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Downpour, gusty winds damage 45 power poles in Yadgir district

Hindu - Wed, 03/18/2026 - 14:43
There was heavy rainfall in several rural pockets of the district on Wednesday afternoon too, causing additional worry to farmers
Categories: National News

Andhra Pradesh High Court reserves judgment on former MLA’s plea to transfer Amaravati IRR case to CBI

Hindu - Wed, 03/18/2026 - 14:43
Chandrababu Naidu is one of the prime accused in the case; Judge reserves verdict in two other petitions, including one seeking cancellation of interim bail given to Naidu
Categories: National News

Eid truce: Pakistan pauses Afghanistan operations after deadly Kabul strike

Times of India - Wed, 03/18/2026 - 14:37
Pakistan has temporarily halted military operations against Afghanistan for Eid, following requests from Turkey, Saudi Arabia, and Qatar. This pause comes amid escalating border tensions after a deadly Kabul attack, which Pakistan claims targeted a site used for drone storage and training suicide bombers.
Categories: National News

Vacancies, rising backlog, non-transparency weaken consumer dispute redressal system in India: report

Hindu - Wed, 03/18/2026 - 14:33
Case pendency has risen steeply between 2020 and 2024 by 21%, with the number of cases increasing to more than 5.15 lakh from around 88,000. This far exceeds the timelines prescribed under the Consumer Protection Act, 2019, which mandates disposal within three to five months.
Categories: National News

Eva Nammava, Eva Nammava Bill tabled; seeks to prevent ‘honour’ killings, caste-based crimes

Hindu - Wed, 03/18/2026 - 14:33
The proposed law ensures a minimum of five years of imprisonment in cases where a person or couple is killed in the name of ‘honour’.
Categories: National News

Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu describes the Polavaram-displaced as partners in development

Hindu - Wed, 03/18/2026 - 14:33
The Chief Minister disburses ₹226.61 crore as part of the third phase of compensation under the Rehabilitation and Resettlement package, asserts that the government is committed to ensuring a new beginning for those who have borne the cost of progress
Categories: National News

Students welcomed with flowers, chocolates as SSLC exam begins

Hindu - Wed, 03/18/2026 - 14:33
Smooth start to exam in the districts of Dharwad, Haveri, Gadag and Uttara Kannada with no case of malpractice reported on the first day
Categories: National News

Rain lashes several parts of Delhi-NCR; thunderstorms, gusty winds likely this week, says IMD

Times of India - Wed, 03/18/2026 - 14:32
Delhi-NCR experienced rainfall and gusty winds on Wednesday, causing a dip in temperatures and power outages. The India Meteorological Department forecasts continued light rain, thunderstorms, and strong winds until March 20, with temperatures expected to remain below normal. Residents are urged to take precautions during the adverse weather.
Categories: National News

TVK chief Vijay rules out alliances, says ‘no compromise on secular social justice principles’

Hindu - Wed, 03/18/2026 - 14:27
“Rumours were being spread that we were part of this team and that team. There is no such team. We belong only to the people’s team,” Mr. Vijay said.
Categories: National News

Pakistan, China pose biggest nuclear threat to US, says Tulsi Gabbard

Times of India - Wed, 03/18/2026 - 14:24
US intelligence chief Tulsi Gabbard identified Pakistan as a major nuclear threat, alongside Iran, China, Russia, and North Korea. These nations are developing advanced missile systems capable of reaching the US homeland. Gabbard also noted North Korea's growing ties with Russia and China, while stating Iran's nuclear program was effectively halted last June.
Categories: National News

AFCON chaos: Senegal allege 'corruption' and reveal their next move

Times of India - Wed, 03/18/2026 - 14:23
Senegal’s AFCON win has been overturned by Confederation of African Football, awarding the title to Morocco and sparking outrage. CAF cited rules after Senegal players briefly left the pitch during the final. Senegal has rejected the decision, alleged corruption, and will appeal to the Court of Arbitration for Sport, leaving the final outcome uncertain.
Categories: National News

'Legal profession tainted by hooliganism': Supreme Court slams lawyers in U.P. toll plaza case

Hindu - Wed, 03/18/2026 - 14:23
The apex court said denial of bail to the accused and the curtailment of their liberty for a period exceeding two months is absolutely unjustified and violative of the Fundamental Right of Liberty
Categories: National News

‘Smart Street Vending Market’ to come up soon in Ongole

Hindu - Wed, 03/18/2026 - 14:23
The project, envisaging 100 shops in 25 containers, is likely to help local women SHGs and street vendors improve their livelihoods
Categories: National News

15,821 SSLC students write first language paper in Yadgir

Hindu - Wed, 03/18/2026 - 14:23
Smooth start to SSLC examination at 61 centres across the district with 97.03% of students appearing for it on the first day
Categories: National News

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