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Cultural Unity Sidetracked By Social Media

Dr. Satwant Singh Rissam The Jammu region has always been a place where cultures blended like colors in a painting. People of different religions

19-year-old bride-to-be allegedly killed by fianc

Kerala Assembly Elections 2026: Congress announces first list of 55 candidates, yet to take a call on MPs wishing to contest

K.C. Venugopal says party will take a decision on MPs' desire to contest later. Party has not yet named candidates for Kannur and Konni for which

Durai Vaiko thanks railways for rectifying the non-functional display board at Tiruverumbur station

Five-day course on botanical nomenclature inaugurated in Hyderabad

Leela Samson pays 8 lakh for terming dance intern as mistress in her Facebook post, gets criminal case quashed

Justice M. Nirmal Kumar of the Madras High Court quashes the criminal case since the complainant was not inclined to prosecute the matter any fur

Police take out flag march in Coimbatore

Farmers are saving 25,000 through the paddy bonus: Bhatti

57,000 crore in interest-free loans provided to women, says Deputy Chief Minister; the previous regime failed to implement key promises like doub

Huge devotee turnout for Ugadi Mahotsavams in Srisailam

Executive Officer says that a large number of devotees from Karnataka and Maharashtras Sangli, Solapur, and other parts are reaching the temple t

Kerala Assembly polls 2026: Thin margins set stage for tight race in Thiruvambady

Uttarakhand High Court seeks FIR status report against Mohammed Deepak

The High Court also asked the police to clarify why no case had been registered based on Mr. Deepaks complaint against individuals who were clear

Cooking fuel shortage: Hoteliers meet Civil Supplies official, seek solution to crisis

With exports halting due to Gulf war, banana farmers in Andhra Pradesh look to govt. support

Prices that ranged between 22,000 and 25,000 per tonne have now crashed to around 5,000, leaving farmers in distress, says Andhra Pradesh Rythu S

Thirupparankundram row: HC orders interim stay on contempt of court cases

Watch: Opposition MPs reinstated after protest row over Rahul Gandhi issue

The Lok Sabha revoked the suspension of eight Opposition MPs through a voice vote after Congress leader K. Suresh expressed regret over their con

Claims by Congress and BRS about Musi development debunked

Mahesh Kumar Goud challenges KCR, KTR to drug tests

FAC allows KFDC to continue tree felling operations

The MoEFCC has approved the continued removal of exotic species, such as eucalyptus, wattle, and acacia

Security guard arrested for posting abusive Instagram comment on actress Renu Desai

Devotee injured as portion of concrete plastering from ceiling falls

Govt. sanctions land for CUK Capital Centre in Thiruvananthapuram

Land has been allotted in Andoorkonam village to establish a permanent campus of the Central University of Kerala, in the district

Mahanagar Gas forays into renewable energy

24 Speed Post premium services launched

Kerala Assembly polls: Thrissur district prepared for election day, says Collector

Women constitute 51.5 percent of the electorate, while men account for 48.49 percent

14 cr.-worth gold, diamond articles seized by flying squad in Virudhunagar

Vishwanath questions excessive spending on Karnataka Chief Ministers travel, security

No evidence of increased efficiency due to mechanisation of sewer cleaning, Centre tells LS

Centre says 622 deaths from hazardous cleaning reported since 2017, 842 complaints in 2025 over denial of wages, no protective gear, and caste bi

AIR Vijayawada to broadcast special literary programme for Ugadi

The 59-minute programme will be broadcast on March 19 at 9.30 a.m. from the Vijayawada station and will be repeated at 10.30 a.m. on FM Rainbow 1

Kerala Assembly polls 2026: Former KPCC general secretary M.J. Job joins BJP

He had quit the party over its decision to support former CPI(M) leader G. Sudhakaran in the Ambalapuzha constituency

LPG crisis triggers migrant labour disruptions across restaurants, transport and other sectors

However, the industrial sector has so far avoided significant labour-related disruptions, and is seeing only sporadic instances

