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In Big Relief For Fliers, Centre Says No Selection Fee On 60% Seats

Keep Atleast 60% Seats On Flights Free Of Cost: Government Tells Airlines

18 Mar 2026 9:55 am
'Us Needs No Help': Trump Fumes At NATO Over Iran War Pushback

US President Donald Trump said on Tuesday that NATO and most other allies have rejected his calls to help secure the Strait of Hormuz, grousing that he has been unable to rally support behind his war of choice in Iran

18 Mar 2026 9:54 am
Response To Meningitis Outbreak In The UK Shows Why Contact Tracing Is Key To Containment

A deadly meningitis outbreak in the UK has triggered rapid contact tracing and preventive treatment. Experts say this public health tool is crucial to contain infections, identify exposed individuals and stop outbreaks before they spread further.

18 Mar 2026 9:46 am
Gold, Silver Prices Edge Higher Today: Check Rates In Your City

Gold, Silver Prices Today: In the domestic market, 24-carat gold rose by Rs 10 to Rs 1,58,090 per 10 grams.

18 Mar 2026 9:40 am
Delhi University Launches 'Coffee With VC' Initiative For Direct Talks With Students

Delhi University News: The Coffee with Vice-Chancellor programme was organised at the VC's office, and is expected to see many more sessions in the days to come, DU officials said on Tuesday.

18 Mar 2026 9:20 am
Ali Larijani, Killed Along With His Son, Had Opposed Mojtaba's Elevation

Ali Larijani, a veteran politician who helped lead Iran's wartime efforts against the US and Israel, was killed in an Israeli airstrike, Iranian state media confirmed. He was 67.

18 Mar 2026 9:18 am
CBSE Opens List Of Candidates Window For Class 10 Second Board Exams 2026

CBSE Class 10 Second Board Exams 2026: Schools have been advised to encourage students willing to appear for the second examination to submit their LOC in the first phase to aid advance planning.

18 Mar 2026 8:44 am
Iran Says Its Defence Won't Fall After Ali Larijani's Killing. Here's Why

Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has said that the killing of top Iranian officials, including security chief Ali Larijani, will not be a setback for the government in Tehran.

18 Mar 2026 8:29 am
Sensex Today, Stock Market LIVE Updates: Sensex, Nifty Likely To Open In Green For 3rd Straight Day

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

18 Mar 2026 8:28 am
Cousin Lovers Safe In Florida After Statewide Ban On Marriage Fails

A Florida bill to ban first-cousin marriage failed after the larger health bill containing it died in the state House of Representatives.

18 Mar 2026 7:33 am
2 Israelis Killed In Iranian Airstrikes In Tel Aviv

Iran War: Israeli authorities have confirmed that two civilians in their seventies, a couple, were killed in the Iranian attack a short time ago in Ramat Gan, near Tel Aviv.

18 Mar 2026 7:25 am
Yes, I'm Alive: Netanyahu Debunks Death Rumours In New Clip With US Envoy

Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has released another video message, this time alongside US Ambassador to Israel Mike Huckabee, dismissing viral conspiracy theories falsely claiming he had been killed during the ongoing conflict with Iran.

18 Mar 2026 7:19 am
US Hits Iran Missiles Near Hormuz With 5,000-Pound 'Bunker Buster' Bombs

In the first major action to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, the US military has said it had hit Iranian missile sites near the critical waterway with some of the most powerful bombs in the American arsenal.

18 Mar 2026 7:14 am
After Australia, Brazil Moves To Restrict Social Media For Under-16s

Brazil began implementing new measures on Tuesday to restrict minors' access to social media and prevent them from viewing violent or illegal content.

18 Mar 2026 5:53 am
1,600 Indians Return On 5 Qatar Airways Flights Amid Airspace Curbs

Around 1,600 Indian nationals travelled to India on five Qatar Airways flights on Tuesday, even as the airline continues to operate limited services due to restrictions on Qatar's airspace, the Indian Embassy here said.

18 Mar 2026 5:38 am
Iran Says Strait Of Hormuz Won't Return To Pre-War Norm As War Intensifies

Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf has warned that the situation in the Strait of Hormuz will not return to its pre-war state.

18 Mar 2026 4:10 am
Israel Vows To Neutralise Iran's New Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei

Israel's military on Tuesday vowed to hunt down and eutralise Iran's new supreme leader Mojtaba Khamenei, after saying it had killed the Islamic republic's powerful national security chief in an airstrike.

