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Sri Lanka Declares Wednesday Off To Conserve Fuel

The new four-day week will also apply to schools and universities. Over 90% of the oil and gas transported through the Strait of Hormuz goes to A

Spotlight: Indian Fashion Celebrated at the Oscars 2026

Indian fashion, culture, and artistry were not just present at the Oscars 2026they were truly honoured.

Keralam : NDA fields Father-Son In Christian-Dominated Constituencies

The father-son duo of veteran politician P C George and his son Shone George has been fielded in Poonjar and Pala constituencies in central Keral

Seat Fillers: The Unsung Volunteers Who Keep Award Shows Looking Packed

From strict rules to star-studded moments, a young volunteer shares behind-the-scenes insights from the Oscars and Grammys.

KTR invokes George Orwell, Kaloji to slam Telangana govt in Assembly

Hyderabad: Quoting English novelist George Orwell In a time of deceit, telling the truth is a revolutionary act and invoking poet Kaloji Naraya

Government says LPG situation still concerning; flags panic bookings, ramps up supply monitoring

India's LPG supply is a concern due to the West Asia conflict. Despite this, domestic supplies are stable, and no distributor has reported shorta

Bioengineering technique can protect coast from erosion, says professor in IIT Indore

Experimental findings showed that bio-mediated treatment significantly improved the strength and durability of coastal sand, professor in IIT Ind

SC strikes down law limiting maternity leave to adoption of children under 3 moths

NEW DELHI, Mar 17: Observing that adoption is part of the right to reproductive autonomy, the Supreme Court on Tuesday struck down a law which sa

Bajaj Electricals acquires Morphy Richards brand rights in India

Bajaj Electricals will fully own and steer the Morphy Richards portfolio in India, Nepal, Bhutan, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka and the Maldives

SC Cites Bleak Chance Of Trials Early Disposal, Long Incarceration To Grant Bail To Separatist Shabir Shah

New Delhi, Mar 17: Underlining that if the trial was unlikely to conclude within a reasonable time, continued detention could result in curtailme

Speaker Om Birla asks Centre to form groups and brief MPs on crop insurance scheme

The crop insurance programme provides farmers with affordable insurance coverage against losses caused by natural calamities and other risks affe

Sourav Ganguly to join politics before West Bengal Elections 2026? Dada clarifies

Sourav Ganguly joins TMC rumours: Sourav Ganguly has officially quashed rumours of his political entry ahead of West Bengal's upcoming Assembly e

St. Patricks Day: Is it a federal holiday, and why is it celebrated in US?

The origins of St. Patricks Day trace back more than a millennium and began as a religious observance. Christians in Ireland started commemoratin

CPI(M) expels T.K Govindan; K.K. Ragesh alleges opportunism

Parliamentary panel advises MoSPI to optimise fund use, seek extra funds if needed

A Parliamentary panel has urged the Statistics Ministry to use allocated funds wisely. The ministry faces funding shortfalls for key schemes like

Watch: At UN General Assembly, India slams Pakistans air-bombing campaigns during Ramadan

Officers who do not apply tilak spoil atmohspere: Raja Singh refuses protection

Hyderabad: Goshamahal MLA T Raja Singh has refused police protection for the Sree Ramnavami Shobha Yatrascheduled on March 27 in Hyderabad, alleg

Lokayukta orders payment of 50.24 lakh EPF and ESI dues to KGBV outsourcing staff

YouTuber stabbed to death by husband in Jagtial district

Israel Says It Has Killed Head Of Irans Basij Militia

Dubai, Mar 17: Israel said on Tuesday it had killed the head of the Iranian Revolutionary Guards all-volunteer Basij force, a key force used to s

K C Venugopal raises Sabarimala women entry issue, challenges CM to clarify stand

Congress leader K C Venugopal has challenged Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan. He demands a clear stand on the Sabarimala women entry issue

India Post Launches Premium 24-Hour, 48-Hour Delivery Services

New Delhi, Mar 17: The Department of Posts on Tuesday launched three premium delivery services offering 24-hour and 48-hour guaranteed timelines

Woman Killed After 60-Foot Iron Bridge Collapses Into Drain In Delhi

A 60-foot iron bridge over a drain collapsed in north Delhi's Roop Nagar area on Tuesday morning, killing a woman, officials said.

