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Hello, Goodbye: Stephen Colbert Signs Off From Late Show

But one A-lister who eluded the comic to the end was the pope, whom Colbert, a devout Catholic, had long touted as his dream guest.

'Emily in Paris': Lily Collins Announces Season 6 as Final Chapter

Making 'Emily in Paris' with this extraordinary cast and crew has been the trip of a lifetime, said series creator Darren Star.

ED Launches Major Raid in Kolkata Over Alleged Land Fraud Linked to Sona Pappu

Kolkata, May 22: The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has initiated a significant search operation in connection with the alleged land fraud case inv

Zubeen Garg Case: High Court to Hear Bail Plea of Festival Organizer Today

Guwahati, May 22: The Guwahati High Court is set to hear the bail application of Shyamkanu Mahanta today. He is accused in the case concerning th

Watch: Rubio cautiously optimistic ahead of Pakistan talks in Tehran

Congress leader Thiruvanchoor Radhakrishnan elected Kerala Speaker

In the elections held to Speakers post, Thiruvanchoor won 101 votes, while A.C. Moideen of Opposition LDF and B.B. Gopakumar of BJP-led NDA won 3

IPL 2026: Chennai Super Kings captain Ruturaj Gaikwad fined for slow over-rate

The defeat also ended the five-time champions' slim hopes of qualifying for the last four

Tamil Nadu Expands Cabinet with Two New Ministers Approved by Governor

Chennai, May 22: The Tamil Nadu government has initiated the process of expanding its cabinet. The Chief Minister has recommended the inclusion o

Rupee Rises 18 Paise to 96.18 Against US Dollar in Early Trade

Foreign Institutional Investors offloaded equities worth Rs 1,891.21 crore on a net basis on Thursday, according to exchange data.

Constitution not a privilege of few cosmopolitans, belongs to every citizen: CJI Surya Kant

The Constitution is not a privilege of a few cosmopolitans who can afford cost-bearing processes and engage the best of the brains to assert some

The Power of Padmasana: A Natural Remedy for Body and Mind

New Delhi, May 22: In todays fast-paced world, time is scarce and workloads are heavy, leading to common issues like mental stress and lack of co

Pakistan to issue commemorative coin to mark 75 years of ties with China

Pakistan is releasing a special 75 rupee coin to celebrate 75 years of diplomatic ties with China. This marks a significant milestone in their en

Power outages recorded in Ukraine's Russia-controlled Zaporizhzhia region, media say

Russia-appointed head of the parts of the Southern Kherson region held by Russian forces, Vladimir Saldo, said on Telegram that nine areas were c

Cockroach Janta Party has nearly 80% followers from Pakistan, Bangladesh and Turkey, claim netizens; potential bot activity suspected

Cockroach Janta Party followers: A new Gen-Z group, Cockroach Janta Party (CJP), has rapidly gained millions of Instagram followers, surpassing t

PM Modi to Hold Bilateral Talks with Cyprus President Today

New Delhi, May 22: Prime Minister Modi will engage in discussions with Cyprus President Nikos Christodoulides today in New Delhi. The meeting aim

'I HATE MICHAEL': Satya-maker Ram Gopal Varma on why he 'hates' Michael Jackson

Filmmaker Ram Gopal Varma penned an emotional note on Michael Jackson. He recalled the shock of Jackson's death and the profound impact the pop i

Forecast of rain in Bengaluru till May 25, yellow alert issued

Heavy rain on May 21 evening had disrupted normal life in several parts of the city

Andhra photographer Rukhiya Mohammed on her award-winning photographs of Eastern Ghats

Rukhiya Mohammed shares her thoughts on winning the Nature inFocus Award 2025 for documenting the changing landscapes of the Eastern Ghats

'Pakistan spy': Who is this Punjab man accused of installing CCTV on highway only to send Indian army movement footage to enemy?

A man from Pathankot, Punjab, was arrested for allegedly spying for Pakistan-based handlers by installing an internet-enabled CCTV camera to moni

Delhi-NCR taxi, auto unions strike enters second day over fare revision

Commercial vehicle operators and taxi unions in Delhi-NCR are on a 72-hour strike. They protest rising fuel and CNG prices. Drivers demand fare r

Maharashtra and Tamil Nadu Announce Rajya Sabha By-Elections on June 18

New Delhi, May 22: The Election Commission of India has announced by-elections for two Rajya Sabha seats in Maharashtra and Tamil Nadu. These sea

What else does Marco Rubio have in store for Indian foreign policy?: Jairam Ramesh on state visit of Venezuelan President to India

