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ED Launches Major Raid in Kolkata Over Alleged Land Fraud Linked to Sona Pappu

Kolkata, May 22: The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has initiated a significant search operation in connection with the alleged land fraud case inv

Zubeen Garg Case: High Court to Hear Bail Plea of Festival Organizer Today

Guwahati, May 22: The Guwahati High Court is set to hear the bail application of Shyamkanu Mahanta today. He is accused in the case concerning th

Watch: Rubio cautiously optimistic ahead of Pakistan talks in Tehran

Congress leader Thiruvanchoor Radhakrishnan elected Kerala Speaker

In the elections held to Speakers post, Thiruvanchoor won 101 votes, while A.C. Moideen of Opposition LDF and B.B. Gopakumar of BJP-led NDA won 3

Google, Meta, TikTok hit by EU consumer complaints about handling of financial scams

The move highlights growing pressure worldwide on Big Tech to do more to address the negative impacts of social media

IPL 2026: Chennai Super Kings captain Ruturaj Gaikwad fined for slow over-rate

The defeat also ended the five-time champions' slim hopes of qualifying for the last four

Constitution not a privilege of few cosmopolitans, belongs to every citizen: CJI Surya Kant

The Constitution is not a privilege of a few cosmopolitans who can afford cost-bearing processes and engage the best of the brains to assert some

The Power of Padmasana: A Natural Remedy for Body and Mind

New Delhi, May 22: In todays fast-paced world, time is scarce and workloads are heavy, leading to common issues like mental stress and lack of co

Power outages recorded in Ukraine's Russia-controlled Zaporizhzhia region, media say

Russia-appointed head of the parts of the Southern Kherson region held by Russian forces, Vladimir Saldo, said on Telegram that nine areas were c

Warmer morning in Delhi at 29C minimum temperature; heatwave continues

Delhi's AQI stood at 226 in the 'poor' category at 9 a.m.

PM Modi to Hold Bilateral Talks with Cyprus President Today

New Delhi, May 22: Prime Minister Modi will engage in discussions with Cyprus President Nikos Christodoulides today in New Delhi. The meeting aim

Forecast of rain in Bengaluru till May 25, yellow alert issued

Heavy rain on May 21 evening had disrupted normal life in several parts of the city

Andhra photographer Rukhiya Mohammed on her award-winning photographs of Eastern Ghats

Rukhiya Mohammed shares her thoughts on winning the Nature inFocus Award 2025 for documenting the changing landscapes of the Eastern Ghats

ED raids in case against Sona Pappu, ex-Kolkata Police Deputy Commissioner

The premises include those of Mohammad Ali alias Max Raju, Saurav Adhikari, nephew of Biswas, and a close associate of Biswas named Ruhil Amin Al

Gold and Silver Trade in Limited Range Amid Global Instability

Mumbai, May 22: Gold and silver opened with slight declines on Friday, trading within a limited range amid ongoing global instability. On the Mul

California governor orders a plan to cope with AI job upheaval

The executive order will mobilise state agencies, experts, universities and industry leaders to develop policies

Bihar Minister Ramkripal Yadav Addresses Law and Order and Rising Milk Prices

Patna, May 22: Bihars Minister Ramkripal Yadav has responded to Chief Minister Samrat Chaudharys remarks regarding criminals. He emphasized the g

U.S. Senate Advances Intelligence Bill to Support Ukraine and Strengthen Partnerships with Allies

Washington, May 22: The U.S. Senates key Intelligence Committee has moved forward with a comprehensive Intelligence Authorization Bill. This legi

Cannes 2026: Pedro Almodovar criticises Trump, wears 'Free Palestine' pin

Cannes Film Festival has been a regular platform for the director whose new film Bitter Christmas earned a 6.5-minute standing ovation.

Rupee rises 18 paise to 96.18 against U.S. dollar in early trade

Rupee opened at 96.30 against the U.S. dollar, then touched 96.18 in early trade, up 18 paise from its previous close

VCK, IUML join Vijays Cabinet in Tamil Nadu

With VCKs Vanni Arasu and IUMLs Shahjahan on board, Vijays Cabinet in Tamil Nadu now has 35 Ministers

Election Commission of India announces Rajya Sabha polls for 24 seats on June 18

ECI said the elections for the Rajya Sabha seats will be held in 10 States where the incumbents are retiring on different dates beginning June 21

CENTCOM showcases war readiness as US-Iran talks intensify

Amid intense indirect discussion over a ceasefire framework between Washington and Tehran, US Central Command (CENTCOM) said that the strike grou

