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Deep Ocean Mission Awards Fellowships To VSU Students

Fellowships were awarded to M.Sc. Marine Biology students

Per capita income of Delhi to grow at 7.09%: Economic Survey

Only about 57% of 59,300 cr. allocated for schemes, projects in last years budget spent as of March 18: report; it adds that the number of hospit

INLD holds youth conference in Haryanas Jat heartland aiming at political resurgence

Willing to challenge DERC in court, says Sood amid buzz over increase in power rates

The speculation stems from the DERCs decision to issue an order to the government to communicate a change in tariffs to recover accumulated regul

Remembering the Tragedy of Nadimarg: Ashok Pandit Reflects on the 22nd Anniversary of the Massacre

Mumbai, March 24: The Nadimarg massacre, which took place in 2003, marks its 22nd anniversary this year. On the night of March 23, terrorists fro

DMK plea to hold Puducherry polls along with Tamil Nadu on April 23

Bihar Board 12th Result: Lucky Ansari Achieves Second Rank, Inspires Many

Purnia, March 24: The Bihar School Education Board (BSEB) has once again set a record by being the first to announce the 12th-grade results on Mo

Grim future: On the economy, discomfiting data

Indias economic fundamentals need a realistic reassessment

Cong Look South Policy On Seats To Pose Problems In DMK Front

The Congress, which obtained 28 seats after much wrangling in public, has submitted a list of preferred seats for identification process.

Papon to Enchant Bihar with His Melodious Voice at Three-Day Celebration

Patna, March 24: Renowned singer Angarag Mahanta, popularly known as Papon, is set to mesmerize audiences in Bihar with his enchanting voice. He

Anam Promises Aid To Rain-Hit Farmers

Preliminary estimates indicate that around 1,200 hectares of crops

ED restitutes $5.6 billion assets in corruption cases: Director

India hosts 12th Steering Committee meeting of Global Operational Network of Anti-Corruption Law Enforcement Authorities, seeks deeper internatio

Mobile Medical Unit Launched For Doorstep Healthcare In Nandyal

Mobile units with a doctor, nurse & pharmacist will bring free doorstep healthcare and medicines to SC/ST & underserved homes, serving ~100 patie

Sanya to Host Asian Beach Games Torch Relay on March 30

Sanya, March 24: The torch relay for the sixth Asian Beach Games 2026 will take place on March 30, as announced by the organizers on Monday. The

Odisha Aims for Maoist-Free Status by March 31, Says Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi

Bhubaneswar, March 24: Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi announced on Monday that only 15 Maoist cadres are currently active in the state.

Gypsy-Rose Blanchard faces backlash after shocking confession in viral TikTok trend appearance

Gypsy-Rose Blanchard has faced strong online backlash after appearing in a viral TikTok video with influencer Natalie Reynolds. The pair particip

Election awareness campaigns gather momentum in Tirunelveli

Will gold price fall to $4,200 or move upwards to $4,800 and silver price rise to $80 or slip to $60? Gold and silver price movement, analysts insights, market outlook explained. Here's what should investors do now

Will gold price fall to $4,200 or move upwards to $4,800 and silver price rise to $80 or slip to $60? Prices have dropped after global tensions a

West Bengal Increases Bus Fares for Election Duty, Transport Department Informs Commission

Kolkata, March 24: The West Bengal Transport Department has officially notified the Election Commission about the revised bus and vehicle fares d

Bill to amend trans rights law listed for consideration, passing in Lok Sabha on Tuesday

Bill proposes amendments on transgender individuals, the procedure for obtaining a transgender certificate, and compliance requirements for medic

PM Modi expected to visit Russia this year, says Russian foreign minister Sergey Lavrov

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to visit Russia this year. Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov confirmed the upcoming visit. This follows

T.N. SC/ST Commission VC to perform Chairperson duties

NCR cab, autorickshaw drivers strike ends amid mixed response

T.N. Assembly election: DMDK open to give-and-take policy in seat-sharing

T.N. Assembly election: EC appoints Special Observer

Assam Chief Minister Criticizes Gaurav Gogois Leadership Skills

Guwahati, March 24: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma launched a sharp attack on Gaurav Gogoi on Monday. He questioned Gogois leadership a

India committed to advancing just, lasting peace in Palestine, says government

In a written response to a query in the Lok Sabha on March 20, Minister of State for External Affairs Kirti Vardhan Singh also said India attende

Telangana Cabinet Approves Bill To Stop Hate Speech In State

The proposed law aims to check inflammatory speeches, social media posts and acts that incite violence, riots or communal tensions.

