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EU and Australia agree on text of free trade pact, announce a new defence partnership

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen and Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese signed the agreement at the Australian Parliame

Morning Digest: Centre mulls delimitation based on 2011 Census to fast-track Womens Reservation Act; Netanyahu says spoke with Trump, vows to protect Israel's interests, and more

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Trump announces very good Iran talks denied by Tehran

U.S. negotiators Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner may meet an Iranian delegation for talks in Pakistan as soon as this week, with Vice President J

Valero Refinery explosion: What happened in Valero Port Arthur, and why the shelter-in-Place Order?

A loud explosion rocked Port Arthur, Texas, Monday evening, sending a thick plume of smoke skyward from the Valero refinery. Residents reported a

From India to Italy, Trumps Iran war is rippling through the world economy

The USIsrael war in Iran is sending shockwaves through the global economy, pushing up prices of oil, gas and key industrial inputs, and raising f

Morning Brief Podcast: HDFCs Governance Ghost: What Triggered Atanu Chakrabortys Exit?

Iran denies talks with US after Trump postpones strikes on power grid

Iran denies talks with the United States. President Trump postponed a threat to bomb Iran's power grid. He cited productive discussions with Iran

Pentagon officials weigh deployment of airborne troops for Iran war

American military leaders are contemplating sending a combat brigade from the 82nd Airborne Division to Iran. This move is part of prudent planni

Iran-Israel war LIVE: Trump says Iran 'wants to make a deal', but Islamic Republic denies any talks

Oil prices fell and stock markets jumped as observers scrambled to interpret Trump's statements despite the Iranian denial

Donald Trump pauses Iran strikes, proposes 5-day ceasefire amid conflicting talk claims

US President Donald Trump has announced a temporary five-day suspension of military strikes on Iran, framing it as a step towards constructive di

PM Modi invokes Covid resolve to tackle West Asia crisis

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has sounded the alarm on potential global destabilization stemming from the turmoil in West Asia. He called for nati

Quote of the Day by Aristotle: 'The high-minded man must care more for'Inspiring quotes by the father of Political Science

Aristotle, a Greek philosopher, believed truth matters more than public approval. His life and teachings highlight intellectual courage and the p

Plea in SC challenges gender bias in Parsi interfaith marriages

Guard against bids to hit internal security: PM

Quote of the day by Jane Fonda: 'Its never too late never too late to start over, never too late to be happy.' Life lessons by actor known for her performance in comedic roles

Quote of the day by Jane Fonda highlights the message that it is never too late to start over or find happiness. The quote of the day today expla

Jaishankar, Rubio discuss energy security crisis

India's External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar discussed the West Asia conflict and its economic impact, including energy security, with his US

Govt to post official in London for IMO matters

India is set to appoint a dedicated official at its London High Commission to handle International Maritime Organisation matters. This strategic

Dealing with crisis guided by India's interests, says PM

Prime Minister Modi asserted India's unwavering focus on national interests amidst West Asian conflict, prioritizing peace and dialogue. He highl

EAM Jaishankar reiterates commitment to stronger Russia ties

Sat Sharma highlights J&Ks religious, border tourism potential in Rajya Sabha

Excelsior Correspondent NEW DELHI, Mar 23: J&K BJP President and MP (Rajya Sabha), Sat Sharma, highlighted the immense potential of religious and

Viksit Bharat 2047 Who Will Teach the Nation We Want to Become?

Meenu Gupta mguptadps@gmail.com Nations are not built in boardrooms or announced through policy declarations. They are built quietly, every day,

Full Court Reference held to bid farewell to Justice Javed Iqbal Wani

Excelsior Correspondent SRINAGAR, Mar 23: A Full Court Reference was held in the Court Room of the Chief Justice at the Srinagar Wing of High Cou

Books presented to LG

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Mar 23: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha was today presented with a book authored by Brig. Dr Vijay Sagar Dheman (R

Anti-graft agencies meet to chart group's strategic roadmap

India hosts a key meeting of the Global Operational Network of Anti-Corruption Law Enforcement Authorities. Investigative agencies from 135 count

Employee cant claim posting at place of choice as a matter of right: DB

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Mar 23: The High Court of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh has held that an employee cannot claim posting at a station o

Role of Primary Class teachers in nation building

Radha Krishan Sharma rksharma5576@gmail.com Ilm ki shamma se roshan hai jahan ka har raaz, Ustad ka kirdar hai roshni ka aaghaz.. Education is th

