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Animals are not props: Russian photographer blasted for painting elephant pink in Jaipur

Russian travel photographer Julia Buruleva is facing backlash in India after posting social media images of hiring locals to paint an elephant pi

Pallavi Payengs Inspiring Journey: A Mothers Sacrifice at Khelo India Tribal Games

Raipur, March 30: For any mother, being away from her child is incredibly challenging. However, life sometimes forces us to make tough decisions,

Zaman, Afridi And Raza Deny Ball-tampering Charges in Pakistan Super League

Zaman was charged by match referee Roshan Mahanama with a Level 3 offence under Article 2.14 of the PSL Code of Conduct for Players and Player Su

Bill to ensure social security and welfare for gig workers passed in Telangana Assembly

As per the bill, aggregators must contribute 1 to 2% of their transaction value to a State-managed welfare fund

China sanctions Japanese lawmaker close to Prime Minister Takaichi over ties to Taiwan

TOKYO, Mar 30: China announced Monday that it is sanctioning a conservative Japanese lawmaker close to Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi, accusing hi

Watch: Yumna Zaidi insulted on TV; Maya Ali, Hania Aamir react

Islamabad: Theres lighthearted television, and then there are moments that unexpectedly stir controversy. What was meant to be a fun and festive

Trump warns Iran to keep Strait of Hormuz open or face US action

In a social media post, Trump said the US could target Irans oil wells, power plants and Kharg Island if a deal is not reached soon

9 killed in Paks Khyber Pakhtunkhwa due to heavy rain

PESHAWAR, Mar 30:Nine people, including eight children, have died and 47 others injured due to heavy rain across Pakistans northwestern Khyber Pa

Senior TNCC leaders oppose move to allot Pennagaram seat to G.K.M. Tamil Kumaran

He is the son of former PMK president G.K. Mani

Word of the Day: Logomachy

Logomachy is more than just a rare word; it is a reflection of how language can both illuminate and obscure. By naming a specific kind of unprodu

Indias Industrial Growth Rate Reaches 5.2% in February

New Delhi, March 30: Indias industrial growth rate, based on the Index of Industrial Production (IIP), increased to 5.2% in February, up from 4.8

Rupee breaches 95/USD level; settles at 94.78 against US dollar

MUMBAI, Mar 30:The rupee on Monday breached the 95/USD-mark in intra-day trade on Monday and settled at 94.78 (provisional) against the American

Delhi police arrest Lashkar-e-Taiba commander

Shabbir Ahmed Lone is accused of plotting terror attacks in India.

Stock markets slump over 2 pc as West Asia war enters 5th week; end FY26 with losses

MUMBAI, Mar 30: Equity benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty ended the last trading session of the 2025-26 fiscal year sharply lower on Monday as th

Short Bouts Of Vigorous Activity Daily Could Lower Risk Of 8 Major Conditions: Study

NEW DELHI, Mar 30: Just a few minutes of vigorous activity each day may lower ones risk of eight major conditions, including arthritis, heart, li

Deputy Commissioner of Commercial Tax GST caught taking 6 lakh bribe by Karnataka Lokayukta

The complainant had approached the Lokayukta alleging that a GST officer had demanded a bribe to clear a pending tax-related matter

'Sab ko tok ka Thanda kar diya...': Mahua Moitra takes a jibe at Amit Shah on Left-Wing Extremism discussion in LS

'Cuba is NEXT': Trump drops BOMBSHELL, says 'they're going to fail within short period of time'

Want to join these swap groups in Chennai?

This initiative encourages participants to consider doing a swap on household items that might have outgrown their home but still has a place in

Gunmen Execute Land Dealer in Broad Daylight in Muzaffarpur

Muzaffarpur, March 30: In a shocking incident in Muzaffarpur, Bihar, armed assailants brazenly shot and killed land dealer Prabhakar Singh on Mon

Government, RBI measures ensure seamless rural credit flow: Finance Ministry

The Reserve Bank of India and the Finance Ministry are working to boost rural credit. Measures are in place to ensure ample liquidity for the eco

Suvendu Adhikari Files Nandigram Nomination, Predicts Decisive BJP Win in Bengal

Two other BJP candidates from the district also filed their nominations along with Adhikari.

