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Chennai and neighbouring areas to get light to moderate rains over the weekend

The RMC has forecast light to moderate rains over a few places in Chennai, Chengalpattu, Kancheepuram, Ranipet, Tiruvallur, Tiruvannamalai, Vello

IndianOil says no nationwide fuel shortage; supply issues at some outlets 'highly localised'

The company said petrol sales during May 1-22 rose 14% year-on-year, while diesel sales increased around 18%, reflecting sustained and exceptiona

Elephant runs amok in busy Thrissur locality; causes panic, damage to property

The incident occurred near the Paramekkavu temple while the elephant was being bathed

Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif leaves for China for four-day visit

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharifs four-day visit to China aims to strengthen Pakistan-China relations and enhance CPEC cooperation

From prison cells to exam halls: 44 Gujarat inmates pass GSEB Board examinations

The Prison Department assisted inmates with filling examination forms, supplied books and study materials, and conducted subject-wise classes ins

Police, protesters clash in new marches against Bolivian leader

President Rodrigo Paz has attempted to take the heat out of the protests by firing his unpopular Labour Minister and promising to give the miners

CNG Prices Rise in New Delhi, Now at 81.09 per Kilogram

New Delhi, May 23: The retail price of compressed natural gas (CNG) in the national capital increased by 1 per kilogram on Saturday. This marks t

World Bank says responding to Ebola outbreak, plans to increase funding

Monique Vledder gave no details on the size of the financing package being prepared, but it was clear that more funding would be needed in coming

Major Abhilasha Barak To Receive 2025 UN Military Gender Advocate Of Year Award

New York [US], May 23: Major Abhilasha Barak has been awarded the 2025 UN Military Gender Advocate of the Year Award, Permanent Mission of India

IPL 2026: Ishan Kishan Joins Orange Cap Race, Bhuvneshwar Kumar Leads Purple Cap

New Delhi, May 23: In the 67th match of IPL 2026, Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) defeated Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) by 55 runs. Ishan Kishan w

Trump to attack again? Arab nations seek Iran war deal as ceasefire remains fragile

Several Arab nations join Pakistan in urging President Donald Trump to allow more time for negotiations to end the Iran war. Despite indications

Rajasthan Royals Look To Seal Last IPL Playoffs Spot Against Mumbai Indians

RR is currently placed fourth with 14 points , need to win against MI, which will take them to 16 points, at least one point clear of both PBKS a

Bihar Embraces Digital Revolution, Claims BJP Leader Sanjay Sarawagi

Patna, May 23: Bihar BJP President Sanjay Sarawagi claimed on Saturday that the state is moving towards a new revolution in digital technology. H

Cannes 2026: Nepals Elephants in the Fog creates history, wins Un Certain Regard Jury Prize

Written and directed by Abinash Bikram Shah in his feature debut, the film was also the first Nepali film to be selected in the segment, which ru

BRS leader Chinthalapadi Madhu found dead in gunny bag in Telangana's Suryapet

BRS leader Chinthalapadi Madhu, 42, was discovered dead inside a gunny bag near Yerkaram stage in Suryapet district, Telangana. Police suspect mu

IPL 2026: More than having maturity, it's about shot selection, says Ishan Kishan

Kishan, who brought up his 500 runs in this IPL during the match against RCB, said keeping it simple was also crucial for SRH

Revanth Reddy Lays Foundation Stone for Rs.99.55 Cr Works at Yadagirigutta Temple

Revanth Reddy laid foundation stone laid for a Veda Pathashala to be constructed at a cost of Rs.43.80 crore and for constructing the Lords Nitya

Tamil Nadu Rajya Sabha Elections: TVK Faces Its First Major Political Test

Chennai, May 23: The Election Commission has announced that a by-election will be held on June 18 to fill a vacant Rajya Sabha seat from Tamil Na

'Har halaat mein zinda hain': Pakistan has now its own 'Cockroach' parties as CJP goes viral in India

Satirical Cockroach parties have emerged on Pakistani social media, mirroring a trend that began in India. Inspired by the Cockroach Janta Party,

Ilaiyaraaja, the eternal experimenter

Half a century after maestro Ilaiyaraajas debut as a composer, his music continues to defy categorisation, dissolving boundaries between folk idi

Doctor Arrested for Assaulting Patient at Tejas Hospital in Lucknow

Lucknow, May 23: A shocking incident has emerged from Tejas Hospital located in the Indaurabagh area of Lucknow, where a female patient was alleg

Narrow Escape For Army Officers As Chopper Crashes In Leh. They Click Selfie

The chopper, Cheetah, was carrying a lieutenant colonel and two majors and crashed on May 20, with the officials confirming the news this morning

