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Government modifies Mutual Credit Guarantee Scheme to support MSME manufacturers, exporters

According to the modified scheme, the credit guarantee would expire after 10 years, as compared to the unspecified period in the earlier scheme

Experience Guuranda: Celebrated Narungga stories from Australia come to Chennai

Your weekend plans in Chennai ought to include a viewing of Guuranda, a unique show by Australian First Nations artist Jacob Boehme, KM Music Con

Centre removes caps on airfares after three months

The removal of the caps, introduced when widespread cancellation of IndiGo flights triggered a spike in fares, comes at a time when West Asia con

Salem South constituency: people want traffic congestion, mosquito menace,and drinking water issues addressed

KLU releases Management Aptitude Test results

The university will conduct an entrance examination for engineering courses for three days from March 27

Anaya Bangar Thanks Father After Successful Gender-Affirming Surgery in Thailand

New Delhi, March 21: Anaya Bangar, daughter of former Indian all-rounder Sanjay Bangar, has successfully undergone gender-affirming surgery in Th

Religious fervour and prayers for harmony mark Eid-Ul-Fitr

Andhra Pradesh Governor S. Abdul Nazeer conveys Eid greetings; Eidgah Committee calls for promotion of humanity over caste and religious differen

Supreme Court concerned over cops uploading videos online, says poses threat to fair trial

The senior counsel flagged the recent trend of police posting the images of accused persons being handcuffed, tied by ropes, paraded, forced to k

Congress Raises Net Debt of Rs 15,000 in 2 years, refinanced Rs 3.04 lakh crore BRS Loans

Telanganas debt rises amid heavy repayments, interest burden

Use Water Responsibly During Summer: GVMC

GVMC is preparing a comprehensive Water Security Plan

Nagaland By-Election: Multi-Cornered Contest Set for April 9 in Koridang

Kohima, March 21: The Koridang assembly constituency in Mokokchung district of Nagaland is gearing up for a multi-cornered by-election on April 9

Bejjur Police Arrest 3 For Forcing Adivasi Women Into Marriages

Three held for forcing Adivasi women into marriages

Support Development-Oriented Governance: Minister

The minister inaugurated development works worth 3.48 crore in Palakollu constituency and highlighted the governments focus on welfare and infras

Tamil Nadu elections: From Delhi to Chennai, NDA push to seal deal on seats

Seat-sharing talks within the NDA in Tamil Nadu have intensified after the Assembly election announcement, with allies moving closer to a final d

Urgent Call for Peace in the Middle East: Rita Bahuguna Joshi Highlights Humanitarian and Economic Concerns

Lucknow, March 21: Amid ongoing tensions in the Middle East, senior leader of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), Rita Bahuguna Joshi, has describe

Ranjona Banerji | Feel The Pinch? Dont Ya Dare Whine About LPG

And then there are those geniuses who jump straight into the in my day we had no piped or cylinder gas stories

Police warn people against APK downloads, suspicious links

Process of issuance of PRs to FMGs begins in Andhra Pradesh

Around 30 graduates who approached the High Court on the delay have received PRs from March 12 till date; uncertainty continues as the APMC asks

IIT Madras launches M.Tech and MA programmes in frontier technologies and governance

The programmes have been designed to equip students with interdisciplinary skills and knowledge to address challenges in the fields of governance

IPL 2026 Countdown: Rajasthan Royals has the task of filling Sanju Samsons big shoes

The young batters should fire in unison to ensure the former captains absence isnt felt; skipper Parag has a tough job on his hands; the addition

BJP Steps Up Review After GHMC Split

BJP ramps up organisation in Hyderabad amid GHMC trifurcation

Grounded Over Weight: Air India Tightens Fitness Norms For Cabin Crew

Non-compliance with the new standards could lead to de-rostering, grounding, and loss of pay for the affected personnel.

