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'Mai jhoothe promise nahi karunga': Foreign student's Chatur Ramalingam-style speech at Aligarh Muslim University will remind you of 'Three Idiots'

A foreign student's electrifying college election speech at Aligarh Muslim University has gone viral. Ayyuba, with his fluent Hindi and high-ener

Delhi HC says Priya Kapur must clear legitimate suspicions raised by Karisma Kapoors kids in Sunjay Kapur family estate dispute

Delhi High Court mandates that doubts surrounding Sunjay Kapur's Will must be cleared. Priya Kapur, the Will's proponent, faces the task of addre

DRDO ready for Agni 6, awaits Centre's nod

India's Defence Research and Development Organisation is ready to develop the Agni-VI ballistic missile pending government approval. The nation i

Zelenskyy demands details of proposed Russia-Ukraine ceasefire following Trump-Putin talks

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy is seeking clarity on Russia's proposed short-term ceasefire. He has instructed representatives to contac

RCB vs GT: A look at Bhuvneshwar-Hazlewood's exciting match-up against Titans' top 3

Royal Challengers Bengaluru's Bhuvneshwar Kumar and Josh Hazlewood will confront Gujarat Titans' top-order batsmen Shubman Gill, Sai Sudharsan, a

Congress decides to not contest Maharashtra Legislative Council polls; to support MVA candidate

The Congress had said it would contest the polls, however, appears to have relented after a call between the partys Maharashtra in-charge Ramesh

Curious case of disappearing watermelons: Why is the summer fruit vanishing from Mumbai markets amid peak season?

The Maharashtra FDA faces delays in testing food samples linked to four suspected watermelon poisoning deaths. Investigators are further hindered

SC Defers to May 8 Hearing on PIL Alleging Banking Fraud by Anil Ambani-Led ADAG

Earlier, the bench expressed displeasure over the eluctance shown by the CBI and the ED in probing the alleged large-scale banking fraud involvi

Review | A story of outsiders in a divided Germany: The Others by Sheena Kalayil

The novel, longlisted for the 2026 Womens Prize for Fiction, ably captures the anxieties of ordinary people amid political upheaval

Mumbai-Pune expressways biggest upgrade yet | Missing Link project explained | Pulse Maharashtra

The most-anticipated infrastructure project, the Mumbai-Pune Missing Link, reducing the travel time by half an hour, is all set to be inaugurated

2024 rape-murder of Puducherry minor girl: Accused youth convicted

The Puducherry Fast Track Court is set to pronounce the sentencing on May 5, 2026

Sathya Sai Creations Yamini Yen Kanmani was good, clean fun

Ezhichur Aravindans script and Mapillai Ganeshs direction turned a family secret and mistaken identities into a complete entertainment

Enough Is Enough: Farooq Abdullah Tells Pakistan To End Cycle Of Violence In J&K

SRINAGAR, Apr 30: Asserting that enough is enough, National Conference president Farooq Abdullah says Pakistan should call it a day and end the c

Kara movie review: A formulaic Dhanush film that fails to stick to one idea

Director Vignesh Rajas Kara, starring Dhanush and Mamitha Baiju, tries to be a heist film packed with emotions, but ends up being bogged down by

Parag Fined 25 Percent of Match Fees for Vaping Incident

BCCI exploring 'stringent action' on RR

Rajya Sabha polls: ECI directs Odisha CEO to hear BJDs double ballot charge

The Election Commission of India's communication, signed by Under Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh, underscores that the grievance of the BJD delegat

False Promises Of Land, Govt Jobs: EOW Kashmir Files Chargesheet In Major Fraud Case

SRINAGAR, Apr 30: The Economic Offences Wing Kashmir (EOW) of Crime Branch J&K has filed a chargesheet in a significant fraud case involving fals

What India learned from Iran War, West Asia crisis? Def Secy Rajesh Kumar Singh explains

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, Italian Counterpart Guido Crosetto Hold Wide Ranging Talks

The Italian Defence Minister Guido Crosetto laid a wreath at the National War Memorial and inspected the Guard of Honour.Italian Defence Minister

Microsoft Beats Expectations as AI Cloud Business Continues to Grow

Net income climbed 23 percent to $31.8 bi

Supreme Court asks petitioner to turn in first-gen copy of leaked audio to forensic lab

The forensic reports have so far returned inconclusive about the authenticity of the tapes

I Hear Irrfan Khan Saying, Make This Film: Tigmanshu Dhulia on K Asif Biopic

The filmmaker reminisced about their early days at NSD, where Irrfan was his senior.

