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Kurchi Tata Dies After Collapsing at Park

Admirers and social media users expressed grief, remembering Pasha for his unique humour, candid style and that unforgettable dialogue which beca

CCI to onboard analysts and data scientists

The Competition Commission of India is enhancing its capabilities to understand digital markets and artificial intelligence. The regulator is hir

As India's R&D faces funding & talent crunch, Niti panel suggests 50+ fixes

India's research and development spending lags behind global leaders. A Niti Aayog report highlights funding issues and bureaucratic delays. The

India and Italy Agree to Boost Bilateral Trade to 20 Billion by 2029

Rome, May 21: Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni have agreed to enhance bilateral trade to 20 billion by 2029

Sujoy Ghosh: From Corporate Success to Bollywoods Master of Suspense

Mumbai, May 21: Bollywood director Sujoy Ghosh has made a significant mark in the film industry with his unique blend of suspense and thrill. Int

Honouring contracts: Cos seek to export 150,000 tonnes sugar

India's sugar industry seeks permission for additional exports. This follows a recent ban on overseas shipments. The industry needs to honor exis

SC junks PIL seeking caste exclusion from Census

The Supreme Court has dismissed a public interest litigation. The plea sought to exclude caste enumeration from the population census. A three-me

Couple Running a Hostel Urged CM to Take Action Against Former Mayor Bonthu Ram Mohan

The couple asked the Chief Minister to take stern action against the alleged goondaism of Rammohan and his associates, as they had pledged their

Major Drug Bust in Jammu and Kashmir: Three Traffickers Arrested

Srinagar, May 21: In a significant operation against drug trafficking, the Gandarbal police in Jammu and Kashmir have successfully arrested three

Gujarat Government Seeks Approval for Advanced Transfer of Forest Land for Road Widening Projects

Gandhinagar, May 21: The Gujarat government has decided to send a consolidated proposal to the central government for the transfer of protected f

Major Anti-Corruption Operation in Jalgaon: Deputy Registrar and Accomplice Arrested

Mumbai, May 21: The Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) unit in Jalgaon has launched a significant operation against corruption, filing a case under the

TMC MP Sayoni Ghosh Addresses Communication Gaps and IPACs Influence

Kolkata, May 21: Following a significant electoral setback in West Bengal, the Trinamool Congress (TMC) is undergoing a period of introspection.

Dragon blow: China's spending in April at 6-month low

A broad measure of public expenditure fell 7.3% from a year ago, accelerating from the 2.5% decrease in March to mark its sharpest decline since

Taiwan supports mobility of Indians

Taiwan has strongly rejected discriminatory remarks made by a local election candidate. The candidate had vowed to ban Indian immigrants from Tai

Bengal CM Suvendu Adhikari announces 'detect, delete, deport' drive

West Bengal will now identify, remove, and deport illegal Bangladeshi immigrants. This policy excludes Hindu refugees and others eligible under t

Gujarat Expands Domestic PNG Connections Amid Global Energy Crisis

Gandhinagar, May 21: The Gujarat government announced that it has successfully provided 40,000 new domestic PNG (D-PNG) gas connections and 13,00

Kolkata Resident Arrested for Alleged Espionage Linked to Pakistan

Kolkata, May 21: The National Investigation Agency (NIA) has arrested an individual linked to a Pakistan-backed espionage network. According to t

Trump Calls Raul Castro Indictment Very Big Moment, Rules Out Cuba Escalation

President Donald Trump hailed the US indictment of Cuba's former leader Raul Castro on Wednesday but said he did not see the need for escalation,

Southern Railway saves big with solar plants at stations

At Chennai Central, more than half of the energy need was metthrough solar power; 59, 500 units generated per month, says a railway official

At peace with pressure: Understanding Jyothi Surekha

Discipline without drama, ambition without arrogance heres how Jyothi Surekha Vennam built a career that tore through silence.

