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China confirms Trump's visit from May 13 to 15

President Donald Trump is set to visit China from May 13 to 15 at the invitation of President Xi Jinping. The US leader's agenda includes discuss

Increasing strength of Parliament to 850 a joke, says Tharoor

BJP leader K. Annamalai said the delimitation exercise was a grand bargain between the North and South Indian States before the outcome of the on

Netanyahu wants to wean Israel off US military support, he tells CBS

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu plans to end U.S. military aid within ten years. He seeks to boost ties with Gulf nations. Netanyahu st

MV Hondius hantavirus scare: Two Indian crew evacuated safely to Netherlands quarantine

Passengers evacuated from hantavirus-stricken cruise ship begin flying home from Canary Islands

Passengers from the hantavirus-hit cruise ship MV Hondius are flying home from Tenerife. They are being evacuated by military and government plan

Trump expected to 'apply pressure' on Xi over Iran: US official

US President Donald Trump is set to press Chinese President Xi Jinping on Iran when he visits Beijing in coming days, a senior administration off

Two more crude oil tankers exit Strait of Hormuz with trackers switched off, data shows

Two crude oil tankers have switched off their trackers to navigate the Strait of Hormuz, a move aimed at protecting Middle East oil exports amids

Remembering Sagar Sarhadi: A Poet of Partition

Mumbai, May 11: I am a poet for a moment These lines evoke a deep sense of longing and pain, reflecting the sentiments of Sagar Sarhadi, born Gan

Trump calls Iran's response to US peace proposal 'unacceptable'

President Donald Trump rejected Irans response to a U.S. proposal for peace talks, hurting hopes of a quick end to the 10-week conflict that has

Big banks urge RBI to rethink uniform forex exposure cap

In recent interactions with RBI, officials of big state-owned and private sector banks have suggested a dynamic regulation on the unhedged forex

2 Indians on ship hit by hantavirus safe

Two Indian crew members aboard the MV Hondius cruise ship are healthy and asymptomatic following a hantavirus scare. The vessel anchored off Spai

PM Modi calls for pandemic-era austerity drive

Prime Minister Narendra Modi urged Indians to embrace austerity measures, similar to the Covid-19 pandemic, to counter disruptions in fuel and su

Turning 70 in November, Noel gears up to retire from Tata company boards

Noel Tata, nearing 70, is preparing to step down from Tata group company boards, initiating a significant leadership transition. Discussions are

Healthy and asymptomatic: Indian Embassy says crew members evacuated from hantavirus-hit MV Hondius are safe

Two Indian crew members aboard the hantavirus-hit MV Hondius have been evacuated to the Netherlands for quarantine, confirmed healthy and asympto

RCB Triumphs Over MI, Eliminates Them from Playoff Race

Raipur, May 11: In a thrilling encounter of IPL 2026, Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) defeated Mumbai Indians (MI) by 2 wickets, effectively kn

PM Modi urges judicious use of fuel amid West Asia crisis, pitches energy conservation

HYDERABAD, May 10: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday said that the need of the hour, in the wake of the West Asia crisis, is to use petroleu

Somnath: The Eternal Rhythm of Faith, Resilience and Renewal

Gajendra Singh Shekhawat The essence carried by this shloka from Srimad Bhagvad Gita and from the civilisational wisdom enclosed in the Indian sc

PM Modi inaugurates Indias first PM MITRA Park at Warangal in Telangana

NEW DELHI, May 10: Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated Indias first functional PM MITRA Park in Warangal, Telangana, on Sunday, developed at

India signs 8 MoUs with Trinidad and Tobago during Jaishankars visit

PORT OF SPAIN, May 10 : India and Trinidad and Tobago have signed eight agreements in sectors including tourism, healthcare, infrastructure and A

Chennai Super Kings beat Lucknow Super Giants by five wickets

CHENNAI, May 10: The swashbuckling Urvil Patel equalled the record for the fastest fifty in IPL history as Chennai Super Kings edged out Lucknow

CM dedicates Rs 2.25 cr medical equipment to public at JLNM Hospital

Excelsior Correspondent SRINAGAR, May 10: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today dedicated medical equipment worth Rs 2.25 crore to the public at Jaw

SGT University organizes job fair Aarohan-2026

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, May 10: The SGT Global Business School and School of Commerce and Management, SGT University organized Aarohan-202

Statehood movement shall be taken to logical conclusion: PCC chief

Karra, Mir address workers convention Excelsior Correspondent SHOPIAN, May 10: The Jammu and Kashmir Pradesh Congress Committee (JKPCC) on Sunday

