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RCEP seen as Key Anchor for Asian Growth
Agreement set to help global economy cope with geopolitical shifts, growing challenges
California Mayor Admits to Being China Agent
Wang resigned from her post as mayor on Monday, according to the Arcadia City Council's website
14 Lakh Kanals Of State Land Encroached In Jammu, 3 Lakh In Kashmir: Official Data
JAMMU, May 12: More than 17 lakh kanals of state land have been encroached by the land mafia across Jammu and Kashmir, with Jammu division accounting for over 14 lakh kanals, more than three times the figure recorded in Kashmir division, while Rajouri district topped the list among all 20 districts, official data said. According to the official figures, a total of around 17,27,247 kanals of encroached state land entries were expunged from revenue records across Jammu and Kashmir. Of [] The post 14 Lakh Kanals Of State Land Encroached In Jammu, 3 Lakh In Kashmir: Official Data appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
CM Vijay is living MGR: TN Assembly Speaker JCD Prabhakar
Earlier, Prabhakar was unanimously elected as Tamil Nadu Assembly Speaker
DYPIU Signs MoU with Dassault Systmes to Establish Experience Centre
Afcons forays in Europe, with a major railway project in Croatia
Cambridge English convenes Asia Pacific leaders to accelerate action on AI in education
Herbalife India recognised as Top Supply Chain Performer at ISCM E-Comm Nexus Awards 2026
SBILs Mothers Day film captures mothers emotional intelligence, her quiet reassurance, and her instinctive ability to help her loved ones move ahead in life with confidence
Telangana Police Rolls Out #StandWithHer Campaign to Tackle Harassment
The campaign, led by Women Safety Wing DGP Charu Sinha, IPS, aims to engage men as active partners in this social movement and has rapidly sparked conversation across the state
IIIT Hyderabad and Athenian Tech to Launch AI-Powered Cybersecurity Initiative
The MoU was signed recently by Prof. U Deva Priyakumar, Dean Research & Development, IIIT Hyderabad and Dr Kanishk Gaur, Chief Executive Officer, Athenian Tech Private Limited.
Newton Cinema Makes Cannes Market Debut and Announces Salim Ahameds Fifth Directorial Feature
Khammam: Two Drivers Burnt Alive in Road Accident
A firefighting vehicle rushed to the spot and brought the fire under control.
PPDF is now live on Azbit and PancakeSwap, also trackable across major platforms
The encounter took place when Gurpreet Singh was being taken to Sakaldiha village to recreate the crime scene
Mobupps Unveils ECHO AI A Self-Learning Mechanism
173 Indians Held In Sri Lanka Amid Latest Cybercrime Crackdown
A group of 198 foreigners, comprising 173 Indians and 25 Nepalese, were arrested in the southern resort areas of Galle, Hikkaduwa and Midigama late on Monday.
Tell Adani, Ambani, To Help India: Congress Leader VH On Modi's Post-election Lecture
Instead of lecturing the common man, they should ask Adani, Ambani, and the wealthy people of Gujarat to contribute more towards helping India, VHR stated.
Zydus Hospital, Ahmedabad, performs 100+ successful Scarless Thyroid Surgeries
How Remote-Access Thyroid Surgery is Changing Lives
Belated warning: On the Prime Ministers austerity appeal | The Hindu Editorial
Prime Minister Narendra Modis suggestions to Indians imply a serious economic impact
Lessons from the history of rebellions in AIADMK and DMK in Tamil Nadu
With discomfort in the AIADMK showing no signs of subsiding, after former School Education Minister and veteran leader K.A. Sengottaiyan was divested of party posts following his call for the return of estranged leaders, it is a timely moment to revisit some of the most significant uprisings within Tamil Nadus two major Dravidian parties
Himanta Biswa Sarma takes oath to be Assams Chief Minister
Man nabbed with bullets from new Assam government swearing-in venue
The live bullets were recovered from the man during security screening at the entrance of the Veterinary College Field in Khanapara
Oil Minister Puri dispels any fuel supply concerns; LPG production ramped up to 54,000 tonnes/day
PM Narendra Modi's austerity appeal is a wake up call to start thinking of measures to lessen fiscal strain from West Asia conflict, says Oil Minister Hardeep Singh Puri
The National Testing Agency (NTA) has cancelled the NEET (UG) 2026 exam, conducted on May 3, due to alleged paper leaks. The CBI will investigate the matter, with preliminary findings suggesting a question set circulated 15 days to a month prior. The NTA stated the decision was made to uphold transparency and trust in the examination system.
