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EC tightens vigil in Bengal ahead of polls

Kolkata: Senior police officials began visiting police stations across West Bengal from Sunday, March 22, as the Election Commission stepped up m

Britain sees no evidence that Iran is targeting Europe with missiles

Britain's Housing Secretary Steve Reed has dismissed claims that Iran is planning missile strikes on Europe. He stated there is no assessment to

South Africa Defeats New Zealand by 19 Runs in Fourth T20, Series Tied 2-2

Wellington, March 22: South Africa has leveled the series against New Zealand at 2-2 after winning the fourth T20 match by 19 runs. Chasing a tar

Video: Tension in UPs Mainpuri as police stop Eid prayers

A heated argument occurred between the Uttar Pradesh police and local Muslims in Kurawali village of Mainpuri district on Saturday, March 21, whe

BJPs RP Singh Confident of Improved Performance in Kerala Assembly Elections

New Delhi, March 22: Senior BJP leader RP Singh has asserted that his party will perform better in the upcoming Kerala Assembly elections. Singhs

IPL 2026: Punjab Kings Are Moving in Right Direction, Says Irfan Pathan

Pathan credited Punjab's improved clarity in leadership and squad-building for their turnaround

Enough Blood Has Been Spilled: WHO Chief On Sudan Hospital Attack Killing 64

The strike targeted Al-Daein Teaching Hospital, leaving it non-functional and depriving thousands to access critical medical services. Among thos

Africa To India Via Dubai: Inside Actor Ranya Rao's Rs 100 Crore Gold Smuggling Op

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West Bengal Teachers Demand Implementation of 7th Pay Commission from CM Mamata Banerjee

Kolkata, March 22: Teachers and education staff organizations in West Bengal have urged Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee to include state teachers

Declare 1971 Pak Atrocities Against Bengali Hindus 'Genocide': US Politician

Greg Landsman moved the resolution in the US House of Representatives on Friday, and it has been referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs.

Truly Honoured: Naga Chaitanya On Getting Best Actor award for Thandel

The film was directed by Chandoo Mondeti and featured the actor in the role of an Indian fisherman, Raju

Peaky Blinders: The Immortal Man film review: Cillian Murphy bids farewell to Tommy Shelby

The thrilling Peaky Blinders finale is a farewell tour tailored for Tommy Shelby, while passing the baton to a new generation

Peaky Blinders: The Immortal Man film review: Cillian Murphy bids farewell to Tommy Shelby

The thrilling Peaky Blinders finale is a farewell tour tailored for Tommy Shelby, while passing the baton to a new generation

Hyderabad to Raghurajpur: Visit Indias heritage art village

If youre a Hyderabadi who admires the fine weave of Pochampally or the elegance of Bidri work, there is a small village in Odisha that deserves a

5 Facts About The Blockage Of Strait Of Hormuz Amid US-Israel-Iran War

Here are key facts and figures about the blockage of the Strait of Hormuz, a crucial shipping route virtually paralysed...

Two US Tourists Booked For Flying Drone Near Coast Guard HQ In Kochi

KOCHI, Mar 22: A case has been registered against two US nationals for allegedly flying a drone near the Coast Guard Headquarters in Fort Kochi,

AIADMK Announces Candidates for Puducherry Assembly Elections 2026

Puducherry, March 22: The All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (AIADMK) has announced two candidates for the upcoming assembly elections. For

Govt to launch 7th tranche of critical mineral block auctions on Monday

19 blocks will be put on sale across several states

IPL 2026: LSG Depend Heavily on Their Overseas Trio of Batters, Says Lakshmipathy Balaji

LSG have a strong squad with the likes of Mitch Marsh, Nicholas Pooran and Aiden Markram as their overseas players and with only four foreign pla

DMK coerces allies to prioritise interests of Stalin family over public welfare: AIADMK

AIADMK leader Kovai Sathyan claims DMK forces allies to serve Chief Minister Stalin's family interests. He states partners are sacrificing their

Saturn And Jupiter Gain New Moons, Take Solar System Satellite Count To 442

The newly discovered moons are irregular satellites, meaning they are small (averaging about 3 km across) and have distant, often eccentric orbit

Middle East war halts Strait of Hormuz traffic, 20,000 seafarers stranded

The Strait of Hormuz, a vital global shipping lane, is severely disrupted by the ongoing Middle East war. This vital waterway, crucial for oil an

PM Modi becomes longest serving head of government in India

In a historic political journey, Narendra Modi has now become the longest-serving head of government in India, breaking the previous record set b