Ahead of SIR, 75% of voters mapped with 2003 rolls in Jharkhand: CEO

The list of all unmapped voters will be displayed at all polling booths from Saturday (May 23, 2026), he said

Armys Cheetah Helicopter Crashes Near Leh; Major General Among 3 Injured

LEH, May 23: Three army officers had a narrow escape after their Cheetah helicopter crashed in the mountainous Tangste region near Leh, officials

82 Killed, 9 Still Missing After Explosion At Coal Mine In China

82 Killed, 9 Still Missing After Explosion At Coal Mine In China

Why Oil Companies Have Hiked Petrol, Diesel Prices Third Time in 9 Days

Despite increasing prices thrice in nine days, the oil companies' under-recovery on petrol and diesel remains significant.

Manoj Tiwari Supports PM Modis Call for National Strength

Mumbai, May 23: BJP MP Manoj Tiwari spoke about Prime Minister Narendra Modis appeal, emphasizing its importance for strengthening the nation. He

Twisha Sharma death case: husband Samarth Singh brought to Bhopal, police to seek remand

Asked about the State government's recommendation for a CBI probe, Bhopal Commissioner said local police would continue the investigation until t

U.S. immigrants seeking Green Cards, including Indians, will now have to return home to apply

According to USCIS spokesman Zach Kahler, the new rule represents a return to the original intent of the law to ensure that potential immigrants

The chase around missing documents

Residents losing property or educational documents face protracted bureaucratic procedures before securing non-traceable certificates required fo

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio Visits Saint Teresas Mother House in Kolkata

He visited the headquarters of the Missionaries of Charity and spoke with its officials.

Tragic Drowning Incident Claims Young Life at Indira Dam

Lucknow, May 23: A young man tragically drowned while swimming at Indira Dam in Uttar Pradeshs capital, Lucknow, as a means to escape the heat. P

Lens lift French Cup for the first time after beating Nice in final

Lens has won the French Cup for the first time in the clubs 120-year history

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IPS officer Mukesh Singh likely to lead Manipur Police after Rajiv Singhs exit

Manipur's Police Chief Rajiv Singh has been appointed Secretary (Security) in the Cabinet Secretariat. Ladakh's DGP Mukesh Singh is set to take o

Police Arrest Suspect in Mother-Son Murder Case After Encounter

New Delhi, May 23: Police have apprehended the main suspect in the brutal murder of a mother and her son in Govindpuri following an encounter. Th

Rain in parts of Delhi, strong winds bring respite from heat

IMD said temporary relief from heatwave conditions is expected over northwest India, including Delhi, Punjab, Haryana and Chandigarh, due to thun

US Secretary Of State Marco Rubio Visits Saint Teresas Mother House, Childrens Home In Kolkata

Kolkata, May 23 : US Secretary of State Marco Rubio visited Mother House, the headquarters of Saint Teresas Missionaries of Charity, here on Satu

'Do NOT assemble': Bengaluru Police warns people not to participate in Cockroach Janata Party's human chain

Bengaluru Police have warned citizens against assembling near Town Hall on Sunday, May 24, for a human chain protest called by the Cockroach Jana

BJP-Congress spar in Uttar Pradesh over Ajay Rais alleged remark on PM Modi; leader calls video AI-generated

This video is generated by the IT cell of the BJP through AI. In my entire political career of over 35-years, I have maintained dignity in politi

Thousands rally in Havana after U S indicts Raul Castro

Thousands of Cubans gathered outside the U.S. Embassy in Havana on Friday, May 22, to protest the United States decision to indict former Cuban P

Rapid Metro in Gurugram restored, situation under control: Officials

Rapid Metro services in Gurugram were fully restored late Friday night after a major power outage triggered by a fire at a 220 KV power station i

Golf Major champion Aaron Rai: the all-world English gentleman with Indian roots

The 31-year-olds triumph at the PGA Championship was one of golfs great underdog stories. How did he step up on one of the sports biggest stages?

Ponraj gets anticipatory bail in two cases over derogatory remarks against TVKs women supporters

Justice R. Sakthivel says the petitioner, who claims to be a respectable personality, should have been very careful with his choice of words whil

Raseshwari Devi announces massive 1,500-seat yoga & meditation hall in Odisha; Internet wants to know: who is she?

Raseshwari Devi Announces Meditation Hall in Odisha: Spiritual leader Raseshwari Devi announced a large Yoga and Meditation Hall near Tangi, Odis

The Sacred Status of Cows: A Duty to Uphold Tradition, Says Dilip Ghosh

Kolkata, May 23: The debate surrounding the relaxation of animal slaughter rules during Eid-ul-Azha has intensified following comments from the C

UN nuclear non-proliferation talks fail

Experts pointed out that even in the absence of a review agreement for the third time in a row, the treaty continues to exist, but with diminishe

Aishwarya Rai Shines at Cannes 2026, Fans Adore Aaradhya

Mumbai, May 23: After a long hiatus, beauty queen Aishwarya Rai Bachchan made a stunning return to the Cannes Film Festival. Her recent photos ha

Three months in, is Trump losing the Iran war?