SC Reserves Order on Pawan Khera's Plea for Anticipatory Bail

Khera has challenged the April 24 order of the Gauhati High Court refusing to grant him anticipatory bail

Odisha Govt Begins Probe Into Keonjhar Skeleton Episode

Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi had directed the revenue divisional commissioner (RDC) of Northern Division to initiate a probe into the incide

Delhi Lok Adalat Token Date: Check direct link for token registration, courts where it will be held, eligible challans and more

The Delhi State Legal Services Authority is organizing a National Lok Adalat on May 9, 2026, to resolve pending cases and minor traffic violation

CM Omar Abdullah Seeks Inland Port For J&K At Vande Bharat Flagging Off Ceremony

JAMMU, Apr 30: Thanking Railways Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw and the Centre for extending Vande Bharat train services between Jammu and Srinagar, C

SentiPulse Launches SentiCat, Positioning Agents as the Foundation for Digital Humans

Agents Serve as a Capability Layer, with SentiCat Marking an Early Step in SentiPulses Digital Human Roadmap

LG Manoj Sinha Joins Drug-Free J&K Campaign In Doda

JAMMU, Apr 30: Lieutenant Governor, Manoj Sinha today ignited the Drug-Free Jammu Kashmir Campaign in Doda, rallying citizens against narcotics.

Supreme Court asks Allahabad HC panel to take action against bar leaders in Noida court for abstaining from work

The apex court noted with concern that the Gautam Buddha Nagar Bar Association has continued to pass resolutions for abstaining from work, despit

NEET UG 2026 Paper Leak: NTA issues warning, issues biometric rules for May 3 exam. Check latest guidelines

NEET UG 2026 Paper Leak Rumours: The National Testing Agency (NTA) has reassured NEET UG aspirants that the exam, scheduled for May 3, 2026, will

India, Italy draw up a new drill plan as military ties tighten

India and Italy have recently established a Military Cooperation Plan set for 2026-27, signifying a strategic advancement in their defense relati

Theatre of power? Not in the Persian Gulf, says Iran

Iran's President Pezeshkian declared the Persian Gulf is not for foreign control. He warned against maritime blockades targeting Iran. Pezeshkian

Ion Exchange Enters Strategic Technology and Manufacturing Collaboration with MANN+HUMMEL for Advanced Membrane and System Solutions

Smoke in the dressing room: Rajasthan Royals Riyan Parag fined 25% as vape row fuels discipline debate

Rajasthan Royals captain Riyan Parag faced a penalty for breaching IPL conduct. He was fined and received a demerit point for using a vape in the

Everyone is busy building intelligence, but no one can define what it is

In their books, Karen Hao, Max Fisher, and Dwarkesh Patel explore the AI industry that has become a juggernaut even as it still struggles to defi

May 2026 School Holidays: Full list, summer vacations, heatwave alerts & state-wise closure dates in India

India is experiencing an intense heatwave, forcing many states to declare early summer vacations. Temperatures are soaring, making daily commutes

Bengaluru rains: Homes flooded in Jai Bheem Nagar, residents report repeated losses

Residents, many of whom have been living in the area for over 45 years, said they face the same problem every time it rains.

W.O.R.R is the worry. A four-way assault pummells Indian macro

India faces a rare convergence of four macro shockswar-driven oil surge, a record weak rupee, and a likely poor monsoonraising inflation and grow

Ex-Kerala MLA P.V. Anvar vows to shave head if defeated in Assembly polls

UDF-backed Independent candidate P.V. Anvar says he will shave his head, wear earrings and walk through the streets of Kozhikode if he loses the

May 2026 Holiday Calendar: From Buddha Purnima to Bakrid; check list of festivals, bank holidays and in India

May 2026 offers numerous holidays and long weekends across India, featuring religious festivals like Buddha Purnima and Id-ul-Zuha, alongside sta

Kerala Assembly polls: IUML backs V.D. Satheesan as Congress-led UDFs CM pick

Indian Union Muslim League State president Panakkad Syed Sadikali Shihab Thangal says UDF will factor in peoples sentiments while choosing its CM

Bengaluru rains: More than 100 distressed birds rescued

Avian and Reptile Rehabilitation Centre said that more than 100 birds have been rescued by them since April 29.

Father And Baby Survive Train Passing Over Them In Bangladesh | Viral Video

Both escaped unhurt after the delayed Titas commuter train began moving while they disembarked, and footage of the father's quick action has gone

Himanta Sarma Like Constitutional Cowboy: Pawan Khera's Bail Hearing

An individual's personal liberty, as guaranteed under Article 21, must be protected, senior advocate Abhishek Singhvi argued, pointing out also t

Samay Raina reacts to Ranveer Allahbadia joining him on The Great Indian Kapil show; Check when and where to watch the reunion episode

Samay Raina, Ranveer Allahbadia reunite: Comedian Samay Raina and Ranveer Allahbadia are set to reunite on The Great Indian Kapil Show on World L

