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Remembering Mahant Avadhyanath: A Spiritual Leader Who Merged Religion with Social Service

New Delhi, May 27: In India, certain saints transcend the confines of monasteries and temples, becoming catalysts for ideological movements. Maha

Third edition of AIAC hosts 21 artists from nine ASEAN countries

Over 10 days, artists will create original works, take part in workshops on classical dance, music, and handicrafts, and explore Indias artistic

ABC 6.0: Building a sense of camaraderie through art

The coming week will see the Art Bengaluru Collective will hold the sixth edition of their multi-art show this weekend

Ebola vaccine update: Russia claims a breakthrough; Oxford researchers, Serum Institute of India aim to begin trial in 3 months

A new Ebola vaccine developed by Russian scientists shows promise against the current outbreak strain in the Democratic Republic of Congo. Resear

Kerala Home Min Denies Role in ED Raids at Ex-CM Vijayans Residences

We have no intimation regarding ED raids against Pinarayi Vijayan. Kerala police assistance not sought by the central agency, said Kerala Home Mi

Bharti Airtel rises on adding 31.39 lakh subscribers in April

Mumbai, May 27 (Udaipur Kiran): Bharti Airtel is currently trading at Rs. 1858.15, up by 11.50 points or 0.62% from its previous closing of Rs. 1

Mark Stone and Cole Smith shine as Golden Knights sweep Avalanche to reach third Stanley Cup Final in nine seasons

The Vegas Golden Knights have achieved a remarkable feat. They defeated the Colorado Avalanche in a stunning playoff sweep. This victory propels

Cannot obtain undertaking from award winners: government

Ministry says it would compromise confidentiality of award selection process

Discussions underway between EPS-led faction leaders amid reunion speculations

Key AIADMK leaders are meeting at Edappadi K Palaniswami's Chennai residence. Discussions are underway for a potential reunion of the party's fac

Ragbag 2025 in Thiruvananthapuram, to feature curated performances, food and craft

The international performing arts festival has acts from European and Latin American countries, a food festival curated by Anumitra Ghosh Dastida

H.G. Infra Engineering jumps on emerging as qualified bidder for Uttar Pradesh project

Mumbai, May 27 (Udaipur Kiran): H.G. Infra Engineering is currently trading at Rs. 602.30, up by 5.85 points or 0.98% from its previous closing o

Australian visa denials for Indian students linked to document fraud, not housing crisis

While students were blamed for the housing crisis, visa grant rates for Chinese students remain unaffected

ED raids on Vijayan's residences 'politically motivated': CPI(M) gen secy M A Baby

The Enforcement Directorate is conducting raids at multiple locations in Kerala, including the residence of former Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi

87th Akhila Bharata Kannada Sahitya Sammelana flagged off in Mandya with grand procession

Kannada Sahitya Sammelana is being held in Mandya after a gap of 30 years

Ustad Zakir Hussain held Keralas traditional percussion culture in high esteem, says veteran percussionist Mattannur Sankarankutty Marar

Mattannur Sankarankutty Marar reminisces about his deep bond with tabla maestro Zakir Hussain, highlighting their fusion performances and persona

From hip-hop to locking: All about moves, at Dance your Style 2024

From dance battles to captivating performances, the world finals of Red Bulls Dance your Style 2024 saw 16 of the worlds best fight it out in Mum

Violinist Akella Mallikarjuna Sharma leaves an enduring legacy

The recent passing of celebrated violinist and musicologist Akella Mallikarjuna Sharma leaves an irreplaceable void in the world of Carnatic musi

UCC Bill not against any religion, seeks protection for women: NDA members tell Assam Assembly

Assam MLAs are discussing the Uniform Civil Code Bill. They state the bill aims to protect women's rights and does not target any religion. Triba

Russian scientists develop vaccine against new Ebola Virus Disease strain as India remains on alert; no confirmed case yet

The Union Health Ministry said India is closely monitoring the global Ebola Virus Disease situation following outbreaks in Africa. A traveller fr

Bombay HC restricts Customs Dept. from destroying artworks by famous artists F. N. Souza and Akbar Padamsee

The artworks were seized in 2023 over allegations of obscenity

Gold, silver rise on safe-haven demand amid geopolitical uncertainty

Gold and silver prices edged higher amid rising safe-haven demand due to ongoing geopolitical uncertainty and cautious optimism over possible US-

