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AIADMK expels Dusi K. Mohan after TVK announces his candidature in Cheyyar

A communication from AIADMK general secretary Edappadi K. Palaniswami said Mr. Mohan's actions violated party discipline and brought disrepute to the organisation

29 Mar 2026 3:05 pm
Mysuru airport announces revised flight schedules

The update effective from March 29 as part of the Summer Schedule aims to streamline operations and enhance passenger connectivity

29 Mar 2026 2:55 pm
Nashik court extends 'godman' Ashok Kharat's police custody till April 1

Ten FIRs, eight for alleged sexual assault or exploitation and two for cheating, have so far been registered against him at Sarkarwada police station in the city.

29 Mar 2026 2:53 pm
29 Mar 2026 2:44 pm
BJP to score hat-trick in Assam, to come to power for third term in row: Nitin Nabin

The BJP president Nabin also attacked the previous Congress governments for allegedly engaged in vote bank politics instead of developing the State

29 Mar 2026 2:44 pm
Class four student murdered, grandmother injured in attack

The boys grandmother, G. Lakshmi (68), suffered critical injuries and was admitted to a hospital in Vijayawada

29 Mar 2026 2:24 pm
Mann Ki Baat: Chhattisgarh farmers water conservation efforts earn praise; Vishnu Deo Sai calls it proud moment

Chhattisgarh Chief Minister, who listened to the broadcast at his official residence, noted that the indigenous 'Aawa Pani Jhonki' model has become a national benchmark for grassroots innovation

29 Mar 2026 2:22 pm
Tamil Nadu CM Stalin to begin his election campaign in Tiruvarur on March 31

Mr. Stalin will address a meeting on South Street near the Tiruvarur Thyagarajaswamy Temple and cover the Mannargudi, Tiruvarur, Kizhvelur, Nannilam and Thiruthuraipoondi constituencies on the same day.

29 Mar 2026 2:14 pm
Watch: Iran war widens as Houthis join fight, U.S. sends more troops

The Iran war is entering a dangerous new phase. Yemens Houthi rebels have launched fresh attacks on Israel, opening a new front in the conflict and raising fears of a wider regional war.

29 Mar 2026 1:21 pm
Strengthening of Penna River flood wall essential: Nellore MP, MLA tell Amit Shah

The leaders presented the need to fortify the existing walls and to form new bunds wherever necessary to prevent the raging river from gushing into the adjoining fields during the monsoon season

29 Mar 2026 1:19 pm
Venezuelas Maduro thanks supporters in first online post from U.S. prison

Nicolas Maduro is only allowed to communicate by phone with his family and lawyers for a maximum of 15 minutes per call, a source said

29 Mar 2026 1:19 pm
Nepal's former Energy Minister arrested in money laundering probe

The announcement came a day after ex-Prime Minister K.P. Sharma Oli and former Home Minister Ramesh Lekhak were arrested over their alleged roles in a deadly crackdown on anti-corruption protesters in September.

29 Mar 2026 1:02 pm
Jojos Bizarre Adventure fans flood Netflix with memes and curses, as Steel Ball Run release schedule remains a mystery

A record-breaking debut has spiralled into digital revolt, as Steel Ball Run fans wage meme warfare on Netflix with demands for a missing Episode 2

29 Mar 2026 1:02 pm
Matka King: Vijay Varmas Prime Video series gets a release date; teaser out

The series traces the fictional journey of an enterprising cotton trader who creates a new gambling system, dubbed Matka

29 Mar 2026 12:51 pm
Joe Kent | The rebel within

The former soldier who has resigned as the National Counterterrorism chief over the war on Iran says Israel and its powerful lobby led the U.S. into the conflict

29 Mar 2026 12:48 pm
Mercedes Antonelli wins Japanese Grand Prix to take lead

Charles Leclerc of Ferrari was third with George Russell of Mercedes in fourth. McLaren's Lando Norris was fifth with sixth for Lewis Hamilton of Ferrari at the Suzuka circuit in central Japan on a clear, sunny spring afternoon.

29 Mar 2026 12:46 pm
TVK chief Vijay to contest from Perambur, Tiruchi East constituencies making electoral debut in T.N. Assembly election

TVK general secretary Bussy N. Anand will contest from T. Nagar in Chennai, while K.A. Sengottaiyan will test the waters from his home turf, Gobichettipalayam. Aadhav Arjuna will contest from Villivakkam, K.G. Arunraaj from Tiruchengode and C.T.R. Nirmal Kumar from Thirupparankundram.

29 Mar 2026 12:40 pm
ACB traps Panchayat Raj AEE, Works Inspector in Vizianagaram

The accused reportedly demanded a 1.30 lakh bribe to clear the pending bills for the construction works taken up under the Gram Panchayat General Funds and the 15th Finance Commission Fund

29 Mar 2026 12:34 pm
Kerala Assembly elections: Full list of LDF candidates

The Kerala Legislative Assembly elections are scheduled to take place on April 9, 2026 and will be held in a single phase to select 140 members of the Assembly

29 Mar 2026 12:27 pm
NCLAT rejects BSE pleas on Demat account freezing during insolvency

BSE had contended that the NCLT does not have any jurisdiction under Section 60 (5) of the IBC Code to adjudicate on the issues, which are within the Securities Law Framework and Sebi Circulars

29 Mar 2026 12:26 pm
Consumer panel asks Ola Electric to replace consumer's faulty scooter,

The commission was of the view that the consistent dropping of the battery level and other issues that arose from the first ride showed the vehicle was defective.

29 Mar 2026 12:14 pm
Mann ki Baat: PM Modi urges citizens to jointly face challenges emerging due to West Asia war

In his Mann ki Baat, the Prime Minister said a fierce war has been raging in our neighbourhood for over a month.

