Ex-Google exec Matt Brittin named BBC director-general: Report
Former Google executive and Olympian Matt Brittin has been named as the BBC's new director-general, The Times reported. Brittin led Google in Europe, Middle East and Africa for a decade until stepping down last year. He will be succeeding Tim Davie, who resigned last year after criticism over a misleading Panorama edit of a speech by US President Donald Trump.
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Former Google executive and Olympian Matt Brittin has been named as the BBC's new director-general, The Times reported. Brittin led Google in Europe, Middle East and Africa for a decade until stepping down last year. He will be succeeding Tim Davie, who resigned last year after criticism over a misleading Panorama edit of a speech by US President Donald Trump.
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Critical patient forced to walk to washroom dies at RG Kar, 2nd death in 3 days
A middle-aged patient, Biswajit Samanta, died at Kolkata's state-run RG Kar Hospital after allegedly being forced to walk to washroom in a critical condition. There was no washroom near the area where he was being treated, and a stretcher wasn't provided to take him to the second floor, his family alleged. Earlier, a man died in the hospital's malfunctioning lift.
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03:22 pm Monday, 23 March, 2026
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A middle-aged patient, Biswajit Samanta, died at Kolkata's state-run RG Kar Hospital after allegedly being forced to walk to washroom in a critical condition. There was no washroom near the area where he was being treated, and a stretcher wasn't provided to take him to the second floor, his family alleged. Earlier, a man died in the hospital's malfunctioning lift.
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India has 5.3 million metric tonnes of fuel reserves, imports energy from 41 countries: PM
PM Narendra Modi, while speaking in Parliament on the Middle East war, said, "India has more than 5.3 million metric tonnes of strategic petroleum reserves." "The country is also working on arrangements for more than 6.5 million metric tonnes of additional storage," he added. PM Modi further said India imports energy from 41 countries.
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03:21 pm Monday, 23 March, 2026
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PM Narendra Modi, while speaking in Parliament on the Middle East war, said, "India has more than 5.3 million metric tonnes of strategic petroleum reserves." "The country is also working on arrangements for more than 6.5 million metric tonnes of additional storage," he added. PM Modi further said India imports energy from 41 countries.
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PM Modi credits ethanol blending in petrol for India's reduction in oil imports
In the Lok Sabha, PM Narendra Modi credited ethanol blending in petrol for the reduction in India's oil imports. "We are saving the import of about 4.5 crore barrels of oil every year," he said. He also revealed that if a large-scale railway electrification had not happened, India would have been forced to import additional 180 crore litres of diesel.
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03:20 pm Monday, 23 March, 2026
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In the Lok Sabha, PM Narendra Modi credited ethanol blending in petrol for the reduction in India's oil imports. "We are saving the import of about 4.5 crore barrels of oil every year," he said. He also revealed that if a large-scale railway electrification had not happened, India would have been forced to import additional 180 crore litres of diesel.
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Complaint filed against 'Dhurandhar 2' for disrespecting Sikh community
A police complaint has been filed against 'Dhurandhar 2' makers over a scene allegedly disrespecting Sikh sentiments. "Portraying a character, played by R Madhavan, speaking to Ranveer Singh while smoking a cigarette and reciting...sacred Gurbani...is deeply hurtful," the complainant Gurjyot Singh Keer, a Shiv Sena (Shinde faction) leader, said. He also sought apology and removal of the content.
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03:19 pm Monday, 23 March, 2026
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A police complaint has been filed against 'Dhurandhar 2' makers over a scene allegedly disrespecting Sikh sentiments. "Portraying a character, played by R Madhavan, speaking to Ranveer Singh while smoking a cigarette and reciting...sacred Gurbani...is deeply hurtful," the complainant Gurjyot Singh Keer, a Shiv Sena (Shinde faction) leader, said. He also sought apology and removal of the content.
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Navjot Singh Sidhu announces division of family property
Cricketer-turned-politician Navjot Singh Sidhu announced the division of his property between his son Karan and daughter Rabia. He said Karan will inherit ancestral house in Yadavindra Colony in Patiala, while Rabia will receive the house in Amritsar built by Sidhu himself. Sidhu said whatever he has acquired and earned was through sheer hard work and “nothing from politics”.
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03:41 pm Monday, 23 March, 2026
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Cricketer-turned-politician Navjot Singh Sidhu announced the division of his property between his son Karan and daughter Rabia. He said Karan will inherit ancestral house in Yadavindra Colony in Patiala, while Rabia will receive the house in Amritsar built by Sidhu himself. Sidhu said whatever he has acquired and earned was through sheer hard work and “nothing from politics”.
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4 Jewish community ambulances set on fire in London
Four ambulances belonging to a Jewish community organisation in north London were set on fire overnight. Condemning the incident, British PM Keir Starmer called it a "deeply shocking antisemitic arson attack." Six fire engines and 40 firefighters were rushed to the scene as multiple cylinders on the vehicles exploded. An Iran-aligned militant body claimed responsibility for the attack.
