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Iranian missile hits U.S. base at Al-Udeid: Qatar Defence Ministry

Qatar said it had dismantled two spy cells linked to Irans Revolutionary Guards, its official press agency reported just after midnight on March

CBSE postpones Class X, XII exams in Kuwait amid US-Iran conflict

KUWAIT CITY, Mar 3 : The Embassy of India in Kuwait on Tuesday said the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has postponed Class X and XII

UP: Over 44 lakh devotees visit Braj region for Holi festivities; 26 held for creating nuisance

MATHURA (UP), Mar 3 : More than 44 lakh devotees have visited Mathura, Vrindavan and other sites in the Braj region this year to take part in the

All India Inter-University winter games conclude

Excelsior Sports Correspondent GULMARG, Mar 3: The All India Inter-University Winter Games 202526, hosted by the Central University of Kashmir (C

Indian-American student among 4 killed in Texas mass shooting; FBI probes possible extremist links

HOUSTAN, Mar 3: A 21-year-old Indian-American student is among four killed in a shooting outside a bar in Austin that is being investigated as a

PM extends greetings on Attukal Pongala, highlights spirit of Nari Shakti and Harmony

NEW DELHI, Mar 3: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday extended warm wishes to the nation on the sacred occasion of Attukal Pongala, emphasisi

Unique Intl School Gadigarh inaugurates Skating Rink

Excelsior Sports Correspondent JAMMU, Mar 3: Unique International Public School, Gadigarh inaugurated its newly constructed Skating Rink amid ent

Kavinder attends Matho Nagrang Fest, urges youth to uphold Ladakhs cultural legacy

Excelsior Correspondent LEH, Mar 3: Lieutenant Governor (LG) of Ladakh, Kavinder Gupta, here today attended the historic Matho Nagrang Festival a

Air strike hits Iraq base housing pro-Iran group: faction sources

Several Iran-backed armed groups, known as the Islamic Resistance in Iraq, to which Kataeb Hezbollah also belongs, have said they will not stay

'Are you defending Ayatollahs now?': Mullin BLASTS Dems over 'Trump dragged US into Iran war' remark

MLA Ramnagar inaugurates infrastructure projects worth crores

Excelsior Correspondent RAMNAGAR, Mar 3: Dr Sunil Bhardwaj, MLA Ramnagar, today spearheaded a massive developmental blitz across the constituency

Dr Jitendra beckons J&K Govt to partner with Centre in writing Indias growth story

e-Office saves crores during Durbar move Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Mar 3: Expressing optimism that J&K Government will come closer and partn

Arvind Gupta lays foundation stone for 6-classroom block at GGHS Gole Gujral

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Mar 3: The foundation stone for the construction of a six-classroom block at Government Girls High School (GGHS),

PM speaks to heads of several nations, voices concern over attacks on their countries

Discusses welfare, security of Indian community NEW DELHI, Mar 3: Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke to Sultan Haitham bin Tarik of Oman, Crown P

Omar condemns killing of Khamenei, asks which law gave US right to attack

Viksit Bharat can only be reality when every region develops Avtar Bhat JAMMU, Mar 3: Strongly condemning the killing of Irans Supreme Leader Aya

Deadline over, missing, dilapidated Mussavis yet to be reconstructed in many districts

Thousands of landowners facing inconvenience *Decade later, administrative units face staff, infra shortage Mohinder Verma JAMMU, Mar 3: Thousand

508th Nirvan Diwas of Sant Kabir observed

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Mar 3: All J&K Sadguru Kabir Sabha, under the leadership of its president Shamsher Chand, celebrated the 508th Nir

Schools, colleges closed till March 7, restrictions to continue

Excelsior Correspondent SRINAGAR, Mar 3: The administration has ordered closure of the schools for this week and continuation of restrictions in

PM Modi calls for export push, puts biopharma at centre stage

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has signaled a strategic shift in India's export policy, moving from cost competitiveness to quality-driven growth.

