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The Legacy of Siddheshwari Devi: The Thumri Queen of Varanasi

Varanasi, March 18: The narrow lanes of Kashi, known as the city of Shiva, have resonated with the fragrance of music for centuries. Born on Augu

After Centres assurance on LPG supply, Bombay HC disposes of PIL

The petitioners had sought a direction to increase the supply of domestic LPG cylinders to meet the requirements of local consumers

Neymar left out of Brazil squad for World Cup warm-ups

Brazil are set to play France on March 26 in Boston and Croatia on March 31 in Orlando ahead of the tournament in the United States, Mexico and C

Uproar in Haryana Assembly after Congress secures wafer thin win in Rajya Sabha polls

Congress MLAs raised slogans of vote chor, gaddi chhod and stormed the well of the House

Prison outbreak: On the health crisis in Indias prisons

Indias overcrowded jails pose a serious health risk to inmates

Why the affiliation system is outdated

The university affiliation system is now riddled with systemic inefficiencies, archaic academic rigidity, and administrative challenges that impe

Didi Protests To CEC On Top 5 WB Officers' Removal

The Trinamul Congress supremo added, It also undermines the spirit of cooperative federalism and principles of our democratic polity, that forms

APSSB Recruitment 2026: 984 Vacancies Including Constables, Applications Open on March 23

Itanagar, March 18: The Arunachal Pradesh Staff Selection Board (APSSB) has announced a special recruitment drive for a total of 984 Group-C posi

Muslim groups welcome SC observations on womens inheritance rights

SharavathiHydroelectric Project: The cost of energy transition

Protests against the hydroelectric project in the Western Ghats just got new life

No cover for fraud: SC upholds SEBI penalties, rules shareholder approval cannot legalise fund diversion

In a significant ruling, the Supreme Court affirmed that shareholder approval does not grant companies immunity from violations of securities law

Impact of Middle East Conflict on Chinas Exports and Energy Supply

New Delhi, March 18: The ongoing conflict in the Middle East is significantly affecting China. According to media reports, the war has disrupted

Why is SOFI stock down today? Here's what short seller Muddy Waters reveals about SoFi Technologies

SOFI stock: SoFi Technologies' stock declined significantly after Muddy Waters Research disclosed a short position, citing concerns over the comp

Australia Passes Bipartisan Resolution on Tibetan Human Rights in Parliament

Canberra, March 18: The issue of human rights and cultural identity in Tibet is once again gaining prominence on the global stage. Under the lead

Igor Thiago celebrates Brazil call-up with goal in Brentford draw with Wolves

Nearing halftime, the striker tapped into the empty net for his 19th league goal of the season

BJPdiluting rural job scheme: Chhattisgarh Cong. stages protest

Una flogging case: 5 convicts sentenced to 5 years in jail

Court imposes a fine of 5,000 on each convict;the sentencing comes a day after the court found the five men guilty of assaulting four members of

Oscars red carpet: Most controversial looks of all time that shocked and sparked debate

The Oscars red carpet has long been a stage for glamour, but it has also produced some of the most controversial fashion moments in pop culture.

Hardik Pandya Names Wasim Jaffer as His Idol, Surprising Fans with Stats

New Delhi, March 18: In the 2026 BCCI Naman Awards, Indias star all-rounder Hardik Pandya named former opener Wasim Jaffer as his idol. Once, Jaf

Parliament Watch: Panel flags oil shock risks, CPSE crisis; govt updates on US tariffs, repo, Panama leaks

A parliamentary panel has advised the Department of Economic Affairs to establish an energy mitigation framework. This is to safeguard the econom

Rajasthan Schools to Empower Teachers and Students with AI Integration

Mumbai, March 18: Rajasthans Chief Secretary, V. Srinivasan, stated that the thoughtful use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in the education syst

No demolition without notice, MCD assures High Court on Uttam Nagar residents petition in Holi clash case

The MCDs counsel said the statement was applicable only to the houses in question in the case

Kishan Reddy Condemns Cong. Over USCIRF Post

Reddy accused the Congress, led by Rahul Gandhi, of targeting institutions that safeguard India, including the RAW and the RSS which he said was

Hoteliers Promised Fair Supply Of LPG Cylinders

As a precautionary measure, the government is considering Covid-style restrictions

DC Edit | Who Will Call Off This Mad War?