Pathania dedicates major development projects worth crores to public

Excelsior Correspondent UDHAMPUR, May 10: MLA Udhampur East, Ranbir Singh Pathania today dedicated and inaugurated several major developmental pr

Writings of Dr Ambedkar hold immense relevance in present time: Sat Sharma

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, May 10: Jammu & Kashmir BJP president and Rajya Sabha MP, Sat Sharma, (CA), today said that the writings and speec

After big wins, NDA sitting comfortably for 2027 presidential election

Plane with U.K. citizens from hantavirus ship lands in Manchester

A British official said 20 of them had flown in on the special flight to Manchester; the other two did not live in Britain and would be travellin

Urvils 65 helps CSK to five-wicket win over LSG

INDIAN PREMIER LEAGUE | FASTEST EVER: IPL 2026 REACHED 1,000 SIXES IN 53 GAMES MATCH TODAY PUNJAB KINGS VS DELHI CAPITALS AT 7:30 PM Chennai, Ma

Why are US stock market futures down today, and will S&P 500, Nasdaq and Dow Jones stay in red or turn green? Global tensions hit markets

Why are US stock market futures down today, and will S&P 500, Nasdaq and Dow Jones stay in red or turn green? US stock market futures moved lower

RCB beat MI by two wkts in last-ball thriller

INDIAN PREMIER LEAGUE | FASTEST EVER: IPL 2026 REACHED 1,000 SIXES IN 53 GAMES MATCH TODAY PUNJAB KINGS VS DELHI CAPITALS AT 7:30 PM Raipur, May

Sensex, Nifty outlook remains positive despite Iran-US tensions, say analysts

Mumbai, May 10: Indian equity benchmarks ended lower on Friday amid rising geopolitical tensions after reported clashes between Iran and the US n

Remaining IPL Schedule

INDIAN PREMIER LEAGUE | FASTEST EVER: IPL 2026 REACHED 1,000 SIXES IN 53 GAMES MATCH TODAY PUNJAB KINGS VS DELHI CAPITALS AT 7:30 PM

RBI, European Central Bank sign MoU to deepen cooperation

Mumbai, May 10: Reserve Bank of India and European Central Bank on Sunday signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) on mutual cooperation, a sta

India, UAE working on pact to help in evacuation of Indians via Fujairah port

India and UAE are finalizing an agreement to facilitate the evacuation of Indian workers via Fujairah port, a move likely to be signed during PM

Assam Guv appoints Himanta as CM, swearing in on May 12

GUWAHATI, May 10: Governor Lakshman Prasad Acharya on Sunday appointed BJP leader Himanta Biswa Sarma as the chief minister of Assam, paving the

Two gelatin sticks recovered near PM Modis Bengaluru programme route; police probe threat link

BENGALURU, May 10: Two gelatin sticks were recovered from a roadside near PM Narendra Modis programme venue on the outskirts of Bengaluru on Sund

Walmart sees India as a global growth engine, engages with emerging consumer brand founders

New Delhi, May 10: Highlighting Indias growing importance in the global consumer and digital commerce ecosystem, Walmart President and CEO John F

Congress wait to join the Tamil Nadu Cabinet continues

Party sources said the Congress asked the TVK to accommodate Melur MLA P. Viswanathan and Congress Legislature Party leader S. Rajeshkumar in the

Haryana Local Body Polls: 47pc Turnout Recorded Amid Allegations of Bogus Voting and Rigging

CHANDIGARH, May 10: A voter turnout of 47 per cent was recorded in the elections to seven municipal bodies and 528 Panchayati Raj posts in Haryan

ASHWIN WANTS VAIBHAV IN ALL THREE FORMATS

INDIAN PREMIER LEAGUE | FASTEST EVER: IPL 2026 REACHED 1,000 SIXES IN 53 GAMES MATCH TODAY PUNJAB KINGS VS DELHI CAPITALS AT 7:30 PM Jaipur, May

Actor Jeet backs BJP govt in Bengal, hopes for new dawn under Modi

KOLKATA, May 10 : Bengali filmstar Jeet on Sunday expressed confidence in Prime Minister Narendra Modis guarantee and said he hoped the new BJP g

NMC asks govt medical colleges to support NBEMS practical exams amid examiner and centres shortage

NEW DELHI, May 10: The NMC has issued an advisory to government medical colleges and institutions, asking them to extend full cooperation for the

India has ensured democracy deep-rooted: Amit Shah

'Govt change sans violence best proof'

UP: Police question two men over Made in Pakistan label on madrassa fan

KUSHINAGAR (UP), May 10: Two men were detained after police were informed of a fan inside a madrassa allegedly had a Made in Pakistan label, offi