Opposition seeks debate on Iran war, hopes Centre prepared to handle after-effects

Opposition leaders are calling for a parliamentary debate following the Prime Minister's address on the West Asia conflict. They want to discuss

14th Century Hero Stone Inscription Found in Prakasam

According to the findings, the heroes lost their lives while rescuing cattle, a theme commonly depicted in hero stones of the period.

Qatar Airways Facilitates Return of 7,750 Indians Amid Embassy Safety Advisory

New Delhi, March 24: Qatar Airways has operated multiple flights from March 20 to 22, ensuring the return of a significant number of Indian citiz

Procuring Scorpenes fastest way to add submarines, ready for production: Naval Group

In an interview with ET, Naval Group executive VP Eric Balufin said India can become a hub for the upgradation and sustenance of submarines in th

NAREDCO Welcomes Changes to Building Rules

Executive members of Naredco address a press meet in Hyderabad on Wednesday.

NIA conducts searches in J&K in Delhi Red Fort blast probe

The National Investigation Agency is actively investigating the Delhi Red Fort bomb blast. Extensive searches were conducted across Jammu and Kas

ECI Allots Slots For Parties In DD, AIR

A notification from ECI said digital time vouchers had been issued through the IT platform to all the recognized National and State Political Par

Proactive steps needed to limit adverse spillovers of Iran war: RBI report

The report added that foreign exchange reserves remain adequate to provide a cushion against external shocks. Forex reserves were at $709 billion

ECI urged to issue postal ballots to candidates contesting elections

Former Tamil Nadu Information Commissioner says many candidates unable to cast vote as their constituency was far away

Input costs may deny exporters edge gained from rupee at record low. Textiles, leather, agro products, carpets may benefit

The Indian rupee has reached an unprecedented low against the US dollar. While this opens up favorable avenues for exporters, the simultaneous ri

Northeast Youth Festival Reflects Prime Minister Modis Vision, Says Nagaland Minister

Kohima, March 24: The five-day 9th Northeast Youth Festival 2026 concluded at the Chumoukedima Football Stadium in Dimapur, celebrating the vibra

India and UAE focus energy on economy, Hormuz & security

India and the UAE held talks on the West Asia conflict's impact. Discussions covered regional security, economy, and energy. Maritime security, e

SSTs told to intensify vehicle check: Madurai Commissioner of Police

Tamil Nadu Assembly election 2026: MDMK releases manifesto; calls for total prohibition, life imprisonment for sexual offenders

In its manifesto released on Tuesday (March 17, 2026) by party general secretaryVaiko, the MDMK said Tamil Nadu should be free from liquor and ot

Pakistani Army Accused of Enforced Disappearance of Student in Balochistan

Quetta, March 24: A troubling case of enforced disappearance has emerged in Balochistan, highlighting the alarming trend of youth going missing a

RTO in Vizag Receives Bomb Threat via Email

Police said the e-mail, traced to Chennai, warned of a bomb at the RTO premises and also demanded withdrawal of CBI cases against former Tamil Na

Bill to amend laws governing companies and LLPs introduced in Lok Sabha

An innovative proposal is on the table aimed at transforming business operations in India. This bill introduces simplified guidelines for share b

Colombia Military Plane with 110 Soldiers Crashes Near Peru Border

Colombias defence ministry confirmed on Monday that a military aircraft carrying 110 soldiers crashed in the countrys southern region near the bo

Man Loses 84.81 Lakh In Fake Trading App Scam

Police said the victim was shown virtual profits and fake IPO allotments, and was added to a WhatsApp group where purported members displayed fab

Ladakhi leaders say Wangchuk should be part of Ladakh-Centre talks panel

Ladakhi delegates are urging the inclusion of environmentalist Sonam Wangchuk in future talks with the Centre, following his release from NSA det

Quote of the Day by Elvis Presley: I was training to be an electrician. I suppose I got wired the wrong way round somewhere along the line.

