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  • newUttar Pradesh: 2.4 crore names dropped in poll rolls since SIR announced
    Uttar Pradesh's voter count is approaching 13 crore. A voter roll revision exercise is nearing completion. Notices were issued and hearings held for millions of voters. Many names were removed due to migration or other reasons. Thousands of applications for corrections and updates were also processed. The final electoral roll will be published soon.
    - 3 hours ago 8 Mar 26, 6:43am -
  • newPeaceful Nepal elections historic, ready to work with new government: PM Modi
    Nepal's elections saw a landslide victory for Balendra Shah's Rastriya Swatantra Party. Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated Nepal on its peaceful polls, highlighting the vibrant exercise of democratic rights. Shah, a rapper-turned-politician, projects a 'Nepal First' hyper-nationalism, emphasizing neutrality in foreign policy.
    - 3 hours ago 8 Mar 26, 6:30am -
  • newPMO seeks third-party audits for road, rail projects
    The PMO is pushing for independent third-party audits in road and rail projects to boost quality and speed up execution. Ministries are tasked with studying past successful construction practices, like those from the Golden Quadrilateral era, and international models from Indonesia and Malaysia.
    - 3 hours ago 8 Mar 26, 6:24am -
  • new‘To take a little pressure off’: Trump on waiver for India to buy Russian oil
    The US may ease pressure on global oil markets, potentially allowing India to continue buying Russian crude to stabilize supply amid Middle East tensions. Washington granted India a temporary waiver to accept Russian oil shipments, ensuring energy security as crucial shipping routes face disruptions. India assures consumers of comfortable energy supplies, with diversified imports and adequate reserves.
    - 3 hours ago 8 Mar 26, 6:18am -
  • new'Gambhir fought everyone': Shoaib Akhtar's stunning reveal on Samson's comeback
    Former Pakistan bowler Shoaib Akhtar commends India coach Gautam Gambhir. Gambhir strongly advocated for Sanju Samson's inclusion in the T20 World Cup squad. Samson has since delivered exceptional performances. His batting has been a major highlight of the tournament. He has scored significantly and broken records. This has helped India reach the final.
    - 4 hours ago 8 Mar 26, 6:00am -
  • newHow a Hyderabad man built a massive food distribution network while working 9-5
    A Hyderabad manager, Muhammad Aziz, dedicates his mornings for a decade to feeding the needy outside NIMS Hospital. What began with 30 packets has grown into a daily service for hundreds, providing nutritious, home-cooked meals. Aziz's unwavering commitment, supported by volunteers, ensures no one goes hungry, transforming a personal promise into a powerful movement of compassion.
    - 4 hours ago 8 Mar 26, 5:49am -
  • newGwalior: 20-year-old woman abducted from street, gang-raped on college campus
    A 20-year-old woman was abducted and gang-raped by three men on a college campus in Gwalior's Dabra area. The incident, which occurred on February 19, came to light after the survivor's health worsened. Police have arrested the three accused, identified as a watchman and two e-rickshaw drivers.
    - 4 hours ago 8 Mar 26, 5:39am -
  • newGulf crisis: Dubai's Marina Tower hit by debris from intercepted Iranian projectile
    Dubai authorities confirmed that debris from a successful aerial interception, not a direct attack, caused a minor incident in Dubai Marina. The event was linked to regional tensions and ongoing conflict involving Iran, the United States and Israel and resulted in falling debris that struck a tower, with no injuries reported.
    - 4 hours ago 8 Mar 26, 5:21am -
  • newHappy International Women's Day: 75+ messages, greetings, wishes and quotes
    International Women's Day prompts reflection on the vital roles women play, often quietly. The article highlights the significance of acknowledging their strength, effort, and presence. It offers a collection of messages, wishes, and quotes to help express appreciation for the women who enrich our lives, encouraging a pause to recognize their impact.
    - 5 hours ago 8 Mar 26, 5:12am -
  • new'Spoiled narcissist': Taylor Swift faces online criticism about Joe Alwyn
    A viral social media post criticizing Taylor Swift has sparked debate online, referencing her past relationship with Joe Alwyn and mentioning Travis Kelce. The post accuses Swift of belittling Alwyn’s struggles and mocks her current relationship. While the comments spread quickly online, they reflect one user’s opinion rather than verified claims about the singer.
    - 5 hours ago 8 Mar 26, 5:02am -
  • newNew Zealand aim to 'silence' Ahmedabad crowd but wary of Jasprit Bumrah
    New Zealand captain Mitchell Santner is determined to "break a few hearts" by defeating defending champions India in the T20 World Cup final.
