Nothing new: Zelenskyy on Iran's threat over help to Middle-East
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy responded to Iranian regime's threats to Ukraine over its support for Gulf nations amid the war. "This is nothing new...I've heard many different messages over the last four years," he said. He added that US and Middle Eastern countries had sought Ukraine’s help due to its air defence expertise, and that Kyiv is ready to assist.
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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy responded to Iranian regime's threats to Ukraine over its support for Gulf nations amid the war. "This is nothing new...I've heard many different messages over the last four years," he said. He added that US and Middle Eastern countries had sought Ukraine’s help due to its air defence expertise, and that Kyiv is ready to assist.
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Use induction cooktop whenever possible: Govt on LPG alternatives
Amid LPG supply concerns, the government on Tuesday advised people to use LPG cylinder alternatives like induction cooktop or PNG whenever possible. "Use LPG cylinders judiciously and conserve wherever possible," Sujata Sharma, Joint Secretary of Ministry of Petroleum & Natural Gas, said during a press briefing. She stated that no dry out has been reported at any LPG distribution centre.
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05:34 pm Tuesday, 17 March, 2026
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Amid LPG supply concerns, the government on Tuesday advised people to use LPG cylinder alternatives like induction cooktop or PNG whenever possible. "Use LPG cylinders judiciously and conserve wherever possible," Sujata Sharma, Joint Secretary of Ministry of Petroleum & Natural Gas, said during a press briefing. She stated that no dry out has been reported at any LPG distribution centre.
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Our objective is to bring ships back safely from Strait of Hormuz: MEA
MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal on Tuesday said India is in talks with Iran and other countries to ensure the safe return of ships from the Strait of Hormuz. He added, "This is our objective...as many ships are still there." Meanwhile, two LPG tankers, Shivalik and Nanda Devi, have arrived at Gujarat's Vadinar Port after crossing the Strait of Hormuz.
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05:51 pm Tuesday, 17 March, 2026
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MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal on Tuesday said India is in talks with Iran and other countries to ensure the safe return of ships from the Strait of Hormuz. He added, "This is our objective...as many ships are still there." Meanwhile, two LPG tankers, Shivalik and Nanda Devi, have arrived at Gujarat's Vadinar Port after crossing the Strait of Hormuz.
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Rejected 'Fevicol Se' over 'too much objectification': Shreya
Singer Shreya Ghoshal revealed that she had rejected 'Dabangg 2' song 'Fevicol Se' over "too much objectification". "It was not subtle, it was like 'chicken bana ke khale aur yeh karke lipat le.' I cannot say these words. It just makes me feel red in the face. I cannot do it," she added. The song was sung by Mamta Sharma.
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05:47 pm Tuesday, 17 March, 2026
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Singer Shreya Ghoshal revealed that she had rejected 'Dabangg 2' song 'Fevicol Se' over "too much objectification". "It was not subtle, it was like 'chicken bana ke khale aur yeh karke lipat le.' I cannot say these words. It just makes me feel red in the face. I cannot do it," she added. The song was sung by Mamta Sharma.
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I was only asked to translate original Kannada song: Lyricist on row over Nora's 'Sarke Chunar…'
Lyricist Raqueeb Alam clarified that the 'KD: The Devil' song 'Sarke Chunar Teri Sarke', featuring Nora Fatehi, is not his creation. After a row over its vulgar lyrics led to its removal from YouTube, Alam said, "They told me to only literally translate the Kannada version and give it to them. They said they'll set it to the song's meter."
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05:46 pm Tuesday, 17 March, 2026
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Lyricist Raqueeb Alam clarified that the 'KD: The Devil' song 'Sarke Chunar Teri Sarke', featuring Nora Fatehi, is not his creation. After a row over its vulgar lyrics led to its removal from YouTube, Alam said, "They told me to only literally translate the Kannada version and give it to them. They said they'll set it to the song's meter."
