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Bengaluru Metro to suspend Purple Line services for two hours on May 10

Train services will be curtailed between Sri Balagangadharanatha Swamiji Station (Hosahalli) and Cubbon Park Metro Station from 7 a.m. to 9 a.m.

The Sheep Detectives movie review: Hugh Jackman, Emma Thompson and the rest of the flock charm in this sweet, smart fable

No one will call sheep simple-minded after meeting these woolly investigators as they are guaranteed to have Holmes, Poirot and the rest running

Tamil Nadu government formation: Vijays TVK close to majority mark | A timeline of events

Following inconclusive Assembly elections in Tamil Nadu that led to an unprecedented hung assembly in the State, government formation has been de

CPI letter to Tamil Nadu Governor says its support is for stable secular government

The letter was sent under the instruction of the party's State secretary, M. Veerapandian and the legislature party leader T. Ramachandran

India faces no immediate public health threat from hantavirus: NIV chief

Hantaviruses are mainly transmitted to humans through contact with infected rodents or their excreta such as saliva, urine and faeces, he told PT

Suvendu Adhikari, BJP's 'Giantkiller', Will Be Bengal Chief Minister

Suvendu Adhikari To Be BJP's Bengal Chief Minister

No net fun: Googles dino run

This game practically screams no network doesnt mean no fun. But what is the story behind this game where the dinosaur starts jumping up when our

West Bengal Class 10 Board Results Announced: 86.83% Pass Rate with 131 Students in Top 10

Kolkata, May 8: The West Bengal Board of Secondary Education (WBBSE) announced the results for the Class 10 (Secondary) board examinations for 20

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Tragic Collision in Greater Noida Claims Life of Truck Driver

Mumbai, May 8: A tragic incident unfolded in Greater Noida last night, highlighting the dangers of speeding on the roads. A severe collision occu

Suvendu Adhikari to be West Bengal's new CM: How BJP used Mamata loyalist to complete its Ang-Bang-Kalinga trilogy

The BJP's political ascent in eastern India, mirroring Assam's success with Himanta Biswa Sarma, sees Suvendu Adhikari named West Bengal's next C

French Word of the Day: blouissant

blouissant is a French word meaning dazzling or stunning, often used for beauty so striking it feels overwhelming. This French Word of the Day ex

Vijay's TVK Reaches Majority Mark With Support From INC, VCK & Left parties

Vijay-led Tamilga Vettri Kazhagam, with 108 seats but 10 short of a majority, had reached out to CPI, CPI (M) and the VCK-- all DMK allies, seeki

BJP Declines Support for TVK in Tamil Nadu Government Formation

Chennai, May 8: In the recent Tamil Nadu assembly elections, no party secured a majority. However, actor-turned-politician C. Joseph Vijays Tamil

A government critic dies in custody in Rwanda, drawing calls for an independent probe

Many critics accuse of Rwandan President of crushing dissent with many seeing him as the architect of an authoritarian regime

SC Orders Establishment Of Special Courts For Expeditious Trial In NIA Cases

NEW DELHI, May 8: The Supreme Court on Friday directed that at least one special court be established to deal with 10 to 15 pending trials in cas

Israeli bodybuilder influencer trained in West Bengal gurukul gains attention for devotion to Sanatan Dharma in India

An Israeli man named Tamal is captivating social media with his Sanatan Dharma lifestyle in India. He shares his daily vegetarian food rituals an

Naidu Directs District Collectors To Focus On Housing, Welfare Schemes, Summer Projects

It is estimated that house sites would be required for 2 lakh people. In rural areas, 3 cents would be given to beneficiaries and in urban areas,

School for visually impaired continues to achieve 100% result in Plus Two exams

The school, one of the three institutions functioning in the State for visually impaired students, saw all 16 students who appeared for the exami

'She was the drug trafficking queen!': Massive Korean racket busted in D.C., Pirro announces charges

Uttar Pradesh government scraps smart prepaid meter system; shifts all consumers to postpaid mode

Consumers will receive electricity bills after consumption, with bills for electricity used in May 2026 to be issued in June under the postpaid s

Local holiday for Karur district on May 27

How to keep mosquitoes away using burnt coffee powder

Tired of mosquito bites and chemical repellents? Burnt coffee powder offers a simple, natural, and effective way to keep mosquitoes away. This ea

Quote of the day by Liam Neeson: 'Its interesting, the more successful you become the more people want to give you stuff for nothing.'

