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Delhi-NCR's air quality improved significantly after recent rainfall, with most areas recording AQI in the 'Satisfactory' or 'Green' category.

Experts say poor indoor air quality in bedrooms can disrupt breathing and sleep cycles, making cleaner indoor air an important factor for better rest.

Sania Watch, led by founder Seyed Mohamad Seyed Hoseini, combats the luxury watch authenticity crisis by applying rigorous financial-grade authentication to high-value timepieces like Rolex and Patek Philippe.

J&K Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Sunday handed over appointment letters to 27 next of kin of terror victims at Lok Bhavan in Srinagar, reaffirming the administration's commitment to justice and rehabilitation of affected families. He said pending cases would be reopened to hold perpetrators accountable and announced a review of property encroachment cases involving terror victims.

Even after the Union Government revoked the detention of climate activist Sonam Wangchuk under the National Security Act, Ladakh's Leh Apex Body and Kargil Democratic Alliance have decided to proceed with their scheduled protest on March 16.

Hardik Pandya has bought a Rs 12-crore Ferrari after winning the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026. A video of Hardik driving the new car with his girlfriend Mahieka Sharma has surfaced on social media. Earlier, Hardik had bought a Rs 4-crore Land Rover Defender for his five-year-old son Agastya Pandya.

During Operation Sindoor, India reportedly neutralised Pakistan's Chinese-supplied air defence systems, including the HQ-9B surface-to-air missile system. According to reports, these systems failed to detect or intercept Indian missiles and aircraft during several days of strikes.

Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) issued a direct threat against Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, saying it would continue to pursue and kill him if he is alive, as the IranIsrael conflict entered its 16th day

The company has also kept CNG and household piped gas prices unchanged despite the supply challenges. Around 70% of its gas supply is domestically sourced for CNG and household use, while about 30% comes from imported LNG, mainly serving industrial customers.

Consumers with both connections must surrender their LPG cylinders, and oil companies cannot issue new LPG connections to PNG users. The government said petrol and diesel supplies remain adequate, with refineries operating at high capacity.

ECI has announced the schedule for the 2026 Assembly elections. Assam, Kerala and Puducherry will vote in a single phase on April 9, while Tamil Nadu will go to polls on April 23. West Bengal will hold elections in two phases on April 23 and April 29.

BMJ expressed confidence in defeating Mamata Banerjee in the upcoming West Bengal Assembly elections. Union ministers Dharmendra Pradhan, Kiren Rijiju, and Giriraj Singh, along with Keshav Prasad Maurya and BJP MP Gulam Ali Khatana, alleged corruption, poor law and order, and infiltration under the TMC.

Chief Election Commissioner warned of strict action against the misuse of artificial intelligence and deepfake content during election campaigns. He said nodal officers in each state will monitor misinformation and deepfakes, with actions such as content takedowns or FIRs if violations occur.

The company emerged as the lowest bidder with a tariff of Rs 5.30 per kWh. The deal strengthens Adani Power's long-term power supply portfolio and supports India's plan to expand thermal power capacity to meet rising electricity demand.

Alia Bhatt is celebrating her 33rd birthday, and on this occasion, her mother Soni Razdan shared a heartfelt note. However, she later deleted one photo in which Alia was seen wearing an orange swimsuit and posing with Raha.

Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister and Congress leader D.K. Shivakumar accused the BJP of attempting to bribe Odisha Congress MLAs staying in a Bengaluru resort ahead of the Rajya Sabha elections. He alleged that four individuals offered Rs 5 crore per MLA to secure cross-voting under Operation Lotus.

The Office of the Principal Scientific Adviser to the Government of India has released a white paper titled Advancing Indigenous Foundation Models as part of its AI Policy White Paper Series, outlining India's roadmap to build home-grown AI models and strengthen the country's digital ecosystem

An Indian-flagged vessel, Jag Laadki, carrying about 80,800 metric tonnes of Murban crude oil, safely sailed from Fujairah Port in the United Arab Emirates for India. The Directorate General of Shipping and MEA continue monitoring the situation

IDF struck Hezbollah targets across Lebanon, including rocket sites in Al-Qatrani and command centres in Beirut, prompting evacuations in several neighbourhoods. Hezbollah retaliated near the border. Since March 2, air raids have killed 826 people.

The Bharat Progress Report 2025-26 by the NXT Foundation highlights India's rapid economic and technological growth, noting that the country became the world's fourth-largest economy in 2025, overtaking Japan with a GDP of about $4.18 trillion.

Popular comedian Zakir Khan recently announced a long break from his career, expected to last until 2029 or 2030, sparking concerns among fans about his health. On Saturday, his brother Arbaaz Khan shared a vlog showing Zakir at Lilavati Hospital in a hospital gown.

The IMF has withheld a $1 billion loan tranche to Pakistan due to weak tax collection and concerns over the credibility of the current budget. Pakistan's tax-to-GDP ratio remains low at 910%, with a narrow tax base and a large informal economy

Rohit Shetty's Golmaal franchise began in 2006 with Ajay Devgn, Arshad Warsi, Sharman Joshi, and Tusshar Kapoor, later joined by Kunal Kemmu and Shreyas Talpade. Now, 20 years on, the team reunites for Golmaal 5, with Rohit Shetty officially starting filming and revealing two big surprises: Akshay Kumar's entry and Sharman Joshi's comeback.

Domestic carriers Air India, Air India Express, and IndiGo cancelled multiple flights to the Gulf region, especially Dubai and Abu Dhabi, on Sunday, March 15, 2026, due to UAE airport restrictions amid rising regional tensions. Air India and Air India Express curtailed most of their Dubai and Abu Dhabi flights

China's HQ9B air defence system, once promoted as a capable rival to Western systems, has come under intense scrutiny after reportedly failing to perform effectively in realworld conflicts in Pakistan, Venezuela and Iran.

