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March 19, 2025
Nagpur violence pre-meditated, says Fadnavis
Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Tuesday said the violence in Nagpur appears to be premeditated and the mob had targeted specific houses, and stated that the film \"Chhaava\" reignited people's emotions against Aurangzeb.
1 min
Class 6 Student Gang-Raped in Alirajpur, Five Arrested
A Class 6 student was gang-raped by five youths in a village in Alirajpur district, police officials said on Tuesday.
1 min
Youth Murder: Police Yet To Identify Actual Perpetrators
A new development has emerged in the Adil Khan murder case as a video of the brutal attack has been circulating on social media.
1 min
Mayor Unhappy With Delayed Actions
Helpline: 607 Complaints of Feb Yet To Be Resolved
1 min
Holi get-together under guise of Krishi Vigyan Mela
Held at dist panchayat chairman's farmhouse
1 min
Bandh in Satna, Maihar to protest Mauganj incident
Rewa and its adjoining areas remained tense on Tuesday when various religious and social organisations tried to enforce bandh in Rewa, Satna and Maihar.
1 min
Cong Won't Cross Double Digit Mark in Next Assembly Election
The state food and civil supplies minister Govind Singh Rajput took Leader of Opposition Umang Singhar on target by asserting that if Singhar continued with his criticism, then Congress won't be able to cross the double digit mark in the next Assembly election.
1 min
Man Sentenced to 20-Yr Jail for Rape
Vimlesh alias Batra has been sentenced to 20 years of rigorous imprisonment for the rape of a minor girl.
1 min
Major challenge: Meeting sanitation standards in city
Swachh Survekshan-2024
1 min
Blind Cricketers Triumph Over Sighted Players in Inspiring Match
Shivaji Trophy Cricket Tournament Held to Send Out Message - Talent, Passion Not Bound by Physical Limits
1 min
Congress submits complaint to EOW against minister
Leader of Opposition (LoP) Umang Singhar submitted a complaint against minister Govind Singh Rajput, accusing him of amassing properties worth thousands of crores, to EOW here on Tuesday.
1 min
Smart City buildings worth Rs 116 cr inaugurated
ANNOUNCEMENT | Campus named after ex-PM Atal Behari Vajpayee
1 min
Service by doctors in autonomous institution will not be counted: Shukla
Deputy Chief Minister Rajendra Shukla in Vidhan Sabha on Tuesday said that the service done by doctors in autonomous institution will not be counted with the new service.
1 min
Cabinet Nod to Aviral Nirmal Narmada Scheme
The Cabinet has given its nod for the implementation of Aviral Nirmal Narmada scheme on Tuesday.
1 min
150 Tribal Youngsters Chase Football Dream in Mandla's 'Mini Argentina'
From Village to the Field | Girls and boys from around 35 villages are being provided free training, lodging, boarding at residential school-cum-academy in village Mohgaon
2 mins
No age relaxation, attempt for EWS in UPSC: High Court
Only Caste notified in central list will remain for purpose of reservation/ relaxation/ concession in service under Union: Court
2 mins
Mohan, Shivraj most credible leaders of MP
LoP is also asking questions to AI Leader of Opposition Umang Singhar is also asking questions to AI. He wanted to know the reasons for industrialists keeping away from setting up units in MP even after making promises. The reply was: the industrialists promise to invest in the state for publicity and encouragement, but only 20% of promises made to them are fulfilled. Economic transformation and other impediments have also come in the way, Grok said.
1 min
Oppn, ruling party legislators raise corruption in Jal Jeevan Mission
MLAs corner government over payment to contractors without any work, delay in the project, lack of quality
1 min
Govt ignored poor, farmer, youth in Budget: LoP
Criticizing the Budget, Leader of Opposition Umang Singhar said that the government has neglected farmers, youth, and the poor.
1 min
Preparations Underway for CM Visit
Preparations have started for the visit of Chief Minister Mohan Yadav on March 25 in Susner.
1 min
Man dies in road accident
Residents demand speed-breaker
1 min
Man Dies in Road Accident
Residents Demand Speed-Breaker
1 min
Council Meeting Cancelled Due To Ruckus
Municipal council meeting, called to discuss and approve the budget of Rs 93 crores, was abruptly cancelled due to disturbances caused by BJP councillors.
1 min
Unexplained fire incidents stump Jalodiya villager
A farmer's family has been troubled by mysterious fires in Jalodiya village of Alot.
1 min
Proposal Passed for 'One Nation, One Election'
MIC meeting, chaired by Mayor Prahlad Patel, has unanimously approved the proposal for 'One Nation, One Election'.
