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Vijay Varma reveals his go-to summer indulgence: Ice-creams
Mumbai, March 29: Ditching the stress about calories, actor Vijay Varma revealed that ice-creams are his go-to summer indulgence and said that the icy dessert is the “best intoxication.”
Madonna rocks new shimmery 'mouth jewellery'
Los Angeles, March 29: Singing legend Madonna has a new piece of jewellery, and she's proudly flaunting it. The pop icon, 66, joined in the fun of a recent TikTok trend and posted a short video to the platform.
Ayush Ministry working to integrate Unani with modern medicine: Prataprao Jadhav
New Delhi, March 29: The Ministry of Ayush is taking multiple initiatives, for the integration of Ayush systems, including Unani with modern medicine, said the government.
TN Forest Dept steps up surveillance after tribal youth killed in tiger attack
Chennai, March 29: Following the tragic death of a 38-year-old man in a tiger attack in the Nilgiris, the Tamil Nadu Forest Department has intensified surveillance efforts by deploying camera traps and special monitoring teams in the area.
Amit Shah's key engagements during two-day visit to poll-bound Bihar
Patna, March 29: Ahead of the Bihar Assembly elections, Union Home Minister Amit Shah is scheduled to embark on a two-day visit to the state on Saturday evening, during which he will formulate the BJP's strategy and set the agenda to secure a majority in the polls.
Centre exploring new markets to boost fruit exports after robust growth
New Delhi, March 29: After witnessing a tremendous growth in fruit exports in the last five years, the government is now exploring new markets for fruit exports.
Brazil fire coach Dorival Junior amid poor results
New Delhi, March 29: Brazilian football is once again in search of a leader after the Brazilian Football Confederation (CBF) announced the dismissal of head coach Dorival Junior on Friday. The decision comes after a series of underwhelming performances, culminating in a crushing 4-1 defeat to Argentina in Buenos Aires—Brazil's worst loss in a World Cup qualifier.
Manju Warrier on stardom: In Kerala, can ask for water and they'll give it
New Delhi, March 29: For National Award-winning actress Manju Warrier, stardom is not a barrier but a beautiful bond with the people. Reflecting on her deep connection with Kerala, she says she can knock on any door at any point of the day, at night or day, and ask for a glass of water.
First tranche of 15 tonnes of relief material from India lands in quake-hit Myanmar
New Delhi, March 29: As part of its Act East policy, India sent more than 15 tonnes of relief material to Myanmar on Saturday, following a series of powerful earthquakes that led to widespread death and destruction on Friday, with over 600 people feared killed and the toll expected to climb further.
Gippy Grewal on periodicals: It fascinates us somewhere
New Delhi, March 29: Actor, singer and filmmaker Gippy Grewal, who is gearing up for the release of his upcoming film “Akaal: The Unconquered”, has talked about the popularity of periodic films and said it is “fascinating.”
IPL 2025: There was no home advantage at Chepauk for CSK, says Fleming
Chennai, March 29: Chennai Super Kings (CSK) head coach Stephen Fleming admitted that his team has been struggling to understand the conditions at Chepauk in recent years, following their crushing 50-run loss to Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) in IPL 2025.
Pierce Brosnan: I've always had my eyes on Dumbledore
Los Angeles, March 29: Hollywood star Pierce Brosnan says he has "always had (his) eyes" on playing the Hogwarts headmaster Dumbledore in a 'Harry Potter' remake and would "probably" say yes if he was asked to be involved in the upcoming series.
HM Shah to embark on two-day Bihar visit, chair high-stake meetings
New Delhi, March 29: Union Home Minister Amit Shah will begin a two-day visit to Bihar on Saturday, packed with crucial political and administrative engagements.
Haryana CM approves three projects in Gurugram valued at Rs 36.19 crore
Gurugram, March 29: Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini while chairing the High Powered Works Purchase Committee (HPWPC) meeting on Friday approved purchases and contracts valued at Rs 36.19 crore of the Gurugram Metropolitan Development Authority (GMDA), officials said.