Angkor Wat and Ta Prohm: Symbols of India-Cambodia Shared Civilization

Phnom Penh, March 22: Angkor Wat is a magnificent symbol of the shared civilization between India and Cambodia. The architectural heritage locate

Kalki 2898 AD sequel back on sets, Prabhas to join soon

Hyderabad: The sequel to Kalki 2898 AD has officially resumed shooting, creating excitement among fans. After a short break, the team is back on

West Bengal polls: Top cops hit the ground to secure a peaceful vote

Police officials are visiting stations across West Bengal. They are reviewing security and poll preparedness. The Election Commission is stepping

Qatar confirms 6 people killed in helicopter crash in Persian Gulf

The Interior Ministry said one person is still missing from the crash, which took place the day before

Telangana Government Amends Building Rules to Boost Real Estate in Hyderabad

Hyderabad, March 22: The Telangana government has revised construction regulations to promote real estate development in Hyderabad. Builders will

Red Fort Protest To 'Udta Mantri': Who Is Ex-Punjab Minister At Centre Of Suicide Row

Laljit Singh Bhullar was asked to resign from the top post by Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann to ensure an impartial inquiry into the case.

Tomato farmers hope for a bright summer in Madanapalle

Horticulture officials said the season remained largely free from extreme weather conditions and they expect stable weather till May to support y

Tragic Cable Car Accident at Chhattisgarh Temple Claims One Life, Injures 16

Raipur, March 22: A tragic incident occurred at the Khallari Mata Temple in Chhattisgarh when a cable car suddenly malfunctioned and fell to the

Tamil Nadu Assembly election 2026: DMK president Stalin offers only five seats, CPI (M) seeks more time to discuss

Mr. Shanmugam said, though both parties had been holding talks, a meeting with the Chief Minister had taken place only now. As he has requested u

IPL 2026: Virat Kohli Laughs Offs Chartered Flights To London Reports

Taking to Instagram, Virat posted one of the reports on his story along with laughing emojis, indicating that these reports are, after all, false

74 LPG Cylinders Seized from Hoarders in Delhis Mahipalpur

The police operation in Mahipalpur led to the arrest of three individuals accused of manipulating the LPG supply chain.

Strait of Hormuz: Iranian MP Says $2M Charge for Passing Ships

He has said that a new governing regime is being imposed in the Strait and war has costs, adding this shows the authority and right that the Isla

Russia Accuses U.S. of Dominating Global Energy Market

Moscow, March 22: Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov has claimed in an interview with Russian media that the United States is pursuing a stra

Beyond a diagnosis: Rethinking Down Syndrome in a more inclusive world

World Down Syndrome Day on March 21 highlights Trisomy 21, a genetic condition affecting millions. While biology is understood, outcomes depend o

Miami Open: Zverev and Shevchenko Secure Victories in Opening Matches

Miami, March 22: The Miami Open kicked off with a strong performance from Alexander Zverev, a semi-finalist at Indian Wells. The German player be

Telangana amends building rules to boost real estate in Hyderabad

Hyderabad: The Telangana government has amended building rules, relaxing TDR norms for builders in Hyderabad up to Outer Ring Road limits. The go

Iran opens Hormuz to most ships, restricts enemy vessels

The US-Israeli war on Iran entered its fourth week on Sunday, March 22, with shifting signals over the Strait of Hormuz, intensifying regional at

France Says Musk Encouraged Row Over Grok's Sexualised Images. He Responds

French prosecutors said Saturday they had alerted US authorities to a suspicion that tech tycoon Elon Musk had encouraged controversy over sexual

Retired Tripura State Rifleman Enters West Bengal Election Arena, Challenges TMC

Kolkata, March 22: A retired soldier from the Tripura State Rifles (TSR), Tarak Saha, has decided to enter the electoral fray in West Bengal. Thi

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US-Israel War With Iran Has No Clear End In Sight After 22 Days

The Middle East war has entered a new phase with regular attacks on globally important energy infrastructure, but there is still no obvious way o

Transport union in NSW calls on state government to scrap public transport fares as high fuel costs mount cost-of-living pressure; transport minister responds

Sydney's transport union urges the government to abolish public transport fares, citing rising petrol costs and cost-of-living pressures. The RTB

IIT Bombay Releases Official Counselling Schedule For JAM 2026 Admission Process

IIT Bombay has announced the JAM 2026 counselling schedule, with application starting March 27 and closing April 15, 2025.

