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India's April-February fiscal deficit at 80% of 2025/26 target

Net tax receipts at 21,50,000 rupees, up from 20,20,000 collected in the same period a year ago

Congress slams attack on its candidate in Assam election

The convoy of Sunil Kumar Chhetri, the partys nominee from Naduar seat, was attacked by unidentified men around 3 p.m. when he was travelling for

Know your English | I whipped up some dessert for the evening

Dont take his replies too personally. I have heard he is a very dry texter

Traffic curbs in view of India-Hong Kong football match

Tamil Nadu CM Stalin,TVK leader Vijay and other leaders file nominations on day one

The DMK president and Tamil Nadu Chief Minister submits his papers to the Returning Officer for theKolathurconstituency. TVK president C. JosephV

Ghost in the ledger: Digital Buccaneer tycoon hoodwinking banks

Gen Z Billionaires dont need political access, just enough bandwidth By T N Ashok The glass towers of Bandra-Kurla Complex gleam with the steril

Bhagwan Mahavir (Vardhamana): Apostle of Ahimsa and Spiritual Awakening

On the Occasion of the 2624th Birth Anniversary of Mahavir Jayanti By Ravi Rohmetra Bhagwan Mahavira, also known as Vardhamana, was the twenty-fo

GRSE delivers three frontline warships to Navy

This marks a significant boost to Indias indigenous defence manufacturing capabilities under Aatmanirbhar Bharat initiative

Akiveedu attack: Build temple for Lord Ram, local deity at same site to end row

Mr. Harsha Kumar advocats to constitute a committee to consult and convince the Dalits of Pedda Peta and all walks of life in the village before

Nine candidates file nominations in Tiruppur district

From Pilgrimage to Possibilities: Jammus Tourism reinvents itself as a Year-Round

Sakshi Jha (IIMC Jammu) Jammus tourism story is no longer just about faith it is slowly becoming a narrative of transformation, resilience, and n

Apartment sales fell by 13% YoY and 6% QoQ to 98,761 units in January-March quarter

According to NSE-listed real estate data analytics company PropEquity, housing sales fell by 13% YoY and 6% QoQ to 98,761 units while launches fe

Brace up fight against corruption

It is a matter of grave concern that despite big claims of the people at the helm both in the Centre and the Union Territory regarding zero toler

At the Edge of Revival: Kashmirs Saffron Dilemma

By MANYA PANDEY Saffron is an important crop in Jammu and Kashmir, known for its special aroma and used as a powerful flavouring and colouring ag

Opposition MPs say Bill intends to demoralise CAPF, BJP defends the proposed legislation

Four or five promotions will be available to officers from all strata, says BJP MP Sudhanshu Trivedi

Russia glad oil cargo reached its ally Cuba amid U.S. blockade

Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said Moscow and Washington had been in touch over the shipment

Elderly woman seeks Collectors help in transferring late husbands land ownership during grievance programme

Lok Sabha debates end of Left Wing Extremism

A renewed push against Maoist insurgency is now at the centre of the governments internal security agenda. Union Home Minister Amit Shah had set

Four held with ganja, MDMA and LSD at near JNTU Metro Station

Carvings Hint At Ancient Temple At Kandur

The four sculptures identified are Chaturbhuja Ganapati (Four-armed Ganesha), Surya (Sun god), carved in two lines/grooves, Saptamatrikas (Seven

Major 200 Crore Turnover Tax Evasion Racket Exposed in Punjabs Hospitality Sector

Chandigarh, March 30: Punjabs Excise and Taxation Minister Harpal Singh Cheema announced on Monday the exposure of a significant 200 crore turnov

DC Edit | TG Law To Support Elderly Parents

The country already has a specific law for this purpose the Maintenance and Welfare of Parents and Senior Citizens Act brought in during the fi

India, Russia hold Foreign Office Consultations, discuss schedule of upcoming contacts

Both sides reviewed the full spectrum of Special and Privileged Strategic Partnership and shared perspectives on bilateral, regional and global i

Awareness programme on bipolar disorder held in Nizamabad

NTK candidates file nominations in Dindigul, Theni districts

Nearly 20% of SPSEs Are Defunct in Telangana, Says CAG

Many SPSEs are inactive or loss-making, and audit gaps and compliance failures raise concerns

'Tum kitne Hidma maroge, ghar ghar se...': Amit Shah flays Rahul Gandhi for reposting pro-Naxal slogan

Delhi High Court Acquits Two in Murder Case, Cites Unreliable Witness

New Delhi, March 30: The Delhi High Court has acquitted two individuals sentenced to life imprisonment for murder. The court stated that the pros

Hyderabads Grand Hotel in trouble? Expired dessert served, complaints customer

Hyderabad: Hyderabads oldest and most iconic restaurants, Grand Hotel, landed in trouble after a customer complained of being served stale double

Bengaluru tenant says landlord was friend but turned international property compliance officer during move-out

A Bengaluru tenant's viral account of a tense move-out highlights widespread rental disputes over security deposit deductions. After a cordial 20

Poomedai Ramaiah: a lone voice amid the electoral cacophony

A short story by writerJeyamohanseeks to capture the character ofPoomedaiRamaiah, an Independent candidate in many elections, who would move arou

Why Chiang Rai Deserves Your Attention in 2026

For travellers who are beginning to favour depth over density, Chiang Rai offers a more deliberate way to experience the country.

