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In this issue

March 15, 2026

5 US refuelling planes hit in Saudi base?

A report in The Wall Street Journal said five US Air Force KC-135 Stratotanker aerial refuelling aircraft were damaged at Prince Sultan Air Base in Saudi Arabia during an Iranian missile attack carried out earlier this week.

1 mins

US BOMBS OIL NERVE CENTRE

Military targets in Kharg Island precision-bombed, but oil facilities left alone

1 mins

Autonomous med colleges on anvil

The state government has appointed a high-level committee to examine granting autonomy to Grant Medical College and the JJ Group of Hospitals in Mumbai, as well as the Government Medical College in Nagpur.

1 mins

'No cap on number of those who offer namaz'

The Allahabad High Court has rejected the Uttar Pradesh administration's decision to restrict people during Ramzan at a mosque in Sambhal district, observing that maintaining law and order is the responsibility of the State.

2 mins

Govt walks back, sets Wangchuk free

The Union government has revoked the detention of Ladakh-based climate activist Sonam Wangchuk under the National Security Act (NSA) with immediate effect, stating that the decision was taken to restore peace and create an atmosphere conducive to dialogue in Ladakh.

2 mins

SC rejects claims on privy purse

The Supreme Court on March 11 dismissed a writ petition filed by the Mizo Chief Council alleging that the Union of India had acquired the lands of tribal chieftains of the erstwhile Lushai Hills district, now in Mizoram, without paying due compensation.

2 mins

Vairamuthu gets Jnanpith award

Jnanpith, the prestigious literary award for 2025, has been awarded to Tamil writer and lyricist Vairamuthu (72), who is known as much for his literary brilliance as for the controversies that chased him throughout his literary career.

2 mins

2 INDIAN SHIPS CROSS HORMUZ

MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said two Indian ships had crossed the Strait of Hormuz and were heading to Indian shores.

3 mins

Consumer rights law loses edge amid rising case pendency

The Consumer Protection Act, 1986, enacted to empower ordinary consumers, is facing procedural complexities and pendency, making access to justice difficult.

1 mins

Anil Ambani's son grilled for second day in RHFL case

The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) questioned Jai Anmol Ambani, son of industrialist Anil Ambani, for approximately five hours on Saturday.

1 mins

MU passes ‘1,054 cr budget; proposes DLitt on Savarkar

The University of Mumbai on Saturday approved a budget of ₹1,054.12 crore for the upcoming financial year, up nearly 9% from last year’s ₹968 crore allocation, at the University Senate meeting chaired by Vice-Chancellor Prof Ravindra Kulkarni.

1 mins

Negligence: Bhandup hsg soc office bearers booked after slab collapse

The Bhandup police have registered a case against the chairman and office bearers of Station Plaza Society in Bhandup West after a slab from the building collapsed, allegedly due to negligence in carrying out long-pending structural repairs.

1 mins

Naigaon BDD Chawl revamp: 864 residents to move into flats

The residents will receive keys to their new flats in five completed rehabilitation buildings under the first phase on Monday

2 mins

Many Mumbaikars struggle for eight-hour sleep: Survey

The hectic lifestyle of Mumbai is affecting residents’ sleep.

1 mins

BMC halts birth cert forms for 24 'illegal' clinics

The BMC has stopped issuing birth certificate forms to unregistered nursing homes in the M-East ward following the discovery of an alleged fake birth certificate scam in the Govandi-Shivaji Nagar area.

1 mins

Book stalls toppled in Marathi row

Shiv Sena (UBT) volunteers allegedly overturned stalls at a book exhibition in Lower Parel on Friday, claiming not a single Marathi book was displayed.

1 mins

DRI seizes currency, diamonds worth ₹3 cr

In a major crackdown on smuggling, the Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI) in Mumbai seized US dollars, pound sterling and diamonds worth ₹3 crore at the Mumbai airport.

1 mins

Cops raid Sakinaka cafe, bust Tinder dating racket

Thirteen held for cheating men; decoy helps bust the racket; Sakinaka cafe served water instead of alcohol for ₹18,000 to the decoy accompanying a suspect woman

1 mins

HC refuses urgent stay on order halting Asiatic polls

The Bombay High Court (HC) on Friday evening upheld the stay granted by the Charity Commissioner on the elections of the Asiatic Society of Mumbai scheduled for Saturday, March 14.

