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PM Virtually Witnesses Surya Tilak Ceremony at Ayodhya Temple

The festival, marking the birth of Lord Ram, falls on the ninth day of Chaitra Navratri. The 'Surya Tilak' illuminated Ram Lalla's idol at the gr

Delhis LG Tarunjeet Singh Sandhu Celebrates Ram Navami with Temple Visit and Key Meetings

New Delhi, March 27: On the occasion of Ram Navami, Delhis Lieutenant Governor Tarunjeet Singh Sandhu visited the Ram Temple located in Model Tow

Savukku Shankar moves Madras HC to quash case over publicising document on PM visit in 2021

The case had been registered for tweeting a document containing details regarding Prime Minister Narendra Modis February 2021 visit to Chennai, d

PM Modi Witnesses Surya Tilak Ceremony on Ram Navami, Seeks Blessings from Lord Ram

New Delhi, March 27: Prime Minister Narendra Modi participated in the Surya Tilak ceremony at the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi temple in Ayodhya on the o

Trump's Iran war pushes India to rekindle old friendship with Russia

India and Russia are strengthening energy ties. Discussions are underway for Russia to resume direct liquefied natural gas sales to India for the

SC flags repeated breaches of law on disclosure of sexual assault survivors identity

Supreme Court warns of general indifference as case records reveal disclosure of sexual assault survivors identity, violating IPC Section 228A

Union Budget: Parliament approves Finance Bill 2026

Parliament has approved the Finance Bill 2026, with the Rajya Sabha returning it to the Lok Sabha by a voice vote. The Union Budget 2026-27 outli

6 best foods to pair with high protein foods for maximum absorption

Maximize your nutritional gains with the story of six essential food pairings for high-protein diets. From using Vitamin C to boost iron absorpti

'Vague claims not enough,' Supreme Court says on Kanpur dowry case

Criminal proceedings require concrete evidence. The Supreme Court has quashed a dowry harassment case against a Kanpur couple. The court noted th

J&K Govt Issues Guidelines For Timely Filing Of APRs On SPARROW Portal

JAMMU, Mar 27: The Jammu and Kashmir Government has issued fresh guidelines for recording Annual Performance Appraisal Reports (APRs) of gazetted

Congress gets rebel off its way in Davanagere South after getting SDPI to back down in Manjeshwar

Congress secured crucial withdrawals in Davanagere South and Kerala. Rebel candidate Sadique Pailwan stepped aside for the official candidate in

$10,000 to build a tiny home? US city offers cash designs already ready

Orlando is offering homeowners up to $10,000 in rebates to build tiny homes, known as ADUs, and rent them as workforce housing. The program, runn

Coal India to Invest 3,300 Crore in Eight New Coking Coal Washery Plants

New Delhi, March 27: Coal India announced on Friday that it will invest approximately 3,300 crore to establish eight new coking coal washeries. T

LG Hails PMs Historic Decision To Insulate Households From Supply Disruptions

Jammu, Mar 27: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Friday hailed the Prime Minister Narendra Modi for his historic decision to insulate households

Evening news wrap: Govt cuts fuel duty, Rajnath to lead Middle East crisis group & more

'Phansi-ghar' row: Delhi Assembly issues warning to Kejriwal

The motion was seconded by ruling party MLA Raj Kumar Bhatia, and the House ultimately passed it via a voice vote. The 'Phansi-ghar' was inaugura

TN elections will be a close battle: Chidambaram

The upcoming Tamil Nadu Assembly election will be a close contest between two strong fronts and not a one-sided battle like the 2024 parliamentar

Develop indigenous Web browser, grab cash prizes

The government has announced a pool of 3.4 crore in prizes for developers who create an indigenous browser which trusts the Controller of Certify

India Signs Rs 858 Crore Deals For Air Defence Missiles, Navy Aircraft Maintenance

A separate contract worth Rs 413 was sealed with Boeing India Defence Private Ltd for maintenance of Indian Navy's P8I Long-Range Maritime Reconn

Sadhvi Niranjan Jyoti Appointed as NCBC Chairperson, Kiran Mahale Joins as Member

New Delhi, March 27: Former Union Minister and BJP leader Sadhvi Niranjan Jyoti has officially taken over as the Chairperson of the National Comm

Need for new-age Management courses

Management programmes must be reworked to provide students with a competitive advantage to succeed in a dynamic market

Astroguide for Saturday, March 28, 2026

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How the toaster evolved

Did you know that bread and toasting go back to ancient times? Read on ...

