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In this episode of Health Wrap, senior health journalists Ramya Kannan and Zubeda Hamid discuss the weeks important developments in public health

Trump says U.S. strikes demolished Irans Kharg Island, warns of more attacks

U.S. President Donald Trump said the U.S. strikes had totally demolished most of Kharg Island and warned that more could follow, telling NBC News

Of the young, for the young: The grainy charm of restored dreams in Pradip Krishens In Which Annie Gives It Those Ones

Watching the film in 2026 feels almost utopian as it carries the beat of a college campus where students are allowed to falter; the pressures of

Mother attacks children in Yadadri; daughter killed, son injured

Hyderabad: A shocking incident occurred in Thukkapur village of Bhuvanagiri mandal in Yadadri Bhuvanagiri district, where a mother allegedly atta

Government restricts PNG users from retaining or refilling LPG connections

Ira Khan puts cake on dad Aamir Khans face: Now its a real birthday party

Mumbai: One of Bollywoods most prominent actors, Aamir Khan,turned 61 years old on Saturday. However, instead of a grand birthday party, the Sita

Fire breaks out at Nature Bazaar in south Delhi, around 50 shops gutted

According to the DFS, a call regarding the blaze was received at 7.37 a.m., following which 10 fire tenders were rushed to the spot to control th

Two weeks into war with Iran, Trump has been knocked back on his political heels

Iran has said it plans to keep up attacks on energy infrastructure and use its effective closure of the strait as leverage against the United Sta

Poll dates for Tamil Nadu, Kerala, West Bengal, Assam, Puducherry to be out this evening

Election Commission to hold press conference at 4 pm to announce schedule

French Mayoral elections gauge far-right strength before Presidential ballot

Heading nearly 35,000 municipalities from major cities to villages with only a few dozen residents mayors are France's most trusted elected off

EC to announce assembly poll dates on Sunday evening

New Delhi: The Election Commission will announce the dates for the Assembly polls on the evening of Sunday, March 15. Polls are due in West Benga

Sanju Samson reveals teammates were once jealous of Abhishek Sharmas popularity

Sanju Samson lauded his opening partnership with Abhishek Sharma, describing it as a natural and balanced 'fire and fire' combination. Their aggr

'Not a single US vessel will be allowed...': Ex-IRGC commander issues stark warning to US over Gulf

Poll clock ticks: Election Commission to announce voting dates for four states, Puducherry

The Election Commission of India will announce the election schedule today. Polling will be held in West Bengal, Kerala, Assam, Tamil Nadu, and P

Vietnam votes as Communist Party fields 93% of candidates, grip on power unshaken

Vietnamese citizens are voting for parliament members. The Communist Party has nominated almost all candidates, ensuring its continued dominance.

Hyderabad voters wait for BLOs despite few days left for SIR family mapping

Hyderabad: Many voters in Hyderabad are still waiting for the visits of Booth Level Officers (BLOs) for progeny mapping under the Special Intensi

US Air Force deploys B-52 as Operation Epic Fury continues

Specifically, military experts are assessing if the Octopus interceptor anti-drone system, produced in the UK to support Ukraine in countering Ru

Pakistani Terrorist Killed As Indian Army Foils Infiltration Bid In Jammu and Kashmirs Uri

SRINAGAR, Mar 15: The army on Sunday said that it has foiled an infiltration bid along the Line of Control in Uri sector of Jammu and Kashmir, ki

Switzerland rejects two flyover requests from U.S. for flights related to Iran war, permits three others

The three approved requests were applicable to two transportation and one maintenance aircraft

24k gallstones in the air!

Increasing demand for cow gallstones from mainland China and Hong Kong have made it one of the worlds most valuable commodities

Telangana CM to launch oil palm processing factory at Narmetta on Mar 22

Hyderabad: A Rs 300-crore oil palm processing factory built by Telangana Oilfed at Narmetta in Siddipet district will be inaugurated on March 22

American flag raised at U.S. Embassy in Venezuela for the 1st time since 2019

The United States flag has been raised over its embassy in Caracas for the first time since 2019

SIT formed to probe firing attempt on Farooq Abdullah in Jammu

The team has been directed to conduct a thorough investigation and complete the probe within the statutory timeframe.