7 famous street foods from Delhi every food lover should taste

Manali Horror: Over 1,000 vehicles stuck, tourists spend 20 hours in freezing cold near Atal Tunnel

Heavy snowfall stranded thousands of tourists near Himachal Pradesh's Atal Tunnel, with over 1,000 vehicles stuck for nearly 20 hours. Rescue ope

PIL pile-up: 42-year-old case lingers as Supreme Court backlog swells to over 3,500

India's Supreme Court faces a crisis with over 3,500 public interest litigations pending. Many cases have been stuck for years, some for decades,

LPG cylinder to be delivered only after Aadhaar authentication, check how to update e-KYC online

The petroleum ministry has clarified that biometric Aadhaar authentication for LPG customers is only for those who haven't completed e-KYC yet, e

LG Sinha Reviews J&K Police Passing Out Parade at Talwara

Srinagar, Mar 17: Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Tuesday reviewed the passing out parade of J&K Police constables at STC Ta

Tamil Nadu Assembly election 2026: CPI(M) firm on its demand for more seats

China Says to Provide Humanitarian Assistance to Iran, Mideast Nations

Beijing is a close partner of Iran and has urged the United States and Israel to cease their attacks on the country, while also criticising Tehra

Telangana HC dismisses plea against KGBV bunker bed tender

Hyderabad: The Telangana High Court has dismissed a writ petition challenging the States tender process for supplying bunker beds to Kasturba Gan

Uttar Pradesh Board Result 2026: Over 1.5 Lakh Examiners Begin Evaluation From March 18

Students can check UP Board exam results on upresults.nic.in after evaluation ends by March 31; roll numbers and school details should be kept re

The Lancet Reports A Boom In Fake Obesity Drugs: What You Need To Know

A new Lancet report pinpoints that a boom in counterfeit obesity drugs is taking place. Here is what you need to know about the dangers that thes

Launched in 1947, the Shankarlal Music Festival finds its formula for continuity

The annual festival showcases a rich musical spectrum, uniting veteran and emerging artistes from both Carnatic and Hindustani traditions.

RRS chief urges Karnataka not to increase Almatti dam height

RRS president Dr. Kuncham Venkatasubba Reddy said he had written a letter to PM Narendra Modi and also apprised Karnataka State water resources d

Rajinikanth condemns TVK leader Aadhav Arjunas DMK threat claim

Aadhav Arjuna had claimed Rajinikanth was pressured by the DMK not to enter politics.

Rebalance when asset weights drift, not when headlines shout: DSP CEO Kalpen Parekh

Rajasthan Launches Massive 2-Crore Cattle Vaccination Drive to Stamp Out Foot Mouth Disease

Rajasthan launches FMD drive to vaccinate 2.32 crore cattle, aiming for disease-free state by 2030.

Towel Dance At Bengal School Sparks Row, Rights Body Issues Notice

The video, which is doing rounds on social media, shows two girls dancing to the song 'Mere Khwabon Mein' from the film 'Dilwale Dulhaniya Le Jay

Im human, I make mistakes: Gautam Gambhir opens up on relationship with Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma

Head coach Gautam Gambhir acknowledged potential missteps in his relationship with senior players Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma, admitting human e

Hard Rock Cafe Shuts Down 10 Outlets Across India, From Delhi To Bengaluru

Long-time patrons describe Hard Rock Cafe as one of the few urban spaces that consistently promoted live rock and independent music in India.

Infosys stock hit 6-year low, market valuation drops below Rs 5 trillion

Mumbai, March 17 (IANS) Shares of Infosys came under sharp selling pressure on Tuesday, with the stock hitting an over six-year low during intra-

Bengaluru airport introduces Connections by BLR for seamless transfer experience

Transfers currently account for around 15% of total passenger traffic at Kempegowda International Airport and are expected to rise to 20% by 2026

Kerala State Film Policy recommends recognition of cinema as an industry

The Kerala State Film Policy also suggests steps to ensure gender justice

Gold Futures Rise To Rs 1.56 Lakh/10g; Ends 3-Day Decline Amid Tensions In West Asia

New Delhi, Mar 17: Gold prices rebounded in futures trade on Tuesday, gaining Rs 922 to Rs 1.56 lakh per 10 grams, snapping a three-day losing st

Trouble brewing between Awez Darbar and Nagma Mirajkar?

