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First randomisation of EVMs, VVPATs in Ramanathapuram

ACB raids Chittoor, Nandyal SROs over allegations of irregularities

Modi, Trump discuss Middle East crisis; all-party meet on March 25

New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday, March 24, spoke to the United States President Donald Trump, focusing on the crisis in the Mi

Delhi presented its first Green Budget, with 1 out of every 5 to be spent on green efforts

The total budget allocation for Environment and Forests has been increased from 505 crore last year to 822 crore this year

Presumption that women officers had no long career in the Armed Forces led to unequal playing field for them: SC judgment

Supreme Court ruling affirms womens right to equal career opportunities and permanent commission in the Armed Forces, addressing systemic biases.

Meat, beef shops to remain closed in Hyderabad on March 31

Hyderabad: All slaughterhouses for cattle, sheep, and goats, and meat shops, including beef shops, will remain closed within city limits on March

Most-Wanted Maoist Leader Sukru Surrenders in Odisha

Carrying a bounty of Rs 55 lakh, he was considered a key figure in the Maoist hierarchy.

In Focus podcast | Is Trump making a u turn on Iran war?

Stanly Johny speaks to us about Trumps tactical pause on Iran and whether it signals de-escalation or a shift in strategy.

Education Minister Praises Delhis People-Centric Green Budget for 2026-27

New Delhi, March 24: Delhis Education Minister Ashish Sood commended the 2026-27 budget presented by Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Tuesday, label

BJP Accelerates Preparations for Historic Jewar Airport Inauguration

Lucknow, March 24: Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to inaugurate the Jewar International Airport on March 28, and the Bharatiya Janata Party

Utter darkness envelops busy road next to Tirunelveli counting centre during night

The busy road adjoining the counting centre connecting the traffic island near Government Engineering College, Tirunelveli, and Reddiyarpatti is

Philippine President declares energy emergency over West Asia conflict risks

Marcos said a Committee has been formed to ensure the orderly movement, supply, distribution and availability of fuel, food, medicines, agricultu

Mohammad Baqer Zolqadr appointed as Irans new security chief

Mr. Zolqadr, who currently serves as the secretary of the Expediency Discernment Council, an advisory body to the Supreme Leader, replaces Ali La

Telangana launches India's first state-negotiated EV discount for Government employees

Telangana is at the forefront of a mobility revolution, championing eco-conscious travel methods. With the launch of enticing discounts on electr

Adani Powers supply to Gujarat falls 15% in 2025 even as demand rises in the State

Adani Power supplied 13,203 million units (MUs) of electricity in 2025, down from 15,491 MUs in 2024

129 Urdu Academy staff went without pay through Ramzan: AIMIM MLA

Hyderabad:Staff at the Telangana Urdu Academys laboratories and libraries have not been paid for five months, Nampally MLA Mohammad Majid Hussain

How Ustad Zakir Hussains daughter Anisa Qureshi is keeping his memory alive

Anisa Qureshi will screen her documentary Zakir Hussain Sessions at a threeday tribute festival organised by KNMA in Delhi to mark the tabla mae

Study finds high consumption of ultra-processed foods linked with reduced fertility in men

New Delhi, Mar 24 (PTI) A new study suggests that consuming higher amounts of ultra-processed foods may be linked to reduced fertility in men, sl

Love Mocktail 3 success: How a small Kannada film withstood the Dhurandhar storm

Love Mocktail 3, the latest instalment of the hit Kannada franchise from Darling Krishna-Milana Nagaraj, is winning hearts in Karnataka, weatheri

PM Modi, Trump hold talks to discuss Middle East war and Strait of Hormuz: US envoy to India

US President Donald Trump and Prime Minister Narendra Modi discussed the escalating Middle East conflict and the critical need to maintain open p

Is Iran Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei really in charge? Donald Trump eyes potential U.S.-backed leader in Tehran, all about him

Ayatollah Ali Khamenei's son Mojtaba Khamenei has inherited the role and its extensive formal powers, but he lacks the automatic authority enjoye

Namo Bharat Launches Wings of Aspirations Campaign to Enhance Womens Safety

New Delhi, March 24: The National Capital Region Transport Corporation (NCRTC) has initiated a significant campaign called Wings of Aspirations a

Rajasthan Royals Acquired in Record $1.63 Billion Deal Ahead of IPL 2026

The deal is still subject to approval from the BCCI

Dayal wont be part of RCB in IPL 2026: Bobat

Good day for Indian archers

Ashish Khazanchi, Anisha Iyer, Sabyasachi Mitter named Chairpersons for AdClub Madras MADDYS 2026

Digital MADDYS undergoes major revamp; Early bird entries open 2nd March for fest themed KISS Keep It Simple Silly.