Markets Fall Over 2% on Geopolitical Tensions, Rising Crude

Crude oil prices staying above the USD 100 per barrel mark, the rupee's fall to record lows, and unabated foreign fund outflows also added to the

Hridayamrit Foundation Completes One Year: Indias Largest Youth-Led Cardiovascular Health Literacy and Prevention Organization Announces National Mission

India's carbon emissions in 2025 grew at slowest rate in two decades: CREA analysis

The fall in power-sector emissions is particularly notable, given it was the largest driver of emissions increases in 2021-2023, responsible for

How freshmen and transfer students can navigate life on college campus

Freshmen and transfer students face various challenges but, with these tips, campus life can be a once-in-a-lifetime experience

Bengal Politics Turns Salty As Fish Takes Centrestage In Trinamool-BJP Fight

The BJP is trying to counter the Trinamool Congress' narrative that the saffron party would impose dietary restrictions if it came to power.

History of the high heels

How did high heels come into use?

Relive the 90s: A guide to Hyderabads retro-themed food spots

Remember when life was simpler? Before the era of streaming apps and aesthetic coffee culture, there was the 90s, the decade of tangled cassette

T.N. election 2026: Why poll manifestos are not merely ritual documents

In the 2006 Assembly election, the DMKs manifesto became the talking point; then Union Finance Minister P. Chidambaram had termed the document th

Methamphetamine tablets worth nearly 173 crore seized along India-Myanmar border in Mizoram

Methamphetamine is a highly addictive psychostimulant drug which exhibits powerful euphoric effects similar to those of cocaine, leading to life-

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India saw 24700 maternal deaths per one lakh livebirths in 2023: Global analysis

New Delhi: India was among the countries in South Asia and others in sub-Saharan Africa with the highest number of maternal deaths in 2023 of 24,

How to learn to trust your body

Body trust involves learning to identify and accept the signals that our body sends so that we can lead richer and fuller lives

Insanity: US Senator Blames Trump As Iran Imposes $2 Billion Fee In Hormuz

Here's the problem. The strait was open before the war began, we are now seeking to solve a problem that we created. This is insanity! he said.

What is Tunguska air defence system India just bought from Russia

India has approved the purchase of the 2K22 Tunguska air defence missile system. This Soviet-origin system combines missiles and guns for robust

A guide on studying medicine in foreign countries

Want to study medicine abroad? Heres a quick guide on what you need to know about programmes in different countries

New Quality Productive Forces: The Engine of Chinas Quality Development

Beijing, March 27: In recent years, the concept of new quality productive forces has gained significant traction in China. It appears not only in

Ex-Telangana CM KCR's daughter Kavitha to launch political party on Apr 25

K Kavitha will launch a new political party on April 25. The party will focus on Telangana-centric issues. Kavitha stated that a new political fo

Quote of the day by Julia Roberts: 'I believe that two people are connected at the heart, and it doesn't matter what you...' - lessons on understanding true love, relationships and destiny by Oscar-winning actress of Erin Brockovich and Steel Magnolias

Quote of the day by Julia Roberts: Hollywood star Julia Roberts shares a profound thought on love. She believes true connections are destined, un

J&K Aims To Triple Installed Hydropower Capacity To Around 11,000 Mw By 2035: Omar Abdullah

JAMMU, Mar 27: The Jammu and Kashmir government on Friday said the Union Territory possesses an estimated hydropower potential of about 18,000 MW

E-rickshaw driver held for rape, murder of minor near Kolkata

According to police the toto driver after dropping other passengers took the girl to a desolate spot and sexually assaulted her and strangulated

World Bank and ADB delegates attend CRDAs orientation programme in Amaravati

They discuss the environmental and social safeguards, health and safety of workers, and other aspects related to capital city construction

Chiranjeevi Donates The NTR Award Amount Of 10 Lakhs To Charity

Chiranjeevi contributed to the Serve Foundation to support their daily needs.

