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Travel disruptions continued Tuesday (March 17, 2026) in the U.S. as airlines worked to recover from a powerful storm system that had already snarled flight schedules a day earlier, while the partial government shutdown continued to fuel long lines at security checkpoints

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Protein has quickly become the nutrient of the moment. From protein milk to protein bars, supermarket shelves are full of products promising more protein in every bite. But long before protein powders became fashionable, Indian kitchens already contained many of the ingredients needed to meet daily

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Former South African captain Faf du Plessis sees Varun Chakravarthy as key for Kolkata Knight Riders in the upcoming IPL. He suggests Eden Gardens pitches should favor spinners like Chakravarthy and Sunil Narine. Cameron Green is also highlighted as a vital player despite his high price tag

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Rajya Sabha LoP Mallikarjun Kharge urged a review of House rules and more sittings for public issue discussions. He stressed increased opposition involvement in lawmaking to strengthen Parliament. Kharge noted that institutions endure as members change

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NSE and BSE will remain open from March 19–21, 2026, with no trading holidays despite festivals. Check the full March holiday schedule for the Indian stock market. Investors usually keep a close watch on trading holidays, especially during festival-heavy weeks

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Director Bharat Krishnamachari says Swayambhu, starring Nikhil Siddhartha, explores India’s rise to global power just before its golden age, blending history with large-scale action and intense martial arts training. Chennai: Director Bharat Krishnamachari

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The Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh High Court has quashed another preventive detention under the Public Safety Act, ruling that there was “no application of mind” by the Bandipora senior superintendent of police and the district magistrate in detaining the petitioner

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For years, India’s medical tourism story has been framed as a model of global healthcare success—world-class doctors, competitive pricing, and a steady inflow of international patients, particularly from West Asia. But as the Iran–Israel conflict escalates

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Is Rinku Singh the new KKR captain? Here’s the truth behind Ajinkya Rahane’s future ahead of IPL 2026. Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) have not officially replaced Ajinkya Rahane as captain ahead of IPL 2026, but the chatter around Rinku Singh taking over is rapidly gaining momentum

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Exclusive | ‘This is Ranveer Singh’s year’: How Sara Arjun hyped her burger bacha Raghav Sharma about Dhurandhar 2Sara Arjun's ‘burger bacha’ Raghav Sharma reveals what she told him about Dhurandhar 2 while working together on an ad Published on: Mar 18

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All it takes is an unexpected twist in a simple dance video for the Internet to take notice. A recent clip going viral online is proof. Featuring a father and his 22-year-old daughter, the video has caught widespread attention for all the right reasons, and honestly

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Assam polls: Congress MP Pradyut Bordoloi joins BJPNagaon MP Pradyut Bordoloi quits Congress, joins BJP in Delhi; Himanta Biswa Sarma says he may be fielded in Assam Assembly polls Published on: Mar 18, 2026 1:55 PM IST By Utpal Parashar, Guwahati Share via Copy link Lok Sabha MP from Assam’s

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Iran-US War: India is currently facing a crunch in LPG as several India-bound tankers carrying natural gas from the Gulf nations are being struck at the Strait of Hormuz, the narrow water passage that connects the Persian Gulf with the Gulf of Oman and the Arabian Sea

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World chess championship runner-up Koneru Humpy has said that, regardless of whether she would play in the Candidates, she felt it was important to express her stance on the unsafe situation in Cyprus due to the war in the Middle East. Humpy remains undecided about competing in this month’s

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Dhurandhar 2 review: Ram Gopal Varma lauds the Aditya Dhar directorial on social media, compares it to SholayAhead of its release, Dhurandhar: The Revenge has already created a storm, with Ram Gopal Varma’s bold first reaction setting expectations sky-high Published on: Mar 18

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CM Yogi Adityanath announced that the state government will work to transform Uttar Pradesh into a USD 1 trillion economy by the 2029-30 financial year. LUCKNOW: Marking nine years of the BJP-led government in Uttar Pradesh, Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Wednesday credited Prime Minister

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The Election Commission has reshuffled top police officials in West Bengal. BJP leader Rahul Sinha supports this move, calling it a way to ensure fair elections. He alleges Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee had appointed loyalists to the police force

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NSE is said to set modest fee for its $2.5 billion IPO at just 0.65%The modest fee for the NSE IPO underscores a trend where banks accept token fees in exchange for the prestige that comes with marquee mandates. Updated on: Mar 18, 2026 1:01 PM IST Bloomberg Share via Copy link The National Stock

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Gudi Padwa 2026 will be celebrated on March 19, marking the beginning of the Marathi New Year with joy and positivity. Check the correct date, puja timings, Gudi hoisting rituals, and the festival’s significance. Gudi Padwa is an important festival that marks the beginning of the Marathi New Year

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West Asia war: South Korea will receive an additional 18 million barrels of oil from the United Arab Emirates. This move aims to secure supplies as the Iran war disrupts global oil routes. About 70 percent of South Korea's crude oil imports pass through the Strait of Hormuz

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Shimla, Mar 18 (PTI) A married couple was arrested with 21.01 grams of ‘chitta’ (adulterated heroin) from a hotel in Sundernagar in Himachal Pradesh’s Mandi district, police said on Wednesday. The accused, identified as Arun Bhatti and Parul Guleria

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Congress MP Pradyut Bordoloi has resigned from the party just weeks before the Assam Assembly elections. His departure has drawn sharp criticism from the BJP, which claims it highlights the Congress's declining influence. Congress leaders expressed disappointment

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PNB has asked inoperative account holders to submit their KYC on or before 15 April 2026, to ensure that their accounts are not closed. New Delhi: Public sector lender Punjab National Bank (PNB) has issued notice regarding closure of dormant/inoperative accounts. The Bank said

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BMW M2 CS: The new BMW M2 CS has officially been launched in India. This high-performance coupe will be sold as a Completely Built-Up (CBU) model and will be available in limited numbers. BMW M2 CS launched in India: The new BMW M2 CS has officially been launched in India

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The Ministry of Civil Aviation (MoCA) has directed all airlines to ensure that at least 60% of seats on every flight are allocated free of charge. The move is aimed at ensuring “fair access”, the Ministry said in a press release on Wednesday (March 18, 2026)

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The Union government on Wednesday directed airlines to allocate a minimum of 60% seats on every flight without seat selection charges to ensure fair access. The orders issued by the Ministry of Civil Aviation through the Directorate General of Civil Aviation also require that passengers travelling

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