Bangladesh foreign minister’s India trip on cards in April
Bangladesh’s foreign minister, Khalilur Rahman, is expected to visit New Delhi in April, marking the first such trip since the new government led by Prime Minister Tarique Rahman assumed office in Dhaka. People familiar with the matter said the visit is likely to be a brief stopover on April 8 as Rahman travels to Mauritius for the Indian Ocean Conference.
As per a report by the Hindustan Times, the proposed visit comes amid efforts by both sides to ease tensions and rebuild engagement after a period of strain. Last month, India’s high commissioner Pranay Verma met Rahman in Dhaka and conveyed an invitation from external affairs minister S Jaishankar for an early visit, signalling New Delhi’s intent to revitalise ties. Read full story
2026-03-20 16:07India restricts flights across 11 regions
India's aviation regulator has issued a fresh advisory asking airlines to avoid flying through 11 airspaces across the Middle East, citing rising risks amid the ongoing conflict involving the US, Israel and Iran. The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has identified a wide high-risk zone that includes Iran, Israel, Lebanon, Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, Oman, Iraq, Jordan, the UAE, Qatar and Kuwait. The restriction applies across all flight levels. Read full story
2026-03-20 16:05Rare 1,000-km weather system triggers storms across India and neighbouring countries
An unusual weather system has been sweeping through various parts of India, Pakistan, and Afghanistan, causing widespread rain, thunderstorms, gusty winds, and even hailstorms during a time of the season when summer conditions normally start setting in. What makes this unusual weather system special is not only its timing but also its unusual formation, which is rarely seen in the region, stretching as long as 1,000 km. This unusual weather system has been caused by a western disturbance, but what has made it unusual is its...Click here to read the full story
2026-03-20 13:33Ahmedabad police crack fake currency racket; 7 arrested, including woman
The Ahmedabad Crime Branch has uncovered a counterfeit currency racket, seizing fake notes worth ₹2.38 crore and arresting seven people, officials said on Friday. The operation spanned Ahmedabad and Surat, pointing to an organised network active for months. Police said ₹2.10 crore in fake ₹500 notes was recovered in Ahmedabad after a white Toyota Fortuner was intercepted near Amraiwadi. Acting on specific intelligence, Crime Branch teams positioned themselves in advance. Deputy Commissioner of Police (Crime Branch) Ajit Rajiyan said the vehicle was stopped between...Click here to read the full story
2026-03-20 12:19Rupee falls to 93.08 against US dollar
The rupee weakened further in early trade on Friday, slipping 19 paise to hit an all-time intra-day low of 93.08 against the US dollar, as sustained foreign fund outflows and a stronger greenback weighed on the currency. At the interbank foreign exchange market, the rupee opened at 92.92 before breaching the 93 level for the first time to trade at 93.08. The fall comes after the currency had already closed at a record low of 92.89 on Wednesday. Forex markets remained shut on Thursday on account of Gudhi Padwa. Read full story
2026-03-20 10:55PM Modi holds talks with 5 leaders amid West Asia tensions
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday held separate telephonic conversations with leaders of Qatar, France, Jordan, Oman and Malaysia, voicing concern over the escalating tensions in West Asia and stressing the need for dialogue and diplomacy. He also strongly condemned attacks on energy infrastructure, warning that such actions could trigger further instability. In his conversations, Modi underlined the urgency of restoring peace, security and stability in the region. He called for sustained diplomatic engagement and emphasised the importance of ensuring safe and free movement through the Strait of Hormuz, a key global energy route. Speaking with Qatar’s Amir, Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, Modi reaffirmed...Click here to read the whole story
2026-03-20 10:57Delhi records wettest March in years
A spell of light rain, accompanied by thunderstorms and gusty winds, brought a sharp change in the weather for Delhi-NCR on Friday morning, providing respite from the rising heat of March. According to reports by the India Meteorological Department, the rain has made this March the wettest in three years, as the average rainfall recorded till now stands at 9.4 mm. The last time such high rainfall was recorded for March was in 2023, when it stood at 50.4 mm, according to reports by news agency PTI. The sudden change in weather is accompanied by a...Click here to read the full story
2026-03-20 10:54Sensex jumps 700+ pts, Nifty above 23,200 after sharp sell-off
Indian benchmark indices opened sharply higher on Friday, rebounding after the previous session’s heavy sell-off of over 3%. Positive sentiment lifted markets in early trade. Around 9:16 am, the BSE Sensex jumped 738 points (0.99%) to 74,945.45, nearing the 75,000 mark, while the Nifty 50 rose 227 points (0.99%) to 23,229.15, trading above 23,200.
Horoscope today
The horoscope for March 20, 2026 indicates a day of steady progress mixed with caution across zodiac signs. Aries may stay busy with events but should avoid impulsive decisions, while Taurus is likely to feel satisfied with personal growth and maintain harmony at home. Gemini may remain preoccupied with family matters but see small financial gains, and Cancer could complete pending tasks with support despite delays in legal matters. Leo may resolve issues using experience but should avoid investments, while Virgo needs to stay cautious as expenses rise. Libra may gain recognition and good news, and Scorpio may see career growth with some financial strain. Sagittarius may enjoy sudden gains but face family tensions, Capricorn may see business growth and stability, Aquarius may benefit in education and relationships, and Pisces may gain recognition though distractions could affect work.
