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Majority consensus reached on Irans next supreme leader

Clerical body says majority consensus has more or less reached but procedural hurdles remain

8 Mar 2026 1:28 pm
12 years on, renewed hunt for missing Flight MH370 comes up empty

Families urge Malaysia to continue search as latest deep-sea mission finds no wreckage

8 Mar 2026 1:20 pm
India, China should view each other as partners, not rivals: Foreign Minister Wang Yi

Both countries should stick to the direction set by Prime Minister Narendra Modi and President Xi Jinping to improve relations without interference, Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi said

8 Mar 2026 12:29 pm
West Asia crisis, crude prices key factors for stock market movement this week: Analysts

Besides, global market trends and trading activity of foreign investors would also drive investors' sentiment

8 Mar 2026 12:20 pm
AC prices to rise 5-15% as expensive copper, weak rupee and new energy norms push costs

Industry executives said while adjustments are unavoidable, they expect strong sales momentum this year, aided by forecasts of a hotter summer and improved energy savings from new star-rated models

8 Mar 2026 11:32 am
Sufficient fertilisers now, but problems may arise if West Asia conflict prolongs: Official

...if the situation continues for the next six months, problems may arise. It could cause problems in the next crop season, said a top official of Fertilisers and Chemicals Travancore Ltd

8 Mar 2026 11:09 am
Israel renews assault on Lebanon after Netanyahu promises 'many surprises' in next phase of war

The Israeli military said in a statement that it would not allow Iranian terrorist elements to establish themselves in Lebanese territory

8 Mar 2026 10:34 am
'To take a little pressure off': Trump says on US granting permission to India to accept Russian oil

When asked about Bessents announcement on allowing some Russian oil sales to India, Trump said, If there were any moves, I would do it to relieve some pressure

8 Mar 2026 10:33 am
Trump tells Britain he does not need its help to win Iran war

Trump has repeatedly criticised British Prime Minister Keir Starmer suggesting this week that he helped uin the countries' historically close relationship after London blocked the US's initial use of British bases to attack Iran

8 Mar 2026 10:21 am
Trump says he'll hit Iran harder as Iranian president apologises to neighbours

Trump warned on Truth Social that more Iranian officials will be targeted, stating, Today Iran will be hit very hard!

8 Mar 2026 9:45 am
China says US talks vital as Trump targets Beijing's key partners

With the US president focused on the war he and Israel launched against Iran, analysts are watching for signs that his visit to meet Xi will go ahead. China has not previously announced the summit, expected for the end of the month

8 Mar 2026 9:34 am
West Asia Turmoil: India raises LPG prices a day after invoking emergency powers to boost production

Effective Saturday, non-PMUY consumers will have to shell out 913 for a 14.2-kg cylinder in Delhi and PMUY consumers will have to pay 613 per cylinder

7 Mar 2026 8:12 pm
Beyond the canvas: The women shaping Delhis Art market

From artistic curation to taking creative punts, women gallery owners are showing how to be successful artpreneurs

7 Mar 2026 7:47 pm
Economic implications of West Asia conflict could be bigger than Russia-Ukraine war: Finland president Alexander Stubb

Just as the Russia - Ukraine war impacted food and fertiliser production, the ongoing war in West Asia is impacting trade and energy prices

7 Mar 2026 7:35 pm
Indo-US trade talks reset; deal now expected in 3-4 months

India to assess whether the deal still makes sense

7 Mar 2026 6:39 pm
130 Maoists surrender before Telangana CM Revanth Reddy along with weapons

They handedover 124 weapons to the police including LMG and AK-47 rifles

7 Mar 2026 5:38 pm
Global economy faces widening strains as West Asia war intensifies

The conflict between the US-Israel alliance and Iran is intensifying as it heads into a second week, straining global supply chains and raising questions about price spikes not seen since the pandemic

7 Mar 2026 4:31 pm
Maharashtra government inks MoU with Finnish firms to modernise Sassoon Dock

The Maharashtra Fisheries Development Corporation has inked an agreement with Finland-based companies, Helvar, Mirasis and River Recycle, at an event held here

7 Mar 2026 4:16 pm
Mariana L. Neisuler is the new US Consul General in Chennai

Before arriving in Chennai,Consul General Neisuler served as the Counselor for Political and Economic Affairs at the US Embassy Tashkent

7 Mar 2026 4:04 pm
EPS-95 pensioners to protest on Monday to press for increase in minimum pension

The main demands of the pensioners are a minimum pension of 7,500 per month plus dearness allowance and free medical care for pensioners and spouses

7 Mar 2026 3:43 pm
Educated, empowered women can strongly contribute to progressive nation: President Murmu

Women have demonstrated their talent and hard work in various fields, including education, science, sports, art and defence, the president said

7 Mar 2026 3:42 pm
Over 67% women say pay parity exists at workplaces; 33% believe there is pay gap: Survey

Nearly 42% of respondents said that bias in hiring and promotions is the biggest challenge faced by diverse women at the workplace, which grew by 7 basis points year-on-year

7 Mar 2026 3:14 pm
India let Iran warship dock the day US sank another off Sri Lanka, officials say

I think we really approached it from the point of view of humanity, of other than whatever the legal issues were, Foreign Minister Subrahmanyam Jaishankar

7 Mar 2026 2:42 pm
SIPCOT Industrial Park to come up at an outlay of 300 cr in Tenkasi district: Udhayanidhi

Tamil Nadu Deputy Chief Minister Udhayanidhi Stalin also says that conversion of the Alangulam-Tenkasi two lane into a four lane at a cost of 255 crore is also under way in the region

