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Himachal Assembly clears Organised Crime (Prevention & Control) Bill; focus on curbing drug menace
Shimla, March 28: The Himachal Pradesh Legislative Assembly has passed the Himachal Pradesh Organised Crimes (Prevention and Control) Bill, 2025, a landmark legislation aimed at cracking down on organised crime networks operating in the state. This law has been brought with an objective to curb the drug menace from the state.
US security at risk as China-backed ByteDance seeks to retain TikTok control amid sale deadline
Washington DC, March 28: Alarming reports are suggesting that ByteDance, the parent company of TikTok and a close affiliate of the Chinese Communist Party, is attempting to maintain control over the app in any forthcoming arrangement as the deadline for TikTok's potential sale or ban approaches, according to a report from the National Review (NR).
ISL: Semi-final berth at stake as Mumbai City FC look to further strong playoffs record against hosts Bengaluru FC
Bengaluru, March 28: Bengaluru FC (BFC) will host Mumbai City FC (MCFC) at the Sree Kanteerava Stadium on Saturday at 7:30 pm IST in the first single-legged knockout game of the Indian Super League (ISL) 2024-25 playoffs, as per the ISL press release.
US boosts Indo-Pacific presence amid rising tensions with China
Manila, March 28: The US military is "posturing forward" in the Indo-Pacific area, including the Philippines, to reinforce deterrence amid rising regional tensions due to Beijing's assertiveness in the South China Sea (SCS), stated the Pentagon chief on Wednesday, as reported by Inquirer.net.
All Indians in Thailand safe, Embassy issues emergency helpline after major earthquakes
Bangkok, March 28: The Indian Embassy in Thailand issued a statement on Friday, assuring that it is closely monitoring the situation after powerful earthquake tremors were recorded in Bangkok and other parts of Thailand.
USCIRF report 2025 highlights China as major religious freedom violator
Washington DC, March 28: The United States Commission on International Religious Freedom (USCIRF) has classified China once again in its 2025 report as one of the leading offenders of religious freedom globally.
IPL 2025: Will Shivam Dube lift CSK to another triumph against RCB?
Chennai, March 28: As Chennai Super Kings (CSK) prepare to lock horns against Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB), a lot of eyes will be on the powerful southpaw Shivam Dube, who boasts of a satisfactory record against the Red and Gold team.
Sara Ali Khan to add Bollywood tadka to IPL mega celebrations in Guwahati
Guwahati, March 28: Before the commencement of the Chennai Super Kings' match against the Rajasthan Royals in Guwahati on March 30, the audience will get a chance to witness a dance performance by Bollywood star Sara Ali Khan.
Union Cabinet approves Electronics Component Manufacturing Scheme with funding of Rs 22,919 crore
New Delhi, March 28: The Union Cabinet on Friday approved the Electronics Component Manufacturing Scheme with a funding of Rs.22,919 crore to make India "atmanirbhar" in the electronics supply chain.
Shilpa Shetty slays ramp walk in stylish black & white saree at Lakme Fashion Week X FDCI
Mumbai, March 28: Actress Shilpa Shetty looked sensational in a black and white zebra-striped sari with an impressive moulded wooden bodice creation as she walked the ramp on day three of Lakme Fashion Week in partnership with FDCI.
Lok Sabha passes Carriage of Goods by Sea Bill, seeks to replace century-old legislation
New Delhi, March 28: The Lok Sabha has passed the Carriage of Goods by Sea Bill, 2024, which aims to modernise regulations governing the responsibilities, liabilities, rights, and immunities of carriers involved in the transportation of goods by sea.
Grant of Rs 25 crore 44 lakh distributed in accounts of 560 cowsheds by Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis
Mumbai, March 28: A grant of Rs 25 crore and 44 lakh under the Desi Govansh Pariposhan Yojana was deposited in the accounts of 560 cowsheds in the state online by Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Friday, as per a release.
India-US bilateral trade pact likely by year-end: NITI Aayog's Arvind Virmani
New Delhi, March 28: Bilateral trade between India and the US is likely to be signed by the end of the year, said Arvind Virmani, Member Niti Aayog, while releasing the government think tank's 'Trade Watch July -September 12 FY25' report.
