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Maharashtras Deputy CM Expresses Grief Over Dr. Anand Nadkarnis Passing

Mumbai, May 15: Maharashtras Deputy Chief Minister, Eknath Shinde, expressed deep sorrow over the passing of senior psychiatrist Dr. Anand Nadkar

M.P. BJP leader loses post over large convoy despite PMs austerity appeal

In a letter dated May 14, Kisan Morchas State unit chief Jaipal Chavda said that Mr. Yadavs appointment has been cancelled on directions of M.P.

Compromised PM didn't sign trade deal with U.S., but a bargain for Adani's release: Rahul

Hopelessly one-sided Indo-U.S. trade deal that was really a steal by the U.S., says Congress leader Jairam Ramesh in a post on X.

Tragic Accident on Yamuna Expressway Claims One Life

Greater Noida, May 15: A tragic road accident occurred late Thursday night on the Yamuna Expressway in Greater Noida. The incident took place in

NEET (UG) 2026 Exam Rescheduled Amid Paper Leak Controversy

New Delhi, May 15: The National Testing Agency (NTA) has announced the rescheduling of the NEET (UG) 2026 exam, now set for June 21, 2026. This d

How Tagores songs were ahead of their time in form and feeling

Rabindrasangeet, a unique genre of Indian music, bridges classical rigour with folk spontaneity and Western influences, while anticipating modern

Will lead to further inflation, growth estimates will be lowered considerably: Congress on fuel hike

PM Modi Embarks on UAE Visit to Strengthen Bilateral Ties

New Delhi, May 15: Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi departed for Abu Dhabi on Friday. His official visit to the United Arab Emirates aims to e

Former Kerala CM Pinarayi Vijayan slams Centre for hiking fuel prices

He said the Centre had used the rise of crude oil prices owing to the crisis in West Asia to fleece ordinary people, who would feel the bite of t

Nifty, Sensex rise in early deals as IT stocks rally

The 30-share BSE Sensex jumped 451.46 points or 0.60%, to 75,850.18 in morning trade. The 50-share NSE Nifty rose 143.25 points or 0.60%, to 23,8

Rising Fuel Prices Spark Mixed Reactions Among Consumers

New Delhi, May 15: Fuel prices have seen a significant increase across the country as new rates for petrol and diesel were announced on Friday. T

Interview | Translator Ross Benjamin on the International Booker-shortlisted novel,The Director

Authored by Daniel Kehlmann, the novel is based on the life of German filmmaker G.W. Pabst

Strong Dollar Causes Gold and Silver Prices to Plummet by 11,700

Mumbai, May 15: Gold and silver prices opened lower on Friday, with both precious metals experiencing a decline of up to 11,700. On the Multi Com

Anthropic, Gates Foundation launch $200 million partnership for AI in health, education

One initiative will equip research centres to use Claude to predict drug candidates for treating HPV and preeclampsia, diseases that have been le

Rupee falls 30 paise to 95.94 against U.S. dollar in early trade

On the domestic equity market front, Sensex rose 239.14 points to 75,637.86 in early trade, while the Nifty was trading 78.30 points higher at 23

Lawyers for Elon Musk and OpenAI make their final case in a trial that could shape AIs future

Lawyers for Elon Musk and OpenAI made their final arguments Thursday in the landmark trial whose outcome could shape the future of artificial int

Bomb Threat Causes Panic at Hyderabad Airport During Lufthansa Flight Arrival

Hyderabad, May 15: A bomb threat caused a stir at Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (RGIA) in Shamshabad, Hyderabad. The alert was triggered whe

Indias Fuel Price Increase: BJP Defends Low Impact Compared to Global Trends

New Delhi, May 15: Following the recent increase in oil and gas prices in India, leaders of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) have come forward to

National Testing Agency announces NEET-UG re-exam on June 21

On May 12, the NTA had announced the cancellation of NEET-UG and said the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) would carry out a comprehensive i

Fuel Up Rs 3: Why Petrol, Diesel Prices Rose After Weeks Of Centre Holding The Line

Petrol, Diesel Price Today: The ongoing conflict in Iran disturbed global oil supply. The Rs 3 increase does not fully cover the losses.

Shocking Revelation in Mumbai Family Deaths: Zinc Phosphide Poison Found

Mumbai, May 15: A significant breakthrough has emerged in the mysterious deaths of four family members in the Paydhuni area of Mumbai last month.

U.K. Health Secretary resigns, setting up potential Labour leadership challenge to Starmer

Kier Starmer is under growing pressure to step down after disastrous results for his Labour Party last week in local and regional elections.