1 min
MLA Baghel's Birthday Celebrated With Grandeur
The birthday of MLA and former minister Honey Baghel was celebrated with great enthusiasm in his native village, Talawadi, on Monday.
1 min
Neelgai problem raised in Assembly
They are damageing crops and causing accidents
1 min
Six Projects Approved Under Re-densification Scheme
Development | Minister Kailash Vijayvargiya Informed MLA Rajendra Pandey About The Projects
1 min
Low water level at Ralawati Dam worries council president
Municipal Council president Basanti Bai Yadav inspected Ralawati Dam recently to address concerns over declining water levels and to prevent a potential water crisis for city residents during summer.
1 min
80-Yr-Old Widow Brutally Assaulted
Approaches SP for Justice
1 min
Krishi Upaj Mandi, Khetia to become e-Mandi on Mar 20
Krishi Upaj Mandi Samiti, Khetia will become an e-Mandi on March 20, 2025, informed mandi secretary Deepak Paliwal.
1 min
Traffic Diversion for Rang Panchami
City Traffic Police have announced a traffic diversion plan for Rang Panchami procession to ensure smooth flow of the event on Wednesday.
1 min
Braj, Mainpuri Holi at Hori Ho Brajraj
More than 75 artistes of Puru Kathak Academy showcased Holi of Braj and Mainpur through their performance at a concert, Hori Ho Brajraj, at Indira Gandhi National Manav Sangrahalaya on Tuesday evening.
1 min
Mobile snatching gang: 2 held with stolen goods worth Rs 3.5L
Ayodhya Nagar police busted a mobile snatching gang and arrested two persons with eight stolen mobile phones and a motorcycle worth Rs. 3.5 lakh.
1 min
20-yr-old girl kills self
NEET pressure
1 min
Mass Wedding Ceremony on Apr 16
A mass wedding ceremony will be organised on the premises of Government Model School under the Mukhya Mantri Kanyadaan Yojna on April 16.
1 min
Nursery classes in govt schools under NEP
Hand Over-Take Over to start; Pravesh Utsav from April 1
1 min
13 Properties of Tax Defaulters Attached
BMC Crackdown | Action to Recover Outstanding Dues
1 min
Three-day health check-up camp begins
A three-day health check-up camp commenced on Tuesday at the Allopathic Hospital located within the Chhattisgarh Legislative Assembly campus.
1 min
1,200-page charge sheet filed against four accused
Bijapur Additional Superintendent of Police (ASP) Mayank Gurjar has announced that a 1,200-page charge sheet has been filed against four individuals—contractor Suresh Chandrakar, Ritesh Chandrakar, Dinesh Chandrakar, and Mahendra Ramteke—in connection with the murder of journalist Mukesh Chandrakar.
1 min
Katghora Police Seize 500 Kg of Cannabis Worth ₹1 Crore
Katghora police of Korba district in Chhattisgarh have achieved a major breakthrough by seizing a massive 500 kg consignment of cannabis from a container vehicle.
1 min
Cong MLAs Walk Out Over Recruitment Rules
Congress MLAs staged a walkout from the Chhattisgarh Legislative Assembly on Tuesday, expressing dissatisfaction with Deputy Chief Minister Arun Sao's response regarding the eligibility criteria for the recruitment of Sub Engineers (Civil) in the Public Health Engineering Department.
1 min
Mandatory Police Verification of Foreign Students Must
Sanjay Singh Thakur, President of the Chhattisgarh RTI Activist Association, has urged the state government to make police verification mandatory for foreign students studying in universities across the capital.
1 min
Congress MLAs Walk Out Over Unsatisfactory Reply
Congress MLAs walked out of the Chhattisgarh Legislative Assembly on Tuesday, expressing dissatisfaction with Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kedar Kashyap's response regarding the sale of duplicate pesticides allegedly manufactured by Amway in Mahasamund district.
1 min
Congress DP Member Joins BJP
Sandeep Yadu, an elected District Panchayat member from Raipur District Panchayat Area No. 01, who had previously won on a Janata Congress (Jogi) ticket, officially joined the BJP in presence of State President Kiran Singh Dev.
1 min
E-auction of 44 mineral blocks: India's first Lithium block auctioned
Chhattisgarh has witnessed a significant boost in mineral revenue through transparent policies, e-auctions, and environmentally responsible mining.
1 min
Install CCTV cameras in all medical shops
Mahasamund Superintendent of Police Ashutosh Singh mandated the installation of CCTV cameras in all medical shops to enhance surveillance.
