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Formula 1 opens its season at the Australian GP with plenty of questions

As crowds filtered into Melbournes Albert Park for Formula 1s first day of practice at its 2026 season opener, there were questions

BJP claims 39,000 crore of SCSP-TSP funds diverted for guarantee schemes by Congress government in Karnataka

BJP leader Rajkumar Patil Telkur claimed that the Siddaramaiah-led government is reportedly preparing to divert an additional 15,000 crore in the

India in touch with multilateral agencies, U.S. DFC for shipping insurance, to shield impact on fuel supplies

India is in touch with Paris-headquartered International Energy Agency (IEA) and ministers of oil-producing countries, among others, as it looks

Hong Kong ex-media mogul Jimmy Lai will not appeal national security conviction, legal team says

The legal team for Hong Kong pro-democracy ex-publisher Jimmy Lai says he will not appeal the national security conviction for which he was sente

Indian Air Force aircraft crashes in Assams Karbi Anglong

New Delhi: A Su-30 MKI fighter jet of the Indian Air Force (IAF) crashed in Assams Karbi Anglong district on Thursday, March 5. The IAF said the

Some Gulf countries frustrated with lack of notice about Iran strikes, defence help, sources say

Officials from two Gulf countries said their the US had ignored their warnings that the war would have devastating consequences for the entire re

Agriculture key for startups, entrepreneurship in Jammu Kashmir: CM

Jammu: Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah has highlighted the immense potential of agriculture and allied sectors in the Union Territ

Former diplomat Taranjit Singh Sandhu appointed Delhi L-G

Taranjit Sandhu, a 1988-batch Indian Foreign Service officer, replaces V.K. Saxena

Telangana Govt to Clear GHMC Debt, Sanctions fund for CMC and MMC

The GHMC had raised rupee term loans, floated bonds and executed infrastructure works

Hyderabads adulterated food raids: Decoy buyers, tip-offs lead to a series of busts

The raids have led to the seizure of thousands of kilograms of raw material and hundreds of kilograms of adulterated food products.

Sukhoi Su-30MKI crashes in Assam's Karbi Anglong district; IAF launches search operations

30K Students Download SSC Hall Tickets Through MeeSevas WhatsApp on Day 1

Since its launch, the MeeSeva WhatsApp/Chatbot platform has received a strong response from users across Telangana

CBSE Board Exams 2026: Class 10 Painting, Class 12 Language Papers Today

CBSE Board Exams 2026: The Class 10 Painting exam will be held from 10:30 am to 12:30 pm, while the Class 12 language examinations will take plac

Nepal election results: RSP leading in 23 seats as per initial results

Nepal witnessed about 60% voter turnout during the elections to the House of Representatives on Thursday the country's first polls since violent

Indian airlines cancel 281 flights amid Middle East crisis

New Delhi: Indian carriers cancelled 281 international flights on Thursday due to the Middle East crisis, and the government is closely monitorin

Rashtrapati Bhavan's Change of Guard ceremony to take place at revised time

According to Rashtrapati Bhavan, the Change of Guard ceremony is a longstanding military tradition whose origins date back to ancient times. Hist

US Likely Responsible For Deadly Strike On Iranian Girls' School: Report

US military investigators believe it is likely that US forces were responsible for an apparent strike on an Iranian girls' school that killed sco

Review of Ana Paula Maias On Earth As It Is Beneath, longlisted for the International Booker Prize

In this prison novella, translated from the Portuguese by Padma Viswanathan, the author refuses to validate mens violence

Trump honours Messi and MLS Cup champion Miami teammates

Messi was at the forefront as Miami players, coach Javier Mascherano and team co-owner Jorge Mas flanked Mr. Trump, who opened proceedings with c

Nepal Election 2026 Results Live Updates: Nepal Counts Votes For First Polls Held After Gen Z Protests

About 60 per cent turnout was registered during the voting on Thursday.

Rapper-Politician's Party Leads As Nepal Counts Votes For High-Stakes Polls

Nepal election results live: Rapper-turned-politician Balendra Shah's Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP) is currently leading in 23 seats.

What to know about the Kurds and their potential involvement in the Iran war

Battle-hardened Kurds in northern Iraq are reportedly preparing for a potential cross-border military operation into Iran with U.S. backing. This

Some Gulf countries frustrated with lack of notice about Iran strikes, defence help: Report

Gulf allies voice frustration with the US over Iran's drone and missile attacks. They claim insufficient preparation time and inadequate defense.