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03:39 pm Monday, 23 March, 2026
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Four ambulances belonging to a Jewish community organisation in north London were set on fire overnight. Condemning the incident, British PM Keir Starmer called it a "deeply shocking antisemitic arson attack." Six fire engines and 40 firefighters were rushed to the scene as multiple cylinders on the vehicles exploded. An Iran-aligned militant body claimed responsibility for the attack.
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Sensex bleeds 1,800 points to close below 73,000
Benchmark index Sensex tanked over 1,800 points to close at 72,696.39 on Monday, while Nifty dipped more than 2% to end at 22,512.65. The dip comes amid the ongoing tensions in the Middle East, foreign outflows and the rupee nearing the 94 mark against the US dollar. Both indices have dipped by over 14% so far this year.
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03:38 pm Monday, 23 March, 2026
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Benchmark index Sensex tanked over 1,800 points to close at 72,696.39 on Monday, while Nifty dipped more than 2% to end at 22,512.65. The dip comes amid the ongoing tensions in the Middle East, foreign outflows and the rupee nearing the 94 mark against the US dollar. Both indices have dipped by over 14% so far this year.
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How is current Middle East crisis similar to 1980s' tanker war?
The term 'tanker war' was first used in 1980s when Iraq attacked Iran's oil tankers and Iran attacked ships that were associated with Iraq and its allies. In the ongoing Middle East war, Iran has launched multiple attacks on ships. This has resulted in a significant decline in shipping across Strait of Hormuz and risen price of oil over $100.
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03:38 pm Monday, 23 March, 2026
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The term 'tanker war' was first used in 1980s when Iraq attacked Iran's oil tankers and Iran attacked ships that were associated with Iraq and its allies. In the ongoing Middle East war, Iran has launched multiple attacks on ships. This has resulted in a significant decline in shipping across Strait of Hormuz and risen price of oil over $100.
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Over 3.75 lakh Indians returned since Gulf war began: PM Modi
PM Narendra Modi, while addressing the issue for the first time since the Middle East war began, said, "Since the beginning of the conflict, over 3,75,000 Indians have returned home safely." He added, "Around 1,000 Indians have been evacuated from Iran. Over 700 medical students are studying there, while thousands more are enrolled in Indian schools across the Gulf countries."
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03:58 pm Monday, 23 March, 2026
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PM Narendra Modi, while addressing the issue for the first time since the Middle East war began, said, "Since the beginning of the conflict, over 3,75,000 Indians have returned home safely." He added, "Around 1,000 Indians have been evacuated from Iran. Over 700 medical students are studying there, while thousands more are enrolled in Indian schools across the Gulf countries."
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03:58 pm Monday, 23 March, 2026
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How Iranian missiles got through Israel's air defence system?
Israel's air defence system, known as 'Iron Dome', failed to intercept two Iranian ballistic missiles that hit residential areas near Dimona and Arad, not far from one of Israel’s most sensitive nuclear facilities. While some Iranian missiles are capable of manoeuvring mid-flight, some can split into multiple projectiles before impact, making them harder to intercept.
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03:57 pm Monday, 23 March, 2026
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Israel's air defence system, known as 'Iron Dome', failed to intercept two Iranian ballistic missiles that hit residential areas near Dimona and Arad, not far from one of Israel’s most sensitive nuclear facilities. While some Iranian missiles are capable of manoeuvring mid-flight, some can split into multiple projectiles before impact, making them harder to intercept.
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Farmers won't bear Middle East crisis burden: PM Modi in Lok Sabha
PM Narendra Modi, while speaking in Lok Sabha on Monday, said farmers won't bear the burden of ongoing Middle East war. PM Modi's remarks come amid concerns over potential disruptions to fertiliser supplies, energy imports, and global trade routes due to conflict in Middle East. He assured that the country is well-prepared on the food front.
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03:57 pm Monday, 23 March, 2026
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PM Narendra Modi, while speaking in Lok Sabha on Monday, said farmers won't bear the burden of ongoing Middle East war. PM Modi's remarks come amid concerns over potential disruptions to fertiliser supplies, energy imports, and global trade routes due to conflict in Middle East. He assured that the country is well-prepared on the food front.
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Spoke to heads of most West Asian nations twice amid war: PM Modi
While addressing the parliament, PM Narendra Modi said he has held two rounds of phone conversations with the heads of state of most West Asian countries amid the US-Israel-Iran war, and all of them assured security of Indian citizens. “Unfortunately, during this period, some deaths have occurred, and the affected families are being provided with all necessary assistance,” he added.
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03:55 pm Monday, 23 March, 2026
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While addressing the parliament, PM Narendra Modi said he has held two rounds of phone conversations with the heads of state of most West Asian countries amid the US-Israel-Iran war, and all of them assured security of Indian citizens. “Unfortunately, during this period, some deaths have occurred, and the affected families are being provided with all necessary assistance,” he added.
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Iran now denies charging ₹18 crore from ships to let them pass Strait of Hormuz
The Iranian Embassy in India denied reports that Iran is charging $2 million (around ₹18 crore) from ships to let them pass the Strait of Hormuz. "It is emphasised that such claims are unfounded. The statements made...merely reflect the personal views of individuals," it said. An Iranian lawmaker, Alaeddin Boroujerdi, seemed to confirm the claims by saying, "War has costs."