SDPI demands restoration of embarking facility for Haj pilgrims in Mangaluru

On an average, 1,300 pilgrims from Dakshina Kannada embark on Haj pilgrimage every year, according to SDPI

Delhi weather today: 5 reasons why Delhi-NCR is experiencing hot weather in the morning and cloudy in the evening

Delhis unusual weather on March 30, 2026hot mornings followed by cloudy eveningsis driven by a powerful Western Disturbance interacting with inte

India-Russia joint film production projects on cards to consolidate cultural bonds

India and Russia are deepening their cultural ties through new film collaborations. Gazprom-Media Holding is producing films entirely in India, s

Tensions Rise in Khunti, Jharkhand Following Violent Clashes During Ram Navami Celebrations

Mumbai, March 30: Tensions have escalated in Khunti district, Jharkhand, following violent clashes between two groups during the Ram Navami proce

Explosion triggers major fire at chemical unit in Satara MIDC, heavy losses reported

Officials said the exact cause of the explosion is under investigation

April 2026 School Holidays List: From Good Friday to Dr Ambedkar Jayanti, check full calendar and summer vacation updates

April 2026 marks a significant transition for Indian students, ushering in a new academic session with fresh syllabi and learning objectives. The

Delhi Court Sends LeT Handler Shabir Ahmed Lone To 5-Day Police Custody

New Delhi, Mar 30: A Delhi court on Monday sent suspected Lashkar-eTaiba (LeT) handler Shabir Ahmed Lone to five days of police custody. Judicial

Top 5 Batsmen with the Most Centuries in IPL History

New Delhi, March 30: The Indian Premier League (IPL) has been a spectacle of boundaries and sixes, thrilling fans across the globe. Heres a look

'Orange clown will leave White House': Tim Walz erupts at 'No Kings Protest', calls Trump 'DICTATOR'

Watch: Rahul Gandhi: PM Modi has been compromised by US and Donald Trump

Why are US stock market futures up, and will Dow Jones, S&P 500 and Nasdaq stay green or turn red again? Wall Street futures rise, stocks to watch out for, analysts insights, market outlook and what should investors do now

Why are US stock market futures up, and will Dow Jones, S&P 500 and Nasdaq stay green or turn red again? Futures moved higher after a recent mark

6 reasons a headless snake can still bite and move

Discover the chilling biological reasons why a snakes body continues to move after decapitation. From decentralized nervous systems to low metabo

Iran Denies Direct Talks with the U.S., Claims Pakistan Initiated Dialogue

Tehran, March 30: Iran has firmly rejected any notion of direct negotiations with the United States. During a press briefing on Monday, Foreign M

J&K Legislative Assembly Announces Election Schedule for Three Financial Committees

Jammu, Mar 30: The Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly Secretariat on Monday issued a notification regarding the upcoming elections for three

Tejashwi Yadav claims Nitish Kumar resigned as MLC under BJP pressure

Tejashwi Yadav alleged that Nitish Kumar resigned from his MLC post due to pressure from the Bharatiya Janata Party. The move follows Kumars elec

NASAs Artemis II mission: Full timeline of the 10-day Moon journey

NASAs Artemis II mission will send four astronauts on a 10-day journey around the Moon, marking the first crewed lunar mission since Apollo and t

Kiren Rijiju alleges poll Hijack in West Bengal, moves Election Commission of India

Sikkim sets up round-the-clock LPG monitoring system over supply worries

Sikkim has set up 24x7 LPG control rooms across districts to ensure smooth distribution and prevent black marketing amid concerns linked to the S

Israel Knesset passes Budget, giving Benjamin Netanyahu govt more time

Israels Knesset passed a key budget, allowing Benjamin Netanyahus government to avoid early elections and continue its term. The move drew critic

Congress flags Registrar Generals remarks, says no reason for bulldozing Constitution amendment bills

Census Commissioner Mritunjay Kumar Narayan urges people to give accurate information to Census enumerators.

Vijay follows footsteps of Tamil Nadu politicians with a penchant for dual contests

TVK leader to contest two urban seats in debut election; precedent set by Jayalalithaa, who once contested four seats; PT, DMK, Congress leaders

Why China is Restarting Flights to North Korea Now?