Indias Growing Importance to Bangladesh Amid Supply Chain Crisis

New Delhi, March 21: Amid global supply chain disruptions, Indias significance to Bangladesh has surged considerably. Although extensive discussi

Amrut Works Near Completion in Kavali

Dinakar reiterated the governments commitment to providing clean drinking water and accelerating development works in line with public expectatio

Top Ten Books Of The Week 18.3.2026

Wild Capital; Author : Neha Sinha

Hyderabad: Id ul Fitr Celebrations Highlight Unity in City

At Champapet, Hindu representative Subhramanyam spoke of peace and unity, while Sikh leader Satvinder Singh Bagga highlighted Guru Nanaks teachin

Hana Moataz and Abhay Singh Secure Final Spots at Indian Open

Mumbai, March 21: Hana Moataz and Abhay Singh have made their mark by securing spots in the finals of the Indian Open after impressive performanc

28,000 Chilli Bags Damaged in Cold Storage Fire

Police said a large quantity of the stored produce was damaged. The extent of loss is yet to be assessed by the management.

ISL | First-half blitz helps Punjab FC drub Kerala Blasters FC

Newborn Girl Found Abandoned In Bushes in Asifabad

A newborn girl was found abandoned in bushes on the outskirts of Seethangar in Vallagonda gram panchayat of Kagaznagar mandal in Komaram Bheem As

Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma Visits Thiruvananthapuram for BJP Nominations

Mumbai, March 21: Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma arrived in Thiruvananthapuram on Saturday as part of his tour during the ongoing assembly elec

Trump eases oil sanctions on Iran, says Hormuz should be guarded by other nations

U.S. lifts sanctions on Iranian oil already loaded onto ships to increase the supply of oil and ease rocketing prices; Mr. Trump says U.S. is ver

CM reviews Bhadrachalam temple development plans

Special Committees Formed to Tackle Stray Dog Issue in Vijayawada

The committees will work at the ward level to handle complaints and coordinate measures to manage stray dog concerns.

ISL | Back at home, Chennaiyin FC eyes improved attacking display against FC Goa

Tribals near Tirupattur town threaten to boycott polls due to lack of basic facilities

Lack of good roads affects bus services, ambulances and access to healthcare, say residents

Three persons arrested for killing a trader in Tiruvannamalai

The victim was stabbed by the suspect after the two were disputing a financial issue

Water Ganga Conservation Campaign Transforms Water Structures in Madhya Pradesh

Bhopal, March 21: The Water Ganga Conservation Campaign has officially launched in Madhya Pradesh. This initiative aims to revitalize various wat

Man Arrested For Raping 14-Year-Old Girl In UP: Cops

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Power distribution companies in Delhi, Noida emerge top performers in government survey

Mumbai, Delhi, and Noida power companies lead in performance for 2024-25. Adani Electricity Mumbai, TPDDL, and NPCL secured top positions. Delhi'

Supreme Court Questions Further Action In Sandesara Case After Rs 5,100 Crore Settlement

The Supreme Court also heard lenders led by State Bank of India regarding the distribution of the deposited funds.

2027 Social Security COLA could be one of the biggest in 25 years - heres how much you could get, and the catch

Social Security recipients might see a significant cost-of-living adjustment in 2027, potentially one of the largest in 25 years, driven by risin

Astroguide for Sunday, March 22, 2026

Tithi: Chaitra Shukla Chavithi till 9.16 pm

BJP Organizes Night Training Camps for Workers Across 11 Districts in Delhi

New Delhi, March 21: The Delhi unit of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) organized night training camps for party workers across 11 districts on S

Ailing Man Abandoned At Crematorium In Jagtial

According to locals, he was found lying in a weak condition at the crematorium premises. Ramu, a local resident, noticed him and alerted 108 ambu

Ministers Talks Fail To Soften Jeevan Reddy

Senior Congress leader and MLC T. Jeevan Reddy expressed dissatisfaction despite mediation efforts by party leaders on Saturday

