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India Overtakes Japan to Become World’s 4th Largest Economy, Now Targets No. 3 Spot

In a defining moment for India’s economic journey, the country has officially surpassed Japan to become the world’s fourth-largest economy, marking a major shift in the global financial order. This milestone is not just symbolic. It reflects years of steady growth, structural reforms, and rising global influence. With a nominal…

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“I Couldn’t Stop Crying in Bihar” : What This Foreigner Experienced Shocked Everyone

Travel often promises discovery. New places, new cultures, new perspectives. But sometimes, a journey goes deeper than sightseeing. It unsettles you, moves you, and quietly changes something within you. That is exactly what happened when a foreign tourist visited Bihar and found herself overwhelmed with emotion, unable to stop crying.…

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Can You Really Survive in India on ₹30,000 a Month in 2026?

₹30,000 a month sits at a very important threshold in India today. It is close to what many people earn, yet increasingly far from what is needed for comfort. In 2026, rising rents, steady inflation, and lifestyle changes have made the cost of living highly uneven across the country. The…

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‘Waiting for days’: India feels impact of gas supply chain disruption amid Iran conflict

People struggle to cook and businesses bear brunt as closure of strait of Hormuz slows imports of liquefied petroleum gas

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Day after Sonam Wangchuk presser, Ladakh leaders say 6th Schedule, statehood demands non-negotiable

Leaders from Ladakh have clarified that their twin demands for statehood and inclusion in the Sixth Schedule remain non-negotiable and they will not backtrack. This is a day after activist and educationist Sonam Wangchuk suggested at a press conference in Delhi that both the Centre and the Apex Body Leh…

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Video report: Iran war triggers energy crisis in India

In India, a deepening liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) shortage is forcing vendors to abandon gas and return to coal, highlighting a sudden energy crisis on the ground, The Independent’s Namita Singh reports from New Delhi.

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March 18, 2026: GRAP-1 lifted, yet ‘poor’ air persists in South Delhi

For today’s episode of Aaj Ka AQI, Newslaundry visited Begumpur in South Delhi. While the nearest DPCC station at Sri Aurobindo Marg pegged the AQI at 162 (moderate), our portable monitor recorded a significantly higher 242 (poor).

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Indians forced ‘back in time’ to cooking with coal as Iran war gas shortages lead to long fuel queues

Households and small businesses are struggling as disruptions to oil and gas imports due to the Iran war expose India’s deep energy vulnerabilities. Namita Singh reports from Delhi

The Independent UK

The Rapid Rise of Pet Therapy in Urban Indian Cities and Its Growing Impact on Mental Health

Life in urban India has changed rapidly in the last decade. Cities like Mumbai, Delhi, Bengaluru and Hyderabad are growing fast, and with growth comes pressure. Long working hours, traffic, competition, and social isolation often leave people feeling stressed and emotionally tired. In this situation, pet therapy has emerged as…

Times Pets

‘I would argue she deserved it’: ‘Racist’ Trump stooge Laura Loomer gets shown her place by a journalist during foreign trip

On March 14, 2026, Trump loyalist and conspiracy theorist Laura Loomer appeared at the India Today Conclave 2026 in New Delhi, India. While there, she mostly discussed the growing friendship between the United States and India, but was taken aback when she was repeatedly confronted about her past racist comments…

The Mary Sue

Gulf crisis: Iran seeks return of 3 tankers seized by India in return for Hormuz safe passage, says report

Tehran has asked New Delhi for the release of three seized tanker ships in return for the safe passage of India-bound tankers through Strait of Hormuz amid the ongoing Gulf crisis triggered by US and Israel's attack on Iran, Reuters reported citing sources on Monday.

The Times of India

March 16, 2026: Delhi breathes ‘good’ air, but not due to policy

In today’s episode of Aaj Ka AQI, our air quality monitor recorded an AQI of around 40 in Sarvodaya Enclave, which falls in the “good” category — something we rarely see in the city.

