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Maharashtra government takes action against absentee doctors

Public Health and Family Welfare Minister Prakash Abitkar informed the Maharashtra Legislative Council that the government has initiated steps to

Cuba's latest blackout underscores deepening economic crisis | In pictures

Cuba's aging grid has drastically eroded in recent years, leading to an increase in daily outages and islandwide blackouts

Larijanis killing wont destabilise Iran, says Foreign Minister Araghchi; IRGC vows revenge

The presence or absence of a single individual does not affect this structure, the Foreign Minister said, adding that the assassination of Ali Kh

In politics, there's no full stop: PM bids farewell to 59 Rajya Sabha members; hails Deve Gowda, Kharge, Sharad Pawar

Addressing the Upper House on the occasion of the biennial farewell, PM Modi said such moments naturally dissolve partisan divides

BRS walks out of Telangana Assembly over Musi rejuvenation project

Hyderabad: The Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) MLAs walked out of the ongoing budget session of the Telangana Assembly on Wednesday, January 18, dur

2016 teachers' assault case: Court rejects discharge plea of Mumbai Mayor Ritu Tawde

According to the prosecution, the conflict erupted over the sudden transfer of a lady teacher who was reportedly battling cancer.

IndiGo Ordered to Pay 1.19 Lakh Compensation for Lost Baggage in J&K

SRINAGAR, Mar 17: A Consumer Forum in Jammu and Kashmir has directed IndiGo airline to pay 1.19 lakh to two passengers after their checked-in bag

About 90 ships have crossed Strait of Hormuz so far as Iran exports millions of barrels of oil despite war

Due to Western sanctions and associated risks, China has been the biggest buyer of Iranian oil

7 Dead After Explosion at EV Charging Point Sparks House Fire in Indore

INDORE, Mar 18: Seven people were killed early Wednesday when an explosion at an electric vehicle (EV) charging point outside a three-storey hous

Madras Art Weekend launches the Madras Art Salon, a monthly art showcase in Chennai

In its first edition, the Madras Art Salon spotlights the works of journalist and artist Narayan Lakshman at The Botanical Club, a social space i

Tragic Fire During Car Charging in Indore Claims Eight Lives

Indore, March 18: A devastating fire broke out during a car charging session in Indore, Madhya Pradesh, resulting in the tragic deaths of eight i

Kim Jong Un Sweeps North Korea Polls With 99.93 per cent Mandate

With a reported turnout of 99.99 per cent, the polls were conducted on March 15 to select deputies for the 15th Supreme People's Assembly

Gujarat Assembly Receives Bomb Threat via Email, MLAs Evacuated Safely

Bomb threat email to Gujarat Assembly triggers evacuation of MLAs. Bomb squad conducts search; cyber team tracks source of threat. Security on hi

Watch: Cuba right now in very bad shape: Trump

Acid attack on minor in Maharashtra village; locals demand arrest of accused

According to police, the girl was heading home from the school in the afternoon when she was attacked. She is currently taking treatment at the h

Kerala Assembly polls: LDF ally RJD announces candidates; Bhaskaran, P.K. Praveen, and Anil Kumar to contest

Rashtriya Janata Dal to field M.K. Bhaskaran from Vadakara in Kozhikode, P.K. Praveen from Koothuparamba in Kannur, and P.K. Anil Kumar from Kalp

In Politics, Theres No Full Stop: PM Bids Farewell To 59 RS Members, Hails Deve Gowda, Kharge, Pawar

New Delhi, Mar 18: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday paid tributes to 59 members retiring from the Rajya Sabha between April and July, ca

Court Denies Bail to Mumbai Mayor Ritu Tawde in 2016 Teacher Assault Case

Mumbai, March 18: Mumbai Mayor Ritu Tawde has received a significant setback from the court. The sessions court has rejected her bail application

Meta challenges 10 lakh CCPA penalty in Delhi HC over walkie-talkie sale on Facebook

Says Facebook Marketplace is a notice board, not an e-commerce platform

SSLC annual exam-1 begins across Karnataka, over 8.65 lakh students enrolled

As many as 4,44,172 boys and 4,21,816 girls from 15,941 high schools for the examination across the state.

