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WTO reform deadlock may prompt some countries to seek other options on free trade

Divisions ahead of Yaounde meet may accelerate plurilateral trade deals

NACO Conducts Security Resolution Workshop in New Delhi to Strengthen HIV/AIDS Response

New Delhi, March 20: The Ministry of Health and Family Welfare of the Government of India organized a Security Resolution Workshop through the Na

Rs 125 Crore A Day: Madhya Pradesh's Debt Belies 'Performer State' Title

The latest Rs 4,100 crore loan comes at the heels of Rs 5,800 crore raised on March 10 and Rs 6,300 crore on March 3.

5-Star Chef During Day, Thief At Night: How Delhi Cops Arrested Delhi Man

The cops recovered all the stolen items from the accused, including Rs 2.69 lakh cash, gold rings, nose rings, earrings, silver anklets, and silv

Telangana hosted Miss World while Op Sindoor was going on: CM Revanth Reddy

Hyderabad: Telangana Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy on Thursday, March 19, claimed that Hyderabad is the safest city, adding that it has hosted M

Karnataka Veterinarian Dies After Hippo Attack During Routine Check

While using a thermal camera to assess the animal, 27-year-old veterinarian Sameeksha Reddy was attacked.

Sudden Weather Shift in Madhya Pradesh Causes Damage to Crops

Bhopal, March 20: A sudden change in weather has hit Madhya Pradesh, bringing rain and hail to several areas. This shift has resulted in a drop i

Shaheen falcons spotted in Kochi

A pair of Shaheen falcons have chosen a Kochi highrise to build their nest

Youth movie review: Ken Karunaas shines in a cheeky, harmless coming-of-age entertainer

Ken Karunaas Dragon-for-high-schoolers turns the chaos and trivialities of teenage love and schoolyard swagger into a playful, well-meaning ode t

Telangana Govt. Extends Midday Meal Scheme for Inter Students

From the academic year 2026-27, the government has decided to newly launch a breakfast scheme across the State for students studying from pre-pri

US: Trump image approved for commemorative gold coin

An arts panel appointed by Donald Trump backed plans for a 24-karat commemorative coin featuring the US president, drawing criticism from Democra

CRC and DEA Strengthen Partnership Against Drug Trafficking

New Delhi, March 20: Experts from the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) and Indias Central Revenue Control Laboratory (CRC) collaborated

Runaway couple protection plea mentioned in Supreme Court, CJI asks lawyer to move Delhi HC

The lawyer said the couple came to the Supreme Court under the mistaken belief, influenced by social media reels, that they could get married wit

Telangana Budget 2026-27: BRS legislators stage protest demanding Congresss six guarantees poll promise

They displayed placards in the name of debt cards with slogans on the unkept promises made as part of the Six Guarantees and a large number of ot

Dhurandhar 2 becomes second-biggest opener in Indian cinema history

Hyderabad: Dhurandhar 2, starring Ranveer Singh and directed by Aditya Dhar, has taken a historic start at the worldwide box office. The spy thri

Dhurandhar 2 Storms Telugu Box Office, Says Prasanna Kumar

Adding to the buzz, top Telugu superstars Mahesh Babu, Allu Arjun, and Jr NTR watched the film on its opening day in Hyderabad and took to social

14 arrested in Varanasi for eating chicken biryani on boat in Ganga sent to judicial custody

Varanasi (UP), Mar 20: A Varanasi court has sent 14 people, who had allegedly hosted an Iftar party and eaten chicken biryani on a boat in Ganga

Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA) The Hidden Epidemic

Dr. Sumit Mrig, Director & Unit Head ENT, Max Smart Super Speciality Hospital, Saket Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is a sleep disorder characte

Devotees Flock to Temples on Second Day of Chaitra Navratri

Noida, March 20: On the second day of Chaitra Navratri, devotees are fervently worshipping Goddess Durga in her second form, Mata Brahmacharini.

Eid-ul-Fitr 2026 date confirmed: India to celebrate on March 21, Kerala on March 20

Eid-ul-Fitr 2026 will be celebrated across most parts of India on March 21 after the Shawwal crescent moon was not sighted on Thursday evening.

