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Chhattisgarh cabinet approves draft bill against forced religious conversions

Raipur: The Chhattisgarh cabinet has approved the draft of a bill aimed at preventing religious conversion through force, inducement, fraudulent

Motorists play blind mans buff on a major corridor in Chennai; and its median leaks bipeds and quadrupeds

Lack of lighting, except for a scatter of pathetically few high-mast lamps, and a ridiculously low median make Vandalur-KelambakkamRoad one of th

SC to rule on passive euthanasia plea of Ghaziabad man

New Delhi: In a significant judgment to be delivered on Wednesday, the Supreme Court will decide the fate of a Ghaziabad man who has been in a pe

A check dam on Musi to retain water for Gandhi Sarovar

Detailed project plans of the Musi rejuvenation and development are set to be unveiled by Chief Minister Revanth Reddy on March 13

Maharashtra considering social media ban for children under 16: CM

Mumbai: Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Tuesday, March 10, indicated that the state government is seriously considering measures

VIT-AP University to collaborate with EESL to promote energy efficiency on campus

The announcement was made during the ongoing Energy Conservation Week at the VIT-AP campus in Amaravati.

FBIs most wanted: USD 1 million reward for Indian man accused of killing wife

New York: The FBI is now offering a reward of up to USD 1 million, significantly increasing it from the previous amount of USD 250,000, for infor

Destroy, Deny, Weaken: White House's Latest On Iran War Objectives

The White House reiterated its objectives for its operations against Iran, which it said will focus on dismantling Tehran's missile capability, c

Telangana announces holidays for Shab-e-Qadr, Eid-ul-Fitr 2026

Hyderabad: The government of Telangana has declared holidays for Shab-e-Qadr, Jumatul-Vida, and Eid-ul-Fitr 2026. Although the holidays for Eid h

On Camera, 18-Year-Old Girl Dies After Dumper Hits Scooter In Pune

An 18-year-old girl was killed on the spot after a speeding dumper hit her scooter in Pune's Pimpri-Chinchwad area. The entire incident was recor

Allies in India Good Actors, Allowed Russian Oil Already at Sea: White House

Trump and Treasury Secretary Bessent back recognition of India's compliance with Russian oil sanctions.

Trump Announces New US Oil Refinery With Investment From Reliance

President Donald Trump said the US will get its first new oil refinery in 50 years with the help of investment from India's Reliance Industries L

Abhishek Banerjee hails SC order on voter list as democratic victory

Kolkata: Trinamool Congress national general secretary Abhishek Banerjee on Tuesday, March 10, said the intervention of the Supreme Court in the

About 140 US Military Personnel Wounded in Iran War: Pentagon

Seven US military personnel were also killed in Iranian attacks early in the conflict -- six in Kuwait and one in Saudi Arabia -- the US military

Afghanistan-SL series in UAE postponed amid Middle East crisis: Reports

Fans will have to wait a bit longer for the anticipated cricket showdown between Afghanistan and Sri Lanka, originally scheduled for March in the

Pam Bondi is said to move to military housing because of threats

Several Trump administration officials have moved to military bases near Washington. This includes Pam Bondi, who cited threats from drug cartels

India Comes To Bangladesh's Rescue Amid Diesel Shortage Fueled By Iran War

Amid improving bilateral relations, India has sent a major consignment of diesel to Bangladesh, which is facing a critical fuel shortfall due to

Saudi Arabia Says Intercepts Two Drones Heading to Oil Field

Two drones heading towards the Shaybah oil field were intercepted and destroyed, the ministry said

Stock Market LIVE: Gift Nifty Hints Lower Opening Amid Mixed Global Cues

Stock Market Today Live Updates: US stocks lost steam on Tuesday, with the S&P 500 giving up early gains to skid into negative territory.

'Leader of Propaganda': Nishikant Dubey targets Rahul Gandhi during LS debate; questions his foreign visits

BJP MP Nishikant Dubey criticized Rahul Gandhi, calling him the 'Leader of Propaganda'. He also targeted past decisions of Jawaharlal Nehru and I

UAE says it has six-month stockpile of essential goods

Dubai: The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has announced that it has a six-month strategic stockpile of essential goods, amid the conflict in West Asi

Vivid Sydney 2026: Drone show returns as harbour festival unveils full programme; everything you need to know

Vivid Sydney is returning in 2026 from May 22 to June 13. The festival will illuminate Sydney's waterfront with light displays, music, and food.

