Sona Mohapatra has sparked a fresh debate on artistic responsibility after publicly criticizing rapper Badshah over his latest track, 'Tateeree'. Taking to social media on Wednesday, Mohapatra argued that mainstream artists have a significant influence on public imagination and should be held to higher standards regarding the content they produce.
SC has granted permission for passive euthanasia for a 30-year-old Ghaziabad man who has remained in a 'persistent vegetative state' for over a decade. In a landmark ruling on Wednesday, a bench led by CJI D.Y. Chandrachud directed the withdrawal of life support, emphasizing the individual's right to die with dignity when there is no medical hope for recovery.
Former film producer Harvey Weinstein claims he was 'violently attacked' by another inmate while in custody at the Rikers Island jail complex. The allegation was made public by his legal team on Wednesday, marking the latest in a series of reported incidents and health struggles for the 73-year-old since his return to the New York City prison system.
While thick fog in the early hours disrupted visibility and travel, the sudden surge in temperatures later in the day made conditions feel more like April than early March. According to the India Meteorological Department (IMD), the region is expected to witness clear skies and dry weather over the next few days.
Tamil superstar and politician Thalapathy Vijay has been making headlines for the past few weeks due to his personal life. After his wife Sangeetha Sornalingam filed for divorce, the actor has drawn attention for his bond with Trisha Krishnan, with whom he was recently spotted at a wedding reception. Here’s how Khushboo Sundar reacted.
The White House on Wednesday announced that President Donald Trump has personally authorized a temporary waiver allowing India to purchase Russian oil. The move is part of a strategic effort to stabilize global energy markets as the ongoing U.S. military campaign against Iran, known as "Operation Epic Fury," enters its eleventh day.
PM Modi is scheduled to visit Tamil Nadu's Tiruchirappalli today to inaugurate and lay the foundation stones for a diverse range of development projects valued at approximately IINR 5,650 crore. The initiatives span critical sectors including petroleum, natural gas, railways, and road infrastructure.
Bollywood actor couple Randeep Hooda and Lin Laishram embraced parenthood, welcoming their first child, a baby girl, on March 10, 2026. Sharing the exciting news on social media, Randeep revealed that their daughter arrived on the birthday of his father Ranbir Hooda, making it a double celebration for the household.
The ECI has ordered West Bengal to complete CAPF route marches across all 294 constituencies by March 14. Retired IAS officer Subrata Gupta has been named central observer for the upcoming polls. Additionally, the commission has sought details on police officers stationed in areas that witnessed significant violence after the 2021 elections.
A Special CBI Court in Lucknow on Tuesday sentenced four persons to Rigorous Imprisonment (RI) for 8 years in a Rs 6.75 crore bank fraud in Uttar Pradesh and slapped a fine of Rs 70 lakh each on them, an official said. The Special Court punished Ramji Mishra, Shyamji Mishra, Akhilesh Kumar Mishra and Manishi Pandey, all private persons, said a CBI statement.
Union Minister Hardeep Singh Puri assured on Tuesday that India's energy supply remains stable despite Middle East tensions. By diversifying import sources, the government has secured 100 per cent of CNG and PNG for households, with industries receiving 70-80 per cent of their needs. Puri urged citizens not to panic, as fuel flows continue via alternate routes.
US tariffs imposed on India in 2025 triggered a "crisis of trust" between the two countries and slowed momentum in the Quad partnership, according to a report released by Democratic members of the US Senate Foreign Relations Committee. The report says that steep tariffs introduced by the Donald Trump administration in August 2025 strained relations with India.
The National Restaurant Association of India (NRAI) on Tuesday urged its members to reduce LPG consumption by focusing on menus that require lower gas usage or shorter cooking cycles and also look at electric gadgets as alternatives for cooking wherever feasible. "The ongoing geopolitical developments have led to severe disruption in the supply chain of commercial LPG.
According to Modern Diplomacy report, concern behind the global price pressure is the escalating tension involving the United States, Iran and Israel, which has raised fears of instability in the Strait of Hormuz. Nearly one-fifth of the world’s oil supply passes through this narrow maritime route, making it extremely vulnerable to geopolitical disruptions, it said.
Elbers, who took over as IndiGo CEO a little over three years ago, oversaw a period of strong growth for the airline. During his tenure, IndiGo crossed the $10 billion revenue mark and expanded its fleet to more than 440 aircraft. The airline also placed a historic order for 500 A320-family aircraft with Airbus, one of the largest aircraft orders in aviation history.
India has boosted LPG production by 10 per cent% to ensure household supply, easing shortage fears. The Centre invoked the Essential Commodities Act to monitor distribution while increasing the new booking waiting period to 25 days to prevent misuse. Refineries are at full capacity, and officials confirm there is no energy crisis.
Job postings in India rose 3.3 per cent in January 2026 and remain 84 per cent above pre-pandemic levels, with demand increasing across 90 per cent of occupations, a report said on Tuesday. The report from jobs site Indeed said AI-related postings are rising quickly, with 55 per cent of occupational categories now referencing AI, up from 36 per cent a year earlier.
Government has issued a formal directive to ensure the uninterrupted supply of Piped Natural Gas (PNG) and Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) for domestic cooking across the country. The order, released on Tuesday, is aimed at maintaining essential energy services for households amid ongoing regional and global uncertainties.
Doja Cat has joined a growing chorus of artists and cultural institutions criticizing actor Timothée Chalamet for dismissive comments regarding ballet and opera. In a recent social media response, the rapper suggested the Oscar-nominated actor 'has a lot to learn' about the performing arts and the respect they command from global audiences.
The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has announced that it will formally honor five of its national teams for their recent ICC title victories during the upcoming BCCI Annual Awards. Scheduled for March 15, the ceremony will recognize a period of unprecedented success across various formats and age groups.
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