1 min
CM Sai Briefs on Bastar Development Roadmap
PM Modi Visit | To Launch Development Works
1 min
Provisional anti-dumping duty on Chinese aluminium foil
The Indian government has imposed a provisional anti-dumping duty on the import of Chinese aluminium foil for six months, the finance ministry said in a notification late on Monday.
1 min
Gilts surge on lower state bond cut-off yields
Prices of government bonds ended sharply higher on Tuesday after cut-off yields at the second-largest state bond auction on record were lower than expected, dealers said.
1 min
Indonesian stocks fall 7%
Indonesia's stock market halted trading on Tuesday for the first time since 2020 after the benchmark Jakarta Stock Exchange Composite Index plunged more than 7% from the previous day's close, reigniting concerns over economic stability and consumer sentiment, media agencies reported.
1 min
Gold Continues Record Run, Breaches ₹91k Level
Gold prices climbed by Rs 500 to hit another record high of Rs 91,250 per 10 grams in the national capital on Tuesday driven by sustained buying by stockists and retailers amid a strong trend overseas, according to the All India Sarafa Association.
1 min
S'pore, India exploring pact on green digital shipping corridor
Singapore and India are exploring signing of a Letter of Intent (LoI) for a green digital shipping corridor (GDSC), which is expected to link the Indian marine sector to the global network.
1 min
Markets Extend Rally on Hopes of Better Macroeconomic Data
The BSE benchmark index Sensex jumped 1,131 points to reclaim the 75,000-mark on Tuesday and the NSE Nifty surged 325.55 points to 22,834.30.
1 min
Private Sector Is In Better Position To Invest
Crisil report.
1 min
Morgan Stanley trims FY26 inflation view, sees another 50 bps of rate cuts
The RBI projects CPI inflation at 4.2% for FY26
1 min
Believe in Make in India, it is giving good results: FM
Says, took multiple steps to strengthen manufacturing sector
1 min
Imports of solar cells and modules declined by 20% and 57% in 1st 8 months of 2024-25
Several factors, including the expansion of domestic manufacturing capacity and the government's proactive measures, have over the past years contributed to a positive change in India's overall solar landscape.
1 min
India, New Zealand aim to conclude FTA in 60 days
New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon on Tuesday said he looks forward to signing a free trade agreement with India in 60 days, a move which is expected to increase bilateral trade by 10 times over ten years.
1 min
RBI, Bank of Mauritius Sign Pact on Use of Local Currencies for Bilateral Transactions
Reserve Bank and the Bank of Mauritius (BOM) have signed a pact for establishing a framework to promote the use of the Indian Rupee and the Mauritian Rupee (MUR) for cross-border transactions.
1 min
MGM University to host fashion show 'Kaleidoscope 2025' on March 24
Fashion enthusiasts, designers, students, parents and industry insiders are invited to experience an unforgettable evening of style, creativity, and elegance at Annual Fashion Show, \"Kaleidoscope 2025\".
1 min
Alphabet to Buy Cybersecurity Startup Wiz for $32 Billion
Google owner Alphabet will buy cybersecurity startup Wiz for USD 32 billion.
1 min
JNPA crosses 7 million TEUs
JNPA's TEUs have crossed 7 million, recording a remarkable achievement in its journey.
1 min
Mercedes May Hike Vehicle Prices in April if Rupee Continues to Slide Against €
Mercedes-Benz India may increase prices of its model range in April if the rupee continues to weaken against the euro, Managing Director & CEO Santosh Iyer said on Tuesday.
1 min
Air India expects to complete refit of wide body planes by mid 2027: CEO
Air India, which has embarked on a transformation path, expects to complete the upgradation of all legacy wide body aircraft by mid 2027, its chief Campbell Wilson said on Tuesday and mentioned that the aviation market worldwide is likely to remain \"supply constrained\" for another four to five years.
1 min
Reliance Exported €724 Mn Worth of Fuel Made From Russian Oil to US
Billionaire Mukesh Ambani's Reliance Industries Ltd is estimated to have earned 724 million euros (about Rs 6,850 crore) from exporting fuel made from Russian crude oil to the US in one year, an European think tank said in a report.
1 min
Rights petitions against AGEL projects in Sri Lanka withdrawn
Five fundamental rights petitions filed against the Adani Green Energy projects in the northeastern region of Sri Lanka have been withdrawn by the petitioners.
1 min
Govt to transfer 34% of FY25 extra spending grant into oil reserve fund
The finance ministry, which is set to use the entire Oil Industry Development Fund to finance part of fertiliser subsidy and Liquified Petroleum Gas subsidy in 2025-26 (Apr-Mar), will transfer INR 177.30 billion into the reserve fund out of net additional INR 514.63 billion sought in the second batch of the Supplementary Demand for Grants for FY25.