Hollywood star Liam Neeson observed that increased success brings more people offering freebies, highlighting the irony of those with resources r

BJP government formation in West Bengal: Suvendu Adhikari elected as legislature party leader, set to take oath as CM on May 9

Senior BJP leader Suvendu Adhikari has been formally elected as the leader of the BJP legislature party in West Bengal. This development paves th

From political defection to murder: Jayakanthans story on shifting loyalties

Jayakanthan writes that the poor, who become victims of politicians machinations, live with hungry stomachs, stoves that rarely burn and huts wit

Indian Construction Equipment Industry Sees 31.5% Export Growth in FY 2026

New Delhi, May 8: The Indian construction equipment industry has shown resilience in FY 2026, recording a remarkable 31.5% increase in exports de

New Regulations to Enhance IPL Transparency and Player Safety, Says Rajeev Shukla

Lucknow, May 8: Rajeev Shukla, Vice President of the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI), announced that the governing body is implement

BJPs Wave Set to Sweep Assam, Bengal, and Punjab: Anil Vij

Ambala, May 8: Haryana Minister Anil Vij has asserted that the BJPs momentum will flow from Assam and Bengal into Punjab. He predicts a victory f

TVK and Congress cadres stage protest

Telangana Govt issues detailed guidelines for Musi rejuvenation Phase-I; December 2027 deadline for project completion

Telangana Cabinet sub-committee on May 8, 2026, directs officials to start construction work of the initial phase spanning five km within 21 km s

Congress cadre stage demonstrations against Governor for not inviting TVK to form government

The demonstrators accuse Governor of acting as a puppet of the Centre

Pooran Grabs Krunal By Collar After On-Field Spat. This Happens Next

Royal Challengers Bengaluru all-rounder Krunal Pandya and Lucknow Super Giants batter Nicholas Pooran had a heated exchange during an IPL 2026 ga

Suvendu Adhikari Elected BJP Legislature Party Leader In Bengal, Set To Become CM

KOLKATA, May 8: Senior BJP leader Suvendu Adhikari was on Friday elected the leader of the BJP legislature party in West Bengal, paving the way f

Watch: We will not be supporting any party: TN BJP chief Nainar Nagenthran

Final decision on Kerala CM turns into political cliff-hanger as ball now in Congress High Commands court

The question of who among the three probables V.D. Satheesan, K.C. Venugopal and Ramesh Chennithala will make the cut appears set to go down to

CBI files chargesheet against Shubhkamna Buildtech and others

The CBI is currently investigating 50 cases registered pursuant to the directions of the Supreme Court against various builder companies and fina

TN: CPI extends unconditional support to Vijays TVK for government formation

After internal deliberations, the Left party handed over an unconditional letter of support for government formation addressed to Tamil Nadu Gove

Watch: Why Indias new car emissions rule may change nothing

This episode of The Climate Economy breaks down how Corporate Average Fleet Efficiency norms work, why automakers are divided over them, and how

KSCA's Request For Additional 10,057 Complimentary Tickets Led to IPL Final Venue Shift: Report

Bengaluru was to host the final going by convention as Royal Challengers Bengaluru are the defending champions

West Bengal Polls: BJP picks Bhabanipur 'giant killer' Suvendu Adhikari as chief minister

West Bengal is set for a new political era. The Bharatiya Janata Party will form the government, ending nearly two decades of Trinamool Congress

Massive Voting In Assembly Polls; Women Voters Outnumber Men: EC Data

West Bengal recorded the highest voter turnout among states, with 93.71 per cent polling in 293 constituencies.

Maharashtra Government Intensifies Action Against Conversion Networks: Chitra Wagh

Mumbai, May 8: Maharashtra BJP leader Chitra Wagh has expressed strong support for state government and police actions in response to the arrest

Mamata Banerjees Resignation Unnecessary as New CM Set to Take Oath Tomorrow, Says Harsh Vardhan Shringla

Kolkata, May 8: Rajya Sabha MP Harsh Vardhan Shringla stated on Friday that it does not matter whether Trinamool Congress leader Mamata Banerjee

Hussain Dalwai Advocates Acceptance of First Two Verses of Vande Mataram

Mumbai, May 8: Congress leader Hussain Dalwai has addressed the ongoing controversy surrounding Vande Mataram, stating that there should be no op

Fake life-saving medicine racket busted in Delhi: Here's how they repackaged and sold drugs across several states

