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Heavy security at Vaishno Devi shrine for Navratri

Jammu Tawi, Mar 18 : An elaborate security net has been cast over the trek leading to the Mata Vaishno Devi shrine atop the Trikuta hills for the

Govt Declares Optional Holiday for Jummatul Vida

Accordingly, the notification has been issued and published in the Gazette of Telangana declaring the day as optional holiday.

Police seeks videos, photos, evidence from public on Farooq attack

Jammu Tawi, March 18: The Jammu and Kashmir Police have issued a public notice seeking information, video recordings, and photographs from people

Naidu Wants P4 to Be Turned Into a Peoples Movement

CM will present awards to mentors supporting P4 at state-wide celebrations planned to mark one year of the flagship programme

Election Commission Appoints Two IAS Officers as Central Observers from West Bengal

Kolkata, March 19: The Election Commission of India (ECI) has appointed two Indian Administrative Service (IAS) officers from the West Bengal cad

KPs to celebrate Navreh in Kashmir from next yr

Jammu Tawi, March 18 : Kashmiri Pandits have renewed their resolve to celebrate Navreh, the first day of the New Year according to the Kashmiri H

Bhatti: Telangana Power Grid Ready for 19,000 Mw Without Cuts

State handles peak loads without cuts, boosts infra for rising use

Vizag Allocates 580 of Its 720 RTC Buses for Stree/Divyang Schemes

The state BJP chief commended the NDA coalition government for introducing the new welfare scheme even though it has not been promised in the NDA

2018 Kathua rape-murder: P&H HC dismisses Accuseds plea seeking suspension of sentence

Chandigarh, Mar 18: The mastermind behind the 2018 rape and murder of an eight-year-old in Kathua does not deserve the concession of suspension o

Man held for stealing gold rings from Kukatpally jewellery stores using deception

Revanth slams Opposition for criticising Governors address

Chief Minister reiterates resolve to achieve Telangana Rising vision objectives

Higher reaches of J&K receive fresh snow

Srinagar, Mar 18: A few areas in the higher reaches of Jammu Kashmir received fresh snowfall, while rain lashed most parts of the Valley on Wedne

Rajasthan CM Bhajanlal Sharma Criticizes Congress Over Gas Shortage Issue

Jaipur, March 19: Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma has launched a sharp attack on the Congress party regarding the gas shortage issue. H

APSPDCL Paces Up PM Surya Ghar Scheme in Its Jurisdiction

Officials say the steady rise in applications reflects growing awareness and interest among consumers, including those in rural areas.

Weather Forecast and Prayer Timings for March 19, 2026

Maximum and minimum temperatures are likely to be around 34C and 21C respectively.

Deadlines set for treasury work in J&Ks Fin yr-end rush

Jammu Tawi, Mar 18: The Jammu and Kashmir Finance Department has tightened norms for treasury operations in the final week of March, issuing stri

Gujarat BJP Forms Core Panel to Accelerate Local Body Election Preparations

Gandhinagar, March 19: The Gujarat unit of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) announced the formation of a state-level core group, named the Prades

Gulmarg Lease Case: HC closes petitions as Parties Opt for Govt resolution

SRINAGAR, Mar 18: The High Court of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh has disposed of a batch of writ petitions in the high-profile case of Gulmarg hote

Congress, BJP Clash Over Telangana Funds

War of words erupts on Centres support, BC representation

AP Festival 2026 Logo Unveiled

The three-day festival will be held from April 17 at the Tummalapalli Kalakshetram auditorium.

'Will you put ICE officers at polling stations?': Sen Slotkin vs Mullin erupts over fair elections

Indian seafarers in distress amid West Asia ship attacks, MEA briefs Parliament panel

Attacks on merchant ships in West Asia are causing significant distress to Indian seafarers, with the external affairs ministry informing a parli

Odisha Hospital Fire: Four Officials Suspended Amid Calls for Ministers Resignation

Bhubaneswar, March 19: A tragic fire incident at SCB Medical College and Hospital in Cuttack on March 16 has led to the official confirmation of

Kanye Wests Betrayal List sparks controversy after naming family and celebrities

Kanye West sparked widespread controversy after sharing a now-deleted betrayal list on social media, naming individuals he believes have wronged

Nepals Political Landscape Transformed by Gen Z Influence

New Delhi, March 19: The rising influence of Gen Z in Nepal has sparked a historic shift in the nations political scene. Recent election results

Lokesh Announces Job Calendar Every Ugadi; Interacts With Differently-Abled Beneficiaries, Vows Jobs Push

The minister stressed that derogatory expressionsparticularly those belittling women must be eschewed.

India mulls exempting micro firms under 1 crore from statutory audits

The government is deliberating on a new proposal aimed at relieving small enterprises from the requirement of undergoing mandatory audits. This i

Modi speaks to Kuwait Crown Prince; says safe, free navigation through Strait of Hormuz top priority

In their telephonic conversation, the two leaders agree that sustained diplomatic engagement remains essential for regional peace and stability

Quote of the day by Stephen R. Covey, I am not a product of my circumstances. I am a product of.... What does the author of The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People really mean here?