Saw missiles in sky: Hyderabads Gulf passengers return amid US-Israel-Iran war

Hyderabad:For most passengers who landed in Hyderabad on Tuesday evening, March 3, the relief of touching Indian soil only came after days of unc

Middle East tensions: Have critical stakes in Gulf, will act in national interest, says government

India expresses deep anxiety over the escalating West Asia conflict, highlighting the critical stakes for nearly one crore Indian nationals in th

Macron orders Frances nuclear-powered aircraft carrier to Mediterranean

Macron said the United States of America and Israel have decided to launch military operations; they were conducted outside international law, wh

Three held for jumping police naka in Domana

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Mar 3: Three individuals were arrested for allegedly jumping the police naka at Domana area here today. A police o

J&K Police lodge FIR against Kashmir MP Ruhullah, former Srinagar mayor Mattu

Junaid Azim Mattu said in a Kashmir today fellow mainstream leaders have surrendered and sold their tongues to the BJP-led Government and chosen

I am party-less: Jemino reveals being approached by parties for LS bypoll

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, March 3: Former UDP leader Jemino Mawthoh on Tuesday acknowledged that he has been approached by both national and regi

Holi: Its Importance in Hindu Mythology and History

Gourav Sabharwal Holi, the vibrant Festival of Colors, is one of the most significant and widely celebrated festivals in Hindu culture. Beyond th

Holi: The Quintessential Spiritual Odyssey of Universal Harmony and Brotherhood

BK Prof. ( Dr.) Jayadeba Sahoo Faculty, Brahma Kumaris & Professor (Ex-Dean & Head), Dept of Eduaction, Rajiv Gandhi (Central) University, Itanag

Traditional fervour marks Shad Lyngdoh in Pynursla

From Our Reporter PYNURSLA, March 3: The annual Shad Lyngdoh was celebrated with traditional splendour at Madan Shad Lyngdoh, Rangthylliang, unde

KSU demands NHAI correct misspelling of Khliehriat

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, March 3: The Khasi Students Union (KSU) Jowai Unit on Tuesday demanded that the National Highways Authority of India (N

UDP yet to finalise candidate for by-election

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, March 3: The United Democratic Party (UDP) has not taken a decision on its nominee for the forthcoming Lok Sabha by-ele

EKH cops recover stolen motorcycles

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, March 3: Following a recent spike in two-wheeler thefts across the city, the East Khasi Hills Police on Monday recovere

Fire near U.S. consulate in Dubai after drone attack: govt statement

U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio confirmed the drone strike adjacent to the U.S. consulate in Dubai and said all personnel were safe

Holi 2026: Top 5 Delicious thandai recipes to try this Holi

Thandai, a traditional Indian beverage, is intrinsically linked with the vibrant festival of Holi, symbolizing spring's arrival and communal joy.

'You have plans to bring ICE to polling stations?': Padilla confronts Noem in fiery Senate hearing

Pahalgam case: NIA seeks China's help to trace GoPro cam info

A special NIA court has issued a letter rogatory to China seeking assistance in tracing the supply chain of a GoPro camera seized in the Pahalgam

Who is Ayatollah Ali Khamenei's son Mojtaba Khamenei, new supreme leader of Iran? Report claims Assembly of Experts selected him after US Iran war

Who is Ayatollah Ali Khamenei's son Mojtaba Khamenei, new supreme leader of Iran? After the reported death of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei in a US Isra

War escalates as Iran hits US Embassy in Saudi Arabia; Israeli troops enter Lebanon

DUBAI, March 3: Iran expanded its targets on Tuesday, striking the US Embassy in Saudi Arabia as Washington began to pull many staff out of the M

Global markets sink over wars impact on energy supplies

TOKYO, March 3: Global shares mostly declined while oil prices surged on Tuesday as investors eyed threats to world energy supplies from the Iran

Quote of the day by Kate Hudson: 'You have a choice: Support the woman standing next to you, or compete with her. But if...' lessons on women empowerment and success by Golden Globe-winning actress of Almost Famous

Quote of the day by Kate Hudson: Actress Kate Hudson emphasizes the choice between supporting or competing with other women, warning that competi

Who was Pythagoras? Ancient greek philosophers simple advice for longevity and long life

Longevity means living long with good health and happiness. Ancient thinkers like Pythagoras also spoke about it. He shared simple advice about b

After 41 years, Supreme Court finds accused guilty but waives prison term

Curtains Come Down On 777 Foreign-Made Wristwatches Smuggling Case

Will UAE attack Iran now as US consulate in Dubai witnesses fire after drone strike? Middle East conflict raises security concerns

Will UAE attack Iran now as US consulate in Dubai witnesses fire after drone strike? A drone strike caused a fire near the US Consulate in Dubai.