Suspended TMC spokesperson Riju Dutta slams party, says corruption had been institutionalised

KOLKATA, May 10: Suspended TMC spokesperson Riju Dutta on Sunday launched a scathing attack on his party, alleging that corruption had been insti

Anti-Narcotics Offensive

Jammu and Kashmir is fighting back. After years of watching the drug menace devour its youth, shatter its families and hollow out its communities

Job Openings in ECHS for Medical Officers and Other Positions

Jaipur, May 11: A significant opportunity has emerged for those seeking employment in the medical field. The Ex-Servicemen Contributory Health Sc

Painting competition held at Jagti

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, May 10: Extracurricular activities play an important role in the overall development of children and help nurture

J&K Police ready for every situation, committed to safeguarding nation: DGP

Asks force not to show disrespect to people Irfan Tramboo SRINAGAR, May 10: Director General of Police (DGP), Nalin Prabhat, today said that the

Mehbooba attacks Omar Govt for failure on promises, public issues

*Expresses gratitude to LGs action on drug menace Gopal Sharma POONCH/RAJOURI, May 10: Former Chief Minister and PDP president, Mehbooba Mufti to

J&K Boxer Yasser enters U-15 Asian Cship final

Excelsior Sports Correspondent RAJOURI, May 10: In a historic achievement for Jammu and Kashmir and Indian boxing, sub-junior boxer Mohd Yasser d

Career progression of 3,000 Non-Gazetted employees of 5 new GMCs stuck since 2019

*No promotions, no DPCs, no Service Rules even after 6 yrs Govind Sharma JAMMU, May 10: Serious resentment is brewing among thousands of Non-Gaze

Leh Ice Hockey Rink to get 500 KWp Solar Plant

Excelsior Sports Correspondent LEH, May 10: In a major step towards promoting renewable energy and sustainable infrastructure, the Union Territor

All India Inter University Wushu Cship culminates

Excelsior Sports Correspondent SRINAGAR, May 10: In a moment of immense pride and sporting glory, the University of Kashmir ( KU) today marked th

PM for judicious use of fuel

HYDERABAD, May 10: Prime Minister Narendra Modi today said that the need of the hour, in the wake of the West Asia crisis, is to use petroleum pr

JKBA holds referees clinic in Srinagar

Excelsior Sports Correspondent SRINAGAR, May 10: Jammu and Kashmir Basketball Association conducted a two-day referees clinic for candidates from

Vijay takes oath as TN CM

CHENNAI, May 10: Cheered and heralded by sea of delirious supporters, C Joseph Vijay took oath as the Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu on Sunday with

IPL 2026: Urvil Patels Storm Leads CSK to Victory Over LSG

Chennai, May 10: Chennai Super Kings (CSK) secured a thrilling victory against Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) by 5 wickets in the 53rd match of the I

Special Cleanliness and Awareness Campaign at Abhaypur Railway Station

Mumbai, May 11: A special cleanliness and awareness campaign was held on Sunday at Abhaypur Railway Station and its surrounding areas, part of th

Kolkata flips, BJP leads in 102 of 144 civic wards

BJP's strong performance in Kolkata's assembly elections, leading in 102 of 144 KMC wards, has sparked speculation about advancing municipal poll

Real Madrid Faces Major Setback as Mbapp Misses El Clsico Against Barcelona

Barcelona, May 11: Spains prominent team, Real Madrid, will take on FC Barcelona in the upcoming El Clsico without their star forward, Kylian Mba

Neeru Dhanda and Vivaan Kapoor Secure Bronze at ISSF World Cup Shotgun

New Delhi, May 11: Neeru Dhanda and Vivaan Kapoor clinched a bronze medal in the trap mixed team event at the ISSF World Cup Shotgun held in Alma

Vijay's event rewrites Tamil Nadu's political grammar

I'll be the only power centre, says Vijay after taking oath as TN CM

Investigation Continues in Chandranath Rath Murder Case: Police Claim Car Used in Crime Was Brought from Jharkhand

Kolkata, May 11: The investigation into the murder of Chandranath Rath, personal assistant to West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari, is ong

Suvendu Adhikari may move into new home, just 2km from Didis

Bengal's new Chief Minister, Suvendu Adhikari, is considering relocating his Kolkata residence to the underutilized Soujanya complex in Alipore.

Irans President Stresses Strength in Peace Talks with the U.S.

