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Gujarat's GDCH, Ahmedabad emerging as a 'shield' against oral cancer
Gandhinagar (Gujarat) | March 19, 2026 3:22:06 PM IST
The Government Dental College and Hospital (GDCH), Ahmedabad, has emerged as a leading centre for oral healthcare and oral cancer prevention, not only in Gujarat but also for neighbouring states. ... read..


"Cabinet reshuffle is CM's call, nothing wrong with MLAs asking for posts": Karnataka Minister Sharan Prakash Patil
Bidar (Karnataka) | March 19, 2026 3:22:04 PM IST
Karnataka Minister Sharan Prakash Patil on Thursday said that he has no information about the ongoing rumours of a cabinet reshuffle. ... read..


Maharashtra: Fire breaks out at furniture market in Bhiwandi
Bhiwandi (Maharashtra) | March 19, 2026 3:22:00 PM IST
A fire broke out at the furniture market in the Chamunda Complex in Bhiwandi, Maharashtra, officials said on Thursday. ... read..


"Senior leaders dumping Congress throught country": CR Kesavan on Pradyut Bordoloi joining BJP
Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | March 19, 2026 3:21:50 PM IST
BJP leader CR Kesavan on Thursday calls Congress "unpatriotic" targeting Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi, while backing the resignation of Lok Sabha MP Pradyut Bordoloi from the All India Congress Committee (AICC) and his decision to jo ... read..


Multiple arrests in Manipur as security forces intensify operations; drugs, arms seized
Imphal (Manipur) | March 19, 2026 3:21:44 PM IST
Security forces and Manipur Police intensified search and enforcement operations across the state, leading to multiple arrests of insurgent cadres, extortionists, and drug traffickers, along with significant seizures of narcotics, arms, and vehicles, even ... read..


"Youth Congress will work in Mandi to ensure such MPs don't enter Parliament": Uday Bhanu Chib slams Kangana Ranaut
New Delhi | March 19, 2026 3:21:36 PM IST
Indian Youth Congress National President Uday Bhanu Chib lashed out at BJP MP Kangana Ranaut over her 'tapori' remark on Rahul Gandhi on Thursday, stating that such people whose "mental balance" is disturbed do not come to Parliament. ... read..


Congress MP Jairam Ramesh raises concerns over VBSA Bill, 2025; warns IITs, IIMs may lose academic autonomy
New Delhi | March 19, 2026 3:21:35 PM IST
Congress MP Jairam Ramesh on Thursday raised concerns over the proposed Viksit Bharat Shiksha Adhishthan (VBSA) Bill, 2025, warning that it could have a grave impact on the academic autonomy of Institutes of National Importance (INIs), which include the I ... read..


After securing 11 day remand, NIA probes link of US National, Ukrainians to armed ethnic groups
New Delhi | March 19, 2026 2:51:38 PM IST
A Delhi court recently granted 11 days of police custody to American national Matthew Aaron Van Dyke along with several Ukrainian citizens in a case registered by the National Investigation Agency (NIA), noting serious concerns related to national securit ... read..


Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath says installation of Ram Yantra "fills every true Indian with joy"
Ayodhya (Uttar Pradesh) | March 19, 2026 2:51:33 PM IST
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Thursday said that installation of Ram Yantra, marking the completion of Ram Janmabhoomi Temple, fills every "follower of Sanatan Dharma and every true Indian with joy". ... read..


Union Minister Rajnath Singh inaugurates Defence Industrial Conclave, pushes drone self-reliance by 2030
New Delhi | March 19, 2026 2:51:31 PM IST
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Thursday inaugurated a two-day National Defence Industrial Conclave in Delhi. During the event, he called upon innovators and MSMEs to work towards self-reliance. Referring to the current global scenario, he said that Ind ... read..


"Bloodshed is what only the BJP desires": Rahul Gandhi accuses BJP of inciting violence over Uttam Nagar case
New Delhi | March 19, 2026 2:51:29 PM IST
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Thursday accused the BJP of inciting communal violence over the Uttam Nagar incident and appealed to the residents of Delhi not to fall for "any provocation." ... read..


"Determined to give people change": Kerala BJP President Rajeev Chandrasekhar
Thiruvananthapuram (Kerala) | March 19, 2026 2:51:21 PM IST
As the BJP released its second list of candidates for the Kerala Assembly election, state BJP President Rajeev Chandrasekhar hailed it as a strong and competitive list of candidates which reflects the party's seriousness to give the people a change. ... read..