Elvis Presley rose from a poor childhood to become a global music star. He changed rock and roll with his unique voice and stage style. His early

The evolving diagnostic landscape for tuberculosis

Strengthening the tuberculosis testing infrastructure with an expanded diagnostic toolbox will improve outcomes and support TB elimination effort

Who was Valerie Perrine? Oscar-nominated Superman and Slaughterhouse-Five actress dies at 82

Oscar-nominated actress Valerie Perrine, celebrated for her roles in Superman and Lenny, has passed away at 82. Her career, marked by bold perfor

Drug-resistant TB poses a health emergency in India

Political resolve is required to protect people through early detection, safer treatment, holistic support, and committed follow-up

BJP Reinforces Commitment Ahead of Local Elections: Jagdish Vishwakarma

Gandhinagar, March 24: The Gujarat unit of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) urged its members on Monday to intensify grassroots outreach ahead of

From disease-specific to person-centred care

By using TB as an entry point, integrated healthcare delivery can optimise and improve public health efficiency

Symposium to promote lifelong learning and combat misinformation

A decade of building Indias TB Champion movement

Survivors become TB Champions, supporting treatment, awareness and community engagement

Era of terror in J&K over, no space for terror ecosystem: LG

438 terror victim families given job letter since 2025 Jammu Tawi, Mar 23: Asserting that the era of terror and terrorism in Jammu and Kashmir is

Supply woes spur call for easing quality curbs on critical imports

Indian industries are seeking relaxed quality control rules. This move aims to secure vital components from alternative sources like China. Suppl

Tamil Nadu Assembly election 2026: Vijay, TVK seniors eye Chennai constituencies

Vijay is highly likely to make his electoral debut from the Perambur constituency, sources in the party say

72 pvt member bills to be listed, but passage unlikely

Srinagar, Mar 23:As many as 72 private member bills are scheduled to be listed for introduction in the second leg of the budget session starting

Jammu Univ panel recommends removing Jinnah, Sir Syed, Iqbal from PG syllabus; J&K minister, BJP neta oppose proposal

A University of Jammu committee recommended removing Jinnah, Sir Syed Ahmad Khan, and Iqbal from the MA Political Science syllabus following ABVP

Assam Rifles DG Calls for Enhanced Vigilance Along India-Myanmar Border and in Kashmir Valley

Shillong, March 24: Lieutenant General Vikas Lakhera, the Director General of Assam Rifles, emphasized the need to maintain security and integrit

Three Day Custody For Moinabad Drug Case Accused

The main accused in the case are Pilot Rohit Reddy, his brother Ritesh Reddy, Eluru MP Putta Mahesh Kumar and Delhi-based businessman Namith Shar

$5,000 up for grabs: Key deadline nears in $2.45 million Panda Express settlement claim - act before it's gone

Panda Express $5,000 settlement claim 2026: Panda Restaurant Group faces a deadline for a $2.45 million settlement. Affected individuals can clai

J&K to get its first automatic weather station

Union Govt plans deployment of 200 Agro-AWS across country New Delhi, Mar 23:The Union Government on Monday said that one Automatic Weather Stati

Election Commission Removes 73 Returning Officers in West Bengal Ahead of Polls

Kolkata, March 24: The Election Commission of India (ECI) took a significant step on Monday evening by removing 73 returning officers (ROs) in We

Blast outside a home in Samba; NIA, NSG teams visit site

Jammu Tawi, Mar 23:A mysterious blast outside the house of a former sarpanch in Samba district early Monday shook the neighbourhood, officials sa

