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Social security measures for construction workers soon, says A.P. Minister

Proposals have been submitted for a 500-bed secondary hospital and a 150-bed superspecialty ESIC medical college in Amaravati, says Subhash

Raghav Chadha | The prodigy who walked away

The Rajya Sabha MP, who was one of the close confidants of Kejriwal, now says the toxic work culture of AAP forced him to quit the party and join

9-year-old mountaineer from Siddipet scales Australias highest peak

Vihaan undertook the expedition with a social message, carrying a banner urging youth to Say No to Drugs

India go down 0-3 to France in the Thomas Cup semifinal, settle for bronze

India's Thomas Cup title defence ended in the semifinals with a bronze after a 0-3 loss to France. Lakshya Sen's absence was as a significant fac

Hypocritical behaviour: Iran says US not complying with nuclear non-proliferation treaty

The Iranian mission to the UN has taken a strong stance against American nuclear strategies, asserting Tehran's right to continue its uranium enr

Morning Digest: ECI orders repolling in Falta, West Bengal, on May 21; Trumps warns of restarting strikes if Iran misbehaves; and more

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Hardik Pandyas Mistake Costs MI Against CSK

Mumbai, May 3: In a crucial IPL 2026 match, Hardik Pandyas strategic errors led to the Mumbai Indians defeat against the Chennai Super Kings. Whi

Mumbai Indians Face Tough Road Ahead in IPL 2026 Playoffs

Mumbai, May 3: The Mumbai Indians, five-time champions of the IPL, find themselves in a precarious position in the ongoing IPL 2026 season. After

Trump says US will reduce number of troops in Germany 'a lot further' than withdrawal of 5,000

America could be set to pull back its troops in Germany more than the previously announced 5,000.. German Defence Minister Boris Pistorius has un

Kostyuk of Ukraine Beats Russia's Andreeva to Win Madrid Open Title

The two players, whose countries have been at war since Russias invasion in 2022 , did not shake hands at the net after the match or pose togethe

India Go Down 0-3 to France in Thomas Cup Semifinal, Settle for Bronze

India, champions in 2022, had already assured themselves of a medal by reaching the semifinals, adding to their bronze finishes in 1952, 1955 and

Sringeri seat recount: Raje Gowdas vote tally reduced by 255; BJP supporters celebrate

The Returning Officer has stated that he submitted the report about verification and recount to the Election Commission

Encounter in Bihar Claims Main Accused in BJP Leaders Nephews Murder

Siwan, May 3: In a significant development, Bihar police have conducted another encounter early Sunday morning, resulting in the death of the mai

Kentucky Derby 2026 viral video: Watch emotions run high as 'Run for the Roses' at Churchill Downs becomes 'the most exciting two minutes in sports'

Kentucky Derby 2026 video: Golden Tempo stormed from the very back of the pack to triumph in the 152nd Kentucky Derby at Churchill Downs on Satur

Trump says US could restart Iran strikes 'if they misbehave'

President Trump has received intelligence regarding a potential diplomatic breakthrough with Iran. The package suggests reopening shipping routes

Restaurant Owner Drowns While Saving Friend During Picnic

Udaipur, May 3: A tragic incident occurred at the Mansi Wakal Dam in the Jhadol area on Saturday, where a restaurant owner drowned while trying t

Contractors Home Robbed of 11 Lakhs: 7 Kilos of Silver and Cash Stolen

Udaipur, May 3: A shocking robbery took place in the Saira police station area of Umrod village, targeting the home of a contractor. The incident

Outrage Erupts After Young Womans Death Following Injection in Udaipur District

Udaipur, May 3: Anger erupted among family members and villagers following the suspicious death of an 18-year-old woman at the Mandwa PHC in Udai

Why is U.S. reducing number of troops in Germany? What is Donald Trump's dispute with Chancellor Friedrich Merz?

Donald Trump's decision comes as he seethes at European allies over their unwillingness to join his campaign with Israel against Iran. He has las

T20 Mumbai League 2026: Arjun Tendulkar Fetches Highest Bid

Mumbai, May 3: The Mumbai Cricket Association (MCA) held the player auction for the fourth season of the T20 Mumbai League on Saturday, where Aka

Great White Kentucky derby 2026 horse video: What happened to Great White? Why did Great White scratch?

Kentucky derby 2026: Great White was going to be the biggest horse in the field at roughly 1,370 pounds.

Jayson Tatum injury: When will Boston Celtics star play again?