He's hitting the ball in nets as well as I've ever seen him: CSK bowling coach on MS Dhoni's batting form

Chennai Super Kings (CSK) bowling coach Eric Simons said that while the legendary MS Dhoni has not played in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026

CSK Faces Defeat as GT Dominates in IPL 2026 Finale

Ahmedabad, May 22: The IPL 2026 season concluded for the Chennai Super Kings (CSK) with a significant defeat. In the 66th match of the tournament

Odisha govt mandates EV use for official work, pushes virtual meetings

Odisha government mandates virtual meetings and a 10% fuel cut across departments. Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi's directive emphasizes elect

Texas sues Meta, WhatsApp over encryption privacy claims

WhatsApp markets its services as secure and encrypted, but it does not deliver on those promises, Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton said

France: Part of Eiffel Tower sold at auction for 450,000

A French collector bought a 14-step staircase section of the Eiffel Tower at an auction in Paris.

IPL 2026: Sai Sudharsan Claims Orange Cap as Gujarat Titans Defeat Chennai Super Kings

New Delhi, May 22: In a thrilling encounter of IPL 2026, Gujarat Titans (GT) showcased an impressive performance, defeating Chennai Super Kings (

Founder's Parents Lose Sleep as 'Cockroach' Sets Social Media on Fire

Bhagwan added that Abhijeet decided to study journalism abroad because his sister was already there. The father said he wanted his son to take up

Tamil Nadu Cabinet expansion: Shahjahan, Vanni Arasu sworn in as ministers

AM Shahjahan of IUML and Vanni Arasu of VCK were sworn in as ministers by Governor Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar in Chennai. Chief Minister C Josep

Discovering Airglow: Earths Enigmatic Glow Explained

New Delhi, May 22: The Earths atmosphere is home to a stunning and mysterious glow known as Airglow. Recently, a captivating image taken from the

Quote of the Day by Kevin O'Leary: Im not trying to make friends, Im trying to Canadian business tycoons timeless wisdom on money and wealth

Kevin O'Leary, a prominent businessman and Shark Tank personality, built his success on a pragmatic approach to entrepreneurship. His philosophy,

SSC CGL 2026 notification out: Check vacancy details, PDF download, application fee, last date, and how to apply for over 12,000 jobs in ministries, departments, and govt offices

SSC CGL Notification 2026 pdf: The Staff Selection Commission has opened registrations for the SSC CGL Examination 2026, aiming to fill approxima

Ebola Outbreak Alert Leads To India-Africa Summit Delay

New Delhi, May 21 (IANS) The Fourth IndiaAfrica Forum Summit (IAFS IV), initially scheduled to take place in New Delhi from May 2831, has been po

Delhi Government Imposes Strict Ban on Sacrifices in Public Spaces for Bakrid

New Delhi, May 22: The Delhi government has announced stringent guidelines for Bakrid. Minister Kapil Mishra shared these directives via a video

Vida Announces the Listing of its Tokenized Equity (VIDAx) on Paywards xStocks

RBI not in favour of rate hikes to defend rupee, prioritises inflation

The Reserve Bank of India is not favoring interest rate hikes to protect the rupee. Instead, it is exploring other options. Inflation, not the cu

CM Vijays Cabinet in T.N. takes final shape with total strength of 35

Tamil Nadu Governor Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar administered the oath of office and secrecy to the new Ministers at Lok Bhavan in Chennai

Shashi Tharoor's Advice To Opposition Amid 'Cockroach Janata Party' Rage

This is an opportunity that the Opposition must seize, the Congress MP wrote.

Govt. school students from Guntur enjoy exposure trip to Delhi

Who Runs Iran Today? No, It's Not Just Mojtaba Khamenei

Experts point out that their shared backgrounds, careers and ideological outlook are the reasons why neither the war nor the collapse of the gove

Crypto Worth Millions Has Become Permanently Inaccessible. Here's Why

Unlike bank accounts, mutual funds, or fixed deposits, crypto does not come with a relationship manager, a branch office, or a standard recovery

Shubman Gill Expresses Joy Over Teams Timely Rhythm Recovery

Ahmedabad, May 22: Shubman Gill, captain of the Gujarat Titans (GT), expressed his happiness at seeing his team regain their rhythm at the right

Samsung workers to begin vote on pay deal

SAMSUNG-ELEC-Samsung workers to begin vote on pay deal

Umar Khalid moves Delhi HC seeking interim bail in 2020 riots case

Khalid had also submitted that his mother has been unwell and has been advised surgery for lump excision on June 2 at a private hospital

Ensure Smooth Conduct of UPSC Prelims Exam in Hyderabad: Narayan Reddy

As many as 44,209 candidates would be appearing for the exam in 100 centres in Hyderabad: Official

Who is Raseshwari Devi, spiritual leader behind upcoming 1,500-seat meditation and wellness centre on World Meditation Day 2026?