1 mins

Biker stabbed to death in road rage incident in Oshiwara, 2 held

A 25-year-old digital marketing professional was allegedly stabbed to death in a road rage incident in Malad West on Saturday morning.

1 mins

‘ANIMALS SHOULD HAVE RIGHT ON THEIR BODIES, MILK, SKIN’

Animals have recently become the centre of discussions from the streets to the Supreme Court (SC).

3 mins

Goa-linked liquor racket busted, 8 held

The State excise department's Kalyan flying squad has busted a counterfeit liquor factory operating from a luxury farmhouse in Lonar, near Bhiwandi.

1 mins

Woman seriously hurt as SUV veers onto footpath

A 30-year-old woman was seriously injured after a speeding Scorpio SUV mounted a footpath and ran her over in CBD Belapur, Navi Mumbai, on Friday evening.

1 mins

National Lok Adalat on Saturday

The National Lok Adalat was held on Saturday at Debts Recovery Tribunal-III (DRT-II), Mumbai, under the guidance of Vivek Bharti Sharma, Chairperson, Debt Recovery Appellate Tribunal (DRAT), Mumbai and Sreekala Suresh, I/c Presiding Officer, DRT-III, Mumbai.

1 mins

Three youths killed by goods train

Three young men died after being struck by a goods train while crossing railway tracks near the Jain temple in Old Palghar on Saturday.

1 mins

Industrial panic grips Dombivli as PNG supply dips

Chief Minister accuses Congress of creating a panic situation; black marketing busted in Worli

1 mins

Consummate your marriage with guided couple therapy

Unconsummated marriage is common, so do not lose heart.

2 mins

Virar: Illegal sperm storage, trading agency unearthed

The health department of the Vasai-Virar Municipal Corporation (VVMC) has unearthed an illegal sperm storage and trading agency operating in Virar.

1 mins

FIU busts bogus call centre, 2 held for share market fraud

The Financial Intelligence Unit (FIU) and cyber police of the Navi Mumbai Police Commissionerate busted a bogus call centre in Mahape that allegedly cheated investors by promising high returns through share market trading, uncovering a Rs1.02 crore fraud.

1 mins

30% Vasai-Virar eateries shuttered

The hotel industry in VasaiVirar faces a severe crisis due to a shortage of commercial liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) cylinders.

1 mins

CM: LPG shortage claims false; it's a conspiracy

Chief Minister accuses Congress of creating a panic situation; black marketing busted in Worli

1 mins

BJP to go solo in 2027 Punjab polls: Shah

Announcing that the BJP will contest the 2027 Punjab Assembly elections alone, Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Saturday said the party would enact an anti-conversion law within a month of forming the government and wipe out the drug trade in two years.

1 mins

Rahul targets govt over MSP

New Delhi: Lok Sabha Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi on Saturday alleged that the BJP government was \"sacrificing\" Indian agriculture for their \"own self-interest\" as he accused them of evading his questions on Minimum Support Price (MSP) and the interim trade agreement with the US.

1 mins

Govt eases public shareholding norms to facilitate mega IPOs

The government has amended rules governing minimum public shareholding for large companies by introducing a tiered structure that allows large firms to offer a smaller portion of shares to the public during IPO, and do staged increases to the 25% level.

1 mins

Iran-US war: What it could cost India

What will be the real cost of the Iran-US conflict on the Indian economy?

1 mins

Oil windfall gives Russia $150 million a day boost

The Iran war has come as a shot in the arm for Russia's ailing oil industry.

1 mins

Detention reflects simmering tension

The detention of Wangchuk had triggered discontent in the region when he was amid widespread protests for application of rule 6 or the restoration of the statehood to the region following its declaration of union territory on August 5, 2019 with the revocation of article 370, 35 A of Jammu and Kashmir , of which Ladakh was part.

1 mins

Oppn slams Centre over Wangchuk's detention

Kejriwal said activist’s detention without evidence exposes misuse of NSA, mirrors Delhi liquor case

1 mins

Akasa Air to levy fuel surcharge from today

Akasa Air will levy fuel surcharges ranging from Rs 199 to Rs 1,300 on domestic and international flight tickets from March 15 due to the spike in jet fuel prices amid the West Asia conflict.

1 mins

PM unveils connectivity projects worth ‘18,680 cr in West Bengal

Prime Minister Narendra Modi unveiled connectivity projects valued at Rs 18,680 crore in West Bengal on Saturday, and said a new chapter of India's development was being written from the state.

