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EU and Australia agree on text of free trade pact, announce a new defence partnership

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen and Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese signed the agreement at the Australian Parliame

Glenmark Pharma may outperform amid market correction; technicals turn positive: Ruchit Jain

Morning Digest: Centre mulls delimitation based on 2011 Census to fast-track Womens Reservation Act; Netanyahu says spoke with Trump, vows to protect Israel's interests, and more

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US, Iran and Israel send conflicting signals on peace prospects

US President Donald Trump claims strong talks with Iran are underway for peace. Iran's parliament speaker denies this, calling Trump's statements

Trump announces very good Iran talks denied by Tehran

U.S. negotiators Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner may meet an Iranian delegation for talks in Pakistan as soon as this week, with Vice President J

U.S. weather forecast update heatwave alert: Heat dome in 14 states as temperature boils in California, Arizona, Nevada, Kansas, other areas

Heat dome in which high pressure is acting like a pot lid trapping hot air over a region will leave Flagstaff, Arizona, with 11 or 12 straight

Valero Refinery explosion: What happened in Valero Port Arthur, and why the shelter-in-Place Order?

A loud explosion rocked Port Arthur, Texas, Monday evening, sending a thick plume of smoke skyward from the Valero refinery. Residents reported a

114 Rafales, 60 MTA aircraft, AEW&C deals to be concluded in 2026-27: Defence ministry to parl panel

India's Air Force is set to significantly boost its capabilities by concluding major contracts in FY 2026-27. These include deals for 114 Rafale

Iran War Live Updates: Two Iran gas facilities hit despite Trumps pause on energy strikes as conflict set to touch month-long mark

From India to Italy, Trumps Iran war is rippling through the world economy

The USIsrael war in Iran is sending shockwaves through the global economy, pushing up prices of oil, gas and key industrial inputs, and raising f

SC: Keep cops out of custody battle of kid

The Supreme Court has strongly condemned a family court's decision to involve police in a child custody dispute, calling it atrocious, unethical

SC seeks accused's asset info in 3,700cr Noida ponzi fraud

The Supreme Court has demanded asset details of close relatives from both sides of a woman accused in a Rs 3,700 crore ponzi scam before consider

Morning Brief Podcast: HDFCs Governance Ghost: What Triggered Atanu Chakrabortys Exit?

Quote of the day by Blake Lively: 'Its the choice. You have to wake up every day and say, Theres no reason today cant be the best day of my life.' Timeless lessons by It Ends with Us star and Ryan Reynolds wife

Quote of the day by Blake Lively highlights the idea of daily choice and mindset. The quote explains how people can shape their day through inten

Pentagon officials weigh deployment of airborne troops for Iran war

American military leaders are contemplating sending a combat brigade from the 82nd Airborne Division to Iran. This move is part of prudent planni

Iran-Israel war LIVE: Trump says Iran 'wants to make a deal', but Islamic Republic denies any talks

Oil prices fell and stock markets jumped as observers scrambled to interpret Trump's statements despite the Iranian denial

Donald Trump pauses Iran strikes, proposes 5-day ceasefire amid conflicting talk claims

US President Donald Trump has announced a temporary five-day suspension of military strikes on Iran, framing it as a step towards constructive di

PM Modi invokes Covid resolve to tackle West Asia crisis

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has sounded the alarm on potential global destabilization stemming from the turmoil in West Asia. He called for nati

Quote of the Day by Aristotle: 'The high-minded man must care more for'Inspiring quotes by the father of Political Science

Aristotle, a Greek philosopher, believed truth matters more than public approval. His life and teachings highlight intellectual courage and the p

Plea in SC challenges gender bias in Parsi interfaith marriages

Guard against bids to hit internal security: PM

Cong slams PM's Parl statement, seeks debate

Jaishankar, Rubio discuss energy security crisis

India's External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar discussed the West Asia conflict and its economic impact, including energy security, with his US

Govt to post official in London for IMO matters

India is set to appoint a dedicated official at its London High Commission to handle International Maritime Organisation matters. This strategic

Dealing with crisis guided by India's interests, says PM

Prime Minister Modi asserted India's unwavering focus on national interests amidst West Asian conflict, prioritizing peace and dialogue. He highl

EAM Jaishankar reiterates commitment to stronger Russia ties

Sat Sharma highlights J&Ks religious, border tourism potential in Rajya Sabha

Excelsior Correspondent NEW DELHI, Mar 23: J&K BJP President and MP (Rajya Sabha), Sat Sharma, highlighted the immense potential of religious and

Viksit Bharat 2047 Who Will Teach the Nation We Want to Become?