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Pak dressing up massacre as military operation: India as attack on Afghan hospital kills 400
While slamming Pakistan for bombing an addiction treatment hospital in Afghanistan's Kabul and killing 400 people, India said, "Pakistan is now trying to dress up a massacre as a military operation." India's remarks come as Pakistan claimed it targeted military installations and terrorist infrastructure in Kabul. India further called Pakistan's attack a "heinous act of aggression".
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06:10 pm Tuesday, 17 March, 2026
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While slamming Pakistan for bombing an addiction treatment hospital in Afghanistan's Kabul and killing 400 people, India said, "Pakistan is now trying to dress up a massacre as a military operation." India's remarks come as Pakistan claimed it targeted military installations and terrorist infrastructure in Kabul. India further called Pakistan's attack a "heinous act of aggression".
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Robot suddenly starts dancing, breaks plates as eatery staff wrestle to stop it; sparks debate
A robot deployed at the famous Chinese eatery Haidilao Hot Pot in US' California malfunctioned as it suddenly started dancing while on the restaurant floor. A video showed three restaurant employees failing to stop the robot and wrestling it as it broke the eatery's cutlery, including plates, and endangered customers. The video sparked a debate about the usefulness of robots.
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06:08 pm Tuesday, 17 March, 2026
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A robot deployed at the famous Chinese eatery Haidilao Hot Pot in US' California malfunctioned as it suddenly started dancing while on the restaurant floor. A video showed three restaurant employees failing to stop the robot and wrestling it as it broke the eatery's cutlery, including plates, and endangered customers. The video sparked a debate about the usefulness of robots.
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Learn hi learn start ho gaya: Shahzad on Rizwan's performance vs B'desh
Former Pakistan cricketer Ahmad Shahzad slammed Pakistan's Muhammad Rizwan after he scored 58 runs in the three-match ODI series against Bangladesh. "The technique isn't there...You've [got] your game based on one side. Learn hi learn start ho gaya (You've just been learning)," he said. Shahzad added, "You just keep on talking...The people who are selecting you are just not learning."
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06:05 pm Tuesday, 17 March, 2026
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Former Pakistan cricketer Ahmad Shahzad slammed Pakistan's Muhammad Rizwan after he scored 58 runs in the three-match ODI series against Bangladesh. "The technique isn't there...You've [got] your game based on one side. Learn hi learn start ho gaya (You've just been learning)," he said. Shahzad added, "You just keep on talking...The people who are selecting you are just not learning."
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Principles of Dravidian ideology & Islam are same: TN Deputy CM
Speaking at DMK Minority Welfare Wing's Iftar function in Chennai, Tamil Nadu Deputy CM Udhayanidhi Stalin said that principles of Dravidian ideology and Islam are fundamentally the same. "As long as brotherhood and unity exist, no matter how many attempts or conspiracies take place, no one will be able to break the relationship between...DMK and...Muslim community," Stalin added.
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06:27 pm Tuesday, 17 March, 2026
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Speaking at DMK Minority Welfare Wing's Iftar function in Chennai, Tamil Nadu Deputy CM Udhayanidhi Stalin said that principles of Dravidian ideology and Islam are fundamentally the same. "As long as brotherhood and unity exist, no matter how many attempts or conspiracies take place, no one will be able to break the relationship between...DMK and...Muslim community," Stalin added.
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What is Iran's Basij unit, whose chief Israel claims to have eliminated?
Israel on Tuesday claimed to have killed Gholamreza Soleimani, the commander of Iran’s Basij paramilitary force. A volunteer paramilitary force under the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps, the Basij is considered deeply ideological and often draws young, working-class members. It has played a major role in suppressing uprisings, including the 2009 Green Revolution.
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06:26 pm Tuesday, 17 March, 2026
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Israel on Tuesday claimed to have killed Gholamreza Soleimani, the commander of Iran’s Basij paramilitary force. A volunteer paramilitary force under the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps, the Basij is considered deeply ideological and often draws young, working-class members. It has played a major role in suppressing uprisings, including the 2009 Green Revolution.
