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Pavan K. Varma | India At Crossroads On Bail For Umar Khalid & UAPA

For decades, Indian jurisprudence has rested on a foundational principle: Bail is the rule, jail is the exception. This doctrine was memorably ar

Bihar Minister Criticizes Online Cockroach Public Party Trend

Patna, May 24: A political controversy has erupted in Bihar over the online trend known as the Cockroach Public Party. Dilip Jayaswal, the states

Ponguleti, Sridhar Babu slam KTR, Harish for threatening to scrap Future City Project

Revenue minister Ponguleti Srinivas Reddy and IT minister D. Sridhar Babu tore into BRS leaders T Harish Rao and K.T. Rama Rao for threatening to

Operation Clean Sweep Launched Across Godavari Districts

The collector said red spots and yellow spots would be identified and cleared during the first week, while the second week would focus on cleanin

African proverb of the day: 'Tomorrow belongs to people who prepare for...'- life lessons on hard work, self-discipline and why preparation is the key to success

African proverb of the day: Preparing for the future today is crucial for navigating life with confidence and stability. This African proverb emp

Pakistans Asim Munir Meets Iranian Leaders to Discuss Islamic Unity and Ceasefire

Tehran, May 23: Pakistans Field Marshal Asim Munir arrived in Tehran to engage in discussions regarding a permanent ceasefire between the United

Assam chief minister Himanta Biswa Sarma backs appeal against cow slaughter during Bakrid

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has welcomed appeals from Muslim organizations urging community members to avoid cow slaughter during Ba

Congress, BRS Failed in the State, BJP will Bring Honest and Transparent Governance, Claims Ramchander Rao

Rao alleged that the Congress government was preparing massive detailed project reports in the name of new projects, while giving priority to its

Government will ensure maximum punishment for accused in Coimbatore girl murder case: Sampath Kumar

He says the government will provide adequate relief to the family; it will also launch the Singa Penn Special Force scheme soon to strengthen sur

Major Demolition Drive Completed in Bandra, Mumbai for Railway Infrastructure Expansion

Mumbai, May 23: A significant demolition campaign conducted by Western Railway near Bandra railway station has come to a successful conclusion. T

Krishna Shastri Devulapalli | If Its Tuesday, It Must Be Strawberry

I guess my friend sent this link to me because the website of our wee indie publishing house says (rather grandiosely, if the expression on the f

Telangana to Fast-track Tourism Projects with Private Sector Participation

Inviting industrialists, investors and tourism entrepreneurs to come forward with investments, the minister assured that proposals along with det

Kashmir nomads file atrocity complaint after demolition of their houses

Indias Remarkable Progress Under PM Modi, Says Haryana Energy Minister Anil Vij

Mumbai, May 23: Haryanas Energy Minister Anil Vij stated on Saturday that India has made significant progress under the leadership of Prime Minis

BC Leaders Warn of Stir Seeking Rollback of GO 7

The meeting said attempts to dilute or scrap the fee reimbursement scheme would spark unrest and undo social gains.

UPDATED: Petrol, diesel prices hiked again in Bengaluru; transport sector warns of ripple effect

Oil companies had earlier revised prices upward by around 3 per litre on May 15, followed by another 90 paise increase on May 19.

Major Crackdown on Drug Traffickers in Jammu: Three Properties Worth 4 Crores Demolished

Jammu, May 23: The Jammu police, in collaboration with the district administration, executed a significant operation against drug trafficking, de

Telangana Thermal Units Hold Steady Coal Stocks

In Greater Hyderabad, electricity demand touched a record 4,766 MW with consumption at 100.83 million units, reflecting intense heatdriven usage.

Man held for stone pelting near Arani

As he got down from the train, Mani threw stones at the glass windows of the train and damaged them

Vellore Corporation to float tenders for complete overhaul of Amma Canteens

As per estimates, cost of renovation of each canteen will vary between 5 lakh and 10 lakh

Scientists-to-Farmers Outreach Concludes Successfully, Reaching 2.5 Lakh Farmers

He inspected the centre for digital agriculture and technology, where he reviewed drone-based research, robotics and sensor-based laboratories de

Centre releases draft norms for Viksit Bharat-G RAM G

New draft rules are out for the Viksit Bharat - Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission (Gramin). This new scheme replaces MGNREGA and will sta

