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Twisha Sharma death case: Absconding husband applies for bail in Jabalpur High Court

A magistrate court had earlier rejected his anticipatory bail application while granting it to his mother, Giribala Singh, a retired District Sessions Judge.

The Hindu 21 May 2026 1:39 pm

Supreme Court bats for victim-centric approach, refuses to entertain plea for consolidation of FIRs

The CJI referred to recent amendments in criminal law and said now the rights of victims have been acknowledged

The Hindu 21 May 2026 1:33 pm

27 Maoists surrender before police in Ranchi

The surrender, part of the ongoing Operation Navjeevan, marks a significant step in the Jharkhand governments efforts to combat Maoist violence

The Hindu 21 May 2026 1:28 pm

Tamil Nadu Govt Revokes Preventive Detention Order Against YouTuber Savukku Shankar

According to a government order issued by the home, prohibition and excise department, the advisory board constituted under the Act found no sufficient cause for continuing the detention of Shankar

Deccan Chronicle 21 May 2026 1:28 pm

Criticism of politicians decisions cannot be curbed: Delhi HC on Raghav Chadhas plea for protection of personality rights

The plea also states that it seeks the removal of deepfake, AI-generated, and morphed content allegedly circulating online using his identity without authorisation

The Hindu 21 May 2026 1:27 pm

How Online Trading Platforms Are Transforming Investing

Over the last 10 years, there has been an incredible change in the way people invest money, and the online trading platform is driving this transformation. It used to be that only wealthy individuals with access to professional brokers could participate actively in financial markets, but now everyday investors can access them too. The rise of these platforms has changed how people accumulate wealth, manage portfolios, and interact with the financial markets themselves. Democratising Access to Financial Markets One of [] The post How Online Trading Platforms Are Transforming Investing appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 21 May 2026 1:15 pm

DIG Visits Forward Areas Along LoC In J&Ks Poonch, Reviews Border Security Preparedness

JAMMU, May 21: Deputy Inspector General of Police, Rajouri-Poonch range, Sandeep Wazir on Thursday visited the forward areas along Line of Control (LoC) in Jammu and Kashmirs Poonch district to review the security situation and operational preparedness in the border area. The DIG interacted with police personnel deployed in the forward belt in Salotri sector and reviewed the existing security arrangements, deployment patterns and coordination mechanisms aimed at maintaining peace and vigilance along the border, officials said. During the visit, [] The post DIG Visits Forward Areas Along LoC In J&Ks Poonch, Reviews Border Security Preparedness appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 21 May 2026 1:14 pm

Do Hair Serums Really Work?

Walk into any pharmacy or scroll through any beauty website, and youll find dozens of hair serums promising everything from frizz control to dramatic regrowth. Its easy to be skeptical. Are these products actually doing something useful, or are they mostly marketing in a bottle? The honest answer is more nuanced than a simple yes or no and it largely depends on what youre expecting them to do. What Hair Serums Are Actually Designed to Do Hair serums are [] The post Do Hair Serums Really Work? appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 21 May 2026 1:12 pm

Electric car driver loses control in Hyderabads Kukatpally, rams into multiple vehicles

The vehicle finally came to a halt after crashing into a tiffin centre

The Hindu 21 May 2026 1:10 pm

Congress joins TVK govt in Tamil Nadu marking grand return after 59 years

Chennai:Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay on Thursday, May 21, expanded his Cabinet by inducting 23 more legislators as ministers, including two from the Congress, which marked the return of the Grand Old Party to governance in Tamil Nadu after almost 60 years. The swearing-in ceremony was held at the Lok Bhavan and Governor Rajendra Vishwanath 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 .

The Siasat Daily 21 May 2026 1:09 pm

Anthropic Strikes $1.25B Monthly SpaceX Computing Deal as First Quarterly Profit Nears

That will propel its second-quarter operating profit to an expected $559 million, said the person, on condition of anonymity.

