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Maharashtra Approves Four Expressway Projects in Vidarbha

Mumbai, May 15: The Cabinet Committee on Infrastructure, led by Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, granted administrative approval on Thursday for

Udhayanidhi clarifies stand on Sanatana

Sri Lankas Fisheries Minister urges CM Vijay to ban bottom trawling

Hoping to travel to Tamil Nadu and meet the CM, says Ramalingam Chandrasekar

Delhi BJP President Advocates Fuel Conservation for National Interest

New Delhi, May 15: Delhi BJP President Virendra Sachdeva welcomed Prime Minister Narendra Modis appeal to reduce petrol and diesel consumption an

Govt aims to reduce heat wave-linked deaths: Amit Shah

Union Home Minister Amit Shah announced a significant government goal. India is actively working to eliminate deaths caused by heat waves. This i

Boy dies after falling from terrace while flying kite near Kancheepuram

Multiple Sclerosis Society of India organises awareness event in Chennai

Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a chronic neurological condition affecting the central nervous system. The event sought to highlight the importance of

Chinese Proverb of the Day: The unfaithful woman has remorse, the faithful one has regret Life lessons on loyalty, desire, temptation and why feelings are based on choices

Chinese Proverb of the Day explores the meaning of The unfaithful woman has remorse, the faithful one has regret. The traditional saying reflects

Congress leader has 'no trust' in LAHDC's head councillor

Councillors in Kargil have filed a no-confidence motion against the Chief Executive Councillor. This move follows a disagreement over a rotationa

AAP student wing protests NEET paper leak, seeks PMs resignation

P. Kumaran takes charge as Indias High Commissioner in London

The new High Commissioner paid tributes to the statues of Mahatma Gandhi in Tavistock Square and Parliament Square and to Babasaheb B.R. Ambedkar

Chhattisgarh CM Vishnu Dev Sai Discusses Development Plans with Amit Shah in New Delhi

Raipur, May 15: Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Vishnu Dev Sai recently returned from a visit to New Delhi, where he met with Union Home Minister Ami

Odisha Chief Minister Reviews Law and Order, Calls for Strong Action Against Organized Crime

Bhubaneswar, May 15: Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi directed Odisha Police on Thursday to adopt a more proactive and community-centered approa

Remove import duty on cotton to ensure supply, CM Vijay urges Modi

Of late, the industry is facing severe crisis due to increase in cotton price, and consequently yarn prices. I understand this is caused primaril

The enduring legacy left behind by Ted Turner

The mind behind 24-hour globalised news saw its profitable nature first thrive, and then be commodified

NIA says TATP explosive used in 2025 Red Fort blast case

The National Investigation Agency's charge sheet details the 2025 Red Fort blast. Triacetone Triperoxide, or TATP, was used in the explosive devi

Tasmac shuts 150 outlets in three days; salesmen face challenges from customers

Outlets located in close proximity to educational institutions and places of worship have been shut across Tamil Nadu following directives issued

COVID vaccines DID MORE HARM THAN GOOD!: Sen. Moreno drops shocking revelation at fiery hearing

Rajasthan Health Minister Initiates Three-Pronged Investigation into Kota Hospital Incident

Jaipur, May 15: Rajasthans Health and Medical Minister, Rajendra Singh Khinvsar, announced that a thorough investigation is underway regarding th

Rajasthan ATS Launches Major Operation Against Suspected Cross-Border Network; Seven Arrested

Jaipur, May 15: The Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS) has initiated a significant operation against a suspected terrorist and smuggling network linked t

Boy on Bike, Degree on Wall

Maj Gen Sanjeev Dogra (Retd) sanjeev662006@gmail.com Every city reveals its future in small scenes. In Jammu, one such scene is becoming painfull

West Asia war, Hormuz, Gaza dominate BRICS foreign ministers' meet

BRICS foreign ministers met in New Delhi to discuss the West Asia conflict. They emphasized dialogue and diplomacy to end the war. Ensuring safe

Away from the complex agenda, here are five other highlights from day 1 of the Trump-Xi summit

Posting on social media in mid-April, Trump predicted Xi would give him a big, fat hug upon his arrival in Beijing. Come Thursday morning, Trump

