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CEC directs West Bengal officials to ensure zero post-poll violence

This directive came amid concerns over law and order in parts of the State, with the Election Commission closely monitoring the situation

On Op Sindoor anniversary, Joint Commanders Conference begins today; Rajnath to attend

Security challenges before country to come up for review Major focus on indigenization and Aatmanirbharta Sanjeev Pargal JAMMU, May 6: On first a

India, Vietnam elevate ties to enhanced comprehensive strategic partnership; call for freedom of navigation in South China Sea

NEW DELHI, May 6 : India and Vietnam on Wednesday elevated their ties to an enhanced comprehensive strategic partnership and set a USD 25 billion

Bangladesh hopes no pushback after BJPs win in elections

DHAKA, May 6: Bangladesh Home Minister Salahuddin Ahmed on Wednesday expressed hope that people will not be pushed in his country after the BJPs

Those neglected now getting highest priority in new era of J&Ks progress: LG

Border villages backbone of India Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, May 6: Our border villages are the inheritors of a rich tradition of courage and

China warns Japan over missile use, flags remilitarisation concerns

BEIJING, May 6 : China on Wednesday sharply criticised Japans for firing Type 88 missiles during a joint maritime exercise exercises, warning tha

Shanghai Archery WC: Compound teams flop, return empty-handed

SHANGHAI, May 6: Indian compound mens and womens teams, considered strong medal contenders, endured a disappointing outing in Stage 2 of the Arch

Defection claims in NC baseless, no MLA is leaving: Omar

Will provide 25, 000 govt jobs this year Fayaz Bukhari SRINAGAR, May 6: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today put the defection claims in ruling Nat

Indias disappointing campaign at World TT ends

LONDON, May 6: Indias underwhelming campaign at the World Table Tennis Team Championships ended with womens 1-3 loss to USA in the round of 32 he

Akanksha exits, other Indian seeded players progress

TUMAKURU, May 6: The exit of eighth seed Akanksha Dileep Nitture in the womens singles was the lone jarring note in an otherwise impressive secon

Ban on bilateral sports with Pak to continue, multi-national events exempted: Ministry

NEW DELHI, May 6: The Sports Ministry on Wednesday said the blanket ban on bilateral sporting ties with Pakistan that was imposed last year will

Bihar Prepares for Cabinet Expansion Ceremony at Gandhi Maidan

Patna, May 7: Bihar is set to witness a significant cabinet expansion on Thursday. Prime Minister Narendra Modi, BJP National President Nitin Nab

Nora Fatehi Challenges Stereotypes of Good Girls in Society

Mumbai, May 7: Actress and dancer Nora Fatehi continues to make headlines with her stunning dance moves. On Wednesday, she shared her thoughts on

CBI Files Charges Against Builders and Officials in Home Buying Fraud Case

New Delhi, May 7: The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has filed charges in a significant home buying fraud case involving large-scale decep

BJP Leaders Aide Shot Dead in West Bengal

Kolkata, May 7: A shocking incident has emerged from the Madhyagram area of North 24 Parganas district in West Bengal, where Chandranath Rath, th

Sorkari baksa deficit skul aro college-rango kam kagiparangni toma chusokja

CPF scheme-ni bidingo dilsretna jotton kaa ine skigiparang matnanga SHILLONG: Meghalaya Non-Government Schools and Colleges Employees Centralised

Conquering Zojila Barrier

For most of the world, distance has become an abstraction. Motorways, high-speed rail, and modern logistics have compressed geography into irrele

Secretary, PWD Ladakh Reviews Progress of Leh and Kargil Bhawans in New Delhi

Excelsior correspondent NEW DELHI, May 06 : Baseer Ul Haq Choudhary, Secretary, Public Works Department (PWD), Union Territory of Ladakh, conduct

Rising Temperatures in Jammu: Ignored Climate Warning?

