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Wamiqa Goaded by Akshay to Attempt Daring Stunt

Her ease with her co-star stood out

Sunanda K. Datta-Ray | Amid Bid for Dhaka Reset, Glitches Along the Padma

Preacher row, political shifts test ties under Tarique Rahman

Ingredient First, Always: Why Ingri At Museo Feels Different

At Ingri at Museo, ingredient-forward cooking, all-day dining, and an easy, creative vibe come together to create a caf you keep returning to.

Owner Not Responsible for Activities of Tenants: High Court

The judge was dealing with a writ petition filed by Alluri Sitarama Raju, who challenged the sealing and attachment of his property at Guttala Be

A tale of two think-tanks

The English team management of Brook and McCullum has left Livingstone in limbo while IT20I skipper Suryakumar and india head coach Gambhir have

HOW I KEEP HEALTHY: Running on Precision

Why a neurosurgeon swears by fitness to sharpen the mind and sustain performance

T. N. braces for intense contest as Dravidian giants face new disruptor

The principal players made compromises to strengthen alliances; M.K. Stalin, to prevent vote spillover, has given a Rajya Sabha berth to the DMDK

Vedakumar Re-elected to Intach Governing Council for Fourth Term With Record Votes

Vedakumar highlighted efforts to ensure continuity of traditional skills across generations.

Telangana to Have Good Rains, Bumper Crops, Says Almanac

Clarifying concerns over the name Parabhava, which signifies defeat, noted Ugadi almanac (panchangam) reader B. Santosh Kumar Sastry said there w

Unfenced border in focus amid arrest of seven foreigners who crossed to Myanmar via porous border

According to the latest data, of the total 1,643 km of fencing approved by the government, only 43.75 km has been completed so far; fencing proje

Kerala Assembly Elections 2026: Congress announces second list of 37 candidates

T.O. Mohanan has been fielded in the Kannur Assembly constituency, which was sought K. Sudhakaran, MP, and Satheesh Kochuparambil from the Konni

Ugadi Panchanga Sravanam, Silver Chariot Festival Held with Fervour at Indrakeeladri

Devotees in large numbers attended the programme and listened attentively. Panchangams were distributed free of cost, followed by Ugadi pachadi a

Chhattisgarh Assembly Passes Anti-Conversion Bill With Stricter Penalties

It prescribes life imprisonment for mass conversions, defined as conversion of more than two persons through force or coercion.

Stay Alert, Save Lives

Although it is known to one and all that driving with cell phones in hands is a dangerous act but despite that almost all the commuters are indul

Polygamy Banned, Live-In Relationships Regulated in Gujarats UCC Bill

Gandhinagar, Mar 19: Gujarat has taken a major step towards implementing a Uniform Civil Code (UCC) after the state cabinet approved the Gujarat

Oil, power, and politics of disruption

The closure of the Strait of Hormuz disrupts a vital artery of the global economy, triggering price increases and turmoil in energy markets; as s

Poll observers reach Coimbatore

Gabbard warns of 'far more DANGEROUS Islamic terror' threat as Stefanik presses on homeland security

CM Naidu Presents 161 Ugadi Awards for Contributions in Diverse Fields

Awards were also presented to those in cultural streams such as Andhra Natyam, Devadasi dance, painting, sculpture, theatre, folk arts and mimicr

Markwayne Mullin: Trumps DHS pick gets Senate Committee confirmation despite Rand Paul's opposition

Rythu Discom Seeks ERCs Licence

Rythu discom chairman and managing director Musharraf Faruqui said the state aimed to deliver dedicated, reliable power to farmers through this f

K-pop Takes Center Stage at Lollapalooza 2026 as Jennie Leads Global Lineup

This year's festival marks a historic moment for K-pop as Jennie headlines with global stars, showcasing the genre's evolution into a dominant mu

Name Missing In Voters' List; Another Celebrity NDA Candidate Out Of Contest In Kerala

The Twenty20 leadership was shocked to learn that Veena Nair, who was set to file her nomination papers on Thursday, did not appear in the voter

Dilip Cherian | Can Khattars Cost-Cutting Policy Stop Earthquakes?

