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Indian gold jewellery sales may jump 40% during festive season of Gudi Padwa, Ugadi

Industry expects recent fall in gold prices to boost demand for light-weight jewellery

Election Commission reports seizures of 42.65 crore in first 3 days of monitoring

This includes cash, liquor, drugs, precious metals worth 16.42 crore and other items worth 20.8 crore

Telangana Chief Secy K Ramakrishna Raos tenure extended by 3 months

Hyderabad: The Union government on Wednesday, March 18, approved the Telangana governments request to extend the tenure of Chief Secretary K Rama

Minister Komatireddy draws flak for his comments against BC leaders

Sand Federation submits demands to parties for inclusion in poll manifestos

The federation also wants the State government to take over lapsed toll booths on national highways and collect only a maintenance fee

Pancharatna kritis presented in dance for Tyagaraja Aradhane this year

This year, Bharatnatyam artistes will present the Tyagaraja Aradhane as a dance performance

Government urged to identify remaining HIV cases in A.P. by December 1

Goal is to transform the country into Suraksha India by controlling the spread of HIV, and this can be done when State governments and Union Terr

Why is ORS not used enough in India, and why it should be

Diarrhoeal illnesses and heat-related dehydration affect children across India. Doctors emphasise that timely use of Oral Rehydration Solution (O

Tamil Nadu poll | How a government contract cost a Congress MLA his election: a lesson for 2026 candidates

The victory of P. Veldurai, the Congress candidate, was overturned five years later, not because of voter fraud or malpractice at the booth, but

Tamil Nadu poll | How a government contract cost a Congress MLA his election: a lesson for 2026 candidates

The victory of P. Veldurai, the Congress candidate, was overturned five years later, not because of voter fraud or malpractice at the booth, but

66,440 cases settled at Lok Adalat in Bidar

NANA PATOLE RESPONDS TO KANGANA RANAUTS COMMENTS ON RAHUL GANDHI

Mumbai, March 18: Maharashtra Congress leader Nana Patole has hit back at BJP MP Kangana Ranauts recent remarks. He stated that she is not just a

Beyond the city clinic: why rural Indias mental health is a development issue

Rural Indias mental health burden is not a niche concern - it is a cross-cutting constraint on nearly every development outcome we care about inc

I-T officer loses 97,963 to credit card fraud

Excise inspector, teacher arrested by ACB in bribery and benami transactions case

PM condoles deaths in fire incidents in Indore, Delhi; announces ex gratia

PM Modi said that for the fire incidents in Indore and Palam, Delhi, an ex-gratia of 2 lakh from PMNRF would be given to the next of kin of each

YouTube, FIFA sign deal, some matches to be streamed live on platform

YouTube and FIFA have signed a preferred platform agreement for the 2026 World Cup, designed to bring more live action and exclusive footage to f

Dredging in limbo at Beypore port amid delay in EIA

The harbour development initiative, launched three years ago under a 11.8-crore contract awarded by the Kerala Maritime Board, had been suspended

Become entrepreneurs, provide jobs, young women told

Action will be taken after legal opinion on waqf RTC entries without documents: Revenue Minister

Krishna Byre Gowda says several properties have been recorded as waqf in Record of Rights, Tenancy and Crops without backing documents such as sa

22 bike riders booked for performing wheelies in K.R. Puram

SIs wife ends life

Commercial advertisement hoardings to be banned near heritage structures

Urban Development Minister Byrathi Suresh says that over the past seven to eight years, thousands of unauthorised advertisements had come up acro

Commercial advertisement hoardings to be banned near heritage structures

Urban Development Minister Byrathi Suresh says that over the past seven to eight years, thousands of unauthorised advertisements had come up acro

Rare hailstorm lashes Shivamogga

Within minutes, the sound of rain gave way to the rattle of ice pebbles striking metal rooftops and windshields

Rare hailstorm lashes Shivamogga

Within minutes, the sound of rain gave way to the rattle of ice pebbles striking metal rooftops and windshields

Drugs trafficked via foreign parcels seized, foreign nationals arrested

Drugs trafficked via foreign parcels seized, foreign nationals arrested

Pay tax arrears by March 31 to avail of interest waiver: KMC chief to residents

Pay tax arrears by March 31 to avail of interest waiver: KMC chief to residents

2,126 hectares under tobacco cultivation in Karnataka diverted to alternative crops during 2025-26

CPI slams govt. over move to weaken Higher Education Council

Diluting its authority can open the door for increased control by private and corporate institutions and allow substandard institutions to operat