"Nehru-Gandhi family or Congress are at root of all national issues": BJP MP NIshikant Dubey
New Delhi | March 19, 2026 2:51:19 PM IST
BJP MP Nishikant Dubey on Thursday described the Congress party as the root cause of all national issues, especially highlighting the issue of alleged inflitration. ... read..


JD(U) MLA Anant Kumar Singh granted bail in Dularchand Yadav murder case
Patna (Bihar) | March 19, 2026 2:21:45 PM IST
Patna High Court on Thursday granted bail to Janata Dal (United) MLA Anant Singh in connection with the murder case of Jan Suraaj supporter Dularchand Yadav. ... read..


"Will go to people with humility as BJP candidate": Pradyut Bordoloi expresses gratitude for Dispur candidacy ahead of Assam polls
New Delhi | March 19, 2026 2:21:39 PM IST
Former Lok Sabha MP Pradyut Bordoloi on Thursday expressed gratitude towards the BJP after the party announced him as a candidate from Dispur constituency for the upcoming Assam assembly elections and said that he will work to build a positive rapport wit ... read..


Delhi CM Rekha Gupta offers prayers at Jhandewalan Temple on Chaitra Navaratri in New Delhi
New Delhi | March 19, 2026 2:21:38 PM IST
Delhi CM Rekha Gupta offered prayers at Jhandewalan Temple in New Delhi on the first day of Chaitra Navaratri. She also extended her wishes on the occasion. ... read..


Congress MLAs write to the Governor alleging irregularities in Haryana Rajya Sabha Election
Chandigarh (Haryana) | March 19, 2026 2:21:30 PM IST
Haryana Leader of the Opposition Bhupinder Singh Hooda, along with Congress Legislature Party (CLP) members, wrote a letter to Governor Bandaru Dattatreya, alleging serious irregularities in the recently concluded Rajya Sabha elections in the state. ... read..


"Important for India to achieve self reliance in drone manufacturing for defence preparedness:" Union Minister Rajnath Singh
New Delhi | March 19, 2026 1:52:13 PM IST
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh asserted that in order to maintain the country's defence preparedness and strategic autonomy, it is important for India to achieve complete self-reliance in drone manufacturing. Speaking at the National Defence Industries Co ... read..


AK Antony urges K Sudhakaran to "stand by party decision" to stop LDF third term
Thiruvananthapuram (Kerala) | March 19, 2026 1:52:12 PM IST
Senior Congress leader AK Antony urged K Sudhakaran to stand by party decisions, stressing the need to prevent a third consecutive term for the Left Democratic Front (LDF) in the state. ... read..


"Will work to create jobs, raise standards of living of people": BJP's Pradyut Bordoloi ahead of Assam polls
New Delhi | March 19, 2026 1:52:08 PM IST
Former Lok Sabha MP and newly joined BJP member Pradyut Bordoloi on Thursday shed light on his plans for the development of Assam, ahead of the assembly elections, stating that he plans to create jobs and raise the standards of living of people. ... read..


Heartbreak over cat death: 20-year-old girl takes own life in Hyderabad
Hyderabad (Telangana) | March 19, 2026 1:52:02 PM IST
In a shocking incident, a 20-year-old girl took her own life by consuming poison following the sudden death of her adopted cat in Venkatadri Colony, Badagpet, within the Meerpet police station limits in Hyderabad. ... read..


Centre launches 'VB-G Ram G Youth Digital Campaign' to engage rural youth in nation-building
Gandhinagar (Gujarat) | March 19, 2026 1:51:58 PM IST
The Ministry of Rural Development, Government of India, has launched a nationwide 'VB-G Ram G Youth Digital Campaign' in collaboration with the 'MY Bharat' portal, aiming to encourage participation of rural youth in development activities. ... read..


Tibetan Parliament in-exile to standardise Tibetan National Flag and emblems during budget session
Dharamshala (Himachal Pradesh) | March 19, 2026 1:51:56 PM IST
A committee formed by the Tibetan parliament in-exile have submitted its report regarding the new standards of the Tibetan national flag and emblems, including the Tibetan national anthem. ... read..


Himachal Pradesh: Devotees flock to historic Kalibari Temple in Shimla as Navratri begins
Shimla (Himachal Pradesh) | March 19, 2026 1:51:55 PM IST
A large number of devotees thronged the over 200-year-old Kalibari Temple on the occasion of Chaitra Navratri and the Hindu New Year, braving inclement weather to offer prayers and seek blessings of Goddess Durga. ... read..