1 mins

Refuelling planes...

The report said the planes were damaged but not destroyed and are expected to undergo repairs.

1 mins

Public instns depend on people's calibre: CJI

A democracy does not invest in higher education so that its graduates may simply prosper, it does so to ensure that they govern themselves well, Chief Justice of India (CJI) Surya Kant said on Saturday.

1 mins

‘Industry’ definition: SC bench to hear arguments on Tue

A nine-judge Constitution bench of the Supreme Court is slated to commence on March 17 the hearing on the contentious issue of defining the word “industry” under the Industrial Disputes Act, 1947.

1 mins

‘Lawyer or judge can't be replaced’

A tool must remain a tool, can’t invent the law, says Justice Vikram Nath

1 mins

Climate change hits cashew production

A sudden change in weather conditions has adversely affected cashew plantations in Sattari, leading to a negative impact on cashew production and significant losses to cashew cultivators.

1 mins

Finally, govt reconstitutes rights panel for children

Goa government has finally reconstituted the Goa State Commission for Protection of Child Rights (GSCPCR), bringing an end to a nearly two-year period during which the statutory body remained defunct after the tenure of its previous members expired.

1 mins

Sewage flow into River Sal exposed

WRD MINISTER WITNESSES POLLUTION DURING INSPECTION; CALLS FOR PHASED REJUVENATION PLAN

2 mins

Justice Patel flags TCP Section 39A

Says Goa not meat in butcher's shop to be carved and sold

1 mins

Consumer concerns continue over push for smart meters

Questions over data privacy, billing

1 mins

Eateries bear brunt of gas shortage, trade in turmoil

MENUS SHRINK, KITCHENS SHUT, STAFF BEING LAID OFF

1 mins

Gujarat creates space history as startup launches first sounding rocket

Gujarat entered a new chapter in the field of space research on Saturday after the state’s first sounding rocket was successfully launched from Bavliyari near Dholera, marking a major milestone for India’s growing private space sector.

1 mins

Man arrested for allegedly raping minor niece in Rajkot

A 37-year-old man has been arrested for allegedly sexually assaulting his 14-year-old niece over several months in Rajkot, after the crime came to light during a hospital visit triggered by the minor's severe stomach pain.

1 mins

Stolen electricity meter case detected in Ahmedabad

Officials of Torrent Power have registered a complaint after uncovering an alleged case of electricity theft involving a stolen meter and illegal power connection in the Danilimda area of Ahmedabad.

1 mins

AIIMS Rajkot MBBS intern dies by suicide after jumping before train

A tragic incident has shaken the medical community after a 25-year-old MBBS student and intern from AIIMS Rajkot allegedly died by suicide in the early hours of Saturday by jumping under a moving train near the Parapipaliya railway gate.

1 mins

Leprosy sparks panic in a society near CR Patil's residence

Residents of a prominent residential enclave in Surat were left anxious after officials from the Surat Municipal Corporation (SMC) conducted a leprosy awareness survey in Jivkornagar Society, located in the upscale Ghod Dod Road-Bhatar area of Surat.

1 mins

Gujarat Medical Council suspends three doctors over negligence, fake credentials

In a major disciplinary action highlighting growing concerns over medical accountability, the Gujarat Medical Council (GMC) has suspended the licences of three doctors from different parts of the state in separate cases involving alleged medical negligence, misrepresentation of qualifications and suspected insurance fraud.

1 mins

LD Engineering college mess shifts to wood stoves amid LPG crisis

The impact of the ongoing conflict in the Middle East has now reached Ahmedabad, affecting the mess facility at LD College of Engineering.

1 mins

Yarn price surge, LPG shortage hit Surat powerloom textile units

SQUEEZE | Powerloom manufacturers warn of labour migration as LPG black market squeezes migrant workers

2 mins

Teacher suspended for mimicking PM

A government school teacher in Shivpuri district was suspended after a video of him mimicking Prime Minister Narendra Modi while making satirical remarks on LPG cylinder prices went viral on social media, an official said on Saturday.

1 mins

Old rivalry: Miscreants shoot at history sheeter's son

Had gone to offer namaz at a mosque near Tiranga Crossing around 4.45 am when criminals Shadab Gate, Sajib Gate, Shahwar Maulana, Guddu Station and Anas waylaid him

1 mins

Heatwave in Narmadapuram, Bhopal sizzles@ 37.2°C

Hot weather continued to prevail in the state capital on Saturday as the day temperature was much above normal.