BJPs Seat Prospects in Kerala: A Triangular Contest Ahead, Says Hannan Mollah

New Delhi, March 22: CPI(M) leader Hannan Mollah has stated that the upcoming Kerala Assembly elections may witness a triangular contest. He attr

Blue saree brigade: Women at the heart of Indias water systems

Women make up less than 17 percent of the paid water workforce globally but in India's villages, they are already running the systems. This is t

BJPAnnounces Its Nominee for Karaikal (South)

The BJP's candidate list for the upcoming elections reveals a mix of seasoned politicians and new faces, as M Arulmurugan is set to contest from

Vijay to Announce TVK Candidates for Puducherry Assembly Elections

Mumbai, March 22: Actor-turned-politician Vijay is set to officially announce the list of candidates for the Puducherry Assembly elections. This

Mines Ministry to launch seventh tranche of critical, strategic mineral auctions on March 23

As on date, the Union Mines Ministry has auctioned off 46 blocks of critical and strategic minerals across six tranches of auctions

London turns into Delhi: Indian man spots auto-rickshaw on UK streets, watch viral video

An Indian man in London captured a video of a classic auto-rickshaw navigating the city's traffic, a sight that instantly evoked memories of home

Amit Shah lauds Modi's record 8,931 days in public life

Home Minister Amit Shah lauded Prime Minister Narendra Modi for becoming the longest-serving head of government in India, surpassing 8,931 days i

New Sun Will Rise For The Cause: Sonam Wangchuk Returns To Leh After Detention, Seeks Constructive Dialogue On Ladakh Issue

Leh (Ladakh), Mar 22: Leh-based climate activist Sonam Wangchuk who returned to the region after his release from detention has said he is ready

PM Modi writes to Nitish Kumar on Bihar Diwas, hails States rich culture and tradition

The Prime Minister said that a grand event was organised in Surat to mark the completion of 100 years of Bihars formation

Ukraine and US Delegates Hold Talks in Florida to Address Key Issues

Miami, March 22: Ukrainian and US delegations engaged in crucial discussions in Florida, focusing on specific issues and the next steps to resolv

BJPs AK Sai J Saravanankumar resigns after being denied Puducherry poll ticket

A Puducherry BJP leader has resigned from the party. AK Sai J Saravanankumar quit after not receiving a ticket for the upcoming Assembly election

Quebec court bars two men from sperm donation after claims of hundreds of offspring

A Quebec Superior Court has temporarily banned a father and son from donating sperm following allegations they fathered hundreds of children. A l

PM to Chair Ministerial Meeting to Review Energy Situation

The focus of the meeting is to ensure uninterrupted supply, stable logistics and efficient distribution across the country, and the government is

Milestone Rooted In Service, Hard Work: Amit Shah Lauds Modis Record 8,931 Days In Public Life

New Delhi, Mar 22: Terming it a milestone rooted in service, hard work and unwavering commitment, Home Minister Amit Shah on Sunday said that Nar

US LPG Cargo Ship From Texas Arrives At Mangaluru

Mangaluru (Karnataka), Mar 22: An LPG cargo ship from the US arrived at the New Mangalore Port on Sunday, amid the supply constraints due to the

West Asia conflict: PM Modi calls ministerial meeting to review energy situation

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will chair a crucial meeting Sunday evening. Senior ministers will review the petroleum, power, and fertiliser secto

West Asia Conflict: Modi Calls Ministerial Meeting To Review Energy Situation

New Delhi, Mar 22: Prime Minister Narendra Modi will chair a meeting Sunday evening with senior ministers to review to take stock of petroleum, p

DGP monitoring probe into rape case against self-styled godman, no one will be spared: Maharashtra CM Fadnavis

Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis assured a high-level inquiry, monitored by the DGP, into the rape case involving self-styled godman

Navratri food crackdown: Kuttu, singhara atta, sendha namak, laddoos seized in FSSAI raids across Haridwar, Mau, Ghaziabad and other districts

Authorities are intensifying food safety checks across Uttar Pradesh and Uttarakhand as Navratri celebrations begin, cracking down on adulterated

US-Based Techie Claims Indian Man Was Taken Off Flight Over Seat Change Dispute, Post Sparks Debate

The incident has triggered widespread discussion on social media regarding in-flight etiquette, with many users supporting Shanmugam's right to k

Power outage at government hospital in Cuddalore

The two-hour power outage struck the Intensive Care Unit and the General Ward

Jammu and Kashmirs Lieutenant Governor Launches Holy Gada Yatra for Navratri

Jammu, March 22: On the auspicious occasion of Navratri, Jammu and Kashmirs Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha visited the Kol Kandoli Temple. He pa

Puducherry Assembly election 2026: BJP announces candidates for nine seats in Union Territory

