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BusinessMar 13, 2026 06:04 PM

India's forex reserves drop USD 11.68 bn to USD 716.81 bn

Mumbai, Mar 13 (PTI) India's forex reserves dropped by USD 11.683 billion to USD 716.810 billion during the week ended March 6, the RBI said on Friday. In the previous reporting week, the overall reserves had increased by USD 4.885 billion to an all-time high of USD 728.494 billion. For the week ended March 6, foreign currency assets, a major component of the reserves, decreased by USD 9.880 billion to USD 563.245 billion, according to data released by the central bank. Expressed in dollar te ...Read More >

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BusinessMar 13, 2026 06:04 PM

Odisha: ASI arrested for taking Rs 25,000 bribe from dhaba owner

Bhubaneswar, March 12 (PTI) The Odisha vigilance department has arrested a police assistant sub-inspector for allegedly demanding and accepting a bribe of Rs 25,000 from a dhaba owner, officials said on Friday. The arrested officer, identified as Arupa Nanda Das, posted at Badagaon police station in Sundargarh district, was caught on Thursday while accepting the bribe to help the dhaba owner in a case and allow him to operate his business smoothly, the department said in a statement. Following ...Read More >

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OtherMar 13, 2026 06:04 PM

'Super' El Nino 2026: India Braces for Record-Breaking Heat and Monsoon Deficit | 📰 LatestLY

Mumbai, March 13: Climate scientists have issued an urgent warning that India may face an unprecedented summer of intense heat as a "Super" El Nino phenomenon begins to take shape in the Pacific Ocean. Updated data from the European Centre for Medium-Range Weather Forecasts (ECMWF) suggests that atmospheric signals are aligning for one of the strongest El Nino events in decades, potentially rivaling the extreme cycles of 1997-98 and 2015-16. For India, this translates to a high probability of r ...Read More >

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PoliticsMar 13, 2026 06:04 PM

Ladli Behna Yojana: Madhya Pradesh CM Mohan Yadav Transfers INR 1,836 Crore to 1.25 Crore Women Bene...

Gwalior, March 13: Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav, on Friday, transferred Rs 1,836 crore into the bank accounts of more than 1.25 crore women, the beneficiaries of the Ladli Behna Yojana. The Chief Minister transferred the amount through a single click during a ceremonial event -- 'Ladli Behna Sammelan' organised at the Shabari Mata Temple in Gwalior. Union Communications Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia, who is a Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) Lok Sabha MP from Guna constituency, also joi ...Read More >

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PoliticsMar 13, 2026 06:03 PM

Telugu actors' talent should shine in Hollywood too: Telangana CM Revanth Reddy

New Delhi (PTI): The Supreme Court on Friday refused to entertain a PIL seeking a nationwide policy providing paid menstrual leave for women students and workers, observing no one would give them jobs in such a scenario and that such a provision would unintentionally reinforce gender stereotypes. The top court, however, asked the Centre and competent authorities to consider the representation of the PIL petitioner and examine the possibility of framing a policy on menstrual leave after consulti ...Read More >

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BusinessMar 13, 2026 06:03 PM

Sunidhi Chauhan takes "complete vocal rest" due to severe throat infection, reschedules Kolkata conc...

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], March 13 (ANI): Singer Sunidhi Chauhan has postponed her upcoming concert in Kolkata due to a severe throat infection. In a statement shared on her social media handle, Sunidhi revealed that the concert, which was set to take place on Saturday, March 14, has now been rescheduled for March 25. The singer also shared that she has been advised to complete vocal rest by her doctor. View this post on Instagram A post shared by BAE : Before Anyone Else (@whatsonbae) ...Read More >

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SportsMar 13, 2026 06:01 PM

Abhishek Sharma pays sacred visit to Vaishno Devi temple post winning T20 World Cup

Katra (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], March 13 (ANI): Cricketer Abhishek Sharma recently visited the famous Katra Vaishno Devi temple in Jammu, a few days after Team India clinched the ICC's Men's T20 World Cup 2026. On Friday, Abhishek took to Instagram and shared pictures from the shrine. "Jai Mata di," he simply captioned the post. He could be seen standing on the pilgrimage route with his hands folded, a tilak on his forehead, dressed in a white kurta-pyjama. Abhishek Sharma played a crucia ...Read More >

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Mar 13, 2026 06:01 PM

Lumikai Leads USD 1.5 Million Seed Round for NPrep to Scale Interactive AI-Powered Educational Platf...

