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Two expats killed in Oman as USIsrael strikes on Iran escalate

Fresh developments were reported across the Middle East on Friday, March 13, as the war involving the United States, Israel and Iran continued to

CCI dismisses abuse of dominant position complaint against BookMyShow

The CCI has dismissed an antitrust complaint against BookMyShow's parent company. While acknowledging its market dominance, the regulator found n

LPG shortage forces closure of over 100 Kochi hotels

Some eateries that remain open have pared down menus to avoid a complete shutdown, restricting certain items to specific time slots

LPG shortage begins to hit Hyderabad restaurants as menus shrink; an outlet shut for Friday

Hyderabad: 2,500 kg adulterated curd seized from Amberpet dairy unit

Hyderabad: The Greater Hyderabad Municipal Corporation Task Force on Thursday, March 12, conducted a raid in an Amberpet dairy unit and seized ar

Sasikala announces her partys name: All India Puratchi Thalaivar Makkal Munnetra Kazhagam

Earlier on February 24, 2026 she unveiled the partys flag at a public meeting in Kamuthi of Ramanathapuram district.

Andhra Pradesh milk contamination tragedy: 14 dead after consuming toxic milk

Laboratory tests confirmed that the victims died of multi-organ failure triggered by acute renal failure after consuming milk contaminated with e

INDIA bloc MPs submit notice seeking removal of CEC Gyanesh Kumar in Parliament

It is the first time such a notice has been submitted in Parliament

Sadak Suraksha Abhiyan and the case for shared accountability on Indias roads

From nationwide campaigns to grassroots outreach, Sadak Suraksha Abhiyan is focused on building public awareness - encouraging safe road behaviou

Imtiaz Alis next with Diljit Dosanjh titled Main Vaapas Aaunga; teaser unveiled

With music scored by AR Rahman, the film is set to release in theatres on June 12, 2026,

SC to launch AI reforms to remove human intervention in administrative tasks

New Delhi: A software backed by artificial intelligence (AI) will take over the process of bench allocation and case listing in the Supreme Court

Sufficient stock will be supplied to domestic LPG users, no shortage in Telangana: Civil Supplies Minister

There are 1.29 crore household connections in Telangana and 810 distribution centres

LPG shortage hits hotels in Keralas Kannur; about 40 units face closure, black marketing alleged

Government intervention sought to address black marketing and ensure stable gas supply

Naidu Praises Natural Farming Success of Guntur Farmer Rosayya

80-year-old farmer from Atthota cultivates 52 crops on 75 cents of land, earns over 20,000 a month through natural farming

Munawar Faruqui indulges in grand Iftaar feast in Hyderabad

Hyderabad: Standup comedian, actor and host Munawar Faruqui was here on Thursday taking time off to celebrate Iftar with his close friends in the

Karnatakas 391 crore plan to dump pollution from Bengaluru on farmers in Kanakapura, get contaminated vegetables in return

The report by Mapping Malnad alleges that the government is trying to solvea problem bygeographical displacement of pollution

Dhurandhar 2 Records Massive Pre-Release Demand; Paid Previews on March 18

Dhurandhar is set to-release in theatres worldwide on March 13.

India says reports on Hormuz clearance by Iran are premature

US Waiver Frees Up 19 Million Barrels Of Russia Oil For Purchase

Russian crude oil and fuel on about 30 tankers in Asian waters is potentially available for purchase after the US granted a temporary waiver to b

'China Owner', Shadow Fleet - The Passkeys To Cross Strait Of Hormuz

Supply chains remain disrupted, commodity prices have shot up and oil prices have crossed $100 a barrel as a war rages in the Middle East, partic

Musi Jan Andolan activist under house arrest ahead of Telangana CMs presentation on river rejuvenation

The activist Syed Bilal says they were invited to CMs presentation today

Congress moves Odisha MLAs to Bengaluru ahead of Rajya Sabha polls

Congress has moved several legislators from Odisha to Bengaluru. This move comes ahead of the Rajya Sabha elections. The party fears cross-voting

How Trump's Plan For Cuba Would Make US The Island's Patron

Speculation about a possible military overthrow of Cuba's Communist regime has swirled around Washington, fueled in part by Senator Lindsey Graha

Telangana CS Reviews LPG Supplies; Asks Officials to Ensure Timely Delivery

The Chief Secretary directed strict monitoring to prevent black marketing and ensure timely delivery across Telangana

UP Woman Runs Away After Sending Husband To Buy Pakoda At Bus Stand

What began as a quick stop for a plate of fritters turned into a mystery in Uttar Pradesh, after a newly-married woman slipped away from a bus st