1 mins

BJP tells partymen to sit together, solve problems

The BJP is holding the core committee meetings in every district after receiving directives from the state party president Hemant Khandelwal.

1 mins

ESB recruits staff for others, but 60% of its posts vacant

The organisation, which recruits employees for various government departments, has numerous vacant positions.

1 mins

1st yr student shows suicide on video call to girlfriend, dies

A 21-year-old BTech student committed suicide after hanging himself in his rented room under Ashoka Garden police station limits late Friday night.

1 mins

Cheetahs set to run free in Nauradehi this monsoon

Cheetahs will be released into Sagar’s Nauradehi Sanctuary during the monsoon season from Kuno National Park.

1 mins

45-day lock-in sparks rush, outlets open under police watch

Extension of the lock-in period to 45 days in rural areas for LPG refill delivery triggered a heavy rush at gas outlets on Saturday. Operators had to call police before opening their shops to manage the crowd.

1 mins

Women IAS officers not far behind male counterparts

Women IAS officers are keeping pace with their male counterparts in owning properties, some even in other states such as Rajasthan, Andhra Pradesh and Maharashtra.

1 mins

LPG SUPPLY DROPS 25%

75k fewer cylinders for state consumers

1 mins

Elderly couple defrauded

Police have arrested a woman who cheated an elderly couple and robbed their house in the city.

1 mins

Public must resist voter deletions: Yogendra

At an event on the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) in Kar-nataka, Yogendra Yadav said the exercise is part of a larger project of the BJP and RSS to ensure elections in the country always go their way and to establish what he described as a hollow democracy.

2 mins

DJ held for bomb remark at KIA

A disc jockey has been held for allegedly making a remark referring to a bomb during an argument with airline staff at Kempegowda International Airport here after he was denied entry for arriving late at the boarding gate, police said on Saturday.

1 mins

Man arrested for killing live-in partner, staging suicide

The Varthur Police have arrested a man for allegedly murdering his live-in partner after promising to marry her and later attempting to portray the incident as a suicide.

1 mins

Middle East war hits K'takas poultry sector

The escalating war situation between Iran and Israel is beginning to show economic repercussions far beyond the conflict zone.

1 mins

JDS demands CM to rescue tobacco growers

JD(S) working president S R Mahesh on Saturday asked the Union and the state governments to come to the rescue of the tobacco farmers.

1 mins

State begins drug testing of jailed prisoners to curb narcotics

The Karnataka Prison Department has rolled out a major initiative to eliminate the use of narcotic substances inside prisons across the state.

1 mins

Union Ministers lay foundation stone for Mandya indoor sports complex

Youth must strengthen sports culture in Mandya: Ministers

2 mins

Musi rejuvenation will protect health of 40 lakh people: Minister Komatireddy

State Roads & Buildings and Cinematography Minister Komatireddy Venkat Reddy on Saturday said that the proposed rejuvenation of the Musi River would bring long-term relief to nearly 40 lakh people suffering due to polluted waters and improve public health in the region.

1 mins

Complete 80% finished welfare hostels on war footing : Bhatti

Deputy Chief Minister Bhatti Vikramarka directed officials of the welfare departments to complete, on a war footing within the next three months, the buildings being constructed for welfare hostels that have already achieved 80 percent completion, so that they can be made available for use in the upcoming academic year.

1 mins

Minister finalizes summer action plan

State Health, Medical and Family Welfare Minister Satya Kumar Yadav on Saturday announced that proactive measures have been put in place in line with rising temperature forecasts.

1 mins

IIIT-H LAUNCHES R&D FEST ON TECH TRUST

The 25th annual research and development showcase at the International Institute of Information Technology, Hyderabad commenced on Saturday at its Gachibowli campus, bringing together researchers, industry leaders, policymakers, and students.

1 mins

Janasena's 13th Formation Day celebrated in tribal hamlet

In a display of his connection with Andhra Pradesh's tribal communities, Deputy Chief Minister and Janasena Party president Pawan Kalyan marked the party's 13th formation day in the remote tribal village of Onuru in Paderu Assembly Constituency of Alluri Sitharama Raju district.

