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India, Russia hold Foreign Office Consultations, discuss schedule of upcoming contacts

Both sides reviewed the full spectrum of Special and Privileged Strategic Partnership and shared perspectives on bilateral, regional and global issues of mutual interest, Ministry of External Affairs spokesperson Randhir Jaiswa says

30 Mar 2026 10:27 pm
Poomedai Ramaiah: a lone voice amid the electoral cacophony

A short story by writerJeyamohanseeks to capture the character ofPoomedaiRamaiah, an Independent candidate in many elections, who would move around the streets ofNagercoilon his bicycle, putting up posters that minced no words about local politics. He died in 1996

30 Mar 2026 10:19 pm
Centre eyes new regulation to cover social media users

Govt. may permit I&B Ministry to send takedown notices to individual users for their posts; It includes controversial clause in draft amendment to IT Rules 2021; Internet Freedom Foundation calls it massive expansion of unconstitutional censorship

30 Mar 2026 10:17 pm
Nifty 50 marks worst month in six years as it dips 11.4% in March

Nifty fell 2.14% to22,331.4 points on March 30, 2026, extending the six weeks of continuous declines. Sensex fell 2.22% to 71,947.5 points

30 Mar 2026 10:17 pm
On the implications of euthanasia in India

The Supreme Court reaffirmed the right to die with dignity under Article 21, allowing withdrawal of life support and emphasising patient autonomy; it shows a shift towards dignity and relief from suffering, while raising concerns about misuse and social inequality

30 Mar 2026 10:17 pm
Karnataka MLAs to get three free IPL tickets and two free tickets for international matches

MLAs cutting across partylines had demanded tickets for IPL matches being held in Bengaluru

30 Mar 2026 10:17 pm
Lok Sabha passes insolvency law amendments: What are the key changes?

The Lok Sabha has passed a key bill to amend Indias insolvency law, aimed at speeding up resolution processes and strengthening the overall framework.

30 Mar 2026 10:17 pm
Rangasamy, Puducherrys longest serving Chief Minister and ace strategist, in race for fifth term

He has held his ground in the National Democratic Alliance by blocking the precedent of creating a Deputy CM post for BJP and preserving his prerogative to determine Cabinet berths

30 Mar 2026 10:07 pm
Former civil servants oppose illegal deployment of Assam forest force on poll duty

Signatories say poll bodys norms do not allow deployment of forest staff for election work; these safeguards ensure that forest protection and wildlife management functions are not disrupted

30 Mar 2026 10:05 pm
IRDAI approves India AS framework for insurers from April 1

The implementation of India AS will be applicable to all categories of insurers life, general, stand alone health insurers and reinsurers

30 Mar 2026 10:02 pm
Bengalurus heat islands hit labourers, traffic personnel the hardest

Nearly 44% of the citys workforce is engaged in outdoor occupations, and for them, heat pockets translate into prolonged exposure with no scope for relief

30 Mar 2026 9:57 pm
TVK president Vijaydeclares nearly 625crorein assets and loans to family members

According to his election affidavit, the movable assets include 883 grams of gold, five cars, and a two-wheeler in his name and 3,132 grams of gold and 134.91karatsof diamond in the name of his spouse. He has 2lakhin cash, while his spouse has 1lakh

30 Mar 2026 9:57 pm
Press Club of India issues election reporting advisory to media

The PCI has advised print media to follow the Guidelines on Election Reporting and Norms of Journalistic Conduct-2022

30 Mar 2026 9:57 pm
Opposition seeks discussion on impact of West Asia crisis

Members point to how the war has affected LPG, crude supplies and fertilizer production;Rijijusaysgovt. was ready to work with Opposition, but noted that PM had made statement on the issue

30 Mar 2026 9:47 pm
Telangana Government steps in as LPG shortage disrupts auto services

Government initiates three-step response, seeking to stabilise fuel availability, ease pressure on drivers, and strengthen public transportation systems

30 Mar 2026 9:47 pm
Bike taxi rider arrested for alleged molestation of woman passenger

The police said the 25-year-old complainant, a resident of Indiranagar, had booked the ride around 8.10 p.m. on March 26

30 Mar 2026 9:47 pm
Peenya, Hennur among pockets emerging as heat islands; GBA plans cooling measures

Urban heat islands occur when dense construction, asphalt roads, andreducedgreenery trap heat during the day and release it at night, making these areas hotter than their surroundings

30 Mar 2026 9:47 pm
Container Road remains dark, after installing 1,100 lights

On its part, the NHAI responded on March 23, saying that the supervision consultant had accorded the highest priority to the matter and that discussions were under way with the KSEB and other authorities concerned

30 Mar 2026 9:47 pm
Spain denies U.S. permission to use its airspace for illegal war on Iran

The country has already barred U.S. from using jointly-operated military bases; Defence Minister calls the war profoundly illegal and unjust

30 Mar 2026 9:47 pm
Kerala Assembly polls 2026: Modi spotlight on Sobha as BJP goes all out in Palakkad

Early signs of her campaign suggest that, compared to her main rivals, she has carved out a strong image as a serious and formidable contender

30 Mar 2026 9:37 pm
Naidu alleges Jagan built palace, neglected housing for poor

Chief Minister says over 2.5 lakh houses launched Statewide while accusing Jagan of scrapping NTR Housing scheme, diverting Central funds and leaving 923 crore dues unpaid

30 Mar 2026 9:29 pm
A.P. govt. aims to construct 17 lakh houses for poor by 2029, says CM Naidu

More than 2.5 lakh houses built under APTIDCO and PMAY schemes have been handed over to the beneficiaries across the State

30 Mar 2026 9:27 pm
Naveen Patnaik slams Nishikant Dubey for outrageous remarks against Biju Patnaik

BJD stages protest in Rajya Sabha against comments linking Biju Patnaik to the CIA

30 Mar 2026 9:27 pm
Stalin,Vijayand other leaders file nominations asECIissues Assembly election notification

The DMK president and Tamil Nadu Chief Minister submits his papers to the Returning Officer for theKolathurconstituency. TVK president C. JosephVijay, who is making his debut in electoral politics, files his nomination forPerambur

30 Mar 2026 9:27 pm
Former Madurai AIADMK MLA joins DMK

AIADMK members say, after he was denied ticket to contest, he had quit the party; the AIADMK is an institution built by its cadres over the last several years, therefore one person quitting will in no way affect the organisation

30 Mar 2026 9:25 pm