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Power distribution companies ready to efficiently handle 19000 MW demand, says Bhatti

Mahalakshmi scheme provides 280 crore free bus trips for women

Alarming Education Gap: 28% of Pakistani Children Out of School, Girls Affected More

Islamabad, March 19: Nearly 28% of children aged 5 to 16 in Pakistan do not attend school, with girls being disproportionately affected. Local me

Jharkhand money laundering case: ED files fifthsupplementary Prosecution Complaint involving former Minister Alamgir Alam

ED asserted that so far the federal agency has conducted 52 searches under Section 17 of the PMLA across Jharkhand, Delhi, and Bihar; arrested 9

Cricket Star Tilak Varma Visits Peddi Film Set, Gifts Special Bat to Ram Charan

Hyderabad, March 19: The intersection of film and sports creates a unique experience for audiences. Recently, the trend of sports drama films has

All Indian Sailors and Ships in the Persian Gulf Region Safe, Confirms Government

New Delhi, March 19: The government announced on Wednesday that all Indian sailors in the Middle East are completely safe. No incidents involving

Odisha Congress to pursue alleged attempts to bribe its MLAs in Karnataka before Rajya Sabha election

The party will move Election Commission of India raising the bribery issue and seek its intervention

Haryana Rajya Sabha polls: Congress win nothing short of a hard lesson

Meanwhile, the BJP cornered the Congress over its allegations surrounding the Rajya Sabha polls, by mounting a sharp attack on the Congress

NIA Files Charges Against Three PLA Terrorists in Assam Rifles Truck Attack

New Delhi, March 19: The National Investigation Agency (NIA) has filed charges against three members of the banned Peoples Liberation Army (PLA)

Japan Secures Final Spot by Defeating South Korea 4-1 in Womens Asian Cup Semifinal

Sydney, March 19: In a stunning performance, Japan triumphed over South Korea with a score of 4-1 in the semifinals of the Womens Asian Cup 2026.

Delhi CM announces 10 lakh each to family of deceased in Palam fire

The Chief Minister said that a magisterial probe has been ordered to ascertain the exact cause of the fire and to prevent such incidents in the f

Prof Tito Ganjoo to head Jogishwari Mandir Trust

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Mar 18: TheRainawari KP Action Committee (RKPAC)today announced election ofProf. Tito Ganjooas president of theJog

Jujutsu Kaisen Season 3 Episode 11 release time, how to watch and what to expect: Global streaming timings worldwide, episode 10 recap

Jujutsu Kaisen Season 3 Episode 11 release time, how to watch and what to expect is confirmed for March 19, 2026. The episode continues Megumis f

Three die while cleaning septic tank in Raipur Hospital; incident sparks outrage over sanitation workers safety

The mishap took place at Ram Krishna Care Hospital in Pachpedi Naka area where the victims entered the nearly 20-feet-deep septic tank without an

How Maharashtra Legislature cleared the Freedom of Religion Bill, and why most of the opposition parties did not oppose it

Once the Governor gives his assent, Maharashtra will become the 13th State in India to have a legislation against forced conversions

Being Muslim in India Has Become a Crime: Waris Pathan

Mumbai, March 19: AIMIM leader Waris Pathan has strongly criticized the arrest of 14 young men during an Iftar party on a boat in Varanasi, where

Plea in Delhi HC flags fear of communal tension in Uttam Nagar ahead of Id

The plea has been moved by the Association for Protection of Civil Rights (APCR), which has sought urgent directions to the Delhi Police and the

Maharashtra Government to Implement Micro-Zoning for Circle Rates, Starting with MMR

Mumbai, March 19: The Maharashtra Legislative Assembly unanimously passed the Maharashtra Stamp (Amendment) Bill, 2026 on Wednesday. This bill ai

Stranded Indian students use Armenia, Azerbaijan to exit war-torn Iran, slow pace leaves parents anxious

Parents in Kashmir have expressed satisfaction over the opening of the Azerbaijan route

U.S. Ambassador Sergio Gore Meets NSA Ajit Doval to Discuss India-U.S. Security Cooperation

New Delhi, March 19: The U.S. Ambassador to India, Sergio Gore, met with National Security Advisor (NSA) Ajit Doval on Wednesday. The discussion

