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A Bengaluru family's crippling debt and a daughter's critical illness led to a tragic suicide attempt. Two women died, while a man and a child are critically injured. A video message revealed the family's despair over lender pressure and financial ruin, possibly linked to a chit fund business and medical expenses. Investigations are underway.

A Gujarati potter, Mansukhbhai Prajapati, revolutionized rural India with his electricity-free clay refrigerator. Born from the aftermath of the 2001 earthquake, this innovative device uses evaporation to keep food and water cool for days. Priced affordably, it offers a vital solution for households facing power cuts and limited resources, proving that practical innovation can emerge from traditional skills.

The Bihar School Examination Board has released the Class 10 merit list along with the Matric Result 2026. Pushpanjali Kumari and Sabreen Praween jointly secured the top rank with 492 marks (98.4 percent). The top 10 list reflects strong performances from students across several districts. Female students dominated the top positions, continuing recent trends. The results highlight intense competition, with minimal differences in marks among top rankers.

'Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge' is making history with every passing day at the Indian box office. Directed by Aditya Dhar and starring Ranveer Singh, the espionage thriller has crossed Rs. 790 crore in India net after eleven days, becoming only the third Hindi film ever to breach the Rs. 800 crore domestic net mark. The film is now chasing the lifetime record of its predecessor, 'Dhurandhar,' which stands at Rs. 894.49 crore — a milestone that could fall within the current week. Globally, the film is tracking past Rs. 1,079 crore and closing in on Rs. 1,200 crore worldwide, which would place it among the top three highest-grossing Indian films of all time.

journalists should lead the fight against fake news, says Naidu

In the final list of 17 candidates announced, AIADMK named two former Ministers

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit Thrissur on Sunday, March 29, as part of the National Democratic Alliance’s (NDA) Assembly election campaign, with a 900-m roadshow planned along the Swaraj Round.

A devotee died and two others were injured when a portion of the ceiling collapsed at the Samayapuram Mariamman Temple in Trichy. The incident occurred in the Sannathi Street mandapam where devotees were resting. Police have cordoned off the area and are investigating the mishap at the prominent Shakti shrine.

A Bengaluru software engineer was defrauded of Rs 18.7 lakh by a woman he met on a dating app. Initially building trust with promises of a serious relationship and financial support, she lured him into online trading. Despite early profits, he was eventually unable to withdraw funds, leading to his realization of the scam.

Global economies reel as Middle East conflict escalates, disrupting oil supplies via the Strait of Hormuz. Nations like Vietnam and India are cutting fuel taxes, while Japan and Germany consider increased coal use. Venezuela faces power cuts, and Pakistan grapples with soaring jet fuel prices. Sri Lanka implements strict fuel rationing, highlighting widespread energy challenges.

Mr. Singh made the remarks while chairing the first meeting of the Informal Group of Ministers (IGoM) set up to monitor the situation in West Asia

The spike in food prices has emerged as a major concern for the public. A long-standing welfare architecture in Kerala has attempted to cushion the effects of inflation, especially for the vulnerable. However, a few experts have raised doubts about the effectiveness of the State government’s market intervention measures

Anonymous student feedback form to assess medical college infrastructure, teaching quality and clinical training

Responding to questions posed by Kodikunnil Suresh and Adoor Prakash in the Lok Sabha, Union Minister of Health said “the proposal for establishment of AIIMS in Kerala has not been approved” and provided no concrete timeline for future approval

People should necessarily adopt self-protective measures to beat the heat, it said

Four people were injured after jumping from a house in Bhajanpura to escape a fire that started in parked two-wheelers. The blaze, which began early Sunday morning, required 11 fire tenders to control. In separate incidents, fires were also reported at a factory in Bawana and the Hard Rock Cafe in Connaught Place, with no casualties in the latter.

Defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru launched their IPL 2026 title defence with a commanding six-wicket victory over Sunrisers Hyderabad. Virat Kohli's unbeaten 69 was the cornerstone of the chase, with skipper Rajat Patidar hailing him as the team's backbone. Debutant Jacob Duffy's early wickets also proved crucial in securing the win.

The US military is developing plans for potential ground operations in Iran, ranging from targeted raids to limited troop deployments, as a contingency measure. While the White House maintains no decision has been made, the Pentagon is preparing options to neutralize specific threats, reflecting a widening gap between readiness and cautious public messaging.

BJP MLA Nabin Kumar Jain faces charges for firing blanks from his licensed pistol during a Ram Navami procession in Titlagarh. Police registered a case under the BNS and Arms Act after a video surfaced showing the legislator firing three rounds. His personal security officer was suspended for allegedly assisting him.