The price of permanent enmity is what the Shia-majority Iran will have to live with in a region dominated by Sunni Muslims. But this is what the

No govt job through employment offices in 5 years in Rajasthan: RTI

Rajasthan faces a significant employment challenge. Over 22 lakh unemployed youth are registered with state employment offices. Shockingly, no go

UN Human Rights Office Condemns Kabul Attack, Calls for Independent Investigation

Geneva, March 18: Amid escalating tensions between Afghanistan and Pakistan, UN High Commissioner for Human Rights Volker Turk has urged effectiv

Woman entitled to maternity leave even if child isn't biological: SC

Tripura Autonomous Council Elections Scheduled for April 13, Political Activity Intensifies in Tribal Areas

Agartala, March 18: The Tripura State Election Commission has announced the dates for the elections to the 30-member Tripura Tribal Areas Autonom

Tribunal stays retirement of Colonel Purohit, acquitted in 2008 Malegaon blast case

Purohit had approached the tribunal seeking promotion to the ranks of Colonel and Brigadier, arguing that his career progression was stalled due

BRS seeks explanation from Rohith Reddy

DMDK treasurer L.K. Sudhish meets Kamal Haasan

DU launches initiative to encourage dialogue between V-C, students

Speaker seeks L-Gs intervention in installing audible signals at traffic intersections

Voter awareness campaign launched in Tiruvallur district

Woman killed as bridge collapses in Roop Nagar; Delhi govt. forms probe panel

Built 33 years ago, it was found unsafe last year and closed for public use: authorities; residents say it served as vital link, was used regular

Retirees could claim new $6,000 tax deduction heres who qualifies and how to get it

New $6,000 tax deduction for retirees can help seniors save money on taxes from 2025 to 2028. People aged 65+ with lower income may qualify and r

Labour shortage fears hit industry amid war, Holi, Ramadan disruptions

Amidst a critical worker deficit, factories and rapid delivery companies are enduring the aftershocks of the Holi holiday, with numerous staff op

Claude Arpi | The Next Battlefield In Tibet: Over Buddhism!

Paradoxically, Beijing wants to teach Buddhism to Tibet. In September 2025, a meeting was convened in Lhasa by Wang Junzheng, the secretary of th

China backs off Trumps call to protect Hormuz, POTUS delays his Beijing visit | U.S.-Iran war

Higher vigil along Vaishno Devi yatra route ahead of Navratri: DIG

Jammu, Mar 17: Deputy Inspector General of Police, Udhampur-Reasi range, Sarah Rizvi on Tuesday reviewed security arrangements at the cave shrine

Modi Discusses Middle East Crisis with UAE President, Extends Eid Wishes

New Delhi, March 18: Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi engaged in a conversation with Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, the President of the

Womanscape: Everyday Lives, Timeless Strength

The exhibition will remain on view until April 10, free and open to all, with viewing hours from 3 pm to 6 pm on weekdays and 11 am to 6 pm on Sa

CM Naidu to Meet Muslim Community Leaders Monthly

Highlighting the need for structured engagement, Fathaullah proposed that the Chief Minister regularly hold informal meetings with leaders of var

Programme focussing on cardiometabolic risk factors in older Indians launched

Doctors remove non-functional portion of lung in infant

Ethiraj College organises drone technology exhibition

Man arrested for throwing toilet acid on estranged wife

LIVE: Americas next war blueprint? Congress grills Pentagon on nuclear power and missile defense

Meteor hits Cleveland Ohio: Where did meteor hit? Will it happen again?

Meteors typically fall somewhere in the U.S. about once a day, while smaller pieces of space dust might fall 10 times an hour, astronomer said.

House oversight subpoenas Attorney General Pam Bondi in escalated Jeffrey Epstein case investigation

House Oversight Chair James Comer has subpoenaed Attorney General Pam Bondi for a deposition on April 14 regarding the Jeffrey Epstein investigat

Air India Group Announces Major Update: 50 Flights from West Asia on March 18

New Delhi, March 18: Air India Group has announced a significant update regarding flights between India and the West Asia region, particularly Sa

HinduMuslim Goodwill Iftar Party Held to Promote Unity

Leaders emphasise communal harmony & the spirit of unity in diversity.

2 Groups Clash at Anantapur GGH

The rival group noticed her and attacked her in the hospital premises. This led to clashes between the two groups in the hospital.

Pradeep C. Nair | How Bangladesh, Nepal & Myanmar Elections Impact Indias Northeast

The current war in the Persian Gulf has critically affected Bangladesh, which imports 95 per cent of its oil needs. Bangladesh has already introd

Mamata Sure Of Win In 226 Seats

Mamata Banerjee, along with her MP nephew Abhishek Banerjee, announced the TMC candidates list

Quote of the day by Jessie Buckley: 'We've all, you know, done things that we think at the time were bad, but actually...' - inspiring lessons on growth and self-reflection by the Oscar-winning actress of Hamnet

Quote of the day by Jessie Buckley: Jessie Buckley's quote reveals how past difficulties shape us. What seems bad now becomes a source of strengt

Assam MP Pradyut Bordoloi quits Congress

The trigger for Bordoloi was the alleged humiliation by State party president Gaurav Gogoi over the selection of candidate for the Laharighat Ass

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I don't know how to have a normal relationship because I try to act normal and love from a normal place and live a normal life, but there is sort

Navratri Special: The Divine Abode of Adishakti, Where Goddess Satis Head Fell

Saharanpur, March 18: The festival of Devi worship, Navratri, begins on March 19 and lasts for nine days. During this time, devotees across the c

India, Pakistan, others tell WTO to facilitate cross-border remittance transfers fairly

India, Pakistan, Morocco, and the Africa Group urged WTO members to commit to a fair and low-cost international financial system for cross-border