Quake norms rollback, IAS reinstatements, CM rebuke spark accountability debate

Farmers Duped of Rs. 3.18 Crore as Financier Flees in Jagtial

The fraud came to light when several victims gathered at the gram panchayat (GP) office to lodge a complaint.

PM Modi Engages in Phone Call with Qatars Emir, Extends Eid Greetings

New Delhi, March 19: Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke with Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, the Emir of Qatar, over the phone, extending heartf

Odishas Matikhala Becomes Fully Solarised, Sets Benchmark for Rural Energy Transition

Each beneficiary household has been provided with a 1 kW solar unit, enabling them to generate their own electricity, reduce dependence on conven

Explosions in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia Spread Panic Among Indian Residents

They further said that the Indian Embassy in Riyadh, the Indian Consulate in Jeddah and its outsorced services through VFS are operating normally

Modi, Jaishankar work the phones, call for dialogue as strikes on energy infrastructure escalate

French President says India and France working closely together to reduce tensions in West Asia; recent attacks against energy installations are

SIT to Probe Nashik Godman Exploitation Case

Sources said Kharat had approached the police in 2025 with an extortion complaint, but the subsequent probe revealed allegations of sexual exploi

Odisha Reports Diamond, Ruby And Gold Traces; Feasibility Studies Underway

Diamond-bearing stones have been discovered in the Kalamidadar area of Nuapada district, indicating the presence of precious mineral resources be

Prime Video India announces 2026 slate: Shahid Kapoors Farzi season 2, Bobby Deols Teen Kauwe, Mirzapur The Movie and more

The star-studded event was held in Mumbai and was attended by Hrithik Roshan, Alia Bhatt, Bobby Deol, Shahid Kapoor, Vijay Varma, Sonakshi Sinha,

HDFC Bank Is A Strong Institution With Strong Fundamentals: Govt Official

Earlier in the day, the Reserve Bank said there were no material concerns on record as regards the bank's conduct or governance

Chhattisgarh Assembly passes new anti-conversion Bill with stricter provisions

The Bill mandates life imprisonment and fines up to 25 lakh in specific cases; Congress MLAs raise objections, call for broader consultations, an

Watch: Commerce Ministry launches RELIEF scheme to support exporters amid West Asia crisis

Telangana Gaddar Film Awards 2025 Glitter With Star Power

Actor Naga Chaitanya received the Best Actor award for his performance in Thandel.

India to Host World Athletics Indoor Championships 2028: Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya Expresses Delight

New Delhi, March 19: India has been awarded the hosting rights for the World Athletics Indoor Championships in 2028, as announced by Union Minist

Delhi HC directs Tamil media outlet to remove defamatory content against Isha Foundation and Sadhguru

The Delhi High Court has ordered Tamil media outlet Nakkheeran Media to remove defamatory videos and articles targeting Isha Foundation and Sadhg

Bypoll Watch: Rs 15.50 Lakh Cash Seized During Vehicle Check In Bagalkot

The vehicle, a car was travelling from Babaleshwar towards Kushtagi when it was stopped for inspection. Upon checking, officials discovered Rs 15

Quote of the day by Miguel de Cervantes: Hunger is the best sauce in the world- Don Quixote Author

Quote of the day by Miguel de Cervantes: Hunger is the best sauce in the world, the timeless quote from Don Quixote reflects a deep truth about h

Nutritional Benefits of Fox Nuts During Navratri Fasting

New Delhi, March 19: The festival of Navratri, dedicated to the worship of the goddess, is currently being celebrated. Many individuals observe f

Defence Officials, Citizens Block Housing Board Work

The situation has led to confusion over overlapping claims

Dilkashi: First look from Lijo Jose Pellisserys Hindi debut unveiled

Acclaimed Malayalam director Lijo Jose Pellissery is diving into Hindi cinema with his film Dilkashi, starring Abhay Verma and Zahaan Kapoor

SC Dismisses PIL Accusing Vantara of Breaching Wildlife Regulations

Supreme Court upheld Vantara's operations, confirming no wrongdoing in endangered animal imports and rejecting a new plea for further compliance

Samrat Chaudhary Emerges as Potential Chief Minister Candidate, Says Jitan Ram Manjhi

Patna, March 19: An iftar party was held at the residence of Union Minister and Hindustani Awam Morcha (HAM) leader Jitan Ram Manjhi on Thursday.

