Amid rising oil prices, the Trump administration has announced a temporary authorisation to other countries to purchase Russian oil currently stranded at sea, as there were no immediate signs of an early end to the US war on Iran
Trump administration takes steps to ease sanction on Russian oil
The license comes a day after the U.S. Department of Energy announced that the U.S. would be releasing 172 million barrels of oil from the strategic petroleum reserve
CII-Rajasthan annual session held with call to promote entrepreneurship among youth
The Chief Minister said the State government had introduced as many as 34 new policies to create a conducive environment for industries
U.S. President Donald Trump suggested that Irans national soccer team should withdraw from the upcoming FIFA World Cup as a personal safety measure
U.S. intelligence says Iran government is not at risk of collapse, say sources
A multitude of intelligence reports provide consistent analysis that the regime is not in danger of collapse and etains control of the Iranian public, said one of the sources, all of whom were granted anonymity to discuss U.S. intelligence findings
Rumours being spread about LPG shortage, says Punjab CM Mann
Cautioning against attempts to exploit the situation, the Chief Minister said the government will act firmly against anyone trying to create panic or manipulate the supply of essential goods
WB BJP leaders meet PM ahead of mega Brigade Rally in Kolkata
The meeting comes 48 hours before the Prime Minister is scheduled to address a mega rally at Kolkatas Brigade Parade Grounds on Saturday. According to sources in the party, the first list of BJP candidates contesting Assembly polls is likely to be announced in the next few days
Ferrari's Leclerc hopes year of the horse a good omen in China
Leclerc and teammate Lewis Hamilton came in behind the two Mercedes of race winner George Russell and Kimi Antonelli
Akhilesh Yadav meets Avimukteshwaranand Saraswati, vows to put an end to fake saints
Samajwadi Party chief said the responsibility of the LPG crisis in India is on the BJP government, both at the Centre and State in U.P.
Special buses announced in TNto clear rush on weekend
Part-time teachers to get 15 experience marks in TRB exam
Srinagar court issues non-bailable warrantagainst Farooq Abdullah in J&K cricketscam
The court has listed the matter for further proceedings on March 30
NTK cadres upset over symbol allotment
CM Stalin welcomes SC judgment on OBC creamy layer
NASA clears its Artemis 2 moon rocket for April launch with four astronauts
The rocket will be crewed by three American astronauts mission commander Reid Wiseman, Victor Glover and Christina Koch and Canadian astronaut Jeremy Hansen
CSR Initiative to provide mental health education to 10,000 students in Karnataka and Tamil Nadu
These activity-based sessions are designed to make conversations around emotions, empathy, communication, and well-being accessible to young people and educators alike
Opposition uproar in Chhattisgarh Assembly over LPG cylinder shortage
The Chair announced the suspension of 30 Congress MLAs, their suspension was revoked a while later
Missiles and drones strike at the heart of a village in Odisha
The war in West Asia has thrown the world into chaos. Its impact is even being felt in a remote village in Odisha, where almost every family has a male member working in the Gulf. Satyasundar Barikspeaks to residents of Manikapur in Ganjam district about how they are coping with the anxiety
IIT-M and SRIT collaborate on faster database platform
TNERC clears two solar-plus-battery projects at 4.47/unit
Velachery-St Thomas Mount MRTS line to start ops tomorrow
ED attaches fresh Rs 581-cr assets in case against Anil Ambanis Reliance Group
NEW DELHI, Mar 12: The Enforcement Directorate on Thursday said it has attached fresh assets worth more than Rs 581 crore of RHFL and RCFL, companies of Reliance Group Chairman Anil Ambani. An order was issued on March 11 to attach land parcels in Goa, Kerala, Karnataka, Punjab, Tamil Nadu, Uttar Pradesh, Haryana, Jharkhand, Maharashtra, Delhi, West Bengal, Andhra Pradesh and Rajasthan, the Enforcement Directorate (ED) said in a statement. The properties worth Rs 581.65 crore belong to Reliance Home [] The post ED attaches fresh Rs 581-cr assets in case against Anil Ambanis Reliance Group appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Irregular waste collection in Chitlapakkam irks residents
Tractor sales cross 1mn units, FY26 set for record high
I have added a third objective, which is to create, for the Iranian people, the conditions to bring down this regime, Mr. Netanyahu said
Green power surge: India set to add 50 GW capacity in FY26
U.S. Navy could escort vessels in Strait of Hormuz with international coalition, Bessent says
U.S. Treasury Secretary said absolutely not when asked whether there was a price that could cause him to confront President Donald Trump and say the Iran war was no longer affordable
Inspector suspended over murder of teenage girl in Thoothukudi
Preparing India for a true innovation-led economy
Driving Indias research, development, and innovation story needs decisive private sector participation
Fifty years ago | Sanskrit catalogue project needs a saviour
Justice for all: On the NCERT textbook issue, the judiciary
The directives on NCERT show the Court as keen to stave off any criticism