LPG vending machine: Gurgaon gets 24x7 'gas ATM' that exchanges empty cylinders for filled ones in just 2 minutes, no waiting needed

LPG ATM: Gurgaon has launched India's first LPG ATM, a smart vending machine dispensing lightweight composite cylinders in minutes. This automate

'No full stop in politics': PM Modi bids farewell to retiring Rajya Sabha MPs

To the leaders who are leaving the House after the end of their tenure, I want to say that there is no full stop in politics. The future is waiti

Supreme Court refuses adjournment in ED case against Mamata Banerjee Government over I-PAC raids

The Supreme Court is hearing a case where the Enforcement Directorate accuses the West Bengal government of obstructing its operations. This lega

Brad Haddin Appointed Head Coach of New South Wales Mens Cricket Team

New Delhi, March 18: Former Australian wicketkeeper-batsman Brad Haddin has been appointed as the new head coach of the New South Wales mens cric

As fire and fury hit MAGA tent, Vance walks the tightrope for 2028

The new war launched by U.S. President Donald Trump and Benjamin Netanyahu is triggering a wide range of realignment of personal loyalties and po

Dhurandhar 3 update: Will Aditya Dhar release the third part of spy thriller amid massive success? How Madhvans Honsla and Badla have ignited a debate

Dhurandhar part 3: A post on X regarding Honsla, Eendhan, and Badla has sparked a massive debate on X that Dhurandhar 3 might be in the works. Re

Prime Minister Modi Highlights Continuity in Politics During Farewell Session

New Delhi, March 18: Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the farewell session for retiring members of the Rajya Sabha, emphasizing that there

RBSE Class 5, 8 Results 2026 date and time: Check latest update, official websites and steps to download scorecard

Rajasthan Board of Secondary Education (RBSE) is poised to release Class 5 and 8 results by March 24, 2026. Over 26 lakh students await their sco

Yes, Im alive: Netanyahu clip during war triggers debate on AI, fake narratives

'No full stop in politics...': PM Modi bids farewell to retiring Rajya Sabha MPs

'Cant imagine life without Apple': CEO Tim Cook shuts down retirement rumours

Apple CEO Tim Cook has clarified he is not retiring, expressing deep love for his role. This comes as the company faces leadership shifts and pre

A Decade of Sab Tera: Tiger Shroff Remembers the Iconic Song

Mumbai, March 18: Some songs transcend time, becoming cherished memories for many. One such song is Sab Tera from the film Baaghi. Since its rele

Tamil Nadu Assembly elections: Vijay's TVK was offered Chief Minister post, 50% seats, says party general secretary

Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam general secretary Aadhav Arjuna revealed that party leader Vijay rejected a substantial offer. This included the chief m

A look at Eid al-Fitr and how Muslims celebrate the Islamic holiday

CAIRO, March 18, 2026 (AP) Muslims around the world are bidding farewell to the Islamic holy month of Ramadan and will soon start celebrating th

Tourism In Madagascar Help To Conserve Some Forests But Others Suffer

Increased tourism visitors have resulted in deforestation in the buffer zones.

Three children among 7 of family killed in massive fire at multi-storey building in Delhis Palam

NEW DELHI, Mar 18: Seven members of a family, including three children, died after a fire broke out in a multi-storey residential building in sou

7 Dead After Short Circuit At Indore EV Charging Station Sparks Blast

A short circuit led to an explosion at the EV charging point, setting the vehicle on fire. The fire quickly escalated as it reached a stockpile o

NDA Leadership to Decide Next Chief Minister of Bihar: Ramkripal Yadav

Patna, March 18: Bihars political landscape is heating up once again. Amid ongoing speculation about the next Chief Minister, state minister Ramk

IIFCL 2026 recruitment: Check how to apply, no of vacancies eligibility and more

The Indian Infrastructure Finance Company Limited has announced recruitment for 37 Grade A assistant manager and Grade B manager posts, with appl

3 Children Among 7 Killed In Fire At Building In Delhi's Palam

Six people, including three children, were killed after a fire broke out in a residential building in southwest Delhi's Palam area on Wednesday m

Eid food in India: A look at Bhopali, Bohra and Memon culinary traditions

At Jehan Numa Palace in Bhopal, I try Afghan-influenced royal cuisine; learn more about the Bohra communal thaal traditions in Kolkata and Memon

Urban Company shares surge over 13 pc after SBI MF buys stake for Rs 632 cr

NEW DELHI, Mar 18: Shares of Urban Company surged over 13 per cent on the exchanges on Wednesday after SBI Mutual Fund has acquired nearly a 4 pe

Dhurandhar 2: Ranveer Singhs spy-actioner gets A certificate with 21 modifications as it crosses Rs 100 crore in pre-sales

Directed by Aditya Dhar, the film is set to released in theatres on March 19 with paid previews starting on March 18

Watch: Jannat Zubair makes 1st appearance after scary attack

Mumbai: Days after facing a serious and distressing incident, television actress and social media influencer Jannat Zubair has made her first pub