1 mins

Amaravati iconic towers to be complete by December 2028

The Andhra Pradesh government has reaffirmed its commitment to accelerating the development of Amaravati as the state's capital city, with Urban Development Minister Ponguru Narayana announcing that the iconic buildings in the project will be fully completed by December 2028.

1 mins

Peace Foundation steps in for needy in Hyd

The \"Peace Foundation” was launched on Saturday at Western Hospitals in Hyderabad to provide financial support to poor patients facing urgent medical expenses.

1 mins

Telangana supports Tanzania's digital economy: Sridhar Babu

Telangana has offered technological cooperation and institutional support to assist Tanzania in its efforts to transition into a digital economy, IT and Industries Minister D. Sridhar Babu said.

1 mins

Iran naval crew departs by charter flight

Chartered aircraft carrying sailors from the Iranian naval vessel IRIS Lavan departed Kochi airport on Friday evening, marking an unexpected development involving a foreign naval ship that has remained docked at the southern port for more than a week.

1 mins

LPG shortage pushes eateries toward firewood

Restaurants across parts of Kerala are grappling with disruptions linked to the availability of liquefied petroleum gas cylinders, forcing several establishments, particularly in urban centres, to adapt by setting up firewood-based cooking systems to keep kitchens operating.

2 mins

Probe into Chemmanoor scheme

A Division Bench of the Kerala Lok Ayukta has directed an investigation into a promotional scheme launched by Boche Bhoomiputhra Pvt. Ltd. a firm owned by businessman Boby Chemmannoor, after a complaint alleged that customers were issued coupons linked to a lucky draw when purchasing tea powder from the company’s outlets.

1 mins

CPM performs a trapezium act on Sabarimala

Govindan indicated that the party does not intend to explicitly oppose women’s entry

2 mins

Mayor, govt official clash over Attukal

Thiruvananthapuram Corporation mayor V V Rajesh has rejected claims that municipal authorities required three days to clear waste following the Attukal Pongala festival, disputing a report submitted by the district administration and asserting that sanitation work in the capital city was completed far earlier.

1 mins

Baby says no party pressure on government

Baby said the party intends to take guidance from a panel of scholars

1 mins

Satheeshan says decision with Delhi

Leader of the Opposition V. D. Satheesan has reiterated that the national leadership of the Congress party will determine whether sitting Members of Parliament should be fielded in the election, amid political discussion triggered by a social media post from senior leader K. Sudhakaran signalling interest in contesting from Kannur.

1 mins

Govt signals a rethink on women's entry

Issue to be left to a panel of constitutional and ritual experts to decide

1 mins

Poll suspense prompts administrative rush

Senior bureaucrats in several departments have been directed to expedite approvals and clear backlogs, according to accounts circulating within the state's administrative circles

1 mins

Vijay to face CBI

TVK president Vijay travelled to New Delhi on Saturday to appear before the Central Bureau of Investigation in connection with its inquiry into the Karur stampede that claimed 41 lives during a political gathering organised by his party.

1 mins

Madurai airport granted global gateway status

Madurai airport has been officially notified as an international airport, a move expected to transform connectivity and economic prospects across southern Tamil Nadu after years of advocacy by regional leaders, businesses and tourism stakeholders.

1 mins

Vairamuthu chosen for Jnanpith honour

Lyricist and author Vairamuthu has been selected for the Jnanpith Award, the country’s highest literary honour, marking a significant moment for Tamil literature after a two-decade gap since the last recipient from the language.

2 mins

Subsidy for electric kitchens

The state government has approved a %2-per-unit electricity subsidy for hotels, tea stalls and cloud kitchens that switch from LPG cylinders to electric stoves, a measure aimed at easing pressure on the hospitality sector amid disruptions in cooking gas supply linked to conflict in West Asia.

1 mins

Cadre tilt towards NDA alliance

Internal deliberations within TVK have revealed growing support among the party’s district leadership for exploring an electoral understanding with the National Democratic Alliance, marking a shift from the public posture maintained by Vijay since launching the party.

1 mins

TVK rejects speculation

The clarification emerged after a video conference meeting of district secretaries convened on Friday

1 mins

BJP courts Vijay via back channels

Popularity among young voters seen as a trump card

1 mins

Iran-Israel war triggers energy concerns for India

The ongoing America-Israel conflict that began at the end of February 2026 is affecting the entire world.

