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The initial round of the 2-K programme aims to serve families in high-need neighbourhoods, with a focus on toward inclusive access. Neighbourhoods in New York City’s Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, and the Bronx will be among the first to get it, Zohran Mamdani announced on Tuesday. Check details here.

Indian rapper Badshah was denied entry to London’s O2 Arena just weeks before his historic headline show on March 22, 2026. He vowed to enter with 20,000 fans, turning the snub into a “matter of respect.” The event remains highly anticipated, marking a significant moment for Desi hip-hop on the global stage.

Kerala’s SSLC examinations will begin on March 5, 2026, with 4,17,497 students set to appear across 3,031 centres. While exams in Kerala and Lakshadweep will proceed as scheduled, Gulf centre tests have been deferred due to security concerns. Higher Secondary and Vocational exams will run parallelly, with results expected in May.

India is set to welcome two lakh international students annually by 2030. The ‘Study in India’ initiative aims to boost global learner enrollment. Universities are preparing campuses with improved infrastructure and support systems. State governments and foreign university campuses will also contribute. Outreach campaigns will engage potential students worldwide. This expansion will enrich Indian higher

The ICC T20 World Cup 2026 has shattered viewership records in India, attracting over 500 million fans, the highest ever for the tournament. This milestone, celebrated by ICC chairman Jay Shah, highlights the event’s global and accessible vision. Digital engagement also soared, with JioHotstar peaking at 60.5 million concurrent viewers as the tournament heads into

Once gracing the silver screen as a Bollywood actress and beauty pageant titleholder, Namrata Shirodkar embarked on a new chapter with her soulmate, Mahesh Babu, after their romance sparked on the set of ‘Vamsi’ in 2000. They exchanged vows in an intimate ceremony in 2005, and Namrata dedicated herself to family life and the management

Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) president Vijay criticized the DMK government’s chances of returning to power, stating it’s historically unprecedented. He accused rivals of forming a nexus to prevent TVK from gaining public trust and highlighted the government’s alleged inaction against the sand mafia, warning of impending bankruptcy.

South Korea’s Kospi index experienced a dramatic 12% tumble, triggering a trading suspension after a significant sell-off led by market heavyweights. This sharp decline follows a previous session’s fall amid escalating Middle East tensions, raising questions about whether it’s a pause or a turning point for the AI-fueled rally.

Nepal is at a critical juncture as nearly 19 million voters elect a new House of Representatives. This election is significantly influenced by a youth-led uprising that challenged the political establishment, fueled by resentment over unemployment and perceived elite excess. The vote reflects a generational demand for accountability and change.

Amid escalating West Asia tensions, India’s Ministry of External Affairs has established a special control room to assist its citizens residing in the region. The government is closely monitoring the evolving situation and remains in contact with regional governments and international partners to ensure the safety of nearly one crore Indians living there.