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SRDC to be renamed, irregularities under AAP to be probed: CM Rekha Gupta

During the meeting, the board reviewed Shahjahanabad Redevelopment Corporations functioning under the previous government

Seven dead, 92 inmates infected with herpes virus at overcrowded Jalpaiguri correctional home

About 92 inmates have been infected in the outbreak of the Herpes Simplex Virus between August 20, 2025 and March 9, 2026. Seven persons infected

Preserve Jammus rich heritage, connect new generation to their roots: LG

Calls upon youth to serve literature, culture Excelsior Correspondent Jammu, Mar 13: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Friday urged the practiti

VK Saxena takes oath as 4th LG of Ladakh, pledges sustainable development

Excelsior Correspondent LEH, Mar 13: Vinai Kumar Saxena today took oath as the fourth Lieutenant Governor of the Union Territory of Ladakh at a c

Societys active role crucial for empowerment of divyangjans for Viksit Bharat: President Murmu

NEW DELHI, Mar 13 : President Droupadi Murmu on Friday called for the active involvement of society in the empowerment of persons with disabiliti

China to provide USD 200,000 for victims of bomb attack on Iranian school

BEIJING, Mar 13: China on Friday said it will provide USD 200,000 in emergency humanitarian assistance to the students killed in an airstrike on

India evaluating US Section 301 probe against 16 trading partners

NEW DELHI, Mar 13: India is evaluating the US announcement to initiate investigations under Section 301 against 16 trading partners, and will res

Trump says Iranian supreme leader Mojtaba Khamenei alive but likely damaged

WASHINGTON, Mar 13: US President Donald Trump said he believes Irans newly appointed supreme leader, Mojtaba Khamenei, is still alive but may hav

SAI to hold induction trials for STC Jammu from Mar 16

Excelsior Sports Correspondent JAMMU, Mar 13: The Sports Authority of India (SAI) Training Centre Jammu, in collaboration with the Jammu and Kash

No separate NEET-PG reservation for Ladakh in AIQ: Centre *4% quota given in J&K since 2022

Govind Sharma JAMMU, Mar 13: The Union Government today said that there is no provision for any separate reservation for Ladakh in the All India

NC MPs meet Prez Murmu, seek restoration of statehood

Protection of job rights among other demands Excelsior Correspondent NEW DELHI, Mar 13: National Conference MPs in the Rajya Sabha on Friday met

Darjeeling DM transferred days after protocol lapse row during President Murmus visit

The administrative reshuffle came hours after reports surfaced that the Home Ministry was considering seeking the services of the two officers in

Uttam Nagar clash: Delhi police issue takedown notices against inflammatory content

During the course of the probe, authorities also found that some individuals were allegedly attempting to mobilise funds by circulating misleadin

Is Israeli PM dead or does Benjamin Netanyahu has six fingers, and where is Zionist leader? Viral video claims, death rumors explained. See if Netanyahu is safe

Is Israeli PM dead or does Benjamin Netanyahu has six fingers, and where is Zionist leader became a viral question after a video triggered AI cla

SKIMS revamps Cancer Consortium to strengthen research

Irfan Tramboo SRINAGAR, Mar 13: The Sher-e-Kashmir Institute of Medical Sciences (SKIMS), Soura, has reconstituted the Cancer Consortium for the

AIIMS Jammu performs complex surgery on patient with large adrenal tumor

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Mar 13: The Department of Surgical Oncology at All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) Jammu has successfu

Nurturing Future Leadership Program concludes at IIM Jammu

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Mar 13: The Indian Institute of Management Jammu concluded the Nurturing Future Leadership Program (NFLP) Batch 1

BSNL pensioners welfare reviewed in Ganderbal

Excelsior Correspondent SRINAGAR, Mar 13: Senior officials of the Controller of Communication Accounts (CCA) undertook a visit to Ganderbal to in

West-Iea cant Dictate Energy Policy Diesel still vital for india

shivaji sarkar Indias energy policy cannot be dictated by Euro-centric carbon targets designed for wealthy, post-industrial economies. The recent

Grant ownership rights to cultivating farmers: BSP

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Mar 13: J&K unit of Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP), has strongly demanded that farmers who have been cultivating land f