Odisha Congress writes to Assembly speaker demanding disqualification of 2 MLAs for cross-voting in RS election
Bhubaneswar (Odisha) | March 19, 2026 1:51:53 PM IST
Odisha Congress on Thursday wrote to the Assembly Speaker demanding the disqualification of two MLAs, Dasarathi Gamango and Sofia Firdous, for alleged cross-voting in Rajya Sabha elections. ... read..


JD(U) MLA granted Anant Kumar Singh granted bail in Dularchand Yadav murder case
Patna (Bihar) | March 19, 2026 1:51:51 PM IST
Patna High Court on Thursday granted bail to Janata Dal (United) MLA Anant Singh in connection with the murder case of Jan Suraaj supporter Dularchand Yadav. ... read..


NTK proposes new Tamil Nadu government emblem featuring Thiruvalluvar at election manifesto release program
Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | March 19, 2026 1:51:49 PM IST
The Naam Tamilar Katchi (NTK) has proposed the new Tamil Nadu government emblem if the party comes to power in the state at the NTK Election Manifesto release program on Thursday in Chennai. ... read..


CM Pushkar Singh Dhami performs havan on Hindu New Year in Dehradun
Dehradun (Uttarakhand) | March 19, 2026 1:51:46 PM IST
Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Thursday performed a traditional havan and offered prayers at his residence on the occasion of the Hindu New Year and the first day of Chaitra Navratri. ... read..


TN elections 2026: DMK holds second round of seat-sharing talks with Kamal Haasan's MNM
Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | March 19, 2026 1:51:35 PM IST
Ahead of the Tamil Nadu Assembly elections, the ruling DMK's seat-sharing committee held its second round of talks with leaders from Kamal Haasan's Makkal Needhi Maiam (MNM) at the party headquarters on Thursday. This development comes as alliance partner ... read..


Former TVK leader Ranjana Nachiyaar joins DMK ahead of Tamil Nadu polls
Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | March 19, 2026 1:51:24 PM IST
Former Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) leader Ranjana Nachiyaar on Thursday joined Dravid Munnetra Kazhagam ahead of the Assembly elections. ... read..


Delhi HC orders removal of alleged defamatory content against Sadhguru's Isha Foundation
New Delhi | March 19, 2026 1:21:33 PM IST
The Delhi High Court on Thursday directed Tamil magazine Nakkheeran to take down content that was found to be allegedly defamatory against Sadhguru Jaggi Vasudev's Isha Foundation. The order was passed by Justice Subramonium Prasad, who granted interim re ... read..


NTK releases manifesto for upcoming assembly election in Tamil Nadu
Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | March 19, 2026 1:21:28 PM IST
Naam Tamilar Katchi (NTK) on Thursday released the party's manifesto for the 2026 Tamil Nadu Assembly elections in Chennai, presenting a governance model rooted in Tamil identity, self-sufficiency, and ecological preservation. ... read..


BJP releases first list of 88 candidates for Assam polls; Pradyut Bardoloi to contest from Dispur
Guwahati (Assam) | March 19, 2026 12:51:55 PM IST
Bharatiya Janata Party has announced its first list of 88 candidates for Assam Assembly elections, fielding both former Congress prominent leaders, Pradyut Bordoloi and Bhupen Kumar Borah. ... read..


Bihar CM Nitish Kumar expresses grief over death of 6 person from Kishanganj in Indore fire incident, announces ex-Gratia
Patna (Bihar) | March 19, 2026 12:21:36 PM IST
Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar has expressed deep grief over the death of six people from Kishanganj district who lost their lives in a fire incident in Indore and announced an ex-gratia amount of Rs 2 lakh each to the dependents of the victims. ... read..


"Women see Rahul Gandhi as brother": Congress MP Sukhdeo Bhagat slams Kangana Ranaut for 'tapori' remarks
New Delhi | March 19, 2026 12:21:31 PM IST
Congress MP Sukhdeo Bhagat on Thursday slammed BJP MP Kangana Ranaut for her 'tapori' remark against Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi. ... read..


"Would not be appropriate for me to continue...": Prateek Bordoloi withdraws Congress candidacy after his father Pradyut joins BJP
New Delhi | March 19, 2026 12:21:30 PM IST
In a major setback for the Congress party, Margherita assembly constituency candidate Prateek Bordoloi has withdrawn his candidacy after his father, and former party MP Pradyut Bordoloi, joined the BJP. ... read..