China has for decades been by far North Korea's main trading partner and a key source of diplomatic and economic backing for the country of 26 mi

PM Modi says infiltration in Assam is a national security issue, not just polls

PM Modi said that the state saw a long span of instability but things changed over the past decade as the party`s double-engine government made e

J&K High Court Forms 3-Judge Panel Led By Justice Sanjeev Kumar On Shetty Commission

JAMMU, Mar 30: The High Court of Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh has constituted a committee of three judges to examine and recommend steps for impl

Rigzin Spalgon Gets Addl Charge Of Director Housing & Urban Local Bodies Ladakh

LEH, Mar 30: The Administration of Union Territory of Ladakh has assigned additional charge of Director, Housing and Urban Local Bodies, to Rigzi

Indian Rupee Surpasses 95 Against Dollar for the First Time

New Delhi, March 30: The Indian rupee has crossed the 95 mark against the dollar for the first time, reaching a new low of 95.2 on Monday. Howeve

Kerala polls: On SDPI votes, CPIs Binoy Viswam says party hasnt explicitly rejected any and all votes welcome

Rejecting allegations of CPI(M)-BJP deal, Viswam says the real understanding is between BJP and Congress

Kerala Assembly polls 2026: Preparations underway to ensure flawless surveillance of sensitive booths in Kozhikode

The list of sensitive and critical polling stations will be released soon to intensify safety measures with the support of the Central Armed Poli

Telangana Assembly Passes Bill for Welfare, Social Security of Gig Workers

Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy held a meeting with aggregators and unions, following which the government prepared a draft Bill that was placed i

Quote of the Day: Wisdom from Zhuangzi - 'The right way to go easy is to forget the right way, and forget that the going is easy.

The quote Easy is right suggests aligning actions with internal harmony rather than forcing effort. It advocates for a natural flow, where stoppi

LG Sinha Attends Closing Ceremony Of Vande Mataram Special Phase In Jammu

Jammu, Mar 30: Vande Mataram is our identity, strength, and vow. It is not just verses but a profound experience woven into our civilizations fab

Retired Army Brigadier shot dead during morning walk in Uttarakhand

According to officials, firing broke out during an argument between people travelling in two vehicles, and a stray bullet hit the Brigadier while

6 healthy superfoods to avoid for proper weight loss

Navigate your weight loss journey in 2026 by identifying the six superfoods that might be stalling your progress. While nutritionally dense, food

Nepal Protesters Seek Release of Detained Ex-PM

Release KP Oli, around 300 protesters chanted. Scrap the commission report.

Impact of Iran Conflict: Major Economic Threats for Bangladesh and Pakistan

New Delhi, March 30: According to a report by S&P Global Ratings, the ongoing crisis in the Middle East poses significant risks for South Asian n

Pune weather: IMD orange alert issued, what about next weeks rain forecast?

Maharashtra, including Pune, Mumbai, and Thane, faces significant weather shifts with orange alerts issued. Expect light to moderate rain, thunde

Lok Sabha takes up discussion on efforts to free country from left-wing extremism

NEW DELHI, Mar 30: The Lok Sabha on Monday held a discussion on efforts to eliminate left-wing extremism, with members debating progress and past

Suvendu Adhikari files nomination from Nandigram, says BJP will register decisive victory in Bengal

The BJP has fielded him from the two seats in a high-profile electoral battle against the ruling Trinamool Congress

Private Members Bills Assessed On Merits, Not Opposed Routinely: CM Omar Abdullah

JAMMU, Mar 30: Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Monday said the government does not oppose any private members bills without due

Maharashtra govt vows to ensure 100% PNG connectivity for industries in Pune

Maintaining industrial production amid the current war-like situation is crucial for the states economy

Kerala CM accepts Satheesans debate challenge ahead of polls

Thiruvananthapuram: With days left for the crucial Assembly elections, Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan on Monday, March 30, accepted Leade

Star Trek Season 3: Will the Starfleet Academy make a comeback? Heres what Paramount revealed

The future of Star Trek: Starfleet Academy has been sealed, with Paramount+ confirming the series will conclude with Season 2. Despite early prom

Vaishnaw warns electronics manufacturers of losing incentives if targets not met

Gives 15-day deadline to the industry to update on 4 key parameters -- product design, Six Sigma standards, talent development and local sourcing

Lok Sabha Passes Insolvency Amendments, FM Eyes Higher Stakeholder Value

IBC has been amended seven times so far.