Drug peddler held with heroin-like substance from Tallab Tillo area

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Mar 13: An alleged drug peddler was arrested with 8 grams of heroin-like substance from Tallab Tillo area here tod

DC Kishtwar reviews progress under UT Capex

Excelsior Correspondent KISHTWAR, Mar 13: Deputy Commissioner Kishtwar, Pankaj Kumar Sharma today chaired a comprehensive review meeting through

Abu Dhabi police arrest 45 people of various nationalities for filming, spreading misinformation on Iran attacks

They were also accused of spreading inaccurate and misleading information, which could incite public opinion and spread rumours within the commun

Trans bill drops 'self-perceived identity' clause

Vizag Streets Awash With Flowers, But Butterflies Are Missing

A proof of this dichotomy is not far but in Vizag itself. Indira Gandhi Zoological Park (IGZP) of the city offers a model of ecological foresight

Sigma Advanced Systems Completes $15-Million Extrovis Divestment

The divestment forms part of Sigmas portfolio rationalisation strategy, and the company has transformed into a pureplay aerospace and defence pla

Pentagon elevates investigation into Iran school strike

The head of U.S. Central Command, Admiral Brad Cooper, ordered the 15-6 probe last week after the initial review was completed. The outside offic

IIT-H Launches Countrys First AI Chemical Engineering MTech

The programmes aim to address the growing use of digital tools such as artificial intelligence, advanced simulations and data analytics in indust

SC: Mandatory period leave may deter firms from hiring women

Haveri: Bus Makes Unscheduled Stop At Police Station Over Missing Chain

Meenakshamma said she had redeemed the gold chain that had earlier been pledged at a bank. She had placed the chain inside a purse, which was kep

Exercise LAMITIYE-2026: India and Seychelles carry out joint military exercise

A series of professional interactions, tactical discussions and practical drills have been conducted as part of the exercise. Operational demonst

Why are US stock market indexes down today, and will S&P 500, Dow Jones and Nasdaq stay in red or turn green again? Wall Street crash, biggest losers, gainers, analysts insights, market outlook

Why are US stock market indexes down today, and will S&P 500, Dow Jones and Nasdaq stay in red or turn green again? Wall Street closed lower as o

Retention rate below 50% in BMC schools, finds report

According to the report, titled State of Municipal Education in Mumbai, during the period, the transition of students from Class 8 to Class 9 dec

Centre Seeks Darjeeling DM, Siliguri Police Chief For Deputation After Prez Protocol Breach, WB Govt Refuses

Chief minister Mamata Banerjee however rejected the Centre's requisition, transferred Mr Mishra from the post of Darjeeling DM and brought him in

KKR rope in Zimbabwes Blessing Muzarabani

Kolkata, March 13: Three-time champions Kolkata Knight Riders on Friday announced the signing of lanky Zimbabwe pacer Blessing Muzarabani ahead o

Pant eyes stronger LSG in IPL 2026

New Delhi, March 13: Lucknow Super Giants captain Rishabh Pant shared a pep talk with the new joinees in the franchise ahead of the IPL 2026, say

IPL 2026 could be Dhonis last: Pathan

New Delhi, March 13: Former India all-rounder Irfan Pathan believes the upcoming season of the Indian Premier League could mark the final appeara

India beat Italy 1-0, to play England in final

Hyderabad, March 13: India, capitalising on a precise third-quarter penalty-corner strike from Manisha Chauhan, edged past Italy 1-0 in a tense s

Preeti cements her dominance with another sprint gold

New Delhi, March 13: Double Paris Paralympics medallist Preeti Pal exploded off the blocks with unrelenting grit to storm to an emphatic victory

Rankireddys shoulder pain forces Indian pair to pull out of Swiss Open

Basel, March 13: Top-seeded Indian mens doubles pair of Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty pulled out of the Swiss Open here on Friday ahe

Russell and Mercedes dominate again in qualifying for F1s China sprint

Shanghai, March 13: George Russell praised his Mercedes as a joy to drive as he took pole for the sprint race at the Chinese Grand Prix on Friday

Tehran: Will allow Indian ships to pass; PM Modi says Iran a friend

MP Govt Hikes Stipend Of Junior Doctors

The decision will come into force on April one, according to Madhya Pradesh deputy chief minister Dr Rajendra Shukla, who holds the health portfo

Cgarh: 2-Day Adi Parab 2026 Kicks Off , To Showcase Art And Culture Of Tribal Races Of India

The programme is being held by the state tribal development department jointly with the Ministry of Tribal Affairs.

