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UAE Says Air Defences Responding to New Missile Threat

MOD asserts that the sounds heard are the result of the air defence systems intercepting missiles and drones.

U.S. Lawmaker Calls for Increased Security Funding for Religious Institutions Amid Rising Global Tensions

Washington, March 19: A prominent U.S. lawmaker has called for increased funding to enhance the security of religious institutions. This request

Six IPS Officers From AP To Get Presidents Police Medal

In total, 960 police personnel from APranging from IPS officers to constableshave been honoured.

Amid LPG crisis, demand for rocket stoves surges in Kerala

Rocket stoves are high in demand as they require less firewood compared to regular wood stoves;as orders surge, stove suppliers have stopped acce

Did Whitney Leavitt really get a tattoo for breaking Chicago's Broadway record?

Whitney Leavitt celebrated breaking Chicagos all-time weekly ticket sales record by getting a tattoo, fulfilling a promise made in a viral TikTok

Jammu Police Solves Blind Murder Case in Just 24 Hours

Jammu, March 19: The Jammu Police South Zone has once again demonstrated its swift and effective investigative capabilities by solving a blind mu

Parliament watch: Lok Sabha clears Rs 53 lakh crore spending via guillotine; no PLI payouts for solar firms, uranium projects await clearances

Lok Sabha approved over 53 lakh crore for ministries' grants, including Railways and Agriculture. Meanwhile, solar manufacturers await PLI funds,

Iran Seeks Intelligence Support from U.S. Adversaries, CIA Director Reveals

Washington, March 19: CIA Director John Ratcliffe disclosed on Wednesday that Iran is actively seeking intelligence assistance from U.S. adversar

IIIT Basar Students Protest Over Safety, Facilities

Vice-chancellor Goverdhan held discussions with student representatives and assured that their demands would be addressed within a week, followin

Biju trustnot funded by party money, saysNaveen

Governance lag risk and limits of scale: What HDFC Bank chairman's exit truly signals

In the final analysis, the significance of HDFC Bank chairman's resignation lies not in what it reveals explicitly, but in what it implies.

Traffic Advisory Issued for Farmers Meeting at Ramlila Maidan on March 19

New Delhi, March 19: The Delhi Traffic Police has issued a traffic advisory for residents ahead of the farmers meeting scheduled at Ramlila Maida

The opportunity in Cameroon to rebalance the WTO

The World Trade Organizations Ministerial Conference must ensure that trade is governed by rules rather than coercion

Chaitra Navratri 2026 Wishes: Top images, quotes, wishes, messages and more to share

Chaitra Navratri commences on March 19, 2026, ushering in the Hindu New Year. This nine-day festival honors the nine forms of Goddess Durga. Devo

Relief for Bina Modi in assault case filed by son

The Delhi High Court has halted legal proceedings against Bina Modi, chairperson of Godfrey Phillips India, and others. This action follows a com

Remembering Yogesh: The Poet Who Captured Lifes Essence in Simple Words

New Delhi, March 19: The Hindi film industry has been graced by numerous remarkable lyricists. Among them, Yogesh stands out for his ability to t

Modi Greets Kuwait Crown Prince for Id, Calls for Safe Navigation

Calls for peace, condemns attacks, stresses Hormuz navigation safety

No end to suffering: On the Pakistan-Afghanistan conflict

India must enlist more support against Pakistans bombing of Afghanistan

Disney confirms release dates for Lilo & Stitch 2 and Incredibles 3

The Walt Disney Company has confirmed release dates for two major sequels, Lilo & Stitch 2 and Incredibles 3, arriving in summer 2028. The revela

HPV Vaccine Campaign Launched in Rampur to Protect Against Cervical Cancer

Rampur, March 19: A new HPV (Human Papillomavirus) vaccination campaign has been launched in Rampur, Uttar Pradesh, focusing on the health of wom

U.S. Fed holds rates unchanged over uncertain Iran war implications

The central bank cut rates three consecutive times late last year before holding them steady at its January meeting

