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Stock Markets Tumble for 3rd Day as West Asia Turmoil

The 50-share NSE Nifty tanked 488.05 points, or 2.06 per cent, to end at 23,151.10

Four Crew Members Killed After US Refuelling Aircraft Crashes In Western Iraq, Confirms CENTCOM

Florida [US], Mar 13: The United States Central Command (US CENTCOM) on Friday confirmed the deaths of four crew members after a US refuelling ai

NHRC Seeks Report from Telangana, 4 States on Rising Missing Persons Cases

The Commission has issued notices to the Chief Secretaries and Directors General of Police of Bihar, Odisha, Telangana, Maharashtra and Rajasthan

Former AIFF general secretary Kushal Das dies

Before entering football administration in 2010, Das had served as Chief Financial Officer of ICC

Ahead of polls, Mamata says her government will constitute development boards for five communities

I am pleased to announce that our government intends to constitute soon five new Cultural and Development Boards for the Munda (ST), Kora (ST), D

After the Nur Khan airbase attack, Afghanistan claims it destroyed Pakistan's Kohat military base

Afghanistan launched drone strikes on Pakistani military sites in Kohat. This action followed recent Pakistani artillery and airstrikes along the

Silver sinks 2% to 2.62 lakh/kg in futures trade as inflation worries weigh

In the international market, silver futures on the Comex for the May contract slipped $2.21, or nearly 3%, to $82.89 per ounce

Kochi Corporation in Kerala faces huge biomedical waste backlog as incinerator capacity is reduced

One of two incinerators at Common Bio-Medical Waste Treatment Facility of KEIL remained shut for 15 days last month. Though the incinerator is ba

Days after launching party, V. Pugazhendi pledges support to DMK

After Jayalalithaas demise, when the AIADMK faced a leadership crisis, Mr. Pugazhendi threw his weight behind Jayalalithaas aide Sasikala and her

Government update on West Asia crisis | Inter-Ministerial briefing | LIVE

No IFs and BUTs!: Senate erupts as Moreno schools Democrats on TSA funding bill amid DHS shutdown

Were all trapped in Donald Trumps 1980s worldview

Russia reportedly provided Iran with target data for attacks on US military assets in the Persian Gulf, while Ukraine offered counter-drone techn

The future of hospitality in the age of AI

AI is neither the saviour nor the villain of hospitality

Revanth Reddys benami firm given Rs 2,500 cr contracts: KTR seeks central probe

Hyderabad: Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) working president KT Rama Rao (KTR) has written to Union Home Minister Amit Shah alleging serious irregul

Why is Iran not bowing down despite Khameneis elimination? Viral video reveals a 40-Year-Old asymmetric war plan

Iran's military strength despite leadership losses is a global question. A viral video suggests a 40-year-old asymmetric warfare strategy. This d

U.S. opens unfair trade practices probe of 60 countries, including India, over forced labor

The list of 60 countries and economies includes some major U.S. trade partners and allies such as Australia, Canada, the EU, Britain, Israel, Ind

How Robotic Kidney Transplant Is Changing Outcomes

Dr. Shafiq Ahmed, Senior Director Urology, Andrology & Renal Transplant, BLK-Max Super Speciality Hospital Kidney failure affects millions in I

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Queer ambition finds a home in Indias vibrant drag scene

From KoHEnur to Luna, drag mothers are mentoring upcoming talent, helping build communities, and creating safe spaces in Indias shifting queer la

Jaishankar Holds Fresh Talks With Iran FM Amid Hormuz Shipping Concerns

New Delhi, Mar 13: External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar spoke to his Iranian counterpart Seyed Abbas Araghchi their fourth such conversation s

BJP Ensured Lasting Peace In NE, Cong Signed Various Accords For Selfish Interests: PM

Guwahati, Mar 13: Asserting that sounds of bombs and gunfire are a thing of the past in the Northeast, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday sai

China donates $200,000 to families of Iran school strike victims

Beijing's Foreign Ministry said the Chinese Red Cross Society will donate $200,000 in emergency humanitarian assistance to the Iranian Red Cresce

India introduces Bill to provide precise definition of 'transgender' in Lok Sabha

A bill to precisely define 'transgender' and introduce graded punishments for harm inflicted upon them was introduced in the Lok Sabha. The Trans