Delhi Police crime branch busted an interstate counterfeit medicine racket, arresting four individuals. The network allegedly sourced government-

Rajasthan man held in Byndoor house theft case; 6 lakh recovered

A complaint was filed by Raval Singh about burglars entering his locked house between 3 p.m. and 10 p.m. on April 23 and decamping with 6 lakh ke

Chandrababu Naidu directs officials to clear e-files within 24 hours, push digital governance

The Chief Minister says the speed of governance depends on the speed of file disposal, and asks departments to move almost entirely to e-office s

India's 'Highest' Wicket-Taker Gets Stern BCCI Message Over 'Vlogging': Sources

Punjab Kings fast bowler Arshdeep Singh has been asked by the BCCI to stop vlogging for social media amid the controversy over his teammate, Yuzv

DMK writes to Speaker for change in seating arrangement in Lok Sabha after alliance with Congress ends

The DMK has requested a change in its Lok Sabha seating. This comes after their alliance with the Congress ended. DMK leader Kanimozhi Karunanidh

Mirwaiz Umar Warns Against Alienation

Calls for Rethink on Policies and a Holistic Social Approach

Uttar Pradesh government sacks five doctors; orders action against 16 health officials for negligence

Five medical officers were dismissed for remaining absent from duty for a prolonged period without information and for staying away from medical

MV Hondius hantavirus timeline: How rare virus killed three on luxury cruise

The ship, operated by Oceanwide Expeditions, was carrying around 150 passengers and crew from nearly 28 nationalities when the outbreak unfolded.

M4M Movie Review: A Gripping Suspense Thriller Around Artistic Murders

M4M keeps the audience engaged throughout with its gripping screenplay and suspense-filled narration.

Maharana Pratap: The Lion of Mewar and His Timeless Valor

New Delhi, May 8: In the annals of Indian history, one name stands out for its valor and patriotism: Maharana Pratap, often referred to as the Li

TVK crosses majority mark in Tamil Nadu; Which parties are in favour of Vijay's sarkar?

TVK crosses majority mark in TN: TVK has achieved the crucial majority of 118 seats in the 234-member Tamil Nadu Assembly after securing support

AIMIM corporator sheltered TCS case accused Nida Khan, say police

An AIMIM corporator, Matin Patel, was arrested for allegedly harbouring Nida Khan, a key accused in a sexual harassment and religious coercion ca

Manipur Board Releases 10th Grade Exam Results for 2026

Imphal, May 8: A significant update has emerged for students who participated in the Manipur 10th Board examinations. The Manipur Board of Second

Special Task Force Formed to Assess Lychee Crop Damage in Bihar

New Delhi, May 8: The Union Minister of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare, Shivraj Singh Chouhan, has established a Special Task Force to investiga

Kerala filmmakers AI short film headed to AI Film Awards, Cannes

Sachu Mathew Kuruvilas AI animated short, The Light, explores loneliness and emotional connection

'Premature and misplaced: Sanjay Raut writes to Trump over Bengal win message to PM Modi; BJP hits back

Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Sanjay Raut criticized Donald Trump's congratulations to PM Modi on the West Bengal election results, calling them prematu

Delhi records highest suicides in India, most victims married; Bengaluru second highest: Crime data

Delhi reported the highest number of suicides in 2024 with 2,905 cases, though this marks a decline from previous years. Family-related issues we

Dumped For Vijay, DMK Doesn't Want To Sit With Congress In Lok Sabha Anymore

DMK MP Kanimozhi wrote a letter to the Lok Sabha Speaker and said the party's alliance with the Congress has ended.

32-year-old devotee dies during Vellingiri Hill trek in Coimbatore

Love Affair Angle Behind Kathua Murder; Accused Arrested After CDR Tracking: SSP

Kathua, May 8: Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Kathua, Mohit Sharma, on Thursday said that Nakul Singh was allegedly murdered following a s

Thali costs rise in April on higher tomato, vegetable oil, LPG prices

Home-cooked vegetarian and non-vegetarian thali costs rose 2% year-on-year in April, primarily due to increased prices of tomatoes, vegetable oil

Ukraine, Russia trade attacks despite 'ceasefire'

Russia had declared a unilateral ceasefire for World War II commemorations, but Ukraine said Moscow has not held off. Both sides reported new str

VCK To Get 1 Ministry In Vijay's Cabinet, Left To Get 2: Sources

The chief minister's post will be held by Vijay.

