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Indian Stock Market Opens Lower Amid Rising US-Iran Tensions

Mumbai, May 5: The Indian stock market opened in the red on Tuesday due to escalating tensions between the US and Iran. The Sensex fell by 165.65

MI vs LSG, IPL 2026 Match Highlights: Rohit Sharmas 84 Powers Mumbai Indians to Epic 229 Chase at Wankhede

Rohit Sharmas brilliant 84 powers Mumbai Indians to a stunning six-wicket win over Lucknow Super Giants, chasing 229 in a high-scoring IPL 2026 c

Limited Trading in Gold and Silver Amid Rising Tensions in the Middle East

Mumbai, May 5: Amid escalating tensions in the Middle East, trading in gold and silver has remained limited, with both precious metals showing sl

Watch: Kerala verdict: What powered UDFs comeback

The UDF stages a major comeback after 10 years, riding on bypoll wins, strong 2024 Lok Sabha performance, and local body gains

Jaishankar Meets Jamaican Counterpart, Emphasizes Boosting Economic Cooperation

Discussed taking forward our ties in education and health, agriculture and digital, tourism, sports and entertainment, infrastructure, capacity b

Quote of the day by 'King of Rock and Roll' Elvis Presley: 'Truth is like the sun. You can shut it out for a time, but it ain't...'

Quote of the day by Elvis Presley: Elvis Presley, the 'King of Rock and Roll,' rose from humble beginnings to global superstardom in the mid-1950

Abortion Pill Mifepristone Access Restored Via Telehealth, Mail After US Supreme Court Ruling

The Supreme Court restored broad access to the abortion pill mifepristone, blocking a ruling that had threatened to upend one of the main ways ab

Small plane crashes into building in Belo Horizonte, Brazil; leaves at least two dead

Many TMC Offices Vandalised in Parts of Bengal

At the Bijoygarh-Netajjnagar area in Tollygunge, the election office of TMC candidate and former minister Aroop Biswas was seen vandalised by a m

West Bengal Assembly results: TMC alleges post-poll violence as many party offices vandalised

BJP Leader Rahul Sinha, however, rejected the charge that any of his party's workers were involved in vandalism, saying it might be the handiwork

MI Surpasses RR and SRH in IPL 2026 Milestone

Mumbai, May 5: In an exciting match at the Wankhede Stadium on Monday evening, the Mumbai Indians (MI) triumphed over the Lucknow Super Giants (L

US Judge 'Apologises' To Trump Event Shooting Suspect Over Jail Treatment

A U.S. judge on Monday apologized to the man accused of attempting to assassinate President Donald Trump for the legally deficient treatment he h

Varun Badola Credits Early Shows for Shaping His Career

Mumbai, May 5: Actor Varun Badola has expressed gratitude for the early television shows that significantly shaped his career. He highlighted pop

Leaders Extend Birthday Wishes to Manohar Lal Khattar

New Delhi, May 5: Several senior leaders, including Home Minister Amit Shah, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, and Union Minister Nitin Gadkari, ha

US To Pakistan, How International Media Covered BJP's Victory In Bengal

From London to New York and Islamabad to Dhaka, publications also gave prominent space to Tamil superstar Joseph Vijay's surprise victory in Tami

'Assam made Pawan Khera eat peda': Himanta Sarma launches sharp attack on Congress leader after BJP wins third consecutive term

Following the BJP's record victory in Assam, Chief Minister Himanta Sarma taunted Congress leader Pawan Khera once again, stating Assam made Pawa

Malkajgiri Police Cracks Whip on Traffic Violators

As many as 2,727 cases were booked during a special drive and a fine of Rs.5.50 lakh was imposed on those who violated the rules: Police

Palantir lifts annual revenue forecast on robust U.S. government demand

The rising adoption of artificial intelligence tools in modern warfare has boosted demand for software platforms developed by companies such as P

Breaking News Live Updates: Cabinet expansion buzz builds in Bihar as Gandhi Maidan gears up for swearing-in

In Focus podcast | Why are negotiations between the U.S. and Iran stalled?

Stanly Johny speaks to us about why U.S.Iran nuclear talks have stalled and what it means for the region.

TMC alleges post-poll violence as many party offices vandalised; BJP denies involvement

Trinamool Congress offices faced arson and vandalism across West Bengal on Monday. BJP workers celebrated their victory, while TMC accused BJP of

Pinarayi Vijayan Dethroned: The Last Communist Fortress Crumbles

Vijayan lost his seat, his government & his bid for history. Can the Left survive what he built and what he didnt?

