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West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee writes to Chief Election Commissioner, says Form 6 applications could be from individuals who are not genuine residents of Bengal and are being imported to tilt the vote share

S. Subhalakshmi and S. Sornalatha presented time-tested kritis, with Sornalatha adding a note of excitement through her konnakol rendition, more commonly associated with male percussionists. Subhalakshmi and S. Sornalatha rendered time-tested kritis, with Sornalathas konnakol adding an unexpected rhythmic spark.

Ahead of Assembly election, almost all parties have intensified welfare promises despite fiscal strain.

Nagaswaram artiste-couple Tirupananthal Viswanathan and Vijayalakshmi, along with thavil artistes Achalpuram A.V. Selvam and Tiruvenkadu T.M. Guhan, traversed with ease the raga-rhythm repertoire.

Pazhayaseevaram G. Kalidass and Koleri G. Vinoth Kumar went from varnam to thillana at The Music Academys Nadotsavam 2026 festival.

Youll have to start learning how to fight for yourself, the U.S.A. wont be there to help you anymore, just like you werent there for us. Iran has been, essentially, decimated. The hard part is done. Go get your own oil! Mr. Trump said

SDPI urges Congress to make its stand clear after Leader of the Opposition V.D. Satheesan reportedly asserted that the UDF does not require SDPI votes.

Ongoing infrastructure work, including the construction of the overbridge near the Fort Railway Station and near Railway Junction, have contributed to traffic disruptions

Revenue and capital expenditure of around 80% achieved in 2024-25, says CAG

In this episode of the IPL show, The Hindus Vijaya Kumar KC and Vidyut Sivaramakrishnan decode the Indian Premier League clash between Rajasthan Royals and Chennai Super Kings. Royals got off to a blazing start, winning by eight wickets thanks to Sooryavanshis 52 off 17 balls in the chase.

The pachyderm died last month, her owner has confirmed, while officials said the photo shoot had no connection with her death

With former CPI(M) MLA P. Aisha Potty now challenging LDFs K.N. Balagopal as a Congress candidate and R. Reshmis move from the UDF to the NDA camp, the election in Kottarakara will test if personal loyalty can outweigh party allegiances in the region.

The petitioner sought directions to the SGPC for the whereabouts of the religious texts, manuscripts and other articles that were allegedly seized during Operation Blue Star and given to the SGPC; during an earlier hearing, the SGPC said some items were returned and some articles were still in the possession of the CBI, the Centre and the Army

The CAG, in the report tabled in the recently concluded budget session of the State Assembly, criticised the delay by departments in filing action taken notes (ATNs), stating that the State's inability to address queries in 2,408 inspection reports (IRs) showed legislative oversight.

From nutrient-dense breads and plant-based cheese boards to kale crackers and sunflower seed cheese, Chennai-based Shalini Padmanabhan crafts gluten-free, vegan foods tailored for the citys growing conscious food community

Ashwini Bhide is likely to assume the office after incumbent municipal commissioner Bhushan Gagrani completes his tenure on March 31 and serve till 2030.

Students Rihan A. and Meghana K.S. have transformed the walls of Sahyadri Commerce and Management College in Shivamogga into vibrant canvases, showcasing their artistic talent through colourful murals and traditional Hase chittara designs

The subsidy would translate into annual savings of 8,640 for handloom workers and 21,600 for powerloom operators, officials said

Minister Ravi Kumar directed officials to ensure timely completion of solar projects while maintaining standards; he also called for increasing awareness among consumers on the use of solar panels

The proposed amendment Bill has been brought only to regulate foreign funding into India, only to check misuse of funds in any illegal activity, he said

The film, which is set to go on floors in April, is bankrolled by Dil Raju under the Sri Venkateswara Creations banner

He was addressing party cadre and residents in Tiruvannamalai to seek votes for incumbent Tiruvannamalai MLA and Minister for Highways E.V. Velu

The move follows a resolution passed by the Andhra Pradesh Assembly on March 28 urging the Centre to amend the law to establish Amaravati as the States capital

Chicken traders said they are falling victim to the tyranny of poultry companies that do not give margin

In Washington, hundreds marched past the Lincoln Memorial and into the National Mall, holding signs that read Put down the crown, clown and Regime change begins at home

Ashok Vardhan Shetty speaks to us about Tamil Nadus push for greater state autonomy and the recommendations of the Kurian Joseph Committee.

Pinarayi Vijayans comments came in response to Rahul Gandhis parody targeting the LDF and allegations of a tacit alliance between the BJP and the CPI(M). The CM also raised the cash-for-seat controversy surrounding the Congresss national leadership.

Willie Walsh is expected to join IndiGo no later than August 3, the airline said in a statement

The electoral battle in Kerala is shaping up as a direct confrontation between the ruling CPI(M)-led LDF and an invigorated Congress-led UDF, with the BJP-led NDA struggling to muscle in as a third force in the sweepstakes

Directed by Paul Feig, the film is a sequel to the hit thriller The Housemaid

The National Green Tribunal disposes off pleas alleging that the riverbank was not suitable for a recreational project

A key accused has been taken into custody, along with a few juveniles suspected to be involved in the crime

The Prime Minister said the inauguration of the facility strengthens Indias push towards self-reliance, which marks a landmark step in building a robust semiconductor ecosystem

Telangana Assembly received 11 Bills during the session and passed 10 of them

The festival brought together entrepreneurs, students, industry leaders, and policymakers under one roof, celebrating innovation, collaboration, and entrepreneurial spirit

Created by Sam Levinson, the show also stars Alexa Demie, Chloe Cherry, Maude Apatow, Sharon Stone, Rosala, Natasha Lyonne, Danielle Deadwyler and Marshawn Lynch in pivotal roles

They had been married for over five years and had no children

Personnel from Yelahanka, Adugodi, Bharathinagar, Jalahalli and Pulakeshinagar were involved in the operation

From the Big Bang Theory to electric sparks. There are many hypotheses on the beginning of the universe. However, it is time to introduce you to the organism theorised to be the source from which all forms of life on Earth descends!

The remarks were made in his brief speech to the convocation ceremony of Nalanda University at Rajgir in Bihar, which was attended, among others, by President Droupadi Murmu