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Mangaluru court imposes fine on four persons found guilty of assaulting a couple in Belthangady

Andhra Pradesh was No.1 in unemployment during YSRCP governments term, says I&PR Minister Kolusu Parthasarathy

Quoting from Periodic Labour Force Survey and NCRB data, the Minister asserts that the NDA government, in contrast, has provided 6,28,347 jobs in

BRS MLAs stage walkout during Budget speech

TDP leaders, youth take out rally thanking govt. for releasing job calendar with over 10,000 vacancies

Visakhapatnam MP terms it a progressive step with clear recruitment timelines

Tiger makes two cattle kills in four days in Jagtial

Uttarakhand HC declines to quash FIR against Mohammad Deepak, orders him to refrain from social media posts

Gym owner Deepak Kumar came into national focus after he confronted a group of right-wing activists accused of harassing an elderly Muslim shop o

Telangana Budget FY2026-27: IT Department gets 875 crore in Budget

Telanganas IT exports reached 3.13 lakh crore, over 9.39 lakh people employed, says Bhatti

Student allegedly attacked by seniors in Kozhikode

Probe under way against 15 suspected senior students from a higher secondary school near Madavoor in Kozhikode district

Flying squads seize 2 lakh during election inspections in Kozhikode

ISL | Desperate Kerala Blasters hosts a resurgent Punjab

Tiruchi Corporation announces parking fee to streamline Rockfort temple traffic

Located about 200 metres from the Rockfort temple, the parking lot can accommodate about 50 cars and a sizeable number of two-wheelers

Application invited for posts in Guntur Child Protection Unit

Applications will be received during the office hours from March 23 to 31

Telanganas way to generate revenues: Tap Centrally Sponsored Schemes, plug leakages, rationalise taxes where possible

Experts note heavy spending on revenue expenditure, including welfare schemes, and say that less capex spend limits space for asset creation

Kodagu district accounts for 38% of States human-wildlife conflict deaths: Minister

Strengthen anti-elephant conflict measures, Mr. Khandre tells officials; a one-month deadline has been given to repair elephant trenches in the c

Andhra Pradeshs job calendar to fill only 10,000 posts disappointing, says APCC chief Sharmila

There are as many as 1.80 lakh vacant posts across 153 departments in the State, and yet the government claims to have fulfilled its promise unde

CBI questions Anil Ambani for second day in connection with 2,929-crore cheating case

On Thursday (March 19, 2026), the CBI sought his responses on alleged fund diversion, misappropriation and other irregularities in the loan funds

Vizianagaram Collector directs municipal officials to focus on drinking water and sanitation

Telangana Budget 2026: Life, health insurance scheme get big push

The Government will also be launching a cashless health security scheme for the govt employees and pensioners; the scheme will apply to employees

Pilot manufacturing plant of rare earth permanent magnets set up at ARCI, Hyderabad

Nd-Fe-B magnets are essential components in electric vehicles, renewable energy systems, electronics and advanced manufacturing technologies

Telangana Budget: Eight crore devotees expected to take dip during Godavari Pushkaralu

Direct train to Hyderabad from Srikakulam on the cards, says Ram Mohan Naidu

Union Civil Aviation Minister inaugurates experimental stoppages for three trains in Srikakulam district; A.P. Agriculture Minister promises impr

Pregnant woman, baby among eight killed in collision on Salem-Coimbatore Highway

Indian transparency activists, journalists set for court fight over Modis privacy law

NEW DELHI, March 20 (Reuters) Transparency activists and journalists are taking the government of Prime Minister Narendra Modi to Indias top cou

Gas shortage forces Chennai eatery to switch to firewood

Imran Masood Critiques Dhurandhar 2 as a Propaganda Tool for Hatred

Saharanpur, March 20: Bollywood star Ranveer Singhs film Dhurandhar 2 is making waves at the box office. While fans are praising the film, Congre

Navratri Special: 10 Women Cops Set Example in Rajasthan Police

Jaipur, March 20, 2026 (Udaipur Kiran): In a strong message of women empowerment, 10 women personnel of the Rajasthan Police have set remarkable

Dhurandhar The Revenge: Ranveer Singhs actioner opens big, crosses Rs 200 crore at the box office

The film earned over Rs 43 crore from paid previews on Wednesday, the highest ever for an Indian film, and Rs 102.55 crore on its opening day on

Applications invited for election duty from retired police officers

Govt. launches drive to upgrade 1,803 burial and cremation grounds in State

As an immediate measure, all Urban Local Bodies have been directed to ensure minimum service standards at these sites within 15 days

Livestock units exempted from paying key charges in ULBs and UDAs in Andhra Pradesh

The move is expected to facilitate establishment of livestock units in peri-urban and urban areas, boosting productivity and incomes

Gangaur Celebrations Light Up Jaipur Evening

Jaipur, March 20, 2026 (Udaipur Kiran): A vibrant blend of tradition, enthusiasm and cultural beauty was witnessed as Jaipur Pushkarna Sakhis org

