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No, This Video Doesnt Show Civilians Being Assaulted During West Bengal Polls

The video was found to date back to 15 February, which was before the polling date in West Bengal.

US To Pakistan, How International Media Covered BJP's Victory In Bengal

From London to New York and Islamabad to Dhaka, publications also gave prominent space to Tamil superstar Joseph Vijay's surprise victory in Tami

Malkajgiri Police Cracks Whip on Traffic Violators

As many as 2,727 cases were booked during a special drive and a fine of Rs.5.50 lakh was imposed on those who violated the rules: Police

Palantir lifts annual revenue forecast on robust U.S. government demand

The rising adoption of artificial intelligence tools in modern warfare has boosted demand for software platforms developed by companies such as P

In Focus podcast | Why are negotiations between the U.S. and Iran stalled?

Stanly Johny speaks to us about why U.S.Iran nuclear talks have stalled and what it means for the region.

TMC alleges post-poll violence as many party offices vandalised; BJP denies involvement

Trinamool Congress offices faced arson and vandalism across West Bengal on Monday. BJP workers celebrated their victory, while TMC accused BJP of

Weather Shift in NCR: Rain and Thunderstorms Expected Today

Noida, May 5: The weather in the National Capital Region (NCR) has taken another turn. According to the Indian Meteorological Department, rain ac

Zeenat Aman Shares Story of Losing a Precious Watch During Charity Cricket Match with Indira Gandhi

Mumbai, May 5: Veteran actress Zeenat Aman recently took to social media to share a nostalgic tale from her youth. She recounted how she lost a v

Samsung Biologics Strike Enters Fifth Day Amid Demands for Wage Increases

Seoul, May 5: Employees affiliated with the union at Samsung Biologics, the biotech arm of Samsung Group, continued their first general strike fo

Central Asia's biggest state pushes for data driven economy to avoid stagnation

Kazakhstan's President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev urged a swift transition to an AI-powered economy. He stressed that delaying this shift risks the na

Nine killed in Colombia mine explosion: government

There was an explosion inside a coal mine in central Colombia caused by a buildup of gases

3 Family Members, 3 Parties, 3 Wins: Big Draw For Lottery Baron In Polls

Santiago Martin's wife, son, and son-in-law contested from three different parties and drew victories in their respective constituencies.

Trump's retribution? What to watch in Tuesday's elections in Indiana, Ohio and Michigan

President Trump's influence is on trial in Indiana's Republican primaries. Seven state senators face Trump-backed challengers. Ohio's primaries w

Iran says 5 civilians killed in Strait of Hormuz strike, rejects US claims

According to Iranian state media reports, the vessels hit during the operation were not linked to the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC), a

Absconding murder accused arrested

The Health Benefits of Bael: Natures Solution for Common Ailments

New Delhi, May 5: Bael (Bilva) is a fruit that has been a part of traditional home remedies for centuries. It is frequently mentioned in the reme

TVK Emerges as a Strong Contender in Tamil Nadu Politics, But Needs More Seats to Form Government

Chennai, May 5: A significant shift has occurred in Tamil Nadus political landscape. C. Joseph Vijays party, TVK, has emerged as a major force in

Deadly Explosion at Chinese Fireworks Plant Claims 21 Lives, Injures 61

Changsha, May 5: A devastating explosion occurred at a fireworks plant in Hunan province, central China. According to Chinese authorities, the bl

Who was Santhosh Nair? Popular Malayalam actor with 100+ films dies in tragic road accident

Popular Malayalam actor Santhosh Nair passed away in a road accident in Pathanamthitta. His car collided with a lorry, and he reportedly suffered

How Vijays TVK won Tamil Nadu: From whistle to squirrel, the six-phase chronology of Thalapathy's 'victory-path'

Vijay Thalapathy Election Result: Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) secured 108 seats in Tamil Nadu, falling just short of a majority. This electora

No Fear Of Instability, We'll Form Government: TVK's Youngest Winner To NDTV

TVK's strategy of fielding candidates from humble backgrounds resonated with voters, Rhevanth Charan said.