Telangana Budget 2026: State presents Rs 3.24 lakh cr budget for FY27, focus on infra, poll promises

Telangana presented a Rs 3.24 lakh crore budget for 2026-27, a nearly Rs 20,000 crore increase, prioritizing flagship programs like Musi Riverfro

Chiranjeevi Is Senior to Me in Politics, Says Kamal Haasan

Recalling his early days, Kamal Haasan shared that he first came to Hyderabad at the age of 16 to work as an assistant choreographer in a film st

Word of the day: Neophyte

Discover the meaning of 'neophyte,' a term for beginners embarking on a new journey. This word, originating from Greek for 'newly planted,' elega

Japan, US announce energy projects, critical minerals action plan

The two governments announced plans for the construction of small modular reactors by GE Vernova Hitachi in Tennessee and Alabama at an estimated

Telangana Budget: Bhatti Announces Family Life Insurance Scheme

The State government is introducing the Indiramma Family Life Insurance Scheme from June 2 2026, to provide life insurance of Rs.5 lakh to each o

Punch the viral baby monkey finds 'girlfriend' at Japan Zoo. Watch their viral cute cuddling video

Punch Girlfriend: Punch, the baby Japanese macaque from Ichikawa City Zoo who became famous after being rejected by his mother and finding comfor

WhatsApp Plans to Introduce Usernames and Unique IDs for Enhanced Privacy

New Delhi, March 20: The messaging app WhatsApp is set to introduce features such as usernames and unique IDs on its platform. This will allow us

Sri Lanka refused ground access to U.S. warplanes

Sri Lanka maintains close ties with the United States, its biggest export market, and Iran, which is a key buyer of tea, its main export commodit

Delhi HC to hear on March 23 Gautam Gambhirs lawsuit to protect personality rights

NEW DELHI, Mar 20: The Delhi High Court on Friday listed for hearing on March 23 a lawsuit by the Indian cricket teams head coach Gautam Gambhir

Govt invites bids for 6,000 MTPA rare earth magnet manufacturing under Rs 7,280-cr REPM Scheme

NEW DELHI, Mar 20: The government on Friday invited bids for setting up manufacturing facilities for 6,000 metric tonnes per annum (MTPA) of magn

T.N. Assembly election: Villivakkam, a densely-populated urban area, faces civic gaps despite infrastructure push

Home to a diverse electorate, comprising working-class sections, government employees, and small business owners, Villivakkam reflects the citys

Rupee in free fall, down 60 paise to new all-time low of 93.49 against US dollar

MUMBAI, Mar 20:The rupee crashed 60 paise to a fresh intra-day low of 93.49 against the US dollar on Friday as the greenback strengthened further

HDFC Bank shares extend previous sessions losses; down over 2 pc

NEW DELHI, Mar 20: Shares of HDFC Bank continued to fall on Friday, declining over 2 per cent, after its non-executive chairman Atanu Chakraborty

No clandestine activities in Canada linked to Indian government: Police chief

Shiv Sena Leader Shaina NC Responds to Raj Thackerays Comments on the Middle East

Mumbai, March 20: Shiv Sena leader Shaina NC has sharply reacted to Raj Thackerays statement regarding the Middle East. She emphasized that Thack

Gulf dreams turn sour for Konaseema women

Driven by economic need and the hope of a better future, many women from the region migrate to Gulf nations in search of employment. In their des

Supreme Court grants regular bail to Muppidi Avinash Reddy, an accused in Andhra liquor 'scam' case

The court said the regular bail would continue during the pendency of the trial proceedings in the case

WebQoof Recap: AI-Generated Visuals, Old Clips Viral Amid West Asia Crisis

Here are the viral pieces of fake news that we debunked this week!

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Assams Cultural Preservation is Our Duty: CM Himanta Biswa Sarma

Guwahati, March 20: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma emphasized that preserving the states cultural and religious traditions is a primary

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Rs.500 Cr for Godavari Pushkaralu in Telangana: Bhatti

The government is also taking steps to use modern technology for convenient darshan, security, and crowd management for devotees during pushkaral

Unilever in takeover talks with McCormick for food business

Unilever is in discussions with McCormick & Company regarding the potential sale of its food division. This business includes well-known brands l

Tiger continues to strike fear in Jagtial, pug marks noticed near temple

Hyderabad: A tiger moving around the villages of Surampeta and Dammapeta in Kodimial mandal of Jagtial district continues to strike fear among vi

TMC's Kalyan Banerjee moves HC over transfer of IAS, IPS officers by Election Commission

Kalyan Banerjee, a Trinamool Congress Member of Parliament, has approached the Calcutta High Court. He is questioning the Election Commission's d

Gautam Gambhir Moves Delhi HC Over AI Deepfakes; Hearing For Monday

Team India Head Coach and former MP Gautam Gambhir seek urgent relief over the alleged misuse of his identity through AI deepfakes & unauthorised