I refuse to be intimidated, says Delhi High Court judge, initiates contempt proceedings against Kejriwal, AAP leaders

Justice Swarana Kanta Sharma directs that CBIs plea be placed before another Bench; clarifying that she is not recusing herself from the matter;

'US bullying not unfamiliar to anyone here': Iran FM Abbas Araghchi at BRICS meet

Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi strongly criticized the United States at the BRICS Foreign Ministers' Meeting in New Delhi. He labeled US

Assam Police Seize 21.36 Crore in Drugs, Five Arrested

Guwahati, May 15: Assam police have conducted a significant anti-narcotics operation, seizing drugs worth approximately 21.36 crore and arresting

Virat Kohli and the art of agelessness

The 37-year-old is showing no signs of stopping despite being closer to the end of his storied career; the unbeaten IPL century on Wednesday was

EC to conduct SIR phase 3 across 16 states from May-end

The Election Commission is launching the third phase of its Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls. This exercise will cover 16 states and

Sanjeev Ahluwalia | Efficiency, Yes; Strategic Resilience Is Critical Too

Over the decade ending in 2024, not only did global investment in energy increase from $2 trillion per year to $3 trillion, the share of investme

Stronger push for accountability: Evaluation tightened, faltering CPSEs to face strict penalties

New performance rules for central public sector enterprises are now in effect. Strict penalties will be applied for not meeting corporate social

Roche brings 7-minute lung cancer shot to India

Roche Pharma India introduces a new injectable immunotherapy for lung cancer. This treatment takes only seven minutes, a significant reduction fr

Sinner Advances to Semifinals After Defeating Rublev at Italian Open

Rome, May 15: World number one Jannik Sinner secured his place in the semifinals of the Italian Open on Thursday, defeating Andrey Rublev with a

People Complain of Rumble Strips on Roads

Traffic police personnel monitoring the stretch said speeding remains common in the area and the rumble strips help in reducing accidents.

Delhi High Court initiates contempt plea against Kejriwal, recuses from excise case

Justice Swarana Kanta Sharma of Delhi High Court has started contempt proceedings against Arvind Kejriwal and Manish Sisodia. They face charges f

Over 38 Kuki, Naga civilians held captive in Manipur amid fresh ethnic violence

More than 38 people from Kuki and Naga communities are held captive in Manipur. The United Naga Council alleged 20 civilians were abducted. Effor

Supreme Court questions Centre over show of independence in Election Commission appointments

The Supreme Court has raised concerns about the independence of the Election Commission of India. Judges questioned the current selection process

IPL 2026: Tilak keeps his cool at the crunch as MI hands PBKS a fifth straight loss

The southpaws unbeaten 33-ball 75 helps the Mumbai outfit chase down 201 with one delivery to spare; Shardul scalps four for the victor

Singarenis past glory will be restored through new mines, new jobs: Minister Vivek Venkataswamy

Assam Chief Minister Reviews Power Projects, Emphasizes Strong Energy Infrastructure

Guwahati, May 15: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma reviewed the progress of key power sector projects on Thursday. These initiatives incl

MMC Warns Cable Operators and Internet Service Providers

They were also direted to ensure area-wise monitoring by operators to ensure accountability.

High-flying Royal Challengers feel at home in unfamiliar conditions

Though the defending champion has won only two of its five away games this season, Patidars men have come out on top in both their fixtures at Ra

Blackstone raises $1.75 bn in data centre REIT IPO

Blackstone has successfully raised $1.75 billion through its initial public offering for a new trust focused on artificial intelligence infrastru

Priorities and Challenges before Suvendu Adhikari government in WB

After a massive mandate in 2026 Assembly polls, the task for the BJP govt in WB is to create employment, bring in industries and maintain law and

Rajasthan Aims for 43,000 PNG Connections in 45 Days

Jaipur, May 15: Rajasthans Chief Secretary V. Srinivasan has set an ambitious target for the states urban gas distribution entities. On Thursday,

Villivakkam to get new medical college, better civic infrastructure: Minister Aadhav Arjuna

Villivakkam MLA and Minister Aadhav Arjuna held the first review meeting with civic officials in his Assembly constituency as Chief Minister C. J