7 Mar 2026 2:31 pm
Lt Gen Dheeraj Seth to become Vice Chief of Army Staff on April 1

Lt Gen Sandeep Jain to be new Southern Army Commander

7 Mar 2026 2:23 pm
Barring eight days, Andhra relied on borrowings from RBI during 2024-25, says CAG report

TDP spokesperson says dependence on RBI loans was due to legacy issues left by the previous government, such as unpaid bills to contractors and employees, among others

7 Mar 2026 12:44 pm
US has given 'permission' to India to accept Russian oil, says Treasury Secretary Bessent

Yesterday, the Treasury (Department) agreed to let our allies in India start buying Russian oil that was already on the water, US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent

7 Mar 2026 10:38 am
7 Mar 2026 10:22 am
Nintendo files lawsuit seeking refunds on Trumps tariffs

Nintendo says tariffs paid were unlawfully collected, asks for prompt refund

7 Mar 2026 9:45 am
Nepals new face has shades on: Balendra Shah and a nation at a crossroads

Whether Balen Shah is a visionary reformer or a volatile disruptor remains to be seen, but one thing is certain: the era of the Old Guard is under siege

7 Mar 2026 9:17 am
LPG cylinder rates rise: 60 domestic, 115 commercial from March 7

The government assured citizens that energy supplies are stable, and there is no shortage of fuel

7 Mar 2026 7:40 am
Iranian warship IRIS Lavan docks at Cochin Port for repairs after technical issues

Authorities have emphasized that the docking was solely for repairs, but the presence of the vessel underscores ongoing maritime security dynamics and the heightened vigilance of regional powers

6 Mar 2026 11:38 pm
Scientists grow chickpeas in simulated moon soil for future lunar farms

The experiment used Myles chickpeas planted in a mixture of moon-like soil and nutrient-rich vermicompost, with seeds coated in beneficial fungi to enhance nutrient uptake and reduce heavy metal absorption

6 Mar 2026 10:41 pm
Parandur greenfield airport gets Special Project status

The Tamil Nadu government has already acquired more than 1,500 acres out of the total 5,746 acres required for the proposed second airport for Chennai at Parandur in Kancheepuram district.

6 Mar 2026 9:36 pm
Karnataka Budget announces healthcare, scholarship initiatives with Azim Premji Foundation

The latest announcements build on the foundations ongoing engagement with the Karnataka government across sectors such as education and social welfare

6 Mar 2026 9:19 pm
Will expose BJP-EC conspiracy to disenfranchise Bengali voters, says Mamata Banerjee

Banerjee vowed to present all those voters that have been declared dead by the Election Commission of India during the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral roll in the State

6 Mar 2026 9:18 pm
Karnataka proposes to ban social media for children under 16

industry flags concern on teenagers using unregulated corners of internet

6 Mar 2026 8:58 pm
Karnataka unveils AIB-based excise regime, fewer duty slabs; industry warns of possible price rise

During the Budget speech, he announced that the State will introduce an AIBbased excise duty structure from April 2026, a taxation framework widely regarded globally as the gold standard for alcohol taxation.

6 Mar 2026 8:31 pm
Govt directs BARC to suspend TRP ratings of news channels for 4 weeks over coverage of US-Israel-Iran conflict

The ministry has cautioned that such sensational content can potentially create panic among the public

6 Mar 2026 8:16 pm
Karnataka CM Siddaramaiahs 17th budget pegs spending at 4.49 lakh cr, revenue deficit at 22,957 cr

The 4.49 lakh crore budget for 202627, about 10 per cent % higher than the previous year, attempts to strike a balance between the Congress governments welfare commitments and large-scale infrastructure investments.

6 Mar 2026 8:10 pm
Mobility and logistics activity remains muted in February: Shriram Mobility Bulletin

Passenger vehicles and two-wheelers saw a 28 per cent % and 8 per cent dip in February which could be a result of customers waiting for special offers expected during upcoming Gudi Padwa / Ugadi festivals in March, says the bulletin.

6 Mar 2026 8:03 pm
US gives India 30-day Russian oil waiver to curb price shocks as West Asia tensions mount

Experts see move as Trumps attempt to keep energy-driven inflation in check

6 Mar 2026 7:59 pm
Trump says there will be no deal with Iran except 'unconditional surrender'

US to work to bring back Iran from brink of destruction after the countrys surrender and selection of new leaders, says Trump

6 Mar 2026 7:43 pm
Tamil Nadu CM MK Stalin lays down Vision 2030 for the poll-bound State

Interestingly, the various 2030 goals for TN highlighted by the CM also includes a plan to develop a Large Language Model (LLM) specifically for the Tamil language.

6 Mar 2026 6:53 pm
ED raids Reliance Power executives and pemises in bank fraud case

Reliance Power Ltd denies raids taking place at any of its offices or other premises

6 Mar 2026 6:26 pm
Amitabh Bachchan expands Ayodhya bet with 35 crore land purchase from HoABL

Ayodhyas real estate momentum has surged following the development of the Ram Mandir, with visitor numbers rising sharply and infrastructure investments exceeding 85,000 crore

6 Mar 2026 6:07 pm
Maharashtra Budget 202627 proposes 7.69 lakh crore outlay, farm loan waiver up to 2 lakh

Budget built on four pillars progressive development, sustainability, inclusiveness and good governance

6 Mar 2026 6:03 pm
Fuel crisis hits Morbi tile hub as over 100 ceramic units shut on propane shortage

Morbis ceramic cluster, which employs over five lakh workers and produces tiles for domestic and export markets, relies heavily on imported propane, with nearly 70% of units dependent on the fuel

6 Mar 2026 5:45 pm
6 Mar 2026 5:22 pm
Missile interceptor shortage worries flare in worlds capitals

Several European Union states warned at a closed-door meeting in Brussels this week that there is a shortage of interceptors across the world, according to people familiar with the matter

6 Mar 2026 3:31 pm