1 min
IndiGo has great opportunity to address long haul market: CEO
With internationalisation as a key focus area, IndiGo chief Pieter Elbers on Tuesday said the airline has a great opportunity to address the long haul flight services market from India.
1 min
LIC to buy stake in a health insurer before March 31: CEO
Life insurance behemoth LIC is confident of buying a stake in a health insurer in the next two weeks, its chief executive Siddhartha Mohanty said on Tuesday.
1 min
India AI Mission, Parliament ink pact for local AI tech, GPU chip in 3-5 yrs
India AI Mission has signed an agreement with Parliament to leverage the latter's data for the development of an indigenous artificial intelligence technology, Union minister Ashwini Vaishnaw said on Tuesday.
1 min
IndusInd Intl Holdings Acquires Debt-Ridden Reliance Capital
After a long wait, IndusInd International Holdings Ltd (IIHL) has completed the transaction to acquire debt-ridden Reliance Capital of Anil Dhirubhai Ambani Group by transferring the entire bid amount to lenders, IIHL Chairman Ashok P Hinduja said on Tuesday.
1 min
LG Electronics India gets SEBI nod for IPO
LG Electronics India Ltd, a subsidiary of the South Korean chaebol LG, and manpower and toll plaza management services provider Innovision Ltd have received Sebi's approval to raise funds through Initial Public Offerings (IPOs), an update with the capital markets regulator showed on Tuesday.
1 min
IPO Slowdown 2025: Why Companies Are Holding Back!
At present, the Indian stock market is going through a correction phase, leading to significant losses for investors and a noticeable slowdown in the primary market.
1 min
Bulls come back on fresh momentum
Nifty Index opened with a strong gap-up of over 150 pts, surpassing its resistance level of 22660.
2 mins
Scribe Murder: Charge Sheet Filed Against Contractor and Three Others
A charge sheet was filed on Tuesday against four accused, including a construction contractor, in journalist Mukesh Chandrakar's murder case in a court in Chhattisgarh's Bijapur district.
1 min
Upset Over Divided Affection, Minor Kills 4-Month-Old Cousin Sister
A 12-year-old girl on Tuesday confessed to having killed her four-month-old cousin sister by throwing her into a well near Kannur in Kerala.
1 min
Opposition Slams PM Over Manipur; BJP Defends Govt's Response
Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Tuesday accused the Congress of neglecting violence in Manipur when it was in power and claimed that the Narendra Modi government has \"shown greater sensitivity and care\" for the state and was committed to restoring normalcy there.
1 min
Chhaava film reignited violence, says Fadnavis
COMPLETE MAYHEM| Curfew has been imposed in several areas of Nagpur after a protest against Mughal emperor Aurangzeb's tomb on Monday
1 min
Mass boycott plan by Raj cops over salary issues
The Rajasthan police personnel are planning mess boycott over salary and promotion issues, however the Director General of Police (DGP) of the state has termed it indiscipline and has directed to take strict action against the policemen doing so.
1 min
Pak woman Seema Haider welcomes baby in India
Seema Haider, the Pakistani woman who made headlines for crossing borders illegally to be with her Indian lover, Sachin Meena, has now stepped into a new chapter of her life—motherhood.
1 min
Uproar in House over job scam; Congress stages walkout
The ongoing budget session of the Haryana assembly on Tuesday witnessed heated arguments between the ruling BJP and the principal opposition party Congress MLAs over the issue of examination leaks and irregularities in the recruitments, leading the latter to stage a walkout from the House.
1 min
Court dismisses Patkar's plea for new witness
A Delhi court on Tuesday dismissed a plea by activist Medha Patkar to examine a new witness in her 2000 defamation case against Delhi Lieutenant Governor V. K. Saxena and said the judicial process couldn't be \"held hostage to such tactics.\"
1 min
EC Moves to Link Voter ID with Aadhaar Card
The Election Commission of India (ECI) has announced its decision to link Voter ID cards (EPIC) with Aadhaar to remove ineligible voters, including illegal immigrants.
1 min
ED Raids of Soros' Foundation, Amnesty
The sleuths of the Enforcement Directorate (ED) began conducting raids in Bengaluru against George Soros' Foundation and linked NGOs at eight locations on Tuesday under the Foreign Exchange Management Act (FEMA).
