A 27-year-old veterinarian was killed in a rare and violent encounter with a hippopotamus at the Tyavarekoppa Lion and Tiger Safari in Shivamogga on the night of March 19. The incident occurred at approximately 11:30 PM while the doctor was conducting a routine thermal scanning procedure on a pregnant hippo to monitor its health.
Kim Jong Un and his daughter, Kim Ju Ae, rode a new battle tank during military drills on March 19, 2026. State media images show the teenage girl at the hatch, fueling rumors she is being groomed for succession. The exercise followed the end of US-South Korea joint drills, which Pyongyang views as an invasion rehearsal.
Ashok Kharat, the 'Captain' of Nashik, is under investigation after a pen drive containing 58 obscene videos was recovered. Police say he used hidden cameras in his Canada Corner office to film victims. The SIT, led by IPS Tejaswini Satpute, is now probing his political links and firearms found during a dramatic midnight arrest at his farmhouse.
Moon-sighting committees in Pakistan, Bangladesh, Oman and other countries are meeting today, March 19, to determine the start of Eid Ul Fitr 2026. While Saudi Arabia and Australia have confirmed Eid for Friday, March 20, South Asian nations await the Shawwal crescent. A sighting tonight marks Eid for tomorrow; otherwise, celebrations shift to Saturday, March 21.
Gold rates (gold prices) in India remained unchanged on Friday morning, March 20, holding firm at the record levels reached earlier this week. Scroll down to check the gold rate today, March 20, in Delhi, Chennai, Mumbai, Kolkata, Lucknow, Pune, Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Jodhpur, Jaipur, Srinagar, Noida, Ghaziabad, Gurugram and Ahmedabad.
A service robot malfunction at a HaiDiLao Hotpot restaurant in Cupertino, California, startled diners after it began moving erratically, knocking over dishes and continuing to “dance” uncontrollably. The incident, captured on video and widely shared online, shows staff members attempting to restrain the robot as it sends plates, food, and chopsticks flying.
The incident took place earlier today when the U.S. F-35 was conducting a routine patrol mission. According to preliminary reports and footage released following the event, an Iranian military aircraft approached the U.S. jet in what officials described as an "unprofessional and unsafe" manner.
India awaits the official sighting of the crescent moon tonight to confirm the start of Eid Ul Fitr 2026. Religious committees in Delhi, Mumbai, Hyderabad and other cities are reviewing reports. If the moon is sighted, Eid 2026 will be on March 20; otherwise, the fast continues for one more day. LatestLY is providing live news updates on the Eid 2026 moon sighting in India.
Bangladesh will celebrate Eid 2026 on Saturday, March 21, as the Shawwal moon was not sighted on Thursday. Religious Affairs Minister Kazi Shah Mofazzal Houssain confirmed Ramadan will last 30 days. The main 8:30 am congregation at the National Eidgah will host the President and Prime Minister, while five separate prayers are set for Baitul Mukarram.
India will celebrate Eid-ul-Fitr on Saturday, March 21, 2026, as the Shawwal crescent moon was not sighted on Thursday evening. Major religious bodies, including the Jama Masjid and Markazi Chand Committee, confirmed that Ramadan will complete 30 days on Friday. Festive preparations for 'Chand Raat' are now expected to peak across the country tomorrow.
Religious uthorities in Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines, and Singapore are observing the sky today, March 19, 2026, for the Shawwal crescent moon. While some nations anticipate Eid al-Fitr on March 20, Singapore points toward March 21 based on visibility criteria. Official moon sighting confirmations are expected tonight, following regional 'Isbat' meetings.
The Philippines will celebrate Eid al-Fitr 2026 on Saturday, March 21, as confirmed by Bangsamoro Grand Mufti Sheikh Abdulrauf Guialani. The decision follows a national moon-sighting effort where the Shawwal crescent was not visible on Thursday evening. Consequently, Ramadan will complete 30 days, pushing the religious festivities to Saturday.
Indonesia's Ministry of Religious Affairs has officially declared Saturday, March 21, 2026, as the first day of Idul Fitri. The decision follows a national Isbat session where observers confirmed that the Syawal crescent failed to meet visibility criteria. Consequently, Ramadan will complete 30 days, marking the formal end of the fasting month.
The BJP's second candidates list features several prominent faces and tactical reassignments. Notably, former Union Minister of State Nisith Pramanik will contest from the Mathabhanga (SC) seat, while veteran leader and actor Roopa Ganguly has been nominated for Sonarpur Dakshin.
Malaysia will officially celebrate Hari Raya Aidilfitri on Saturday, March 21, 2026, as the Syawal crescent was not sighted at any of the 29 observation points on Thursday evening. Consequently, Ramadan will last 30 days for the nation. This announcement by the Keeper of the Rulers' Seal means Malaysia will begin its festivities a day after Saudi Arabia.
Candidates can view their performance by logging into the official websites, gate2026.iitg.ac.in or goaps.iitg.ac.in. To access the result dashboard, aspirants must provide their enrollment ID or registered email address along with their password.
Indonesia's Ministry of Religious Affairs holds the Sidang Isbat today, March 19, to determine the Idul Fitri 2026 date. Using hisab and rukyat from 100+ sites, officials will confirm if Eid 2026 falls on March 20 or March 21. While Muhammadiyah has set Friday, the government’s final verdict will be live-streamed at 7:25 PM WIB.
Nashik Police have arrested self-styled godman 'Captain' Ashok Kharat on rape and torture charges. Following his arrest on March 18, 2026, an obscene viral video surfaced, and police seized 58 additional clips. Kharat, a retired Navy officer and numerologist, is in police custody until March 24 as investigators probe his high-profile links.
Nashik police arrested 'Captain' Ashok Kharat, a self-styled godman and retired Navy officer, for allegedly drugging and filming women to exploit them. Cops recovered 58 videos used for blackmail. The case has sparked a political row due to Kharat’s ties with Chief Minister Eknath Shinde and Women’s Commission chief Rupali Chakankar.
Millions in India, Pakistan, Indonesia, and Malaysia are sighting the Shawwal crescent today, March 19, 2026. National committees from South Africa to Central Asia are monitoring the skies to determine if Eid al-Fitr starts Friday or Saturday. Amid a split schedule in the UK, US, and Canada, a Friday start remains likely if the moon is sighted today.
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