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Dhurandhar merchandise case: Madras High Court prohibits unauthorised sale on Amazon, Flipkart, and Instagram

Justice Senthilkumar Ramamoorthy also directs a host of Internet Service Providers to block pirated versions of the sequel Dhurandhar The Revenge

In Focus podcast | AssamAssembly elections: Is Himanta all set for a second term as CM?

Angshuman Choudhury speaks to us about the key issues shaping the Assam elections and the BJPs bid for another term.

Rupee crashes 23 paise to close at record low of 92.63 against U.S. dollar

The Sensex settled higher by 633.29 points, or 0.83%, to 76,704.13, while the Nifty also rose sharply by 196.65 points, or 0.83%, to 23,777.80

Fiat to owners of petrol bunk, marriage hall, pawn shop and printing press

Free bus scheme increased RTC bus occupancy to 98 pc : Ponnam Prabhakar

Hyderabad: Telangana Transport Minister Ponnam Prabhakar on Wednesday, March 18, said that the Mahalakshmi free bus scheme has increased occupanc

Three arrested for transporting illegal liquor in Hyderabad

Hyderabad: The prohibition and excise department sleuths arrested three people on Wednesday, March 18, and seized 34 bottles of non-duty alcohol

2020 Delhi riots: Ex-AAP councillor seeks one-month interim bail on medical grounds

Earlier in 2025, Mr. Hussian was granted custody parole to campaign for the Delhi Assembly elections. However, his recent regular bail plea was d

Telangana govt to introduce digital media policy soon, says Minister

Hyderabad: Information and Public Relations Minister Ponguleti Srinivasa Reddy has announced that the state government was going to finalise Tela

Old Clip Showing Protest Against PM Modi Falsely Linked to West Asia War

We were able to trace the video to January, predating the ongoing war in West Asia.

Social media highlights concern about iconic Indian restaurants closure in Singapore

SINGAPORE, Mar 18: Singapores iconic Indian vegetarian restaurant, where Prime Minister Narendra Modi was hosted to a meal by then-Singapore Prim

Traders seek permission to carry cash up to 2 lakh

Celina Jaitly Stands by Her Brother Vikrant Amid Legal Struggles

Mumbai, March 18: Actress Celina Jaitly has faced the heartbreaking news that her last hope of reconnecting with her brother, Vikrant Jaitly, has

Iranian Intelligence Minister EsmailKhatib killed: Israel

DUBAI, Mar 18: Israels defence minister said on Wednesday that the Israeli military killed Iranian Intelligence Minister Esmail Khatib. Israel Ka

Control room numbers announced for Thanjavur, Tiruvarur districts

Air-horns seized from buses in Pattukottai

Kangana Ranaut Discusses Sanatan and Temple Entry Rules for Non-Hindus

Mumbai, March 18: The Badrinath-Kedarnath Temple Committee has made a significant decision regarding the entry of non-Hindus into several temples

Abu Azmi Condemns Arrest of Muslim Youths Over Biryani Incident

Mumbai, March 18: Abu Azmi, a leader of the Samajwadi Party, has spoken out against the arrest of several Muslim youths who allegedly discarded r

Indian Vessel Jag Laadki Carrying Over 80,000 MT Crude Oil Reaches Gujarats Mundra Port

AHMEDABAD, Mar 18: Indian-flagged tanker Jag Laadki, carrying around 80,886 metric tonnes (MT) of crude oil, arrived at Mundra Port in Gujarat on

Global Faultlines podcast | Part 2: From the invasion of Iraq to the war on Iran

In this episode, we examine what followed the 2003 U.S.-led invasion of Iraq the collapse of state institutions, the emergence of ISIS, and how

Video: Women throw headscarves in protest at Istanbul mosque over Al-Aqsa closure

Istanbul: A group of women staged a symbolic protest at the historic Fatih Mosque in Istanbul on the night of Laylat al-Qadr, drawing attention t

Madhuri Badhtwal: Preserving the Folk Music Heritage of Uttarakhand

New Delhi, March 18: March 19 is not just a date; it marks the birth of Madhuri Badhtwal, a daughter of the serene and beautiful hill station Lan

High Alert In Maharashtra As 4 Thermal Power Stations Receive Drone Attack Threat

Security has been intensified at four major thermal power stations in Maharashtra's Vidarbha region after an email threat to target them with dro

