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What can you do if your name is deleted from the final SIR electoral roll?

February 12, 2026 11:36 am

Final SIR Voter List 2026 Released: Starting Saturday, the final electoral rolls of the Special Intensive Revision in 12 states and Union Territories will be published over the next few weeks

Why Mumbai's new mayor will be the least empowered countrywide despite 150 years of reforms

February 11, 2026 10:37 am

Mumbai’s mayor has a ceremonial role in governance. Elected by and amongst the 227 Mumbai corporators, the mayor holds the title of the city’s ‘First citizen’, and presides over the house operations of the country’s richest municipal body

From definitions to action, how 2012 UGC equity guidelines vary from 2026 regulations

January 30, 2026 6:36 am

The bench comprising Chief Justice of India Surya Kant and Justice Joymalya Bagchi stayed the implementation of the 2026 rules, and directed that the 2012 regulations remain in force till further orders. We explain

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India have won two titles in three T20 World Cup final appearances ahead of T20 World Cup 2026 final vs New Zealand. (CREDIT: FILE & AP)

India’s T20 World Cup final record: Most appearances, two titles, and a shot at history vs New Zealand

March 7, 2026 23:57 IST

Here's what happened each time India qualified for the T20 World Cup final.

Why ‘Hori Kheloongi Kah Bismillah’ captures the spirit of India

March 7, 2026 23:52 IST

A bandish shaped my understanding of India more profoundly than any policy or proclamation ever could

People check the damage left by Israeli airstrikes late Friday, in the village of Nabi Chit, eastern Lebanon, Saturday, March 7, 2026, where Israeli forces landed overnight and dug a grave in a cemetery searching for Israeli co-pilot Ron Arad who was captured and then went missing after his fighter jet crashed over south Lebanon in 1986. (AP Photo/Ali Salem)

US-Israel-Iran War Live Updates: US bypasses congressional approval, sells 12,000 bombs to Israel

Updated: March 8, 2026 00:13 IST

US Israel Iran War Live News Updates: India's External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar confirmed that an Iranian naval vessel, the IRIS Lavan, has docked in Kochi on humanitarian grounds after a sister ship was sunk by a US submarine.

Air India Group plans more than 50 flights to Six Gulf cities on March 7 (Image: Air India/X)

Iran-Israel war: Air India, Air India Express to operate 50+ flights to six Middle East cities on March 8 – Full list

March 7, 2026 23:30 IST

Iran-Israel war update: Air India and Air India Express plan 50+ flights to six Middle East cities on March 8 as limited operations resume.

India's Lakshya Sen in action during All England semifinal against Canada's Victor Lai. (CREDIT: Badminton Photo)

86-shot rally and a 97-minute marathon: Lakshya Sen’s grit takes him to another All England final

March 7, 2026 23:27 IST

Lakshya Sen defeated Canada's Victor Lai to qualify for All England finals where he will meet Lin Chun-Yi of Taiwan.

Lakshya Sen vs Victor Lai Live Score, All England Open Badminton Semi Final: Lakshya wins gruelling battle 21-16, 18-21, 21-15 in 97 minutes

Updated: March 8, 2026 00:12 IST

Lakshya Sen vs Victor Lai Live Score, All England Open Badminton Semi Final 2026 Today Match Updates: India's Lakshya Sen won a really tight opening game 21-16 against world No. 16 Victor Lai. But the Canadian managed to fight back to force the match into a decider. But Lakshya prevailed in the end after a marathon contest.

Annabel Sutherland India vs Australia Pink Ball test

IND vs AUS | The woman averaging 89: Annabel Sutherland is putting India to the sword in Perth

Updated: March 8, 2026 00:09 IST

A 129 and six wickets in a single Test. The Australian all-rounder is rewriting the record books in women's Test cricket

Between 2011 and 2018, Dahariya was treated at the Tata Cancer Hospital, where he underwent four operations.

‘My experience made me strong’: Cancer survivor cracks UPSC after 14-year battle, secures AIR 946

Updated: March 7, 2026 23:07 IST

Born into a farmer's family in Beltukri village in Chhattisgarh's Mahasamund district, Dahariya was among the top 10 rank holders throughout his school days.

‘Mamata my sister, maybe she’s angry’: President Droupadi Murmu flags ‘protocol breach’, Santhal event venue shifted in Bengal

Updated: March 7, 2026 22:58 IST

The President was in the state for the 9th international Santhal Conference on Saturday. The incident sparked a controversy, with the opposition BJP calling it an insult to the head of the country

Parameshwara said Karnataka has emerged as a global technology hub, with the world looking at Bengaluru as a centre for innovation and digital transformation.

Karnataka has one of the most secure digital ecosystems: Home Minister G Parameshwara at cybercrime summit

March 7, 2026 22:50 IST

G Parameshwara said Karnataka has emerged as a global technology hub, with the world looking at Bengaluru as a centre for innovation and digital transformation.