BJP leader back to head India's Assam state for second time in a row
Himanta Biswa Sarma is seen as one of the architects of BJP's rapid growth in India's northeast.
CBI takes over probe in murder of West Bengal CM Suvendu's aide, files FIR
The CBI has taken over the investigation into the murder of Chandranath Rath, aide to West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari. The state police had previously arrested three individuals from Uttar Pradesh and Bihar in connection with the killing. Rath was shot dead in Madhyamgram on May 6. The CBI's involvement follows a request from the state government.
India Turns Out Russian LNG Offer Despite Energy Supply Pressures: Sources
India's reluctance has left an LNG cargo from Russia's U.S.-sanctioned Portovaya plant in the Baltic Sea unable to discharge, despite indicating India as its destination in mid-April
Himanta Biswa Sarma takes oath as Assam CM for second successive term, 4 MLAs sworn-in as ministers
Meta, Amazon, Oracle & Cognizant: AI layoffs are spreading faster than expected
Ranveer Singh has acquired the adaptation rights for Amish Tripathi's popular Shiva trilogy, 'The Immortals of Meluha,' under his production banner. The ambitious project is envisioned as a long-term cinematic universe, with plans for a trilogy of films. Screenplay and world-building are underway, with production for the first film slated for 2028.
NEET-UG 2026 cancelled, fresh exam to be conducted following paper leak allegations
The revised examination dates and admit card release schedule will be communicated through the official channels of the National Testing Agency
NEET UG 2026 Exam Cancelled, 22.79 Lakh Candidates Affected: What Now?
The re-examination dates and the re-issued admit-card schedule, will be issued through the official channels of the agency.
NEET UG 2026 LIVE Updates: Exam Cancelled, Fresh Test To Be Conducted Amid Probe
The agency said that the re-examination dates along with new admit cards will be notified separately.
NEET UG 2026 Exam Cancelled After Paper Leaks, Protests Erupt In Delhi
NEET (UG) 2026 conducted on 3 May 2026 cancelled after paper leak, re-examination dates to be notified separately
Eliminating undernutrition could prevent up to 2.3 million TB cases globally: Study
New Delhi, May 12: Addressing undernutrition could prevent up to 2.3 million tuberculosis cases worldwide, representing 23.7 per cent of infections among adults in 2023, according to a modelling study published in The Lancet Global Health journal. India could have seen the highest reduction in tuberculosis (TB) cases if undernutrition was addressed, followed by Indonesia, the Philippines and Pakistan, researchers, including those from London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine, estimated. We estimated that eliminating moderate-to-severe undernutrition could avert 14 [] The post Eliminating undernutrition could prevent up to 2.3 million TB cases globally: Study appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
CMO Tamil Nadu Pages on Social Media See a Massive Surge
Since Vijay is a popular superstar, the jump is quite understandable.
CBI Takes Over Probe in Murder of WB CM Suvendu's Aide
According to the procedure, the CBI re-registers the state police FIR as its own case, which becomes the starting point for the probe
How A 'Guess Paper' Leak Put NEET-UG 2026 Under The Scanner
The Rajasthan Police Special Operations Group is investigating allegations that a 410-question guess paper, around 120 questions from which allegedly appeared in the NEET UG 2026 Chemistry paper, was circulated amongst students up to a month before
Tanker carrying chemical catches fire in Sangareddy
Hyderabad: A chemical laden tanker caught fire in Sangareddy district early on Tuesday, May 12. There were no injuries or casualties in the incident. The tanker belonging to Goodrich chemicals caught fire while traveling on National High Way 65, near Madgi area. Upon noticing the flames, the driver and cleaner parked the tanker on the Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Giant 65-Foot Trishul At Kailasagiri Hilltop Lights Up Vizag Skyline
Built by the Visakhapatnam Metropolitan Region Development Authority (VMRDA), the huge structure is visible from several parts of the city, especially at night when LED lights within the Trishul illuminate the skyline.