PNN New Delhi [India], March 13: Lumikai, India's pioneering venture capital fund focused on interactive media, digital platforms and games, today announced it is leading a $1.5 million seed round in NPrep, an AI- powered, video-first learning platform revolutionizing preparation for high-stakes nursing entrance examinations and global healthcare careers. NPrep fits squarely into Lumikai's thesis that interactive customised mechanics, outcome-based feedback loops, and AI-led personalisation en ...Read More >

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OtherMar 13, 2026 05:34 PM

Maharashtra govt introduces mandatory permits for electric rickshaws, e-bikes

New Delhi: Maharashtra's Transport Minister, Pratap Sarnaik, announced that the state government has decided to make permits mandatory for passengers carrying electric rickshaws and e-bikes. This initiative will ensure uniformity in transport sector rules, according to Sarnaik. Earlier, the Maharashtra government decided not to issue new permits for the autorickshaws (with yellow-and-black registration plates) in the state. Additionally, the transport department temporarily suspended the permit ...Read More >

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PoliticsMar 13, 2026 05:32 PM

Nagaland progressing across key sectors, youth potential driving growth: Guv

Kohima, March 13 (SocialNews.XYZ) Newly appointed Nagaland Governor Nand Kishore Yadav on Friday said the Northeastern region has witnessed renewed focus and investment in recent years, particularly in connectivity, infrastructure and economic development. After assuming office as the 23rd Governor of Nagaland, Yadav addressed the people of the state and highlighted that various initiatives undertaken by the government are expanding opportunities while integrating the region more closely with t ...Read More >

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SportsMar 12, 2026 06:08 PM

IPL 2026 RCB's Best probable XI: No room for T20 World Cup star Jacob Bethell?

Royal Challengers Bengaluru's playing XI for 2026 could see the the defending champions sticking to their winning formula, with Rajat Patidar leading a squad that balances veteran experience with high-impact power hitters. Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) enter the 2026 season as defending champions for the first time in their history. Following their historic maiden title win in 2025, the franchise has retained the core of the squad that won the tournament rather than a massive overhaul. Unde ...Read More >

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PoliticsMar 12, 2026 06:08 PM

50 Kashmiri nursing students in Rajasthan face FIRs over recognition row

The Jammu and Kashmir Students Association (JKSA) on Wednesday reached out to Union home minister Amit Shah, seeking the revocation of FIRs and suspension orders against Kashmiri students at Mewar University in Chittorgarh, Rajasthan. The association cited "academic uncertainty and harassment" following a dispute over the legitimacy of their nursing degrees. The controversy centres on over 50 Kashmiri students currently in the fifth semester of the BSc Nursing programme. These students, who we ...Read More >

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BusinessMar 12, 2026 06:08 PM

Madhya Pradesh gets Centre's nod to extend Bhavantar scheme to mustard

The Central government has cleared a Madhya Pradesh government proposal to extend the price deficiency support scheme, also called the Bhavantar Bhugtan Yojana (BBY), to mustard procurement after its use for soybean in 2025. The scheme is meant to protect farmers from price volatility. The decision to extend the scheme to mustard was taken at a meeting in Delhi today between Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav and Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan. The Bhavantar scheme co ...Read More >

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EntertainmentMar 12, 2026 06:08 PM

Mrunal Thakur reunites with Kumkum Bhagya co-stars at her home: See here

Actress Mrunal Thakur left her fans nostalgic as she reunited with her former co-stars from the hit television series Kumkum Bhagya on Wednesday night. Actor Supriya Shukla, who played Mrunal's mother in the TV serial, took to her Instagram and shared a carousel of photos featuring the Kumkum Bhagya cast members reunited after a long time. Supriya wrote a heartfelt birthday message for veteran actress Madhu Raja in the post, remembering their long-standing friendship. Mrunal played the role of ...Read More >

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PoliticsMar 12, 2026 06:08 PM

Srinagar court issues non-bailable warrant against Farooq Abdullah in J&K cricket association scam

Srinagar, March 12 (SocialNews.XYZ) A court in Srinagar, on Thursday, issued a non-bailable warrant against former Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) Chief Minister and National Conference (NC) President, Farooq Abdullah, in the J&K Cricket Association (JKCA) scam case. Official sources said here that the Srinagar Chief Judicial Magistrate court has rejected the plea of Farooq Abdullah seeking exemption from personal appearance and issued a non-bailable warrant against him in the JKCA scam case. The matt ...Read More >

