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Maharashtra govt sets up control rooms, district panels to track LPG situation

In a bid to ensure a steady flow of LPG in Maharashtra, the state government has set up control rooms and district committees dedicated to overse

Cost escalation and delays haunt Bengaluru Metro project

Bengaluru has Indias second largest metro network, with around 96 kilometres of operational track and 83 stations. Darshan Devaiah B.P. argues th

Auston Matthews exits game after a knee-on-knee collision as Maple Leafs hold on for victory - Watch Video

Toronto Maple Leafs captain Auston Matthews sustained a lower-body injury after a brutal knee-on-knee collision with Radko Gudas in the second pe

Pakistan bombs fuel depot of private airline near Kandahar airport, Afghan Taliban says

Pakistan has bombed the fuel depot of private airline Kam Air near Afghanistan's Kandahar airport. The Afghan Taliban spokesperson confirmed the

Iran War Day 14 Updates: US refueling jet crashes in Iraq, Iran's Khamenei vows revenge & global oil markets bleed

Israel Iran Attack News, Day 14: The 14-day conflict ignited by US-Israeli strikes on Iran escalates with fresh missile launches and expanding ai

Asia set to pledge $30 billion in energy, mineral deals with US

Japan and several Asia-Pacific countries are expected to announce over $30 billion in deals with US companies this weekend, according to a Bloomb

Oil holds above $100 and stocks fall as Khamenei targets Hormuz

Tehran has targeted energy facilities this week across the Gulf, with ships hit near Iraq, fuel tanks attacked in Bahrain and drones fired at oil

The Hundred Auction 2026 Controversy: Why is Kavya Maran being trolled over Pakistans Abrar Ahmed & why was Sunrisers Leeds X account suspended?

The Hundred Auction 2026: Sunrisers Leeds signing of Pakistani leg-spinner Abrar Ahmed for The Hundred has sparked debate online, largely due to

Meta Pushes AI Model 'Avocado' Rollout To May or Later: Report

The performance of Meta's new AI model currently falls between Google's AI Gemini 2.5 and Gemini 3, delaying its launch until May or June

38 LPG cylinders seized in MP's Chhatarpur district

Chhatarpur officials took swift action by seizing 38 domestic gas cylinders during a two-day enforcement initiative. This response was triggered

French soldier killed in attack in Iraqi Kurdistan, says President Emmanuel Macron

The French military said earlier that drones had hit a base where troops were taking part in counter-terrorism training with Iraqi counterparts

29 new bridges proposed on Musi river in Hyderabad

The Comprehensive Mobility Plan under preparation as precursor to the master plan of Hyderabad Metropolitan Region for 2050, has proposed 29 brid

Allu Arjun Should Act in Hollywood Movies, Says Telangana CM Revanth Reddy

He further said language barriers in the movie industry have gone a long time ago, and only talent makes the difference.

Warmonger: Trumps second term sees highest external attacks by the U.S. in a decade

U.S. interventions resulted in more than a thousand fatalities in 2025, the deadliest single year since 2011

Indian Wells: Svitolina topples Swiatek as Sabalenka, Rybakina advance

While Elina Svitolina will face Elena Rybakina, Aryna Sabalenka will be up against Linda Noskova in the semifinals

How many people have been killed in the US-Israeli war on Iran?

Over a thousand people have died across the Middle East following U.S. and Israeli attacks on Iran, with the conflict rapidly involving Gulf stat

Stock Market LIVE Updates: Sensex, Nifty Brace For Another Negative Start Amid Oil Shock

Stock Market Live Updates Sensex Today: Indian benchmark indices are likely to see another low opening on Friday as crude oil prices shoot up.

Forces will hunt those attempting to disturb peace in Kashmir: LG

Asserting that the peace prevailing in Jammu and Kashmir has come after immense sacrifices, Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Thursday warned th

Morrissey Calls Off Concert in Spain After Local Festivities Deprived Him of Sleep

Morrissey stays in Spain for his next two tour dates, playing in Zaragoza on Saturday and Seville on Monday.

NASA clears Artemis moon rocket for April launch with four astronauts following repairs

NASA's moon rocket is cleared for an April launch after recent repairs, marking humanity's first lunar trip in over 50 years. The Artemis II miss

Four Killed as Travels Bus Overturns on Highway in Nizamabad

Bus carrying 22 passengers from Hyderabad to Nagpur loses control near Gannaram in Indalwai mandal; several injured.