New Amrit Bharat Express trains to link Hyderabads Cherlapalli with Nagercoil, Kamakhya

Hyderabad: Indian Railways on Tuesday announced the introduction of two Amrit Bharat Express trains from Cherlapalli near Hyderabad one connecti

US Claims Destruction of 16 Mine-Laying Vessels Amid Iran's Threats

The U.S. has confirmed around 140 troops injured, while Iran's death toll surpasses 1,230.

LPG cylinder gas price today (March 11): Why is the Middle East war triggering LPG prices in India? Check rates in Delhi, Mumbai and other cities

LPG Gas price: The ongoing Middle East crisis has triggered a shortage of LPG prices in India. A few days back, the prices of domestic and commer

Kim Jong Un, daughter watch North Korea's cruise missile tests

The girl, reportedly named Kim Ju Ae and about 13, has accompanied her father at numerous prominent events, and is likely to be designated his he

How Trump and his advisers miscalculated Iran's response to war

The Trump administration underestimated Iran's reaction to military strikes. This led to Iran threatening to close the Strait of Hormuz, a vital

No shortage of LPG, says Andhra Pradesh Minister

Amaravati: There is no shortage of LPG in Andhra Pradesh, and there is no need for people to be worried, said state Minister for Food and Civil S

US destroys 16 Iranian vessels near Strait of Hormuz amid intensifying USIsraelIran war

The war involving Iran, Israel and the United States (US) entered its 12th day on Wednesday, March 11, marked by continued missile exchanges, hei

Iran Revolutionary Guards say targeted US bases in Bahrain, Iraqi Kurdistan

Iran's Revolutionary Guards launched a significant missile strike targeting US bases in Bahrain and Iraqi Kurdistan early Wednesday. Iranian medi

Holi drive: Food safety teams inspect 140 establishments in Telangana

Hyderabad: In an effort to ensure safe food for consumers during the Holi festival, the Food Safety department, Telangana, conducted a statewide

Israel rejects Lebanon's request for cessation in fighting to allow for talks: Report

Israel has reportedly rejected Lebanon's diplomatic efforts to cease its offensive against Hezbollah, insisting on negotiations under fire. Disag

Iran War: Air India to operate 58 flights to and from West Asia on March 11

Full-service carrier Air India and its low-cost subsidiary Air India Express on Tuesday said they will together operate a total of 58 scheduled a

Trump's shifting timeline for how long the Iran war will last

The Biden administration has approached the tensions with Iran with a cautiously optimistic viewpoint. Early pronouncements hinted at a brief eng

More women deleted from rolls in most States after SIR

Tamil Nadu is the only major State where the gender ratio improved slightly, despite the State recording one of the largest reductions in total e

Iran says four of its diplomats were killed in weekend strike on Beirut hotel

Iran has accused Israel of a errorist attack after a weekend strike on a Beirut hotel killed four of its diplomats. Tehran's UN mission stated t

America is an oil exporter. Why does a Mideast war raise US gas prices?

The US is currently grappling with rising gasoline prices, a direct consequence of unrest in the Persian Gulf region. This turmoil has not only a

Sivaji Ganesans gift of baby elephant to American children and his U.S. visit as state guest

Sivaji Ganesan was invited to the United States as part of the U.S.India Cultural Exchange Programme. During the trip, Sivaji was treated as a st

2 more from Iranian womens football team granted asylum in Australia

Two more members of the Iranian womens football team were granted asylum in Australia before their teammates departed the country, Australian Hom

Israel Says Iran Is Using Cluster Munitions. What To Know About The Weapons

Israel says Iran has been firing cluster munitions throughout their 10-day war adding a complicated and deadly challenge to Israel's already-str

Trump aide calls India good actor on Russian oil purchase

In a noteworthy development, India has gained temporary authorization from American authorities to source Russian oil. This decision is a respons

Iran says Carries Out Strikes on US, Israeli Targets: State Media

The barrage was he most intense and heaviest since the start of the war, lasting three hours

West Asia Situation Prompts Airlines to Revise Operational Strategies

Indian carriers are increasing flights from West Asia.