Maharashtra Makes Permits Mandatory For Electric Rickshaw, E-Bikes

The Maharashtra government has decided to make permits mandatory for passenger-carrying electric rickshaws and e-bikes to ensure uniformity in ru

Quit Smoking? Here's What Happens Inside Your Body In Just 1 Week

In just one week of quitting smoking, your body starts healing your heart rate normalises, senses sharpen, breathing eases, circulation improves,

LPG crisis: TMC and other opposition MPs protest against Centre over cylinder shortage

Opposition MPs raised concerns over LPG cylinder shortages and Indians stranded abroad. They protested at Parliament. The government stated domes

S&P/ASX 200 drops as Australian shares edge lower, miners fall; RBA rate hike fears grow amid Middle East conflict-driven inflation concerns

The Australian sharemarket saw a slight dip on Friday, March 13, 2026. Mining stocks fell, impacting the overall market. Financials showed some g

Cambodia approves draft law targeting cyberscammers

Cambodia has emerged as a hotspot for crime syndicates running a multibillion-dollar fraud industry that sees scammers lure internet users global

Stress Management During Pregnancy: Doctor Shares Tips For Moms-To-Be

Pregnancy is a journey of change, growth, and discovery, not only emotionally and physically but also mentally. Hormonal changes, levels of disco

LPG Row: Lok Sabha Adjourned Again Amid Opposition Protests

Kiren Rijiju criticized Rahul Gandhi, claiming the opposition's theatrics won't connect with the public.

Two Indian-origin brothers who backed FBI chief Kash Patel face 400-year jail term in US: Here's what they did

Two brothers of Indian origin have been convicted in the US for a massive criminal operation. Their scheme involved visa fraud, exploiting foreig

Andhra Pradesh Gets Rs 341 Crore Central Aid for Flood, Cyclone Damage

According to the statement, the five states are Andhra Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, Gujarat, Himachal Pradesh, and Nagaland.

U.S., Israel wanted quick win, but they failed: Mohammad Marandi

As time goes on, the price of oil is going to go up. And the world knows that this is not Irans fault. This is the fault of the Trump regime and

Activists tell Dy CM Musi project must ensure zero displacement

Hyderabad: A 12-member delegation of the Musi Jan Andolan (MJA) met Bhatti Vikramarka Mallu at Praja Bhavan on Thursday night, March 12, and rais

SC refuses to entertain PIL seeking menstrual leave policy across country

NEW DELHI, Mar 13: The Supreme Court on Friday refused to entertain a PIL seeking a nationwide policy providing menstrual leave for women student

Virat Kohli Will Be Hungrier Than Ever Since Last IPL: Irfan Pathan

RCB aims to win back-to-back titles in the TATA IPL 2026 season

WebQoof Recap: Around AI Visuals, West Asia Tensions, EAM S Jaishankar, and More

Read our recap to find out our top five fact-checks from this week.

Delhi Metro: Thieves steal 1 km of signalling cable on magenta line just 4 days after opening. What passengers need to know

Delhi Metro: Signalling cable theft disrupted Magenta Line metro services just days after a new stretch opened. Approximately 1,000 meters of cab

IPL 2026: BCCI Issues Stern Warning to Franchises

Mumbai: With the 19th edition of the Indian Premier League set to begin on March 28, the Board of Control for Cricket in India has issued fresh p

Planning to ensure record turnout of over 85 per cent in Kerala assembly polls: CEO Kelkar

In a bid to energize its electorate, Kerala is laying the groundwork for assembly polls with an impressive goal of more than 85 percent voter tur

Russia accuses Ukraine of 'reckless' strikes on major gas pipeline

State-owned Russian gas producer Gazprom earlier said that the Russkaya and Beregovaya stations were targeted

LPG crisis may revive the dying Kerosene stoves to replace modern cooktops in Indian homes. Here's how to use them safely

LPG shortage crisis: The Union government has announced the reintroduction of kerosene and coal as temporary cooking options to ease the pressure

Opinion: Opinion | Amazon Centres To Banks, Iran's 'Target List' Of Tech Firms Hints At A Wider Plan

Distributed via Telegram by the IRGC-affiliated Tasnim News Agency, the list named Google, Microsoft, Amazon, Nvidia, IBM, Oracle, and Palantir -

DRI officials raid illegal Alprazolam manufacturing unit in A.P., seize drugs, worth 47 Crore

Under Operation White Hammer, the DRI officials conducted searches on a private chemicals manufacturing factory, which was manufacturing Alprazol

SC Takes Suo Motu Cognisance of Illegal Sand Mining in National Chambal Sanctuary

The bench said that even areas where the Madhya Pradesh chief minister had released gharials have come under illegal mining.