Man nabbed with bullets from new Assam govts swearing-in venue
Guwahati: A man was nabbed on Tuesday, May 12, from the venue of the swearing-in ceremony of the new Assam government allegedly with a few rounds of live bullets, police said. The live bullets were recovered from the man during security screening at the entrance of the Veterinary College Field in Khanapara, they said He Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Returnable plots allotted to 98% of Amaravati land pooling farmers, says Narayana
According to official data, 63,295 of 70,824 returnable plots, accounting for 89%, had been registered while 7,529 plots remained pending
AICC general secretary K.C. Venugopal, former Leader of the Opposition V.D. Satheesan and senior leader Ramesh Chennithala are reportedly the top contenders for CMs mantle
Ian McKellen says Alec Guinness urged him to step away from gay rights activism
McKellen said Guinness urged him to withdraw from the movement, believing actors should avoid involvement in political causes
A US-based businessman, Graham Walker, gifted his 540 employees a staggering $240 million from the $1.7 billion sale of his family's company, Fibrebond Corp. This generous act, where workers received an average of $443,000, stemmed from a condition Walker imposed before the sale to power-management giant Eaton.
Internal rift in AIADMK; faction led by Velumani, Shanmugham backs TVK
Claiming the backing of around 30 MLAs, the group urged AIADMK general secretary Edappadi K Palaniswami to convene a general council meeting to review the reasons behind the partys consecutive electoral defeats
Meta is cutting 8,000 jobs on May 20 as CEO Mark Zuckerberg rebuilds the company around small, AI-powered teams. With capex hitting a record $125145 billion this year, CFO Susan Li admitted there's no clean answer for what Meta's ideal headcount even looks like anymore. The company wants builders who can ship alone what teams once built togetherand is letting everyone else go.
CM Vijay orders closure of 717 liquor shops across TN
Chennai: Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay on Tuesday, May 12, ordered the closure of 717 retail liquor outlets, including 276 shops near places of worship across the state. Considering the welfare of the public, Vijay issued orders to shut down the retail liquor outlets, an official release said. Accordingly, 276 outlets near places Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Suvendu aide Chandranath Rath murder: CBI takes over probe
The agency constituted a seven-member Special Investigation Team (SIT), comprising seasoned officers from multiple States, to probe the killing
NEET (UG) Exam Cancelled After Paper Leak
The NTA said the matter remains under investigation and that it would not pre-judge the inquiry or speculate on the outcome
Abu Dhabi-bound flight grounded at Chennai airport due to technical snag
Around 10.15 a.m., the flight moved from the bay but it was soon discovered that there was hydraulic fluid leakage issue
NTA Cancels NEET UG 2026 Over Paper Leak, Re-Examination Dates To Be Announced Soon
NEW DELHI, May 12: The National Testing Agency has cancelled the NEET UG 2026 examination conducted on May 3 and announced that a re-examination will be held on fresh dates to be notified later. The decision was taken after inputs examined with central agencies and findings shared by law enforcement authorities indicated that the current examination process could not be allowed to stand. The government has also decided to hand over the matter to the Central Bureau of Investigation for [] The post NTA Cancels NEET UG 2026 Over Paper Leak, Re-Examination Dates To Be Announced Soon appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Woman Dies by Suicide at Hyderabad Residence
Police have registered a case and started investigating the incident.
UAE Secretly Hit Iran Around Trumps Ceasefire Push: Report
The US has quietly welcomed the Emirati strikes and any other Gulf states who want to join the fight, the paper reported citing one unnamed source
Fire On Wing Grounds ChennaiAbu Dhabi Etihad Flight At Airport
The fire was immediately put out by Fire Service personnel and the flight was cancelled.
