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Why Mia Ballards Shy Girl novel was pulled by its publisher

The cancellation of an American novel over AI allegations has made headlines worldwide, as readers express disappointment and authors question ho

Watch: Trump reveals present from Iran

Self-styled godman Ashok Kharat charged with case of extortion, Opposition demands strict action

Another case has been registered against self-styled godman and sexual assault accused Ashok Kharat, alleging cheating, instilling fear of death,

We are going to start 27 aviation projects if we win: V D Satheesan

For the first time, an opposition has done its homework and prepared alternative programmes for the future to combat the failures of the present

Prestige Estates, Arihant Group buy land in Chennai to build 5,000 cr worth housing project

Companies jointly acquire 16.3-acre land parcel in Padi

As Ladki Bahin spends crores, malnutrition deaths persist in Melghat, Bombay HC asks State for explanation

Despite orders passed by the High Court since 2007, the State had done too little for the welfare of tribal communities and had not succeeded in

Petrol, diesel supply higher than average in Telangana

Hyderabad: The Telangana government on Thursday, March 27, said that fuel supply across the state is stable. As per official data, the average da

India cuts special excise duties on petrol, diesel

Union Finance Ministry reduced the special excise duty on petrol to 3 per litre from 13 earlier. It also cut the duty on diesel to zero from 10

Oil drops as Trump pauses Iran strikes, but stock traders nervous

Trump had earlier denied he was desperate for a deal to end the war, despite the Islamic republics cool response to an American peace plan and fe

EAM Jaishankar, Canadian FM Anand discuss deepening ties, situation in West Asia

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar met his Canadian and German counterparts at the G7 Foreign Ministers' Meet in France. Discussions focused

Hyderabads rapid urban expansion: Resetting the lines of control

From the bustling lanes of its historic core to the glass towers of the western IT corridor and the ever-expanding suburbs beyond, Hyderabads rap

What we know so far about the Supreme Courts ruling on reservation for converted Dalits

The Supreme Court ruled that a person professing any religion other than Hinduism, Buddhism, or Sikhism cannot be recognised as a member of a Sch

Ram Navami 2026 time: When is Ram Navami ending today? Check timings, puja Vidhi, rituals and more

Ram Navami ending time: Ram Navami, the birthday of Lord Rama, will end today at 10:06 AM. Ram Navami tithi started on Thursday at 11.48 am and t

Second Bengal supplementary voter list likely by March 2728: EC

Kolkata: The second supplementary list under the SIR of electoral rolls in West Bengal is likely to be published by March 27-28, a senior Electio

The recipe behind Chinas EV boom: Technology over price

XPeng founder He Xiaopeng says intelligent driving and in-house innovation are powering Chinas EV boom, even as competition intensifies, tech fir

IPL 2026 Countdown | Sixth sense and the 12 influencers

Statistical stalemates were inevitable in a landscape full of world-beaters, which meant that the final list of players expected to set the stage

Blow To RCB, Overseas Star Denied NoC To Play IPL 2026 By Home Board

Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) could be without the services of pacer Nuwan Thushara for IPL 2026 season after he was denied NoC by Sri Lanka

Govt Cuts Petrol Excise to 3/litre, Scraps Diesel Duty

Petrol excise reduced from 13 to 3 per litre, while diesel duty is brought down from 10 to zero in a major tax relief move.

EU launches investigation into Snapchat over child safety concerns under Digital Services Act

European Union regulators are probing Snapchat. Concerns exist that the platform inadequately protects children. Risks include exposure to predat

MP woman tehsildar held in flood relief scam after Rs 50 L KBC win

Sheopur: A woman tehsildar who gained national fame after winning Rs 50 lakh on the television show Kaun Banega Crorepati was arrested from Madhy

IDF Chief warns military could collapse due to manpower shortage amid West Asia conflict

IDF Chief pushes for new legislative measures, including a conscription law, a reserve duty law and an extension of mandatory military service

US uses uncrewed surface vessels in Iran conflict amid naval tech push

The unmanned boats, capable of surveillance and potential strike roles, are being used for maritime patrols under Operation Epic Fury

Iran hardliners ramp up calls for a nuclear bomb, sources say

Hardline politician Mohammad Javad Larijani, brother of senior official Ali Larijani who was killed in a strike this month, was quoted by state m

Vietnam Waives Green tax to Cut Petrol Prices by a Quarter: Trade Ministry

Vietnam waives fuel tax to curb soaring petrol prices amid global energy disruption