NC, PDP spar over Bill pertaining to land rights in J&K

NC legislator Tanvir Sadiq has submitted the J&K LandGrants(Restoration and Protection)Bill, 2025 to the J&K Assembly as a private members bill

Odisha suspends officials over fire tragedy

The disciplinary action was taken even as different inquiries were going on to find lapses leading to fire

Telangana to Establish Nodal Agency for Floodplain Zoning, Says Minister Uttam Kumar Reddy

Hyderabad, March 19: Telanganas Irrigation Minister N. Uttam Kumar Reddy announced on Wednesday the formation of a dedicated nodal agency for flo

Zero tolerance for any kind of violence, intimidation: CEC

Meghalaya Extends Curfew Amid Violence Concerns in West Garo Hills

Shillong, March 19: Authorities in Meghalaya have extended the night curfew in the West Garo Hills district for an additional day due to rising t

Pharma Staff Hurt In Mini-Bus Accident Near Miyapur

Miyapur police said no complaint has been received so far, and details regarding the victims and the cause of the accident are being ascertained.

NIA Files Charges Against Three PLA Cadres in Manipur Attack

New Delhi, March 19: The National Investigation Agency (NIA) has filed a chargesheet against three cadres of the banned organization Peoples Libe

Deve Gowda's riposte to Kharge marriage jibe: 'Had to divorce as it was an abusive relationship'

Teen Ends Life Over Alleged Love Failure

Police suspect she might have taken the drastic step after her parents refused her proposal.

Tharu Culture: A Pride of Uttarakhand, Says CM Dhami

Dehradun, March 19: Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami addressed the Tharu Holi Mahotsav held in Khatima via virtual means from his r

Rajya Sabha bids farewell to 59 MPs; PM says no full stops in politics

Lok Sabha Clears 53 Lakh Crore Demands For Grants And Appropriation Bill For 2026-27

The Lok Sabha also passed the Appropriation Bill (2) Bill, 2026, moved by Union finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman.

Mizoram Municipal Corporation Elections Scheduled for April 21

Aizawl, March 19: The Mizoram State Election Commission (SEC) announced on Wednesday that elections for the 19-member Aizawl Municipal Corporatio

Why are US stock market indexes down today, and will S&P 500, Nasdaq and Dow Jones stay in red or turn green again? Wall Street fall, biggest gainers, losers, analysts insights, market outlook explained. Here's what investors should do now

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

Aadhaar Emerges as the Worlds Largest Biometric Identification System with 1.34 Billion Active Users

New Delhi, March 19: Aadhaar has established itself as the worlds largest biometric identification system, boasting approximately 1.34 billion ac

Meta seeks HC stay on CCPA fine for selling walkie-talkies

Mirwaiz, Imran Ansari condemn Larijanis killing

Ansari, also a Shia cleric who heads the All J&K Shia Association, said, With deep sorrow and heavy hearts, we mourn the martyrdom of Larijani, H

Transgender Groups Protest Amendment Bill

Speakers highlighted the impact on daily life. At a time when I had just begun to feel that I could live with recognition as a human being, this

Countries should consider vaccination for groups at highest risk of severe COVID-19 disease

The WHOs Strategic Advisory Group of Experts on Immunization recommends two doses of the routine COVID-19 vaccination per year, six months apart,

US Stocks Slump on Fears of Rising Oil Prices, Inflation and Interest Rates

The S&P 500 fell 1.1% and was on track for its first loss this week. The Dow Jones Industrial Average was down 668 points, or 1.4%, with an hour

Over 34% of Voters Excluded from Electoral Roll in West Bengal

Kolkata, March 19: The judicial process in West Bengal has been completed as of Wednesday night, revealing that over 34% of voters have been excl

BJP demands Rahul Gandhis resignation over USCIRF report endorsement

The report has recommended sanctions on the Research & Analysis Wing (R&AW) and the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS)

Four Batsmen Who Scored Over 800 Runs in a Single IPL Season

New Delhi, March 19: The Indian Premier League (IPL) has seen numerous records set and broken over its 18 seasons. Players have entertained fans

Training Held For Officials In SIR Of Electoral Rolls In AP

These officials are also the deputy District Election Officers (DEOs) for carrying out the SIR 2026 operations in Andhra Pradesh.