America's military actions against Iran three months ago are now questioned. President Trump faces doubts about achieving a clear geopolitical vi

Russian Consul General meets Gujarat CM, discusses cooperation in maritime, shipbuilding and education

The Consul General extended an invitation to CM Patel to attend the upcoming business summit in St. Petersburg.

Auspicious Dates and Rituals for May 24: A Guide to the Purushottam Month

New Delhi, May 23: The Purushottam month, also known as the extra month in the Hindu calendar, holds special significance in Sanatan Dharma. The

U.S. Lawmakers Warn Against Visa Restrictions Impacting Innovation

Washington, May 23: A bipartisan group of U.S. lawmakers has urged the Trump administration to maintain the current visa framework for internatio

PMK wants immediate closure of 717 liquor shops as per TN CM's order

PMK leader Anbumani Ramadoss has urged authorities to expedite the closure of 717 state-run liquor shops, as ordered by Chief Minister C Joseph V

Maharashtra invokes MCOCA against cow smuggling, illegal cattle trade for first time; CM Fadnavis warns of strict action

Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis announced the state government is using MCOCA for the first time against cow smuggling and illegal s

Marco Rubio visits Saint Teresa's Mother House, children's home in Kolkata

First Shipment of Flavored Iced Tea from Bhopal to Switzerland Marks Milestone for Indian MSMEs

New Delhi, May 23: Indian MSMEs are making a strong mark on global standards of quality and taste. This is evident as the first export shipment o

'3 years of German, now Sanskrit?' CBSE language rule sparks chaos in schools, parents say dreams are being redrawn overnight

A new Central Board of Secondary Education language policy will require students entering Class IX from the 202627 academic year to study three l

Children stay away from play as city reels under heat

As Chennai grapples under an intense heat wave with the city recording the highest temperature at 42 degrees Celsius on Thursday, parents in the

Weather Shift Brings Temporary Relief from Scorching Heat in Noida

Noida, May 23: The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) issued an orange alert for extreme heat and heat waves, prompting a sudden change in we

Padmini Ekadashi 2026 Date: When is Ekadashi, May 26 or May 27? Check correct date, Parana time, puja timings and rituals

Devotees will observe the sacred Adhika Jyeshtha Padmini Ekadashi fast on May 27, 2026. This special Ekadashi falls during Adhik Maas, offering e

The arrow and the abyss | Review of Ankit Kawades The AmbedkarNietzsche Provocations

Ankit Kawades debut work shows how B.R. Ambedkar repurposes Nietzsches concept against hierarchical order

Sub-Committee Meeting on Ladakh Issues Yields Positive Outcomes, Says Tashi Gyalson

New Delhi, May 23: The recent sub-committee meeting addressing issues related to Ladakh was described as highly meaningful and results-oriented b

13-yr-old Yassers win in Uzbekistan Boxing Championship sharpens spotlight on J&Ks Khelo India Centres

Jammu and Kashmirs Chief Minister Omar Abdullah showered praise on the young boy after he defeated boxers from Tajikistan, Kazakhstan, and Iran b

Congress Criticizes Government Over Rising Fuel Prices Amid Economic Concerns

New Delhi, May 23: The opposition has intensified its criticism of the government following the third increase in petrol and diesel prices in jus

Major Accident on Delhi-Mumbai Expressway Leaves 40 Injured, Six in Critical Condition

Alwar, May 23: A serious accident occurred on the Delhi-Mumbai Expressway in Alwar on Saturday morning when a sleeper bus overturned. All approxi

Fire Reported at Russian Oil Depot After Ukrainian Drone Strike

Novorossiysk handles around a fifth of Russia's crude oil shipments and is the country's largest export hub on the Black Sea.

Speculations Rise Over Leadership Changes in Tamil Nadu BJP Following Nainar Nagendrans Delhi Visit

Chennai, May 23: Following the NDAs defeat in Tamil Nadu, there are indications of potential leadership changes within the state BJP unit. Specul

Tragic Road Accident Claims Five Lives in Karnataka

Kalaburagi, May 23: A devastating road accident occurred in the Kalaburagi district of Karnataka, resulting in the deaths of five family members.

