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Lucknow: Lucknow Super Giants head coach Justin Langer looked relaxed on Tuesday. All his pacers, including tearaway Mayank Yadav, are fit and raring to go and the batters too are in good touch for their IPL 2026 opener against Delhi Capitals here on Wednesday. "This season, we have a problem of plenty as well as tricky (selection calls) as all the bowlers are fit whereas every batter is doing his best in the camp," the former Australia batting great said. "We have Nicholas Pooran, Aiden Markr ...Read More >
Gandhinagar (Gujarat) [India], March 31 (ANI): On the occasion of Bhagwan Mahavir Jayanti, Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the grand, world-class 'Samrat Samprati Museum', dedicated to India's heritage and Jain culture, at Shri Mahavir Jain Aradhana Kendra, Koba, Gandhinagar. On this occasion, Jain Acharya Rashtrasant Shri Padmasagar Surishwarji, Governor Shri Acharya Devvratji, Chief Minister Shri Bhupendra Patel, and Deputy Chief Minister Shri Harsh Sanghavi were present. While inau ...Read More >
The sudden demise of Bengali actor Rahul Arunoday Banerjee has sparked outrage within the film and television industry, with the All Indian Cine Workers Association (AICWA) demanding strict legal action and accountability. The actor died after drowning while shooting for the TV show Bhole Baba Paar Karega near Talsari beach, an incident that has raised serious concerns about on-set safety practices. In a strongly worded statement, AICWA alleged that the tragedy was not merely accidental but the ...Read More >
The Indian Army has extended the registration deadline for Recruitment Year 2027 from April 1 to April 10, 2026. The move aims to allow more candidates to apply, with officials urging applicants to complete the process well before the deadline. Hyderabad: The Indian Army recruitment notification for Recruitment Year 2027, issued on February 13, 2026, with the last date of registration till April 1, 2026, has been extended till April 10, 2026, to provide an extended opportunity to aspiring candi ...Read More >
New Delhi/Mumbai: Two India-flagged tankers hauling liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) arrived in the country after being cleared by Iran to transit the strategic Strait of Hormuz, even as two additional carriers, the BW Tyr and BW Elm, began their journey through the waterway on Saturday, officials aware of the matter said. According to the officials, the Jag Vasant, a 230-metre-long ship, dropped anchor around 8 pm on Friday at Vadinar, a terminal of the state-run Deendayal Port Authority (DPA), p ...Read More >
Granules Life Sciences (GLS) manufacturing facility in Shamirpet, near Hyderabad, has been classified as voluntary action indicated (VAI) by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (U.S. FDA) consequent to an inspection in December 2025. The establishment inspection report (EIR) was issued following a current good manufacturing practice (cGMP) and pre-approval inspection (PAI) of the oral solid dosage manufacturing operations between December 15 and 19. The inspection is now closed and no regulat ...Read More >
Aero O2 restores up to 90% oxygen, detoxifies, and revitalizes homes New Delhi, Delhi, India - Business Wire India Orient Electric Limited, part of the USD 3 billion CKA Birla Group, today unveiled Aero O2, a first-of-its-kind lifestyle innovation that evolves the ceiling fan from simple air movement to active air revitalization. Powered by patented Bio-Oxy Plasma ION+ Technology, Aero O2 is India's first oxygen-enriching fan designed to create a fresher, more energizing indoor atmosphere for ...Read More >
Puducherry Candidate Tracker: Almost every constituency now features triangular or multi-cornered contests, with very few straightforward one-on-one fights. With nominations closed, scrutiny over, and withdrawals completed, Puducherry's electoral battlefield is now set. While the Election Commission is still formally consolidating the final constituency-wise list, overall trends across all 30 seats point to a crowded, multi-cornered contest driven as much by alliances as by rebellion. The Big ...Read More >
The Maharashtra government on Monday sent Satara Superintendent of Police (SP) Tushar Doshi on compulsory leave pending an inquiry into allegations of police misconduct during the recent Satara Zilla Parishad (ZP) presidential polls. As an interim arrangement, additional superintendent of police Vaishali Kadukar has been given temporary charge of the district police administration. When contacted, Kadukar's office confirmed that she had taken charge. The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) won the el ...Read More >
Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) report, tabled by chief minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu for the financial year 2024-25 pointed out that state's total debt and liabilities crossed the ₹1 lakh crore mark for the first time. Emphasising on the urgent need for stronger monitoring systems, timely compliance, and reforms to ensure financial discipline and effective governance in the state, the report reveals that the overall liabilities of the state stood at ₹1,04,410 crore as on March 31, 2 ...Read More >