    - 5 hours ago 8 Mar 26, 5:00am -
  • newTop legal experts split on social media ban for kids
    Legal experts question the effectiveness of state-level bans on social media for children, citing central government jurisdiction over IT and telecommunications. While appreciating the intent to protect young minds, they advocate for education on constructive usage and pan-India legislation rather than fragmented state laws.
    - 5 hours ago 8 Mar 26, 4:54am -
  • newSeismic map rollback hits quake readiness: Experts
    India's decision to withdraw its updated seismic zonation map and earthquake design code has alarmed experts, who fear it weakens national preparedness for major seismic events. The revised framework, which placed the entire Himalayan arc in the highest risk zone, was seen as a crucial step in enhancing disaster resilience and ensuring safer construction practices against devastating earthquakes.
    - 5 hours ago 8 Mar 26, 4:47am -
  • newDera Sacha Sauda chief Gurmeet Ram Rahim acquitted in journalist murder case
    Punjab and Haryana High Court acquitted Dera Sacha Sauda chief Gurmeet Ram Rahim in the 2002 murder of journalist Ram Chander Chhatrapati, overturning a life sentence. Ram Rahim remains jailed for rape convictions, and his family plans to challenge the acquittal in the Supreme Court.
    - 5 hours ago 8 Mar 26, 4:34am -
  • newGovernment takes steps to train 85,000 chip designers in 315 institutions
    India's Chips to Startups programme is training engineers in semiconductor design. Students from 315 institutions are gaining hands-on experience. The government plans to expand this initiative to 500 institutions. This aims to build a strong talent pipeline for the growing global semiconductor industry. The programme is part of India's larger semiconductor mission.
    - 5 hours ago 8 Mar 26, 4:22am -
  • newLPG price hike: Mamata calls for protests, Sidda seeks PM Modi's ouster
    Opposition-ruled states are fiercely criticizing the central government over surging LPG prices. West Bengal's Chief Minister urged women to protest on Women's Day against the hike and voter list deletions. Karnataka's CM blamed PM Modi's foreign policy for the price rise, demanding his resignation. Jharkhand's JMM spokesperson pointed to strained ties with Russia as a contributing factor.
    - 6 hours ago 8 Mar 26, 4:10am -
  • newUS deal likely to be worked out in 3-4 months: Officials
    India is poised to finalize trade deals with the US within months, pending clarity on American tariff strategies. New Delhi remains committed, aiming for favorable terms for its farmers, including market access for mangoes without reciprocal farm product commitments. The nation has secured a competitive advantage, with assurances for domestic apple and walnut producers.
    - 7 hours ago 8 Mar 26, 2:36am -
  • newGulf conflict: Indians in Bahrain, Qatar eye Saudi visas to fly out
    Indians in Qatar and Bahrain are seeking Saudi transit visas as a backup plan due to flight cancellations. With airports in Doha and Bahrain largely shut, many are preparing for overland journeys to Saudi Arabia or Oman. This comes amid ongoing regional tensions, prompting a need for alternative travel routes home.
    - 7 hours ago 8 Mar 26, 2:26am -
  • new2 college friends end lives inside Gujarat temple washroom
    Two college friends, aged 18 and 20, were found dead in a temple washroom in Surat after allegedly injecting themselves with anesthetic drugs. Police discovered drug vials and syringes, along with mobile phone data indicating searches for suicide methods. The girls had left for college and did not return home.
    - 7 hours ago 8 Mar 26, 2:18am -
  • newNetanyahu vows to continue Iran war ‘with all our force’
    Israel vows to eradicate Iran's regime, escalating strikes on Tehran and military targets. Iran retaliates across the Gulf, hitting US bases and warning allies. The conflict, now in its second week after the deaths of Iran's Supreme Leader and US strikes, has spread regionally, causing global market jitters and rising casualties.
    - 7 hours ago 8 Mar 26, 2:17am -
  • newBengaluru woman ends life after argument with husband over sambar
    A 25-year-old homemaker in Bengaluru died by suicide after consuming a grain-preserving tablet following a dispute with her husband over serving leftover sambar. The argument escalated when the husband scolded her for not preparing fresh food on the third day of serving the same dish. Her father has requested a police investigation into the circumstances.
    - 8 hours ago 8 Mar 26, 2:14am -
  • newWatch: Bengaluru apartment residents come to blows over dog walk
    A morning dog walk in Bengaluru's Varthur escalated into a physical clash between residents at Brigade Cornerstone Utopia. A dispute over a pet owner using a designated exercise area led to accusations of abuse, phone snatching, and assault. Police have registered cross-complaints and are investigating the incident.
    - 8 hours ago 8 Mar 26, 2:00am -
  • newIndia doesn't need permission to buy Russian oil, say officials
    India continues to source crude oil from Russia, asserting its right to procure from any supplier based on national interest, affordability, and availability. Government sources clarified that recent US waivers were for domestic audiences, as New Delhi's energy security is not solely dependent on single maritime routes like the Strait of Hormuz, with a significant portion of imports unaffected.