Meenu Gupta mguptadps@gmail.com Nations are not built in boardrooms or announced through policy declarations. They are built quietly, every day,

Full Court Reference held to bid farewell to Justice Javed Iqbal Wani

Excelsior Correspondent SRINAGAR, Mar 23: A Full Court Reference was held in the Court Room of the Chief Justice at the Srinagar Wing of High Cou

Indias largest Pregnancy Study to develop AI solutions for preterm births: Dr Jitendra

Excelsior Correspondent NEW DELHI, Mar 23: Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science & Technology, Earth Sciences, and MoS PMO, Pe

Anti-graft agencies meet to chart group's strategic roadmap

India hosts a key meeting of the Global Operational Network of Anti-Corruption Law Enforcement Authorities. Investigative agencies from 135 count

Employee cant claim posting at place of choice as a matter of right: DB

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Mar 23: The High Court of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh has held that an employee cannot claim posting at a station o

Role of Primary Class teachers in nation building

Radha Krishan Sharma rksharma5576@gmail.com Ilm ki shamma se roshan hai jahan ka har raaz, Ustad ka kirdar hai roshni ka aaghaz.. Education is th

DM Jammu directs for intensified efforts for drug free panchayats

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Mar 23: District Magistrate Jammu, Dr. Rakesh Minhas today chaired a meeting of the District Level NCORD Committee

Former Tehsildar convicted in trap case after 15-years trial

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Mar 23: The court of Special Judge Anti-Corruption, Srinagar, presided over by Special Judge Tasleem Arief, has co

Centre to bring bill to control assets of lapsed FCRA entities

The government is introducing a bill to amend the FCRA, enabling the takeover of foreign-funded assets when an organization's registration is can

PM Modi not just a person but an idea, institution: Shivraj

Union Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan lauded Prime Minister Narendra Modi, calling him an idea and an institution after Modi surpassed 8,931 days

Quote of the Day by Princess Diana: 'Everyone needs to be valued. Everyone has the'Inspiring quotes by the Princess of Wales celebrated for her extensive humanitarian work

Princess Diana's enduring quote, Everyone needs to be valued. Everyone has the potential to give something back, highlights her belief in univers

CBI, ED showing reluctance in ADAG probe: SC

The Supreme Court has expressed strong disapproval of probe agencies' perceived hesitation in investigating Anil Ambani's ADAG group for alleged

UT Fencing Cship from Mar 28

Excelsior Sports Correspondent SRINAGAR, Mar 23: The Jammu and Kashmir Amateur Fencing Association will organize the UT-level Fencing Championshi

J&K Table Tennis team shines in National Cship

Excelsior Sports Correspondent JAMMU), Mar 23: On the opening day of the 87th Inter-State Sub-Junior & Cadet National Table Tennis Championships,

SC: Mamata government hell-bent on impeding Kolkata Metro project

The Supreme Court sternly criticized the West Bengal government for obstructing the Kolkata Metro Orange Line's completion, calling their appeal

Scholarships, books distributed to needy students in Jammu

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Mar 23: Helpline Humanity & Saraswathi Education and Cultural Charitable Trust organized its 9th Annual Scholarshi

ESI Medical Camp held

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Mar 23: Rich Harvest School (RHS) organized an ESI Medical Camp for the benefit of its staff under the expert guid

Inter-Zone painting competition held

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Mar 23: The National Incredible Literacy Mission (NILM) Jammu conducted Phase-I of its Inter-Zone Level Painting C

AITA CS-7 U-18 commences

Excelsior Sports Correspondent JAMMU, Mar 23: The AITA Championship Series (CS-7), hosted by the Jammu & Kashmir Lawn Tennis Association (JKLTA)

Belief and security key to his calmness, says Shubman Gill

AHMEDABAD, Mar 23: Gujarat Titans skipper Shubman Gill has said that the calmness in his game comes from being himself and having belief and secu

Hardik, Sukhjeet, Sanjay, Abhishek in fray for Hockey India Player of the Year award

NEW DELHI, Mar 23: Star Indian midfielder Hardik Singh, forwards Sukhjeet Singh and Sanjay, and defender Abhishek are in contention for the Hocke