Viola Davis, Julius Tennon's marriage has no rules
Los Angeles, March 29: Hollywood actress Viola Davis and husband Julius Tennon are not just on the same page but the same line, and even the same word.
NCP to organise events celebrating 65th anniversary of 'United Maharashtra'
Mumbai, March 29: The Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) said on Friday that it has organised a slew of programmes to celebrate the 65th anniversary of 'United Maharashtra', party sources said.
MP govt procures wheat valued at Rs 757 crore: Minister
Bhopal, March 29: Madhya Pradesh's Food and Civil Supplies Minister Govind Singh Rajput said on Friday that the state government has procured wheat valued at more than Rs 757 crore till now at a minimum support price (MSP) of Rs 2,600 per quintal.
Maharashtra govt issues order for prompt response to media reports
Mumbai, March 29: To promptly address public grievances and issues highlighted through various media platforms, the Maharashtra government, on Friday, issued a circular, officials said.
Rajasthan govt to merge two civic bodies in Jaipur ahead of 2025 polls
Jaipur, March 29: The Rajasthan government has decided to merge the Jaipur Greater Municipal Corporation and Jaipur Municipal Corporation Heritage ahead of the civic body elections in the state, government officials said on Friday.
Nitin Gadkari approves Rs 1,237.71 crore for Jaisalmer-Barmer highway; Cong MP Beniwal expresses gratitude
Jaipur, March 29: Union Road Transport and Highways Minister Nitin Gadkari has approved the construction of a two-lane highway in Rajasthan's Jaisalmer and Barmer districts, near the India-Pakistan border, government officials said.
IPL 2025: Hazlewood's twin strikes were a game-changer, says Patidar after RCB down CSK
Chennai, March 29: Royal Challengers Bengaluru captain Rajat Patidar hailed Josh Hazlewood's twin strikes an hour early in Chennai Super Kings innings as a "game changer" that helped his team breach Fortress Chepauk for the first time since 2008 in the Indian Premier League (IPL) on Friday.
Tripura's Budget for FY 25-26 aligns with PM Modi's Viksit Bharat vision: CM Saha
Agartala, March 28: Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha on Friday said that the state's budget for the financial year 2025-26 would play a significant role in the development of the state, aligning with Prime Minister Narendra Modi's goal of building a 'Viksit Bharat'.
Delhi Power Minister counters Kejriwal's claim on power outage
New Delhi, March 28: Delhi Power Minister Ashish Sood strongly refuted Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) convenor Arvind Kejriwal's claims about power cuts in the national capital's Jagatpur Extension area.
IPL 2025: Hazlewood's early strikes after Patidar fifty help RCB breach CSK den after 17 years
Chennai, March 28: Josh Hazlewood struck a couple of early blows after Rajat Patidar scored his first half-century as captain to help Royal Challengers Bengaluru defeat Chennai Super Kings at the MA Chidambaram Stadium after a gap of 17 years in Match 8 of Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 here on Friday.
PM Modi's vision of reverence for Dr Ambedkar reflected in holiday: Anurag Thakur praises the decision
New Delhi, March 28: BJP leader Anurag Thakur lauded the government's decision to announce a public holiday on April 14, marking the birth anniversary of Dr B.R. Ambedkar, the architect of India's Constitution.
Trump, Canadian PM Carney discuss ties
Washington, March 28: US President Donald Trump and the next Prime Minister of Canada will meet immediately after the upcoming elections in Canada, the American leader said on Friday after a call with Mark Carney, the current Prime Minister.
Yuva All Stars Championship: Palani Tuskers, Junior Steelers qualify for Super 6
Haridwar, March 28: Sonipat Spartans, Chandigarh Chargers, Junior Steelers and Jaipur Pink Cubs bagged victories on Day 23 of the Yuva All Stars Championship 2025 in Haridwar.
