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Iran Denies Direct Talks with the U.S., Claims Pakistan Initiated Dialogue

Tehran, March 30: Iran has firmly rejected any notion of direct negotiations with the United States. During a press briefing on Monday, Foreign M

Tejashwi Yadav claims Nitish Kumar resigned as MLC under BJP pressure

Tejashwi Yadav alleged that Nitish Kumar resigned from his MLC post due to pressure from the Bharatiya Janata Party. The move follows Kumars elec

Fire seen near Israeli oil refinery after Iranian missile attack

A fire broke out at an oil refinery in Haifa following a suspected missile strike during the ongoing conflict between Israel and Iran. The blaze,

Sikkim sets up round-the-clock LPG monitoring system over supply worries

Sikkim has set up 24x7 LPG control rooms across districts to ensure smooth distribution and prevent black marketing amid concerns linked to the S

Israel Knesset passes Budget, giving Benjamin Netanyahu govt more time

Israels Knesset passed a key budget, allowing Benjamin Netanyahus government to avoid early elections and continue its term. The move drew critic

Vijay follows footsteps of Tamil Nadu politicians with a penchant for dual contests

TVK leader to contest two urban seats in debut election; precedent set by Jayalalithaa, who once contested four seats; PT, DMK, Congress leaders

NDA, Opposition spar in LS over efforts to free country of Maoism

While Shiv Sena pointed out that the red corridor has shrunk significantly due to the policies of the NDA govt and the previous UPA regime was he

Indian Rupee Surpasses 95 Against Dollar for the First Time

New Delhi, March 30: The Indian rupee has crossed the 95 mark against the dollar for the first time, reaching a new low of 95.2 on Monday. Howeve

Kerala polls: On SDPI votes, CPIs Binoy Viswam says party hasnt explicitly rejected any and all votes welcome

Rejecting allegations of CPI(M)-BJP deal, Viswam says the real understanding is between BJP and Congress

Kerala Assembly polls 2026: Preparations underway to ensure flawless surveillance of sensitive booths in Kozhikode

The list of sensitive and critical polling stations will be released soon to intensify safety measures with the support of the Central Armed Poli

Retired Army Brigadier shot dead during morning walk in Uttarakhand

According to officials, firing broke out during an argument between people travelling in two vehicles, and a stray bullet hit the Brigadier while

State government committed to providing jobs, says Minister

Minister Bharath Gupta said job melas would be organised every three months and asked the youth to make best use of the opportunities provided

Impact of Iran Conflict: Major Economic Threats for Bangladesh and Pakistan

New Delhi, March 30: According to a report by S&P Global Ratings, the ongoing crisis in the Middle East poses significant risks for South Asian n

Lok Sabha takes up discussion on efforts to free country from left-wing extremism

NEW DELHI, Mar 30: The Lok Sabha on Monday held a discussion on efforts to eliminate left-wing extremism, with members debating progress and past

BJP Responds Strongly to Rahul Gandhis Allegations on Sabarimala Gold Theft

New Delhi, March 30: Congress MP Rahul Gandhi has accused Prime Minister Narendra Modi of making false claims. The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) h

Kerala CM accepts Satheesans debate challenge ahead of polls

Thiruvananthapuram: With days left for the crucial Assembly elections, Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan on Monday, March 30, accepted Leade

Stock markets slump over 2% as West Asia war enters 5th week; end FY26 with losses

Declining for the second day in a row, the 30-share BSE Sensex tumbled 1,635.67 points or 2.22% to settle at 71,947.55. During the day, it plunge

Vaishnaw warns electronics manufacturers of losing incentives if targets not met

Gives 15-day deadline to the industry to update on 4 key parameters -- product design, Six Sigma standards, talent development and local sourcing

KSCA to conduct open selection trials for Mysuru zone in April to identify talented young cricketers

The initiative aims to provide aspiring players an opportunity to showcase their skills and gain professional training under the academy system

Movie-to-menu: When The Princess and the Frog came to the table in Chennai

From gumbo to beignets, a Disney classic reimagined as a five-course meal experience

DMK is a strong voice of dissent as BJP targets regional parties, says MP Thamizhachi Thangapandian

On actor Vijays political entry, she questioned his strategy and ideological clarity

