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Gautam Adani agrees to $18 million penalty in U.S. bribery case

The penalty payment comes as U.S. prosecutors are reported to be set to drop charges against Mr. Adani

Watch: Rathindra Bose elected Speaker of West Bengal Assembly unopposed

BJP MLA Rathindra Bose was elected unopposed as the Speaker of the West Bengal assembly on Friday, becoming the first legislator from the norther

Street dogs eat amputated limb in Vijayawada government hospital; probe ordered

NTR district Collector Lakshmisha has ordered inquiry into the incident, and directed the GGH authorities to take action against the negligent st

Fuel price hike sparks public anger in Thiruvananthapuram

In Thiruvananthapuram, petrol is now priced at 110.76 per litre, while diesel has touched 99.64 per litre

UiPath Launches Global AgentHack 2026 at DevCon Bengaluru

PowerX Unveils PowerX Energy Blade, a Rack-Mounted Battery Energy Storage System for Data Centers

Rose Show inaugurated in Nilgiris

The Rose Show is to take place till May 18. The rose garden currently hosts 4,301 varieties of rose plants, out of which more than 3,300 are in f

Municipal finances: 43 cities show low own revenue, limited borrowing, says Praja study

A study of 43 municipal corporations across 28 States and two Union Territories has found that cities in India depend on government grants for ne

OMCs forced to increase prices of petrol, diesel: Andhra Minister Nadendla Manohar

Nadendla Manohar said, To meet the crisis, Andhra government is taking steps to increase ethanol blending and encouraging measures like car pooli

NEET-UG paper leak row: Exam to go fully computer-based from next year, says Education Minister Pradhan

The Union Minister said that the Government would not let the malpractice happen again and that it was sensitive to the hard work that students p

Unnao rape case: Supreme Court sets aside order suspending Kuldeep Sengars sentence, asks Delhi HC to consider afresh

The court said the HighCourt must hear all the parties, including the counsel for the survivor of the crime, on the question of suspension of sen

Confirmed Ebola outbreak in Congo, says African public health agency

The agency said initial findings suggested the presence of a non-Zaire strain of the virus, with sequencing ongoing to further characterise it

Its a test of citizenship that is exclusionary by design: Clifton DRozario | Decode Karnataka

Karnatakas voter mapping exercise ahead of the State-wide Special Intensive Revision has triggered widespread concerns and debate.

Writer and artist Pramod Wadnerkars solo art show in Kochi

Pramod Wadnerkar turned to writing and painting after his retirement as a civil engineer

Man Electrocuted While Filling Water in Air Cooler at AS Rao Nagar

The incident occurred when Krishna was filling the cooler fixed to the window with iron grills in the balcony with water when its power supply wa

NDA Leaders Address Rising Fuel Prices Amid Global Challenges

New Delhi, May 15: NDA leaders have attributed the recent increase in diesel and petrol prices to global circumstances. Union Minister Ram Kripal

Speeding luxury car overturns near Hitec City, occupants flee before police arrive

Inspired by Vijays movie Thamizhan, Chennai man donates 22,674 to CM Relief Fund

Chennai-based Arun Loganathan, inspired by a Tamil movie starring Vijay, has contributed towards fulfilling his individual debt responsibility

India calls for UNSC expansion, says lack of reform constrains global body

The External Affairs Minister made the remarks at a conclave of the Foreign Ministers of the BRICS nations in New Delhi

24 booked after altercation breaks out between two groups in Auroville

The police said a section of residents were participating in a meeting when members of the Auroville Foundation requested that the premises be va

Surat Companies Embrace Work From Home, Boosting Carpooling and Public Transport

Surat, May 15: The impact of Prime Minister Narendra Modis appeal for fuel conservation is now evident in the corporate sector. Several IT compan

Hyderabads Rise As Indias Enterprise Tech Capital

Redwood Software's India Head Rajkumar Paulraj explains why the future of AI hiring is shifting from flashy growth to long-term talent, problem s

Vande Mataramand the challenge to multicultural nationalism

The decision to sing the full version of Vande Mataram at government events has revived debate over the songs communal undertones and its compati

Quote of the day by William Shatner: 'There was nothing lonelier than a man with a million...' Life lessons on friendship, love, human nature by Canadian actor known for playing Captain James T. Kirk in Star Trek films

Quote of the day by William Shatner highlights loneliness, friendship, and human connection through the words There was nothing lonelier than a m

Want to stay in a palace? At The Belgadia Palace in Mayurbhanj, dive into art, culture and history

Tucked away in Mayurbhanj district in Odisha, The Belgadia Palace champions the regions art and culture, while empowering local communities. We c

Bermuda Triangle Mystery 'Solved'? Scientists Reveal Structure Found Beneath Island

Bermuda still sits atop a broad swell, standing roughly 1,600 feet higher than the surrounding ocean floor, reports Carnegie Science.