Congress MP Jairam Ramesh on Friday expressed his frustration over the South Block's agenda being disseminated from Washington's podiums after US

Gold and Silver Trade in Limited Range Amid Global Instability

Mumbai, May 22: Gold and silver opened with slight declines on Friday, trading within a limited range amid ongoing global instability. On the Mul

California governor orders a plan to cope with AI job upheaval

The executive order will mobilise state agencies, experts, universities and industry leaders to develop policies

Power outages hit Russia-controlled Zaporizhzhia region in Ukraine, media say

Emergency power blackouts struck the Russia-controlled Zaporizhzhia region on Friday, while parts of southern Kherson experienced electricity out

Stock Markets Recover in Early Trading

Hopes of progress in the US-Iran peace negotiations also added to markets' optimism.

Bihar Minister Ramkripal Yadav Addresses Law and Order and Rising Milk Prices

Patna, May 22: Bihars Minister Ramkripal Yadav has responded to Chief Minister Samrat Chaudharys remarks regarding criminals. He emphasized the g

Beating the Heat: Indias data centre dream and the 50C reality in its path

India's digital economy is expanding rapidly. However, extreme heat is straining its data centers. Rising temperatures increase cooling needs, le

U.S. Senate Advances Intelligence Bill to Support Ukraine and Strengthen Partnerships with Allies

Washington, May 22: The U.S. Senates key Intelligence Committee has moved forward with a comprehensive Intelligence Authorization Bill. This legi

Cannes 2026: Pedro Almodovar criticises Trump, wears 'Free Palestine' pin

Cannes Film Festival has been a regular platform for the director whose new film Bitter Christmas earned a 6.5-minute standing ovation.

VCK, IUML join Vijays Cabinet in Tamil Nadu

With VCKs Vanni Arasu and IUMLs Shahjahan on board, Vijays Cabinet in Tamil Nadu now has 35 Ministers

Election Commission of India announces Rajya Sabha polls for 24 seats on June 18

ECI said the elections for the Rajya Sabha seats will be held in 10 States where the incumbents are retiring on different dates beginning June 21

CSK Faces Disgraceful Exit from IPL 2026 with Record Loss to GT

Ahmedabad, May 22: The Chennai Super Kings (CSK) concluded their IPL 2026 campaign in an unexpected manner. On Thursday, they suffered a staggeri

CENTCOM showcases war readiness as US-Iran talks intensify

Amid intense indirect discussion over a ceasefire framework between Washington and Tehran, US Central Command (CENTCOM) said that the strike grou

He's hitting the ball in nets as well as I've ever seen him: CSK bowling coach on MS Dhoni's batting form

Chennai Super Kings (CSK) bowling coach Eric Simons said that while the legendary MS Dhoni has not played in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026

CSK Faces Defeat as GT Dominates in IPL 2026 Finale

Ahmedabad, May 22: The IPL 2026 season concluded for the Chennai Super Kings (CSK) with a significant defeat. In the 66th match of the tournament

Odisha govt mandates EV use for official work, pushes virtual meetings

Odisha government mandates virtual meetings and a 10% fuel cut across departments. Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi's directive emphasizes elect

Tamil Nadu cabinet expansion: CM Vijay inducts VCK, IUML MLAs as ministers

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin expanded his cabinet, inducting Vanni Arasu from VCK and AM Shahjahan from IUML. This move strengthens coal

France: Part of Eiffel Tower sold at auction for 450,000

A French collector bought a 14-step staircase section of the Eiffel Tower at an auction in Paris.

IPL 2026: Sai Sudharsan Claims Orange Cap as Gujarat Titans Defeat Chennai Super Kings

New Delhi, May 22: In a thrilling encounter of IPL 2026, Gujarat Titans (GT) showcased an impressive performance, defeating Chennai Super Kings (

Founder's Parents Lose Sleep as 'Cockroach' Sets Social Media on Fire

Bhagwan added that Abhijeet decided to study journalism abroad because his sister was already there. The father said he wanted his son to take up

Meta settles social media addiction case brought by rural Kentucky school district

Meta has settled the first of many lawsuits brought by school districts across the country that sued social media companies seeking compensation

Tamil Nadu Cabinet expansion: Shahjahan, Vanni Arasu sworn in as ministers

AM Shahjahan of IUML and Vanni Arasu of VCK were sworn in as ministers by Governor Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar in Chennai. Chief Minister C Josep

