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Assembly Elections 2026 LIVE: Bengal BJP chief Suvendu Adhikari likely to take on Mamata; T.N. Congress chief says TVK's Vijay won't ally with BJP

Model Code of Conduct in force across four poll-bound States, one UT; almost 50% voters in Assam are women

BJP Gains Upper Hand in Odisha Rajya Sabha Polls Amid Cross-Voting Drama

Dilip Rays victory over BJD-backed nominee signals shifting political equations

India Hits Out At Pak Over Ahmadiyyas Persecusion, Air-Bombings Against Afghan In UNGA

UNITED NATIONS, Mar 17: India called out Pakistan for its habit of fabricating imaginative tales of Islamophobia in neighbouring countries, quest

Rashid Khan, Afghanistan cricketers condemn deadly Kabul air strike by Pakistan

The all-rounder wrote that targeting civilian homes, educational facilities or medical infrastructure, whether intentional or accidental, amounts

Encyclopedia Britannica sues OpenAI over AI training

Our models empower innovation, and are trained on publicly available data and grounded in fair use, an OpenAI spokesperson said

In Hollywood, AI's no match for creativity, say top executives

I've never used AI on any of my films yet. We have a writer's room. All the seats are occupied, Spielberg said. I am not for AI if it replaces a

Manipur Assembly takes up health services, begins phased IDP resettlement

Manipur Assembly convened to discuss vital health services and the resettlement of Internally Displaced Persons. Several key bills received Gover

Revanth Reddy Congratulates Nandini Sidda Reddy on Sahitya Akademi Award

Telangana CM hails selection of Animesha for prestigious literary honour

Truck carrying cattle overturns in Hayathnagar, driver, cleaner injured

Hyderabad: A truck carrying cattle overturned near the Hayathnagar police station, leading to injuries to the driver and cleaner. According to po

Watch: We dont know if hes dead or not: Trump on Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei

How red marks liminal thresholds between life, death, sacrifice and renewal

Red ochre burials, ritual markings and myths across cultures show that red repeatedly marks liminal thresholds such as puberty, sacrifice and dea

400 dead and 250 injured as Pakistan bombs hospital in Kabul

Afghanistan has accused Pakistan of carrying out an airstrike on a hospital in Kabul, with officials claiming the death toll has risen to 400 and

Eid 2026 Moonsighting Date: When will Shawwal crescent moon be visible in Saudi Arabia and India

Saudi Arabia has called for the Shawwal crescent moon to be sighted on Wednesday evening, March 18, 2026, to determine the start of Eid-ul-Fitr.

India Hits Out at Pakistan at UNGA Over Ahmadiyyas, Afghan Strikes

Harish was addressing the UN General Assembly commemoration of the International Day to Combat Islamophobia

Apple AirPods Max 2 launched: Check price, pre-order date, specifications, colours, features and key differences from AirPods Max

Apple has unveiled the AirPods Max 2, featuring the advanced H2 chip. These new premium headphones offer enhanced noise cancellation and intellig

Dell workforce drops 10% in fiscal 2026, filing shows

Dell, whose shares have risen over 24% so far this year, said last month that it expects revenue from its key AI-optimised servers business to do

Rohit Sharma joins MI squad ahead of 2026 IPL season

Former India and Mumbai Indians (MI) captain Rohit Sharma has officially joined the five-time champions' squad ahead of the 2026 Indian Premier L

Rupee falls 14 paise to 92.42 against US dollar in early trade

Mumbai, Mar 17 (PTI) The rupee lost 14 paise and traded at 92.42 against the US dollar in early deals on Tuesday, as it failed to resist pressure

CAPF Officers Won in Supreme Court. Modi Govt's New Bill Could Undo The Outcome

CAPF officers' Supreme Court victory at risk from Modi government's new bill.