1 min
Thousands crying: SC talks of CBI probe into homeowners' troubles
It has also been alleged that the homebuyers were used as a medium to get the loans sanctioned. When the buyers objected, the banks initiated action against them, it has been alleged
1 min
Modi Lauds Maha Kumbh As A Defining Moment
Bitter Truth: Oppn Slams PM For Not Speaking On Maha Kumbh Tragedy
2 mins
TMC Cautions MLA Kabir Over Provocative Remarks
The TMC legislative party on Tuesday cautioned its member Humayun Kabir to not make provocative and communally sensitive remarks in public and directed him to abide by party discipline.
1 min
Rabri Devi, Tej Pratap Appear Before ED in Land-for-Jobs Case
Former Bihar chief minister Rabri Devi and her MLA son Tej Pratap Yadav on Tuesday appeared before the Enforcement Directorate, which has also summoned her husband and RJD president Lalu Prasad for questioning in the land-for-jobs money laundering case, official sources said.
1 min
Rahul, Priyanka Call Telangana BC Quota Hike Revolutionary Step
Congress leaders Rahul Gandhi and Priyanka Gandhi Vadra have said the government in Telangana has fulfilled the promise of enhancing reservations to the Backward Classes, and termed it a revolutionary step towards social justice.
1 min
Raj teacher suspended for controversial remarks on Holika Dahan
Disclosure of voter turnout data
2 mins
Indian Rlys providing 47% travel subsidy to passengers
Indian Railways is providing more subsidy to passengers as the cost of travel per km by train is Rs 1.38 but passengers are charged only 73 paise—meaning 47 percent subsidy, Union Minister of Railways Ashwini Vaishnaw has informed.
1 min
Professor on run
UP SHOCKER | Proctor faces sex abuse charges
1 min
Lankan Navy arrests three Tamil Nadu fishermen
The Sri Lankan Navy arrested three fishermen from Thangachimadam in Tamil Nadu's Ramanathapuram district on Tuesday accusing them of crossing the International Maritime Boundary Line (IMBL).
1 min
AAP MLA Evicted from Gujarat Assembly
A legislator from the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) was evicted from the Gujarat legislative assembly on Tuesday after he arrived wearing a t-shirt with a sticker against land survey and refused to remove it.
1 min
SC Peeved Over Rejection of Bail Pleas by Trial Courts
The Supreme Court has expressed dismay over rejection of bail pleas by trial courts in \"not very serious cases\" despite the completion of investigations.
1 min
Ban on Neja Mela in Sambhal: Local residents support move
The Uttar Pradesh administration has refused to grant permission for the annual 'Neja Mela' in Sambhal, citing concerns over its historical context and objections from some sections of society.
1 min
MVA & Mahayuti Trade Blows a Day After Violence in Nagpur
Aurangzeb Saga | Opposition Says Situation in the State Is Worsening; MLAs From Ruling Alliance Accuse Some People of Glorifying Mughal Ruler
1 min
Rane pins the blame on 'one community'
BJP leader and minister of ports Nitesh Rane has alleged that the recent violence in Nagpur was meticulously pre-planned and executed by anti-social elements.
1 min
City Gets New Collector
Anchal Goyal, an IAS of the 2014 batch will be the new district collector for the Mumbai City district.
1 min
CM: Gadget to Track Foreign Drug Peddlers
Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis informed the state legislative assembly on Tuesday that the state government is contemplating tracking foreign nationals on parole in narcotics cases using an electronic gadget.
1 min
Won't tolerate Aurangzeb's glorification
The Vishwa Hindu Parishad (VHP) on Tuesday said it won't tolerate any attempts to glorify Aurangzeb and claimed the violence in Nagpur a day before was pre-planned.
1 min
GIS mapping for biometric survey of slums, says SRA
Eligibility of slum dwellers, known as a complex and tedious process, will henceforth be automated, thanks to a decision by the state government.
1 min
Shinde's Big Claim: Uddhav Sought Relief by Bowing Before PM
Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde on Tuesday made a sensational claim in the Legislative Council, accusing former chief minister Uddhav Thackeray of bowing before Prime Minister Narendra Modi in Delhi and pleading for relief from central investigative agencies.
1 min
'Khuldabad is important because of a Sufi saint'
Members of the Muslim community stated that the state government has a tough decision at hand regarding the violence in Nagpur over Mughal emperor Aurangzeb's tomb.
1 min
Plan to create a rift in society: Shinde
Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde strongly condemned the mob violence in Nagpur on Tuesday, vowing strict action against the culprits.
1 min
Twin tunnel: HC dismisses PIL against Megha Engg Infra
The Bombay High Court on Tuesday dismissed a public interest litigation (PIL) filed by a journalist against the contract awarded for a Twin Tube Road Tunnel between Borivali and Thane, noting he had not come with 'clean hands' and made 'scandalous' comments against the court.