Mumbai: Looks like another heartbreak may have taken place in the world of showbiz. Speculation is rife that television and social media couple A

Harish Rao slams Revanth Reddy over Rs 1,070 cr cut to Siddipet

Hyderabad: Former minister and Siddipet MLA T Harish Rao has written an open letter to Telangana chief minister A Revanth Reddy, raising serious

US Minors Sue Musk's X AI, Alleging Grok Generated Their Sexual Images

Three Tennessee litigants, including two minors, sued Elon Musk's xAI on Monday, alleging that it knowingly designed its Grok image generator to

Tennessee minors sue Musk's xAI, alleging Grok generated sexual images of them

Governments and regulators around the world have since launched probes, imposed bans and demanded safeguards in a growing push to curb illegal an

All About Club Chemistry, The Nightclub At Centre Of The UK Meningitis Outbreak

Investigators believe that at least one person infected with meningitis had visited the venue, potentially exposing others in a crowded indoor se

Autumn Durald, 1st Woman to Win Best Cinematography Oscar Award

In her acceptance speech, Durald invited the women in the theatre to stand and thanked them, saying: I dont get here without you guys!

Blood Donation In A Crisis: Why A Strong Supply Is Vital During Conflicts Like The Iran War

As conflict escalates in Iran, citizens are lining up at blood banks to support overwhelmed hospitals. Experts say blood donation is one of the m

Supreme Court strikes down law limiting maternity leave to adoption of children under 3 months

The Supreme Court also asked the Centre to come out with a provision recognising paternity leave as a social security benefit

Sale of fake obesity drugs driven by high prices, weight-loss desire prompts health concern: Lancet

New Delhi, Mar 17 (PTI) Fake and falsified obesity drugs could be prompting a public health concern driven by high prices, a lack of insurance an

Israel Says It Killed Iran's Basij Force Chief In Tehran Strike

Israel's military said on Tuesday it had killed the head of the Basij volunteer paramilitary force in a precise strike in Tehran.

Telangana prioritises public transport and EV mobility at summit

Ponnan Prabhakar said that the government is prioritising the strengthening of bus services, metro, and last-mile connectivity

LG Manoj Sinha Reviews Passing Out Parade At Talwara, Extends Wishes To J&K Police Recruits

Srinagar, Mar 17: The Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor on Tuesday reviewed the passing out parade of J&K Police constables at STC Talwara. I

It Was Destiny, It Was A Fairytale: Ganguly on Iconic Kolkata Test Against Australia in 2001

The famous 2001 Test against Australia was revisited as legends gathered in Kolkata to reminisce over the 376-run partnership between Rahul Dravi

Maharashtra: Theatre crowd pledges to boycott Muslims during Kerala Story 2

Vasai (Maharashtra): A video, purportedly from Maharashtras Palghar district, showing people in a cinema hall chanting slogans and pledging to bo

Now You Can Message People Without Downloading WhatsApp

The guest users cannot access group chats or share any form of media such as sending photos, videos or documents

Postal Department Launches Premium Services With 24-Hour And 48-Hour Delivery Guarantee

New Delhi, Mar 17: The Department of Posts on Tuesday rolled out three premium services, with 24-hour and 48-hour delivery guarantees for urgent

Iron Overbridge Collapses In Delhi's Roop Nagar, Woman Dies

A 60-foot iron bridge over a drain collapsed in north Delhi's Roop Nagar area on Tuesday morning, killing a woman, officials said.

Israel says it has killed head of Iran's Basij militia Soleimani

Israel announced the killing of Gholamreza Soleimani, head of Iran's Basij force. This volunteer force is crucial for suppressing protests within

Foreign Woman Looking For Place To Stay Instantly 'Adopted' By Indian Mother, Heartwarming Video Viral

Dutch traveller Meike Hijman shares a heartfelt moment with an Indian mother who hosts her in rural Rajasthan, highlighting Indian hospitality.

Parliamentary panel asks govt to expedite monetisation of tailings dumps at Bharat Gold Mines

A parliamentary committee wants the mines ministry to speed up plans to make money from gold-rich waste dumps at Bharat Gold Mines Ltd. These dum

Ex-Suvendu Adhikari Loyalist Pabitra Kar Rejoins Trinamool Ahead Of Polls

A former BJP panchayat chief, who was known to be close to senior party leader Suvendu Adhikari, on Tuesday rejoined the ruling TMC amid speculat

'Not Clear If He's Dead Or Injured': Israel Targets Iran's Security Chief Ali Larijani

Iran Israel War News: Israel Targets Iran's Security Chief Ali Larijani: 'Not Clear If He's Dead Or Injured'

Karnataka II PU exam: Students get wrong question paper in Hassans Belur

In place of the question paper meant for fresh candidates, the officials at the examination centre gave them the question paper, prepared for the