Sonia Kashyap soniakashyap928@gmail.com The mercury is rising and so is the alarm. Jammu, the winter capital of Jammu & Kashmir, is sweltering un

Shillong airport-ko dalbate tarina mamong sorkari contract-ko onaha: CM

Ja 15-ni gisepon kamrangko matchotnaba gnang SHILLONG: Meghalaya adoko tourism aro rea doani cholrangko tangdoatna gita Shillong airport-ni runwa

Around 10,000 devotees pay homage on 5th day of sacred exposition of holy relics of Tathagata

Excelsior Correspondent LEH, May 6 : Around 10,000 devotees visited Jivetsal on Thursday as the fifth day of the Buddha relics veneration brought

Japan Minister meets Dr Jitendra, discusses collaboration in health, medical devices

Excelsior Correspondent NEW DELHI, May 6: Japan Minister for Science & Technology Policy and Minister of State for Space Policy, ONODA Kimi, acco

WB-o amako manahaoba Mlaya TMC bilgrikuja: Pyngrope

SHILLONG: Bilsi 15-na sorkariko chalaiani jaman ia bilsini West Bengal Assembly election-o Trinamool Congress (TMC) amako manahaoba ia party, Meg

Sakeena reviews recruitment process of various departments, SKIMS

Excelsior Correspondent SRINAGAR, May 6: Minister for Health and Medical Education, Social Welfare and Education, Sakeena Itoo today chaired a hi

U.S. fires on Iranian oil tanker as Trump pressures Tehran for deal to end war

A fighter jet shot out the rudder of the tanker in the Gulf of Oman as it tried to breach the American blockade of Irans ports, U.S. Central Comm

Empowerment of Meghalaya Tourism Champions program-ko Umiam-o ongata

Tourism-ko chusokgipa ongatna pilakkon bakrime kam kachina CM didia SHILLONG: Empowerment of Tourism Champions of Meghalaya program-ko Budbar sal

Gaurav meets Tarun Chugh, discusses key political issues

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, May 6: J&K BJP spokesperson and convenor, International Affairs, Gaurav Gupta today called on National general sec

Cabinet expansion delay exposes rift: Purnima

NC on ventilator Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, May 6,: BJP spokesperson J&K and former Deputy Mayor, Purnima Sharma launched a scathing attack o

NDA Government in Assam Set to Take Oath on May 12 for Third Consecutive Term

Guwahati, May 7: The National Democratic Alliance (NDA), led by the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), is poised to take oath on May 12 in Assam. This

Sethi reviews development initiatives in Ambphalla, Bajalta Mandals

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, May 6: Senior BJP leader and MLA Jammu East, Yudhvir Sethi, on Wednesday chaired separate organizational meetings

Parmish Verma Praises Sonal Chauhan: Her Presence Eases Tension and Overthinking

Mumbai, May 7: Popular Punjabi actor and singer Parmish Verma is currently in the spotlight for his upcoming film Shera. In this project, he star

India and Vietnam Strengthen Economic Ties in Key Meeting

New Delhi, May 7: A significant meeting took place on Wednesday in the national capital, aimed at enhancing economic and strategic cooperation be

INDIA bloc cracks as Congress snaps 11-year-old DMK ties

'Lutnick misled Americans': Democrats drop BOMBSHELL on Commerce Secretary's Epstein testimony

India Exits Early from ITTF World Table Tennis Championship Round of 32

London, May 7: Indias journey in the ITTF World Team Table Tennis Championship 2026 ended disappointingly. Both the mens and womens teams faced d

FIR Demanded Against Actor Vijay in Madras High Court Over Tax Irregularities

Chennai, May 7: A writ petition has been filed in the Madras High Court demanding the registration of an FIR against actor Vijay, who is also the

Vietnam President Honored at Rashtrapati Bhavan, Strengthening India-Vietnam Relations

New Delhi, May 7: A banquet was hosted by President Droupadi Murmu at Rashtrapati Bhavan in honor of Vietnams President, To Lam. Vice President C

Naga Chaitanya Celebrates 15 Years of 100 Percent Love with Fond Memories

Mumbai, May 7: South Indian cinemas beloved actor Naga Chaitanya recently marked the 15th anniversary of his Telugu romantic comedy film, 100 Per

India Forgives Nothing: Air Force Posts Video On 1 Year Of Op Sindoor

Operation Sindoor Anniversary: At 1.05 am on Thursday, the IAF in a post on X shared a video with incredibly sharp footage of some moments from O

Bengal bloodshed: Suvendus PA killed in car near Kolkata

BEML Recruitment 2026: Apply for 27 Positions Including Senior Manager by May 14

Bengaluru, May 7: Bharat Earth Movers Limited (BEML) has officially announced recruitment for 27 positions, including Senior Manager. Eligible ca

