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U.S. judge blocks Pentagon's Anthropic blacklisting for now

U.S. Defense Secretary Hegseths unprecedented move, which followed Anthropics refusal to allow the military to use AI chatbot Claude for U.S. sur

Morning Digest: Trump extends deadline for Iran to open Strait of Hormuz to April 6; trade deal with India close, gaps remain, says U.S. official, and more

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Senior commander of Hezbollah anti-tank array Mohammad Bashir eliminated, says IDF

Israel Defense Forces eliminated Hassan Mohammad Bashir, a senior Hezbollah commander. They also struck Iran's IRGC Navy, eliminating its command

China's top chipmaker has supplied chipmaking tech to Iran military, US officials say

China's top chipmaker, SMIC, supplied chipmaking tools to Iran's military. This development occurred about a year ago. US officials revealed this

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Trump extends pause on striking Iranian energy plants by 10 days; Tehran dismisses proposal

President Trump announced a 10-day pause on attacks against Iran's energy plants, citing ongoing very well talks, though Iran dismissed a U.S. pr

Mass funeral held for victims of Kabul drug centre strike

KABUL, March 26: A second mass funeral was held in Kabul on Thursday for victims of a Pakistani airstrike that struck the Omid Addiction Treatmen

Iran-Israel war highlights: Trump delays Strait of Hormuz deadline as Wall Street has biggest loss of war

A day after Tehran dismissed Trumps 15-point ceasefire plan, the President said Iran was begging to make a deal and urged its leaders to get seri

Quote of the day by Halle Berry: 'When I was a kid, my mother told me that if you could not be a good loser, then theres no way you could be a good winner.' Life lessons by Academy Award winning female actor

Quote of the day by Halle Berry highlights life lessons about winning and losing. This explainer covers quote of the day meaning, quote of the da

Def Leppard kicks off India tour in Shillong with electrifying rock show

Nagaland-born Trance Effect opens the evening with a thrilling performance By Our Reporter Shillong witnessed a landmark night for rock music as

Aditya Dhar: Viral Ranveer smoking in turban photos are fabricated

Filmmaker Aditya Dhar dismissed circulating images of Ranveer Singh smoking while wearing a turban in Dhurandhar 2 as fabricated and created with

Celine Dion set to perform in Paris after Olympic return

Celine Dion is set to make a highly anticipated return to Paris for autumn concerts at the 40,000-capacity La Dfense Arena, two years after her s

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Work ethic, not talent, defines me, says Anne Hathaway Hollywood actress Anne Hathaway says she feels defined by her work ethic rather than talen

SC: Vague allegations no basis for dowry case

The Supreme Court has ruled that vague and unsupported allegations are insufficient to initiate criminal proceedings, quashing a dowry harassment

SC: For requisitioned vehicles, govt to pay 3rd party damages

The Supreme Court ruled that if a private vehicle is requisitioned by a district administration and meets with an accident, the government, not t

India backs focus on Global South in WTO reforms

New Delhi, March 26: India came out strongly on Thursday for WTO reforms to be carried out through a transparent, inclusive and member-driven pro

Trump's Signature To Appear Paper Currency In 1st For Sitting President

The US Treasury Department plans to put President Donald Trump's signature on all new US paper currency, the agency announced on Thursday.

Too many meds in old age? Cutting back could be safe

Elderly individuals, especially those frail or with limited life expectancy, may no longer need all their long-term medications. A global review

Freight surge, LPG shortage amid W Asia crisis hit exports from east India

Kolkata, March 26: The West Asia crisis has pushed freight costs for Europe-bound cargo up by 60-80 per cent, with exports falling by as much as

Iran hands Hormuz pass to India, Pak, Russia, China, Iraq

Iran has permitted India to use the Strait of Hormuz, allowing 20 Indian cargo vessels and 18 LPG tankers to pass. This decision, following diplo

Thought of the day by Robert Frost: 'The world is full of willing people, some willing to work, the rest willing to let them.'