Quote of the Day by William Wordsworth: 'The mind of man is a thousand times more'-Top quotes by one of the founders of English Romanticism

William Wordsworth, a key figure of English Romanticism, believed the human mind's capacity for imagination and emotion far surpasses the beauty

Political Tensions Rise Over Delayed Payments in Jammu and Kashmir

Srinagar, May 15: Political rhetoric has intensified in Jammu and Kashmir regarding the delayed payments to contractors working under the Jal Jee

Survivor stories highlight the need for early thalassemia diagnosis and treatment

Mothers of survivors at the event urged expectant parents to undergo haemoglobin (Hb) electrophoresis testing during pregnancy to help identify t

Human Rights Violations in Balochistan: Allegations of Murder and Student Abduction

Quetta, May 15: Violence against civilians continues unabated across Balochistan. A prominent human rights organization reported on Thursday that

VMC Rolls Out 5 Loaders For Sanitation Drive

The vehicles were formally inaugurated by Vijayawada MP Kesineni Sivanath and Vijayawada Central MLA Bonda Umamaheswara Rao in the presence of ci

Calcutta HC orders police to ensure safe return of post-poll violence victims in Bengal

The Calcutta High Court has ordered police to maintain law and order and ensure the safe return of anyone illegally evicted from their shops or h

Suvendu Adhikari tightens cattle slaughter rules, cracks down on illegal markets in Bengal

The Suvendu Adhikari government has enforced strict regulations on animal slaughter in West Bengal, mandating compliance with the 1950 Act. The o

Red Fort blast charge sheet reveals use of TATP explosive, Operation Heavenly Hind plot

The NIA charge sheet in the 2025 Red Fort blast case reveals the use of TATP in a vehicle-borne IED, which killed 11 people. Ten accused, linked

Motorists in Chennai say fuel outlets are pushing them to buy premium petrol

African proverb of the day: 'Where there is love, there is no...' Life lessons on affection, fear, hatred and why love makes the world brighter and more peaceful

African proverb of the day explains the meaning of the Burundian proverb Where there is love, there is no darkness. The story explores love as li

'Petrol Prices Should Be Allowed To Rise': Economist Arvind Panagariya On PM Modi's Forex Appeal

Calling PM Modi's appeal a good measure to help the nation tide over the potential crisis, the economist said he prefers the price instruments ov

Beijing state banquet sets the table for Trump-Xi reset

For decades, China has used the powerful symbolism of food during landmark official events and when receiving distinguished foreign visitors. In

Iltija Mufti Criticizes Omar Abdullahs Government Over Delayed Payments to Contractors in Jammu and Kashmir

Srinagar, May 15: Political tensions are rising in Jammu and Kashmir regarding delayed payments to contractors working under the Jal Jeevan Missi

How Sonia Gandhi, AK Antony Solved Kerala Stalemate: Inside Story

Sources said Sonia Gandhi was called in to shed light on the puzzle that had the Congress in a bind

BJPs Mega show of Identification With Bengal

By Anjan Roy KOLKATA: With Subhendu Adhikari sworn in as the first BJP chief minister of Bengal on Sunday May 10, an altogether new chapter is b

3 Held For Stealing Money From Temple Hundis

Kalluru ACP Vasundhara Yadav said the three were arrested on Madhira Road on the outskirts of Kalluru following credible information.

Fining students for speaking in Kannada is a punishable offence, says Kannada Development Authority chairman

Cash Crunch Hits Rayalaseema Region, Most People Struggling

A majority of ATMs in these districts are reportedly without cash. Even when cash is available with some of them, it is exhausted before 11 a.m.

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Appeals to PM Modi to Remove Cotton Import Duty

Chennai, May 15: Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay has urged Prime Minister Narendra Modi to immediately eliminate the 11% import duty on

Uttarakhand Files Chargesheet In First Triple Talaq Case Under Uniform Code

Police in Haridwar district submitted the chargesheet in a local court against nine persons following a complaint of dowry harassment and marital

Choppadandi MLA Seeks Probe Into Private Hospitals In Karimnagar After Minister Trapped In Lift

The demand follows an incident on Wednesday night at a private hospital in Karimnagar where welfare minister Adluri Laxman Kumar was briefly trap

Parties Want SIR To Be Held in Fair Manner in Andhra Pradesh

We will raise objections in case any names of fake voters are found.