Congress to contest 95, IUML 27 seats in 140-seat Kerala Assembly

Kerala's UDF, led by Congress and IUML, will contest 95 and 27 seats respectively in the upcoming assembly polls. The alliance aims to leverage r

Himanta Sarma vs Gaurav Gogoi showdown: Assam heads into 2026 polls amid echoes of a political past

In 1996, Assam's Congress faced insurgency and electoral defeat. Tarun Gogoi rebuilt the party, leading it to power in 2001. Now, 25 years later,

Gujarat Successfully Controls Foot-and-Mouth Disease with Vaccination Efforts

Gandhinagar, March 19: Gujarat has successfully reduced the spread of Foot-and-Mouth Disease (FMD) among livestock to just 3%. This achievement f

Flight diversion leaves passengers stranded inside aircraft in Chennai for hours

According to passengers, they boarded the Air India Express flight in Dehradun at 2.55 p.m. Around 20 minutes before it could land in Bengaluru,

CSIR-NGRI, SRI Sign MoU On Geothermal Energy Research

Officials said the partnership is expected to support Indias clean energy goals and strengthen research in emerging energy technologies.

DDMA clears 21,000-crore plan to reduce Delhi monsoon flooding

Decision on 6G spectrum to be taken by ITU & 3GPP post standard setting

NEW DELHI, Mar 18 : Decision regarding 6G spectrum will be taken by the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) and 3GPP, likely after standa

India and Japan: A Stabilising Axis for the Indo-Pacific

As the region grapples with a worsening strategic environment, deeper India-Japan maritime cooperation under FOIP could serve as a powerful and i

Fire and more fire: On hospital ICU fires, patient safety

India must treat hospital fire safety as an issue of criminal accountability

National conference on sepsis care held in Chennai

Indias future demographic challenges

The growing elderly population is set to exert increasing pressure on healthcare and social security, thereby putting a strain on the states fina

1,000 crore unpaid, 1,200 new tenders: Chennai Corporations rush sparks transparency concerns

Tamil Nadu Assembly Election: civic issues take centre stage as electors in Chepauk-Thiruvallikeni call for permanent solutions, improved security

The DMK stronghold is set for a 4-cornered contest, with the ruling party and its allies, the AIADMK and BJP, TVK, and NTK in the fray. A few par

Backlogs for LPG refills range from 4 to 12 days: distributors

They say panic bookings have come down mainly due to the restrictions

T.N. Elders Welfare Association seeks age-linked additional pension in eighth pay commission

Flowing sewage in Parade Ground raises a stink

Gujarat to Host Statewide Millet Festival on March 21-22

Ahmedabad, March 19: The Gujarat BJP spokesperson and Agriculture Minister, Jitu Vaghani, announced on Wednesday that a statewide Millet Festival

'A new Ayatollaha stronger cause?': Sen Reed GRILLS Tulsi Gabbard on Iran war blowback

IIT-H Students Build Low-cost Gas Gun

High-speed impact studies are used to design stronger vehicles that absorb crashes better, buildings that withstand shocks, and protective materi

Odisha Vigilance Arrests Bank Officer in Multi-Crore Embezzlement Case

Bhubaneswar, March 19: The Odisha Vigilance Department has arrested a bank officer for allegedly embezzling over 5.56 crore in collusion with his

'India could become Hettich's biggest market in five years': Andreas Hettich

Hettich, a leading furniture fittings maker, anticipates India will soon become its largest market, surpassing Germany. This growth is driven by

Judge people by dignity, not status: Kurian Joseph

Equal opportunity in skilling still distant for women: Supriya Sahu

Acid attack on minor girl triggers protests; Oppn. targets Mahayuti govt. in Assembly

The girl was attacked on Tuesday afternoon while returning home from school at Vadgaonpan village in Sangamner taluka; she is currently undergoin

Qatar Says Extensive Damage Caused By Iran Attacks On Gas Facility

Qatar's state-run energy company said on Wednesday that fires set by Iranian strikes on its main gas facility had caused extensive damage, after

Vijay Dismisses Alliance Talks with NDA, Affirms TVKs Independent Stance

Chennai, March 19: In a decisive move ahead of the upcoming Tamil Nadu assembly elections, Vijay, the president of the Tamilaga Vetrikazhagam (TV

Canadas tariff counterattack on Trump gains speed is this a full-blown trade war now?