KSCA to conduct open selection trials for Mysuru zone in April to identify talented young cricketers

The initiative aims to provide aspiring players an opportunity to showcase their skills and gain professional training under the academy system

Movie-to-menu: When The Princess and the Frog came to the table in Chennai

From gumbo to beignets, a Disney classic reimagined as a five-course meal experience

DMK is a strong voice of dissent as BJP targets regional parties, says MP Thamizhachi Thangapandian

On actor Vijays political entry, she questioned his strategy and ideological clarity

Tejashwi Yadav Claims Nitish Kumar Resigned Under BJP Pressure

Patna, March 30: Tejashwi Yadav, leader of the Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD), accused Chief Minister Nitish Kumar of being forced to resign from his

Govt Taken Steps To Mitigate Risks Arising From West Asia Conflict: MoS Finance

Seven new empowered groups have been constituted to undertake swift and far-reaching action on supply chains, petrol-diesel, fertilisers, gas and

Why Addressing Learning Gaps Early Can Help Change A Childs Future

Recently, P&G Shiksha announced that it is now impacting 1 crore children across India

BULLET & DRONE PROOF, fake windows, SECRET BUNKER!: Trump shows off new White House Ballroom plan

Stock Markets Slump Over 2 Pc as West Asia War Enters 5th Week

Weak trends in Asian markets and unabated foreign fund outflows also added to the bearish trend in domestic equities

Indian Electronics Firms Must Invest in Product Design to Receive Government Support, Asserts Ashwini Vaishnaw

New Delhi, March 30: Indias Electronics and Information Technology Minister, Ashwini Vaishnaw, made it clear on Monday that companies involved in

NDA, opposition spar in Lok Sabha over efforts to free country of Naxalism

Lok Sabha members debated left-wing extremism. BJP and NDA members criticized the previous UPA government's handling of Naxalism. Congress member

Tough Times Ahead for the Rupee. Rs 100 to a Dollar is As Good As Done

'The rupee seems to be in a big hurry. It is galloping towards touching 100 anytime,' writes Subhash Chandra Garg.

TN Polls: Vijay files nomination from Perambur in Chennai

Chennai: TVK chief, actor-politician Vijay on Monday, March 30, filed his nomination to contest Assembly polls from Perambur constituency in Chen

Young Cricket Sensation Vaibhav Suryaanshi Gears Up for IPL 2026 with Rajasthan Royals

New Delhi, March 30: Vaibhav Suryaanshi, a 15-year-old cricket prodigy from Bihar, is ready to make his mark in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2

Opposition members in Rajya Sabha hit out at Centre over CAPF Bill

Opposition lawmakers in Rajya Sabha are strongly opposing a new bill. They argue it attempts to bypass a Supreme Court ruling on IPS officer depu

IPL 2026: When I Was Picked By RR, My Goal Was To Play My Game in Powerplay, Says Sooryavanshi

Turning out for RR last season, Sooryavanshi played seven matches, scoring 252 runs, including a blistering 35-ball century and a strike rate exc

Who are Chiraiyas reel-life husband and wife? Meet Siddharth Shaw and Prasanna Bisht, the DUAmity duo going viral

JioHotstar's 'Chiraiya' is captivating audiences with its six-episode run, tackling marital rape with raw intensity. Directed by Shashant Shah, t

How did Sania Mirza tell her son about divorce? She reveals

Hyderabad: Indian tennis icon Sania Mirza has always maintained a dignified silence around her personal life, especially following her separation

Major Drug Bust in New Zealand Links to Indira Gandhis Assassins Nephew

Wellington, March 30: New Zealand has witnessed its largest drug seizure to date, bringing renewed attention to Baltej Singh, the nephew of Satwa

Factchecker Mohammed Zubairs Ramnavami posts blocked in India

Alt News co-founder and factchecker Mohammed Zubair, who, days ago, shared a series of posts purportedly showing communal violence in West Bengal

Fears of US ground assault drive oil spike amid IranIsrael escalation

Iran carried out new strikes targeting a water desalination plant in Kuwait, following attacks over the weekend on its own electrical infrastruct

A war of losers; US govt has been bought: Jeffrey Sachs on West Asia Conflict

Government has taken steps to mitigate risks arising from West Asia conflict: Ministry of Finance

India's government is actively addressing the West Asia crisis. New groups are formed to tackle supply chains and energy. Measures are in place t

When I was picked by RR, my goal was to play my game in the powerplay: Sooryavanshi

After dominating the powerplay, he aims to value his wicket and push the total towards 200, making it tough for opponents to chase, he said

Ten held for illegally selling gas cylinders at inflated prices in Banjara Hills; cylinders were stored at a graveyard

A total of 414 cylinders were seized