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Vessel traffic through Strait of Hormuz drops amid West Asia tensions

Data from Lloyds List show that on February 28, tankers and gas carriers with a total cargo carrying capacity of 6.5 million tons passed through

Telangana Minister stranded in Dubai following suspension of flight operations

Watch: U.S. F-15 crashes over Kuwait

1 in 4 Indian breast cancer patients carry inherited genetic risk variants, outside known genes: study

Findings of the study, conducted by the IIT-M and Karkinos Healthcare, along with Kumaran Hospital, Chennai, and the Chennai Breast Centre, were

Road to US Consulate General Hyderabad closed for security reasons

Traffic diverted in Financial District

CUSAT tops Kerala Institutional Ranking Framework 2025; Rajagiri College and CET lead in respective categories

Notably, Kerala University, ranked fifth nationally in the National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF) and second under KIRF last year, did n

Varkala train attack: victim discharged from private hospital in Kochi after intensive treatment

She was admitted at the Amrita Hospital here on December 25, 2025 after undergoing treatment at the Government Medical College Hospital, Thiruvan

Oil tanker is attacked in Gulf of Oman, killing 1 Indian mariner onboard

The Oman News Agency reported an attack in the Gulf of Oman near Muscat, identifying the vessel as MKD VYOM and noting that the dead crew member

Iran Guards say targeted Israel PM Netanyahus office

Irans Revolutionary Guards said Kheibar missile were used in the attack

When thavil met magudam and thappu on the Marina

Leading the performance wasthavilexponent and Padma Shri awardee Kongapattu A.V. Murugaian. He was joined bymagudamplayers Ganesamurthy and Danie

Indian mariner killed as oil tanker attacked in Gulf of Oman

The state-run Oman News Agency reported the attack in the Gulf of Oman off the coast of Muscat, the sultanate's capital. It identified the vessel

Thalapathy Vijays first message after wife files for divorce

Hyderabad: Actor-politician Thalapathy Vijay has been hittong headlines ever since his wife, Sangeetha Sornalingam, filed for divorce at the Chen

Watch: Smoke seen from U.S. Embassy in Kuwait after Iranian strikes

Israel-Iran conflict: West Asia flight disruptions at Kochi airport enter third day; taxi drivers bear brunt of cancellations

Except for a handful of operations to Muscat in Oman, most outbound and inbound services to destinations across the Gulf continued to be cancelle

Irans nuclear ambassador alleges that US-Israeli airstrikes targeted the Natanz enrichment facility

VIENNA, March 2, 2026 (AP) Irans Ambassador to the International Atomic Energy Agency on Monday alleged that airstrikes by the United States and

Nawazuddin Siddiqui comes onboard for Tumbbad 2

Mumbai: Actor Nawazuddin Siddiqui has officially joined the cast of Tumbbad 2. The actor is expected to bring formidable depth to the sequels nar

Despite its excesses, social media can bring home bitter truths

Himachal CM Sukhu seeks special financial package from Centre

Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu claims discontinuation of Revenue Deficit Grant (RDG) to have a far-reachingadverse impact

Rupee crashes 42 paise to settle at 91.50 against US dollar

Massive selling in domestic equity markets and withdrawal of foreign funds further dragged the Indian currency down

Rotary Club of Chennai Legends and Rotary Dist 3234 Donate 225 Free Bicycles to Schoolgirls in Chennai

Rotary Club of Chennai Legends, in association with Rotary International District 3234 organised “Gift of Mobility,” a special initia

Meet Me in Montauk: Love, memory, and erasure in Charlie Kaufmans Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind

In the 2004 Michel Gondry-directed film, which has been re-released by PVR in India, Charlie Kaufmans Academy Award-winning screenplay constructs

Stock markets suffer major meltdown as West Asia crisis intensifies; Sensex, Nifty tumble over 1%

The 30-share BSE Sensex tanked 2,743.46 points or 3.37% to 78,543.73 in early trade. It later ended at 80,238.85, down 1,048.34 points or 1.29%

Hyderabad and Nalgonda to witness brief final phase of total lunar eclipse on March 3; moonrise expected at 6.22 p.m.

