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Distribution of wealth inequitable: Congress

The party has picked holes in the awarding of public works contracts, employment generation, health sector SHILLONG, March 6: Alleging that gover

Only STs should represent Sixth Schedule institutions: Bernard

SHILLONG, March 6: BJP Meghalaya vice president and Tura MDC Bernard Marak has asserted that only communities listed under the Scheduled Tribes c

NPP finalises list of candidates for GHADC polls

SHILLONG, March 6: The National Peoples Party (NPP) has released its second and final list of candidates for the elections to the Garo Hills Auto

Preps for Census 2027 begin

SHILLONG, March 6: Preparatory activities for the upcoming Census 2027 gathered momentum in Meghalaya with a meeting chaired by State Nodal Offic

NEEPCO holds art therapy workshop

SHILLONG, March 6: NEEPCO, in collaboration with the NEEPCO Women Welfare Association, WIPS (NEEPCO), and Dei-Maya, organised an art therapy work

Balendra Shahs RSP nears landslide victory in Nepal

Kathmandu, March 6: Rapper-turned-politician Balendra Shahs newly formed Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP) was on Friday heading towards a landslide

Mamata Banerjee Launches Protest Against Bengal Voter Roll Deletions

In a dramatic return to the street politics that once defined her rise, West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Friday launched a dharna in

Israel strikes Iran, Lebanon as US warns of surge

DUBAI, March 6: The conflict in the Middle East intensified on Friday as Israeli warplanes carried out heavy airstrikes on Tehran and Beirut, whi

Noida International Airport Gets Key Licence, To Begin Operations Soon

The Directorate General of Civil Aviation on Friday issued the aerodrome licence to the Noida International Airport in Jewar, marking a key step

Cross, Jesus statue at home not proof of conversion, rules high court

The Bombay High Court ruled that religious symbols in a home do not prove conversion to Christianity, emphasizing the need for documentary eviden

'Reached Out To India To Buy Russian Oil To Ease Global Markets': US

The United States has eached out to India to purchase Russian oil currently sitting in floating storage in southern Asia as part of a short-term

'Is it racist to expose Minnesota Somali fraud?': GOP hammers Gov Walz, AG Ellison in fiery hearing

Chinas 10-passenger electric aircraft shows potential for flying taxis

Kunshan, March 6: In Kunshan, a city about 60 kilometres west of Shanghai, China is showcasing the potential future of flying taxis. AutoFlight,

Andhra Pradesh firecracker unit blast: Gone in a flash fire

An explosion at a firecracker manufacturing unit in Vetlapalem village of Kakinada district, Andhra Pradesh, claimed 28 workers lives, including

Security Guards Clash In Kakinada One Town Area

They attacked Raju who suffered injuries. A woman security guard Ramalakshmi tried to pacify the attackers but ended up suffering injuries in the

MBBS graduate tops civil services exam in which professionals dominate

AIIMS graduate Anuj Agnihotri has clinched the top spot in the Civil Services Examination 2025, with 958 candidates recommended for various servi

Self-Defence Training For 500 Girls Mark Womens Day

The programme aimed to equip participants with practical techniques and awareness to ensure personal safety. Trainers demonstrated basic self-def

Self-reliance only way to stay relevant in era of global uncertainty: Rajnath Singh

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh emphasized self-reliance as crucial for navigating global uncertainty, citing supply chain realignments and rising

Private School Teacher Booked On Charges Of Causing Harm To A Four Year Old Girl

According to police, the incident occurred at National Play School at Vidyadharapuram on February 23. The child, who has an intellectual disabili

Why does India require U.S. nod for securing its energy needs, ask Opposition leaders

The Opposition leaders question the governments silence over U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessents latest remark objecting to the tone of his an

New Amrit Bharat Express From Charlapalli To Nagercoil

Officials said the Amrit Bharat train will have sleeper class and general second class coaches. The date for commencement of operations is yet to

Women's Day quotes 2026: Inspiring and motivational quotes to celebrate female power, courage, leadership, resilience and to empower women to take charge of their lives

International Womens Day quotes 2026: International Women's Day celebrates women's global achievements and gender equality. Its origins trace to

Aaditya Thackeray Signals End To NCP Reunion Talks

Mr. Pawar filed his nomination for a Rajya Sabha seat on Thursday with all alliance partners formally endorsing his candidature. While the filing

US Loses 92,000 Jobs In February As Unemployment Rate Ticked Up To 4.4%

American employers unexpectedly cut 92,000 jobs last month, a sign that the labor market remains under strain. The unemployment rate blipped up t

Himanta Rules Out Union Minister Margherita Will Contest Assam Poll

Sarma said the party could consider Margheritas candidature in the 2029 Lok Sabha elections, but clarified that no proposal has been taken up to

Phansi-gharcase: Kejriwal appears before House panel

Govt. insulting freedom fighters by branding execution room as tiffin room, says AAP chief; theres no basis to claim about existence of execution

In marathon outreach, NCW plans week-long public hearings covering 500 districts

The National Commission for Women is launching nationwide 'Mahila Jan Sunwais' in 500 districts across 25 states until March 14. This initiative