Mixed Reactions Emerge as Fuel Prices Rise Across India

New Delhi, May 15: Concerns are rising among the public as petrol, diesel, and CNG prices increase across the country. Following a hike of 3 per

Devji: This former top Maoist, who had a 1 crore bounty on his head, is now appearing for exams after 40 years and wants to become a lawyer

Nearly four decades after abandoning his studies, former Maoist leader Devji, 63, reappeared for his Telugu Intermediate exam. He secured special

Could e-Vikas solve Indias fertiliser distribution challenge? Nishant Warwade explains | Teaser

What makes the Rs 90,000-crore Great Nicobar Island project critical for India both militarily and economically

India is undertaking a massive Rs 90,000 crore project in Great Nicobar. This initiative will develop a major transshipment port and internationa

Trump says he and China's Xi agree Iran cannot have nuclear weapons

Trump and Xi Jinping also discussed keeping the Strait of Hormuz open for global shipping. Tensions remain high as the conflict continues. Recent

Aravalli row: Won't pass order in favour of mining lease holders for now, says Supreme Court

The Supreme Court has stopped issuing orders for mining leases in the Aravalli hills. The court is receiving disturbing feedback about mining act

MS Dhoni Likely to Attend Peddi Trailer Launch as Guest of Honour?

Ram Charan will be travelling extensively to promote the film across India, the source concludes.

Pollard Fined 15% of Match Fee for Offensive Language

Mumbai, May 15: Mumbai Indians batting coach Kieron Pollard has been fined 15% of his match fee following a breach of the IPL Code of Conduct dur

Riftsin the Gulf

Two killed as heavy rains batter Sri Lanka; thousands affected

More than 4,000 people have been affected, with more than 100 people from 29 families being placed in two temporary relief centres

CBI Conducts Searches In Haryana Bank Scam Case; Seizes Financial Records, Digital Evidence

New Delhi, May 15: The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) conducted searches at multiple locations in Chandigarh and Panchkula in connection w

Pollard Fined 15% of Match Fee for Using Abusive Language

Mumbai, May 15: Kieron Pollard, the batting coach of the Mumbai Indians, has been fined 15% of his match fee. This penalty comes after he was fou

BJP Holds Protest Demanding Liquor Ban In J&K, Police Detain Leaders Briefly

SRINAGAR, May 15: Police on Friday stopped a protest march of the BJP demanding a complete ban on liquor in Jammu and Kashmir, and detained some

IPL 2026: Shardul Thakur reacts to Hardik Pandyas absence from MIs recent games

Mumbai Indians' all-rounder Shardul Thakur addressed fan concerns regarding skipper Hardik Pandya, confirming that his absence is solely due to i

Israelis mark capture of East Jerusalem with Old City parade, provocative chants

Israel deployed thousands of police officers to keep order in Old City as Jewish nationalists celebrated the capture of East Jerusalem in 1967 wa

Political Turmoil in AIADMK: SP Velumani Responds to Palaniswamis Actions

Chennai, May 15: The internal conflict within the AIADMK continues following its defeat in the Tamil Nadu Assembly elections. Edappadi K. Palanis

India's envoy in Beijing discusses border developments and bilateral ties with Chinese official

India's new envoy to China, Vikram Doraiswami, met with Chinese official Hou Yanqi. They discussed border issues and bilateral relations. Both si

Iran claims UAE 'active partner' in US-Israeli attacks

Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi accused the United Arab Emirates on Thursday of playing an active role in the US-Israeli war against his c

Debut Malayalam short film Superglue offers quirky glimpse into art direction

Debutant short filmmaker Maahir M talks about directing hip-hop videos and making films

Fastest Batters to Reach 14,000 Runs in T20s

Following a century against KKR, iconic Indian batter Virat Kohli reached the 14,000 run mark, making him the first Indian to do so and the faste

