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Gulf war anxiety hits Kerala homes, clouds election mood

Keralites with loved ones in West Asia are deeply worried about the current turmoil. Fears about their family's safety and job stability for expa

Kerala Film Director Ranjith Arrested in Sexual Harassment Case

Kochi, April 1: Film director Ranjith was arrested on Tuesday following a sexual harassment complaint filed by a young actress. The police have h

Summer House stars Amanda Batula and West Wilson break their silence on dating rumors with joint statement

Summer House: Speculations involving Amanda Batula and West Wilson have been clarified after the Summer House stars shared a joint statement. The

Indias Ghatak reboot: Rs 39,000 crore stealth drone project gets green light

India's Air Force is set to acquire unmanned stealth fighters. This initiative will create a Rs 39,000 crore opportunity for domestic industries.

April Full Moon 2026: Pink Moon to dazzle on April 1 Best view and peak visibility time

The April full moon, popularly known as the Pink Moon, will illuminate the night sky on April 1, 2026. Heres everything you need to know about th

Egmore railway station to have a massive concourse after redevelopment work

64 Private Member Bills listed for today

All eyes on Govts stance on bill seeking renewal of leases Jammu Tawi, Mar 31:As many as 64 Private Member Bills are listed in the business of th

Filmmaker Ranjith held in sexual abuse case

Clinic Exposed for Selling Infants After Delivery in Pakistan

Islamabad, March 31: A recent raid in Sheikhman, near Kasur district in Punjab, Pakistan, uncovered a clinic allegedly involved in delivering vul

3442 raids, 2443 complaints, fuel stocks adequate in J&K: Minister

Says, 252 seizures, FIRs lodged; no shortage, no panic buying reported Jammu Tawi, Mar 31:The Jammu and Kashmir Government on Tuesday said petrol

Congress Alleges Massive Irregularities in Odishas Rice Procurement System

Bhubaneswar, March 31: The Congress party has claimed a significant scandal in the rice procurement system in Odisha. On Tuesday, they accused th

AIADMK stronghold Avinashi (R) to witness new political equations

Voters in Coimbatore South prioritise cleanliness and safety

Snowfall, rain disrupt life across J&K

Highways hit by landslides, key roads shut and temperatures fall Jammu Tawi, Mar 31:Higher reaches of Kashmir received fresh snowfall while plain

Trump Issues Stark Warning to Allies Over Iran Support

Washington, March 31: U.S. President Donald Trump launched a sharp attack on key Western allies, France and the United Kingdom, on Tuesday. He ac

These drum-beaters are a vital part of election campaigns

IPL 2026: Connolly shines on debut to power PBKS to three-wicket win over GT

Mullanpur: oung southpaw Cooper Connolly marked his IPL debut with a decisive 44-ball 72 after Yuzvendra Chahals artistry with the ball to power

Flydubai Flight Makes Emergency Landing in Lucknow, Passengers Safe

Lucknow, March 31: A Flydubai flight en route from Dubai to Kathmandu made an emergency landing at Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport i

Cold storage facility for marigold, market price for land given for airport expansion prominentdemands in Omalur constituency

CPI manifesto promises to fight commercialisation of drinking water, agriculture and irrigation

The CPI said it would ensure the development of micro, small and medium industries and prevent the commercialisation of drinking water, agricultu

World Bank-funded health scheme in Kerala might need more scrutiny

The 3,464-crore World Bank- assisted Kerala Health System Improvement Programme commits the State to a 25-year-loan with a five-year grace period

Four Injured in Southern Dubai Missile Debris Incident, Including Two Indians

Abu Dhabi, March 31: Four individuals were injured, including two Indian nationals, when debris from a successfully intercepted missile fell on r

NCP Merger Talks Shift Following Ajit Pawars Passing, Says Sunil Tatkare

Mumbai, March 31: Sunil Tatkare, President of the Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) and MP, addressed ongoing rumors regarding a potential merger

French band reinterprets retro melodies from rock, pop and disco genres

Trinamool Congress looks to shed Barak Valley tag as it builds on recent gains in Assam

Party puts up candidates in 22 constituencies across the north-eastern State under the leadership of Sushmita Dev, who says the Trinamool Congres

Supreme Court to Hear Petition Against MP High Court Judges Visit to Controversial Bhojshala Site

New Delhi, March 31: The Supreme Court will hear a petition filed by the Muslim side on Wednesday. This petition challenges the Madhya Pradesh Hi

Is construction around KBR Park violating SC rules? Telangana HC to find out

Hyderabad: The Telangana High Court has on Tuesday, March 31, sought responses from the state government and the Centre on the ongoing constructi

Russian oil tanker docks in Cuba after US blockade relief

The Russian tanker Anatoly Kolodkin delivered 730,000 barrels of crude to Cubas Matanzas port after Washington allowed the shipment, providing te

Keep Check On Private Schools

It is praiseworthy that the Minister for Education, Social Welfare, Health and Medical Education, Sakeena Itoo has taken the cognizance over the

Kolkata Businessman Pawan Ruiya Arrested in 600 Crore Cyber Fraud Case

Kolkata, March 31: The Cyber Crime Division of West Bengal Police has arrested Kolkata businessman Pawan Kumar Ruiya in connection with a 600 cro

Players have to learn to balance life and cricket, says Palani Amarnath

Uttar Pradesh Minister Claims BJP Will Form Government in Bengal

Lucknow, March 31: As the race for the West Bengal Assembly elections heats up, Samajwadi Party President Akhilesh Yadav has openly supported Chi

Novo Nordisk Cuts Prices of Ozempic and Wegovy in India

Prices of the generic versions of semaglutide injection are considerably lower than prices of the innovator, Novo Nordisk.