Bandi Sanjay Counters Telangana Govt's Narrative, Highlights Central Support

Under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Telangana continues to receive strong support for infrastructure, farmers, housing and heri

Paid menstrual pain leave may cost women their careers, Supreme Court apprehends

Chief Justice Kant distinguished between creating a legally enforceable statutory right and a spontaneous act or policy from employers towards th

Exclusive: Chiranjeevi to Start Shooting, KVN to Produce It?

After the success of Waltair Veerayya, the actor-director duo expects this film to be another winner, the source concludes.

'One-sided foreign policy': P Chidambaram blasts Centre for co-sponsoring UNSC resolution condemning Iran

Senior Congress leader P Chidambaram criticizes India's foreign policy. He states India co-sponsored a UN resolution condemning Iran's attacks. C

Ed CohenBook Launched as Part of iKevas iGnite Leadership Series

The book reflects on his experiences in India and the shared stories of resilience and hope with co-author Devi Boddu.

Watch: Women lead the way in this Tamil Nadu port terminal

As the world celebrates International Womens Day on March 8, a port terminal in Tamil Nadus Thoothukudi district is quietly setting an inspiring

JKAS Officer Sanam Mansoor Transferred

JAMMU, Mar 13: The Jammu and Kashmir Government has ordered the transfer of JKAS officer Sanam Mansoor, who was serving as Deputy Secretary to th

U.S. wants to 'divide Europe': EU's Kallas

EU countries should not be looking to deal with Mr. Trump bilaterally, she said

LPG crisis: Malayalam film industry starts feeling the heat as production schedules hit

With nearly 18 films in production, Kerala Film Producers Association warns of a potential 5 crore loss if the crisis continues

Sun TV Network sues Chennai Super Kings for using Jailer, Jailer 2 and Coolie songs in its jersey promo

Justice Senthilkumar Ramamoorthy adjourns the hearing of the copyright infringment suit to Monday for CSK Limited to file an affidavit that it sh

China passes new ethnic minority law, prioritise use of Mandarin language

Called Promoting Ethnic Unity and Progress, the ethnic minority law aims to forge national unity and advance the rejuvenation of the Chinese nati

Kerala polls: Congress MP Sudhakaran invokes lifelong sacrifices as he eyes Assembly return

Senior Congress leader K Sudhakaran penned an emotional Facebook post about his bond with Kannur. He highlighted his sacrifices for party workers

Allu Arjuns List of Legendary Directors Draws Flak, Atlees Name Specifically

Much of the criticism, however, focused on the inclusion of Atlee among the legendary filmmakers.

Section of Bengal govt employees on cease-work over dearness allowance dues

The protest, called by the Sangrami Joutha Mancha to press the State government for payment of DA arrears, and implementation of a recent Supreme

'Watch what happens today': Trump threatens Iran; Tehran claims strike on USS Abraham Lincoln, US denies

US President Donald Trump issued a fresh threat to Iran on Truth Social, claiming its military capabilities were being destroyed, as his remarks

Investors Lose Rs 5.87 Trillion In A Day As Markets Tumble. Here's Why

Stock Market Crash: The total market capitalisation of companies listed on the Bombay Stock Exchange fell to about Rs 433.85 trillion from Rs 439

2 Held for Hoarding 398 LPG Cylinders, Officials Urge No Panic Buying

Police raided suspect-linked locations after a tip-off, seizing over 200 cylinders, both subsidized and commercial, meant for illegal sale.

Opposition uproar over various issues in Lok Sabha

New Delhi: The Lok Sabha was adjourned till 12 noon on Friday following uproar by opposition members over various issues soon after the House ass

LPG shortage fears grow: Why kerosene, once pushed out, may return to Indian kitchens

Kerosene is set to make a comeback in Indian kitchens. This comes as cooking gas supplies face shortages due to the Iran-Israel conflict. The gov

Centre approves Rs 1,912.99 crore additional disaster aid for 5 states, J-K

The central government has taken swift action by approving over Rs 1,900 crore in emergency funds for regions grappling with the aftermath of nat

Hardik Pandya kissing Mahieka Sharma with India flag on sparks row; FIR filed for insulting national flag

An advocate has filed a complaint with Pune Police seeking an FIR against cricketer Hardik Pandya for allegedly insulting the national flag durin