RCBs IPL 2026 Success Hinges on Hazelwoods Availability, Says Faf du Plessis

New Delhi, March 20: The 19th season of the Indian Premier League (IPL) is set to kick off on March 28. Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) will ai

Video: Thousands gather at Makkah Masjid in Hyderabad for Jummatul Vida prayers

Hyderabad: The historic mosque of Hyderabad, Makkah Masjid, saw thousands of worshippers offer Friday prayers on the occasion of Jummatul Vida on

Oaksmith Packaged Drinking Water Joins Rajasthan Royals as an Official Partner

Oaksmith Packaged Drinking Water, from Suntory Global Spirits, today announced its partnership with Rajasthan Royals as the Official Partner for

Bengaluru second airport: Tender floated for feasibility, strategy report, says Minister Patil

Karnataka is embarking on an ambitious venture to create a second international airport in the vicinity of Bengaluru. As part of this initiative,

First randomisation of EVMs/VVPATs to be held on March 23

Mamata woos voters with 10 commitments, says Bengal will be destination for industry

Mamata Banerjees promises range from industrial infrastructure, upgraded schools, better healthcare and 24/7 power supply among others

Cambrian Skillsda emerges winner of Cyber Security Grand Challenge 2.0

The startup received a cash prize of 1 crore along with a trophy.

Steel Ball Run: Jojos Bizarre Adventure premiere review: Campy cowboy mythmaking kicks off the greatest race in anime history

Few anime make the medium feel as embarrassingly underdressed as JJBA, and Steel Ball Run begins this bizarre new Western leg in Hirohiko Arakis

A Rs 3.24 lakh crore promise: Telanganas budget is a Congress manifesto

Hyderabad:Deputy Chief Minister and Finance Minister Bhatti Vikramarka on Friday presented a Rs 3,24,234 crore budget for the financial year 2026

IISc Bengaluru Announces Recruitment for 35 Positions Including Senior Engineer

Bengaluru, March 20: A golden opportunity has emerged for those aspiring to work at one of Indias premier educational and research institutions,

MPUAT Distributes Virat Seeds to Tribal Farmers

Udaipur, March 20, 2026 (Udaipur Kiran): Maharana Pratap University of Agriculture and Technology organised a farmer training programme under the

Sydney Sweeneys net worth soars as fashion deals and TV hits quadruple her fortune

Sydney Sweeney's net worth has quadrupled to $40 million in two years, fueled by her new lingerie line, Syrn, and lucrative fashion deals. The ac

Rupee Crosses 93 Against Dollar for the First Time

Mumbai, March 20: The Indian rupee has crossed the 93 mark against the US dollar for the first time, opening at 92.92 and later slipping to 93.08

BSEB Bihar Board Result 2026: Anticipation Builds for 28 Lakh Students

Patna, March 20: The results for the Bihar School Examination Board (BSEB) for the 10th and 12th grades are expected to be released in the last w

NICE opens 1.5-km link road near Deepanjali Nagar in Bengaluru

The newly constructed four-lane stretch directly links Deepanjali Nagar junction (BHEL Circle) to NICE Road near Hosakerehalli PES College, and i

BJP slams Telangana budget as recycled and directionless

Ramzan holiday shifted to March 21 in Andhra Pradesh

The decision follows the request of the Waqf Boards Chief Executive Officer as the crescent moon has not been sighted on March 20

$1,000 checks headed to Americans with no action required heres what to know

Americans to automatically get $1,000 verified checks for unclaimed property with no extra steps required. Millions of residents nationwide could

Gujarat Aims for a Trillion-Dollar Economy by 2030, Says CM Bhupendra Patel

Ahmedabad, March 20: Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel addressed the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) state annual session in Ahmedaba

Diesel price hiked? Check latest rates in your city as premium petrol cost goes up by Rs 2

Diesel price hike: Bulk diesel prices have surged by Rs 22 per litre due to rising global crude oil costs, impacting industrial users. However, r

Eid Bank Holiday Date Confusion Cleared

New Delhi, March 20, 2026 (Udaipur Kiran): Confusion among bank customers regarding holidays for Eid 2026 has now largely been resolved. Customer

Social Security COLA 2027: Early data hints at what your benefits could look like

Social Security COLA 2027 may stay near 2.8% based on early data, but it is not final yet. Inflation and oil prices are rising, which can change

6 easy and gentle ways to release back tension after a long workday

After long workdays, spinal tension is inevitable, but cracking your back shouldn't be painful. This story explores six gentle, strain-free metho

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

Switzerland halts weapons exports to US due to Iran war

Switzerland has announced a pause on weapon export licenses to the United States, a decision driven by the rising hostilities with Iran. Upholdin

Upendra Kushwaha Affirms Nitish Model Will Prevail in Bihar Amid CM Speculation

Patna, March 20: The political landscape in Bihar is buzzing with discussions regarding the next Chief Minister following Chief Minister Nitish K