What is Kharg Island and why it matters in Donald Trumps Iran war strategy

Why Kharg Island matters: Irans key oil export hub is now central to US strategy, with Donald Trump considering a ground operation despite risks

Andhra Pradesh electric bus: APSRTCs electric push has staff worried

The State governments drive to replace diesel buses in the APSRTC fleet with electric ones promises a cleaner and quieter future, but it has also

Petrol, Diesel price today (March 27): As Nayara Energy hikes fuel rates across India, check latest rates in Delhi, Mumbai and other cities

Petrol, Diesel price today (March 27): There has been no change in the prices of petrol, diesel across Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata, Chennai and other

TN polls: DMK set to release candidates today, campaign heats up

Chennai: The DMK is likely to release its candidate list on Friday, March 27, signalling a major step in its preparations for the upcoming Tamil

12 With Links To ISIS, Al-Qaeda Arrested. They Met On Gaming App

Investigation revealed that the three accused, Mohammad Rahmatullah Shareef, Mirza Sohail Beg and Mohammad Danish, had formed a group named Al Ma

'Jag Vasant' LPG Vessel Docks At Gujarat Port, Days After Hormuz Passage

Loaded with 47,600 metric tonnes of LPG, Jag Vasant is one of the several such tankers that were stranded in the Strait of Hormuz that Iran has a

Excise Duty On Petrol Cut To Rs 3 From Rs 13, Diesel To Zero From Rs 10

Excise Duty On Petrol Cut To Rs 3 From Rs 13, Diesel To Zero From Rs 10

Oscars to Leave Hollywood in 2029: Academy

The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences said the ceremony, the most important night of the year for the global film industry, would leave

TN elections: DMK likely to release candidate list today

Chennai: The DMK is likely to release its candidate list on Friday, March 27, signalling a major step in its preparations for the upcoming Tamil

Iran War Sparks Global Fertilizer Crunch, Threatens Food Prices

The war halts supplies of key nutrients Iran is seriously limiting shipments through the Strait of Hormuz, a narrow passage that usually handles

Trump says US has already won Iran war; claims navy destroyed, missile capability at 9%

The remarks come amid ongoing diplomatic efforts between Washington and Tehran following recent escalations in West Asia. T

UPTET 2026 Registration Begins Today, Check Application Link, Eligibility, Exam Details

UPTET 2026 Application Form: The commission has said that the site uptet2026.in is fake and advised candidates to only apply through the official

They Asked For 7, I Gave 10: Trump On Iran Strike Deadline Extension

According to Trump, the reason for his so-called generosity in extending the deadline was because Iran was allowing the passage to eight oil tank

Olympic Committee bans transgender women from female events

The International Olympic Committee has said it will reintroduce genetic gender testing to determine eligibility for female events at the 2028 Lo

Iran-Israel war: How many people have been killed in the West Asia conflict?

A major conflict has erupted in the Middle East. The Iran war began after US and Israeli forces struck Iran. This led to retaliatory attacks on I

The war in Iran sparks a global fertilizer shortage and threatens food prices

HANOI, Vietnam, March 27, 2026 (AP) Farmers around the world are feeling the squeeze of the Iran war. Gas prices have shot up and fertilizer sup

Online porn sites putting kids' safety at risk, EU says

Social media platform Snapchat and four adult websites put kids in danger by not enforcing age-limits to access content, according to the Europea

What is Super-K flu? Doctors issue warning as 60 people die due to highly mutated strain ahead of flu season; all you need to know

Australia is grappling with a severe flu outbreak, with over 20,000 cases and 60 potential deaths attributed to the highly mutated 'Super-K' stra

US extends pause on strikes to Iranian energy facilities for 10 days after Iran request: Trump

President Trump said the US would prolong a pause on strikes of Iran's energy facilities for 10 days. He also said talks with Iran were going ver

CBI arrests Mumbai man for Myanmar cyber slavery trafficking

New Delhi: The CBI has arrested the alleged kingpin of a racket trafficking unsuspecting Indian citizens to cyber scam compounds in Myanmar, offi

Indian Army, IITM Pravartak collaborate to accelerate defence indigenisation

The collaboration aims to identify operational challenges, co-develop solutions, and support testing and deployment of advanced systems tailored

BN, RMV Registrar Offices Sealed Over UD Tax Dues

Udaipur, March 27 (Udaipur Kiran): Udaipur Municipal Corporation carried out a major action on Thursday over pending Urban Development (UD) tax,