Delhi High Court clears Marutis Transformotion mark

In a landmark decision, the Delhi High Court has sided with Maruti Suzuki, dismissing Volkswagen's objections to the trademark 'TRANSFORMOTION.'

Major Fire Breaks Out in Furniture Shop at Chandanagar

Huge flames engulf furniture store; fire crews rush to contain the blaze as thick smoke billows from the building.

US jury to begin deliberations in social media addiction trial

Jury deliberations are set to begin in a landmark trial where Meta and YouTube face accusations of intentionally hooking young users. Closing arg

US Treasury's Bessent to meet Chinese vice premier in France ahead of Trump-Xi summit

U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent will meet Chinese Vice Premier He Lifeng in Paris this weekend to continue trade and economic dialogue. The

RBI unlikely to hike rates now despite crude inflation as it is supply-driven shock, not demand: Natixis Economist

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) is unlikely to immediately raise interest rates despite inflationary pressures from rising crude oil prices, as t

Ekadashi March 2026 Date: When to observe Papamochani Ekadashi vrat, March 14 or 15? Know date, puja rituals and fasting rules

Ekadashi Kab Hai? Papamochani Ekadashi will be celebrated on March 15, 2026. This sacred day is dedicated to Lord Vishnu. Devotees observe fastin

Trump administration denounces CNN for airing messages from Iranian leaders

The Trump administration criticized CNN for broadcasting remarks from Iran's new supreme leader. This incident underscores the careful reporting

Pakistan Strike Kills 4 in Afghanistan's Kabul

Police spokesman Khalid Zadran said in a post on X that a Pakistani bombardment hit homes in the capital

Saudi Arabia says intercepted dozens of drones entering its airspace

Saudi Arabia's defense ministry announced the interception and destruction of dozens of drones entering its airspace. These incidents occur as Ir

5.5 quake jolts central Turkey, sending residents into the cold streets

A magnitude 5.5 earthquake shook central Turkey early Friday, with its epicenter in Niksar, Tokat province. While no damage was reported, residen

US military plane crashes in Iraq as Iran launches missiles at Israel, Gulf

The Israeli-American war on Iran entered its 14th day on Friday, March 13, as a US military refuelling aircraft crashed in western Iraq during op

LPG and oil crisis LIVE: Oil drops after U.S. issues license for countries to buy Russian oil for 30 days

Amid rising oil prices, the Trump administration has announced a temporary authorisation to other countries to purchase Russian oil currently str

Indian students win praise in US Senate hearing

Washington: Indian students studying in the US were praised on Thursday during a Senate hearing on foreign influence in American universities, ev

US begins 'unfair trade' practices probe against India & 59 other countries over forced labor

The U.S. Trade Representative's office has launched unfair trade practice probes into 60 economies for failing to act on forced labor. These inve

Breaking News Live Updates: Kabul police say Pakistan strike kills 4 in Afghan capital

LPG Price Today (March 13): How much you will pay for a cooking gas cylinder in your city

LPG Price March 13: Domestic LPG cylinder prices in India saw a Rs 60 increase in March 2026, reaching Rs 913.00 in New Delhi. This rise is attri

'Ticket to Tehran': Iranian Jews in Israel still long for Iran

A Persian-language radio host in Israel, Sahar Saidian, navigates her dual identity amidst the ongoing war between Israel and Iran. She expresses

De-escalation and dialogue are the only way forward: UN pleads for ceasefire in Iran crisis

Why are US stock market indexes down today and Dow Jones, S&P 500 and Nasdaq in red now? Wall Street fall, analysts insights and market outlook explained. Here's what should investors do now

Why are US stock market indexes down today and Dow Jones, S&P 500 and Nasdaq in red now became a key question for investors after Wall Street clo

Trump pushes 'SAVE America' voting bill ahead of midterms

President Donald Trump is urging Republicans to pass a new voting law. Critics say this law aims to stop many people from voting. The bill requir

Green Frontier Capitals maiden fund; How Megha Sarayan built Modge

Green Frontier Capital is one of the few VC firms that are exclusively focused on Indias climate-tech landscape. Kolkata-based Modge, coined from

Petrol, Diesel Price Today (March 13): Check latest fuel rates in Delhi, Bengaluru, Mumbai & other cities as global oil tensions rise

Petrol, Diesel Price Today: Fuel prices across India are stable today, offering consumers a welcome break. Oil companies have kept petrol and die

Footfall Drop, Raw Materials Delayed: Ajmal Perfumes Chief On War Impact

NDTV visited the manufacturing facility of Ajmal Perfumes in Dubai, one of the region's largest perfume brands, to understand how the situation i

Oil Tops $100 as Iran Vows Continued Fight After 6,000 U.S. Airstrikes

Military operations escalate, pushing oil prices above $100 a barrel and impacting global markets.