A lunar eclipse occurs on a full moon day when the Earth moves between the Sun and the Moon, causing the Earths shadow to fall on the lunar surfa

'They attacked Iran's nuclear facilities...': Tehrans IAEA envoy drops big charge, Grossi responds

Industrial output growth cools to 4.8% in January

India's industrial output growth slowed to 4.8 percent in January. Manufacturing and electricity generation showed steady expansion. Basic metals

One Chinese national killed in US-Israeli airstrikes in Iran

BEIJING, Mar 2: One Chinese national was killed in the US and Israeli airstrikes in Iran, the foreign ministry said on Monday, underlining that i

Tech Mahindra workers Islamophobic comment on LinkedIn draws flak

A Tech Mahindra employee from Maharashtras Pune received nationwide condemnation after his comment on a LinkedIn post called for the whitewashing

Discover this new pan Asian restaurant hidden in the bylanes of Anna Nagar

After long lull, protests return to Kashmir Valley

Authorities imposed strict restrictions in Srinagar and other parts of the Valley as a precautionary measure, while internet services were slowed

Tata Technologies partners WITTENSTEIN High Integrity Systems for SDVinnovation

NEW DELHI, Mar 2: Tata Technologies Ltd on Monday announced a partnership with WITTENSTEIN High Integrity Systems to accelerate innovation in sof

Startup news and updates: daily roundup (March 2, 2026)

YourStory presents the daily news roundup from the Indian startup ecosystem and beyond. Here's the roundup for Monday, March 2, 2026.

EPFO retains 8.25 pc interest rate on employees provident fund deposits for 2025-26

NEW DELHI, Mar 2: Retirement fund body EPFO on Monday fixed the interest rate on employees provident fund (EPF) deposits for 2025-26 at 8.25 per

A metaverse for Tamizh Thatha: Rebuilding U Ve Sas legacy for the digital age

How Deepak Swaminathan, the great-great-grandson of U Ve Swaminatha Iyer, is looking to take his Tamil works to the global arena

Nasscom advises IT firms to defer travel to Middle East, enable WFH amid rising tensions

NEW DELHI, Mar 2: IT industry body Nasscom has advised its member companies to avoid travel to affected parts of the Middle East and urged them t

Exporters seek waiver of demurrage charges on cargo due to conflict induced flight disruptions

NEW DELHI, Mar 2: Apparel exporters on Monday urged the government to waive demurrage charges on export cargo at airports, as flight disruptions

No sign Iran's nuclear sites were hit, IAEA says, but Iran alleges one was

Irans Ambassador to the IAEA, Reza Najafi, told reporters outside the closed-door meeting that the sprawling nuclear complex at Natanz had been a

VIL, Ericsson deep partnership to modernise postpaid services, augment network

NEW DELHI, Mar 2: Telecom operator Vodafone Idea has deepened its strategic partnership with Swedish communications gear maker Ericsson to modern

Supreme Court takes cognisance of trial court relying on AI-generated 'fake' verdicts

The Bench said it will examine the matter in detail and issued a notice to Attorney General Venkataramani, Solicitor General Tushar Mehta and the

Indians stuck in West Asia contact relatives in Karnataka, share videos of missile attacks, seek help to return home

One of them is Mamata Rayareddy, daughter of Basavaraj Rayareddy, MLA and financial advisor to Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah, who is stuc

Several U.S. military aircraft crash in Kuwait as Iranian strikes continue

KUWAIT CITY, March 2 (Reuters) Several U.S. military aircraft crashed in Kuwait early on Monday, but all crew members survived and were in stabl

J&K Ring Road Projects: Nearly 1,700 Crore Compensation Disbursed, 1,400 Cases Pending

Jammu, Mar 2: The Jammu and Kashmir government has disbursed Rs 1,695 crore in compensation for land acquired for the Ring Road projects in the t

Does This Video Show Israelis Evacuating a Flight After Iranian Strike? No!

Neither is this video recent nor is it related to the recent Israel-Iran tensions.

Iran says US-Israeli attacks have killed 555 people so far in Iran

DUBAI, Mar 2: The Iranian Red Crescent Society said on Monday that the US-Israeli airstrike campaign targeting Iran has killed at least 555 peopl

Where things stand after the US and Israeli strikes on Iran

Coordinated U.S. and Israeli attacks killed Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei and senior figures, sparking a furious Iranian response.

