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The Shah Rukh Khan song that features 15+ Bollywood films

Hyderabad: Shah Rukh Khan, often called the King of Romance, has given Indian cinema some of its most iconic love stories. From Dilwale Dulhania

Prepare plan to prevent traffic congestion at Anandapuram Junction, MLA and Collector tell NHAI

They call for immediate steps and long-term strategy as traffic likely to increase with Bhogapuram airport

Tamil Nadu Assembly election 2026: Can you vote if your voter ID card has spelling mistakes?

ECI says, clerical errors, spelling mistakes, etc., in the EPIC could be ignored provided the identity of the elector can be established by the E

Top news of the day: Premium petrol prices hiked by up to 2-3/litre; fire at Kuwait refinery as Gulf states come under drone, missile attacks

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Loud singing on Bengaluru Metro: Young passengers deboarded, 14 penalised by police

A viral clip shows a group occupying the ladies coach, sitting on the floor and singing Hindi songs, in violation of norms. The video drew widesp

Meet Bharadwajan, a trained pilot, who performs the traditional Araiyar sevai in Srirangam

Bharadwajan Araiyar explains how the sacred performance tradition continues unbroken in Srirangam across centuries.

Indian killed in Saudi Arabia as Iran strikes escalate, Tehran says war will go on

The Indian Embassy in Saudi Arabia on Friday, March 20, confirmed that an Indian national was killed during recent attacks in the Kingdom on Marc

Government blocks 300 illegal gambling and betting platforms

Banned entities include sports betting portals, casino platforms offering slots and roulette, live dealer tables, betting exchanges functioning l

Prices of flats in Hyderabad real estate market may jump due to global crisis

Hyderabad: The prices of flats in Hyderabad may increase as the global shipping crisis begins to impact the real estate market. The disruption ca

Exiled Iranian writer Shahrnush Parsipur on her International Booker Prize-nominated novella

Published in 1989, the book was seen as an act of insurrection and Parsipur was jailed, while the novella was banned

China welcomes Vikram Doraiswami's appointment as India's new Envoy

Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesman Lin Jian told a media briefing that envoys are an important bridge for fostering friendly and cooperative rela

LPG shortage brings Nagapattinam boatyards to a halt; hundreds lose work

Of the four yards, one has shut down while work in the others has slowed drastically; the repair segment which engages at least 500 workers has

CMs office should not directly entertain requests for posting and transfer: Karnataka High Court

The highest authority of the State has better and more important work to perform than interfering with the transfer

Biryani to sheer khurma: The Eid dastarkhwan in Hyderabad

With Eid tomorrow, homes in Hyderabad have already awakened from the deep spiritual slumber of Ramzan, replaced by a festive electricity that pul

Dr Jitendra Conferred Lifetime Achievement Award For Medicine, Diabetes At Chennai Meet

CHENNAI, Mar 20 : Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science & Technology, Earth Sciences, and MoS PMO, Personnel, Public Grievance

J&K Govt Constitutes Technical Appraisal Committee For Vetting Of Specifications For Project Classroom Digital Board

J&K Govt Constitutes Technical Appraisal Committee For Vetting Of Specifications For Project Classroom Digital Board See Order Copy Click Here..

Kashmir Travel Mart 2026 to Boost Tourism, Says CM Omar Abdullah

Jammu and Kashmir prepares to showcase its scenic and cultural richness as around 250 stakeholders converge for the two-day event in April.

J&K Govt Constitutes Technical Panel To Review AI Use In ACB Investigations

JAMMU, Mar 20: The Jammu and Kashmir Government has constituted a Technical Appraisal Committee (TAC) to examine the proposed use of Artificial I

Happy Eid-ul-Fitr 2026 Images: 100 best Eid Mubarak wishes, quotes and messages to share

Eid Mubarak Images: Eid-ul-Fitr, a joyous occasion marking the end of Ramadan, fosters togetherness and gratitude. This year, 2026, offers a chan

BRS terms budget highly disappointing with no cheer to any section or sector

Partys Deputy Floor Leader Harish Rao says all key indicators of growth slipped compared to the previous government

Delhi CM Rekha Gupta flags off 300 EV buses, accelerates move to 6,100-strong electric fleet

Telangana Budget 2026-27| 5% increase in allocation to Minorities Welfare

The 3,769 crore allocation is 184 crore more than the financial year 2025-26

French artist Olympe Ramakrishnas exhibition in Thiruvananthapuram celebrates Malayali women away from home

Voices of the Western Coast exhibition displays on fabric the portrait of three Malayali mothers and their daughters who reside outside the State

