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Ugadi Celebrated With Traditional Fervour in Nellore, Prakasam

Leaders highlight culture, renewal as Panchangam marks start of new year

Get Ready for a Zip Through Elections to Madras Legislature, Then TN Assembly

According to S.P. Anthonisamy, senior citizen of Thanjavur and son of A.Y.S. Parisutham Nadar, former MLA of Thanjavur, the system of electing pe

Quote of the day by Jennifer Lopez: You get what you give. What you put into things is what you get out of them.

Jennifer Lopez quote of the day teaches a simple life lesson about hard work and success. Her story shows how effort brings results. From a norma

Arjun Atwal: Pioneering Indian Golfer Who Made History at Just 14

New Delhi, March 20: Arjun Atwal is a name that resonates in the world of golf, having significantly popularized the sport in India. He took up g

PM Modi speaks to Macron, Oman Sultan & Malaysian PM Anwar

Prime Minister Narendra Modi held discussions with leaders from Oman, France, and Malaysia. The conversations focused on the escalating tensions

Global Efforts to Save Sparrows Amid Declining Numbers on World Sparrow Day

New Delhi, March 19: From the tranquil mornings in villages to the bustling streets of cities, the sweet chirping of sparrows once echoed everywh

IMO Council Condemns Irans Threats in Hormuz Strait

New Delhi, March 19: The International Maritime Organization (IMO) held an extraordinary session of its council in Abu Dhabi, where a significant

Pakistan says its missile programme region-specific, defensive in nature

Pakistan has responded to US concerns about its missile program. The Foreign Office stated the program is defensive and region-specific. Pakistan

Gujarat BJP President Criticizes Congress for Lack of Development and Education Initiatives

Dahod, March 19: Gujarat BJP President Jagdish Vishwakarma addressed a conference for booth workers in Dahod on Thursday. He accused the Congress

What to eat this Thursday: Top food picks and meals to satisfy your cravings

Thursdays often arrive with tired minds, busy schedules, and the familiar questionwhat should I cook tonight? This curated food guide turns that

Global Terrorism Index 2026 : Map in report shows Jammu as part of China

Youth must anchor future in Indias timeless traditions: LG

Jammu Tawi, Mar 19:Urging youth to build a strong and lasting connection with the timeless traditions, Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Thursda

Employees stay in an organisation when they grow, it's not about perks or pay: Anand Mahindra

Anand Mahindra believes employee retention hinges on growth and self-improvement, not just perks. He emphasizes internal leadership development t

All 5 DNA And RNA Building Blocks Found In Asteroid Ryugu Samples. Here's What It Means

The study's lead author said that the presence of nucleobases does not mean that life existed on Ryugu.

NDA Leaders Unite at Iftar Gathering, Strengthening Bihars Unity

Patna, March 19: A grand Iftar gathering was held at the residence of Union Minister and Hindustani Awam Morcha (Secular) leader Jitan Ram Manjhi

Hubballi Teen Dies During Alleged Social Media Stunt

The incident, reported around 4.30 pm within the limits of Vidyanagar police station, occurred while a group of youths were allegedly attempting

Mass layoffs spike in America: WARN notices reveal hidden job crisis before it hits - here's what you need to know to prepare yourself

US layoffs 2026: A surge in U.S. layoffs is becoming evident, with over 413,000 workers impacted by large-scale job cuts last year, the highest s

Gutta Sukhender Reddy Pitches Oil Palm Cultivation to Farmers

T. Harish Rao said improved moisture levels following the Kaleshwaram project had made the region suitable for oil palm cultivation and expressed

Thunderstorms Lash Parts of Andhra Pradesh

Amaravati receives 8.5 cm of rainfall

GPS anklets fitted on three JeM OGWs out on interim bail

Jammu Tawi, March 18 : Police have fitted GPS-enable tracking anklet on three over-ground workers of militant group Jaish-e-Mohammad in Kathua di

Received consular access plea for an American and six Ukrainian nationals: MEA

Ministry of External Affairs says the Ukrainians and an American were found wanting of the required permits for visiting Mizoram