DM Jammu directs for intensified efforts for drug free panchayats

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Mar 23: District Magistrate Jammu, Dr. Rakesh Minhas today chaired a meeting of the District Level NCORD Committee

Former Tehsildar convicted in trap case after 15-years trial

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Mar 23: The court of Special Judge Anti-Corruption, Srinagar, presided over by Special Judge Tasleem Arief, has co

Centre to bring bill to control assets of lapsed FCRA entities

The government is introducing a bill to amend the FCRA, enabling the takeover of foreign-funded assets when an organization's registration is can

PM Modi not just a person but an idea, institution: Shivraj

Union Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan lauded Prime Minister Narendra Modi, calling him an idea and an institution after Modi surpassed 8,931 days

Will Israel annex southern Lebanon soon? Israel Lebanon conflict, Litani River border plan, Hezbollah war escalation explained

Will Israel annex southern Lebanon soon? The statement by Bezalel Smotrich on shifting Israels border to the Litani River has raised concerns. Th

CBI, ED showing reluctance in ADAG probe: SC

The Supreme Court has expressed strong disapproval of probe agencies' perceived hesitation in investigating Anil Ambani's ADAG group for alleged

UT Fencing Cship from Mar 28

Excelsior Sports Correspondent SRINAGAR, Mar 23: The Jammu and Kashmir Amateur Fencing Association will organize the UT-level Fencing Championshi

J&K Table Tennis team shines in National Cship

Excelsior Sports Correspondent JAMMU), Mar 23: On the opening day of the 87th Inter-State Sub-Junior & Cadet National Table Tennis Championships,

SC: Mamata government hell-bent on impeding Kolkata Metro project

The Supreme Court sternly criticized the West Bengal government for obstructing the Kolkata Metro Orange Line's completion, calling their appeal

Scholarships, books distributed to needy students in Jammu

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Mar 23: Helpline Humanity & Saraswathi Education and Cultural Charitable Trust organized its 9th Annual Scholarshi

ESI Medical Camp held

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Mar 23: Rich Harvest School (RHS) organized an ESI Medical Camp for the benefit of its staff under the expert guid

Inter-Zone painting competition held

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Mar 23: The National Incredible Literacy Mission (NILM) Jammu conducted Phase-I of its Inter-Zone Level Painting C

Who is Ronnie Taylor and how did he get involved in brawl with Reacher star Alan Ritchson? Full explainer on Tennessee fight, investigation and neighbour statement

Who is Ronnie Taylor and how did he get involved in brawl with Reacher star Alan Ritchson? The incident began over motorcycle riding in a Tenness

Belief and security key to his calmness, says Shubman Gill

AHMEDABAD, Mar 23: Gujarat Titans skipper Shubman Gill has said that the calmness in his game comes from being himself and having belief and secu

Hardik, Sukhjeet, Sanjay, Abhishek in fray for Hockey India Player of the Year award

NEW DELHI, Mar 23: Star Indian midfielder Hardik Singh, forwards Sukhjeet Singh and Sanjay, and defender Abhishek are in contention for the Hocke

Golden Hour Lifeline

The launch of the PM-Road Accident Victims Hospitalisation and Assured Treatment (PM-RAHAT) Scheme marks a significant intervention in Indias roa

NPCIL Opens Applications for 337 Apprentice Positions, Deadline April 6

Gandhinagar, March 24: The Nuclear Power Corporation of India Limited (NPCIL) has announced a significant opportunity for young job seekers. The

Alex Davis Steps Down as Warwickshire Captain; Ed Barnard Takes Over

New Delhi, March 24: Alex Davis has resigned from his position as captain of Warwickshire. Ed Barnard will take over this role across all formats

NIA raids at multiple locations across J&K in Delhi blast case

Fayaz Bukhari SRINAGAR, Mar 23: The National Investigation Agency (NIA) today conducted searches at multiple locations across Jammu and Kashmir a

Blast rocks house of ex-Sarpanch in Ghagwal

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Mar 23: A blast took place outside the house of former Sarpanch at village Rasath in Ghagwal area of Samba distric

Sibling among 3 dead, 5 injured as car rolls down in Mahore

Excelsior Correspondent REASI, Mar 23: In a tragic road accident in Mahore area, teen-age sibling among three persons lost their lives while five

