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North Korea Expresses Respect for Iran's New Supreme Leader Choice

This comes amid ongoing US-South Korea military drills, which Pyongyang perceives as a threat.

Today host Sarah Abo gets emotional announcing pregnancy with first child at 39 on live TV

Today presenter Sarah Abo announced her pregnancy with her first child, a baby boy, on live television. The news comes after years of fertility s

LIVE: Trump Warns Iran Over Strait of Hormuz Mines

Trump said that if Iran had deployed mines in the Strait of Hormuz, they should be removed immediately

Microsoft Calls for Pentagon to Halt Blacklisting of Anthropic AI Firm

Microsoft argues that this unprecedented action threatens the AI ecosystem and military readiness.

Iran's new leader, still silent, was elevated by the Revolutionary Guards

Iran's Revolutionary Guards have reportedly pushed for Mojtaba Khamenei's selection as the new supreme leader, viewing him as more amenable to th

Consequences never seen before: Trump warns Iran over mines in Strait of Hormuz shipping route

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Macron to host G7 leaders call on Iran crisis, energy prices

Benchmark oil prices surged to almost four-year highs on March 9 but prices plummeted 11% on March 10

Morning Digest: U.S. destroys 16 Iranian mine-laying vessels near Strait of Hormuz; Gas from new sources will end shortage in India, say Govt. sources, and more

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US destroys mine-laying vessels as Trump warns Iran over Strait of Hormuz

American forces destroyed sixteen Iranian vessels near the Strait of Hormuz. President Trump demanded Iran remove any mines from the waterway. Th

Trump Announces Reliance investment to Build American Oil Refinery

Trump made the announcement via his Truth Social platform, saying the company America First Refining would construct the new facility at the Port

Oil Prices Decline Following IEA Proposal to Release Strategic Reserves

As geopolitical tensions rise with the Iran war, crude oil prices have dipped following a report of the IEA's plan for a significant release of o

US-Israel Iran War Live: US and Iran dig in and ramp up threats as war rages with no end in sight

Bumrah,Chandraand the electricity of the unorthodox

We must ask ourselves if there is such a thing as an unplayable ball, which by definition is successful one hundred percent of the time

Blatant Violation: Russian Consulate In Iran Damaged In Strikes

Russia's consulate in the Iranian city of Isfahan was damaged in shelling earlier this week, Russian Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Maria Zakharova

At least six dead after postal bus bursts into flames in Switzerlands Kerzers

Authorities said in a statement that an unspecified voluntary act could be the cause of the fire.

Will US get a new oil refinery for the first time in 50 years, and where will this facility come up? $300 billion refinery plan explained. Here's why the announcement is happening now

Will US get a new oil refinery for the first time in 50 years, and where will this facility come up? The United States may see a new oil refinery

Kashmir banks on almond and tulip blooms to revive tourism hit after Pahalgam terror attack

J&K Chief Minister Omar Abdullah is set to inaugurate a spring festival later this week at Srinagars Badamwari, an almond garden that offers mesm

Understanding Indias Position on Iran and Israel

Prof Virender Koundal virender_koundal@rediffmail.com In recent weeks, some opposition groups and a few activists in different parts of India, in

6 Killed, 5 Injured As Bus Catches Fire In Switzerland: Cops

A bus caught fire in western Switzerland on Tuesday killing at least six people and injuring five others in what police said may have been a deli

Bihar revenue officers association expresses objection over Deputy CM Vijay Kumar Sinhas remarks

Deputy CM Vijay Kumar Sinha had said that some office bearers associated with the federation were allegedly acting as agents of land mafias; warn

Unified Building Bye-Laws in J&K Need Context-Sensitive Amendments

Vishal Abrol arvabrol@trikonearchitects.com Building bye-laws form the backbone of urban planning and regulated development. They are statutory i

Airtel extends connectivity to remote Marwah area

Excelsior Correspondent KISHTWAR, Mar 10: Bharti Airtel Airtel, one of Indias leading telecommunication service providers, today announced the ex

FICCI FLO JKL hosts Samriddhi to celebrate women empowerment initiatives

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Mar 10: FICCI FLO Jammu Kashmir & Ladakh (JKL) chapter hosted Samriddhi, a special event celebrating a year of imp