Himanta Biswa Sarma takes oath as Assam Chief Minister for second successive term
The swearing-in ceremony marks the formation of the third successive NDA government in the State
Moody's slashes 2026 India growth forecast to 6%
Moodys Ratings has cut Indias GDP growth forecast for 2026 by 0.8 percentage points to 6 per cent, citing weak private consumption, slower capital formation and industrial activity, along with higher energy costs. It also lowered the 2027 growth outlook to 6 per cent from earlier estimates, pointing to lingering global and domestic pressures.
Fractal Analytics Q4 profit more than doubles to Rs 116 crore
NEW DELHI, May 12: AI company Fractal Analytics on Tuesday said its consolidated profit after tax has doubled to Rs 116 crore in the fourth quarter ended March 31, 2026, driven by growth in the healthcare and life sciences segment. The company had posted profit after tax (PAT) of Rs 55.5 crore in the same period a year ago, Fractal Analytics said. Growth was spearheaded by the Healthcare and Life Sciences (HLS) segment, which grew 82 per cent YoY in [] The post Fractal Analytics Q4 profit more than doubles to Rs 116 crore appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Brookfield India REIT to distribute Rs 456 cr in Q4 to unitholders, NOI rises to Rs 743 cr
NEW DELHI, May 12: Brookfield India Real Estate Trust has reported a 52 per cent increase in net operating income to Rs 742.9 crore and declared a distribution of Rs 456 crore to unitholders for the March quarter. According to a regulatory filing, the companys net operating income (NOI) rose to Rs 2,291.3 crore during the last fiscal from Rs 1,854 crore in 2024-25. The board declared distribution of Rs 456.43 crore/ Rs 5.50 per unit for the quarter ended [] The post Brookfield India REIT to distribute Rs 456 cr in Q4 to unitholders, NOI rises to Rs 743 cr appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
AI startup SCIKIQ raises USD 1.5 mn in funding from Triton
NEW DELHI, May 12: AI-native enterprise intelligence platform SCIKIQ on Tuesday said it has raised USD 1.5 million (about Rs 14 crore) in its maiden funding round led by Triton Investment Advisors. In a statement, SCIKIQ said the fresh capital will be utilised primarily for global expansion, sales and marketing, and product development. The company plans to strengthen its footprint in key international markets, including the USA, the UK, and the UAE, by establishing local offices, hiring regional teams, and [] The post AI startup SCIKIQ raises USD 1.5 mn in funding from Triton appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Asian shares trade mixed after Wall Street rally despite Iran war worries
TOKYO, May 12: Asian shares traded mixed early Tuesday as optimism encouraged by a record rally on Wall Street clashed with anxiety about surging oil prices and a possible AI bubble. Japans benchmark Nikkei 225 added 0.7 per cent to 62,881.03. South Koreas Kospi dropped 1.2 per cent to 7,726.30, in what analysts are categorising as fallout from overreliance on fraying AI hopes. Global equities remain dangerously dependent on a tiny cluster of AI leaders, creating a rally structure that [] The post Asian shares trade mixed after Wall Street rally despite Iran war worries appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Himanta Takes Oath As Assam CM For Second Successive Term
GUWAHATI, May 12: Himanta Biswa Sarma was sworn in as the chief minister of Assam for the second consecutive term on Tuesday. Governor Lakshman Prasad Acharya administered the oath of office to Sarma at a grand ceremony held at the Veterinary Ground in Khanapara area in Guwahati. Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Union ministers Amit Shah, Rajnath Singh, Nitin Gadkari, Sarbananda Sonowal, Pabitra Margherita, chief ministers and deputy chief ministers of BJP-ruled states and BJP president Nitin Nabin were present at [] The post Himanta Takes Oath As Assam CM For Second Successive Term appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Vin Diesel to executive produce Fast & Furious series
LOS ANGELES, May 12: The series on Universals acclaimed action movie franchise Fast & Furious is in development at Peacock with Vin Diesel attached to executive-produce it. The actor made the announcement on stage at the NBCUniversal upfront presentation on Monday, according to the entertainment news outlet Deadline. Peacock is launching four shows in the Fast and the Furious universe, he said. The pilot will be written by Mike Daniels. Other details about the project are kept under wraps. With [] The post Vin Diesel to executive produce Fast & Furious series appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarmas political timeline
Himanta Biswa Sarma is the chief minister of the state and is widely credited with consolidating the BJPs hold in the North-East.
