CBSE Schools Urge Kerala Governor Arlekar to Tackle Student Screen Addiction Crisis
The National Council of CBSE Schools (NCCS) has appealed to Kerala Governor Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar for urgent intervention to combat rising digital dependency among children under 16, highlighting unregulated screen time’s toll on education, mental health, and society. PM Modi Initiatives Gain Traction NCCS Secretary General Indira Rajan welcomed PM
Saudi-UAE Oil Pipelines: Game-Changers in Iran-US War Over Strait of Hormuz
As Iran slams shut the Strait of Hormuz—choking 20 million barrels/day or 20% of global oil flows—Saudi Arabia’s 1,200-km East-West Pipeline and UAE’s Habshan-Fujairah line emerge as pivotal bypasses, potentially rerouting up to 7 million bpd and blunting Tehran’s economic warfare. Iran’s Economic Weapon vs. Gulf Counterplay Tehran’s Hormuz blockade
Sensex Crashes Over 2,000 Points, Nifty Slips Below 24,000 as Oil Surges Past $105 on Iran War
Indian benchmark indices plunged sharply on March 9, 2026, with the BSE Sensex crashing 2,345 points (3%) to 76,573 and NSE Nifty tumbling 709 points (2.9%) to 23,742 in early trade, triggered by Brent crude spiking above $105/barrel amid escalating US-Iran conflict. GIFT Nifty signaled a 2.3% gap-down at 23,761,
Iran’s Assembly Names Mojtaba Khamenei New Supreme Leader Amid US-Israel War
Iran’s Assembly of Experts appointed Mojtaba Khamenei, son of slain Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, as the Islamic Republic’s new supreme leader on March 8, 2026, state media announced. The 56-year-old mid-ranking cleric, lacking senior public office, was selected decisively despite ideological aversion to hereditary rule, backed by powerful Revolutionary Guards (IRGC)
Nayanthara: From Lady Superstar to Skincare Mogul – Inside Her Booming Startup Empire
South Indian icon Nayanthara, dubbed the “Lady Superstar,” has seamlessly transitioned from silver screen dominance to savvy entrepreneurship, building a diverse portfolio of startups focused on wellness, hygiene, and innovation. 9Skin Launch: Sold Out in 24 Hours Co-founded with husband Vignesh Shivan and Daisy Morgan in 2023, 9Skin revolutionizes skincare
Top 10 Women Entrepreneurs Leading India’s Business Revolution in 2026
India’s women entrepreneurs are shattering ceilings, driving billion-dollar startups, and dominating sectors from tech to beauty, with net worths topping Rs 1.87 lakh crore. Richest Powerhouses Reshaping Global Giants Savitri Jindal tops with Rs 1.87 lakh crore via Jindal Group, followed by Jayshree Ullal (Rs 50,170 crore, Arista Networks CEO)
Shashi Tharoor Defends India’s Neutral Stance on US-Iran War and Khamenei Assassination
Congress MP Shashi Tharoor strongly defended India’s decision not to criticize the US attack on Iran, including the assassination of Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei, emphasizing the value of neutrality amid global conflict.[file:previous context] India’s Prudent Neutrality Amid Global Silence Tharoor highlighted that of 193 UN member states, few have openly
India Dominates New Zealand in Epic T20 World Cup 2026 Final: Defends Title with Commanding Win!
Ahmedabad, March 8, 2026 – India defended their T20 World Cup title in style, posting a mammoth 255/5 before restricting New Zealand to well short of the target in a high-scoring thriller at the Narendra Modi Stadium. The Men in Blue’s explosive batting and clinical bowling secured a historic third T20WC
India Headlines March 8, 2026: Navy Eyes Gulf Ship Escorts Amid Iran War, Kashmir Normalcy Returns
India considers deploying Navy to escort stranded merchant vessels through the Persian Gulf as Iran-US conflict disrupts shipping, sources confirmed on March 8. Meanwhile, normalcy resumed in Kashmir after six days of curbs following Khamenei’s killing, with DGP Nalin Prabhat vowing crackdowns on terrorists. Key Political Developments Bihar Deputy CM
US Scrambles Chaotic Evacuations from Gulf as Iran’s Missiles Rain Down on Retaliation
US officials faced intense criticism for delayed evacuations as Iran’s “Operation Truthful Promise 4” missile and drone barrages targeted American embassies and bases across the Gulf starting February 28, 2026. Internal memos for voluntary departures from Bahrain, Kuwait, Qatar, and Riyadh weren’t approved until days into the conflict—Riyadh’s embassy hit