Israel hits Lebanon as Hezbollah says Iran won't abandon group

Hezbollah said its chief Naim Qassem had received a message from Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi, saying the latest proposal through Pakis

Andhra, Odisha tug-of-war over 21 Kotia villages

A long-standing border dispute between Andhra Pradesh and Odisha has reignited. Odisha conducted a census in 21 disputed villages, leading to arr

IPL playoffs: Did Shreyas Iyer's Punjab Kings qualify after beating Lucknow? Check details

Shreyas Iyer's brilliant unbeaten 101 powered Punjab Kings to a crucial seven-wicket victory over Lucknow Super Giants, ending a six-match losing

Rising Temperatures Increase Forest Fire Risk in Uttarakhand: DFO Pradeep Kumar

Almora, May 23: The incidents of forest fires are on the rise across Uttarakhand, including Almora. Several areas are experiencing damage to fore

Suvendu: Ayushman Bharat Set To Start in WB From July

6 crore+ beneficiaries can avail the scheme

Major Crackdown on Illegal Liquor in Dewas: 14 Cases Seized and One Arrested

Dewas, May 23: In a significant operation against illegal liquor trade, the Industrial Police in Dewas district, Madhya Pradesh, seized 14 cases

'US Not Honest, Iran Won't Compromise In Talks': Top Negotiator To Pak

Iran's top negotiator Mohammad Baqer Ghalibaf told Pakistani army chief Asim Munir during talks in Tehran that the US was not an honest party in

IPL 2026: Shreyas Iyer's maiden IPL century helps PBKS beat LSG by 7 wickets, keeps playoffs hope alive

Punjab Kings secured a crucial seven-wicket victory against Lucknow Super Giants. Skipper Shreyas Iyer's unbeaten 101 led the chase. This win kee

India Emerges as a Major Maritime Power Shaping Security in the Indo-Pacific Region

Tokyo, May 23: Indias growing maritime strategy is being recognized as the most reliable and effective response to Chinas maritime aggression in

Cyberabad Police Intensify Crackdown on Narcotic Drugs

154 arrested, drugs worth Rs 3,69,21,200 seized

Gold Imports To Decline To 400 Tonnes This Year

Without old gold 15-20 lakh layoff likely

Speakers at leadership summit emphasise on sustained deliberation on role of AI in critical sectors

Pro Chancellor of KLE Technological University Prof. Ashok Shettar has emphasised the need for a sustained deliberation on the role of Artificial

Fuel Up 97p. In Third Hike; Diesel Crosses Rs 100

Oil marketing companies increased petrol and diesel prices by 87-91 paise per litre on Saturday, the third increase in less than 10 days. The cum

Uttar Pradesh Prioritizes Public Welfare in Power Services, Says Minister A.K. Sharma

Lucknow, May 23: Uttar Pradeshs Energy Minister A.K. Sharma has clarified that no orders have been issued regarding the deployment of the Provinc

Work First: Odisha CM Mohan Majhi Skips Holiday To Review Law And Order, Industrial Growth

The Chief Ministers decision to hold the meeting on a holiday was viewed in administrative circles as a reflection of the governments focus on pr

Hubballi Dharwad Central MLA tells officials to facilitate export of mangoes grown in region

Emphasising the need for facilitating export of the mangoes grown by the farmers of the region, Hubballi Dharwad Central MLA Mahesh Tenginakai ha

Centre committed to ensuring transparent, corruption-free recruitmentm says Union Minister Joshi

Union Minister for Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution Pralhad Joshi has said that the union government was committed to ensuring tran

`Quality seeds and scientific sowing fair on May 26 in Ballari

Konaseema, Eluru Brace for Severe Heatwave

The collector, R. Mahesh Kumar directed officials to arrange cool drinking water, buttermilk and ORS packets at crowded places and instructed fie

Cricket betting racket busted, four arrested

Police recover 36,000 in cash and eight mobile phones from the possession of the accused

KSRTC driver suspended over defamatory post against Kerala Chief Minister V.D. Satheesan

Transport corporation initiates departmental disciplinary action against the driver attached to the KSRTC Nedumkandam unit in Idukki

Successful Conclusion of CATC-4 Camp in Bihar Highlights TSC Selection Process

Patna, May 23: The CATC-4 (Combined Annual Training Camp) organized by the 23 Bihar Battalion NCC in Barouni, Bihar, has successfully concluded.

