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Vijay Sethupathi confirms new film with Mani Ratnam

The upcoming film marks a reunion between Vijay and Mani Ratnam after their 2018 film Chekka Chivantha Vaanam

14 Mar 2026 2:27 pm
SIDAR experts warn of Connectivity Crisis for Vizags new Bhogapuram Airport; suggests three plans including Sea Route

Visakhapatnam is a coastal city. It is time we stop looking only at the roads. A sea-cruise transit hall at the outer harbour is a viable, high-speed alternative, stated the SIDAR research team.

14 Mar 2026 2:23 pm
Tadikonda MRO, three other Revenue officers suspended

Guntur district Collector Tameem Ansaria issued orders taking action against the MRO and other Revenue officers

14 Mar 2026 2:23 pm
Vijay Sethupathi interview: Cinema is not just about claps and whistles

Ahead of the release of his Tamil web-series Muthu Engira Kaattaan, actor Vijay Sethupathi speaks about how the project healed him, his upcoming slate including Pocket Novel and Mani Ratnams next, his thoughts on pan-Indian films and more

14 Mar 2026 2:14 pm
21-point system has worked well, any change in format should be carefully considered: Saina

The game's governing body (BWF) has proposed switching to a 3x15 scoring format from the current 3x21 system

14 Mar 2026 2:12 pm
Pakistan says thwarted Afghan Taliban 'drone attacks'

Security sources said airspace around the capital was temporarily closed as a precautionary measure when the drones were detected

14 Mar 2026 2:03 pm
Musi Riverfront in Hyderabad to house East-West Corridor in BOT model, and Gandhi Sarovar in 200 acres

The riverfront will be divided into five zones for development, with zone-1 up to Bapu Ghat being taken up in phase-I. Gandhi Sarovar-Puranapul will be Zone-2, Puranapul-MGBS, Zone-3, MGBS-Uppal/Nagole, Zone-4, and from there up to Gowrelly will be Zone-5

14 Mar 2026 1:52 pm
Around 20 injured, as van overturns in Alluri Sitharama Raju district

According to the police, around 20 workers from Jami in Vizianagaram district had been engaged in railway-related works in Ananthagiri mandal

14 Mar 2026 1:52 pm
Kerala Assembly elections: High command will decide on MPs contesting, says Satheesan

Opposition leader dismisses speculation over Sudhakarans Facebook post; declares more surprises are in store

14 Mar 2026 1:50 pm
Six arrested for two-wheeler thefts in Coimbatore

Police recovered seven stolen motorcycles from them

14 Mar 2026 1:25 pm
Ukrainian drones strike oil refinery, port in Russia's Krasnodar region

Authorities said in a separate statement a fire had broken out at the regions Afipsky oil refinery after a drone struck the facility

14 Mar 2026 1:24 pm
Iran, Israel and the pitfalls of the global nuclear regime

In todays world, marked by conflicts and weakening of international law, nuclear weapons look more attractive than ever as a means of deterrence

14 Mar 2026 1:23 pm
AAP government drowned Punjab in corruption, drugs and crime: Amit Shah

Punjab's Moga rally is being seen as the beginning of the BJP's poll campaign in Punjab, where assembly elections are due in early 2027

14 Mar 2026 1:22 pm
Lok Adalat resolves disputes in Andhra Pradeshs Guntur

An official said the initiative aims to ensure swift, accessible and affordable justice for common people through amicable settlements

14 Mar 2026 1:22 pm
Watch: Venezuela eyes economic revival as President calls on Trump to end sanctions

Venezuelan Acting President Delcy Rodrguez urged U.S. President Donald Trump to lift sanctions on Venezuela after meeting Colombian Foreign Minister Rosa Villavicencio in Caracas on March 13, in the first in-person talks between the neighbouring countries since former President Nicols Maduros ouster.