Tehran, May 11: Irans President Masoud Pageheshkian has urged not to misinterpret ongoing peace talks with the United States as a sign of weaknes

Insta 'blocked' Rahul posts due to govt rules, claims Cong

Congress yet to name chief minister, Kerala suspense on

KPCC president Sunny Joseph stated that AICC president Mallikarjun Kharge and Rahul Gandhi will soon announce Kerala's next chief minister after

BJP Claims Victory in Panchkula Municipal Elections, Rekha Sharma Emphasizes Voting as a Duty

Mumbai, May 11: Rajya Sabha MP Rekha Sharma has asserted that the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) will triumph in the municipal elections. She respo

Quote of the day by Johnny Depp: 'One day, the people that didn't believe in you will tell everyone how they...' Life lessons on success, stardom and human nature by legendary American actor and musician

Quote of the day by Johnny Depp shares a message about belief and success. The quote explains how doubt can change with time. The story explores

Political Outcry Over Abduction of NEET Student in Mahoba

Lucknow, May 11: The abduction case of NEET aspirant Nisha Ahirwar from Mahoba has sparked significant political controversy. Following a letter

Vijay Forms New Cabinet in Tamil Nadu with Experienced and Fresh Faces

Chennai, May 11: Actor-turned-politician C. Joseph Vijay took the oath as the new Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu on Sunday and promptly formed a ni

Water Conservation Must Become a Peoples Movement: Nitin Gadkari

Nagpur, May 11: Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways, Nitin Gadkari, emphasized the need to transform water conservation into a peoples

DRDO only partially funded school in Dehradun, did not manage it; mgmt transferred to DAV trust to improve efficiency: Def society

Staff and teachers at Raksha Anusandhan School (RAV) in Dehradun are opposing its management transfer from DRES to DAV College Trust & Management

Biogas association calls for blending of organic manure with fertilizers

10% mandatory blending of fermented organic manure could save $2 billion in imports annually, and improve soil fertility, says Indian Biogas Asso

Bernard Marak raises alarm over alleged infiltration in GH

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, May 10: State BJP vice president and Tura MDC Bernard N. Marak on Sunday called for urgent measures to prevent alleged

Retiree Loses 56.8 Lakh In Digital Gold Fraud

The victim initially invested 49,999, which was converted into USDT cryptocurrency

Rakul Preet Singhs Jungle Safari Controversy Explained by Gir Forest Administration

Mumbai, May 11: Actress Rakul Preet Singh is currently busy promoting her upcoming film Pati Patni Aur Woh Do. Recently, a video of her exploring

Barcelona clinches 29th LaLiga title with 2-0 victory over Real Madrid

Hansi Flicks side moved to an unassailable 91 points, 14 clear of second-placed Real with three games remaining

Body recovered from abandoned coal mine in EJH

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, May 10: An unidentified body was recovered from an abandoned coal mine at Mulait Bri-Sumer village under Mooriap Border

Kerala Blasters Triumph Over Mohun Bagan with 3-1 Victory in ISL 2026

Kochi, May 11: In an impressive display, Kerala Blasters FC secured a 3-1 victory against Mohun Bagan at Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium during the Indi

Change of guard in KSU

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, May 10: In a change of guard, Raymond P. Kharjana and Reuben A. Najiar were elected president and general secretary of

Enhanced Security Measures for West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari Following Assistants Murder

Kolkata, May 11: In light of the recent murder of his personal assistant, West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari will continue to receive en

Boeing Honcho front-runner for NSIL chief post, could be first outsider

India's space commercial arm, NSIL, is poised for a significant shift as a private sector leader, reportedly from Boeing, is the front-runner for

IPL 2026: Bhuvneshwars Stellar Bowling Leads MI to 166 Runs Against RCB

Mumbai, May 11: In the 54th match of IPL 2026, the Mumbai Indians (MI) faced off against the Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) on Sunday at the S

CM selection a democratic process: Chennithala

The senior Congress leader slams BJP, says the grand old party does not function on instructions from Nagpur

A hundred years ago | Water scarcity in Bangalore

RBI and ECB Sign Memorandum of Understanding for Enhanced Cooperation

New Delhi, May 11: The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) and the European Central Bank (ECB) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to enhance

Protests Errupt at Petbasheerabad PS; Demand for Arrest of Bandi Sanjays Son in POCSO Case

The case against Bageerath was registered on the night of May 8 following a complaint lodged by the mother of the 17-year-old victim, alleging th

El Clasico: Barcelona Beat Real Madrid 2-0 To Clinch La Liga, Script History

Barcelona vs Real Madrid, La Liga: Barcelona defeated Real Madrid 2-0, courtesy of goals from Marcus Rashford and Ferran Torres, to win their 29t