A girls guide to Deepavali shopping in Coimbatore

Join MetroPlus on the 1,000 challenge: will we be able to come back with a good haul for the amount from the citys shopping hub, Oppanakara Stree

Ninasam Tirugata stages two plays during annual Conversation with the Arts event at Heggodu

The trained artists of Ninasam Rangashikshana Kendra performed the plays and won the hearts of the audience

Qualcomm strikes AI chip deal with TikTok owner ByteDance: Report

The Chinese tech giant is poised to become one of Qualcomms first major customers for the AI-focused application-specific integrated circuits (AS

Coimbatore YMCAs 110-year-old main building gets a facelift

The heritage building has been renovated in tune with the originals architecture

Visakhapatnam to host World Food India South edition on July 9, 10

The southern regional summit at Andhra University Engineering College Grounds will bring together food processing, exports and investment stakeho

Hyderabads QT centre: A safe haven for the queer and trans community

The initiative, which opened its doors in April 2023, functions as a an all-round resource centre offering mental health support, legal counsel,

Exhibition of contemporary Emarati art gets under way in Kochi

Month-long exhibition is being organised by Abu Dhabi-based Rizq Art Initiative in association with the Kerala Lalithakala Akademi, Department of

Documentary showcasing legendary shadow puppetry artiste to expand reach of art form

Nizhal Yathrikan, based on Ramachandra Pulavars life and work, directed by theatre artist Saheer Ali premieres in Kochi

Hyderabads Write Club brings together writers of all ages and genres

Write Club founded by Sravanthi Talluri has published four anthologies and held nearly 600 meet-ups in the last nine years

Why is the genie in Disneys Aladdin blue?

From the rich traditions of Middle Eastern lore to the deliberate use of colour to convey narrative themes, the Genies blue hue is a masterstroke

Sahitya Akademi-winning author Ramesh Nayak is the voice of the marginalised

The writer from Telangana is the first tribal person and the youngest recipient to get the Telugu literature award

Why is he hiding behind the curtain?, a graphic novelette for children, takes readers into the world of Keralas performing arts

Written by Arun Narayan and illustrated by Sanusha US, Why is he hiding behind the curtain? is a delightful introduction to Kathakali and Ottanth

What is Gyotaku?

This Japanese art of fish printing blends tradition, artistry, and conservation, capturing marine life in exquisite detail. Learn how this ancien

Tripti Dimri Would Have a Stronger Role, Says Hemanth Madhukar

He cited Shalini Pandeys role in Arjun Reddy as an example. Shalini Pandey appeared mostly in simple costumes and had a very homely image in Arju

Gardens of Delhi gives us a glimpse into the hidden green treasures of the capital

A new book by Swapna and Madhulika Liddle and Prabhas Roy shares an intimate portrait of Delhi through its many gardens

China's MiniMax loses bid to end Disney copyright lawsuit over AI system

The studios sued MiniMax last year, alleging it trained Hailuo on their copyrighted material, and used their characters to market Hailuo as a Hol

Column | This new audio adaptation of George Orwells 1984 is a great starting point for beginners

The Audible adaptation is intensely cinematic and takes considerable liberties with Orwells original text

Telangana rain | Expedite paddy procurement: CM

RCBs IPL 2026 Final: More Than Just a Game for Fans and Virat Kohli

New Delhi, May 27: RCB RCB These chants often echo long before the first ball is bowled on match nights. Streets fill with red jerseys, flags wav

Column | Podcast A Muslim and a Jew Go There is a fine lesson in the art of disagreement

The hosts frequently disagree, but always with genuine warmth and curiosity about the other persons point of view

National Forensic Sciences University-Chennai opens admissions for cybersecurity & criminology programmes

Students seeking admission to the B.Sc. Criminology and Forensic Science programme must have completed 10+2 or equivalent in Science with Physics

Kerala-based artist and sculptor John Baby turns palm leaves into toys

At a summer camp in the city organised by Thanal, John shows children how to make their own toys from palm leaves

RRB NTPC UG Result 2026 out: Check region wise cutoffs, how to download score card, and what's next

RRB NTPC UG Result 2026: The Railway Recruitment Board has announced the RRB NTPC Undergraduate CBT 2 Result 2026. Candidates who appeared for th

A radio by the people for the people

Being the most economical electronic medium to broadcast and receive, radio breaks down barriers of illiteracy and isolation, making it the prefe

Norway Chess 2026: Firouza defeats Praggnanandhaa in Round 2; Gukesh loses to Wesley So