Madurai Collector chairs meeting with Election Observers

Farmers Put on Alert as Unseasonal Rains Lash AP

Horticulture plantations were also hit in Anantapur, Sri Sathya Sai and NTR districts, with 267 hectares belonging to 307 farmers damaged. Crops

War on Iran Enters Uncharted Phase

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian warned that the attack on its key energy site with the largest known gas reserve on Earth, could have uncontr

JK Bank logs Rs 8,300 Cr Eid transactions across UT

Jammu Tawi, Mar 19:Banking activity across Jammu and Kashmir witnessed a sharp spike during the Eid-ul-Fitr shopping period, with digital platfor

'Why are you lying, DNI Gabbard?': Intel chief Tulsi, Patel, Ratcliffe GRILLED over Iran war

India denounces strikes on West Asian gas hubs

PM says strikes on gas hubs are unacceptable and need to cease New Delhi, Mar 19 : As fresh attacks on West Asian gas hubs triggered global conce

Hyderabad Police Launches Special Unit to Combat Food Adulteration

Hyderabad, March 19: In a decisive move against food adulteration, the Hyderabad police have established a specialized surveillance team named th

Curious Boy Trains AI, Builds Own System

Raja said he built the system gradually, starting with basic ideas and refining them over time. I worked on it consistently, starting with simple

Wamiqa Goaded by Akshay to Attempt Daring Stunt

Her ease with her co-star stood out

CBI questions Anil Ambani in 2,929-crore cheating case

Anil Ambani is facing investigation for alleged fund diversion, misappropriation and other irregularities in loan funds, based on a complaint by

Northeast Youth Festival 2026 Kicks Off in Nagaland, Celebrating Unity and Youth Power

Kohima, March 19: The 9th Northeast Youth Festival 2026 has commenced at the Chumoukedima Football Stadium in Nagaland. This event is organized b

Ingredient First, Always: Why Ingri At Museo Feels Different

At Ingri at Museo, ingredient-forward cooking, all-day dining, and an easy, creative vibe come together to create a caf you keep returning to.

Afroman wins civil trial: Rapper gets lawsuit victory against police over mocking their 2022 raid in viral music videos

Afroman's lawyer, in closing arguments, said it was not unusual for artists engaged in social commentary to exaggerate.

Owner Not Responsible for Activities of Tenants: High Court

The judge was dealing with a writ petition filed by Alluri Sitarama Raju, who challenged the sealing and attachment of his property at Guttala Be

A tale of two think-tanks

The English team management of Brook and McCullum has left Livingstone in limbo while IT20I skipper Suryakumar and india head coach Gambhir have

HOW I KEEP HEALTHY: Running on Precision

Why a neurosurgeon swears by fitness to sharpen the mind and sustain performance

Govt. college student arrested for abusing and assaulting a girl student in Tiruchi

T. N. braces for intense contest as Dravidian giants face new disruptor

The principal players made compromises to strengthen alliances; M.K. Stalin, to prevent vote spillover, has given a Rajya Sabha berth to the DMDK

'Was Trump dragged into conflict?': Gottheimer challenges Gabbard amid scrutiny over Iran decision

Vedakumar Re-elected to Intach Governing Council for Fourth Term With Record Votes

Vedakumar highlighted efforts to ensure continuity of traditional skills across generations.

Telangana to Have Good Rains, Bumper Crops, Says Almanac

Clarifying concerns over the name Parabhava, which signifies defeat, noted Ugadi almanac (panchangam) reader B. Santosh Kumar Sastry said there w

Unfenced border in focus amid arrest of seven foreigners who crossed to Myanmar via porous border

According to the latest data, of the total 1,643 km of fencing approved by the government, only 43.75 km has been completed so far; fencing proje

Kerala Assembly Elections 2026: Congress announces second list of 37 candidates

T.O. Mohanan has been fielded in the Kannur Assembly constituency, which was sought K. Sudhakaran, MP, and Satheesh Kochuparambil from the Konni

International Cyber Syndicate Busted In Srinagar, 7 Arrested

Police said the raids were conducted after Counter Intelligence Kashmir (CIK) received information regarding the functioning of call centres enga