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3 lakh metric tonnes of LPG currently stranded at Strait of Hormuz: Govt
According to an officer of the Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways, as much as 3 lakh metric tonnes of LPG is presently stranded at the Strait of Hormuz. He added that 22 Indian-flagged tankers are currently stranded at the Strait of Hormuz of which six are LPG carriers and one is LNG tanker and four are carrying crude oil.
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06:25 pm Tuesday, 17 March, 2026
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According to an officer of the Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways, as much as 3 lakh metric tonnes of LPG is presently stranded at the Strait of Hormuz. He added that 22 Indian-flagged tankers are currently stranded at the Strait of Hormuz of which six are LPG carriers and one is LNG tanker and four are carrying crude oil.
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What are the 'diversity inclusion' requirements for Best Picture Oscar eligibility?
For a film to become eligible for Best Picture Oscar, at least one of the lead actors or supporting actors submitted for Oscar consideration should be from underrepresented racial or ethnic group. Alternatively, at least 30% of the general ensemble cast should be from at least 2 groups- women, racial or ethnic group, LGBTQ+ or people with disabilities.
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06:39 pm Tuesday, 17 March, 2026
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For a film to become eligible for Best Picture Oscar, at least one of the lead actors or supporting actors submitted for Oscar consideration should be from underrepresented racial or ethnic group. Alternatively, at least 30% of the general ensemble cast should be from at least 2 groups- women, racial or ethnic group, LGBTQ+ or people with disabilities.
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2 leaders who were involved in Messi event row also included in TMC's candidates list
TMC's list of candidates includes Aroop Biswas and Sujit Bose who were involved in controversy over footballer Lionel Messi's event in Kolkata in December 2025. Biswas had resigned as sports minister after the chaos at the event. Biswas will fight from Tollygunge while Bose will contest from Bidhannagar. TMC has released list of 291 candidates for the Assembly polls.
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06:36 pm Tuesday, 17 March, 2026
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TMC's list of candidates includes Aroop Biswas and Sujit Bose who were involved in controversy over footballer Lionel Messi's event in Kolkata in December 2025. Biswas had resigned as sports minister after the chaos at the event. Biswas will fight from Tollygunge while Bose will contest from Bidhannagar. TMC has released list of 291 candidates for the Assembly polls.
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Congress expels Sofia Firdous, 2 other Odisha MLAs for cross-voting for BJP in RS polls
The Congress on Tuesday expelled its three MLAs in Odisha, namely, Sofia Firdous, Ramesh Jena, and Dasarathi Gamango, for defying the party whip and voting for Dilip Ray, a candidate supported by the BJP in the Rajya Sabha election. Odisha Congress unit called the three leaders "traitors". "Those who betray Congress are betraying the nation," said Odisha Pradesh Congress Committee.
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06:34 pm Tuesday, 17 March, 2026
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The Congress on Tuesday expelled its three MLAs in Odisha, namely, Sofia Firdous, Ramesh Jena, and Dasarathi Gamango, for defying the party whip and voting for Dilip Ray, a candidate supported by the BJP in the Rajya Sabha election. Odisha Congress unit called the three leaders "traitors". "Those who betray Congress are betraying the nation," said Odisha Pradesh Congress Committee.
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BJP uses agencies to loot votes: Mamata on EC removing bureaucrats
Reacting to Election Commission removing Chief Secretary, Home Secretary and DGP ahead of Assembly polls, West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee said the officers who have been removed are both Bengalis and non-Bengalis. "This shows that the BJP cannot fight. They use agencies and loot the votes," she stated. The state will go to polls on April 23 and 29.
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06:58 pm Tuesday, 17 March, 2026
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Reacting to Election Commission removing Chief Secretary, Home Secretary and DGP ahead of Assembly polls, West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee said the officers who have been removed are both Bengalis and non-Bengalis. "This shows that the BJP cannot fight. They use agencies and loot the votes," she stated. The state will go to polls on April 23 and 29.