UDF leadership meeting to lay out the contours of the next Kerala cabinetgets underway

The UDF is seeking to turn the page on the uncertainty that gripped the alliance following the Congresss ten-day delay in choosing its Chief Mini

Xi, Trump reach series of new common understandings: China's foreign ministry

Chinese President Xi Jinping and US counterpart Donald Trump held extensive discussions during Trump's three-day visit to Beijing, reaching new c

NEET UG 2026 Rescheduled For June 21 After Exam Cancellation Over Paper Leak

NTA also advised candidates and parents to rely only on its official communication channels for authentic updates and information related to the

Mystery Deepens in Udaipur Poisoning Case

Mumbai, May 15: A significant revelation has emerged in the mysterious deaths of four family members in the Paydhuni area of Mumbai last month. T

Rupee Falls 30 Paise to 95.94 Against US Dollar in Early Trade

Foreign Institutional Investors turned net buyers purchasing equities worth Rs 187.46 crore on Thursday, according to exchange data.

Oil Firms Were Losing Rs 1,600 Crore A Day. How Fuel Price Rise Will Help Them

The Journey from Monarchy to Democracy: Sikkims Unique Integration into India

New Delhi, May 15: On May 16, 1975, Sikkim officially became the 22nd state of India. This date marks not just a political merger but also a rema

NEET-UG re-exam to be held on June 21

New Delhi: Medical entrance exam NEET-UG, which was cancelled following allegations of irregularities in the examination process, will be re-cond

6 Common Dengue Myths Explained By Expert

Dr. Dinesh Kumar explains why a falling platelet count is not the only indicator of dengue severity. This guide explores 6 common myths to help n

NEET UG 2026 Re-Exam Date Out: Check When Admit Card Will Be Released

NTA has announced the NEET UG 2026 re-exam date. Candidates can check here to NEET UG exam date 2026. Admit cards are expected soon at the offici

Trump-Xi meet: US Journalists fume over Chinese officials when locked in dark room

NTA Announces NEET-UG 2026 Re-Examination on June 21 After Paper Leak Row

The accused include Mangilal Biwal, Dinesh Biwal, Vikas Biwal, Shubham Khairnar and Yash Yadav.

Minister Defends Government Amid Rising Fuel Prices, Credits PM Modi for Stability

Kolkata, May 15: In response to the recent increase in petrol and diesel prices, West Bengal Minister Dilip Ghosh defended the government, statin

Woman Killed in Hit-and-Run Case at Chandrayangutta

Fathima Begums husband and two children escaped unhurt: Police

Asia LNG demand rebound lifts upside risks to Europe gas prices, Goldman Sachs says

Asian LNG demand is showing early recovery signs. This could tighten global supplies and push European gas prices higher. China and South Korea a

Punjab Kings Suffer Fifth Consecutive Loss, Shreyas Iyer Sets Unwanted Record

Dharmshala, May 15: In the 58th match of IPL 2026, Punjab Kings (PBKS) faced a 6-wicket defeat against Mumbai Indians (MI). This marks PBKSs fift

Trump says made 'fantastic trade deals' with Xi

President Donald Trump met with President Xi Jinping in Beijing. They discussed significant trade agreements beneficial to both nations. China of

OpenAI explores legal options against Apple, source says

OpenAI wanted to resolve its issues with Apple without resorting to legal action, but its lawyers are actively working with an outside legal firm

Farmers body, Opposition seek immediate rollback of sugar export ban

Opposition protests over the plummeting of onion cost, NCP SP leader writes to CM

Goa Congress leader Ketan Bhatikar dies of snakebite

The Goa Pradesh Congress Committee paid tribute to its party leader and extended condolences to the bereaved family, as well as his friends and s

Indian Stock Market Opens Flat Amid Mixed Global Signals

Mumbai, May 15: The Indian stock market opened on a flat note on Friday, influenced by mixed global cues. At 9:18 AM, the Sensex was up by 86 poi

U.S. judge considers Anthropic's $1.5 billion settlement of authors' lawsuit

Authors and other copyright holders filed claims covering over 92% of the more than 480,000 works included in the settlement, an attorney for the

NTA announces NEET UG 2026 re-exam date; test on June 21

In an official notice, the NTA urged candidates and parents to rely only on its authorised communication channels for updates and information rel

Fixing gadgets in vehicles of no use without monitoring mechanism: Karnataka State Travel Operators Association