Jayson Tatum averaged 23.3 points, 10.2 rebounds and 6.8 assists through the first six games of the series, while shooting 52.2 per cent from the

Trump says U.S. could restart Iran strikes if they misbehave

When asked about Irans proposal, Mr. Trump replied: They told me about the concept of the deal. Theyre going to give me the exact wording now

Stuck for over an hour, no response from police, says woman who confronted Maharashtra Minister for traffic jam

Teena Choudhry, the woman who confronted Maharashtra Minister Girish Mahajan over a traffic jam, has released an account of the incident, saying

CEA Nageswaran calls for capex push amid EV growth momentum

India's top companies saw profits soar post-Covid. However, investments lagged. Chief economic adviser V Anantha Nageswaran called for corporate

Kentucky derby 2026 results, winners, pay out purse: All about golden tempo horse who won at Churchill Downs as woman trainer Cherie DeVaux creates history

Kentucky derby 2026 pay out: Golden Tempo gets whopping $3.1 million purse, Renegade receives a $1 million purse, Ocelli gets $500,000. Fourth pl

IDF Claims Major Strike on Hezbollah Targets

Jerusalem, May 3: The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) reported on Saturday that it has launched attacks on approximately 120 Hezbollah positions. Acc

Kantara actor Rishab Shetty meets Amit Shah in Delhi

NEW DELHI, May 2: Actor-director Rishab Shetty, known for his hit venture Kantara, called on Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Saturday. In a post

Clinical CSK outclass MI by 8 wickets to boost playoff prospects

CHENNAI, May 2: Chennai Super Kings produced a thoroughly professional display to outclass Mumbai Indians by eight wickets in a critical Indian P

Union Minister Kurian reviews welfare schemes, trout farming potential in Kargil

Excelsior Correspondent KARGIL, May 2: Union Minister of State for Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying George Kurian today interacted with m

Fighter jet production flies to Andhra Pradesh facility; Puttaparthi project likely to get Rs 1 lakh cr investments

Indias fifth-generation stealth fighter jets under the AMCA programme will be manufactured in Puttaparthi, Andhra Pradesh, with the state cabinet

Dr Ranjit honoured by Punjab Health Minister for pioneering knee surgeries

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, May 2: Renowned orthopaedic and joint replacement surgeon, Dr Ranjit Singh was honoured with the Healthcare Excell

Delegation of MSME Forum, GOC 15 Corps, others call on LG

Excelsior Correspondent SRINAGAR, May 2: A delegation of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSME) Development Forum led by its Founder Chairman

EPFO officers training prog concludes at GNLU

Excelsior Correspondent GANDHINAGAR, May 2: The 7th batch of the National Law University phase of the induction training programme for direct rec

BTSM holds national executive meeting, Vichar Goshti at Jammu

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, May 2: Bharat Tibet Sahyog Manch (BTSM) organized its national executive meeting and Vichar Goshti at the Galaxy C

DyCM calls for speedy completion of new Assembly Complex

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, May 2: Deputy Chief Minister, Surinder Choudhary today conducted inspections of new Assembly Complex and other imp

Take achievements of Modi Govt to every household: Sat to party workers

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, May 2: Maintaining that under the leadership of Prime Minister, Narendra Modi, the BJP has transformed political c

12.38 lakh tonnes paddy purchased from 1.54 lakh ryots so far, 1,129 crore paid

According to Commissioner of Civil Supplies M. Stephen Ravindra, the department is operating at full capacity across the State to handle the infl

Chouhan reviews wheat procurement in Vidisha; assures strict action against lapses

BHOPAL, May 2: Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan on Saturday reviewed wheat procurement in his Vidisha Lok Sabha constituency in M

CM Sukhu expresses grief over four deaths in Kullu accident

SHIMLA, May 2 : Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu on Saturday expressed grief over the loss of four lives in a tragic accide

Rajya Sabha MP Sandeep Pathak booked in Punjab, BJP accuses Kejriwal of political vendetta

03NEW DELHI, May 2: The Punjab Police has booked Rajya Sabha MP Sandeep Pathak, who recently quit the AAP to join the BJP with six of his colleag

Lyricist Prasoon Joshi takes charge as Prasar Bharati Chairman

NEW DELHI, May 2: The Ministry of Information and Broadcasting has appointed noted lyricist, writer and communications expert Prasoon Joshi as Ch

Awakening to Awareness

Lt Gen Narendra Kotwal (R), Dr Sumedha Kotwal narendrakotwal@gmail.com The deepest inquiry of human existence has never truly been about what we

MP boat tragedy: Death toll rises to 11; two tourists missing

JABALPUR, May 2: The bodies of two boys were recovered on Saturday evening from the Bargi Dam in Jabalpur district of Madhya Pradesh, raising the

Delhi should be tourist destination, not just transit point: CM Rekha Gupta

NEW DELHI, May 2: Delhi should be seen as a tourist destination rather than a transit hub, Chief Minister Rekha Gupta said on Saturday. While att

Allahabad HC dismisses plea for offering namaz on piece of village land in Sambhal