Zeenat Aman Shares Story of Losing a Precious Watch During Charity Cricket Match with Indira Gandhi

Mumbai, May 5: Veteran actress Zeenat Aman recently took to social media to share a nostalgic tale from her youth. She recounted how she lost a v

Samsung Biologics Strike Enters Fifth Day Amid Demands for Wage Increases

Seoul, May 5: Employees affiliated with the union at Samsung Biologics, the biotech arm of Samsung Group, continued their first general strike fo

Central Asia's biggest state pushes for data driven economy to avoid stagnation

Kazakhstan's President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev urged a swift transition to an AI-powered economy. He stressed that delaying this shift risks the na

Nine killed in Colombia mine explosion: government

There was an explosion inside a coal mine in central Colombia caused by a buildup of gases

Are Acrylic Nails Doing Irreversible Damage To Your Health?

Acrylic nails may increase the aesthetic value of your nails, but you may be causing irreversible damage to your health. Here are the health risk

3 Family Members, 3 Parties, 3 Wins: Big Draw For Lottery Baron In Polls

Santiago Martin's wife, son, and son-in-law contested from three different parties and drew victories in their respective constituencies.

Trump's retribution? What to watch in Tuesday's elections in Indiana, Ohio and Michigan

President Trump's influence is on trial in Indiana's Republican primaries. Seven state senators face Trump-backed challengers. Ohio's primaries w

Tamil Nadu SSLC Result 2026 Date: When To Expect 10th Results Based On Past Trends?

Tamil Nadu SSLC Result 2026 Date: Students can expect the results to be released between May 15 and May 20, 2026. The final date will be confirme

Rameswaram Express augmented with two 3-tier AC coaches

Intelligence Bureau Security Assistant Final Result, Roll Number-Wise List Out, Download Here

IB SA/MT Final Result: The final selection has been made based on candidates' combined performance in Tier 1 and Tier 2 examinations.

Absconding murder accused arrested

The Health Benefits of Bael: Natures Solution for Common Ailments

New Delhi, May 5: Bael (Bilva) is a fruit that has been a part of traditional home remedies for centuries. It is frequently mentioned in the reme

TVK Emerges as a Strong Contender in Tamil Nadu Politics, But Needs More Seats to Form Government

Chennai, May 5: A significant shift has occurred in Tamil Nadus political landscape. C. Joseph Vijays party, TVK, has emerged as a major force in

Deadly Explosion at Chinese Fireworks Plant Claims 21 Lives, Injures 61

Changsha, May 5: A devastating explosion occurred at a fireworks plant in Hunan province, central China. According to Chinese authorities, the bl

Who was Santhosh Nair? Popular Malayalam actor with 100+ films dies in tragic road accident

Popular Malayalam actor Santhosh Nair passed away in a road accident in Pathanamthitta. His car collided with a lorry, and he reportedly suffered

How Vijays TVK won Tamil Nadu: From whistle to squirrel, the six-phase chronology of Thalapathy's 'victory-path'

Vijay Thalapathy Election Result: Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) secured 108 seats in Tamil Nadu, falling just short of a majority. This electora

Rajasthan: 9-year-old mauled to death by stray dogs in Bundi village

The victim, identified as Rinku Bheel, a Class 3 student from Alkodia village under the Talera police jurisdiction, had stepped out of her home e

'People bestowed their upon me': BJP's Dilip Ghosh after winning Kharagpur Sadar assembly in West Bengal polls

The Bharatiya Janata Party achieved a significant victory in the West Bengal Assembly elections. Dilip Ghosh won the Kharagpur Sadar seat. This w

Job Fraud: Man Duped of Rs 5.5 Lakh on Kuwait Job Promise

Udaipur, May 5, 2026 (Udaipur Kiran) A case of job fraud has been reported in the Surajpol police station area, where a man was allegedly cheate

OpenAI co-founder under fire in Elon Musk trial over $30 billion stake

Elon Musk's lawyers called Greg Brockman to the stand in an effort to show the jury that OpenAI's founders manipulated their original benefactor

US, Gulf Arab nations draft new UN resolution on Strait of Hormuz

The United States and Gulf Arab nations are preparing a United Nations Security Council resolution. This resolution aims to condemn Iran for obst

Rupee hits record low as fading hopes of U.S.-Iran peace spotlight economic risks