Rajasthan: 9-year-old mauled to death by stray dogs in Bundi village

The victim, identified as Rinku Bheel, a Class 3 student from Alkodia village under the Talera police jurisdiction, had stepped out of her home e

Job Fraud: Man Duped of Rs 5.5 Lakh on Kuwait Job Promise

Udaipur, May 5, 2026 (Udaipur Kiran) A case of job fraud has been reported in the Surajpol police station area, where a man was allegedly cheate

OpenAI co-founder under fire in Elon Musk trial over $30 billion stake

Elon Musk's lawyers called Greg Brockman to the stand in an effort to show the jury that OpenAI's founders manipulated their original benefactor

US, Gulf Arab nations draft new UN resolution on Strait of Hormuz

The United States and Gulf Arab nations are preparing a United Nations Security Council resolution. This resolution aims to condemn Iran for obst

Rupee hits record low as fading hopes of U.S.-Iran peace spotlight economic risks

The currency weakened to 95.39 per dollar, down 0.3% on the day

China: Explosion at Fireworks Plant Kills At Least 21 People

Nearly 500 rescuers were deployed to the scene and residents in danger zones were evacuated by authorities

Premier League title race: Manchester Citys last-gasp draw at Everton hands momentum to Arsenal

The draw ended a run of three consecutive wins for City and left it five points behind the London club

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Das Adam Smith Problem: rethinking Smiths moral and economic worlds

The Das Adam Smith Problem shows an apparent dichotomy between sympathy and self-interest in Adam Smiths works, but most scholars now view it as

Iranian state media counters US claims, says 5 civilians killed in clumsy Hormuz Strait strike

Iran's state media claims US forces attacked civilian cargo boats in the Strait of Hormuz, resulting in five deaths, contradicting Washington's a

WHO confirms second hantavirus case on Dutch cruise ship

The newly confirmed case involved a Dutch female passenger who died on April 27, according to the cruise operator. This marks the second confirme

Jaishankar holds talks with Jamaican counterpart, calls for stronger economic ties

White House weighs vetting AI models before public release, says NYT

The White House is discussing an executive order that would establish a working group of tech executives and government officials to examine pote

Second Case of Hantavirus Confirmed on Dutch Cruise Ship

The Hague, May 5: The World Health Organization (WHO) has confirmed a second case of hantavirus infection aboard a ship in the Atlantic Ocean. Th

2 Killed as Car Rams into Lorry in Sangareddy

Minutes after reaching the bypass road at Zaheerabad in Sangareddy district, the car driver lost control and rammed into a stationary lorry

21 killed, 61 injured in blast at fireworks factory in China

Beijing, May 05: At least 21 people were killed and 61 others injured in a massive explosion at a fireworks factory in China's Hunan province, of

Astronomers Discover 27 Potential Tatooine-Like Planets Orbiting Two Stars

The potential planets were detected using data from NASA's Transiting Exoplanet Survey Satellite.

No peepshow here, please: Mumbais historic precincts under siege

Last Saturdays Page 1 coverage in this newspaper about a sign calling for the ban on photography and modelling in Bandras Ranwar Village, highlig

May 6 Panchang: Important Auspicious and Inauspicious Times to Note

New Delhi, May 5: The Panchang holds significant importance in Sanatan Dharma. It determines the start of the day and identifies auspicious and i

Ryan Rickelton Praises Rohit Sharma as One of Indias Greatest Batsmen

Mumbai, May 5: In a thrilling IPL 2026 match, the Mumbai Indians (MI) secured a 6-wicket victory against the Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) at Wankhe

Trisha Krishnan wears Rs 12,000 suit on her 43rd birthday in Tirupati just before Vijay's TVK impressive win in Tamil Nadu

Actress Trisha Krishnan marked her birthday with a spiritual visit to Tirupati and her Rs 12,000 outfit gained attention. Later, she visited acto

US Secret Service confirms shooting near White House, armed man shot

Citing a federal source, Fox News reported that Secret Service Uniformed Division officers engaged the suspect after the individual pulled a gun

MOMENT: Trump jokes he'll leave office in 'eight or nine years'

People voted for stability, says PM Modi on Assembly poll outcome

Addressing party workers during victory celebrations at the BJP headquarters in Delhi on Monday, the Prime Minister highlighted the broader globa

China fireworks factory blast kills 21, injures 61 in Hunan

The blast occurred at a plant operated by a local fireworks company in Liuyang, a region widely known as the global hub of fireworks production

Rangasamy expresses happiness over NDAs performance

Mr Rangasamy said the victory was a reflection of the faith reposed by the people of Puducherry on his government

Trump Declares Tariffs as Key Tool in U.S. Trade Policy, Targets China

Washington, May 5: President Donald Trump stated that tariffs will remain a central tool in U.S. trade policy. He emphasized that these tariffs s

Surya Kumar Yadav Praises Rohit Sharma for Entertaining Performance in Mumbai Indians Victory

Mumbai, May 5: The Mumbai Indians (MI) secured a thrilling 6-wicket victory against the Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) at Wankhede Stadium on Monday.