Deccan Chronicle 21 May 2026 1:08 pm

SC Bats for Victim-centric Approach, Refuses to Entertain Plea for Consolidation of FIRs

Several criminal cases are pending against the accused in Odisha, Chhattisgarh, Jharkhand, Gujarat, Maharashtra, Goa and Andhra Pradesh

Deccan Chronicle 21 May 2026 1:02 pm

Government issues Ebola advisory for passengers arriving from high-risk African nations

Union Health Ministry officials clarified that no case of Ebola has been detected in India so far; it advised passengers to watch out for symptoms such as fever, weakness, headache, muscle pain, vomiting, diarrhoea, sore throat and unexplained bleeding

The Hindu 21 May 2026 1:00 pm

J&K High Court Constitutes Committee For Live Streaming Of Court Proceedings

JAMMU, May 21: The High Court of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh has constituted a committee for operationalisation and implementation of the Live Streaming and Recording of Court Proceedings Rules, 2023. See Order Copy Click Here.. The post J&K High Court Constitutes Committee For Live Streaming Of Court Proceedings appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 21 May 2026 1:00 pm

Jharkhand family buries wrong body after mistaken identity; missing man returns alive

Police have now begun the process of exhuming the body to conduct a DNA test to identify the deceased correctly

The Hindu 21 May 2026 12:55 pm

Transporters announce 4% hike in freight rates to pass on extra burden

To offset the diesel price hike, the transporters have introduced a new calculation method called Fuel Adjustment Factor (FAF), which will regulate the pass-on price of the increase in diesel rates, which accounts for 65% of the operational cost.

The Hindu 21 May 2026 12:55 pm

Grade 1 Fatty Liver Ultrasound: What Your Routine Scan Report Actually Means

An ultrasound of your liver could determine your liver's current state. Here is what 'Grade 1 Fatty Liver Ultrasound' means, and Dr Sanjay Goja explains how to stop the progression of the liver disease.

NDTV 21 May 2026 12:54 pm

How Bike Riders Can Protect Themselves During Heatwaves In India

Heat stress also places extra strain on the body's cardiovascular system. Bike riders are particularly vulnerable during North India's severe heatwave because of prolonged direct exposure to heat, dehydration, and hot winds.

NDTV 21 May 2026 12:54 pm

National Anti-Doping Act Set To Be Amended, Ministry Proposes Five-Year Jail For Suppliers

NEW DELHI, May 21: Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya on Thursday said the National Anti Doping Act will be amended to criminalise trafficking and distribution of prohibited substances with a jail term of upto five years. The amendments have been uploaded on the sports ministrys website for requisite feedback from the public. Whoever administers or applies to an athlete, for the purpose of or in connection with doping in sportshall be punishable with imprisonment for a term which may extend to [] The post National Anti-Doping Act Set To Be Amended, Ministry Proposes Five-Year Jail For Suppliers appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 21 May 2026 12:53 pm

9 Hoax Bomb Threats In A Single Day Trigger Alert At Hyderabad Airport

Hyderabad airport received nine bomb threat emails on Wednesday from a single source, triggering security measures.

NDTV 21 May 2026 12:53 pm

SC refuses to lift stay on counting of Delhi Bar Council polls, asks HC to hear pleas on May 25

NEW DELHI, May 21: The Supreme Court on Thursday refused to modify its earlier order staying the counting of votes for the Bar Council of Delhi (BCD) elections following tampering allegations and asked the Delhi High Court to hear the pleas on May 25. A bench comprising Chief Justice of India (CJI) Surya Kant and Justices Joymalya Bagchi and Vipul M Pancholi was urged by senior advocate Vikas Singh that the May 18 order of the apex court staying the [] The post SC refuses to lift stay on counting of Delhi Bar Council polls, asks HC to hear pleas on May 25 appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 21 May 2026 12:50 pm

Congress workers protest over NEET irregularities in Jaipur; police use water cannons to stop march

The Congress claimed that the future of nearly 22 lakh students had been affected due to the alleged leak

The Hindu 21 May 2026 12:49 pm

Passenger advisory for travellers from Ebola high-risk region

Passengers travelling from, or through high-risk regions including DRC, Uganda and South Sudan with symptoms are required to contact the airport health officer before immigration clearance, a health ministry advisory stated

The Hindu Businessline 21 May 2026 12:49 pm

Houseboat Partially Sinks In Jhelum, SDRF Launches Rescue

Srinagar, May 21: A houseboat partially sank after water entered the structure along the River Jhelum on Bund area in Srinagar on Thursday, prompting a rescue operation by the State Disaster Response Force (SDRF) and River Police. Officials said the incident resulted in waterlogging inside the houseboat and caused partial sinking, triggering concern in the area. Soon after receiving information, teams of SDRF and River Police rushed to the spot and launched rescue and evacuation measures. Rescue personnel entered the [] The post Houseboat Partially Sinks In Jhelum, SDRF Launches Rescue appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 21 May 2026 12:48 pm

190 Million And Counting: Meloni's Melody Moment With PM Modi Is Mega Viral

PM Narendra Modi and Girrogia Meloni's playful Melody toffee video becomes the most-watched video on her Instagram feed.

