‘In solidarity with Qatar’: PM Modi condemns attacks on energy infrastructure in West Asia

IANS | March 19, 2026 11:44 PM

New Delhi, March 19 (IANS) In a strong display of diplomatic support, Prime Minister Narendra Modi held a telephone conversation with the Amir of Qatar, Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, on Thursday to convey warm Eid greetings and firmly reiterate India’s condemnation of the recent attacks on energy infrastructure in the Gulf region.

Only Trump can bring peace: Japanese PM Takaichi

IANS | March 19, 2026 10:17 PM

Washington, March 19 (IANS) Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi told President Donald Trump on Thursday that she believed he alone could deliver peace in a world facing a severe security crisis, as the two leaders met at the White House against the backdrop of tensions in the Middle East and growing fears over the global economy.

War can't erase Iran's nuclear know-how: IAEA Chief

IANS | March 19, 2026 10:03 PM

Washington, March 19 (IANS) Military action has badly damaged Iran’s nuclear programme, but it cannot wipe out the knowledge, materials, and industrial capacity that could allow Tehran to rebuild, International Atomic Energy Agency Director-General Rafael Grossi said in an interview on Thursday.

PM Modi meets IGNCA trustees, discusses ways to boost cultural outreach

IANS | March 19, 2026 10:00 PM

New Delhi, March 19 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi met the trustees of the Indira Gandhi National Centre for the Arts (IGNCA) in the national capital on Thursday and discussed ways to further popularise India's culture and support artists and scholars in preserving and promoting the country's rich heritage.

Jan Aushadhi centre in Jharkhand’s Dumka 'ease people's burden' to avail medicines at affordable prices

IANS | March 19, 2026 9:18 PM

Dumka (Jharkhand), March 19 (IANS) People in Jharkhand's Dumka district are purchasing medicines at affordable rates from a pharmacy centre operating under the Pradhan Mantri Bhartiya Jan Aushadhi Pariyojana, bringing significant relief to poor and underprivileged patients.

Pakistan ICBM push raises US threat: Tulsi Gabbard

IANS | March 19, 2026 8:49 PM

Washington, March 19 (IANS) Pakistan’s long-range ballistic missile programme could develop into a threat to the U.S. homeland, Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard warned on Thursday.

2026 Bengal Assembly polls: PM Modi to address 14 rallies across state

IANS | March 19, 2026 8:48 PM

Kolkata, March 19 (IANS) As West Bengal heads for crucial two-phase Assembly elections next month, Prime Minister Narendra Modi is scheduled to participate in a total of 14 programmes in the state over the next month.

Delhi L-G Sandhu travels in Metro, poses for selfies with youth

IANS | March 19, 2026 8:23 PM

New Delhi, March 19 (IANS) Delhi Lt Governor T.S. Sandhu on Thursday happily surprised many citizens by joining them for a ride on Metro. From using a smart card to enter the station, posing for pictures on the station escalator and platform, Sandhu mingled with commuters with warmth and also discussed issues related to the city while travelling in the train.

In Chhattisgarh's Khairagarh, 'Namo Drone Didi' scripts revolutionary change

IANS | March 19, 2026 8:05 PM

Raipur, March 19 (IANS) The tech-enabled drones, considered an urbane phenomenon is silently scripting a revolutionary change in the country's wide agrarian stretches. And, leading this change are 'Namo drone didis', who have brought transformative change in farming methods, and also generating significant employment in the process.

'Publicity stunt': SP's S. T. Hasan slams 'Dhurandhar 2' for linking Atiq Ahmed to ISI

IANS | March 19, 2026 7:52 PM

Moradabad (Uttar Pradesh), March 19 (IANS) Samajwadi Party leader S.T. Hasan on Thursday criticised the film "Dhurandhar 2" for portraying late SP MP Atiq Ahmed as having direct links with Pakistan’s Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI), calling it a publicity stunt aimed at attracting viewers.

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‘In solidarity with Qatar’: PM Modi condemns attacks on energy infrastructure in West Asia

Only Trump can bring peace: Japanese PM Takaichi

War can't erase Iran's nuclear know-how: IAEA Chief

PM Modi meets IGNCA trustees, discusses ways to boost cultural outreach

Jan Aushadhi centre in Jharkhand’s Dumka 'ease people's burden' to avail medicines at affordable prices

Pakistan ICBM push raises US threat: Tulsi Gabbard

2026 Bengal Assembly polls: PM Modi to address 14 rallies across state

Delhi L-G Sandhu travels in Metro, poses for selfies with youth

In Chhattisgarh's Khairagarh, 'Namo Drone Didi' scripts revolutionary change

'Publicity stunt': SP's S. T. Hasan slams 'Dhurandhar 2' for linking Atiq Ahmed to ISI

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