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Harry Brook faces a two-year IPL ban after withdrawing from the upcoming season.

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In response to Governor Ajay Kumar Bhalla’s appeal, Manipur witnessed the surrender of 990 arms and over 11,500 rounds of ammunition. Imphal West led the effort, marking a significant step towards restoring peace amid ongoing ethnic violence.

BJP leader CR Kesavan criticized the DMK government for replacing the Rupee symbol with Tamil Nadu's 'Ru' symbol in the state Budget, calling it anti-federal and an insult to Tamil pride, accusing DMK of misgovernance.

Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar announced plans for major infrastructure projects, including double-decker flyovers, tunnel roads, buffer roads, and elevated corridors, to tackle Bengaluru's severe traffic congestion.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended heartfelt Holi greetings, wishing that the festival brings joy, enthusiasm, and strengthens national unity. He emphasized Holi’s role in deepening harmony among citizens and spreading positivity across the nation.
 

India and Kyrgyzstan's special forces are conducting Exercise Khanjar-XII in Tokmok, focusing on counter-terrorism, high-altitude combat, and urban warfare. The drill, featuring India's Parachute Regiment and Kyrgyzstan’s Scorpion Brigade, also fosters cultural ties through Nowruz celebrations.
 

China’s arms exports face a credibility crisis as its fighter jets, drones, and naval vessels repeatedly fail in real combat. Countries like Pakistan, Nigeria, and Myanmar report severe technical flaws, undermining China’s military-industrial reputation globally.
 

Riding on the wave of India's spectacular ICC Champions Trophy victory and the festive spirit of Holi, OYO has announced an exciting offer to celebrate with its guests.

The COP30 Climate Summit in Brazil faces backlash as thousands of Amazon trees are cut for a highway to accommodate attendees. Locals like Claudio Verequete suffer losses, while officials defend the project as "sustainable." Critics argue the event contradicts its environmental purpose, fueling deforestation concerns.

Congress leader Tikaram Jully on Thursday sparked a controversy by referring to veteran Bollywood actress Madhuri Dixit as a "second-grade star" who is "past her prime."

The Lilavati Hospital trust has accused former trustees of siphoning Rs 1,500 crore and performing black magic rituals. Multiple FIRs have been filed, with the Economic Offences Wing and Enforcement Directorate investigating financial fraud and occult practices.

A man brutally killed his wife in a fit of rage allegedly after she refused to cook mutton curry in Upparagudem village, Mahabubabad district in Telangana on Tuesday.

Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav mocked Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath as "Tees Maar Khan," alleging his obsession with the number 30. He criticized the BJP over demolitions, communal policies, and unemployment, predicting the party's downfall in the 2027 state elections.

The court took cognisance of complaint number DD No. 22B, dated 15 November 2019, directing the police to file an FIR and take action.

The mother of OpenAI whistleblower Suchir Balaji, who was found dead in his San Francisco apartment in November last year, has shared a picture from the day of his death.

A fire broke out at Bikkgane Biryani restaurant in Connaught Place due to an LPG cylinder leak, injuring six people. Six fire tenders were deployed, and the injured were taken to RML Hospital for treatment.
 

MS Dhoni and Gautam Gambhir reunited at Rishabh Pant's sister's wedding in Mussoorie, creating a buzz on social media.

Tamil Nadu government, led by Chief Minister MK Stalin, has replaced the rupee symbol (₹) with the Tamil letter ‘Ru’ (று) in the official logo of the state Budget, reigniting a debate over linguistic identity.

Infosys co-founder Narayana Murthy stated that job creation, not freebies, is the key to eliminating poverty in India. Citing global examples, he urged policymakers to implement incentive-based welfare measures instead of unconditional handouts.
 

Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath attended the National Clean Air Program (NCAP) conference in Gorakhpur, highlighting efforts like LED streetlights, afforestation, plastic bans, and river conservation. He emphasized sustainable urban growth, aiming to develop 17 municipal corporations as solar cities by 2027.

MS Dhoni's silence regarding India's Champions Trophy 2025 victory has ignited controversy.

Amid the skyrocketing sweet prices during this festive season, this shop has come up with exclusive sweet, priced at Rs 50,000 per kilogram while it costs Rs 1300 per piece.

A video of a female employee of a telecom company, Airtel, purportedly refusing to interact with a customer in Marathi went viral on Wednesday, prompting BJP MLC Chitra Wagh to call for promoting the use of Maharashtra's local language.

Abhishek Swarnkar, a 39-year-old IISER scientist on dialysis after a kidney transplant, died following a violent assault by his neighbor Monty over a parking dispute in Mohali. The attack was caught on CCTV.
 

A British woman was allegedly raped at a Delhi hotel by a man she met online, while his accomplice molested her in a lift. Both suspects have been arrested. The police have informed the British High Commission, and further investigation is ongoing.

Kannada actress Ranya Rao’s bail verdict in the gold smuggling case is due on March 14. The DRI opposed bail, citing national security concerns. Investigations reveal she used VIP protocol to bypass checks. Karnataka withdrew a CID probe, raising concerns over high-level involvement.

IPL is not just about cricket, it’s a global spectacle that brings together top international and Indian players. 

Bengaluru’s traffic woes sparked online satire with a viral “Chaar Jam Yatra” post, mocking the city's worst congestion points. Former Infosys director Mohandas Pai criticized the government’s inaction. Meanwhile, Bellandur residents protested against pothole-ridden roads, but Deputy CM DK Shivakumar skipped the visit.

KKR CEO Venky Mysore explains why Ajinkya Rahane was chosen as captain for IPL 2025 over Venkatesh Iyer, despite Iyer's interest and high price tag. 

PV Sindhu lost to Kim Ga Eun in the first round of the All-England Open 2025.

Tourists flock to Bhaderwah’s Guldanda meadow to experience pristine snowfall, likening it to Manali and Kasol. Visitors enjoy snow activities, trekking, and breathtaking scenery. The restored Bhaderwah-Basholi-Pathankot Highway boosts tourism, making Bhaderwah a rising winter destination in Jammu and Kashmir. (ANI)

Ahead of Holi, a jewellery shop in Lucknow is selling special silver Pichkaris and small buckets, priced up to Rs 1 lakh. 
 

As Holi approaches, authorities in Aligarh have covered mosques with tarpaulin sheets to maintain peace and prevent any untoward incidents.

In a golden twist, a sweet shop in Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh prepared India's largest Gujiya- 25 inches, weighing 6 kg on ​​the occasion of Holi and entered its name in the India Book of Records.

Tushar Gandhi faced protests by RSS and BJP workers during his visit to Thiruvananthapuram for the centenary celebration of Mahatma Gandhi’s historic meeting with Sree Narayana Guru.

Two women, a foster mother and her daughter, tragically lost their lives after being hit by a train while crossing railway tracks in Varkala. The accident occurred as they were returning home after completing preparations for the Attukal Pongala festival.

Amid the outrage over the fashion show held in Gulmarg, Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Wednesday admitted that the hotel where the show was held belongs to his relatives.

Four people lost their lives and two were injured after a speeding car rammed into pedestrians near Rajpur Road in Dehradun, Uttarakhand. The police have launched an investigation and are searching for the driver responsible for the tragic accident.

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Thousands of women devotees have gathered in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala today (Mar 13) for the historic Attukal Pongala festival. Amid tight security and eco-friendly measures, devotees will be offering Pongala to Attukal Devi, marking one of the world’s largest religious congregations of women.

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