Remembering Sobhan Babu: The Romantic Star of South Indian Cinema

Mumbai, March 19: In the realm of Indian cinema, many legendary artists have left their mark. Among them, a star from South Indian cinema captiva

Was Russia an IMMINENT THREAT to US?: Rep Scott Perry grills NSA official on Ukraine war

Ugadi Panchanga Sravanam, Silver Chariot Festival Held with Fervour at Indrakeeladri

Devotees in large numbers attended the programme and listened attentively. Panchangams were distributed free of cost, followed by Ugadi pachadi a

Supreme Court Upholds Bail Of Vadodara Student Who Crashed Car While High

The Supreme Court refused to cancel the bail granted to 2-year-old law student, who had crashed his car into passerby in Vadodara and come out of

Chhattisgarh Assembly Passes Anti-Conversion Bill With Stricter Penalties

It prescribes life imprisonment for mass conversions, defined as conversion of more than two persons through force or coercion.

Indian nationals coming home from Iran via Armenia, Azerbaijan; about 280 pilgrims returned: MEA

Indian nationals are returning home from Iran. Nearly 880 people, including students, are coming back through Armenia and Azerbaijan. The Ministr

IMF says prolonged increase in energy prices could boost inflation, lower growth

The IMF is closely monitoring the Iran war's impact on global energy production and inflation, warning of potential economic slowdown. A sustaine

Concerns Raised Over Allegations of Sikh Girls Targeted by Grooming Gangs in the UK

London, March 19: Allegations that Sikh girls are being targeted by a so-called Pakistani grooming gang in the UK have sparked significant concer

Stay Alert, Save Lives

Although it is known to one and all that driving with cell phones in hands is a dangerous act but despite that almost all the commuters are indul

Polygamy Banned, Live-In Relationships Regulated in Gujarats UCC Bill

Gandhinagar, Mar 19: Gujarat has taken a major step towards implementing a Uniform Civil Code (UCC) after the state cabinet approved the Gujarat

Oil, power, and politics of disruption

The closure of the Strait of Hormuz disrupts a vital artery of the global economy, triggering price increases and turmoil in energy markets; as s

Poll observers reach Coimbatore

Gabbard warns of 'far more DANGEROUS Islamic terror' threat as Stefanik presses on homeland security

CM Naidu Presents 161 Ugadi Awards for Contributions in Diverse Fields

Awards were also presented to those in cultural streams such as Andhra Natyam, Devadasi dance, painting, sculpture, theatre, folk arts and mimicr

Markwayne Mullin: Trumps DHS pick gets Senate Committee confirmation despite Rand Paul's opposition

Rupa Ganguly Advocates for Development in Bengal Amidst Election Campaign

Kolkata, March 19: The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has released its second list of 111 candidates for the West Bengal Assembly elections, announ

Rythu Discom Seeks ERCs Licence

Rythu discom chairman and managing director Musharraf Faruqui said the state aimed to deliver dedicated, reliable power to farmers through this f

Iran creating corridor for safe exit of India-bound ships: Lloyds List

The maritime data company has reported that nine ships have exited through Irans corridor in Strait of Hormuz; reliable sources in India, meanwhi

Name Missing In Voters' List; Another Celebrity NDA Candidate Out Of Contest In Kerala

The Twenty20 leadership was shocked to learn that Veena Nair, who was set to file her nomination papers on Thursday, did not appear in the voter

Dilip Cherian | Can Khattars Cost-Cutting Policy Stop Earthquakes?

Quake norms rollback, IAS reinstatements, CM rebuke spark accountability debate

Farmers Duped of Rs. 3.18 Crore as Financier Flees in Jagtial

The fraud came to light when several victims gathered at the gram panchayat (GP) office to lodge a complaint.