PRAYAGRAJ (UP), May 2: The Allahabad High Court has dismissed a petition seeking a direction to authorities to provide security and permission to

Delhi court denies bail to Al Falah University group chairman in money laundering case

NEW DELHI, May 2 : A Delhi court on Saturday rejected the regular bail application filed by the Al Falah University group chairman Jawad Ahmed Si

South Gujarat Set for Economic Leap: JP Nadda

Surat, May 3: Union Health and Family Welfare Minister JP Nadda stated on Saturday that South Gujarats emergence as a manufacturing hub reflects

HC allows JSD to withdraw benefits of SRO 59

Excelsior Correspondent Srinagar, May 2: The High Court has allowed the plea of the Government seeking withdrawal of benefits of SRO 59 and grant

Jammu Cadet to Sword of Honour

Maj Gen Ranjan Mahajan (Retd) At 60, retired Brigadier Birender Singh, son of the soil, stands as a living testament to unbreakable discipline an

Terror associate arrested in Pulwama

Excelsior Correspondent Srinagar, May 2: Police today arrested a terrorist associate and recovered arms and explosives during a joint operation i

Raising Children in Digital Age

Prof Mudita Raj ashokogra@gmail.com Step into any Indian home today and a quiet transformation is hard to miss. A child sits curled up on a sofa,

87 pc turnout in Bengal repoll

KOLKATA, May 2: Repolling in 15 booths of two assembly constituencies in West Bengals South 24 Parganas district concluded at 6 pm today, with ar

One more held in Patiala rail track blast

CHANDIGARH, May 2: Punjab Police on Saturday said it has arrested one more person in connection with the freight corridor railway track blast in

Shaurya International School holds function

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, May 2: Shaurya International School organized a function today in its premises. Dr Arun Manhas, Director Industrie

Court denies pre-arrest bail to TCS employee

NASHIK, May 2: A court in Nashik on Saturday rejected the anticipatory bail application of Nida Khan, an accused in a case related to alleged sex

JKCA officials, players selected for BCCI Centre of Excellence camps

Excelsior Sports Correspondent JAMMU, May 2: Jammu and Kashmir Cricket Association (JKCA) has achieved another significant milestone with the sel

Railways roll out 100th Vande Bharat train

Indian Railways has rolled out its 100th Vande Bharat train from the Modern Coach Factory in Raebareli. This milestone marks significant progress

Sudesh Kumar, hero of Saranga and producer of Uljhan, passes away

Veteran actor and producer Sudesh Kumar, known for his roles in 'Saranga' and 'Chhoti Bahen', passed away at 95 in Mumbai. Kumar, who also produc

Investment in Sports Infrastructure Crucial for Meghalayas Future: CM Sangma

Shillong, May 3: Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad K. Sangma stated on Saturday that investing in youth and sports infrastructure is the biggest in

Court denies bail to woman accused in TCS Nashik case

The accused is now likely to appeal against the decision in the Bombay High Court. Four others arrested in the case have been remanded to police

Rahul Gandhi cites Gujarat BJP chiefs indecent remarks against Geniben Thakor

Mr. Gandhi says the controversy exposes the BJPs anti-women and Manuwadi mindset and questions the partys commitment to empowering women

Uttarakhand Government Takes Strong Action Against Land Fraud

Dehradun, May 3: The Uttarakhand government has initiated strict measures against land fraud cases. Vinay Shankar Pandey, the Commissioner of Gar

Maharashtra Chief Minister Fadnavis Paves the Way for Mumbais Transformation: Piyush Goyal

New Delhi, May 3: Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal stated on Saturday that Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis is paving the

Delhi court rejects bail plea of Al Falah University chairman in money laundering case

The ED opposed the bail, citing the gravity of allegations and the ongoing probe

Two FIRs against defector MP Sandeep Pathak? Punjab cops wont say

Two FIRs, reportedly under non-bailable charges, have been filed against Rajya Sabha MP Sandeep Pathak in Punjab, shortly after he switched from

Heavy Rainfall in Tripura Affects 33,000 Farmers; Estimated Loss of 59 Crore

Agartala, May 3: Continuous heavy rainfall over three days in Tripura has caused significant damage to agriculture and horticulture. More than 33

Kuldeep Kumar Sets New National Record in Pole Vault at Indoor Open Combined Events

Bhubaneswar, May 3: Kuldeep Kumar made headlines on Saturday by setting a new national record in the mens pole vault during the inaugural Indian

Election Commission releases final data: 4.88 crore people voted in Tamil Nadu

Tamil Nadu witnessed a record 85.1% voter turnout in the recent assembly elections, with 4.88 crore citizens casting their ballots. Women voters

Zoram Aniya and R. Balasubramaniam Appointed as Full-Time Members of NITI Aayog

New Delhi, May 3: Prime Minister Narendra Modi has approved the appointment of Dr. Zoram Aniya as a full-time member of NITI Aayog, according to

Tragic Accident in Dhanbad Coal Washery Claims Lives of Four Workers

Dhanbad, May 3: A devastating accident occurred at the Munidih coal washery in Dhanbad, Jharkhand, operated by Bharat Coking Coal Limited (BCCL).

