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Lex Fridman fasted 45 hours for PM Modi's interview; took insights from him

PM Modi stated that fasting is a direct bearing on the thinking process and sharpens one's perspective and termed it as a scientific process

Lex Fridman fasted 45 hours for PM Modi's interview; took insights from him
Updated On : 16 Mar 2025 | 7:25 PM IST

CEC Gyanesh Kumar takes bold steps to resolve long-pending election issues

For the first time in decades, ECI has officially invited suggestions from all National and State-recognized political parties within the legal framework by April 30, 2025

CEC Gyanesh Kumar takes bold steps to resolve long-pending election issues
Updated On : 16 Mar 2025 | 7:12 PM IST

LIVE: My strength lies not in my name but in the backing of 1.4 bn Indians, says PM Modi

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LIVE: My strength lies not in my name but in the backing of 1.4 bn Indians, says PM Modi
Updated On : 16 Mar 2025 | 7:11 PM IST

Navi Mumbai airport to be inaugurated in June, says Gautam Adani

Earlier, late last December, Adani Airport Holdings Ltd CEO Arun Bansal had told the media that "our ambition is to do the commercial inauguration of the airport by April 17

Navi Mumbai airport to be inaugurated in June, says Gautam Adani
Updated On : 16 Mar 2025 | 6:06 PM IST

India secures 33 medals at Special Olympics World Winter Games 2025

India clinched 12 medals in four events on the final day, concluding their campaign at the Special Olympics World Winter Games with a total of 33 medals in Turin, Italy.

India secures 33 medals at Special Olympics World Winter Games 2025
Updated On : 16 Mar 2025 | 5:32 PM IST

Parliament panel asks single independent drug regulator for Ayush medicines

The committee flagged that the state-wise reach of Arogya Fair/Ayurveda Parv is less compared to the size of India with its 28 states and eight Union Territories

Parliament panel asks single independent drug regulator for Ayush medicines
Updated On : 16 Mar 2025 | 4:59 PM IST

CM Rekha Gupta launches major campaign to tackle Delhi's air pollution

Addressing the traffic congestion issue -- a significant contributor to pollution in the city -- the government has identified 250 major road points prone to regular jams, according to the statement

CM Rekha Gupta launches major campaign to tackle Delhi's air pollution
Updated On : 16 Mar 2025 | 4:44 PM IST

Chhattisgarh aims to double state GDP to Rs 10 trillion in five years

While it looks at boosting manufacturing, the state is tapping other areas such as ayurveda and medical tourism as well as using its vast natural resources as a draw for tourism

Chhattisgarh aims to double state GDP to Rs 10 trillion in five years
Updated On : 16 Mar 2025 | 3:32 PM IST

PM Modi hails RBI for being selected for Digital Transformation Award 2025

Digital innovation continues to strengthen India's financial ecosystem, thus empowering countless lives, the prime minister said

PM Modi hails RBI for being selected for Digital Transformation Award 2025
Updated On : 16 Mar 2025 | 2:21 PM IST

Govt to bring Digital Competition Bill after due process: Harsh Malhotra

Minister of State for Corporate Affairs said while strict interventions were required to enforce the law, self-regulation and compliance should also be promoted

Govt to bring Digital Competition Bill after due process: Harsh Malhotra
Updated On : 16 Mar 2025 | 1:26 PM IST

Is 'rap god' Eminem coming to India for debut concert? All we know

A website began selling tickets for a multi-city tour of Eminem, claiming an association with global entertainment giant Live Nation. Here's all we know

Is 'rap god' Eminem coming to India for debut concert? All we know
Updated On : 16 Mar 2025 | 1:25 PM IST

Using forged passport may lead to 7 yrs in jail under new immigration Bill

The legislation, piloted by the Union Home Ministry, also provides for mandatory reporting of information about foreigners by hotels, universities, other educational institutions

Using forged passport may lead to 7 yrs in jail under new immigration Bill
Updated On : 16 Mar 2025 | 12:59 PM IST

Member of erstwhile royal family Arvind Singh Mewar passes away at 81

He is survived by wife Vijayraj Kumari, son Lakshyaraj Singh Mewar and daughters Bhargavi Kumari Mewar and Padmaja Kumari Parmar

Member of erstwhile royal family Arvind Singh Mewar passes away at 81
Updated On : 16 Mar 2025 | 12:49 PM IST

'No mercy for drug cartels', Shah says govt committed to fighting drugs

The Minister reiterated that the government's efforts to combat drug trafficking will continue

'No mercy for drug cartels', Shah says govt committed to fighting drugs
Updated On : 16 Mar 2025 | 11:54 AM IST

SC to hear on March 18 suo motu proceeding initiated over Lokpal's order

The top court is dealing with a suo motu proceeding initiated over the January 27 order passed by the Lokpal

SC to hear on March 18 suo motu proceeding initiated over Lokpal's order
Updated On : 16 Mar 2025 | 11:42 AM IST

Whitewashing of Shahi Jama Masjid's outer wall begins after HC order

The Allahabad High Court on March 12 directed the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) to undertake and complete the whitewashing at the mosque within one week

Whitewashing of Shahi Jama Masjid's outer wall begins after HC order
Updated On : 16 Mar 2025 | 10:09 AM IST

Amit Shah to chair meet with CMs of Northeast states to review BNS rollout

Shah spent the Saturday night in Mizoram where he attended a programme of the Assam Rifles

Amit Shah to chair meet with CMs of Northeast states to review BNS rollout
Updated On : 16 Mar 2025 | 9:51 AM IST

AR Rahman discharged after dehydration bout, team denies heart issues

While earlier reports suggested that AR Rahman experienced chest pain, his team later clarified that he was hospitalised due to dehydration and neck pain

AR Rahman discharged after dehydration bout, team denies heart issues
Updated On : 16 Mar 2025 | 9:48 AM IST

Health minister urges precautions as IMD issues heatwave warning for K'taka

Ainapur Hobli village in the Kalaburagi district recorded the highest temperature in the last 24 hours at 42.8 degrees Celsius

Health minister urges precautions as IMD issues heatwave warning for K'taka
Updated On : 16 Mar 2025 | 9:04 AM IST

Tripura to boost nursing education for global opportunities: CM Manik Saha

CM Saha said this after felicitating six candidates as Nursing Caregivers under the Specified Skill Workers Scheme at TIFT

Tripura to boost nursing education for global opportunities: CM Manik Saha
Updated On : 16 Mar 2025 | 7:48 AM IST