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OtherMar 12, 2026 06:08 PM

Half-day for all Telangana schools from March 15 to April 23

Telangana School Education Department has announced half-day for all schools in the State, starting from March 15 to April 23, 2026 - the last working day of the 2025-26 academic year. All government, government aided and private management schools will function from 8 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. The midday meals shall be prepared at 12:30 PM., as per the order issued by Director of School Education Department on Thursday (March 12, 2026). Some of the schools are centres for SSC examinations. Such scho ...Read More >

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EntertainmentMar 12, 2026 06:08 PM

Ex-Malayalam Child Actor Harimurali Found Dead At Kerala Home

Harimurali, who started out as a child actor, was now working as a VFX artist. ShowQuick Read Summary is AI-generated, newsroom-reviewed * Harimurali, former Malayalam child actor, was found dead at his home in Kerala * He was 27 years old and acted in around 50 films as a child artist * Harimurali worked as a VFX artist in the film industry after his acting career Did our AI summary help? Let us know. Switch To Beeps Mode Harimurali, former child actor known for Malayalam movies such a ...Read More >

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BusinessTechnologyMar 12, 2026 06:08 PM

Capgemini Eyes Expansion in Andhra Pradesh with 20,000 Job Potential | Technology

Andhra Pradesh IT Minister Nara Lokesh has made a strategic move to strengthen the state's technological landscape by inviting Capgemini to set up an IT development centre and a Global Capability Centre (GCC) in Visakhapatnam, with a vision to generate approximately 20,000 jobs. During his meeting with Capgemini's chief executive, Aiman Ezzat, in the port city, Lokesh laid out a comprehensive plan for potential investments and expansion opportunities. The minister urged Capgemini to play an act ...Read More >

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PoliticsMar 12, 2026 06:08 PM

Sharukh Pathan, Accused in 2020 Delhi Riots, Denied Bail

Sharukh Pathan, an accused in the 2020 Delhi riots for allegedly pointing a gun at a constable, has been denied bail by a Delhi court, prolonging his stay in Tihar Jail. Key PointsSharukh Pathan, accused of pointing a gun at a constable during the 2020 Delhi riots, has been denied bail by a Delhi court.The court rejected Pathan's bail application, which was based on the amount of time he has already spent in custody.Pathan faces charges in two cases related to the riots, including attempted mur ...Read More >

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BusinessMar 12, 2026 06:08 PM

Amrit Bharat Express Launched Between Dhanbad and Coimbatore: Route, Stations, Schedule

Indian Railways launched the Amrit Bharat Express connecting Dhanbad and Pottanur, enhancing travel between East and South India. The train features modern amenities and stops at major stations, benefiting commuters, students, and tourists. In a move aimed at making long-distance travel more convenient, the Indian Railways is set to introduce a new train service connecting eastern and southern parts of the country. According to reports, the Amrit Bharat Express, equipped with several modern fac ...Read More >

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SportsMar 12, 2026 06:08 PM

WATCH: Virat Kohli turns up the heat in nets, fans go CRAZY over viral IPL 2026 practice video

Former Royal Challengers Bengaluru captain Virat Kohli shared a training video on Instagram ahead of IPL 2026, which quickly caught the attention of fans and went viral. IPL 2026: Star cricketer Virat Kohli has kicked off his preparations for the 19th edition of Indian Premier League 2026. The former Royal Challengers Bengaluru captain shared a training video on Instagram, which quickly caught the attention of fans and went viral. In the reel, Kohli was seen in the nets, perfecting his batting ...Read More >

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BusinessMar 12, 2026 06:08 PM

India monitoring 28 merchant ships in Persian Gulf, 10 million Indians in West Asia

A total of 24 Indian-flagged vessels with 677 Indian seafarers are currently located to the west of the Strait of Hormuz, while four vessels with 101 Indian seafarers are to the east of the crucial waterway, Rajesh Kumar Sinha, special secretary in the shipping ministry, told a briefing on developments in West Asia. Indians constitute almost 12% of the global seafaring workforce, with a total of more than 320,000 active sailors, and attacks on merchant vessels during recent conflicts in West As ...Read More >

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BusinessMar 12, 2026 06:08 PM