Science Snapshots: March 1, 2026

Three recent important research developments, all readable in one minute

T20 World Cup: Truly a match-winning innings from Sanju Samson, says Sitanshu Kotak

The batting coach admitted that some technical adjustments were made while Samson evolved

Iranian drone hits UK airbase as Keir Starmer okays bases for 'limited defensive' ops

An Iranian drone struck a British Royal Air Force base in Cyprus. This incident occurred after the UK permitted the United States to use British

We are acting in self-defence and retaliation to American aggression: Iran FM

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Aragchi has said that Iran has always been open to diplomacy, following U.S. and Israeli air strikes over the week

T.N. CM Stalin inaugurates Fintech Tower at Nandambakkam

It is aimed at offering premium workspaces tailored for financial and fintech companies

NDA constituents dont know who is heading the alliance, remarks T.N. CM Stalin

Referring to the NDAs public meeting in Madurai on Sunday (March 1), Mr. Stalin pointed out that while AIADMK general secretary Edappadi K. Palan

Kerala CM Pinarayi Vijayan slams Congress govt in Telangana over demolition drive in Khammam

Pinarayi demands a reply from Congress leadership in Kerala over evictions in Velugumatla village. CM says Telangana government has besmirched th

'90cr given via DBT to 30,000 girls in first phase of ladli scheme': Delhi CM Rekha Gupta

Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Monday launched key women-centric initiatives at the Sashakt Nari, Samriddh Delhi programme, including the fr

Team aims worlds smallest QR code at long-term data storage

The researchers were motivated by data rot: the inevitable decay of magnetic and electronic storage media

Saudi Arabias Ras Tanura refinery halts after drone attack

A blaze at the site was under control, sources said

Fully embrace AI-driven solutions to simplify administrative systems: President Murmu to IAS officers

Ms. Murmu said technology and innovation are transforming governance at unprecedented speed

AI-generated fake verdicts amount to misconduct: SC

New Delhi: Taking cognisance of a trial court relying on alleged non-existing verdicts that were generated with the help of artificial intelligen

Chandra Grahan 2026: IMD issues key update on March 3 Lunar Eclipse, shares important details about visibility and timings

Chandra Grahan 2026 Timings: As Chandra Grahan or the Lunar Eclipse will be observed on March 3, 2026, the India Meteorological Department (IMD)

Rapper Badshah reacts to Hania Aamirs wedding, watch video

Hyderabad: Pakistani actress Hania Aamir has been making headlines for both her professional achievements and personal life, with constant buzz a

Bridgerton Season 4 Part 2 series review: Queen Charlotte rules the screen

While the Benedict and Sophie love story plays out to its logical, if mild, end, it is the friendship between Golda Rosheuvels Queen Charlotte an

Louve brings a slice of modern Europe to Lutyens Delhi

Iran-Israel War: UAE lender ADCB reports platform outages after Iranian strikes

Abu Dhabi Commercial Bank is currently experiencing outages affecting its online banking platforms and mobile app. The disruption follows widespr

EPFO retains 8.25% interest rate on employees' provident fund deposits for 2025-26

The Employees' Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO), in 2024, increased the interest rate marginally to 8.25 per cent for 2023-24, from 8.15 per ce

On a Beethoven trail: Pianist Anand Seshadri launches his ambitious 32sonata project

At a recent lecture-recital at Chennais Museum Theatre, Anand Seshadri set out on a journey through the master-composers works.

Nawazuddin Siddiqui joins Sohum Shahs Tumbbad 2

The film is a sequel to the critically acclaimed 2018 period-horror drama which was helmed by Rahi Anil Barve and Anand Gandhi

France is ready to help Gulf countries targeted by Iran

France is prepared to assist Gulf nations targeted by Iranian retaliatory strikes, offering defense contributions based on their requests and int

Israel Army says struck senior Hezbollah operative in Beirut

Israels Defence Minister Israel Katz said that Iran-backed Hezbollahs chief was now a marked target for elimination

Jammu And Kashmir To Import 4 Elite Foreign Breeds Of Sheep, Goat

Jammu, Mar 2: The Jammu and Kashmir government is set to import Romanov and Finn sheep breeds, and Boer and Swiss Alpine goat breeds from Russia,

