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Oscars 2026: Paul Thomas Anderson conferred with Best Director for ‘One Battle After Another’

Hiten Tejwani says he once worked 18–19 hours daily, now values work-life balance

Mumbai, March 16 (SocialNews.XYZ) Actor Hiten Tejwani, recently reflected on the intense work schedules during the peak era of daily soaps and also highlighted how the experience shaped his approach towards work and life. While…

ECI seeks detailed report on cops transferred after Feb 28 or re-employed after superannuation in Bengal

Kolkata, March 16 (SocialNews.XYZ) The Election Commission of India (ECI) had sought a detailed report from the West Bengal government on the police officers whose transfer orders were announced after February 28, which was the…

After top bureaucrats, EC now replaces Bengal’s acting DGP, Kolkata Police chief

Kolkata, March 16 (SocialNews.XYZ) The Election Commission of India (ECI) on Monday announced the replacement of key police officers in West Bengal, including the acting Director General of Police (DGP) Peeyush Pandey and Kolkata Police…

Condolences pour in over 10 ICU deaths in Cuttack hospital blaze, PM announces ex-gratia (Ld)

Bhubaneswar, March 16 (SocialNews.XYZ) President of India Droupadi Murmu and Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday expressed deep grief over the tragic death of ten patients after a major fire broke out at the Intensive…

NDA, Mahagathbandhan express confidence of winning all five Rajya Sabha seats in Bihar (Lead)

Patna, March 16 (SocialNews.XYZ) As polling for 37 Rajya Sabha seats across several states got underway on Monday, leaders of both the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) and the Mahagathbandhan in Bihar expressed confidence about their…

Over 6 lakh students appear for Class 10 exams in Andhra Pradesh

Amaravati, March 16 (SocialNews.XYZ) Over six lakh students are appearing in the Secondary School Certificate (SSC) (Class 10) public examinations that began across Andhra Pradesh on Monday. The examination centres were abuzz with activity since…

Shilpa Shetty reveals her ultimate ‘secret to staying calm’ before work

Mumbai, March 16 (SocialNews.XYZ) Bollywood actress and fitness enthusiast Shilpa Shetty, on Sunday, shared a glimpse of how she keeps herself calm before stepping into work mode. Taking to her social media account, the actress…

Priyanka Chopra poses for glamourous photoshoot in Oscar-special all-white ensemble

Mumbai, March 16 (SocialNews.XYZ) Global icon Priyanka Chopra Jonas shared a series of striking pictures on her social media account, leaving fans impressed with her glamorous look that she donned for the Oscar special night….

Govt warns of deepfake video of former Army Chief circulated online with misleading claims

New Delhi, March 16 (SocialNews.XYZ) The Press Information Bureau (PIB) Fact Check unit on Monday issued a warning about an AI-generated deepfake video of former Chief of Army Staff, Manoj Pande, being circulated online by…

Delhi CM shares plan to integrate three major hospitals into AIIMS-style super medical hub

New Delhi, March 16 (SocialNews.XYZ) Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Monday proposed integrating Guru Teg Bahadur Hospital, Delhi State Cancer Institute, and Rajiv Gandhi Super Speciality Hospital into a single “super medical hub” modelled…

Delhi’s air quality improves after rainfall, AQI in ‘satisfactory’ category

New Delhi, March 16 (SocialNews.XYZ) Air quality in the National Capital Region (NCR) improved significantly after the region experienced a change in weather conditions. Driven by cool winds and clear skies, the Air Quality Index…

Iranian Embassy appeals for cash donations in India amid online transfer issues

New Delhi, March 16 (SocialNews.XYZ) The Iranian Embassy in New Delhi has expressed gratitude to Indian citizens who have shown interest in providing humanitarian aid to Iranians affected by the ongoing conflict, but noted that…

‘Shreya Ghoshal would secretly watch SRK’s Fauji during her music classes’, reveals her Guru

Mumbai, March 16 (SocialNews.XYZ) Stalwart singe Shreya Ghoshal was left stunned after her Guru Mahesh Chandra Sharma, who graced the singing reality show, Indian Idol, revealed a fun secret of Shreya Ghoshal from her childhood…

Cuttack hospital fire: PM Modi expresses grief, announces Rs 2 lakh assistance for families of deceased

New Delhi, March 16 (SocialNews.XYZ) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday expressed distress over the loss of lives in the tragic Cuttack hospital fire incident in Odisha and announced an ex-gratia of Rs. 2 lakh…