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Naidu Orders Full Assessment of Crop Losses, Reviews LPG Supply Amid Global Tensions

Chandrababu Naidu directs officials to submit complete report on crop damages within two days and ensure uninterrupted LPG supply across the stat

Missing Woman Reunited With Family After 11 Years In J&Ks Poonch: Police

JAMMU, Mar 20: The police of Poonch district, under Police Station Surnkot, have reunited a woman from Uttar Pradesh with her family after eleven

Indian Americans Forum organizes scholarship distribution in Warangal

Hyderabad: The Indian Americans Forum (IAF) has organized a community Iftar party and scholarship distribution program for school students in War

'Trump called Somalis garbage': Durbin blasts POTUS as Minnesota witness breaks down over ICE raid

Telangana Budget: Rs 12,789 crore for transport, boost for TGSRTC, Hyderabad Metro

Hyderabad: Riding high on the Mahalakshmi Scheme, the Telangana government proposed an allocation of Rs 12,789 crore for the Transport, Roads, an

Eid al Fitr Mehndi Designs 2026: Easy and simple front hand, back hand, Arabic and Chand inspired styles to elevate your festive look

Simple mehndi designs Eid: Each style here is paired with high-quality visual examples to inspire your Eid lookwhether you prefer minimal eleganc

Why gold and silver prices are surging more than 1% today after a big crash: Gold rebounds to $4,662 and silver climbs above $72 will the rebound last or fade again?

Why gold and silver prices are surging more than 1% today after a big crash: Gold and silver prices surged over 1% today as gold hit $4,662 and s

Structural changes in blood plasma proteins may reflect earliest signs of Alzheimers disease: Study

New Delhi, Mar 20: A new type of blood test that analyses the folding of amino acids rather than their amounts may detect earliest biological sig

In Focus podcast | Why was the National Transgender Council kept in the dark about the 2026 Amendment Bill?

In this episode, Kalki Subramaniam speaks to us about why the Transgender Persons Amendment Bill has sparked protests, and how these amendments t

Stock markets recover on buying in IT, PSU bank stocks; Sensex climbs 325 points

Price of premium or higher-grade petrol on Friday (March 20, 2026) was increased by 2 per litre

India's core sector growth slows down to 2.3 per cent in February 2026

India's core industries saw slower growth in February, reaching 2.3 percent. This slowdown was mainly due to crude oil and petroleum refinery pro

China welcomes Vikram Doraiswami's appointment as India's Ambassador

India has appointed Vikram Doraiswami as its new Ambassador to China. Beijing has welcomed the veteran diplomat, expressing hope for improved bil

Dhurandhar 2 reaches Pakistan despite ban, videos go viral

Hyderabad: Aditya Dhars Dhurandhar: The Revenge, also called Dhurandhar 2, hit theatres on March 19, 2026, but the film has already landed in con

M&A activity to accelerate this year despite war disruption, Goldman Sachs says

Goldman Sachs anticipates a surge in mergers and acquisitions this year. CEO David Solomon highlighted factors like monetary easing and AI invest

Income-tax rules 2026 notified: Govt tightens compliance, makes filing simpler

New rules aim to simplify procedures while strengthening transparency, compliance, and reporting standards. A key change relates to house rent al

War Between Iran, US-Israel Coalition Will Have Consequences On Global Economy: Farooq Abdullah

SRINAGAR, Mar 20: National Conference president Farooq Abdullah on Friday said that the war between Iran and the US-Israel coalition needs to com

ATM error took Rs 10,000 from Surat man. 9 years later, that glitch won him Rs 3.28 lakh

A consumer court in Surat has ordered Bank of Baroda to pay over Rs 3 lakh to a customer after it failed to refund Rs 10,000 from a failed ATM wi

Puducherry Assembly election: Chief Minister N. Rangasamy files nomination from two constituencies

Several Ministers in the current Cabinet including A. Namassivayam and John Kumar, Speaker R. Selvam, Congress and DMK MLAs also filed their nomi

Indian national killed in Riyadh amid West Asia conflict, MEA confirms

An Indian national has died in Riyadh following recent security incidents on March 18, the MEA confirmed. India is coordinating with Saudi author

Wallpaper trends 2026: Botanicals, handmade designs transform Indian homes

Collections by Nilaya by Asian Paints, Sabyasachi and Kalakaari Haath reflect a shift towards foliage motifs and craft-led surfaces