Telangana CM orders officers to have mid-day meal with school children

Hyderabad:Telangana Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy on Tuesday, March 3, directed that a designated officer be made responsible for the mid-day me

Back home, Sindhu recollects Dubai ordeal, hopes to be back in action soon

It was a terrifying experience, it was the first time going through something like that and hopefully the last, Sindhu said

District administration offers comprehensive assistance to Aneeshs family

Madras High Court grants bail to woman accused of sponsoring BSP leader Armstrongs murder

Justice K. Rajasekar however denies bail to an advocate, cancels the bail granted by a sessions court to 12 other co-accused and confirms the bai

Was Taylor Swift's 'Dorothea' really about Selena Gomez? The truth is finally revealed!

Selena Gomez confirmed that Taylor Swift's song Dorothea from the album Evermore was written about her, reflecting their shared journey growing u

IRS tax refund 2025: Average refund rises to $3,804 as Trump promises biggest refund season ever

IRS tax refund 2025 numbers are showing higher average payments this year. President Trump said this would be the biggest refund season after new

Banijay, All3Media to merge entertainment businesses to create one of Europe's largest multimedia production groups

Banijay Group and All3Media are merging their entertainment production businesses. This creates one of Europe's largest multimedia production gro

X Suspends Revenue Sharing For Undisclosed AI War Videos

The policy change, announced by an executive of the Elon Musk-owned platform, targets what the company described as a threat to information authe

Man, Woman Found Dead In Forest Near RapurChitvel Ghat Road

According to police, villagers from Pangili who had gone into the forest to collect honey noticed two bodies hanging from a tree and immediately

West Asia crisis: 38 Indian ships stuck in Persian Gulf; 3 sailors dead

Thirty-eight Indian-flagged ships, carrying crude and LNG with nearly 1,100 seafarers, are stranded in the Persian Gulf due to the West Asia conf

Trump directs US agency to insure Gulf shipping, says Navy may escort oil tankers through Strait of Hormuz

United States President Donald Trump has ordered the United States Development Finance Corporation to offer political risk insurance and financia

Human-animal conflict at Aralam farm: HC directs Chief Secretary to submit roadmap

TVK yet to transform into political party: Karti Chidambaram

He adds that actors Vijays outfit still operated like a fan club and doesnt have a command and control structure

India Shows 'Renewed Interest' in Buying More Russian Crude Oil: Deputy PM Alexander Novak

Nearly a fifth of the world's oil supply and a significant share of liquefied natural gas exports pass through the narrow waterway linking the Pe

Two men arrested in Gujarat for break-in at commercialcomplex in Flower Bazaar

Bhimavaram Police Arrest 8 Rowdy Sheeters

The gang was accused of attacking a group of persons who were coming out of the court premises in Bhimavaram on February 27.

Seven Months Great War: Did Nostradamus predict modern conflicts?

French prophet Nostradamus, the 16th-century seer, remains to fascinate with his cryptic quatrains. His 1555 work, The Prophecies, includes 942 p

Law college student killed in accident near Anna University

A secret US fighter called the F-47 has people talking heres why and what's been revealed

F-47 rumoured design features, speed and performance: A brief CGI glimpse in a Pratt & Whitney video has ignited global speculation about the elu

Stalin thanks Siddaramaiah for Karnatakas support to call for renewed national conversation on Union-State relations

In a communication dated March 2, he wrote to the T.N. Chief Minister expressing Karnatakas strong support on the issue

Will Iran Take Part In The 2026 World Cup?

Taj also announced that the Iranian domestic league had been suspended.