The natural universe remains captivating when it skips the people

Science journalism should also maintain a space for unfettered wonder and a curiosity of the manner of things

Arithmetic of loss | Review of Mirza WaheedsMaryam& Son

The author examines thedisappearance of a young man withinthe framework of Muslim-immigrant lifein suburban London

Amazon outage triggers thousands of user complaints; company says software glitch resolved

Amazon has resolved a software code deployment issue that caused a widespread website outage for thousands of shoppers. The disruption, which beg

When an influencer writes a book

Gen Z creator Ria Chopra wrote a book about the Internet that is now being ripped apart on, well, the Internet. I would just say, maybe, if you a

Yesterday match results: Sanju Samsons classy 'Player of the Match' gesture for Jasprit Bumrah after India beat England in T20 World Cup semi-final

Man of the match yesterday: Sanju Samson's smashing 89 helped India score 253/7 against England in the T20 World Cup semifinal at Mumbai yesterda

Indian Navy Sends P-8I Aircraft to Assist in Search for Iranian Sailors

The incident marks a significant escalation in US-Iran tensions, far from the Persian Gulf.

When 7 rays hit cinemas in land of rising sun

Satyajit Ray's filmography is capturing hearts anew in Japan, as a stunning showcase of seven of his works pulls in enthusiastic audiences. With

All five Rajya Sabha candidates file nomination in Odisha

President of the State unit of Bharatiya Janata Party, Manmohan Samal; sitting BJP Rajya Sabha member, Sujeet Kumar; and hotelier and former Unio

Made Big Mistake: England Captain Brook's Confession After Loss vs India

India capitalised on England's mistakes to post a massive total, with Sanju Samson leading the charge with a commanding knock.

Woman Reveals Why She Never Eats Out In India After Returning From America: 'Street Doesn't Invite You'

US venture capitalist Nitisha Bansal shares how urban challenges like heat, dust, and poor footpaths in India limit outdoor social life compared

Indian Navy Joins Search After US Submarine Sinks Iranian Warship

The Iranian warship was returning home from a naval exercise in India when it was attacked.

Iran-Israel war LIVE: Explosions over Tel Aviv as Iran launches barrage of missiles, U.S. claims to have sunk over 30 Iranian ships

Three Australian personnel were onboard American submarine that sank Iranian navy ship off Sri Lanka, Australian PM says

Iran warns US ground invasion would be 'a big disaster for American forces'

Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi warned that a U.S. ground invasion would result in a ig disaster for American forces, stating Tehran is p

Security at airport takes precedence over devotional right, says Bombay HC

The petition was moved by the Taxi-Rickshaw Ola-Uber Mens Union, which contended that a temporary shed in the airport vicinity, historically used

Pentagon Designates Anthropic A 'Supply Chain Risk' After Deal Turndown

The Trump administration is following through with its threat to designate artificial intelligence company Anthropic as a supply chain risk in an

AAP attacks Modi over silence on U.S. sinking Iran warship

Manish Sisodia said that about a month ago, the Prime Minister entered into a trade deal with the U.S., and one key condition that India accepted

Samantha, Sobhita MIA at Starry Weddings

Rumour has it that Samantha wanted to avoid the Akkineni family, while Sobhita was reportedly feeling a bit under the weather.

US investigation points to likely US responsibility in Iran school strike, sources say

U.S. military investigators believe it is likely that American forces were responsible for a strike on a girls school in Minab, southern Iran, th

US, Israel-Iran War News Live Updates: Middle East War Enters Day 7, Israel Strikes Beirut, Iran Attacks Bahrain

The raging war in the Middle East entered its seventh day on Friday, with the Israeli military announcing a ext phase in the conflict and bombin

Over 20 States Unite in Lawsuit Against Trump's Global Tariffs Post-Ruling

The lawsuit against President Trump's tariffs, spearheaded by states like Oregon and California, argues that the tariffs are unjust and burdensom

Nayanthara Buys 31.5-cr Duplex in Chennai

Adding another landmark property to her growing real-estate portfolio

Stellaris Venture Partners AI playbook; UKGs bet on its India GCC

Venture capital firm Stellaris Venture Partners is doubling down on AI and deeptech startups in India. But its not rushing headlong into the AI f