Discovering Airglow: Earths Enigmatic Glow Explained

New Delhi, May 22: The Earths atmosphere is home to a stunning and mysterious glow known as Airglow. Recently, a captivating image taken from the

Quote of the Day by Kevin O'Leary: Im not trying to make friends, Im trying to Canadian business tycoons timeless wisdom on money and wealth

Kevin O'Leary, a prominent businessman and Shark Tank personality, built his success on a pragmatic approach to entrepreneurship. His philosophy,

SSC CGL 2026 notification out: Check vacancy details, PDF download, application fee, last date, and how to apply for over 12,000 jobs in ministries, departments, and govt offices

SSC CGL Notification 2026 pdf: The Staff Selection Commission has opened registrations for the SSC CGL Examination 2026, aiming to fill approxima

Delhi Government Imposes Strict Ban on Sacrifices in Public Spaces for Bakrid

New Delhi, May 22: The Delhi government has announced stringent guidelines for Bakrid. Minister Kapil Mishra shared these directives via a video

Vida Announces the Listing of its Tokenized Equity (VIDAx) on Paywards xStocks

RBI not in favour of rate hikes to defend rupee, prioritises inflation

The Reserve Bank of India is not favoring interest rate hikes to protect the rupee. Instead, it is exploring other options. Inflation, not the cu

Farming community praises PM Modi after receiving FAOs highest honour

Since 2014, substantial progress has been made in increasing farmers` income and boosting the production of high-quality agricultural produce

CM Vijays Cabinet in T.N. takes final shape with total strength of 35

Tamil Nadu Governor Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar administered the oath of office and secrecy to the new Ministers at Lok Bhavan in Chennai

Shashi Tharoor's Advice To Opposition Amid 'Cockroach Janata Party' Rage

This is an opportunity that the Opposition must seize, the Congress MP wrote.

Govt. school students from Guntur enjoy exposure trip to Delhi

Who Runs Iran Today? No, It's Not Just Mojtaba Khamenei

Experts point out that their shared backgrounds, careers and ideological outlook are the reasons why neither the war nor the collapse of the gove

Shubman Gill Expresses Joy Over Teams Timely Rhythm Recovery

Ahmedabad, May 22: Shubman Gill, captain of the Gujarat Titans (GT), expressed his happiness at seeing his team regain their rhythm at the right

Samsung workers to begin vote on pay deal

SAMSUNG-ELEC-Samsung workers to begin vote on pay deal

Umar Khalid moves Delhi HC seeking interim bail in 2020 riots case

Khalid had also submitted that his mother has been unwell and has been advised surgery for lump excision on June 2 at a private hospital

Esports World Cup 2026 Moved From Riyadh to Paris

The 2026 edition of the Esports World Cup -- to be held from July 6 to August 23 -- will see players compete in 24 titles for a prize pool exceed

Ensure Smooth Conduct of UPSC Prelims Exam in Hyderabad: Narayan Reddy

As many as 44,209 candidates would be appearing for the exam in 100 centres in Hyderabad: Official

Who is Raseshwari Devi, spiritual leader behind upcoming 1,500-seat meditation and wellness centre on World Meditation Day 2026?

Raseshwari Devi ji: Spiritual leader Raseshwari Devi announced a new Yoga and meditation hall in Odisha and a week-long camp in Haridwar for Worl

Major Breakthrough for Delhi Police: Two Brothers Arrested for Vehicle Theft and Burglary

New Delhi, May 22: The Delhi Polices South District has achieved a significant success in tackling vehicle theft and burglary cases. Alert person

Spotify strikes deal with Universal Music to let premium users create AI covers, remixes

What were building is grounded in consent, credit and compensation for the artists and songwriters that take part, said Spotify Co-CEO Alex Norst

Man Pays Poignant Tribute To Gaming Friend Of 15 Years Who Passed Away: 'Lost My Duo'

Gamer recalls 15 years of memories with online friend in heartfelt Reddit post.