Strides Pharma arm SPIAG inks $12 million deal to acquire Sandoz generics portfolio in Africa

Strides Pharma Science Limited expects the transaction to be EPS-accretive, supported by profitable branded sales, synergy realisation, and impro

Mayor inaugurates open-air theatre at K.L. Rao Park

Rapidly developing Naidupeta emerges as a key industrial node in southern AP

Attracts marquee investments and social infrastructure for a growing industrial workforce

IPL 2026 | Jayawardene eager to see Rohits newer version in action

The head coach adds he isnt concerned about Indias T20 World Cup-winning captain Suryakumar Yadavs form

Kerala Assembly polls 2026: BJP suspends dissident leader in Kottayam

Noble Mathew, national vice-president of Minority Morcha, has been suspended from the primary membership of the party citing anti-organisational

Bengaluru receives first pre-monsoon showers

IMD officials said that the city will continue to receive light rainfall for the next two to three days

Koil Alwar Tirumanjanam Held at Tirumala Ahead of Ugadi

TTD chairman B.R. Naidu said participating in the Koil Alwar Tirumanjanam is considered a blessing believed to be earned through the merits of pr

Alarming Rise in Child Exploitation Cases in Pakistan: 8% Increase Reported for 2025

Islamabad, March 17: Reports indicate a troubling increase in child exploitation cases in Pakistan, with an 8% rise projected for 2025, totaling

Watch: US-China summit delayed: Trump cites War, Hormuz tensions

The move comes as tensions rise over the Strait of Hormuz and global oil supply concerns

WRESTLING | Meenakshi stuns Antim at Asian Championships trials; Aman Sehrawat qualifies in 61kg

Decision to reroute the Tambaram - Karaikal express via Karaikal - Peralam BG section opposed

ECI deploys over 1,000 Central observers for upcoming Assembly polls

West Bengal has been assigned highest numberone general observer for each of 294 constituencies, along with 84 police observers and 100 expenditu

Schools await funds for midday meal scheme

Funds for the scheme are pending from December onwards in many schools

Police intensify probe into Kowdiar Palace theft

Investigators compile list of all visitors who entered the palace between October and November, last year; they suspect the theft was carried out

Kodandarama temple annual Brahmotsavams begin with Dhwajarohanam

MES leader Deepak Dalvi passes away

Indian Navy steps up vigil to escort oil tankers, unlikely to join US coalition

While some Indian vessels have been allowed passage, others remain stranded, prompting diplomatic efforts to secure safe transit.

Three of family in Panruti suffer burn injuries after petrol can catches fire

Kerala Assembly polls 2026: Battle lines drawn for Assembly polls in Kozhikode, UDF declares candidates

Ramanathapuram Collector inaugurates voter awareness event

Indian Minister Launches New Speed Post Services to Enhance Logistics

New Delhi, March 17: In a significant move to empower Indias logistics ecosystem, Union Minister for Communications and Development of the Northe

Parenthood Not a Solo Role: SC Pushes for Paternity Leave Law in India

New Delhi, Mar 17: The Supreme Court of India on Tuesday urged the Centre to enact a law recognizing paternity leave as a social security benefit

Man stabs pregnant YouTuber wife to death over dowry

Cuddalore DEO asks bankers to flag suspicious transactions

Political fronts struggling to iron out differences as deadline for filing nomination nears in Puducherry

After the ECI declared the election dates last Sunday, leaders of both the fronts went into a huddle on Monday to arrive at a consensus on the nu

Koil Alwar Thirumanjanam performed in Tirumala ahead of Ugadi

The traditional temple cleansing ritual has been performed in strict adherence to the Agama scriptures

Kurds seek a democratic Iran; we do not fight other powers wars, says Iranian Kurdish party

We do not act according to any other power. We ourselves will do what is necessary and we will make the necessary decisions accordingly, PJAK co-