Rupee falls 25 paise to close at 94.47 against U.S. dollar

Brent oil prices, which had fallen to $98 per barrel amid the U.S.-Iran peace deal, edged higher to around $100 per barrel as investors weighed t

CPI Follows Congress, Extends Support to TVK

The Left party's move comes in the wake of TVK reaching out to DMK allies-- CPI, CPI(M) and VCK seeking their support to form a government after

Why simpler offices will define 2026

As employee burnout and workplace distractions rise, offices are shifting to calmer, productivity-focused spaces

Pedestrian killed in early-morning hit-and-run on Bengalurus MG Road

A preliminary police probe suggested that the deceased had used the washroom near the MG Road boulevard walkway and was crossing to the other sid

'Are AMERICANS AT RISK?': Trump pressed over deadly cruise ship Hantavirus scare; Death toll hits 3

'Why in English?' Pakistan's bizarre reaction to Indian presser on Op Sindoor goes viral

Mortal Kombat II movie review: Combo-dropping sequel is a button-mashing dud

Simon McQuoids sequel finally delivers the tournament carnage fans demanded, although endless lore dumps and limp character work leave this blood

Excise policy: Delhi High Court to hear CBI plea against discharge of Kejriwal, Sisodia on May 11

Justice Swarana Kanta Sharma said she would pass the necessary order on the appointment on Monday (May 11) and begin hearing the matter on Tuesda

Rupee falls 25 paise to close at 94.47 against US dollar

MUMBAI, May 8: The rupee depreciated 25 paise to close at 94.47 (provisional) against the US dollar on Friday, after rising in the past two sessi

Quote of the day by Henry Ford: Whether you think you can, or you think you can't you're....Why the founder of Ford Motor Companys century-old success philosophy still shapes leadership, wealth, self-belief, and modern ambition today

Quote of the day by Henry Ford: Henry Ford remains one of the most searched business icons in modern history. More than 100 years after launching

Oil companies bleed Rs 30,000 cr as fuel prices held steady despite global energy shock

NEW DELHI, May 8: Indias state-run oil marketing companies have bled an estimated Rs 30,000 crore in losses since mid-March as they kept fuel and

Elderly woman killed in staged road accident for robbery in Bengaluru; five arrested

In a cinematic-style plan, the accused intentionally rammed a motorcycle into the victim, and then admitted her to a hospital. Meanwhile, one of

Telangana To Be India's Aerospace & Defence Capital By 2030: Uttam Kumar

Describing Hyderabad as one of the worlds most cost-effective aerospace destinations, he highlighted the citys strong ecosystem comprising defenc

Stock markets fall for 2nd day amid renewed tensions in West Asia; Sensex slumps 516 points

The 30-share BSE Sensex tanked 516.33 points, or 0.66%, to settle at 77,328.19. During the session, it tumbled 698.09 points, or 0.89%, to 77,146

Immorality Of Joining Vijay: Mani Shankar Aiyar Targets Congress Over Vijay Tie-Up

By deciding to jump ship, he said, the Congress has violated Mahatma Gandhi's 1925 maxim that Swaraj should be a government based on morality.

India seeks greater role in global international space norms

NEW DELHI, May 8: India is seeking a larger role in shaping international norms for the fast-growing space industry, a senior government official

Man killed, another injured in elephant attack in Gudalur

Tensions Between the U.S. and Iran Cause Indian Stock Market to Close in the Red

Mumbai, May 8: The Indian stock market closed in the red on Friday, marking the second consecutive trading session of decline. This downturn was

What Will Happen If All TVK MLAs Resign? Top 3 Scenarios

Vijay has reportedly presented a support of 113 MLAs, including five from the Congress, but the Governor has insisted that the actor-politician m

Retired IPS Officers Wife Murdered in Hyderabad: Domestic Help Suspected

Hyderabad, May 8: A shocking murder case has emerged in the upscale area of Jubilee Hills, where the wife of retired IPS officer Vinay Ranjan Rai

What Is Zero Shadow Day? Hyderabad Set to Witness Rare Sun-Overhead Phenomenon

The event occurs only in regions located between the Tropic of Cancer and the Tropic of Capricorn.

Zelensky Commemorates Victory Over Nazism on Remembrance and Reconciliation Day

New Delhi, May 8: Ukraine observes May 8 as Remembrance and Reconciliation Day, marking its victory over Nazism in World War II. In conjunction w