14 Mar 2026 1:12 pm
Lone elephant driven back into forest after 48-hour operation in Erode

During the operation, the elephant crossed three major roads, including the busy Sathyamangalam-Gobichettipalayam road

14 Mar 2026 1:12 pm
Review of Sandip Roys Chapal Rani, the Last Queen of Bengal

Roys biography traces the performances, complex identity, and subtle queerness of Chapal Bhaduri, the last female impersonator of Bengali jatra

14 Mar 2026 12:54 pm
Explosion damages Jewish school in Amsterdam

Concerns about possible attacks against Jewish communities around the world have risen following U.S. and Israeli attacks on Iran and a subsequent response from Tehran

14 Mar 2026 12:52 pm
LPG shortage sparks surge in firewood demand in Kerala

Hotels and eateries turn to alternative fuel as commercial cylinder supply dries up; sawmills and plywood units report rising inquiries amid price hike

14 Mar 2026 12:37 pm
Why margins and footnotes are intellectual commons

Breakthrough learning often hides in footnotes and margins. How can we train ourselves to value these overlooked learning spaces?

14 Mar 2026 12:32 pm
Scholarships: March 14, 2026

Information on financial aid for students

14 Mar 2026 12:32 pm
Karnataka High Court upholds KPTCL regulations entrusting departmental inquiries to Lokayukta

The single judge had held that conduct of both the investigation and the departmental inquiry by the officers of the Lokayukta amounts to inevitable bias against the employee and offends Article 14 of the Constitution of India

14 Mar 2026 12:23 pm
Mercedes-Benz CLA 250+: A new era of luxury electric sedans

The new Mercedes-Benz CLA 250+ is not just another EV. It is the first glimpse of Mercedes next-generation technology stackAI-powered software, stunning design and nearly 800km of range, it redefines what an entry luxury sedan can be.

14 Mar 2026 12:22 pm
Case against school after kids allegedly forced to stand in blazing sun in Yelahanka

The incident reportedly occurred at Chaitanya School in Attur Layout, where parents alleged that young children were forced to remain standing outside in the blazing sun as punishment

14 Mar 2026 12:22 pm
Centre revokes detention of climate activist Sonam Wangchuk under NSA

Government has decided to revoke the detention of Sonam Wangchuk with immediate effect by exercising the powers available under the National Security Act

14 Mar 2026 12:21 pm
Cocktail 2: Shahid Kapoor, Rashmika Mandanna and Kriti Sanon starrer gets release date

The Homi Adajania directorial is a spiritual sequel to the 2012 romantic-comedy starring Saif Ali Khan, Deepika Padukone and Diana Penty

14 Mar 2026 12:17 pm
Toussaint Douglass crosses the sea with Accessible Pigeon Material for the first time ever

Stand-up comedian Toussaint Douglass brings his act Accessible Pigeon Material to India this month

14 Mar 2026 12:12 pm
Nine-judge SC Bench to hear arguments on March 17 on definition of 'industry'

A seven-judge Constitution Bench headed by then CJI T.S. Thakur in 2017 said it was of the opinion that the appeals before it be placed before a Bench comprising nine judges keeping in view the serious and wide-ranging implications of the issue

14 Mar 2026 12:11 pm
Telangana Civil Supplies Minister to meet with LPG Distributors Association on March 14

People were urged to dial toll free number 1967 to report hoarding or lodge grievances pertaining to the supply

14 Mar 2026 12:02 pm
Development strategies work best with strong institutions

There should be parallel investments in institutional capacity, research, and governance as development strategies will fail without institutional strengthening

14 Mar 2026 11:53 am
Lt Gen (Retd) Syed Ata Hasnain sworn in as Bihar Governor

The ceremony was attended by Chief Minister Nitish Kumar, his cabinet colleagues and senior officers, among others

14 Mar 2026 11:52 am
Brazil revokes U.S. official Darren Beattie's visa in reciprocal measure

Brazilian President Lula's decision against Darren Beattie is tied to a move in August by U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio that revoked and restricted visas of some Brazilian officials

14 Mar 2026 11:42 am
Watch: I was ready to quit acting: actor Taranjit Kaur on Shabad

Known for her performances in Shabad and Rajat Kapoors Aankhon Dekhi, actor Taranjit Kaur speaks about the challenges of portraying a deeply traditional character in Shabad, including preparing for the shows explosive emotional monologue.