Thought of the day by Robert Frost focuses on work, responsibility and social behavior. The quote explains how some people take action while othe

India high on compound archers strong show, recurve team disappoints in Asia Cup Stage 1

BANGKOK, March 26: There was no stopping the dominant run of Indias compound archers as the top-seeded mixed team pair of Rajat Chauhan and Chiki

I have unfinished business at Asian Games: Mirabai Chanu

RAIPUR, March 26: Medalling at the Asian Games remains the one milestone Mirabai Chanu is desperate to achieve this year, with the Tokyo Olympics

Withdrawal of Futile Treatment is Not Passive Euthanasia A Medical Ethical View

J Charles Davis davischarlesj76@gmail.com May Harish Rana live in eternal peace. Harish Rana passed away at the Palliative Care Unit of the AIIMS

Strategic petroleum reserves- an option or necessity

Sushant The Pandavas were in their 12th year of exile in Kamyaka Forest when Rishi Durvasa, known for his volatile temper and tendency to curse,

Understanding Impact of Global Tensions on India and J&K

Taresh Gupta tareshgupta042@gmail.com There was a time, not very long ago, when the global economy felt like a well-oiled machine. Goods moved ac

Media delegation from Jammu interacts with Chikankari artisans

Excelsior Correspondent LUCKNOW, March 26 : As part of the 5-day media tour organised by the Press Information Bureau (PIB), the media delegation

US Deploys Uncrewed Drone Boats In Conflict With Iran

The United States has deployed uncrewed drone speedboats for patrols as part of its operations against Iran, the Pentagon said.

Bioinnovate-2026 begins at CSIR-IIIM; potential startups receive seed funding

Excelsior Correspondent SRINAGAR, Mar 26: The two-day flagship event Bioinnovate-2026 commenced at the CSIR-Indian Institute of Integrative Medic

We are keen to see de-escalation: British envoy Lindy Cameron on West Asia situation

NEW DELHI, Mar 26 : British High Commissioner to India Lindy Cameron on Thursday said the UK is keen to see de-escalation in West Asia and eventu

20th J&K UT Fencing Cship 2025-26 concludes

*District Jammu bags overall Cship in Mens, Womens sections Excelsior Sports Correspondent JAMMU, Mar 26: The 20th J&K UT Fencing Championship 20

Will be forced to shut petrol pumps if panicking, crowding continue: CM

No shortage of fuel, LPG, essential items Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Mar 26: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today warned people to refrain from

Omar unveils Jammu Marathon Expo

*Our endeavour is to integrate wellness & sports events in our tourism packages: CM Excelsior Sports Correspondent JAMMU, Mar 26: Chief Minister

Union Minister Pradhan pushes decolonisation of language, holistic education at Mysuru conference

MYSURU (Karnataka), Mar 26: Union Minister Dharmendra Pradhan on Thursday said that a strong emphasis has been placed on the decolonisation of la

Andhra bus fire tragedy: 14 persons burnt to death, several injured, Prez, PM condole deaths

RAYAVARAM (Andhra Pradesh), Mar 26: At least 14 passengers, including a five-month-old infant were killed on Thursday after a private bus collide

Nayara hikes petrol by Rs 5/L, diesel by Rs 3

LG pays obeisance at Bawe Wali Mata Temple

Excelsior Correspondent Jammu, Mar 26: The Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Thursday paid obeisance at the Holy Bawe Wali Mata Temple in Jammu.

India crush Pakistan 3-0 to enter semis of SAFF U20 Championship

MALE, Mar 26: Led by Omang Dodums brace, India delivered a strong performance to crush Pakistan 3-0 and advance to the semifinals of the SAFF U-2

Vaishnaw flags harm to kids from social media

Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw highlighted the global challenge of social media's adverse effects on children. He also discussed the significant

Quote of the day by George McGovern: 'Im fed up to the ears with old men dreaming up wars for young men to die in.' Life lessons by American politician who was a Democratic candidate for US presidency in 1972

Quote of the day by George McGovern highlights war, leadership, and youth sacrifice. This quote of the day today explains the quote of the day me

India has begun process to take a leap from 5G to 6G: Scindia

India is actively participating in global discussions for 6G technology standards, a significant shift from previous generations. Communication M

PM Modi To Attend G7 Summit In France From June 15 To 17

and had participated in the AI Impact Summit 2026.

