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BPCL Announces 94 Percent Jump in Profit After Tax

Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited (BPCL), a Fortune Global 500 company and a Maharatna PSU, reported a resilient operational and financial per

Army Chief Gen Dwivedi To Review Passing Out Parade At NDA On May 30

MUMBAI, May 20: Army Chief Gen Upendra Dwivedi will review the Passing out Parade of the 150th course of the National Defence Academy (NDA) in Pu

Delhi High Court Issues Notice to Central Government Over Illegal Export of Anti-Cancer Drugs

New Delhi, May 20: The Delhi High Court has issued a notice to the Central Government regarding the illegal export of life-saving anti-cancer dru

Rahul Gandhi Criticizes PM Modi and Amit Shah at Rally in Raebareli

Raebareli, May 20: Congress MP Rahul Gandhi made controversial remarks about Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Home Minister Amit Shah during the

Dragon Teaser Drives Online Buzz On NTRs Birthday

Birthday teaser releases have become common in Telugu cinema, with production houses using them to announce titles, first looks and release updat

Khera takes dig at PM Modis Melody moment; attacks over fuel prices, Rupee value & press freedom

Govt Renames Anantnag School After Pahalgam Hero Aadil Shah; Minister Says Sacrifice Will Inspire Generations

Srinagar, May 20: In a tribute to the bravery and sacrifice of slain tourist guide Aadil Hussain Shah, the Jammu and Kashmir Government has renam

Twisha Sharma case update: NCW seeks report, details on accused husband

NCW has demanded a detailed report from the Madhya Pradesh government within seven days. Sharma died five months after her marriage. Her family a

Startup news and updates: daily roundup (May 20, 2026)

YourStory presents the daily news roundup from the Indian startup ecosystem and beyond. Here's the roundup for Wednesday, May 20, 2026.

City Center Mall, Guwahati Completes 7 Transformative Years, Introduces 100+ Brands to Northeast India

Drug Peddler Detained Under PIT-NDPS Act In J&Ks Kathua

JAMMU, May 20: A suspected drug peddler was detained under the Prevention of Illicit Traffic in Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Act in

Bajaj Finance Personal Loan Enables Easier Repayment Planning with up to 108-month Tenure

Bajaj Finance Personal Loan is a widely used financial solution that supports individuals in managing planned and urgent expenses with ease. It o

Punjab Police Uncovers Major Drug Network, Three Arrested

Mumbai, May 20: The Punjab Police has achieved a significant milestone in its fight against drug trafficking. In two separate intelligence operat

'Mosques converted into dance bars in Muslim region in China': Pakistani vlogger exposes reality of ironclad friendship

A Pakistani vlogger's trip to Kashgar, Xinjiang, has sparked debate in Pakistan and India. The video showcased restricted public religious practi

Russia and China scold the United States over 'Golden Dome' plans

Russia and China have jointly criticized the United States' missile defense plans. They stated these plans threaten global strategic stability. B

Jr NTRs Dragon OTT Rights Sold For Fancy Price

The makers of the movie recently unveiled the sneak peek, and it has received a overwhelmingly positive response from all quarters.

F-15s, F-35, MQ-9 Reaper Drones: US Report Says 42 Aircraft Lost In Iran War

The CRS, which provides policy and legal analysis to the US Congress and committees, compiled the losses by perusing news reports and statements

Al Instrument For Inclusive Development: PM Modi, Meloni In Joint Article

The leaders said the two countries aim to create an open, trustworthy and equitable digital space in which every nation can shape and benefit fro

Summer Heat Making You Sleepy? Doctors Explain Why It Happens, How To Cope

Hot weather can trigger daytime sleepiness, fatigue and brain fog by disrupting sleep, causing dehydration and forcing the body to work harder to

Punjab Roadways Employees Threaten to Campaign Against Government if Demands Are Not Met

Amritsar, May 20: Employees of Punjab Roadways have launched a protest against the government led by Bhagwant Mann. They stated that if they can

CM Rangasamy, Ministers take oath as MLAs in Puducherry

28 legislators took the oath in the Well of the House, and one of the TVK legislators, Sai J. Saravanan Kumar, who arrived later, was administere

Bangladesh Surpasses India in WTC Rankings After Test Series Victory Against Pakistan

Dubai, May 20: Bangladesh has made a significant leap in the World Test Championship (WTC) rankings following their 78-run victory over Pakistan

The Boys ending explained: Who dies in Season 5 finale Blood and Bone, how the series ends and the shocking twists

The Boys concluded its five-season run with a violent finale, Blood and Bone, featuring the deaths of Homelander, The Deep, and Oh Father. Butche