18 Mar 2026 3:30 am
Achieved Martyrdom: Iran Confirms Death Of Security Chief Larijani

Iran's Supreme National Security Council on Tuesday confirmed the death of its chief Ali Larijani, after Israel said it had killed him in an air strike.

18 Mar 2026 3:14 am
Ground Report: Amid Commercial Gas Concerns, Some Eateries Shut, Food Costs More

A growing LPG crisis in the national capital is forcing small vendors and eateries to shut down operations, while customers are left grappling with rising food prices.

17 Mar 2026 10:54 pm
Viral Kitten That Looked Like 'Inflated Balloon' Due To Rare Medical Condition Finally Recovers

The kitten named Zoe suffered from a condition called subcutaneous emphysema.

17 Mar 2026 10:41 pm
Cannot Support Iran War In Good Conscience: Top Trump Official Resigns

Joseph Kent, the head of the United States' National Counterterrorism Center, has resigned from his position over the US-Israel war against Iran.

17 Mar 2026 7:44 pm
'What Good Is My Win If Ladakh Loses?' Sonam Wangchuk After Release From Jail

The innovator-activist walked out of Jodhpur Central Jail on Saturday after the Centre revoked his detention under the National Security Act (NSA).

17 Mar 2026 7:43 pm
Israel Claims Killing Of Iran's Wartime 'Khamenei'. Who Was Ali Larijani?

Israel said Tuesday it had killed Iran security boss Ali Larjiani, a senior politician and Revolutionary Guards Corp veteran, and the country's de facto wartime chief following the death of Supreme Leader Ayatollah Khamenei

17 Mar 2026 7:41 pm
NASA Shares Image Of Pinwheel Galaxy Highlighting Its Vast Structure

It is located about 25 million light-years from Earth in the constellation Ursa Major.

17 Mar 2026 7:39 pm
Jawahar Navodaya Summer Bound Class 6 Result 2026 Out: Check Steps To Download The Scorecard

Navodaya Vidyalaya Samiti has announced the JNVST Class 6 result for 2026. Students can check their results on the official website and must complete document verification for admission.

17 Mar 2026 7:33 pm
Senior Assam Leader Threatens To Quit Congress Over Poll Nomination

Senior Congress leader and Lok Sabha MP Pradyut Bordoloi has warned the party leadership that he may resign from the Congress if Lahorighat MLA Asif Mohammad Nazar is renominated for the upcoming Assam Assembly elections.

17 Mar 2026 6:12 pm
Trump's Delay Of Summit With Xi Jinping Comes As A Win For China

US President Donald Trump's request for a delay to his summit with Chinese leader Xi Jinping is a likely welcome development for Beijing, even as it threatens to inject new uncertainty into ties between the world's two largest economies.

17 Mar 2026 6:11 pm
Sudan Clinics Face Medicine Stock-Out Due To Conflict In Middle East

Sudan's three-year conflict has displaced millions of people and triggered one of the world's largest humanitarian crises.

17 Mar 2026 6:02 pm
Trinamool's Latest Line-Up Has 2 Ministers Who Ran Into 'Messi' Problem

The Trinamool Congress has given tickets to contest the West Bengal assembly election to two leaders who ran into a controversy over an event featuring footballer Lionel Messi in December 2025.

17 Mar 2026 6:00 pm
After Years Of Travel, US Woman Opens Museum With Over 38,000 Antique Spoons, Sets World Record

Her collection includes specimens from different periods and places around the world, showcasing the art of silversmithing.

17 Mar 2026 5:49 pm
Trinamool Announces Candidates For 2026 Bengal Polls: Check Full List

The Trinamool Congress has released its candidate list for the 2026 West Bengal Assembly Election. Party chief and Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee announced that the party will contest 291 out of 294 seats.

17 Mar 2026 5:48 pm
History Repeats Itself In Nandigram Where Suvendu Adhikari Faces His Ex-Aide

A top leader versus a former aide -- this was the script that played out in Bengal's Nandigram in the last assembly election, with dramatic results. This time, it is about a see a reprise, with an aide of the sitting MLA -- the BJP's Suvendu Adhikari

17 Mar 2026 5:46 pm
Struggling With Summer Heat? Here Is How Drinking Coconut Water And Amla Shots Could Boost Hydration

Coconut water and amla shots could be the way to deal with the rising temperatures. Here is who each of them individually and together could offer cooling for your body from the inside.

17 Mar 2026 5:45 pm
Trump Claims Surprise Over Iran Retaliation Against Gulf Allies Despite Warning

President Donald Trump was warned that attacking Iran could trigger retaliation against US Gulf allies despite his claims on Monday that Tehran's reaction came as a surprise, said a US official and two sources familiar with US intelligence reports.