Trump's name on every U.S. dollar? The US Treasury announces historic change for 250th anniversaryhere's what you need to know

The US Treasury Department will soon feature President Donald Trump's signature on all new American paper currency. This marks a significant depa

No shortage of oil and gas, won't impose curbs: Govt

The government has ruled out restrictions on petrol and diesel sales, assuring citizens of ample oil and gas availability and robust import arran

PM Modi to meet CMs today on West Asia conflict preparedness

Prime Minister Modi is set to convene a video conference with Chief Ministers, excluding those from poll-bound states, to assess national readine

Trade deal not far-off, but there are still gaps: U.S. official

One of the gaps in India-U.S. discussions, as per the U.S. official, is around pulses, with India seeking to safeguard the market for this agricu

It's An Option: Trump On Taking Control Of Iran's Oil Amid Tensions

US President Donald Trump said that taking control of Iran's oil supply remains an option, although he did not elaborate when asked about the pos

Media contribution key in building Viksit Bharat: PM Modi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi highlighted the media's crucial role in fostering public awareness and national unity at the Times Now Summit 2026.

Balwant receives top honour in Amritsar

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Mar 26: The legendary theatre director and playwright Balwant Thakur was honoured today at the 26th National Theat

Court frames charges against former MS Sarwal Hospital in medical shop scam

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Mar 26: In an anti-corruption case linked to the allotment of a Fair Price Medical Shop at Government Hospital Sar

AIIMS Jammu performs 1st-ever bilateral breast interstitial brachytherapy

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Mar 26: The Department of Radiation Oncology at All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) Jammu has successf

India among 5 nations granted passage by Iran

TEHRAN/NEW DELHI, Mar 26: Iran allowed India and a number of other friendly nations including China and Russia to use the Strait of Hormuz for co

Sri Lankan scholar visits SMVDU, explores academic collaborations

Excelsior Correspondent KATRA, Mar 26: Shri Mata Vaishno Devi University (SMVDU) had the privilege of hosting Dr Medha de Alwis, a distinguished

West Asia crisis: Congress again attacks government's foreign policy

Congress criticized the Modi government's foreign policy, stating that he self-styled Vishwaguru's diplomacy has transformed a roken country in

Bhushan, Agnihotri announce new film Operation Sindoor

MUMBAI, Mar 26: Bhushan Kumar and Vivek Ranjan Agnihotri today announced their new film Operation Sindoor, which, they said, draws inspiration fr

SMVDNSH Governing Body reviews hospital functioning, future plan

Excelsior Correspondent KATRA, Mar 26: The 71st meeting of the Governing Body (GB) of SMVD Narayana Superspeciality Hospital (SMVDNSH), Kakryal (

Dowry claims lives of thousands, do not give bail for such deaths mechanically: SC

The Supreme Court has cautioned high courts against granting bail in dowry death cases, deeming a Patna High Court order unsustainable. The bench

Iran-India fuel trade begins after strait open sesame. Traffic of 'friendly' India can pass, says Araghchi; first LPG cargo due this week

Indian refiners are resuming purchases of Iranian crude oil and LPG following the temporary lifting of US sanctions, aiming to offset supply disr

Gulf crisis: British Airways and SWISS add India flights

Foreign airlines are boosting India routes as Gulf carriers scale back operations. SWISS is adding a second daily flight to Delhi, while British

Fewer flights, no fare caps: Domestic airfares set to soar

Domestic air travel is poised for a significant price increase this summer, mirroring international flight costs. A 12% reduction in weekly domes

Poll inducement seizures cross 400 crore: EC

Poll inducements worth over Rs 400 crore have been seized across poll-bound states and UTs since February 26. This includes significant amounts o

President urged not to grant assent to transgender bill

Over 140 legal professionals and activists have urged President Murmu to reject the Transgender Persons (Protection of Rights) Amendment Bill, 20

Delhi leads state-wise donations to national parties, shows ADR analysis

Delhi leads national parties in donations for FY 2024-25, contributing Rs 2,639.4 crore. Maharashtra and Gujarat follow with significant contribu

Trump Delays Strait of Hormuz Deadline as Wall Street has Biggest Loss of War

The war has killed more than 1,900 people in Iran and nearly 1,100 in Lebanon, 22 Israelis and 13 U.S. military members, as well as a number of c

Telangana: Tension in Nirmal after doctor manhandled, protesters demand arrests

Hyderabad:Tension gripped Gandhi Circle in the Two Town police station area of Telanganas Nirmal on Thursday evening, March 26, after a doctor wa

Bank fraud: CBI files case against 2 ex-directors of Reliance Telecom

CBI has registered a bank fraud case against former Reliance Telecom directors Satish Seth and Gautam Doshi, along with public servants, followin

Oil Climbs, Stocks Slide as Iran War Uncertainty Reigns

Markets had been buoyed at the start of this week by Trump saying that strikes targeting Iran's energy infrastructure would be postponed, adding