Sibsagar election results 2026: BJP's Kushal Dowari won against Rajjor Dal's Akhil Gogoi

EAM Jaishankar Meets Jamaican Counterpart Kamina Johnson Smith to Discuss Key Issues

New Delhi, May 5: Indias External Affairs Minister Dr. S. Jaishankar met with his Jamaican counterpart, Kamina Johnson Smith, during his visit to

Pixxel to launch Indias first orbital data centre satellite this year

Pixxel will design, build, launch, and operate the satellite, and Sarvam will provide the AI backbone

Fake polls: President Trump dismisses claims of declining support for Iran war

Amid growing indications of public unease over the conflict, Trump criticised polling data that suggested low approval for the military action

Not just Thalapathy Vijay! His drivers son also dethrones a DMK MLA. Who is he and how did he push Stalins party out?

In a stunning upset, R Sabarinathan, son of TVK chief Vijay's driver, secured a significant victory in Virugambakkam, defeating the sitting DMK M

IMF chief Georgieva warns of 'much worse outcome' if conflict drags into 2027, oil hits $125

Global economy faces a grim future if the Middle East conflict continues until 2027. IMF chief Kristalina Georgieva warns of significantly higher

NIUM calls on young innovators to reimagine Indias cities

The Urban X Challenge Ideathon aims to foster creativity, critical thinking and problem-solving among young minds by inviting ideas that can tran

Punjab CM to meet President Murmu today over seven AAP RS MPs defection to BJP

Ahead of the meeting, Mann stated that the issue strikes at the core of democratic values, describing the alleged defections as a betrayal of the

New AI model detects pancreatic cancer before visible diagnosis

The model identifies faint tissue changes linked to pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma

Russia and Ukraine announce separate ceasefire windows ahead of May 9

According to the statement, the decision was taken by President Vladimir Putin, declaring that a ceasefire is declared on 8-9 May 2026 in honour

Trump Highlights Small Businesses as Backbone of American Economy

Washington, May 5: President Donald Trump emphasized that small businesses are the backbone of the American economy, attributing their growth to

Trump Claims U.S. Military Achievements Against Iran in Mini War

Washington, May 5: President Donald Trump stated that the U.S. militarys actions against Iran are progressing effectively. He emphasized that Ira

US fights to reopen the Strait of Hormuz as the UAE comes under attack in a test of Iran truce

The United States said it reopened a shipping lane in the Strait of Hormuz after engaging Iranian forces, sinking six boats that were targeting c

Devotees Gather for Temple Festival, Hanuman Idol Consecrated

Udaipur, May 5, 2026 (Udaipur Kiran) A large number of devotees gathered at Shri Ram Park in A-Block, Chitrakoot Nagar, to witness the third ann

Ganjam special school students with disabilities achieve 100 per cent result

Disability has not deterred the visually and hearing impaired students from the path of success as all 25 students from the two special schools h

Green Saviours Meet Focuses on Environment, Sandalwood Plantation

Udaipur, May 5, 2026 (Udaipur Kiran) A key meeting of Green Saviours, a group of retired forest officials, was held at Aranya Kutir in Udaipur,

West Bengal polls: TMC claims BJP behind arson attack on Siliguri office, shares video

Donald Trump jokes about 8-9 more years in White House, sparks debate

Speaking at the White House Small Business Summit, Trump made a light-hearted comment suggesting he could continue as president beyond the usual

Ex-MLA Shashank Bhargava booked for abetment of farmers suicide

The body of farmer Govind Gurjar was found on April 27 near a railroad at Peepal Wali Puliya, Vidisha City Superintendent of Police Atul Singh sa