Nagas urge CM to deploy more forces

Tangkhul Naga villagers sought security from Manipur's Chief Minister following attacks. They requested police forces and essential supplies. The

National Anti-Terrorism Day: A Symbol of the Fight Against Terrorism on May 21

New Delhi, May 21: Every year on May 21, India observes National Anti-Terrorism Day. This day aims to raise awareness about the dangers of terror

The bail rule: On liberty and the Andrabi ruling

The Andrabi ruling reaffirms liberty over the stringent UAPA bar

Bride subjected to sexual abuse, killed for dowry in Nagpur

U.S. indicts former Cuban President as pressure builds

The Justice Department charged the influential former President over the deadly 1996 downing of two civilian planes manned by anti-Castro pilots

New UAE oil pipeline bypassing Hormuz 50% complete ahead of 2027 start

Iran, which has attacked vessels to assert control over the Strait, has expanded its definition of the waterway to include the UAE's Gulf of Oman

City Police arrest 133 for smuggling of drugs

High Court Orders CBI Probe Into Death of Law Grad

It was observed that the manner in which the investigation proceeded raised substantial doubts regarding its fairness and completeness.

Major Crackdown on Illegal Weapons in Surat: Operation Rambo Leads to 73 Arrests

Surat, May 21: The Surat city police have successfully executed a special operation named Operation Rambo, resulting in the arrest of 73 individu

Real Madrid Set for Presidential Election with Multiple Candidates for the First Time Since 2009

Madrid, May 21: For the first time since 2009, Real Madrids presidential election may feature more than one candidate. Enrique Riquelme has indic

Hoteliers Seek Reduction in GST; Subsidy on LPG Cylinders

Swamy told reporters here on Wednesday that the two governments should consider providing subsidies on commercial gas cylinders, as rising operat

Reward For Information On Twisha Sharma's Missing Husband Hiked To Rs 30,000

A lookout notice has already been issued against Samarth Singh.

Deputy CM Pawan Kalyan Says Clean Air Programme to Be Implemented in 13 Cities of AP

Pawan Kalyan said drones and video cameras will be used to monitor the pollution and fix responsibility on the industries discharging pollutants

Class 10 topper of govt. schools in Chennai hopes to crack NEET

Spirituality Key to Holistic Progress, Says AP CM

In such circumstances, institutions like the Art of Living Foundation, he noted, have a major role to play in guiding humanity towards peace and

Woman Arrested with Drugs in Reasi, Third NDPS Case Registered

Reasi, May 21: In a continued effort against drug trafficking under the Drug-Free Campaign in the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir, police ar

NCP Denies Reports of Legislators Switching Allegiance

Mumbai, May 21: The Nationalist Congress Party (NCP), led by Ajit Pawar, has refuted media reports claiming that 22 of its legislators are in con

Activist Varmas 138th Birthday Tomorrow

The programme will be held at Ravindra Bharathi from 5.30 pm, in the presence of Deputy Chief Minister Mallu Bhatti Vikramarka, ministers Damodar

Vande Mataram Now Mandatory in All Madrasas in West Bengal

Kolkata, May 21: In a significant move, the West Bengal government has made it mandatory for all government, aided, and recognized madrasas to si

IPL 2026: KKR Beat MI By 4 Wickets, Keep Playoff Hopes Alive

Kolkata Knight Riders defeated Mumbai Indians by four wickets in a rain-interrupted IPL match to keep their playoff hopes alive

TIME named him world's most influential 3 times, yet most people don't know Chinese titan Tencent's $63 billion boss - who is Ma Huateng?

Ma Huateng, also known as Pony Ma, is the influential co-founder, chairman, and CEO of Tencent, a global tech conglomerate. Despite a low public

KKR Secures Playoff Spot by Defeating Mumbai Indians by 4 Wickets in IPL 2026

Kolkata, May 21: Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) clinched victory in the 65th match of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 on Wednesday. They defeat

J&K cops seize drone-dropped heroin near international border

Jammu and Kashmir Police have seized approximately 3 kilograms of heroin. The drugs were suspected to have been dropped by a drone near the inter

Japanese Proverb of the Day: Womens quarrels cause the Life lessons on misunderstanding, conflict, social influence and why you should not add fuel to the fire