NDTV 21 May 2026 12:45 pm

Nagaland Lottery Sambad Result Out Today (21-05-2026); check 1 crore prize winning number and full list here

Nagaland Lottery Sambad Result today (21-05-2026): Nagaland State Lottery Sambad Dear Star Thursday Weekly draw results for 21 May 2026 have been officially declared. Ticket holders can now check their numbers for the 1 Crore first prize and other attractive cash rewards.

The Economic Times 21 May 2026 12:45 pm

Man charged with stealing from Bondi shooting victim

Australian police said Thursday they had charged a man with allegedly stealing from a victim during last year's deadly mass...

NDTV 21 May 2026 12:44 pm

Why are all the girlies making cyberdecks?

Sounding like a complicated almost alien term? Lets understand what cyberdecks are!

The Hindu 21 May 2026 12:44 pm

After State-run schools, Vande Mataram now compulsory in all Bengal madrasas

If singing Vande Mataram is compulsory in those schools, why should the same not be mandatory in recognised madrasas, Minister Khudiram Tudu asked

The Hindu 21 May 2026 12:41 pm

Gond Katira To Sattu: 9 Desi Ingredients Your Body Needs During A Heatwave To Cool Down Instantly

Unlike ice-cold items that freeze your digestion, these ingredients work systemically to safely lower your core body temperature.

NDTV 21 May 2026 12:40 pm

Tamil Anthem Position Sparks Fresh Outrage At TVK Government's Oath Event

The Tamil anthem was again played last as 23 MLAs took oath as ministers in the Vijay-led coalition government on Thursday.

NDTV 21 May 2026 12:40 pm

NEET UG 2026: Police use water cannons on Congress workers protesting over NEET irregularities in Jaipur to stop the march

Congress workers marched in Jaipur protesting NEET UG exam irregularities. They demanded the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan. Police used water cannons to disperse the crowd. The National Testing Agency's credibility was questioned. The future of nearly 22 lakh students was affected by alleged paper leaks.

The Economic Times 21 May 2026 12:39 pm

Two killed after drone attack on Syzran, says Russia's Samara region Governor

Ukraine also reported two dead as the two sides exchanged attacks overnight

The Hindu 21 May 2026 12:39 pm

Over 10,000 Kedarnath pilgrims rescued after massive landslip in Uttarakhands Rudraprayag

SDRF Commandant Arpan Yaduvanshi said the teams stationed along the pilgrimage route maintained high alertness.

The Hindu 21 May 2026 12:39 pm

Palnadu Collector suspends surveyor, VRO over alleged bribery in land resurvey

Villagers tell a review meeting the two officials had allegedly demanded bribes for land measurements and revenue records; the Collector warns of stern action

The Hindu 21 May 2026 12:37 pm

Cyprus pitches itself as base for Indian firms expanding in Europe, announces Mumbai trade hub

On September 1, 2026, Cyprus will establish a trade office in Mumbai, aiming to open new pathways for Indian entrepreneurs into European markets. This strategic move positions Cyprus as a robust launchpad for enterprises eyeing the EU, Eastern Mediterranean, Gulf, and North Africa. The focus lies in vibrant sectors such as digital innovation, finance, and sustainable energy.

The Economic Times 21 May 2026 12:37 pm

Vanessa Trump reveals breast cancer diagnosis in latest health update amid emotional period with Tiger Woods

Vanessa Trump, former daughter-in-law of Donald Trump, has revealed her breast cancer diagnosis in an emotional Instagram post. She is working closely with her medical team on a treatment plan and recovery, surrounded by the love and support of her family and loved ones. The announcement comes during a challenging personal time for Trump.