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Punjabi singer Gippy Grewal receives death threat from gangster Goldy Brar
Punjabi singer Gippy Grewal has received death threats from gangster Goldy Brar, SAD chief Sukhbir Singh Badal said on X. "Grewal received the threat...right after Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann withdrew his security cover," Sukhbir claimed. He said Mann will be responsible if any mishap occurs, adding, "We already lost...Sidhu Moosewala, due to Bhagwant’s disastrous decision to withdraw his security."
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07:14 pm Tuesday, 17 March, 2026
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Punjabi singer Gippy Grewal has received death threats from gangster Goldy Brar, SAD chief Sukhbir Singh Badal said on X. "Grewal received the threat...right after Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann withdrew his security cover," Sukhbir claimed. He said Mann will be responsible if any mishap occurs, adding, "We already lost...Sidhu Moosewala, due to Bhagwant’s disastrous decision to withdraw his security."
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Remove Nora's 'Sarke Chunar...' song from all platforms, take strict action: Govt to CBFC
Government has taken note of allegations that Nora Fatehi's song 'Sarke Chunar Teri Sarke' contains vulgar lyrics. Ministry of Information and Broadcasting has directed Central Board of Film Certification to take strict action and ensure the song's removal from all media platforms if the allegations are found to be valid, sources told India Today. Several people have criticised the song.
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07:14 pm Tuesday, 17 March, 2026
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Government has taken note of allegations that Nora Fatehi's song 'Sarke Chunar Teri Sarke' contains vulgar lyrics. Ministry of Information and Broadcasting has directed Central Board of Film Certification to take strict action and ensure the song's removal from all media platforms if the allegations are found to be valid, sources told India Today. Several people have criticised the song.
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Was bundled & thrown into jail, had no contact with family for 10 days: Wangchuk
Climate activist Sonam Wangchuk said he was “bundled and thrown into jail” without any access to his family or legal counsel for nearly 10 days. He further urged for constructive talks between government and people to resolve Ladakh’s issues. Wangchuk was released from Jodhpur jail on March 14, after 170-day detention under NSA after protests demanding statehood for Ladakh.
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07:11 pm Tuesday, 17 March, 2026
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Climate activist Sonam Wangchuk said he was “bundled and thrown into jail” without any access to his family or legal counsel for nearly 10 days. He further urged for constructive talks between government and people to resolve Ladakh’s issues. Wangchuk was released from Jodhpur jail on March 14, after 170-day detention under NSA after protests demanding statehood for Ladakh.
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Film body demands apology from AIADMK MP over 'want Nayanthara' remark
South Indian Film Artistes Association has written a letter to AIADMK MP CV Shanmugam over his "want Nayanthara" remark and called it "derogatory" and "shameful". "We, the members of the film fraternity, collectively and with one voice, demand an apology from you," the letter read. Shanmugam made the remark after CM Stalin asked people to "share dreams".
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07:23 pm Tuesday, 17 March, 2026
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South Indian Film Artistes Association has written a letter to AIADMK MP CV Shanmugam over his "want Nayanthara" remark and called it "derogatory" and "shameful". "We, the members of the film fraternity, collectively and with one voice, demand an apology from you," the letter read. Shanmugam made the remark after CM Stalin asked people to "share dreams".
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Ukraine lodges protest after arrest of 6 of its nationals over anti-India terror activities
After six Ukrainians and an American were arrested on charges of conspiring to carry out terrorist activities against India, Ukraine has lodged a protest with India, demanding their immediate release and consular access. The accused were supplying weapons and other terrorist hardware and training Indian insurgent groups, NIA said, adding that drones from Europe were imported to Myanmar.
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07:23 pm Tuesday, 17 March, 2026
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After six Ukrainians and an American were arrested on charges of conspiring to carry out terrorist activities against India, Ukraine has lodged a protest with India, demanding their immediate release and consular access. The accused were supplying weapons and other terrorist hardware and training Indian insurgent groups, NIA said, adding that drones from Europe were imported to Myanmar.
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