U.S. Expands Visa Bond Program to 50 Countries, Requires $15,000 Deposit

Washington, March 19: The United States has announced an expansion of its visa bond program, set to take effect on April 2. The U.S. State Depart

6 Arrested, Adulterated Dairy Worth 11 Lakh Seized

The operation, based on credible information, was carried out near Ganj Bazar under Mahankali police station limits by the Task Force team along

Quote of the day by Giorgio Armani: 'Jeans represent democracy in fashion' - lessons on equality, fashion and timeless style by the Italian fashion designer and founder of Armani Group

Quote of the day by Giorgio Armani: Giorgio Armani, a pioneer of minimalist fashion, famously stated, Jeans represent democracy in fashion. This

Quote of the Day March 19, 2026: Homers The Odyssey Quote Nothing is bred that is weaker than man A deep reflection on human strength, weakness, and life lessons from an ancient epic

This quote of the day from The Odyssey shows how humans can feel weak but still grow stronger in life. It is a powerful motivational quote about

New model of security and development established in U.P. in last nine years: Adityanath

Security ramped up in west Delhi ahead of Id-ul-Fitr

CM Stalin Criticizes AIADMK for Offensive Remarks on Women

Chennai, March 19: Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin launched a strong attack on AIADMK leaders over their alleged offensive comments about w

BLF Claims Responsibility for Attacks in Kech and Washuk, Three Pakistani Soldiers Killed

Quetta, March 19: The Baloch Liberation Front (BLF) has claimed responsibility for attacks in Kech district, resulting in the deaths of three Pak

Cabinet nod for Rs 33,660 crore plan to set up 100 industrial parks

KCR Accused of Receiving Over 1 Crore Without Attending Assembly: CM Reddy

Hyderabad, March 19: Telangana Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy made serious allegations on Wednesday, claiming that opposition leader K. Chandras

U.S. Lawmaker Calls for Increased Security Funding for Religious Institutions Amid Rising Global Tensions

Washington, March 19: A prominent U.S. lawmaker has called for increased funding to enhance the security of religious institutions. This request

Six IPS Officers From AP To Get Presidents Police Medal

In total, 960 police personnel from APranging from IPS officers to constableshave been honoured.

Amid LPG crisis, demand for rocket stoves surges in Kerala

Rocket stoves are high in demand as they require less firewood compared to regular wood stoves;as orders surge, stove suppliers have stopped acce

Did Whitney Leavitt really get a tattoo for breaking Chicago's Broadway record?

Whitney Leavitt celebrated breaking Chicagos all-time weekly ticket sales record by getting a tattoo, fulfilling a promise made in a viral TikTok

Jammu Police Solves Blind Murder Case in Just 24 Hours

Jammu, March 19: The Jammu Police South Zone has once again demonstrated its swift and effective investigative capabilities by solving a blind mu

Focus on Upgrading Rehab Centres, Says EAGLE Chief IGP Ravikrishna

Ravikrishna underlined that drugs such as ganja posed a serious threat not only to individual health but also to families and society.

Parliament watch: Lok Sabha clears Rs 53 lakh crore spending via guillotine; no PLI payouts for solar firms, uranium projects await clearances

Lok Sabha approved over 53 lakh crore for ministries' grants, including Railways and Agriculture. Meanwhile, solar manufacturers await PLI funds,

Iran Seeks Intelligence Support from U.S. Adversaries, CIA Director Reveals

Washington, March 19: CIA Director John Ratcliffe disclosed on Wednesday that Iran is actively seeking intelligence assistance from U.S. adversar

NSA Doval, US envoy Gor discuss geopolitical issues

IIIT Basar Students Protest Over Safety, Facilities

Vice-chancellor Goverdhan held discussions with student representatives and assured that their demands would be addressed within a week, followin

Biju trustnot funded by party money, saysNaveen

Governance lag risk and limits of scale: What HDFC Bank chairman's exit truly signals

In the final analysis, the significance of HDFC Bank chairman's resignation lies not in what it reveals explicitly, but in what it implies.