Harish Rana, Indias first person to be allowed passive euthanasia, dies in AIIMS

NEW DELHI: (Mar 24) Harish Rana, the first person in India to be allowed passive euthanasia, passed away on Tuesday at AIIMS-Delhi after more tha

ICHR Announces Recruitment for 80 Junior Research Fellowships; Apply by April 10

New Delhi, March 24: A significant opportunity has emerged for young individuals interested in the research sector. The Indian Council of Histori

Nitish Kumar Unanimously Elected as JD(U) National President

New Delhi, March 24: Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar has been unanimously elected as the National President of the Janata Dal (United) [JD(U)].

How Singles Celebrate Around the World

From self-love days to global shopping festivals, singlehood gets its own spotlight

After Bengal Minister Says Name Not On SIR List, Questions Over Candidature

Md Ghulam Rabbani, the Bengal minister-in-charge of renewable energy and MLA from Goalpokhar, now faces the question of whether he can contest th

IPL 2026: CSK sign Spencer Johnson for Rs 1.5 crore to replace Nathan Ellis

Chennai Super Kings have signed Australian pacer Spencer Johnson. He replaces injured teammate Nathan Ellis for the 2026 Indian Premier League se

Quote of the Day by German philosopher Heidegger: 'We should never allow our fears or the expectations of others to...'

Martin Heidegger, in his quote, said we should never allow our fears or the expectations of others to set the frontiers of our destiny. This mean

Ae Ajnabi Blends Old and New Love, Kutle Khan Says Folk Music Always Speaks from the Heart

Mumbai, March 24: Music is not just a source of entertainment; it is also a means of expressing emotions. While the style of music may have evolv

CBI Seeks Cancellation of Bail for Manipur Violence Accused in Supreme Court

New Delhi, March 24: The Supreme Court has commenced a new hearing regarding the Manipur violence case. The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI)

Opinion: Opinion | What Iran Might Really Demand From Trump Before It Backs Down

The proposed framework, if it indeed mandates the physical removal of enriched uranium, possibly with external facilitation, marks a significant

Fake Dentist Arrested in Neredmet After 20 Years of Illegal Practice

Unqualified man from Uttar Pradesh ran clinic at night using fake certificates

Gold rebounds Rs 1,200 to Rs 1.44 lakh/10g in Delhi; silver stays flat

New Delhi, Mar 24 (PTI) Gold prices snapped a four-day losing streak and climbed Rs 1,200 to Rs 1.44 lakh per 10 grams in the national capital on

Iranian Missile Strikes Tel Aviv, Causing Casualties and Significant Damage

Tel Aviv, March 24: Israeli officials reported that a missile launched from Iran struck Tel Aviv on Tuesday. The explosion resulted in several in

Jammu and Kashmir Police Successfully Locate Missing Persons

Jammu, March 24: The police in Jammu and Kashmirs Reasi district successfully reunited two missing individuals with their families on Tuesday, br

Thousands Witness Rathotsavam at Kodandarama Swamy Temple

Adorned with garlands and jewellery, the deities were taken in a ceremonial procession through the Mada streets surrounding the temple

Delhi turns to recycled water to quench a thirsty future

Delhi's water demand is rising significantly. The city plans to supply treated wastewater for non-drinking uses like flushing and gardening. This

After doctors create ruckus on road, Bengaluru police launch special drive against reckless riding

Officials said that instead of chasing violators, police will record such acts and pass on the information to the concerned jurisdictional units

How Many Special Courts Needed For Anti-Terror Cases: Supreme Court Asks

The Supreme Court on Tuesday called on 17 states and union territories to identify the number of special courts needed to ensure trials in UAPA,

Odisha's Most Wanted Maoist Leader Sukru, Carrying Rs 55 Lakh Bounty, Gives Up Arms

A native of Malkangiri district, Sukru was considered one of the last remaining Maoist leaders active in the state, he added.