Without proper monitoring centres, many of the electronic safety gadgets risk becoming only compliance formalities, according to Karnataka State

NEET UG exam 2026 rescheduled for June 21 after paper leak row

The National Testing Agency has announced a re-examination for NEET (UG) 2026 on Sunday, June 21, following the cancellation of the May 3 exam du

The Healing Power of Mahua: Natures Gift for Health and Livelihood

New Delhi, May 15: In todays chaotic world, it is rare to find someone without physical or mental health issues. However, nature offers solutions

NEET UG 2026 new exam date announced: NTA to conduct re-examination on June 21 after paper leak row

NEET UG 2026 re exam date: The National Testing Agency has announced that the NEET UG 2026 re-examination, necessitated by a paper leak, will be

Discover the Benefits of Shalabhasana for Core Strength and Digestion

New Delhi, May 15: Are you struggling with weak core muscles, poor digestion, or frequent constipation? If so, Shalabhasana, also known as the Lo

Death toll from storms in Uttar Pradesh rises to 111

Severe storms struck Uttar Pradesh this week, claiming over 111 lives. Gales, lightning, and heavy rain caused widespread damage. Buildings were

'Peace can't be piecemeal': India voices concern over Strait of Hormuz, Gaza at BRICS conclave

India's External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar urged BRICS nations to find practical solutions to geopolitical crises, emphasizing the threat to

Congress Criticizes Government Over Rising Fuel Prices: Elections Over, Collection Begins

New Delhi, May 15: The Congress party has launched a strong attack on the central government following a hike in petrol, diesel, and CNG prices a

A detente emerges in Congress as Ramesh Chennithala belatedly backs Chief Minister-designate V.D. Satheesan

Mr Chennithala also appeared to dispel reports that he would eschew joining Mr Satheesans cabinet. When asked whether he would join the governmen

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi Picked for India A Tri-Series in Sri Lanka

The tri-series will feature hosts Sri Lanka A, India A and Afghanistan A

WBJEE 2026 Admit Card Today: Check Download Link, And Required Login Details

WBJEE Admit Card 2026 expected today on the official website. Candidates can check here for download link, exam date, and required login credenti

Suryas Action Entertainer Karuppu Set for Global Release

Chennai, May 15: After hours of discussions and a long wait, the producers of the highly anticipated action entertainer Karuppu starring actor Su

Donald Trump says Xi Jinpings declining America remark referred to Biden era

Trump said Xis remarks reflected the condition of the United States during the Biden administration and not the current state of the country unde

MI vs PBKS: Tilak Varma, Will Jacks Star as Mumbai Indians Beat Punjab Kings in IPL Thriller

Tilak Varmas unbeaten 75 and Will Jacks late blitz power Mumbai Indians to a thrilling win over Punjab Kings in a high-scoring IPL clash.

National Endangered Species Day: Can Indias wildlife laws stop the extinction crisis?

Reshuffle Buzz: Modi to Chair Key Cabinet Meeting on May 21

A Cabinet expansion and reshuffle is likely to be carried out during the second week of June

Ludhiana Celebrates New Flight Operations as Halwara Airport Opens

New Delhi, May 15: Ludhiana has reached a significant milestone in its aviation and infrastructure journey with the inaugural flight landing at t

Stock Market LIVE Updates, Sensex Today: Markets Open Flat Amid Mixed Global Cues, India Hikes Fuel Prices

Stock Market, Sensex, Share Market, Nifty LIVE Updates:

Donald Trump warns Iran to make deal or face destruction after Xi Jinping talks

Trump claimed that Irans military capabilities had been severely weakened and warned that the country was finished unless it agreed to a deal

Unorganised labourers, trade unions in Rajasthan seek minimum wage revision

Activists said the current wage rates were inadequate for meeting the basic necessities of food, healthcare, education, rent and transportation.

Rahul Gandhi calls Narendra Modi 'compromised' PM who bargained for Adani in US & not trade deal

Rahul Gandhi criticised Prime Minister Narendra Modi, alleging he prioritised Gautam Adani's release from US fraud charges over India-US trade de

Goas Congress Leader Ketan Bhatikar Passes Away, Leaders Express Condolences

Panaji, May 15: Ketan Bhatikar, a renowned physiotherapist and Congress leader, passed away on Friday morning, sparking a wave of mourning in Goa

Who is Padma Jaiswal? IAS officer dismissed over corruption charges; a look at her career and education qualifications

A 2003-batch IAS officer, Padma Jaiswal, has been dismissed by the Centre over corruption charges dating back to 2007-08. The action follows a re

