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Excise policy case: HC gives more time to Kejriwal, others to reply

The EDs counsel said there was no need to file replies to its petition and that this was an attempt to delay the case

Delhi HC issues notice on plea seeking removal of Indias patent head

The petition has been filed by the All India Patent Officers Welfare Association (AIPOWA) alleging that Mr Pandits appointment was illegal and ar

Facing evictions, Gulmarg hoteliers withdraw petitions to settle issue with J&K Govt.

Official sources said the J&K government, unlike the Lieutenant Governor administration, intended to form a committee to look into the lease issu

Delhi HC tells police to ensure peaceful, dignified Id in Uttam Nagar

According to the petition, tensions escalated after a violent incident in JJ Colony on March 4 involving two families, in which a youth was alleg

IPL 2026: Punjab Kings Face Setback as Lockie Ferguson Misses Initial Matches

New Delhi, March 20: New Zealand fast bowler Lockie Ferguson will miss the initial matches of IPL 2026 for the Punjab Kings. Recently becoming a

India Balances Domestic Energy Needs While Assisting Neighboring Countries, Says Ministry of External Affairs

New Delhi, March 20: India announced on Thursday that it is assisting neighboring countries like Bangladesh with their energy supply needs while

BJP Confident of Victory in Tripura By-Election, Says Chief Minister Manik Saha

Agartala, March 20: Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha expressed confidence on Thursday that the BJP will secure victory in the Dharmanagar by-ele

New GDP series, charting the path ahead

Updating the ASI sampling frame and refining the ASUSE survey methodology can further enhance the accuracy and reliability of GDP and GSDP estima

AI-powered tax governance in India and its challenges

Artificial Intelligence in Indias tax administration is improving outcomes, but safeguards are needed

History-Sheeter held For Rape-Murder Of Schoolgirl

The arrest followed a sustained and multi-pronged investigation.

Odisha Reports 416 Fire-Related Deaths in Three Years, Natural Disasters Claim 6,500 Lives

Bhubaneswar, March 20: In a recent statement to the state assembly, Odishas Revenue and Disaster Management Minister, Suresh Pujari, revealed tha

Over 20K Paramilitary Personnel Arrive in TN

The large-scale deployment is aimed at boosting voter confidence and preventing any untoward incidents during the elections.

Cops Honour Labourer Who Returned Bag With Gold Jewels Found on Road

The police called Murugan, Seenivasan and Revathi to the police station on Thursday and returned the bag to its owner.

U.S. F-35 stealth fighter hit by suspected Iranian fire: reports

The United States has lost multiple aircraft during the conflict including three F-15s mistakenly shot down by Kuwaiti forces, and a KC-135 refu

'Dont do that': Trump details private warning to Netanyahu on oil strikes, gets immediate response

Fire and fury: On the ill-conceived war on Iran

Donald Trumps miscalculation in Iran is hurting the whole world

Petroleum Dealers Seek Clear SOP During Poll Period

The transporters are required to carry a copy of the daily sales summary and a photocopy of the authorised persons Aadhaar card to ensure full tr

U.S. Defense Secretary Questions Medias Coverage of Military Successes

Washington, March 20: U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth raised serious concerns about the medias approach during a press conference on Thursday

What is happening in Mexico? 11 killed in anti-Sinaloa cartel operation. Details here

Mexico: Navy also located the daughter of a crime boss during the operation, but she was released to her family after determining she had no ties

Weather Forecast and Prayer Timings for March 20, 2026

Maximum and minimum temperatures are likely to be around 34 C and 22 C respectively.

Jana Nayagan Ball in EC Court Now

The further stated that candidates can file nominations online but must submit physical copies to the returning officer.