The Municipal Corporation of Gurugram (MCG) has urged property owners to clear their dues within the next three days, with March 31 marking the deadline for property tax payment for the current financial year, officials said. Civic officials said that once the new financial year begins, an interest of 18% per annum will be levied on pending dues, significantly increasing the financial burden on defaulters. Property owners who have not yet paid their taxes have been advised to do so before the d ...Read More >
A group of retired Indian Administrative Service and Indian Forest Service officials and wildlife conservationists has raised "serious concerns" over the Assam government deploying around 1,600 personnel of the Assam Forest Protection Force (AFPF) on election duty. An Assam government official confirmed to The Hindu that it was the "first time" forest personnel were requisitioned for election duty. Assam votes in a single phase on April 9. In a joint representation addressed to authorities on ...Read More >
Addressing a rally in Gujarat's Banaskantha district, the Prime Minister highlighted the government's handling of rising global fuel prices amid the West Asia conflict and said that some political parties wait for difficult situations to benefit politically. "Unfortunately some political parties try to take political advantage even during crises. Congress waits for trouble in the country so that it can gain political benefit. Even when fuel prices are rising worldwide, the government is trying ...Read More >
BETTING giant William Hill is closing 200 high street stores within weeks due to the "significant tax increases" unleashed by Labour. The bookmaker blamed the "cost pressures" of the last Budget for the decision that will trigger a round of staff layoffs. Chancellor Rachel Reeves is doubling taxes on online gaming from 21 to 40 per cent, while online sports betting will increase from 15 to 25 per cent. William Hill's parent company Evoke said in a statement: "Following a thorough review and f ...Read More >
The batsman turned 15 last week, making him eligible to represent India under International Cricket Council rules, having already starred for his country at youth level. There were growing calls on Tuesday for teenager Vaibhav Suryavanshi to be fast-tracked into India's senior national team after slamming a 17-ball 52 to launch his IPL season. The batsman turned 15 last week, making him eligible to represent India under International Cricket Council rules, having already starred for his countr ...Read More >
World chess champion Dommaraju Gukesh has announced a partial break from long events of the Grand Chess Tour to focus on recovering from his form slump. Reigning World Chess Champion Dommaraju Gukesh has experienced a severe slump in form throughout early 2026. After making history in December 2024 by defeating Ding Liren to become the youngest-ever undisputed champion, the teenager has struggled to maintain his momentum. His 2026 campaign began poorly at the Tata Steel Masters in January, whe ...Read More >
SRINAGAR, India, Mar 31 2026 (IPS) - For the past few weeks, residents living in and around Dal Lake in Indian Kashmir have witnessed "a different phenomenon" as a green sludge has accumulated on the once pristine water. Photos circulating widely on social media triggered a public outcry. Some citizens and environmentalists warned that the transformation reflects heavy sewage pollution in this Himalayan Lake in the heart of Srinagar, Kashmir's summer capital. The Dal Lake is a complex wetland e ...Read More >
While four of the assurances focused on healthcare, land rights and financial support for women and senior citizens, the commitment on Garg's death stood out. "When our party's government is formed, we promise to find out how Zubeen was murdered and who was involved. We will conduct an inquiry into it and make the results public within 100 days," Kharge said while addressing an election rally in Naoboicha. The announcement comes even as a murder trial in the case is already underway, where sev ...Read More >
Writer alleges Ranveer Singh's Dhurandhar 2 makers copied his script and plans legal action. Check video to know what he said! Dhurandhar 2 The Revenge continues its strong run at the box office and is breaking records quickly. However, amid its success, the film has now landed in controversy. Writer and filmmaker Santosh Kumar R S has accused the makers of copying his script, which has started a fresh debate online. The film is directed by Aditya Dhar and has been widely praised for its scale ...Read More >
During the search operation, a brief exchange of fire was heard, prompting authorities to rush additional reinforcements to the site Gunshots were reported from the Ahrama forest area in central Kashmir's Ganderbal district on Tuesday (March 31) during an ongoing cordon-and-search operation by security forces. According to officials, a joint team comprising the Jammu and Kashmir Police, the Indian Army, and the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) launched a large-scale operation in the area fol ...Read More >
