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Highway construction slows; 7,211km built against 10,000 km target: Centre in RS

The average pace has dropped to 21.5km per day, down from 29.21km per day in 2024-25 and 33.83km per day in 2023-24.

Hindustan Times · 18 Mar Read more →

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High Alert In Maharashtra As 4 Thermal Power Stations Receive Drone Attack Threat

Authorities have imposed strict restrictions on flying drones in the vicinity of all 4 power stations.

NDTV · 18 Mar Read more →

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What if Koneru Humpy skips Women’s Candidates? Fine, replacement, and 'setback for India'

Indian chess star Koneru Humpy is uncertain about playing the Women’s Candidates in Cyprus due to Middle East tensions. She recently voiced concerns publicly. H...

Times of India · 18 Mar Read more →

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Cabinet okays Rs 33,660 cr BHAVYA Scheme

Economic Times · 18 Mar Read more →

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India opens anti-dumping probe into ethyl chloroformate imports from China

India has launched an anti-dumping probe into Chinese ethyl chloroformate imports following a complaint by domestic producer Paushak, alleging unfair pricing th...

Times of India · 18 Mar Read more →

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Bengaluru family tries to ship father in gunnysack over high bus fares, lands in police station | Watch bizarre protest

Five members of a family walked into a courier office carrying a large sack and insisted it be shipped. Staff were shocked to discover that an elderly man was i...

Mint · 18 Mar Read more →

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Israel says it kills Iran intel minister in third assassination in two days

Israel gives military permission to strike Iranian leaders at will as Iran has yet to confirm death of Esmaeil Khatib.

Al Jazeera · 18 Mar Read more →

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Kerala Assembly polls: IUML State secretary Randathani slams Tirurangadi pick, says deserving voices ignored

Vanitha League leader Noorbeena Rasheed criticises candidature of Fatima Thahiliya in Perambra

The Hindu · 18 Mar Read more →

09

Gen Z career priorities highlight gaps in hiring

Economic Times · 18 Mar Read more →

10

What was the first plant on Earth and how did it start life on land

Times of India · 18 Mar Read more →

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Indian-flagged tanker ‘Jag Laadki’ reaches Gujarat from war-zone, says Adani Ports — Video emerges

Strait of Hormuz: ‘Jag Laadki’ is the fourth vessel to reach India amid the West Asia conflict, and the second to dock at Adani group's Mundra port.

Mint · 18 Mar Read more →

12

Senegal to appeal decision to award AFCON title to Morocco

Morocco were awarded the 2025 AFCON title following an appeal to CAF regarding Senegal's walk-off protest in final.

Al Jazeera · 18 Mar Read more →

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Iranian diaspora celebrates Persian festival wrapped in US, Israeli flags

Dancing on a beach in Barcelona, members of the Iranian diaspora celebrated the Persian festival of Chaharshanbe Suri.

Al Jazeera · 18 Mar Read more →

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Inches From Ground, Chopper Loses Control. Horrifying Crash Seen In Video

Helicopter was operated by Air Dynasty Heli Service Pvt. Ltd

NDTV · 18 Mar Read more →

15

Colombian president says Gaza was an ‘experiment’ for wider destruction

Colombian President Gustavo Petro says the war in Gaza was an “experiment” designed to intimidate the Global South.

Al Jazeera · 18 Mar Read more →

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Tenants can seek pay if tenancy ends prematurely

Economic Times · 18 Mar Read more →

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Rama in Lebanon

A video diary for Al Jazeera

Al Jazeera · 18 Mar Read more →

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Risk vs roti: Indians stay back in Gulf as war intensifies - here's why

Amidst escalating Middle Eastern tensions, many Indian blue-collar workers are staying put for jobs and family support, despite recruiters warning of potential ...

Times of India · 18 Mar Read more →

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KKR's Cameron Green gets angry at reporter; interview ends with 'waste of time' remark

The incident took place outside Western Australia’s dressing room after the third day of the match on Monday. A report in The Age detailed the interaction with ...

Times of India · 18 Mar Read more →

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Did Russian oil tanker ditch China to head to India?

Economic Times · 18 Mar Read more →

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Rupee Falls To All-Time Low As Iran War Rages On: Is It All Bad?

On Wednesday, the currency opened at 92.43 against the US dollar.

NDTV · 18 Mar Read more →

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The Kent warning: When truth escapes the war machine

A US counterterrorism official’s resignation raises uncomfortable questions about a war few are willing to challenge

Al Jazeera · 18 Mar Read more →

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'It's been a great year' - Smriti Mandhana reflects on stellar season post winning Best International Cricketer Award

Mandhana had an amazing 2024-25 season with the bat. The top-order batter went on to score 1,800 runs across formats where she scored a total of seven centuries...

CricTracker · 18 Mar Read more →

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Tech layoffs: Meta, Amazon and other companies cutting jobs in 2026

Tech workers face a tough start to 2026 as big companies announce massive job cuts. Automation and AI are reshaping the industry, leading to widespread layoffs....

Times of India · 18 Mar Read more →

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Sensex Today, Stock Market Highlights: Sensex, Nifty End In Green For 3rd Straight Day

Stock Market, Sensex Today, Nifty, Share Market Highlights: Markets Open In Green.

NDTV · 18 Mar Read more →

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Internet reveals why Vaibhav Sooryavanshi shouldn't have watched 'Dhurandhar'

14-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi went viral after naming Dhurandhar his favourite film at the BCCI Naman Awards 2026, sparking debate as it’s A-rated. While exc...

Times of India · 18 Mar Read more →

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Delhi Palam fire: 9 dead; was a short circuit the cause? CM Rekha Gupta, L-G order probe, fire audit

Delhi Palam fire: Expressing his deepest condolences on the unfortunate incident, PM Modi announced ₹50,000 ex-gratia to the injured from the Prime Minister's N...

Mint · 18 Mar Read more →

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Trainee Cop Found Dead In Mumbai, Note Alleges Threats By Girlfriend's Parents

No arrests have been made so far, and the investigation remains active.

NDTV · 18 Mar Read more →

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Bank holidays in March: How many days are banks closed this week? Check state-wise list

March 2026 brings a series of bank holidays across India, impacting branch operations significantly. Customers should note closures for festivals like Gudhi Pad...

Times of India · 18 Mar Read more →

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Indian vessel ‘Jag Laadki’ carrying over 80,000 metric tonnes of crude oil reaches Gujarat’s Mundra Port

Adani Ports, which operates Mundra Port, said in a statement that the crude oil carried by ‘Jag Laadki’ was sourced from the UAE and loaded at Fujairah Port the...

The Hindu · 18 Mar Read more →