA Bharath Shetty
BJP MLA Bharath Shetty criticized the Karnataka government's withdrawal of the CID probe into the Ranya Rao gold smuggling case, suggesting it aims to protect officials from scrutiny. He described the situation as suspicious, noting parallels with previous corruption inquiries. Meanwhile, the DRI has requested a CBI investigation into the case, which involves actress Ranya Rao, arrested for smuggling gold.

Techie suicide case: HC refuses to interfere with FIR lodged against wife, in-laws
The Allahabad High Court has upheld an FIR against Nikita Sharma and her family for allegedly abetting the suicide of her husband, Manav Sharma, an IT executive. The court found sufficient grounds for the FIR, dismissing a petition from her father, who claimed the allegations were baseless. Manav committed suicide on February 24, 2024, following alleged harassment.

Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah receives report on ‘40 per cent commission’ allegations
The Justice H N Nagamohan Das Commission submitted a 20,000-page report to Chief Minister Siddaramaiah, investigating the '40 per cent commission' allegations against the former BJP administration. The Karnataka State Contractors’ Association claimed excessive commissions were charged in government tenders, prompting a detailed inquiry into contracts from July 2019 to March 2023, which became a significant issue in the recent elections.

Gurugram Weather and AQI Today: Warm start at 19.02 °C, check weather forecast for March 13, 2025
On March 13, 2025, Gurugram's temperature is 33.31 °C with a forecasted range of 19.02 °C to 36.52 °C. Humidity is at 17%, and wind speed is 17 km/h. Tomorrow's temperatures are expected between 22.22 °C and 34.4 °C. The air quality index stands at 184.0, advising sensitive individuals to limit outdoor activity.

Noida Weather and AQI Today: Warm start at 19.16 °C, check weather forecast for March 13, 2025
On March 13, 2025, Noida's temperature is 32.85 °C, with a forecasted range of 19.16 °C to 36.16 °C. Humidity is at 17%, and wind speed is 17 km/h. The AQI is 235, indicating poor air quality, advising vulnerable groups to stay indoors. Tomorrow's forecast predicts temperatures between 22.83 °C and 33.14 °C.

Indore Weather and AQI Today: Warm start at 20.1 °C, check weather forecast for March 13, 2025
On March 13, 2025, Indore's temperature reaches 34.52 °C, with a forecasted range of 20.1 °C to 36.12 °C. Humidity is at 9%, with a wind speed of 9 km/h. Tomorrow's temperatures are expected to be 21.85 °C to 36.19 °C. The air quality index stands at 76.0, indicating good air quality.

Ranchi Weather and AQI Today: Warm start at 18.06 °C, check weather forecast for March 13, 2025
On March 13, 2025, Ranchi's temperature is 29.26 °C with a forecasted range of 18.06 °C to 35.03 °C. Humidity is at 21% and wind speed is 21 km/h. Tomorrow, temperatures are expected to reach between 22.57 °C and 36.84 °C. The air quality index stands at 125.0, indicating moderate air quality; caution is advised for sensitive groups.

Haridwar Weather and AQI Today: Warm start at 15.44 °C, check weather forecast for March 13, 2025
On March 13, 2025, Haridwar's temperature is 28.16 °C, with a forecasted range of 15.44 °C to 33.16 °C. Humidity is at 21%, and wind speed is 21 km/h. Rain is expected, and the AQI is 55, indicating good air quality. Tomorrow's forecast predicts temperatures between 16.27 °C and 31.9 °C.

Chandigarh Weather and AQI Today: Warm start at 18.55 °C, check weather forecast for March 13, 2025
On March 13, 2025, Chandigarh's temperature is 31.71 °C, with a forecasted range of 18.55 °C to 32.42 °C. Humidity is at 18%, and wind speed is 18 km/h. The AQI is 55.0, indicating good air quality. Tomorrow's forecast shows similar temperatures and increased humidity. Residents are advised to plan outdoor activities accordingly.

Pune Weather and AQI Today: Warm start at 24.37 °C, check weather forecast for March 13, 2025
On March 13, 2025, Pune's temperature is 33.93 °C, with a forecasted range of 24.37 °C to 37.09 °C. Humidity is at 17%, and wind speed is 17 km/h. The AQI is 182.0, indicating moderate air quality. Tomorrow's forecast predicts similar temperatures and lower humidity. Residents are advised to plan outdoor activities accordingly, especially those sensitive to heat.

Mumbai Weather and AQI Today: Warm start at 27.84 °C, check weather forecast for March 13, 2025
On March 13, 2025, Mumbai's temperature is 30.66 °C with humidity at 51% and wind speed at 51 km/h. The AQI is 294, classified as poor, advising sensitive groups to stay indoors. Tomorrow's forecast predicts temperatures between 27.31 °C and 29.63 °C. Residents are urged to plan outdoor activities cautiously due to heat and air quality concerns.

Lucknow Weather and AQI Today: Warm start at 18.99 °C, check weather forecast for March 13, 2025
On March 13, 2025, Lucknow's temperature reaches 35.33 °C, with a forecasted range of 18.99 °C to 37.79 °C. Humidity is at 14% and wind speed is 14 km/h. The air quality index is 139, indicating moderate air quality. Tomorrow's temperatures are expected to be between 21.81 °C and 38.68 °C, with 10% humidity.