"Rahul Gandhi's behaviour is not dignified:" Bihar BJP President Sanjay Saraogi on Kangana Ranaut's 'tapori' remark on Rahul Gandhi
Patna (Bihar) | March 19, 2026 12:21:28 PM IST
Bihar BJP President Sanjay Saraogi on Thursday expressed agreement with Kangana Ranaut's remarks regarding the Leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi, asserting that even members of the Congress Party believe his behaviour is not dignifie ... read..


Delhi HC lists pleas seeking security in Uttam Nagar ahead of Eid
New Delhi | March 19, 2026 12:21:26 PM IST
The Delhi High Court has listed two matters seeking police security in the Uttam Nagar area ahead of Eid, amid apprehensions of possible violence following recent communal tensions. ... read..


Rahul Gandhi extends wishes of "happiness, prosperity and new beginnings" on Hindu New Year festivals
New Delhi | March 19, 2026 11:52:13 AM IST
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Thursday extended greetings on the occasion of Gudi Padwa, Chaitra Navratri, Ugadi, Sajibu Cheiraoba, Chetti Chand, and Navreh. ... read..


"Revanth Reddy sounding more like Revanthuddin": Shehzad Poonawalla slams Telangana govt over gift distribution on Eid
New Delhi | March 19, 2026 11:52:11 AM IST
Bharatiya Janata Party National Spokesperson Shehzad Poonawalla accused Telangana Chief Minister o of "discriminating" against Hindus as he called the latter "Revanthuddin" for "opening government coffers" to distribute gifts for Eid. ... read..


CM Pinarayi Vijayan files nomination from Dharmadam constituency ahead of Kerala polls
Thalassery (Kerala) | March 19, 2026 11:52:04 AM IST
Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan filed his nomination from the Dharmadam assembly constituency on Thursday, ahead of the upcoming polls. ... read..


Maharashtra Dy CM Eknath Shinde participates in Gudi Padwa celebrations in Thane
Thane (Maharashtra) | March 19, 2026 11:51:58 AM IST
Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde participated in the Gudi Padwa celebration in Thane, Maharashtra, on Thursday. Addressing the media, he extended his wishes to everyone on the occassion. ... read..


President Murmu performs 'Ram Yantra' Sthapana at Ram Janmabhoomi Temple
Ayodhya (Uttar Pradesh) | March 19, 2026 11:51:55 AM IST
President of India Droupadi Murmu arrived at Ram Janmabhoomi Temple on Thursday to offer prayers and seek blessings, accompanied by Governor Anandiben Patel and Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath. ... read..


BJP releases second list of 39 candidates for Kerala Assembly polls
Thiruvananthapuram (Kerala) | March 19, 2026 11:51:53 AM IST
The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Monday released the second list of 39 candidates for the upcoming assembly elections in Kerala.BJP has fielded K Ranjith from Dharmadam against Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan. ... read..


Centre notifies special NIA court in Ahmedabad for trial of scheduled offences
New Delhi | March 19, 2026 11:51:51 AM IST
The Central government has designated a special court in Gujarat's Ahmedabad for the trial of cases investigated by the National Investigation Agency (NIA), in a move aimed at strengthening the judicial process in handling sensitive offences. ... read..


Uttarakhand CM Dhami's cabinet expansion likely during Chaitra Navratri
Dehradun (Uttarakhand) | March 19, 2026 11:21:30 AM IST
With the commencement of Chaitra Navratri and the New Vikram Samvat on Thursday, discussions have intensified in Uttarakhand from the government to the BJP organisation regarding a possible expansion of the Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami's cabinet dur ... read..


J-K: Tourists arrive in large numbers to witness breathtaking beauty of Srinagar's Tulip Garden
Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir) | March 19, 2026 11:21:28 AM IST
As the vibrant tulip bloom transforms the landscape into a colourful paradise. Nestled in the foothills of the Tulip Garden has become a major attraction for visitors from across the country and beyond. ... read..


Goa : AAP fields businessman Gitesh Naik for Ponda bypoll
Panjim (Goa) | March 19, 2026 11:21:26 AM IST
Aam Aadmi Party on Thursday announced local businessman Gitesh Naik as its candidate for the Ponda assembly constituency bypoll, a day after he joined the party. ... read..


President Droupadi Murmu arrives in Ayodhya; CM Yogi Adityanath extends warm welcome for Ram Mandir visit
Ayodhya (Uttar Pradesh) | March 19, 2026 11:21:25 AM IST
President of India Droupadi Murmu arrived in Ayodhya at Maharishi Valmiki International Airport on Thursday for her visit to the Ram Janmabhoomi Temple. ... read..


