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An elderly businessman in Belagavi lost Rs 15 crore in a digital arrest cyber fraud after scammers posed as officials and forced fund transfers. Police have frozen some accounts as similar cases continue to rise across Karnataka
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The LDF has fielded actor Sudheer Karamana and three others as Independent candidates for the Kerala Assembly elections. Karamana will contest from Thiruvananthapuram after ally JKC failed to nominate a candidate following Antony Raju’s disqualification
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Mamata Banerjee intensified her attack on the BJP at a Kolkata Eid gathering, alleging attempts to snatch voting rights through voter roll revision, while accusing the Centre of polarising politics ahead of the West Bengal Assembly elections
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The BRS plans to introduce a Private Member Bill to give legal backing to the Six Guarantees, urging Congress to support it. KT Rama Rao alleged delay in implementation and said the Bill would ensure accountability and enable people to seek legal remedy.
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Semaglutide prices have crashed in India after patent expiry, dropping from Rs. 12,000 to nearly Rs. 1,300. Here’s who benefits, what changed, and why doctors still warn against misuse.
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AIADMK is likely to retain around 160 to 170 seats in the Tamil Nadu Assembly elections as seat-sharing talks with NDA allies reach the final stage. BJP, PMK, and other parties are expected to get a limited number of constituencies
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Eid al-Fitr was celebrated across India with prayers and festivities, while peaceful protests were held in several regions against the US-Israel attacks on Iran. Leaders extended greetings as security remained tight and gatherings took place across major cities and states
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FLO Hyderabad enters its 25th year, announcing Silver Jubilee celebrations and an awards ceremony. Seetha Reddy Gaddam and Khushboo Daga take charge as new Chairpersons, while outgoing leader Prathibha Kunda reflects on a tenure themed “Power to Empower”.
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Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan accused the Congress and Rahul Gandhi of acting as the BJP’s “B-team”, alleging a tacit alliance. He also criticised the UDF over communal politics and defended the government on key issues ahead of Assembly polls
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Ten sheep died and a shepherd was injured after a speeding car rammed into a herd near Katnapally in Peddapalli district. The injured shepherd was shifted to Karimnagar hospital, while six sheep also sustained injuries in the accident
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Five youths have been booked in Bihar’s Saran district for the alleged rape and murder of a minor girl. Police arrested the main accused and are awaiting forensic results, while the post-mortem report cited drowning as the cause of death
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A State government report reveals that many Telangana schools lack functional toilets, electricity, and digital libraries. Government schools struggle with declining enrolment, while private schools, despite being fewer, attract far more students, highlighting serious infrastructure and education gaps.
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Mamata Banerjee accused the BJP-led Centre of attempting to influence West Bengal elections through electoral roll revision and vowed to protect voting rights. Speaking after Eid prayers, she said the TMC would resist any move to disenfranchise voters
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The UDF in Kerala will support four independent candidates who quit the CPI(M) in the April 9 Assembly elections. Leader V D Satheesan also announced the induction of the National Janata Dal (NJD) as a constituent party of the front
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Delhi Police arrested Siddhnath Kumar from Bihar’s Arwal district for allegedly creating and sharing objectionable AI-generated images of Prime Minister Modi on social media. He has been brought to Delhi for probe and booked under forgery, defamation, and criminal intimidation
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The BJP has released a fresh list of 11 candidates for the Kerala Assembly elections, including district president Karamana Jayan in Thiruvananthapuram. Prominent names like S Rajasekharan Nair, Vivek Gopan, and TN Suresh are also in the fray
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Researchers from CCMB have mapped antimicrobial resistance (AMR) in urban wastewater across Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata, and Chennai. The study reveals consistent bacterial resistance mechanisms, gene-sharing patterns, and a practical SOP enabling nationwide surveillance of drug-resistant pathogens.
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Vaarahi Silver Jewellery will launch its premium Kukatpally store on March 28. The pre-launch event featured actors Teja Sajja and Meenakshi Chaudhary, unveiling exclusive silver jewellery. Special offers, vouchers, silver coins, and a lucky draw add to the excitement.
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Bowenpally and Gudimalkapur vegetable markets in Telangana generate biogas, electricity, and bio-manure from organic waste. The plants, designed using bio-methanation technology, power canteens, streetlights, and market operations, offering a sustainable alternative during the ongoing LPG crisis.
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The Puligundala ecotourism site in Telangana now features a dedicated bird-watching cabin for observing 65 species. The initiative, part of the 2025 eco-tourism project, includes trekking trails, luxury cottages, tent camping, and forest safaris to promote wildlife conservation.
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AYUSH stands for Ayurveda, Yoga & Naturopathy, Unani, Siddha, and Homeopathy. The Indian government officially recognises these treatments and has dedicated hospitals, clinics, and certified practitioners.
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India and Bhutan have announced a cross-border remittance initiative integrating the UPU PosTransfer system with India’s UPI through postal networks. The initiative aims to make money transfers faster, affordable and accessible while strengthening postal and technology cooperation.
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Qatar evacuated 147 horses via special flights amid Gulf tensions, demonstrating its commitment to the welfare of Arabian horses, a cornerstone of the nation’s equestrian heritage. Hyderabad’s Aizah Mir also won silver at an international equestrian event in Qatar.
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A firecracker-laden truck caught fire in Maheshwaram, Ranga Reddy district, after reportedly touching high-tension power lines. The driver and helper escaped safely, but the truck was destroyed. Police and fire department personnel are investigating the cause of the blaze.