Robbers snatch Rs 1 cr in Hyderabads Kukatpally using chilli powder attack

Hyderabad: A major robbery took place in Kukatpally late on Monday night when unknown persons snatched away Rs 1 crore in cash from two individua

Iran negotiating with FIFA over moving World Cup games to Mexico: embassy

Irans participation at this summers finals in the United States, Canada and Mexico has been thrown into doubt since the West Asia war began

Drone Strike Triggers Fire at Fujairah Oil Industry Zone

Despite the targeted nature of the attack, authorities confirmed that there were no casualties as a result of the strike

Breaking News Live: BRS issues show-cause notice to former MLA Pilot Rohith Reddy over party image concerns

KD: The Devil song: KVN Productions takes down track after severe backlash over vulgar lyrics

KVN Productions is in hot water over the special number from their upcoming Kannada film, KD: The Devil, featuring Nora Fatehi and Sanjay Dutt. F

Watch: Trump says former President told him I wish I did It on Iran war

Excellent example of fabricating tales: India slams Pakistan at UN over Islamophobia claims

IISER Aptitude Test 2026 Registration Underway, Check Important Dates, Application Form

IISER Aptitude Test 2026: The application portal for the IAT will close on April 13 at 11:55 pm. The correction window will be open from April 16

400 killed by Pakistan: What's behind the attack on Afghan Taliban by its once closest friend?

Pakistan and the Afghan Taliban, once close allies, are now engaged in escalating conflict. Pakistan accuses Afghanistan of harboring militants,

West Asia war: Indian LPG tanker Nanda Devi set to reach Kandla Port

The vessel recently passed through the strategically sensitive Strait of Hormuz, a key maritime corridor linking the Persian Gulf to global marke

Forbes 2026: List of top 10 richest Indians, their net worth

In the Forbes Worlds Billionaires List 2026, many Indians appear, with Mukesh Ambani, Chairman of Reliance Industries, whose net worth is USD 99.

NDA's Outreach To Vijay's TVK Hits Roadblock. Reason: Superstar Rajinikanth

Speculation over a possible tie-up between the BJP-led NDA and actor-politician Vijay's Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) for the upcoming Tamil Nad

Garena Free Fire Max Redeem Codes for March 17, 2026: Unlock 20+ rewards now

Garena Free Fire Max players can snag free in-game items using redeem codes released regularly. These 12-character alphanumeric codes are time-se

Nvidia making AI module for outer space

Partners in the project include Starcloud, which is planning a November satellite launch that will mark the cosmic debut of the new Nvidia module

1 Crore Robbed in Kukatpally; Assailants Use Chilli Powder

Four-member gang targets two men from Bahadurpura; police form special teams, suspect hawala cash

Gen Z employee attends online meeting with neem face mask, sipping drink: What the boss said next sparks debate

A viral Zoom call video featuring an employee wearing a neem face mask during a team meeting has ignited a debate on workplace professionalism. W

Stair climbing is great exercise

Climbing stairs is an accessible and effective form of cardiovascular exercise that promotes heart health by increasing heart rate and improving

Jaishankar meets top EU leadership; discusses trade, global issues

Jaishankar also called on European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen and said her state visit to India in January marked a urning point

Hezbollah says launched rockets, drones at Israel's Nahariya; three injured

BRS Issues Show-Cause Notice to Pilot Rohith Reddy Over Drug Allegations

Party seeks explanation within 7 days; bars former MLA from official activities pending inquiry

Over 400 dead in Pakistani airstrike on Kabul Rehabilitation Centre: Afghanistan

The attack, which occurred late at night, caused widespread destruction at the facility where patients undergoing treatment and staff members wer

A Rs 2,000 Deposit, A Scholarship Promise And A Big Karnataka Cyber Scam

The accused approached students staying at a boys' hostel and gained their trust by promising assistance in securing scholarship benefits.

Second LPG Tanker Nanda Devi Set to Arrive at Kandla Port Today

Chief officer of the Nanda Devi said that the 46,000 metric tonnes of LPG will help India amid a worldwide crisis caused by the conflict in West

LPG supply: Crackdown against hoarding in multiple states

The Leader of Opposition in Rajya Sabha, Mallikarjun Kharge, said that the government had claimed that the LPG supply was not affected by the Ira

NMC fines 7 medical colleges Rs 1 crore each for not disclosing intern stipends

The National Medical Commission has fined seven medical colleges 1 crore each for failing to disclose stipend details for interns and residents.

