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Rajasthan VHP set up 24/7 helpline to report love jihad

Jaipur: The Rajasthan Vishwa Hindu Parishad (VHP) on Friday, March 20, launched a 24-hour helpline to report love jihad, land jihad and religious

Special unreserved express trains between Mysuru and Nanjangud

Bengaluru civic budget: Footpath policy, ward-wise allocation, parking restrictions on cards

Arul to contest election again

Cuddalore Collector chairs meeting with Election Observers

Iran warns world tourism sites not safe for Israeli, U.S. officials; says it is still building missiles nearly three weeks into war

With little information coming out of Iran, it was not clear how much damage its arms, nuclear or energy facilities have sustained since the war

EC tightens AI content rules, to set up polling booths in high-rise building communities

The EC also said that all political advertisements on electronic and social media must be approved by the Media Certification and Monitoring Comm

Bhatti budget bogus budget: BRS members flag unfulfilled promises

Hyderabad: Terming the recently announced Telangana Budget bogus budget and bada jhoota budget, Bharat Rashtra Samithi claimed that the Congress

SIR: 544 Muslim voters marked for deletion in UP village leads to one man

Lucknow: The names of as many as 544 Muslim residents from the Louharipur village in Shamli district were reportedly asked to be deleted from the

Defence tech firm Big Bang Boom Solutions launches new R&D centre in Chennai

SHAKTI,which stands for Solutions Hub for Advanced Knowledge, Technology & Innovation, will house the companys research and engineering teams acr

Telangana per capita at 4.19 lakh, 1.9x more than national average

Telanganas Gross State Domestic Product (GSDP) at current prices stands at 17.82 lakh crore, reflecting a growth of 10.7% over the last years fig

Quality, innovation, and excellence more important now in the turbulent times, say industry titans

IFQM, established in 2023, has Biocon, Boeing, Tata Group, TVS Motor, Sun Pharma, and Motherson among its founding members

Electronics manufacturer Aimtron targets 1,000 crore revenue in 3 yrs

Aimtron currently operates manufacturing facilities in Vadodara and Bengaluru, as well as a recently acquired unit in the US

Slow pineapple cutting sparks brawl in Hyderabads Mallepally

Hyderabad: On the second last day of Ramzan on Thursday, March 19, a brawl broke out near the Badi Masjid in Hyderabads Mallepally over the slow

Telangana Budget: Allocation to agriculture, irrigation, energy sectors reduces

Hyderabad: Announcing the Telangana budget for 2026-27 on Friday, March 20, Deputy Chief Minister and Finance Minister Mallu Bhatti Vikramarka al

Indigenous and Catholic Leaders in Bangladesh Warn of Major Protests Against Controversial Forestry Project

Washington, March 20: Several indigenous and Catholic leaders from central Bangladesh have issued a warning to the government. They threaten to l

BRS MLA Slams Telangana Budget As Number Game

BRS leader flags unmet promises, lack of clarity on welfare schemes

World Down Syndrome Day observed at SMCH

Watch: Meet the bell makers of Tiruchis Venkatanayakanpatti

In the village of Venkatanayakanpatti situated 56 km from Tiruchi, these brass bell makers are the guardians of Tamil Nadus legacy of lost wax ca

Chartered relief flight from Dammam to arrive in Thiruvananthapuram on March 22

Move comes in the wake of restricted scheduled and ad hoc special flight services connecting various West Asian cities and Kerala

Measures in place to prevent voter confinement, says Collector

Farmers told to adopt new cane varieties for better productivity, disease resistance

Karur SP forms an exclusive women striking force to enhance safety, bring down crime rate

12 women drawn from the Armed Reserve form the the strike force and will be on standby at bus stops, markets, educational institutions and all bu

IIMB achieves record high placements with 664 offers; Management consulting leads

Thunderstorm forecast for six Telangana districts on March 21

Thunderstorm forecast for six Telangana districts on March 21

Revanth alleges BJP-BRS nexus over silence in Rohit Reddy drug case

Revanth alleges BJP-BRS nexus over silence in Rohit Reddy drug case

Harish Rao alleges major scam in integrated schools tenders

Says the excess rates quoted for bagging contracts was up to 4.95% against the norm of 5% limit

Harish Rao alleges major scam in integrated schools tenders

Says the excess rates quoted for bagging contracts was up to 4.95% against the norm of 5% limit

Khushi IVF centre now in Hubballi

The Hubballi centre is located at Dr. Hiregoudar Multispeciality Hospital at Rajendra Nagar in Hubballi

