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On March 15th, DMK and allies to protest across Tamil Nadu over LPG shortage

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin had recently written to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, highlighting the disruption that the LPG shortage would cause in a highly industrialized state like Tamil Nadu. Stalin had requested the PM to take steps for improving the situation.

Former AIFF general secretary Kushal Das dies aged 65

After joining the All India Football Federation in 2010, Das played a key role in several major events, including the FIFA U-17 World Cup 2017, the launch of the Indian Women’s League that same year and the hosting of the AFC Women’s Asian Cup in 2022.

Saudi oil production falls to 8 million bpd after 20% cut amid Iran war: Report

Saudi oil production falls to 8 million bpd after 20% cut amid Iran war: Report

Can PNG replace LPG cylinders in India? Here are the major challenges
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The situation has renewed discussion over whether piped natural gas (PNG) could replace liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) cylinders. At its core, the difference between LPG and PNG lies in how the fuel reaches households.

50% of menu slashed: 89-year-old Ambala restaurant retreats to 'bhattis' amid LPG cylinder shortage

Facing a dire LPG shortage, the owner of a pre-independence era restaurant in Ambala Cantt has slashed 50% of the menu and returned to traditional woodfire bhattis.

Rishi Kapoor’s family copyrights his name to prevent posthumous misuse

Rishi Kapoor's family has taken legal steps to protect the late actor's name from getting misused by any individual or organisation. Kapoor passed away in 2020 after battling cancer for years.

Top 7 rivers that serve as lifelines for millions around world: Check the list inside
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Rivers on Earth act as a pulse as they drive economies and sustain cultures, proving that where water flows, life and civilisation thrive. From the Nile to the Amazon and Ganga, these are 7 major rivers that work as lifelines providing water, food, and power to billions.

‘India, US close to critical minerals deal, announcement likely soon:’ Ambassador Sergio Gor

US Ambassador to India Sergio Gor pointed out the recent breakthroughs like the interim trade agreement and said they show that the US-India relationship has the potential to reach “historic heights”. He added that the US-India ties can deliver results on a scale never seen before.

Epstein Memo from 2018 Recounts Meeting with Tony Blair in 2002

A previously reported 2018 memo linked to Jeffrey Epstein recounts a meeting he allegedly had with former UK Prime Minister Tony Blair in 2002. The document has resurfaced in renewed discussions about Epstein’s connections with prominent political and business figures.

Iran-Israel War: Citizens Divided, Jewish Population Optimistic on Goals

Public opinion in Israel shows a sharp divide over the ongoing Iran–Israel conflict. While many Jewish Israelis believe military objectives are close to being achieved, other communities remain skeptical and worried about escalation. Recent polls show overwhelming support among Jewish Israelis for strikes against Iran and confidence in weakening Tehran’s capabilities, while Arab Israelis largely oppose the campaign and favor diplomacy. The debate highlights deep social and political divisions as the war continues to reshape the Middle East

'CSK is incomplete without him': Irfan Pathan’s big take on MS Dhoni’s IPL future

Chennai Super Kings will start their campaign against Rajasthan Royals on Mar 30 at the Assam Cricket Association Stadium in Guwahati.

Israel-Iran War: Drone Strike Attempt in Central Dubai Intercepted by Air Defenses

Air defense systems in United Arab Emirates intercepted a drone strike attempt over central Dubai as tensions from the ongoing conflict involving Israel, Iran, and the United States spill into the Gulf region. Loud explosions were reported after defenses destroyed the incoming drone near the city’s financial district, with debris damaging some buildings but causing limited casualties.

Israel-Iran War: IDF Targets Hezbollah Command Posts in Suburbs, Southern Lebanon

The Israel Defense Forces carried out fresh airstrikes targeting command posts and military infrastructure linked to Hezbollah in the southern suburbs of Beirut and parts of southern Lebanon. According to the Israeli military, the strikes focused on command centers, weapons storage facilities, and operational sites used to coordinate attacks against Israel. The attacks come as cross-border hostilities intensify, with Hezbollah launching rockets and drones toward northern Israel and Israeli forces responding with expanded strikes across Lebanese territory.

Earth days are getting longer. It has not happened in 3.6 million years

Days on Earth are becoming longer, not because of the moon or other forces humans can't control, but because of how hot our planet has become. Climate change is responsible for slowing the spin of our planet so much that something like this has not been seen in millions of years.

Israel-Iran War: Israel Intercepts New Missile Barrage from Iran

Israel Defense Forces said it intercepted a fresh barrage of missiles launched from Iran as tensions continue to escalate in the ongoing regional conflict. Air-raid sirens sounded across several parts of Israel while air defense systems were activated to neutralize the incoming projectiles. The latest attack comes amid continuing exchanges of strikes between Israel and Iran, raising fears of further escalation across the Middle East and drawing global attention to the rapidly intensifying crisis

NASA picks April 1 as Artemis 2 launch date, and everyone is wondering, 'Why April Fool's...?'

NASA has announced April 1 as the new launch date for Artemis 2. The internet has welcomed the news not just because it would be a revolutionary date for humanity, but because it is April Fool's Day. People are asking, why would NASA launch a historic moon mission on April Fool's?

Why India still imports 60% of LPG: Key reasons behind the current supply crunch
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With that Strait of Hormuz affected by the war, the government has moved to stabilise domestic supply while urging consumers not to panic and to conserve energy wherever possible.

Can US force Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz? Here are three real options: Check inside
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After the war erupted in West Asia, the US and Israel targeted Iran’s infrastructure. Tehran retaliated by striking key facilities and targeting ships crossing the Strait of Hormuz, causing oil supply disruptions. The key question now is whether the US will force Iran to reopen the strait?

'Ayatollah Mojtaba is disfigured and hiding underground': Hegseth claims US struck 15,000 targets in Iran

Hegseth stated that “Iran has no air defences; their missiles and missile launchers are destroyed,” adding that “their missile power has been reduced by more than 90 per cent.”