Raseshwari Devi ji: Spiritual leader Raseshwari Devi announced a new Yoga and meditation hall in Odisha and a week-long camp in Haridwar for Worl

Major Breakthrough for Delhi Police: Two Brothers Arrested for Vehicle Theft and Burglary

New Delhi, May 22: The Delhi Polices South District has achieved a significant success in tackling vehicle theft and burglary cases. Alert person

Spotify strikes deal with Universal Music to let premium users create AI covers, remixes

What were building is grounded in consent, credit and compensation for the artists and songwriters that take part, said Spotify Co-CEO Alex Norst

Trump postpones AI order signing, 'didn't like' some aspects

Because I didn't like certain aspects of it I postponed it, Trump told reporters in the Oval Office

Man Pays Poignant Tribute To Gaming Friend Of 15 Years Who Passed Away: 'Lost My Duo'

Gamer recalls 15 years of memories with online friend in heartfelt Reddit post.

Rising Health Threats in Sudan: Dengue, Mpox, and Cholera Outbreaks Prompt Urgent Response

New Delhi, May 22: Amid deteriorating security conditions and challenges in delivering aid, agencies in Sudan are working to control the rising c

Two MLAs From IUML, VCK Take Oath In Vijay's Cabinet In Tamil Nadu

Vijay TVK Government Formation: Two MLAs from IUML, VCK Take Oath In Vijay's Cabinet In Tamil Nadu

MIT Scientists Suggest Everyday Foods To Help Your Gut Repair Itself

A new MIT study confirms that a simple amino acid is behind strengthening the gut. Here is which everyday foods that have this amino acid and why

At least 2 dead, several injured after bus tanker crash on Agra Lucknow Expressway

Two people were killed and nearly 20 others injured after a double-decker sleeper bus collided with a tanker and caught fire on the Agra-Lucknow

Indian Stock Market Opens Strong Amid Global Positivity, Auto Stocks Lead Gains

Mumbai, May 22: The Indian stock market opened on a positive note on Friday, buoyed by strong global signals. At 9:17 AM, the Sensex rose by 161

Had a fruitful meeting with council of ministers, says PM Modi

PM Modi said the discussions centred around policy reforms and governance initiatives that could improve public service delivery and strengthen e

These 4 Easy And Cheap Tricks Can Keep Your Roof Cool All Summer

As the intense Nautapa summer heat approaches, this article highlights four affordable, natural methods to lower rooftop temperatures and keep ho

Quote of the Day by Jon Bon Jovi: Falling in love is painful on the knees - a relationship lesson from the Bed of Roses singer for people who dare to care

Quote of the Day by Jon Bon Jovi offers a sharp observation on love. His quote 'Falling in love is painful on the knees' reveals the vulnerabilit

'$500 billion in bilateral trade by 2030': US envoy Sergio Gor hints at trade pact with India

In a strategic move, the US is pushing to wrap up a trade deal with India that seeks to expand market access and lower trade obstacles, aiming fo

Assam Government Commits to Protect Biodiversity and End Poaching

Guwahati, May 22: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma reaffirmed the state governments commitment to biodiversity conservation, forest prote

Travel operators in Bengaluru fear loss of livelihood if work-from-home increases, urge Centre for protection

Karnataka State Travel Operators Association (KSTOA) stated that the employee transport industry, which supports lakhs of jobs across the country

Severe Heat Wave Hits NCR, Temperatures Expected to Exceed 45 Degrees for Five Days

Noida, May 22: A severe heat wave is gripping the National Capital Region (NCR), affecting Noida, Ghaziabad, Gurugram, and Delhi. Residents are s

Air France flight to U.S. diverted to Montreal due to Ebola travel restrictions

The spokesman said in an email officials took decisive action and prohibited the flight carrying that traveller from landing at Detroit Metropoli

'Do epic s**t': Why billionaire Ankur Warikoo still wakes up at 4:30 am even after closing his Rs 100 crore business

Ankur Warikoo, a popular finfluencer, has shared his disciplined morning routine. This comes after he announced the closure of his Rs 100 crore c

SpaceX's road to landmark IPO filing

Led by billionaire CEO Elon Musk, the worlds most valuable private company is aiming to raise $75 billion at a valuation nearing $2 trillion

JEE Advanced 2026 Answer Key When? Question Paper Out On Official Website

JEE Advanced 2026: The questions were designed to test the comprehension, reasoning and analytical ability of candidates.