Jewish Proverb of the Day: If life doesnt change for the better, wait. Life lessons on action, change, habits and why doing nothing can make things worse

This Jewish proverb teaches that if you do not change your actions, life will not improve and may become worse. It explains the importance of tak

South Korea and Iran Discuss Safe Passage in Hormuz Strait

Seoul, May 3: South Koreas Foreign Minister, Choi Hyun, spoke with his Iranian counterpart, Abbas Araghchi, on Saturday, urging for the resumptio

PM Modi Congratulates New Full-Time Members of NITI Aayog, Expects Contributions to Development

New Delhi, May 3: Prime Minister Narendra Modi has congratulated the newly appointed full-time members of NITI Aayog. In a post on the social med

PM Modis Visit Highlights Vedic Clock as Global Attraction

Varanasi, May 3: Prime Minister Narendra Modis recent visit to Kashi Vishwanath Dham in Varanasi has brought the Vikramaditya Vedic Clock into th

High Voter Turnout of 90.61% Recorded in West Bengals Re-Elections

Kolkata, May 3: Re-elections at 15 polling booths across two assembly seats in South 24 Parganas, West Bengal, concluded peacefully on Saturday,

Quote of the Day by Abraham Lincoln: 'When you have got an elephant by the hind leg'Inspiring quotes by the 16th president of the United States who played a major role in the abolition of slavery

Abraham Lincoln's wisdom on knowing when to let go is highlighted through his quote about an elephant. The article explores his life, from humble

Education as the Key to Tribal Empowerment: Mohan Bhagwat

Mumbai, May 3: Mohan Bhagwat, the Chief of the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh, emphasized education as the most powerful tool for social and economi

U.S. Takes Firm Stance on Alleged Chinese Atrocities in Tibet with New Bill

Washington, May 3: U.S. Senators Rick Scott and Jeff Merkley have recently introduced the Tibet Atrocities Determination Act. This legislation ma

Plumber Held For Murder, Body Found Under Kitchen Platform

The accused Gavvala Mallesh, a native of Siddipet district, had allegedly murdered mason Kanchi Venkat Ramulu on December 15 last year.

Tamil Nadu Assembly Elections: Counting to Take Place at 62 Centers with Over 10,500 Staff Deployed

Chennai, May 3: The counting for the Tamil Nadu Assembly elections will take place on May 4 across the state. Votes from all 75,064 polling stati

Global Outcry Over Bangladesh Bar Association Election Nomination Rejections Linked to Awami League

Brussels, May 3: The Bangladesh Supreme Court Bar Association (SCBA) has rejected the nominations of 42 out of 90 lawyers for the upcoming electi

Bargi dam tragedy: MP tourism launched cruise despite high-wind forecast

Tragedy struck at Bargi Dam as a cruise, reportedly launched despite severe wind warnings, claimed 11 lives, including children. Officials reveal

Mamata Banerjee Urges TMC Agents to Demand Recount in Close Contests

Kolkata, May 3: West Bengal Chief Minister and Trinamool Congress (TMC) leader Mamata Banerjee has instructed party counting agents to immediatel

Why did the UAE quit OPEC and OPEC+?

What explains the years of simmering competition between Riyadh and Abu Dhabi? How will the UAEs decision impact oil prices? How has its decision

NCW Takes Action on Horrific Minor Rape and Murder Case in Pune

New Delhi, May 3: The National Commission for Women (NCW) has taken suo motu cognizance of a horrific incident involving the rape and murder of a

Rishab Shetty Meets Amit Shah: A Memorable Encounter Highlighting Culture and Cinema

New Delhi, May 3: Rishab Shetty, the acclaimed actor-director known for the film Kantara, met with Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Saturday. She

Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce Kentucky Derby horse racing odds rumors

Rumors swirled that Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce held a stake in Kentucky Derby contender 'The Puma,' reportedly influencing betting lines. Howe

Bhagwat Calls for Equal Opportunities, Amenities for Tribal

Strapline: At a Mumbai event, Mohan Bhagwat calls for equal opportunities and integration of tribal communities into mainstream development.

Indian Foreign Minister S. Jaishankar Welcomed at Zurich Airport During Caribbean Tour

New Delhi, May 3: Indian Foreign Minister S. Jaishankar arrived at Zurich Airport during his Caribbean tour, where he received a warm welcome fro