Delhi HC asks Centre to reconsider 50 lakh cap for rare disease treatment

Justice Prathiba M. Singh, who is hearing a bunch of petitions by rare disease patients and their parents to provide continuous and uninterrupted

After OBC scholars, now SC scholars flag delay in grants disbursal under national fellowship scheme

All India Research Scholars Association writes to Social Justice Secretary for timely disbursal of fellowship grants

Congress Criticizes Proposed Electricity Rate Hike in Madhya Pradesh, Warns of Protest

Bhopal, March 27: The Madhya Pradesh Congress has launched a strong attack against the ruling BJP government, demanding an immediate withdrawal o

Building the dream capital

Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu has set the ball rolling, but he has to develop Amaravati in just three years

Fire breaks out at Navnit Motors showroom in Mumbai; no casualty

A fire broke out at BMW car dealer office in Mumbais Kalina area and no casualties were reported; cause of fire unknown

Bihar government halts land survey for 3 months

The States Land Reforms Minister said the survey will not be suspended as 52,000 acres of government land is under illegal possession of the land

Punjab AAP MLA withdraws plea in SC challenging arrest in money laundering case

The CBI conducted raids on premises linked to Jaswant Singh Gajjan Majra in connection with an alleged 40 crore bank fraud

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Twelve killed in twin Bangladesh jailbreaks

The inmates used iron tools and rebar rods to attack guards and broke through the jails main gate, forcing army soldiers and jail guards to open

Govt to Review Diesel, ATF, Windfall Tax Every Fortnight: CBIC Chief

The revenue gain from SAED is estimated at Rs 1,500 crore in the first fortnight, he added.

AIADMK announces second list of party candidates for April 23 Tamil Nadu Assembly polls

As the political landscape heats up in Tamil Nadu, the AIADMK has unveiled its second wave of candidates for the impending Assembly elections. Pa

BIT Hosts Singapore Event on Trust and Institutional Digital Finance

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IPL 2026: Five wicketkeepers to watch out for this season

IPL 2026 teams are focusing on wicketkeepers as key tactical players. MS Dhoni remains vital for CSK. Rishabh Pant anchors LSG's middle order. Qu

Government sanctions 31,000 crore to fence Myanmar border

Home Minister Amit Shah says fencing work has been completed on 30 km of the border, which, he termed the root cause of the ethnic violence in Ma

PV Sindhu Pays Tribute to Carolina Marin Ahead of Her Retirement

New Delhi, March 27: In the world of sports, players are often fierce competitors on the field, yet off the court, they share friendships and mut

7 light dinner ideas that are easy to digest

Optimizing your evening meal is key to digestive health and deep sleep. This story explores seven light Indian dinner optionsfrom the classic Moo

Bhu Bharati Portal to be launched in 5 mandals from April 2: Revenue Minister

Hyderabad: Telangana Revenue, Housing, and Information and Public Relations Minister Ponguleti Srinivas Reddy on Thursday, March 26, announced th

Mortgage rate today: Are current refinance rates March 2026 worth locking in now as average 30-year fixed refi rate sits at 6.60%?

Mortgage rate today: Current mortgage refinance rates for March 2026 are shaping homeowner decisions nationwide. The average 30-year fixed refi r

Hyderabad Police Issues Advisory on OTP, APK Files, Digital Arrest Scams

The police said the cyber frauds were carried out in multiple stages

Royal Challengers Bengaluru: The rise, the heartbreaks and the breakthrough IPL title

Royal Challengers Bengaluru IPL records: RCB achieved their maiden IPL title last season. This victory ended years of near misses for the popular

BJP Youth Wing Holds Rally In Jammu Demanding National Law School

Jammu, Mar 27: Members of the Bharatiya Janata Yuva Morcha (BJYM), joined by several BJP MLAs, took out a rally in Jammu demanding a National Law

Indias forex kitty drops by $11.41 billion to $698.346 billion

India's foreign exchange reserves saw a significant drop of over USD 11 billion. This decline occurred in the week ending March 20. The main reas