Newslaundry

UAE March 16 flight update: Emirates suspends flights from Dubai, Etihad Airways and Air India announce limited schedule

The escalating tensions amid the Iran vs US-Israel war, have left much of the Middle East in a crisis. From flights to roadways and even markets, every aspect of daily life has been affected while the authorities work their best to monitor the situation and calm it.

The Times of India

Kharg Island: Iran's oil hub in the crosshairs

NEW DELHI: US airstrikes on Kharg Island, the nerve centre of Iran's oil export network, have sharply escalated tensions in West Asia and raised fears of further disruption in global energy supplies. While Iran claimed that oil operations on the island continued despite the attack, it warned that retaliation could…

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Awkward moment for Laura Loomer as her deleted anti-Indian tweets are read back to her during her trip to New Delhi

The right-wing conspiracy theorist, who is close to President Donald Trump, said in 2024 that the White House would ‘smell like curry’ if then-Vice President Kamala Harris became president

The Times of India

How UK’s university towns became a draw for Indian students in summer

Every August, a quiet transformation takes place in Oxford. The undergraduates are gone, the colleges have exhaled, and in their place arrive young students from Mumbai, Delhi, Lagos, and Seoul, cycling along the Cherwell, debating ideas in wood-panelled seminar rooms, and doing something that would otherwise remain entirely out of…

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Why Taking Prasad From These Temples Can Be Risky

In India, temples are not just places of worship they’re centers of energy and ancient wisdom. But did you know that in some temples, taking prasad home is considered inauspicious? Behind these rules lies a fascinating mix of spiritual science, mythology, and energy beliefs. From protecting devotees from negative energies…

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In Delhi, breathing safely has been a coin toss for the last 4 years, says govt data

Data tabled in the Rajya Sabha on Thursday revealed that the capital’s air quality breached the 200 AQI mark on 685 days since 2022 – crashing through the ‘poor’ threshold set by the CPCB and frequently spiralling into ‘very poor’ and ‘severe’ territory.

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4 Shrines Where Prayers Are Said to Be Answered Within 40 Days

“श्रद्धावान् लभते ज्ञानम् तत्परः संयतेन्द्रियः” (Bhagavad Gita 4.39) The one who has faith and devotion eventually receives what the heart truly seeks. Across India and many parts of the world, faith has always been tied to time bound vows. Devotees believe that sincere prayer offered with discipline for a certain…

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March 12, 2026: ‘Severe’ AQI for Safdarjung patients

In this episode of Aaj Ka AQI, we visit the area around Safdarjung Hospital, located next to one of Delhi’s busiest intersections.

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Why Petrol Prices Haven’t Risen Despite $100 Oil

Fuel prices influence nearly every part of daily life. From daily commuting to the cost of groceries and transportation, even a small change at the petrol pump can affect the entire economy. Recently, global oil markets witnessed a dramatic shift as crude oil prices surged close to $100 per barrel,…

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A Man Who Never Misses the First Ride: Anil Marwah’s 24-Year Love Affair with the Delhi Metro

As Delhi Metro continues to expand across the capital, most commuters celebrate new lines for one simple reason—faster and more convenient travel. But for 65-year-old Anil Marwah, every new metro route is more than just an infrastructure upgrade. It is a moment to celebrate a personal tradition he has faithfully…

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Indian Army Veteran Helps Worried Woman Reach Delhi Cantt Railway Station Just in Time to Catch Her Train

Sometimes the most powerful stories are not about grand achievements but about simple acts of humanity. A recent viral video from Delhi captured one such moment when an Indian Army veteran stepped forward to help a stranger in distress. His quick decision and willingness to help ensured that a worried…

The Times of India

UAE travel alert: Etihad Airways announces schedule for March 10-12, check destinations

The Iran-US-Israel war has left thousands of passengers stranded across the UAE due to airspace shutdown, flight cancellations and mid-air diversions. While the UAE authorities have been commended for their aid to the tourists, providing hotel and food vouchers along with transportation, many have been vying to go home on…

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March 9, 2026: ‘Moderate’ AQI at AIIMS, ‘poor’ for Delhi

For this episode of Aaj Ka AQI, Newslaundry visited AIIMS. The nearest monitoring system pegged the AQI at 169, or in the ‘moderate’ category.

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