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Ayurveda's turnover surges to $24 bn in a decade, says AYUSH Ministry Secretary
Ahmedabad, March 17: Rajesh Kotecha, the Secretary of the Ministry of AYUSH, said that in the past decade, the turnover of Ayurvedic products surged from $2.85 billion in 2014 to $24 billion in 2024, with exports tripling.
Two groups clash during 'Matka Fod' event in Bihar's Jehanabad, 6 injured
Patna March 17: Violence broke out between two groups during a 'Matka Fod' (pot-breaking) event in the Naya Tola locality under the jurisdiction of the Town police station in Bihar's Jehanabad district on Sunday evening, police said.
Karan Johar, Kartik Aaryan engage in epic face-off on IIFA stage
Mumbai, March 17: As much as it delivered a solid dose of entertainment, IIFA stage this time was also a platform to bury the hatchet, and work in collaboration.
MP: Five more cheetahs to roam in wilderness of Kuno from Monday
Bhopal, March 17: Five more members of the magnificent cheetah family is set to roam free in the wilderness of Kuno National Park (KNP) in Sheopur, Madhya Pradesh on Monday.
Under PM Modi, govt committed to provide citizens a speedy, transparent justice system: HM Shah
Guwahati, March 16: Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Sunday said that under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the Central government is committed to providing the citizens with a speedy and transparent justice system. He emphasised that to strengthen law and order, it is essential to register crimes without any delay.
MP's Sanskrit varsity to use 'Bharat' instead of 'India'
Bhopal, March 16: Ujjain-based Maharshi Panini Sanskrit and Vedic University (Formerly Maharshi Panini Sanskrit Vishwavidyalaya) in Madhya Pradesh has decided to replace the word 'India' with 'Bharat' on all official documents of the university.
IPL 2025: Being hit for 10 runs on last two balls of 2023 final left a mark on me, admits Mohit Sharma
New Delhi, March 16: As Ravindra Jadeja scored 10 runs off the final 2 balls of IPL 2023 title clash to give Chennai Super Kings their fifth title at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad and trigger ecstasy in the camp, Mohit Sharma was crestfallen over him being unable to take Gujarat Titans over the line.
IPL 2025: Defending champions KKR acquire Chetan Sakariya as injury replacement for Umran Malik
Kolkata, March 16: The defending champions, Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) have picked Chetan Sakariya as a replacement for fast bowler Umran Malik for the upcoming edition of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025.
Dia Mirza visits Rajasthan for a 'very special mission'
Mumbai, March 16: Dia Mirza recently took off to Rajasthan with her son Avyaan. The 'Rehnaa Hai Terre Dil Mein' actress revealed that her trip was for a special mission, more about which she will reveal later.
Arjun Kapoor channels his inner child in snow-clad selfies
Mumbai, March 16: Arjun Kapoor treated the netizens with a glimpse of his snowy vacation. Channeling his inner child, the '2 States' actor was seen making funny faces amidst snow wearing a Prada puffer jacket.
KKR's IPL 2024 Trophy Tour concludes in grand style at Kolkata's South City Mall
Kolkata, March 16: Kolkata Knight Riders' triumphant IPL 2024 Trophy Tour reached its ultimate destination at South City Mall in the city, where an overwhelming number of passionate fans turned up to witness the silverware up close.
EAM Jaishankar meets New Zealand PM Christopher Luxon
New Delhi, March 16: External Affairs Minister (EAM) S Jaishankar met the Prime Minister of New Zealand, Christopher Luxon in New Delhi on Sunday. PM Luxon is on an official visit to India from March 16-20.
There's a deep connection between science and spirituality: PM Modi
New Delhi, March 16: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday said there's a deep connection between science and spirituality, as he fondly remembered Srinivasa Ramanujan, considered to be one of the greatest mathematicians of all time.
Tripura: BJP to contest Village Committee polls in alliance with IPFT and TMP
Agartala, March 16: The ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) would contest upcoming crucial elections to the Village Committees in alliance with its allies -- the Tipra Motha Party (TMP) and the Indigenous People's Front of Tripura (IPFT) though the TMP fought the 2023 Assembly polls independently.
Kolkata Challenge golf: England's Joshua Berry caps dream week with playoff victory
Kolkata, March 16: Nineteen-year-old Englishman Joshua Berry capped a dream week with a playoff victory at the USD 3,00,000 Kolkata Challenge 2025 played at the revered Royal Calcutta Golf Club (RCGC).
Jackky Bhagnani thanks wife Rakul Preet for a yummy treat
Mumbai, March 16: Rakul Preet Singh treated her producer and actor husband Jackky Bhagnani to a delicious Sunday breakfast.
Sonakshi Sinha reveals the secret to her glowing skin
Mumbai, March 16: Sonakshi Sinha decided to bless our feed with another fun video with husband Zaheer Iqbal. She took to her Instagram handle and revealed the secret to her glowing skin.
I-League 2024-25: Rajasthan United deliver crushing blow to Shillong Lajong's title hopes
Jaipur, March 16: Rajasthan United FC delivered a crushing blow to Shillong Lajong's dwindling I-League title aspirations as they secured an emphatic 4-0 victory in the I-League match at the Vidyadhar Nagar Stadium on Sunday.
Mohanlal and Prithviraj Sukumaran's 'Empuraan' gets a release date
Mumbai, March 16: One of the most awaited Mollywood dramas "L2E: Empuraan" has finally got a release date. Superstar Mohanlal starrer is set for a grand worldwide release on March 27, 2025.
