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Morning Digest: ECI orders repolling in Falta, West Bengal, on May 21; Trumps warns of restarting strikes if Iran misbehaves; and more

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Sringeri seat recount: Raje Gowdas vote tally reduced by 255; BJP supporters celebrate

The Returning Officer has stated that he submitted the report about verification and recount to the Election Commission

Major Police Operation Uncovers Illegal Sword Factory in Nathdwara

Udaipur, May 3: In a significant crackdown, police in Nathdwara have uncovered an illegal sword manufacturing operation. The raid revealed a fact

Restaurant Owner Drowns While Saving Friend During Picnic

Udaipur, May 3: A tragic incident occurred at the Mansi Wakal Dam in the Jhadol area on Saturday, where a restaurant owner drowned while trying t

Contractors Home Robbed of 11 Lakhs: 7 Kilos of Silver and Cash Stolen

Udaipur, May 3: A shocking robbery took place in the Saira police station area of Umrod village, targeting the home of a contractor. The incident

Outrage Erupts After Young Womans Death Following Injection in Udaipur District

Udaipur, May 3: Anger erupted among family members and villagers following the suspicious death of an 18-year-old woman at the Mandwa PHC in Udai

Great White Kentucky derby 2026 horse video: What happened to Great White? Why did Great White scratch?

Kentucky derby 2026: Great White was going to be the biggest horse in the field at roughly 1,370 pounds.

Jayson Tatum injury: When will Boston Celtics star play again?

Jayson Tatum averaged 23.3 points, 10.2 rebounds and 6.8 assists through the first six games of the series, while shooting 52.2 per cent from the

Garbage dumpfire chokes residential zone in Perumbakkam

Initially believed to be a temporary arrangement, a garbage transit point in Perumbakkam close to a residential zone witnesses disproportionate d

Trump says U.S. could restart Iran strikes if they misbehave

When asked about Irans proposal, Mr. Trump replied: They told me about the concept of the deal. Theyre going to give me the exact wording now

Stuck for over an hour, no response from police, says woman who confronted Maharashtra Minister for traffic jam

Teena Choudhry, the woman who confronted Maharashtra Minister Girish Mahajan over a traffic jam, has released an account of the incident, saying

CEA Nageswaran calls for capex push amid EV growth momentum

India's top companies saw profits soar post-Covid. However, investments lagged. Chief economic adviser V Anantha Nageswaran called for corporate

Kentucky derby 2026 results, winners, pay out purse: All about golden tempo horse who won at Churchill Downs as woman trainer Cherie DeVaux creates history

Kentucky derby 2026 pay out: Golden Tempo gets whopping $3.1 million purse, Renegade receives a $1 million purse, Ocelli gets $500,000. Fourth pl

IDF Claims Major Strike on Hezbollah Targets

Jerusalem, May 3: The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) reported on Saturday that it has launched attacks on approximately 120 Hezbollah positions. Acc

Clinical CSK outclass MI by 8 wickets to boost playoff prospects

CHENNAI, May 2: Chennai Super Kings produced a thoroughly professional display to outclass Mumbai Indians by eight wickets in a critical Indian P

Union Minister Kurian reviews welfare schemes, trout farming potential in Kargil

Excelsior Correspondent KARGIL, May 2: Union Minister of State for Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying George Kurian today interacted with m

Rajasthan Royals' $1.63 billion buyout delayed on funding, legal hurdles

The proposed $1.63 billion buyout of IPL franchise Rajasthan Royals has been delayed due to funding challenges, regulatory concerns and complexit

Fighter jet production flies to Andhra Pradesh facility; Puttaparthi project likely to get Rs 1 lakh cr investments

Indias fifth-generation stealth fighter jets under the AMCA programme will be manufactured in Puttaparthi, Andhra Pradesh, with the state cabinet

Dr Ranjit honoured by Punjab Health Minister for pioneering knee surgeries

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, May 2: Renowned orthopaedic and joint replacement surgeon, Dr Ranjit Singh was honoured with the Healthcare Excell

Delegation of MSME Forum, GOC 15 Corps, others call on LG

Excelsior Correspondent SRINAGAR, May 2: A delegation of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSME) Development Forum led by its Founder Chairman

EPFO officers training prog concludes at GNLU

Excelsior Correspondent GANDHINAGAR, May 2: The 7th batch of the National Law University phase of the induction training programme for direct rec

BTSM holds national executive meeting, Vichar Goshti at Jammu

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, May 2: Bharat Tibet Sahyog Manch (BTSM) organized its national executive meeting and Vichar Goshti at the Galaxy C

Take achievements of Modi Govt to every household: Sat to party workers

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, May 2: Maintaining that under the leadership of Prime Minister, Narendra Modi, the BJP has transformed political c

