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Foot-and-mouth disease cases in South Korea rise to 8
Seoul, March 18 (IANS) South Korea has reported an additional foot-and-mouth disease (FMD) case at local cattle farms, raising the number of cases this year to eight, the agriculture ministry said.
Scotland unveil squad for ICC Women's Cricket World Cup qualifier
Edinburgh, March 18 (IANS) Scotland have revealed the 15-player squad that will attempt to be one of two teams to earn a place at this year's women's 50-over World Cup in India.
KJo pens heartwarming note for mother Hiroo on 82nd b’day: My big love story
Mumbai, March 18 (IANS) On her mother Hiroo Johar’s 82nd birthday on Tuesday, her filmmaker son Karan penned a heartwarming note with a sprinkle of humour and tagged her as his “world and galaxy”.
Excellent initiative for lower, middle-income groups: MP pharmacists on Jan Aushadhi Kendras
New Delhi, March 18 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi's commitment to improving the lives of ordinary citizens continues to bear fruit, with his vision of providing quality healthcare at affordable prices through the launch of 'Jan Aushadhi Kendra' across the nation.
Indian Railways providing 47 pc travel subsidy to passengers: Ashwini Vaishnaw
New Delhi, March 18 (IANS) Indian Railways is providing more subsidy to passengers as the cost of travel per km by train is Rs 1.38 but passengers are charged only 73 paise — meaning 47 per cent subsidy, Union Minister of Railways Ashwini Vaishnaw has informed.
Centre releases grants worth Rs 620 crore for rural local bodies in Maharashtra
New Delhi, March 18 (IANS) The Centre on Tuesday said that it has released Rs 620 crore under the 15th Finance Commission during 2024–25 for the rural local bodies in Maharashtra.
‘Panneer Pushpangal' fame Suresh to make a comeback to Tamil cinema
Chennai, Mar 18 (IANS) Actor Suresh, best known for having played the lead role in cult classics like ‘Panneer Pushpangal’ and ‘Kozhi Kovuthu’, will, after several years, again be seen in a Tamil film that is now being directed by Vijay Sri G.
Mrunal Thakur showcases her ‘classic charm with a desi twist’
Mumbai, March 18 (IANS) In a stunning display of style, Bollywood actress Mrunal Thakur looked every inch like a doll as she effortlessly blended timeless elegance with a touch of desi grace.
Cong puts pedal on Kerala Assembly election preparations, appoints media panel
New Delhi/Thiruvananthapuram, March 18 (IANS) With more than 15 months to go for the elections to the 140-member Kerala Legislative Assembly, the Congress party's high command has appointed a panel of their leaders to work in close coordination with its state committee for smoother functioning of the media related activities.
Indian stock market opens higher, Sensex above 74,600
Mumbai, March 18 (IANS) The domestic benchmark indices opened higher on Tuesday amid positive global cues, as buying was seen in the realty and media sectors in the early trade.