2 mins

Journalism & Health of Democracy

The strength of a nation’s democracy is therefore closely linked to the fairness, independence and credibility of its press.

2 mins

AI, War & the Ethics Vacuum

The growing confrontation between Anthropic and the United States Department of Defense highlights a troubling new reality: artificial intelligence is no longer a theoretical risk in warfare.

1 mins

Vicious Circle of Adulteration

In a nation that reveres food as sacred and honours the farmer as “Annadata”, the persistence of food adulteration is a disturbing contradiction. From spices laced with artificial colours to milk diluted with chemicals and edible oils mixed with unsafe substitutes, repeated revelations show that adulteration is not an isolated problem but a systemic failure.

1 mins

PM Ujjwala Yojana: Progress & way forward

The transition towards affordable and clean energy has gained global attention under the Sustainable Development Goals.

2 mins

Cricket Lovely Cricket

Proud to be a cricket enthusiast from Madras, I began writing about women's cricket as early as 1982, when the sport received little attention.

1 mins

CHINA'S MANDARIN PUSH THREATENS MINORITY LANGUAGES

China’s National People’s Congress (NPC), widely viewed as the country’s rubber-stamp Parliament, has approved a controversial law titled Law on Promoting Ethnic Unity and Progress.

1 mins

Pak okays pay cuts in state firms

Islamabad: Pakistan PM Shehbaz Sharif on Saturday approved salary deductions ranging from 5% to 30% for employees of state-owned enterprises and autonomous institutions as part of a broader austerity drive.

1 mins

Prez calls in Bessent during live interview

Secretary Scott Bessent was briefly called away from a live television interview on Thursday after receiving a message that President Donald Trump wanted to see him immediately amid the ongoing Iran war.

1 mins

No evidence to justify Fed Reserve probe

A US judge has blocked efforts by the Dept of Justice to probe the Federal Reserve, delivering a victory for Fed chairman Jerome Powell, who had called the probe a pretext to try to pressure the central bank to lower interest rates, BBC reported.

1 mins

$10mn US bounty for Mojtaba, others

The US State Department has offered a reward of up to $10 million for information leading to the identification, location, arrest or conviction of Mojtaba Khamenei, Iran's new Supreme Leader, and other senior officials, issuing a public appeal through its Rewards for Justice programme.

1 mins

Trump to nations: Send ships to keep strait open

President Donald Trump on Saturday called on countries, including China, France, Japan and the United Kingdom, to deploy warships alongside the US and said will “bomb the hell out of the shoreline” if necessary to ensure the Strait of Hormuz remains open for maritime traffic amid tensions linked to Iran.

1 mins

American bill seeks relief for Alaska teachers

A US senator has introduced legislation to ease visa costs for public schools in Alaska that rely heavily on international teachers, warning that a new $100,000 fee per H-1B visa could worsen already severe staffing shortages.

1 mins

TRUMP'S WAR IN IRAN: COMMANDER-IN-CHAOS

“You’ve said the war is ‘very complete’ but your defence secretary says, “This is just the beginning’. So which is it?”

1 mins

Canada sheds 11 jobs in first 2 mnths of '26

CC er, have lost over 1,00,000 full-time jobs since the begin- ning of 2026, adding pressure on PM Mark Carney as his government seeks to protect the economy from the impact of US tariffs, BBC reported.

1 mins

North Korea fired 10 missiles: Seoul

North Korea on Saturday fired about 10 ballistic missiles toward the eastern sea, South Korea's military said, staging its own show of force as the rival South conducts a joint military exercise with the US.

1 mins

Stuck Indian sailors fear drones, burning ships

Stranded for two weeks at Iran's Bandar Abbas port as drones and missiles set ships ablaze nearby, 26-year-old Ambuj says he has not been home for six months and is desperate to see his family, 'Reuters' reported.