Jitendra Singh chairs SCOVA meeting, interacts with pensioners' associations

New Delhi, Mar 10 (UNI) union Minister of State for Personnel, Public Grievances and Pensions Jitendra Singh on Tuesday interacted with representatives of various pensioners' associations and chaired the 35th meeting of the Standing Committee of Voluntary Agencies (SCOVA) in New Delhi. SCOVA was constituted in 1986 by the Department of Pension and Pensioners' Welfare to institutionalise coordination between the government and pensioners' associations. The committee functions under the chairman ...Read More >

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BusinessMar 12, 2026 06:08 PM

LPG Production Up By 28 Pc In 5 Days, Cylinder Delivery Time Remains 2.5 Days: Hardeep Puri | Nation

New Delhi: LPG production has been increased by 28 per cent through refinery directives in the last five days, and further procurement is actively underway, Union Minister for Petroleum and Natural Gas, Hardeep Singh Puri, said in the Parliament on Thursday. Stressing that the government's foremost priority is that the kitchens of India's more than 33 crore families, especially the poor and the underprivileged, do not face any shortage, Puri said domestic supply is fully protected, and the deli ...Read More >

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SportsMar 12, 2026 06:08 PM

Shivam Dube Boards Train, Travels In 3rd AC To Reach Mumbai After India's Win In T20 World Cup Final

All-rounder Shivam Dube was one of the top performers for India in the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026. He played all nine matches for the world No. 1 T20I team and scored 235 runs in addition to taking five wickets. In the final of the shortest format mega-event, which was played between India and New Zealand in Ahmedabad on Sunday, March 8, he scored 26 runs from just 8 balls. Of those 26 runs, he added 24 runs to India's total in the 20th over itself by hitting three fours and a couple of sixes. ...Read More >

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BusinessMar 12, 2026 06:08 PM

Kerala Official Nabbed in Bribery Sting for Residence Certificate

A Kerala panchayat clerk was arrested after being caught red-handed accepting a bribe for issuing a residence certificate, highlighting ongoing efforts to combat corruption in local government. Key PointsA panchayat clerk in Palakkad, Kerala, was arrested for allegedly demanding a bribe for issuing a residence certificate.The clerk allegedly requested Rs 2,500 to issue the certificate, leading the complainant to report the incident to the Vigilance and Anti-Corruption Bureau (VACB).VACB officia ...Read More >

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PoliticsMar 12, 2026 06:08 PM

Assam CM alleges Pawan Khera attempted to reach militant groups to influence polls

Guwahati, March 12 (SocialNews.XYZ) Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Thursday alleged that Congress leader Pawan Khera attempted to contact militant organisations in the state to influence election outcomes, claiming that multiple cases have already been registered against him. Speaking to reporters here, Sarma said that three to four cases have been filed in connection with the alleged attempt to reach out to militant groups ahead of the elections. The Chief Minister also hinted at ...Read More >

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BusinessMar 12, 2026 06:08 PM

Fact Check: Are ships pretending to be Chinese in the Strait of Hormuz?

Iran has cut off transit in the Strait of Hormuz to the majority of vessels as part of its fight back against the United States and Israel, saying that not a single liter of oil will get through to those countries. Its forces have used missiles and drones to strike at least 19 different ships attempting the passage since the war began on February 28. Only a handful of non-Iranian commercial ships have made it through - including some which declared themselves as either owned, operated or crewe ...Read More >

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BusinessMar 12, 2026 06:08 PM

LPG Shortage: HCLTech Offers Work From Home As Office Cafeterias Disrupted

Infosys also issues advisories on limited cafeteria menu options A shortage of cooking gas has begun to disrupt corporate offices in India, with HCLTech allowing employees at its Chennai office to work from home on March 12 and 13 after cafeteria operations were hit by the LPG crunch, according to a report by Mint. The move came after several cafeteria vendors were unable to operate due to the shortage of commercial LPG cylinders, prompting the company to offer employees the option of remote w ...Read More >

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OtherMar 12, 2026 06:08 PM

Delhi summer pollution and why it is here to stay

On February 14, the country's capital had seen past the cold days and it was, in fact, a warm day for this time of the year. And yet, when the maximum temperature in the city crossed 25 degrees Celsius, its air quality index (AQI) was at a level that was "hazardous"- a figure above 300. Summer arrived early this year in India, but even when temperatures have hit 35 degrees Celsius in Delhi NCR, bad air quality refuses to go away. The air we breathe continues to choke us silently, even though it ...Read More >

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