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'Countdown has begun, change in Bengal inevitable': PM Modi in Kolkata

Addressing a rally in Kolkata ahead of West Bengal Assembly elections, Prime Minister Narendra Modi accused the TMC government of lawlessness and announced infrastructure projects worth ₹18,680 crore

'Countdown has begun, change in Bengal inevitable': PM Modi in Kolkata
Updated On : 14 Mar 2026 | 6:07 PM IST

Hettich opens new Indore plant; eyes India as key global manufacturing hub

This is Hettich's first dedicated undermount drawer runner manufacturing facility in India and forms part of the company's overall investment of approximately ₹2,000 crore in the country

Hettich opens new Indore plant; eyes India as key global manufacturing hub
Updated On : 14 Mar 2026 | 5:35 PM IST

Gujarat reports more than 200K malnourished children in 20 of 34 districts

In one year, as many as 1,164 malnourished children were added in Kheda and Chhotaudepur districts

Gujarat reports more than 200K malnourished children in 20 of 34 districts
Updated On : 14 Mar 2026 | 5:30 PM IST

Iran assures safe passage for Indian vessels through Strait of Hormuz

The current round of conflict in West Asia, which started on February 28, has witnessed fighting between Israel and the United States on one side and Iran on the other

Iran assures safe passage for Indian vessels through Strait of Hormuz
Updated On : 14 Mar 2026 | 5:29 PM IST

BCCI to honour legends Dravid, Binny and Mithali Raj at Naman awards

The award represents the highest recognition given by the BCCI and celebrates individuals who have made exceptional and lasting contributions to Indian cricket both on and off the field.

BCCI to honour legends Dravid, Binny and Mithali Raj at Naman awards
Updated On : 14 Mar 2026 | 5:18 PM IST

Welcome Wangchuk's release, no space for agitation or violence: Ladakh L-G

The Centre on Saturday said it has revoked with immediate effect Wangchuk's detention, nearly six months after he was arrested following violent protests in Leh that left four dead

Welcome Wangchuk's release, no space for agitation or violence: Ladakh L-G
Updated On : 14 Mar 2026 | 5:14 PM IST

Drones, burning ships: Indian sailors stranded off Iran want to go home

India is the world's third-largest supplier of seafarers, with more than 300,000 sailors working across global shipping fleets, according to government data

Drones, burning ships: Indian sailors stranded off Iran want to go home
Updated On : 14 Mar 2026 | 5:06 PM IST

TN govt offers ₹2 per unit power subsidy for eateries using induction

At a review meeting held on Saturday, it was decided to provide a subsidy of Rs 2 per unit for the additional electricity consumed by the hotels, tea shops and cloud kitchens using induction stoves

TN govt offers ₹2 per unit power subsidy for eateries using induction
Updated On : 14 Mar 2026 | 4:46 PM IST

Consumer panel orders Axis Bank to pay ₹3.19 cr in demonetisation case

The commission, comprising presiding member AVM J Rajendra and judicial member Anoop Kumar Mendiratta, was hearing an appeal filed by Procure Logistics Services Pvt Ltd against the Axis Bank

Consumer panel orders Axis Bank to pay ₹3.19 cr in demonetisation case
Updated On : 14 Mar 2026 | 4:45 PM IST

Karnataka clears ₹4,824 crore industrial projects, to create 14,525 jobs

Two are additional investment projects amounting to ₹565.03 crore, creating employment for 300 people

Karnataka clears ₹4,824 crore industrial projects, to create 14,525 jobs
Updated On : 14 Mar 2026 | 4:45 PM IST

Lanka IOC assures Sri Lanka fuel supply security amid West Asia crisis

Currently, LIOC operates 200 fuel stations throughout Sri Lanka and enjoys a 20 per cent share of the market. They first came in 2003 under a 20-year contract, which has again been renewed in 2023

Lanka IOC assures Sri Lanka fuel supply security amid West Asia crisis
Updated On : 14 Mar 2026 | 4:08 PM IST

Sonam Wangchuk released from Jodhpur jail after Centre revokes detention

Wangchuk was detained on September 26, 2025, two days after protests over demands for statehood for Ladakh and its inclusion under the Sixth Schedule of the Constitution rocked Leh

Sonam Wangchuk released from Jodhpur jail after Centre revokes detention
Updated On : 14 Mar 2026 | 3:37 PM IST

IPL 2026: Kolkata Knight Riders rope in Zimbabwe's Blessing Muzarabani

The right-arm pacer Muzarabani was among the prominent bowlers in the recently-concluded T20 World Cup, finishing as the joint third-highest wicket-taker with 13 scalps.

IPL 2026: Kolkata Knight Riders rope in Zimbabwe's Blessing Muzarabani
Updated On : 14 Mar 2026 | 3:14 PM IST

Mexico hit by injury blow as Marcel Ruiz tears ACL and to miss World Cup

In the span of three days, Mexico has lost two players for the World Cup.

Mexico hit by injury blow as Marcel Ruiz tears ACL and to miss World Cup
Updated On : 14 Mar 2026 | 3:05 PM IST

BJP, TMC workers clash in Kolkata ahead of PM's rally; two injured

The violence took place around 5 km from the rally venue as BJP supporters were marching towards the Brigade Parade Ground to attend the prime minister's meeting

BJP, TMC workers clash in Kolkata ahead of PM's rally; two injured
Updated On : 14 Mar 2026 | 3:02 PM IST

Akasa Air to add fuel surcharge on tickets as jet fuel costs soar

The low-cost carrier joins Air India and IndiGo in passing on rising jet fuel costs to passengers, citing geopolitical tensions in West Asia and surging aviation turbine fuel prices

Akasa Air to add fuel surcharge on tickets as jet fuel costs soar
Updated On : 14 Mar 2026 | 2:58 PM IST

IPL 2026: This could be Dhoni's last season - Former cricketer Irfan Pathan

Former India all-rounder Irfan Pathan believes the upcoming edition of the Indian Premier League could be the "last time" fans see MS Dhoni turning out for Chennai Super Kings.

IPL 2026: This could be Dhoni's last season - Former cricketer Irfan Pathan
Updated On : 14 Mar 2026 | 2:56 PM IST

PM arrives in Kolkata, to unveil development projects worth over ₹18,500 cr

The rally, organised by the BJP, will mark the culmination of the party's statewide 'Parivartan Yatra' ahead of the assembly elections

PM arrives in Kolkata, to unveil development projects worth over ₹18,500 cr
Updated On : 14 Mar 2026 | 2:51 PM IST

India repatriates non-essential crew of Iranian warship docked in Kochi

Over 50 of the 183 crew members have stayed back as the ship, IRIS Lavan, remains in Kochi

India repatriates non-essential crew of Iranian warship docked in Kochi
Updated On : 14 Mar 2026 | 2:46 PM IST

BCCI to honour India's T20 World Cup-winning team at Naman Awards ceremony

The Suryakumar Yadav-led Indian team, which scripted history by winning the T20 World Cup, will be felicitated by the BCCI during its annual 'Naman Awards' ceremony here on Sunday.

BCCI to honour India's T20 World Cup-winning team at Naman Awards ceremony
Updated On : 14 Mar 2026 | 2:46 PM IST