India Triumphs Over Hong Kong 2-1 in AFC Asian Cup Qualifiers

Kochi, March 31: India secured a thrilling 2-1 victory against Hong Kong, concluding their AFC Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2027 qualifiers in Group C

Warangal's Vemula Satyamurthy elected as Vice-President of Builders Association of India

The Builders Association of India is the apex body representing civil engineering contractors and builders across the nation.

TDP NRI wing celebrates partys 44th Formation Day

Four Stadium Projects Stopped Incomplete, Says CAG

Works sanctioned between 2015 and 2019 under a plan to develop sports infrastructure remained incomplete across multiple districts, defeating the

BJP Slams Cong for Truncated Budget Session

Shankar said ministers refused to engage, blaming only the previous BRS regime.

Praja Darbar: Lokesh Promises Swift Redressal Of Grievances

People from various districts presented their grievances relating to medical assistance, basic infrastructure and land issues: Reports

Uttam Seeks More Gas Supplies for Auto-LPG

He said around one lakh auto-rickshaws in the state depend on LPG.

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Tigresses With Cubs To Share Space With People For Saleshwaram Jatara

The three-day festival, traditionally celebrated by the local indigenous Chenchu tribals, will see prayers offered at the Lingamayya temple in Sa

Six arrested for murder of habitual offender in Gauribidanur; wife among accused

IAS officer Tukaram Mundhe transferred for 24th time in 21 years of service

Mumbai: Senior Indian Administrative Service (IAS) officer Tukaram Mundhe was transferred by the Maharashtra government on Tuesday, his 24th post

Punjab Chief Minister Mann Announces 75 Crore Development Package for Nangal

Chandigarh, March 31: Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann unveiled a 75 crore development package on Tuesday. This initiative includes 23 c

On global tensions and Indias economy

In an economy that imports more than four-fifths of its crude oil, external shocks transmitted through energy prices, shipping route, and volatil

Unseasonal Rains Flatten Crops Across Karimnagar Region, Thousands of acres hit

Standing crops, particularly paddy, maize and mango, were severely affected across Jagtial and Peddapalli districts at a crucial harvest stage: R

Amidst Fuel Crisis, India Added More Than 3.1 lakh New PNG Connections In March

Govt Issued 2.7 lakh New PNG Connections

Harish Slams Patil on Kaleshwaram, Says Govt Ran Away From Debates in Assembly

Harish Rao said he wrote 20 letters to Uttam Kumar Reddy requesting the release of Rs.50 crore, which could bring two lakh additional acres under

Government Hikes APM Gas Price for ONGC, Oil to $7 per mmBtu

Hike in regulated gas for ONGC, Oil India Limited may raise costs

Exciting Job Opportunity at GAIL: Apply for Factory Medical Officer Positions by April 7

Lucknow, March 31: The Gas Authority of India Limited (GAIL) has announced a fantastic job opportunity for those looking to work in the gas secto

Rising Gold Prices Lead to Significant Rise in Gold Loans

While credit supply eased following festive demand and GST-related momentum, the moderation reflects seasonal trends rather than a structural slo

Tank Bund Shiva receives Rs 5 lakh, 2BHK house from Telangana govt

Hyderabad: Tank Bund Shiva, known for saving hundreds of people who fell into the Hussain Sagar, received financial assistance of Rs 5 lakh from

Udhayakumar criticises DMK for copying AIADMKs election manifesto

Meat Sale Banned in Nandigama Till April 8 Over Health Concerns

Authorities have advised residents to consume only boiled and cooled water.

France 'surprised' by Trump criticism over military overflights

France expresses surprise at Donald Trump's criticism regarding US military overflights. The French presidency confirms its stance has not change

Sahaya app glitches, garbage woes highlighted at RWA meet in South Corporation

Bengaluru South City Corporation Commissioner K.N. Ramesh says 2.25 crore has been allocated for each ward in the upcoming budget, with an additi

Odisha Assembly Clears Appropriation Bill

Out of the total outlay, Rs 1.80 lakh crore has been earmarked for Programme Expenditure, which is about 58 per cent of the total budget estimate

Gram Sabhas in Telangana from April 2

He said the programme should begin with the Chief Ministers message, followed by a detailed reading of welfare schemes being implemented by the g

SEBI fines EliteCon51.2 crore on alleged insider trading

The interim order was passed against noticees Vipin Sharma and Pawan Kumar Ray

Middle East Crisis Deepens: Central Israeli neighbourhood destroyed as Iran fires missile salvos