The list was announced by the BJP central office in Delhi following a high-level meeting presided by party national president Nitin Nabin

Shocking Murder of Elderly Man in Jharkhands Palamu District

Ranchi, March 22: A shocking incident has emerged from the Panki police area in Jharkhands Palamu district, where an elderly man was brutally mur

CEC Acting Under ExecutiveS Thumb, Says Oppositions Notice Seeking Gyanesh Kumars Removal

New Delhi, Mar 22: The notices moved by the opposition MPs in Parliament seeking the removal of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar have ac

Defense and Home Ministers Congratulate PM Modi on Historic Achievement

New Delhi, March 22: Prime Minister Narendra Modi has set a record as the longest-serving elected head of government in Indian political history.

Pentagon Drafts Plans For Possible US Ground Deployment In Iran: Report

High-level military commanders have reportedly put forward specific requests to ensure readiness as US President Donald Trump considers further a

Puducherry Assembly election 2026: BJP fields candidate for Karaikal South

The BJP had earlier released a first list of nine candidates that included Home Minister A. Namassivayam, Speaker R. Selvam, PML Kalyanasundaram,

India Inc sees supply chain strain from Middle East conflict, backs govt response

The West Asian conflict is disrupting global shipping, energy, and supply chains, impacting Indian companies with shipment delays and input press

DGP Monitoring Probe Into Rape Case Against Self-Styled Godman, No One Will Be Spared: Fadnavis

Nagpur, Mar 22: Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Sunday said that a high-level inquiry under the director general of police (DGP)

Former JD (U) leader KC Tyagi joins RLD

NEW DELHI, Mar 22: Former JD (U) leader KC Tyagi on Sunday joined the Rashtriya Lok Dal (RLD) in the presence of its president and Union minister

Three Bowlers Achieve Multiple Hat-Tricks in IPL History, Yuvraj Singh Among Them

New Delhi, March 22: The 19th season of the Indian Premier League (IPL) is set to kick off on March 28. The opening match will feature Royal Chal

Three nabbed for hoarding 74 LPG cylinders in Delhi's Mahipalpur

A case has been registered under relevant sections of the Essential Commodities Act and the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita at Vasant Kunj North police s

Robin Uthappa Highlights Bowling Challenges for SRH in IPL 2026

New Delhi, March 22: Former Indian cricketer Robin Uthappa has expressed concerns regarding the Sunrisers Hyderabads (SRH) bowling capabilities i

8,931 days milestone! PM Modi overtakes Pawan Kumar Chamling to become longest-serving head of government

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has become India's longest-serving head of government, completing 8,931 days in office. This milestone surpasses the

Six killed in Qatar helicopter crash due to technical malfunction, ministry says

Tragic news out of Qatar today, where a helicopter went down, killing all six people on board. Officials are pointing to a technical malfunction

TMC's Rs 300 tea wage pledge draws cautious industry response over sector viability

The Trinamool Congress pledged to increase tea garden worker wages to Rs 300. Industry stakeholders express caution, citing the sector's financia

Pilgrimage To Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine Resumes After Temporary Suspension Following Heavy Rush

Jammu, Mar 22: The pilgrimage to the Mata Vaishno Devi temple atop Trikuta hills in Jammu and Kashmirs Reasi district resumed on Sunday after its

Row erupts in Jagtial after eidgah demolition ahead of Eid

Hyderabad: Tension prevailed at Narsimhulapally village in Beerpur mandal of Jagtial district after right-wing activists allegedly demolished the

Modi becomes Indias longest-serving head of elected government with 8,931 days in office: A look at PM's key firsts and milestones

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has made history. He is now India's longest-serving head of an elected government. This milestone combines his time

Uri-Muzaffarabad Highway Blocked After Massive Landslide

Uri, Mar 22: The strategic Uri-Baramulla National Highway (NH-1), the only all-weather road connecting the border town of Uri to the rest of the

Director Manu Anthony Praises Young Actors for Their Energy on Set of Aja: Sundari

Chennai, March 22: Director Manu Anthony has expressed his admiration for the young actors involved in his film, Aja: Sundari. In a heartfelt let

BTS Makes a Spectacular Comeback on Netflix After Four-Year Military Break

Seoul, March 22: The globally renowned K-pop band BTS has made a triumphant return after a four-year hiatus due to military service. On March 21,

Telangana businessman, manager duped of Rs 2.33 Cr in cyber fraud

Hyderabad: A businessman and a manager of a private firm in Khammam were duped of Rs 2.34 crore in fake cryptocurrency and stock market investmen