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Assam CM and BJP Chief Launch Drive To Reach Out Leaders Threatening To Contest As Independents

Pointing out that there were 90 seats on which BJP is contesting, Mr Sarma said that there were more than 1400 aspirants. It was not possible to

Iran Says Hormuz Open to All but Enemy-Linked Ships

The threat of Iranian attacks during the U.S.-Israeli war on Iran has kept most ships from getting through the narrow strait, the conduit for aro

Mitsubishi Chemical President Praises Make in India Initiative as a Catalyst for Growth

Tokyo, March 22: Hiroki Fuji, President of Mitsubishi Chemical Engineering Corporation, stated on Sunday that India has always held immense poten

Telangana: 70-yr-old hangs self from bridge over harassment, head severed

Hyderabad: Unable to bear harassment by villagers, a 70-year-old man allegedly died by suicide after hanging himself from a bridge in Telanganas

Landslide hits Mandi after rain, nine houses evacuated

Puducherry Assembly election 2026: AIADMK fields candidates for two seats in the Union Territory

Under the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) in Puducherry, the AIADMK is facing polls in two seats.

More Than 50% of Nations Restrict Phones in Schools, Says UNESCO

The report outlines alarming trends in TikTok's algorithm, which promotes body image content to teens every 39 seconds, raising serious concerns

Russia Questions Ukrainian Embassys Role in Detained Nationals in India

New Delhi, March 22: The National Investigation Agency of India detained six Ukrainian and one American citizen at international airports in New

Teen killed, four others critically injured as speeding car rams auto in Vikarabad

The accident was reported around 7 p.m. near Rakamcherla village in Pudur mandal when the victims were travelling from Hyderabad towards Parigi t

Couple Killed as Car Rams Lorry on ChittoorTirupati Highway

Two children and driver escape unhurt after early-morning accident near Puthalapattu while family was travelling to Tirumala.

Russian oil tanker bound for China arrives in Mangaluru

Assembly election dates 2026 master guide: Dates for Assam, West Bengal, Kerala, Tamil Nadu and Puducherry

CEC Gyanesh Kumar on March 15, 2026, announced that the 2026 State Assembly elections will take place in 824 constituencies, with approximately 1

Rajasthan to teach local dialects in government schools

Jaipur: Rajasthan has launched a multilingual education initiative in government schools to make learning more engaging by incorporating local di

The rupee is falling and PM Modi is playing games to defeat Mamata

Dredging Corp aiming to more than double turnover to Rs 3,000 cr in next 5 yrs: CEO Divakar

NEW DELHI, Mar 22:Dredging Corporation of India is looking to more than double its topline to Rs 3,000 crore in the next five years, the companys

New lease of life for teen girl with rare form of cancer that left her unable to swallow

New Delhi, Mar 22: A 14-year-old girl suffering from a rare form of cancer that left her unable to swallow food, which significantly affected her

Iran war: Financial impact yet to be fully felt; check unnecessary expenses, Air India CEO tells staff

MUMBAI/NEW DELHI, Mar 22:The Air India Group has been significantly impacted by the Middle East conflict and the financial impact is yet to be fu

JSW MG Motor India looks to leverage on non-metros to accelerate sales of EV Windsor

NEW DELHI, Mar 22:With 70 per cent of its best-selling electric vehicle model Windsor coming from non-metros, JSW MG Motor India is stepping up e

Families of Jammu and Kashmir Students Stranded at Azerbaijan Border Seek Urgent Help

Srinagar, March 22: Over 200 students from Jammu and Kashmir are currently stranded at the Azerbaijan border, causing immense concern among their

NCLAT grants exemption to 50 IL&FSs red & amber companies from CSR obligations

NEW DELHI, Mar 22:Insolvency appellate tribunal NCLAT has exempted IL&FS Group companies categorised as red and amber from corporate social res

Skoda Auto India eyeing up to 12 pc sales growth in 2026: Company official

NEW DELHI, Mar 22:Czech automotive brand Skoda is eyeing up to 12 per cent sales growth in India this year on the back of ten product actions and

CII Flags Supply Disruptions for Indian Firms Due to West Asia Tensions

CII asserts that India is now better prepared for external shocks despite Middle East conflict challenges.

