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Yemen's Houthi rebels say 'any Israeli vessel' in nearby waterways again a target
Yemen's Houthi rebels warned shippers early Wednesday that \"any Israeli vessel\" traveling through nearby Mideast waters is now a target as Israel continues to block aid to the Gaza Strip.
Japanese media say police have arrested several men for alleged sexual assault of their daughters
Japanese media reported this week that police have arrested several men accused of sexual assault of their underaged daughters and sharing their abuse videos online.

Unrest in North Bengal medical college over watching cricket match
The North Bengal Medical College and Hospital (NBMC&H) witnessed chaos today after authorities issued a show cause notice to intern Sunny Manna for allegedly using the college's Lecture Theatre to watch the Champions Trophy final between India and New Zealand.

India's IT services industry to witness revenue growth of 4-6 per cent in FY26: ICRA
A report released by the rating agency ICRA on Wednesday said India's IT services industry is expected to witness moderate revenue growth of 4-6 per cent in the financial year 2025-26 (FY26).

PM Reassures Mauritius on Chagos Sovereignty
India, Mauritius agree to elevate relationship to Enhanced Strategic Partnership

Army, Air Force Hold Joint Exercise for Swift Response
The exercise aimed to strengthen coordination between ground and air forces

Madagascar a Steadfast Partner of India: LS Speaker
Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla today said India holds Madagascar in the highest regard as a cherished and reliable friend, as well as a steadfast partner in its journey of progress.
Revisiting controversy surrounding CAG's Rafale report
Excerpted from CAG Ensuring Accountability Amidst Controversies: An Inside View
Reflections on architecture—Its meaning and purpose
The book \"Listening to Stillness\", a compilation of transcribed lectures and conversations of Prof. Neelkanth Chhaya on architecture, put together with loving care by team Akarmaa, is a wellspring of critical and reflective thinking, brilliant insights and plural world views about the discourse and its practice.
Moody's Projects India's Growth to Exceed 6.5 Per Cent Next Fiscal, Up From 6.3 Per Cent This Year
India's economic growth will exceed 6.5 per cent in the next fiscal, up from 6.3 per cent this year, said Moody's Ratings on Wednesday.
Madhya Pradesh gears up for Simhastha Kumbh-2028; ₹2,000cr allocated in Budget
To spruce up the temple town of Ujjain, which will host the 'Simhastha Kumbh' in 2028, Madhya Pradesh Finance Minister Jagdish Devda has earmarked a handsome fund of Rs 2,000 crore while presenting the state Budget for the fiscal year 2025-26 in state Assembly on Wednesday.
Early summer
The early onset of summer across India this year is more than just a shift in seasons; it is a signal of a deeper, systemic problem that threatens livelihoods, economic stability, and the foundations of India's agrarian society.

City, districts to have heat wave from Sunday: Met
South Bengal to face heat wave from 16 March, with temperatures expected to hit 40°C in four districts
Jharkhand Eases Excise Constable Recruitment Rules, Reduces Race Distance
The Jharkhand government has amended the physical eligibility test criteria for excise constable recruitment, reducing the required race distance.

Karnataka Inc to partner the state in making Karnataka a globally competitive state
The Karnataka chapter of leading chambers, the CII, has thrown in its lot with the state government in driving the next phase of growth of Karnataka — that will see a focus on bridging technology, sustainability, and economic inclusion to build a globally competitive and future-ready state.

Stop twisting facts, Tamil Nadu govt letter doesn't even mention 3-language policy: Kanimozhi's rebuttal to Pradhan
Amid the continuing war of words between Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan and the ruling DMK in Tamil Nadu over the NEP and its attendant three-language policy, DMK parliamentary Party Leader Kanimozhi Karunanidhi, MP, has asked the former to 'stop twisting facts' with regard to the 2024 letter from the Tamil Nadu government on PM SHRI schools.

Portuguese Parliament Rejects Confidence Motion, Forcing Government to Resign
Portuguese Prime Minister Luis Montenegro lost a confidence vote, forcing his government to resign after less than a year in office.

BJP sweeps Haryana polls, wins nine of 10 municipal corporations
The Congress, which contested the state civic polls on its symbol for the first time, failed to open its account

TMC MLA hits back at Suvendu for communal comment
A fierce political face-off erupted after the Leader of Opposition, Suvendu Adhikari, issued a direct warning to Trinamul Congress' (TMC) Muslim MLAs.
Blame humans, not capitalism
SIR, Anjali Mehta, in her article published today, claims that capitalism is a curse, but I respectfully disagree.
Deepinder Goyal invests $20m in LAT Aerospace
Deepinder Goyal, Chief Executive Officer at Zomato has invested $20 million in LAT Aerospace, a new startup working on developing low-cost short takeoff and landing (STOL) aircraft with up to 24 seats.

Ukraine agrees to 30-day ceasefire during talks with the USA in Saudi
Negotiators also agreed to appoint teams to begin talks aimed at reaching a lasting peace
Rational view of China would benefit Canada
The governing Liberal Party elected former central banker Mark Carney its leader on Sunday.

Market falls on IT selloff; mid, small-caps underperform
Sensex and Nifty ended lower as IT losses outweighed banking and auto gains amid US recession fears and volatility
Rajasthan Assembly Passes 3 Bills Amid Opp. Walkout
Amid ruckus and walkout by the opposition Congress members, the Rajasthan assembly passed three crucial bills within an hour on Wednesday.

Forest department bans Holi celebrations in Sonajhuri
The forest department has banned playing of Holi within Sonajhuri Haat area in Santiniketan, this year.

CM Mamata Slams LoP Adhikari for Comments Against Minority MLAs
Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee launched a scathing attack on Leader of the Opposition Suvendu Adhikari in the Assembly today, condemning his remarks about Muslim MLAs.
Haryana CM hails civic poll results as people's stamp on good governance
Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini, welcoming the results of the local body elections in the Vidhan Sabha on Wednesday, said the outcome of today's elections has proven that the people of the state are with the development, transparency, and good governance.

India and China
China and India should build on their historical fraternity and shared challenges. Joint initiatives — gender equity programmes to combat son preference, health collaborations to address health issues overlooked by the West and I.T. partnerships to employ youth — could yield mutual benefits. The elephant and dragon, once partners in peace along the Silk Road under legends like Kanishka,
Yuva All Stars: Jaipur, Falcons, Yoddhas, Spartans win
Sonipat Spartans, Yuva Yoddhas, UP Falcons and Jaipur Pink Cubs registered victories on Day 6 to strengthen their position in the Yuva All Stars Championship 2025 here at the Vandana Kartaria Indoor Stadium.