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A direct communications channel between US envoy Steve Witkoff and Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has been reactivated in recent days, Axios reported on Monday, citing a US official and a source with knowledge of the matter.

US President Donald Trump said he has demanded about seven countries send warships to keep the Strait of Hormuz open as Iranian strikes kept slamming into Gulf countries Monday.

More than 1,000 vehicles have been stranded near the Atal Tunnel outside Manali since Sunday night, after heavy snowfall and ice formation on roads brought traffic to a complete halt for the second consecutive day.

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has now written to Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar, putting on record her protest against the state's removal of top bureaucrats ahead of the assembly election.

President Donald Trump criticized US allies on Monday for their lukewarm response to his call to help protect shipping in the Strait of Hormuz during the US war against Iran.

Social media users have praised the vlogger for taking a stand against littering.

Gurugram and Faridabad Metro: The plan aims to enhance connectivity and reduce travel time between the two cities.

Details for Baal Aadhaar: UIDAI allows parents to apply for an Aadhaar card for their newborn babies, known as Baal Aadhaar.

As the battle for the 2026 Tamil Nadu Assembly elections intensifies, the ruling M K Stalin-led Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) is banking heavily on an expansive alliance strategy.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has posted a new video on his official X account in which a ring on his finger appears to vanish as he moves his arm.

Inspired by this trend, other users followed suit, creating similar fake expert accounts focused on topics related to parent-child relationships.

The government on Monday trashed reports that said Tehran is seeking release of three oil tankers seized by India in return for ensuring safe passage to Indian-'flagged vessels through the Strait of Hormuz.

A controversy over the secrecy of votes has delayed the counting process in the Haryana Rajya Sabha Election, with complaints filed by both the Congress and the BJ against each other's MLAs.

US President Donald Trump on Monday said he had warned about the September 11 terror attacks more than a year before they took place.

The images from the war in the Middle East are being watched carefully in Beijing not with alarm, but with calculation.

A private school operator allegedly jumped from the 23rd floor of a residential building with his two-year-old daughter in his arms here on Monday, killing both, police said.

Dr Anjali Kumar explains why vitamin D deficiency is extremely common among women and how a simple blood test can help detect it.

The Election Commission on Monday appointed former bureaucrat Manjeet Singh as the special observer for poll-bound Assam with a mandate to update the poll panel on election preparedness in the northeastern state.

The song appears in KD: The Devil, an upcoming Kannada-language action crime film

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has shared another video on the social media platform X (formerly Twitter) after Grok, the AI chatbot created by Elon Musk, labelled one of his earlier videos as AI-generated.

Bengal has always had a rich tradition of enabling 'outsiders', or non-Bangla speakers, including those making it to the Lok Sabha.

The United States military intervention in Iran, now in its third week, stands in contrast to the recent operation in Venezuela, according to journalist and geopolitical expert Fareed Zakaria.

If standard push-ups feel too challenging, begin with easier variations. Knee push-ups or incline push-ups performed against a wall or bench can help build strength gradually.

The Election Commission of India has stepped up administrative changes in election-bound states, by removing several district police chiefs in both Assam and Tamil Nadu as part of its efforts to ensure free and fair polls.

Iran War Latest News, Middle East Live, Fareed Zakaria Exclusive: Very Difficult To Open Strait Of Hormuz Without Iran's Acceptance: Fareed Zakaria To NDTV

LPG shortage in India: The government has prioritised PNG supplies for households and is working to expand its infrastructure.

The BJP's Suvendu Adhikari, who beat West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee from Nandigram in the last assembly election, wants a rematch -- this time in Bhabanipur, her current constituency.

Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee today attacked the BJP and the Election Commission over the removal of top bureaucrats in West Bengal.

For decades, Banksy kept the world guessing. The Bristol-born graffiti artist, whose works have sold for millions, built an empire on anonymity. Now, a detailed investigation hints that the mystery might be over.

A haunting whale song discovered on decades-old audio equipment could open up a new understanding of how the huge animals communicate, according to researchers who say it's the oldest such recording known.

In the Rajya Sabha elections being held for five seats in Bihar, the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) is considered certain to win all five.

Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Monday defended the state government's proposed Maharashtra Freedom of Religion Bill, 2026, asserting that it is designed to curb fraudulent religious conversions.

He also adds that although the girl has travelled many times before, there are still times when she may become restless during the journey.

Muskmelon, or 'kharbuja', is a summer fruit that has 90% water. Here is how consuming it can help in aiding weight loss, and the side effects that you should know.

The Shivalik, an India-flagged LPG tanker belonging to the Shipping Corporation of India, docked in Gujarat's Mundra Port Monday after safely transiting the Strait of Hormuz.

The BJP on Monday released its first list of 47 candidates for the April 9 polls, fielding three former Union ministers.

Over 11.3 crore research articles were downloaded in India in 2025 under the One Nation One Subscription initiative, providing nationwide access to international scholarly journals.

A new study finds crops irrigated with treated wastewater can absorb trace pharmaceuticals such as antidepressants and epilepsy medicines. Researchers found these compounds mainly accumulate in plant leaves rather than edible parts.

The spike in downloads comes as households rush to secure cooking gas after supply concerns linked to the US-Israel war on Iran and tensions around the Strait of Hormuz, one of the world's most critical oil and gas shipping routes.

The NDA may soon have Vijay's TVK in its ranks, despite the actor's professed ideological antipathy for the BJP. Sources said despite the TVK's categorical denial, discussions have been in progress for the past few days.

The Iranian authorities have welcomed the female soccer player's change of heart as a victory against Australia and US President Donald Trump. The Iranians livin in Australia blame pressure from Tehran.

Petroleum minister Hardeep Singh Puri's daughter has filed a defamation case in the Delhi High Court to remove online content linking her to convicted sex offender and paedophile Jefferey Epstein.

Other than iron deficiency, fatigue and tiredness in teenage girls can be caused due to several factors, which can disrupt their daily lives, school performance, and overall well-being.

PSTET 2026 Answer Key: Candidates can raise objections against the answer key from March 17 to March 19, 2026, through the candidate login facility available on the official website.

A tricycle allegedly broke down minutes after being handed over to a person with disabilities in an incident that occurred during Union Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia's four-day visit to Guna in Madhya Pradesh.

During the demonstration, the two brothers set a new record for the fastest time a robot could solve a 4x4x4 puzzle cube.

For those looking to incorporate green tea into their diet for blood sugar management, it's generally recommended to consume it without added sugars or sweeteners to avoid counterproductive effects.

Bihar School Examination Board will announce the Class 12 results for 2026 soon, likely between March 16 and 25. Students can check results online using their roll number and code.

While not medically classified, couvade syndrome may result from psychological stress, empathy, and hormonal changes linked to the transition to parenthood.

The incident sparked a debate on social media, with many users joking that the robot had been arrested.