'You cant spit on my face and tell me its raining!': Sen Kennedy explodes at Army Corps official

Hyderabad Pilot Flies Indian Flag Over Pyramids

Sukumar Das was sitting at an international aero sports plenary in Switzerland earlier this year when he realised how unusual his presence there

Divis Labs Q4 net up 13% to 751 cr., declares 30 dividend

Fire Breaks Out At Machkund Power Plant

Six workers were trapped briefly inside the plant and were later rescued by employees: Reports

Central Bank plans new businesses to improve profitability

MD & CEO Kalyan Kumar confident of exceeding FY27 guidance.

The Journey of Majrooh Sultanpuri: From Poet to Icon of Indian Cinema

Mumbai, May 23: Majrooh Sultanpuri, a celebrated lyricist from the golden era of Indian film music, continues to captivate hearts with his timele

Thunderstorms Kill Three in Anakapalli District

Home minister Vangalapudi Anitha expressed shock over the deaths and conveyed condolences to the bereaved families.

Centre Exceeded Jobs Promise, Says Bandi Sanjay

Sanjay, along with railway officials, virtually watched the Prime Ministers address before distributing the appointment letters.

'Badi Pilusthondi' Drive Boosts Govt School Admissions: Collector

The collector congratulated 26 students who shifted from private schools to government schools during the campaign.

Awkward Looking Robotic Elephant No Longer Used At Yediyur Temple

Yediyuru was the first temple in Karnataka to use a robotic elephant for temple duties and the move was not well-appreciated both by devotees and

IIT-H Gets AGC Innovation Hub for AI and Digital Research

The hub is also expected to contribute to AGCs global innovation projects involving teams across Japan, Europe and other international locations.

APSFTVTDC Board Reconstituted; Bharath Bhushan Named Chairman

Senior officials from the Public Enterprises and Finance departments, along with the managing director of APSFTVTDC, will serve as ex officio dir

Major Drug Bust in Ghaziabad: Woman Arrested with Cash and Narcotics

Ghaziabad, May 23: In a significant crackdown on illegal drug trade, police in Ghaziabad arrested a woman in the Nandgram area. The accused was f

DGP Anand Pushes AI Policing Drive

Director General of Police C.V. Anand on Saturday directed officers to adopt cuttingedge technologies and artificial intelligence (AI) to strengt

CM Revanth Cuts Convoy Size

Officials said the Chief Ministers convoy earlier consisted of around 15 vehicles, which was reduced to nine vehicles earlier this month before b

Union Minister Jitan Ram Manjhi Condemns Stone-Pelting Incident in Bihar

Gaya, May 23: Union Minister Jitan Ram Manjhi has condemned the stone-pelting incident that occurred during his event near the village of Siswar

Ukrainian strike on college in Russian-occupied town kills 18: officials

The strike has drawn a strong reaction from top Russian officials, with President Vladimir Putin ordering the Army to prepare a response

Fadnavis Warns Against Black Marketing of Fuel

According to a senior official, Maharashtra had petrol stocks of 1,35,359 KL and diesel stocks of 2,56,621 KL as of May 23. Petrol sales stood at

Man Shares Emotional Story Of Leaving Noida To Return Home After 14 Years

He added that he went from walking on foot to owning an SUV, and from making hoardings to being featured on them.

Conference at UN to review nuclear non-proliferation treaty fails to reach agreement

A four-week conference at the United Nations to review the treaty to prevent the spread of nuclear weapons has ended without an agreement, as the

Police constables wife found dead; dowry harassment case registered

Book Review | The Horror Of War Through The Prism Of Sci-fi

The war is fought amid literal fog on a largely monochromatic battlefield. The empire is grey; the enemy, white; deadly giant birds, black; blood

Celebrating Rajesh Roshan: The Musical Maestro Behind Bollywoods Timeless Hits

Mumbai, May 23: In the realm of Hindi cinema, when discussing melodious music and unforgettable songs, the name Rajesh Roshan invariably comes up

Rajasthan Government Ready for Panchayat and Urban Local Body Elections: Minister Jhabar Singh Kharra

Jaipur, May 23: Rajasthans Minister Jhabar Singh Kharra announced on Saturday that the state government is fully prepared to conduct Panchayat an

Centre Ready With Rs 10,000-Crore Green Energy Investment, Telangana Govt Yet To Respond: Kishan Reddy

Kishan Reddy said renewable energy had evolved beyond a government policy into a peoples movement in India.

