Riyadh [Saudi Arabia], March 10 : Saudi Arabia has issued a strong condemnation following an assault on the United Arab Emirates’ Consulate General located in the autonomous Kurdish region of Iraq. The Saudi Ministry of Foreign Affairs expressed its firm disapproval of the strike, characterising the “repeated targeting” of diplomatic premises as a “clear violation”… Continue reading Saudi Arabia condemns “repeated targeting” of diplomatic premises as “clear violation” of international law
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Gujarat Titans appoint Matthew Hayden as batting coach ahead of IPL 2026
Ahmedabad (Gujarat) [India], March 10 : Gujarat Titans on Tuesday announced the appointment of former Australian great Matthew Hayden as the franchise’s batting coach ahead of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 season, a release said. A World Cup winner and one of the most dominant opening batters of his era, Hayden joins the Titans… Continue reading Gujarat Titans appoint Matthew Hayden as batting coach ahead of IPL 2026
“I will never forget this feeling”: Kanika Mann witnesses sacred Mahakaleshwar Bhasma aarti
Ujjain (Madhya Pradesh) [India], March 10 : Television actress Kanika Mann visited the revered Mahakaleshwar Temple in Ujjain on Monday to attend the famed Bhasma Aarti, describing the rare spiritual experience as deeply moving and unforgettable. Mann said it was her first time witnessing the unique dawn ritual dedicated to Lord Shiva. “This was my… Continue reading “I will never forget this feeling”: Kanika Mann witnesses sacred Mahakaleshwar Bhasma aarti
Sensex, Nifty 50 open higher amid easing concerns over imported inflation
New Delhi [India], March 10 : The Indian benchmark indices opened with significant gains on Tuesday. BSE Sensex rose by 591.41 points or 0.76 per cent to reach 78,157.57 at 9:17 am, while NSE NIFTY 50 climbed 158.20 points or 0.66 per cent to 24,186.25. Shrikant Chouhan, Head Equity Research at Kotak Securities, said, “We… Continue reading Sensex, Nifty 50 open higher amid easing concerns over imported inflation
“Govt unable to understand impact of West Asia crisis”: Manickam Tagore slams Centre over LPG shortage
New Delhi [India], March 10 : Congress MP Manickam Tagore on Tuesday slammed the Centre over the alleged shortage of commercial Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) cylinders, saying that the Opposition had warned against an energy security crisis amid the ongoing conflict in West Asia. Speaking to ANI, Manickam Tagore said that the Centre was unable… Continue reading “Govt unable to understand impact of West Asia crisis”: Manickam Tagore slams Centre over LPG shortage
One in 7 Indians affected by mental health disorders: Experts
NEW DELHI: (Mar 9) One in seven Indians is affected by mental health disorders, while several states continue to face a treatment gap ranging from 70 to 90 per cent, experts said on Monday. At a post-budget webinar breakout session, experts deliberated on the Union Budget announcements, which focus on strengthening mental health infrastructure by… Continue reading One in 7 Indians affected by mental health disorders: Experts
Tahir Raj Bhasin wraps shooting for Vikram Phadnis’ untitled film
NEW DELHI: (Mar 10) Actor Tahir Raj Bhasin, known for his roles in “Mardaani” and “Chhichhore”, has finished shooting for an untitled film, directed by Vikram Phadnis. Also starring Vineet Kumar Singh and Saiyami Kher, the details about the film are kept under wraps. Bhasin announced the news with a post on his Instagram handle… Continue reading Tahir Raj Bhasin wraps shooting for Vikram Phadnis’ untitled film
IDFC First Bank paid Rs 645-cr towards Chandigarh fraud claims
NEW DELHI: (Mar 10) IDFC First Bank on Tuesday said it has settled fraud claims at a Chandigarh branch at Rs 645 crore and has found no further discrepancies. Private sector IDFC First Bank had last month disclosed a Rs 590 crore fraud committed by certain employees and others at a particular branch in Chandigarh… Continue reading IDFC First Bank paid Rs 645-cr towards Chandigarh fraud claims
Sri Lanka hikes fuel prices amid panic buying
COLOMBO: (Mar 10) Sri Lanka has increased retail fuel prices by over 8 per cent with effect from midnight Monday in a bid to curb hoarding and panic buying amid rising global crude oil prices, officials said on Tuesday. The price revision comes as global crude oil prices crossed USD 100 per barrel for the… Continue reading Sri Lanka hikes fuel prices amid panic buying
Curfew clamped, mobile internet services suspended in Meghalaya’s West Garo Hills following violence
SHILLONG: (Mar 10) Curfew was clamped and mobile internet services suspended in Meghalaya’s West Garo Hills district following violence linked to the Garo Hills Autonomous District Council (GHADC) election nomination process, officials said on Tuesday. The curfew was imposed on March 10 and will remain in force for 24 hours, while mobile internet services will… Continue reading Curfew clamped, mobile internet services suspended in Meghalaya’s West Garo Hills following violence