Canada is opening its market to low-cost Chinese electric vehicles, creating tension with the United States. This comes as Donald Trump pushes st

Expecting mom working as driver faces heat after posting about jobless husband, all respond with brutal honesty

Job search tips for couples: A pregnant delivery driver's emotional Reddit post detailing her husband's prolonged unemployment since January 2023

Fake WhatsApp Profile Cons Firm of Rs 1.2 Crore

Impostor posed as an entrepreneur, tricked accountant into fund transfer

Nine including 3 children killed in Delhis Palam fire

PM announces ex-gratia for victims New Delhi, Mar 18: Nine people, including two men, four women, and three children, were killed after a fire br

UN Chief Condemns Pakistani Airstrike, Calls for Investigation into Afghan Hospital Attack

New Delhi, March 19: United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has strongly condemned the recent Pakistani airstrike on a hospital in Kab

High Court dismisses Peru's petition for 'Pisco' rights

The Delhi High Court has ruled against Peru's bid for exclusive rights to the alcoholic drink 'Pisco'. The court stated that both Peru and Chile

LS passes demands for grants of ministries for 2026-27

Clears Appropriation Bill 2026 New Delhi, Mar 18 (UNI) The Lok Sabha on Wednesday approved the Demands for Grants for various ministries, authori

Ambulance drivers sensitised to Model Code of Conduct rules in Vellore, nearby districts

The guidelines say ambulance drivers should cooperate with Static Surveillance Teams during vehicle checks

HDFC Bank chairman Atanu Chakraborty resigns on ethical ground

Keki Mistry appointed as interim part time Chairman for three months

Fact-finding committee visits aggrieved poor families of Velugumatla in Khammam

Congress dj vu: Bordolois exit to BJP revives ghosts of Himanta Sarma revolt as Gogois elevation fuels unrest

Assam Congress faces a wave of resignations, mirroring a decade-old crisis that crippled the party. Internal rebellion and perceived 'humiliation

Alvas Samskrutika Vaibhava on March 21

Iran war rift deepens as spy chief Joe Kent quits after secret meeting with JD Vance

A top spy boss resigned accusing Israel of pushing the US into a war with Iran based on lies. He confided his plans to JD Vance before quitting.

Blind murder case cracked within 24 hours, two held

Jammu Tawi, March 18: Police have solved a blind murder case within 24 hours of its reporting, arresting two persons in connection with the killi

The Story Behind Yogeshs Departure Over a Glass of Water

Mumbai, March 19: Stories from the past, whether films, songs, or anecdotes, continue to captivate fans. When it involves beloved artists, the cu

Police Probe C attle smuggling in Hayathnagar accident

According to Hayathnagar inspector Vishambar K, the incident occurred at around 4.45 am when a lorry carrying cattle was spotted during patrol ne

Heavy security at Vaishno Devi shrine for Navratri

Jammu Tawi, Mar 18 : An elaborate security net has been cast over the trek leading to the Mata Vaishno Devi shrine atop the Trikuta hills for the

Govt Declares Optional Holiday for Jummatul Vida

Accordingly, the notification has been issued and published in the Gazette of Telangana declaring the day as optional holiday.