Mechanic Dies After Pole Falls on Head at Devas Project Site

Udaipur, March 27 (Udaipur Kiran) A mechanic working with Dilip Buildcon Company died after a pillar fell on his head following an accident invo

Both BJP and Congress have failed Gujarat, claims Kejriwal

Jamnagar: The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) on Thursday criticised both the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and the Congress over their governance record in

Delhi NCR Weather update: IMD warns of rainfall and thunderstorms in Delhi today. Check forecast for Noida, Gurugram and Ghaziabad

Delhi NCR Weather Update: According to the India Meteorological Department (IMD), Delhi is likely to experience light rain with thunderstorms tod

Iran Issues Ultimatum to Gulf Hotels Over U.S. Military Personnel

Tehran, March 27: Amid ongoing conflict with Israel and the United States, Iran has issued an ultimatum to hotel owners in Bahrain and the United

Iran Guards say carried out attacks on Israel and US forces in Gulf

Iran's Revolutionary Guards announced Friday they launched missile and drone attacks targeting Israel and US military facilities in the Gulf. The

Gujarat Trader Held in Felspar Powder Scam

Udaipur, March 27 (Udaipur Kiran): Police in Udaipur have arrested a Gujarat-based chemical trader for allegedly cheating a local minerals firm i

U.S. Emphasizes Deeper Ties with Pakistan, Describes Relationship as Complex

Washington, March 27: Senior U.S. lawmakers and officials have highlighted the need for deeper and results-oriented relations with Pakistan, refe

Iran Bans Sports Teams From Attending Games in Hostile Countries

It comes nearly a month after US-Israeli attacks on Iran sparked the Middle East war on February 28.

U.S. Focus on Middle East Raises Concerns for Indo-Pacific Strategy

Washington, March 27: Ongoing conflicts in the Gulf region may undermine the United States Indo-Pacific strategy, raising concerns for countries

U.S. Lawmakers Warn of Rising Space and Nuclear Threats

Washington, March 27: U.S. lawmakers and military leaders have issued a stark warning about the escalating threats from China, Russia, and other

Sabalenka Subdues Rybakina to Reach Miami Open Final

Aryna Sabalenka storms into Miami Open final, sets up clash with Coco Gauff

US moves to raise H-1B wage floors

Washington: The US Department of Labor has proposed new rules to raise wages for foreign workers under H-1B and other visa programmes. The move a

Rajasthan Weather March 29: Statewide Yellow Alert for Storm and Rain

Jaipur, March 27 (Udaipur Kiran): A major weather change is expected across Rajasthan, with a yellow alert issued for March 29 for all districts

Happy Ram Navami 2026: 50+ wishes, images, quotes, greetings and messages to share on the birthday of Lord Rama

Happy Ram Navami 2026 Wishes, Images: Ram Navami's celebration started on March 26 and will go on till March 27 till 10.06 AM. Ram Navami, the bi

Australia Defends Middle East Efforts After Trump Criticism

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese said Australia was in close contact with Gulf states under attack from Iran, providing a surveillance aircraft to

Indian Airlines Cut 10% Flights Amid Iran War. What It Means For Travellers

Nearly three out of every four flights operated by Indian carriers to the Gulf have been cancelled since February 28.

Udaipur Power Cut March 27: 60+ Areas to Face 7-Hour Outage Today

Udaipur, March 27 (Udaipur Kiran): Power supply will remain suspended in more than 60 areas of the city on Friday due to scheduled maintenance wo

Breaking News Live Update: Massive fire engulfs private building in Noida, 15 fire tenders deployed to douse blaze

Mexico's Navy Says Two Boats Ferrying Aid to Cuba Are Missing

The vessels set sail last Friday from Isla Mujeres in Mexico's southeastern state of Quintana Roo and were due to arrive in Havana on Tuesday or

Assembly Elections LIVE: Former BJP T.N. president Annamalai unhappy with constituencies allocated by AIADMK

A Trinamool Congress worker has been shot dead in Kolkata ahead of the West Bengal Assembly elections; Kolkata Police have arrested four people i

'Exhausted And Ready To Come Home': Student Wants To Return To India Amid Visa Concerns

An Indian undergraduate student in the US said they just wanted to return home after being exhausted by job search and visa worries.

