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Police in Bahraich have arrested a husband in connection with his wife's death during a house fire. The 41-year-old woman allegedly started the blaze to implicate relatives in a property dispute. Her brother and nephew were also apprehended. The husband confessed to setting the house ablaze with his wife to frame her stepbrother and nephews.

Bollywood star Nargis Fakhri is making her Tollywood debut with a special song in the upcoming film ‘Nenu Ready’. The makers unveiled a glamorous poster of the actress, hinting at an energetic performance. Directed by Nakkina Trinadha Rao, the movie stars Havish and Kavya Thapar and is slated for a June release.

Bread prices have surged by Rs 5 per pack, following a recent milk price hike. Rising costs of imported packaging materials and transportation, exacerbated by a weakening rupee, are pushing bakeries to increase rates. Consumers are expressing concern over the significant price jumps, impacting affordability of essential food items.

Posters critical of Rahul and Priyanka Gandhi appeared in Wayanad amid a delay in naming Kerala's next Chief Minister. The UDF's sweeping victory has been overshadowed by internal deliberations and worker discontent. The Gandhi siblings were warned against seeking re-election from Wayanad, highlighting growing unease over the prolonged leadership uncertainty.

The Congress-led UDF in Kerala is struggling to name its chief ministerial candidate over a week after winning the elections. Senior leaders are in Delhi for discussions, with Rahul Gandhi and Mallikarjun Kharge expected to make the final decision. Ramesh Chennithala, V D Satheesan, and K C Venugopal are the frontrunners amidst internal tussle and external criticism.

Celebrate Mother's Day with heartwarming Telugu films. Discover tales of maternal love and sacrifice, from a young man's quest to please his mother in 'Yamaleela' to a son's desperate journey in 'Chatrapathi'. Explore fantasy and sci-fi elements in 'Naani' and a businessman's selfless act in 'Bichagadu', all perfect for family viewing.

Congress candidate Ramesh Pisharody secured victory in the 2026 Palakkad assembly elections, defeating BJP's Sobha Surendran by 13,147 votes. This win highlights the constituency's dynamic political landscape, where the INC has maintained a strong presence amidst fluctuating electoral fortunes and the rising influence of the BJP.

After intense deliberations, VD Satheesan has been chosen as Kerala's new Chief Minister, overcoming strong contenders KC Venugopal and Ramesh Chennithala. Key factors included alliance support, grassroots sentiment, and Satheesan's vocal opposition to the incumbent government, making him the preferred choice for a stable UDF administration.

Jammu and Kashmir administration has declared Jamia Siraj-ul-Uloom in Shopian an unlawful entity under the UAPA, citing legal, administrative, and financial irregularities, and alleged links to proscribed Jamaat-e-Islami. The institution was sealed following the order, sparking criticism from former CM Mehbooba Mufti who called it an injustice to underprivileged students.

An accused in the Nashik TCS harassment case claims he was assaulted in police custody, alleging mistreatment at Nashik Road Central Jail. This development comes as the investigation into multiple harassment and coercion cases at the IT firm expands, with nine FIRs filed. Several women have reported sexual harassment, stalking, and pressure to convert religions.

NASHIK TCS News: A major investigation into a Nashik TCS unit reveals disturbing allegations of sexual exploitation, workplace harassment, and religious coercion spanning nearly four years. Employees reported inappropriate behavior, suggestive remarks, and unwanted advances. Some also faced religious targeting, including derogatory comments and pressure to convert. TCS has suspended accused employees and launched an internal probe.

Congress MP shafi Parambil alleged that the BJP's reported money distribution in Palakkad indicates their anticipated defeat and inability to win through fair means. He asserted that Palakkad voters cannot be bought, choosing representatives based on conviction and emotional connection, not cash. Parambil demanded immediate EC action, including potential disqualification of the BJP candidate.

In a significant crackdown on a clandestine sex trafficking ring, Garhwa officials detained 28 suspects, notably including five schoolgirls. The operation led to the closure of three hotels linked to the activities. While the majority of the detainees were adults who now face criminal charges, the schoolgirls were safely released after questioning.

Garhwa has witnessed a significant law enforcement breakthrough as police dismantled a sex racket, rounding up 28 individuals, including five schoolgirls, and shutting down three implicated hotels. Though the girls were let go after thorough questioning, six adults now find themselves behind bars, and six additional suspects are under investigation.

Palakkad's election heats up as BJP and UDF clash. BJP seeks a key victory with Sobha Surendran leading the charge. UDF defends its seat with shafi Parambil managing the campaign. LDF trails, its candidate facing challenges in consolidating votes. Development concerns and access to central government resources are key voter issues.

As Kerala heads to the polls, the election narrative shifts from rallies to booth-level battles. The ruling LDF aims for a historic third term, while the UDF seeks to leverage local body momentum against anti-incumbency. The NDA is focused on converting key pockets into durable political footholds, making these 20 constituencies the state's pressure points.

IIT JAM 2026 result: IIT Bombay has released IIT JAM 2026 scorecards and the toppers’ list on its official portal, enabling candidates to access results through JOAPS. The JoSAA counselling process is set to begin on March 27, with applications open until April 15. Candidates must download and retain their scorecards for admissions, as validity is limited to the 2026–2027 session. Top rankers include Ayushi Agrawal in Chemistry and Sarvesh Gupta in Physics.

Police investigating the Elanthoor human sacrifice case on Thursday said that the prime accused Muhammed shafi was continuing his non-cooperation during the interrogation.

shafi KK alias Shafi, a convict in TP Chandrasekharan murder case, who was summoned by customs for questioning in connection with Karipur gold smuggling case failed to appear before the investigation team on Wednesday. Sources said that shafi sought a postponement through his lawyer citing health-related inconvenience. Customs is learnt to have issued him a fresh summons asking him to appear on July 12 for questionin