Kerala CM Pinarayi Vijayan and Wife Declare Assets Exceeding 1 Crore

Kannur, March 20: Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan and his wife Kamala have declared assets totaling over 1 crore, according to the affidav

Cong Announces Office Bearers For 13 DCCs And One Corporation

On November 22, AICC president Mallikarjun Kharge had cleared the appointment of presidents for 33 district committees besides the corporations o

Contempt Notice for Finance, R&B Brass

The Public Prosecutor argued that the accused was involved in multiple criminal cases and that a rowdy sheet was being maintained against him.

Tanvi Sharma and Doubles Pair Advance in Orleans Masters 2026

Orleans, March 20: Indian badminton players Tanvi Sharma and the mens doubles duo of Hariharan Amaskarunan and M.R. Arjun showcased exceptional s

Adoption Can Be New Beginning

Adoption, a child-centric legal process, overseen by statutory nodal agency Central Adoption Resource Authority, ensures all adoptions are legal,

Losing the way: On ISRO and issues with its NavIC constellation

ISRO must fix issues before launch of next second-generation satellites

Man Drowns In Pond After Getting Engaged

According to Samalkot Circle Inspector A. Krishna Bhagawan, Prashanth, who got engaged four days ago, had visited the temple with a friend on the

Quote of the day from the book Kill a Mockingbird by Harper Lee: People in their right minds never take pride in their talents.

This story shows strong life lessons about justice, courage, and kindness. In To Kill a Mockingbird by Harper Lee, children learn from their fath

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Nagaland NCC Cadets Successfully Summit Mount Saramati, Showcasing Patience and Teamwork

Kohima, March 20: The National Cadet Corps (NCC) cadets from Nagaland achieved a remarkable feat by successfully summiting Mount Saramati, the hi

Indiramma Houses in Forests May Open Podu Pandora's Box

The stand of the Centre in backing such permissions could play a major role in aiding the beneficiaries.

New Case of Moral Policing in Karnataka: Minority Boy Attacked and Attempted Abduction

Mangaluru, March 20: Karnataka police have launched a search for several activists involved in a case of moral policing. On Thursday, authorities

Man Dies By Suicide, Mother Suffers Cardiac Arrest On Seeing His Body

The familys elder son, Santosh, who is working in Turkey, has been informed but is unable to return immediately due to visa issues and travel con

Netanyahu Says Israel Will Stop Attacks On Iranian Gas Field

Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu said that at the request of President Trump, Israel will hold off on any further attacks on the Iranian gas field.

Raj Thackeray Criticizes Maharashtra Government Over Rising Drug Issues in Schools

Mumbai, March 20: During a large public gathering at Shivtirath on the occasion of Gudi Padwa, Raj Thackeray, the leader of the Maharashtra Navni

Gold price prediction: What to expect after gold rate crashes?

Gold price: Gold is prized as a hedge against inflation and geopolitical turmoil, but because it does not generate interest, it tends to lose app

Indian Archery Couple Swati and Rajat Chauhan Selected for Asia Cup in Bangkok

New Delhi, March 20: The archery couple Swati and Rajat Chauhan from Rajasthan have been selected to represent India at the Asia Cup archery comp

IPL 2026: Captain Pant Sweats It Out in LSGs Warm-Up Match

Lucknow, March 20: The Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 is set to kick off on March 28. In preparation, the Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) played a h

Human dignity must remain non-negotiable, saysAshwaniKumar on launch of his book

Quote of the day by Paul Thomas Anderson: 'How do I respond to criticism? Critically. I listen to all...' - lessons on handling criticism, positive mindset, and emotional intelligence by Oscar-winning director of One Battle After Another

Quote of the day by Paul Thomas Anderson: Filmmaker Paul Thomas Anderson approaches criticism critically, emphasizing thoughtful evaluation over

Israel says Trump knew of Iran gas field strike

Israel's strike on Iran's South Pars gas field has escalated regional tensions. This attack, coordinated with the United States, has triggered Ir

NIA chargesheets 9th accused in Gurugram club bombing case

Jyotiraditya Scindias Wife Inspects Health Camp in Shivpuri, Madhya Pradesh

Gwalior, March 20: Priyadarshani Raje Scindia, wife of Union Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia, visited a comprehensive free health camp in Shivpuri