We are working on securing LPG, petroleum to meet our energy security needs: MEA

Drones over Washington: Asymmetric warfare can reach US soil

Unidentified drones were spotted over a sensitive US military base in Washington. This incident has heightened concerns about internal security.

Is your Social Security check set to shift amid Iran war? Will rising oil prices drive a higher 2027 COLA increase for millions of retirees?

Social Security update: COLA payments could change due to Iran war as oil prices surge past $100. Fuel prices jumped over 20 percent in one month

DC Edit | Check All Wires, Keep People Safe

19 killed as unsafe wiring, mixed-use buildings turn homes into deathtraps

Objectives unchanged: Hegseth slams dishonest media on Iran

Israeli Foreign Minister Sa'ar briefs Jaishankar on West Asia conflict

In a recent diplomatic exchange, Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar engaged in talks with Indias External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar, shedd

Recipient of Aalins kidneys leaves hospital

The ten-year-old had been diagnosed with severe renal failure following bilateral Vesicoureteral Reflux, when she was admitted in a critical cond

Ornamental fisheries sector holds untapped potential, say experts

Odisha: Aluminium Plant Cuts CO Emissions by 50% with EV Loader Deployment at Kodingamali

At Singaram Siding, operations earlier relied on six diesel loaders. With the new 3:3 diesel-to-EV configuration, carbon emissions have reduced b

SSC Paper Leaked 30 Minutes After Exam Began

Past cases across the state show papers being photographed inside exam halls and shared through messaging platforms shortly after the start of th

Raj Thackeray Warns India of Consequences for Not Supporting Iran

Mumbai, March 19: Raj Thackeray, the leader of the Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS), raised concerns on Thursday regarding the central government

US F-35 Hit By Suspected Iranian Fire, Makes Emergency Landing: Report

If confirmed, the episode would mark the first instance of Iran striking a US aircraft since the conflict began in February. The F-35, one of the

Dior to pay Americans $100 with no proof needed heres who qualifies and how to claim

Dior data breach settlement gives money to affected customers in the US. Some people can get $100 without proof, while others may get more if the

Moon Not Sighted Today, Eid al-Fitr To Be Celebrated On March 21

Lucknow Eidgah Imam, Maulana Khalid Rasheed Firangi Mahali, announced that the moon was not sighted on Thursday, which means that Eid al-Fitr wil

Odisha to Host World Athletics Indoor Championship 2028, CM Expresses Pride

New Delhi, March 19: India is set to host the World Athletics Indoor Championship for the first time in 2028. On Thursday, the World Athletics Co

Mideast war 'threatens global food security': WTO chief

The World Trade Organization warned that the Middle East war could significantly slow global trade to 1.4% this year, threatening food security d

How to claim your $500 Common Sense check from $1.1 billion fund step-by-step guide

Georgia $500 stimulus check 2026: Thousands of Georgians will soon receive income tax rebates of up to $500 as part of a $1.1 billion plan to eas

Nine-judge Supreme Court Bench reserves verdict on ambit of industry

The 1978 judgment expanded the ambit of industry to hold that any systematic activity including charitable and government-run services, were an i

Farmers Association Wants MSP Announced For Cocoa

Srinivas demanded that the formula be implemented immediately to save the cocoa farmers

Bhatti to Present Rs.3.25 Lakh Crore Budget

The Budget is expected to align with Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddys Telangana Rising 2047 vision document, which proposes dividing the state in

Govt is Not Anti-Labour as SC Reserves Verdict on 'Iindustry' Definition: Centre

Attorney General R Venkataramani supported the government's labor welfare position but warned against classifying certain departments as industri

He served 5 years as MLA then was asked to repay 21 lakh

In our previous episode, we explored the remarkable story of a father and son P. H. Pandian and Manoj Pandian who lost elections but successful

PPAC asked to collect, compile, analyse data about domestic fuel and energy stocks

Sujata Sharma, Joint Secretary (MoPNG) told reporters that the objective of the gazette notification is to give PPACs mandate legal strength

Is U.S.-Iran war ending anytime soon? It may not. Here's why

International Oil Prices have skyrocketted since the war between Iran and U.S.-Israel began.