Madhya Pradesh CM Mohan Yadav Pledges Support for Farmers Amid Wheat Procurement

Bhopal, May 7: The Chief Minister of Madhya Pradesh, Mohan Yadav, has assured that the government will purchase every grain from farmers and will

SRH Sets Massive Target of 236 Runs Against PBKS in IPL 2026

Hyderabad, May 7: In the 49th match of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026, Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) has set a daunting target of 236 runs for

West Bengal: Security pared back in Mamata Banerjees Kalighat

Ishan Khatter to Star in Comedy Film Jugaadu

Mumbai, May 7: Actor Ishan Khatter is set to appear in his first comedy-drama film Jugaadu following the global success of his previous film Home

EC foiled 68L cyber hits on counting day

One Year of Operation Sindoor: India Dismantles Nine Terrorist Camps in a Strategic Move

New Delhi, May 7: One year ago, India launched Operation Sindoor to eliminate terrorist bases in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir. This mil

Tejashwi Yadav Criticizes Bihars Leadership Changes Ahead of Cabinet Expansion

Patna, May 6: Bihar Chief Minister Samrat Chaudhary is set to expand his cabinet on Thursday. In a pointed remark, Tejashwi Yadav, the National E

Samba police arrests drug peddler, seizes 3.16 grams of heroin

Excelsior Correspondent SAMBA, May 6: Intensifying its drive against drug smugglers/peddlers in the ongoing Nasha Mukt Abhiyan, Samba police has

Suvendu Adhikari calls killing of aide Chandranath Rath 'pre-planned murder'; appeals not to take law into own hands

NIA chargesheets Hyderabad doctor, two others in ISIS-linked bioterror conspiracy

'Minnesota fraudsters got rich': JD Vance TORCHES fraud scheme targeting welfare funds

Bulldozer Action Against Criminals Planned in West Bengal, Says BJP Leader Nishith Pramanik

Kolkata, May 7: BJP leader Nishith Pramanik and MP Khagen Murmu have responded to issues of infiltration and the leadership of the TMC. They also

The Untold Story of Prem Dhawan: How Manoj Kumar Changed His Destiny

Mumbai, May 7: Renowned lyricist Prem Dhawans songs continue to inspire passion among audiences. He passed away on May 7, 2001, but tracks like A

Bihar Cabinet Approves 20 Key Proposals Ahead of Expansion

Patna, May 7: Under the leadership of Chief Minister Samrat Chaudhary, a meeting of the Bihar Cabinet took place at the main secretariat on Wedne

Navjot Kaur Sidhu Criticizes Punjab Government Over Recent Bombings

Amritsar, May 7: Navjot Kaur Sidhu, founder of the Bharatiya Rashtravadi Party (BRP), has sharply criticized the Punjab government following the

New Delhi to Host 22nd Commonwealth Table Tennis Championship in 2026

New Delhi, May 7: Chief Minister Rekha Gupta announced the official hosting of the 22nd Commonwealth Table Tennis Championship 2026 (CTTC 2026) f

Rubio to visit India for bilateral talks; Quad Foreign Ministers meeting May-end

Rubio will hold talks with Jaishankar and Ajit Doval, and call on Prime Minister Modi, in discussions that are expected to set the course for Ind

India's disappointing campaign at World TT ends with women's round of 32 loss to U.S.

Manika Batra was the only one who made an impact in the rubber, winning her singles against Reyes Jessica 11-2, 11-8, 8-11, 11-4

Tamil Nadu results: AIADMK shuts door on TVK over prolonged silence

Emotional Moment for Actor Kunal Thakur as Father Watches Him Perform for the First Time

Mumbai, May 7: Every artist dreams of shining in the world of acting and receiving applause. However, some moments surpass all measures of succes

India Gains Air Superiority in Operation Sindoor, Debunks Pakistans Claims: Warfare Expert

Washington, May 7: Indias Operation Sindoor commenced following the tragic terrorist attack on April 22, 2025, in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir, wh

Understanding inequality in Indias growth story

Low inequality conceals more than it reveals

Chennaiyin FC Falls to Punjab FC in Last-Minute Own Goal

Chennai, May 7: In a thrilling encounter in the Indian Super League (ISL) 2026, Punjab FC secured a narrow 1-0 victory against Chennaiyin FC on W

FamilyRun Gang Trapped Wealthy Women

Police said Meena Kumari and her associate Taraka Prashanth played key roles

Weather Forecast and Prayer Timings for Thursday May 7, 2026

Maximum and minimum temperatures are likely to be around 38C and 27C respectively.

