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2026 Assembly Elections See Sharp Rise In Booths, Changing Voter Landscape

The Election Commission of India today announced the polling schedule for the 2026 Assembly elections in Assam, Kerala, Tamil Nadu, West Bengal and Puducherry.

15 Mar 2026 11:23 pm
Win-Win For Ladakh: Sonam Wangchuk's Wife On Revocation Of NSA

The Centre on Saturday revoked activist Sonam Wangchuk's detention, freeing him after 170 days of detention.

15 Mar 2026 11:21 pm
Headlamps On, Runners Take On World's Deepest Marathon Over 3,000 Feet Underground, Set World Record

Fifty-five runners from 18 countries participated in a certified marathon spanning 42.195 kilometres.

15 Mar 2026 10:55 pm
Man Confronts Students Throwing Paper From School Bus, Viral Video Sparks Debate

The viral video highlights the need for awareness and education about maintaining cleanliness and respecting public spaces.

15 Mar 2026 10:53 pm
Tale Of 2 Phases: Why Bengal's Poll Schedule Helps Trinamool, Challenge BJP

The Election Commission of India's announcement of the 2026 Assembly election schedule has produced an unusually sharp electoral contrast in West Bengal, the only state voting in just two phases.

15 Mar 2026 10:53 pm
Will Himanta Sarma's Son Join Politics? What Assam Chief Minister Said

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has made it clear that he will not ask his son to join politics. The chief minister, also known as the BJP's strategist in the northeast, said his son is doing law and he expects him to do well in his field.

15 Mar 2026 10:46 pm
Will Bring Hindu Leaders From Congress: Himanta Sarma Charts Path To Polls

We will bring all Hindu leaders from the Congress to BJP, he said at an event today, claiming that 70 per cent of Congress leaders still follow him.

15 Mar 2026 10:45 pm
Venus And Jupiter To Appear Side By Side In Rare Sky Show This Summer

Looking westward with binoculars or telescopes immediately after sunset can be risky, as accidentally looking directly at the sun can cause serious eye damage.

15 Mar 2026 10:06 pm
Savings Were Barely Rs 20,000: Viral Post Highlights Bengaluru Man's Struggle With Rs 1.5 Lakh Salary

The social media post highlights the challenges faced by many professionals in Bengaluru, where high salaries are often offset by steep living costs.

15 Mar 2026 9:47 pm
Andhra Pradesh SSC Exams 2026 Starting Tomorrow Check reporting Time, Hall Ticket Guidelines

The Andhra Pradesh SSC exams 2026 start on March 16 and run until April 1, with the first language paper on day one. Exams are held from 9:30 am to 12:45 pm in single shifts daily.

15 Mar 2026 9:44 pm
Infiltration To Eviction: Issues Likely To Dominate Assam Election Campaign

With the schedule for the Assam assembly elections now out, a host of issues are likely to dominate the campaign rhetoric of political parties in the run-up to the polls.

15 Mar 2026 9:30 pm
I Am Dead... For Coffee: Netanyahu Responds To Death Rumours In New Video

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu released a video on X after conspiracy theories circulated on social media claiming he had been killed in an Iranian strike.

15 Mar 2026 8:48 pm
Indian-German Couple Reveals Why They Chose To Move From Germany To India, Internet Reacts

In an Instagram post, the couple revealed that they picked India because of its rich culture and traditions.

15 Mar 2026 8:40 pm
Iran Fires 'Dancing Missile' For 1st Time In This War: All You Need To Know

Iran on Sunday launched a series of advanced missiles targeting Israeli and US positions, including the Sejjil missile, which has been used for the first time since the war began on February 28, Iranian news outlet PressTV reported.

15 Mar 2026 8:30 pm
Rajasthani Folk Artists Turn Routine Security Check At Jodhpur Airport Into Musical Moment

This performance transformed the airport security process into a unique and unforgettable experience.

15 Mar 2026 8:16 pm
Ayushman Bharat Boosts Cancer Care Access But Needs Major Budget Increase, Finds Study

The FinCan study, conducted by oncologists and health economists, provided fresh insights into the programme's strengths and pointed out opportunities to supercharge its impact.

15 Mar 2026 8:11 pm
Video: Massive Tornado Ravages Odisha Town, 1 Dead, 70 Houses Damaged

A powerful Nor'wester tornado caused widespread destruction in Odisha's Mayurbhanj district on Sunday, damaging dozens of houses and leaving several people injured.