Global steel production goes south by 2.2% in Feb 2026

Chinese output declined 3.6% but Indias increased 7.7%

Prime Minister Modi Wishes Himachal CM Sukhu a Happy Birthday

New Delhi, March 27: Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended heartfelt birthday wishes to Sukhu, the Chief Minister of Himachal Pradesh, wishing hi

MetaComp unveils Web2.5 VisionX Engine and AgentX, Advancing the StableX Network as the Compliance Layer for Agentic Payment and Wealth (1)

DAC clears proposals worth Rs 2.38 lakh crore, including S-400 missile systems, Su-30 Aero engine overhaul

The Defence Acquisition Council, led by Rajnath Singh, cleared proposals worth Rs 2.38 lakh crore, covering missile systems, aircraft, and naval

UK joins global push to rein in children's screen use with national guidance

Britains recent guidance on tablets, TVs, laptops, and smartphones represents the governments strongest intervention on early-years digital habit

Antler India launches 3rd cohort of US market entry programme for startups

For the first time, the programme is also open to startups that do not belong to the VC firm's portfolio.

PowerPlay 2026: Binance Invites India to Celebrate the Cricket Season with $1,000,000 in USDT Rewards

Sangita Reddy of Apollo Hospitals is now president of NATHEALTH

Dr. Reddy succeeds Ameera Shah, promoter and executive chairperson, Metropolis Healthcare Ltd.

Stock markets dive over 2% amid geopolitical uncertainties, rising crude prices

Crude oil prices staying above the $100 per barrel mark, the rupee's free fall and unabated foreign fund outflows also added to the gloom

Flight Operations At Srinagar Airport To Be Restricted Between April-July For Runway Works

Srinagar, Mar 27: Flight operations at Srinagar International Airport will be restricted between April and July for carrying out runway works, Ai

Akhilesh Yadav Criticizes Government Over Fuel Crisis: Cameras Dont Lie

Lucknow, March 27: Samajwadi Party President Akhilesh Yadav has asserted that long queues are forming outside petrol pumps and gas agencies. Came

Lakhs gather in Ayodhya for Ram Navami; 'Surya Tilak' of Ram Lalla's idol performed

Ayodhya witnessed a spectacular Surya Tilak ceremony on Ram Navami. Sun rays precisely illuminated Ram Lalla's idol at the Ram Janmabhoomi Temple

Adani Ports Launches Indias First Port of Refuge to Enhance Maritime Safety

Ahmedabad, March 27: Adani Ports and Special Economic Zone Limited (APSEZ) announced on Friday the launch of Indias first Port of Refuge (POR). T

Centre reduced excise duty on petrol, diesel keeping polls in mind, alleges D K Shivakumar

Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister D K Shivakumar has stated the central government's decision to reduce excise duty on petrol and diesel is motivat

AIMIM expands eastern strategy, backs AIUDF in Assam after Bengal move

Outlining his campaign plans, Owaisi stated that he will visit Guwahati on April 2 and 3, where he is scheduled to address several public meeting

Snow Avalanche Buries Vehicles At Zojila, Rescue Operations Underway

Zojila, Mar 27: A snow avalanche struck near Zero Point at Zojila Pass on Friday, trapping several passenger vehicles under snow and blocking the

PM Modi congratulates Balendra Shah on taking oath as Nepal Prime Minister

Government to review windfall tax on diesel and ATF every fortnight: CBIC chief

Excise duty on petrol and diesel cut by 10 per litre to shield consumers amid West Asia oil crisis

Manhunt on for man accused of attempt to defame and extort Indian Union Muslim League Kerala president Thangal

Fake social media post circulated about a week ago to defame Syed Sadikali Shihab Thangal was part of a larger plan, say police

Ramraj Cotton puts a spin on Bhavanis jamakkalams with chic carpets and tote bags

Working with weavers from Bhavani, Ramraj Cotton has introduced a line of jamakkalams and tote bags, and has launched two books spotlighting the

Herbalife to Expand Its Personalized Nutritional Supplement Capabilities Through Planned Acquisition of Bioniq

LPG crunch brings GI-tagged Thaikkal craft to a halt, hits livelihoods across villages

Mohammad Ismail, an artisan says, you cannot bend bamboo by hand. It has to be heated. One cylinder is enough to make about 25 medium-sized swing