Iran-Israel war LIVE: Trump extends deadline for Iran to open Strait of Hormuz to April 6

At least two persons, including an Indian, were killed and three others injured when debris of missiles intercepted by the UAEs air defence syste

British Rock Band Def Leppard Kicks Off India Tour With Electrifying Meghalaya Show

The band is scheduled to perform next in Mumbai and Bengaluru as part of the tour.

Quote of the Day by Carmen Electra: 'For some reason if we hear 100 praises and one criticism...'Inspiring quotes by the American drama series 'Baywatch' star

Carmen Electra's quote, For some reason if we hear 100 praises and one criticism, we focus on that one hurtful thing, highlights our tendency to

US Federal Judge Suspends Govt Sanctions on AI Company Anthropic

The ruling also suspends a Pentagon designation of Anthropic, creator of the Claude AI model, as a national security supply chain risk -- a label

Trump weighs sending another 10,000 ground troops to the Middle East: Report

The Pentagon is looking at sending up to 10,000 additional ground troops to the Middle East to give President Donald Trump more military options

Jury Fines Meta, YouTube Over Addictive Design

Washington, March 27 (Udaipur Kiran): A jury in Washington has ordered penalties against Meta and YouTube, holding the platforms responsible for

LIVE: Israel Military Says Carried Out 'Wide-Scale' Strike on Tehran

U.S. judge blocks Pentagon's Anthropic blacklisting for now

U.S. Defense Secretary Hegseths unprecedented move, which followed Anthropics refusal to allow the military to use AI chatbot Claude for U.S. sur

IDF Chief warns military could 'collapse' due to manpower shortage amid West Asia conflict

Eyal Zamir has warned that the Israel Defense Forces risks collapse due to rising operational strain and a shortage of around 12,000 troops, The

Army puts to test its new Shaurya drone squadron for tank units

The Indian Army is bolstering its armoured regiments with dedicated drone units, 'Shaurya Squadrons', to enhance surveillance, precision strikes,

Crude oil supply for 4 months; LPG production up with shortfall down to 30,000 tonnes/day

No supply gap in crude oil, petrol and diesel. No shortage of LPG

Morning Digest: Trump extends deadline for Iran to open Strait of Hormuz to April 6; trade deal with India close, gaps remain, says U.S. official, and more

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Iran War Live Updates: Iran claims 'legal right' to prevent vessels associated with 'enemy and their allies' through Strait of Hormuz

US Treasury plans to put Trump's signature on new paper currency in first for sitting president

The U.S. Treasury Department announced plans to feature President Donald Trump's signature on all new paper currency, a departure from tradition.

Senior commander of Hezbollah anti-tank array Mohammad Bashir eliminated, says IDF

Israel Defense Forces eliminated Hassan Mohammad Bashir, a senior Hezbollah commander. They also struck Iran's IRGC Navy, eliminating its command

China's top chipmaker has supplied chipmaking tech to Iran military, US officials say

China's top chipmaker, SMIC, supplied chipmaking tools to Iran's military. This development occurred about a year ago. US officials revealed this

Morning Brief Podcast: Can India Truly End Naxalism?

Trump extends pause on striking Iranian energy plants by 10 days; Tehran dismisses proposal

President Trump announced a 10-day pause on attacks against Iran's energy plants, citing ongoing very well talks, though Iran dismissed a U.S. pr

How to watch the iHeartRadio music awards 2026 live: Streaming, channel & full details

The 2026 iHeartRadio Music Awards are set to be a grand event. Ludacris will host the ceremony, celebrating music's biggest stars. Taylor Swift l

Mass funeral held for victims of Kabul drug centre strike

KABUL, March 26: A second mass funeral was held in Kabul on Thursday for victims of a Pakistani airstrike that struck the Omid Addiction Treatmen

Iran-Israel war highlights: Trump delays Strait of Hormuz deadline as Wall Street has biggest loss of war

A day after Tehran dismissed Trumps 15-point ceasefire plan, the President said Iran was begging to make a deal and urged its leaders to get seri

Quote of the day by Halle Berry: 'When I was a kid, my mother told me that if you could not be a good loser, then theres no way you could be a good winner.' Life lessons by Academy Award winning female actor

Quote of the day by Halle Berry highlights life lessons about winning and losing. This explainer covers quote of the day meaning, quote of the da

Def Leppard kicks off India tour in Shillong with electrifying rock show

Nagaland-born Trance Effect opens the evening with a thrilling performance By Our Reporter Shillong witnessed a landmark night for rock music as