Mascot Vaakku Arasan launched to boost voter turnout in Erode

Mascot Vaakku Arasan launched to boost voter turnout in Erode

Sparrow conservation in focus at World Sparrow Day event in PFA Mysuru

Board games launched to spread awareness on sparrows among children

Sparrow conservation in focus at World Sparrow Day event in PFA Mysuru

Board games launched to spread awareness on sparrows among children

Tight security, drone surveillance at Akkamamba Jatara

Tight security, drone surveillance at Akkamamba Jatara

Telangana Budget FY2026-27: State steps up drive against drugs with enforcement, rehab push in budget

Kerala Assembly polls 2026: Election Learning Management System launched for training officials

Billed as the first e-learning platform of its kind in the country, eVidya is meant to be a comprehensive digital platform that streamlines the e

Kerala Assembly polls 2026: Election Learning Management System launched for training officials

Billed as the first e-learning platform of its kind in the country, eVidya is meant to be a comprehensive digital platform that streamlines the e

Election observers appointed for Villupuram district

Election observers appointed for Villupuram district

Plea to regulate poster use in government schools during elections in Coimbatore

Plea to regulate poster use in government schools during elections in Coimbatore

Consumer Goods Retail Sales in China Rise by 2.8% in January-February: Ministry of Commerce

Beijing, March 20: According to the Chinese Ministry of Commerce, total retail sales of consumer goods reached 8.61 trillion yuan during January

CM to Inaugurate FSSAI Food Testing Lab at Tirumala Today

The laboratory comes in the backdrop of past concerns over the quality of ghee supplied for laddu preparation

From free bus rides to petrol pumps, Telangana Budget puts women at centre

Hyderabad: The Congress government has proposed a whopping Rs 3,081.04 crore for the Department for Women, Children, Disabled and Senior Citizens

Tamil Nadu Assembly election: Political parties urge authorities to facilitate voting for hospitalised patients in Coimbatore

Tamil Nadu Assembly election: Political parties urge authorities to facilitate voting for hospitalised patients in Coimbatore

Ladakh Admin Orders Transfer Of 9 Headmasters, ZEOs In Education Deptt

LEH, Mar 20: The Administration of Union Territory of Ladakh has ordered the transfer and posting of 9 Headmasters and Zonal Education Officers (

It's official: Harshit Rana ruled out of entire IPL 2026

Kolkata Knight Riders face a major setback as Harshit Rana is out for IPL 2026. He sustained a knee injury during a T20 World Cup warm-up match.

30 Law Officers Promoted, Regularised In J&K Legal Service

JAMMU, Mar 20: The Jammu and Kashmir Government has ordered the promotion and regularisation of 30 In-charge Associate Law Officers/Assistant Law

Blackmailing tactics on social media akin to 'digital arrest': Supreme Court

The remark came when the Solicitor General of India (SGI) Tushar Mehta stated before a bench led by the Chief Justice of India (CJI) Surya Kant t

Global Investment Opportunities Open for Indian Investors Through GIFT City

Ahmedabad, March 20: Indian investors now have easier access to major global stock markets. In line with Prime Minister Narendra Modis vision, th

Shabbir Ali Backs Telangana Budget, Cites Focus on Welfare and Growth

Minority, youth and farmer schemes reflect an inclusive growth push

CM Omar Abdullah Extends Eid-Ul-Fitr, Nauroz Greetings To People Of J&K And Beyond

SRINAGAR, Mar 20: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah has extended warm greetings to the people of Jammu and Kashmir, as well as to those celebrating ac

Steve Boyes on Ghost Elephants: Experiencing the birthplace of science

Steve Boyes speaks of the difference between ancestral methods and scientific tracking in his quest for an undiscovered species of elephant in th

Virat Kohli unleashes stunning aerial hits as RCB prepare for IPL title defence

Virat Kohli is back in the nets for Royal Challengers Bengaluru. He is preparing for the upcoming Indian Premier League season. RCB begins its ti

West Bengal polls | List of seats going for polls in Phase 1 and 2 of elections

Polling will be held in two phases on April 23 and April 29, 2026. A total of 294 Assembly constituencies will go to the polls across the two pha

Traffic Restrictions Announced for Gangaur, Eid in Udaipur

Udaipur, March 20, 2026 (Udaipur Kiran): The Udaipur Police has issued a detailed traffic advisory for March 21 in view of Gangaur festival, Mewa