The Economic Times 21 May 2026 12:35 pm

Tamil Nadu Congress MLA Mentions Rahul Gandhi During Oath, Governor Objects

While reading out the oath text from the official paper, Kumar suddenly hailed Congress leaders K Kamaraj, Rajiv Gandhi and Rahul Gandhi

NDTV 21 May 2026 12:34 pm

Goldman Sach CEO Slides Into Musk's DMs During Bid To Lead SpaceX IPO

Banks have been battling for months to take the top spot on the initial public offering for SpaceX, which is targeting a valuation of more than $2 trillion while raising $75 billion.

NDTV 21 May 2026 12:33 pm

Andhra Pradesh braces for severe heatwave as temperatures near 48C

Authorities advised people to avoid travel during peak daytime hours and take precautions against heat exposure, especially vulnerable groups such as the elderly and those with health conditions

The Hindu Businessline 21 May 2026 12:32 pm

Uniforms Made Mandatory In Universities, Colleges Across Uttar Pradesh

Uttar Pradesh Governor Anandiben Patel directs all universities and colleges in the state to implement uniforms and start vocational courses.

NDTV 21 May 2026 12:31 pm

From Chola bronzes to vintage Cadillacs: Six Chennai museums worth revisiting

From a colonial fortress to a highway of vintage Cadillacs, the citys museums hold stories that no textbook has ever told quite right. With World Museum Day just behind us, heres a refresher on the exhibits and spaces across Chennai that are worth rediscovering.

The Hindu 21 May 2026 12:31 pm

Muga silk stole for Meloni, mangoes for UAE President & more: What PM Modi gifted leaders during 5-nation tour

Prime Minister Modi's recent five-nation tour saw him present world leaders with culturally rich Indian gifts. From Assam's golden Muga silk to Manipur's Shirui Lily stoles and Agra's marble inlay boxes, these presents showcased India's diverse traditional crafts, agricultural bounty, and musical heritage, fostering cultural exchange.

The Times of India 21 May 2026 12:30 pm

APSDMA Warns of Severe Heatwave Conditions across Andhra

The highest temperature of this summer season so far was recorded at 47.6 degrees Celsius in Piduguralla of Palnadu district, while temperatures crossed 45 degrees Celsius in 11 districts

Deccan Chronicle 21 May 2026 12:30 pm

Lifelong Fan Prince William Celebrates Aston Villa Europa Glory

Amazing night!! Huge congratulations to all the players, team, staff and everyone connected to the club! Prince William posted on X

Deccan Chronicle 21 May 2026 12:30 pm

India Issues Ebola Advisory For Passengers Arriving From High-Risk African Nations

NEW DELHI, May 21: India has issued a health advisory for passengers arriving from or transiting through Ebola-affected countries, asking those with symptoms or exposure history to immediately report to airport health authorities before immigration clearance. The advisory, issued by the Directorate General of Health Services (DGHS), specifically mentions travellers coming from the Democratic Republic of Congo, Uganda and South Sudan, all of which have been categorised as high-risk countries by the World Health Organisation (WHO). The advisory has been [] The post India Issues Ebola Advisory For Passengers Arriving From High-Risk African Nations appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 21 May 2026 12:29 pm

Congress says India needs radical reset in economic policy, targets Narendra Modi govt

Indian National Congress has criticized the handling of Indias economy, accusing Prime Minister Narendra Modi of prioritizing elections over pressing economic challenges. The party claimed that rising inflation, slowing economic growth, and declining foreign investment are increasing concerns across sectors. Congress leaders also alleged that a climate of fear and uncertainty is discouraging investors and called for a major shift in economic policy to restore confidence and boost economic stability.

The Economic Times 21 May 2026 12:29 pm

Twisha Sharma's Body Needs -80 Degrees Facility. It Doesn't Exist In Bhopal

The court noted that Twisha's body is currently kept in the mortuary at AIIMS Bhopal at -4 degrees Celsius - way higher than it is needed to preserve a body for a longer duration.