Tejashwi Yadav Claims Nitish Kumar Resigned Under BJP Pressure

Patna, March 30: Tejashwi Yadav, leader of the Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD), accused Chief Minister Nitish Kumar of being forced to resign from his

TN Polls: Vijay files nomination from Perambur in Chennai

Chennai: TVK chief, actor-politician Vijay on Monday, March 30, filed his nomination to contest Assembly polls from Perambur constituency in Chen

FCRA amendment: Kerala CM writes to PM

In his letter, Mr. Vijayan stated that the proposed amendments have generated apprehensions among minority communities and demanded that they be

Young Cricket Sensation Vaibhav Suryaanshi Gears Up for IPL 2026 with Rajasthan Royals

New Delhi, March 30: Vaibhav Suryaanshi, a 15-year-old cricket prodigy from Bihar, is ready to make his mark in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2

How did Sania Mirza tell her son about divorce? She reveals

Hyderabad: Indian tennis icon Sania Mirza has always maintained a dignified silence around her personal life, especially following her separation

Major Drug Bust in New Zealand Links to Indira Gandhis Assassins Nephew

Wellington, March 30: New Zealand has witnessed its largest drug seizure to date, bringing renewed attention to Baltej Singh, the nephew of Satwa

Factchecker Mohammed Zubairs Ramnavami posts blocked in India

Alt News co-founder and factchecker Mohammed Zubair, who, days ago, shared a series of posts purportedly showing communal violence in West Bengal

Fears of US ground assault drive oil spike amid IranIsrael escalation

Iran carried out new strikes targeting a water desalination plant in Kuwait, following attacks over the weekend on its own electrical infrastruct

When I was picked by RR, my goal was to play my game in the powerplay: Sooryavanshi

After dominating the powerplay, he aims to value his wicket and push the total towards 200, making it tough for opponents to chase, he said

Naveen Patnaik Slams Nishikant Dubey Over Remarks On Biju Patnaik, Calls Them Outrageous

I am surprised by the kind of statements being made. These are completely baseless and reflect a lack of knowledge about history, Naveen Patnaik

PM Modi to Inaugurate Development Projects Worth Over 19,800 Crores in Gujarat

Gandhinagar, March 30: Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to visit Gujarat on March 31. During his visit, he will inaugurate and lay the foundat

Not right to play politics over war: Priyanka Gandhi slams PM Modi

NEW DELHI, Mar 30: Congress leader Priyanka Gandhi Vadra on Monday hit back at Prime Minister Narendra Modi after he accused the opposition party

UP mosque built on govt land demolished in pre-dawn action

Sitapur: A mosque allegedly constructed on government land 12 years ago was demolished by the administration in Uttar Pradeshs Sitapur district e

Deal talk, strategic drift: UDFs advantage narrows as LDF rebuilds base

Analysts note that the LDFs ability to absorb criticism without fracturing internally contrasts sharply with the UDFs ongoing factional tensions

Naveen Patnaik Criticizes BJP MP Nishikant Dubeys Remarks on His Father

Bhubaneswar, March 30: Odishas Leader of the Opposition and Biju Janata Dal (BJD) president, Naveen Patnaik, sharply criticized BJP MP Nishikant

Fish farmers complain of being overlooked in tender for fishing rights in Shivamogga district of Karnataka

The fish farmers suspect favouritism, but officials say the oversight was due to the process being conducted by a different department

NDA Leaders Criticize Mamata Banerjee, Claiming She is Seeking Sympathy Amid Declining Support

New Delhi, March 30: Leaders from the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) have launched a scathing critique of West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata B

No New Proposal For Irrigation Projects From Telangana Govt In Last 3yrs Under PMKSY: Patil

The PMKSY aims to enhance access of water on farms and expand cultivable areas under assured irrigation, improve on-farm water use efficiency, in

Inter Colleges in AP to Run Half-Day from April 1 to 23

The Board of Intermediate Education has informed all the college principals to conduct half day colleges from April 1 to 23 from 8 am to 12.30 pm

Nepali protesters demand release of detained former PM Sharma Oli

Sharma Oli and former Home Minister Ramesh Lekhak were arrested in pre-dawn raids on March 28

How NASA's Artemis II moon mission will unfold

NASA's Artemis II mission will send four astronauts on a 10-day journey around the moon and back, marking the first crewed lunar mission since Ap