LG Tarunjeet Singh Sandhu Discusses Developed Delhi 2047 with PM Modi

New Delhi, March 20: Delhis Lieutenant Governor Tarunjeet Singh Sandhu met with Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday to share insights on the v

Uttam Nagar violence: Mehbooba Mufti seeks PM Modi's intervention ahead of Id

Mehbooba Mufti urged the Prime Minister and Union Home Minister Amit Shah to intervene efore the situation worsens, leading to loss of innocent

Salaried employees in Hyderabad can now claim HRA exemption of up to 50 pc

Hyderabad: Bringing significant tax relief to salaried employees, the Central Board of Direct Taxes on Friday, March 20, notified the rules for t

Aadu 3 movie review: Flogging a dead goat through multiple timelines

Despite its ambitious scope and comedic potential, the nearly three-hour movie only offers a series of character introductions rather than a cohe

Jharkhand Congress Expels Former Minister Yogendra Sahu Over Comments Against Chief Minister

Ranchi, March 20: The Jharkhand Pradesh Congress Committee has expelled former minister and prominent leader Yogendra Sahu from the party for thr

TMC Election Manifesto 2026: Mamata Banerjee releases key promise list ahead of Assembly polls

TMC manifesto West Bengal elections 2026: TMC Chief Mamata Banerjee has released the party manifesto for the upcoming West Bengal Assembly Electi

Indian killed in Riyadh due to recent events of March 18, says Embassy

The Indian embassy said that it is in contact with the deceaseds family and local authorities but the circumstances regarding the Indian national

Hail..Headless Hydra: Why Iran is not surrendering even after killing of 15 top leaders, US' $11 billion+ blowout, 16 aircraft losses

Iran's Revolutionary Guard spokesperson was killed in joint US-Israeli strikes, adding to a list of high-profile assassinations. Despite these lo

Jalukbari: How Himanta Biswa Sarma's 25-Year Fortress Stays Unshakeable

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma's dominance here is rooted in a long and steady political journey.

Telangana Budget 2026-27| 10.4% of total outlay allocated to Rural Development dept, 2,083 crore more than 2025-26

Discover the Natural Beauty and Culture of Lunglei, Mizoram

New Delhi, March 20: As summer approaches, planning for the June-July holidays begins months in advance. If you wish to experience nature, trekki

Why has Madras High Court ordered eradication of seemai karuvelam? | Explained

Why is prosopis juliflora considered harmful? When did the court begin to crack the whip? What prevented the implementation of a series of orders

Looking Back, We Felt We Needed To Add More To Bowling : Rishabh Pant

Bharat Arun can contribute lot in bowling area : Rishabh Pant

IEA Report Reveals Oil Prices Surpass $100 Amid Shipping Halt

IEA report reveals the Israel-Iran conflict's major impact on the global oil market, causing one of history's worst supply disruptions.

Crescent Moon, Venus light up Equinox skies: When and how to watch the celestial show this weekend

The equinox, occurring on March 20 this year, marks the point when day and night are nearly equal worldwide. Astronomically, it happens as the Su

Assam assembly elections: TMC reveals 18 star campaigners for polls; Mamata, Abhishek lead list

West Bengal TMC campaigners list: The Trinamool Congress has unveiled its list of 18 star campaigners for the upcoming Assam Assembly elections.

Startup news and updates: Daily roundup (March 20, 2026)

YourStory presents the daily news roundup from the Indian startup ecosystem and beyond. Here's the roundup for Friday, March 20, 2026.

World Down Syndrome Day: Together Against Loneliness for a Brighter Future

New Delhi, March 20: March 21 is not just a date on the calendar; it carries a message of awareness and support. Every year, this day is celebrat

EC directs political parties to get advertisements pre-certified

Besides, the Commission has directed candidates to share the details of their authentic social media accounts in their affidavits at the time of

'You're FBI chief and YOU KNOW NOTHING?': Kash Patel grilled over ousted Iran counterterror agents

Panel urges Centre to fill 12 vacant law officer posts urgently

A parliamentary committee has raised concerns over the shortage of additional solicitors general in high courts, warning it could impact the Cent

Indian National Killed in Saudi Arabia Due to 'Recent Events of March 18', Says Embassy

The embassy said that it is in contact with the deceased's family and local authorities. We remain committed to extending all possible assistance

High-risk environment: India warns airlines to avoid Saudi Arabia, 10 other airspaces

Hyderabad: Indias aviation regulator has asked airlines to avoid flying through 11 high-risk airspaces across the Middle East, citing a high-risk