Arbitrary and opaque: On the Employees Pension Scheme 2026
EPFO has tweaked pension scheme rules without wide consultations
47 held during 24-hour police drive to curb street crime in Delhi
Six BJP MPs raise civic issues with L-G, offer support for development
AAP, BJP exchange barbs over attack on Dalit councillor
Kochi Corporation weighs fresh options as KSINC faces criticism over ro-ro service
Move comes after councillors across party lines voiced sharp criticism of KSINC over mounting losses and urged the civic body to identify a new operator to ease its financial burden
The prime minister also said the government is actively working on multiple fronts, and in the past few days, he spoke with the leaders of several countries about the developments in West Asia
Kerala nurses on the warpath over long-overdue wage revision
Hundreds of nurses working in private hospitals across Kerala are on an indefinite strike in pursuit of their demands, including a wage revision. Aathira Haridas listens to the grievances of the protesters
HC disqualification of SNDP Yogam director boarda test of Kerala govt.s mettle
Given Vellappally Natesans close ties with the ruling establishment, the Kerala government will have a tough task abiding by the High Courts directive to temporarily take charge of the Yogam and to set up a provisional board to oversee affairs till elections are held
Teams deployed in Maharashtra to prevent hoarding of LPG cylinders
Residents were seen standing in long queues outside LPG cylinder supplying agencies in Solapur, Amravati, and Thane districts, and the State capital, Mumbai
HCrefuses to stay DU protest ban,questions the necessity of such a sweeping restriction
Behind the crumbling walls of Bihars Balirajgarh Fort, a tale of monumental neglect
West Bengal govt. frames SOP to avert fuel crisis, ensure continuity of critical public services
Authorities have been tasked with undertaking inspections to prevent diversion, hoarding, illegal storage, black marketing, and overpricing of domestic LPG cylinders
LDFs development narrative in Kollam constituency will face a stiff challenge from UDF
While the constituency has traditionally leaned towards the left, the Congress sprang a major surprise by winning Kollam Corporation in the recent local body elections. The BJP too has steadily raised its vote share
Women will lead Delhis development, says CM Rekha Gupta
Ramchander Rao flags governance failures, wants CM to focus on public hardships
Delhi HCissues notice to police,govt. over lack of CCTVs in police interrogation facilities
International flower market proposed near Nandi Cross
Dismantling the biological tax in Indian legal system
India must transition from menstrual hygiene to menstrual justice, which is served when the biological reality of half the population is no longer viewed as an exigency but as a standard to be met
As Western mainstream media toes the state line during wars, social media and independent journalists challenge propaganda, filling the information gap
Delhigovt. chalks out Summer Action Plan to ensure adequate water supply
Dy. SP seniority revision under way; promotions to follow committee report: Parameshwara
War lays a political and diplomatic minefield for Modi
Possible support to either of the parties will be used by political opponents to challenge PM
Modulating gut microbiome may help reverse ageing-related memory loss: Study
The study in mice,showed that composition of the naturally occurring bacterial population living in the gut, known as the gut microbiome, changes with age favouring some species of bacteria over others
Life sentence given to accused in Thiruvanmiyur murder case
MMA to host Women Managers Convention 2026 on Mar. 14 in Chennai
Groundwater table available within a few feet of surface in many parts of city, says study
Groundwater was available at a depth of two feet to three feetin places like Vepery, R.A. Puram and Jafferkhanpet this March; the average water level in the city now stands at a depth of 9.6 feet
A reality check on Indian ambition for internationalising higher education
While the country aims to become an education hub, addressing many existing gaps such as poor basic infrastructure is essential to transform the sector
Man beaten to death in city during quarrel
Society cannot claim to be civilised if women and children are unsafe, says Kamal Haasan
PM Modi speaks to Iranian President, discusses 'serious' situation in West Asia
The Prime Minister told Masoud Pezeshkian that the safety and security of Indian nationals, along with the need for unhindered transit of goods and energy, remain India's top priorities
Man urinates on woman from auto, mob beats him to death in Chennai
Govt. hospitals told to take measures to save gas, ensure stock
T.N. govt. acts firmly on crimes against women and children: Home Secretary
An ignored postmortem report by police almost buried rape and murder of a child in Krishnagiri
Bharatanatyam for Gaza: Aranyani Bhargav's 'Lori' Raises Funds for Children
Bharatanatyam dancer Aranyani Bhargav presents 'Lori,' a solo performance raising funds for children in Gaza. The dance powerfully depicts a survivor rescuing a child amidst devastation, highlighting violence against youth. This initiative, part of the global 'Indian Dancers for Gazas Children' campaign, underscores artists' responsibility to address humanitarian crises.