No one will give women jobs: SC refuses to enforce menstrual leave policy

New Delhi: The Supreme Court on Friday, March 13, refused to entertain a public interest litigation (PIL) seeking a nationwide policy providing m

Inside Dubais Cashless 2026 Shift

Fitch raises Indias GDP growth projection for FY26 to 7.5 pc

NEW DELHI, Mar 13: Fitch Ratings on Friday raised Indias GDP growth forecast marginally to 7.5 per cent for current fiscal with domestic demand b

ASEAN ministers urge halt to Middle East war as crisis rattles energy and trade

Southeast Asian nations are urging an end to the Middle East conflict. Surging oil prices and trade disruptions are already affecting regional ec

India rebuts reports of pause in US trade talks

India and the United States continue discussions for a trade agreement. The commerce ministry denies reports of any halt in engagement. This come

Tetra Pak: Natural Ingredients and Emotional DriversReshape the Food Supplement and Nutrition Market across Asia Pacific (APAC)

Economic Stabilisation Fund to help government respond to global challenges: Sitharaman

The fiscal deficit for the current financial year (2025-26) will be within the Revised Estimates, Ms. Sitharaman said

Musi project row: HRF activist Syed Bilal house arrested ahead of DPR unveiling

Hyderabad: Activists in Hyderabad have condemned the house arrest of Syed Bilal, Vice President of the city committee of the Human Rights Forum (

Refroid Technologies and Technavious Solutions Private Limited partner to build sovereign liquid cooling infrastructure for Indias AI Data Centres

Second edition of Puducherry Bird Atlas records 33,000 birds, 174 species

Among the notable observations were waterbird species such as Fulvous Whistling-Duck, Lesser Whistling-Duck, Cotton Pygmy-Goose, Garganey, and th

Four U.S. service members killed in plane crash over Iraq

The U.S. military said the incident involved another aircraft but was not the result of hostile or friendly fire

Lok Sabha approves additional spending of Rs 2.01 lakh crore for FY 2025-26

The Lok Sabha has approved an additional Rs 2.01 lakh crore in spending for the current fiscal year through supplementary demands for grants. Fin

Honda's $15.7 billion EV writedown is painful, but China challenges loom down the road

Honda faces a massive financial hit and strategic shift in its electric vehicle business. The Japanese automaker is writing down billions due to

Russia says it doesn't see Iran crisis reducing US interest in Ukraine peace talks

Russia is expecting a new round of negotiations, but has nothing to announce yet on the timing

Opposition MPs submit notices to remove Chief Election Commissioner

New Delhi: Opposition MPs have submitted notices in both Houses of Parliament seeking a motion for the removal of Chief Election Commissioner (CE

UP double murder: Man held for raping, killing woman and partially blind son

Lucknow: A man accused of raping and killing a woman and her partially blind son was caught after an encounter in Uttar Pradeshs Lucknow district

PM Modi virtually unveils projects worth 4,570 crore in Assam's Kokrajhar

PM Modi unveiled the projects through video conference from Guwahati after his Kokrajhar visit was cancelled due to heavy rain.

JJ Valaya launches heritage-inspired accessories as the label turns 35

As the designers label nears 35 years, the new JJ Valaya Accessories line translates his signature embroideries and heritage influences into stat

India stands tall in shaky world economy as Fitch lifts FY26 growth view to 7.5%

India's economy is poised for robust growth, with Fitch Ratings projecting 7.5% expansion for the fiscal year ending March 2026, exceeding earlie

Four US service members killed in plane crash over Iraq

A U.S. military refueling aircraft crashed in western Iraq. Four crew members are confirmed dead. Rescue efforts continue for the remaining two.

