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Iran-aligned militias conducting attacks on US citizens in Iraq: US

The warning said that the citizens must follow the guidance in security alerts issued by the nearest US embassy or consulate

24 Mar 2026 9:53 am
24 Mar 2026 9:52 am
Colombia military plane crash: Death toll rises to 66 in Putumayo

The aircraft, a Colombian C-130 Hercules transport aircraft, was carrying 114 passengers and 11 crew members at the time of the incident on Monday, officials said

24 Mar 2026 9:51 am
PMC clears proposal for Bharat Mandapam in Pune near airport

Bhangire alleged that removing long-standing reservations meant for public welfare could severely impact citizens in the rapidly growing Lohegaon and Viman Nagar areas.

24 Mar 2026 9:42 am
West Asia war: Iranian report claims energy infrastructure damage in strikes

The report by the Fars news agency appeared timed to call into question comments by US President Donald Trump, who extended his deadline for Tehran to halt its attacks that have effectively closed the Strait of Hormuz, the narrow mouth of the Persian Gulf. Trump had threatened to strike Iranian power plants

24 Mar 2026 9:32 am
Christopher Columbus statue installed near White House amid renewed controversy

The statue is a replica of one that was tossed into Baltimores harbor in 2020 during Trumps first term at a time of nationwide protests against institutional racism

24 Mar 2026 8:17 am
Two Indian LPG tankers head toward Strait of Hormuz

LPG tankers Pine Gas and Jag Vasant, sailing close to each other, on Monday afternoon, were near the waters between Iran`s Larak and Qeshm islands possibly to make their identity clear to Iranian authorities before they cross the Strait

24 Mar 2026 8:13 am
AAP MLA Laljit Singh Bhullar arrested in suicide abetment case

He was arrested from Mandi Gobindgarh in Fatehgarh Sahib district. Bhullar will be produced in a court on Tuesday, said the police

24 Mar 2026 8:10 am
West Asia situation worrisome, but India ensuring supply: PM Modi

The PM said that the government has prioritised domestic LPG consumers amid the uncertainty in supply

24 Mar 2026 8:07 am
Researchers develop nail polish to make fingernails touchscreen-friendly

When combined, the two produced a formula that allowed a smartphone to detect a fingernail touch

24 Mar 2026 8:05 am
Socialist Emmanuel Gregoire wins Paris mayoral runoff election

Gregoire beat out prominent conservative contender Rachida Dati, who acknowledged her defeat after partial results were made public

24 Mar 2026 8:01 am
London: Jewish ambulance service vehicles set on fire, police probe hate crime

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer condemned the deeply shocking antisemitic arson attack

24 Mar 2026 7:59 am
On Mumbai roads, work in progress too often means danger in progress

Negligent and incomplete roadwork in Bandra East has turned a key metro-linked stretch into a safety hazard, highlighting poor accountability and disregard for pedestrian and commuter safety

24 Mar 2026 7:53 am
Flora Fountains distress is a wake-up call Mumbai cant ignore

The recent discovery of Flora Fountains woes, as highlighted in this newspaper, once again puts the spotlight on the state of affairs with some of the citys historic landmarks

24 Mar 2026 7:46 am
Military plane crashes in southwestern Colombia

A military cargo plane crashed shortly after takeoff in southwestern Colombias Putumayo region. Defence Minister Pedro Sanchez confirmed casualties, though numbers remain unclear. Rescue teams have reached the site as authorities investigate the cause of the accident

23 Mar 2026 10:44 pm
Bihar: Mokama MLA Anant Singh released from Beur jail; celebration sparks row

Mokama MLA Anant Kumar Singh received a grand welcome in Patna after his release from Beur Jail. Thousands of supporters celebrated his return, with roadshows planned. Singh denied charges in the Dularchand Yadav murder case, calling the allegations false

23 Mar 2026 10:40 pm
Oil prices fall, markets rally after Trump delays attacks on Iran

Oil prices dropped and global markets rallied after Donald Trump announced a pause in strikes on Iran. The move brought relief to India by easing crude costs, though uncertainty remains over the conflicts long-term impact on energy supply and global stability