1 mins

US begging world, India to buy oil from Russia: Iran

Araghchi accuses White House of double standards over Russian crude purchases

1 mins

Pathan believes time for Dhoni to pass the baton

Ex-England captain says he cannot commit the time required for the role but will return to commentary

1 mins

Kumble criticises KKR's decision to let go of Iyer, Salt

Shreyas Iyer left Kolkata Knight Riders to join the Punjab Kings

2 mins

BCCI to felicitate T20 WC-winning Indian team

Board to honour 5 ICC title-winning teams at Naman Awards

1 mins

Pietersen will not serve as Capitals mentor in IPL 2026

Ex-England captain says he cannot commit the time required for the role but will return to commentary

1 mins

THE GREATEST TEST EVER PLAYED

Laxman-Dravid, Harbhajan and memories from 25 years back at Eden

2 mins

Ajsal's stoppage-time header earns Kerala Blasters draw against EB

Late goal cancels out Ezzejjari’s early penalty as Blasters secure first point of the season

2 mins

Sabalenka reaches Indian Wells final, to face Elena

World No 1 beats Linda Noskova in straight sets to reach title clash for the third time in four years

1 mins

King Ke best for Wadia Gold Cup

Presence of seasoned campaigners adds some considerable depth

1 mins

MCFC eye win against Inter Kashi in Kolkata clash

ISL debutants aim to bounce back after first defeat as Islanders seek to maintain unbeaten run

1 mins

Impressive Jagdale proves too strong for Mevada

Imran Khan also struck great form as he compiled a century effort of 101

1 mins

Will these records be broken?

Ahead of the 98th Academy Awards, here's looking at records that could be broken at the 2026 ceremony

1 mins

Lost Laal Singh Chaddha with Aamir Khan: Donal Bisht

Television actress Donal Bisht reveals she auditioned 4-5 times for Aamir Khan's Laal Singh Chaddha but got rejected

2 mins

Mumbai Fringe hosts stellar performances

Another vibrant night of the Mumbai Fringe Festival brought together an exciting mix of stand-up comedy, theatre and storytelling, as talented performers took the stage to celebrate the spirit of independent art and live performance in the city.

1 mins

Underworld pressured Khans in 90s: Farah

Filmmaker Farah Khan reveals Bollywood's dark phase when top stars faced underworld pressure; Karan Johar also received threats during premiere

1 mins

Is Sharvari Wagh dating Vedang?

Reports suggest Sharvari and Vedang grew close during Main Vaapas Aaunga shoot; actors yet to confirm relationship amid dating rumours

1 mins

'Aditya Dhar offered me role in Dhurandhar 2'

Anil Kapoor reveals he declined a Dhurandhar: The Revenge cameo due to prior commitments, calling the missed opportunity his loss

1 mins

Too familiar to be special?

Why do premium hotels and restaurants bypass food events around this Maharashtrian New Year

4 mins

Tradition renewed

Gudi Padwa finds new meaning as youngsters celebrate culture with sustainability and community spirit

3 mins

BEING TRUTHFUL, SEEKING SELF-AWARENESS, AND MORE

The journey from untruth to truth is not really a journey because the word \"journey\" always tends to give you an idea that there is a distance to be covered.

3 mins

Stress-supportive beauty

How Ayurvedic oils and adaptogens relieve stress while naturally restoring healthy skin

3 mins

Stretch, support, recover

Discover the benefits of the stretchy therapeutic K-tape for muscle support, pain relief and better movement

4 mins

FROM STAGE LIGHTS TO STARLIT SOIRÉES

My Women's Day began not at a panel discussion or luncheon but a theatre for kids — always a far more fun place to be.

3 mins

Rebel beat

From Meghalaya, a 24-year-old Reble is reshaping the landscape of Indian hip-hop and more

4 mins

Secret grouses in classical music

In this social media-driven world, it's taken a controversial issue to ensure that classical music is regularly in the news, becoming a topic of discussion even among those who don't follow the genre.

3 mins

COOKING WITHOUT LPG

With LPG shortages causing concern, here are a few efficient alternatives

3 mins

#GirlCode

From washroom rescues to live locations, the quiet rules that keep women protected and connected

2 mins

Your brain, explained

Meet the tiny team running your entire life

4 mins

Overeating but not feeling satiated

Why tourism is banned in Asia's cleanest village

1 mins

No tourists on Sunday?

Why tourism is banned in Asia’s cleanest village

1 mins

Finding calm in times of conflict

Seven simple ways to protect your mental health amid uncertainty

3 mins

Why growth still fails women?

It’s not about whether we can afford to value women’s work. It’s whether we can afford not to

4 mins

Tourism: From sightseeing to strategy

The policy on tourism is reflective of an intent change but a reserved reformist approach

3 mins

Gig economy paradox: Flexibility or precocity?

Unless regulation keeps pace with technology, flexibility risks becoming synonymous to disposability

4 mins

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