Hope Supreme Court records a verdict in my case for future: Sonam Wangchuk on NSA laws' use

Wangchuk addressed his first press conference since his release from Jodhpur Jail after the BJP-led Centre ordered revocation of NSA invoked agai

Pinarayi Vijayan launches election campaign at Dharmadam

Harish Rao alleges 18,000 crore irregularities in HAM tenders

Armenia, Azerbaijan help Indians stranded in Iran return home

Armenia and Azerbaijan are helping Indians stranded in Iran return home. Over 660 Indians have transited through these nations. Many flew back to

US Counterterror Chief Resigns Over Iran War as Israel Claims Killing of Iran's De Facto Leader

Dubai, a major transit hub for international travel, briefly shut its airspace

Ukraine Raises Concerns Over Detention of Citizens in India

New Delhi, March 18: The Ukrainian Ministry of Foreign Affairs has clarified the situation regarding the detention of six citizens in India on Ma

Ships Carrying Domestic Gas to Dock at Vizag on March 20, Says Manohar

Manohar said Eluru district administration is paying attention to horticulture crops. The district has reached the third place from 5th in hortic

Hyderabad: Hundreds of children attend Kids Iftar at Public Garden mosque

Hyderabad:Hundreds of children gathered at the historic Shahi Masjid in Public Garden in Hyderabad on Tuesday, March 18, to take part in a kids i

Omar hosts Iftaar; emphasizes unity, compassion

SRINAGAR, MARCH 17: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Tuesday hosted Iftaar at Sher-e-Kashmir International Convention Center here, bringing togeth

Maharashtra Governor Directs Universities to Submit Quarterly Reports

Mumbai, March 18: Maharashtras Governor and Chancellor of the states public universities, Jishnu Dev Varma, held his first video conference with

Muslim Body Alleges Contradictions on Waqf Lands

Samiti flags land use, pending mosque approvals, seeks action on promises

Terror Funding Case: SC grants bail to Shabir Shah with strict conditions

New Delhi: The Supreme Court of India has granted bail to Kashmiri separatist leader Shabir Ahmed Shah in a terror funding case, imposing strict

Delhi Metro to Submit Report on Hyderabad Metro Operations Today

Hyderabad Metro Rail received the Innovation in Metro Rail and Multimodal Integration Award at the summit for its contribution to integrated urba

Hyderabad See Strong Office Space Demand, Supply

Hyderabad, along with Bengaluru and Delhi-NCR, is expected to anchor this growth cycle

TIMS Sanathnagar inauguration on Ugadi uncertain as construction, staffing gaps persist

India slams Pakistan at UNGA over religious persecution, Afghanistan airstrikes

United Nations, March 17: At the United Nations General Assembly, India strongly criticised Pakistan for what it described as fabricating imagina

Anti-defacement squad removes 350 campaign materials in district

Social Security alert: Millions impacted by drastic change what you must know now

Social Security Warning 2026: Nearly 75 million Americans rely on Social Security every month. Now, experts warn the system could face serious de

Beyond biology: SC backs equal maternity rights for adoptive mothers

The Supreme Court has removed a rule that denied maternity benefits to mothers adopting children over three months old. The court stated that ado

Nara Lokesh Says Sole Goal Is Providing 20 Lakh Jobs; Push for Investments Over MoUs

Lokesh pointed to the employment potential of the Reliance Industries CBG project, calling it just the beginning.

Buzzworks Leases 500 Seats In Mindspace Business Park To Mycomplianceoffice

This is MCOs largest office space in India

Swift Police Action Exposes Hawala Dacoity

The alleged prime conspirator, Md Khusrouddin, along with Md Azeemuddin, was proceeding from Bahadurpura towards Kukatpally on Monday night when

PCB grants more time to MCH to furnish details of waste management

Samtel expands into space tech & drone manufacturing with 200 crore investment

Samtel, a key player in India's defence avionics landscape, is setting its sights on the next frontier: space technologies and drone manufacturin

Afghan Cricketer Criticizes Pakistan Over Kabul Airstrikes

Mumbai, March 18: Afghan cricketer Naveen-ul-Haq has condemned Pakistan for the recent airstrikes in Kabul that resulted in the deaths of 400 peo

Around 1,00,000 flee South Sudan offensive into Ethiopia: UNICEF

Akobo in the eastern state of Jonglei is the latest flashpoint as fighting between the government and opposition has brought South Sudan back to

Assam Railway Project to Enhance Connectivity and Efficiency

Guwahati, March 17: Officials announced on Tuesday that the newly launched Furkating-New Tinsukia railway doubling project will significantly inc

Pakistani attack on Kabul hospital kills 400; India calls it 'barbaric'

India has expressed its strong outrage over the airstrike carried out by Pakistan on a hospital in Kabul, condemning it as a despicable act of ag

Cash-strapped Himachal Pradesh withdraws board heads' cabinet rank, defers payments

This move aims to streamline administration and cut protocol expenses. The state faces a significant financial crunch with a debt of 1.40 lakh cr