Sasikala announces name of her political party, says will face coming polls in alliance

V K Sasikala, a former AIADMK leader, has launched her new political party. The organisation is named All India Puratchi Thalaivar Makkal Munnetr

Trump claimed in G7 call that Iran is about to surrender, Axios reports

Trump said that obody knows who is the leader, so there is no one that can announce surrender, Axios reported

KMDK to contest 2 seats in alliance with DMK in Tamil Nadu Assembly polls

Political alliances are solidifying for the Tamil Nadu Assembly elections. The Kongunadu Makkal Desia Katchi will contest two seats, while the Ma

6 killed in Pak IED blast

PESHAWAR, Mar 13: At least six police personnel were killed in an improvised explosive device (IED) blast targeting a police vehicle in northwest

Word of the Day: Discombobulate

Word of the Day: Discombobulate reminds readers that English vocabulary is not only rich and precise but also capable of humour and creativity. F

Godrej Properties buys 44-acre land in Coimbatore, expects 450 cr revenue from sale of plots

Godrej Properties did not share the land cost

Ink beyondscripture: The revival of Arabic calligraphy in South India

Steered by women and social media, Arabic calligraphy is seeing a resurgence in South India as an art form, beyond religious texts like the Quran

Iran war is one 'TACO' too far

A Trump always chickens out investment strategy is being challenged by the Iran war, which has triggered a major energy shock and record oil vola

Mahua slams PM Modis silence over LPG shortage

Opposition parties urge Centre to take steps to address 'shortage' of LPG cylinders

Opposition parties are demanding immediate action from the Centre regarding an alleged shortage of LPG cylinders across India. Ruling alliance le

Who is Abrar Ahmed? Pakistani star picked by Kavya Marans team

Mumbai: Indian cricket fans reacted strongly on social media after Sunrisers Leeds, owned by the Sun TV Network, signed Pakistan mystery spinner

Refroid and TierX Unveil Indias Sovereign AI Infrastructure Stack: A Landmark Partnership for Indigenous Modular Data Centers

Hettich Strengthens Made in India, Made for the World Strategy with Launch of New Indore Manufacturing Plant

India Emerging as Stable Investment Anchor in Turbulent Global Economy, Say Investors atIGF Mumbai 2026

Cong MP Wasnik highlights hurdles in treatment of blindness

NEW DELHI, Mar 13: Rajya Sabha Congress member Mukul Balkrishna Wasnik on Friday highlighted the problems being faced by people suffering from co

From 3 LPA to 5 lakh per month in 4 years: Techie from lower middle class background shares tips about rapid salary growth

A techie shared on Reddit how his salary surged from 3.5 lakh to 65 lakh in under five years, driven by financial hardship, disciplined upskillin

Quote of the day by Dhurandhar director Aditya Dhar: 'Trust that every small step...'

Acclaimed director Aditya Dhar celebrated his birthday by reflecting on his career, emphasizing that every struggle leads to destiny. Known for h

Uttar Pradesh will set new benchmarks in field of education: Rajnath Singh

LUCKNOW, Mar 13: Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Friday said that Uttar Pradesh will set new benchmarks in the field of education in the years

AI-Generated Clip of MEA Spokesperson Warning Iran Shared as Real Video

There are no credible reports to support the claim about Jaiswal issuing a warning against Iran.

Jaishankar speaks to Iran FM as efforts intensify for passage of 28 vessels

New Delhi: External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar spoke to his Iranian counterpart Seyed Abbas Araghchi their fourth such conversation since the

Asian nations building capacities to ensure oceans used for legitimate purpose: ICG DG

SINGAPORE, Mar 13: Asian nations are building capacities to address emerging challenges for sound maritime governance, which will ensure that sea

Is an MLA contesting MP poll on another partys B-Form not defection? asks Harish Rao

BRS leader says Khairatabad legislator Danam Nagender was elected as an MLA on the ticket of BRS and openly contested Lok Sabha elections using C

Pak PM expresses full solidarity with Saudi in prevailing situation in Gulf region

ISLAMABAD, Mar 13: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif in a restricted meeting with Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman expressed Pakistans full sol

Sri Lanka hands over 45 Iranian sailors bodies to embassy

COLOMBO, Mar 13: Sri Lanka on Friday handed over the bodies of 45 sailors killed in an attack on an Iranian warship off the island nations coast

Film ticket price hike: SC stays Telangana HCs 90-day advance disclosure order

The Supreme Court on Friday, March 13, stayed an interim order of the Telangana High Court that required the state government to disclose any dec

Iran war disrupts energy supplies as Irans new leader resolves to keep fighting

DUBAI, Mar 13: Irans secretive new leader issued his first public statements Thursday, resolving to keep fighting, promising more pain for Gulf A

Think Before You Speak: Aristophanes Advice Still Matters Today

Before speaking, pause and think. Aristophanes timeless wisdom reveals how thoughtful communication can improve conversations and relationships.