Pay property tax arrears, avail 50% discount on interest: VMC

Pay property tax arrears, avail 50% discount on interest: VMC

Rayalaseema leaders seek immediate water release from Srisailam Dam

Submitting a representation to district Collector Rajakumari; emphasise that decisions on water release must align with existing GOs, Bachawat Tr

Rayalaseema leaders seek immediate water release from Srisailam Dam

Submitting a representation to district Collector Rajakumari; emphasise that decisions on water release must align with existing GOs, Bachawat Tr

Kerala Assembly Elections 2026: A. Suresh joins Congress, named UDF candidate in Malampuzha

Will govt actually allocate 18% to education, experts ask citing Telangana Education Policy

Former MLC Kodandaram says teachers salary issue marred proper discussion on the policy

Will govt actually allocate 18% to education, experts ask citing Telangana Education Policy

Former MLC Kodandaram says teachers salary issue marred proper discussion on the policy

Kerala Assembly Elections 20206: Two veterans from Idukki step down from electoral politics

Kerala Assembly Elections 20206: Two veterans from Idukki step down from electoral politics

Showers bring down soaring temperature in twin cities

Residents of Hubballi-Dharwad and various taluks in Dharwad district get a respite

Peoples jury appeals to CM to convene State-Level High-Power Vigilance and Monitoring Committee meeting

Four held for duping people by promising 2BHK houses

Four held for duping people by promising 2BHK houses

Two held for possessing ganja in Cuddalore district

Four arrested for trying to circulate fake currency

Four arrested for trying to circulate fake currency

ACB nabs Tadepalligudem town surveyor for accepting 50,000 bribe

ACB nabs Tadepalligudem town surveyor for accepting 50,000 bribe

A.P. BJP chief urges government to allocate funds for major festivals

Party has launched a special initiative titled Janata Varadhi to strengthen coordination between the public and the government, says P.V.N. Madha

HYC founder Salman Khans Instagram account suspended in India

Hyderabad: Founder of Hyderabad Youth Courage (HYC) and Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) leader Salman Khans Instagram account has been suspended in

Ashwin Reflects on Retirement Realization During Perth Test

Kolkata, March 17: Former Indian all-rounder Ravichandran Ashwin realized it was time to retire from Test cricket when he was overlooked for a yo

NCLT approves Adani Enterprises resolution plan for Jaiprakash Associates

Under the approved plan, all existing shares, preference shares, unissued capital, convertible instruments, rights, warrants, and other pre-insol

Bapatla Police Recover 40 Lakh Worth Lost Mobile Phones

The police also cautioned against buying second-hand phones without proper bills and urged the public to hand over found devices to the nearest s

Millions to get $587 monthly boost in Social Security after new law takes effect

Social Security new law benefits explained: Millions of Americans are now receiving larger Social Security checks following the elimination of th

Who is Joe Kent, ex-CIA officer and veteran who resigned over Iran war?

Former CIA paramilitary officer Joe Kent resigned as Director of the National Counterterrorism Center, stating Iran posed no imminent threat and

Valley Markets Witness Shoppers Surge Ahead Of Eid

Srinagar, Mar 17: With just three days left for Eid-ul-Fitr, markets in Srinagar and other Valley towns are buzzing with activity, with people th

Pakistans Inflation Crisis Deepens as Senate Chairman Purchases Luxury Car

Islamabad, March 17: The people of Pakistan are grappling with rising inflation, while the Senate Chairman, Yusuf Raza Gilani, has purchased a lu

Strategic Energy Mitigation Framework Needed to Protect Economy From Oil Shocks: Panel

The panel also recommended the establishment of a more formalised 'Sinking Fund' to manage the redemption of long-term bonds systematically. The

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Minister inspects Garbage Transfer Station, assures action; Residents want only relocation

Minister inspects Garbage Transfer Station, assures action; Residents want only relocation

Senior National TT | RBI women stun PSPB for third title in four years

PSPB men maintain dominance with 24th consecutive title

Senior National TT | RBI women stun PSPB for third title in four years

PSPB men maintain dominance with 24th consecutive title