Karnataka BJP Accuses Congress of Betraying Minorities in Davanagere By-Election

Davanagere, March 31: The Karnataka Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) released its manifesto for the Davanagere South by-election on Tuesday. Followin

Milk Tanker Wagon Derails Near Kommalapudi, Rail Traffic Hit

A goods train carrying milk tankers from Vijayawada to Tirumala went off track near the 152/11B kilometre point: Officials

Accounts officer ends life over non-issuing of no-objection of certificate for his retirement

He died on his last day of service on Wednesday

Humerus: On Indias foreign policy

U.S.-Israel targeted major pharmaceutical company: Iran govt

During the U.S. and Zionist regime attacks on civilian centres, on the morning of Tuesday, one of the largest companies producing anti-cancer, an

Dutch national held for sending bizarre ritual package to Bengaluru airport

Telangana govt invites publics suggestions on Musi rejuvenation

Hyderabad: The Telangana government has invited suggestions from the public for the Musi rejuvenation project from March 31 to April 15 through t

Rising memory costs pushes smartphone sales down by 9% in 2026

Average price of a smartphone has been gone up by 1,500, which is expected to grow further

Women Bus Travellers Saved Rs.10,000 Cr in 2.5 Years, Say Ministers

The ministers said the government would continue funding the scheme while addressing RTC dues, adding that expansion of services and fleet augmen

Ritesh Deshmukhs Raja Shivaji First Look Teaser Released, Actor Shines in Powerful Role

Mumbai, March 31: The highly anticipated film Raja Shivaji has unveiled its first look teaser. After being showcased in theaters alongside Dhuran

Quote of the day by Jessica Alba: Being perfect is being flawed, accepting it and never letting it make you feel less than your best.

Being perfect is being flawed, accepting it and never letting it make you feel less than your best. This quote by Jessica Alba redefines perfecti

Gained trust, then strangled women for gold: How Hyderabad man paid for debt

Hyderabad: A 29-year-old cab driver was arrested by the Film Nagar Police on Tuesday, March 31, for allegedly killing two elderly women and steal

Uproar In Odisha Assembly Over Nishikant Dubeys Remarks On Biju Patnaik

The protests intensified as members of the Communist Party of India (Marxist) staged a demonstration near the Speakers podium, while Opposition M

West Bengal polls: BJP releases fourth list of 13 candidates, replaces one nominee

The Bharatiya Janata Party has announced its fourth list of candidates for the upcoming elections. Thirteen names have been released, with six co

CM Revanth Reddy, Ministers to Campaign for Congress in Kerala, Assam

Revanth Reddy had earlier campaigned in Kerala during the 2024 Lok Sabha election, including for Congress leader Rahul Gandhi in Wayanad.

BJP Urges Ashok Gehlot to Embrace Change and Step Back from Politics

Jaipur, March 31: In a sharp response to former Chief Minister Ashok Gehlots recent comments, Rajasthan BJP President Madan Rathore stated on Tue

Arnold Schwarzenegger receives Honorary Doctorate from Ulster University

Global screen icon, former Governor of California, Emmy-winningproducerand seven-timeMrOlympiarecognisedfor his contributionstopublic service,env

DMKs five year debt crosses 73-yr-record, says EPS at Paramakudi

Deakin University advances global agenda for affordable health through RAAH Roundtable

When is April Fools day why we celebrate, origins, myths, and perfect prank timing

April Fools' Day is a global tradition of pranks and hoaxes. Its origins are debated, with links to 15th-century France and ancient Roman festiva

Mexxiss Technologies Postpones Dubai Launch of Global Digital Platforms Amid Rising Geopolitical Uncertainty

UQPAY Launches Enterprise-Grade Card Issuing Capabilities for AI Agents

Senior Citizen Health Insurance With OPD Benefits Is It Worth the Cost?

Agencies expose Maoist-run extortion and money laundering rackets

The NIA has an anti-Naxal vertical investigating over 100 cases and has filed chargesheets in almost 90 cases; the agency has seized assets worth

UK faces jet fuel crunch as Strait of Hormuz disruption threatens flights and raises travel costs

Jet fuel supply to the UK is under pressure as Middle East shipments slow. Airlines may face higher costs and possible shortages if disruption co

Cement Prices Likely to Increase from Wednesday

Several companies and distributors said that a sharp rise in production costs are the primary reason for rise in cement prices.

Who is Bryon Noem, former Secretary of Homeland Security Kristi Noem husband, and why is he being accused of leading a secret double life? Bryon Noem alleged crossdressing behavior explained

Who is Bryon Noem, former Secretary of Homeland Security Kristi Noem husband, and why is he being accused of leading a secret double life? A medi

HYDRAA removes encroachments from Nagireddy Kunta in Gandipet

Hyderabad: Hyderabad Disaster Response and Asset Protection Agency (HYDRAA) on Tuesday, March 31, carried out operations in three areas of the ci

Palakkad: BJP fights like theres no tomorrow in this Kerala seat Congress held sway over for long

Prime Minister Narendra Modi campaigned in Palakkad, Kerala. He focused on sexual assault allegations against local Congress leaders. The BJP see