Afghanistan accuses Pakistan of targeting homes in airstrikes that kill at least 4 civilians

KABUL, Mar 13: Afghanistans Taliban government early Friday accused Pakistans military of targeting homes in overnight airstrikes in Kabul and th

Amazon India adds route connecting Guwahati, Kolkata to air cargo service to serve NE areas

NEW DELHI, Mar 13: In a move to bolster its services in the Northeast, Amazon India has added a new route connecting Guwahati and Kolkata to its

Mathuras Thakur Ji Poshak: Handmade garments sustaining a women-led enterprise

Mathuras Thakur Ji ki Poshak craft supports a women-led enterprise producing handmade devotional garments for temples and homes.

HFCL bags Rs 10,159-cr order from foreign firm for supplying optical fibre cable

NEW DELHI, Mar 13: Homegrown telecom gear maker HFCL has bagged a mega deal of around Rs 10,159 crore from a global multinational corporation for

Kanpur Nagars leather equestrian boots: Precision craftsmanship for global riding markets

Kanpur Nagars leather industry crafts precision equestrian riding boots exported to global markets, supported by its ODOP-recognised leather clus

Japans KTD enters Indian energy market, picks 10 pc stake in OMC Power

NEW DELHI/TOKYO, Mar 13: Japanese utility company Kansai Transmission and Distribution has forayed into the Indian energy market, picking up a 10

Balrampurs pulses processing: Turning staple grains into everyday ingredients

Balrampurs pulses processing units turn chana dal into besan and wheat flour, supplying staple ingredients to kitchens across nearby districts.

Ramzan 2026 : Meet a few chefs who prepare nombu kanji at mosques in Thiruvananthapuram

Mosques hire proficient hands to prepare the spicy porridge in huge quantities, which devotees have while breaking their fast

Economic Stabilisation Fund to help Govt respond to global challenges: Sitharaman

NEW DELHI, Mar 13: Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Friday said the Rs 1 lakh crore Economic Stabilisation Fund will give fiscal headroom t

Municipal building disputes: Telangana HC suggests dedicated tribunals

Hyderabad: The Telangana High Court on Thursday, March 12, suggested that the state government consider establishing special tribunals to deal wi

'Neena Gupta pregnant?' Heres how the 66-year-old Badhaai Ho actor responded to 'Baby-Bump' rumours

Neena Gupta, 66, humorously addressed pregnancy rumors circulating on social media. She clarified that she is not pregnant, attributing her appea

Watch: Emotional V.K. Sasikala announces name of her new political party

Russian seaborne oil product exports in February fall 3.3% from month earlier, data shows

The oil product exports from Russia's Baltic ports Primorsk, Vysotsk, St. Petersburg and Ust-Luga - decreased 11.4% month-on-month to 4.7 millio

Justice Lisa Gill assumes charge as AP High Court Judge

Justice Lisa Gill has been transferred to the Andhra Pradesh High Court from the Punjab and Haryana High Court, where she had been serving as a J

Husband stopped talking, relatives mocked yet this 65-year-old Amma built a 2.5 crore tiffin empire in Patna herself

Devni Devi, a 65-year-old resident of Patna, has transformed a humble kitchen-based tiffin service into a thriving culinary brand, Ammas Kitchen,

Donald Trump claims in G7 call that Iran is 'about to surrender,' Axios reports

Iran war: US President Donald Trump informed G7 leaders that Iran is nearing surrender. He expressed confidence in the war's outcome. Trump also

Maintain police vigil at gas distribution centres and supply agencies: Telangana CS

The CS directs officials to prevent scope for black marketing of cylinders

PM arrives in Guwahati, Kokrajhar visit cancelled due to rain

In a significant move, Prime Minister Narendra Modi has made his way to Guwahati for a two-day visit in Assam. However, relentless rain thwarted

Assam: PM Arrives In Guwahati, Kokrajhar Visit Cancelled Due To Rain

Modi will now unveil the Kokrajhar projects, worth over Rs 4,570 crore, virtually from Guwahati, they said

No Shortage of LPG in Telangana: Uttam

The Minister clarified that there is no shortage of cooking gas in the State and directed officials to ensure uninterrupted supply to domestic co