Discovering Hemkund Sahib: A Sacred Retreat in the Himalayas

New Delhi, May 23: Nestled amidst the snow-capped peaks of Uttarakhand, Hemkund Sahib is not just a revered Sikh pilgrimage site but also a symbo

India, Pakistan should talk to each other find a way out on Kashmir: Mirwaiz Umar Farooq

Kashmir chief cleric Mirwaiz Umar Farooq underlined the path shown by his late father (Mirwaiz Moulana Farooq), where he put thrust on resolution

Shoddy Probe, Clear Cover-Up By In-Laws: Shobhaa De On Twisha Case

In an exclusive interview with NDTV's Shiv Aroor, De takes a hard and unsparing look at the shocking case and mother-in-law Giribala Singh's acti

IPL 2026: Daniel Vettori heaps praise on pace trio of Malinga, Cummins and Sakib

Sunrisers Hyderabad came within sniffing distance of finishing in the top two, but the math fell just short after its win over Royal Challengers

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Tragic Murder of Minor in Coimbatore Sparks Outcry Over Womens Safety

Chennai, May 23: The tragic death of a minor girl in Coimbatore has led to a fierce verbal attack on the state government by DMK spokesperson TKS

Fake ID, AI Photos, Marriage Promises: How Man Defrauded Gujarat Women On Dating Apps

Ahmedabad, May 23 (IANS) The Ahmedabad Crime Branch has arrested a 27-year-old man accused of impersonating a Gujarat Police Sub-Inspector on dat

Hyderabad Man, 44, Jailed 60 Days for Repeatedly Assaulting Elderly Parents

The sentence was passed on Friday by the Special Judicial Magistrate Court. The elderly parents had lodged a complaint on May 21, stating that th

DRI Seizes 60,000 Kg of Smuggled Foreign Areca Nuts in Northeast, 5 Arrested

According to the Ministry of Finance release on Friday, initial investigations revealed that foreign-origin dried areca nuts were smuggled into I

SRH Bowlers Excel with Slower Balls, Says Captain Rajat After Defeat

Hyderabad, May 23: In the 67th match of IPL 2026, Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) faced a 55-run defeat against Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH). Foll

Garena Free Fire Max Redeem Codes for May 23, 2026: Unlock 10+ rewards now

Garena Free Fire MAX offers players daily rewards through redeem codes, which are 12-character alphanumeric combinations released regularly. Thes

Fire breaks out in Delhi market, locals pelt stones at fire tenders over delayed response

The fire erupted in the furniture market located near New Seelampur metro station and quickly spread across the area due to the presence of highl

UN Nuclear Treaty Talks End Without Deal Amid US-Iran Dispute

Vietnam's UN Ambassador Do Hung Viet, who chaired the conference, announced that there was no consensus among the 191 parties to the Nuclear Nonp

Im Ready to Fight: Sabalenka

All I can say is that I'm ready to fight, and, of course, I hope to do a little bit better than I did last year, said the Belarusian, who turned

Delhi HC seeks response from AAPs Gopal Rai, journalist in contempt plea

Justice Sharma had on May 14 initiated criminal contempt proceedings against Mr. Kejriwal, Manish Sisodia and other AAP leaders over their vilify

SRH Triumphs Over RCB: Captain Pat Cummins Praises Team Performance

Hyderabad, May 23: In a thrilling encounter of IPL 2026, Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) secured a convincing 55-run victory against Royal Challengers

Watch: Elon Musk's SpaceX Starship Explodes During Splashdown In Indian Ocean

The third-generation Starship spacecraft carried out a maneuver that saw it flip upright and reignite its engines for control, despite one being

Centre turns on West Bengal funds tap after Suvendu Adhikaris Delhi visit

Following Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari's Delhi visit, the Centre has approved Rs 39,000 crore for West Bengal's water resources ministry schem

Explained: Head Incident That Left Kohli Fuming, Triggered Handshake Row

Virat Kohli and Travis Head didn't shake hands after the conclusion of the Sunrisers Hyderabad vs Royal Challengers match in IPL 2026. The founda

Bihar Leaders Extend Birthday Wishes to BJP President Nitin Naveen

Patna, May 23: On the occasion of BJP National President Nitin Naveens birthday, several leaders from Bihar, including former Chief Minister Niti

IRGC-linked operative accused of plotting assassination of Ivanka Trump: Report

An Iraqi national is arrested in Turkey for allegedly plotting to assassinate Ivanka Trump. The suspect, linked to Iran's Revolutionary Guard Cor

Quote of the day by Charles Darwin: 'Only picture to yourself a nice soft wife on a sofa with good fire, & books & music.' - thoughts of world's most famous biologist on marriage

Charles Darwin, renowned for his theories on evolution, also privately contemplated marriage. Before proposing to Emma Wedgwood, he meticulously