Ex-diplomat to steer citys triple-engine juggernaut

YouTube, mock tests help NCR girl to crack UPSC

529 plans update: New rule lets families move up to $35,000 into a Roth IRA

A new rule from the SECURE 2.0 Act allows families to move unused money from a 529 college savings plan into a Roth IRA. This change started in 2

NTR Health Varsity VC Asks Young Doctors To Prioritise Rural Healthcare

The vice chancellor advised young doctors to constantly update their knowledge and keep pace with new innovations in the medical field, including

Russia has provided Iran with information that can help Iran strike U.S. military, AP sources say

We are in dialogue with the Iranian side, with representatives of the Iranian leadership, and will certainly continue this dialogue, Kremlin spok

Telangana BJP chief wants CM to deliver 1 tola gold promise to women

Hyderabad: Wondering what happened to Congress 2023 election manifesto promise of giving 1 tola (10 gm) gold and Rs 2,500 per month financial ass

Balancing innovation with womens digital safety

Ensuring the digital safety of women must guide AI development and its ethical use

Evidence Suggests Deadly Blast At Iranian School Was Likely A US Airstrike

Satellite images, expert analysis, a US official and public information released by the US and Israeli militaries suggest an explosion that kille

Rights, justice, action for Indias women farmers

As farming in India feminises, empowering women farmers can drive climate-resilient, biodiversity-rich and nutrition-sensitive agriculture

Man Duped Of 86 Lakh In Online Matrimonial Scam

Police said the victim first invested 25,000, which was converted into USDT

Telangana High Court Pulls Up State Govt Over Delayed Payments to Contractors

The court faulted finance secretary Sandeep Kumar Sultania for failing to comply with the courts earlier orders and for not appearing before the

Autumn of a socialist: On Nitish Kumar, the BJP and Bihar politics

The BJP has quietly outmanoeuvred Nitish Kumar in Bihar

Quote of the day by Anais Nin: 'How wrong it is for a woman to expect the man to build the world she...' - lessons on women empowerment, self-reliance and independence by the Prix Svign winner and Delta of Venus author

Quote of the day by Anais Nin: Her powerful words urge women to take charge of their destinies. She believed women should build the lives they de

New formula: On Formula One and net carbon zero plan

F1 can meet climate targets without losing any of the thrill

U.S. waiver to procure Russian oil: Kerala flays Centre

It is outrageous that a country like India should appear to require approval from the U.S. for decisions such as oil imports, says Chief Minister

MMC study compares two treatment strategies for STEMI in resource-limited settings

Probe on after failed burglary attempt at bank

Lorry rams MTC bus in Saidapet

60-lakh boating facility opened at Thangal lake

Misra, Singh take oath of office as State Information Commissioners in Tamil Nadu

RS papers of candidates from 5 parties valid

CM Revanth to open Netflixs global VFX hub in Hyderabad on March 12

The Auqib Nabi supremacy: what worked in Ranji and will it in Tests?

The 29-year-old seam-and-swing bowler was irresistible in Jammu & Kashmirs maiden triumph in Indias premier domestic cricket tournament. There is

We shocked quite a few people at Los Angeles; they didnt expect that from Indian athletics: Valsamma

From humble beginnings to making the world take notice in the 1980s, Valsamma had a storied career as a top athlete. She speaks in this interview

Woman in Assam becomes first to get Indian citizenship after two years in detention camp

Dipali Das, who entered India in February 1988, was declared a non-citizen by the Foreigners Tribunal in Silchar

Youth, student groups criticise Karnataka Budget over jobs, education funding

Student and youth organisations have criticised the State Budget for 2026-27, alleging that it fails to address the pressing issues of unemployme

YSRCP shirking responsibility of raising public issues in Assembly, says A.P. CM

The 3.32 lakh-crore budget has been approved in the Assembly, but a concerted effort is needed to spend every single rupee judiciously, says Naid

Operation Cy-Hunt 2.0: 24 arrested in Kannur city

Peepal Trees: Natures Lifeline Under Threat in Jammu

Senior Citizens Raise Alarm as Centuries-Old Trees Face Silent Disappearance Ashu Kumar Jammu:The Peepal tree, scientifically known asFicus relig

CM Revanth Reddy launches Praja PalanaPragati Pranalika with key projects in Hyderabad

HC notices to govt. over corruption in housing scheme

ED Searches Reliance Power Locations in Hyderabad, Mumbai

Agency probes alleged bank fraud, FEMA violations tied to ADAG entities.