NDTV 21 May 2026 12:27 pm

IPL 2026: Hardik Pandya fined 10% of match fee, handed one demerit point for knocking bails off

Pandya has breached Level 1 of the IPL Code as he knocked the bails of the wicket with force while walking back to his run-up in the MI vs. KKR match on May 20

The Hindu 21 May 2026 12:26 pm

Sergio Gor Hints At Big Things In India-US Nuclear Collaboration

The US delegation noted that the recent enactment of the SHANTI Act, 2025, has opened up numerous opportunities for the commercial nuclear industry to work with India. Speaking

NDTV 21 May 2026 12:26 pm

5 Seats, 2 Ministers: Congress' Canny Tamil Nadu Play Snaps 59-Year Drought

The Congress ends its 59-year absence from the Tamil Nadu cabinet after two leaders join Chief Minister Joseph Vijays government. But what led to this moment after the party won just five seats in the April 2026 election?

NDTV 21 May 2026 12:26 pm

Michael Jackson: The Verdict trailer: Netflix docu-series dissects the pop icons controversial trial

Featuring individuals who were inside the courtroom, including jurors, eyewitnesses, and accusers and defenders, the three-part docuseries presents the perspectives of both the prosecution and the defense

The Hindu 21 May 2026 12:25 pm

CM Vijay-led Cabinet in Tamil Nadu expands to 33; Congress joins government after 59 years

Mr. Vijays Cabinet is likely to undergo one more round of expansion, as the TVK has extended an open invitation to the VCK and IUML, both of which contested as part of the DMK-led Secular Progressive Alliance (SPA) and have two MLAs each

The Hindu 21 May 2026 12:25 pm

Congress is no longer what it was during Independence; it has become a 'Maoist, Muslim Congress': Giriraj Singh

Union Minister Giriraj Singh has strongly criticized Congress leader Rahul Gandhi's recent statements targeting Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Singh described the Congress party as a 'Maoist, Muslim Congress', a departure from its independence movement roots. He defended the Prime Minister's leadership during national crises and asserted public support for Modi.

The Economic Times 21 May 2026 12:24 pm

AI oversight: U.S. President Donald Trump to sign order as security fears mount among supporters

Tech executives are among U.S. President Donald Trumps largest political donors and most visible supporters

The Hindu 21 May 2026 12:24 pm

Lokesh to Inaugurate 600 MW Solar Projects in Kadapa

The minister said that the projects, SAEL Solar MHP1 and SAEL Solar MHP2 have been commissioned in a record 11 months with an investment of nearly Rs 3,000 crore

Deccan Chronicle 21 May 2026 12:24 pm

This Giant Railway Station In China Was Built On A Mountain In Just 38 Months

The station is designed to handle up to 16,000 passengers every hour during peak time.

NDTV 21 May 2026 12:23 pm

US Woman, 81, Reacts After Getting Swatted During Minecraft Livestream

The family thanked the social media users for being supportive. They've been so kind, and they've been concerned about how I was, Jacquot said.

NDTV 21 May 2026 12:22 pm

Ignorant Or Intelligent? Melody Mania Lifts Wrong Parle Stocks, Again

PM Modi-Meloni Meet: Melody is still playing on Dalal Street. Only this time, the stock market may not know the lyrics.

NDTV 21 May 2026 12:22 pm

Delhi Airport Issues Public Health Advisory Amid Ebola Concerns

New Delhi, May 21: Indira Gandhi International Airport on Thursday issued a public health advisory for passengers arriving from or transiting through Ebola-affected countries, asking travellers showing symptoms of the disease to immediately report to health authorities at the airport. In a post on social media platform X, Delhi Airport shared a health information advisory issued by the Directorate General of Health Services (DGHS) under the Union Ministry of Health and Family Welfare. The advisory applies to passengers arriving from [] The post Delhi Airport Issues Public Health Advisory Amid Ebola Concerns appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 21 May 2026 12:19 pm

I'm Dying: New York Woman Parks Mercedes Next To Manhole, Falls Inside

Donike Gocaj, 56, parked her Mercedes-Benz SUV right next to the maintenance hole Monday night and fell in after exiting the vehicle shortly before 11:30 pm.