Six earthquakes in a day rock Myanmar
Naypyidaw, March 28: Six earthquakes jolted Myanmar on Friday, a statement by the National Center for Seismology said.
Quick-Commerce must adapt beyond major metros to sustain profitable growth: Bain & Flipkart Report
New Delhi, March 28: Quick-commerce (q-commerce) platforms in India must adapt their business models for markets beyond major metros to sustain profitable growth, according to a report by Bain & Company and Flipkart.
PM Modi to visit RSS founder Hedgewar's memorial in Nagpur on March 30
New Delhi, March 28: Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit Maharashtra and Chhattisgarh on March 30, a release from the Prime Minister's office said.
Cate Blanchett reflects on evolution of women's roles in Hollywood
Washington, March 28: Academy Award-winning actress Cate Blanchett has been a stalwart in the film industry for over three decades, with a career spanning over 100 on-screen credits.
JioStar shatters viewership records on historic opening weekend as IPL 2025 celebrates its 18th edition
New Delhi, March 28: In a record-breaking opening weekend, the 18th edition of the Indian Premier League (IPL) witnessed unprecedented viewership across JioHotstar and Star Sports Network. With a cumulative watch time of 4,956 crore minutes, JioStar Network has set new benchmarks, delivering an unparalleled cricketing experience across TV and digital platforms.
Reimagining Chai, Brewing for the Future: HUL's 'Tea Next' initiative to empower small tea growers
Guwahati, March 28: Hindustan Unilever Limited (HUL) launched a new initiative, Tea Next, dedicated to training and capacity building for small holder farmers in the tea industry. Recognizing their pivotal role, HUL brought together small tea growers, industry leaders and key stakeholders together for this transformative initiative.
Delhi Minister Parvesh Verma chairs meeting with Delhi Jal Board officials and MLAs. discusses 'Summer Action Plan'
New Delhi, March 28: Delhi Minister Parvesh Verma chaired a meeting with the Delhi Jal Board officials and MLAs to discuss the steps that needed to be taken ahead of the rising hot summer season.
PM Modi says India stands ready to offer assistance after 7.7 quake hits Myanmar, tremors felt in Thailand
New Delhi, March 28: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday expressed concern over the earthquakes in Myanmar and Thailand and expressed readiness to offer all possible assistance.
'Tu Meri Main Tera, Main Tera Tu Meri': Kartik Aaryan, Karan Johar's reunion project gets release date
New Delhi, March 28: Actor Kartik Aaryan and Karan Johar's highly anticipated reunion project, 'Tu Meri Main Tera, Main Tera Tu Meri', has finally got a release date.
Cost Advantage & technology adoption will lead India's Medical Tourism to USD 13.42 Billion by 2026: Report
New Delhi, March 28: India's medical tourism industry is set to witness strong growth, with its market size projected to reach USD 13.42 billion by 2026, according to a report by Grant Thornton.
Lord Hanuman's idol vandalised in Bihar
Patna, March 28: Tension gripped Karpoorigram village in Bihar's Samastipur district on Friday after a man allegedly vandalised an idol of Lord Hanuman, leading to protests and unrest in the area.
Northeast region poised to emerge as nation's economic engine: Minister
New Delhi, March 28: Union Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia said on Friday that the northeast region is set to emerge as the "economic engine" of the nation, as it is no longer just adopting new digital technologies but also leading the way in the country's growing economic expansion.
10 people killed in powerful earthquake in Myanmar
Yangon, March 28: At least 10 people were killed when a mosque collapsed in Mandalay after a strong earthquake hit Myanmar on Friday, according to local media outlet Khit Thit.
Hansal Mehta says budgets should not limit good storytelling
Mumbai, March 28: Filmmaker Hansal Mehta, who is known for 'Aligarh', 'Shahid', 'Scam 1992: The Harshad Mehta Story', has said that budget should not be looked at as a constraint for making good cinema.
Bangladesh's former minister alleges Muhammad Yunus, his associates had prosperous 7.5 months
Dhaka, March 28: Bangladesh's former Minister of State for Information and Broadcasting, Mohammad A Arafat, has claimed that Bangladesh's economy may be tanking, hundreds of thousands may have lost their livelihoods, inflation may be out of control but Bangladesh's Chief Advisor Muhammad Yunus, and his confidants have had a very "prosperous seven and a half months."
