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Maharashtra to frame rules to regulate IT sector employment

Labour Minister Akash Fundkar said the framework will address forced resignations, arbitrary layoffs, and grievance redressal

Supreme Court reserves verdict on defining industry under Industrial Disputes Act

The bench is reviewing the 1978 Bangalore Water Supply case and whether government social welfare activities count as industrial, while also asse

Thunderstorm forecast for 14 Telangana districts on March 20

Partly cloudy sky may cover Hyderabad and its surrounding areas the next 24 hours

Renewable energy push raises land, livelihood concerns: experts

They were speaking at a webinar hosted by the Climate Change Media Hub of the Asian College of Journalism

Major Decline in Indian Stock Market Amid Middle East Crisis

Mumbai, March 19: Following three consecutive sessions of gains, the Indian stock market closed significantly lower on Thursday. Concerns over ri

Man arrested for theft attempt on M.G.R. University campus

Elite Force Officer Shot Dead in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa

Islamabad, March 19: An elite force officer, Assistant Sub-Inspector Bacha Yusuf Khan, was shot dead by unknown gunmen in the Manobanda area of G

Crude Oil futures rise 74 to 9,067 per barrel; Brent touches $116

Brent Crude futures crossed $116 per barrel in the overseas trade as fresh attacks on key energy infrastructure in the region heightened fears of

Mumbai to witness mainly clear sky, temperatures to hover around 32 degrees Celsius

The city is expected to remain largely dry, with only isolated light rain possible in some areas during the morning hours

Excise Policy Case: HC Gives More Time To Kejriwal, Sisodia To Respond To ED Plea To Expunge Remarks

New Delhi, Mar 19: The Delhi High Court on Wednesday granted time till April 2 to former chief minister Arvind Kejriwal, his deputy Manish Sisodi

The US says its winning in Iran. Time to act like it

The White House appears to have rushed into war with Iran, and now faces the challenge of ending it. Despite significant airstrikes, the regime r

SBI Foundation Conclave deliberates on urban ecosystem conservation

Swapan Dhar, Managing Director, SBI Foundation, said collaboration across sectors, institutions, and communities is necessary for effective clima

TTD priests render Vedasirvachanams on CM Naidu and Governor

Life-saving numbers: what the 2026 U.S. cholesterol guidelines mean for everyone

The new guidelines make a bold statement: begin active screening and treatment from age 30: not 40 or 50. Over 80% of cardiovascular disease is p

Dubais PropTech Shift - Trust, Data and Scale | Rakesh Mavath

Thoothukudi Class 12 girl murder: one person arrested

The 17-year-old girl reportedly went missing on March 10 after she went to a nearby scrub jungle area around 6 p.m.

HDFC Bank a strong institution with strong fundamentals: Fin Min official

NEW DELHI, Mar 19:A day after HDFC Bank Chairman Atanu Chakraborty resigned on ethical concerns, a top Finance Ministry official on Thursday said

RG Kar rape victims mother eyes BJP ticket in West Bengal polls

Kolkata: The mother of RG Kar victim on Thursday, March 19, said she wants to contest the West Bengal Assembly election as a BJP candidate, asser

'If Warsh isn't confirmed by May': Fed keeps rates unchanged, Powell signals he wont step down yet

Deadly overnight storm in Pakistan's largest city Karachi, kills 21 and leaves several injured; watch video

Karachi witnessed tragedy as heavy rains and strong winds claimed at least 21 lives. Walls, roofs, and trees collapsed across the city. The most

Shocking! Deadly storm batters Karachi, multiple fatalities reported

Indias oilmeal export to China jumps 20-fold to 7.79 lakh tons in 11 months of FY26: SEA

NEW DELHI, Mar 19: Indias oilmeal exports to China surged over 20-fold to 7.79 lakh tonnes in the first eleven months of this fiscal, following h

Dhurandhar: The Revenge movie review: A loud, violent spectacle that forgets to breathe

Ranveer Singhs soul-baring performance salvages Aditya Dhars exhausting revenge saga, which doubles down on propaganda and pugnacity, but itshalf

NASA set for Artemis rocket rollout in Florida: Heres how to watch live

The Artemis 2 mission is set to become NASAs first crewed journey toward the Moon since the Apollo programme concluded in 1972. Unlike its predec

Mahindra Lifespace Developers aims Rs 3K cr revenue from new housing project in Mumbai

NEW DELHI, Mar 19: Realty firm Mahindra Lifespace Developers Ltd is expecting a revenue of around Rs 3,000 crore from its new housing project in