1 min
State to Frame CCTV Policy Soon: Kadam
Maharashtra Minister of State for Home Affairs Yogesh Kadam assured the Legislative Assembly that a comprehensive policy regarding CCTV cameras will be developed to further strengthen the security system in urban areas of the state.
1 min
Brain-dead man's organs save 5 lives
The family of a 49-year-old brain-dead man saved the lives of five people after his organs were donated on Monday.
1 min
Pune traffic cops yet to recover ₹17.53 cr
The Pune Traffic Police issued a total of 2.67 lakh e-challans in 2024. However, it is yet to recover Rs17.53 crore from 2.33 lakh e-challans, an RTI has revealed.
1 min
IPS Receives Suryadatta Surya Bhushan National Award 2025
Sunil Phulari, IPS officer and Special Inspector General (IG) for Kolhapur and five other districts, was honored with the Suryadatta Suryabhushan National Award 2025.
2 mins
Security Lapses at Pune Station Raise Eerie Alarm
Unsafe Station | Drunkards Cause Nuisance, Beggars Loiter at the Crucial Transport Hub; Authorities Assure Action
2 mins
Sharad Pawar's sister-in-law Bharati passes away in Pune
Nationalist Congress Party (Sharad Pawar) president Sharad Pawar on Tuesday paid tribute to his sister-in-law, Bharati Pawar, who passed away in Pune after a prolonged illness.
1 min
Unclaimed Parcels Reveal Shocking Contents
AHD FOREIGN POST OFFICE
1 min
Woman Found Dead in Pharma Firm's Washroom
A 35-year-old woman employee mysteriously died in the washroom of Cadila Pharmaceuticals in Dholka, Ahmedabad.
1 min
Speaker Opens 4-Day Health Checkup Camp for MLAs
The Health Checkup Camp-2025, organized by the Health and Family Welfare Department of the State Government at the Gujarat Legislative Assembly, was inaugurated by the Speaker of the Legislative Assembly, Shankarbhai Chaudhary, in the presence of Health Minister Rushikesh Patel.
2 mins
Ahd Municipal Schools to Offer Free Education Up to Class X
In a significant move aimed at reducing school dropout rates, the Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation School Board has announced that from the next academic session, seven municipal schools—one in each zone of the city—will start offering education up to Class 10.
2 mins
Exports of lab-grown, natural diamond drop
India's diamond industry is facing a severe downturn, with both lab-grown and natural diamond exports witnessing a sharp decline.
2 mins
10 Activists Calling for Home Minister's Resignation Detained
In a bold display of dissent, over 10 members of the National Students Union of India (NSUI) were detained by Vadodara police following a protest that saw the blocking of public roads.
1 min
State Govt Rules Out Relief Package for Surat Traders
Shivshakti Textile Market Blaze | The inferno destroyed 700 of the 822 shops in the complex, with losses estimated at ₹850 crore
2 mins
Outrage Over Rajkumar Jat's Death, Panel Formed To Demand CBI Probe
The mysterious death of Rajkumar Jat, a Rajasthani youth residing in Gondal, has ignited widespread outrage, with various Rajasthani communities, including the Jat community, uniting to demand justice.
1 min
BJLP Maheshwar Reddy arrested by police
City Police have arrested BJP Legislative Party Leader Alleti Maheshwar Reddy today.
1 min
Case registered against BRS MLA Sudheer Reddy
The LB Nagar police have filed an SC/ST atrocity case against BRS MLA Sudheer Reddy for making insulting comments about Hastinapuram Corporator Banothu Sujatha Nayak.
1 min
FLO Hyderabad Centre of Excellence Inaugurated
The FICCI Ladies Organisation (FLO) Hyderabad Chapter opens the FLO Hyderabad Centre of Excellence.
1 min
Telangana Caste Census Will Be a Milestone in History: CM Revanth
Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy stated that the caste survey carried out by the Congress government in Telangana will be a milestone in history.
1 min
Andhra Pradesh Government to attract leading Private and Foreign Universities
The Andhra Pradesh government is making significant strides toward attracting renowned private and foreign universities to the state, with a vision to transform it into a global education hub.
1 min
Man uses fake ID of cop, booked
The Central Crime Branch's (CCB) Organised Crime Control Unit has registered a case against a man for allegedly impersonating a police inspector by using a fake identity card.
1 min
Cop 'assaults' man for refusing bribe
BENGALURU
1 min
Man Held for Mutilating Stray Dog
A 30-year-old migrant laborer from Bihar has been arrested for allegedly mutilating a stray dog in Jayanagar.