Rahul attacking institutions as he can't win polls: Kiren Rijiju

Watch: US Says It Destroyed 16 Iranian Mine-Laying Boats Near Hormuz Strait

The US military said Tuesday it has destroyed 16 Iranian mine-laying vessels ear the Strait of Hormuz, following reports Tehran is mining the ke

UAE confirms six-month strategic stockpile of essential goods

Policy covers nine key commodities: cooking oil, eggs, dairy products, rice, sugar, poultry, legumes, bread, and wheat, whose prices cannot be in

Om Birla's behaviour partisan, LoP cut off 20 times: Gaurav Gogoi

NCERT apologises for 'judicial graft' chapter, pulls out Class VIII book

Country never saw such irresponsible oppn: Amit Shah

Jaishankar discusses West Asia crisis with German, South Korean counterparts; focus on energy security

NEW DELHI, Mar 10: External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Tuesday spoke to his German and South Korean counterparts as New Delhi ramps up dipl

CJI, Supreme Court judges visit Amrit Udyan

NEW DELHI, Mar 10: CJI Justice Surya Kant and judges of the Supreme Court, along with their families, on Tuesday visited the Amrit Udyan of Rasht

Nepals Balen says will work with India to further strengthen bilateral ties

KATHMANDU, Mar 10: Rastriya Swatantra Partys (RSP) prime ministerial candidate Balendra Shah on Tuesday expressed confidence in further deepening

Sakeena assures stronger support system for PwDs

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Mar 10: Minister for Social Welfare, Education, Health and Medical Education, Sakeena Itoo, today held an extensiv

Japans necessity for cooperation with US rising due to deteriorating security configurations: Envoy

NAGPUR, Mar 10 : Minister of Political Affairs at the Embassy of Japan in New Delhi, Noriaki Abe, on Tuesday called the United States of America

Nancy Guthrie disappearance case is going cold or a breakthrough is coming? Neighbor sighting, FBI investigation and clues raise questions in missing Tucson mother case

Guthrie disappearance case is going cold or a breakthrough is coming? The missing case of Savannah Guthries mother continues to raise questions.

CS pushes for fast-track recruitment to fill vacancies across departments

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Mar 10: Chief Secretary, Atal Dulloo today chaired a meeting to review the status of vacancies and the progress of

About 1 lakh apply for rooftop solar scheme in J&K; over 25,000 systems installed

PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana *Rs 182 cr Central assistance released Govind Sharma JAMMU, Mar 10: Jammu and Kashmir has witnessed a significant

India has made significant strides in climate protection under Modi: Environment minister

NEW DELHI, Mar 10 : India has made significant strides in climate protection with a whole-of-government approach adopted by the Narendra Modi-led

Asias largest tulip garden to open on March 16

1.8 million blooms to welcome visitors Nawshaba Iqbal Srinagar, Mar 10: Asias largest tulip garden here will open to visitors on March 16, with a

Mamata Banerjee lifts dharna against SIR after SC orders setting up of tribunals

U.S. military destroys at least 16 Iranian mine-laying vessels near Strait of Hormuz

U.S. President Trump earlier said he had no reports that Iran had either started or was on the verge of mining the Strait of Hormuz

Hasslers could make you age faster

People in ones close social network who make life difficult or Hasslers may have consequences on aging, with each additional hassler responsible

Nod to changes to widen transgender definition

Jal mission restructuring gets approval

Bill on IPS deputation at IG level in CAPFs cleared

'Meat-Eating Priest' Expelled From UP Temple After Viral Photo Sparks Row

A priest, who was allegedly mobbed here after a purported photograph of him eating non-vegetarian food went viral, has been expelled from duties

Dingchaoataniko rabaa ine gitcham MLA-ni kosako Mukul FIR kaa

SHILLONG: Sombar salo, Garo Hills Autonomous District Council (GHADC) election-na nomination file kana rebaani somoio jinma chadrapako manani jam

Chibinang jolo sosojengjeng onganichi sak 2 sia, bangen saknaaniko mana

Chibinang Bazar-o dokkanrangko sochipa PHULBARI: Reanggipa Sombar salo, Phulbari-ni gitcham MLA SG Esmatur Mominin-ko, uni Garo Hills Autonomous