Panchkula horror: Father sexually abused daughter for 11 years, teen got pregnant in Class 9

A teenage girl in Panchkula has accused her father of sexually abusing her for over a decade, with assaults beginning at age seven. The 18-year-o

CIA director visits Cuba as island nation runs out of oil

The Central Intelligence Agency, at the heart of the decades-long struggle between the United States and Cuba, confirmed a Cuban government state

NTA an agency in need of a thorough examination

The NTAs credibility is questioned after repeated exam failures and scandals, prompting urgent calls for reform and accountability

DCDC Kidney Care Sets Global Benchmark with AACI Accreditation for Badarpur Dialysis Centre

DCDC Kidney Care announced that its Badarpur Centre in Delhi has become the first standalone dialysis centre globally to receive accreditation fr

In the shadow of COVID, health officials fight panic over Hantavirus outbreak

A hantavirus outbreak on a cruise ship has sparked public concern. Health officials are working to communicate clearly, drawing lessons from the

Will Not Let Malpractice Happen Again: Education Minister Pradhan On NEET Paper-Leak, Announces CBT Mode Exam From Next Year

New Delhi, May 15: Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan on Friday announced that the National Testing Agency (NTA) will conduct the NEET-U

Rathindra Bose, a Chartered Accountant from north Bengal, elected Speaker of Bengal Assembly

This is the first time that a leader from north Bengal has been selected for the Speakers post; Mr. Bose is the MLA from the Cooch Behar Dakshin

Jaishankar, Irans Araghchi discuss West Asia crisis, energy security and maritime stability

Discussed the situation in West Asia and its implications. Also exchanged views on bilateral issues of mutual interest, says External Affairs Min

Trinamool Congress leader Derek OBrien hits out at Centre over fuel price hike

First they loot your vote, then they kick you where it hurts. Pathetically predictable, Derek O'Brien said

Make TIMS Hospital Fully Accessible to People: KTR

TIMS is established with an aim of providing world-class healthcare to the people of Hyderabad: KTR

Apothecon Group appoints pharmaceutical industry veteran Shyamakant Giri as the Group CEO

Petrol, diesel price hike impact: From milk, onions, Blinkit deliveries to Uber fares & others, here's all that may get costlier

Petrol, diesel price hike impact: Centres Rs 3 per litre hike in petrol and diesel prices may not feel massive immediately, but its ripple effect

Rajnath Singh, Chandrababu Naidu launch Rs 15,803 crore AMCA project in Andhra Pradesh

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh and Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu initiated a significant defence project in Andhra Pradesh. The Rs 15,803-c

Scaler Report: Indias AI Talent Is Being Repriced Upskilled Engineers Are Earning 2x

Median salaries doubled for 11,444 engineers who doubled down on fundamentals as hiring evolved. A two-year, B2K Analyticsverified study of 12,85

iPhone users among prime targets, three held with 66 stolen phones in Delhi

Delhi Police apprehended three individuals in connection with a mobile phone snatching and disposal racket. The gang specifically targeted iPhone

Datar Cancer Genetics Receives Landmark US FDA Clearance for CellDx-Tissue, a Comprehensive Genomic Profiling Assay for Solid Tumors Using DNA + RNA

Clearance Recognises CellDx-Tissues Dual-Analyte DNA and RNA Workflow Across 517 Cancer-Associated Genes, with ALK, RET and ROS1 Fusion Calls on

Major reason for economic crisis in India is Modi Governments leadership crisis: Kharge after fuel hike

The Congress president said when diesel prices rise, inflation has a cascading effect across the country, adversely affecting everyone from indu

Movate Partners with Beacon Mobility to Drive AI-Led Cloud and Cybersecurity Transformation

USA-based Silicon Road Ventures launches India-focused AIF to back B2B Agentic AI Commerce-Tech startups

Alta School of Technology Appoints Navdeep Sandhu as Head of Academics

Alta School of Technology , an AI-first computer science program focused on building industry-relevant technology talent, today announced the app

Watch: Trump thanks Xi for incredible China trip, says both feel very similar on Iran

V.D. Satheesan vows to cushion cost of living crisis exacerbated by fuel price hike in Kerala

The new State government might consider partial work-from-home options for public offices and the private sector to help employees save on increa

NASA Unveils Stunning Purple Beauty of the Pinwheel Galaxy

New Delhi, May 15: The universe is as mysterious as it is beautiful. NASA, the American space agency, has shared a breathtaking view of the uniqu

NEET exam will be computer-based from next year: Check all changes education minister Dharmendra Pradhan, announced to stop paper leaks and malpractices

Amidst the NEET paper leak controversy, Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan announced significant reforms, including a shift to a compute

Why is Taiwan the elephant in every room between US and China?

