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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 spou

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

Govt fixes wheat procurement target at 30.3 mn tonne for 2026-27

NEW DELHI, Mar 7: The Government has fixed the wheat procurement target at 30.3 million tonne for the 2026-27 Rabi Marketing Season (RMS), as per

Man who attempted to open fire on police during Operation Vajra Prahar arrested, in Vijayawada

Accused tried to escape by firing at police, but trigger might have got struck, said EAGLE IGP Ake Ravi Krishna

J&K | MLAs Propose Around 8,000 Works For 2025-26; 5,881 Projects Worth Rs 22,275 Crore Included

Jammu, Mar 7: Since the formation of the National Conference-led government in Jammu and Kashmir in 2024, as many as 5,881 development works wort

Man Held in Vijayawada for Trying to Open Fire on Police

A police team detained a person for moving under suspicious circumstances while checking Balaji hotel near a bus station in Vijayawada

Old Video Showing Man Shooting Himself Falsely Linked to Khameneis Death

We traced this video back to October 2024, while Khamenei was killed on 28 February.

Around 90% voters in Odisha mapped with 2002 electoral roll: CEO

The CEO on March 6 said this mapping process is expected to be completed within the next 15 days, and the target is fixed to achieve at least 95%

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

TMC to support no-confidence motion against Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla

New Delhi: The Trinamool Congress would support the no-confidence motion against Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla listed to be taken up when the Budget

Punjab: Most-wanted gangster Amritpal Singh detained at Moldova border

Gangster Amritpal Singh has been detained at the Moldova border. This follows an Interpol Red Notice requested by Punjab Police. Singh is wanted

Lifelong learning, ethics and compassion define a good doctor: Telangana Deputy CM at ACDS convocation

Hyderabad Emerging as Global Hub for AI-Driven Financial Innovation: Sridhar Babu

The Minister said artificial intelligence is transforming the role of technology in organisationsfrom a cost centre into a strategic value-creati

Maximum temperature in Telangana to be 3C to 4C above normal over next two days

Inside the Nepal campaign that could vault Balendra Shah to power

Emerging from the vibrant streets of Nepal, young rapper Balendra Shah is making waves with his political ambitions. His party, the Rastriya Swat

Farmers urged to focus on horticulture crops to get more income

Women the force that drives the world: T.N. CM Stalin

He extended greetings on the occasion of International Womens Day

Jamie Dunn, popular voice-over artist and puppeteer behind puppet Agro, dies aged 75; all you need to know

Beloved Australian entertainer Jamie Dunn, the voice and puppeteer behind the iconic puppet Agro, has passed away at 75. Dunn was a prominent fig

Hyderabad: Over 1,900 kg adulterated ginger-garlic paste seized, 4 held

Hyderabad: Police on Saturday, March 6, seized 1,915 kg of adulterated ginger-garlic paste in Hyderabad and arrested four people, including a wom

LPG price hiked by Rs 60, now each cylinder will cost Rs 913

New Delhi: Domestic cooking gas LPG price on Saturday, March 7, was hiked by a steep Rs 60 per cylinder, the second increase in rate in less than

PhonePes merchant network cross 47 million businesses ahead of IPO

DRHP reveals how fintech giant PhonePe is turning Indias largest merchant payment network into a diversified revenue engine spanning devices, len

EPS-95 pensioner to start 3-day protest for Rs 7,500 minimum pension

Pensioners under the Employees' Pension Scheme 1995 will protest at Jantar Mantar from March 9 to 11. They demand a minimum monthly pension of Rs

Hong Kong firm seeks $2 billion over Panama's takeover of 2 key canal ports

Panama's government last week seized control of the Balboa and Cristobal ports on each end of the Panama Canal, a crucial waterway for maritime t

Tomorrowland Thailand 2026: Tickets, hotel packages, eligibility and dates revealed

Tomorrowland Thailand: Tomorrowland has officially announced its first-ever Thai edition, scheduled to take place from December 11 to 13, 2026, a

Pregnant woman killed, husband injured as car hits two-wheeler near Maduranthakam

A speeding car allegedly hit the couples vehicle from behind, throwing them onto the road