Trump touts oil price gains, saying 'we make a lot of money,' angering lawmakers

US President Donald Trump believes America will profit from rising oil prices caused by the war with Iran. This statement has drawn criticism fro

India gets relief as Iran allows Indian-flagged vessels through Strait of Hormuz

One person dies after Virginia university shooting, 2 in stable condition

A shooting at Old Dominion University in Norfolk, Virginia, has resulted in one fatality and two injuries. The gunman was also killed following t

CII-Rajasthan annual session held with call to promote entrepreneurship among youth

The Chief Minister said the State government had introduced as many as 34 new policies to create a conducive environment for industries

Suspect shot dead after crashing truck into Detroit-area synagogue

A man drove a truck into a synagogue in Detroit where children were attending preschool. Security personnel shot and killed the suspect. No one e

After India, US Temporarily Allows Sale Of Russian Oil At Sea

The United States is temporarily allowing the sale of Russian oil that is at sea, the Treasury Department said Thursday, as energy prices soared

Adobe's longtime CEO Shantanu Narayen to exit role amid AI disruption

Adobe's CEO Shantanu Narayen will step down after 18 years, sending shares down over 7% amid concerns about AI disruption. Despite reporting Q1 r

Hundreds Homeless As Massive Fire Burns Down 80 Delhi Shanties

On the night on March 11, a ferocious fire tore through nearly four acres of the bustling Machhli Mandi slum cluster in Matiala village near Delh

Iran-Israel war LIVE: U.S. military refuelling aircraft crashes; Saudi, Israel intercept Iranian missiles

U.S. President Donald Trump suggested that Irans national soccer team should withdraw from the upcoming FIFA World Cup as a personal safety measu

Rumours being spread about LPG shortage, says Punjab CM Mann

Cautioning against attempts to exploit the situation, the Chief Minister said the government will act firmly against anyone trying to create pani

Trump tariff refunds of $166 billion inch closer as US system is 4080% complete

The US government is working to refund 166 billion dollars collected from illegal tariffs. A new online system is being developed to process refu

Netanyahu Says Top Iranian Nuclear Scientist Killed In Israeli Strikes

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu says Israeli attacks have killed top Iranian nuclear scientists.

Netanyahu threatens Iran's new leader Mojtaba Khamenei, says govt collapse uncertain

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu issued a veiled threat against Iran's new supreme leader. He acknowledged that Israel's joint air war w

WhatsApp Introduces Parent-Controlled Accounts for Kids Under 13

Parents need a PIN to access and change privacy settings, enhancing safety for young users during gradual implementation.

US says 47,000 Americans returned from Middle East since Iran war

Approximately 47,000 Americans have returned from the Middle East following the US and Israel's attacks on Iran. The State Department has organiz

Morning Digest: Saudi oil tanker reaches Mumbai after crossing Strait of Hormuz; U.S. military refuelling aircraft crashes in Iraq, and more

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WB BJP leaders meet PM ahead of mega Brigade Rally in Kolkata

The meeting comes 48 hours before the Prime Minister is scheduled to address a mega rally at Kolkatas Brigade Parade Grounds on Saturday. Accordi

No life insurance: Netanyahu warns Irans new Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei

Jerusalem: Asserting that the joint US-Israel campaign against Iran is going better than expected and Israel is stronger than ever, Israeli Prime

Google Revamps Maps with New AI Features to Improve Navigation

Google Maps introduces 'Immersive Navigation' for a 3D view of surroundings to enhance user navigation.

Akhilesh Yadav meets Avimukteshwaranand Saraswati, vows to put an end to fake saints

Samajwadi Party chief said the responsibility of the LPG crisis in India is on the BJP government, both at the Centre and State in U.P.