1 min
Min: No question of suspending 'Yuva Nidhi'
The state government remains committed to providing financial assistance under the Yuva Nidhi Guarantee Scheme for graduates and diploma holders as promised before the assembly elections.
1 min
FEMA Violations: ED Searches Soros' Funding Agency, Its Investment Arm
VIOLATION
2 mins
Strike Over Relaxation of Kannada Requirement: BMRCL Calls Off Notice
Following protests over its decision to recruit 50 train operators (loco pilots) on a contract basis without mandatory knowledge of Kannada, Bangalore Metro Rail Corporation Limited (BMRCL) withdrew its order.
1 min
Ravi Shastri Visits Karvalu Vishnumurthy Temple
Former Indian cricketer and coach Ravi Shastri on Tuesday visited the Erlapadi Karvalu Vishnumurthy temple in Karkala taluk, Udupi district with his family.
1 min
Land encroachment by Kumaraswamy: Revenue Dept begins clearance drive
The state Revenue Department on Tuesday initiated measures to clear the encroachment of 14.04 acres of land in Ramanagara district in Karnataka, allegedly by the family of Union Minister Kumaraswamy, official sources said.
1 min
Speaker Refers Officials' Misconduct Against MLAs to Privilege Panel
Karnataka Assembly Speaker U T Khader on Tuesday referred alleged misconduct by senior government officials towards Congress MLA Raju Kage and BJP MLA Basawaraj Mattimud to the privilege committee for further action.
1 min
Resolution Should Be Passed Asking Centre To Formulate SCSP-TSP Act
Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah on Monday said a resolution should be passed asking the Centre to make a Scheduled Caste Sub-Plan and Tribal Sub-Plan (SCSP-TSP) Act in line with Karnataka and Andhra Pradesh.
1 min
Tushar Urges CM to Drop Charges Against Protestors
Activist Tushar Gandhi, the great-grandson of Mahatma Gandhi, has called on Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan to withdraw legal actions taken against RSS-BJP workers who protested against him in Neyyattinkara.
1 min
Congress to counter CPM media charm
The Kerala Pradesh Congress Committee has initiated a strategic campaign to counter Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan's recent media engagements, which they perceive as an attempt to bolster the government's image amidst growing public discontent.
1 min
Concern Over Cinema Violence
The Kerala High Court has raised alarms about the potential adverse effects of violence depicted in visual media, including films, on society.
1 min
Red flag for political music at temple fest
The Kerala High Court expressed strong disapproval over the performance of politically charged music at the Kadakkal Devi temple festival on March 10, 2025.
1 min
UDF Ruckus Over Idukki Encroachments
Opposition legislators staged a walkout from the state Assembly on Tuesday, protesting against Speaker A.N. Shamseer's refusal to allow an adjournment motion to discuss alleged large-scale encroachments in Idukki district's Chokramudi hills and surrounding areas.
1 min
FM Says 'Nokku Kooli Communism' Has Destroyed Kerala's Industry
Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has raised concerns over the persistence of 'nokku kooli' in Kerala, attributing it to the decline of industries in the state.
1 min
HC Says No Forcing Anyone to Testify in Hema Panel Cases
The Kerala High Court has affirmed that individuals unwilling to testify based on the Hema Committee report should not be compelled, emphasizing that no one should face harassment under the guise of investigation.
1 min
Can any political party really benefit from polarisation?
With the poor condition of the state's coffers, the DBT scheme may not be as effective hence the focus of politicians is now on polarisation
3 mins
NREGA: A time to celebrate twenty years of right to work
NREGS creates durable rural assets, which also add to productivity and public welfare, and acts as an indirect vehicle for women's empowerment
4 mins
Workplace safety a must
It is better late than never. Maharashtra's Minister for Women and Child Development, Aditi Tatkare, has rightly asserted that the government will ensure all private companies comply with the Vishakha Committee guidelines on workplace sexual harassment.
2 mins
Pak Lodges Formal Protest With Kabul Over Train Hijacking
Pakistan formally lodged a strong protest with Afghanistan over the use of its soil in the recent train hijacking in the restive Balochistan by Balochistan Liberation Army militants in which 21 civilians and four soldiers were killed.
1 min
Will Not Return Statue of Liberty
The White House Press Secretary, Karoline Leavitt, dismissed French politician Raphael Glucksmann's call to return the Statue of Liberty as politically driven and said France should be grateful to the US for not speaking German today.
1 min
Four snow leopards together
Footage of four, rarely-seen snow leopards clambering up snowy cliffs in northern Pakistan has created a frenzy of excitement among conservationists.
