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Roys biography traces the performances, complex identity, and subtle queerness of Chapal Bhaduri, the last female impersonator of Bengali jatra

Concerns about possible attacks against Jewish communities around the world have risen following U.S. and Israeli attacks on Iran and a subsequent response from Tehran

Hotels and eateries turn to alternative fuel as commercial cylinder supply dries up; sawmills and plywood units report rising inquiries amid price hike

Breakthrough learning often hides in footnotes and margins. How can we train ourselves to value these overlooked learning spaces?

The single judge had held that conduct of both the investigation and the departmental inquiry by the officers of the Lokayukta amounts to inevitable bias against the employee and offends Article 14 of the Constitution of India

The new Mercedes-Benz CLA 250+ is not just another EV. It is the first glimpse of Mercedes next-generation technology stackAI-powered software, stunning design and nearly 800km of range, it redefines what an entry luxury sedan can be.

The incident reportedly occurred at Chaitanya School in Attur Layout, where parents alleged that young children were forced to remain standing outside in the blazing sun as punishment

Government has decided to revoke the detention of Sonam Wangchuk with immediate effect by exercising the powers available under the National Security Act

The Homi Adajania directorial is a spiritual sequel to the 2012 romantic-comedy starring Saif Ali Khan, Deepika Padukone and Diana Penty

Stand-up comedian Toussaint Douglass brings his act Accessible Pigeon Material to India this month

A seven-judge Constitution Bench headed by then CJI T.S. Thakur in 2017 said it was of the opinion that the appeals before it be placed before a Bench comprising nine judges keeping in view the serious and wide-ranging implications of the issue

There should be parallel investments in institutional capacity, research, and governance as development strategies will fail without institutional strengthening

The ceremony was attended by Chief Minister Nitish Kumar, his cabinet colleagues and senior officers, among others

Brazilian President Lula's decision against Darren Beattie is tied to a move in August by U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio that revoked and restricted visas of some Brazilian officials

Known for her performances in Shabad and Rajat Kapoors Aankhon Dekhi, actor Taranjit Kaur speaks about the challenges of portraying a deeply traditional character in Shabad, including preparing for the shows explosive emotional monologue.

They were sent on a chartered Turkish airliner, which departed on Friday (March 13, 2026), reporters present at the Mattala international airport in the southern district of Hambantota said

India has found common cause with a coalition of developing countries that says developing countries that share pathogen materials and genetic sequence data must receive fair, concrete, and legally enforceable benefits in return

Regions including Vidarbha, Marathwada, Khandesh, and parts of Central Maharashtra are expected to be affected by rain, thunderstorms, and gusty winds between March 17 and 20

In response to the rising oil prices, the Trump administration on Friday (March 13, 2026) announced temporary authorisation to other countries to purchase Russian oil currently stranded at sea.

Hundreds of thousands of cylinders were being distributed daily across the State through a network of over 5,000 distributors, says Minister

People who reside in Nanganallur, Puzhuthivakkam, Adambakkam, Madipakkam, and adjoining areas will benefit from this service

Vladimir Putin made the proposal in a phone call with Donald Trump this week, and the Republican president turned it down

United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres called on all parties to halt the war in West Asia during a visit to Beirut, announcing a $308 million flash appeal to help Lebanon cope with the escalating crisis.

Junior Mr. Kumar who is likely to become one of the new Deputy Chief Ministers of the State is visiting Temples, Gurudwara, Mazar and various other locations to pay homage to eminent leaders to seek their blessings after joining the party

In an action taken report, the government told the court that a meeting chaired by Additional Chief Secretary Ashok Barnwal was held on March 3 to discuss a time-bound remediation of the Union Carbide India Ltd. (UCIL) factory

The sprawling embassy complex, one of the largest U.S. diplomatic facilities in the world, has been repeatedly targeted by rockets and drones in the past by Iran-aligned militias

Today we remember Kanshi Ram jis struggle, his vision, and his influence on Indian politics. I thank him wholeheartedly. We pledge to follow his path and fight for the issues of marginalised sections.If the Congress had functioned effectively at that time, Kanshi Ram would not have needed to wage a separate struggle, Rahul Gandhi

Police apprehended four minors for the attack, in which she suffered injuries to her face, and for hurling racial and sexual slurs at her

Aryna Sabalenka, a two-time runner-up at Indian Wells, will get another shot at winning event after beating Linda Noskova 6-3, 6-4 in the semifinals

Mr. Kim did not say what specific suggestions he made to Mr. Trump but said he told Mr. Trump that recent comments by Pyongyang indicated Mr. Kim may be open to dialogue with the U.S.

How is the government proposing to alter the definition of transgender person? Why has it argued for the omission of the right to self-perceived gender identity? What about the proposed changes have raised concerns among the trans community? What has the Supreme Court laid down in the landmark 2014 judgement recognising a third gender beyond male and female and the right to self-determination of gender identity?

However, margins are likely to remain broadly stable as cane prices have increased, while ethanol prices have remained largely stagnant, rating agency ICRA said in the report

Nifty opened at 23,462.50 and touched 23,492.40 before slipping to 23,112.00 and settling at the days close. The decline was broad-based, with all sectoral indices falling as much as 4.8%

The American military earlier ordered 2,500 Marines and an amphibious assault ship to West Asia, in a major addition of forces in the region after nearly two weeks of war with Iran.

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The announcement comes days after President Droupadi Murmu stated that the West Bengal government was not serious about development of Scheduled Tribes in the State

The Mirwaiz said its for the seventh consecutive year that the rulers have denied Muslims the right to offer prayers at Jama Masjid on this auspicious day

The company eyes higher double digit growth over five years

During the meeting, the board reviewed Shahjahanabad Redevelopment Corporations functioning under the previous government

About 92 inmates have been infected in the outbreak of the Herpes Simplex Virus between August 20, 2025 and March 9, 2026. Seven persons infected by the virus have passed away. The number of inmates at correctional home with a capacity 700 is over 1200

The administrative reshuffle came hours after reports surfaced that the Home Ministry was considering seeking the services of the two officers in connection with the controversy surrounding the Presidents visit

During the course of the probe, authorities also found that some individuals were allegedly attempting to mobilise funds by circulating misleading narratives about the incident

They were also accused of spreading inaccurate and misleading information, which could incite public opinion and spread rumours within the community, the police said

The head of U.S. Central Command, Admiral Brad Cooper, ordered the 15-6 probe last week after the initial review was completed. The outside officer was appointed on March 12, one official said

A series of professional interactions, tactical discussions and practical drills have been conducted as part of the exercise. Operational demonstrations have been a key component of LAMITIYE-2026.

According to the report, titled State of Municipal Education in Mumbai, during the period, the transition of students from Class 8 to Class 9 declined by 30%, and only 80% of students moved from Class 9 to Class 10

In addition to the supreme leader, the U.S. is seeking information about Irans security chief Ali Larijani, Intelligence Minister Esmail Khatib, Interior Minister Eskandar Momeni and two officials in Khameneis office

Delhi police cancelled routine leave for personnel with immediate effect to maintain law and order, with LPG supply concerns triggering widespread anxiety among households and businesses

IndiGo said it would continue to monitor the situation and make relevant adjustments as and when appropriate.