Parthajit De appointed Director (Finance) of SJVN

NEW DELHI, Mar 19: State-owned SJVN Ltd on Thursday said it has appointed Parthajit De as its Director (Finance) for five years from March 19, 20

Loud blasts, warning alerts in Riyadh: India urges citizens to remain calm

Riyadh: The Embassy of India in Saudi Arabia on Thursday, March 19, advised Indian citizens to remain calm and follow official safety guidelines

OMC stocks slump as crude jumps to USD 114 per barrel

NEW DELHI, Mar 19: Shares of oil marketing companies plunged on Thursday as the escalating tensions in West Asia drove crude oil prices sharply h

China calls killing of Irans Larijani, leaders unacceptable

We have always opposed the use of force in international relations. The acts of killing Iranian state leaders and attacking civilian targets are

Study presents framework for detecting early sign of diabetes from smartwatch data

Identifying insulin resistance -- a key sign of diabetes -- could possibly enable simpler interventions and, ultimately, reduce the downstream bu

Akhilesh Yadav Disrespects Sanatan Culture, Claims Jayveer Singh

Lucknow, March 19: The recent incident in Varanasi, where non-vegetarian biryani was served on a boat in the Ganges, has sparked controversy once

Indore tragedy: why do EV batteries catch fire? | Explained

A common cause of EV battery fires is an event called a thermal runaway

Notorious Robber Arrested in Welcome Area of New Delhi

New Delhi, March 19: The police in New Delhis Welcome area have achieved a significant breakthrough by arresting a notorious robber. Authorities

This Amravati farmer was earning Rs 150 per month, now invited to speak at Oxford University about his Rs 15-crore agri business

Ravindra Metkar, a farmer from Maharashtra, transformed his earnings of Rs 150 a month into a Rs 15-crore agricultural enterprise by focusing on

Friends save 6-year-old from kidnapping attempt in Telangana, police deny

Hyderabad: Four six-year-old boys thwarted what could have been a kidnapping attempt in Sangareddy towns Dwarka Nagar Colony on Thursday, March 1

Friends save 6-year-old from kidnapping attempt in Telanagna, police deny

Hyderabad: Four six-year-old boys thwarted what could have been a kidnapping attempt in Sangareddy towns Dwarka Nagar Colony on Thursday, March 1

73 Rajya Sabha MPs Declare Criminal Cases; 31 Billionaires: ADR Report

NEW DELHI, Mar 19: Around 32 per cent of sitting Rajya Sabha MPs have declared criminal cases against themselves, while 14 per cent are billionai

Gardner Embraces Fearless Return Ahead of 100th T20 Match

New Delhi, March 19: Australias womens cricket team vice-captain Ashley Gardner is rekindling the fearless spirit that marked the start of her ca

Hyderabad: Electric vehicles for SC youth with up to 90 pc subsidy

Hyderabad: Young men and women from the Scheduled Caste (SC) can apply for electric two-wheelers and three-wheelers with up to 90 per cent subsid

Airbus seeks Pratt & Whitney damages over engine delays, sources say

Airbus is escalating a dispute with engine maker Pratt & Whitney. The aircraft manufacturer is seeking damages over delayed engine shipments. Thi

IIT Delhi Launches Comic Book to Make Material Science Engaging for Students

New Delhi, March 19: IIT Delhi has embarked on a creative initiative to bring the world of material science to life through cartoons, stories, an

NTK manifesto pitches decentralised governance, anti-drug measures, and Tamil-centric policies

The manifesto proposes a major administrative overhaul, including the creation of multiple functional capitals across Tamil Nadu to ease pressure

More than 150,000 uncounted COVID-19 deaths occurred early in the pandemic, a study finds

A new study says the early U.S. COVID-19 death toll is much higher than official counts, and that there were disparities in which deaths were mis

Panel urges Sainik Schools to guide students towards defence and allied careers

The panel emphasized holistic development, faster approvals for new schools, and fee support for economically weaker students to broaden access a

Mamata Banerjees Exit from West Bengal Confirmed, BJP Set for Majority: Janardan Singh Sigriwal

Patna, March 19: The announcement of elections in West Bengal has sparked a wave of statements from political leaders. BJP MP Janardan Singh Sigr

Indias Recent FTAs Transforming SMEs into Global Competitors, Experts Say

New Delhi, March 19: Indias focus on free trade agreements (FTAs) and digitalization is rapidly enhancing the competitiveness of small and medium