12.38 lakh tonnes paddy purchased from 1.54 lakh ryots so far, 1,129 crore paid

According to Commissioner of Civil Supplies M. Stephen Ravindra, the department is operating at full capacity across the State to handle the infl

Great Nicobar project key for Indias economic growth and military footprint, its opposition will benefit China: Defence veterans

Defence veterans, including former IAF chief R K S Bhadauria, strongly back the Greater Nicobar project, deeming it vital for India's national se

Chouhan reviews wheat procurement in Vidisha; assures strict action against lapses

BHOPAL, May 2: Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan on Saturday reviewed wheat procurement in his Vidisha Lok Sabha constituency in M

CM Sukhu expresses grief over four deaths in Kullu accident

SHIMLA, May 2 : Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu on Saturday expressed grief over the loss of four lives in a tragic accide

Rajya Sabha MP Sandeep Pathak booked in Punjab, BJP accuses Kejriwal of political vendetta

03NEW DELHI, May 2: The Punjab Police has booked Rajya Sabha MP Sandeep Pathak, who recently quit the AAP to join the BJP with six of his colleag

Lyricist Prasoon Joshi takes charge as Prasar Bharati Chairman

NEW DELHI, May 2: The Ministry of Information and Broadcasting has appointed noted lyricist, writer and communications expert Prasoon Joshi as Ch

Awakening to Awareness

Lt Gen Narendra Kotwal (R), Dr Sumedha Kotwal narendrakotwal@gmail.com The deepest inquiry of human existence has never truly been about what we

Delhi should be tourist destination, not just transit point: CM Rekha Gupta

NEW DELHI, May 2: Delhi should be seen as a tourist destination rather than a transit hub, Chief Minister Rekha Gupta said on Saturday. While att

Allahabad HC dismisses plea for offering namaz on piece of village land in Sambhal

PRAYAGRAJ (UP), May 2: The Allahabad High Court has dismissed a petition seeking a direction to authorities to provide security and permission to

Bihar set for cabinet expansion as Samrat Choudhary heads to Delhi

PATNA, May 2: With the completion of the West Bengal elections, focus has now shifted to a possible cabinet expansion in Bihar, where the first B

Delhi court denies bail to Al Falah University group chairman in money laundering case

NEW DELHI, May 2 : A Delhi court on Saturday rejected the regular bail application filed by the Al Falah University group chairman Jawad Ahmed Si

South Gujarat Set for Economic Leap: JP Nadda

Surat, May 3: Union Health and Family Welfare Minister JP Nadda stated on Saturday that South Gujarats emergence as a manufacturing hub reflects

HC allows JSD to withdraw benefits of SRO 59

Excelsior Correspondent Srinagar, May 2: The High Court has allowed the plea of the Government seeking withdrawal of benefits of SRO 59 and grant

Jammu Cadet to Sword of Honour

Maj Gen Ranjan Mahajan (Retd) At 60, retired Brigadier Birender Singh, son of the soil, stands as a living testament to unbreakable discipline an

Terror associate arrested in Pulwama

Excelsior Correspondent Srinagar, May 2: Police today arrested a terrorist associate and recovered arms and explosives during a joint operation i

87 pc turnout in Bengal repoll

KOLKATA, May 2: Repolling in 15 booths of two assembly constituencies in West Bengals South 24 Parganas district concluded at 6 pm today, with ar

One more held in Patiala rail track blast

CHANDIGARH, May 2: Punjab Police on Saturday said it has arrested one more person in connection with the freight corridor railway track blast in

PM hails Buddha relics exposition in Leh

NEW DELHI, May 2: Prime Minister Narendra Modi today welcomed the inauguration of the Sacred exposition of the Holy Relics of the Tathagata in Le

Shaurya International School holds function

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, May 2: Shaurya International School organized a function today in its premises. Dr Arun Manhas, Director Industrie

Court denies pre-arrest bail to TCS employee

NASHIK, May 2: A court in Nashik on Saturday rejected the anticipatory bail application of Nida Khan, an accused in a case related to alleged sex

JKCA officials, players selected for BCCI Centre of Excellence camps

Excelsior Sports Correspondent JAMMU, May 2: Jammu and Kashmir Cricket Association (JKCA) has achieved another significant milestone with the sel

Railways roll out 100th Vande Bharat train

Indian Railways has rolled out its 100th Vande Bharat train from the Modern Coach Factory in Raebareli. This milestone marks significant progress

Sudesh Kumar, hero of Saranga and producer of Uljhan, passes away

Veteran actor and producer Sudesh Kumar, known for his roles in 'Saranga' and 'Chhoti Bahen', passed away at 95 in Mumbai. Kumar, who also produc