NDTV 21 May 2026 12:18 pm

Kolkatas Beef Plates Disappear Slowly

Though no formal statewide prohibition has been announced, the impact is visible in menu changes and uncertainty among businesses

Deccan Chronicle 21 May 2026 12:18 pm

Oppo Find X9 Ultra and Find X9s launched in India

Oppo Find X9 Ultra ships with a 7,050 mAh battery supported by a 100W charger inside the box

The Hindu 21 May 2026 12:18 pm

SAEL to invest 1,200 crore in 300 MW solar plant in Kadapa; Lokesh to open unit on May 22

The company has already put 830.40 crore into a 207.60-MW plant, part of a 600-MW build expected to cut 21.6 million tonnes of CO2 emissions over 25 years

The Hindu 21 May 2026 12:17 pm

Swachhata Drive Held at Historic Gunfoundry Monument

The drive included cleaning activities around the monument premises and sensitization on maintaining heritage sites in a clean and sustainable manner

Deccan Chronicle 21 May 2026 12:16 pm

BJP Dominance To Last At Least 20 Years: Pollster Pradeep Gupta

NEW DELHI, May 21:The BJPs current phase of political dominance, which began in 2014, is likely to last at least 20 years, pollster Pradeep Gupta has said. The Axis My India chief argued that the ruling partys position would remain secure as long as its governance performance does not weaken significantly. Drawing a parallel with the long period of dominance once enjoyed by the Congress, Gupta suggested that Indian politics was witnessing another cycle of one-party predominance. There is a [] The post BJP Dominance To Last At Least 20 Years: Pollster Pradeep Gupta appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 21 May 2026 12:15 pm

Indian Consulate to host webinar to help exporters sell their goods in US

Indian exporters can learn to sell products in the US through a webinar by the Indian Consulate in New York and Walmart. This event will detail supply chain and compliance needs for the American market. It follows a similar successful webinar with Costco. A new trade portal also aims to boost India-US business and unlock opportunities for Indian businesses.

The Economic Times 21 May 2026 12:14 pm

Rahul Gandhi faces FIR over traitors remark against PM Modi, Amit Shah

Rahul Gandhi's recent remarks in Rae Bareli, calling PM Modi and Amit Shah 'traitors' for allegedly selling India and attacking the Constitution, have sparked a police complaint by the BJP Yuva Morcha. Gandhi also criticized the government's economic policies and the Prime Minister's foreign visits amidst brewing economic challenges. BJP leaders condemned the statements, while the PDP questioned the outrage.

The Times of India 21 May 2026 12:13 pm

India needs radical reset in economic policy-making; Modi govt has run out of ideas: Cong

NEW DELHI, May 21: The Congress on Thursday voiced concern over the state of the economy and alleged that Prime Minister Narendra Modi is managing elections through Gyanesh but needs new Gyan on the economy. Congress general secretary in-charge communications Jairam Ramesh said the sentiment on the Indian economy has taken such a downturn that even the Modi governments professional cheerleaders have begun to give public expression to their concerns. Inflation forecasts are sharply up while growth projections are appreciably [] The post India needs radical reset in economic policy-making; Modi govt has run out of ideas: Cong appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 21 May 2026 12:13 pm

Have Asked All HCs To Conduct Online Hearings: CJI Surya Kant

NEW DELHI, May 21: Chief Justice of India (CJI) Surya Kant on Thursday said he has asked all high courts across the country to conduct hearings online and most of them have already implemented it. The observation came when a lawyer mentioned a plea before a bench headed by the CJI seeking an urgent hearing of her plea that all Delhi courts should go online. I have already requested the Chief Justices. Most have already implemented. It has to be [] The post Have Asked All HCs To Conduct Online Hearings: CJI Surya Kant appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 21 May 2026 12:09 pm

Column by Devdutt Pattanaik | Secrets of Bihars mirrored caves

Barabar caves, which dates back 2,300 years to the Mauryan empire, enfolds within it the tension of a growing civilisation

The Hindu 21 May 2026 12:08 pm

Injectable Cosmetic Products Not Permitted Under Law, Says Drug Regulator CDSCO

NEW DELHI, May 21: Cosmetic products supplied in injectable form do not fall under the definition of cosmetics under the law and are not permitted for use by consumers, professionals or aesthetic clinics, the central drug regulator has made it clear. The advisory by the Central Drugs Standard Control Organisations (CDSCO) comes amid the growing popularity of injectable aesthetic procedures being promoted as cosmetic treatments in beauty clinics and wellness centres across the country. The clarification is aimed at preventing [] The post Injectable Cosmetic Products Not Permitted Under Law, Says Drug Regulator CDSCO appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 21 May 2026 12:07 pm

Synthetic variants, vanishing trees threaten legacy of the Nilgiris eucalyptus oil

An application seeking a Geographical Indication (GI) tag for the Nilgiris Eucalyptus Thailam has been filed, but some manufacturers express doubt over whether the move can revive the industry

The Hindu 21 May 2026 12:07 pm

US Shuts Down India-Based Scam Call Centre Targeting American Seniors

This comes after an FBI Boston investigation that has resulted in the arrests & convictions of a former employee of their call routing company, and five India-based telemarketing fraudsters, it said.