Golden Hour Lifeline

The launch of the PM-Road Accident Victims Hospitalisation and Assured Treatment (PM-RAHAT) Scheme marks a significant intervention in Indias roa

NPCIL Opens Applications for 337 Apprentice Positions, Deadline April 6

Gandhinagar, March 24: The Nuclear Power Corporation of India Limited (NPCIL) has announced a significant opportunity for young job seekers. The

Alex Davis Steps Down as Warwickshire Captain; Ed Barnard Takes Over

New Delhi, March 24: Alex Davis has resigned from his position as captain of Warwickshire. Ed Barnard will take over this role across all formats

NIA raids at multiple locations across J&K in Delhi blast case

Fayaz Bukhari SRINAGAR, Mar 23: The National Investigation Agency (NIA) today conducted searches at multiple locations across Jammu and Kashmir a

Blast rocks house of ex-Sarpanch in Ghagwal

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Mar 23: A blast took place outside the house of former Sarpanch at village Rasath in Ghagwal area of Samba distric

Police books hotelier for concealing stay of foreigners

Excelsior Correspondent SRINAGAR, Mar 23: Police have registered a case against a hotel for allegedly concealing the stay of foreign nationals in

NDA reaches seat sharing agreement in TN

CHENNAI, Mar 23: The AIADMK-led NDA in Tamil Nadu on Monday finalised seat-sharing arrangement for key constituents of the alliance for the April

Trump Delays Attacks on Irans Power Plants Amid Positive Talks

New York, March 24: U.S. President Donald Trump has postponed attacks on Irans power plants and energy infrastructure for five days. This decisio

India seeking dialogue, diplomacy; disruption of Strait of Hormuz unacceptable: PM on West Asia

NEW DELHI, Mar 23: Asserting that India is advocating dialogue and diplomacy to resolve the West Asia crisis, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Mon

Key operative of terror network held in Delhi

NEW DELHI, Mar 23: Delhi Polices Special Cell has arrested a key operative of Pakistan-based terrorist Shahzad Bhattis network and busted a modul

Pak: 95th death anniversary of Bhagat Singh, comrades observed in Lahore

LAHORE, Mar 23: The 95th death anniversary of Indian revolutionary leader Bhagat Singh and his two comrades was observed here on Monday. The Bhag

Gold prices plummet by over 10 pc

NEW DELHI, Mar 23: Gold prices plummeted sharply by more than 10 per cent to Rs 1.29 lakh per 10 grams in futures trade on Monday amid a global s

NIA Conducts Extensive Raids in Jammu and Kashmir Following Delhi Blast Investigation

New Delhi, March 24: The National Investigation Agency (NIA) has launched a series of extensive raids across multiple locations in Jammu and Kash

Strengthening Ties: P. Kumaran Meets Prak Sokhonn to Enhance India-Cambodia Cooperation

Phnom Penh, March 24: P. Kumaran, Secretary (East) of Indias Ministry of External Affairs (MEA), met with Prak Sokhonn, Cambodias Deputy Prime Mi

Conflict posing unprecedented challenges for India, PM Modi tells Parliament

Prime Minister Modi highlighted India's stance on the West Asia conflict in Parliament. He stressed opposition to attacks on infrastructure and t

Bill Cosby ordered to pay $19 million: Here's what the jury decided and what happens next

A jury has ordered Bill Cosby to pay at least 19 million dollars in a civil sex assault case. Donna Motsinger accused Cosby of drugging and assau

Japan Urged to Confront the History of Comfort Women

Beijing, March 24: During the 61st session of the United Nations Human Rights Council, independent UN experts and representatives from China and

Foetus Found In Fridge At Kerala Flat, Case Filed Against Couple

During the search, police found a green box marked AMY inside the refrigerator, in which a foetus, was kept, the FIR said.

Kerala Assembly Elections: 676 Candidates File Nominations Ahead of April Polls

Thiruvananthapuram, March 24: A total of 676 candidates have submitted their nomination papers for the Kerala Assembly elections, scheduled for A

Two Arrested in Major Telegram-Based Investment Scam in New Delhi

New Delhi, March 24: In a significant breakthrough, cyber police in New Delhis Shahdara district have arrested two individuals involved in a majo

Markets React to Trumps Decision to Halt Attacks, Oil Prices Drop

Washington, March 24: President Donald Trumps announcement to pause attacks on Iran has led to a decline in oil prices and a surge in market acti

Is X down? Thousands report login issues as platform faces widespread disruption

Users are experiencing significant difficulties with X, the platform formerly known as Twitter, with widespread issues reported on Downdetector.