Norway's crown princess says she was 'manipulated and deceived' by Epstein

The U.S. Justice Department's release of millions of Epstein documents has sent shockwaves around the world, revealing the disgraced financier's

MasiMagam: an auspicious day for Irularcommunity to reconnect with their roots on Mamallapuramseashores

For theIrulars, theMasiMagamfestival is deeply tied to their culture and collective identity.They gather in their thousands on the shores ofMamal

Calcutta, Im Sorry wants to be on OTT

HarryMacLurehas started a petition to help take his latest film showcasing the talent of the Anglo-Indian community to a global audience

Weather Disruptions May Affect Flight Schedules at Delhi Airport

New Delhi, March 20: The Delhi International Airport Authority has issued a travel advisory for passengers due to adverse weather conditions. The

War in Iran threatens fresh food-price shock across developing world

A conflict in Iran is disrupting vital fertiliser supplies and driving up energy costs. This is poised to cause a significant increase in food pr

Uttarakhand: Dhami expands cabinet, inducts five MLAs

DEHRADUN, Mar 20: Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami expanded his cabinet on Friday, with five MLAs taking oath as ministers at the L

Israel says it struck Syrian commander centre and weapons depots after attacks on Druze

DUBAI, Mar 20: Israels military said Friday it struck sites in Syria in response to attacks against the Druze. The army said it struck infrastruc

Union Minister Kishan Reddy hails India as beacon of peace amid global tensions

TIRUPATI, Mar 20: Union Coal and Mines Minister G Kishan Reddy on Friday said while much of the world is gripped by the conflict in West Asia, In

Keralas Election Campaign Gains Momentum During Eid Celebrations

Thiruvananthapuram, March 20: This year, Eid falls on a Friday, transforming Keralas election campaign into a vibrant and politically charged atm

Former CPI(M) leader in Kerala booked for alleged sexual relations with woman on false marriage promise

The matter came to light after the 32-year-old woman reportedly attempted suicide after the accused allegedly withdrew from his promise to marry

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Work from home, avoid air travel to deal with higher energy prices, IEA says

The International Energy Agency has agreed to a record release of oil from strategic stockpiles to deal with the effects of the US-Israeli war wi

Selectors to track ODI World Cup probables in IPL; full-strength squad for Afghanistan Test

Indian cricket selectors are closely watching players during the ongoing IPL. The focus is on identifying the core group of around 20 players for

In CPI(M)'s cradle, Kerala CM Pinarayi Vijayan eyes another win as Congress, BJP step up fight

Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan is seeking re-election from his home constituency Dharmadam. The CPI(M) leader aims for consecutive victor

'We didn't know F35 was invisible': Memes erupt after 'wiped-out' Iran air defence hit most-advanced jet

F35 Hit by Iran: Iran today claimed that it has struck a US F-35 stealth fighter jet, forcing it into an emergency landing. While US officials co

Massive Fire Breaks Out at South Korean Auto Parts Factory, 50 Injured

Deajeon, March 20: A significant fire erupted at an auto parts manufacturing facility in Deajeon, South Korea, injuring at least 50 individuals,

Telangana FM pegs 2026-27 Budget at 3.24 lakh crore

He estimated revenue expenditure at 2,34,406 crore and capital expenditure at 47,267 crore

Meri Zindagi Hai Tu last episode wont air on Saturday, why?

Islamabad: With the Eid weekend almost here, fans of the Pakistani drama Meri Zindagi Hai Tu are eagerly waiting for its much-anticipated final e

Why 'F35 hit by Iran' is a big deal for world's most-advanced stealth fighter jet that was supposed to be 'unkillable'

A US F-35 stealth fighter jet sustained damage during a mission over Iran. The advanced aircraft made an emergency landing at a Middle Eastern ai

Im a kidney surgeon. Heres why I hope I never see you

Melbourne, Mar 20 (The Conversation) As a urological surgeon, I meet many patients with chronic (long-term) kidney disease. Sometimes, I see pati

Puducherry Assembly election: Seat finalisation impasse in both NDA and INDIA fronts

Supreme Court Grants Relief to Director Sujoy Ghosh in Copyright Case Related to Kahaani-2

Mumbai, March 20: Director Sujoy Ghosh has received significant relief from the Supreme Court. The court has decided to dismiss the ongoing proce

RCB vs SRH IPL 2026 tickets: How to book online, price range & IPL opening match details

RCB vs SRH IPL 2026 March 28 Check How to book ticket: Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) will host Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) in what is expected

Who is Nimisha Nair, actress who posted video of 'drunk men' blocking cab, harassing her in Mumbai?