    - 8 hours ago 8 Mar 26, 1:29am -
  • newUS student visas for Indians fall 61% last year, only 22,000 issued, colleges sound alarm
    - 9 hours ago 8 Mar 26, 1:05am -
  • newAmazon sends letter to FCC saying: Reject application of Elon Musk's Spacex for Space data centers
    Amazon's Project Kuiper has urged the FCC to reject SpaceX's proposal for a million-satellite constellation, citing a lack of essential technical and orbital parameters. Amazon argues the plan is speculative, lacks space safety details, and would take centuries to deploy, potentially hoarding orbital resources.
    - 10 hours ago 7 Mar 26, 11:55pm -
  • newWatch: Video shows passengers raising hands as man is dragged off flight after security scare
    A Southwest Airlines flight en route to Fort Lauderdale made an emergency landing in Atlanta Friday night due to a security threat. Passengers were filmed with hands raised as police boarded the aircraft and removed a man. The incident caused a dramatic disruption to the flight's original route.
    - 10 hours ago 7 Mar 26, 11:39pm -
  • newLeBron James’ wife Savannah shares teen parenting advice on podcast
    Savannah James, wife of NBA star LeBron James, shared her golden rule for teenage parenting on her podcast 'Everybody's Crazy.' She advocates for raising children to be capable adults and then allowing them to explore life independently, while still offering support as a safety net.​ Savannah James makes sure everything is going great with their kids at home. Both Bronny and Bryce Maximus are currently walking on their legendary dad’s path, whereas daughter Zhuri Nova is knee-deep into volle…
    - 12 hours ago 7 Mar 26, 9:35pm -
  • newNFL Trade News: Patriots, Colts linked to $50M Bengals DE
    Sports Illustrated’s Gilberto Manzano projects Cincinnati Bengals defensive end Trey Hendrickson for a three-year, $105M deal with the New England Patriots and Indianapolis Colts as potential landing spots. New England needs pass rush help for their quarterback Drake Maye. And Indianapolis seeks to improve their defense under former Cincinnati defensive coordinator Lou Anarumo. The Colts may free up cap space by trading or releasing their wide receiver Michael Pittman Jr., who is in the final…
    - 13 hours ago 7 Mar 26, 8:52pm -
  • newAndrew Mangiapane reacts as Oilers trade sends him to Blackhawks before deadline
    Andrew Mangiapane has also discussed his departure from the Edmonton Oilers when the winger was traded to the Chicago Blackhawks early on before the NHL trade deadline. The transfer is after a tough season for the forward in Edmonton and provides him with a new chance in Chicago, where the two clubs rebuild their line-up.
    - 14 hours ago 7 Mar 26, 8:02pm -
  • newIndian national Jashanpreet Singh arrested by ICE in San Diego
    - 16 hours ago 7 Mar 26, 6:05pm -
  • Unions representing 700,000 workers ask Amazon, Google, Microsoft to reject AI for war
    Employees from major tech firms like Amazon, Google, and Microsoft are demanding their companies reject Pentagon contracts that could compromise AI safety guardrails. The open letter, from 'No Tech For Apartheid,' urges leaders to refuse demands that would allow AI for mass surveillance and autonomous weaponry, citing concerns over complicity in violence and repression.
    - 1 day ago 7 Mar 26, 9:13am -

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  • newIn Asia, India secured best trade deal with US: Piyush Goyal
    India has secured the best trade deal with the United States among its competitors. Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal highlighted the strong relationship between the two nations. He emphasized that the US economy is the world's largest and cannot be overlooked. India is actively building a global network of trade partnerships.
    - 10 hours ago 7 Mar 26, 11:31pm -
  • newDalal Street Week Ahead: Defensive, Stock-Specific Approach Advised to Protect Gains
    Indian markets experienced a sharp downturn this week, with the Nifty closing significantly lower and testing a crucial 100-week moving average support. Rising volatility and weakening market breadth signal caution for investors. While some sectors like Infrastructure and Pharma show relative strength, others are under pressure, suggesting a defensive approach is advised.
    - 16 hours ago 7 Mar 26, 5:31pm -
  • newExplained: Why BlackRock stock tanked 7% after curbing withdrawals from flagship fund
    BlackRock shares fell sharply after the asset manager restricted withdrawals from its flagship private credit fund, HLEND, following a surge in redemption requests. The move has intensified concerns about liquidity risks in the fast-growing private credit industry, even as investors shift towards safer assets amid global economic and geopolitical uncertainty.