Quote of the day by Arthur Conan Doyle: 'Once you eliminate the impossible, whatever remains, no matter how improbable, must be...' - life lessons on critical thinking and logic by creator of Sherlock Holmes and A Study in Scarlet author

Quote of the day by Arthur Conan Doyle: Arthur Conan Doyle, creator of Sherlock Holmes, offered a powerful quote on truth and logic. His words em

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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Navigational rights and freedoms of merchant and commercial vessels must be respected: India

LONDON, Mar 20: Voicing deep concern over the evolving situation in West Asia, India has called for de-escalation through dialogue while assertin

Monsoon Hygiene Tips for Babies: Keeping Skin and Clothes Dry

The pitter-patter of raindrops on the windowpane is a welcome relief after a scorching summer. But for parents of infants, the monsoon brings mor

Employee health risks rise as work patterns change, says study

Data from 77,000 insurance claims and 12,000 preventive screenings reveals early onset of metabolic issues such as pre-diabetes, hypertension, an

Jio Maintains Lead in Mobile, Broadband Segments

New Delhi, March 20, 2026 (Udaipur Kiran): JM Financial has stated that Reliance Jio has further strengthened its lead in Indias telecom market,

AI Summit protest: Court grants anticipatory bail to Manish Sharma, directs him to join investigation

Manish Sharma received anticipatory bail in the AI summit protest case. He must join the investigation tomorrow. The court stated Delhi Police wi

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

World Oral Health Day Celebrated at Pacific Dental College

Udaipur, March 20, 2026 (Udaipur Kiran): Pacific Dental College & Hospital marked World Oral Health Day on Friday with enthusiasm under the theme

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.

Delhi Launches 300 New Electric Buses to Enhance Public Transport

New Delhi, March 20: Chief Minister Rekha Gupta inaugurated several key projects from the Indraprastha Bus Depot on Friday. She flagged off 300 n

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

Indian Citizen Dies in Riyadh Amid Ongoing Conflict in the Region

New Delhi, March 20: An Indian citizen has tragically died in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, as the conflict between the United States-Israel and Iran con

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

Mumbai, Mar 20 (PTI) Equity benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty gave up most of their intra-day gains to end nearly 0.5 per cent higher on Friday,

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

MAHE Introduces 'MAGIC' to Power AI-Driven Academic and Administrative Transformation

Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE), an Institution of Eminence Deemed to be University, today announced the launch of MAGIC (MAHE Agentic

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

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

Allegations of Political Pressure in West Bengal: Suvendu Adhikari Questions Police Actions

Kolkata, March 20: Suvendu Adhikari, the Leader of the Opposition in the West Bengal Assembly, accused local police of attempting to coerce a pro

Avalanche Alert Issued For North Kashmir With Medium Danger Expected Above 2,600 Metres

SRINAGAR, Mar 20: Jammu and Kashmir Union Territory Disaster Management Authority on Friday issued an avalanche warning for the higher reaches of

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

Ather Energy trades higher on the BSE

Mumbai, March 20 (Udaipur Kiran): Ather Energy is currently trading at Rs. 750.90, up by 1.05 points or 0.14% from its previous closing of Rs. 74

Ruby Mills moves up on incorporating wholly-owned subsidiaries

Mumbai, March 20 (Udaipur Kiran): Ruby Mills is currently trading at Rs. 204.10, up by 3.55 points or 1.77% from its previous closing of Rs. 200.

NBCC (India) soars on securing orders worth Rs 319.78 crore

Mumbai, March 20 (Udaipur Kiran): NBCC (India) is currently trading at Rs. 85.47, up by 2.31 points or 2.78% from its previous closing of Rs. 83.

TCS moves up on signing MoU with ABB to strengthen IT, AI, and engineering partnership

Mumbai, March 20 (Udaipur Kiran): Tata Consultancy Services is currently trading at Rs. 2377.60, up by 21.05 points or 0.89% from its previous cl

Himachal Pradeshs Economy on a Strong and Stable Growth Path, Says CM Sukhu

Shimla, March 20: Chief Minister Sukhu stated on Friday that Himachal Pradeshs economy is on a robust and stable growth trajectory. While present

Terror Case: Delhi HC Grants Bail To 2 UAPA Accused Noting Prolonged Incarceration

New Delhi, Mar 20: The Delhi High Court on Friday granted bail to two men accused in a UAPA case over an alleged conspiracy to undertake terroris

Indian national killed in Saudi Arabia due to recent events of March 18, says embassy

RAYADH, Mar 20: An Indian national was killed in Saudi Arabia due to the recent events of March 18, the Indian Embassy announced on Friday. In a

Vibhor Steel Tubes soars on bagging order worth Rs 16.87 crore

Mumbai, March 20 (Udaipur Kiran): Vibhor Steel Tubes is currently trading at Rs. 116.90, up by 4.00 points or 3.54% from its previous closing of