The future of procurement in Indias supply chain ecosystem

Rising geopolitical risks and unpredictable global demand are bringing procurement into the boardroom, as sourcing choices now directly affect bu

US issues 30-day waiver allowing Indian refiners to purchase Russian oil amid West Asia conflict

The move comes months after President Donald Trump slapped tariffs on Indian goods in a bid to pressure Prime Minister Narendra Modis government

India Gets 30-Day Waiver From US To Buy Russian Oil Amid Iran War

India's access to crucial energy supplies received a temporary boost on Friday after US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent announced a 30-day waive

A Tale of Two Parivars in Bihar

With Nitish Kumar set for exile, the Janata Parivar is scuttling towards extinction while the Sangh Parivar is ascendant, and Mandal is now a sub

India into finals: Cricket fans hail India's thrilling T20 WC semi-final win over England

Hyderabad: Complaint filed against BJP ex-corporator for insulting Khamenie

Hyderabad: A complaint has been filed against former corporator of Saroornagar division, Akula Srivani, for allegedly insulting Shia cleric and f

Stock Market LIVE Updates: GIFT Nifty Trades Lower, Hints Low Opening

Sensex Today | Nifty 50 | Stock Market Today Live Updates: India's benchmark indices opened and ended in green on Thursday.

Seven Nations Announce Boycott of Paralympics Ceremony Against Russia

IPC allows Russian and Belarusian athletes to compete under their flags, causing outrage and leading seven countries to boycott the opening cerem

US House narrowly rejects war powers resolution to halt Trump's attacks on Iran

The House narrowly rejected a war powers resolution to halt President Trump's attacks on Iran, marking a significant congressional debate on pres

Trump vows US role in choosing Tehrans next leader, cheers Kurdish push into Iran

US President Donald Trump stated America must help select Iran's future leader. He also voiced support for Iranian Kurdish forces to launch attac

Kristi Noem speaks minutes after being dismissed as DHS secretary; makes no mention of ousting

Bulldozers on Bhoodan lands kick up political dust

Nearly 600 houses were razed in a massive demolition drive at a village near Khammam city on February 24, rendering over 1,800 people homeless. W

SU-30 MKI Aircraft Of IAF Crashes In Assams Karbi Anglong

New Delhi, Mar 6: A Su-30 MKI fighter jet of the Indian Air Force (IAF) crashed in Assams Karbi Anglong district on Thursday. The IAF said the se

Su-30MKI fighter jet crashes in Assam; IAF search operations underway

A Sukhoi Su-30MKI fighter jet of the Indian Air Force crashed in Assams Karbi Anglong district on Friday while on a routine training mission. The

Why north Karnatakas under-nutrition burden stays high

In north Karnataka districts, child undernutrition has been an unrelenting problem for decades. More than a function of food scarcity, it is an o

Who is Warren Foegele? LA Kings trade Canadian left-winger to Ottawa Senators for second-round pick

The Los Angeles Kings traded Canadian forward Warren Foegele to the Ottawa Senators for a 2026 second-round pick and conditional third-round swap

CEC Asks Deccan Cements, Telangana Forest Officials To Explain Suryapet Encroachment

The committee has called for a fresh inspection of the site and asked the related authorities to submit documentary evidence on the issue

Marseille face another trophy-less season after losing to Toulouse

Paris, March 5: Marseilles long wait for a trophy continues after it twice threw away the lead against Toulouse before losing on penalties in the

Congress Bags 2 Rajya Sabha Seats From Telangana Unopposed

Highlights Revanth's influence with party high command

Leverkusen get much-needed win

Hamburg, March 5: Two of Bayer Leverkusens young players combined for a breakthrough goal to beat Hamburger SV 1-0 in the Bundesliga and boost th

Morning Digest: Days ahead of polls, Tamil Nadu, West Bengal get new Governors; Sri Lanka evacuates crew of second Iranian ship near its waters, and more

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Trumps new global tariffs face first legal challenge as 24 US states sue to block them

Twenty-four American states have filed a lawsuit challenging President Trump's new global tariffs. They argue the tariffs are an illegal attempt