"Candidate selection will deepen crisis in Congress": CPM's MV Govindan alleges rift in UDF, backs LDF third term ahead of Kerala polls
Thiruvananthapuram (Kerala) | March 19, 2026 11:21:20 AM IST
CPI (M) State Secretary MV Govindan launched a sharp attack on the Congress-led United Democratic Front (UDF), alleging internal discord in its candidate selection process ahead of the Assembly elections, while backing a third term for the Left Democratic ... read..


Ayodhya: Nripendra Misra announces Installation of Ram Yantra by President Murmu
Ayodhya (Uttar Pradesh) | March 19, 2026 11:21:18 AM IST
Nripendra Misra, Chairman of the Ram Mandir Construction Committee, said on Thursday that the 'Ram Yantra' will be installed by President Droupadi Murmu on the second floor, ahead of President Droupadi Murmu's visit to Ram Janmabhoomi Temple. ... read..


Rajya Sabha bids farewell to 59 MPs from 20 states
New Delhi | March 19, 2026 10:52:02 AM IST
The Rajya Sabha, the Upper House of Parliament, bade farewell on Wednesday to 59 members from 20 states who are set to retire between April and July this year. ... read..


CM Siddaramaiah requests adequate allocation of LPG to Karnataka after arrival of two tankers
Bengaluru (Karnataka) | March 19, 2026 10:52:00 AM IST
Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah has written to Union Minister of Petroleum and Natural Gas of India, Hardeep Singh Puri, requesting him to ensure adequate allocation and availability of commercial LPG and Auto LPG to Karnataka. ... read..


"Agent of the BJP," Trinamool MP Partha Bhowmick accuses Election Commission of partisan attitude in West Bengal
Barrackpore (West Bengal) | March 19, 2026 10:51:57 AM IST
Trinamool Congress (TMC) MP Partha Bhowmick on Thursday criticised the Election Commission of India (ECI), following recent decisions regarding the transfer and posting of election officers. ... read..


Baby olive ridley turtles head to sea at Puri's Blue Flag Beach
Puri (Odisha) | March 19, 2026 10:51:54 AM IST
A rare and beautiful sight was witnessed at the Blue Flag Beach in Puri, Odisha, on Thursday, as baby Olive Ridley turtles came out of their nests and slowly moved toward the sea. Watching the tiny hatchlings crawl across the sand was a joyful and unforge ... read..


CM Bhajan Lal Sharma calls for participation in 'Developed Rajasthan 2047' vision in Rajasthan day greetings
New Delhi | March 19, 2026 10:51:51 AM IST
Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma on Thursday extended greetings of Rajasthan Day to all the residents of the state. ... read..


Exercise Amogh Jwala demonstrates Indian Army's integrated, multi-domain warfighting capability
Pune (Maharashtra) | March 19, 2026 10:51:49 AM IST
Southern Command of the Indian Army conducted Exercise AMOGH JWALA from 06 to March 18 at the Babina Field Firing Ranges to validate technology-driven mechanised warfare capabilities in a multi-domain operational environment. ... read..


Devotees offers prayers in temples across South India on Ugadi
Hyderabad (Telangana) | March 19, 2026 10:21:49 AM IST
Devotees visited temples across southern states on the occasion of Ugadi, marking the Telugu and Kannada New Year. ... read..


President Droupadi Murmu to visit Ayodhya, offer prayers at Ram Janmabhoomi Temple
Ayodhya (Uttar Pradesh) | March 19, 2026 10:21:46 AM IST
President Droupadi Murmu is set to visit Ayodhya on Thursday, where she will offer prayers at the Ram Janmabhoomi Temple. ... read..


Centre approved Vibrant Villages Programme-II with total outlay of Rs 6839 crores till FY 2028-29: Nityanand Rai
New Delhi | March 19, 2026 10:21:44 AM IST
Minister of State in the Ministry of Home Affairs Nityanand Rai said that the Central Government has approved the Vibrant Villages Programme-II as a Central Sector Scheme, with a total outlay of Rs 6839 crores till the Financial Year 2028-29 for the compr ... read..


Maharashtra CM Fadnavis joins shobha yatra organised on 'Gudi Padwa' in Nagpur
Nagpur (Maharashtra) | March 19, 2026 10:21:41 AM IST
Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis joined thousands of residents in Nagpur for the grand 'Gudi Padwa Shobha Yatra' on Thursady organised to mark the occasion. Addressing the gathering, he extended greetings to citizens across the country. ... read..