In the womens event, Divya Deshmukh edged top Indian player Koneru Humpy in the Armageddon; Magnus Carlsen bounces back to defeat Vincent Keymer

'Su-30MKI' upgrade: Op Sindoor hero to get big anti-jamming update under 'Super Sukhoi' programme

Su-30MKI jets' upgrade news: The Indian Air Force is upgrading its Su-30MKI fighter jets. A new advanced GPS antenna will enhance electronic warf

China luxury market trends: Why consumers are shifting to frugal and online shopping

When Beijinger Jacqueline Li first heard one of her favourite luxury department stores in the city was closing, she was shocked -- until she cons

Ready for their summer home in more ways than one

A majority of migratory duck species form pairs in their wintering ground developing bonds at the fag end of the winter-migratory season. This be

Three Arrested in 9.58 Lakh Cyber Fraud Case in New Delhi

New Delhi, May 27: The Cyber Police of East Delhi has arrested three individuals involved in a cyber fraud case amounting to 9.58 lakh. The accus

Nivetha Pethuraj Bags Plum Roles in Tollywood

The addition of Nivetha is expected to bring both glamour and added strength to the ensemble cast.

Aniruddha Knight talks about his efforts to preserve Balasaraswatis legacy

Aniruddha Knight, grandson of the legendary Balasaraswati, talks about his efforts to preserve an invaluable artistic inheritance

Ramachandran, a multifaceted personality whose legacy continues to inspire generations: Sudha Ragunathan

Chitra Santhe to be held on January 7 in Bengaluru

Apart from the venue on Kumara Krupa Road, additional 300 stalls would be set up in Seva Dal ground and on the service roads under Shivananda Cir

Its been one of the toughest rides of my career: Sabyasachi Mukherjee

Sabyasachi Mukherjee says breaking into the jewellery industry was a challenge but that it helps to be obstinate, following his high jewellery pr

Life through geometry in Warli

Warli Whisperers, an exhibition by the Inherited Arts Forum, traces the artistic journey of the celebrated Mashe family from Maharashtra

KMC Requests Elevation Copy for Building Linked to Abhishek Banerjee

Kolkata, May 27: The Kolkata Municipal Corporation (KMC) has requested an elevation copy for a building registered under a company associated wit

Ola Electric secures approval for commercial e-scooter launch

NEW DELHI, May 27: Ola Electric has secured regulatory approval for a new electric scooter aimed at Indias commercial mobility market, according

'No messages after work hours': Bengaluru woman says working with US teams changed her mindset about work-life balance

A Bengaluru womans viral social media post about working with US teams has sparked a larger conversation around workplace culture, burnout, and b

Parameshwara on Karnataka leadership issue: Will follow high command

Drone incursions sow fear, chaos along NATO's Baltic and Finnish borders

Military drones are entering the airspace of Finland, Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania. These incidents raise concerns about the war in Ukraine imp

KEC International bags orders worth Rs 1,300 cr in India, overseas

NEW DELHI, May 27: KEC International has secured orders worth Rs 1,303 crore across business verticals in domestic and international markets. The

Coal India OFS opens for non-retail subscription, Govt looks to sell up to 2 pc stake

NEW DELHI, May 27: The Governments up to 2 per cent stake sale in Coal India opened for non-retail investors on Wednesday at a floor price of Rs

Tragic Incident in Hazaribagh: Three Family Members Die from Toxic Gas Exposure

Hazaribagh, May 27: A tragic incident occurred late Tuesday night in the Kud Basti area of Hazaribagh district, where three members of the same f

ED searches ex-Kerala CM Pinarayi Vijayan in CMRL case

Ten Indian Sailors Released from Iran, Set to Return Home Soon

New Delhi, May 27: The Indian governments Directorate General of Shipping has announced the successful release of ten Indian sailors from the MV

Cloudflare layoffs: After firing 20% staff, CEO Matthew Prince explains in op-ed on how to decide which employees AI should replace

Cloudflare layoffs: Cloudflare has laid off over 1,100 employees, nearly 20% of its workforce, despite record revenue growth. CEO Matthew Prince

Nephrocare Health Services rises as its arm incorporates wholly-owned subsidiary in Kazakhstan

Mumbai, May 27 (Udaipur Kiran): Nephrocare Health Services is currently trading at Rs. 613.00, up by 6.10 points or 1.01% from its previous closi

KEC International inches up on securing orders worth Rs 1,303 crore across various businesses

Mumbai, May 27 (Udaipur Kiran): KEC International is currently trading at Rs. 502.45, up by 3.30 points or 0.66% from its previous closing of Rs.