Iran Has Not Yet Elected New Supreme Leader: Top Iranian Official

Iran has not yet elected the successor of Supreme Leader Ayatollah Syed Ali Khamenei, who was assassinated in a joint US-Israeli airstrike last w

Mlaya girl, two other win Sunsilk Mega Miss NE 2026

By Our Reporter In a glittering celebration of confidence, culture, and contemporary elegance, Stella Rica Khongsni from Meghalaya, Leimapokpam G

From Big B to SRK: Celebs attend Arjun Tendulkars wedding

Veteran actress Jaya Bachchan, and her daughter-in-law Aishwarya Rai Bachchan marked a rare appearance together at the wedding ceremony of Arjun

Trump fires Kristi Noem as homeland secretary after storm over shootings, spending

President Trump fired Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem following months of controversy, including criticism over a $220 million ad contrac

LIVE US-Israel attack Iran Day 7: Missiles intercepted in Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Qatar on alert

On the seventh day of the war on Iran on Friday, March 6, the United States (US) and Israel continued intensive attacks on Iranian targets, amid

Iran-born actor condemns protests mourning Khameneis death

Following the death of Irans Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei in a joint US-Israeli strike, several Shia Muslims across India have held prot

BAFTA-winning film Boong drops official trailer

The official trailer of Boong, the BAFTA-winning Manipuri-language film directed by Lakshmipriya Devi, was released on social media, offering aud

Trump on rising gas prices in US during Iran operation: 'If they rise, they rise'

President Donald Trump is not concerned about rising gas prices due to the Iran conflict. He believes fuel costs will decrease rapidly once the m

STs following Hindu customs can't be excluded from Hindu marriage law: High court

Scheduled Tribe members adhering to Hindu customs are not barred from the Hindu Marriage Act, 1955, Chhattisgarh High Court ruled. The court set

Reports on US using Indian ports in Iran war fake: MEA

India has vehemently denied allegations that its ports are being utilized by the US Navy for strikes against Iran. The External Affairs Ministry

Lakshya Sen enters QFs

ALL ENGLAND CHAMPIONSHIPS BIRMINGHAM, March 5: A relentless Lakshya Sen produced a gritty performance to beat Hong Kongs Ng Ka Long Angus and sto

Iran missile fire sparks explosions over Tel Aviv, no reported injuries

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said on March 5, that his country was prepared for any potential ground invasion, saying such a move woul

Krithi Karanth becomes first Indian to win major UK conservation prize

LONDON, Mar 5: Dr Krithi K Karanth, CEO of the Centre for Wildlife Studies (CWS), became the first Indian to win a prestigious conservation prize

Samson, Bumrah help India tide over England challenge to reach second successive T20 WC final

MUMBAI, Mar 5: Sanju Samsons sublime fifty and Jasprit Bumrahs spell touched with unearthly genius on a batting beauty helped India secure a seve

Modi very focused on delivery, bringing hundreds of millions into formal economy: Canada PM

SYDNEY, Mar 5 : Prime Minister Narendra Modi is very focused on delivery of welfare programmes to the common people and has been successful in br

The Gulf in the Crossfire

B S Dara bsdara@gmail.com What began as a United States-Israeli strike on Iranian targets has rapidly evolved into a wider regional confrontation

Omar in touch with FM to evacuate students from Iran: Farooq

Excelsior Correspondent SRINAGAR, Mar 5: National Conference president Dr Farooq Abdullah today said Chief Minister Omar Abdullah is in touch wit

Modi has surrendered Indian farmers interests: Karra

Cong seeks roll back of US trade deal Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Mar 5: Congress today held a protest rally to oppose the anti farmers, anti

CM stresses bridging gap between education and employability

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Mar 5: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today chaired a preliminary meeting to discuss the formulation of an action pl

Bihar: JDU cadre bet on Nishant to fill in father Nitish Kumar's shoes

Bihar's ruling party, JDU, anticipates Nishant Kumar's political debut as his father, Nitish Kumar, prepares to step down. This move aims to reas

SSP Jammu reviews crime, security situation in district

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Mar 5: Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Jammu Joginder Singh today chaired a crime and security review meetin

Nitish Kumar a wily strategist who made CM seat his own

Nitish Kumar exits Bihar CM post after two decades, sparking political upheaval. Known for his strategic alliances and ideological shifts, Kumar