Nimisha Nair in a social media post posted a video of 'drunk men' blocking a cab she was travelling in and harassing her in Mumbai. Nimisha Nair

Govt floats RFP to select beneficiaries for rare earth magnet manufacturing

The Ministry of Heavy Industries has invited bids to set up 6,000 MTPA NdFeB facilities under the Scheme to Promote Manufacturing of Sintered Rar

Supreme Court quashes copyright case against filmmaker Sujoy Ghosh over his 'Kahaani 2' film

The Supreme Court bench allowed Sujoy Ghosh's plea, challenging a Jharkhand High Court's order, which had refused to quash the proceedings pendin

Veterinary Doctor Killed in Hippopotamus Attack at Karnataka Zoo, Inquiry Ordered

A 26-year-old veterinary doctor died after a hippopotamus attack at Tavarekoppa Zoo in Shivamogga. Karnataka government orders probe and announce

A spring without rain: Western Himalayas driest in four centuries

Researchers extracted tree cores from old deodar trees in Lahaul, Himachal Pradesh, to reconstruct 396 years of rainfall history of the spring se

Goldman Sachs to make small job cuts on performance in April, source says

The cuts are not part of the annual strategic resource assessment, which typically reduces staff by 1 to 3%, the source said

Pakistan Tops Global Terror Index Despite Drop in Global Deaths

New Delhi: The 2026 Global Terrorism Index (GTI) reports a sharp 28% decline in global terrorism deaths in 2025, but warns that rising instabili

Life in the Himalaya | Review of Anuradha Roys Called by the Hills

Roy writes with affection, not sentimentality, about her house, garden and the mountains

Understanding Space Radiation and How Astronauts Protect Themselves

New Delhi, March 20: Space travel is thrilling, but it comes with numerous challenges. One of the biggest challenges is space radiation. On Earth

India Smart Utility Week 2026 held in New Delhi with 2000+ Delegates, 230+ experts and Speakers and Participation from 40+ Utilities

Fact-Check: AI Visuals Passed Off as Iran's Attack on Indian Oil Tanker

AI-detection tool Hive Moderation revealed that the viral clip was created using artificial intelligence.

Maharashtra Godman Scandal: Nashik Famous Astrologer Accused of Years of Abuse, 58 Videos Surface

Retired Merchant Navy officer and self-proclaimed astrologer Ashok Kharat arrested in Nashik for repeatedly raping a woman over 3.5 years. Police

Double blow for SRH: After Pat Cummins, Jack Edwards ruled out of 2026 IPL season

Hyderabad: Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) face a significant injury crisis heading into the Indian Premier League (IPL) this season, with not just cap

Retail and Office Demand Converge to Push Rentals Higher in NCR

Somewhere between the second espresso bar opening on a lane in Gurugram and a European fashion label quietly locking a lease in South Delhi, the

Rakeshs Surprising Impact in Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge

Mumbai, March 20: Aditya Dhars highly anticipated film Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge has taken the audience by storm since its release. While Ranveer

Its official: Mani Ratnams next to star Vijay Sethupathi and Sai Pallavi

Legendary director Mani Ratnam is teaming up with Vijay Sethupathi and Sai Pallavi for his next film. The movie is produced by the filmmakers own

Babri mosque emotion: West Bengal may see Muslim Chief Minister or Deputy CM: Humayun Kabir

Humayun Kabir said that his outfit would contest 182 seats in alliance with AIMIM and could emerge as a decisive player in government formation i

Work from home, avoid air travel to deal with higher energy prices: International Energy Agency

The U.S-Israel war with Iran has driven up energy prices, causing concerns over inflation across the world

Sattu Sharbat vs Buttermilk: Which One Should You Have To Beat The Summer Heat?

Sattu sharbat and buttermilk both contain nutrients and have cooling properties that your body needs. Here is the range of health benefits that t

Chaitra Navratri: Arrival on Palanquin and Departure on Elephant, What Do the Signs Hold for the Future?

New Delhi, March 20: Every year, the nine forms of the divine mother Bhavani are worshipped twice across the country. Both Chaitra and Sharadiya

Semaglutide Patent Expires: Will Diabetes, Weight-Loss Treatment Become More Accessible For Patients?

Patent expiry does not signal a change in the medicine itself. Rather, it marks the beginning of wider competition, which typically leads to pric