NDA reaches seat sharing agreement in TN

CHENNAI, Mar 23: The AIADMK-led NDA in Tamil Nadu on Monday finalised seat-sharing arrangement for key constituents of the alliance for the April

Trump Delays Attacks on Irans Power Plants Amid Positive Talks

New York, March 24: U.S. President Donald Trump has postponed attacks on Irans power plants and energy infrastructure for five days. This decisio

India seeking dialogue, diplomacy; disruption of Strait of Hormuz unacceptable: PM on West Asia

NEW DELHI, Mar 23: Asserting that India is advocating dialogue and diplomacy to resolve the West Asia crisis, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Mon

Key operative of terror network held in Delhi

NEW DELHI, Mar 23: Delhi Polices Special Cell has arrested a key operative of Pakistan-based terrorist Shahzad Bhattis network and busted a modul

Pak: 95th death anniversary of Bhagat Singh, comrades observed in Lahore

LAHORE, Mar 23: The 95th death anniversary of Indian revolutionary leader Bhagat Singh and his two comrades was observed here on Monday. The Bhag

Gold prices plummet by over 10 pc

NEW DELHI, Mar 23: Gold prices plummeted sharply by more than 10 per cent to Rs 1.29 lakh per 10 grams in futures trade on Monday amid a global s

NIA Conducts Extensive Raids in Jammu and Kashmir Following Delhi Blast Investigation

New Delhi, March 24: The National Investigation Agency (NIA) has launched a series of extensive raids across multiple locations in Jammu and Kash

African Athletes Dominate Wuhan Marathon in 2026

Beijing, March 24: The 2026 Wuhan Marathon took place on March 22 in Wuhan, the capital of Hubei Province in central China. African athletes swep

Conflict posing unprecedented challenges for India, PM Modi tells Parliament

Prime Minister Modi highlighted India's stance on the West Asia conflict in Parliament. He stressed opposition to attacks on infrastructure and t

Bill Cosby ordered to pay $19 million: Here's what the jury decided and what happens next

A jury has ordered Bill Cosby to pay at least 19 million dollars in a civil sex assault case. Donna Motsinger accused Cosby of drugging and assau

Japan Urged to Confront the History of Comfort Women

Beijing, March 24: During the 61st session of the United Nations Human Rights Council, independent UN experts and representatives from China and

Foetus Found In Fridge At Kerala Flat, Case Filed Against Couple

During the search, police found a green box marked AMY inside the refrigerator, in which a foetus, was kept, the FIR said.

Kerala Assembly Elections: 676 Candidates File Nominations Ahead of April Polls

Thiruvananthapuram, March 24: A total of 676 candidates have submitted their nomination papers for the Kerala Assembly elections, scheduled for A

Two Arrested in Major Telegram-Based Investment Scam in New Delhi

New Delhi, March 24: In a significant breakthrough, cyber police in New Delhis Shahdara district have arrested two individuals involved in a majo

Markets React to Trumps Decision to Halt Attacks, Oil Prices Drop

Washington, March 24: President Donald Trumps announcement to pause attacks on Iran has led to a decline in oil prices and a surge in market acti

Indian Companies Plan Over 11 Lakh Crore Capital Investment for FY 2026: Government

New Delhi, March 24: The government announced on Monday that Indian companies, collectively known as India Inc., have laid out plans for capital

Chinas Development Forum Unveils Key Policy Directions

Beijing, March 24: The China Development Forum 2026 was held on March 22 and 23 in Beijing. This years theme was China During the 15th Five-Year

Emily in Paris Season 6 release date, filming and plot update: Production, character focus, relationship arcs

Emily in Paris Season 6 release date, filming and plot update shows production set for late spring 2026 and a return by late 2026 on Netflix. The

2 India-flagged tankers clear Hormuz; Iran denies taking ransom

Two Indian-flagged LPG tankers, Jag Vasant and Pine Gas, carrying substantial cooking gas, successfully navigated the war-torn Strait of Hormuz.

Chinas Engineering Machinery Exports Surge by 33.4%

Beijing, March 24: Chinas engineering machinery industry has reported a significant increase in exports during the first two months of this year.