201 Officials To Stay Back In Jammu As Darbar Move To Srinagar Begins

JAMMU, Apr 30: As the bi-annual Darbar Move officially kicks off, the Government of Jammu and Kashmir has ordered 201 officers and officials to r

How the child-mother bond lies at the heart of Syama Satris compositions

At a recent lecture-demonstration, senior musician and scholar R.K. Shriramkumar explained the lyrical and technical intricacies of Syama Sastris

Minor's pregnancy: Amend law on pregnancy termination of rape survivors, says Supreme Court

The court said in its impassioned observations that this is a case of child rape and the survivor will have a lifelong scar and trauma, if termin

IMEC momentum to boost Karnataka exports amid global trade disruptions

Bengaluru exporters are poised to thrive as the India-Middle East-Europe Economic Corridor gains traction. This innovative route presents a strat

Kharge rules out Chief Minister change in Karnataka for now

KALABURGAI (KARNATAKA), Apr 30: AICC President Mallikarjun Kharge on Thursday said there was no Chief Minister change in Karnataka for now and th

India-Turkey Cement Security Ties With Dawood Aide Salim Dola's Deportation

Salim Dola, an alleged associate of Iqbal Mirchi and linked to networks of Dawood Ibrahim, had been on the radar of Indian agencies for years.

Petrol, Diesel prices today (April 30): Global oil prices breach $120 per barrel; check fuel rates in Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata and Chennai

Petrol, Diesel prices update: Despite a surge in Brent crude oil prices, petrol and diesel rates remained stable across India on April 30, 2026,

In pictures: West Bengal elections conclude with high voter turnout

Inside the second phase of polling in West Bengal amid rain and violence.

Pilibhit in UP to get India's first integrated Basmati, organic training-cum-demo farm

India is set to boost its Basmati rice sector. APEDA will establish a new training and demonstration farm in Pilibhit. This facility will focus o

Kapil Sharma announces World Laughter Day special with Samay Raina, Ranveer Allahbadia on Netflix

MUMBAI, Apr 30: Netflix will mark World Laughter Day with a special episode of The Great Indian Kapil Show, featuring host Kapil Sharma alongside

Sony reveals PlayStation Plus May 2026 games listand it includes a massive sports title which is a must-download

PlayStation Plus Monthly Games: Sony has announced the PlayStation Plus Monthly Games for May 2026. Subscribers can claim EA Sports FC 26, Wuchan

Jammu And Kashmir | Juice Factory Steamer Explodes; Two Dead

SRINAGAR, Apr 30: A juice factory steamer exploded mid-repair, killing two persons and injuring one in Shopian district of Jammu and Kashmir, off

Revanth Assures Relief to Farmers After Maize Crop Fire in Nirmal

Orders damage assessment and immediate relief as officials begin action in Pembi mandal.

May 2026 Calendar: From Labour Day, Mothers Day, Buddha Purnima to Bakrid; full list of national and international events

May 2026 brings a calendar full of significant events. National holidays like Labour Day and Mother's Day are celebrated. Religious festivals inc

Meryl Streep Nearly Quit The Devil Wears Prada Before Pay Hike, Reveals Actor

As per Deadline, the three-time Oscar winner recently shared in an interview that despite being impressed by the script of the 2006 film adaptati

ICSE, ISC Results: Girls Outperform Boys, Pass Rate Over 99%

NEW DELHI, Apr 30: The Council for the Indian School Certificate Examinations on Thursday announced the Class 10 and Class 12 results for 2026, w

SC to examine PIL for dedicated revenue judicial service for land disputes

The Supreme Court on Thursday agreed to examine a Public Interest Litigation (PIL) seeking directions to the Centre and states to establish a sep

UAE announces increase in fuel prices for May 2026

Fuel prices in the UAE have seen an increase for May 2026, with Super 98, Special 95, and E-Plus 91 all rising. This adjustment, effective May 1,

Mamdani Calls on King Charles to Return Koh-I-Noor Diamond

Before greeting Charles and Queen Camilla at a 9/11 memorial event, Mamdani was asked what he would discuss with the king if he had the chance

Pakistan court to hear plea by jailed ex-PM Khan, wife in Al-Qadir Trust case

A Pakistani high court will hear former Prime Minister Imran Khan and his wife Bushra Bibi's plea challenging their convictions. They were senten

Tamil Nadu Exit Polls: Will Thalapathy Vijay Be A King or Kingmaker?