Anil Kapoor Remembers Shashi Kapoors Inspiring Influence on His Acting Journey

Mumbai, March 18: Today, the film industry remembers the legendary actor Shashi Kapoor, who was honored with the Padma Bhushan, four National Fil

Arizona charges prediction market Kalshi with illegal election betting

The 20-count filing in Maricopa County Superior Court charges Kalshi with four counts of election wagering

Dhurandhar 2: BO Predictions Come Out; Record-Breaking Openings Expected

The opening day predictions by informed trade analysts are super-high

Mumbai Family Doesn't Want Son To Become Another Harish Rana

The Harish Rana judgment brought national focus to patients trapped between life and death. Today, the case of Anand Dixit in Mumbai is raising s

Higher Reaches Of Kashmir Receive Fresh Snow As Wet Spell Persists In Valley

Srinagar, Mar 18: A few areas in the higher reaches of Kashmir received fresh snowfall, while rain lashed most parts of the Valley on Wednesday,

Champions League: Real Madrid, PSG advance to quarterfinals after eliminating Manchester City and Chelsea

Bod/Glimts fairytale run came to an end as Sporting Lisbon thrashed the Norwegian side in the second leg

Hansi Flick Says Barcelona Will Be His Last Coaching Job

Newly re-elected club president Joan Laporta said he plans to extend the German coach's contract until 2028

Hyderabad sees intermittent showers after midnight rain, IMD forecasts more thundershowers

At 10.49 a.m., IMD issued an alert forecasting light to moderate thundershowers for the next few hours in the northern parts of the Greater Hyder

Bomb Threat Disrupts Gujarat Assembly Budget Session

Gandhinagar, March 18: Panic erupted at the Gujarat Assembly complex on Wednesday morning following a bomb threat received during the budget sess

When Alpha Beats Gamma: Kids of the algorithm age reshape Content & Culture

Gen Alphachildren born between 2010 and 2025are growing up in a fully digital world shaped by gaming, algorithms and meme culture, making their l

Govt to mandate locally made solar ingots, wafers for clean energy projects from June 2028

Move aims to cut dependence on Chinese imports across solar supply chain

Iranian strike near Al Minhad causes minor damage, Albanese confirms no Australian casualties; all you need to know about Australias Middle East hub and its military assets

An Iranian strike hit near Al Minhad Air Base in the UAE. The attack damaged military accommodation and medical facilities. Australian Prime Mini

Mughal Road Reopened For LMVs After Snowfall Disruption

JAMMU, Mar 18: Mughal Road, which was temporarily closed earlier in the day due to fresh snowfall, has now been reopened for light motor vehicles

Morocco Declared African Champions After Senegal Stripped of Title

CAF's Appeal Board on Tuesday replaced the result with a 3-0 victory for Morocco

Man Brings Foetus In Courtroom In 200 Crores Case Against Maruti Suzuki

The petitioner, Dayashankar Pandey, had approached the High Court alleging that he had exposed a massive embezzlement of over Rs 200 crore involv

Sanjay Raut Criticizes BJP Over Rajya Sabha Elections and Allegations of Cross Voting

New Delhi, March 18: Political tensions continue to rise in Bihar following allegations of cross voting during the Rajya Sabha elections. The opp

3 children among 7 family members killed in tragic Palam building fire in Delhi

A devastating fire swept through a residential building in Palam, Delhi early Wednesday morning. Seven members of a family, including three young

About 90 Ships Cross Hormuz as Iran Exports Millions of Barrels of Oil Despite War

Iran's oil export data estimates are largely aligned with maritime traffic data

KKR to invest $310M in PMI Electros EV bus platform Allfleet

The private equity firm will acquire a majority stake in Allfleet and a minority stake in PMI Electro, marking its first Global Climate Transitio

At least 7 dead in fire at multi-storey building in Delhis Palam

A massive firefighting and rescue operation was launched with 30 fire tenders after the Delhi Fire Service received a call regarding the blaze ar

Dhurandhar 2 is Birth of New Cinematic Order: Ram Gopal Varma

After a long wait of three months, Dhurandhar: The Revenge, the highly anticipated sequel to Dhurandhar, is set to release in theatres tomorrow,

Shivam Dube finally revealed the 'anxiety' reason why he took an early morning train just after Indias T20 World Cup win; watch video

Cricketer Shivam Dube chose a train journey home after India's T20 World Cup win. He felt anxious to see his child and father. Dube traveled in t

Indore fire tragedy: 7 killed in fire after explosion at EV charging point outside house

Seven people were killed in a fire triggered by an explosion at an electric car charging point outside a house in Indore early Wednesday, officia

Controversy Surrounds Nora Fatehis Song: Who is Mangli, the Voice Behind Sarke Chunar?