U.S. Pentagon taps former DOGE official to lead its AI efforts

Gavin Kliger, in social media posts between October 2024 and January 2025, has voiced controversial views and reposted content from white suprema

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 J

Anbumani alleges 500-crore irregularities in regulated markets in T.N.; seeks probe

He alleged that the officials allegedly split works into smaller projects below 5 lakh to bypass approvals and audits

India FM S. Jaishankar Confirms An Iranian Naval Ship Is Docked At Kochi Port

External Affairs minister S. Jaishankar said the IRIS Lavan is docked in the southern city of Kochi after India granted permission when the vesse

Amid divorce news, Thalapathy Vijays wife takes another step

Hyderabad: The ongoing divorce dispute between Tamil actor and politician Vijay and his wife Sangeetha Sornalingam has taken a fresh turn. Sangee

Proposal for ropeway at Mullayyanagiri attracts criticism from environmentalists in Chikkamagaluru

They have opposed the proposal stating that any such development will harm the pristine nature and disturb the wildlife

DGP Nalin Prabhat Reviews Security, CT Operations And Law & Order Scenario In Awantipora

SRINAGAR, Mar 7 : Director General of J&K Police, Nalin Prabhat, chaired a comprehensive review meeting on Saturday to assess the overall securit

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

Irans President Defies US Demands While Apologising For Strikes On Neighbours

Dubai, Mar 7: Irans president said on Saturday that a demand by the United States for an unconditional surrender is a dream that they should take

Telangana: Robbers flee with Rs 1.6 lakh after ATM theft in Sangareddy

Hyderabad: Some unidentified robbers broke open an ATM machine in Telanganas Sangareddy district early on Saturday, March 7, and fled with Rs 1.6

Baghpats agriculture implements: A small manufacturing chain behind farm mobility

Baghpats small manufacturing units produce rims and tractor components that support agricultural transport across Uttar Pradesh.

Uttarakhand ranks first in country in effective implementation of new criminal laws

Uttarakhand has achieved the top rank nationally for implementing the Inter-Operable Criminal Justice System 2.0. This success highlights the sta

Veteran journalist Narayan Bareth passes away

Veteran journalist Narayan Bareth passed away in Jaipur after a cardiac arrest during pneumonia treatment. Bareth, who previously worked with the

Indias reliance on foreign ships a strategic risk: Sanjeev Sanyal

India's reliance on foreign vessels for trade presents a significant strategic challenge. With a major share of goods transported overseas, the e

Eating more fruits? Study reveals how your choices could be increasing pesticide levels in your blood

Invisible risks lurk on popular fruits in India. Pesticide residues are a growing health concern. Studies show these chemicals can enter the body

Lt Gen Dheeraj Seth to become Vice Chief of Army Staff on April 1

Lt Gen Sandeep Jain to be new Southern Army Commander

Holi dispute turns fatal in Delhi, communal tension grips Uttam Nagar

New Delhi: Holi celebration in Delhis Uttam Nagar turned violent after a clash between two communities resulted in the death of 26-year-old Tarun

Ranveer Singh Promises Revenge in Dhurandhar 2 Trailer, RGV Says 'Stratospheric Level'

The 3-minute-25-second trailer starts with Singh returning with ferocious intensity in dual avatars, Jaskirat Singh Rangi and Hamza Ali Mazari.

Mehbooba Mufti Urges PM To Evacuate J&K Students Stranded In Iran

SRINAGAR, Mar 7: Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) president Mehbooba Mufti on Saturday urged Prime Minister Narendra Modi to ensure the safe return

IND vs NZ T20 World Cup 2026 Finals: What happens if rain washes out Mar 8 Clash in Ahmedabad?