UAE intercepts 9 ballistic missiles, 33 UAVs launched from Iran

According to the ministry, the attacks have resulted in six fatalities involving nationals from the United Arab Emirates, Pakistan, Nepal and Ban

US to escort ships through Hormuz soon, says Trump after Kharg Island bombed

As the United States intensified its bombing of Iran, Tehran launched a new wave of drone and missile attacks on Israel and its neighbours in the

Kerala Govt to Accord Reception to Sanju Samson on Monday

Samson, who hails from the coastal town of Vizhinjam, played a crucial role in India's triumph in the tournament with a string of impressive batt

Quote of the Day by Marie Curie, only Person to win Nobel Prizes in both Physics and Chemistry: The older one gets, the more one feels

As people age, they often realize the profound value of the present moment, a realization Marie Curie captured by comparing it to a state of grac

'Pandit' option row in Sub Inspector exam: UP Police Recruitment Board orders probe

The Uttar Pradesh Police Recruitment Board is investigating a controversial question in a sub-inspector exam that offered Pandit as an option for

Strait of Hormuz watch: How Navy warships are protecting India-bound ships amid rising gulf tensions

Indian Navy ships are actively monitoring India-bound cargo vessels in the Gulf. Operation Sankalp ensures safe passage for merchant ships throug

Outstanding cricket by humble champions!

Despite winning the T20 World Cup, Indian players have shown that winners dont have to be arrogant. You can play a hard, tough game without mouth

Kolkata: TMC, BJP supporters clash ahead of PMs rally

Police sources said Bowbazar police station officer-in-charge Bappaditya Naskar was injured while trying to control the situation.

NEET MDS 2026 Exam: Registration Begins, Check Application Link, Important Dates

NEET MDS 2026 Registration: NBEMS has opened the registration for NEET MDS 2026. Candidates can apply online at natboard.edu.in by March 30.

LPG Price Today (March 15): Has the cost of cooking gas changed? Check the latest cylinder rates in your city

LPG Price March 15: Domestic LPG prices saw a significant Rs 60 jump to Rs 913.00 in New Delhi. Commercial LPG distribution has resumed for indus

'Nobody does it like Chicago', river dyed green to celebrate St. Patrick's Day

Is New Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei Disfigured In Strikes? What Iran Said

Iran's foreign minister Abbas Araghchi on Saturday said that there was o problem with the Islamic Republic's new supreme leader, Mojtaba Khamene

Teen becomes North Easts first chess Grandmaster

Its a dream come true. Ive worked towards this moment for years, and Im grateful for the support of my family and coaches, Chakraborty said after

Domestic LPG supply unaffected in Maharashtra, says minister

Mumbai: Maharashtras Minister of State for Home, Yogesh Kadam, clarified on Saturday, March 14, that domestic consumers need not worry about any

Cocaine seized during raid at ex-BRS MLA Pilot Rohith Reddys Moinabad farmhouse

Hyderabad: Telangana Polices EAGLE (Elite Action Group for Drug Law Enforcement) force conducted a late-night raid at the farmhouse of former BRS

MEA confirms five Indians dead, one missing in US-Iran conflict

Meanwhile, two Indian ships with 92,700 tonnes of LPG clear Hormuz, to arrive soon

Video: Hyderabads Charminar market flooded with Eid shoppers

Hyderabad: Ahead of Eid-ul-Fitr, the markets in the Old City of Hyderabad, particularly the famous Charminar market, are witnessing a surge in sh

Centre revokes Wangchuks detention; leaders in Ladakh celebrate

Ladakh MP Mohamad Hanifa welcomed the move but said the government must go further.

Delhi-NCR Wake Up To Light Rain, Thunderstorms, More Showers Likely

Bringing relief from high temperatures uncharacteristic of early March, rain and winds brought relief to the citizens of Delhi and surrounding re

NDTV Assam Conclave Live: Himanta Biswa Sarma To Address The Great Brahmaputra Dialogue

NDTV Assam Conclave Live: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma, Union minister Sarbananda Sonowal and Rajya Sabha MP Sushmita Dev will be amo

16-Year-Old Dowman Runs Entire Length Of Field To Score Incredible Solo Goal

Max Dowman became the Premier League's youngest scorer at 16 years, 73 days, netting a stoppage-time goal for Arsenal in a 2-0 win over Everton.