Quote of the day by Steve Jobs: You have to trust in something - your gut, destiny, life, karma, whatever; this approach has never

Success often stems from trusting your instincts and believing in a path, even when it's unclear, rather than waiting for definitive proof. Steve

Where are Benjamin Netanyahu and his brother Iddo Netanyahu? Iranian media pushes shocking theories about Israeli PM's whereabouts

Benjamin Netanyahu news: Multiple social media posts are going viral with claims that Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu has been killed by an Iranian

Gig workers at risk as IsraelUSIran war disrupts LPG and CNG supply chains

Hyderabad: The Telangana Gig and Platform Workers Union (TGPWU) and the Indian Federation of App-Based Transport Workers (IFAT) have raised conce

Preventive healthcare beyond hospitals; Mozarks $40M fundraise

Healthtech startup Remidio's devices allow frontline healthcare workers to conduct eye screenings using smartphones. Digital experience testing a

Trump calls Mark Carney future governor of Canada in latest Truth Social post, rekindling jabs at Canadian leadership

US President Donald Trump has again called Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney the 'future Governor of Canada'. This follows previous instances w

Centre Working to Resolve Commercial LPG Shortage: Shobha Karandlaje Urges Calm

She said the government is closely monitoring the situation and coordinating with relevant ministries to minimise the impact on businesses and ci

Air India, Subsidiary Set to Operate 58 Flights to West Asia March 11

Air India and Air India Express will operate flights to West Asia on March 11 in response to the geopolitical climate.

Drone strike hits US diplomatic facility in Iraq, reports Washington Post

A drone struck a major U.S. diplomatic facility near Baghdad airport on Tuesday, with five other drones reportedly shot down. The attack is suspe

Viral non-veg photo triggers mob attack on Kanpur temple priest

Kanpur: A priest, who was allegedly mobbed here after a purported photograph of him eating non-vegetarian food went viral, has been expelled from

How the U.S.-Israel conflict with Iran is exposing Indias LPG dependence | Data

The ongoing conflict in the region has disrupted supplies, forcing price hikes and emergency measures which could fall on Indian oil marketing co

Iran-Israel war LIVE: Saudi Arabia intercepts ballistic missiles as new attacks reported; Israel launches new strikes on Beirut's suburbs

The U.S. military said it took out multiple Iranian vessels on Tuesday as the Islamic Republic vowed to block the regions oil exports

Indian Navy Invites Applications For Agniveer Recruitment 2027

The Indian Navy invites applications for Agniveer SSR, MR, and SSS Medical Sailor posts for 2027 from March 14 to April 6, 2026, with exams in Ma

North Korea Expresses Respect for Iran's New Supreme Leader Choice

This comes amid ongoing US-South Korea military drills, which Pyongyang perceives as a threat.

Today host Sarah Abo gets emotional announcing pregnancy with first child at 39 on live TV

Today presenter Sarah Abo announced her pregnancy with her first child, a baby boy, on live television. The news comes after years of fertility s

LIVE: Trump Warns Iran Over Strait of Hormuz Mines

Trump said that if Iran had deployed mines in the Strait of Hormuz, they should be removed immediately

Foreign National Run Over By Speeding Audi While Crossing Road In Punjab

A tragic late-night road accident in Punjab's Zirakpur claimed the life of a foreign woman after a speeding Audi car allegedly ran her over on VI

Microsoft Calls for Pentagon to Halt Blacklisting of Anthropic AI Firm

Microsoft argues that this unprecedented action threatens the AI ecosystem and military readiness.

Iran's new leader, still silent, was elevated by the Revolutionary Guards

Iran's Revolutionary Guards have reportedly pushed for Mojtaba Khamenei's selection as the new supreme leader, viewing him as more amenable to th

Consequences never seen before: Trump warns Iran over mines in Strait of Hormuz shipping route

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Macron to host G7 leaders call on Iran crisis, energy prices

Benchmark oil prices surged to almost four-year highs on March 9 but prices plummeted 11% on March 10

Morning Digest: U.S. destroys 16 Iranian mine-laying vessels near Strait of Hormuz; Gas from new sources will end shortage in India, say Govt. sources, and more

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US destroys mine-laying vessels as Trump warns Iran over Strait of Hormuz