Quote of the Day by Stephen R. Covey: More than 30 million copies of The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People have been sold worldwide. That alone

'Trump offering national security briefings for cash?': Shocking email leaves DNI Gabbard off guard

Iran Vows Revenge After Funeral for Fallen Heroes

Tehran, March 19: A large crowd gathered in Tehran on Wednesday to pay their respects at the funeral of the crew members of the frigate sunk by t

Gulmarg hotels withdraw HC pleas after J&K govt dispels eviction fears on lease expiry

Hoteliers in Gulmarg, facing eviction after lease expiry, have withdrawn their High Court petitions. The Jammu and Kashmir government assured the

Slain Iranian security chief Ali Larijani maintained cordial ties with India

Iran's security chief Ali Larijani, reportedly killed in an Israeli airstrike, had a cordial working relationship with India, with NSA Ajit Doval

Assam Congress weighs MPs flight to BJP

The fate of Pradyut Bordolois son, the Congress candidate from eastern Assams Margherita constituency, hangs in the balance

OSullivan and Trump Advance to Last 16 at World Snooker Open

Nanchang, March 18: Ronnie OSullivan, Judd Trump, and Zhao Xintong secured their spots in the last 16 of the World Snooker Open held in Yushan, J

Jerome Powell LIVE after Fed holds rates; Markets on edge as Trumps Iran war drives oil shock fears

Cyber-Slavery Trafficker Arrested in Vizag

Commissioner Dr Sankhabrata Bagchi warned the public against fraudulent overseas job offers and said strict action would be taken against offende

Victims compensation fund dues: HC warns of attaching treasury accounts

Bus Body Code issue: Rahul flags cost burden; Gadkari stresses safety

KKRs Head Coach Nair Inspires Team Ahead of IPL 2026 Season

Mumbai, March 18: Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) head coach Abhishek Nair delivered an inspiring message to his team before their first practice ses

Canal Breach Near Basapur Damages Crops, Roads; Farmers Stage Protest

The canal developed a breach around 10.30 pm. The gushing water entered adjoining farmlands, inundating vast stretches of agricultural land and c

Hyderabad: 3 Arrested for Illegal LPG Refilling

A case has been registered and further investigation into the incident is underway.

Waqf Board Inspects Idgahs for Id Prayers

Focus on sanitation, water and traffic for large prayer gatherings

Quote of the day by Agatha Christie: 'The happy people are failures because they are on...' - inspiring lessons on happiness, success, self-growth by the queen of crime and Murder on the Orient Express, And Then There Were None author

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Australian National Indian Film Festival Kicks Off with Boong Premiere, Anupam Kher Honored

Mumbai, March 18: Indian cinema enthusiasts in Australia have a reason to celebrate. The second edition of the National Indian Film Festival (NIF

Cabinet clears FCRA amendment bill: Govt to take control of assets of NGOs with cancelled licences

The Union Cabinet has approved a bill to amend the Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Act, 2010, to better safeguard national interest. The propos

Uttam Asks CWC Officials to Help TG on Floodplain Zoning

A.V. Ranganath, commissioner of the Hyderabad Disaster Response and Asset Protection Agency (HYDRAA), had presented on the functioning of HYDRAA

Tripura Achieves Zero Dropout Rate in Primary Schools, Says CM Manik Saha

Agartala, March 18: Tripuras Chief Minister Manik Saha announced on Wednesday that the state has achieved a zero dropout rate in primary schools

Nellore MP Appeals to Centre to Address Ration Dealers Issues

The MP said Joshi assured that the issues of ration dealers would be examined and steps taken towards resolving them.

Man Held For Stealing Gold Rings From Malls In Kukatpally

Police identified the accused as Merugu Sagar, a private company employee from Beeramguda in Sangareddy.

Quote of the Day (March 18, 2026): Heres looking at you, kid. Rick Blaine from Casablanca. A timeless quote on love, loss, and letting go in classic cinema

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Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha Participates in Jammu Aarti at Raghunath Temple, Emphasizes Cultural Awakening

Jammu, March 18: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha participated in the Shri Raghunath Ji Ki Jammu Aarti held at Raghunath Temple on Wednesday. He u

BSP Renews Demand for SC Status to Dalit Christians

They regretted that successive governments in Andhra Pradesh have lacked the political will to extend this status to the Dalits who practise Chri

'I can't ANSWER that': Mullin Drops BOMBSHELL, signals major shift in FEMA at confirmation hearing

CPI to organise Statewide protests on March 24

`World Flavours - One University food fest on March 22 in Vizag

22 India-bound ships on Hormuz evacuation list

Of these, 20 vessels have been assessed as critical to Indias energy security, carrying over 5 lakh tonnes of LNG and LPG and 16.76 lakh tonnes o

Search ops launched in 3 J&K districts; GOC IX Corps visits Kathua

Foresters Track Elusive Tiger to Recapture It in Kakinada Forest Area

As many as 11 teams with four core groups comprising forest officials from the Nagarjunasagar-Srisailam tiger reserve, the national tiger conserv

Lokesh Joins Iftar, Promises Support to Needy Family

Minister Lokesh said he makes it a point to visit Muslim households every Ramzan.