Day after Palam blaze, fire breaks out at Trade and Tax buildiing in Delhi's ITO
New Delhi | March 19, 2026 10:21:40 AM IST
A fire broke out at the Trade and Tax Building located at ITO in the national capital, New Delhi, on Thursday morning. The blaze comes in the wake of a fire in a residential-cum-commercial building in Palam a day ago. ... read..


PM Modi writes to states celebrating Hindu New Year festivals, wishes "peace and prosperity"
New Delhi | March 19, 2026 10:21:36 AM IST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday wrote to the people of various states, extending greetings and well wishes on the occasions of Ugadi, Chaitra Navratri, and Gudi Padwa. ... read..


Southern Army Commander Lt Gen Dhiraj Seth witnesses culmination of Exercise 'Amogh Jwala' at Babina Firing range
New Delhi | March 19, 2026 10:21:35 AM IST
Lieutenant General Dhiraj Seth general Officer Commanding-in-Chief, Southern Command, witnessed the culmination of Exercise Amogh Jwala at Babina Field Firing Ranges on Thursday. ... read..


Devotees throng temples across India on first day of Chaitra Navratri
Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) | March 19, 2026 9:51:28 AM IST
Devotees thronged temples across several cities on the first day of Chaitra Navratri, offering prayers and seeking blessings. ... read..


Devotees throng temples on first day of Chaitra Navratri
Varanasi (Uttar Pradesh) | March 19, 2026 9:51:26 AM IST
Marking the first day of Chaitra Navratri, devotees across the country visited temples on Thursday in large numbers to seek blessings and begin the auspicious festival with devotion. The occasion was celebrated with great faith as people observed rituals ... read..


"It is shameful to make such remarks": IYC chief Uday Bhanu Chib on Kangana Ranaut's 'tapori' remark
New Delhi | March 19, 2026 9:51:23 AM IST
Indian Youth Congress National President Uday Bhanu Chib on Wednesday criticised BJP MP Kangana Ranaut over her 'tapori' remark against Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi, accusing her of degrading the level of Parliament. ... read..


Goripalayam Dargah lights up ahead of Eid in Madurai
Madurai (Tamil Nadu) | March 19, 2026 9:21:57 AM IST
The Goripalayam Dargah in Madurai has been decorated with vibrant decorative lights, ahead of the Eid festival, illuminating the Shrine. ... read..


"Feather in cap": BJP's NV Subash on Pradyut Bordoloi move ahead of Assam polls
Hyderabad (Telangana) | March 19, 2026 9:21:53 AM IST
BJP leader NV Subash on Thursday said that Lok Sabha MP Pradyut Bordoloi's move to leave Congress and join the party is a "feather in the cap for BJP". ... read..


President Murmu extends greetings on Chaitra Sukladi, Ugadi, Gudi Padwa, and other festivities
New Delhi | March 19, 2026 9:21:52 AM IST
President Droupadi Murmu on Thursday expressed greetings on the festivals marking the Hindu New Year and the arrival of the spring season. ... read..


Oil Tanker driver killed as vehicle overturns and catches fire on NH-68 in Rajasthan
Barmer (Rajasthan) | March 19, 2026 9:21:48 AM IST
An oil tanker going from Barmer to Gujarat caught fire after it overturned on National Highway-68 near Siwara in the Sanchore area of the district on Wednesday. ... read..


"Three members from the Meti family seeking ticket:" Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah on Bagalkote by-election
Bengaluru (Karnataka) | March 19, 2026 9:21:47 AM IST
Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah, on Wednesday, discussing the upcoming Bagalkote by-election, said that three members from the Meti family, Mallikarjun, Umesh, and Mahadevi, have sought the ticket for the Bagalkote assembly constituency. ... read..


LS speaker Om Birla extends wishes on Chaitra Shukladi, Ugadi, Gudi Padwa, and Cheti Chand
New Delhi | March 19, 2026 9:21:45 AM IST
Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla extended greetings to the people on the occasion of Chaitra Shukladi, Ugadi, Gudi Padwa, and Cheti Chand, wishing for "strength, devotion and positivity." ... read..


CM Revanth Reddy presents Telangana RIsing 2047 vision, reflecing preparedness for "AI tsunami"
Hyderabad (Telangana) | March 19, 2026 8:52:03 AM IST
Telangana Chief Minister Revanth Reddy on Wednesday talked about an impending "AI tsunami" which he said will create a global unemployment crisis, highlighting the Rising 2047 vision documents as a means to face the challenging times. ... read..


CM Pushkar Singh Dhami extends Hindu New Year greetings to people of state
Dehradun (Uttarakhand) | March 19, 2026 8:51:59 AM IST
Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Thursday, extended greetings to the people of the state on the Hindu New Year, Vikram Samvat 2083, wishing for prosperity, good health and renewed energy in their lives. ... read..