23 Mar 2026 10:16 pm
Brief tension erupts in UP`s Mainpuri over namaz venue, resolved amicably

A brief tension broke out in Kuraoli, Mainpuri, over the venue for Eid namaz after a disagreement among locals. The situation was brought under control following timely intervention by the administration and community leaders, ensuring prayers were held peacefully at the idgah

23 Mar 2026 7:40 pm
Bihar class 12 Board exam results declared, record 85.19 pc pass percentage

The Bihar School Examination Board declared Class 12 results for 2026 with a record overall pass percentage of 85.19 per cent, with girls outperforming boys at 86.23 per cent versus 84.09 per cent. Girls dominated the merit list with 19 of 26 toppers being female

23 Mar 2026 7:22 pm
Congress MP Priyanka Gandhi Vadra seeks Parliament debate on West Asia conflict

Priyanka Gandhi Vadra has demanded a discussion in Parliament on the West Asia conflict after PM Narendra Modi addressed the issue in Lok Sabha. The opposition seeks to present its views as concerns grow over Indias energy security, trade routes, and economic impact

23 Mar 2026 6:28 pm
US halts strikes on Iran for five days as Trump cites `productive talks`

US President Donald Trump announced a five-day pause in military operations against Iran after days of escalating conflict following US-Israel strikes. Calling the talks productive, Trump signalled possible de-escalation while reaffirming US objectives in the region

23 Mar 2026 5:32 pm
West Asia war: Iran moves ICC over unprovoked aggression by US-Israel

According to state media Press TV, the letters call for condemnation of what Tehran describes as an unprovoked military offensive by the United States and Israel

23 Mar 2026 4:13 pm
Delhi Police issue traffic restrictions ahead of Navratri 2026, check details

Traffic movement will be restricted on several key roads in central Delhi due to Navratri celebrations at the Jhandewalan Temple from March 23 to March 27, police said on Monday

23 Mar 2026 4:04 pm
Modi calls for strict action against black marketing, hoarding of LPG cylinders

The Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas said that by Saturday, around 3,500 raids had been carried out nationwide. These operations led to the seizure of more than 1,200 gas cylinders

23 Mar 2026 3:40 pm
West Asia conflict has created unforeseen challenges for India: PM Modi in LS

The Prime Minister also outlined the multifaceted challenges India faces due to the tensions in the Gulf nations; he said that West Asia is also important for India as approximately one crore Indians live and work in Gulf countries

23 Mar 2026 3:09 pm
Two pilots dead in runway collision at airport in NY

An Air Canada Express jet collided with a firetruck while landing at New Yorks LaGuardia Airport, killing both pilots and injuring several others. The crash led to a shutdown of airport operations, and authorities have launched an investigation into the cause

23 Mar 2026 3:00 pm
Iran imposes USD two million fee on select ships crossing Strait of Hormuz

Iran has begun charging a USD 2 million transit fee on certain vessels passing through the Strait of Hormuz, asserting control amid rising tensions with the US and Israel, while maintaining that the route remains open for navigation

23 Mar 2026 2:56 pm
Sitharaman tables Corporate Laws Amendment Bill in Lok Sabha, sent to JPC

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman introduced the Corporate Laws (Amendment) Bill, 2026 in the Lok Sabha, which was sent to a Joint Parliamentary Committee for review, while the Opposition raised concerns over excessive delegation of powers

23 Mar 2026 2:56 pm
Chirag Paswan slams Mamata over her remarks targeting PM Modi on eid gathering

Union Minister Chirag Paswan slammed Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee for her remarks targeting PM Modi at an Eid gathering, where she dubbed him the biggest infiltrator and accused the Centre of trying to rob people of their voting rights through the SIR process

23 Mar 2026 2:33 pm
Hezbollah conducts over 60 military operations against Israel, says Iran media

Hezbollah carried out 63 military operations targeting Israeli positions in the last 24 hours, including rocket barrages, drone strikes and artillery fire, according to Iranian state media Press TV. The operations were launched in response to recent Israeli attacks on Lebanon

23 Mar 2026 2:31 pm
NDA candidates for Guwahati seats take out united rally ahead of nomination

NDA candidates from four Guwahati constituencies BJP`s Pradyut Bordoloi from Dispur, Diplu Ranjan Sharma from New Guwahati, Vijay Gupta from Central Guwahati, and AGP`s Tapan Das from Dimoria took out a joint rally through the city streets on Monday before filing their nominations together