Heavy Rains in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan Cause Fatalities and Damage

Islamabad, May 20: Heavy rains and storms in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province, Pakistan, have resulted in the deaths of two individuals and left 11 ot

Punjab Governor Advocates Eco-Friendly Travel with E-Bus Initiative

Chandigarh, May 20: Amid global crises, Prime Minister Narendra Modis call for fuel conservation has sparked initiatives across the country. In l

Centre Ready In Principle for 50:50 Funding of Hyderabad Metro Phase II: Kishan Reddy

Manohar Lal told Reddy that the Centre would take a final decision after receiving the Detailed Project Report (DPR) and other technical details

Supreme Court dismisses PIL challenging caste enumeration in upcoming Census

Supreme Court of India has dismissed a Public Interest Litigation challenging the Centres decision to conduct caste enumeration during the upcomi

R. Madhavan Expresses Outrage Over Unauthorized Use of Interview Clip

Mumbai, May 20: Actor R. Madhavan is currently in the spotlight for expressing his displeasure towards a wellness brand. He took to social media

Operation Rambo: 72 Arrested in Surat Crackdown on Armed Criminals

Surat, May 20: In a significant move to restore law and order, the Special Operations Group (SOG) of Surat Police has launched a major crackdown

Working To Protect India's Global Prestige: Sharad Pawar Praises PM Modi

He also said that leaders such as Indira Gandhi, P V Narasimha Rao and Manmohan Singh always kept the country's future and reputation at the cent

Nepal weighs Romeo-Juliet clause in rape law to shield consensual teenage couples, sparks concern

Nepal is considering a Romeo-Juliet Clause to differentiate consensual teenage relationships from rape. The proposed amendment would exempt roman

'The Boys' Season 5 episode 8 'Blood and Bone': Release time and what to expect from the series finale

The wait is over for The Boys fans. Season 5 episode 8, Blood and Bone, has arrived. It concludes seven years of storytelling. The finale feature

ATxSummit 2026 Opens with Shared Regional Ambition to Harness AI for Public Good

SC Rejects PIL Challenging Caste Enumeration during Census

The top court said the government must know the number of persons belonging to backward castes to frame welfare measures

BPCL Increases Crude Oil Purchases from Russia Amid Middle East Crisis

New Delhi, May 20: Amid the ongoing crisis in the Middle East, the state-owned oil company Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited (BPCL) has ramped

Markets Fall For PM Modi's Melody Gift To Meloni, But Picks The Wrong Parle

Modi-Meloni Meet: Parle Industries jumped 5% -- from Rs 4.95 to Rs 5.25 -- within an hour of the Melody reel going viral.

Controversy Erupts Over Twisha Sharmas Body as Police Urge Family to Claim It

Bhopal, May 20: A new controversy has emerged in the case of Twisha Sharma, who died under allegations of dowry harassment in the Katara Hills ar

The Leela Hyderabad Appoints Deepika Jonnala to Spearhead Front Office Experience

Deepika Jonnala brings nearly a decade of experience in front office operations and luxury hospitality.

Chitra Lakshumanan explores the diversity in the Bharatanatyam repertoire

The young dancer, a disciple of Srekala Bharath, made the most of the many interesting facets of the margam during her HCL Concert Series perform

Pharmacy strike shuts thousands of medical stores in Hyderabad on May 20, leaves patients searching for medicines

Pharmacies in hospitals, corporate pharmacy chains remained open

Kiku Sharda Becomes Part of Dubai's Elite Homeowners at Skyz by Danube

Popular comedian and actor Kiku Sharda has received the handover of his apartment at Skyz by Danube , marking another milestone in Dubai’s

I Cry In Shower: Meta, LinkedIn Employees Share Fears, Anxiety Amid Layoffs

Life decisions are on hold. Employees say they are unable to plan a future because they don't know if they will still have a salary next quarter.

Thailand Cuts Visa-Free Stays, Citing Crime by Foreigners

A recent series of high-profile arrests of foreigners has included cases linked to drug offences, sex trafficking and foreigners operating busine

Kerala CM V D Satheesan reveals UDF was unaware full rendition of Vande Mataram would be sung at swearing-in ceremony

Kerala Chief Minister V D Satheesan clarified the full Vande Mataram rendition at the UDF swearing-in was a Lok Bhavan decision. He and his colle

Assam govt aims 20% cut in fuel cost, 10% down in revenue expense as part of austerity measures

Assam government has announced austerity measures to boost fiscal prudence. Fuel expenditure will be cut by 20 per cent. Minister and official co

'What is wrong with it?' On caste census, SC says govt should know number of people in backward class

