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Carbon Credit: Study Finds Underground Treasure Of Delhi's Forests

Researchers said soil organic carbon accounted for more than 43 per cent of the total carbon stored in the ecosystem.

What to Know About the British Elections That Hit Starmers Labour Party Hard

It was a blunt verdict from voters in elections widely seen as an unofficial referendum on Starmer, whose popularity has plummeted since he led t

'He was always hardworking': Teacher recalls Bengal CM Suvendu Adhikari as student

Himangshu Maji, a retired teacher, expressed pride in his former student Suvendu Adhikari becoming West Bengal's Chief Minister. Maji recalled Ad

Quote of the day by first woman Nobel Prize winner Marie Curie: 'Nothing in life is to be feared; It is...' What the legendary scientist was trying to teach us about fear, knowledge, & life

Quote of The Day: Marie Curie's timeless words remind us that fear stems from a lack of understanding. By seeking knowledge, we can dispel anxiet

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DK Shivakumar rejects claims of Tamil Nadu Congress MLAs being shifted to Bengaluru

Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister D K Shivakumar has dismissed claims of Tamil Nadu Congress MLAs being housed in a resort near Bengaluru. He state

Political Tensions Rise in Maharashtra Over TCS Conversion Case

Mumbai, May 9: Political tensions in Maharashtra have escalated following the arrest of Nida Khan, the main accused in the TCS corporate jihad ca

ED Seizes Six Properties Linked to Agnipa Energy Private Limited in Guwahati

Guwahati, May 9: The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has seized six properties in Guwahati related to Agnipa Energy Private Limited under the Preven

Warning from Agencies: Demand for Independent West Bengal Part of ISI Conspiracy

New Delhi, May 9: Mohammad Noorul Huda, a leader of Jamaat-e-Islami, has expressed support for Chief Minister Mamata Banerjees decision not to re

Azim Premji University suspends one student for two years, warns two others over violence on campus involving ABVP

The suspension follows violent incidents on the campuson February 24,when members of ABVPvandalisedthe campus property and force-entered the prem

Quote of the Day by Epicurus: Do not marry after 40... Why this controversial philosophy feels surprisingly relevant in modern dating culture

Quote of the Day: A quote attributed to Epicurus suggests delaying marriage in late 30s or 40s due to evolving independence and ingrained lifesty

Child deaths mount from Bangladesh measles outbreak

Measles hits children the hardest. Their breathing can become strained, their strength fades, and in the most severe cases, the infection reaches

ED arrests Punjab minister Sanjeev Arora in Rs 100 crore money laundering case

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) on Saturday arrested Punjab minister Sanjeev Arora in connection with an ongoing Rs 100 crore money laundering i

Powerful Iranian Ultra-Hardliners Mobilise Against Iran-US Nuclear Talks

The group known as Jebhe-ye Paydari and described as Super Revolutionaries, has emerged as one of the loudest opponents of any agreement with Was

Dhinakaran asks Vijays TVK to produce original letter of support claiming AMMKs backing

Addressing a press conference, Mr. Dhinakaran reiterated that the letter in question and a video clip, displaying Mr. Kamaraj appending his signa

Navrattan Cement to invest Rs 250 cr to set up green cement manufacturing plant in Punjab

NEW DELHI, May 9: Navrattan Cement Industries LLP, a subsidiary of Navrattan Group, has announced an initial investment of Rs 250 crore to set up

Another lockdown coming? Hantavirus outbreak sparks fear as US prepares for 17 Americans' quarantine

Quote of the day by Noam Chomsky: The whole educational and professional training system is a very elaborate filter, which just weeds out people who are.... Did Manufacturing Consent author Noam Chomsky reveal the disturbing truth about institutions, conformity, and intellectual freedom decades before social media?

Quote of the day by Noam Chomsky: The Noam Chomsky education system quote highlights how modern education filters independent thinking in schools

Outbreak Can Be Contained: Dr Soumya Swaminathan On Hantavirus Crisis

Dr. Swaminathan emphasised Hantavirus' limited transmissibility despite human-to-human spread. She also speaks about the Andes strain, the only k

Mamata Tweaks Social Media Bio After Losing Bengal Power to BJP

The bio changed as BJP leader Suvendu Adhikari was sworn in as the chief minister after the saffron party trounced the Trinamool Congress in the

Roy Kapur Films Matka King emerges top show on Amazon Prime in first week of release

Roy Kapur Films' web series Matka King is a major success on Amazon Prime Video. It is the platform's most successful new show in over three year

Ayodhya Launches First Skill Development Center for Water Life Mission

Ayodhya, May 9: Ayodhya has emerged as a unique model for the effective implementation of the Water Life Mission and skill development. The state