17 Mar 2026 5:37 pm
Yoga, Cardio Or Strength Training: Which One Is Most Effective For Shedding Belly Fat?

Exercise helps burn calories, enhances metabolic rate, and can lead to weight loss, which often includes fat loss from the abdominal area.

17 Mar 2026 5:34 pm
Hormuz Escape Route Suggests Ships Navigating On Iran's Terms

Since US and Israeli attacks began a little over two weeks ago, Iran has hit several ships in and around the strait, and all but closed the waterway.

17 Mar 2026 5:30 pm
Exiled Iran Prince Reza Pahlavi Backs Noble Prize Winner To Lead Justice Panel

The exiled son of Iran's last shah announced a new committee on Monday to lay the groundwork for a future truth commission in Iran and named Nobel laureate Shirin Ebadi to lead it.

17 Mar 2026 5:30 pm
'BJP, Poll Body Responsible If Anything Happens In Bengal': Mamata Banerjee

The West Bengal chief minister said the upcoming election is not just about forming a government but protecting the identity and existence of Bengal.

17 Mar 2026 5:30 pm
RBSE Class 5 And 8 Board Examination Results To Be Declared On March 24

The Rajasthan School Education Department will declare RBSE Class 5 and 8 board exam results on March 24, 2026, accessible online via official portals.

17 Mar 2026 5:30 pm
Specially-Abled Bihar Girl's School Struggle Sparks Outrage After Tricycle Breaks Down

The incident has triggered criticism online, with many questioning the quality of support provided to vulnerable beneficiaries.

17 Mar 2026 4:46 pm
GATE 2026 Result On March 19: Check Top 20 Engineering Institutes

GATE 2026 Result: The GATE 2026 exam was conducted in two shifts on February 7 and February 15, 2026. The morning shift ran from 9:30 am to 12:30 pm and the second shift from 2:30 pm to 5:30 pm.

17 Mar 2026 4:44 pm
US-Based Family Plans To Move To Pune For Slower Life And Better Future

The man believes that coming to India will give him a chance to take a break from work for some time, after which he will be able to decide on the next step in his career.

17 Mar 2026 4:43 pm
Opinion: In Numbers: The Curious Reason Iran Eased Down Its 'Drone Swarms' After March 9

Based on the data compiled, we can bucket the strike pattern broadly into three distinct phases: an initial saturation attack, a sustained drone attrition campaign, and a sudden decline in attack intensity.

17 Mar 2026 4:33 pm
First Batch Of Indians Back, Many Still Stuck As Azerbaijan Shuts Iran Border

As the war broke out on February 28 with massive bombing on Tehran, borders were closed, flights were suspended and communications were severely hit.

17 Mar 2026 4:30 pm
Mamata Banerjee vs Suvendu Adhikari: Bengal's Biggest Fight Now In Kolkata

Bengal Elections 2026: Mamata Banerjee To Contest From Kolkata's Bhabanipur Against Ally-Turned-Rival Suvendu Adhikari

17 Mar 2026 4:26 pm
7 Surprising Ways Khus Khus Acts As A Natural Coolant

Khus khus dissolved in water is a traditional Indian cooling drink that can help you beat the summer heat. Here is why you need to consume khus khus in the right manner to get the cooling and health benefits.

17 Mar 2026 4:15 pm
Rahul Gandhi's Conduct Inappropriate In Parliament, Say 200 Ex-Officials

Hundreds of retired bureaucrats and former military officers have accused Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi of undermining the dignity and decorum of parliament and demanded an apology from the Congress leader.

17 Mar 2026 4:12 pm
Ground Report: NDTV Visits Cafe Where Netanyahu Shot Video After Death Rumours

A cafe in Israel's Jerusalem has become a subject of intense speculation on social media in connection with the whereabouts of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.

17 Mar 2026 4:11 pm
Hormuz Shutdown Affects Asia's Crude Oil Supply, Pipelines Can't Cover Loss

Around 20 million barrels of oil a fifth of the world's seaborne crude ships through the Strait of Hormuz every day but that volume has been severely limited following US and Israel attacks on Iran, which has geographic control of the passage.

17 Mar 2026 3:04 pm
Woman Killed After 60-Foot Iron Bridge Collapses Into Drain In Delhi

A 60-foot iron bridge over a drain collapsed in north Delhi's Roop Nagar area on Tuesday morning, killing a woman, officials said.

17 Mar 2026 3:04 pm