Court denies bail to woman accused in TCS Nashik case

The accused is now likely to appeal against the decision in the Bombay High Court. Four others arrested in the case have been remanded to police

Rahul Gandhi cites Gujarat BJP chiefs indecent remarks against Geniben Thakor

Mr. Gandhi says the controversy exposes the BJPs anti-women and Manuwadi mindset and questions the partys commitment to empowering women

India go down 0-3 to France in the Thomas Cup semifinals, settle for bronze

The absence of Lakshya Sen proved costly as HS Prannoy joined Ayush Shetty and Kidambi Srikanth in defeat, losing 19-21, 16-21 to world No. 17 To

Uttarakhand Government Takes Strong Action Against Land Fraud

Dehradun, May 3: The Uttarakhand government has initiated strict measures against land fraud cases. Vinay Shankar Pandey, the Commissioner of Gar

Maharashtra Chief Minister Fadnavis Paves the Way for Mumbais Transformation: Piyush Goyal

New Delhi, May 3: Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal stated on Saturday that Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis is paving the

Delhi court rejects bail plea of Al Falah University chairman in money laundering case

The ED opposed the bail, citing the gravity of allegations and the ongoing probe

Two FIRs against defector MP Sandeep Pathak? Punjab cops wont say

Two FIRs, reportedly under non-bailable charges, have been filed against Rajya Sabha MP Sandeep Pathak in Punjab, shortly after he switched from

Heavy Rainfall in Tripura Affects 33,000 Farmers; Estimated Loss of 59 Crore

Agartala, May 3: Continuous heavy rainfall over three days in Tripura has caused significant damage to agriculture and horticulture. More than 33

Election Commission releases final data: 4.88 crore people voted in Tamil Nadu

Tamil Nadu witnessed a record 85.1% voter turnout in the recent assembly elections, with 4.88 crore citizens casting their ballots. Women voters

Zoram Aniya and R. Balasubramaniam Appointed as Full-Time Members of NITI Aayog

New Delhi, May 3: Prime Minister Narendra Modi has approved the appointment of Dr. Zoram Aniya as a full-time member of NITI Aayog, according to

West Bengal elections: Ahead of counting, TMC & BJP spar over EVM security

Ahead of Bengal's vote counting, Trinamool and BJP traded accusations over EVM strongroom security. TMC alleged CCTV blackouts in North 24 Pargan

Tragic Accident in Dhanbad Coal Washery Claims Lives of Four Workers

Dhanbad, May 3: A devastating accident occurred at the Munidih coal washery in Dhanbad, Jharkhand, operated by Bharat Coking Coal Limited (BCCL).

Jewish Proverb of the Day: If life doesnt change for the better, wait. Life lessons on action, change, habits and why doing nothing can make things worse

This Jewish proverb teaches that if you do not change your actions, life will not improve and may become worse. It explains the importance of tak

South Korea and Iran Discuss Safe Passage in Hormuz Strait

Seoul, May 3: South Koreas Foreign Minister, Choi Hyun, spoke with his Iranian counterpart, Abbas Araghchi, on Saturday, urging for the resumptio

PM Modi Congratulates New Full-Time Members of NITI Aayog, Expects Contributions to Development

New Delhi, May 3: Prime Minister Narendra Modi has congratulated the newly appointed full-time members of NITI Aayog. In a post on the social med

PM Modis Visit Highlights Vedic Clock as Global Attraction

Varanasi, May 3: Prime Minister Narendra Modis recent visit to Kashi Vishwanath Dham in Varanasi has brought the Vikramaditya Vedic Clock into th

Quote of the Day by Abraham Lincoln: 'When you have got an elephant by the hind leg'Inspiring quotes by the 16th president of the United States who played a major role in the abolition of slavery

Abraham Lincoln's wisdom on knowing when to let go is highlighted through his quote about an elephant. The article explores his life, from humble

Education as the Key to Tribal Empowerment: Mohan Bhagwat

Mumbai, May 3: Mohan Bhagwat, the Chief of the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh, emphasized education as the most powerful tool for social and economi

TCS Case in Nashik: Police Custody of Accused Extended Until May 5

Mumbai, May 3: In the high-profile TCS case registered at the Mumbai Naka police station, the accused were presented in court on Saturday. Follow

U.S. Takes Firm Stance on Alleged Chinese Atrocities in Tibet with New Bill

Washington, May 3: U.S. Senators Rick Scott and Jeff Merkley have recently introduced the Tibet Atrocities Determination Act. This legislation ma

Plumber Held For Murder, Body Found Under Kitchen Platform

The accused Gavvala Mallesh, a native of Siddipet district, had allegedly murdered mason Kanchi Venkat Ramulu on December 15 last year.