Telangana Cabinet Approves Breakfast, Midday Meals in All Govt Schools, Jr Colleges

The initiative is aimed at reducing dropout rates and improving student attendance, particularly in rural areas where many students travel long d

US energy products can help diversify Indias energy supply, Rubio tells PM Modi

In a statement, Tommy Pigott, spokesperson for the US State Department, said Rubio and PM Modi discussed the West Asia conflict and reviewed rece

NIA To Take Up Cases Of 3 Thadou Leaders Killing, 6 Missing Nagas In Manipur

Search and rescue operations have been launched since May 14 to trace the whereabouts of the six Naga villagers, Manipur Chief Minister Yumnam Kh

Batik Fades In Siddipet Sarees

Batik paintings, once a thriving traditional art in Siddipet district, are slowly disappearing as only a few artists continue the practice. Low d

Conflict nearing end? US, Iran say getting 'a lot closer' to a deal

Talks between Iran and the United States have reportedly shown progress towards ending the prolonged conflict. Pakistan is mediating these crucia

Director Prashant Pandiyaraj Explains Why He Took on the Lead Role in His Series Warrant

Mumbai, May 23: The South Indian web series industry is no longer limited to regional audiences; it is gaining recognition across the country. Am

India Eyes $50 Billion Trade Goal As Piyush Goyal Set For Canada Visit

Goyal will be accompanied by senior executives from more than 100 Indian companies representing sectors such as energy, metals and mining, aerosp

On Trinamool Turncoats In Bengal, BJP Between A Rock And A Hard Place

The BJP's state unit has bluntly declined to give way to prospective Trinamool turncoats, arguing the party isn't a dharmshala.

AP Launches Statewide Operation Clean Sweep Sanitation Drive

The campaign is being implemented in 123 municipalities across the state from May 22 to June 20 under the Swarna AndhraSwachh Andhra initiative.

Cab driver assaulted on KH Road

Exclusive Interview with UNESCO Director-General Khaled Al-Anani by China Media Group

Beijing, May 23: China Media Group (CMG) recently conducted an interview with Khaled Al-Anani, the Director-General of UNESCO, in the capital of

BJP MP Raghav Chadha appointed chief of Rajya Sabha's Committee on Petitions

Raghav Chadha has been appointed Chairman of the Rajya Sabha's Committee on Petitions after the panel was reconstituted on May 20 by Chairman C.

13 militants, mostly from banned outfit TTP, arrested in Pakistan

The terrorists wanted to target the offices of law enforcement agencies in Punjab; thus, thwarting a major terror attack, said the spokesperson f

INTUC Welcomes Telangana Govts Minimum Wage Hike, Seeks Better Pay for Contract Workers

The press conference was organised by INTUC general secretary R D Chandra Shekar and attended by leaders including Mogulla Raji Reddy, Adil Shari

Trump says negotiators are getting closer to Iran deal, media interviews show

President Donald Trump indicated progress in talks with Iran to end the war. He stated negotiators are close to an agreement that would prevent I

Dual PAN card case: SP leader Azam Khan's jail term enhanced from 7 to 10 years

The case relates to allegations that Abdullah obtained two PAN cards with different dates of birth to become eligible for contesting elections. T

Retired Army Man Arrested for Killing Relative Over Affair In J&K

Digital footprints led investigators straight to Chhail Singh in Jammu's Khour area.

Vaastu Bhagnani Challenges Ramesh Tauranis Claims Amid Ongoing Film Industry Dispute

Mumbai, May 23: The film industry is abuzz with controversy surrounding the movie Hai Jawaani To Ishq Hona Hai. Recently, a dispute between produ

Who is Gurtej Sandhu, the IIT Delhi engineer who beat Thomas Edison in US patent count, sparks brain drain debate online

Gurtej Sandhu, an IIT Delhi alumnus, is now the seventh most prolific inventor in US history. He has amassed over 1,300 patents, surpassing Thoma

BRS Leader Found Murdered In Suryapet Canal

The incident occurred despite a police picket in Yerkaram, which has witnessed clashes in the past, including the killing of Congress leader Vadd

CPI(M) demands scrapping NTA, seeks Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation

The party claimed that since the NTA was set up in 2017, here have been at least four instances when leakages were exposed and alleged that the