Indian Minister to Participate Virtually in Nuclear Energy Innovation Summit for Africa

New Delhi, May 9: Jacqueline Mukangira, the High Commissioner of Rwanda in India, met with Union Minister of State for Science and Technology Jit

Frontier Airlines plane reportedly hits pedestrian during takeoff in Denver

A Frontier Airlines passenger jet reportedly struck a pedestrian on the runway at Denver International Airport late Friday. The aircraft aborted

Driving change in an autorickshaw: This Bengaluru NGO is helping single mothers, abuse survivors rise from the ashes

Swavalambi Stree Auto-Rickshaw Driving Initiative by Bengaluru-based NGO Thaliru Foundation has supported many women

Putin chides NATO in speech at scaled-back Victory Day parade

Russian President Vladimir Putin said Saturday that his soldiers in Ukraine were fighting an aggressive force backed by all of NATO and described

District administration steps in to save horticulture crops in Namakkal from heatwave

Ayyappa Samajam conference begins in Keralas Chengannur

Meeting formulates an action plan to launch Ayyappa devotee groups at the ward level and Ayyappa devotee villages at the panchayat level

Dr Hemant Pande assumes charge as CMD of Western Coalfields Ltd

NAGPUR, May 9: Dr Hemant Sharad Pande has assumed charge as the Chairman-cum-Managing Director (CMD) of Western Coalfields Limited (WCL) here. He

5 Indian destinations you should avoid travelling during summer

Planning a summer holiday in India can be exciting, but extreme temperatures in several regions can make travel uncomfortable and even risky duri

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TVK Alliance Secures Comfortable Majority with 121 Seats

Vijay-led bloc crosses majority mark with support from Congress, Left parties, VCK and IUML.

India successfully tests Agni missile with MIRV system

India successfully tested an Advanced Agni missile with a MIRV system on May 8, 2026. The missile carried multiple payloads, hitting different ta

BJPs Government in West Bengal: A Question of Legitimacy, Says Mohammad Javed

New Delhi, May 9: Following a significant victory in the 2026 West Bengal Assembly elections, Suvendu Adhikari took the oath of office as Chief M

Sanjana Pandey Celebrates Prestigious Awards at Zee Bhojpuri 2026 Ceremony

Mumbai, May 9: Bhojpuri cinemas beloved actress Sanjana Pandey recently received accolades at the esteemed Zee Bhojpuri 2026 event. She was honor

Bihar MP Urges Rail Minister for Special Train Service After Vikramshila Bridge Damage

Bhagalpur, May 9: In response to the severe traffic crisis caused by the damage to the Vikramshila Bridge in Bihars Kosi-Seemanchal region, Khaga

3 Body Problem: When will new episodes of Season 2 drop on Netflix, as Season 3 is set to begin production

3 Body Problem has emerged as one of Netflixs most ambitious projects, despite a challenging start. The adaptation of Liu Cixins acclaimed scienc

Plane hits pedestrian during takeoff at Denver airport

Frontier Flight 4345 reported striking a pedestrian during takeoff at around 11:19 p.m. on May 9, says Denver International Airport in a statemen

Student From Hyderabad Dies Of Electrocution At IIT-Patna Campus During Farewell Visit

A student at IIT Patna died after being electrocuted while playing cricket on campus during a farewell visit

Punjab Minister Sanjeev Arora Arrested By Probe Agency ED After Raids

Punjab Minister Sanjeev Arora Arrested By Probe Agency ED After Raids

3 PWD JEs promoted as Incharge AEs

JAMMU, May 9: The Public Works (Road and Buildings) Department of the Jammu and Kashmir Government has placed 3 Diploma holder Junior Engineers a

Mothers Day 2026: Delhi CEO offers employees Rs 10,000 and a paid 3-day break to vacation with parents, watch video

A Delhi-based entrepreneur is offering employees a Rs 10,000 reimbursement and extra paid leave for a three-day vacation with their parents. CEO

India may soon increase ethanol blending in petrol to 25%. Heres what consumers should know

25% ethanol-blended petrol: India is speeding up its shift to renewable energy. Higher ethanol blending in petrol is being considered. This aims

Karnataka: Youths Overpower Police Constable In Full Glare, Attack And Abuse Him

Initially, sources told Deccan Chronicle on Saturday the policemen advised youths from creating nuisance in the public but when the youths did no

India conducts flight trial of advanced variant of Agni missile

The missile was flight-tested with multiple payloads, targeted to different targets spatially distributed over a large geographical area in the I