EPFO Retains 8.25% Interest Rate On Employees Provident Fund Deposits For 2025-26

New Delhi, Mar 2: Retirement fund body EPFO on Monday fixed the interest rate on employees provident fund (EPF) deposits for 2025-26 at 8.25 per

SC Takes Cognisance Of Trial Court Relying On AI-Generated Fake Verdicts

New Delhi, Mar 2: Taking cognisance of a trial court relying on alleged non-existing verdicts that were generated with the help of artificial int

Coimbatore Writers Community: A creative network for writers to connect

Coimbatore Writers Community is a space for writers to share their work with like-minded people

From Sigri to Sustainable: The Food Story of Novotel Kolkata

At Novotel Kolkata, authenticity is not a garnish but the core philosophy, from a 16-kebab trolley to a real chaiwala brewing tea in a clay pot.

Qatar intercepts attacks aimed at international airport, warns of response

Qatar has intercepted Iranian attacks targeting its international airport and civilian infrastructure. The nation has warned that these actions w

World War III: List of safest countries to seek shelter if WWIII breaks out amid Israel-Iran conflict

World War 3 news: Amid the rising tensions in the Middle East after Iran launched a barrage of missiles and drones in the Gulf region, there are

New J&K Houses Proposed In Mumbai, Amritsar Among Several Cities

Jammu, Mar 2: The Jammu and Kashmir government has set in motion a major expansion drive with new J&K Houses proposed in several key cities inclu

DMK sets March 3 deadline for Congress on seat-sharing talks

The ruling party has set the deadline as it has to finalise before March 5, the nominees for the biennial elections to the Rajya Sabha slated for

Padianallur residents demand parks and playgrounds on poramboke lands

March 2026 Dry Days: Check full list of dates when liquor shops will be closed

March 2026 brings several dry days across India. Alcohol sales will be banned on March 4 for Holi, March 21 for Eid-ul-Fitr, March 26 for Ram Nav

Why are gold and silver prices rising now, and will gold surge to $6,000 and silver to $200? Gold and silver climb, analysts insights and market outlook explained. Here's what should investors do now

Why are gold and silver prices rising now, and will gold surge to $6,000 and silver to $200? Gold prices rose after the US and Israel launched st

Control rooms to provide information on persons stranded in Gulf countries

Dhurandhar 2 Outpaces Toxic as Advance Bookings in US Take Off

Ticket sales are currently on in the US.

How Alejandro Betancourt Lpez Turned OHara Into a Multi-Industry Investment Engine

Summary: Alejandro Betancourt Lpez founded OHara Administration in 2014 as a multidisciplinary family office designed to centralize capital deplo

India's Godavari Biorefineries to start grain-based distillery in June quarter

Godavari Biorefineries is set to launch a new grain-based distillery in the June quarter. This facility will allow the company to use both sugarc

TDB To File Affidavit In SC To Protect Sabarimala Tradition In Women Entry Issue

The board has no difference of opinion on this. The TDB is constituted under rules that mandate the protection of the temple and its traditions.

Forging Wellness at Chakrasiddh: Research, Protocols, and Verified Healing Journeys

Chinese HQ-9B again in spotlight after reports of failure of Iranian air defence system amid US-Israel strikes

Recent US and Israeli airstrikes targeted key Iranian sites, including Supreme Leader Khamenei's compound. Reports suggest Iran deployed its newl

What to eat in North Chennai: Try Vyasarpadis street-side meat delicacies

Kavab, a North Chennai beef dish that is easy on the pocket and pairs well with rice, is deeply entwined with the regions culture and identity

France 'Ready' to Defend Gulf Countries, Jordan Against Iran

France, Germany and the United Kingdom said Sunday they were ready to defend their interests and those of their allies in the Gulf if needed

Legends League Cricket sold to Blue God Entertainment for Rs 49 crore

Blue God Entertainment has acquired Legends League Cricket for Rs 49 crore. This marks a significant development as it becomes the first cricket

Haryana CM Nayab Singh Saini presents 2.23-lakh cr Budget for 2026-27

Nayab Singh Saini, who also holds the Finance portfolio, said 5,000 suggestions were received from various quarters, and these have been incorpor

Classrooms divided: Should schools segregate by grades?