NLC India soars on inking MoU with IIT(ISM) TEXMiN for critical mineral exploration

Mumbai, May 27 (Udaipur Kiran): NLC India is currently trading at Rs. 354.35, up by 11.20 points or 3.26% from its previous closing of Rs. 343.15

Asian shares mostly higher, tracking Wall Streets fresh records, oil prices fall

BANGKOK, May 27: Asian shares were mostly higher on Wednesday and oil prices fell after the US stock market rose to more records. South Koreas Ko

Pakistans role as mediator problematic: U.S. senator on Iran war

Days after U.S. President Donald Trump pushed for more Muslim countries to join the Abraham Accords, Republican Senator Lindsey Graham has questi

MahaNadu a Festival of Cadres, Dedicated to Women: Chandrababu Naidu

CM highlights partys legacy, democratic struggles and women-centric welfare at TDP conclave

Supreme Court Upholds Special Intensive Review in Bihar Voter List Case

New Delhi, May 27: The Supreme Court has delivered its verdict on petitions challenging the Special Intensive Review (SIR) of the voter list in B

Congress pays tributes to Nehru on death anniversary

Rahul Gandhi said Nehru laid the strong foundations of modern India

Yellow alert for heatwave in Delhi; max temperature likely to touch 45 Celsius

Delhi's air quality was recorded in the 'moderate' quality at 186 at 9 a.m.

PM Modi Urges Citizens To Take All Possible Precautions Amid Soaring Mercury

NEW DELHI, May 27: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday urged citizens to take maximum precautions as the country is witnessing soaring temp

ED Raids on Vijayans Residences Politically Motivated: CPI(M) Gen Secy

CPI(M) leader Baby said that the former Kerala CM was arrested and faced brutal police assault when he was an MLA during the emergency declared b

Eid-ul-Azha Celebrated with Prayers in Jammu and Kashmir

Jammu, May 27: The Islamic festival of Eid-ul-Azha, also known as Bakrid, is being celebrated in Jammu and Kashmir today. Members of the Muslim c

Iran medicine shortages worsened by war

Amid a fragile ceasefire with the US and Israel, Iranians are finding it harder to access essential medicines as imports and payment systems are

Stock markets trade lower amid volatile trends

Brent crude, the global oil benchmark, traded 1.56% lower at $98 per barrel

From being unemployed to earning nearly 50,000 per month: How a scooter changed the fortune of this UP worker

A casual roadside interaction shared by Zypp Electric's CEO revealed how India's growing EV ecosystem is creating new income opportunities. A you

Singapore court orders jail term for Byju Raveendran for contempt of court

The Singapore court has sentenced Byju Raveendran, the founder of BYJUS, to six months in jail. The court found that Raveendran had disobeyed mul

IPL 2026: Sooryavanshipicks length so early and thats a sign of the best

Footwork, balance, bat speed, fitness, temperament are all secondary. Picking length is fundamental. Everything begins there.

Jeweller shot dead by bike-borne assailants in Chhattisgarh's Pendra; traders call bandh

A jeweller was shot dead by unidentified assailants in Chhattisgarh, prompting local traders to protest with a bandh

Saif Ali Khan: I Dont Take Myself Too Seriously

Mumbai, May 27: Actor Saif Ali Khan is currently in the spotlight for his upcoming Netflix film Kartavya. While busy with promotions, he shared t

This mysterious car button you keep ignoring could cool your cabin faster and even save fuel

Drivers can cool their car cabins faster and save fuel by using the air recirculation button. This feature stops the AC from pulling hot outside

Israel says killed new chief of Hamas armed wing in Gaza strike

Israel announced the killing of Mohammed Odeh, the new head of Hamas's armed wing in Gaza. This strike follows the elimination of his predecessor

Tamil Nadu Government Supports Chess Player Vaishali with 10 Lakh Grant

Chennai, May 27: The Tamil Nadu government has granted 10 lakh to chess player Vaishali to support her participation in international competition

Tourists Dash To Shimla As Plains Sizzle; 70K Vehicles Reach City In 72 Hours

SHIMLA, May 27: Tourists are flocking to the key hill destinations in Himachal Pradesh to beat the scorching heat in the plains, with as many as