Japanese Proverb of the Day highlights the meaning of Womens quarrels cause the mens wars. The saying reflects how small personal conflicts or em

Modi, Meloni Set 20b Trade Target by 2029

Push defence, tech cooperation in Rome talks

IPL 2026: KKR keep playoff hopes alive by beating Mumbai Indians in crucial clash

Kolkata Knight Riders kept their playoff hopes alive by defeating Mumbai Indians by four wickets in a rain-affected IPL match. MI, already elimin

CM wants more responsibility among police officials

Govt will not tolerate corruption in police department, he said

KGBV teachers demand salary revision, regularisation of services

HYDRAA Commissioner Conducts Familiarisation Session for Probationary Deputy Collectors

He spoke about how HYDRAA is protecting government lands, removing encroachments, restoring lakes, and tackling flood-related challenges through

Patient injured after ceiling portion collapses at Guntur GGH

Preliminary assessment suggests that water leakage and rat infestation had damaged the ceiling sheet, leading to its collapse, says GGH Superinte

Amrit Bharat Express Trains Achieve Remarkable Success in Northeast India

Guwahati, May 21: The ambitious Amrit Bharat Express trains by Indian Railways are emerging as a significant success story in Northeast India. La

Top scorer aspires to become Chartered Accountant

CPI seeks legal guidelines for regulating online medicine sales

CPI demands that the government strengthen Drug Control Administration and State Pharmacy Council, introduce strict digital monitoring systems an

Odisha Cabinet Approves Key Reforms in Fisheries, Law, and Energy Sectors

Bhubaneswar, May 21: The Odisha Cabinet approved ten significant proposals related to seven departments, including law, energy, and fisheries and

'Not surprised': Speaker Johnson addresses Massie fallout, hails Trump's 'most powerful' endorsement

Cannes 2026: How Maradona and Cantona football documentaries stole the show

Ahead of the FIFA World Cup in June, two football documentaries at the79th Cannes Film Festival show how the sport reflects life and history

Drugs, Chinese Pistol Recovered Near LoC, Pakistan Link Suspected

Preliminary investigations suggest the consignment was thrown across the border from Pakistan by smugglers allegedly working in coordination with

CPI(M) opposes population incentive policy of A.P. government

Encouraging larger families without improving living standards will push the society into poverty and inequality, says CPI(M) State secretary

Tiger Kills Cattle Near Achampet, Forest Teams Step up Monitoring

Officials said frontline staff deployment and surveillance activities had already been strengthened over the past few years due to recurring wild

Measure for measure: On Indias courts and criticism

Courts should not react defensively to every line of criticism

Haryana: 20-Year-Old Gang Rape Survivor Dies By Suicide Over Blackmail

The family alleged that the accused gang-raped and filmed the crime. Following this, she was continuously blackmailed with threats of making the

FIFA may miss big Indian fan crowd this World Cup

Indian football fans may see fewer numbers at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Higher costs and visa issues are deterring many. Travel to the US, Canada,

Kolkata Man Arrested For Spying For Pakistan

The accused was married to a Pakistani national, with his children also being Pakistani citizens.

Controversy Erupts Over Viral Video of Biryani Being Thrown in Ganga

Haridwar, May 21: A video from the holy city of Haridwar is causing a stir on social media. The footage shows several young men allegedly dumping

Public Can Take Alluvial Soil From Water Bodies

The government was keen on desilting the water bodies ahead of the setting in of the North East monsoon as it wanted to increase the holding capa

J&K school renamed to honour sacrifice of tourist guide Adil

A government school in Hapatnar, Kashmir, has been renamed Shaheed Adil Memorial High School. This honors tourist guide Adil Hussain Shah, who di

A rare Blue Moon is coming May 31. Here's every full Moon left in 2026 and when to look up

Mark your calendars for 2026's Full Moons. The year features twelve Full Moons, each with a unique traditional name. Notably, May 2026 will host

Drugs Valued at Rs 3.05 Crore Seized From 2 Passengers at Hyderabad Airport

The seized substance was tested positive for Ganja/Marijuana through the Narcotic Drug Detection Kit.