Tamil Nadu Assembly Elections: Counting to Take Place at 62 Centers with Over 10,500 Staff Deployed

Chennai, May 3: The counting for the Tamil Nadu Assembly elections will take place on May 4 across the state. Votes from all 75,064 polling stati

Global Outcry Over Bangladesh Bar Association Election Nomination Rejections Linked to Awami League

Brussels, May 3: The Bangladesh Supreme Court Bar Association (SCBA) has rejected the nominations of 42 out of 90 lawyers for the upcoming electi

Bargi dam tragedy: MP tourism launched cruise despite high-wind forecast

Tragedy struck at Bargi Dam as a cruise, reportedly launched despite severe wind warnings, claimed 11 lives, including children. Officials reveal

Why did the UAE quit OPEC and OPEC+?

What explains the years of simmering competition between Riyadh and Abu Dhabi? How will the UAEs decision impact oil prices? How has its decision

NCW Takes Action on Horrific Minor Rape and Murder Case in Pune

New Delhi, May 3: The National Commission for Women (NCW) has taken suo motu cognizance of a horrific incident involving the rape and murder of a

Rishab Shetty Meets Amit Shah: A Memorable Encounter Highlighting Culture and Cinema

New Delhi, May 3: Rishab Shetty, the acclaimed actor-director known for the film Kantara, met with Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Saturday. She

Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce Kentucky Derby horse racing odds rumors

Rumors swirled that Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce held a stake in Kentucky Derby contender 'The Puma,' reportedly influencing betting lines. Howe

Bhagwat Calls for Equal Opportunities, Amenities for Tribal

Strapline: At a Mumbai event, Mohan Bhagwat calls for equal opportunities and integration of tribal communities into mainstream development.

Indian Foreign Minister S. Jaishankar Welcomed at Zurich Airport During Caribbean Tour

New Delhi, May 3: Indian Foreign Minister S. Jaishankar arrived at Zurich Airport during his Caribbean tour, where he received a warm welcome fro

All five Indian quartets fail to make it to final round in World Athletics Relays

They will still compete on the second day of the event on Sunday in an additional round for four slots for the 2027 World Athletics Championships

West Bengal polls: Election Commission scraps Falta election, orders repolling on May 21

Bengal's electoral landscape has shifted as the Election Commission cancelled polling in Falta constituency due to widespread EVM tampering. A re

Telangana Readies 23 Flights for Haj Pilgrims

A total of 23 flights have been arranged, the last scheduled for May 21

Nampallys openair furniture market draws bargain hunters

A century-old stretch in Hyderabad where furniture fills the streets, prices stay near wholesale, and bargaining shapes every purchase.

Protests Erupt Outside U.S. Embassy in Seoul Over Alleged Interference in South Korean Affairs

Seoul, May 3: A progressive civic group staged a protest outside the U.S. Embassy in Seoul on Saturday, accusing the United States of interfering

Kishan Reddy Credits Modi for Globalising Yoga

He took part in the 50day countdown for the 12th IDY at Kanha Shanti Vanam in Ranga Reddy district, an event organised by the Morarji Desai Natio

Gig workersstruggle to stay afloat amid soaring temperatures

Over 1 Lakh-salaried Govt Staffer Turns Chain Snatcher Held in Kadiri

Kadiri DSP J. Shivanarayana Swamy told the media that Ramesh Naik, 42, of Maruthinagar in Kadiri, resorted to snatching chains from women at dese

MCD seals 19 eateries in Delhi foroperatingwithoutlicence

Quote of the Day by Hector Hugh Munro (Saki): We all know that Prime Ministers are wedded to the truth, but like other wedded couples they sometimes live apart powerful political satire on truth, leadership, public accountability, and why critical thinking matters by British writer and master satirist Saki

Quote of the Day by Hector Hugh Munro (Saki): We all know that Prime Ministers are wedded to the truth, but like other wedded couples they someti

6K Perform Bhujangasana, Set Asia Record

Minister of state for Ayush and health Prataprao Jadhav said yoga has become a global movement for holistic wellbeing and strengthens Indias posi

Gujarat Authorities Destroy 1,018 Kilograms of Suspicious Cheese in Statewide Inspection

Gandhinagar, May 3: In a significant move, Gujarat officials have destroyed approximately 1,018 kilograms of suspicious cheese valued at around 1

Quote of the day by Ajit Jain: Just because you don't find another Ajit inspiring lessons on leadership, teamwork and why strong companies grow beyond one person at Berkshire Hathaway

Ajit Jain quote shows that strong companies do not depend on one person. Berkshire Hathaway can still grow even without him. His journey from a s

Ayurvedic College Staff Suspended Over Sexual Harassment Case

Medical officer Dr D. Mouli Naik and lab technician K.V. Subramanyam were suspended