Rising Health Threats in Sudan: Dengue, Mpox, and Cholera Outbreaks Prompt Urgent Response

New Delhi, May 22: Amid deteriorating security conditions and challenges in delivering aid, agencies in Sudan are working to control the rising c

Two MLAs From IUML, VCK Take Oath In Vijay's Cabinet In Tamil Nadu

Vijay TVK Government Formation: Two MLAs from IUML, VCK Take Oath In Vijay's Cabinet In Tamil Nadu

Govt plans childhood cancer registry as India battles 75,000 new cases a year

MIT Scientists Suggest Everyday Foods To Help Your Gut Repair Itself

A new MIT study confirms that a simple amino acid is behind strengthening the gut. Here is which everyday foods that have this amino acid and why

At least 2 dead, several injured after bus tanker crash on Agra Lucknow Expressway

Two people were killed and nearly 20 others injured after a double-decker sleeper bus collided with a tanker and caught fire on the Agra-Lucknow

Indian Stock Market Opens Strong Amid Global Positivity, Auto Stocks Lead Gains

Mumbai, May 22: The Indian stock market opened on a positive note on Friday, buoyed by strong global signals. At 9:17 AM, the Sensex rose by 161

Had a fruitful meeting with council of ministers, says PM Modi

PM Modi said the discussions centred around policy reforms and governance initiatives that could improve public service delivery and strengthen e

Quote of the Day by Jon Bon Jovi: Falling in love is painful on the knees - a relationship lesson from the Bed of Roses singer for people who dare to care

Quote of the Day by Jon Bon Jovi offers a sharp observation on love. His quote 'Falling in love is painful on the knees' reveals the vulnerabilit

'$500 billion in bilateral trade by 2030': US envoy Sergio Gor hints at trade pact with India

In a strategic move, the US is pushing to wrap up a trade deal with India that seeks to expand market access and lower trade obstacles, aiming fo

Assam Government Commits to Protect Biodiversity and End Poaching

Guwahati, May 22: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma reaffirmed the state governments commitment to biodiversity conservation, forest prote

CSK skipper Ruturaj Gaikwad fined for slow over-rate

Chennai Super Kings captain Ruturaj Gaikwad has been fined INR 24 lakhs for a slow over-rate during their IPL match against Gujarat Titans. This

Inside NTA's Presentation To Parliament Panel On NEET-UG Cancellation

NEET UG 2026 Paper Leak: NTA tells a Parliamentary Standing Committee that the alleged NEET paper leak did not originate through the internal sys

Severe Heat Wave Hits NCR, Temperatures Expected to Exceed 45 Degrees for Five Days

Noida, May 22: A severe heat wave is gripping the National Capital Region (NCR), affecting Noida, Ghaziabad, Gurugram, and Delhi. Residents are s

Air France flight to U.S. diverted to Montreal due to Ebola travel restrictions

The spokesman said in an email officials took decisive action and prohibited the flight carrying that traveller from landing at Detroit Metropoli

'Do epic s**t': Why billionaire Ankur Warikoo still wakes up at 4:30 am even after closing his Rs 100 crore business

Ankur Warikoo, a popular finfluencer, has shared his disciplined morning routine. This comes after he announced the closure of his Rs 100 crore c

JEE Advanced 2026 Answer Key When? Question Paper Out On Official Website

JEE Advanced 2026: The questions were designed to test the comprehension, reasoning and analytical ability of candidates.

New biotechnology breakthrough may cut reliance on petroleum-based naphtha

The platform uses glycerol, a byproduct of biodiesel production

Republicans Call Off Vote on Iran War Resolution That Was on the Verge of Passing

We had the votes without question and they knew it, and as a result theyre playing a political game, said Democratic Rep. Gregory Meeks, who spon

UK releases documents on Andrew Mountbatten-Windsors 2001 appointment

The documents were released after an opposition party used a parliamentary device to request files regarding Andrew s appointment as a government

West Aisa conflict: US submits new ceasefire proposal to Iran through Pakistan

As the negotiations continue, Pakistan Army Chief Asim Munir has planned a visit to Iran

Amit Shah Salutes BSFs All-Women Team for Singing Vande Mataram on Everest

New Delhi, May 22: Union Home Minister Amit Shah has praised the all-women team of the Border Security Force (BSF) for their remarkable achieveme

Political banter finds its way into legal arguments in SC

Stock Market LIVE Updates, Sensex Today: Sensex Jumps 140 Points, Oil Still Above $104 A Barrel

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

Texas Sues WhatsApp, Meta Over Data Access, Encryption Claims

The lawsuit says WhatsApp and Meta falsely assure users that WhatsApp messages are encrypted despite having access to virtually all private commu

UN Flags 'Grave Concern' Over Taliban Law Allowing Child Marriage

Women and girls face widespread discrimination in Afghanistan, with laws dictating how they must dress and behave. They are banned from secondary

NASAs Hubble captures comet breaking apart in real time

The odds of Hubble catching such an event at exactly the right moment are incredibly small

mid-day Opinion: This Melodi is very, very spicy

Learn from the pros! The Melody moment between the PM and Italian PM Giorgia Meloni teaches us valuable lessons in social media marketing and vir