Humayun Kabir announces AJUP will contest 182 seats in Bengal Polls
Kolkata (West Bengal) | March 19, 2026 8:51:57 AM IST
Aam Janata Unnayan Party (AJUP) founder and former All India Trinamool Congress (TMC) leader Humayun Kabir on Thursday said that his party will contest 182 seats in the upcoming 2026 West Bengal Assembly elections. ... read..


Good news that 22 more India-bound ships waiting to cross Strait of Hormuz: P Chidambaram
New Delhi | March 19, 2026 8:51:56 AM IST
Former Union Minister and Senior Congress leader P Chidambaram on Thursday said that it is "good and welcome news" that 22 Indian-flagged vessels are waiting to cross Strat of Hormuz to fulfill country's energy needs. ... read..


PM Modi extends heartfelt wishes on Navratri, Gudi Padwa, Cheti Chand and Ugadi
New Delhi | March 19, 2026 8:51:52 AM IST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday extended heartfelt greetings on the auspicious occasions of Navratri, Gudi Padwa, Ugadi and Cheti Chand. ... read..


"Gudi Padwa" celebrated in Maharashtra; CM Fadnavis joins shobha yatra
Nagpur (Maharashtra) | March 19, 2026 8:51:51 AM IST
Celebrations began with a shobha yatra in Nagpur on the occasion of 'Gudi Padwa' on Thursday, ushering in the Marathi New Year with great enthusiasm and traditional fervour. The city witnessed vibrant processions, cultural performances, and widespread par ... read..


"Our victory is assured": TMC senior leader Nirmal Majhi ahead of West Bengal polls
Hooghly (West Bengal) | March 19, 2026 8:21:36 AM IST
Trinamool Congress (TMC) senior leader Dr Nirmal Majhi on Wednesday asserted confidence in the victory of Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee-led party in the upcoming West Bengal assembly elections. ... read..


Indian Army organises Iftar party for villagers in Poonch
Poonch (Jammu and Kashmir) | March 19, 2026 8:21:35 AM IST
The Indian Army organised an Iftar party for Muslim residents in Draba village of Surankote in Poonch district on Wednesday evening. ... read..


"Government running bulldozer in Assembly, 'Chor Model' governance against people": KT Rama Rao slams Telangana CM Revanth
Hyderabad (Telangana) | March 19, 2026 8:21:32 AM IST
Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) Working President and MLA KT Rama Rao (KTR) launched a sharp attack on the Telangana government during the Assembly budget session, accusing Chief Minister Revanth Reddy of lacking substance and failing to address key public c ... read..


India's neonatal mortality rate declined by nearly 70 per cent in 2024: Union Health Minister JP Nadda hails UN report
New Delhi | March 19, 2026 7:21:31 AM IST
Union Health Minister J.P. Nadda on Thursday hailed India's significant progress in maternal and newborn healthcare, citing a nearly 70 per cent decline in the Neonatal Mortality Rate (NMR) over the past 34 years. ... read..


Aaditya Thackeray demands halt to mangrove cutting in Mumbai, alleges "bogus" plantation claims
Mumbai (Maharashtra) | March 19, 2026 7:21:29 AM IST
Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Aaditya Thackeray has demanded an immediate halt to the cutting of around 45,000 mangroves in Mumbai, raising serious environmental concerns and allegations of fraud. ... read..


"Now we are going to campaign": Kerala Congress finalises candidates for all 95 seats, says VD Satheesan
New Delhi | March 19, 2026 7:21:28 AM IST
Leader of Opposition in the Kerala Assembly V.D. Satheesan on Thursday announced that the Congress party has completed the candidate selection process for all 95 seats it is contesting in the upcoming state elections. ... read..


Jairam Ramesh questions lack of formal farewell for Jagdeep Dhankhar after "compulsory retirement"
New Delhi | March 19, 2026 7:21:26 AM IST
Congress MP Jairam Ramesh on Wednesday raised concerns over the lack of a formal farewell for former Vice President and Rajya Sabha Chairman Jagdeep Dhankhar, nearly eight months after his sudden resignation. ... read..


Morning 'Aarti' performed at major temples across India on first day of Chaitra Navratri
New Delhi | March 19, 2026 6:51:59 AM IST
Devotees on Thursday gathered in large numbers at prominent shrines, including the Jhandewalan and Chhatarpur temples in Delhi and Mumba Devi in Mumbai, to offer prayers on the first day of Chaitra Navratri. ... read..