Voting for two Rajya Sabha seats in Haryana begins amid cross-voting fears

Chandigarh, March 16 (SocialNews.XYZ) Voting for the two Rajya Sabha seats in Haryana began here on Monday with the counting of ballots to begin at 5 p.m. Three candidates are in the fray. They are…

Oscars 2026: Zendaya’s ring stack fuels speculation about secret marriage with Tom Holland

Los Angeles, March 16 (SocialNews.XYZ) Hollywood actress Zendaya raised eyebrows at the 98th edition of the Academy Award as she flaunted a ring stack. The actress graced the Dolby Theater stage on Monday while presenting…

Army rescues 214 stranded people including tourists in J&K’s Sinthan Pass in heavy snowfall

Srinagar, March 16 (SocialNews.XYZ) Alert troops of the Indian Army braved highly inclement weather including heavy snowfall to rescue 214 stranded passengers from Jammu and Kashmir’s Sinthan Pass, officials said on Monday. “After heavy snowfall…

Akshay Kumar recalls late father watching his films over 20 times, says he’d make everyone watch them

Mumbai, March 16 (SocialNews.XYZ) Bollywood superstar Akshay Kumar, recently on his quiz reality show Wheel of Fortune Akshay shared a cherished memory from his own early days in the industry, recalling his late father and…

Uncertainty over transfer of bureaucrats, cops in Bengal ordered just an hour before announcement of polling dates

Kolkata, March 16 (SocialNews.XYZ) Uncertainty is looming over the transfer of several bureaucrats and police officers in West Bengal, ordered just around an hour before the Election Commission of India (ECI) announced the two-phase polling…

When Hrithik Roshan called actors doing their own stunts “stupid and silly”

Mumbai, March 16 (SocialNews.XYZ) Actor Hrithik Roshan, had once shared his firm thoughts on the concept of a few actors opting to perform their own stunts, during an old interview with Lehren TV. During the…

Zelensky warns Iran war may divert Ukraine aid

New York, March 16 (SocialNews.XYZ) Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has warned that the war with Iran could divert global attention and military resources away from Ukraine’s fight against Russia. In an interview with CNN’s Fareed…

President Droupadi Murmu condoles loss of lives in Cuttack hospital fire

New Delhi, March 16 (SocialNews.XYZ) President of India, Droupadi Murmu on Monday expressed deep distress over the loss of lives in a tragic fire incident at a hospital in Cuttack, Odisha, and extended her heartfelt…

His efforts improving lives of countless citizens: PM Modi wishes CR Paatil on his birthday

New Delhi, March 16 (SocialNews.XYZ) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday extended birthday wishes to Union Minister of Jal Shakti C.R. Paatil and praised his efforts in enhancing water management and promoting the ‘Har Ghar…

Trump officials say Iran war may end within weeks; Tehran vows to keep fighting

Washington, Mar 16 (SocialNews.XYZ) The war with Iran could end within weeks, senior officials in the Trump administration said, even as fighting continues across the Middle East and disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz push…

Oscars 2026: ‘One Battle After Another’ wins Best Picture

Los Angeles, March 16 (SocialNews.XYZ) The Paul Thomas Anderson directorial ‘One Battle After Another’ won the Academy Award for Best Picture at the 98th Academy Awards. The political thriller was recognised for its narrative scope,…

Varun Dhawan recalls how assisting Karan Johar led to his big Bollywood debut in SOTY opposite Alia Bhatt

Mumbai, March 16 (SocialNews.XYZ) Actor Varun Dhawan recently opened up about how filmmaker Karan Johar launched him in Bollywood with the 2012 film Student of the Year. The actor, while on the show The Great…

Sensex, Nifty trade flat in early trade amid Middle East tensions

Mumbai, March 16 (SocialNews.XYZ) The benchmark equity indices opened lower on Monday but soon turned flat in early trade as investors remained cautious amid escalating geopolitical tensions in Middle East. The 30-scrip basket opened 148…

Oscars 2026: Paul Thomas Anderson conferred with Best Director for ‘One Battle After Another’

Los Angeles, March 16 (SocialNews.XYZ) Filmmaker Paul Thomas Anderson was lionised with the Academy Award for Best Director at the 98th Academy Awards for ‘One Battle After Another’. This is his first victory in the…

Rajpal Yadav opens up on staying strong during emotional times amid legal challenges

Mumbai, March 16 (SocialNews.XYZ) Actor Rajpal Yadav recently spoke about maintaining emotional strength amid life’s tough challenges he had been facing, including his ongoing legal battles and personal turmoils. In an exclusive conversation with IANS,…