Iran Arrests 466 Over Online Activities Amid War With US And Israel

Iranian authorities have arrested more than hundreds over online activities that they consider to sow propaganda in favour of the enemy.

The Demand for Skilled Actors Remains Strong, Says Hiten Tejwani

Mumbai, March 24: The entertainment industry is rapidly evolving in the digital age. With the rise of social media, influencers are increasingly

Five queer voices explain the impact of the Trans Amendment Bill 2026

The Transgender Amendment Bill is set to be discussed in Parliament today. What will be the impact of amendments to an already existing progressi

Where does the India-U.S. trade deal stand? | Explained

After the U.S. Supreme Court struck down the tariffs imposed by Donald Trump on countries across the world, how did the American President react?

Doctors rally behind Hyderabad paediatrician facing legal notice, call it intimidation

Telangana Senior Resident Doctors Association warned that if the legal notice is not withdrawn promptly, the association, in coordination with ot

Union Minister Pats Chandrababu's Efforts In Extension Of Jal Jeevan Mission

AP Signs MoU For Jal Jeevan Mission 2.0

Quote of the day by Ernest Hemingway: 'Once we have a war there is only one thing to do. It must be...' - life lessons on war, conflict and dispute by Nobel Prize-winning author of The Old Man and the Sea and A Farewell to Arms

Quote of the day by Ernest Hemingway: Ernest Hemingway's profound words on war and commitment resonate deeply, emphasizing that once conflict beg

KKRs captaincy call: Ajinkya Rahanes redemption vs Venkatesh Iyers price-tag fall

Kolkata Knight Riders' auction strategies reveal a shift in focus. Venkatesh Iyer's journey from high price to release and back shows changing va

Naidu Orders Probe into Amaravati Fire Incidents

Suspects possible conspiracy behind recurring incidents; calls for tighter security and surveillance

Global Sensation: Dhurdhar Title Track Rocks NBA Match in San Francisco

San Francisco, March 24: Aditya Dhars film Dhurdhar: The Revenge has captivated audiences, with many having watched it in theaters. Even those wh

Effective Remedies for Dry Cough During Seasonal Changes

New Delhi, March 24: As the weather changes, many people are experiencing dry coughs. The shift from warm days to cool nights can impact our heal

Last-minute rail ticket cancellations to cost more: Vaishnaw explains higher refund deductions

India's Book Piracy Bust Highlights Price Gap Dilemma and Affordability

The raids highlight the scale of piracy in India's book market - and the country's enduring love of reading

United Airlines bets bigger on premium travel as Iran war drives up fuel costs

CHICAGO, March 24 (Reuters) United Airlines on Tuesday unveiled a broad aircraft and cabin overhaul centered on higher-end seating, pressing ahe

After Zomato, Swiggy Raises Platform Fee 17% to 17.58 Per Order

Swiggy raises platform fee to Rs 17.58 per order, aligning with Zomato's recent increase.

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Quote of the Day by Bismarck: Only a fool learns from his own mistakes. The wise man learns from...... Why todays quote by the worlds greatest diplomat and Iron Chancellor of Germany matters more than ever in todays chaotic world order

Quote of the Day by Bismarck: Only a fool learns from his own mistakes The Quote of the Day by Bismarck is gaining traction as global tensions an

Inside Kalai, a new festival that celebrates Chettinads art, architecture, and craft traditions

A new three-day festival by The Lotus Palace Chettinad brings together expert-led talks, temple tours and traditional craft experiences to reintr

What's In Room 501? BJP Dismisses Assam Party's Fake IT Cell Charge

The Asom Jatiya Parishad (AJP) accused Assam BJP of operating a fake IT cell from room No. 501 at the party's Atal Bihari Vajpayee Bhawan in Guwa

BHEL,Tiruchi, gets new Executive Director

High Stakes in Bhawanipur: Mamata Banerjee Faces Off Against Suvendu Adhikari

Kolkata, March 24: As the West Bengal Assembly elections approach, Bhawanipur has emerged as one of the most closely watched constituencies. Chie

Palaniswami Resumes AIADMK Campaign Ahead of Tamil Nadu Elections

Chennai, March 24: Edappadi K. Palaniswami, the General Secretary of the AIADMK and former Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu, is set to restart his el

When Rishabh Is Relaxed, It Makes Him Dangerous. : Justin Langer

If our batting can keep firing and our bowling can keep developing, then weve got a very good team : Justin Langer