The currency weakened to 95.39 per dollar, down 0.3% on the day

China: Explosion at Fireworks Plant Kills At Least 21 People

Nearly 500 rescuers were deployed to the scene and residents in danger zones were evacuated by authorities

Premier League title race: Manchester Citys last-gasp draw at Everton hands momentum to Arsenal

The draw ended a run of three consecutive wins for City and left it five points behind the London club

Das Adam Smith Problem: rethinking Smiths moral and economic worlds

The Das Adam Smith Problem shows an apparent dichotomy between sympathy and self-interest in Adam Smiths works, but most scholars now view it as

PMGSY's Rs 29 crore road brings long-awaited connectivity to Rajouri district in Jammu & Kashmirs Doongi belt

A crucial road project is underway in Rajouri's Doongi block. This 13-kilometer road will connect remote border panchayats and link three key blo

Iranian state media counters US claims, says 5 civilians killed in clumsy Hormuz Strait strike

Iran's state media claims US forces attacked civilian cargo boats in the Strait of Hormuz, resulting in five deaths, contradicting Washington's a

WHO confirms second hantavirus case on Dutch cruise ship

The newly confirmed case involved a Dutch female passenger who died on April 27, according to the cruise operator. This marks the second confirme

Jaishankar holds talks with Jamaican counterpart, calls for stronger economic ties

White House weighs vetting AI models before public release, says NYT

The White House is discussing an executive order that would establish a working group of tech executives and government officials to examine pote

Second Case of Hantavirus Confirmed on Dutch Cruise Ship

The Hague, May 5: The World Health Organization (WHO) has confirmed a second case of hantavirus infection aboard a ship in the Atlantic Ocean. Th

2 Killed as Car Rams into Lorry in Sangareddy

Minutes after reaching the bypass road at Zaheerabad in Sangareddy district, the car driver lost control and rammed into a stationary lorry

Astronomers Discover 27 Potential Tatooine-Like Planets Orbiting Two Stars

The potential planets were detected using data from NASA's Transiting Exoplanet Survey Satellite.

West Asia war: UAE says it intercepted large-scale Iranian missile, drone attack

The UAE Ministry of Defense said its air defence systems engaged 12 ballistic missiles, 3 cruise missiles, and 4 unmanned aerial vehicles launche

No peepshow here, please: Mumbais historic precincts under siege

Last Saturdays Page 1 coverage in this newspaper about a sign calling for the ban on photography and modelling in Bandras Ranwar Village, highlig

May 6 Panchang: Important Auspicious and Inauspicious Times to Note

New Delhi, May 5: The Panchang holds significant importance in Sanatan Dharma. It determines the start of the day and identifies auspicious and i

Ryan Rickelton Praises Rohit Sharma as One of Indias Greatest Batsmen

Mumbai, May 5: In a thrilling IPL 2026 match, the Mumbai Indians (MI) secured a 6-wicket victory against the Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) at Wankhe

Trisha Krishnan wears Rs 12,000 suit on her 43rd birthday in Tirupati just before Vijay's TVK impressive win in Tamil Nadu

Actress Trisha Krishnan marked her birthday with a spiritual visit to Tirupati and her Rs 12,000 outfit gained attention. Later, she visited acto

US Secret Service confirms shooting near White House, armed man shot

Citing a federal source, Fox News reported that Secret Service Uniformed Division officers engaged the suspect after the individual pulled a gun

MOMENT: Trump jokes he'll leave office in 'eight or nine years'

China fireworks factory blast kills 21, injures 61 in Hunan

The blast occurred at a plant operated by a local fireworks company in Liuyang, a region widely known as the global hub of fireworks production

Safety before selfies: Do not endanger lives, MSRDC warns motorists

Stopping for pictures and selfies puts other commuters at risk on this high-speed stretch

Rangasamy expresses happiness over NDAs performance

Mr Rangasamy said the victory was a reflection of the faith reposed by the people of Puducherry on his government

Trump Declares Tariffs as Key Tool in U.S. Trade Policy, Targets China

Washington, May 5: President Donald Trump stated that tariffs will remain a central tool in U.S. trade policy. He emphasized that these tariffs s

Surya Kumar Yadav Praises Rohit Sharma for Entertaining Performance in Mumbai Indians Victory

Mumbai, May 5: The Mumbai Indians (MI) secured a thrilling 6-wicket victory against the Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) at Wankhede Stadium on Monday.