The Supreme Court has upheld the Centre's decision to conduct caste enumeration in the upcoming 2027 Census, stating there is othing wrong with

Exciting News for Youth: CNP Nashik Extends Application Deadline for 534 Positions Until June 3

Mumbai, May 20: The Currency Note Press (CNP) in Nashik, a unit of the Security Printing and Minting Corporation of India Limited (SPMCIL), has a

Politicising Zubeen Garg's death backfired on Congress-led opposition in Assam polls: Himanta Biswa Sarma

Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma visited Zubeen Garg's cremation site, asserting the Congress-led opposition paid for politicizing the musician's dea

StanChart CEO seeks to reassure staff over AI-linked job cuts

Standard Chartered CEO Bill Winters reassured staff following news of job cuts, emphasizing that the bank is replacing lower-value human capital

Is 4-day work week allowed after New Labour codes roll out? Here's what new work rules say about the work timings

India's new labour codes permit a four-day workweek, allowing employees to complete 48 weekly hours over fewer days. This compressed schedule, re

NMC, ICMR plan to make clinical research part of medical training

Medical students in India are set to gain more exposure to clinical research, ethics, and scientific writing through a new NMC-ICMR initiative. T

Chief minister Dhami pays heartfelt tribute to General Khanduri

J&K Govt Constitutes Enquiry Committee Over Demolition Of Tribal Houses In Jammu

JAMMU, May 20: The Jammu and Kashmir Government has constituted a two-member fact-finding committee to enquire into alleged violations of the For

Lahore Reclaims Pre Colonial Identity, Hindu, Sikh and Colonial Names Restored

This move is a strategic attempt to rebrand Pakistans global image from radical to one that is tolerant, inclusive and multicultural

Bangladesh Captain Najmul Hossain Shanto Expresses Desire for More Test Matches Against Top Teams

Silhat, May 20: Bangladesh has achieved a historic 2-0 victory in their home Test series against Pakistan. This marks Bangladeshs first Test seri

'Need To Probe Crores Of Payments': Nashik 'Godman' Sent To Probe Agency Custody

Ashok Kharat is facing 12 cases of sexual exploitation and financial fraud in Nashik and Ahilyanagar.

Jammu and Kashmir Police Dismantles Illegal Opium Cultivation in Baramulla

Srinagar, May 20: The Jammu and Kashmir Police announced on Wednesday that they have successfully destroyed illegal opium cultivation in Baramull

CNP Nashik Extends Application Deadline for 534 Positions

Mumbai, May 20: The Currency Note Press (CNP) Nashik, a unit of the Security Printing and Minting Corporation of India Limited (SPMCIL), has anno

Modi and Swedish PM Highlight Global Challenges in Joint Op-Ed

New Delhi, May 20: Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his Swedish counterpart, PM Ulf Kristersson, have articulated a shared vision for India-Swede

Medical Shops Shutdown Near-total in Telangana

The shut down was called by the All India Organisation of Chemists and Druggists (AIOCD) to oppose illegal e-pharmacy operations and predatory pr

T.N. CM Vijay pays tribute to social reformer Pandit Iyothee Thass; launches operation of 40 new vehicles for DMRHS

Mr. Vijay, along with his Cabinet colleagues including Ministers N. Anand, Aadhav Arjuna, K.A. Sengottaiyan, P. Venkataramanan, R. Nirmalkumar, R

Autonomous AI marketing platform Protaig launches with Maia, the worlds first AI Account Director that operates within the flow of work

Visa and Trip.com Group Ink Strategic Collaboration, Enabling Consumers to Chase Their Passions Through Travel

Minister TG Bharath Files Criminal Defamation Case Against Byreddy Siddharth

The case follows remarks Byreddy Siddharth made during a protest at the Kurnool Collectorate recently, where he made serious allegations against

Chandrayaan Lander Hopped A Little In 2023, Now ISRO Is Jumping At Discovery

What began as a last minute call to use leftover fuel has turned into a landmark experiment in understanding the Lunar surface

ANRF Selects 10 Research Centers to Promote Multidisciplinary Innovation

New Delhi, May 20: The Research National Research Foundation (ANRF), Indias leading research funding agency, has selected 10 Convergence Research

Bengal Police Arrest Two Trinamool Leaders in 2024 Sandeshkhali Case

Kolkata, May 20: Bengal police have arrested two female leaders of the Trinamool Congress linked to the already detained strongman Sheikh Shahjah

Beyond the honey jar: How bees sustain food systems and why their decline should alarm us all

Bees are vital pollinators, crucial for global food security and ecosystems, yet face severe threats from climate change, pesticides, and habitat

Vijay Drives Bolero, Flags Off Fleet Of 40 Vehicles For Health Department

Vijay inaugurated the services of 40 new vehicles for the Department of Health and Public Welfare worth Rs 2.90 crore.