23 Mar 2026 2:24 pm
Sena (UBT) backs CCS meet, Congress seeks all-party discussion on crisis

Shiv Sena (UBT) MP Priyanka Chaturvedi described the CCS meeting as timely and necessary, given the escalating geopolitical tensions and their global repercussions

23 Mar 2026 1:52 pm
PM Modi to address Lok Sabha on West Asia conflict today

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will address the Lok Sabha at 2 PM on Monday on the ongoing West Asia conflict, a day after chairing a high-level meeting to review India`s petroleum, crude oil, gas, power and fertiliser sectors

23 Mar 2026 1:36 pm
Sanjay Raut seeks clarity on Indias role in West Asia conflict

Addressing a press conference, Sanjay Raut said the government has not clearly articulated Indias role despite the conflicts growing global implications

23 Mar 2026 1:35 pm
Plane collides with fire truck at LaGuardia Airport in New York

Reports indicated that at least five firefighters may have been seriously hurt, while around several passengers on board the aircraft were also reported to have sustained injuries

23 Mar 2026 12:58 pm
Indian national injured by falling debris after missile incident in Abu Dhabi

Emergency teams responded to the scene after air defence systems dealt with the incoming missile, with debris landing in a residential area, authorities added

23 Mar 2026 12:15 pm
We will never forget your kindness: Iran expresses gratitude to India

The Iranian Embassy in India on Saturday thanked the kindness and humanity of Indians for donating money and jewellery to rebuild Iran

23 Mar 2026 12:09 pm
Pakistan raises fuel cost by 200 percent amid Strait of Hormuz choke

The increase in high-octane fuel prices will not impact public transport fares and air travel costs, ARY News reported

23 Mar 2026 12:03 pm
Iran signals lockdown of Strait of Hormuz in response to Trump`s ultimatum

Iran said the Strait of Hormuz, crucial to oil and other exports, would be completely closed immediately if the US follows up on President Donald Trump`s threat to attack its power plants

23 Mar 2026 11:55 am
West Bank violence injures 10 while four Palestinians were killed in Gaza

At least 10 Palestinians were injured in settler attacks across West Bank villages following a settler funeral, while four others were killed in Israeli airstrikes in Gaza amid rising regional tensions

23 Mar 2026 11:45 am
Why would anyone do this to us!

An 11-year-old from Ahilyanagar was left screaming on a lonely road, her face burning, her bicycle lying behind, and a village asking how an innocent child became a target of an acid attack. A family with no enemies and no disputes, now lives with fear they just cannot explain

23 Mar 2026 10:41 am
Delhi: LPG hoarders nabbed with 74 cylinders

The police seized 74 LPG cylinders 70 domestic and four commercial along with a transport vehicle and refilling equipment in the raid on Saturday, an officer said

23 Mar 2026 9:59 am
Kerala: Two US tourists booked for flying drone

The accused Katie Michelle Phelps, 32, and Christopher Ross Harvey, 35, are from California

23 Mar 2026 9:56 am
Punjab ex-minister, father booked over officials suicide

Meanwhile, opposition leaders on Sunday staged a gherao and demanded Bhullars arrest

23 Mar 2026 9:53 am
UP: 9 minors detained in spying case

Interrogations revealed that they were directed by a foreign handler to set up solar-powered, SIM-based CCTV cameras in key areas.

23 Mar 2026 9:50 am
Bandra college cannot ignore delayed degrees and flawed marksheets

A student said that they cannot hold down a job, as they are unable to produce a degree certificate even after six months in a job

23 Mar 2026 9:49 am
Birch tar may be antibiotic

Their results suggest the material may have done double duty in prehistoric life, helping attach stone tools while also offering a way to treat wounds

23 Mar 2026 9:47 am
Astronomers identify 24 habitable, Earth-like planets

A further subset of 24 planets falls within a more restrictive definition of habitability.

23 Mar 2026 9:43 am
Study finds bacteria that may prevent long Covid

In 2021, Belgian researchers launched a study to see whether long-term symptoms could be predicted during the acute phase of infection

23 Mar 2026 9:38 am
US will obliterate Irans power plants: Trump

More than 100 people, including children, were injured after ballistic missiles fired by Iran struck the southern Israeli towns of Arad and Dimona

23 Mar 2026 9:26 am