Oil market well supplied, control of Hormuz to shift over time

19 nominations received for seven Assembly seats in Virudhunagar district

Centre eyes new regulation to cover social media users

Govt. may permit I&B Ministry to send takedown notices to individual users for their posts; It includes controversial clause in draft amendment t

Nifty 50 marks worst month in six years as it dips 11.4% in March

Nifty fell 2.14% to22,331.4 points on March 30, 2026, extending the six weeks of continuous declines. Sensex fell 2.22% to 71,947.5 points

Assembly passes Appropriation Bill, clears release of funds from April 1

On the implications of euthanasia in India

The Supreme Court reaffirmed the right to die with dignity under Article 21, allowing withdrawal of life support and emphasising patient autonomy

Kerala Assembly polls 2026: Inter-faith gestures from election scenes flooding social media

Karnataka MLAs to get three free IPL tickets and two free tickets for international matches

MLAs cutting across partylines had demanded tickets for IPL matches being held in Bengaluru

Lok Sabha passes insolvency law amendments: What are the key changes?

The Lok Sabha has passed a key bill to amend Indias insolvency law, aimed at speeding up resolution processes and strengthening the overall frame

69-Year-Old US Woman Wins Rs 11.4 Crore Lottery Jackpot After Playing Same Numbers For Years

The woman was thrilled over the news as the win will allow her husband to retire and give them both financial security.

India Provides Technical Equipment to Myanmar for Earthquake-Affected Buildings

Yangon, March 30: India has delivered technical equipment to the Federation of Myanmar Engineering Societies for a detailed assessment of buildin

Tiger Woods latest mugshot blue polo shirt sold out, and why is it in high demand? Full explainer on Sun Day Red shirt demand surge, why golfing legend does not hire driver and fan buying trend

Tiger Woods latest mugshot blue polo shirt sold out, and why is it in high demand? The shirt worn during the DUI arrest sold out within hours. De

Hyderabad: Police Foil Diversion of LPG Cylinders

The Jubilee Hills commissioners task force along with Banjara Hills police caught the accused red-handed while they were dumping HP gas cylinders

Delhi Targets 4 Lakh More Piped Gas Connections, Push To Speed Up Rollout

Delhi currently has the infrastructure for about 18 lakh PNG connections, with nearly 14 lakh already in place.

First Maritime Film Festival Launches Themed Travel Season in China

Beijing, March 30: The inaugural Maritime Film Festival themed travel season commenced on March 29, organized jointly by Adora Cruises and Changc

Chennai hospital launches awareness programme for colon cancer

Rangasamy, Puducherrys longest serving Chief Minister and ace strategist, in race for fifth term

He has held his ground in the National Democratic Alliance by blocking the precedent of creating a Deputy CM post for BJP and preserving his prer

Spain Bars US Warplanes from its Airspace Linked to Iran War

Sanchez was also among the most vocal critics of Israel's actions in the war in Gaza, which invited criticism from Israel's government on several

Watch: Mr. President, please help us stop the war: Egyptian Presidents plea to Donald Trump

Meet Kartik Sharma: CSKs 14.2 crore buy who made his IPL debut vs RR

Chennai Super Kings faced a tough start to their 2026 IPL season opener against Rajasthan Royals. Four players made their debut for CSK, but most

Former civil servants oppose illegal deployment of Assam forest force on poll duty

Signatories say poll bodys norms do not allow deployment of forest staff for election work; these safeguards ensure that forest protection and wi

Air Canada CEO Michael Rousseau to retire this year after French-language flub

Air Canada CEO Michael Rousseau will retire by October following backlash over his failure to offer condolences in French after a fatal crash. Pr

EPS targets infrastructure push, welfare schemes at Kalugumalai

IRDAI approves India AS framework for insurers from April 1

The implementation of India AS will be applicable to all categories of insurers life, general, stand alone health insurers and reinsurers

Weather Forecast And Prayer Timings for Tuesday, March 31, 2026

Partly cloudy sky. Light to moderate rain/thundershowers accompanied with gusty winds very likely to occur in parts of the city towards evening/n

LG Manoj Sinha Suspends ADC Anantnag, Pending Inquiry

JAMMU, Mar 30: The Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha has placed Additional Deputy Commissioner Anantnag, Sundeep Singh Bali (JKAS

Northern lights tonight: Powerful solar flare may spark aurora display across Northern U.S.

