Iran to face largest strike package, says US Defence Secretary

March 19, 2026 7:35 PM

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Iran to face largest strike package, says US Defence Secretary

US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth has said Iran will face the largest strike package today again, asserting that the ongoing war will end on America’s terms. Addressing a media briefing in Washington today, Hegseth rejected criticism that the conflict risks becoming a prolonged war. He stressed that...

India achieves record auction of 200 mineral blocks in FY 2025-26

March 19, 2026 7:26 PM

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India achieves record auction of 200 mineral blocks in FY 2025-26

India’s mineral sector has achieved a significant milestone in the financial year 2025-26 with the successful auction of 200 mineral blocks, the highest ever in a single year.   The Ministry of Coal said that this achievement reflects the strong cooperative efforts between the Central and State Gove...

Arjun and Hariharan enter quarterfinals in Orleans Masters Badminton

March 19, 2026 7:17 PM

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Arjun and Hariharan enter quarterfinals in Orleans Masters Badminton

In the Orleans Masters Badminton, the Indian Men's Doubles duo of Arjun Madathil Ramachandran and Hariharan Amsakarunan have entered the quarterfinals at Palais des Sports in France. Arjun and Hariharan defeated the Scottish duo of Alexander Dunn and Adam Pringle 26-24, 21-14 in the Round of 16 matc...

Lionel Messi becomes second footballer to score 900 goals in official matches

March 19, 2026 6:59 PM

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Lionel Messi becomes second footballer to score 900 goals in official matches

Lionel Messi has created history by becoming only the second men's footballer to score 900 goals in official matches. He reached the landmark yesterday during Inter Miami CF's 1-1 draw against Nashville SC in the second leg of the CONCACAF Champions Cup in Florida.   Messi's milestone strike ca...

NITI Aayog releases report to boost Sports Equipment exports

March 19, 2026 6:15 PM

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NITI Aayog releases report to boost Sports Equipment exports

NITI Aayog today released the report on Realising the Export Potential of India's Sports Equipment Manufacturing Sector in New Delhi, which is aimed at positioning India as a global sports manufacturing hub.    The report focuses on leveraging MSMEs, enhancing Research and Development and addressing...

PM Modi speaks with French President Emmanuel Macron on West Asia Situation 

March 19, 2026 6:00 PM

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PM Modi speaks with French President Emmanuel Macron on West Asia Situation 

Prime Minister Narendra Modi today spoke to the President of France, Emmanuel Macron.   In a social media post, the Prime Minister said that during the conversation, he discussed the situation in West Asia, emphasizing the urgent need for de-escalation. He added that both leaders look forward to con...