Pakistan 'fabricates imaginative tales of Islamophobia': India slams Pak at United Nations

India has strongly responded to Pakistan at the United Nations. India accused Pakistan of fabricating Islamophobia narratives while neglecting it

UAE briefly closes airspace as fighting escalates

The airspace was closed briefly as the UAEs military worked to intercept incoming Iranian fire early on Tuesday

Foreign Tourist Arrivals Cross Pre-Pandemic Levels: Centre

Replying to a question from MP Vemireddy Prabhakar Reddy, the minister said 20,568,622 foreign tourists visited the country in 2024, marking an 8

Margareta Magnusson, Author Who Introduced 'Swedish Death Cleaning' To The World, Dies At 92

The idea is that as people grow older, they should gradually sort through their belongings and remove unnecessary items so their loved ones are n

FSSAI asks milk vendors to register, launches drive to curb adulteration

The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has mandated registration or licenses for all independent milk producers and vendors nat

'Principles of Dravidian ideology and Islam are fundamentally the same': Udhayanidhi Stalin

Tamil Nadu deputy chief minister Udhayanidhi Stalin, who aslo happens to be the son of chief minister MK Stalin, said no conspiracies can break t

Light rain forecast for Mumbai, neighbouring districts on March 18-19

For the rest of Maharashtra, the IMD has predicted moderate summer conditions for the next four to five days

Islandwide blackout hits Cuba as island struggles with deepening energy crisis

It was the third major blackout in Cuba over the past four months

Canada to boost oil output as Iran war disrupts Strait of Hormuz, triggering global supply shock and price surge

Canada is increasing its crude oil output by 140,000 barrels daily starting in April. This move supports a global effort to stabilize energy mark

Meta shares jump after report on plans for layoffs of 20% or more

If Meta settles on the 20% figure, the cuts will be the biggest since a late 2022 and early 2023 restructuring

19-Year-Old Dental Student Arrested For Links With ISIS Online Module In UP

The Uttar Pradesh Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS) has arrested a 19-year-old student pursuing dentistry for allegedly having links with an online modu

Rhetoric Without Roadmap: Modi's Bengal Visit Shows BJP is Keen on Recalibration

PM Modi remained silent on the SIR issue, offering no acknowledgment to the waiting crowds, writes Arka Deb.

Trump says a former president had an Iran confession, aides to his predecessors

He repeated that Iran had been a threat to the United States for decades but said he is the only president who had the courage to do something ab

SP Leader Booked for Claiming Azam Khan Asked Muslims to Skip Eid

A video of Malik making the statement was circulated on social media, following which a sub-inspector posted at the Ganj police station lodged a

Climate change could drive millions globally into physical inactivity by 2050: Lancet study

Physical inactivity is already a major global health problem, with about one in three adults failing to meet WHO guidelines for weekly exercise,

US court blocks 'sweeping' funding freeze by Trump administration

A federal appeals court has largely upheld a ruling that blocked a sweeping freeze on trillions of dollars in government financial assistance. Th

Two AC mechanics robbed of 1 crore after assailants throw chilli powder at them in Hyderabads Kukatpally

The suspects snatched a Gold Drop carton box containing 1 crore in cash

SP leader booked for claim on Azam Khans Eid remark regarding West Asia

Rampur: A Samajwadi Party leader has been booked for allegedly urging Muslims not to celebrate Eid this year as a mark of protest against the US-

JD Vance backs Donald Trump on Iran, says administration united on policy

CNN reported that in 2024, Vance had said a war with Iran would not serve US interests and would be a huge distraction of resources

Tamil Nadu Weather today: Check rain and thunderstorm alert for Chennai and other districts here

Chennai Weather Today: Parts of Tamil Nadu are set to experience rain and thunderstorms today, March 17, due to multiple atmospheric circulations

Nvidia chief expects revenue of $1 trillion through 2027

Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang projected at least a trillion dollars in revenue through 2027, a significant increase from last year's forecast. This sur

How Indias waking up to coffees that can beat climate change

'Deadly retaliation' awaits enemies over killing of sailors in Indian Ocean, warns Iran Navy chief

Irans navy has warned of deadly retaliation after a warship was attacked and sank near Sri Lanka, killing dozens of sailors. Shahram Irani said I

Ten injured after pharma company bus overturns in Miyapur

According to the police, the mini-bus belonging to Lee Pharma overturned on the road near the Tata Motors stretch towards Bachupally

'Fabricating imaginative tales of Islamophobia': India hits out at Pakistan; cites Afghanistan strike at UN

India has voiced strong concerns at the UN regarding the dangerous trend of weaponizing religious identity for political gain by both state and n