CPI slams govt. over move to weaken Higher Education Council

Diluting its authority can open the door for increased control by private and corporate institutions and allow substandard institutions to operat

Months after demolition, 30 families get land titles; none from Old Fakir Colony

Months after demolition, 30 families get land titles; none from Old Fakir Colony

Police, doctors lay emphasis on helmet use for road safety

Police, doctors lay emphasis on helmet use for road safety

Watch: UN: 45 million could face hunger amid Iran conflict

The United Nations has warned that the escalating conflict involving Iran could worsen global hunger. Deputy U.N. Spokesperson Farhan Haq said ne

Minister Ponnam presents Ugadi clay pot kits to legislative heads

Minister Ponnam presents Ugadi clay pot kits to legislative heads

VHP Demands Justice and Death Penalty in Dwarka Dairy Rape Case

New Delhi, March 18: The horrific rape case involving a minor Hindu girl in the Dwarka Goela Dairy area has raised serious concerns about law and

Qatar Accuses Israel of Strike on Shared Iran Gas Field

The ongoing tensions in the Middle East have intensified as Qatar blames Israel for an attack on a shared gas field with Iran.

Iran Condemns Attack on Ali Larijani, Calls for Action Against US-Israel Aggression

New Delhi, March 18: The Iranian Foreign Ministry has issued a statement following the deaths of Ali Larijani, the Secretary of the Supreme Natio

Strict Deadlines Set For Treasury Work In J&Ks Financial Year-End Rush

JAMMU, Mar 18: The Jammu and Kashmir Finance Department has tightened norms for treasury operations in the final week of March, issuing strict ti

Karnataka Tables Bill To Uphold Right Of Adults To Choose Their Partners

The Karnataka government has introduced The Karnataka Freedom of Choice in Marriage and Prevention and Prohibition of Crimes in the Name of Honou

Unfortunate: Gaurav Gogoi On MP Pradyut Bordoloi Joining BJP

Assam Pradesh Congress Committee (APCC) president Gaurav Gogoi, on Wednesday, called the resignation of senior Congress leader and Nagaon Lok Sab

CM Omar Abdullah Greets People On Chaitra Navratri, Navreh

SRINAGAR, Mar 18: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today extended his warm greetings to the people on the auspicious occasion of Chaitra Navratri. In

Tiger Presence Confirmed in Jagtial Border Village After 25-Day Search

The forest department has sanctioned an immediate relief of Rs 5,000 to cattle owners affected by the attacks, with further compensation to be pr

A Tale Of Two Constituencies: Bhabanipur And Nandigram

Long-term leaders build strong constituency ties. Bhabanipur is Mamata Banerjee's urban stronghold, while Nandigram is a rural, symbolic seat whe

Man held for manufacturing adulterated ginger-garlic paste under unhygienic conditions in Karwan

Man held for manufacturing adulterated ginger-garlic paste under unhygienic conditions in Karwan

Divyaga Shakti scheme rolled out in Chittoor, Puttaparthi

Divyaga Shakti scheme rolled out in Chittoor, Puttaparthi

Rice vendor beaten to death in Salem

Fresh debate over GTDs future in JD(S)

G.T. Deve Gowda says he will consult the people of the Chamundeshwari constituency if the party rejects his application for a ticket

Fresh debate over GTDs future in JD(S)

G.T. Deve Gowda says he will consult the people of the Chamundeshwari constituency if the party rejects his application for a ticket

Illegal encroachments cleared after prolonged legal battle in Raichur

The illegal encroachments had come up on the Raichur-Mantralayam Road in the city corporation limits

Illegal encroachments cleared after prolonged legal battle in Raichur

The illegal encroachments had come up on the Raichur-Mantralayam Road in the city corporation limits

BMTC to roll out smart ticketing system with 11,000 digital ETM devices

The long-awaited upgrade will replace existing fare collection methods with smart electronic ticketing machines (ETMs), aimed at improving effici

BMTC to roll out smart ticketing system with 11,000 digital ETM devices

The long-awaited upgrade will replace existing fare collection methods with smart electronic ticketing machines (ETMs), aimed at improving effici

Minister urged to address medicine shortage in government hospitals, PHCs

Patients are forced to purchase even basic medicines from private pharmacies, says Praja Arogya Vedika

Minister urged to address medicine shortage in government hospitals, PHCs

Patients are forced to purchase even basic medicines from private pharmacies, says Praja Arogya Vedika