US Deploys B-2 Bombers For Operation Against Iran

The United States Central Command (CENTCOM) on Friday said B-2 stealth bombers have taken off to carry out a mission as part of Operation Epic Fu

PM can use maple syrup stockpile for pancakes: Poilievre HAMMERS Carney on Canadas oil exports

Stranded Iran navy ship crew fly out of Kochi

I don't want to go to prison: JD Vance refuses to reveal classified talks with Trump on Iran war

Leveraging AI For Improved Work Productivity And Business Efficiency, A Five-Day Event

The initiative aims to equip entrepreneurs with practical knowledge and tools related to AI that can enhance workplace productivity and improve b

Prez row: Centre asks Bengal to send DM, police chief to Delhi

U.S. offers $10 million reward for information on Iran's supreme leader Mojtaba Khamenei, senior officials

In addition to the supreme leader, the U.S. is seeking information about Irans security chief Ali Larijani, Intelligence Minister Esmail Khatib,

Quote of the Day by Rumi: 'Everything in the universe is within you'Top quotes by the 13th-century Persian poet and Sufi mystic

Rumi, a 13th-century Persian poet and mystic, emphasized inner wisdom with his quote, Everything in the universe is within you. Ask all from your

Word of the day: Accouterment

Accouterment meaning: Accouterment refers to supplementary items that complete a main object or activity, extending beyond the essential. Origina

Four injured as car rams divider in Hyderabads Bahadurpura

Hyderabad:Four people, including call centre employees and a pedestrian, were injured early on Saturday, March 14, after a speeding vehicle alleg

US preparing for a surprise ground offensive like Venezuela in Iran, and how to get $10 mn reward for info on Iran new Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei? Here's which Iranian officials will US target next

US preparing for a surprise ground offensive like Venezuela in Iran, and how to get $10 million reward for info on Iran new Supreme Leader Mojtab

A village campus is beating the crisis with biogas & contingency planning

Go for piped natural gas, ease strain on domestic LPG: Govt

Engineering student dies after jumping from Secunderabad East Metro Station

Hyderabad:A BTech student died after allegedly jumping from the second floor of the Secunderabad East Metro Station on Friday evening, March 13.

Iran repeating Afghanistan, Libya, Iraq: EU MPs blast Trump over Iran war; expose Ursulas lies

War upends life as LPG crisis hits not only eateries & hostels but also temples

The ongoing conflict between Iran, the US, and Israel has triggered a severe LPG cylinder shortage across India, leading to black marketing, pric

Security stepped up outside gas agencies in Delhi; leaves of police personnel cancelled

Delhi police cancelled routine leave for personnel with immediate effect to maintain law and order, with LPG supply concerns triggering widesprea

IndiGo to levy fuel charge for domestic and international flights from March 14

IndiGo said it would continue to monitor the situation and make relevant adjustments as and when appropriate.

Opposition leaders press government, Lok Sabha Speaker to revoke the suspension of 8 MPs

The eight MPs, including seven from the Congress, have been barred from attending the remainder of the Budget Session

22 vessels set to dock at Kandla port in 3 days

Deendayal Port in Kandla is preparing to welcome 22 vessels in the next three days, including foreign-flagged ships rerouted from the conflict-hi

Delhi Coaching Deaths: Court Asks CBI To Probe MCD Corrupt Practices

The Rouse Avenue Court on Friday directed the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) to conduct further investigation into the issues of derelicti

Crude tankers from Russia, Liberia on way to Indian ports

Two crude oil tankers have successfully navigated the Strait of Hormuz, heading towards Indian ports. This offers some relief to energy supplies.

Maharashtra govt. tables Bill to ban unlawful conversions

It proposes stringent provisions for conversions carried out through coercion, fraud, inducement, or marriage; objective to protect right to free

Ride out LPG shortage: An explainer on how to make your cylinder last longer

Hyderabad:Theres anxiety in every kitchen now, with concerns growing over LPG supply disruptions linked to the ongoing West Asia conflict. And wi

Husband Held After Wife Dies by Suicide in Rajampet

Police said a heated quarrel broke out between the couple on Thursday.