Eight Hantavirus cases reported; three dead, six confirmed Andes Virus: WHO

Eight Hantavirus cases have been reported, with three deaths. Six cases are confirmed as Andes virus. The World Health Organization assesses the

Major Drug Bust in Madhya Pradesh: CBN Uncovers Secret Meth Lab

Mumbai, May 9: In a significant operation against narcotics, the Central Narcotics Bureau (CBN) has uncovered a secret meth lab in the Mandsaur d

WCD Raipur Job Alert: Recruitment for Various Positions Including Paramedical Staff Until May 18

Raipur, May 9: The Women and Child Development Department (WCD) in Raipur has issued an official notification for the recruitment of eligible can

CSK Aims for Playoff Spot Against LSG in IPL 2026 Showdown

Chennai, May 9: The Chennai Super Kings (CSK) are set to face the Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) in the 53rd match of the Indian Premier League (IPL)

A fragile ceasefire holds as US awaits Iran response, Bahrain detains dozens

A fragile ceasefire is being tested as the US struck two Iranian oil tankers. Bahrain announced arrests linked to Iran's Revolutionary Guard. The

Turkey Criticizes Israels Colonization Efforts in Palestine

New Delhi, May 9: Turkeys permanent representative to the United Nations, Ambassador Ahmet Yildiz, has condemned Israels colonization methods in

No cat in treasury, Kerala in good position financially: K.N. Balagopal

States outgoing Finance Minister rebuts V.D. Satheesans allegation that UDF is inheriting an empty treasury; cites a cash balance of approximatel

Jammu: Kashmiri Pandits protest; seek rehabilitation policy, fresh job package

Displaced Kashmiri Pandits staged a protest in Jammu. They are demanding a comprehensive rehabilitation policy for their return to Kashmir Valley

Bureaucratic Reshuffle: IAS Officers Transferred In Andhra Pradesh

The AP government has relieved Chief Secretary Sai Prasad of his full additional charge responsibilities as the Special Chief Secretary of the Wa

Neetu Kapoor's Daadi Ki Shaadi review: Kapil Sharma can't act, film lacks emotional depth; box office opens to disappointing start

Daadi Ki Shaadi stars Kapil Sharma and Neetu Kapoor in pivotal roles. In the film, Neetu Kapoor plays a grandmother who gives love a second chanc

Near Miss in Pune: Heavy Metal Sheets Fall During Metro Construction

Pune, May 9: A major accident was narrowly avoided in the Nigdi area near Pune on Saturday. During the ongoing construction of the Maha Metro nea

Political Uncertainty in Tamil Nadu as EPS Congratulates Winning Candidates

Chennai, May 9: The political landscape in Tamil Nadu remains uncertain as AIADMK General Secretary Edappadi K. Palaniswami (EPS) congratulated a

Actor Siddharth Gupta Receives Blessings from Premanand Maharaj in Vrindavan

Mumbai, May 9: In the film industry, there are moments when an artists real life intertwines with their reel life. Recently, actor Siddharth Gupt

Watch: Krishna Swaminathan appointed as next Chief of the Naval Staff

Decision on chief minister will be announced by party's central leadership: Keralam Congress chief

The Congress party is currently deliberating the selection of the next Chief Minister for Keralam. Party leaders are meeting at Mallikarjun Kharg

Chaos marks the Venice Biennale after the jury quits over Israeli and Russian participation

The jury has walked out in protest against Israel and Russia joining the fray, sparking heated debates about human rights

Environmental Body Urges Odisha CM To Tighten Control On Groundwater Extraction

The letter, written by the societys working president Dr. Jayakrushna Panigrahi, stated that groundwater remains a crucial source for drinking wa

Xi's military purge deepens as China hands former defence ministers suspended death sentences

According to Phayul, Chinese military courts found both officials guilty of accepting massive bribes and misusing their authority while serving i

IPL 2026: Teams Most Likely to Qualify for the Playoffs

IPL 2026 Playoff Race: SRH, PBKS and RCB in strong contention; RR and GT hold the edge for the remaining spot.

Firearm, ammunition seized in Manipur; one arrested

The person, who is a resident of Churachandpur but an active cadre of Kuki National Army was apprehended from Zou Veng area on May 8, a senior of

Suvendu Adhikari reviews law and order, welfare schemes after taking oath as Bengal CM

Newly sworn-in West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari held a crucial meeting with top officials. He reviewed the state's law and order situa

Watch: Hantavirus: Andes strain much less transmissible than Covid-19: Soumya Swaminathan

R.P. Singh Accuses Arvind Kejriwal of Distracting from Ministerial Corruption

New Delhi, May 9: BJP leader R.P. Singh made significant remarks on Thursday regarding various political issues, spanning Punjab to West Bengal.