Traffic Advisory Issued for Farmers Meeting at Ramlila Maidan on March 19

New Delhi, March 19: The Delhi Traffic Police has issued a traffic advisory for residents ahead of the farmers meeting scheduled at Ramlila Maida

The opportunity in Cameroon to rebalance the WTO

The World Trade Organizations Ministerial Conference must ensure that trade is governed by rules rather than coercion

Chaitra Navratri 2026 Wishes: Top images, quotes, wishes, messages and more to share

Chaitra Navratri commences on March 19, 2026, ushering in the Hindu New Year. This nine-day festival honors the nine forms of Goddess Durga. Devo

Relief for Bina Modi in assault case filed by son

The Delhi High Court has halted legal proceedings against Bina Modi, chairperson of Godfrey Phillips India, and others. This action follows a com

Modi Greets Kuwait Crown Prince for Id, Calls for Safe Navigation

Calls for peace, condemns attacks, stresses Hormuz navigation safety

No end to suffering: On the Pakistan-Afghanistan conflict

India must enlist more support against Pakistans bombing of Afghanistan

Disney confirms release dates for Lilo & Stitch 2 and Incredibles 3

The Walt Disney Company has confirmed release dates for two major sequels, Lilo & Stitch 2 and Incredibles 3, arriving in summer 2028. The revela

HPV Vaccine Campaign Launched in Rampur to Protect Against Cervical Cancer

Rampur, March 19: A new HPV (Human Papillomavirus) vaccination campaign has been launched in Rampur, Uttar Pradesh, focusing on the health of wom

U.S. Fed holds rates unchanged over uncertain Iran war implications

The central bank cut rates three consecutive times late last year before holding them steady at its January meeting

Congress to contest 95, IUML 27 seats in 140-seat Kerala Assembly

Kerala's UDF, led by Congress and IUML, will contest 95 and 27 seats respectively in the upcoming assembly polls. The alliance aims to leverage r

7 China-bound oil tankers now headed for India, says report

Govt: Unaware Of Any Such Course Change

Himanta Sarma vs Gaurav Gogoi showdown: Assam heads into 2026 polls amid echoes of a political past

In 1996, Assam's Congress faced insurgency and electoral defeat. Tarun Gogoi rebuilt the party, leading it to power in 2001. Now, 25 years later,

Flight diversion leaves passengers stranded inside aircraft in Chennai for hours

According to passengers, they boarded the Air India Express flight in Dehradun at 2.55 p.m. Around 20 minutes before it could land in Bengaluru,

CSIR-NGRI, SRI Sign MoU On Geothermal Energy Research

Officials said the partnership is expected to support Indias clean energy goals and strengthen research in emerging energy technologies.

DDMA clears 21,000-crore plan to reduce Delhi monsoon flooding

Decision on 6G spectrum to be taken by ITU & 3GPP post standard setting

NEW DELHI, Mar 18 : Decision regarding 6G spectrum will be taken by the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) and 3GPP, likely after standa

India and Japan: A Stabilising Axis for the Indo-Pacific

As the region grapples with a worsening strategic environment, deeper India-Japan maritime cooperation under FOIP could serve as a powerful and i

Fire and more fire: On hospital ICU fires, patient safety

India must treat hospital fire safety as an issue of criminal accountability

Telangana Ranks Worst in Consumer Justice 2026

The report highlighted significant infrastructural gaps in Telangana, noting that only 12 District Consumer Disputes Redressal Commissions (DCDRC

National conference on sepsis care held in Chennai

Indias future demographic challenges

The growing elderly population is set to exert increasing pressure on healthcare and social security, thereby putting a strain on the states fina

1,000 crore unpaid, 1,200 new tenders: Chennai Corporations rush sparks transparency concerns

Tamil Nadu Assembly Election: civic issues take centre stage as electors in Chepauk-Thiruvallikeni call for permanent solutions, improved security

The DMK stronghold is set for a 4-cornered contest, with the ruling party and its allies, the AIADMK and BJP, TVK, and NTK in the fray. A few par

Backlogs for LPG refills range from 4 to 12 days: distributors

They say panic bookings have come down mainly due to the restrictions