Three students drown in Godavari, two more missing

The bodies of three youths, natives of Bhadrachalam in Telangana and Madanapalle, have been recovered

Telangana Budget FY2026-27: Government allocates 11,907 crore to Home department, emphasising rehabilitation to reduce Maoist insurgency

Growth of eight core sectors halved to 2.3% in February, before West Asia crisis began

The data, released by the Ministry of Commerce and Industry, shows that domestic production of oil, gas, and petroleum products had been shrinkin

Farmers, women cautioned against cyber frauds

Farmers, women cautioned against cyber frauds

Summer special trains between Hubballi and Rameswaram

Summer special trains between Hubballi and Rameswaram

Developers launch projects in Coimbatore

Developers launch projects in Coimbatore

Whether Strait of Hormuz or any other water passage, India supports safe, free navigation: MEA

India strongly supports safe and free passage through global shipping lanes. The Strait of Hormuz is vital for world trade and energy. Prime Mini

Student climbs water tank after parents scolded her, Sub-Collector steps in

Hyderabad: A bizarre incident unfolded in Kamareddy on Thursday, March 19, when a first-year intermediate student climbed atop a 60-foot water ta

When Dev Anand made Guide in English and it failed

Hyderabad: Heres a twist even hardcore Bollywood fans might miss. The iconic Guide (1965) had an English version called The Guide, and it was nev

Laxman Sivaramakrishnan quits BCCI commentary. Former India leg-spinner alleges 'colour discrimination', fans react

Laxman Sivaramakrishnan retirement: Former India spinner Laxman Sivaramakrishnan has retired from the BCCI commentary panel after over two decade

Video: Farmers in Telangana protest over fake paddy seeds

Hyderabad: A group of farmers in Telanganas Khammam protested on Friday, March 20, as fake paddy seeds were allegedly being sold to them. The sit

Ministry Launches Campaign to Re-enroll Dropout Students, Aiming for 100% Enrollment

New Delhi, March 20: The government is set to identify children who have dropped out of school across the country. A nationwide campaign will be

What are the safety overhauls M. Chinnaswamy Stadium has seen? | Decode Karnataka

After months of uncertainty, cricket will make a comeback at the iconic M. Chinnaswamy stadium in Bengaluru on March 28.

Iran and the politics of martyrdom

By assassinating Khamenei, Larijani and others, the U.S. and Israel have elevated them, in the eyes of their supporters, to a higher realm of mar

Silver rebounds Rs 1,800/kg, gold eases Rs 650/10g in Delhi

New Delhi, Mar 20 (PTI) Silver prices rebounded by Rs 1,800 to Rs 2.40 lakh per kg while gold prices dropped by Rs 650 to Rs 1.52 lakh per 10 gra

Two arrested for illegal transportation of cattle

AIDYO seeks ban on obscene song in Kannada film KD

The Dharwad district unit of All India Democratic Youth Organisation (AIDYO) has sought an immediate ban on a song from the film Kanada film KD,

Telangana Budget FY2026-27: Government to launch spree of new schemes

Schemes range from insurance coverage to all citizens to accidental cover of 1.2 crore to staff

Governor Kavinder Gupta Addresses Key Issues from Drugs to Ladakh Development

Jammu, March 20: Governor of Himachal Pradesh, Kavinder Gupta, responded on Friday to social activist Sonam Wangchuks release from detention unde

Telangana Budget Disappoints Pensioners, Says Retired Employees Body

No PRC, DA or arrears relief announced, pensioners express disappointment

Patna's LPG Crisis Fuels Dangerous Trade in Cremation Charcoal

Medical experts warn that this practice carries severe health risks

From tulips to tea hills: 5 best spring trips from Hyderabad 2026

While the sun begins to blaze over the historic Charminar and temperatures in Hyderabad climb close to 40C, several parts of India are just enter

Nitish Kumar files nomination for JD(U) president post

JD(U) national working president Sanjay Kumar Jha submitted Mr. Kumar's nomination at the party's central office in Delhi on Thursday (March 19,

Forest fires in Kudremukh, Forest Dept. orders probe

Gudi Padwa: Welcoming Spring And New Beginnings

The original and traditional way to welcome the new year in India

Lone elephants stir fear across Chittoors inter-State border villages

Iran hits Kuwait refinery, Israel kills Iranian Guards spokesman as war rages on

TEL AVIV/DUBAI/WASHINGTON, March 20 (Reuters) Iran attacked an oil refinery in Kuwait on Friday and Israel killed a spokesman of Irans Revolutio