Iran denies UAE strike role, blames US 'military adventurism'

Tensions flare in the Middle East as Iran denies responsibility for a drone strike on UAE oil facilities. Iran blames US military actions for the

Zelenskyy, EU Commission Prez hold talks on Ukraine loan

We also agreed to move forward on a Drone Deal and reviewed details for security cooperation

Gunfire Near the White House Leads to Temporary Lockdown

Washington, May 5: A lockdown was briefly imposed near the White House following the shooting of an armed individual. According to officials, the

Iran reviewing US counter-proposal to halt ongoing conflict

Baghaei noted that the US message was received through Pakistan. The spokesperson highlighted the difficulties in the negotiation process, sugges

Telangana Govt Sets Up ICC to Address Women Employees Grievances

The committee would receive complaints regarding sexual harassment of women employees in workplace and enquire in the matter and prepare a detail

Kerala Assembly Elections 2026: CPI suffers major setback, seat count halved

The outcome marks a sharp decline from the performance in the Assembly polls of 2021, when the party had won 17 seats. Despite the overall declin

19 coins lead to major Viking Age hoard discovery in Norway

The number of coins grew exponentially initially to 70, then to 500, and eventually to over 1000

Donald Trump claims Iran `has no military left` amid US action

Trump emphasised that the primary objective of the military action was to prevent Iran from acquiring nuclear weapons, which he described as an u

Morning Brief Podcast: Polls on my Pod: Bengal Flips, Vijay Disrupts, Kerala Resets

Iran-Israel war LIVE: Ceasefire on brink as UAE reports attacks

U.S. President Donald Trump launched Project Freedom seeking to open the Strait of Hormuz to shipping, prompting Iran to lash out

AAP Legislators to Meet President Murmu to Discuss Democracy

New Delhi, May 5: Amid ongoing political turmoil in Punjab, Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann is set to meet President Droupadi Murmu in New Delhi alo

Quote of the day by Helen Keller: Your success and happiness lie in you. External conditions are the accidents of life. The great enduring realities are Life lesson on success and happiness: the power that was always yours

Helen Keller quote on success and happiness: The woman who could not see the world proved that the world you cannot see is the only one that trul

Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann to Discuss Alleged Defections with President Murmu

New Delhi, May 5: Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann is set to meet President Droupadi Murmu on Tuesday. The meeting will address the issue of s

IPL 2026: MI Secures Major Win but Remains Ninth; Who Holds the Orange and Purple Caps?

Mumbai, May 5: The 47th match of IPL 2026 took place on Monday evening at the Wankhede Stadium, featuring the Mumbai Indians (MI) against the Luc

Breakthroughs New Film, From Fields to Flight, Takes Off, Championing Womens Financial Independence

Premiered at AmDocs Film Festival, the film sparks powerful conversations on gender norms, aspiration, and womens financial independence

Major Drug, Arms Seizure in Sriganganagar; Two Arrested

Jaipur/Sriganganagar, May 5, 2026 (Udaipur Kiran) Acting on the directions of Director General of Police Rajeev Kumar Sharma, Sriganganagar Poli

Iran War Live Updates: 'Theyll be blown off the face of the Earth,' Trump ups the ante against Iran

Met Gala Guests Take Artistic Liberties With Dress Code

Osaka stunned as she left The Mark Hotel for the Gala in a dramatic Robert Wun white sculptural fitted dress with exaggerated shoulders and adorn

12 Trapped After Central Colombia Mine Explosion

Twelve people were trapped after a mine explosion in central Colombia on Monday, the regional governor said...

Delhi, Noida, Gurugram, Ghaziabad weather alert: Rain likely in capital today? Here's what IMD has predicted for the whole week

Delhi is set for thunderstorms and rain on Tuesday, May 4. Overnight showers and gusty winds have already brought temperatures down across the ca

Trends Launches This Holiday, Trend It Campaign

Bengaluru, May 5, 2026 (Udaipur Kiran) Indias leading fashion retail chain Trends has launched its new consumer campaign, This Holiday, Trend It

US-Iran Ceasefire Live Updates: Ceasefire On Brink As US, Iran Trade Fire, UAE Reports Attacks

US-Iran Ceasefire Live Updates: The attacks shattered a period of relative calm in the Middle East since the ceasefire took effect on April 8.