Israel denied viral social media rumours claiming Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu had been assassinated, confirming he is safe. Speculation began after a video posted on X showed what some users claimed was a sixth finger, suggesting AI manipulation.

India faces a pivotal moment: to secure its place as a major global power, it must combine economic strength, military modernization, technological leadership, and strategic confidence while navigating regional challenges and great-power rivalry.

Amid the USIsraelIran conflict in March 2026, PM Modi spoke with Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian, urging India to play a stabilising role as BRICS chair. The crisis tests India's balance between historical ties with Iran and growing partnerships with the US and Israel, with key concerns including the Strait of Hormuz, Chabahar Port, and China's regional influence.

The White House has strongly rejected a CNN report claiming the US had not planned for Iran potentially closing the Strait of Hormuz amid Operation Epic Fury. Officials said the network misrepresented US military preparedness, stressing that the possibility has been considered for decades

The wedding reception of filmmaker Sooraj Barjatya's daughter Eesha Barjatya and her husband Abhishek in Mumbai turned into a nostalgic reunion for the Hum Aapke Hain Koun and Hum Saath Saath Hain cast. Celebrities including Salman Khan, Sonali Bendre, Aamir Khan, Junaid Khan, Rekha, Rani Mukerji, Neena Gupta, Anil Kapoor, Anupam Kher and others

India has repatriated more than 100 non-essential crew members of the Iranian naval ship IRIS Lavan that docked at Port of Kochi earlier this month, Indian authorities continue to monitor the situation closely amid heightened naval activity in the Indian Ocean region.

The Biju Janata Dal has cancelled its annual Iftar and Eid Milan events due to the ongoing Middle East war and heavy loss of lives. Party vice-president Pratap Jena said the move was taken in solidarity with victims and in hope for peace.

The government said commercial LPG cylinder distribution has resumed for select industries across several states, while retail outlets continue to have adequate LPG supplies with no shortages reported. Officials urged consumers to avoid panic booking, assuring that supply is being closely monitored despite geopolitical tensions. I

Ahead of Alia Bhatt's 33rd birthday, she is in Hong Kong with husband Ranbir Kapoor and their daughter Raha Kapoor. Photos and videos from their quiet getaway have gone viral, showing Alia holding and kissing Raha. The family was also seen spending time together at a resort and a kids' amusement park.

620.57 crore has already been disbursed to 23 shipyards for building 204 vessels. The Centre has also launched initiatives such as the Shipbuilding Development Scheme and the Maritime Development Fund to boost domestic shipbuilding capacity, improve global competitiveness and generate employment in the maritime sector.

Iran's Ambassador to India, Mohammad Fathali, said Iran has allowed some Indian vessels to pass through the Strait of Hormuz, citing strong ties with India. Speaking at the India Today Conclave, he said two LPG tankers

Gold prices fell 0.73% over the week due to profit booking and a stronger US dollar, with MCX February gold futures at Rs 1,58,400 and silver futures at Rs 2,59,279 per kg. Despite the pullback, geopolitical tensions and elevated crude oil prices continue to support safe-haven demand.

US President Donald Trump expressed his admiration for India and Prime Minister Narendra Modi in a message read out by far-right activist Laura Loomer at the India Today Conclave 2026. Trump called PM Modi a fantastic leader and hinted at a possible visit to India in the near future.

Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi accused the US of double standards on Russian oil, saying Washington once pressured India to cut imports but is now urging countries to buy Russian crude.

US President Donald Trump said Iran's plans to dominate the Middle East are dead after US forces carried out strikes on military targets on Kharg Island. He also warned Tehran against disrupting shipping through the Strait of Hormuz and reiterated that Iran will never obtain nuclear weapons.

The announcement of the waiver of fines comes at a time when thousands remain stranded worldwide as the conflict in the Middle East has led to airspace closures and flight cancellations.

Within hours of Vinai Kumar Saxena taking oath as the fourth Lieutenant Governor of Ladakh, the Ministry of Home Affairs revoked the detention of activist Sonam Wangchuk under the National Security Act. Wangchuk had been lodged in Jodhpur jail since September 2025 following violence in Leh.

Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi criticized the US over global oil trade, accusing Washington of hypocrisy for urging countries, including India, to buy Russian crude while previously pressuring them to stop. He also condemned Europe for supporting what he called an illegal war on Iran.

A new study by the SETI Institute suggests that the alien signals might be right here, surrounding us all of the time, and we're just unable to pick them out.

The operation, codenamed Operation White Hammer, uncovered a large-scale illegal drug manufacturing unit operating as a chemical factory. Officials seized raw materials, chemicals and industrial equipment used to produce the drug, and arrested two alleged masterminds, including an experienced chemist.

Israeli Prime Minister said Iran is o longer the same after nearly two weeks of Israeli and US strikes, claiming key nuclear scientists were killed and the IRGC and Basij forces severely damaged. He also called Iran's new Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei a puppet of the Revolutionary Guards.

The Nifty declined 488.05 points, or 2.06 per cent, to settle at 23,151.10. Meanwhile, the Sensex dropped 1,470.50 points, or 1.93 per cent, ending the session at 74,563.92.

Spread across 27 cities, the extended list of Asia's 50 Best Restaurants 2026 features some of the most trailblazing restaurants in the region.

Explosions shook buildings in Dubai on Friday morning, a day after twin drone incidents were reported. Authorities later confirmed that an aerial interception had been successfully carried out, with debris damaging a building in Dubai's financial hub.

As companies like OpenAI and Anthropic push the limits of model scale, AI chip startup dMatrix says the next phase of the industry will be decided by the cost and efficiency of inference.