Death threats to Raj CM, his deputy: DSP removed, nine cops suspended
Jaipur, March 28: Nine cops have been suspended in connection with death threats to Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma and Deputy Chief Minister Prem Chand Bairwa.
Mamata should at least speak with caution when she is abroad: Shahnawaz Hussain
New Delhi, March 28: As West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee, currently in London, appears to have openly disagreed with the prediction that India would be the world's largest economy by 2060, senior BJP leader Shahnawaz Hussain said on Friday that the Chief Minister should at least speak with caution when she is abroad.
Sr Asian Wrestling: Manisha brings home first gold, Antim secures bronze on return
Amman (Jordan), March 28: Indian women wrestlers continued their good work as Manisha bagged the country's first gold while Antim Panghal claimed a bronze on her return to competitions in the 2025 Senior Asian Wrestling Championship here on Friday.
National Women's Hockey League 2024-2025: Haryana crowned champions with 3-2 win over Odisha
Ranchi, March 28: Hockey Haryana emerged as the champions of the Final Phase of the National Women's Hockey League 2024-2025 as they defeated Hockey Association of Odisha 3-2 in a closely contested encounter here at the Marang Gomke Jaipal Singh Munda Astro Turf in Ranchi, Jharkhand
Will Smith talks about Chris Rock Oscars slapgate in new album
Los Angeles, March 28: Hollywood star Will Smith is scratching some old scars as he addressed his Chris Rock Oscars slapgate in his new album 'Based on a True Story'.
Patna High Court rejects pleas for re-examination of 70th BPSC preliminary exam
Patna, March 28: In a major setback for candidates demanding a re-conduct of the 70th BPSC Civil Preliminary Examination, the Patna High Court on Friday dismissed all petitions related to the issue.
India, Japan sign loan agreements worth Yen 191.736 bn for 6 projects
New Delhi, March 28: Government of India and the Government of Japan yesterday signed loan agreements worth Yen 191.736 billion for six projects under Japan's Official Development Assistance (ODA) to India in the sectors of forest management, water supply, urban transport, aquaculture, biodiversity conservation, and investment promotion, a Ministry of Finance release said.
Kartik Aaryan shares romantic picture with Sreeleela from their upcoming project
Mumbai, March 28: Actor Kartik Aaryan is currently busy shooting with Sreeleela for a love story.
Punjab govt legalises transfer of prisoners to other states
Chandigarh, March 28: The Punjab government has legalised the transfer of prisoners from its state jails to other states. The Transfer of Prisoners (Punjab Amendment) Bill 2025, introduced by Jails Minister Laljit Singh Bhullar, was unanimously passed by the legislative assembly on Friday.
Punjab adopts Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Amendment Act
Chandigarh, March 28: The Punjab Vidhan Sabha on Friday in its last day of session passed the resolution moved by Punjab Parliamentary Affairs Minister Ravjot Singh to adopt the Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Amendment Act, 2024.
I-League: Rajasthan United sail past Delhi in season's final home game
Jaipur, March 28: Rajasthan United FC wrapped up their first I-League campaign in Jaipur with a third win on the trot, beating Delhi FC 3-1 at the Vidyadhar Nagar Stadium on Friday.
IPL 2025: Patidar's fifty helps RCB to 196/7 against CSK
Chennai, March 28: Skipper Rajat Patidar struck his first half-century as captain as Royal Challengers Bengaluru rode on his efforts to reach 196/7 in 20 overs in a topsy-turvy innings in Match 8 of Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 at the MA Chidambaram Stadium here on Friday.
Odisha govt silent as 20,000 women go missing in 8 months, alleges Pawan Khera
Bhubaneswar, March 28: Congress leader Pawan Khera on Friday raised serious concerns over the alleged rising number of missing women and young girls in Odisha, alleging government inaction and suppression of protests.