FBI investigating whether departed counterterrorism official leaked classified info

The FBI is investigating Joe Kent, former director of the National Counterterrorism Center, for allegedly sharing classified information. Kent re

Global cooperation is crucial to tackle AI bias and risks, says PM

While AI may enhance human capabilities, the ultimate responsibility for decision-making must remain with humans, stresses Modi; India is working

Self-styled godmans arrest in Nashik rape case triggers political row in Maharashtra

The Oppn. hit out at ruling Mahayuti leaders for their alleged close ties with the accused

Man stabbed to deathover trash disposal

AAP Accused of Politicizing Palam Fire Tragedy: BJP Leader Virendra Sachdeva

New Delhi, March 20: In a recent gathering in Palam, Delhi BJP President Virendra Sachdeva criticized the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) for allegedly pol

Israel PM Benjamin Netanyahu declares Irans nuclear dreams destroyed after air strikes

In a bold assertion, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu proclaimed that following the U.S.-Israeli air operations, Iran's capabilities to

Congress Unveils Final Candidate List for Kerala Assembly Elections

New Delhi, March 20: With just three days left for filing nominations for the assembly elections scheduled on April 9, Congress has released its

'Who knows surprises better than Japan?': Trumps Pearl Harbor joke raises eyebrows; Takaichi stunned

ID On Saturday As Moon Not Sighted In Hyderabad

Members of the committee, functioning under Majlis Ulama-e-Deccan, confirmed that the Crescent was not visible, and said the festival would be ce

Pakistans ICBM Program Poses Threat to the U.S., Warns Tulsi Gabbard

Washington, March 20: Tulsi Gabbard, the U.S. Director of Intelligence, issued a warning on Thursday that Pakistans long-range ballistic missile

Kodandarama rides the lion, sits under pearl-studded canopy

European Central Bank, Bank of England hold rates as war clouds outlook

European Central Bank and Bank of England held interest rates steady on Thursday, citing the Iran war's impact on inflation and growth. Both cent

Ukraine peace talks are on pause amid Iran war, says Kremlin

Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov stated that Ukraine peace talks are on a situational pause due to the Iran conflict. Moscow hopes negotiations wi

Netanyahu Says Iran No Longer Has Uranium Enrichment Capacity

Benjamin Netanyahu said that Iran's missile and drone arsenal is being massively degraded and will be destroyed.

US may remove sanctions on Iranian oil stranded in tankers, Bessent says

The landscape of oil supply may soon shift dramatically as the United States contemplates easing sanctions on Iranian oil trapped at sea. This co

Mamata Banerjee Faces Tough Competition in Bhawanipur, Claims BJP Candidate

Kolkata, March 20: The political landscape in West Bengal is heating up as the assembly elections approach. With the announcement of election dat

Zendaya turns heads at The Drama premiere with iconic 2015 Oscars dress, sparks wedding buzz

At the Los Angeles premiere of The Drama, Zendaya made headlines by revisiting her iconic 2015 Oscars look, blending fashion with meaning and nos

India's UK envoy to be ambassador to China

Vikram K Doraiswami will be India's new ambassador to China. He is currently India's high commissioner to the UK. Doraiswami has prior experience

War With Iran Could End Faster Than People Think: Netanyahu

Israeli President Benjamin Netanyahu said on Thursday that he believed the war in Iran could finish sooner than people think.