15 Mar 2026 7:49 pm
Almonds To Walnuts: The Ideal Time To Eat Each Nut For Maximum Benefits, According To A Nutritionist

Nutritionist Richa Doshi talked about the importance of timing your nut consumption to maximise their health benefits

15 Mar 2026 7:43 pm
Best Jobs In India For Freshers In 2026: High-Growth Roles That Don't Require A Tech Degree

The Indian job market in 2026 offers numerous opportunities for freshers from non-technical backgrounds in fields like digital marketing, content writing, HR, sales, and customer support.

15 Mar 2026 7:40 pm
Violinist Sunita Bhuyan On Music, Legacy And The Power Of Seven Notes

Violinist Sunita Bhuyan says every milestone in her musical journey traces back to three towering influences - her mother Minoti Khaund, maestro Bhupen Hazarika, and the discipline of the seven classical notes.

15 Mar 2026 7:34 pm
Astronomers Detect Exceptionally High Alcohol Levels In Interstellar Comet 3I/ATLAS

The comet contains higher levels of this simple alcohol than almost all known comets from our solar system.

15 Mar 2026 7:22 pm
NDTV Assam Power Play: How Women Power Brings Positive Change

A multigenerational panel traced how women in Assam are moving from inherited roles to self-defined identities, an arc shaped by financial autonomy, cultural assertion and the decentralising force of digital platforms.

15 Mar 2026 7:16 pm
Misinformation Is The New Disease: Tackling Vaccine Myths In India

Vaccines remain one of the safest and most effective tools in modern medicine, and addressing misinformation is critical to protecting public health.

15 Mar 2026 6:24 pm
All About Model Code Of Conduct And Its Rules For 2026 Assembly Elections

The Election Commission of India on Sunday announced the schedule for assembly elections in four states and one Union Territory. The Model Code of Conduct came into immediate effect across all five regions following the announcement.

15 Mar 2026 5:22 pm
Why Bengal Is Voting In 2 Phases Instead Of 8 Like Last Time

West Bengal Election Date Announcement: Why Bengal Is Voting In 2 Phases Instead Of 8 Like Last Time

15 Mar 2026 5:13 pm
Bengal Votes In 2 Phases Instead Of 8 Like 2021, Results On May 4

The high-voltage election in West Bengal will be held in two phases, on April 23 and April 29, and the counting of votes will take place on May 4

15 Mar 2026 5:01 pm
Longing For Thicker And More Voluminous Hair? Nutritionist Shares Natural Remedies For Healthy Hair

Nutritionist Nmami Agarwal lists natural remedies that may help promote thicker and more voluminous hair.

15 Mar 2026 4:54 pm
Pet Shop Owner In China Finds Cat With Heartfelt Note And Cash Left By Elderly Man

The message also assured the owner that if his surgery was successful and he recovered, he could come and meet Laibao at any time.

15 Mar 2026 4:39 pm
CBSE Revaluation vs Verification: Which Option To Choose And What It Really Changes

Students can request a photocopy of their evaluated answer sheets to decide on revaluation. Applications must be submitted online within the CBSE's announced schedule and fee structure.

15 Mar 2026 4:37 pm
Tamil Nadu Election Dates Live Updates: Tamil Nadu Votes On April 23, Counting On May 4

Tamil Nadu Election Dates Live Updates: Assembly elections in Tamil Nadu will be held on April 23. The counting is on May 4, the Election Commission has announced.

15 Mar 2026 4:36 pm
'Cyber Widowhood' In China Sparks Debate Over Emotional Bonds With AI Partners

The latest trend in China has raised concerns about the blurring of lines between human and AI relationships.

15 Mar 2026 4:34 pm
Kerala Goes To Polls On April 9, Results Out On May 4

Kerala, which was recently rechristened as Keralam, will vote in a single phase on April 9. The votes for the 140-member assembly will be counted on May 4.

15 Mar 2026 4:33 pm
Instead Of Divorce, Thai Woman Tries To Lease Cheating Husband To Mistress For Rs 85,000 A Month

The woman revealed that her husband, a police officer, had been having a long-term affair and had even moved into the other woman's apartment.

15 Mar 2026 3:49 pm
War In The Making: How Trump's Actions Pushed Sensitive Iran Ties To Edge

A look back on Trump's words and actions during his two Presidential terms pertaining to Iran could easily allude to the early makings of a crisis almost a decade ago.