TN CM Vijay urges PM Modi to scrap cotton import duty amid textile sector crisis

The textile and apparel industry in Tamil Nadu is undergoing a severe crisis because of the unprecedented rise in cotton and yarn prices, Chief M

Guwahati: Pawan Khera appears before Crime Branch in case linked to Assam CMs wife

Aamir Khan Reminisces at Ashok Pandits Birthday Celebration with Papa Kehte Hain

Mumbai, May 15: Actor Aamir Khan recently took fans on a nostalgic journey during filmmaker and social activist Ashok Pandits birthday party. He

Congress leader and former Jharkhand Minister, Alamgir Alam, walks out of jail

On May 15, 2024, the Enforcement Directorate arrested Mr.Alamin in the money laundering case and seized money worth 32.20 crore from the premises

Woman Killed, Looted in Home in Vizag

The police are examining the CCTV footage to identify the miscreants involved in the murder

Aamir Khan Reminisces at Ashok Pandits Birthday Bash

Mumbai, May 15: Actor Aamir Khan recently took fans on a nostalgic journey as he was spotted singing the famous song Papa Kehte Hain from his hit

Sci-fi or battlefield reality? Ukraine's bet on swarm drones

Ukrainian military and defence industry figures told AFP Kyiv had made progress in getting the much-hyped technology off the ground

Bumrah Credits Tilak and Shardul for Mumbais Victory Over Punjab

Mumbai, May 15: In a thrilling encounter of IPL 2026, the Mumbai Indians (MI) defeated the Punjab Kings (PBKS) by six wickets. Captain Jasprit Bu

Israel-Iran war LIVE: Petrol, diesel prices hiked by 3 per litre as crude costs bite

Petrol crosses 107 mark, diesel above 93 in Jaipur after Centre hikes fuel prices by 3 per litre

Shreyas Iyer Reflects on Tough Loss in Thrilling IPL Match

Dharamshala, May 15: In a gripping encounter during IPL 2026, the Punjab Kings (PBKS) faced a disappointing 6-wicket defeat against the Mumbai In

Keir Starmer faces fresh pressure after MP resignation shocks Labour

Simons, who represented the Makerfield constituency, announced his resignation through a statement shared on social media

Celebrating Shani Jayanti and Vat Savitri Vrat: Auspicious Timings and Rituals

New Delhi, May 15: May 16 marks a significant day in Sanatan Dharma, as it will witness the simultaneous celebration of Vat Savitri Vrat and Shan

mid-day Opinion: Aila! Leave Alia alone for Gods sake

The actress cant seem to do anything right her dynamic with her husband is critiqued, her hosting skills are laughed at, and now her Cannes appe

Pope decries the rise of AI-directed warfare, saying it leads to a spiral of annihilation

Pope Leo XIV has denounced investments in AI and high-tech weaponry, warning they lead to a spiral of annihilation.

Five Italians killed in scuba diving accident off Maldives coast

The divers are believed to have died while attempting to explore caves at a depth of 50 metres.

Trump says he is losing patience with Iran after talks with China's Xi

Iran war: The U.S. paused its attacks on Iran last month but began a blockade of the country's ports. Talks aimed at ending the conflict have sta

Jyeshtha Amavasya 2026 Date: When is Shani Jayanti, puja timings, rituals, mantras and why devotees observe Shani Amavasya

Jyeshtha Amavasya 2026: Devotees will celebrate Shani Jayanti on May 16, 2026, which marks the birth of Lord Shani Dev. It also falls on Shani Am

MAHE and Griffith University expand India-Australia academic partnership with dual Ph.D programme

This initiative aims at addressing the growing need for globally connected and interdisciplinary doctoral training

mid-day Opinion: Take strictest action against NEET paper leakers

If there was any faith in our education system, it has been shredded with this leak

IPL 2026: Prabhsimran Joins Orange Cap Race, Bhuvneshwar Leads Purple Cap

New Delhi, May 15: In the 58th match of IPL 2026, the Mumbai Indians (MI) triumphed over the Punjab Kings (PBKS) by six wickets on Thursday. Prab

Deadly storm batters Uttar Pradesh, leaving 89 dead and dozens injured

The Relief Commissioner added that continuous monitoring is being conducted, and the 24-hour Integrated Control and Command Centre remains fully

UAE Condemns Attack on Indian Ship Ahead of PM Modis Visit

New Delhi, May 15: The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has strongly condemned the attack on an Indian-flagged vessel off the coast of Oman. Prime Mini