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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

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

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

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

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

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.'

Earthquake jolts central Turkiye, sending residents into the cold streets

Ankara: A moderately strong earthquake struck central Turkiye on Friday, Turkiyes emergency response said. The tremor sent some residents rushing

Trump administration denounces CNN for airing messages of Iran leaders

The Trump administration denounced CNN on Thursday for airing a portion of the new Iranian supreme leaders public statement, the second time in t

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

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

Stocks sink worldwide with no clear end in sight for Iran war

New York: Worries about the war with Iran sent oil prices back to USD 100 per barrel and stocks sinking worldwide. The S&P 500 fell 1.5 per cent

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

In unexpected move, Cuba to release 51 people from jails

Cubas government said Thursday night that it would release 51 people from the islands jails in an unexpected move. The Ministry of Foreign Affair

Indian export rates steady as demand slows, Vietnamese and Thai rates fall

Indian rice export prices remain steady this week. Demand is subdued. Vietnamese rice prices have eased due to less buying and increasing supply.

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

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

Trump administration takes steps to ease sanction on Russian oil

The license comes a day after the U.S. Department of Energy announced that the U.S. would be releasing 172 million barrels of oil from the strate

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

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

Iran-linked hackers take aim at US and other targets, raising risk of cyberattacks during war

Pro-Iranian hackers are escalating cyberattacks against U.S. targets, including defense contractors and critical infrastructure, amid the ongoing

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

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

U.S. intelligence says Iran government is not at risk of collapse, say sources

A multitude of intelligence reports provide consistent analysis that the regime is not in danger of collapse and etains control of the Iranian p

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.

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

Ferrari's Leclerc hopes year of the horse a good omen in China

Leclerc and teammate Lewis Hamilton came in behind the two Mercedes of race winner George Russell and Kimi Antonelli

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.

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

Timothee Chalamet faces backlash over dying art forms comment on Opera, Ballet

Actor Timothee Chalamet is facing criticism over remarks calling opera and ballet dying art forms, after a 2019 clip resurfaced amid renewed cont

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

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

Rupee falls 24 paise to 92.25 vs USD, hits record low

MUMBAI, March 12: The Indian rupee fell to a fresh record low on Thursday, closing 24 paise down at 92.25 against the US dollar. The currencys de

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

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

PM Modi hits out at those creating panic on LPG; warns black marketers of action

NEW DELHI, Mar 12: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday hit out at those trying to create panic on the LPG situation in India, and said they

Reasi District Lawn Tennis Open Cship concludes

Excelsior Sports Correspondent REASI, Mar 12: The first-ever Reasi District Lawn Tennis Open Championship concluded today at the Lawn Tennis Comp

EAM Jaishankar discusses West Asia crisis with Indonesian counterpart

NEW DELHI, Mar 12 : External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Thursday spoke to his Indonesian counterpart Sugiono as New Delhi ramps up diplomat

North India Powerlifting Cship begins

Excelsior Sports Correspondent JAMMU, Mar 12: The North India Powerlifting Championship 2025-26 began today at the Indoor Stadium, Bhagwati Nagar

Rahul raising baseless issues in LS, pursuing foreign agenda: Piyush Goyal

NEW DELHI, Mar 12 : Union minister Piyush Goyal on Thursday termed Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhis remarks on reported LPG shortage pretence,

16 Nepalese nationals rescued from online scam centres in Cambodia

KATHMANDU, Mar 12: Sixteen Nepalese nationals trafficked to Cambodia on the pretext of getting lucrative jobs were rescued and repatriated on Thu

Missiles and drones strike at the heart of a village in Odisha

The war in West Asia has thrown the world into chaos. Its impact is even being felt in a remote village in Odisha, where almost every family has

India trashes Pakistans storytelling over recent Pak-Taliban border conflict

NEW DELHI, Mar 12: India on Thursday trashed Islamabads allegations of an Indian hand in the recent clashes between Pakistani troops and the Tali

Ex-PM Manmohan Singh, Khaleda Zia among those included in Bangladesh parliaments condolence motion

DHAKA, Mar 12 : Bangladesh parliament on Thursday condoled the deaths of several national and international leaders, including former Indian prim

Cabinet meets today, will clear enhanced allowances for Ministers, POs, LoP, MLAs

Fare to be up by 18 pc, e-autos charges to be fixed *90 new posts for GMC Sgr, 46 for Jammu Sanjeev Pargal JAMMU, Mar 12: The Omar Abdullah Cabin

India has started feeling the impact of War

T N Ashok As the conflict between the United States, Israel and Iran spills deeper into the Gulf region, Indiathousands of miles away from the b

God saved me: Farooq reacts to assassination bid on life

Shah speaks to Abdullah, assures fair probe *Attacker sent to 5-day police custody Gopal Sharma JAMMU, Mar 12: Former J&K Chief Minister and Nati