Centre Approves Rs 1,912.99 Cr Additional Disaster Aid For 5 States

Additional financial assistance to five states and the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir affected by floods, flash floods, cloudbursts, landsl

Cash-for-query case: SC stays Delhi HC order on sanction for CBI to try Moitra

NEW DELHI, Mar 13: The Supreme Court on Friday stayed a part of the December 2025 order of the Delhi High Court permitting the Lokpal to consider

El Nio 2026 Warning: Why experts fear weak monsoon and extreme heat could hit India this year

El Nio 2026: Global weather agencies, including NOAA, are increasingly confident that El Nio conditions could develop later this year, potentiall

US sees India as trusted partner in emerging 'Pax Silica' tech era: US Envoy to India Sergio Gor

While energy resources such as oil have historically shaped geopolitics, future strategic competition will increasingly revolve around advanced t

Iran Guards vow 'stronger' response than in January if new protests erupt

Iran's Revolutionary Guards have issued a stern warning. They state that any new protests will face a harsher crackdown than the events of Januar

Opinion: Opinion | The Real Winner Of Iran-Israel War Is Someone Trump Never Accounted For

The current crisis promises tens of billions of dollars to Russia in additional revenue. Here's how.

Tinnitus And Sleep: Doctor Explains Why Nighttime Silence Feels So Loud

Studies show tinnitus activity spikes in quiet, linking directly to fragmented sleep cycles.

Adobe CEO to Step Down in Face of Investor Concerns Over AI

Narayen, who served as CEO for 18 years, will remain in the position until a successor has been appointed, Adobe said in a statement

Indian Killed In Tanker Attack Near Iraq Was Engineer From Mumbai

Devanandan Prasad Singh, in his mid-50s, had shifted from his longtime home Bihar to Mumbai in 2019 along with his family - wife, and two childre

We're Not Wombs: Japanese Women Fight Against Sterilisation Restrictions

Kazane Kajiya and four other women are now challenging the constitutionality of Japan's decades-old maternity protection law, one of the world's

Cash-for-query case: Supreme Court notice to Mahua Moitra on Lokpal of India plea; stays Delhi High Court order

The Supreme Court has issued a notice to Trinamool Congress MP Mahua Moitra. This is in connection with the cash-for-query case. The court also s

Chennai Super Kings will stop using Rajinikanth film songs in promos, IPL franchise tells Madras HC

Chennai Super Kings has assured the Madras High Court it will cease using songs from Rajinikanth films, including 'Jailer', in promotions without

Ukraine opens battlefield data access to allies' AI models

Defence Minister Mykhailo Fedorov said a platform had been created to safely train AI models without giving away sensitive data

'I thought they took her for acting': Monalisa Bhosles father breaks down after learning about her marriage to Farman Khan

Monalisa Bhosle, the 'Kumbh viral girl', has married actor Farman Khan. Her father expressed shock, stating he believed she was approached for ac

Practice what you preach: Harish Rao to Rahul Gandhi over MLA defection row

Hyderabad: Senior Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) leader T Harish Rao has written an open letter to Rahul Gandhi, accusing the Congress party of ado

How poet Bahinabai Chaudharis evocative verses became the focal point of a Bharatanatyam performance

Vaishnavi Dhore presented A woman beyond letters at the fifth edition of the Jharna festival in Chennai recently.

Anupam Khers Khosla Ka Ghosla 2 gets release date

Directed by Prashant Bhagia, the film stars Anupam Kher, Boman Irani, Ranvir Shorey, Parvin Dabas, Vinay Pathak, Tara Sharma and Ravi Kishan

Late Shift movie review: Leonie Beneschs Sisyphean ward of one

Petra Volpes hospital drama turns one nurses relentless night shift into an unsung study of how modern healthcare keeps running

Amid war, U.S. President Donald Trump pushes for SIR-type electoral overhaul

A Bill passed by the U.S. House of Representatives and stuck in the Senate proposes a nationwide requirement for each voter to provide documentar

Amazon unit withdraws from drone trade group, raises safety concerns

The Federal Aviation Administration last year proposed requiring drones to have systems to detect and avoid aircraft that are not broadcasting th

'These are plans to call women inferior': CJI led-Supreme Court bench rejects plea on menstrual leave

The Supreme Court has declined to mandate nationwide menstrual leave for women, citing concerns that it could reinforce gender stereotypes and ha

Justice Lisa Gill Sworn In as Judge of Andhra Pradesh High Court

With this appointment, Justice Lisa Gill will hold the second position in the seniority list of judges at the Andhra Pradesh High Court. Chief Ju