US Israel attack Iran: Iranians cross into Iraq for food, internet amid war

Travellers said constant airstrikes and soaring food prices have made life in Iran increasingly desperate

Jammu and Kashmir: 235 evacuated after heavy snowfall at Sinthan Top

One person was killed and another injured after a landslide triggered by rain, struck a hydro-power project site near Dangduru on Sunday night, t

Israel Iran War Day 18 News Updates: Trump seeks support from allies, UAE gas field set ablaze & missile warnings in Dubai

The conflict involving Iran, the US and Israel entered its 18th day with intensifying military action and rising concerns over global energy supp

Indian LPG vessel Nanda Devi to arrive at Kandla Port today

New Delhi: The Indian-flagged LPG tanker, the Nanda Devi, which departed from Qatar carrying liquefied petroleum gas (LPG), is expected to arrive

Assembly polls 2026: EC removes top West Bengal officials ahead of state polls

The poll panel said the decision was taken following a review of the poll preparedness of the state.

Pakistan-Afghanistan War latest updates: 400 killed in Kabul as Islamabad launches deadly airstrikes, will U.S. President Donald Trump intervene?

Afghanistan-Pakistan War: Fierce fighting between the South Asian neighbours, who were close allies earlier, erupted last month with Pakistani ai

Andhra, Telangana Weather Today: Thunderstorms, hail likely in several districts, Hyderabad may see gusty night showers. Check latest forecast

Telangana, Andhra Weather Update: Telangana faces potential intense thunderstorms and hailstorms on Tuesday, with Hyderabad expecting scattered r

SC closes case against Ali Khan Mahmudabad over lack of prosecution sanction

As a one-time magnanimity, we have closed the issue by not according sanction

Oil Prices Jump Again as Worries Grow Over Hormuz

The advances pared some of the previous day's sharp losses that came after the head of the International Energy Agency (IEA) said more stockpiles

Trump was warned Iran may hit Gulf allies: Report

Iranian strikes hit Gulf states, impacting US and Emirates military bases. Democrats report no imminent threat justified the war. President Trump

Israel Ambassador Reuven Azar debunks viral rumours about Netanyahu

The Ambassador addressed the viral social media rumours, asserting that a recent video of the Prime Minister at a cafe is genuine and was not cre

Maharashtra copy-free exam drive falters, state must tackle the roots

Recent cheating cases during the SSC and HSC exams show that while enforcement and surveillance are important, lasting reform will require addres

Colours of Mumbai: Are the city`s iconic shades fading into concrete monotony?

If we had to pick a representative colour for our city, what would it be? Lets pull out a possible shade card and see what comes together

Pakistan-Afghanistan Conflict Live: Afghan Cricketers React To Pakistani Attack On Kabul Hospital That Killed 400

Pakistan-Afghanistan Conflict Live Updates: At least 400 people have been killed after Pakistani airstrike hit a hospital in Afghanistan's capita

Trump urges nations to deploy warships as Hormuz tensions push oil near USD 105

US President Donald Trump urges seven nations to guard Strait of Hormuz; oil executives warn of global supply disruption

Rajya Sabha polls: BJPs Sanjay Bhatia, Congresss Karamvir Boudh elected

Chandigarh: BJPs Sanjay Bhatia and Congress partys Karamvir Singh Boudh have been declared elected to two Rajya Sabha seats in a keenly watched e

IKIGAI : Where Mindful Food Meets Slow Conversations

At Ikigai in Defence Colony, thoughtful food, comforting coffee and a welcoming space for people and pets come together to create the perfect nei

'He lost his leg: Trump raises questions about Iran's Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei's health

KKRs Harshit Rana to miss bulk of IPL 2026 after knee surgery

Indian speedster Harshit Rana faces a significant absence from the IPL 2026 season. He underwent knee surgery in February. Rana suffered a knee s

Scientists Discover New Type Of Liquid Planet That Exists In A Molten, Mushy State, Smells Like Rotten Eggs

The molten lava world is enveloped in a thick atmosphere rich in hydrogen sulfide, which would produce a powerful smell of rotting eggs.

Kevin OLeary Defends Timothe Chalamet Amid Opera-Ballet Backlash at Oscars 2026

Chalamet received two nominations at the Oscars this year for 'Marty Supreme'--one for Best Actor and another as a producer for Best Picture--bri