Failed Wage Negotiations Raise Fears of Strike at Samsung Electronics

Government officials have threatened to invoke rarely used emergency powers to force a settlement at Samsung, where the union, which represents m

European Union paves way to finalise U.S. trade deal and avoid Trump tariff hike

The European Union makes a provisional agreement with the U.S. on May 20 agreeing to remove import duties on U.S. industrial goods and grant pref

6-year-old boy finds rusty metal on Norway school trip; it turns out to be 1,300-year-old pre-Viking sword

A six-year-old boy in Norway discovered a 1,300-year-old pre-Viking sword during a school trip. The rare single-edged weapon, found in a ploughed

AP Govt Clears 2,250 MW Adani Pumped Storage Project in Kadapa

The state government has been pushing large-scale renewable energy, pumped storage and green industrial projects under the Integrated Clean Energ

CPI(M) Leaders Criticize Pinarayi Vijayan After Kerala Election Defeat

Thiruvananthapuram, May 20: In a significant shift within the CPI(M), the partys internal dynamics have erupted into open criticism following a d

Cyprus President Christodoulides Arrives in India for Strengthening Bilateral Ties

Mumbai, May 20: President Nikos Christodoulides of the Republic of Cyprus is visiting India from May 20 to 23 at the invitation of Prime Minister

Tamil Nadu's Mohammed Ilias Appointed Chairman of AHMP India Foundation National Core Committee (20262028)

The AHMP India Foundation (Association of Healthcare Marketing Professionals) has announced its National Core Committee for the 2026–2028 t

Vestian Expands Service Portfolio with Launch of Integrated Managed Workspace Platform; Targets 2 Mn Sq Ft Across Top Cities

Vestian has expanded its service portfolio with the launch of Vestian Spaces, an integrated managed workspace platform that brings together workp

Northern Bengal Voters Show Continued Trust in BJP, Says Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari

Kolkata, May 20: West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari stated on Wednesday that voters in Northern Bengal have consistently shown their tru

4 Killed, 2 Injured As Car Rams Truck On Highway In UP's Amroha

Police said the impact of the collision was so severe that the car was badly mangled.

Age, Height Mismatch: The Unanswered Questions In Twisha Sharma Case

Twisha Sharma's death came barely five months after her marriage to Samarth Singh, a lawyer. The victim was 33 years old.

Kerala Lottery Dhanalekshmi DL-53 result out today (20-05-2026); check 1 crore prize winning number and full list here

Kerala lottery results today: Kerala State Lottery Dhanalekshmi DL-53 results for Wednesday, 20 May 2026, have been officially declared. Ticket h

Future of AI depends on ethical systems, JP Nadda at WHO assembly in Geneva

Inspired By PM's Call, Hyderabad Firm Announces Cash Incentives For EV Users

Hyderabad firm launches incentives for employees to adopt electric vehicles and carpooling.

'PM says don't go abroad, but himself flies in planes worth thousands of crores': Rahul Gandhi

Rahul Gandhi criticized Prime Minister Narendra Modi's advice to cut fuel use and avoid gold purchases, accusing him of burdening common citizens

New Delhi Implements Work From Home Initiative Following PM Modis Appeal

New Delhi, May 20: Following Prime Minister Narendra Modis appeal, government offices and institutions in New Delhi began a Work From Home initia

Multinational Military Exercise Pragati 2026 Launched in India with 12 Friendly Nations

New Delhi, May 20: A significant multinational military exercise, Pragati 2026, has commenced in India. Organized by the Indian Army, this exerci

Chopper Carrying Delhi Family Hits Power Line, Lands In Field In Uttarakhand

According to reports, a technical issue developed in the Trans Bharat Aviation company's helicopter while it was flying over the Chamba-Arakot ar

How Israel's decision to dissolve parliament might lead to an unexpected election

Israel's parliament is set to vote on dissolving itself. This move could lead to early national elections. Current polls suggest Prime Minister B

Karnataka womens commission chairperson expresses concern over increasing crimes against minors

Karnataka State Womens Commission Chairperson Nagalakshmi Choudhary has said that it was deeply disturbing that even after enacting several laws,

Sharad Pawar chairs NCP (SP) meet on political situation; Rohit skips citing urgent water issue

Sharad Pawar led a crucial NCP (SP) meeting in Mumbai to strategize for the party's revival and discuss national and state political scenarios. R