Taxi, Auto Unions' 3-Day Strike In Delhi-NCR Begins Today

More than 68 transport unions under the banner of the All India Motor Transport Congress (AIMTC) and the United Front of All Transport Associatio

Demand for FIR Against Rahul Gandhi Over Controversial Remarks

New Delhi, May 21: The controversy surrounding Congress leader Rahul Gandhi has escalated, reaching the police station. Abhishek Dubey, spokesper

20-Year-Old Engineering Students Organ Donation Saves 4 Lives in Telangana

According to a press release issued by Jeevandan Telangana, Pulipalupula Raghava, a resident of Alair in Nalgonda district and a B.Tech student a

Controversy Erupts Over Biryani Thrown in Ganga

Haridwar, May 21: A video from the holy city of Haridwar is going viral on social media, sparking significant controversy. The footage allegedly

Food safety raids at Hyderabad bakery, brewery uncover expired food, pest infestation, hygiene violations

J&K forms team to probe violation of FRA while razing tribal houses

A fact-finding team has been formed by the Jammu and Kashmir government. This team will investigate alleged violations of the Forest Rights Act.

Chemists Bandh Passes Off Peacefully in Telangana

He said medical shops across all 33 districts of Telangana voluntarily participated in the bandh in large numbers.

Sayoni Ghosh Addresses Controversy Over 2015 Post, Reiterates Apology

Kolkata, May 21: Amid ongoing controversy surrounding an offensive post from 2015, Trinamool Congress MP Sayoni Ghosh clarified on Wednesday that

Prime Minister Modi Awarded FAOs Prestigious Agricola Medal

Rome, May 20: Prime Minister Narendra Modi received the esteemed Agricola Medal from the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) during a ceremon

SIT Finds Ex-Minister Jogi Ramesh Helped Main Accused in Spurious Liquor Case

The charge sheet mentioned that A-1 and A-2 maintained a long-standing personal and social acquaintance with Jogi Ramesh (A-18) and his brother J

Watch: From Home to Finance: Key portfolios in V. D. Satheesans Cabinet

Kerala Chief Minister V.D. Satheesan has announced the portfolio allocation for the newly formed Congress-led cabinet, assigning key ministries i

Govt flags high-risk crypto system in note to Parliamentary panel

India's virtual digital asset sector is now high risk. Intelligence reports reveal extensive illegal activities including drug trafficking and mo

Taxi and Auto Drivers in Delhi-NCR to Strike from May 21 to 23 Demanding Fare Hike

New Delhi, May 21: Taxi and auto drivers in the Delhi-NCR region are set to embark on a significant three-day strike from May 21 to 23. This acti

Leaders in Constitutional Positions Must Use Respectful Language: Alok Kumar

New Delhi, May 21: The controversy surrounding Rahul Gandhis remarks about Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Home Minister Amit Shah is intensifyi

Conservancy workers hold demonstration for job regularisation in Chennai

Falta Assembly Poll Today Under Tight Security

According to the Election Commission (EC) officials, final preparations were in full swing at the dispersal centre on Wednesday with the polling

Ponguleti: Indiramma Housing Festival from Telangana Formation Day in Asifabad

Ponguleti said the government was prioritising women in welfare schemes such as Mahalaxmi, Gruhajyoti, ration cards, Indira Mahila Shakti and Raj

Will seek CBI probe into Twisha Sharma death: Madhya Pradesh CM

Twisha's family members met Mohan Yadav and sought a fair probe into her death

AP CM Naidu Offers Silk Robes to Gangamma at Kuppam Jatara

The offering was made on behalf of the state government and the Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams,in keeping with the long-standing tradition associ

India, South Korea to jointly develop laser weapons, air defence systems

India and South Korea are set to collaborate on advanced defence technologies. Plans include joint development and production of next-generation

Severe Heatwave Hits Odisha and Surrounding States, Temperatures Soar Near 45 Degrees

Bhubaneswar, May 20: Intense heat is making life difficult for residents in various parts of the country. States like Odisha, Punjab, Haryana, an

Omar govt orders inquiry into demolition drive in Jammu to free forest land of illegal occupation