PM Modi to chair high-level meeting to review energy preparedness amid Middle East tensions

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will chair a high-level meeting to review India's energy preparedness amid escalating West Asian tensions. The focus

Mcap of five of top-10 most valued firms erodes by Rs 1 lakh cr; HDFC Bank biggest laggard

NEW DELHI, Mar 22: The combined market valuation of five of the top-10 most-valued firms eroded by Rs 1 lakh crore last week, with HDFC Bank taki

Pakistan Ranks First On Global Terrorism Index As Deaths Surge To Highest Since 2013

The findings reveal that deaths from terrorism in Pakistan are now at its highest level since 2013, with the country recording 1,139 terrorism de

TMCs Rs 300 tea wage pledge draws cautious industry response over sector viability

KOLKATA, Mar 22:The poll promise by the All India Trinamool Congress (TMC) to raise the minimum daily wage of tea garden workers to Rs 300 has dr

Good beginning for peace: Manipur CM says talks with Kuki Zo Council will continue

Imphal: Manipur Chief Minister Y Khemchand Singh on Sunday, March 22, said his meeting with a Kuki Zo Council delegation was a good beginning at

Chia Seeds Could Improve Digestion, Heart Health And Blood Sugar In 14 Days, Says Doctor

Despite their small size, chia seeds can have a surprisingly big impact on your health when consumed daily.

Temple tragedy: Ropeway cable snaps, trolley plunges in Chhattisgarh, one dead

A tragic ropeway accident occurred in Mahasamund, Chhattisgarh. A trolley carrying passengers crashed while descending from a hilltop temple. One

BJPs Confidence in Upcoming Elections: Ramkripal Yadavs Bold Statements

Danapur, March 22: Bihar Minister Ramkripal Yadav has responded to Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayans remarks about the BJP. Yadav asserted

If Iran doesnt fully open the Strait of Hormuz then: Trump issues new threat to Iran

U.S. President Donald Trump has warned Iran it has 48 hours to reopen the Strait of Hormuz or face strikes on its power plants. The warning comes

SEIL Energy India bags CII award for industrial safety

Transformation of Modinagar Station Under Amrit Bharat Station Scheme Delights Passengers

Ghaziabad, March 22: The Modinagar railway station in Uttar Pradesh has undergone a remarkable transformation under the Amrit Bharat Station Sche

Odisha Joint Entrance Examination 2026 Registration Deadline Extended, Apply Here

OJEE 2026: While the registration period will end on March 29, candidates will be allowed to make corrections to their application forms from Mar

EC tightens vigil in Bengal ahead of polls

Kolkata: Senior police officials began visiting police stations across West Bengal from Sunday, March 22, as the Election Commission stepped up m

Britain sees no evidence that Iran is targeting Europe with missiles

Britain's Housing Secretary Steve Reed has dismissed claims that Iran is planning missile strikes on Europe. He stated there is no assessment to

Tamil Nadu Assembly election 2026: Perambur residents see progress amid concerns over transport connectivity, contaminated water

Though waste management, flooding, and access to basic amenities have long been primary concerns, some residents of Perambur constituency in Nort

South Africa Defeats New Zealand by 19 Runs in Fourth T20, Series Tied 2-2

Wellington, March 22: South Africa has leveled the series against New Zealand at 2-2 after winning the fourth T20 match by 19 runs. Chasing a tar

'Pak Must Not Think Twice, Hit Mumbai, Delhi': Ex Envoy's Chilling Remark

Abdul Basit's remarks were made in response to a question on US Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard's statements flagging Pakistan's

BJPs RP Singh Confident of Improved Performance in Kerala Assembly Elections

New Delhi, March 22: Senior BJP leader RP Singh has asserted that his party will perform better in the upcoming Kerala Assembly elections. Singhs

IPL 2026: Punjab Kings Are Moving in Right Direction, Says Irfan Pathan

Pathan credited Punjab's improved clarity in leadership and squad-building for their turnaround

UK Deploys Nuclear Submarine in Arabian Sea Amid Iran Tensions

Moscow, March 22: British media reports indicate that a nuclear-powered Royal Navy submarine has arrived in the Arabian Sea, capable of launching

Enough Blood Has Been Spilled: WHO Chief On Sudan Hospital Attack Killing 64

The strike targeted Al-Daein Teaching Hospital, leaving it non-functional and depriving thousands to access critical medical services. Among thos

Africa To India Via Dubai: Inside Actor Ranya Rao's Rs 100 Crore Gold Smuggling Op

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West Bengal Teachers Demand Implementation of 7th Pay Commission from CM Mamata Banerjee

Kolkata, March 22: Teachers and education staff organizations in West Bengal have urged Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee to include state teachers

Declare 1971 Pak Atrocities Against Bengali Hindus 'Genocide': US Politician

Greg Landsman moved the resolution in the US House of Representatives on Friday, and it has been referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs.