Indias gem, jewellery sector shows resilience

Mr. Bhansali said reaching 2.28 lakh crore in exports with over 4% growth between April 2025 and February 2026, despite a 44% dip in traditional

T.N. Assembly elections: Election observers appointed for Vellore, nearby districts

The officers are from the Indian Administrative Service and the Indian Revenue Service

Rains Unsettle Telangana Mango Crop

Experts stress that careful orchard management can still salvage the crop. Farmers are advised to avoid watering now and focus on fruit retention

Tragic Hippo Attack Claims Life of Young Veterinarian in Karnataka

Bengaluru, March 21: The family of a young veterinarian who lost her life during a hippo treatment in Shivamogga has accused officials of neglige

Not America first, America alone: Grace Meng slams Trump over illegal Iran war; $2.2bn UN debt

China Possibly Rerouted Exports To US Via Third Countries, Including India: WTO

The increase in Chinese exports to Asian countries, including India, and in turn their exports to the US points towards possible rerouting of tra

Telangana to Focus on Residential Education

Mahatma Jyotiba Phule Telangana Backward Classes Welfare Residential Educational Institutions Society runs 327 institutions.

Indira Mahila Shakti canteen goes into legal tussle in Telangana

Hyderabad: In a strange case, the Telangana High Court has issued directions to main status quo, preventing the Jangaon district administration f

Rajesh Ramesh Shines with Gold at Indian Open 400m Race

Thiruvananthapuram, March 21: Rajesh Ramesh, a 27-year-old international quarter-miler from Tamil Nadu, showcased his dominance at the seasons fi

Trumps Iran war drive exposes limits of Yes sir cabinet

The report says Donald Trumps decision to go to war with Iran in his second term reflects stronger personal control, with less resistance from hi

Special prayers mark Eid-ul-Fitr celebrations in Madurai

Government complains about backlog, but feeds it too as the biggest litigant, says Supreme Court judge Nagarathna

The state is expected to litigate with restraint and be a model litigator, but that does not happen. It goes on litigating until the end

Kerala Assembly polls 2026: UDF extends support to four rebel CPI(M) independents; inducts NJD

UDF would back G Sudhakaran, who is contesting in Ambalappuzha constituency, P K Sasi in Ottapalam, T K Govindan in Taliparamba, and V Kunhikrish

West Asia crisis must be resolved through dialogue and diplomacy: Defence Minister Rajnath Singh

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh emphasized that the West Asian conflict is a global concern requiring dialogue and diplomacy for resolution. He hi

TTV Dhinakaran Meets Amit Shah to Strategize for Tamil Nadu Elections

New Delhi, March 21: TTV Dhinakaran, the General Secretary of the Amma Makkal Munnetra Kazhagam (AMMK), met with Union Home Minister Amit Shah on

Woman's Premium Rickshaw With Fan, Charging Sparks Peak Bengaluru Talk

Social media users were amazed to see the premium auto. Users praised the auto rickshaw driver for his creativity.

Haryana Dominates National Para Athletics Championship with 39 Gold Medals

Bhubaneswar, March 21: The 24th National Para Athletics Championship 2026, held in Bhubaneswar, Odisha from March 17 to 21, showcased Haryanas do

Yashaswinis birthday gift for long-time coach

Kerala polls: 4 LDF Ministers declare assets of 2 crore each

Ministers K.N. Balagopal, V. Sivankutty, R. Bindu and Roshy Augustine declared assets, both movable and immovable, of over 1.94 crore, 2.29 crore

Senior TD Leader Hanumantharaya Chowdary Passes Away

Senior TD leader and former MLA U. Hanumantharaya Chowdary of Kalyanadurgam Assembly segment died on Saturday following illness.