American forces destroyed sixteen Iranian vessels near the Strait of Hormuz. President Trump demanded Iran remove any mines from the waterway. Th

Dhurandhar 2 sees strong buzz

1.5 lakh tickets sold for paid previews A week before Dhurandhar returns on the big screen with part two, the film is generating strong interest

Trump Announces Reliance investment to Build American Oil Refinery

Trump made the announcement via his Truth Social platform, saying the company America First Refining would construct the new facility at the Port

Ustaad Bhagat Singh cleared for release

The Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) has cleared director Harish Shankars action entertainer Ustaad Bhagat Singh, featuring actor Pawan

Oil Prices Decline Following IEA Proposal to Release Strategic Reserves

As geopolitical tensions rise with the Iran war, crude oil prices have dipped following a report of the IEA's plan for a significant release of o

Bumrah,Chandraand the electricity of the unorthodox

We must ask ourselves if there is such a thing as an unplayable ball, which by definition is successful one hundred percent of the time

Question Missing in Inter EM Physics-II Paper

The two-mark problem did not appear in the English medium question paper.

Blatant Violation: Russian Consulate In Iran Damaged In Strikes

Russia's consulate in the Iranian city of Isfahan was damaged in shelling earlier this week, Russian Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Maria Zakharova

At least six dead after postal bus bursts into flames in Switzerlands Kerzers

Authorities said in a statement that an unspecified voluntary act could be the cause of the fire.

Will US get a new oil refinery for the first time in 50 years, and where will this facility come up? $300 billion refinery plan explained. Here's why the announcement is happening now

Will US get a new oil refinery for the first time in 50 years, and where will this facility come up? The United States may see a new oil refinery

Kashmir banks on almond and tulip blooms to revive tourism hit after Pahalgam terror attack

J&K Chief Minister Omar Abdullah is set to inaugurate a spring festival later this week at Srinagars Badamwari, an almond garden that offers mesm

Understanding Indias Position on Iran and Israel

Prof Virender Koundal virender_koundal@rediffmail.com In recent weeks, some opposition groups and a few activists in different parts of India, in

6 Killed, 5 Injured As Bus Catches Fire In Switzerland: Cops

A bus caught fire in western Switzerland on Tuesday killing at least six people and injuring five others in what police said may have been a deli

Unified Building Bye-Laws in J&K Need Context-Sensitive Amendments

Vishal Abrol arvabrol@trikonearchitects.com Building bye-laws form the backbone of urban planning and regulated development. They are statutory i

The Sinking of IRIS Dena Strategy, Legality and the Expanding Theatre of War

Robin S Mehta robinmehta33@gmail.com The recent torpedoing of the Iranian warship Dena in the Indian Ocean has brought into sharp focus the widen

Airtel extends connectivity to remote Marwah area

Excelsior Correspondent KISHTWAR, Mar 10: Bharti Airtel Airtel, one of Indias leading telecommunication service providers, today announced the ex

FICCI FLO JKL hosts Samriddhi to celebrate women empowerment initiatives

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Mar 10: FICCI FLO Jammu Kashmir & Ladakh (JKL) chapter hosted Samriddhi, a special event celebrating a year of imp

Rahul attacking institutions as he can't win polls: Kiren Rijiju

Watch: US Says It Destroyed 16 Iranian Mine-Laying Boats Near Hormuz Strait

The US military said Tuesday it has destroyed 16 Iranian mine-laying vessels ear the Strait of Hormuz, following reports Tehran is mining the ke

UAE confirms six-month strategic stockpile of essential goods

Policy covers nine key commodities: cooking oil, eggs, dairy products, rice, sugar, poultry, legumes, bread, and wheat, whose prices cannot be in

Om Birla's behaviour partisan, LoP cut off 20 times: Gaurav Gogoi

NCERT apologises for 'judicial graft' chapter, pulls out Class VIII book

Country never saw such irresponsible oppn: Amit Shah

Volleyball tournament organised by police concludes

Excelsior Sports Correspondent JAMMU, Mar 10: The volleyball tournament organised by Jammu Police under the Civic Action Programme 2025-26 conclu

Jaishankar discusses West Asia crisis with German, South Korean counterparts; focus on energy security

NEW DELHI, Mar 10: External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Tuesday spoke to his German and South Korean counterparts as New Delhi ramps up dipl