PM Modi Engages in Phone Call with Qatars Emir, Extends Eid Greetings

New Delhi, March 19: Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke with Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, the Emir of Qatar, over the phone, extending heartf

Odishas Matikhala Becomes Fully Solarised, Sets Benchmark for Rural Energy Transition

Each beneficiary household has been provided with a 1 kW solar unit, enabling them to generate their own electricity, reduce dependence on conven

Explosions in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia Spread Panic Among Indian Residents

They further said that the Indian Embassy in Riyadh, the Indian Consulate in Jeddah and its outsorced services through VFS are operating normally

Modi, Jaishankar work the phones, call for dialogue as strikes on energy infrastructure escalate

French President says India and France working closely together to reduce tensions in West Asia; recent attacks against energy installations are

Siddharth Malhotra Praises Dhurandhar 2 for Its Powerful Performances

Mumbai, March 19: Aditya Dhars highly anticipated film, Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge, hit theaters on Thursday, receiving an overwhelming response f

Odisha Reports Diamond, Ruby And Gold Traces; Feasibility Studies Underway

Diamond-bearing stones have been discovered in the Kalamidadar area of Nuapada district, indicating the presence of precious mineral resources be

Prime Video India announces 2026 slate: Shahid Kapoors Farzi season 2, Bobby Deols Teen Kauwe, Mirzapur The Movie and more

The star-studded event was held in Mumbai and was attended by Hrithik Roshan, Alia Bhatt, Bobby Deol, Shahid Kapoor, Vijay Varma, Sonakshi Sinha,

HDFC Bank Is A Strong Institution With Strong Fundamentals: Govt Official

Earlier in the day, the Reserve Bank said there were no material concerns on record as regards the bank's conduct or governance

Chhattisgarh Assembly passes new anti-conversion Bill with stricter provisions

The Bill mandates life imprisonment and fines up to 25 lakh in specific cases; Congress MLAs raise objections, call for broader consultations, an

Watch: Commerce Ministry launches RELIEF scheme to support exporters amid West Asia crisis

Telangana Gaddar Film Awards 2025 Glitter With Star Power

Actor Naga Chaitanya received the Best Actor award for his performance in Thandel.

India to Host World Athletics Indoor Championships 2028: Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya Expresses Delight

New Delhi, March 19: India has been awarded the hosting rights for the World Athletics Indoor Championships in 2028, as announced by Union Minist

Tollywood stars light up Telangana Gaddar Film Awards 2025

Bypoll Watch: Rs 15.50 Lakh Cash Seized During Vehicle Check In Bagalkot

The vehicle, a car was travelling from Babaleshwar towards Kushtagi when it was stopped for inspection. Upon checking, officials discovered Rs 15

Quote of the day by Miguel de Cervantes: Hunger is the best sauce in the world- Don Quixote Author

Quote of the day by Miguel de Cervantes: Hunger is the best sauce in the world, the timeless quote from Don Quixote reflects a deep truth about h

Nutritional Benefits of Fox Nuts During Navratri Fasting

New Delhi, March 19: The festival of Navratri, dedicated to the worship of the goddess, is currently being celebrated. Many individuals observe f

Defence Officials, Citizens Block Housing Board Work

The situation has led to confusion over overlapping claims

Dilkashi: First look from Lijo Jose Pellisserys Hindi debut unveiled

Acclaimed Malayalam director Lijo Jose Pellissery is diving into Hindi cinema with his film Dilkashi, starring Abhay Verma and Zahaan Kapoor

SC Dismisses PIL Accusing Vantara of Breaching Wildlife Regulations

Supreme Court upheld Vantara's operations, confirming no wrongdoing in endangered animal imports and rejecting a new plea for further compliance

Samrat Chaudhary Emerges as Potential Chief Minister Candidate, Says Jitan Ram Manjhi

Patna, March 19: An iftar party was held at the residence of Union Minister and Hindustani Awam Morcha (HAM) leader Jitan Ram Manjhi on Thursday.

We are working on securing LPG, petroleum to meet our energy security needs: MEA

Iran Missile Attack Hits Oil Refinery In Israel's Haifa: Report

Iran Missile Attack Hits Oil Refinery In Israel's Haifa: Report

Drones over Washington: Asymmetric warfare can reach US soil

Unidentified drones were spotted over a sensitive US military base in Washington. This incident has heightened concerns about internal security.

Is your Social Security check set to shift amid Iran war? Will rising oil prices drive a higher 2027 COLA increase for millions of retirees?

Social Security update: COLA payments could change due to Iran war as oil prices surge past $100. Fuel prices jumped over 20 percent in one month