Iran's UN Envoy Says Not Going To Close Strait Of Hormuz

Iran's Un Ambassador said on Thursday Tehran was not going to close the Strait of Hormuz, but added that it was Iran's right to preserve the secu

Morning Brief Podcast: India Opens the Door to China Investmentsa Little

Srinagar court issues non-bailable warrantagainst Farooq Abdullah in J&K cricketscam

The court has listed the matter for further proceedings on March 30

Hyderabad Woman Dies By Suicide After Argument With Husband Over alcohol

A 30-year-old woman allegedly died by suicide at her rented house here after being scolded by her husband not to consume alcohol, police said on

Oscars 26: Security tightened amid possible Iran drone attack

Organisers of the upcoming Academy Awards say security arrangements for the ceremony have increased after the news of an FBI alert surfaced ahead

Deepika raises AQI alarm in Mumbai

Actress Deepika Padukone, who was last seen in Singham Again, is questioning the authorities in the Maharashtra administration over their failure

Amazon may move Prime Day to late June, says report

Traditionally held in July since its 2015 launch, Prime Day is known for deep discounts across categories such as electronics, apparel, and home

In Bihar, companies surrendering sand mining lease will not be allowed to participate in fresh tender

78 companies surrendered sand mining leases citing massive losses.The Bihar minister said the move has caused a revenue loss to the tune of aroun

Elon Musk's X To Change Verification System In Europe: Report

Elon Musk's social media company X has agreed to change its verification mechanism in the European Union following a fine of 120 million euros, B

NASA clears its Artemis 2 moon rocket for April launch with four astronauts

The rocket will be crewed by three American astronauts mission commander Reid Wiseman, Victor Glover and Christina Koch and Canadian astronaut

Who was Ayman Ghazaleh, and how is he linked to Temple Israel synagogue in West Bloomfield, Michigan? Temple Israel synagogue attack suspect explained

Who was Ayman Ghazaleh, and how is he linked to Temple Israel synagogue in West Bloomfield, Michigan? The Temple Israel synagogue attack in West

Sensex, Nifty drop 1% as Brent crude tops $100

MUMBAI, March 12: Indian stock markets opened sharply lower on Thursday, weighed down by surging crude oil prices and escalating geopolitical ten

PM Modi speaks to Iranian president over West Asia crisis, urges peace

Modi expressed concern over civilian casualties and damage to infrastructure, stressing that the safety of Indian nationals and uninterrupted tra

VBSA Bill a solution to current challenges, catalyst for growth: UGC tells joint panel of Parliament

Education Ministry had told the joint panel that the NEP 2020 was prepared after one of the widest consultation processes; the Bill was circulate

Many political, social organisations condemn attack on Farooq Abdullah

NC takes out protest march in Jammu Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Mar 12: The Jammu unit of Jammu and Kashmir National Conference (JKNC) led by

SBI RSETI celebrates its foundation day

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Mar 12: State Bank of India, Rural Self Employment Training Institute Jammu (SBI RSETI Jammu) today celebrated its

Terror cant be selective

Pushp Saraf pushpsaraf@yahoo.com One of the most persistent ironies in South Asian geopolitics is Pakistans contradictory approach to terrorism.

Leverage massive deregulations to boost industrial growth: CS

* Addresses maiden stakeholders conference on EoDB Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Mar 12: In a significant move to strengthen the industrial ecos

LG, CM greet people on Jumat-ul-Vida

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Mar 12: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha has extended his greetings to the people on the occasion of Jumat-ul-Vida,

Over 23,000 grievances related to J&K received through CPGRAMS: Govt

Sat Sharma raises issue in RS Excelsior Correspondent NEW DELHI, Mar 12: Over 23,000 grievances related to Jammu and Kashmir were received throug

Dr Jitendra informs RS about ISROs initiatives for students participation in Space activities

Excelsior Correspondent NEW DELHI, Mar 12 : Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science & Technology and Earth Sciences, and MoS in

Deposit-Credit Divergence and Banking System Liquidity Risk

Prof D Mukherjee mukhopadhyay.dinabandhu@gmail.com In the closing quarter of Indias financial year (Q4 FY 2025-26), the banking system is grappli

CBK files chargesheet against 17 in Health Dept recruitment scam

Excelsior Correspondent SRINAGAR, Mar 12: The Economic Offences Wing (EOW) of the Crime Branch Kashmir filed a chargesheet against 17 accused, in

CSR Initiative to provide mental health education to 10,000 students in Karnataka and Tamil Nadu

These activity-based sessions are designed to make conversations around emotions, empathy, communication, and well-being accessible to young peop

Supreme Court Grants Bail To Separatist Shabir Shah In Terror Funding Case

In 2019, Shah was arrested in a case registered by the National Investigation Agency (NIA) against him and other separatist leaders in 2017. The