    - 17 hours ago 7 Mar 26, 4:21pm -
  • new64% women investors with less than Rs 5 lakh income prefer SIP in mutual funds. Check details
    Women investors in India are increasingly choosing systematic investment plans for mutual fund investments. Data shows that 64% of women with annual income below Rs 5 lakh prefer SIPs, while the preference for SIPs remains strong across higher income brackets, highlighting the growing adoption of disciplined investing among women.
    - 18 hours ago 7 Mar 26, 4:11pm -
  • newTop 10 mutual funds to invest through SIP with investment horizon of 3 years. Check details
    Are you looking for the best or top mutual funds for an SIP of Rs 10,000 with an investment horizon of three years? Here is some help with the top performers. (Source: Value Research)
    - 19 hours ago 7 Mar 26, 3:15pm -
  • newWomen account for only 5% of CEOs in India’s listed companies: Primeinfobase report
    Women remain significantly underrepresented in leadership roles at India’s listed companies despite improvements in boardroom diversity. A Primeinfobase report shows women hold only 5% of CEO or MD positions and just 10% of executive directorships, highlighting persistent structural barriers and a widening gender gap in senior corporate leadership and pay.
    - 20 hours ago 7 Mar 26, 1:49pm -
  • newWomen crypto investors grow 116.8% in India, hold 4 different digital assets: CoinDCX
    Women's participation in crypto surged by 116.8%, with women now holding four digital assets on average. This growth is evident across metro and non-metro regions, with over 15% of the total investor base being women. They are adopting a research-driven, diversified, and long-term investment strategy.
    - 21 hours ago 7 Mar 26, 12:41pm -
  • Europeans cautious as they scramble to digest major US, Israeli attack on Iran
    European nations are reacting to major strikes on Iran by the US and Israel. Leaders are working to safeguard their citizens in the Middle East. Germany is holding an emergency meeting. The European Union is evacuating some staff. France and Italy are urging caution for their citizens. The situation is described as perilous and a military escalation is underway.
    - 8 days ago 28 Feb 26, 5:42pm -
  • Nepal votes on March 5; focus on jobs, economy
    Nepal's national elections are just days away as millions of eligible voters prepare to cast their ballots. The campaign centers on jobs and the economy, with a special emphasis on opportunities for youth. India and China are closely watching the outcome.
    - 8 days ago 28 Feb 26, 12:04am -
  • 'Done deal': CM Himanta Biswa Sarma on NDA seat-sharing for Assam polls
    Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma announced the seat-sharing deal for the upcoming assembly elections is complete. The NDA alliance, including BJP, AGP, UPPL, and BPF, has finalized its contest plan. The state leadership will present the candidate list to Union Home Minister Amit Shah soon. Elections for the 126-member assembly are anticipated in March-April, following a recent delimitation exercise.
    - 14 days ago 22 Feb 26, 7:05pm -
  • Govt plans ‘Champion CPSEs’ for Viksit Bharat by 2047, NITI Aayog roadmap soon
    India is preparing to create 'champion' public sector companies. These firms will boost economic growth and technology. The goal is to help India become a developed nation by 2047. These companies will get more freedom in decisions and talent hiring. They will use new technologies for better performance.
    - 19 days ago 17 Feb 26, 12:14am -
  • India-US trade deal: Trade team heading to Washington next week for legal pact
    India's chief negotiator Darpan Jain will lead a delegation to Washington next week to finalize the legal agreement for the India-US trade deal, aiming for a March signing. The visit follows the finalization of an interim trade agreement framework, with virtual talks ongoing to translate contours into a legal pact.
    - 19 days ago 17 Feb 26, 12:04am -
  • Bangladesh’s interests come first, says BNP chairman and PM-designate Tarique Rahman
    Bangladesh's new leader Tarique Rahman states national interest and public welfare are paramount. His party, the BNP, is set to govern after a long absence. The BNP is seeking the extradition of former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina from India. Rahman, son of former leaders, faces expectations for significant change. Relations with India are a key focus for the new administration.
    - 22 days ago 14 Feb 26, 5:18pm -
  • Hermes beats sales expectations, sees positive signs in China
    Hermes has reported robust fourth-quarter revenue growth, exceeding expectations. Strong sales in the United States and Japan have bolstered performance. The luxury brand is weathering a sector slowdown better than rivals. Hermes anticipates continued confidence into 2026. Price increases are planned, though at a slightly slower pace. Positive signs are emerging from China.
    - 23 days ago 13 Feb 26, 12:35am -
  • New CPI series explained: What changed, why it matters, and what’s new
    India's statistics ministry has updated the Consumer Price Index (CPI) base year to 2024 from 2012, reflecting evolving household consumption patterns. The revised index includes more items, expanded price collection, and incorporates online market data, aiming for a more accurate measure of inflation for monetary policy.
    - 23 days ago 13 Feb 26, 12:08am -

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