Telangana budget 2026-27 allocates Rs 26,674 crore for education sector

Hyderabad: Deputy Chief Minister and Finance MinisterMallu Bhatti Vikramarkaon Friday, March 20, allocated Rs 26,674 crore to the education secto

The hidden cost of free: Why open source hits a wall at enterprise scale

As Indian enterprises push GenAI workloads into production, the open-source-versus-enterprise debate has a new and more urgent dimension: governa

Govt convenes `Suraksha Sankalp Karyashala` to strengthen district HIV responses

The Ministry of Health and Family Welfare convened the `Suraksha Sankalp Karyashala` workshop in New Delhi to strengthen district-level HIV/AIDS

BSEB Class 12 Result 2026 Expected Anytime Soon, Here's How To Check, Direct Link

BSEB Class 12 Result 2026: Students are advised to keep their roll codes ready and regularly check official portals for the most accurate updates

How PECDA is showing up for contemporary dance

At a time when institutionally backed showcase platforms are disappearing, PECDA is helping keep contemporary dance in India alive

Enhanced Security Measures for Eid-ul-Fitr Celebrations Across India

New Delhi, March 20: As the nation prepares to celebrate Eid-ul-Fitr, security arrangements have been tightened across various regions. This come

Florida Man Clarifies After Going Viral For Resemblance To Jeffrey Epstein

He added that the situation has changed his daily life, with strangers recognising him in public and asking for photographs.

Access vs Quality: Are We Asking the Wrong Question on School Closures in India?

The question we should be asking is if public schools today are capable of delivering meaningful education.

Eid namaz time in India: Check city-wise prayer timings for Delhi, Lucknow, Hyderabad, Srinagar and other cities

Eid Namaz time Delhi, Lucknow 2026: Eid Al Fitr 2026 prayers will commence early morning across India, with timings varying by city due to local

CBSE announces assessment scheme for Class 10 West Asia students after exam cancellations

West Asia students results will be declared along with other students, and they will have the option to improve marks through second board exams,

Uttarakhand HC refuses to quash FIR against Mohammed Deepak

Dehradun: The Uttarakhand High Court on Friday, March 20, refused to quash the first information report (FIR) filed against Deepak Kumar, more po

Dhurandar 2 Will Scare the Living Hell Out of Every Filmmaker: RGV

When the audience of Dhurandhar 2 saw a hero whose power comes from his mind and not his biceps, the hair and costume school of cinema will look

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Trikala Set for Release on April 24, Featuring Mahendran and Shraddha Das in a Battle Against Evil

Chennai, March 20: The South Indian film industry is witnessing a strong response to spiritual and supernatural stories. When these narratives bl

After Unusually Warm Winter, Kashmir Enjoys Below-Normal Day Temperatures; Good News For Crops

Srinagar, Mar 20: After experiencing an unusually warm winter, Kashmir is now witnessing below-normal daytime temperatures due to recent rains an

Bhagwant Mann Inaugurates Tata Steel's Rs 3,200-Crore Facility In Punjab

Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann on Friday inaugurated Tata Steel's state-of-the-art scrap-based electric arc furnace built with an investment

Conflict Of Interest: Chief Justice Recuses From Poll Body Appointments Case

A bench was hearing petitions on the non-inclusion of the Chief Justice of India in the panel which selects the Chief Election Commissioner and E

Chiraiya series review: Divya Dutta uplifts the rough edges of this timely take-down of marital rape

Through its accessible storytelling, the show offers a sharp portrayal of patriarchy and its impact on families, even though the presentation lac

Serious Criminal Case Unfolds in Noida: Man Arrested for Exploitation and Coercion

Noida, March 20: In a significant criminal case, police in Gautam Buddh Nagar have arrested a wanted suspect. The accused faces serious allegatio

Village Development Officer Held Taking 4,000 Bribe in Dungarpur

Jaipur, March 20 (Udaipur Kiran): The Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) has arrested a Village Development Officer in Dungarpur while accepting a brib

1.5 Lakh Farmers Hit As Rule To Fix Errors Used To Usurp Land In Maharashtra

Revenue Minister Chandrashekhar Bawankule termed it a grave offence and acknowledged on the floor of the House that a major administrative lapse

Inside Pawan Kalyans Jubilee Hills home and serene farmhouse

Hyderabad: Actor-politician Pawan Kalyan is currently in the spotlight with the release of his latest film Ustaad Bhagat Singh, which hit theatre

Kerala polls: Amid reports of rift in Congress, V.D. Satheesan says seat-sharing done without discord

Keralas Opposition Leader says UDF will return to power with over 100 seats despite sustained campaign of fake news targeting the Congress