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03:54 pm Monday, 23 March, 2026
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The Iranian Embassy in India denied reports that Iran is charging $2 million (around ₹18 crore) from ships to let them pass the Strait of Hormuz. "It is emphasised that such claims are unfounded. The statements made...merely reflect the personal views of individuals," it said. An Iranian lawmaker, Alaeddin Boroujerdi, seemed to confirm the claims by saying, "War has costs."
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Number of sixes in IPL rising every season since 2022
The number of sixes has increased every year in the IPL since 2022. In IPL 2025, as many as 1,294 sixes were hit, which is the most number of sixes hit in an IPL season. In 2024, 1,260 sixes were hit, while 1,124 and 1,062 maximums were hit in 2023 and 2022, respectively. IPL 2026 will begin on March 28.
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03:51 pm Monday, 23 March, 2026
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The number of sixes has increased every year in the IPL since 2022. In IPL 2025, as many as 1,294 sixes were hit, which is the most number of sixes hit in an IPL season. In 2024, 1,260 sixes were hit, while 1,124 and 1,062 maximums were hit in 2023 and 2022, respectively. IPL 2026 will begin on March 28.
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You're a public figure, be ready for brickbats: HC to Patanjali's Acharya Balkrishna
While hearing a personality rights case filed by Patanjali's Acharya Balkrishna, Delhi High Court remarked, "If you're...a public figure...be ready for brickbats too." The news organisations whose articles Balkrishna wanted to be taken down weren't even made parties to the case, the HC observed, calling it "omnibus". The court added it can't stop people from making fun unless it's disparaging.
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04:11 pm Monday, 23 March, 2026
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While hearing a personality rights case filed by Patanjali's Acharya Balkrishna, Delhi High Court remarked, "If you're...a public figure...be ready for brickbats too." The news organisations whose articles Balkrishna wanted to be taken down weren't even made parties to the case, the HC observed, calling it "omnibus". The court added it can't stop people from making fun unless it's disparaging.
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Sometimes you have to escalate to de-escalate: US on Iran war
Speaking about military strikes on Iranian infrastructure in the ongoing war, United States Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said, "Sometimes you have to escalate to de-escalate." Talking about President Donald Trump’s 48-hour ultimatum for Iran to "fully open" the Strait of Hormuz without any threat, Bessent stated that it is "the only language the Iranians understand".
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04:10 pm Monday, 23 March, 2026
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Speaking about military strikes on Iranian infrastructure in the ongoing war, United States Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said, "Sometimes you have to escalate to de-escalate." Talking about President Donald Trump’s 48-hour ultimatum for Iran to "fully open" the Strait of Hormuz without any threat, Bessent stated that it is "the only language the Iranians understand".
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Hundreds of protesters march to OpenAI & Anthropic offices in US, call to 'stop the AI race'
Hundreds of protesters under the banner "Stop the AI Race" gathered outside Anthropic’s headquarters in San Francisco on Saturday, urging AI companies to pause the development of frontier AI systems. The protests began at Anthropic before moving to the offices of OpenAI and Elon Musk’s xAI. Organisers warned that unchecked development could lead to scenarios where machines surpass human control.
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04:07 pm Monday, 23 March, 2026
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Hundreds of protesters under the banner "Stop the AI Race" gathered outside Anthropic’s headquarters in San Francisco on Saturday, urging AI companies to pause the development of frontier AI systems. The protests began at Anthropic before moving to the offices of OpenAI and Elon Musk’s xAI. Organisers warned that unchecked development could lead to scenarios where machines surpass human control.
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Will ruin your life with 1 call if you mistreat party workers: Shekhawat to officials
A video of Union Minister Gajendra Singh Shekhawat went viral, allegedly showing him warning officials in Rajasthan's Phalodi. He said, "If you misbehave with party workers, I'll misbehave with you...I will ruin your life and job...your job can be destroyed with just one phone call." Reportedly, his remarks came after party workers complained that officials were unresponsive to their concerns.
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04:03 pm Monday, 23 March, 2026
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A video of Union Minister Gajendra Singh Shekhawat went viral, allegedly showing him warning officials in Rajasthan's Phalodi. He said, "If you misbehave with party workers, I'll misbehave with you...I will ruin your life and job...your job can be destroyed with just one phone call." Reportedly, his remarks came after party workers complained that officials were unresponsive to their concerns.
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Mysterious blast outside house near int'l border in J&K's Samba
A mysterious blast occurred outside a home in a village in J&K's Samba district on Monday, uprooting the gate and a portion of boundary wall. The blast took place around 2 am near residence of ex-Sarpanch Jai Ram Sharma, which is located around 10 km from International Border in Ghagwal sector. Police have registered an FIR, and probe is underway.
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04:00 pm Monday, 23 March, 2026
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A mysterious blast occurred outside a home in a village in J&K's Samba district on Monday, uprooting the gate and a portion of boundary wall. The blast took place around 2 am near residence of ex-Sarpanch Jai Ram Sharma, which is located around 10 km from International Border in Ghagwal sector. Police have registered an FIR, and probe is underway.
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