Mumbai, March 18: The song Sarke Chunar Teri Sarke from the film KD: The Devil, featuring Sanjay Dutt and Nora Fatehi, has sparked significant co

Centre's Push To Expand PNG Network As Iran War Raises LPG Supply Concerns

Amid energy security concerns stemming from the war in the Middle East, the Centre has launched measures to expand the Piped Natural Gas (PNG) ne

PM Modi in Rajya Sabha | Farewell speech for retiring MPs | Parliament session

Notorious Criminal Injured in Police Encounter in Sambalpur

Mumbai, March 18: In a significant operation on Wednesday, police in Sambalpur district conducted an encounter with notorious criminal Tima Jhank

Airlines Mandated to Allocate 60% of Seats Free of Cost

At present, airlines invariably charge extra to allocate seats of one's choice

Man sets wife, father in law on fire in Telanganas Hanamkonda

Hyderabad: In a tragic incident, a father and daughter were burnt alive in Telanganas Hanamkonda district on Wednesday, March 18, after being set

Building the Digital Foundations of Next Gen Manufacturing

8 killed in Indore house fire after explosion at EV charging point; govt orders probe

Blaze engulfs three-storey home after car charging point blast in early morning hours

Iran strikes Tel Aviv with cluster warheads in retaliation for killing of security chief

Iran rejects proposals to ease tensions, official says.

'Martyrs Make Iran Stronger': Larijani's Message To US, Israel Before Death

Days before his assassination, Ali Larijani, the late secretary of Iran's Supreme National Security Council, had warned the US and Israel that ki

Amara Raja arm forays into defence electronics segment

Amara Raja Design Alpha has entered the defence electronics sector. They have developed an indigenous Power Conditioning Cabinet for naval sonar

Who is ex-US counterterrorism chief Joe Kents first wife Shannon Kent, killed in ISIS bombing in Syria

A top counterterrorism official resigned, citing moral opposition to the US-Iran war and personal loss from past Middle East conflicts. His decis

Dune: Part Three trailer: Galactic war and Paul Atreides apotheosis in Denis Villenueves epic finale

The film, inspired by Frank Herberts Dune Messiah, explores the aftermath of Pauls rise to power and the growing resistance against him

West Bengal Assembly elections: TMC eyes historic 4th term, leans on welfare muscle amid rising BJP challenge

The Trinamool Congress faces a tough West Bengal assembly election. The party relies on its welfare schemes and Mamata Banerjee's leadership. It

TTD June 2026 Tirumala Ticket online booking opens: Check dates, time and how to book tickets on ttdevasthanams.ap.gov.in

TTD tickets online booking: The Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD) has announced the schedule for the online release of Darshan tickets for Jun

Assam Sees 86.5% Drop in Crimes Against Women, Claims Chief Minister Sarma

Guwahati, March 18: Assams Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma announced on Wednesday that crimes against women in the state have decreased by 86.

Oil prices fall more than $2 as Iraqi, Kurdish authorities agree to export deal

Iraq's Oil Minister Hayan Abdel-Ghani said oil flows from Ceyhan were expected to start at 07.00 GMT on March 18, according to state media

Why Frost-Free Inverter Refrigerators Are Worth the Upgrade This Gudi Padwa

Gudi Padwa marks the start of a new year - a time to welcome fresh beginnings, good fortune, and smarter choices into the home. And if there'

They are there to protect you: Ex-officer defends sniper at Waterloo St. Patricks Day event

A sniper's presence at Waterloo's St. Patrick's Day festivities sparked concern, but experts explain it's a standard safety measure for large gat

'Happy Nowruz': Amid death rumours, Netanyahu sends greetings to Iranians in video message

Government mandates airlines to reserve 60% of seats free of charge

The Ministry, in its latest release, urges strict adherence to passenger rights framework, particularly in cases of delays, cancellations and den

Virat Kohli Returns to RCB for IPL 2026 Title Defense

Bengaluru, March 18: Former captain and cricketing icon Virat Kohli has joined the Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) for IPL 2026. He arrived in

Dhurandhar 2 Ticket Booking: How to book online on BookMyShow, ticket prices, advance sales, show timings & IPL 2026 booking guide

IPL 2026 Ticket booking bookmyshow: Dhurandhar The Revenge is set for a grand release. Advance bookings are breaking records, especially at PVR I