Peaky Blinders: The Immortal Man film review: Cillian Murphy bids farewell to Tommy Shelby

The thrilling Peaky Blinders finale is a farewell tour tailored for Tommy Shelby, while passing the baton to a new generation

Peaky Blinders: The Immortal Man film review: Cillian Murphy bids farewell to Tommy Shelby

The thrilling Peaky Blinders finale is a farewell tour tailored for Tommy Shelby, while passing the baton to a new generation

Hyderabad to Raghurajpur: Visit Indias heritage art village

If youre a Hyderabadi who admires the fine weave of Pochampally or the elegance of Bidri work, there is a small village in Odisha that deserves a

NCLT allows withdrawal of insolvency proceedings against ATS Knightsbridge under section 12A

The project is reported to be at an advanced stage, with structural work across towers either completed or nearing completion

Allies in Delhi, rivals in states: Why Congress should quit INDIA bloc, fight regional parties

The INDIA bloc faces internal strife post-Rajya Sabha elections, with allies like SP, CPM, and CPI(ML) criticising Congress. Cross-voting and sta

5 Facts About The Blockage Of Strait Of Hormuz Amid US-Israel-Iran War

Here are key facts and figures about the blockage of the Strait of Hormuz, a crucial shipping route virtually paralysed...

Two US Tourists Booked For Flying Drone Near Coast Guard HQ In Kochi

KOCHI, Mar 22: A case has been registered against two US nationals for allegedly flying a drone near the Coast Guard Headquarters in Fort Kochi,

AIADMK Announces Candidates for Puducherry Assembly Elections 2026

Puducherry, March 22: The All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (AIADMK) has announced two candidates for the upcoming assembly elections. For

IPL 2026: LSG Depend Heavily on Their Overseas Trio of Batters, Says Lakshmipathy Balaji

LSG have a strong squad with the likes of Mitch Marsh, Nicholas Pooran and Aiden Markram as their overseas players and with only four foreign pla

DMK coerces allies to prioritise interests of Stalin family over public welfare: AIADMK

AIADMK leader Kovai Sathyan claims DMK forces allies to serve Chief Minister Stalin's family interests. He states partners are sacrificing their

Saturn And Jupiter Gain New Moons, Take Solar System Satellite Count To 442

The newly discovered moons are irregular satellites, meaning they are small (averaging about 3 km across) and have distant, often eccentric orbit

Middle East war halts Strait of Hormuz traffic, 20,000 seafarers stranded

The Strait of Hormuz, a vital global shipping lane, is severely disrupted by the ongoing Middle East war. This vital waterway, crucial for oil an

PM Modi becomes longest serving head of government in India

In a historic political journey, Narendra Modi has now become the longest-serving head of government in India, breaking the previous record set b

Angkor Wat and Ta Prohm: Symbols of India-Cambodia Shared Civilization

Phnom Penh, March 22: Angkor Wat is a magnificent symbol of the shared civilization between India and Cambodia. The architectural heritage locate

Kalki 2898 AD sequel back on sets, Prabhas to join soon

Hyderabad: The sequel to Kalki 2898 AD has officially resumed shooting, creating excitement among fans. After a short break, the team is back on

West Bengal polls: Top cops hit the ground to secure a peaceful vote

Police officials are visiting stations across West Bengal. They are reviewing security and poll preparedness. The Election Commission is stepping

Telangana Government Amends Building Rules to Boost Real Estate in Hyderabad

Hyderabad, March 22: The Telangana government has revised construction regulations to promote real estate development in Hyderabad. Builders will

Red Fort Protest To 'Udta Mantri': Who Is Ex-Punjab Minister At Centre Of Suicide Row

Laljit Singh Bhullar was asked to resign from the top post by Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann to ensure an impartial inquiry into the case.

Tomato farmers hope for a bright summer in Madanapalle

Horticulture officials said the season remained largely free from extreme weather conditions and they expect stable weather till May to support y

Cabinet colleagues laud PM Modis record breaking 8,931 days in public office

His Cabinet colleagues congratulated Prime Minister Modi on this record, with Defence Minister Rajnath Singh lauding his pure devotion to the nat

Tragic Cable Car Accident at Chhattisgarh Temple Claims One Life, Injures 16

Raipur, March 22: A tragic incident occurred at the Khallari Mata Temple in Chhattisgarh when a cable car suddenly malfunctioned and fell to the

Tamil Nadu Assembly election 2026: DMK president Stalin offers only five seats, CPI (M) seeks more time to discuss

Mr. Shanmugam said, though both parties had been holding talks, a meeting with the Chief Minister had taken place only now. As he has requested u

IPL 2026: Virat Kohli Laughs Offs Chartered Flights To London Reports

Taking to Instagram, Virat posted one of the reports on his story along with laughing emojis, indicating that these reports are, after all, false

74 LPG Cylinders Seized from Hoarders in Delhis Mahipalpur

The police operation in Mahipalpur led to the arrest of three individuals accused of manipulating the LPG supply chain.