Fight for rights continues, say workers back at IOCLs Panipat refinery after 5-day strike

Many contract labourers claim that as the project nears completion their key demands have only been partly implemented by the countrys largest go

Congress quietly updated a Social Security rule that no one noticed how it could affect retirees

Social Security rule for retirees explained: A new law, the Social Security Fairness Act, is boosting benefits for public sector workers. This ch

Cuba says it has opened talks with US amid oil blockade

Cuba has embarked on a pivotal conversation with the U.S. government, as President Miguel Diaz-Canel has announced that their talks are focused o

Why is silver price down by 3.3% and gold by 0.5%, and will precious metals continue to drop or rise again? Analysts insights and market outlook. Here's what should investors do now

Why is silver price down by 3.3% and gold by 0.5%, and will precious metals continue to drop or rise again? Gold and silver prices moved lower th

Russia plans to sell power from 'captured' Ukraine N-plant to Kyiv

Rosatom, Russia's state nuclear enterprise, is gearing up to revitalize the Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant by overseeing its restart and ongoin

Tamil Nadus AVGC-XR policy aims for creative boom

Who is Maika Monroes boyfriend? Here are the details about her low-key romance with Dalton Gomez, Ariana Grandes ex-husband

Actress Maika Monroe is in a relationship with Dalton Gomez. Gomez was formerly married to singer Ariana Grande. The couple reportedly began dati

H. J. Dora: A Legend of Modern Policing

Douglas MacArthur, the famous American Army commander, had said, Old soldiers never die; they just fade away. This sums up the life and legacy of

Illegal infiltration behind GH unrest: Ravi Shankar Prasad

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, March 13: Senior BJP leader and Lok Sabha MP Ravi Shankar Prasad on Friday alleged that illegal infiltration from Bangl

Apologise if foreign elements found to be involved in violence

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, March 13: Voice of the People Party (VPP) supremo Ardent M. Basaiawmoit on Friday asked the state government to explain

Curfew extended in WGH till March 15

From Our Correspondent TURA, March 13: The West Garo Hills district administration has extended the curfew imposed across the entire district til

Case filed against cop for leaving live ammo inside mosque in EGH

Our Bureau SHILLONG/TURA, March 13: Police on Friday registered a suo motu case against a police personnel attached to the East Garo Hills Distri

'Unacceptable', says Macron after French officer is killed in Iraq

In a tragic turn of events, a French serviceman lost his life and six others sustained injuries in northern Iraq due to a drone strike attributed

DMK-led Alliance Protest Against Centre On LPG Crisis

Making the announcement of the protest, the parties accused the BJP of betraying Tamil Nadu in all aspects and said that they wanted to express t

20 Spine-chilling quotes From Ryan Cooglers Sinners that will haunt you

Ryan Cooglers Sinners is a spine-chilling Southern Gothic horror film that blends supernatural elements with cultural history and human hardship.

Middle East War: Bodies of 84 Iranian sailors killed off Sri Lanka to be flown home via India

The bodies of 84 Iranian sailors, casualties of a US submarine incident off the coast of Sri Lanka, are being repatriated in a dedicated flight.

LPG consumers allege unfair trade practices

Consumers reportedly forced to purchase specific brands of hose pipes during eKYC process By Our Reporter SHILLONG, March 13: LPG consumers in Sh

Meghalaya moves Centre to ensure steady supply of commercial LPG

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, March 13: Amid the growing nationwide concern regarding shortage of LPG cylinders, the Meghalaya government is taking p

Muslim body calls for communal harmony

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, March 13: In the aftermath of the violence in West Garo Hills, the Shillong Muslim Forum has written to Chief Minister

Man gets 5 yrs in jail in 1998 homicide case

From Our Correspondent JOWAI, March 13: The Court of Sessions Judge, West Jaintia Hills, Noor-Ain Khan, has convicted Deling Talang for a homicid

Police bust interstate ATM theft gang, 6 held

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, March 13: In a major breakthrough, the Special Cell of East Khasi Hills Police has dismantled an interstate gang behind