Rupee crashes 23 paise to close at record low of 92.63 against US dollar

Mumbai: The rupee slumped 23 paise to close at a record low of 92.63 (provisional) against the US dollar on Wednesday, March 18, weighed down by

The New Financial Rails- How Dubai Is Scaling Tokenisation, Stablecoins, and Digital Assets | Adam Popat

WhatsApp Working on Noise Cancellation Feature for Clearer Calls

WhatsApp is planning to release this feature in a future update

Court Orders Rajpal Yadav to Repay Money; Next Hearing Scheduled for April 1

New Delhi, March 18: The Delhi High Court held a hearing on Wednesday regarding Bollywood actor Rajpal Yadavs interim bail, coinciding with the e

Israel Claims Responsibility for Killing Iranian Intelligence Minister Esmail Khatib

Israeli military reportedly killed Iranian Intelligence Minister Esmail Khatib, says defense minister.

Kathua Rape : HC Dismisses Mastermind's Plea To Suspend Life Sentence

Punjab and Haryana HC has dismissed a plea from mastermind Sanji Ram who was caretaker of the 'devasthanam' (temple) where the crime took place i

BHAVYA Scheme gets Cabinet nod: Govt approves plug-and-play industrial parks plan with Rs 33,660 cr outlay

The Union Cabinet has approved the Rs 33,660 crore Bharat Audyogik Vikas Yojana (BHAVYA) scheme to boost domestic industries and self-reliance. T

Iran's Intelligence Minister Esmail Khatib Killed In Strikes: Israel

Iran's Intelligence Minister Esmail Khatib Killed In Strikes: Israel

Iran Attacks Israel, Gulf Countries After Israeli Strike Kills Its Security Chief

Dubai, Mar 18: Iran launched strikes toward Israel and neighbouring Gulf countries early Wednesday, with explosions heard in the United Arab Emir

Nora Fatehis song banned after outrage, I&B minister Vaishnaw confirms

New Delhi: A Samajwadi Party MP in Lok Sabha on Wednesday raised the issue of the controversial song Sarke Chunar Sanjay Dutts KD The Devil and t

Top 3 Batsmen with the Most Centuries in IPL History

New Delhi, March 18: The Indian Premier League (IPL) has seen a total of 18 seasons so far, showcasing numerous batsmen who have left a mark with

Middle East war: Katz says Israel has killed Iranian Intelligence Minister Esmail Khatib

Israel's Defense Minister Katz has announced a significant development. The Israeli military has killed Iranian Intelligence Minister Esmail Khat

Fake bomb threat triggers panic in Warangal District Court

Hyderabad: TheWarangal District Court received abombthreat via email on Wednesday, March 18, but it turned out to be a hoax after a thorough chec

Over One Crore Public Grievances Received In Last Five Years: Centre

New Delhi, Mar 18 : Over 1 crore public grievances have been received in the last five years, the Lok Sabha was informed on Wednesday. These grie

Cycling To Lose Weight? You Need To Cycle For At Least 5 Hours A Week For It

Cycling is a popular exercise that people use to lose weight. But did you know that you need to exercise for at least five hours a week to lose w

Election Commission Deploys Over 2.5 Million Officials for Violence-Free Elections

New Delhi, March 18: The Election Commission has deployed over 2.5 million officials to ensure violence-free and inducement-free elections in fiv

Husband Arrested for Murdering Pregnant Wife in Jagtial

Accused held after killing wife over alleged dowry harassment in Korutla mandal

Sheena Bora Murder Case: SC Grants 9 Months Extension to Complete Trial

Considering the prayer made, the time to conclude the trial stands extended by nine months while making it clear that no further prayer seeking e

Kerala Assembly polls: IUML State secretary Randathani slams Tirurangadi pick, says deserving voices ignored

Vanitha League leader Noorbeena Rasheed criticises candidature of Fatima Thahiliya in Perambra

Inches From Ground, Chopper Loses Control. Horrifying Crash Seen In Video

A helicopter en route from Kathmandu to Nepal's Khotang district crashed on Wednesday while attempting a landing on a farm.

Viral song ignites global interest in modern Tamil literature

Composer Raleigh Rajans Feel the Spark with vocals by Ciera Dumas celebrates Tamil literary giants.

Moral disengagement and the impact of power

A psychological concept that explains how individuals rationalise immoral and unethical actions by deflecting responsibility and minimising conse

Watch: Who was Ali Larijani, Irans influential political insider?