Southern Discom Sees Peak Load Surge

The states total demand stood at 18,139 MW on March 3

India needs to create more manufacturing jobs, says Arvind Subramanian

Budget Bans Mobile Phones Under-16 In Karnataka, Elections Make A Comeback In Colleges /Universities

The announcement to ban usage of mobile phones under-16 years was announced in the budget presented by Chief Minister Siddaramaiah, holding the F

Census 2027: Self-enumeration process between July 17 and 31 this year in Tamil Nadu

'West Asia tensions may impact economy and trade': Rajnath Singh

Defence minister Rajnath Singh described the West Asia geopolitical situation as highly unusual. He warned of adverse impacts on the global econo

Cong, BJP issue whips as Lok Sabha all set to discuss motion against Speaker

Lok Sabha is set to consider a resolution seeking the removal of Speaker Om Birla. This rare event follows allegations of partisan conduct. Mr. B

47 Projects Honoured For Green Practices

The summit saw the launch of a Telangana Coffee Table Book

17 youth from J&K qualify All- India civil service examination

Srinagar, Mar 6:As many as 17 candidates from Jammu & Kashmir have qualified the prestigious All India Civil Services Examination, the results of

2 IAF pilots killed in Su30MKI crash

Tragedy struck as two Indian Air Force pilots lost their lives in a Su30MKI fighter jet crash in Assam's Karbi Anglong district. The aircraft, wh

Nearly 75% of DMKs poll promises in 2021 fulfilled or under implementation: Thangam Thennarasu

'Trump, Netanyahu Greatest Tag Team In History': Israel PM's Adviser To NDTV

Ophir Falk, the foreign policy adviser to Benjamin Netanyahu, said Israel and the US do not want an endless war with Iran.

Requiring US waiver on India's right to buy oil humiliating: Congress

The Congress party has strongly criticized the recent 30-day waiver from the US for Indian refineries to purchase Russian oil. Party leaders desc

Arsenal, Chelsea aim to avoid FA Cup upsets

As the FA Cup fifth round approaches, the spotlight is on Arsenal and Chelsea as they prepare to clash with teams from the lower tiers. Wrexham,

Telangana To Host First Women Farmers' Fair

Around 4,000 women farmers are expected each day

Mission YUVA: Dulloo calls for faster implementation

Jammu Tawi, Mar 6:Chief Secretary Atal Dulloo today chaired a meeting to review the district-wise performance of Mission YUVA across Jammu and Ka

US aims to exhume and identify the remains of 88 Pearl Harbor dead buried as unknowns

The disinterments from the National Memorial Cemetery of the Pacific are due to begin in November or December, Kelly McKeague, the director of th

Vaiko urges Tamil Nadu government to take action to eradicate Prosopis juliflora

The MDMK general secretary had filed a writ in Madurai Bench of Madras High Court praying for eradication of the karuvelam trees

US Pressing Sri Lanka Not To Repatriate Iranian Ship's Crew: Report

The United States is pressing Sri Lanka's government not to repatriate the survivors from the Iranian warship it sank this week, as well as the c

Crude oil market prices hike in a cruel surge: Oil markets stunned as prices climb $12 in 9 hours heres what sparked it

The crude oil market prices hike shocked global traders. WTI crude oil prices surged nearly $12 in nine hours, briefly crossing $92.50 per barrel

Jasprit Bumrah snubbed from ICC player of the tournament shortlist despite crucial spell for India

Despite not making the Player of the Tournament shortlist, Jasprit Bumrah's exceptional death bowling proved pivotal in India's T20 World Cup sem

Sam Altman's 'old people' remark ignores Indias family realities

Sam Altman's perspective on disregarding the elderly is put to the test. In many Indian households, parents tirelessly champion their children's

Cong to protest across J&K on Mar 9 against India-US trade deal

Jammu Tawi, Mar 6: The Jammu and Kashmir Congress on Friday announced it will hold protests across districts on March 9 against the India-US trad

Great pride to serve nation: Kavinder on appointment as Himachal Governor

Jammu Tawi, Mar 6 : Senior BJP leader Kavinder Gupta on Friday called the responsibility to serve the nation a matter of great pride and expresse

China's 10-passenger electric aircraft, the Matrix, hints at how big flying taxis can be

In Kunshan, China, AutoFlight demonstrated its Matrix eVTOL, the largest electric aircraft built in China, capable of carrying 10 passengers. Whi

IEA: Plenty of oil in market despite West Asia turmoil

International Energy Agency chief Fatih Birol assured there is ample oil globally. He acknowledged logistical challenges due to the West Asia con

Drugs Worth Rs 10 Crore Seized As Cops Bust Network Linking Nepal, Lanka

The Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB) has busted an international drug trafficking network operating between Nepal, India and Sri Lanka, seizing nar

Rajasthan Passes Bill Restricting Property Transfers In 'Disturbed Areas'

The Rajasthan assembly, on Wednesday, passed a divisive bill that would regulate property transfers in communally sensitive regions.

Indian Airlines cancel 278 Intl flights

New Delhi, Mar 6 : Domestic airlines are scheduled to operate 96 flights to and from the Middle East on Friday while the carriers have cancelled

China to boost spending to meet growth target

Beijing on Thursday unveiled a slightly lower growth target of 4.5%-5% for 2026, down from last year's 5%, which was met largely through a one-fi

Laid off by AI at 47, woman asks what to do next many suggest a surprising career: bus driver

A business writer, laid off for the third time due to AI's impact, sought a new, less sedentary trade at 47. Reddit users suggested various skill

Corey Harrison asks fans for help after motorcycle crash leaves him with over $100K in medical bills

Corey Harrison, known for appearing on the reality TV series Pawn Stars, is asking fans for help after a devastating motorcycle accident in Tulum