New biotechnology breakthrough may cut reliance on petroleum-based naphtha

The platform uses glycerol, a byproduct of biodiesel production

Republicans Call Off Vote on Iran War Resolution That Was on the Verge of Passing

We had the votes without question and they knew it, and as a result theyre playing a political game, said Democratic Rep. Gregory Meeks, who spon

West Aisa conflict: US submits new ceasefire proposal to Iran through Pakistan

As the negotiations continue, Pakistan Army Chief Asim Munir has planned a visit to Iran

Amit Shah Salutes BSFs All-Women Team for Singing Vande Mataram on Everest

New Delhi, May 22: Union Home Minister Amit Shah has praised the all-women team of the Border Security Force (BSF) for their remarkable achieveme

Political banter finds its way into legal arguments in SC

Stock Market LIVE Updates, Sensex Today: Sensex Jumps 140 Points, Oil Still Above $104 A Barrel

Stock Market, Sensex, Share Market, Nifty LIVE Updates:

Texas Sues WhatsApp, Meta Over Data Access, Encryption Claims

The lawsuit says WhatsApp and Meta falsely assure users that WhatsApp messages are encrypted despite having access to virtually all private commu

UN Flags 'Grave Concern' Over Taliban Law Allowing Child Marriage

Women and girls face widespread discrimination in Afghanistan, with laws dictating how they must dress and behave. They are banned from secondary

NASAs Hubble captures comet breaking apart in real time

The odds of Hubble catching such an event at exactly the right moment are incredibly small

mid-day Opinion: This Melodi is very, very spicy

Learn from the pros! The Melody moment between the PM and Italian PM Giorgia Meloni teaches us valuable lessons in social media marketing and vir

Canadian billionaire Kevin O'Leary calls Gen Z 'idiots' for wasting money on coffee and sandwiches

Canadian billionaire Kevin O'Leary urges young people to stop spending on daily coffee and sandwiches. He advises investing this money to build w

Up to five years jail proposed for trafficking banned substances to athletes

Proposed amendments have been uploaded on the Sports Ministrys website for feedback from the public with the deadline for submission being June 1

SSC CGL 2026 Notification Out For 12,256 Vacancies, Apply Online Till June 22

SSC CGL 2026 Notification: Candidates will be recruited for posts in central government departments and offices. Around 12,256 vacancies have bee

mid-day Opinion: Garib Nagar clean-up after demolition must be quick

This is a tinderbox situation, and one spark can set off a blaze.

MS Dhoni Mania Costs CSK: No Injury Replacement Despite 'Limited Squad'

MS Dhoni did not play any game this season due to fitness issues, yet CSK chose not to name an injury replacement, impacting squad options.

We Can Do Without A Lot Of Drama: EU On Climate Talks At UN In Turkey

European countries were deeply frustrated by last year's COP30 climate conference in Brazil, which produced a watered-down final text that lacked

Suspected Ebola cases reported in eastern DR Congos South Kivu province

The outbreak of the virus Bundibugyo strain, for which there is no vaccine, has been declared a public health emergency of international concern

Israel fears surprise Iranian attack amid ceasefire talks: Reports

Iran could be planning a surprise missile and drone attack targeting Gulf countries and Israel amid ongoing ceasefire negotiations between Washin

India-US trade deal likely to be finalised in coming months, says Sergio Gor

Gor said the proposed agreement was aimed at boosting trade opportunities, improving market access and strengthening economic cooperation between

Kerala Prepares for International Yoga Day 2026 with Focus on Womens Health

Thiruvananthapuram, May 22: As part of the 32-day preparations for International Yoga Day (IDY) 2026, the Ministry of AYUSH, in collaboration wit

New Bill Introduced in the U.S. to Impose Strict Sanctions on Chinese Companies Linked to Military

Washington, May 22: Two senior Republican lawmakers in the United States have introduced a bill aimed at accelerating sanctions against Chinese e

Goyal on rupee fall: several steps under consideration, urges citizens to cut import spending