The veteran Iranian politician and close adviser to Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei was killed in a reported U.S.-Israeli airstrike on Marc

Kuldeep Yadavs Wedding Reception: Comedian Harsh Gujrals Viral Remarks

Lucknow, March 18: Indian cricket star Kuldeep Yadav is making headlines for his recent wedding. After winning the T20 World Cup, Kuldeep tied th

Rajasthan Board RBSE Class 10 Result 2026 On March 20, Here's How To Check

RBSE Class 10 Result 2026: A total of 10,68,078 students registered for the exams, which were conducted from February 12 to 28.

Understanding the Impact of Projectile Incident at Bushehr Nuclear Plant

IAEA confirmed a projectile hit the Bushehr site, but there were no damages or injuries. Iran blames the U.S. and Israel.

Sarke Chunar song banned: Ashwini Vaishnaw confirms action after SP MP raises KD The Devil track row in Lok Sabha

A Samajwadi Party MP raised concerns about the controversial song Sarke Chunar from Sanjay Dutt's KD The Devil in Lok Sabha. Union Minister Ashwi

India is Building a Robust Energy System for a Sustainable Future: PM Modi

New Delhi, March 18: Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced on Wednesday that India is developing a robust energy system, paving the way for a su

Assam Politics Shock: Sitting MP Pradyut Bordoloi Quits Congress, Joins BJP

Loved us, married Modi...: Kharges remark on Deve Gowda sparks Laughter in RS

Russian Oil Tanker Bound for China Diverted to India

The Aqua Titan is set to arrive in New Mangalore on March 21 with its Urals cargo that it loaded from a Baltic Sea port in late January, accordin

Punjab to seek royalty from Rajasthan for providing water: Bhagwant Mann

CHANDIGARH, Mar 18: The Punjab government will seek royalty from Rajasthan for providing it water, Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann said on Wednesday

Rupee Falls To All-Time Low As Iran War Rages On: Is It All Bad?

Rupee hits record low amid Iran war: A weaker rupee makes imports more expensive. This, in turn, pushes consumers and firms to cut back on foreig

Crocsbrings KL Rahul on board as brand ambassador with Play Hard. Rest Easy. Campaign

Three held for illegal LPG refilling racket in Narsingi; large haul seized

During the inspection, officials found that domestic cylinders were being illegally refilled into commercial cylinders

Government Unveils Action Plan for Cleaning Yamuna River: Anil Goyal

New Delhi, March 18: The government has intensified its campaign to clean the Yamuna River in the national capital. BJP legislator Anil Goyal pro

Fake Paneer Racket Busted in Hyderabad, 3,000 Kg Seized

Task Force raids multiple outlets in Khairatabad zone, action taken against six shops including dairy units

10+ protein-rich foods a gut doctor recommends to help you hit 20g per meal with zero effort

Protein is essential for good health, supporting muscle growth and helping you feel fuller for longer. Experts recommend aiming for around 20 gra

Watch: Trump: We spent trillions of dollars on NATO, very disappointed

Sensex Today, Stock Market Highlights: Sensex, Nifty End In Green For 3rd Straight Day

Stock Market Highlights: India VIX cools 13 per cent in two days. However, it is still well above pre-Iran war levels.

You cant play forever: PV Sindhu, who is also an MBA graduate, highlights the importance of education for athletes

Indian badminton star P.V. Sindhu emphasized the crucial role of education for aspiring athletes, warning that a sole focus on sports is risky du

Quote of the Day by Karl Marx: 'The production of too many useful things results in...'

Karl Marx's quote 'The production of too many useful things results in too many useless people' means that if we focus only on making more produc

Trainee Cop Found Dead In Mumbai, Note Alleges Threats By Girlfriend's Parents

A 32-year-old police trainee was found dead at the Kalina Police Training Centre in Santacruz, with authorities recovering a suicide note from hi

Man shot dead outside gym in Chandigarh, second firing in 24 hours

The attackers came on a motorcycle, and one of them opened fire at the victim, identified as Charanpreet, as he was stepping out of a gym, they a

Drug Peddlers House Attached In J&Ks Samba

Jammu, Mar 18: A house belonging to a notorious drug peddler was attached in Samba district on Wednesday, police said. The house of Masoom Ali al

Word of the Day: Antediluvian

As todays Word of the Day demonstrates, some words do more than describe; they critique, exaggerate, and illuminate. And in doing so, antediluvia

Delhi Government Issues Tender for Two VIP Boats to Monitor Yamuna River

New Delhi, March 18: The Delhi government has issued a tender for the procurement of two VIP boats aimed at monitoring the Yamuna River. Official