National Commission for Women issues summons to Sanjay Dutt, Nora Fatehi in Sarke Chunar row

The Commission said the content prima facie appears to be sexually suggestive, objectionable, and violative of provisions under the Bharatiya Nya

Strengthen Your Legs: Combat Pain with Simple Exercises and Dietary Changes

New Delhi, March 19: The changing weather significantly impacts our bodies. A weak immune system can lead to various health issues. Many individu

Political interference of the highest order: Mamata on transfer of 50 officials

Kolkata: West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Thursday, March 19, expressed alarm over the arbitrary removal of more than 50 senior offi

BJP Reintroduces Kummanam Rajasekharan as Candidate Amid Internal Turmoil in Kerala

Thiruvananthapuram, March 19: The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has made a strategic move to quell internal dissent by reintroducing senior leader

Social media uproar over 'sexually suggestive' Sarke Chunar song reaches parliament

Sexually suggestive lyrics in the song Sarke Chunar Teri Sarke' have caused controversy across the country.

Telangana Cyber Security Bureau on going online with confidence

A cyber hygiene workshop conducted by the Telangana Cyber Security Bureau for women journalists had practical tips that can empower all women in

Jay Chous New Album Children of the Sun Set for Release, Pre-orders Launched on Tencent Music Entertainment Groups Platforms

Firing at traders residence in M.P., 10 Crore threat issued; Bishnoi Gang named in post

The incident took place on Monday (March 16) at Bhilgaon under Kasrawad police station limits, about 50 km from the district headquarters. Securi

Setting up Rythu Discom Fast-Tracked; License Application Filed on Ugadi

TGRPDCL has submitted an application to the Telangana Electricity Regulatory Commission (ERC) on the auspicious occasion of Ugadi on Thursday

Gautam Gambhir Takes Legal Action Against AI Deepfake Misuse

New Delhi, March 19: Gautam Gambhir, the head coach of the Indian cricket team, has filed a civil lawsuit in the Delhi High Court. He seeks full

HCC wins Rs 1,662 crore BMC contract for Goregaon-Mulund Link Road

The Aakshya-HCC joint venture, where HCC holds 49%, will execute the project, aimed at improving East-West connectivity in Mumbai. H

20-yr-old woman dies by suicide after pet cats death in Hyderabad

Hyderabad: Losing a pet can be a deeply distressing experience, often hard to express the grief. Himabindu, a 20-year-old college student in Hyde

Gulf states request urgent debate at UN Human Rights Council over Irans strikes on civilians and energy infrastructure

A note sent by the Gulf states describes the ballistic missile and drone strikes against them as a serious concern for international peace and se

Congress MP Criticizes Kangana Ranauts Comments in Lok Sabha

New Delhi, March 19: Congress MP Sukdev Bhagat has responded to BJP MP Kangana Ranauts remarks against Leader of the Opposition Rahul Gandhi in t

GATE Result 2026 Declared: IIT Guwahati released the results at gate2026.iitg.ac.in; check steps to download, scorecard validity and more

GATE 2026 Result Out: IIT Guwahati has released the GATE Result 2026. Candidates can now access and download their scorecards from the official w

Par panel on commerce recommends creating Capital Expenditure Efficiency Framework to monitor projects

Panel also urges measures to boost overseas patent filings, enhance export competitiveness, and promote international trade settlements in Indian

Snake venom case: SC quashes FIR, proceedings against YouTuber Elvish Yadav

New Delhi: The Supreme Court on Thursday, March 19, quashed an FIR and subsequent proceedings against YouTuber Elvish Yadav who was arrested for

S&P/ASX 200 drops sharply as Australian shares fall to 4-month low on Middle East war escalation, inflation fears and mixed labour data; check top gainers and losers

Australia's benchmark stock index, the S&P/ASX 200, closed at its lowest in nearly four months on Thursday, dropping 1.65% amid escalating Middle

Climate action could help prevent over 13.5 million deaths due to air pollution by 2050: Study

Climate action to limit global warming to 2 degrees Celsius results in more than 13.5 million avoided premature deaths from air pollution between

Mamata Banerjee Accuses Election Commission of Unprecedented Political Interference

Kolkata, March 19: West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has launched a fierce attack on the Election Commission, alleging that it is taking

Gautam Gambhir moves Delhi High Court against deepfakes, seeks Rs 2.5 crore damages

Cricketer Gautam Gambhir has filed a lawsuit in Delhi High Court. He seeks protection for his identity against fake videos and unauthorised use o