Call for basic infrastructure amenities at New Bus Stand

National Conference on GI & IPR Concludes in Udaipur

Udaipur, March 24, 2026 (Udaipur Kiran) A national conference on Geographical Indications (GI) and Intellectual Property Rights (IPR) concluded

Nitish Kumar elected JD(U) president unopposed

The Bihar CM was already serving as the partys president since Lalan Singh resigned from the post ahead of the Lok Sabha polls in December 2023

Ponmudy moves HC to set aside BJP councillors complaint regarding derogatory speech against Vaishnavites, Saivites

A Metropolitan Magistrate at George Town had taken cognisance of the complaint on February 23, 2026 and ordered issuance of summons to the accuse

Israels military to occupy swathe of southern Lebanon, Defence Chief says

Israels strikes on Lebanon have caused widespread destruction across the countrys south and parts of the capital, Beirut, and have killed more th

Srirangam yearns for better infrastructure

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Telangana BJP hails Supreme Court denying SC status to those who converted

Hyderabad: Telangana Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) President N Ramchander Rao on Tuesday, March 24, welcomed the Supreme Court verdict on Schedule

Harish Rana, India's first passive euthanasia case, dies after 13 years in vegetative state

India's first passive euthanasia recipient, Harish Rana, passed away at AIIMS-Delhi after 13 years in a vegetative state. The Supreme Court had p

PM Modi compares fuel crisis to Covid-19 in Parliament; Rahul Gandhi says 'don't forget the deaths'

Rahul Gandhi criticized PM Modi's comparison of the current fuel crisis to the Covid-19 pandemic, highlighting the tragic loss of life during the

Shraddha Arya Celebrates Husband Rahul Nagpals Birthday with Heartfelt Wishes

Mumbai, March 24: Popular television actress Shraddha Arya has made a special mark in the industry with her looks, stylish demeanor, and exceptio

Jharkhands First Floating Solar Power Plant Nears Completion

Ranchi, March 24: The construction of Jharkhands first floating solar power plant is in its final stages. Located at the Getalsud Dam in Ranchi,

Tapped Drinking Water Supply For Every House In AP In 2 Years: Chandrababu

The chief minister noted that the government is working under the 'Har Ghar Jal' programme to provide safe drinking water to every village and ev

Dario Scardapane and Sana Amanat on Daredevil S2: Escalating the action and finding New York moments

Showrunner Dario Scardapane and executive producer Sana Amanat say that the Season 2 of Daredevil: Born Again shows Daredevil becoming a symbol f

Confirmed Ticket Cancelled? You Won't Get a Refund If You Do This. New Railways Rule Explained

Indian Railways has announced a set of upcoming reforms, including stricter ticket cancellation rules, improved passenger flexibility, and new fr

Appur landfills legacy waste gets a green makeover with biomining drive

Tambaram Corporation's biomining project at Appur landfill is progressing well. One-third of the legacy waste has been processed in less than a y

Rajasthan Board Class 10 Result: Bhuwan Chhangani Tops With 99.17 Per Cent

RBSE Board Result 2026: Bhuwan said he did not follow a fixed number of study hours. Instead, he focused on completing daily tasks, studying long

There is absolutely no LPG shortage, Telangana govt assures citizens

Hyderabad: Customers are forming long queues at liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) agencies even as the Telangana government has stated that there is

University of Design, Innovation & Technology (Formerly IIAD) Sets New Milestones By Establishing A University For Creators

University built around a single philosophy: learning by making University of Design, Innovation & Technology (UDIT) established on the found

AAP Legislators Protest Over Fire Safety Concerns in New Delhi

New Delhi, March 24: Opposition leader Atishi, along with other Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) legislators, staged a protest outside the assembly on Tuesd

Greater Noida Boosts Industrial Growth with New Allocations by CM Yogi Adityanath

New Delhi, March 24: Greater Noida is witnessing a significant boost in industrial development. Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has handed over la

Even Moderate Alcohol Consumption Can Deplete Vitamin B12 Levels: Link Decoded

Alcohol consumption can deplete vitamin B12 levels by interfering with its absorption, storage, and transport in the body.

Telangana launches EV discount for government employees

Hyderabad: Telangana Transport Minister Ponnam Prabhakar on Tuesday announced the countrys first state-negotiated electric vehicle (EV) discount