If the exit polls projections hold, Vijay could either emerge as a kingmaker or potentially script history by becoming the next mass leader in th

TNEA 2026 Registration to begin in May: Check when counselling will start, important dates, eligibility and application process here

TNEA 2026 starting date: Tamil Nadu Engineering Admissions (TNEA) 2026 will commence in the third week of May, shortly after Class 12 board resul

Bengaluru rains: 5,000 books worth Rs 14 lakh destroyed as rainwater gushes into iconic BookWorm, video leaves many heartbroken

Bengaluru's iconic bookstore, Bookworm, suffered devastating losses as heavy rain and thunderstorms flooded its premises, washing away an estimat

May Purnima 2026: Vaishakha Purnima date, timings, rituals and why this full moon day is more than just another fast

May Vaishakha Purnima 2026 Date: India observes Vaishakha Purnima on May 1, 2026, a significant day for Hindus and Buddhists, honoring Lord Vishn

'Stopped Op Sindoor voluntarily...': Rajnath Singh calls Pak 'epicentre of international terrorism'

From 'FOMO' To 'FOWT': Why Is Gen Z Hitting A Pause On Stocks?

Share Market News: Gen Z are trying to understand it better before stepping in again. Experts say 'fear of wrong timing' shouldn't hold them back

Rare Liver Transplant Successfully Performed on 18-Month-Old at Osmania

Doctors carry out a 14-hour complex surgery using a portion of the fathers liver to treat a child with Glycogen Storage Disease, with treatment p

Electrical Safety Week: TGNPDCL Aims to Reduce Accidents

The CMD interacted with the staff and enquired whether they were using proper safety equipment while carrying out their duties

Vaishnaw flags off Jammu-Srinagar Vande Bharat, services from May 2

The direct train services between Srinagar and Jammu will reduce travel time between the twin capitals of Jammu and Kashmir and boost tourism, be

Shivadhar Reddy appointed as Telanganas State Security Advisor

He would advise Telangana govt on issues concerning Police, Law and Order, Internal Security, Crime Control and other aspects

Canada Shooting Victims' Families Sue OpenAI Over Shooter's ChatGPT Use

The case highlights concerns about the harms posed by overly agreeable AI chatbots and what obligations the tech industry has to control them or

Pakistan Opens 6 Land Routes To Iran Amid Hormuz Blockade: Double-Crossing US?

But by granting the six land routes to Tehran, Islamabad appears to have punched a hole into Trump's strategy.

White House Quiet As China Tightens Trade Rules Ahead Of Trump-Xi Meet

The rules, announced just weeks ahead of President Donald Trump's May 14-15 summit with Chinese leader Xi Jinping, lay the legal groundwork for p

Referee in Trouble Over Riyan Parag Smoking Row

As per the BCCI sources, there is no provision in the BCCI rule book to penalise Riyan for smoking during the Punjab Kings (PBKS) clash at Mullan

Israel says intercepted 175 Gaza flotilla activists on 20 boats

Approximately 175 activists from more than 20 boats... are now making their way peacefully to Israel, Israels Foreign Ministry said in a statemen

Opinion: Opinion | Can Saudi Arabia, Now Alone At The Top, Manage To Keep Oil Stable?

With the UAE's exit, Saudi Arabia will remain the only swing producer with sufficient spare capacity to exert market influence and respond to sup

Kara Review: A Tiresome Tale of Robber and His Redemption

Kara ends up as a predictable and tiring tale of crime and redemption that struggles to justify its own existence.

Bengaluru rains: Three years after fatal flooding, K.R. Circle underpass submerged again

According to a police officer, the accumulated water cannot be pumped out as there is no proper outlet, and doing so could flood adjoining roads.

Tamil Nadu records 99.9% pass in Class 10 ICSE, Class 12 ISC exams

A total of 3,305 students from 88 schools across Tamil Nadu appeared for the Class 12 exams. While girls achieved a pass percentage of 99.93%, 99

Plea against NCLT acting president appointment infructuous, says Delhi HC

The Delhi High Court has officially dismissed a petition that was questioning the legitimacy of the acting president's role at the National Compa

CBSE Class 12 Result 2026 Date and time: When will the board announce results at cbse.gov.in? Here is the latest official update

The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has not yet announced the official date and time for the Class 12 results in 2026. While media re

National Museum of Asian Art Presents Paintings From Indias Himalayan Kingdoms in New Exhibition

Exhibition Features Works, Some Never Publicly Displayed Before, From Renowned Benkaim Collection- April 18, 2026, through July 26, 2026

Kerala Assembly polls: LDF poised to retain power as exit polls confirm lack of anti-incumbency, claims M.V. Govindan

CPI(M) State secretary says while some polling agencies predict a tight race, underlying findings of the surveys, specifically absence of anti-in

UFC Perth Live Streaming: Maddalena vs Prates headlines main fight card - Preview, Date, Start Time, Full Card, Venue and More

UFC returns to Perth with a stacked card headlined by hometown hero Jack Della Maddalena facing dangerous finisher Carlos Prates. Maddalena aims

UGC NET June 2026 Notification OUT: Registration Begins From April 29, Check Direct Link Here

UGC NET June 2026 notification released by NTA; registrations begin from April 29. Check important dates, application process, and exam schedule