Iran Conflict Claims Over 1,500 Lives and Displaces 3.2 Million

Tehran, March 27: The ongoing conflict in Iran, sparked by airstrikes from the United States and Israel, has resulted in over 1,500 fatalities, a

India, China neighbours that can't be parted: Beijing envoy

China's envoy to India, Xu Feihong, asserted that India and China's progress stems from their people's efforts, not external aid, subtly counteri

BJP Accuses Congress and CPI-M of Vote Bank Politics Ahead of Kerala Elections

New Delhi, March 27: The political landscape in Kerala is heating up as BJP leader Anil Antony has accused the Congress and CPI-M of engaging in

Sunil Chaurasia Claims Victory at Alpha Sports Academy Golf Championship 2026

Patna, March 27: Sunil Chaurasia made a remarkable comeback after a long injury layoff, winning the Alpha Sports Academy Golf Championship 2026,

Plogging: The New Global Trend Merging Fitness, Friendship, and Environmental Care

New Delhi, March 27: A new trend is rapidly gaining traction in the fitness world. This trend not only focuses on physical health but also aims t

NHB Launches Grih Sugam Portal for Defense and Government Personnel

New Delhi, March 27: The National Housing Bank (NHB), established by the Government of India to promote affordable housing finance, has launched

Indian Defense Ministry Unveils Security Framework for Indigenous Drones

New Delhi, March 27: The Indian Defense Ministry has taken a significant step towards enhancing the security of indigenous drones. As drones beco

Main Shooter Arrested in Punjab University Shooting Incident

Chandigarh, March 27: The main shooter involved in the recent shooting incident at Punjab University has been arrested. The Anti-Gangster Task Fo

Kerala Assembly polls 2026: Bitter battle for nine seats that can turn electoral fortunes

The LDF, the UDF and the NDA are locked in three-cornered fights in the constituencies of Nemom, Kazhakkoottam, Vattiyoorkkavu, Aranmula, Pala, T

Shubman Gill Focuses on Team Success Ahead of IPL 2026

Ahmedabad, March 27: Shubman Gill, captain of the Gujarat Titans, stated that he feels no pressure to prove himself in the upcoming Indian Premie

Tamil Nadus Nitish Kumar or assertive chief? Edappadi Palaniswami confronts a battle of perceptions

DMK claims AIADMK is subservient to the Modi government, framing the Assembly election as Tamil Nadu vs Delhi; BJP leaders avoid naming Mr. Palan

Danish Azad Ansari Criticizes Rahul Gandhis Commitment to National Development

Lucknow, March 27: Danish Azad Ansari, a minister in the Uttar Pradesh government, has sharply criticized Rahul Gandhi, the Leader of the Opposit

Explosion Destroys School in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan

Islamabad, March 27: A bomb explosion in the village of Ghora, located in the Bannu district of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan, has resulted in the

An elderly person carries an LPG cylinder amid the West Asia crisis in Guwahati

An elderly person carries an LPG cylinder amid the West Asia crisis in Guwahati on Thursday. (UB)

DC Edit I Bengal SIR: EC Is PlayingAround With Right to Vote

The first phase of the election covers 152 Assembly constituencies. The gazette notification for this phase will be issued on March 30, 2026.

LPG buffer hits zero: Govt admits 20% cut in commercial supply

Our Bureau SHILLONG, March 26: Meghalayas fuel security is walking a tightrope as the state government admitted on Thursday that the surplus buff

Three Arrested in Gwalior Shooting Incident, Elderly Woman Seriously Injured

Gwalior, March 27: In a shocking incident, the Behati police in Gwalior have arrested three individuals for allegedly firing shots from a moving

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Opp challenges KHADC to revive stalled 2018 electoral amendment

The 2018 amendment was designed to overhaul the entire Assam & Meghalaya (Constitution of District Councils) Rules framework By Our Reporter SHIL

How poll-bound States draw women through cash transfers

How much can a qualifying woman or household from each of these States earn per month from a possible combination of the direct benefit transfer

'Putin is a war criminal?': Rep Keating vs Trump official gets HEATED over Russian Prez question

HC strikes down states move to slash liquor retail margins

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, March 26: The High Court of Meghalaya has quashed the state governments attempt to squeeze liquor retailers, ruling tha

Essential Hair Care Tips for the Summer Heat

New Delhi, March 27: The summer season has officially begun, bringing with it rising temperatures that are starting to take a toll. The scorching