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Indian stockmarket indices kicked off today’s session on a strong note. The Sensex climbed 795 points to continue at 75,156, while the Nifty 50 advanced over 251 points, trading at 23,289. Despite the equity rally, the rupee showed weakness, slipping to 92.82 against the US dollar, indicating mixed cues across financial markets in early trade […]
Iran’s national women’s soccer team was welcomed in Tehran after returning from Australia, where some players had initially sought asylum. Fans waved flags, gave flowers, and cheered. Midfielder Fatemeh Shaban said she was happy to be back. Two players stayed in Australia, while others returned home safely under government protection.
The Telangana 2026-27 state budget will be presented today in the assembly by Dy CM Bhatti and Minister Sridhar Babu. Before this, the cabinet will approve it in a committee hall meeting. The budget is estimated at ₹3.36 lakh crore, prioritizing education, healthcare, agriculture, and allocating ₹29,000 crore for irrigation projects.
The 10th-grade English exam in Andhra Pradesh has been rescheduled to April 2, 9:30 AM–12:45 PM, due to the March 21 holiday for the Ramzan festival. Likewise, first-year intermediate exams are postponed from March 21 to March 25. The government has officially issued orders confirming these new exam dates.
Due to tensions between Pakistan and Afghanistan, the Bangladesh Cricket Board will seek government approval before letting players join the Pakistan Super League. Cricketers like Mustafizur Rahman and Shoriful Islam may miss New Zealand prep if cleared. BCB chairman Nazmul Abedin said safety is the priority.
Tollywood actor Sree Vishnu’s comedy-drama ‘Vishnu Vinyasam’ is now streaming on Amazon Prime Video just three weeks after its theater release. Co-starring Nayan Sarika, the film is available in Hindi, Tamil, Kannada, and Malayalam. Directed by Yadunaath Maruthi Rao with music by G. Radhan, it aims for pan-India reach.
In Hyderabad, police have imposed traffic restrictions around Charminar today for the last Friday prayers of Ramzan month, called Jumaatul Vida. From 8 AM to 4 PM, vehicles will be diverted in areas including Madina, Himmatnagar, Chowk Maidan, and Etabar Chowk to manage crowds and ensure smooth prayer arrangements.
Sri Lankan pacer Matheesha Pathirana is likely fit for KKR’s IPL 2026 opener against SRH after recovering from a hamstring injury. Though he has resumed bowling, he still needs a formal fitness clearance and NOC from Sri Lanka Cricket, expected next week. KKR is hopeful their 18-crore star will be ready; otherwise, Blessing Muzarabani may […]
Indian National Congress released its second list of candidates for the Kerala Assembly Elections. State chief K Sudhakaran was denied a ticket from Kannur after a dispute. A K Antony urged him to follow the party’s decision. New candidates were named across several seats to strengthen Congress against the CPI(M)-led front.
25-year-old Australian all-rounder Jack Edwards, bought by Sunrisers Hyderabad for Rs 3 crore in the IPL 2026 auction, will miss the entire tournament. He’s ruled out due to an unspecified injury. Edwards impressed with Australia A against India A last year. He made his T20I debut for Australia on Jan 29, 2026, against Pakistan, scoring […]
TVK leader Vijay faces a new problem. While filing his election nomination, candidates must submit details of their own and family’s assets, bank accounts, and income tax. Vijay reportedly does not know about his wife’s assets and bank balances. If correct information is not provided, his nomination may be rejected.
Rajasthan Royals have suffered a big blow ahead of IPL 2026, as England all-rounder Sam Curran is expected to miss the entire season due to a suspected groin injury. Curran had joined the Royals in a trade deal with Chennai Super Kings, which sent Sanju Samson to CSK while Ravindra Jadeja returned to his first […]
India ranked 116th in the World Happiness Report 2026, slightly up from 118th in 2025, but behind Nepal and Pakistan. The report assessed over 140 countries on factors like corruption, freedom, GDP, health, generosity, and social support. Finland remains the happiest country for the ninth consecutive year, with Nordic nations dominating the top 10.
Delhi Capitals have appointed former Ireland all-rounder John Mooney as their fielding coach for IPL 2026, starting March 28. Mooney, 44, is the first Irish cricketer in an IPL coaching role. He previously coached Afghanistan, West Indies, and Ireland women’s teams. Mooney played 64 ODIs and 27 T20Is for Ireland before retiring in 2015.
The Supreme Court rejected a petition seeking a probe into wildlife imports at Reliance-owned Vantara. The court noted that a Special Investigation Team (SIT) found no violations of Indian or international laws. It said that legally imported animals must be cared for properly, and disturbing them could be considered cruelty.