Sibsagar election results 2026: BJP's Kushal Dowari won against Rajjor Dal's Akhil Gogoi

EAM Jaishankar Meets Jamaican Counterpart Kamina Johnson Smith to Discuss Key Issues

New Delhi, May 5: Indias External Affairs Minister Dr. S. Jaishankar met with his Jamaican counterpart, Kamina Johnson Smith, during his visit to

Pixxel to launch Indias first orbital data centre satellite this year

Pixxel will design, build, launch, and operate the satellite, and Sarvam will provide the AI backbone

Not just Thalapathy Vijay! His drivers son also dethrones a DMK MLA. Who is he and how did he push Stalins party out?

In a stunning upset, R Sabarinathan, son of TVK chief Vijay's driver, secured a significant victory in Virugambakkam, defeating the sitting DMK M

US Apache attack helicopters deployed in operation against Iranian boats: CENTCOM

US CENTCOM used Sea Hawk and Apache helicopters on Monday to eliminate Iranian small boats threatening commercial shipping in the Strait of Hormu

IMF chief Georgieva warns of 'much worse outcome' if conflict drags into 2027, oil hits $125

Global economy faces a grim future if the Middle East conflict continues until 2027. IMF chief Kristalina Georgieva warns of significantly higher

NIUM calls on young innovators to reimagine Indias cities

The Urban X Challenge Ideathon aims to foster creativity, critical thinking and problem-solving among young minds by inviting ideas that can tran

Punjab CM to meet President Murmu today over seven AAP RS MPs defection to BJP

Ahead of the meeting, Mann stated that the issue strikes at the core of democratic values, describing the alleged defections as a betrayal of the

New AI model detects pancreatic cancer before visible diagnosis

The model identifies faint tissue changes linked to pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma

Russia and Ukraine announce separate ceasefire windows ahead of May 9

According to the statement, the decision was taken by President Vladimir Putin, declaring that a ceasefire is declared on 8-9 May 2026 in honour

Trump Highlights Small Businesses as Backbone of American Economy

Washington, May 5: President Donald Trump emphasized that small businesses are the backbone of the American economy, attributing their growth to

US fights to reopen the Strait of Hormuz as the UAE comes under attack in a test of Iran truce

The United States said it reopened a shipping lane in the Strait of Hormuz after engaging Iranian forces, sinking six boats that were targeting c

US intel says Iran nuclear timeline unchanged despite strikes, war

Iran's nuclear weapon timeline remains unchanged. U.S. intelligence assessments show it still takes up to a year to build a bomb. Recent U.S. and

Devotees Gather for Temple Festival, Hanuman Idol Consecrated

Udaipur, May 5, 2026 (Udaipur Kiran) A large number of devotees gathered at Shri Ram Park in A-Block, Chitrakoot Nagar, to witness the third ann

Ganjam special school students with disabilities achieve 100 per cent result

Disability has not deterred the visually and hearing impaired students from the path of success as all 25 students from the two special schools h

Green Saviours Meet Focuses on Environment, Sandalwood Plantation

Udaipur, May 5, 2026 (Udaipur Kiran) A key meeting of Green Saviours, a group of retired forest officials, was held at Aranya Kutir in Udaipur,

West Bengal polls: TMC claims BJP behind arson attack on Siliguri office, shares video

Donald Trump jokes about 8-9 more years in White House, sparks debate

Speaking at the White House Small Business Summit, Trump made a light-hearted comment suggesting he could continue as president beyond the usual

Ex-MLA Shashank Bhargava booked for abetment of farmers suicide

The body of farmer Govind Gurjar was found on April 27 near a railroad at Peepal Wali Puliya, Vidisha City Superintendent of Police Atul Singh sa

Iran denies UAE strike role, blames US 'military adventurism'

Tensions flare in the Middle East as Iran denies responsibility for a drone strike on UAE oil facilities. Iran blames US military actions for the

Zelenskyy, EU Commission Prez hold talks on Ukraine loan

We also agreed to move forward on a Drone Deal and reviewed details for security cooperation

Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann to Meet President Murmu Amid Political Turmoil

New Delhi, May 5: Amid ongoing political developments in Punjab, Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann is set to meet President Droupadi Murmu in New Delh

Gunfire Near the White House Leads to Temporary Lockdown

Washington, May 5: A lockdown was briefly imposed near the White House following the shooting of an armed individual. According to officials, the