14 Mar 2026 11:42 am
Sri Lanka repatriates remains of 84 Iranian sailors killed in U.S. torpedo strike

They were sent on a chartered Turkish airliner, which departed on Friday (March 13, 2026), reporters present at the Mattala international airport in the southern district of Hambantota said

14 Mar 2026 11:42 am
India roots for benefits system at pandemic agreement talks

India has found common cause with a coalition of developing countries that says developing countries that share pathogen materials and genetic sequence data must receive fair, concrete, and legally enforceable benefits in return

14 Mar 2026 11:24 am
Several Maharashtra Cities Record Temperatures Above 40C; Rain and Thunderstorms Predicted from March 17

Regions including Vidarbha, Marathwada, Khandesh, and parts of Central Maharashtra are expected to be affected by rain, thunderstorms, and gusty winds between March 17 and 20

14 Mar 2026 11:23 am
U.S. is begging world, India, to buy Russian oil: Irans Foreign Minister Araghchi

In response to the rising oil prices, the Trump administration on Friday (March 13, 2026) announced temporary authorisation to other countries to purchase Russian oil currently stranded at sea.

14 Mar 2026 11:19 am
Udhayanidhi Stalin to inaugurate lounge for construction workers, village knowledge centre in Tirupattur

Spread over 350 sq.ft, the all-weather lounge is fitted with fans, benches, mobile phone charging units, and drinking water facilities

14 Mar 2026 11:06 am
Petrol, diesel, and domestic LPG supply in the State remains normal, says Haryana Civil Supplies Minister

Hundreds of thousands of cylinders were being distributed daily across the State through a network of over 5,000 distributors, says Minister

14 Mar 2026 10:55 am
MRTS train services begin on Velachery-St. Thomas Mount extended section

People who reside in Nanganallur, Puzhuthivakkam, Adambakkam, Madipakkam, and adjoining areas will benefit from this service

14 Mar 2026 10:43 am
Trump rejected Putin's offer to move Iran's uranium to Russia, Axios reports

Vladimir Putin made the proposal in a phone call with Donald Trump this week, and the Republican president turned it down

14 Mar 2026 10:42 am
Watch: U.N. Secretary-General announces $308 million flash appeal for Lebanon

United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres called on all parties to halt the war in West Asia during a visit to Beirut, announcing a $308 million flash appeal to help Lebanon cope with the escalating crisis.

14 Mar 2026 10:22 am
Debut in politics, Nishant Kumar remains busy with party activities

Junior Mr. Kumar who is likely to become one of the new Deputy Chief Ministers of the State is visiting Temples, Gurudwara, Mazar and various other locations to pay homage to eminent leaders to seek their blessings after joining the party

14 Mar 2026 10:10 am
Bhopal gas tragedy: Madhya Pradesh HC asks government to share clean-up plan

In an action taken report, the government told the court that a meeting chaired by Additional Chief Secretary Ashok Barnwal was held on March 3 to discuss a time-bound remediation of the Union Carbide India Ltd. (UCIL) factory

14 Mar 2026 9:52 am
Missile strikes a helipad inside U.S. Embassy compound in Baghdad: Iraqi security officials

The sprawling embassy complex, one of the largest U.S. diplomatic facilities in the world, has been repeatedly targeted by rockets and drones in the past by Iran-aligned militias

14 Mar 2026 9:52 am
Rahul Gandhi remembered Kanshi Ram ahead of birth anniversary, vows to fight for marginalised

Today we remember Kanshi Ram jis struggle, his vision, and his influence on Indian politics. I thank him wholeheartedly. We pledge to follow his path and fight for the issues of marginalised sections.If the Congress had functioned effectively at that time, Kanshi Ram would not have needed to wage a separate struggle, Rahul Gandhi

14 Mar 2026 9:43 am
Attack on Manipur woman: NHRC issues notice to Delhi Police

Police apprehended four minors for the attack, in which she suffered injuries to her face, and for hurling racial and sexual slurs at her

14 Mar 2026 9:29 am
The curious case of SCRs twin stations

From Lallaguda to Ammuguda, South Central Railway hosts rare twin stations sharing identical names yet serving different roles and routes. While some function purely as operational signalling points, others handle passengers, creating unique railway geography and occasional commuter confusion

14 Mar 2026 9:02 am