The need to integrate nutrition in TB care

For most patients with TB who are severely underweight, nutritional support is an essential and not optional part of treatment

Mental health of TB patients should not be overlooked

Studies from India have shown that at least one-third of people with TB experience symptoms of depression or anxiety

T.N. Assembly election: CPI(M) accepts five-seat offer, signs pact with DMK

Though not satisfied, we accepted the seats because we do not want to create a favourable condition for the AIADMK-BJP combine, says CPI(M) State

J&K being developed as mountain tourism hub

New Delhi, Mar 23:The Centre on Monday said that Jammu and Kashmir is receiving focused attention under various central tourism schemes aimed at

Union Minister Inaugurates 600-Crore Mall In Vizag

Strengthening Vizag as key logistics hub: Union minister

Ward Secretariat Staff Held for Taking 80,000 as Bribe

The arrest followed a complaint by Dwarapureddy Akshay Ganesh of Sivajipalem, who alleged that the official sought money to update municipal reco

Reinvested Dabur dividends created valuable non-core assets: Gaurav Burman

The Burman familys strategic foresight over the past three decades has led to the creation of an impressive portfolio of non-core assets through

Farm exporters take costly detours as Middle East conflict disrupts trade

Indian horticulture exporters are rerouting shipments to alternative Middle East ports like Khor Fakkan. This move aims to bypass congestion and

No CGHS wellness centre in Ladakh

Says fixed medical allowance, hospital reimbursements provided Srinagar, Mar 23:The Government of India (GoI) on Monday said that no Central Gove

Govt Focus on Upgrading BC Hostels, Says Minister

She inspected a BC Girls Hostel in Rajamahendravaram along with MLA Gorantla Buchaiah Chowdary and reviewed facilities provided to students.

Nirav Modi appears in person to fight Rs 100 crore Bank of India case in London

Fugitive jeweller Nirav Modi appeared in a London court to contest a Rs 100 crore claim by Bank of India. The bank seeks repayment of a loan to h

Adopt Alternatives to LPG, Consumers Told

At a meeting with hotel and tourism officials on Monday, she cited global supply disruptions due to geopolitical tensions affecting LPG availabil

Odisha Government Issues Heat Safety Guidelines for Workers

Bhubaneswar, March 24: The Odisha government has issued several guidelines aimed at preventing heat-related fatalities among workers, in response

Parliament watch: No GST impact study, govt not considering farm loan waiver, jobs for Agniveers, and SASCI near full disbursal

The finance ministry has stated no formal study on GST rate rationalization's inflationary impact has been conducted, though lower rates are expe

ED attaches Rs 16.86 lakh in digital arrest case

Srinagar, Mar 23:The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has provisionally attached Rs 16.86 lakh in a digital arrest cyber fraud case involving imperso

Maintain Coal Stocks to Meet Summer Power Demand: Vijayanand

Vijayanand instructed officials to closely monitor stock levels and ensure seamless coordination with ports and the Railways for timely coal supp

Ex-Tehsildar convicted in 2010 bribery case

Srinagar, Mar 23:A Special Anti-Corruption Court in Srinagar on Monday convicted former Tehsildar Chadoora, in a 2010 bribery case and sentenced

High Court Refuses Interim Order on Name, Gotra of Bhadradri Rama

Justice Surepalli Nanda heard the petitions challenging alleged deviations in the manner the presiding deity, Lord Sri Rama, was addressed during

BRS Cadre Stage Dharna Against Delay in Rail Works Under Bridge

Ramanna also alleged that the BJP MLA played a game of constructing the under-bridge just before the municipal elections, dug up and removed the

Headline numbers mask AGPs steady slide despite 10 years in power

BJPs junior ally in Assam gets the same number of seats to contest as last time, but a granular analysis reveals slipping ground

13,929 posts vacant in public health system in Telangana, DME and TVVP worst-hit

Kerala Assembly Elections 2026: 120 candidates file nominations in Ernakulam as deadline ends

High Court issues notices to Danam, Speaker