Writ jurisdiction cannot override pending civil adjudication: DB

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Mar 10: A Division Bench of Jammu & Kashmir and LadakhHigh Court comprising Justice Sindhu Sharma and Justice Shah

Urban Growth Challenge

The decision of the Jammu and Kashmir Housing Board to initiate two housing projects at Chowadhi in Jammu and Birpur in Samba marks a welcome, th

Cabinet approves extension of Jal Jeevan Mission till Dec 2028

JJM 2.0 to focus on service delivery NEW DELHI, Mar 10: The Union Cabinet on Tuesday approved the extension of Jal Jeevan Mission up to December

Rana reviews Jal Shakti works; emphasises accountability, better monitoring

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Mar 10: Minister for Jal Shakti, Forest, Ecology & Environment and Tribal Affairs, Javed Ahmed Rana, on Tuesday ch

Centre for Womens Studies, GHRT honour 30 visionary women

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Mar 10: The Centre for Womens Studies, University of Jammu, in collaboration with GHRT, organized a landmark confe

President, PM greet Omar on his birthday

NEW DELHI, Mar 10: President Droupadi Murmu and Prime Minister Narendra Modi greeted Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on his birthd

SKIMS records best doctor-patient ratio in J&K

Newer MCs face heavy patient load Irfan Tramboo Srinagar, Mar 10: The Sher-e-Kashmir Institute of Medical Sciences has recorded the most favourab

Akingrango niam gri songdonggiparangko arikgalchina gitcham MDC didia

TURA: Garo Hills-o, mongsongbate akawe jolrango donggipa Nokma Akingni aarango niam gri songdong achaenggipa manderang batroroengani gimin Kharku

Kavinder Gupta sworn in as Himachal Governor, says post belongs to no political party

SHIMLA, Mar 10: Former Ladakh LG Kavinder Gupta was sworn in as the Governor of Himachal Pradesh in a ceremony held at Lok Bhavan here on Tuesday

JKTPO showcases J&Ks Agro & Food excellence at AAHAR

17 countries participating in event Excelsior Correspondent NEW DELHI, Mar 10: The Jammu & Kashmir Trade Promotion Organisation (JKTPO), under th

District Council Rules-ko taridapchina KHNAM dabia

SHILLONG: Garo Hills Autonomous District Council (GHADC) election-o Tribal onggijagipa manderangni bak rapaaniko jegale Garo Hills-o sosojengjeng

WGH-o curfew-ko konta 48-na radodapa

TURA: West Garo Hills ajao, mongsongbate Chibinang jol aro Tura-o manderangni dingchaoe sosojengjeng onganirangko nikna manengani gimin West Garo

Has Iran planted mines in Strait of Hormuz, and who will win control of the crucial sea passage? Here's why is strait important for oil and LNG

Has Iran planted mines in Strait of Hormuz, and who will win control of the crucial sea passage remains a major question as tensions rise in the

War hurting life

The Iran war has come to seriously hurt the world, mainly in terms of oil supplies following the closure of the Strait of Hormuz, an important ma

Porsche case: SC grants bail to minor's dad

A Cyclists Paradise: Discovering Meghalaya on two wheels

By Bhogtoram Mawroh Although the e-bike sharing scheme has come under some criticism recently, I completely agree with the idea that Shillong sho

QS: India may see 8% rise in foreign students amid visa curbs in West

Jaintia: A Tribe in Its Own Right

By Sajiarmiki Dhar In recent discussions about identity in Meghalaya, one claim often appears: that the Jaintias are simply a sub-tribe of the Kh

El Nino may hit India's monsoon, hotter months ahead, says WMO

Oil prices plunge to $87.8 per barrel as IEA eyes emergency release with Strait of Hormuz in focus

After a Paris meeting of G7 energy ministers, IEA executive director said he was in close contact with energy ministers from key energy producers

Leh apex body to resume agitation on March 12; protests planned ahead of new Ladakh LG's oath

The Leh Apex Body has announced that it will resume its agitation with protest demonstrations across Leh on March 12 to press for key demands, in