India sets up crisis squad to monitor West Asia conflict daily: Piyush Goyal

India has formed a special group to watch the West Asia situation daily. This group will check how the crisis affects shipping and trade. It will

Macron orders France's nuclear-powered aircraft carrier to the Mediterranean

France is bolstering its presence in the Middle East. President Emmanuel Macron has ordered the nuclear-powered aircraft carrier Charles de Gaull

West Asia conflict hits luxury brands; Richemont, Zegna exposed

West Asia crisis deepens luxury slowdown as Richemont and Zegna face risks. Israel-US strikes on Iran shut airspace and key hubs like Dubai and D

Police reunite118 missing people with families in Feb.

Make Delhi cleaner and greener: CM to residents

Indian airlines plan to operate 58 flights to West Asia on March 4: Govt

Indian carriers are further planning 58 flights on 4th March, including 30 by IndiGo and 23 by Air India and Air India Express, Civil Aviation Mi

Kejriwal back in action, to appear before Assembly panel overphansi-gharrow

AAP national convener informs panel he will attend hearing on March 6 in compliancewith summons, writes to committee chairman demanding that the

Over 200 arrested in Delhi in pre-Holi crackdown

Will AWS go down again as drones hit Amazon Web Services data centers, facility in Gulf amid US-Israel-Iran war? Cloud outage fears rise in Middle East. AWS data centers attack explained

Will AWS go down again as drones hit Amazon Web Services data centers, facility in Gulf amid US-Israel-Iran war? Amazon confirmed drone strikes d

Haryana education budget marginally dips despite 10.28% rise in total outlay

Pakistans arms sales drive calls for Indias attention

Rawalpindis arms deal surge, especially in the region, tilt the geopolitics in Pakistans favour

Indias need for a mandatory R&D disclosure standard

Structured research and development (R&D) reporting will improve transparency, funding and innovation outcomes

Man Gets 20-Year RI For Assault

The case dates back to 2022, when Razak was booked by Malyala police under the Pocso Act

'Not Winston Churchill': Trump steps up criticism of UK's Starmer

Former U.S. President Donald Trump has strongly criticized British Prime Minister Keir Starmer. Trump stated Starmer's reaction to U.S. strikes o

A reboot: On Canada-India ties

Canada under Carney is undoing the damage of the Trudeau years

Dubai prepares for return to normalcy; markets to open today

Offices across Dubai and Abu Dhabi gradually began preparing to resume in-person work after missile attacks moved employees into remote operation

Safety last: On explosives units, safety record

Explosives units flout rules for maximising profit, thus putting workers at risk

15 tonnes Of PDS Rice Seized In NTR District

NTR district joint collector S. Ilakkiya said the surprise inspection was conducted in Jayanthi village by a joint team of civil supplies and rev

Siddaramaiah rubbishes allegations of spying on D.K. Shivakumar loyalists

Chief Minister Siddaramaiah rubbished allegations of spying and phone tapping made by Leader of Opposition in the Assembly R. Ashok and JD(S) lea

Aligning religious tourism with ecology

A clear no-expansion principle is recommended there should be no new constructions or enlargement of existing structures within core forest area

You break it, you own it? Not for Trump when it comes to Iran

America has taken decisive action against Iran, focusing on dismantling its military powers and government figures. Leaders emphasize that Iran's

Three Boys Drown In Pond At Chikkavaram In Krishna District

According to Gannavaram police, two of the three boys drowned are Class X students while the third boy was studying Class VII.

Under pressure from the Dalit Left, recruitment GO likely to come up for discussion again in Karnataka Cabinet

Dalit left community delegation, including Ministers K.H. Muniyappa and R.B. Thimmapur, met Chief Minister Siddaramaiah on Tuesday and is learnt

Man Held For Instagram Post Threatening Blast Near Religious Site In Ullal

According to police, the accused had posted a comment reading, Support madi bro, Ullal masjid hathira bomb blast madthini (Support me bro, I will

Minister M.P. Saminathan launches The Hindus coffee table book on Tiruppurs development

D.K. Shivakumar urges Karnataka MPs to put pressure on Centre to seek approval to raise Almatti dam height

Andhra Pradesh government has written to the Centre not to approve the proposal to raise the dam height to 524.26 metres

OU prof accuses VC of stalling promotion for reporting false claim to CBI

Hyderabad: The Telangana High Court on Tuesday, March 3, issued notices to the state government and Osmania University Vice-Chancellor Kumar Molu