1 min
80k JFK 1963 Assassination Probe Pages to Be Released
President Donald Trump announced his administration will release all classified government files related to the 1963 assassination of President John F. Kennedy, comprising approximately 80,000 pages of unredacted records.
1 min
B'desh slams Gabbard's remarks
MINORITY PERSECUTION
1 min
Fugitive Zakir Naik Meets Sharif Sr, Punjab CM
Fugitive Islamic preacher Zakir Naik met former Pakistan Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif and Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz at their residence in Raiwind, according to The Express Tribune.
1 min
Hafiz Saeed's home turned to sub-jail
Pakistan has tightened security for around 26/11 mastermind and Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) chief Hafiz Saeed after his aide, Abu Qatal, was assassinated.
1 min
Houthis attack US warships
WHITE HOUSE DISMISSES CLAIM | Scoffs at rebels for missing by 'over 100 miles'; says Iran-backed group 'continues to communicate lies and disinformation'
2 mins
Why Were Deportation Flights Not Turned Back, Judge Asks WH
A US federal judge has questioned why the Trump administration failed to obey his order, halting the deportations of alleged Venezuelan gang members.
1 min
Spotlight on the Stars
Pant, Iyer, Gill and Rahul headline the list
1 min
Bengaluru My 'Second Home': Rajat
The M Chinnaswamy Stadium throbbed with fervent energy as Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) unveiled their season with a spectacular Unbox event, a day dedicated to the legion of passionate fans.
1 min
From typecast to triumph, a story of resilience
Shreyas Iyer| Turning trials into triumphs
2 mins
Ashwin recalls IPL 2010 breakthrough
Ravichandran Ashwin, the seasoned Indian cricketer, expressed his deep gratitude to MS Dhoni for his pivotal role in shaping his early IPL career, recalling a crucial moment in 2010 when Dhoni entrusted him with the new ball.
1 min
PM Modi Lauds Special Olympics Champions in Parl
Record-breaking medal tally The 30-member Indian contingent, supported by 19 staff members, won: 8 Gold 18 Silver 7 Bronze
1 min
Proactive leadership & open communication
Pant's captaincy philosophy...
1 min
BCCI Considers More Flexible Family Policy
Kohli's Plea Heard? BCCI Mulls Easing Family Travel Rules
2 mins
Tears, Trials & Tennis Triumph
World No 2 Iga opens up about crying spells, doping ordeal, and ball boy incident
1 min
State-Level Sub-Junior Kabaddi Competition Concludes
The state-level sub-junior Kabaddi competition concluded with an exciting final match on Tuesday.
1 min
Seifert, Allen power NZ to 2-0 series lead
BRIEF SCORES PAKISTAN - 135/9 in 15 overs (Salman Agha 46, Shadab Khan 26; Ish Sodhi 2-17, Jacob Duffy 2/20) lost to NEW ZEALAND - 137/5 in 13.1 overs (Tim Seifert 45, Finn Allen 38; Haris Rauf 2-20) by 5 wickets
1 min
India roars to win, defending title with dominance
KABADDI WORLD CUP 2025| India's men unleash power, Italy crumbles
1 min
Shafali's hat-trick blitz powers Haryana to win
Indian cricket sensation Shafali Verma delivered a spectacular performance in the Women's Under-23 Trophy, securing a hat-trick against Karnataka during the pre-quarterfinal clash in Guwahati.
1 min
Superbugs and our pets:
The hidden threat of antibiotic resistance
1 min
Foods that cause yellow teeth
Having sparkling white teeth can add a charm to your personality.
2 mins
No room for anything less than the best
S Thaman, the hit composer known for delivering viral chartbusters, is all set to create another memorable album for Prabhas' highly anticipated film, The Rajasaab.
1 min
Tripathi ji ki beti makes debut
Renowned actor Pankaj Tripathi says he is filled with pride with his daughter Aashi Tripathi foraying into acting with the upcoming music video Rang Daaro.
1 min
Do you want me to walk out of this interview?
The Diplomat actress cries, shouts at us, and tells us about her journey—all within the space of a 30-minute video interview
3 mins
Voter IDs to be linked with Aadhaar
Aiming to weed out ineligible voters, the Election Commission of India on Tuesday decided to go ahead with the linking of voter ID cards with Aadhaar cards after consultation with UIDAI experts.
1 min
Sports minister launches anthem, mascot
Minister of Youth Affairs and Sports Dr Mansukh Mandaviya launched the Khelo India Para Games 2025 anthem at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium complex in Delhi on Tuesday.
1 min
Debutants Galore in Different Teams
IPL 2025 From March 22
1 min
BCCI May Relent on Families Traveling With Players
After Kohli's Protest
1 min
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