Grok down and when will it be back up? Users report Grok not working. Here's AI chatbot outage affected regions, services, Downdetector data and error message

Grok down and when will it be back up? Users reported problems with the AI chatbot linked to X. Downdetector showed more than 300 complaints. Peo

IndiGo CEO Pieter Elbers resigns months after airline's worst-ever flight crisis

Pieter Elbers has resigned as CEO of IndiGo, months after the airline faced its worst-ever operational crisis in December 2025. The airline's par

Telangana HC Hears KVPs Plea Against Interpol Red Corner Notice In FBI-Linked Titanium Case

The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) on Tuesday argued that the petition filed by Dr Rao was not maintainable before Indian courts.

Fire Force Season 3 Episode 22 release date, time and how to watch: When will next episode arrive and where can viewers stream it?

Fire Force Season 3 Episode 22 release date, time and how to watch has become a key topic for anime viewers. The new episode arrives on March 13

Has McCullums Bazball era lost its spark?

Mumbai, March 10: Englands early exit from the ICC Mens T20 World Cup has once again put the spotlight on the leadership of head coach Brendon Mc

Garo Hills on edge: Two killed, curfew extended; Army deployed

Our Bureau SHILLONG/TURA/PHULBARI, March 10: Garo Hills region remains on the boil following the death of two civilians in violent clashes that b

Clashes erupted over non-tribal candidacy bid, says WGH DC

From Our Correspondent TURA, March 10: Following the violent clashes in Garo Hills which led to the death of two people, West Garo Hills Deputy C

With focus on 2027 WC, Bumrah to play more ODIs than T20Is

New Delhi, March 10: Indias pace spearhead Jasprit Bumrah is likely to play more 50-over games instead of T20I bilateral series over the next 18

U.S. Navy has not yet escorted ships through Strait of Hormuz: White House on Energy Secretarys now-deleted post

Irans Revolutionary Guards spokesperson also denied an oil ship had been escorted

Will ensure peace in Garo Hills: Govt assures HC

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, March 10: The state government on Tuesday assured the High Court of Meghalaya that it will take every possible step to

Six-hitting frenzy defines record-breaking T20 World Cup

New Delhi, March 10: The ICC Mens T20 World Cup 2026 will be remembered as one of the most explosive editions in the history of the tournament, w

Demand Surge For Mysore Silk Sarees In Recent Years So Is The Profit Of KSIC

The turnover was Rs 126.37 crore in 2020-21 to Rs 296.20 crore turnover in 2024-25. The increase in turnover fetched more profit for KSIC.

Now, KHNAM exhorts KHADC to bar non-Khasis from Council elections

UDP throws weight behind GHADCs mandatory ST certificate move By Our Reporter SHILLONG, March 10: The Khun Hynniewtrep National Awakening Movemen

MP Plans To Make Millet Products, Sell Them With A Brand

Five millet products are going to be made by the Sri Anna Federation and sold in the market with the brand named, Narmada Millets, officials said

Reliance boosts LPG production to shield Indians from West Asia impact

New Delhi: Billionaire Mukesh Ambanis Reliance Industries on Tuesday, March 10, said its giant Jamnagar oil refining complex will maximise cookin

Former MDC raises alarm over illegal settlements in Nokma Aking lands

From Our Correspondent TURA, March 10: Former GHADC MDC from Kharkutta, Smith Momin, on Tuesday raised concerns over the growing number of illega

UDPs first list of candidates for GHADC polls released

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, March 10: The Central Election Committee of the United Democratic Party (UDP) on Tuesday approved the first list of can

Belagavi: Woman Held For Luring Men Through Social Media, Robbing Them In Lodges

The womans accomplice, Shivanand alias Vinod Shankrayya Matapati, a resident of Sankeshwar, is currently absconding and efforts are on to trace h

Why is Michael Saylor betting big on Bitcoin as Strategy (MSTR) spends $1.28 billion to buy BTC USD in a week? Crypto's price impact explained

Strategy MSTR Bitcoin BTC USD buy 2026: Michael Saylor's Strategy continues its aggressive Bitcoin acquisition, recently spending $1.28 billion f

Did Trump press Putin on intel?: Leavitt REVEALS after Russia vowed unwavering support to Iran