What happens if the India vs New Zealand T20 World Cup 2026 final is affected by rain? As Suryakumar Yadavs side prepares to defend their title a

'Was humane thing to do': EAM Jaishankar clarifies Indias stance on Iranian warship docking

India Exploring New Energy Options: Sources

Only around 40 per cent of India's crude imports pass through the Strait of Hormuz, while about 60 per cent are routed through other supply route

Santals contributions to freedom struggle not given due recognition: Prez

Darjeeling (WB), Mar 7: President Droupadi Murmu on Saturday said the contributions of the Santals to the countrys freedom struggle have not rece

Why International womens day is celebrated on March 8? Russian origin, 2026 theme and importance

International Womens Day 2026 is observed globally on March 8 to honor the social, economic, and political achievements of women while advocating

'Agents of Chaos': Autonomous AI Can Leak Data, Delete Files, Study Finds

A new study has revealed that the large language models (LLMs) can behave unpredictably when given autonomous access to digital tools.

Iran could be a forever war if the Kurds join the fight

A Kurdish ground insurgency against Iran could significantly change the course of the current conflict but may also risk creating a prolonged and

Four Held in Hyderabad for Making Adulterated Ginger-Garlic Paste

Task Force raid at Lalapet godown seizes 1,900 kg adulterated paste, chemicals and packing machinery

I Apologise: Iran President To Neighbouring Countries For Attacks Amid War

Iran war: Iran, for a week now, has been launching missiles to avenge the killing of its Supreme Leader Ayatollah Khamenei.

Rape Convict Gurmeet Ram Rahim Acquitted In 2002 Journalist Murder Case

This is the second time the high court has acquitted Ram Rahim Singh in a high-profile 2002 murder case linked to the Dera.

UP Scholarship status 2026: How and where to check payment updates? What pending/approve/rejected messages mean?

UP Scholarship Status Check kaise kare: Uttar Pradesh students can now track their scholarship application status online at scholarship.up.gov.in

China has unmatched industrial production system, but is undemocratic: Rahul Gandhi

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi observed China's industrial prowess. He noted its system is unmatched globally. However, he criticised China's coerc

Chinky, Chinese: The Everyday Racism Faced by People from Northeast India

The recent incident from Malviya Nagar of racial discrimination has reignited conversations around racism.

Pawan Kalyan To Promote Ustaad Bhagat Singh Ahead Of Release

Pawan Kalyan has also promised to complete the pending dubbing work soon.

52,360 people flown from Gulf to India till Friday midnight on 280 flights:' DGCA

Postal ballots first, colour candidate photos in Kerala polls: Chief Election Commissioner

New voting facilities are coming to Kerala. Voters can take mobile phones to polling station gates. Candidate photos will be on EVMs. Postal ball

Dubai Airport Suspends Operations After Interception

The announcement came shortly after the aerial interception of an object near the airport, with a witness telling AFP of a loud explosion followe

8 dead, flights disrupted and military deployed after heavy rains pound Kenya's capital overnight

Heavy rains in Kenya's capital, Nairobi, caused severe flooding. Eight people died, with some drowning and others electrocuted. Over 100 vehicles

Telangana launches Stand With Her campaign, promotes womens safety as a collective responsibility

Telangana Chief Minister urges youth to be ambassadors for womens safety

J&K Govt Orders Strict Invoice Checks for Work Contracts

JAMMU, Mar 7: The Jammu and Kashmir Government has directed all Drawing and Disbursing Officers (DDOs) to strictly adhere to financial rules whil

Mamata calls incoming Bengal Guv R N Ravi BJP cadre, alleges Bose was forced out

KOLKATA, Mar 7: West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Saturday alleged that incoming Governor R N Ravi is a BJP cadre and claimed that th

Helicopter with U.P. Dy CM onboard makes emergency landing in Lucknow

The chopper, with five persons including Mr. Maurya, his aide Vivek and two pilots, had taken off from Lucknow La Martiniere College ground helip

No, Delhi-Frankfurt Air India Flight Didnt Fly Over Iran Amid Ongoing Conflict

Air India has clarified that the claim is false and that they do not operate flights over restricted airspace.

