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NITI Aayog and Atal Innovation Mission have launched ATL Sarthi and Mentor India Academy in Telangana to provide structured mentorship and institutional support to 379 Atal Tinkering Labs. This rollout builds on AIM’s national mission of nurturing one of the world’s largest student innovation ecosystems.

Iran’s military command claimed on Friday to have struck enemy targets, including two helicopters and two American warplanes. State media quoted spokesperson Ebrahim Zolfaghari, who described the day as “black and humiliating” for US and Israeli forces.

A 22-year-old woman, Haniya Ayesha, died after a DCM van hit the bike she was riding pillion on in Madhapur. The accident injured her husband, with police registering a case and launching an investigation

Seventeen Indian-flagged vessels carrying 460 seafarers continue operations in the western Persian Gulf, with the government assuring their safety amid evolving maritime conditions. The Ministry of Ports and Shipping confirmed no incidents in the past 24 hours, while the LPG vessel Green Sanvi successfully transited the Strait of Hormuz.

Water pumping into Ranganayaka Sagar from Annapurna Sagar began to support yasangi crops after T Harish Rao’s request, with minister N Uttam Kumar Reddy directing officials, bringing relief to farmers ahead of harvesting season

A missing US service member downed in Iran after a fighter jet crash has been rescued, President Donald Trump said, noting the injured aviator survived in mountains as conflict escalates with continued strikes and civilian risks and global tensions rising

Yet another student attempted suicide in Chennur Social Welfare Residential College, The student was rushed to a hospital where her condition is stated to be improving

Royal Challengers Bengaluru will aim for their second straight win when they face Chennai Super Kings in Bengaluru. RCB look strong with Kohli, Padikkal and Jurel in form, while CSK struggle with Sanju Samson’s poor start and ineffective bowling

Four tourists, including two women, died while 14 others were injured when their tempo traveller skidded off the road and fell into a gorge near Banjar in Himachal Pradesh’s Kullu district. Heavy rains likely caused the accident. Rescue operations are ongoing

Delhi Capitals defeated Mumbai Indians by six wickets in their first home game of IPL 2026. Sameer Rizvi smashed 90 off 51 balls, supported by Pathum Nissanka, while disciplined bowling restricted MI to 162 despite Suryakumar Yadav’s fifty

Rajasthan Royals defeated Gujarat Titans by six runs in Ahmedabad. Dhruv Jurel and Yashasvi Jaiswal starred with the bat, while Tushar Deshpande bowled a brilliant final over. Sai Sudharsan’s elegant 73 went in vain as GT fell short

Families of victims of the Air India Flight AI‑171 crash have written to Prime Minister Narendra Modi demanding the release of cockpit and flight data recorder information. The letter highlights frustration with the slow pace of the investigation and poor communication from authorities and Air India.

Indian Grandmaster R Praggnanandhaa drew with Hikaru Nakamura in round six of the Candidates chess tournament, while Javokhir Sindarov stunned Wei Yi to extend his lead. In the women’s section, Divya Deshmukh and R Vaishali registered impressive victories

The March 31 deadline may signal a retreat of Red Terror and a battle won, but without deep, inclusive development — jobs, education, infrastructure and rehabilitation — the war remains far from over

Sreenidi Deccan FC host Aizawl FC in their penultimate home game of the Indian Football League Phase 1. Head coach Carlos Vaz Pinto expects a tough contest, while forward Fabrice Kah expressed confidence in securing three points at Deccan Arena

Shreyanshi Pardeshi of Elegans Eagles defeated Ilisha in the FNCC-Pullela Gopichand Badminton League at Film Nagar Cultural Centre. Eagles players registered multiple wins in men’s and women’s singles, showcasing strong performances in the weekend matches against Porus Panthers

Khammam’s Mekala Vikranth won gold in the 20 m and silver in the 10 m Indian Round events at the Cherukuri Lenin Volga Memorial Kids Archery Championship in Guntur. His coach and district officials congratulated him on the achievement

U.S. President Donald Trump has warned Iran that “time is running out,” giving a 48-hour ultimatum before “all Hell will rain down on them.” His remarks, delivered via social media, have drawn sharp criticism from lawmakers in Congress, who accuse him of lacking clarity, escalating conflict without authorisation, and seeking excessive war funding.

Chennai’s Vishvanath Suresh, India’s top-ranked flyweight, stunned reigning world champion Sanzhar Tashkenbay at the Asian Boxing Championships in Mongolia. The national champion continues his rapid rise, backed by a decorated youth career and strong support from the Army Sports Institute

Telangana student Koppera Sindu has been shortlisted for the ISF selection trials for the World School Volleyball Championship in China. The Class X player from TSWRS/Jr College, Tungaturthy, was named among the top 29 at the National School Games

Lucknow Super Giants bowling coach Bharat Arun says the T20 format challenges bowlers but also gives them a chance to shine. He praised Digvesh Singh Rathi and hinted at a flexible batting order ahead of the clash with Sunrisers Hyderabad

Pakistan’s Defence Minister Khawaja Asif has warned India of a retaliatory strike in Kolkata if New Delhi attempts any “false flag operation.” Speaking in Sialkot, Asif alleged that such operations were being planned but offered no evidence.

Sunrisers Hyderabad coach Daniel Vettori says his team is confident of both defending and chasing on home tracks. With Pat Cummins set to return later this month, SRH will rely on Nitish Kumar Reddy and Jaydev Unadkat against Lucknow Super Giants

Sunrisers Hyderabad, buoyed by their strong win over Kolkata Knight Riders, face Lucknow Super Giants at the Rajiv Gandhi Stadium. With Pat Cummins still unavailable, SRH’s bowlers and batters will be tested against LSG’s powerful line-up