Who is Dolores Huerta, and who was Cesar Chavez? Civil rights leaders' family, net worth, career

Who is Dolores Huerta, and who was Cesar Chavez? The report explains their civil rights work, family background, farmworker movement, United Farm

Qatar Airways Facilitates Return of 2,600 Indians Amid Middle East Tensions

New Delhi, March 18: Amid ongoing tensions in the Middle East, Qatar Airways has significantly increased its flight operations to various cities

Gulmarg Land Lease Case Closed, Hoteliers To Opt For Government Settlement

The Jammu and Kashmir High Court has closed the Gulmarg land lease case after a mass withdrawal of petitions.

Special Feature on World Sparrow Day The Sparrow: Natures Tiny Messenger

By Ramesh Sarraf Dhamora World Sparrow Day is dedicated to the tiny house sparrow and other birds. This day is observed annually on March 20 to r

Hoax Bomb Threat Triggers Panic at Warangal Courts

After extensive checks, officials found no suspicious objects and declared the threat a hoax.

AP to Issue Disability Certificates to Five New Categories Soon

Satya Kumar Yadav said that for the newly added five disabilities, booking of slots will commence from March 25 and medical tests will be conduct

Where Have All the Sparrows Gone?

By Dr. Vinod Chandrashekhar Dixit The decline of sparrows is a stark reminder of the impact of human activities on the environment. Their dwindl

Velugumatla Demolition Victims Move High Court for Relief

Petition challenges eviction, claims legal allotment under Bhoodan scheme

Special Arrangements for Chaitra Navratri at Kalka Ji Temple

New Delhi, March 18: Chaitra Navratri begins on Thursday, March 19. Special arrangements have been made for devotees at the renowned Kalka Ji Tem

Review Indo-US trade relations, address LPG challenges amid West Asia crisis: Parl panel to govt

A Parliamentary Standing Committee has urged a review of Indo-US trade relations due to tariff impacts and a weakening rupee. It also highlighted

Lok Sabha guillotines Demands for Grants worth 53 lakh crore

Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan says Modi government committed to transform society, improving lives, and shaping the future of

Men in Blue a T20 behemoth

Indias brand of cricket at the 2026 World Cup was something to be proud of; the current flavour of the season will beSuryakumarandGambhir, but it

BRS could fade like Janata Party, says Revanth

It will be a resounding victory for Congress in 2029, says CM

Condolence meeting in memory of former DGP organised

Avanthi College celebrates Silver Jubliee

Revanth faults KCRs absence from Assembly, accuses BRS of arrogance

Karnataka Information Commission brings Apex Bank under RTI Act

As the State Co-op Apex Bank has now now declared as public authority, the information relating to its functioning including financial decisions,

Third VCIC InstituteIndustryInvestors conclave held in Vizag

Ishan Kishan to lead SRH in early part of IPL 2026

Sunrisers Hyderabad has named Ishan Kishan as interim captain for the start of IPL 2026. Abhishek Sharma will serve as his deputy. This decision

Realignments Portended For TN Polls

The resentment of the CPM over seat sharing might drive it towards the Tamilaga Vetri Kazhagam (TVK) of Vijay, which would change the political e

Pakistans Missile Program: A Growing Threat to the U.S., Warns U.S. Intelligence Report

Washington, March 18: The Director of National Intelligence, Tulsi Gabbard, warned on Wednesday that Pakistans advancing missile program could po

Bhumi Suposhan: Enriching Soil

(March 19-April 19 Campaign) Dr. Parveen Kumar* Soil is the most important and indispensible living natural resource. No form of life is possib

Green Ambassadors Honoured at Andhra LiFE Summit

Support for the event also came from various state departments, academic institutions and civil society organisations.

Chinese Zodiac Signs Forecast: Six signs set for financial gains and luck on March 19 all about the Water Dragon and Remove Day

Across these Chinese Zodiac Signs, a common theme emerges, letting go of inefficiencies to make room for growth. March 19, 2026, is not just abou

Strengthening Indias Path to Power Leadership: How India Is Energising a New Growth Story

Rajya Sabha bids farewell to 59 members; PM lauds contribution, says no full stop in politics

The Rajya Sabha said goodbye to 59 members. Prime Minister Narendra Modi encouraged them to keep serving the nation. He called Parliament an open

India looking to join one of two European consortia developing 6th-gen fighter jets: Par Panel report

India is set to join European efforts in developing sixth-generation fighter jets. The Defence Ministry is considering aligning with either a UK,

Teaser of Raja Shivaji to Premiere with Dhurdhar: The Revenge in Theaters

Mumbai, March 18: Jio Studios and Mumbai Film Company are set to launch the highly anticipated first look teaser of the period drama film Raja Sh

Dubai Real Estate Shows Resilience Amid Israel-Iran War

Several industries in the UAE are facing the impact of the ongoing conflict in the Middle East, especially the hospitality, tourism and trading s

Security Firms Told To Verify Recruits

Unverified guards pose risks; agencies warned of strict action