Russia Accuses U.S. of Dominating Global Energy Market

Moscow, March 22: Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov has claimed in an interview with Russian media that the United States is pursuing a stra

Beyond a diagnosis: Rethinking Down Syndrome in a more inclusive world

World Down Syndrome Day on March 21 highlights Trisomy 21, a genetic condition affecting millions. While biology is understood, outcomes depend o

Miami Open: Zverev and Shevchenko Secure Victories in Opening Matches

Miami, March 22: The Miami Open kicked off with a strong performance from Alexander Zverev, a semi-finalist at Indian Wells. The German player be

Hotel owner, manager booked for failing to upload foreign guest details

Thane: Police have registered a case against the owner and the manager of a hotel in Navi Mumbai for allegedly not uploading information about fo

Telangana amends building rules to boost real estate in Hyderabad

Hyderabad: The Telangana government has amended building rules, relaxing TDR norms for builders in Hyderabad up to Outer Ring Road limits. The go

Iran opens Hormuz to most ships, restricts enemy vessels

The US-Israeli war on Iran entered its fourth week on Sunday, March 22, with shifting signals over the Strait of Hormuz, intensifying regional at

France Says Musk Encouraged Row Over Grok's Sexualised Images. He Responds

French prosecutors said Saturday they had alerted US authorities to a suspicion that tech tycoon Elon Musk had encouraged controversy over sexual

Retired Tripura State Rifleman Enters West Bengal Election Arena, Challenges TMC

Kolkata, March 22: A retired soldier from the Tripura State Rifles (TSR), Tarak Saha, has decided to enter the electoral fray in West Bengal. Thi

US-Israel War With Iran Has No Clear End In Sight After 22 Days

The Middle East war has entered a new phase with regular attacks on globally important energy infrastructure, but there is still no obvious way o

Transport union in NSW calls on state government to scrap public transport fares as high fuel costs mount cost-of-living pressure; transport minister responds

Sydney's transport union urges the government to abolish public transport fares, citing rising petrol costs and cost-of-living pressures. The RTB

IIT Bombay Releases Official Counselling Schedule For JAM 2026 Admission Process

IIT Bombay has announced the JAM 2026 counselling schedule, with application starting March 27 and closing April 15, 2025.

Low Vision Is Not Blindness: Understanding The Spectrum Of Visual Impairment

Vision loss exists on a wide spectrum, and low vision is very different from total blindness.

BJPs Seat Prospects in Kerala: A Triangular Contest Ahead, Says Hannan Mollah

New Delhi, March 22: CPI(M) leader Hannan Mollah has stated that the upcoming Kerala Assembly elections may witness a triangular contest. He attr

Blue saree brigade: Women at the heart of Indias water systems

Women make up less than 17 percent of the paid water workforce globally but in India's villages, they are already running the systems. This is t

BJPAnnounces Its Nominee for Karaikal (South)

The BJP's candidate list for the upcoming elections reveals a mix of seasoned politicians and new faces, as M Arulmurugan is set to contest from

Vijay to Announce TVK Candidates for Puducherry Assembly Elections

Mumbai, March 22: Actor-turned-politician Vijay is set to officially announce the list of candidates for the Puducherry Assembly elections. This

Mines Ministry to launch seventh tranche of critical, strategic mineral auctions on March 23

As on date, the Union Mines Ministry has auctioned off 46 blocks of critical and strategic minerals across six tranches of auctions

London turns into Delhi: Indian man spots auto-rickshaw on UK streets, watch viral video

An Indian man in London captured a video of a classic auto-rickshaw navigating the city's traffic, a sight that instantly evoked memories of home

New Sun Will Rise For The Cause: Sonam Wangchuk Returns To Leh After Detention, Seeks Constructive Dialogue On Ladakh Issue

Leh (Ladakh), Mar 22: Leh-based climate activist Sonam Wangchuk who returned to the region after his release from detention has said he is ready

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