29 Mar 2026 12:03 pm
Energy price surge poses new challenges for Indias real estate sector

Rising crude oil and natural gas costs are increasing construction expenses and disrupting material supply, creating uncertainty for developers and homebuyers

29 Mar 2026 11:56 am
U.S., Israeli strikes hit Iran port city near Strait of Hormuz: state media

A series of loud explosions was heard on Sunday (March 29, 2026) across the Iranian capital

29 Mar 2026 11:54 am
Tamil Nadu Assembly election 2026: Tiruvallurconstituency grapples with connectivity, traffic issues

Residents of Tiruvallur constituency want the new bus stand to be opened for public useat the earliest; traffic congestion remains key concern; farmers inPerambakkamregion hit by falling groundwater level

29 Mar 2026 11:15 am
Mohammad Bagher Zolqadr | Ascent of the Guardsman

The rise of the former IRGC commander as the Secretary of Irans National Security Council suggests the Guards are tightening their grip on Irans state machinery

29 Mar 2026 11:10 am
Breaks ensured I stay fresh and excited: Kohli

Virat Kohli's 38-ball 69, studded with five sixes and as many fours, powered Royal Challengers Bengaluru to a comfortable six-wicket win over Sunrisers Hyderabad in the IPL season opener on March 28

29 Mar 2026 11:07 am
Ashwin signs San Francisco Unicorns for Major League Cricket 2026

Taking on the mantle as the first Indian-capped player to compete in Major League Cricket is a major responsibility that I fully embrace, says Spinner Ravichandran Ashwin

29 Mar 2026 11:03 am
Iran Guards say struck Bahrain, UAE aluminium plants

Aluminium Bahrain, one of the worlds largest aluminium producers, said two employees were wounded in an Iranian strike targeting its facility on Saturday (March 28, 2026)

29 Mar 2026 10:57 am
Armstrongs wife and AIADMK candidate A. Porkodi hopes to win Thiru.Vi.Ka. Nagar constituency

Contesting as AIADMK candidate, Porkodi hoped to get justice for the murder of her husband Armstrong

29 Mar 2026 10:57 am
North Korea conducts engine test for missile capable of targeting U.S. mainland

The test likely indicates Mr. Kim is intent on enlarging and modernising an arsenal of missiles capable of reaching the United States mainland.

29 Mar 2026 10:44 am
Watch: Close fight on the cards in the hilly tracts of Peravur | Kerala Election 2026

A prestigious electoral battle is unfolding in Peravur, a hilly region in Kannur, where KPCC president and sitting MLA Sunny Joseph is seeking the peoples for a fourth term

29 Mar 2026 10:24 am
40 pilgrims injured as bus rams into tree in Uttar Pradesh's Mau

The accident occurred around 1.30 a.m. on the Ratanpura-Mubarakpur road under the Haldharpur police station area when the driver lost control of the bus and rammed it into a roadside tree, police said.

29 Mar 2026 10:24 am
As parties intensify efforts to woo voters, power art takes centre stage in Chennai

The lace garlands woven by the artisans in Chintadripet take on a new character ahead of elections, writes R. Ragu

29 Mar 2026 10:14 am
Why is there controversy over the Central Armed Police Forces (General Administration) Bill?

Why was the Bill introduced in the Rajya Sabha? Why is there opposition to it? What is the governments justification?

29 Mar 2026 10:09 am
Car hits pedestrians in central England city, driver arrested: police

Although we know this will be alarming, we would like to reassure people that we do not believe there is an ongoing risk to the public, the Derby police said in its Facebook post.

29 Mar 2026 9:54 am
Assembly Elections LIVE: PM Modi to hold roadshow in Thrissur today

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit Thrissur on Sunday, March 29, as part of the National Democratic Alliances (NDA) Assembly election campaign, with a 900-m roadshow planned along the Swaraj Round.

29 Mar 2026 9:28 am
Free and ethical press plays a crucial role in democracy, says A.P. CM

journalists should lead the fight against fake news, says Naidu

29 Mar 2026 9:24 am
T.N. Assembly election: Former Ministers B. Valarmathi, S. Gokula Indira in AIADMKs final list of candidates

In the final list of 17 candidates announced, AIADMK named two former Ministers

29 Mar 2026 9:24 am
Excited Buttler rejuvenated for IPL after horror T20 World Cup

Buttlers slump in form has left a question mark over his future in Harry Brooks England side, but the 35-year-old said he retained his motivation for the game

29 Mar 2026 9:09 am
IPL 2026 RCB vs SRH: No words for Kohli, says RCB captain Rajat Patidar after emphatic win

Opposition skipper Kishan admitted his side lost momentum at key moments but acknowledged Kohli's decisive role in the chase

29 Mar 2026 8:54 am
Pedro Sanchez | Europes only anti-war Prime Minister

The Spanish leader, who describes Israels atrocities in Gaza as genocide, has characterised the U.S.-Israel war on Iran as a violation of international law, becoming the only European head of government to publicly reject the war on principle

29 Mar 2026 8:30 am
The Indian scientist couple history forgot and the new study bringing their Jeewanu back to life

A new research finding brings an old experiment exploring lifes origins back into public memory, while also rekindling interest in forgotten scientists Krishna Bahadur and S. Ranganayaki

29 Mar 2026 8:26 am
Kerala Assembly Polls 2026: Inflation, a major talking point ahead of polls

The spike in food prices has emerged as a major concern for the public. A long-standing welfare architecture in Kerala has attempted to cushion the effects of inflation, especially for the vulnerable. However, a few experts have raised doubts about the effectiveness of the State governments market intervention measures

29 Mar 2026 8:24 am