Indians will become the number one community globally by 2047: Chandrababu Naidu
Chennai, March 28: Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu participated in the All India Research Scholars Summit (AIRSS) event at the IIT Madras in Chennai.
Global expansion of China's data-driven authoritarianism
New Delhi: As technological advancements become increasingly pervasive in all aspects of life, concerns regarding the ethics of new-age digital ecosystems gain acute significance. On the one hand, the deployment of data-driven technologies into governance has led to path-breaking advantages in terms of efficiency, reduction of time and energy, inclusivity, and exceptional smoothness of operations.
India's 1st robotic system performs cardiac telesurgery over a distance of 2,000 Km
Bengaluru, March 28: Made-in-India surgical robotic system maker SS Innovations on Friday announced that its SSI Mantra has successfully performed robotic cardiac surgery via telesurgery spanning a distance of 2,000 kilometres.
IPL 2025: SRH will go with slightly different plan against DC after loss to LSG, says Vettori
New Delhi, March 28: After Sunrisers Hyderabad lost to Lucknow Super Giants by five wickets in IPL 2025, head coach Daniel Vettori said the side will take positives from the defeat and go with a slightly different plan when facing Delhi Capitals in Visakhapatnam on Sunday.
FIIs return to stock market amid boost in India's economic outlook: Report
New Delhi, March 28: India's economic challenges have troughed and trends in some key metrics indicate that the outlook is improving, a report said on Friday, adding that foreign institutional investors (FIIs) might have sensed this and have bought Indian equities worth $3.8 billion since March 20.
Two days before deadline, Pakistan deports 213 Afghan refugees
Rawalpindi, March 28: Over 200 Afghan refugees have been deported by Islamabad to their home country as Pakistan remains determined on its mass deportation plan.
Assam Cong chief set to record more defeats in polls: Minister Jayanta Mallabaruah
Guwahati, March 28: Assam Public Health Engineering Minister Jayanta Mallabaruah on Friday took a jibe at state Congress president Bhupen Borah and said that the opposition leader is set to achieve a "record of defeats" in the Panchayat polls.
Security forces foil Maoists' plan in Chhattisgarh, detect and destroy 45 kg IED
Bhopal, March 28: In a significant achievement, the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) and the Bomb Disposal Squad (BDS) successfully defused a powerful 45 kg improvised explosive device (IED) planted by Maoists in the Bijapur district, Chhattisgarh.
Earnings from sale of scrap under 'Swachhata' drive at govt offices rise to Rs 2,666 cr
New Delhi, March 28: The total revenue earned from the disposal of scrap from Central government offices under the 'Swachhata (cleanliness)' campaign from 2021-2025 has now gone up to Rs 2,666 crore, according to the monthly report released by the Centre's Department of Administrative Reforms and Public Grievances on Friday.
IPL 2025: Pandya comes back as Mumbai look for first win against hosts Gujarat
Ahmedabad, March 28: Mumbai Indians (MI) will be eager to make amends for their disappointing start to the IPL 2025 season as they prepare to take on Gujarat Titans (GT) at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad on Saturday. With both teams yet to open their account after suffering defeats in their respective opening matches, this encounter promises to be a high-stakes battle.
Sonu Nigam relishes Sindhi cuisine as he meets L. K. Advani, daughter Pratibha Advani
Mumbai, March 28: Playback singer Sonu Nigam recently met the former Deputy Prime Minister of India, L. K.Advani and his daughter, Pratibha Advani after his performance at the Delhi Technological University (DTU). On Friday, the singer took to his Instagram, and shared a video of himself in the company of L. K. Advani and Pratibha Advani. The singer shared that he relishes the Sindhi food, and was treated with Sindhi Kadi by Pratibha.
Relief for CM Vijayan, daughter as Kerala HC junks plea for vigilance probe in payoff case
Kochi, March 28: The Kerala High Court on Friday dismissed two pleas seeking a probe by the Vigilance and Anti-Corruption Department into the allegations that Veena Vijayan's IT firm, Exalogic, got monthly gratification from a Kochi-based mining firm, Cochin Minerals and Rutile Ltd (CMRL), for mining sanctions.