30 injured in road accident J&K's Reasi district
Jammu, March 16: Thirty passengers were injured on Sunday in a road accident in Jammu and Kashmir's Reasi district on Sunday, an official said, adding that the mishap took place after the vehicle went out of the driver's control and turned turtle on the road.
PM Modi equates Godhra incident's magnitude with 9/11
New Delhi, March 16: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday described the Godhra incident as a tragedy of 'unimaginable magnitude' in which people were burnt alive and equated the outrage over it to the global outcry after 9/11.
Shubhangi Atre on her Bollywood debut with 'Bhabhiji Ghar Par Hain!': It's a dream come true
Mumbai, March 16: The audience's favorite show, "Bhabhiji Ghar Par Hain!" is being turned into a movie. The film will see the show's original cast as the lead.
Putting an end to riots in Gujarat biggest lesson from 2002 violence: PM Modi
New Delhi, March 16: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday said the ability to put a total stop to riots in a volatile state like Gujarat was the biggest lesson or takeaway for him from the 2002 communal flareup.
Bhagyashree shares glimpses from her Jagannath Puri visit
Mumbai, March 16: Actress Bhagyashree recently offered prayers at the famous Jagannath Temple in Puri, Odisha. The 'Maine Pyaar Kiya' actress took to her IG and treated the netizens with some glimpses of her religious visit.
Massive increase in pilgrim donations for Mata Vaishno Devi shrine in five years
Jammu, March 16: Pilgrim donations at Jammu and Kashmir's Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine have increased to Rs 171.90 crore during the current financial year (2024-2025) from Rs 63.85 crore in 2020-21, according to shrine board officials.
La Liga prez Javier Tebas fires back at Carlo Ancelotti's 72-hour warning
Madrid, March 16: After Real Madrid head coach Carlo Ancelotti issued a warning towards La Liga claiming his side will not take the pitch if they are made to play two games in a period of less than 72 hours, La Liga president Javier Tebas pointed out that Los Blancos will be playing in a period shorter than 72 hours in the coming weeks due to their own demands.
India, Kyrgyzstan joint military exercise in full swing at Tokmok: Army
New Delhi, March 16: The Indian Army and Kyrgyzstan military are exchanging best practices in urban warfare scenarios, counter-terrorism tactics and precision sniping as part of an ongoing joint exercise, the Army said on Sunday.
'They can decide when to stop playing': Ajaz Patel on 'greats' Rohit, Virat's ODI future
New Delhi, March 16: New Zealand spinner Ajaz Patel feels that India batting icons Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli have the right to take a call on their ODI future amid speculations around their retirements from the format following Champions Trophy win.
Festival of colours celebrated in Sydney in presence of Mahant Swami Maharaj and Australian PM
Sydney, March 16: Thousands of people gathered in city's southwest on Saturday to celebrate the Fuldol Festival, a vibrant part of Holi celebrations, the Hindu festival of colours.
Japan stresses importance of US involvement in achieving peace in Ukraine
Tokyo, March 16: Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba stressed the importance of the United States' involvement in achieving peace in Ukraine.
Parmish Verma talks about racism in 'Kanneda:' You can't understand it until you've lived it
Mumbai, March 16: Pollywood actor-singer, Parmish Verma, has opened up about the theme of racism in his upcoming show “Kanneda.”
Heatwave: Orange alert for five Telangana districts
Hyderabad, March 16: The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a heatwave alert for Telangana for the next two days with the maximum temperature in at least five districts likely to soar to 41-44 degrees Celsius.
Gajraj Rao shares BTS pics with Renuka Shahane from 'Dupahiya'
Mumbai, March 16: Veteran actor Gajraj Rao's latest release "Dupahiya" is receiving praise from all sides. The 'Badhaai Ho' actor treated his InstaFam with some BTS photos from the web series.
Raveena wishes Rasha on her birthday with some memorable milestones
Mumbai, March 16: Raveena Tandon's daughter Rasha Thadani is celebrating her 20th birthday today on March 16.
Deep connection between science, spirituality: PM Modi
New Delhi, March 16: In conversation with podcaster Lex Fridman, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday spoke about renowned mathematician Srinivasa Ramanujan, invoking a connection between science and spirituality. He said that Ramanujan derived his ideas from spiritual discipline, where one integrates self and work.
Julia Stiles recalls feeling slimy during reshoots for Harvey Weinstein's film
Washington, March 16: Julia Stiles recently opened up about her uncomfortable experience working with Harvey Weinstein on the 2000 film Down to You, recalling that she felt "slimy" during reshoots.
Jamshedpur FC enters Indian Super League playoffs after a rough 2023-34 season
New Delhi March 16: A season ago, Jamshedpur FC found itself struggling in 11th place in the Indian Super League (ISL) standings, going through a season that supporters would prefer to erase from memory. Now, and they are preparing for the ISL 2024-25 playoffs, as per the league's official website.
'L2: Empuraan' first show to begin at 6 AM, check out new poster
Mumbai, March 16: The Malayalam film 'L2: Empuraan' has finally announced a major update!
MBK chief vows to use personal assets to support ailing Homeplus suppliers
Seoul, March 16: Private equity firm MBK Partners Ltd., which owns Homeplus, said on Sunday its chief will use his personal assets to support suppliers of the major discount store chain affected by the court-led rehabilitation process.
Strengthened me, enabled me to discover inner power: PM Modi shares experience roaming in Himalayas for two years
New Delhi, March 16: Prime Minister Narendra Modi, in an interview with podcaster and scientist Lex Friedman, recounted that he roamed the mighty Himalayas for two years during a period of self-experimentation. This journey, the Prime Minister said, played a pivotal role in strengthening him and enabling him to discover his "inner power."