Tue Mar 11 12:30:00 UTC 2025: ## National News Headlines: March 11, 2025

**Rising Obesity a Growing Threat to Nation’s Health:** Concerns are mounting over India’s increasing obesity rates, posing a significant threat to the nation’s health, according to a report released today. (Source: Yoga)

**Parliament Budget Session Marked by Heated Exchanges:** The second phase of the Budget Session in Parliament began today with heated exchanges between the ruling party and the opposition. (Source: Super 100, Parliament Session Live)

**India’s Air Quality Remains Critically Poor:** Thirteen of the world’s twenty most polluted cities are located in India, with one city topping the infamous list. (Source: unnamed)

**Ambulance Dragged 100 Meters by Train:** A shocking incident occurred when an ambulance carrying patients became stuck on railway tracks and was dragged by an oncoming train for 100 meters. (Source: unnamed)

**Hindu Activist Sparks Controversy:** Hindu activist Chakravarti Sulibele’s controversial statement urging followers to convert girls from other religions has ignited widespread debate. (Source: unnamed)

**PM Modi Receives Warm Welcome in Mauritius:** Prime Minister Narendra Modi received a rousing welcome in Mauritius, participating in the national day celebrations. (Source: unnamed, Photos)

**Russia Thwarts Major Ukrainian Offensive:** Russia claims to have successfully thwarted a large-scale Ukrainian attack planned near Moscow. (Source: unnamed)

**Multiple International Incidents Reported:** A helicopter crash in Mississippi claimed three lives; former Philippines President Duterte was arrested; a boat capsized in Congo resulting in 25 deaths, including several footballers; and a collision involving an oil tanker in the North Sea left 37 people rescued. (Source: unnamed)

**Other News:** The news also includes updates on the Champions Trophy, including the announcement of new central contracts and the controversy surrounding the closing ceremony; the lifting of the suspension on the Indian Wrestling Federation; the arrest of a Samajwadi Party MLA’s daughter-in-law; Bollywood news; the release of South Indian films for Holi; and updates on the stock market and IndusInd Bank shares. Additionally, details regarding the Prime Minister Internship Scheme 2025 deadline (March 12th) and increased fellowships for PhD students in Delhi were reported.

**Horoscopes and Astrological Predictions:** Daily and love horoscopes, along with details about Bhaum Pradosh Vrat and Rangbhari Ekadashi, were also featured. (Source: Aaj Ka Rashifal, various astrological sections)

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