Sri Lanka: 173 Indians among foreigners arrested in latest cyber crime crackdown
COLOMBO, May 12: As many as 173 Indians are among nearly 200 foreigners arrested in Sri Lanka as part of the latest drive in an ongoing crackdown on cybercrime operations, police said on Tuesday. A group of 198 foreigners, comprising 173 Indians and 25 Nepalese, were arrested in the southern resort areas of Galle, Hikkaduwa and Midigama late on Monday. Those arrested, aged between 25 and 35, will be charged with abusing tourist visas by overstaying and finding employment, possessing [] The post Sri Lanka: 173 Indians among foreigners arrested in latest cyber crime crackdown appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Anantapur court sentences four to 10 years rigorous imprisonment in Guntakal ganja case
Police had seized 6 kg of ganja during a raid in Guntakal on February 23, 2024
Chicken Rates Cross Rs 350 Per Kg in Hyderabad
Traders believe the prices may come down once the monsoon reaches the state and temperatures begin to fall.
Malaysia, Tamil Nadu share deep ties: PM Ibrahim congratulates new CM Vijay
KUALA LUMPUR, May 12: Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim on Tuesday hailed the deep ties between his country and Tamil Nadu, as he congratulated actor-turned-politician Chandrasekar Joseph Vijay on becoming the southern Indian states new chief minister. In a post on X, Ibrahim said for many years, Vijays adoring fans watched him defeat corrupt politicians and assorted villains within three hours, usually after a short interval. The people of Tamil Nadu have now entrusted Vijay with a responsibility far greater [] The post Malaysia, Tamil Nadu share deep ties: PM Ibrahim congratulates new CM Vijay appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Trump seriously considering resuming hostilities in Middle East: Reports
MOSCOW, May 12: US President Donald Trump is seriously considering resuming hostilities in the Middle East, CNN reported citing presidential aides. Earlier, after a conversation with Trump, Fox News stated that the White House was considering resuming Operation Project Freedom to restore shipping in the Strait of Hormuz, with an expanded military role. Trump is increasingly frustrated with Irans stance in the negotiations to resolve the conflict, and he is now more seriously considering resuming large-scale military operations than he [] The post Trump seriously considering resuming hostilities in Middle East: Reports appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Ahead of the Cannes premiere of his new film Bitter Christmas, the Spanish auteur reflected on this years Oscars telecast and said he was surprised by how few attendees addressed issues such as the war in Gaza or former U.S. president Donald Trump
Jeffrey Epstein files go on display at New York pop-up exhibit featuring 3.5 million pages
The library, titled The Donald J. Trump and Jeffrey Epstein Memorial Reading Room, created by the Institute for Primary Facts, comprising of 3,437 bound volumes, will run until May 21
Caracas says protested against UN Secretary-Generals remarks about situation in country
MEXICO CITY, May 12: Venezuela has formally protested UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterress remarks about the country, stating that they contradict the principles of neutrality, objectivity and impartiality. The Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela expresses its strongest protest over the statements made by United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres regarding the Venezuelan state, the ministry said in a statement on Monday. The statement added that the UN chiefs recent remarks contradict the principles of objectivity, prudence, impartiality, and good faith enshrined in the [] The post Caracas says protested against UN Secretary-Generals remarks about situation in country appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
The heartbeat of healthcare: why nursing deserves our gratitude and support
The future of healthcare will depend not only on innovation and infrastructure, but equally on how effectively societies invest in nursing education, workforce wellbeing, leadership, and professional growth
Chitrangada Singh Spotted Exploring Abu Dhabis Iconic Cultural Landmarks
The fan-favourite actress was spotted at the Louvre Abu Dhabi and teamLab Phenomena Abu Dhabi during a weekend visit to the capital
Kerala CM Would Not be Based Merely on MLAs' Views: Muraleedharan
If the decision had to be taken just on the views of the MLAs, it would already be done by now, Muraleedharan added
Man nabbed with bullets from new Assam govt's swearing-in venue
A man was apprehended at the new Assam government's swearing-in ceremony. Live bullets were found during security checks at the venue. He was taken into custody for questioning. No weapons were recovered. An investigation is underway to determine the circumstances and any potential security threat. The incident occurred just before the oath-taking ceremony.
