Rising Iran war costs widen US Congress divide over $200 billion funding plan

Washington — The escalating cost of the Iran war is deepening political divisions in the US, with lawmakers from both sides questioning a proposed funding package that could exceed $200 billion.

The White House is preparing to seek fresh…

Rupee breaches 93/dollar for the first time, down 19 paise to 93.08 against US dollar in early trade

MUMBAI: (Mar 20) The rupee fell 19 paise to its record intra-day low of 93.08 against the US dollar in early trade on Friday as the greenback strengthened further and FII outflows continued unabated amid the ongoing West Asia conflict.

Elevated…

India turns to US for LPG supplies to offset Middle East disruptions

New Delhi — Amid concerns over supply disruptions due to the West Asia crisis, India has started sourcing liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) from the United States as part of efforts to diversify imports and ensure uninterrupted availability.

Supply officer caught taking Rs 50,000 bribe in Jharkhand’s Sahibganj

Ranchi — In a fresh crackdown on corruption, the Jharkhand Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) on Thursday arrested a Block Supply Officer in Barharwa area of Sahibganj district while he was allegedly accepting a bribe of Rs 50,000.

The operation…

Karnataka celebrates Ugadi with fervour; PM Modi extends warm wishes

Bengaluru — The festival of Ugadi was celebrated across Karnataka on Thursday with great enthusiasm, marking the beginning of a new year filled with hope and positivity. Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended his heartfelt greetings to citizens…

Days after Kabul hospital attack, Pakistan and Afghanistan announce Eid ceasefire

Kabul — Pakistan and Afghanistan have announced a temporary ceasefire on the occasion of Eid-ul-Fitr, following appeals from countries including Saudi Arabia, Turkey, and Qatar. The move comes amid heightened tensions after Kabul accused Islamabad…

Jharkhand RWD scam: ED files fifth charge sheet, 14 engineers named

Ranchi — The Directorate of Enforcement has filed its fifth supplementary charge sheet in the Jharkhand Rural Works Department (RWD) money laundering case before a special PMLA court in Ranchi, naming 14 engineers and officials as fresh accused.

ECI transfers 13 District Magistrates ahead of Bengal polls

Kolkata — The Election Commission of India has ordered the transfer of 13 IAS officers serving as District Magistrates (DMs) and District Electoral Officers (DEOs) in poll-bound West Bengal, as part of its preparations for the upcoming elections.

Palam Fire Tragedy: Death Toll Climbs to 9, Rekha Gupta Orders Probe

New Delhi — The death toll in the devastating fire incident in Delhi’s Palam area has risen to nine, with Chief Minister Rekha Gupta ordering a magisterial inquiry into the tragedy.

The blaze broke out early Wednesday morning in…

US Strikes Iranian Missile Sites Near Strait of Hormuz Amid Escalating Tensions

Washington— The United States Central Command (CENTCOM) has confirmed fresh strikes by US forces on Iranian missile positions along the Strait of Hormuz, as part of the ongoing military campaign dubbed Operation Epic Fury.

According to…