Thunderstorms hit Telangana, Hyderabad largely dry

Weather officials said the current conditions are linked to a trough extending from the Bay of Bengal towards Telangana, creating instability and

Netanyahu claims Iran no longer has uranium enrichment capacity

Mr. Netanyahu did not provide evidence for his claim that Iran no longer had the capacity to enrich uranium

Kerala Assembly elections 2026: Congress denies ticket to Eldhose Kunnappillly, picks Mohammad Shiyas for Kochi

Former district panchayat president Manoj Moothedan chosen to contest from Perumbavoor; former Mayor Tony Chammany picked up for Vypeen seat; Dee

Rajasthan Government Transfers 25 IAS and 9 IPS Officers

Jaipur, March 20: The Rajasthan government has announced the transfer of 25 IAS and 9 IPS officers, resulting in significant changes across key d

Ugadi Gift: AP Unveils Mega Job Calendar for 10,060 Posts

Reiterating his commitment, the minister said the government would make job announcements a regular feature of Ugadi every year.

Man arrested for duping elderly woman, stealing gold and cash in Vepery

Israel, GCC trade pact talks lose steam, UK FTA likely to be implemented by May

A free trade agreement with the UK, signed in July 2025, is expected to be implemented by early May, with officials resolving minor issues. The E

Visakhapatnam Gets the Vista App for Hassle-Free Access to Tourism

New digital tools boost transparency, ease ticketing, and streamline admin work

Interviews do not have to be confrontational to be newsworthy

Why timely interviews are necessary and how it can help readers stay ahead of political developments

f35 shot down by Iran? Here's what Tehran is saying about U.S. fighter jet

U.S. fighter jet f-35 has been shot down by Iran, according to claims made by Iran's revolutionary guards.

Maharashtras Epstein files: Spiritual leader arrested in sexual assault case sparks political uproar

Ashok Kharat, a spiritual leader, has been arrested in Nashik, Maharashtra, on charges of sexual assault. The Opposition has drawn parallels to t

Arunachal Governor Emphasizes Infrastructure Standards for Private Educational Institutions

Itanagar, March 20: The Governor of Arunachal Pradesh, Lieutenant General (Retired) K.T. Parnaik, stated on Thursday that private educational ins

National Building Standards to replace Code by April; Experts raise concerns over fire safety matters

The National Building Code (NBC) is set to be replaced by a National Building Standard (NBS) by April-end, granting states and municipal bodies g

IRS dirty dozen 2026: Internal Revenue Service warns of top tax scams, AI fraud calls, and refund traps to avoid this filing season

The Internal Revenue Service has shared its 2026 Dirty Dozen tax scams list to warn people about online fraud, fake messages, AI phone calls, and

Settipalle land plots allotted under e-dip

Book offering behind-the-scenes glimpse of political strategy launched

Speaking at the launch event, Minister Palanivel Thiaga Rajan says the book distills the authors experiences, covering a wide range of scenarios

Collective of Tamil Creators, Readers, and Social Activists demands withdrawal of Jnanpith Award to Vairamuthu

56-year-old man sentenced to 20 years rigorous imprisonment in 2018 POCSO case

Two juveniles among four persons held for robbery

Outdoor Stadium in Kurnool to be developed with more infrastructure

Grand Ugadi celebrations organised in Andhra

In the evening, Radhotsavam was held for the processional idols of Sri Bhramaramba Mallikarjuna Swamy on the streets of the temple town

Expelled CPI functionary Mathur Sathya arrested

COP31: Turkiye eyes 'balancing act' on growth & green goals

Turkiye has identified nine priority issues as its climate action agenda for defining the balance between development and green transformation. T

The Only Wicketkeeper to Take 5 Catches in a Single IPL Match

New Delhi, March 20: The Indian Premier League (IPL) has seen 18 seasons, but only one wicketkeeper holds the record for taking five catches in a

Golden Bloom Along Amaravati Roads Showcases Capitals Smart Green Vision

The bright and cheerful flowers, Tecoma Gaudi Chaudi, have been drawing attention along the N-9 road from Seed Access Junction to the Secretariat

Your iPhone could be hacked right now Apple urges users to install update immediately

Apple iPhone hack warning: Apple is urging iPhone users to update their devices immediately due to new cybersecurity research revealing powerful

Boy Sexually Assaults 4-Year-Old Girl

Case filed under POCSO Act, probe on