Medvedev Upsets Alcaraz, Sets Up Indian Wells Final vs Sinner

Sinner made quick work of Zverev, beating him in 1 hour, 23 minutes. Sinner notched six aces against the fourth-seeded Zverev

Israel Iran War Day 16 News Updates: Trump threatens more strikes on Kharg Island as Strait of Hormuz tensions rise. No sign of ceasefire

Israel Iran Conflict Day 16 Latest Updates: The Iran-US-Israel war escalates on its 16th day with escalating threats and missile strikes. Preside

Three killed after bike collides with TGSRTC bus in Medak district

Hyderabad: Three people lost their lives in a tragic road accident on the national highway at Rampur in Kolcharam mandal of Medak district on Sun

Fact check: Are 40 out of 100 children malnourished in Gujarat?

Data indicates that the statement is true and that several of the worst affected districts are tribal ones, pointing to a higher burden of malnut

From Pagers To Walkie-Talkies: Russians Seek Offline Ways To Communicate Amid Internet Blackout

These old school communication and navigation methods are being used as workarounds for widespread, prolonged mobile internet blackouts across th

TN: Over 20 students injured as goods train hits college bus near Karur

Karur: Over 20 students of a private engineering college were injured after the bus they were travelling in was hit by a goods train in Karur on

Taiwan says large-scale Chinese military flights return after unusual absence

Chinese air force activity around Taiwan has resumed after a two-week pause. Taiwan detected 26 Chinese military aircraft in the Taiwan Strait. T

US Military Identifies 6 Soldiers Killed in Iraq Plane Crash

The crash remains under investigation, Pentagon officials said

US-Israel-Iran War LIVE: Explosions In Manama, Baghdad Base Attacked As War Enters Day 16

The war in the Middle East broke out when the US and Israel attacked Iran on February 28

Column: Exploring the history and evolution of escalators

Escalators are one of those places where adults might wish to indulge their inner child and move in the opposite direction, if only society didnt

Driver shot dead on Highway 2 near Leduc, Alberta; RCMP seek witnesses as investigation continues

Alberta shooting: A fatal shooting occurred on Highway 2 in Alberta on March 14, 2026. A white or grey pickup truck reportedly pulled alongside a

BJP indulging in horse-trading to win Rajya Sabha election; former CM Naveen Patnaik

All political parties are conducting mock-poll training for their MLAs to ensure that their votes are not rejected

North Korea fires ten missiles towards SKs sea

The launches came as the US and South Korean militaries conduct their annual springtime exercises involving thousands of troops while the Trump a

IRGC targets US al-Kharj air base in 51st wave of retaliatory strikes; warns of attacks on American-linked industrial sites

Iran's IRGC launched Operation True Promise 4, striking US military bases in Saudi Arabia, UAE, Bahrain, Kuwait, and Jordan with missiles and dro

Assam polls: Congress names 23 more candidates, keeps 15 seats for allies

New Delhi: The Congress on Saturday, March 14, released its second list of 23 candidates for the upcoming Assam assembly elections, with the part

Celebrating Pi day

The holiday was created in 1988 by Larry Shaw, a physicist at the Exploratorium science museum in San Francisco.

Mlaya wins gold medal in debut appearance at AAHAR trade fair

From Our Special Correspondent NEW DELHI, March 14: The first-ever Meghalaya Pavilion won a gold medal in the official category at the 40th editi

UK's Starmer may send thousands of drones to the Middle East

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer is reportedly considering deploying thousands of UK-manufactured Octopus interceptor drones to the Middle Eas

Venezuela opposition leader denounces 'selective' amnesty

The amnesty law was passed by interim leader Delcy Rodriguez under pressure from Washington after U.S. forces captured former leader Nicolas Madu

Teachers must lead edn transformation: Rymbui

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, March 14: Teachers hold the key to transforming Meghalayas education system and shaping the future of the state, Educat

Iran Says Hormuz Will Remain Closed

Rezaee also claimed that Iran has emerged triumphant politically, militarily and economically during the confrontation

Budget cut wont affect Education dept: Rymbui

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, March 14: Education Minister Lahkmen Rymbui has asserted that the reduction in budget allocation for the Education depa

Trump obliterated targets on Irans primary oil island

Iranian parliament had warned that such strikes would provoke a new level of retaliation towards the US and Israel