Khangri Glacier In Arunachal Changes Rapidly; Flood Threat Detected: Study
Khangri glacier in Arunachal Pradesh is rapidly melting, also the emergence of a potentially dangerous glacial lake may carry flood to the Mago Chu basin.
Gelatin sticks on PM convoy route: Timer circuit recovered by Bengaluru police
Police found not only gelatin sticks, but also an electronic circuit and equipment suspected to be meant for connecting detonators
Bangladeshi national sentenced to three-year imprisonment by U.P. court for forging Indian passport
Special Judge, Ballia, Ramkripal, on May 11 held Abdul Amin guilty and also imposed a fine of 10,000 on him, says Superintendent of Police Omvir Singh
Russia, Ukraine resume strikes as truce expires, one dead: authorities
Russia resumed strikes on Ukraine as a three-day truce expired on Tuesday, attacking the capital with drones and killing one person in the eastern region of Dnipropetrovsk, Ukrainian authorities said. Russian strikes in eastern Ukraine killed one person and wounded at least four others, regional military authorities said.
SP MP Ajendra Singh Lodhi booked over anti-national remark on PM Modi
The police action came at the complaint of BJP district media in-charge Satyendra Pratap Gupta, who accused Mr. Lodhi of stoking caste hatred with his remark on Mr. Modi
CM Vijay Kutty Story: Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay mixed history, humour and parliamentary tradition inside the Assembly on Tuesday while speaking during the election of JCD Prabhakar as Speaker of the 17th Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly. Referring to an old British parliamentary tradition where Speakers were once reluctant to take the role because of its risks, Vijay explained why Opposition leaders ceremonially escort the new Speaker to the chair.
Assam's 'Mama' returns: Himanta Biswa Sarma takes oath as Chief Minister for second term
Assam's new BJP-led NDA government was sworn in on May 12. Himanta Biswa Sarma began his second term as Chief Minister. The NDA secured a significant victory in the recent Assembly elections. Prime Minister Narendra Modi attended the ceremony. This win reinforces the NDA's dominance in the state and Sarma's leadership.
Madras HC Bars TVK Leader From Confidence Vote Over Postal Ballot Tampering Allegations
Madras High Court passed the interim order on a plea moved by former DMK minister Periyakaruppan who lost to TVK candidate by one vote
What To Know About Trump-Xi Talks On Trade, Taiwan and Iran
The two sides, realizing the sky-high tariffs werent sustainable, then called for a trade truce, halting many of the punitive economic measures.
Himanta Biswa Sarma takes oath as Assam CM for BJP-led NDA's third straight term
South Africa's Ramaphosa refuses to resign over cash scandal
Despite the establishment of an impeachment committee, South African President Cyril Ramaphosa has ruled out resigning over the cash heist scandal.
A tragic incident in Chhattisgarh's Janjgir-Champa district saw a 15-year-old boy, Akhilesh Dhivar, die after allegedly consuming contaminated watermelon. Three other children fell ill with similar symptoms of vomiting and diarrhoea. Authorities suspect food poisoning from watermelon cut hours before consumption. Post-mortem and lab tests are underway to confirm the cause.