BJD Faces Internal Turmoil As Cross-voting Signals Waning Grip Of Naveen Patnaik

Today, however, the political landscape around Patnaik appears to be shifting dramatically. The BJD president now finds his grip over the party w

How Infighting Cost Congress Dear In Haryana Rajya Sabha Polls

Tensions between senior Congress leaders Bhupinder Singh Hooda and Kumari Selja resurfaced during the polls, raising serious concerns about unity

India can play a role in US-Iran ceasefire, says Finland President Stubb

Finnish President Alexander Stubb urged India to play a diplomatic role in achieving a ceasefire between the US-Israel bloc and Iran amidst escal

Telangana CM congratulates Sahitya Akademi Award winner Nandini Sidha Reddy

Hyderabad: Telangana Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy on Tuesday congratulated poet Nandini Sidha Reddy, who won the Sahitya Akademi Award for 2025

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Congress condemns Pakistani strike on Afghanistan hospital, says world must reject such 'barbarism'

On behalf of the Indian National Congress, we are deeply distressed by the horrific loss of civilian lives in Kabul following the recent air stri

Will provide humanitarian assistance to Iran, West Asia nations: China

Chinas Foreign Ministry spokesman Lin Jian said the war had caused grave humanitarian catastrophes in Iran and other West Asia nations

Hyderabad: 800 kg stale chicken seized in GHMC task force raid

Hyderabad: In a major crackdown on food safety violations, a team of GHMC Task Force officials conducted a raid on A1 Fresh Chicken Shop located

Vizag: Ex-Bank Clerk, Aide Get 5-Year Jail in 1.71 Crore Fraud Case

CBI Court in Visakhapatnam awards five-year jail term and imposes hefty fine on two accused.

Iran, Pak, Afghanistan: India's Western Neighbours Are Engaged In Conflict

Pakistan has been the Afghan Taliban's closest friend for decades. Now, there's an open war between the two. The two countries, now at loggerhead

Trying to book LPG cylinder? Delhi Police has an urgent message for you that can save your bank a/c from getting empty

Delhi Police are warning residents about a surge in phishing scams targeting LPG cylinder bookings amid West Asian conflict concerns. Scammers ar

Renault Duster 2026 booking: Check how to book online, delivery timeline, price and more

Renault has introduced the new Duster SUV in India. Introductory prices begin at Rs 10.49 lakh. Turbo-petrol variant deliveries start in April 20

Bael Sharbat vs Aam Panna: Which Is Better For Health Amid Summer Heatwaves?

Bael sharbat and aam panna are popular summer hydrating drinks. Their individual nutritional density and health benefits can help you if you know

West Bengal elections: EC transfers 19 senior police officers in fresh reshuffle ahead of polls

US-Israel-Iran war:Outcome of war not determined by tweets, says Iran to Trump

In a direct address to US President Donald Trump, Ebrahim Zolfaghari, spokesperson for the Iranian militarys central command headquarters, took a

'Ye ladka haath mein nahi aayega': Suryakumar Yadav, son of a BARC engineer, recalls how he failed in academics but found success in cricket

Suryakumar Yadav, India's T20 captain, has achieved an impressive 80% win rate, a stark contrast to his academic struggles. Leading the team to a

Star-Studded Special Song for Ram Charans Peddi to Feature Three Heroines?

Peddi co-stars Janhvi Kapoor, Divyendu Sharma, Shivarajkumar and Jagapathi Babu.

Hyderabad: GHMC commish calls for focus on garbage vulnerable points

Hyderabad: Greater Hyderabad Municipal Commissioner RV Karnan on Tuesday, March 17 asked the staff to focus on garbage vulnerable points in the c

Beyond croissants: Puducherrys Abov highlights Vietnamese, Sri Lankan and Malaysian flavours

Meri Zindagi Hai Tu last episode preponed, check new date here

Hyderabad: The excitement around the final episode of the popular Pakistani drama Meri Zindagi Hai Tu is at an all-time high. With the show neari

Lok Sabha lifts ban on 8 oppn MPs, sets Laxman Rekha for conduct

New Delhi: The Lok Sabha on Tuesday revoked with immediate effect the suspension of eight opposition members, who were barred from the House on F

Indias second LPG carrier Nanda Devi arrives at Gujarat port

Nanda Devi has docked at Vadinar port in Devbhumi Dwarka district, and preparations were being made to shift the LPG to the daughter ship, Deenda