Draft Shillong Cantt Building Bye-Laws under MoD review

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, March 14: The Ministry of Defence is reviewing the Draft Shillong Cantonment Building Bye-Laws, 2025, which proposes si

Netanyahu Fine, Claims Of His Death Are Fake News, Says His Office: Report

At the 0:35 mark, when Netanyahu raises his hands, extra flesh is seen next to the little finger, which many social media users claimed was the s

Hyderabad: Illegal bottled water unit busted, Rs 55,800 stock seized

Hyderabad: The Flying Squad team of the Commissioner of Food Safety, Telangana, conducted a surprise inspection at a packaged drinking water manu

WGH DC orders closure of unauthorised brick kilns

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, March 14: West Garo Hills Deputy Commissioner Vibhor Aggarwal on Saturday ordered the immediate closure of all unauthor

116 EJH villages now child marriage-free

From Our Correspondent KHLIEHRIAT, March 14: A total of 116 villages across East Jaintia Hills have been officially declared Child Marriage-Free

Trump calls on allies to secure Strait of Hormuz as Gulf attacks intensify

The war between Iran on one side and the United States and Israel on the other entered its 16th day on Sunday, March 15, with intensified missile

Five conferred with Handicraft Artisans of the Year award

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, March 14: The Department of Commerce & Industries on Friday felicitated five craftspeople as the Handicraft Artisans of

Temple gopurams as royal defiance

Together, Ram and Krishna created a balanced political theology. Ram gave structure to power. Krishna made power lovable.

American flag raised at US Embassy in Venezuela for 1st time since 2019

Caracas: The US flag was raised Saturday, March 14, over its embassy in Venezuela for the first time since 2019, a move that highlighted the rece

Lebanon open to 'peace talks' with Israel but demands ceasefire first

Lebanon is open to direct peace talks with Israel, but insists on a ceasefire first, according to Al Jazeera. This comes as Israel threatens a ma

Telangana: Rs 1,000 penalty for giving false info during Census 2027

Hyderabad: The first phase of Census 2027 operations in Telangana will commence on May 11 with house-listing activities, and residents who provid

City college event marks Intl Pi Day

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, March 14: The Mathematical Society of Meghalaya (MSM), in collaboration with the Mathematics Department of Shillong Col

Lobo Lobo goes cylindrical

Slow down Lobo Lobo, whats happened and who are we talking about?

Iran Ready for Ceasefire Talks but Terms Not Good Enough: Trump

Trump also said he is working with several countries to secure the Strait of Hormuz

'Dubai is safe': UAE pushes to contain fallout from Iran onslaught

Dubai is actively working to restore its image as a secure destination following Iran's missile and drone attacks. Authorities are promoting a me

North Korea launches 10 missiles toward Sea of Japan; Indo-Pacific Command says 'US aware of it'

India well-placed to deal with any situation on crude oil, fuel amid West Asia supply shock: Piyush Goyal

Acknowledging that while the country is facing stress on the rupee, Mr. Goyal said there is no reason for anyone to panic as rupee is expected to

Increase pay for Crche workers: Telangana min Seethakka to Centre

Hyderabad: Telangana State Minister for Women and Child Welfare, Seethakka, has urged the central government to increase the honorarium paid to c

What women founders need; Weekly funding roundup

Women founders in India are offered endless advice and networking opportunities but they struggle to secure the actual investment needed to scale

Outback Queensland town of Longreach braces for 6.7-metre flood peak as rising waters trigger warnings and sandbagging efforts

Longreach is bracing for significant flooding. River levels are predicted to reach a peak of 6.7 metres, mirroring the 2000 flood. Residents are

US Fed expected to hold rates steady as Iran war roils outlook

Federal Reserve officials are likely to keep interest rates steady next week. The ongoing US-Israel war on Iran is creating market uncertainty an

Iran state media cites ex-IRGC official Mohsen Rezaee, says Strait of Hormuz 'will remain closed'

Former IRGC commander Mohsen Rezaee stated Iran will keep the Strait of Hormuz closed and ban US warships from the Persian Gulf. He blamed US pre

US identifies six service members killed in plane crash over Iraq

Six American airmen have died in a plane crash over Iraq. The airmen were on a KC-135 aerial refueling tanker. The aircraft was supporting U.S. a