"Bit funny to put such allegations": Priyanka Chaturvedi slams Kangana Ranaut's 'tapori' remark on Rahul Gandhi
New Delhi | March 19, 2026 6:21:26 AM IST
Shiv Sena (UBT) MP Priyanka Chaturvedi on Wednesday defended Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi following controversial remarks by BJP MP Kangana Ranaut, stating that personal or political disagreements do not justify such "wrong" allegations. ... read..


Action to be taken against cross-voters: Haryana Congress in charge Hariprasad on RS polls
New Delhi | March 19, 2026 6:21:25 AM IST
Haryana Congress in charge and party leader BK Hariprasad on Wednesday said that during the recent state Rajya Sabha elections, several irregularities occurred within the party's voting. Out of 36 votes cast by Congress MLAs, five to six were declared inv ... read..


Rahul Gandhi, Priyanka Gandhi meet Nitin Gadkari; flags concerns of Rajasthan vehicle body builders' over new fees
New Delhi | March 19, 2026 5:21:22 AM IST
Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi and Congress MP Priyanka Gandhi Vadra, on Wednesday, met Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways Nitin Gadkari to discuss challenges faced by truck and bus body builders from Rajasthan. ... read..


"Speech lacked content, clarity," KTR jibes at Telangana CM Revanth Reddy
Hyderabad (Telangana) | March 19, 2026 4:52:03 AM IST
Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) Working President and MLA KT Rama Rao launched a sharp attack on the Telangana government, alleging that the Chief Minister's recent address in the Assembly had no clarity and failed to mention the status of the 'six guarantee ... read..


"Not an accident, it is murder": AAP MP Sanjay Singh on Palam fire tragedy
New Delhi | March 19, 2026 4:52:01 AM IST
Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) MP Sanjay Singh expressed sharp criticism over the fire department's response following a massive blaze in Delhi's Palam area that claimed the lives of 9 individuals. ... read..


Shivraj Singh Chouhan says FTAs in "interest of farmers", slams opposition's "unwarranted" concerns
New Delhi | March 19, 2026 3:51:31 AM IST
Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan on Wednesday criticised the opposition for raising what he described as "unwarranted concerns" over recent agricultural agreements in trade deals. ... read..


New Delhi: Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla meets retiring Rajya Sabha MPs at Rashtrapati Bhavan
New Delhi | March 19, 2026 3:51:29 AM IST
Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla met with retiring and recently retired Members of Parliament from the Rajya Sabha during a gathering held at Rashtrapati Bhavan in the national capital. ... read..


"Govt has to be proactive to address this dangerous situation": Manipur Deputy CM on foreign nationals allegedly training armed groups
Imphal (Manipur) | March 19, 2026 3:51:28 AM IST
Manipur Deputy Chief Minister Losii Dikho on Wednesday expressed grave concern over the arrest of 7 foreign nationals allegedly involved in providing training to ethnic armed groups. ... read..


Parlimentary panel urges Defence Ministry to explore new avenues in kinetic, non-kinetic and hybrid capabilities
New Delhi | March 19, 2026 3:21:26 AM IST
Parliament's Standing Committee on Defence has strongly emphasized preparedness of Army for modern warfare and recommended to the Defence Ministry to undertake all out efforts in exploring new avenues in the field of kinetic, non-kinetic and hybrid capabi ... read..


Congress MP Manickam Tagore hits out at Kangana Ranaut over remarks on Rahul Gandhi, says she "follows a script"
New Delhi | March 19, 2026 3:21:25 AM IST
Congress MP Manickam Tagore on Wednesday criticised BJP MP Kangana Ranaut over the latter calling Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi a 'tapori' while Gandhi was protesting against the Prime Minister. Tagore said that such statements by Ranaut ... read..


Supriya Shrinate slams Kangana Ranaut over 'tapori' remark on Rahul Gandhi
New Delhi | March 19, 2026 3:21:23 AM IST
Congress leader Supriya Shrinate on Wednesday launched a sharp attack on BJP MP Kangana Ranaut over her 'tapori' remark on Congress leader Rahul Gandhi, alleging that there is a "bizarre competition" within the BJP over making offensive statements. ... read..


"Peshawari is our bestseller": Hyderabad vendors see wurging sales for traditional footwear during Ramzan
Hyderabad (Telangana) | March 19, 2026 2:51:39 AM IST
Local footwear vendors in the Puranapul area of Hyderabad have witnessed a surge in sales as shoppers throng the market ahead of the upcoming Ramzan celebrations. ... read..


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