Quote of the day by Hegel: Just as little is seen in pure light as in pure darkness. Everything is .... Did the German philosopher secretly expose the dangerous modern obsession with certainty, perfection, and black-and-white thinking? The hidden psychological truth about conflict, confusion, and why humans still struggle to understand reality itself.

Quote of the day by Georg Wilhelm Friedrich Hegel: More than 250 years after his birth, Georg Wilhelm Friedrich Hegel remains one of the most sea

VCK Demands Deputy CM Position in Exchange for Support to TVK in Tamil Nadu

Chennai, May 9: Amid ongoing political turmoil regarding government formation in Tamil Nadu, the Viduthalai Chiruthaigal Katchi (VCK) has demande

Water Management Initiatives for Birds Amid Rising Heat in Bhopal

Bhopal, May 9: The heat in Madhya Pradesh is becoming increasingly intense, affecting both humans and birds. While residents are advised to take

Vijay set to become Tamil Nadu CM as VCK chief hands over confirmation letter to TVK's Aadhav Arjuna

The Viduthalai Chiruthaigal Katchi has officially pledged support to Vijay's Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam. This backing is crucial for TVK to establi

Nora Fatehi To Perform At Opening Ceremony Of FIFA World Cup

Fatehi shared a poster on her Instagram as she announced the news and said she is honoured.

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Australia's far-right party wins first lower house seat

The result is in line with a surge of electoral support for far-right populist parties globally. Britain's ruling Labour party this week suffered

What led to BCCI's IPL crackdown? Reels in restricted zones, late night outings among reasons

Players excessive proximity to social media influencers was a major concern raised by the BCCIs anti-corruption unit

Read to Know How Health Officials Are Tracing Contacts of Hantavirus Victims

Scientists are trying to learn more about the virus as fast as they can, including whether it has mutated and how exactly it spreads.

Expansion of Odisha Govt-operated Kodingamali Bauxite Mine Boosts Regional Development

Despite opposition from a small group allegedly influenced by competing industrial interests, the proposed expansion has received overwhelming su

At Bengal swearing-in, Modi honours 97-year-old Makhanlal Sarkar

Prime Minister Narendra Modi honored Makhanlal Sarkar, a 97-year-old associate of Shyama Prasad Mukherjee, at the swearing-in ceremony for Bengal

Gaurav Gogoi Takes Responsibility for Assam Assembly Election Loss

Guwahati, May 9: Gaurav Gogoi, the President of Assam Congress, has accepted full responsibility for the partys defeat in the recent assembly ele

EAM Jaishankar Highlights Cultural and Cricket Ties During Trinidad and Tobago Visit

Port of Spain, May 9: External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar received a warm welcome during his visit to Trinidad and Tobago. He emphasized the

Second plea filed in Supreme Court challenging Governor's delay in inviting Vijay to form govt. in Tamil Nadu

The Governors refusal to invite Mr. Vijay, as the head of the single largest party to emerge after the 2026 Assembly election, is a hostile move

Word of the Day: Metamodernism

Word of the Day: As society continues to grapple with uncertainty, metamodernism offers a vocabulary for understanding the emotional complexity o

Haryana to Bengal: BJP Secures First-Time CMs in 9 States Since Modi Became PM

BJP national spokesperson Tuhin A Sinha described the party's expansion as a golden phase in the party's political journey

How to use watermelon in summer for maximum hydration

Summer heat can quickly leave the body feeling tired, dehydrated and low on energy, which is why watermelon becomes one of the most important fru

Udaipur: Dalit bride's humiliation rally villagers to demand police action; political parties join

People forced me to dismount the mare. I felt insulted. My family members were assaulted, Ms. Meghwal told reporters

M.A. Baby dismisses DMK-AIADMK alliance rumours, urges Governor to invite TVK to form government

Speaking to the media in Madurai on Saturday, he said the peoples mandate was clearly in favour of the Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam

Assam Rifles Successfully Rescues Abducted Woman in Manipur

Imphal, May 9: The Assam Rifles executed a significant relief and rescue operation in Manipurs Kamjong district, successfully freeing an abducted

SSB Recruitment 2026: Applications Open for 404 Constable Positions Under Sports Quota

New Delhi, May 9: The Ministry of Home Affairs, under the Government of India, has announced the recruitment of 404 constable positions (General

Mithun Chakraborty Makes Waves at Bengal Oath Ceremony

Kolkata, May 9: The oath-taking ceremony of BJP leader Suvendu Adhikari as Chief Minister in Kolkata on Saturday showcased several moments that a