A strong solar flare has increased the possibility of northern lights visibility tonight, following a burst of energy from the sun that triggered

Nuclear war fears? These 2 remote islands could be the safest places on Earth

Two island nations, Australia and New Zealand, are identified as the safest havens during a nuclear war due to their geographical isolation in th

China Showcases Cutting-Edge Technologies at Chongqing Forum

Beijing, March 30: Recently, over 560 advanced technological achievements were showcased at the Chongqing Forum held in Chinas capital, Beijing.

Heated Scenes At P4 Meeting in Srikalahasti, Officials Sent Out

Expressing strong displeasure, the MLA said the failure to ensure the participation of beneficiaries reflected negligence on the part of official

TVK president Vijaydeclares nearly 625crorein assets and loans to family members

According to his election affidavit, the movable assets include 883 grams of gold, five cars, and a two-wheeler in his name and 3,132 grams of go

NLCIL commences coal production at Pachwara South Open Cast Mine project

Press Club of India issues election reporting advisory to media

The PCI has advised print media to follow the Guidelines on Election Reporting and Norms of Journalistic Conduct-2022

13 nominations filed in Tenkasi district; Rocket Raja enters fray in Alangulam segment

Hyderabad Police Seize 414 LPG Cylinders Hidden in Cemetery, 10 Arrested

Hyderabad, March 30: In a significant crackdown, Hyderabad police seized 414 LPG cylinders hidden in a cemetery on Monday amid ongoing shortages

Rajasthan Board Class 12 Results 2026 Tomorrow: Official Websites, Direct Link

Rajasthan Board will announce Class 12 exam results for Arts, Science, and Commerce streams on March 31 on official websites and NDTV.

In Lok Sabha, Amit Shah declares India has become free from Naxals

Replying to the debate in the Lok Sabha on 'Efforts to free the country from left-wing extremism (LWE)', Shah also alleged that Congress leader R

Hyderabad police rescue 19-year-old woman contemplating suicide

Hyderabad: Police counselled a 19-year-old distressed woman in Hyderabad who was allegedly contemplating suicide following a family dispute. On M

Crucial Reports Not Shared, Rural Roads Plagued By Problems: CAG

The Comptroller and Auditor General of India in its report for the period 2017 to 2022, has said that Telangana had not been giving credit to the

China Accelerates Integration of Advanced Technologies in Shipping Industry

Beijing, March 30: According to information received from the Chinese Ministry of Transport on Monday, China will accelerate the deep integration

'Dictator Trump, put down the crown, clown': 'No Kings' protests sweep U.S. cities with Dems joining

Opposition seeks discussion on impact of West Asia crisis

Members point to how the war has affected LPG, crude supplies and fertilizer production;Rijijusaysgovt. was ready to work with Opposition, but no

Tamil Nadu MSMEs express disappointment over election manifestos

Nomination process begins in Thoothukudi and Kanniyakumari

Webinar on careers in electronics & semiconductor on April 3

Government Releases 33 FAQs on Digital Census

Citizens can submit details digitally in 15 days before house listing phase

Bike taxi rider arrested for alleged molestation of woman passenger

The police said the 25-year-old complainant, a resident of Indiranagar, had booked the ride around 8.10 p.m. on March 26

13 police officers conferred with IPSin T.N.

Three youths killed in separate accidents in Kochi

Peenya, Hennur among pockets emerging as heat islands; GBA plans cooling measures

Urban heat islands occur when dense construction, asphalt roads, andreducedgreenery trap heat during the day and release it at night, making thes

Container Road remains dark, after installing 1,100 lights

On its part, the NHAI responded on March 23, saying that the supervision consultant had accorded the highest priority to the matter and that disc

What could Trump achieve by threatening Iran's Kharg Island?

US President Donald Trump has threatened to completely obliterate Iran's Kharg Island, a vital oil export hub. Trump suggested the US could very

Spain denies U.S. permission to use its airspace for illegal war on Iran

The country has already barred U.S. from using jointly-operated military bases; Defence Minister calls the war profoundly illegal and unjust

Assam CM claims BJP ensured community harmony, targets Congress

Addressing rallies, he targeted the opposition over its alleged neglect of indigenous communities and highlighted BJPs development efforts in reg

Harry Potter cast salaries for HBO series revealed: How much the new wizards will earn per season

The much-anticipated Harry Potter HBO series is already making headlines, not just for its casting and record-breaking trailer, but also for the

'What party was Bob Menendez?': Goldman shuts down Van Drew; reminds him DoJ indicted Bidens son

Larry Fink salary 2026: Blackrock CEO earns $37.7 million as net worth hits $1.3 billion

Larry Fink leads BlackRock, the worlds biggest asset manager, and earns a huge yearly pay package. His compensation increased after a strong year

Maram Jagadeeshwar, S.M. Hussaini Elected Unopposed To Top TNGOs Posts

Formal proceedings will be issued on March 31 after completion of the full process: The election officer