GVMC readies for Swachh Survekshan assessment
Council debate over Mayors social media presence turns intense
India's 'Secular' Marriage Law: A Sham for Interfaith Couples?
Interfaith couples in India face significant hurdles registering marriages under the Special Marriage Act, with sub-registrars often engaging in moral policing and demanding bribes. Despite the law's intent to facilitate secular unions, couples are frequently subjected to parental pressure and even violence, highlighting the need for legal reform and increased state protection.
Speaker forms committee for best MLA award
CCTV footage shows woman setting husband on fire in Kallakurichi
Initially, his wife, Ammu, claimed that Antony had doused himself with petrol in a drunken state to end life.
HVAC industry expresses optimism despite energy, raw material cost rise concerns
Lacking long-term storage, India must rely on imports to manage LPG supply
In 2024-25, Indias LPG production was some 13 million tonnes as per government data; LPG consumption was around 31 million tonnes that year. Broadly, there is a 60-40 import-export split
CM to deposit 6,000 financial aid to farmers as Ugadi gift
Active shooter at Michigan synagogue: authorities
FBI, police at the scene; all Jewish organisations in the area asked to go into lockout protocol nobody in or out of your building
India recieved requests for energy supplies from Bangladesh, Sri Lanka and Maldives, says MEA
Indias refining capacity, our own requirements, and diesel availability will be factored in while taking decisions, said MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal
FDA finds little evidence that a drug touted by Trump can help people with autism
The Food and Drug Administation is approving a generic drug for a very rare genetic disorder, but not for autism
Blood biomarker may help predict woman's dementia risk 25 years before symptoms: Study
Women who developed memory or thinking problems, including dementia, were identified during follow-up
Deputy CM Pawan Kalyan to tour Paderu tomorrow
Iran war: Authorities probe drone crash near Dubai Creek Harbour
Naidu launches Araku Kouni, first tribal millet based food menu
Take precautionary measures to beat summer heat: Madurai Collector
Cabinet clears Eva Nammava Eva Nammava Bill
Inter departmental panel likely to check contamination in vegetables
Forest and Ecology Minister Eshwar Khandre says a meeting of Bengaluru legislators to be convened to discuss the issue shortly
Watch: IAF chief AP Singh flies MiG-29 UPG sortie from western sector airbase
A. P. Singh flew a sortie in a Mikoyan MiG-29 from a frontline airbase under Western Air Command, flying in a two-aircraft formation led by Flight Lieutenant Parvinder Singh.
Domestic LPG refill booking systems tested amid customer rush
Reports of Iran allowing Indian ships through Strait of Hormuz premature: Centre
India has been expressing concern about the targeting of merchant navy ships that are stuck both inside the Gulf as well as in the Gulf of Oman near the Strait of Hormuz
Hardeep Puri says there is no shortage of crude oil products
Explained: LPG shortage: whats the cheaper option to cook?
As hotels, hostels, and community kitchens grapple with the unexpected shortage of LPG, those with electric cooking equipment feel they are in a safer position. But, is it the best option for you?
Beer sales drop by 14.59% in Karnataka; govt. cites Andhra excise policy, weather