Satheesan Says UDF United on Seat Sharing, Unlike LDF and BJP

Satheesan addressed concerns about Congress MP K Sudhakaran's candidacy, stating that decisions lie with the party's central leadership and affir

NC to introduce Land Grant Bill as J&K Budget session resumes on March 27

Srinagar, Mar 18: The ruling National Conference (NC) is planning to introduce the Land Grant Bill 2025 in the upcoming Budget session, which is

Large Hadron Collider discovers a new particle

The new particle has been named Xi-cc-plus. Scientists have expressed hope that it will reveal more about the strange behaviour of quantum mechan

Gujarat Deputy CM Harsh Sanghvi Stands Firm Against Threats

Gandhinagar, March 18: Gujarats Deputy Chief Minister Harsh Sanghvi has confirmed that the Assembly Speaker was informed about a bomb threat in t

Tamil Nadu Assembly election: How to check your name in electoral roll before March 26 deadline

If your name is not yet included and you wish to vote in the April 23 election, you can apply for inclusion until March 26

Indian vessel Jag Laadki carrying over 80,000 metric tonnes of crude oil reaches Gujarats Mundra Port

Adani Ports, which operates Mundra Port, said in a statement that the crude oil carried by Jag Laadki was sourced from the UAE and loaded at Fuja

Sourabh Ajmera elected Chairman of Western India Regional Council of Institute of Chartered Accountants

A meeting of the council elected Rikin Patel, Bishan Shah and Rakesh Shah as Vice-Chairman, Secretary and Treasurer of regional council

Can't Play All Your Life So Education is Important: PV Sindhu

Sindhu is on a break after being stranded in Dubai due to closure of air space for some days in the middle of the American and Israeli bombing of

DK Shivakumar pushes centre to fast-track Bengaluru second airport, clear sky deck project

During the meeting, Shivakumar called on the Centre to expedite the development of Bengalurus second airport, grant early clearance for the propo

Tamil Nadu election: Persons with disabilities to launch campaign for accessibility in Chennai

Disability Rights Alliance member Smitha Sadasivan said, We want more demonstrations on EVMs so that persons with disabilities and their supporte

Gold: A strategic asset for Stability & Diversification

Gold: A strategic asset for Stability & Diversification

Burger Singh raises Rs 82 crore in funding round led by Artal Asia

NEW DELHI, Mar 18: Burger Singh has raised Rs 82 crore in a funding round led by venture capital firm Artal Asia Pte Ltd, at a valuation of Rs 52

Watch: Eight killed in Indore house fire after EV blast; Govt. orders probe

Eight members of a family, including two children, were killed in a fire triggered by an explosion at an electric vehicle charging point in Indor

ECI reshuffles 13 IAS officers in West Bengal, appoints DM-cum-DEOs ahead of Assembly polls

According to an official communication issued by the poll body, officers including Jitin Yadav (Cooch Behar), Sandeep Ghosh (Jalpaiguri), Vivek K

Watch: Pradyut Bordoloi quits Congress, joins BJP ahead of Assam elections

Ahead of the Assam Assembly elections, Congress MP Pradyut Bordoloi has resigned from the party and joined the Bharatiya Janata Party in the pres

BJP Criticizes Congress for National Discontent, Says Sanjay Sarawagi

Patna, March 18: Bihar BJP President Sanjay Sarawagi addressed the viral video incident involving the Ganga Cruise Iftar party in Varanasi. He st

Powericas Rs 1,100-cr IPO to open on Mar 24; sets price band at Rs 375-395

NEW DELHI, Mar 18:Power solutions provider Powerica Ltd on Wednesday said its Rs 1,100-crore initial public offering (IPO) will open for subscrip

Astronomers Detect Massive 'Cosmic Laser' 8 Billion Light-Years Away

Astronomers using MeerKAT have detected the most distant and powerful cosmic laser ever observed, offering new insights into galaxy mergers and t

Blog: Blog | The 5 Key Templates That Defined India's Op Sindoor

As conflicts in the Middle East continue to unfold with eerily similar signatures, the echoes of India's Operation Sindoor grow louder. Vishnu So

Axis Bank to infuse Rs 1,500 cr in NBFC arm over next 12 months

NEW DELHI, Mar 18: Axis Bank on Wednesday said it has approved the proposal to infuse Rs 1,500 crore in its NBFC arm Axis Finance Ltd (AFL) via r