Telangana Govt Sanctions Rs.594 Cr for Expansion of 5 Roads in Khammam

The five crucial roads will be upgraded into four-lane highways in the district: Bhatti

NTRs Trainer Reveals Secrets Behind His Weight Loss for Dragon

The transformation reflects NTRs commitment to his craft, as he continues to reinvent himself physically for demanding roles, further raising ant

The inheritance of a win: Arkapaw bags historic Oscar while Indian women cinematographers confront bias

As Autumn Durald Arkapaw becomes the first woman cinematographer to pick up an Academy Award, Indian female DOPs weigh in on the long road to equ

India Celebrates Significant Decline in Child Mortality Rate, Praised by UN Report

New Delhi, March 19: A recent United Nations report highlights a remarkable decline in child mortality rates in India. The UN has commended the c

India in talks with Russia, Belarus, Morocco to boost fertiliser imports, sources say

India is in talks to boost fertilizer imports from Russia, Belarus, and Morocco due to Middle East tensions and China's export curbs. With the su

HDFC Bank chairman quits over 'ethical' concerns, shares fall

The chairman of India's biggest private bank has resigned over incompatible ethics, the lender said in a notification to Indian stock exchanges.

West Bengal supplementary voter list triggers high-level security meeting

A crucial meeting took place at Calcutta High Court. Chief Justice Sujoy Paul led discussions on judicial officer safety and West Bengal's law an

Ghosts in the darkness: Waiting for lions at Sasan, Gir

Between pre-dawn jeep rides, long silences in the brush and hours of watching the forest, Indias last refuge of Asiatic lions slowly reveals why

Number of Telangana RSS 'shakhas' rises to 3,400

Five-member gang caught for hunting wild boar in Penuballi mandal

Hyderabad: Forest officials have apprehended a group of five people for allegedly hunting a wild boar on Peddacheruvu hillock in Tallapenta villa

Suvendu Adhikari Claims Mamata Banerjee Will Lose by 25,000 Votes in Bhawanipur

Kolkata, March 19: The West Bengal Assembly elections have been announced. Political parties, including TMC, BJP, and Congress, are gearing up fo

Govt Classifies Energy Data As National Security Matter; Mandates Disclosure Across Oil, Gas Chain

New Delhi, Mar 19: The government has classified energy data as a matter of national security, mandating all entities across the oil and gas valu

Poll battle: EC revokes deputation of Kolkata Police Commissioners as Central Observers

The Election Commission of India has withdrawn two police commissioners from observer duties in Tamil Nadu. Muralidhar Sharma of Bidhannagar and

Dhurandhar 2 creates history on BookMyShow, beats Pushpa 2

Hyderabad: Ranveer Singhs much-awaited film Dhurandhar: The Revenge has taken a flying start at the box office, even before the Eid weekend begin

Cricket and Cinema Crossover: Tilak Varma Meets Ram Charan on Peddi Sets

Sources say Tilak was highly impressed not only by the scale of the action but also by the emotional depth in the scenes.

Congress Leaders Support Governments West Asia Policy Amid Internal Disagreements

New Delhi, March 19: Internal differences within the Congress party have come to light as two prominent MPs, Shashi Tharoor and Manish Tewari, vo

India appoints Vikram Doraiswami as next Ambassador to China

Mr. Doraiswami is currently the High Commissioner of India to the United Kingdom

Fact check: How fake images from Iran misled media outlets

AI-generated Iran war images fooled international media outlets, including DW, exposing how easily manipulated images can infiltrate global newsr

RSS Must Step Up Social Media Outreach: Bhagwat

Nagpur, Mar 19: RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat on Thursday said the organisation needs to increase its activism on social media as its work continues to

Delhi EV policy explained: Up to Rs 1 Lakh incentive, 100% exemption on road tax till 2030 to boost clean mobility

Delhi Electric Vehicle policy explained: The Delhi government is set to introduce a new policy aimed at accelerating electric vehicle adoption by

Bird flu confirmed in Keralas Alappuzha; 5,961 birds to be culled

In view of bird flu outbreak, public has been urged to remain vigilant. Officials say any unusual mass death of birds should be reported to neare

Dhan announces launch of the all-new Trading Terminal - DEXT T3, designed especially for Super Traders in India

Anushka Shettys Team Dismisses Marriage Rumours, Urges Respect for Privacy

Anushka Shettys approach to her career and life, the statement noted that she has always maintained dignity and has never relied on publicity gim