Three held for extortion using illegal firearm to threaten investors in Hyderabad

Man, daughter charred to death in Hanamkonda

Berlin opens its third international office in Bengaluru after New York and Beijing

General and Expenditure Observers arrive in Perambalur

Lieutenant Governors Greetings On The Occasion Of Navreh, Chaitra Sukladi, Ugadi, Gudi Padava And Cheti Chand

Jammu, Mar 18: The Lieutenant Governor, Manoj Sinha has conveyed his greetings to the people on the eve of Navreh, Chaitra Sukladi, Ugadi, Gudi P

President Droupadi Murmu to Visit Uttar Pradesh for Three Days Starting March 19

New Delhi, March 18: President Droupadi Murmu will embark on a three-day visit to Uttar Pradesh starting Thursday. During her trip, she will part

No Funds Awarded Under PLI Scheme for Solar PV Modules

Around 30 GW of solar PV module manufacturing capacity, around 10.5 GW of solar PV cell manufacturing capacity, and around 2 GW of ingot-wafer ma

Massive fire grips residential building in Delhis Palam colony, leaves 9 dead, 3 injured

Murshidabad Rebellion: Dropped TMC MLAs Plot Next Move As Factional Feuds Erupt

please wait and see till march 22 and for a khela hobe in Murshidabad district to teach a befitting lesson to Trinamul congress: Humayun Kabir

How delayed civic polls choked Bengalurus air quality?

Civic polls in Bengaluru were last held in 2015, and councillors terms ended in 2020. As a result, the BBMP missed out on securing 1,475.90 crore

How delayed civic polls choked Bengalurus air quality?

Civic polls in Bengaluru were last held in 2015, and councillors terms ended in 2020. As a result, the BBMP missed out on securing 1,475.90 crore

Want to retire cheap with $2500 per month? These 15 US cities make it possible with Social Security

Best cheap places to cities in the US 2026: Retirees aiming to stretch their income can find affordable living in various US cities. With an aver

Chinese Foreign Minister Meets Turkmenistans Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister

Beijing, March 18: Wang Yi, a member of the Politburo of the CPC Central Committee and Chinas Foreign Minister, met with Rashid Meredov, the Depu

Iran conflict shrinks apple imports, domestic prices surge

Industry representatives said prices of both Delicious and Kullu Delicious varieties have risen significantly, providing some relief to domestic

Committed to welfare, empowerment of persons with disabilities: A.P. Minister

Gold Offers a Layer of Resilience During Rupee Depreciation: WGC

Rupee depreciation and global risks boost golds role for Indian investors

After students death, protest at RGUKT over ill-equipped health centre on campus

Uncleared waste dumped at street corners, vacant sites posing health hazards in Yadgir

Though civic staff collect garbage from households, often residents, commercial establishments and vendors dump it in vacant sites, street corner

Star tortoise confiscated from railway passenger

Tiruchi Corporation plans additional solar units to meet rising energy demand

Seven booked as vigilance team seizes tractors, sand in Hanamkonda crackdown

Warangal Helps Push to Save Sparrows Ahead of World Sparrow Day

In response, individuals and organisations across the erstwhile Warangal and Karimnagar districts are taking steps to revive sparrow habitats.

Social Security COLA news coming today - what it means as millions could see changes

Social Security COLA News 2027: Will Fed March 18 decision impact benefits increase forecast for retirees? Early projections suggest a 2.8% COLA.

Stripped, beaten, sexually assaulted: Delhi Police abduct, torture activists

Delhi: Rights group Campaign Against State Repression (CASR) on Wednesday, March 18, strongly condemned the Delhi Police for allegedly abducting

These North Koreans voted against Kim Jong Un meet the 0.07% everyone is talking about

North Korea's Workers' Party claimed a near-unanimous victory in the 2026 parliamentary elections, securing 99.93% approval with a 99.99% turnout

Karnataka Faces Commercial LPG Cylinder Shortage, Minister Calls for Cooperation from Hotels and Restaurants

Bengaluru, March 18: Karnatakas Food and Civil Supplies Minister K.H. Muniyappa announced on Wednesday in the Legislative Council that the state

Stoves powered by solar energy make inroads in Tiruchi

Spider-Man: Brand New Day trailer teases fresh villains: Does Zendayas MJ get a new boyfriend?

The Spider-Man trailer begins with Peter Parker contemplating the consequences of Doctor Stranges spell, which wiped his identity from everyones