Indias industrial growth rises to 5.2% in February from 4.8% in January

February 2026 marked a pivotal moment for India's industrial sector, which saw a 5.2 percent increase in the Index of Industrial Production year-

Telanganas Hate Speech and Hate Crimes Bill referred to select committee as members raise concerns

Several members object to provisions lamenting they could lead to vindictive steps

DGP declares A.P. as Naxal-free State, after CPI-Maoist CCM, eight other Naxalites surrender before police

Chelluri Narayana Rao alias Suresh was involved in killing of MLA Kidari Sarveswara Rao and CI Muddada Gandhi, says DGP Harish Kumar Gupta

New Cicada Covid variant has 75 mutations: What it means for you

Cicada Covid Variant Symptoms: A new COVID variant with 70-75 spike protein mutations has been detected. The new virus can potentially evade immu

Assembly Elections in Pictures

Senior Maoist leader, 8 others surrender in Andhra Pradesh

Nine Maoists, including senior leader C Narayana Rao, surrendered before Andhra Pradesh police. Director General of Police Harish Kumar Gupta ann

Let People Talk, Not Here To Show How Talented I Am: Ajinkya Rahane

The 37-year-old Rahane had stepped down from Mumbai's Ranji Trophy captaincy last season and he also did not lead the side in white-ball domestic

Antonio Banderas Leaves Hollywood After Heart Attack, Opens A theatre Group in Hometown

The veteran actor stated that the heart attack was the best thing that happened to him because of the changes that took place in his life in the

Who qualifies as an American Citizen? US Supreme Court set for crucial ruling on Birthright Citizenship and Trumps proposal

As the Donald Trump administration seeks to redefine birthright citizenship, the Supreme Court of the United States prepares to hear a landmark c

Israeli Army Suspends Entire Battalion Following Journalist Misconduct Incident

Tel Aviv, March 30: The Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) have taken decisive action in response to the misconduct involving journalists in the West B

Puducherry polls: ADR data says 23% candidates face criminal cases, 41% crorepatis

As the Puducherry elections approach, the spotlight shines on a troubling trend: a staggering 23 percent of candidates are battling criminal char

BJP axed right to work under MGNREGA but no trace of VB-G RAM G Act implementation: Kharge

NEW DELHI, Mar 30: The Congress on Monday accused the Modi government of not implementing the VB-G RAM G Act on the ground after putting a lock o

Hyderabad receives rain on March 30

Earthquake of magnitude 7 strikes Vanuatu Islands

The U.S. Tsunami Warning Center said there was no tsunami threat from the earthquake

Kerala polls: No need for concern for churches over proposed FCRA amendments, says BJP leader Shone George

BJP Kerala vice-president and NDA candidate from Pala constituency says some NGOs had received foreign funds for anti-national activities and tha

From Belt and Road to belt tightening: China's neighbours get cold shoulder on energy

Southeast Asian nations are urging China to fulfill energy security pledges by resuming fertilizer and fuel exports, but Beijing remains focused

Sonia Gandhi shows 'excellent progress', discharge expected soon, say doctors

Sonia Gandhi, admitted to Sir Ganga Ram Hospital on March 24, shows excellent health improvement; doctors anticipate her discharge soon after res

NSE Accelerates IPO Preparations, Seeks Shareholder Feedback by April 27

Mumbai, March 30: The National Stock Exchange (NSE) has initiated the process for its long-awaited Initial Public Offering (IPO). As part of this

Over 75% of fans dont support VAR in Premier League, says FSA survey

About 91% fans polled said VAR had removed the spontaneous joy of goal celebrations

Sonia Gandhi Recovering Well, Discharge Likely Soon: Doctors

Doctors said she is undergoing treatment for a systemic infection and is responding well to antibiotics.