Nearly Week After Probe, 1 Arrested In Tamil Nadu Minor's Murder Case

After nearly a week of investigation with analysing CCTV and the Tower Dump method, Dharma Muneshwaran has been arrested by Tamil Nadu Police in

Restaurants, street vendors hiking prices amid LPG crisis, survey finds

A recent survey conducted by Local Circles, a community social media platform focusing on governance and urban daily life, revealed that a majori

Kolkata High Court Denies Bail to Sheikh Shahjahan in ED Attack Case

Kolkata, March 19: In a significant setback for Sheikh Shahjahan and his brother Alamgir, the Kolkata High Court has rejected their bail applicat

Hezbollah says battling Israeli troops' advance in south Lebanon

The Israeli army announced on Monday that it had launched limited ground operations in Lebanon

Ugadi Celebrated With Rituals, Panchangam Readings

Traditional Ugadi Pachadi, symbolising different experiences of life, was prepared and shared among families, friends and participants at events.

Why Nvidia, Micron, Tesla stock crashing big today: NVDA down 1% while MU stock crashes nearly 5% heres why TSLA stock is falling today amid oil surge and Fed uncertainty

Why Nvidia, Micron, Tesla stock crashing big today as NVDA slips 1% and MU plunges nearly 5%. Oil spikes, bond yields jump, and profit booking hi

DC Edit | No-Trust Bitterness Behind, Parliament Turns New Leaf

Rare unity restores House function, revokes suspensions, and revives debate culture

Quote of the day by John Locke: Parents wonder why the streams are bitter, when they themselves poison the fountain.

Parenting shapes a child's growth through environment and example. Children absorb lessons from what they see and experience. Philosopher John Lo

MNS chief Raj Thackeray slams Centre, says India should stand by Iran

Raj Thackeray criticizes the central government's foreign policy regarding Iran. He states India should have supported Iran due to past alliances

Govt Appoints Five Whips for Legislative Assembly & Council

The latest appointments are believed to be part of the governments effort to balance regional and caste representation within the state administr

Bill To Curb Forced Religious Conversion Tabled In Chhattisgarh Assembly

The Bill proposes life imprisonment for mass conversion

Despite Centres delay, States, U.T.s, set aside funds for rural jobs programme

At least 24 States and UTs make budgetary provisions despite uncertainty over Centres normative allocations; most States use past expenditure und

Uttarakhand High Court questions Mohammad Deepaks plea for protection, calls it pressure tactic

Advocate Navnish Negi, who represented Mr. Deepak argued that his client had been facing threats and that a crowd had gathered outside his reside

Collector chairs meeting with Election Observers

Free patta beneficiaries of SC community in Kilaku Semai Valasu hamlet unable to enjoy rights due to political pressure

Coimbatore District Police arrest 32 persons in special drive

DMK functionary defrauded of 1.30 cr.

Jewellery worth 2.40 crore seized in Namakkal

Iran missile fire kills 3 Palestinians in West Bank, foreign worker in Israel

This marks the first Palestinian deaths from Iranian attacks in the ongoing Middle East war

K Kavitha eyes new party launch, targets K Chandrasekhar Rao, Modi and Revanth Reddy

K Kavitha plans to launch a new political party soon. She will announce the launch date after consulting an auspicious time. Her political fight

K Kavitha eyes new party launch, targets KCR, Modi and Revanth Reddy

K Kavitha plans to launch a new political party soon. She will announce the launch date after consulting an auspicious time. Her political fight