Chandigarh (Haryana) [India], March 31 (ANI): In a significant move to safeguard public finances, the Panchkula Municipal Corporation has successfully recovered a principal amount of Rs 127.27 crore from Kotak Mahindra Bank. The Haryana Power Generation Corporation Limited (HPGCL) has also recovered Rs 25 crore from AU Small Finance Bank. The entire outstanding dues from IDFC Bank had already been cleared, according to an official statement from the state government. With these recoveries, the ...Read More >
President Droupadi Murmu emphasizes Nalanda University's revival as a symbol of national and international heritage during its convocation. The university aims to become a leading educational hub while honoring Buddhist scholarship traditions. Murmu lauds community initiatives and reiterates support for holistic education aligned with India's development goals. Nalanda University's revival has been hailed as a symbol of national and international commitment to rejuvenating its ancient heritage ...Read More >
Kolkata: Ryan Williams waited two years and five months for the night to happen. And four minutes to make it memorable. No Indian has scored sooner on debut. It was the first of many firsts in Kochi. First win of the 2027 Asian Cup qualifying campaign, first for Khalid Jamil as head coach and a first goal for Akash Mishra whose 50th minute volley made the 2-1 result against Hong Kong possible. This was India's first win in seven matches since March 19, 2025 when they beat Maldives 3-0 in a frie ...Read More >
Arshdeep bowled four wides and a no-ball in his final over, which stretched to 11 deliveries and included a boundary, as he conceded 12 runs. It was the longest over in IPL history, matching five other bowlers -- Mohammed Siraj (vs Mumbai Indians, 2023), Tushar Deshpande (vs LSG, Chennai, 2023), Shardul Thakur (vs KKR, Kolkata, 2025), Sandeep Sharma (vs DC, Delhi, 2025), and Hardik Pandya (vs GT, Wankhede, 2025). PBKS vs GT LIVE Score, IPL 2026 This is not the first time Arshdeep has endured s ...Read More >
The aircraft landed at the Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport around 5.18 pm. ShowQuick Read Summary is AI-generated, newsroom-reviewed * An Air India Express flight from Bagdogra to Delhi made an emergency landing in Lucknow * The crew diverted the flight due to a smoke alarm as a safety precaution * The passengers were re-accommodated on alternative flights to Delhi Did our AI summary help? Let us know. Switch To Beeps Mode New Delhi: An Air India Express flight bound for D ...Read More >
The 26-year-old right-handed batter scored 650 runs for Gujarat Titans in 15 matches of IPL 2025 but didn't feature for his national team in the T20 World Cup 2026. Gujarat Titans are playing their first match of IPL 2026 on Tuesday (March 31) against Punjab Kings, and ahead of the start of that fixture in New Chandigarh, former Indian spinner Ravichandran Ashwin has made a bold prediction about one of their star batters. In a video posted by Ashwin on X ahead of the start of the GT-PBKS match, ...Read More >
Accusing the opposition of promoting Naxalism for vested interests, Madhya Pradesh chief minister Mohan Yadav on Tuesday claimed the menace had been wiped out due to the efforts of Union home minister Amit Shah. Addressing the MP-UP Sahyog Sammelan at a hotel in Varanasi, Yadav said opposition leaders who once encouraged Naxalism had ultimately fallen victim to it. "With the concerted efforts of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union home minister Amit Shah, Lal Salaam has received its last sal ...Read More >
At IFFD 2026, Imtiaz Ali praised 'Dhurandhar' for boosting theatre attendance. He also discussed his upcoming film 'Main Vaapas Aaunga', his second collaboration with Diljit Dosanjh, which is a love story set during the 1947 partition. Filmmaker Imtiaz Ali expressed his gratitude to the makers of Dhurandhar for increasing the footfall in the theatres with their film. At the International Film Festival of Delhi 2026, Imtiaz Ali shared his happiness for the massive theatrical reception of the fil ...Read More >
The BJP has accused the Congress and Kerala's ruling Left coalition of 'spreading a false narrative' regarding changes to the FCRA, or Foreign Contributions Regulatory Act. Union Minister Kiren Rijiju clarified Monday the FCRA Amendment Bill is 'not against any community' and that allegations made by opposition parties - that certain provisions are against minority communities and religious institutions - amount to 'misinformation' being peddled. Rijiju stressed that no religion or community wo ...Read More >
Following allegations of voter enrolment irregularities by the Trinamool Congress against the BJP, the West Bengal Chief Electoral Officer has promised to review CCTV footage to investigate potential violations of electoral regulations. Photograph: ANI PhotoKey PointsWest Bengal CEO Manoj Kumar Agarwal promises to review CCTV footage after TMC alleges BJP misconduct in voter enrolment.TMC leader Abhishek Banerjee claims BJP submitted 30,000 Form 6 applications in violation of Supreme Court dire ...Read More >
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