15 Mar 2026 3:47 pm
Mamata Banerjee's Big DA Move Shortly Before Bengal Poll Dates Announcement

West Bengal Election Dates Live Updates: Mamata Banerjee's Big DA Move Shortly Before Bengal Poll Dates Announcement

15 Mar 2026 3:44 pm
Assam Is No 1 In Implementation Of New Criminal Laws: State Top Cop Harmeet Singh

Assam Director General of Police Harmeet Singh told NDTV the state force is number 1 in implementation of the new criminal laws that were introduced two years ago.

15 Mar 2026 3:43 pm
'Congress Default Setting For Assam, Country': Pawan Khera To NDTV

The Congress is the default setting for Assam and for the rest of the country, and the people will go back to it, senior party leader Pawan Khera said at the NDTV Assam The Great Brahmaputra Dialogue

15 Mar 2026 3:34 pm
Indian Navy Agniveer, Sailor Recruitment Started For 2027 Batch, Here's How To Register

Indian Navy Agniveer, Sailor Recruitment 2026: The selection process for the posts includes the INET (Indian Navy Entrance Test) as the first stage, followed by a physical fitness test, written examination, and recruitment medical examination.

15 Mar 2026 3:29 pm
Iran's Kharg Island Attack Triggers Panic In China: Why It Matters To Beijing

The escalating war, especially the attack on Iran's Kharg Island, has put Beijing in a panic mode - leading to drivers rushing to fill their vehicles' tanks and causing long queues at the gas stations.

15 Mar 2026 3:27 pm
Jyotiraditya Scindia Inaugurates Integrated 'Phygital' Service Centre To Boost Healthcare, Education Services In Rural Areas

Jyotiraditya M. Scindia said that the newly launched Integrated Phygital Service Centre will help realise the vision of Prime Minister Narendra Modi to deliver healthcare, education, agriculture, financial and e-governance services.

15 Mar 2026 3:26 pm
Not Just Oil, Iran War Puts The Gulf's Water Supplies At Risk Too

Desalination plants are crucial for countries across the Gulf, where natural freshwater sources are extremely limited.

15 Mar 2026 3:24 pm
Perplexity's Aravind Srinivas Says AI Could Change How Computer Science Is Taught

Aravind Srinivas endorsed a post on X by a physics and AI/ML student that argued large language models (LLMs) are automating routine coding tasks.

15 Mar 2026 3:22 pm
Abandoning Thorium As Energy Source Is Suicidal For India, Scientist Warns

By fully operationalising the thorium fuel cycle, India can insulate itself from global turbulence, reduce external dependence, and secure a stable energy future essential for economic growth and national resilience.

15 Mar 2026 3:15 pm
150 Tonnes Of Expired Food, Adulterated Paneer Seized In Major Food Raids Across Two States

Large quantities of expired and adulterated food were seized and destroyed in Jaipur and Jharkhand during recent food safety raids.

15 Mar 2026 3:13 pm
Ukraine Wants Money, Technology For Helping Middle East Against Iran Drones: Zelensky

Gulf states have expended large quantities of air-defence missiles to counter Iran's attack drones and have sought Ukraine's expertise in downing them.

15 Mar 2026 3:13 pm
Maharashtra State CET Law 2026 Application Deadline Today For Five Year LLB Programme

The MH CET Law 2026 5-Year LLB application window closes today; candidates must complete their registration on the official State CET Cell website before the deadline.

15 Mar 2026 3:02 pm
Nutritionist Recommends Hemp Seeds For Vegetarians, Says It Is A Complete Source Of Protein

According to Deepsikha Jain, hemp seeds offer complete protein and brain-boosting benefits that every vegetarian should try.

15 Mar 2026 3:00 pm
120 kmph In Hyundai Verna At Night, Shooting Speeding Reels. 2 Die In Crash

Shortly before the accident, the man in the driving seat, Avadh Tiwari, had posted videos of him speeding the car, reportedly a Hyundai Verna, at about 120 kmph on Instagram.

15 Mar 2026 2:58 pm
Omar Abdullah Shares Glimpses Of 'Asia's Largest Tulip Garden' In Srinagar

Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah shared glimpses of Asia's largest tulip garden in Srinagar which he said looked vibrant even before the full bloom. He appreciated gardeners and the Floriculture Department team for their hard work.

15 Mar 2026 2:51 pm
Your Brain Treats The City Like a Temple: Indian Techie On Singapore's Cleanliness Culture

In an Instagram video, Aman revealed how his habits and outlook have gradually changed since moving to Singapore.

15 Mar 2026 2:28 pm