Chinas Development Forum Unveils Key Policy Directions

Beijing, March 24: The China Development Forum 2026 was held on March 22 and 23 in Beijing. This years theme was China During the 15th Five-Year

Emily in Paris Season 6 release date, filming and plot update: Production, character focus, relationship arcs

Emily in Paris Season 6 release date, filming and plot update shows production set for late spring 2026 and a return by late 2026 on Netflix. The

2 India-flagged tankers clear Hormuz; Iran denies taking ransom

Two Indian-flagged LPG tankers, Jag Vasant and Pine Gas, carrying substantial cooking gas, successfully navigated the war-torn Strait of Hormuz.

Chinas Engineering Machinery Exports Surge by 33.4%

Beijing, March 24: Chinas engineering machinery industry has reported a significant increase in exports during the first two months of this year.

PM Modi: India has strategic petro reserves of over 53 lakh tonne

Prime Minister Narendra Modi assured that the government is actively working to maintain uninterrupted supplies of essential commodities like pet

Tensions Rise in Jharkhand Village Over Rumors of Animal Remains

Dhanbad, March 24: Tensions escalated in the Singiyatand village of Dhanbad, Jharkhand, following rumors about the discovery of animal remains. O

RGHA Girls Team Clinches Bholath Hockey Cup with 5-1 Victory Over GNDU

Jalandhar, March 24: The Roundglass Hockey Academy (RGHA) girls team triumphed over Guru Nanak Dev University (GNDU) Amritsar with a commanding 5

China Invites US Businesses to Explore Opportunities and Deepen Cooperation

Beijing, March 24: Chinese Vice Premier He Lifeng welcomed US enterprises to seize growth opportunities in China and deepen mutually beneficial c

Chinese Minister Emphasizes Accelerating Innovative Development of Future Industries

Beijing, March 24: At the annual China Development Forum 2026, Li Qiang, Chinas Minister of Industry and Information Technology, announced plans

Harshvardhan Rane Reflects on His Journey While Shooting Force 3 with John Abraham

Mumbai, March 24: Actor Harshvardhan Rane is currently making headlines for his role in the upcoming film Force 3. The shooting has commenced in

14 polling stations across T.N. to be in high-rise buildings or group housing societies

Five such polling stations would be in Chennai district

Akshay Kumar and Priyadarshan Reunite for Bhoot Bangla After 25 Years

Mumbai, March 24: After 25 years, Akshay Kumar and director Priyadarshan are set to bring laughter back to the big screen with their upcoming fil

Habibul Bashar Appointed Head of Bangladesh Cricket Board Selection Committee

New Delhi, March 24: The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) has appointed former captain Habibul Bashar as the head of its newly formed four-member s

'Kash, see if you can top that': Trump turns briefing into 'loyalty test', challenges FBI chief

Mayank Yadav Shares Insights on Fast Bowling and His Bond with Jasprit Bumrah

New Delhi, March 24: Cricket fans are once again keeping a close eye on Mayank Yadav, the fast bowler for Lucknow Super Giants, in IPL 2026. Maya

Foresters Redouble Efforts To Recapture Elusive Tiger

Officials said the tiger, fitted with a satellite collar, has largely stayed within forested hillocks during the day and ventures out at night.

Tamil Nadu Assembly election 2026: Ramadoss, Sasikala join hands, to field candidates in all 234 seats

S. Ramadoss did not clarify under which banner his candidates would be fielded as the judiciary has refused to restrain his estranged son Anbuman

Supreme Court Demands Swift and Fair Investigation in Anil Ambanis Loan Fraud Case

New Delhi, March 24: The Supreme Court has taken a firm stance regarding the alleged massive bank loan fraud linked to Anil Ambanis company, Reli

IPL 2026: Gujarat Titans Set the Tone for New Season With Shubharambh 2026

Gujarat Titans marked the beginning of their IPL 2026 journey with Shubharambh 2026..

Mango, Cashew Crop Loss Protest Disrupts MumbaiGoa Highway

Demonstrators demanded immediate government compensation for heavy losses incurred by mango and cashew growers due to unseasonal weather disrupti