Fine Rice Distribution Curbs Black-Market Mafia: Revanth Reddy

We are encouraging farmers to cultivate other commercial crops. Farmers should be made aware of the crop rotation system, Chief Minister said

Former Minister Sengottaiyan files nomination for Gobichettipalayam seat on TVK ticket

Mr. Sengottaiyan was in November, 2025, expelled from the AIADMK following internal differences

Major Recruitment at DGPM, 172 Additional Assistant Director Positions Open for Applications

New Delhi, March 30: The Directorate General of Performance Management (DGPM), a key branch under the Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs

AP Is Naxal-free State, Declares DGP

The DGP said that several Naxalites had surrendered before the police following the Centre's warning. Speaking to mediapersons on Monday, he said

Platforms Have Almost Doubled-Tripled Deepfake Takedowns: Vaishnaw

NEW DELHI, Mar 30: Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw on Monday highlighted rising concerns over AI-generated deepfakes, and noted that social media

Keralam CM Accepts LoP's Public Debate Challenge Ahead of Polls

A day after Satheesan threw the challenge, Vijayan, in a social media post, shared what he described as the LDF government's eport card and said

Indias cocktail scene is moving beyond metros and Indore just proved it

At the 12th edition of Diageo World Class India Finals 2026 in Delhi, Indore-based Karan Dhanelia took top honours, reflecting the rise of cockta

AGIBOT Reaches 10,000 Units as Real-World Demand for Robots Accelerates

UNESCO Chair in Sustainability Law Futures at Singapore Management University to advance regional legal innovation

China National Silk Museum Opens Major Song Dynasty Exhibition Reconstructing Lives Through Rare Garments

Boao Forum for Asia Annual Conference 2026: Religious Leaders and Academics Discuss Harmony and Cross-Cultural Exchange

Tonino Lamborghini Hotel Chengdu Inaugural Celebration

Born of Ultimate Taste, Designed for Cherished Gatherings Italian Elegance Meets the Heart of Chengdu, Unveiling the Citys Stylish Social Salon

SMU emerges as worlds most improved university in QS Subject Rankings

The Great Turnaround of Keralam, from Disasters to Development

Discover the Sacred Shivkhori Cave in Jammu and Kashmir

Reasi, March 30: The Shivkhori Cave, located in the Reasi district of Jammu and Kashmir, attracts thousands of devotees each year. Situated in Sa

LS Passes Insolvency Law Amendments; FM Says Bill Will Help Maximise Value For Stakeholders

NEW DELHI, Mar 30: The Lok Sabha on Monday passed a bill to amend the insolvency law to provide for strict timelines, an out-of-court settlement

Donald Trump allows Russian oil tanker to aid Cuba despite ongoing US blockade

US President Donald Trump indicated that humanitarian needs in Cuba outweigh concerns over the origin of the shipment, including if it comes from

MK Stalin Files Nomination from Kolathur, Confident of DMK Alliance Victory

Chennai, March 30: Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin has officially filed his nomination for the Kolathur constituency in the upcoming assemb

Brazilian inmates find relief and reduce sentences through reading

RIO DE JANEIRO, Mar 30: When 33-year-old Brazilian woman Emily de Souza heard about a program allowing her to shave off four days from her prison

Transferred by EC Then became an MLA | The R Natraj Story

What happens when an officer accused of bias during an election later enters politics and wins? This video revisits the extraordinary journey of

BruntWork Review 2026: Is It Still the Best Outsourcing Option for Your Business?

So you want to hire virtual assistants for your business? Maybe you heard about this company. I will tell you honestly what I found about them af

Lok Sabha passes insolvency law amendments; Sitharaman says Bill will help maximise value for stakeholders

Piloting the bill in the Lok Sabha, the Finance Minister said that 12 amendments are being made in the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code (IBC), whic

CERN scientists achieve first-ever transport of antimatter

Antimatter is the counterpart of matter, composed of antiparticles that have the same mass but carry opposite charge

Vizag horror: Navy employee stabs lover to death while wife was away at hometown, chops body and stores parts in fridge

In a disturbing incident, a Navy employee in Visakhapatnam allegedly murdered his lover, dismembered her body parts, disposed of some of them, an

Rupee Hits All-Time-Low, Breaches 95-Level Against US Dollar

The rupee erased the gains and fell 160 paise from its opening level.

Adivi Sesh Shares Heartfelt Note for Choreographer Vijay Master

Mumbai, March 30: Actor Adivi Sesh has collaborated with Bhojpuri power star Pawan Singh for his upcoming film Dacoit. The new song Touch Buddy w

World War III's first shots will be fired in space

The next global conflict may start in space. Nations are developing advanced weapons to target satellites. This includes jamming, lasers, and eve

JSW MG Motor India to hike prices by up to 2 pc on select models from April 1

NEW DELHI, Mar 30: JSW MG Motor India on Monday said it will hike prices of select models by up to 2 per cent from April 1, 2026, to offset risin