Assam to use elephants, boats and bullock carts to reach remote voters

April 9 marks a pivotal day for Assam as it gears up for assembly elections. The state is taking an extraordinary leap by employing elephants, bu

Police seeks videos, photos, evidence from public on Farooq attack

Jammu Tawi, March 18: The Jammu and Kashmir Police have issued a public notice seeking information, video recordings, and photographs from people

Naidu Wants P4 to Be Turned Into a Peoples Movement

CM will present awards to mentors supporting P4 at state-wide celebrations planned to mark one year of the flagship programme

Election Commission Appoints Two IAS Officers as Central Observers from West Bengal

Kolkata, March 19: The Election Commission of India (ECI) has appointed two Indian Administrative Service (IAS) officers from the West Bengal cad

KPs to celebrate Navreh in Kashmir from next yr

Jammu Tawi, March 18 : Kashmiri Pandits have renewed their resolve to celebrate Navreh, the first day of the New Year according to the Kashmiri H

Bhatti: Telangana Power Grid Ready for 19,000 Mw Without Cuts

State handles peak loads without cuts, boosts infra for rising use

Vizag Allocates 580 of Its 720 RTC Buses for Stree/Divyang Schemes

The state BJP chief commended the NDA coalition government for introducing the new welfare scheme even though it has not been promised in the NDA

2018 Kathua rape-murder: P&H HC dismisses Accuseds plea seeking suspension of sentence

Chandigarh, Mar 18: The mastermind behind the 2018 rape and murder of an eight-year-old in Kathua does not deserve the concession of suspension o

As Iran-Israel-US war begins to hurt, UAE takes steps to ease the pain

The UAE is taking proactive steps to shield its economy from regional conflict. The Central Bank is injecting liquidity into banks, allowing them

SC calls Mamata Banerjees presence at IPAC raid 'not a happy situation'

The Supreme Court is making headlines as it addresses West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee's unexpected appearance amid an Enforcement Dire

Man held for stealing gold rings from Kukatpally jewellery stores using deception

Challenges to persist through '26: Swatch

Swiss watchmaker Swatch Group anticipates continued economic and political challenges this year. The company faced a significant drop in operatin

Revanth slams Opposition for criticising Governors address

Chief Minister reiterates resolve to achieve Telangana Rising vision objectives

Not for spy agencies to determine what is, and is not, imminent threat: Tulsi Gabbard

US intelligence chief Tulsi Gabbard stated spy agencies do not determine imminent threats. Her prepared remarks indicated Iran had not rebuilt nu

Higher reaches of J&K receive fresh snow

Srinagar, Mar 18: A few areas in the higher reaches of Jammu Kashmir received fresh snowfall, while rain lashed most parts of the Valley on Wedne

Rajasthan CM Bhajanlal Sharma Criticizes Congress Over Gas Shortage Issue

Jaipur, March 19: Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma has launched a sharp attack on the Congress party regarding the gas shortage issue. H

APSPDCL Paces Up PM Surya Ghar Scheme in Its Jurisdiction

Officials say the steady rise in applications reflects growing awareness and interest among consumers, including those in rural areas.

Sinha joins Shri Raghunath Jis Temple Aarti

Jammu, Mar 18: The Lieutenant Governor, Manoj Sinha today called upon the people to organise daily or weekly evening aartis in the towns and vill

Weather Forecast and Prayer Timings for March 19, 2026

Maximum and minimum temperatures are likely to be around 34C and 21C respectively.

Deadlines set for treasury work in J&Ks Fin yr-end rush

Jammu Tawi, Mar 18: The Jammu and Kashmir Finance Department has tightened norms for treasury operations in the final week of March, issuing stri

UK-Japan or France-Germany? India weighs options for 6th-gen fighter tie-up

India is exploring collaboration with international consortia for the development of sixth-generation fighter jets. Chief of Defence Staff Genera

Gujarat BJP Forms Core Panel to Accelerate Local Body Election Preparations

Gandhinagar, March 19: The Gujarat unit of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) announced the formation of a state-level core group, named the Prades

Gulmarg Lease Case: HC closes petitions as Parties Opt for Govt resolution

SRINAGAR, Mar 18: The High Court of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh has disposed of a batch of writ petitions in the high-profile case of Gulmarg hote

Congress, BJP Clash Over Telangana Funds

War of words erupts on Centres support, BC representation

AP Festival 2026 Logo Unveiled

The three-day festival will be held from April 17 at the Tummalapalli Kalakshetram auditorium.