US President Donald Trump met Chinese President Xi Jinping in Beijing. Taiwan remains the most crucial issue for China. The island's self-governa

OpenAI brings Codex coding tool to ChatGPT mobile app

Coding tools have become an important way for AI companies to reach business customers

NEET to Go Fully Computer-Based Next Year: Centre Announces Major Exam Reform

Addressing a press conference, Pradhan also said that the admit cards for NEET UG 2026 will be issued by June 14, while confirming that the re-ex

Without meaningful reform, effectiveness and credibility of UN will remain constrained: Jaishankar at BRICS

India is strongly advocating for major changes in global institutions. External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar stated that the United Nations nee

Fuel price surge jolts Kerala as people brace for all-round price rise

Indian Oil Corporation appears more lenient, allowing dealers to pay for a load already delivered before receiving the next within two or three d

Mayawati Demands Apology from Akhilesh Yadav Over Controversial Remarks by SP Spokesperson

Lucknow, May 15: Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP) leader Mayawati criticized the Samajwadi Party (SP) spokesperson Rajkumar Bhati for his controversial

FromPCOStoPMOS: understanding the reasons for name change

The significance lies not only in the fact that the definition has broadened the panel of factors that will facilitate better diagnosis, but also

J&K Govt Approves Major Power Infrastructure Upgrades In Srinagar

JAMMU, May 15: The Jammu and Kashmir Government has approved major power infrastructure projects aimed at strengthening electricity transmission

Velumani faction willing to hold talks with Palaniswami on intra-party issues

Referring to Mr. Palaniswamis statement that he was ready to make any sacrifice, Mr. Velumani said that the AIADMK general secretary should invit

Will lead to further inflation, growth estimates will be lowered considerably: Cong on fuel hike

NEW DELHI, May 15: The Congress on Friday attacked the Modi government over the petrol and diesel price hike, saying it is bound to lead to furth

Watch: Energy has been weaponised, Hormuz being taken hostage: UAE Minister

BRICS Summits Third Session Kicks Off with Ministerial Meetings

New Delhi, May 15: The BRICS Summit 2026 enters its second day today, featuring the third session where Indias External Affairs Minister, Dr. S.

Big Tech turns to Sesame Street, Girl Scouts to deflect scrutiny over kids' screen time

Their very business model relies on maximum time on device, said Emily Boddy, co-lead of U.S. Smartphone Free Childhood, a parent group that advo

Compromised PM Didnt Sign Trade Deal With US, But A Bargain For Adanis Release: Rahul

NEW DELHI, May 15:Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Friday accused Prime Minister Narendra Modi of signing a trade deal with the US only to secure

Helsinki Airport resumes flights after drone alert pause

The airport suspended air traffic from 4 a.m. to 7 a.m. after safety authorities issued a danger alert for the southern Uusimaa region over a pot

Telugu Film Chamber Meets Today as Industry Rift Turns Personal

Industry observers also feel the situation worsened after both producers and exhibitors addressed separate press conferences over the last two da

U.P. pushes river rejuvenation initiative to strengthen rural sustainability, ecological resilience

In Bulandshahr, the Neem River was revived through a 29-km intervention under MGNREGA. Officials said farmers voluntarily cleared encroachments

Manipur violence probe panel gets six-month extension to submit report

According to a notification, the Commission shall submit its report to the Centre as soon as possible but not later than November, 20, 2026

Arabian Seas Heat Crisis: The Marine Threat People Cant See But Must Face

Arabian Sea, which traditionally cooled during the monsoons, is now showing persistent warming, writes Pratik Kad.

Visa Cartel Row:US Senator Highlights Hyderabads Chilkur Balaji H1-B Visa Temple

The Visa Cartel has its own Visa Temple in Hyderabad, which sees thousands of Indians circling altars and getting passports blessed for U.S. work