PM Modi: India has strategic petro reserves of over 53 lakh tonne

Prime Minister Narendra Modi assured that the government is actively working to maintain uninterrupted supplies of essential commodities like pet

Tensions Rise in Jharkhand Village Over Rumors of Animal Remains

Dhanbad, March 24: Tensions escalated in the Singiyatand village of Dhanbad, Jharkhand, following rumors about the discovery of animal remains. O

RGHA Girls Team Clinches Bholath Hockey Cup with 5-1 Victory Over GNDU

Jalandhar, March 24: The Roundglass Hockey Academy (RGHA) girls team triumphed over Guru Nanak Dev University (GNDU) Amritsar with a commanding 5

What you eat in your 40s may determine how your brain would function later in life

A study published in JAMA Neurology, tracking over 1.5 lakh adults, has found that healthier diets in midlife are associated with better memory a

Chinese Minister Emphasizes Accelerating Innovative Development of Future Industries

Beijing, March 24: At the annual China Development Forum 2026, Li Qiang, Chinas Minister of Industry and Information Technology, announced plans

Harshvardhan Rane Reflects on His Journey While Shooting Force 3 with John Abraham

Mumbai, March 24: Actor Harshvardhan Rane is currently making headlines for his role in the upcoming film Force 3. The shooting has commenced in

14 polling stations across T.N. to be in high-rise buildings or group housing societies

Five such polling stations would be in Chennai district

Akshay Kumar and Priyadarshan Reunite for Bhoot Bangla After 25 Years

Mumbai, March 24: After 25 years, Akshay Kumar and director Priyadarshan are set to bring laughter back to the big screen with their upcoming fil

Habibul Bashar Appointed Head of Bangladesh Cricket Board Selection Committee

New Delhi, March 24: The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) has appointed former captain Habibul Bashar as the head of its newly formed four-member s

'Kash, see if you can top that': Trump turns briefing into 'loyalty test', challenges FBI chief

Mayank Yadav Shares Insights on Fast Bowling and His Bond with Jasprit Bumrah

New Delhi, March 24: Cricket fans are once again keeping a close eye on Mayank Yadav, the fast bowler for Lucknow Super Giants, in IPL 2026. Maya

Tamil Nadu Assembly election 2026: Ramadoss, Sasikala join hands, to field candidates in all 234 seats

S. Ramadoss did not clarify under which banner his candidates would be fielded as the judiciary has refused to restrain his estranged son Anbuman

Supreme Court Demands Swift and Fair Investigation in Anil Ambanis Loan Fraud Case

New Delhi, March 24: The Supreme Court has taken a firm stance regarding the alleged massive bank loan fraud linked to Anil Ambanis company, Reli

IPL 2026: Gujarat Titans Set the Tone for New Season With Shubharambh 2026

Gujarat Titans marked the beginning of their IPL 2026 journey with Shubharambh 2026..

Mango, Cashew Crop Loss Protest Disrupts MumbaiGoa Highway

Demonstrators demanded immediate government compensation for heavy losses incurred by mango and cashew growers due to unseasonal weather disrupti

Arrest of Former Punjab Minister Linked to Amit Shahs Statement: BJP Claims

Chandigarh, March 24: The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) staged protests on Monday at district headquarters across Punjab, demanding that the Centr

Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami Worships at Maa Kalika Temple During Chaitra Navratri

Dehradun, March 24: On the auspicious occasion of Chaitra Navratri, Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami visited the Maa Kalika Temple in Paltan Ba

Seized cash to be returned if valid documents are produced, says Erode Collector

Bill to amend trans rights law listed for consideration, passing in Lok Sabha on March 24

Bill proposes amendments on transgender individuals, the procedure for obtaining a transgender certificate, and compliance requirements for medic

Travis Kelce's new Chiefs contract: Here's what the Chiefs contract really means for 2026

Travis Kelce has inked a new three-year deal with the Chiefs, potentially worth over $57 million. However, only $12 million is guaranteed, sugges

EC: 29 Lakh Names Sorted Among 60 Lakh 'Adjudicated' Voters; 1st Supplementary List Yet To Be Out

Mr Agarwal however could not state how many names among them have been deleted in the first supplementary voters list which was not published by

Hyderabad Police Arrest 32 in QNet Scam Crackdown

Hyderabad, March 24: The Hyderabad police have made significant strides in the ongoing investigation into the QNet/Vihang Direct Selling multi-le

Medical bodies raise concerns over permits for procedures

Warn of safety risks in Dental Council of India nod to Master of Dental Surgery doctors to perform such surgeries