International Womens Day History & Significance: How this day became a global celebration of women and why it matters

International Womens Day History, Significance: International Women's Day is observed on March 8 annually. This day celebrates women's contributi

Qatar says missile attack intercepted, threat in Doha eliminated

The Qatari government on Saturday issued a mobile phone alert warning residents of a heightened security threat in the capital, Doha

Consider abdominal obesity a vital sign in Asian Indians, doctors stress

Asian Indians characteristically develop abdominal obesity despite relatively normal BMI, a phenotype associated with higher insulin resistance,

Navjot Singh Sidhu calls Mohammad Amir dhongi baba, says empty vessels make the most noise

Former Pakistan pacer Mohammad Amir's T20 World Cup 2026 predictions about India have been proven wrong again. After India defeated England in th

Quote of the day by Barbie star Margot Robbie: The '60s are my favorite decade - with the Cold War, the women's movement

Margot Robbie is a celebrated actress with a notable career. She gained fame in Hollywood after starting in Australian television. Robbie starred

Emirates Airlines Cancels All Flights to and from Dubai

Passengers at Dubai International Airport, the world's busiest for international travel, heard a boom while sheltering in train tunnels at the ma

Luxury delivery at Allu Arjuns Hyderabad home: Rs 1.5 crore car

Hyderabad: Telugu superstar Allu Arjun has once again grabbed attention for his love of luxury cars. The actor recently added a brand-new high-en

Iceland To Increase Collaboration In Fisheries, Clean Energy With India

Companies from Iceland are keen to enhance collaborations with Indian firms in sectors such as fisheries, clean energy and innovation.

Pakistan's CDF Munir meets Saudi Arabia defence minister amidst escalating tensions in Middle East

Pakistan's top military official visited Saudi Arabia to discuss regional security. The meeting focused on Iran's attacks and a defense pact betw

Womens Day Special: Women make up 40% of IT workforce, so why are billion-dollar deals still dominated by men?

International Women's Day 2026: Despite strong female representation in the IT workforce, men continue to dominate multi-million dollar dealmakin

Irans president says US demand for unconditional surrender is dream that they should to take to their grave, reports AP

Irans president says US demand for unconditional surrender is dream that they should to take to their grave, reports AP The post Irans president

Long-haul carrier Emirates says all flights to and from Dubai have been suspended until further notice after attack, reports AP

Long-haul carrier Emirates says all flights to and from Dubai have been suspended until further notice after attack, reports AP The post Long-hau

Revanth Reddy to Inaugurate Restored Nalla Cheruvu in Kukatpally

Hydraa Commissioner AV Ranganath inspected the lake and reviewed the arrangements to be made for the programme.

Revanth Calls for Collective Responsibility on Womens Safety

Revanth Reddy calls for collective responsibility to protect women; says Telangana aims to become the safest state for women

'Not slowing down': US hits 3,000 Iran targets in first week as 'Operation Epic Fury' intensifies

Amir vs Kaif spat turns ugly: Pakistan bowler says main bas fielding pe cricket nahi khela

Former cricketers Mohammad Amir and Mohammad Kaif are engaged in a heated exchange over India's T20 World Cup campaign. Kaif accused Amir of seek

When cost stops being the barrier: The new chapter of Ozempic injection in India

The upcoming patent expiry for Ozempic in India is set to dramatically lower the cost of semaglutide, making this once-premium diabetes and weigh

All senior Opposition leaders believe Uddhavs re-election to legislative council is important: Raut

Mumbai, Mar 7: Forced to announce its support to Sharad Pawar for the lone winnable Rajya Sabha seat owing to coalition politics, the Shiv Sena (

T20 World Cup: India eye historic title defence against New Zealand in final

India plays New Zealand in the T20 World Cup final. The team aims to defend its title and win a third trophy. Captain Suryakumar Yadav seeks to c

Iran's president defies US demands while apologizing for strikes on neighbors

Iran's president has rejected a US demand for unconditional surrender. Intense fighting is ongoing as Iran targets Gulf Arab states. The United S

If Not In Politics, Would Have Probably Done Entrepreneurship In Aerospace: Rahul Gandhi

Thiruvananthapuram, Mar 7: Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Saturday said that if he was not in politics, he would probably be doing some entrepre

Piyush Chawla Reflects on Pressure, Motivation in Home Finals

Addressing Varun Chakaravarthy's recent struggles, Chawla noted that his tendency to bowl either too full or too short has hindered his effective

Talent, Ethics, Compassion are Core Principles of Medical Profession: Bhatti

The most important lesson the medical field teaches us is that learning never truly ends; Bhatti