VD Satheesan To Be Sworn In As Kerala Chief Minister On May 18

The national leadership will invite leaders from other states for the ceremony, Satheesan told reporters after visiting the house of former Chief

Remembering Revolutionary Sukadev: A Beacon of Inspiration Through Sacrifice

New Delhi, May 14: Whenever the discussion turns to revolutionaries in India, the bravery of Bhagat Singh, Rajguru, and Sukadev Thapar comes to m

Odisha CM Mohan Majhi Reviews Law And Order, Asks Police To Crack Down On Organised Crime

Chairing a high-level review meeting on the law and order situation at the Chief Ministers Office here, Mr Majhi asked senior police and administ

CM Naidu Cracks Whip on Officials for Delay at Cabinet Meeting

The CM asked whether proper note was taken on the revised schedule and priority for the discussions. The special CS informed him that all officer

Javed Jaffreys Wife Falls Victim to 16.24 Crore Fraud; Six Arrested Including BMC Official

Mumbai, May 14: In a shocking turn of events, Habiba Jaffrey, wife of actor Javed Jaffrey, has been defrauded of over 16.24 crore. The Mumbai Cri

'Unacceptable': Centre Slams Attack On Indian-Flagged Vessel Near Oman

It is not immediately known who carried out the strike on the vessel on Wednesday.

Thought of the Day by Mariska Hargitay aka Olivia Benson: Sometimes things in life happen that allow us to understand Law & Order: Special Victims Unit star on how lifes hardest moments can reveal what truly matters

Thought of the Day: Whether through Olivia Benson or her real-life activism, Mariska Hargitay consistently highlights compassion, healing and res

Nellore Rural MLA To Skip Convoy, Ride Bicycle

Rs 17-crore works in Kothur; MLA opts bicycle amid fuel-saving appeals

Power ministry asks PSUs to explore one WFH day a week

The Power Ministry has suggested that its public sector undertakings explore allowing employees to work from home. This move could permit up to 2

TGBIE: Science Practical Exam Marks Allocation Changed

Mathematics students will now have Activity-Based Learning (ABL) internal assessment carrying 15 marks each in first and second year. Theory pape

SC Questions Cabinet Ministers Role in EC Selection

Justice Datta said the independence of the Election Commission was a facet of the basic structure of the Constitution, as free and fair elections

Sugar export ban to free up 4-5 lakh tonne for domestic use

India has banned sugar exports until September 30. This move aims to increase domestic availability by 4-5 lakh tonnes. The decision is a respons

Iran Accuses UAE of Military Aggression at BRICS Meeting

New Delhi, May 14: Irans Deputy Foreign Minister stated on Thursday that the United Arab Emirates (UAE) has played a significant role in military

India Now Worlds Fourth-Largest Stock Market: NSE CEO

Vignans educational institutions' vice chairman and Narasaraopet MP Lavu Sri Krishna Devarayalu said financial literacy and market awareness woul

'Biden already gone, Janet Mills': JD Vance GOES OFF on Maine fraud, says 'it's SO BAD...'

IPL Playoffs Scenario After MI Beat PBKS: Huge Opportunity For CSK, RR

The IPL 2026 playoffs race is wide open after Punjab Kings slumped to their fifth straight loss, this time going down against Mumbai Indians in D

AP CM Leads Austerity Drive, Cuts Convoy Size

The CM asked ministers, legislators and public representatives to voluntarily reduce the size of their vehicle convoys to conserve fuel and impro

Trump sees bright future for US-China ties after Xi talks

Malkajgiri traffic police book over 1,400 cases for number plate violations

'Islam is carrying out Jihad against West': Chip Roy triggers heated clash over Sharia & free speech

Sugar stocks fall up to 7% on export ban; analysts see limited long-term impact

Sugar company shares dropped Thursday after India banned sweetener exports. This move follows rising domestic sugar prices and concerns over crop

Iran urges BRICS to condemn US, Israel actions

T.G. Bharath To File Defamation Suit Against Byreddy

The development is expected to further escalate political tensions between the TD and YSRC in Kurnool district, with both sides continuing to tra