Kerala Assembly polls 2026: Rahul Gandhi to launch Kerala poll campaign on March 25

To kickstart campaign with rally at Kozhikode

Election Observers appointed for Theni district

Indiaspora to host multiple events in Bengaluru

Its 4th Global AI Summit, scheduled for March 25, is expected to examine how AI is rapidly transforming industries and redefining the future of b

Watch: Government raises commercial LPG allocation to 50% as supply normalises

The government on March 21 approved an additional 20% allocation of commercial LPG, taking the total supply to 50%, as domestic production stabil

Pakistan Uses Religion to Conceal Dangerous Agenda in Gilgit-Baltistan

Washington, March 21: A recent report claims that Pakistan is using religion to mask its alleged harsh agenda in Pakistan-administered Gilgit-Bal

Salim Khan makes first public appearance with Salman after hospitalisation

Mumbai: Veteran screenwriter Salim Khan on Saturday made his first public appearance after a recent hospitalisation as he joined son Salman Khan

Iran fired missiles at joint U.S.-U.K. base in Indian Ocean: report

Neither missile hit the target, which is around 2,500 miles (4,000 kilometers) from Iranian territory, but the launch suggests that Tehran has mi

Tension in Mathura Following Death of Notorious Baba in Road Accident

Mumbai, March 21: Tension has escalated in Mathura, Uttar Pradesh, following the tragic death of the renowned cow protector, Sant Chandrashekhar,

War, death and disaster? Nostradamus 4 terrifying predictions for 2026 revealed

Nostradamus centuries-old quatrains continue to attract global attention as they are revisited during periods of uncertainty and debate. Written

Feminists, lawyers urge MPs to reject unconstitutional amendmentsto transgender Act

It narrows the definition of transgender people, takes away the right to self-perceived gender identity, introduces medical gatekeeping, and crim

State cannot put arbitrary ceiling on disability limits when RPwD Act does not prescribe any: SC

Says none of the provisions of the Rights to Persons with Disabilities (RPwD) Act, 2016 indicates that an upper limit could be prescribed in matt

Gold jewellery worth 27 lakh seized

Sachin Sawant Critiques Governments Foreign Policy Amid Political Tensions

New Delhi, March 21: Political rhetoric is intensifying in the country amid the ongoing Middle East crisis. Congress leader Sachin Sawant raised

Tale Of 3 Gogois: How Congress Is Hoping To Script Return To Power In Assam

Gaurav, Akhil and Lurinjyoti Gogoi are fighting the Assembly elections together in an alliance for the first time.

EAM Jaishankar Holds Phone Talk with Iranian Counterpart Amid West Asia Tensions

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar held a phone conversation with Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi on Saturday evening amid esc

Concerns grow in US over Iran war as casualties rise, no clear endgame

Dubai: Mounting casualties, soaring costs and the absence of a clear endgame are fuelling growing concern in the United States over the ongoing w

Tamil Nadu viral video: Pet dog attacks mother and daughter, owners shut gate instead of helping

A viral video from Tamil Nadu shows a pet dog attacking a mother and daughter on a public road. The owners allegedly failed to intervene, instead

Major DRI Operation in Mumbai: Seizure of 9.25 Crore in Prohibited Walkie-Talkies and Hard Drives

Mumbai, March 21: The Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI) in Mumbai has conducted a significant operation, seizing a large shipment of proh

Because they probed Trump: Warner BLASTS Kash Patel for axing FBI agents working on Iran intel

Illegal aliens PAID UNDER THE TABLE!: Explosive testimony on undocumented immigrants stuns House

Tehran didnt initiate war: Iran calls on BRICS to act on USIsraeli aggression after call with PM Modi

BJD suspends 6 MLAs for cross-voting in RS polls, to seek disqualification from Odisha Assembly

The BJD has suspended six MLAs for cross-voting in the recent Rajya Sabha elections. This action follows a party meeting where the decision was m

Shah To Table IPS Deputation Bill

The government, in the statement of objects and reasons, said IPS officers are required for coordination between the Centre and states and for ef

Cobra Spotted Inside Vemulawada Temple, Safely Rescued

Locals expressed concern over repeated sightings of snakes in the area and attributed it to ongoing development activity around the temple: Repor