Deccan Chronicle 21 May 2026 12:04 pm

West Bengal government to detect, delete and deport illegal infiltrators, says CM Adhikari

The West Bengal government handed over land for construction of border fencing along 27 km of India Bangladesh border across five districts of the State

The Hindu 21 May 2026 12:02 pm

Andhra Pradesh races to finish 228 PM-KUSUM solar plants by December, says CS K. Vijayanand

He stresses need for weekly monitoring, faster approvals, and stronger coordination between DISCOMs and developers

The Hindu 21 May 2026 12:02 pm

WWE star Ludwig Kaiser released from custody after arrest on battery charge in Orange County

Ludwig Kaiser update: WWE star Ludwig Kaiser was arrested in Orange County, Florida, on Wednesday. He faces a battery charge. Records show his bail was set at one thousand dollars. Reports indicate the incident involved an altercation with another male. Kaiser has since been released after posting bail. He is scheduled for a match in Mexico.

The Economic Times 21 May 2026 12:01 pm

Adani Power to acquire 24% stake in JPVL, thermal assets for 4,194 crore

According to a regulatory filing, the company has also inked a Share Purchase Agreement for the acquisition of 24% shares of Jaiprakash Power Ventures Ltd, held by Jaiprakash Associates.

The Hindu 21 May 2026 11:59 am

IPL 2026: Cricket-veteran Manish Pandey adding value to Kolkata's IPL campaign, says Watson

Manish Pandey's crucial 45 runs guided Kolkata Knight Riders to a four-wicket victory over Mumbai Indians. The win keeps Kolkata's playoff aspirations alive in the Indian Premier League. Assistant coach Shane Watson praised Pandey's significant value and experience. Pandey, a veteran of every IPL season, showcased remarkable fitness and form.

The Economic Times 21 May 2026 11:59 am

OGW Held In Joint Operation In Kulgam; Grenades, Incriminating Material Recovered

Kulgam, May 21: Jammu and Kashmir Police on Thursday said that an Over Ground Worker (OGW) was arrested during a joint operation conducted by Police, Army and CRPF in south Kashmirs Kulgam district. According to officials, a joint team of Kulgam Police, 34 Rashtriya Rifles and 18 Battalion CRPF intercepted a suspicious individual during a naka operation at Mohammadpora village in Kulgam. During the search operation, the team recovered two hand grenades along with incriminating posters and other material from [] The post OGW Held In Joint Operation In Kulgam; Grenades, Incriminating Material Recovered appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 21 May 2026 11:58 am

Meet the new Ministers in Tamil Nadu CM Vijays expanded Cabinet

Previously, 10 members, including the Chief Minister, were sworn in

The Hindu 21 May 2026 11:58 am

Heatwave Empties North India Streets, Farmers Shift to Night Work

The weather department warned conditions will likely persist across several northern regions in the coming days

Deccan Chronicle 21 May 2026 11:57 am

Meta employee laid off after 10 years shares heartbreaking post: Yesterday I was training a new engineer, today I lost my job

A Meta employee in Singapore, Gary Tay, shared his emotional experience of being laid off after nearly a decade, having trained his replacement the day before. His viral post highlighted the shift towards AI, stating, AI is here to stay, apparently the human isn't. Meta is restructuring, integrating AI and cutting managerial roles, impacting thousands globally.

The Economic Times 21 May 2026 11:57 am

Rocket, Satellite, AI Giant SpaceX Files IPO, Reveals $4.28 Billion Loss

SpaceX had a net loss of $4.28 billion on revenue of $4.69 billion for the first quarter, compared with a net loss of $528 million on revenue of about $4 billion a year earlier, the filing shows.

NDTV 21 May 2026 11:56 am