Youth Congress announces ‘Sansad gherao’ demonstration today over India–US trade deal

New Delhi, March 16 (SocialNews.XYZ) The Indian Youth Congress (IYC) has announced a ‘Sansad Gherao’ protest on Monday, alleging that the Centre’s recently announced trade agreement with the United States could adversely affect India’s economic…

AIADMK sets up panel to negotiate seat sharing with NDA partners for TN Assembly polls

Chennai, March 16 (SocialNews.XYZ) The EK Palaniswami-led AIADMK has initiated the process of finalising its electoral alliance strategy for the upcoming Tamil Nadu Assembly elections by appointing a special committee to conduct seat-sharing negotiations with…

Oscars 2026: Paul Thomas Anderson conferred with Best Director for ‘One Battle After Another’

Hiten Tejwani says he once worked 18–19 hours daily, now values work-life balance

ECI seeks detailed report on cops transferred after Feb 28 or re-employed after superannuation in Bengal

After top bureaucrats, EC now replaces Bengal’s acting DGP, Kolkata Police chief

Condolences pour in over 10 ICU deaths in Cuttack hospital blaze, PM announces ex-gratia (Ld)

NDA, Mahagathbandhan express confidence of winning all five Rajya Sabha seats in Bihar (Lead)

Over 6 lakh students appear for Class 10 exams in Andhra Pradesh

Shilpa Shetty reveals her ultimate ‘secret to staying calm’ before work

Priyanka Chopra poses for glamourous photoshoot in Oscar-special all-white ensemble

Govt warns of deepfake video of former Army Chief circulated online with misleading claims

Delhi CM shares plan to integrate three major hospitals into AIIMS-style super medical hub

Delhi’s air quality improves after rainfall, AQI in ‘satisfactory’ category

Iranian Embassy appeals for cash donations in India amid online transfer issues

‘Shreya Ghoshal would secretly watch SRK’s Fauji during her music classes’, reveals her Guru

Cuttack hospital fire: PM Modi expresses grief, announces Rs 2 lakh assistance for families of deceased

Voting for two Rajya Sabha seats in Haryana begins amid cross-voting fears

Oscars 2026: Zendaya’s ring stack fuels speculation about secret marriage with Tom Holland

Army rescues 214 stranded people including tourists in J&K’s Sinthan Pass in heavy snowfall

Akshay Kumar recalls late father watching his films over 20 times, says he’d make everyone watch them

Uncertainty over transfer of bureaucrats, cops in Bengal ordered just an hour before announcement of polling dates

When Hrithik Roshan called actors doing their own stunts “stupid and silly”

Zelensky warns Iran war may divert Ukraine aid

President Droupadi Murmu condoles loss of lives in Cuttack hospital fire

His efforts improving lives of countless citizens: PM Modi wishes CR Paatil on his birthday

Trump officials say Iran war may end within weeks; Tehran vows to keep fighting

Oscars 2026: ‘One Battle After Another’ wins Best Picture

Varun Dhawan recalls how assisting Karan Johar led to his big Bollywood debut in SOTY opposite Alia Bhatt

Sensex, Nifty trade flat in early trade amid Middle East tensions

Oscars 2026: Paul Thomas Anderson conferred with Best Director for ‘One Battle After Another’

Rajpal Yadav opens up on staying strong during emotional times amid legal challenges

Youth Congress announces ‘Sansad gherao’ demonstration today over India–US trade deal

AIADMK sets up panel to negotiate seat sharing with NDA partners for TN Assembly polls

Kejriwal to urge SC to urgently list plea seeking transfer of excise policy case from Justice Swarana Kanta Sharma

Oscars 2026: Jessie Buckley feted with Best Actress award for ‘Hamnet’

10 dead, several injured in ICU fire at SCB Medical College Hospital in Odisha

Indian Army, J&K police rescue 214 stranded tourists at Sinthan Pass amid heavy snowfall

David Dhawan says character actors like Kader Khan, Paresh Rawal, Anupam Kher were better than lead actors

France being targeted in regional escalation ‘unacceptable’: Macron

Milind Soman opens up about wife Ankita Konwar’s immense trust in him amid his huge female fan base

Oscars 2026: Michael B. Jordan honoured with Best Actor for ‘Sinners’

Soha Ali Khan says her mother Sharmila Tagore’s house is the ‘only home where she’s still someone’s baby girl’