DMK Leader TR Balu Criticizes Congress for Opportunism in Tamil Nadu Politics

Chennai, May 7: In a significant political development in Tamil Nadu, the Congress party announced its formal support for actor-politician Vijays

Maharashtra Revamps Land Records for Urban Areas with New Property Card System

Mumbai, May 7: Maharashtras Revenue Minister, Chandrashekhar Bawankule, announced on Wednesday that land records in villages incorporated into mu

Fixing structural deficits in Indias health system

There needs to be greater alignment between medical education and public service

Cops Claim Fatal Fall Of Woman From First Floor Of Krosuru Police Station

According to the Krosuru police, constable Venkateswara Reddy and the deceased P. Renuka, 39, had a live-in relationship

Tamil Nadu verdict: Let Vijay form government, will watch, wont disturb for 6 months, says MK Stalin

A hundred years ago | Plagues heavy toll in the Punjab

HC Hears PIL on WW-II Memorial Relocation Near Parade Ground

The petition, filed as a PIL, was at the scrutiny stage following registry objections. The court observed that the petitioner should first approa

Bihars Solar Loan Fair Promises Free Electricity and Lower Bills

Patna, May 7: A solar loan fair was held on Wednesday at the Electric Division office in Bihar Sharif, Nalanda district, to connect and inform re

BJPs Rise in West Bengal: Arjun Singh and Hiran Chatterjee Call for Action

North 24 Parganas, May 7: Arjun Singh, a BJP leader and MLA from Naupada, responded to reports of post-election violence in Bhatarpara, demanding

SRH Claims Top Spot in IPL 2026 After Defeating PBKS by 33 Runs

Hyderabad, May 7: Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) has ascended to the top of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 points table. The team secured a 33-r

Quote of the Day by David Attenborough: 'Cherish the natural world, because'Inspiring quotes by the world-renowned naturalist and broadcaster who's turning 100 soon

Quote of the Day: David Attenborough's enduring message emphasizes our intrinsic connection to the natural world, urging us to cherish it because

Back in the saddle: On the Congress-led UDFs win in the Kerala Assembly polls

Congress leaders in Kerala should rise above personal ambitions

Tamil Nadu results: TVK+ 5 short, Vijays oath-taking delayed as he struggles to show government majority

516 Cases Booked In Anti-Encroachment Drive

The drive was conducted in the Malkajgiri and Trimulgherry traffic divisions to ensure smooth pedestrian movement and prevent traffic congestion

PayPal layoffs alert: Why the company plans to cut 20% of jobs under new CEO Enrique Lores as analysts warn of growth challenges - here's what investors need to know

PayPal layoffs strategy under new CEO explained: Paypal is set for a major internal change. The company plans to reduce its workforce by approxim

Gukesh sends out a massive message by beating Sindarov

Gukesh was in full swing as he matched Sindarov move for move in a rapid encounter that was the first of the clash before the Uzbek meets the Ind

A new roadmap for independent cinema

For Indian filmmakers, especially those outside the mainstream industry, the Oscars are no longer a distant, opaque institution mediated by natio

Human Rights Organization Raises Alarm Over Rising Kill and Dump Incidents in Balochistan

Quetta, May 7: A prominent human rights organization has expressed deep concern over the increasing atrocities against Baloch citizens by Pakista

Punjab Bombings Indicate External Conspiracy, Says Defense Expert Anil Gaur

Jammu, May 7: Retired Captain Anil Gaur, a defense expert, has shared his insights regarding the recent twin bombings in Punjab and the ensuing p

Major Action Against Terror Financing in Jammu and Kashmir: Property of LeT Operative Attached

Srinagar, May 7: In a significant crackdown on the narco-terror network, the State Investigation Agency (SIA) of Jammu and Kashmir has attached t

Telangana Job Mela 2026: Massive Employment Drive Announced For Hyderabad And Rangareddy

The Rangareddy job mela will be held on May 11 from 9 am at the Saroornagar Indoor Stadium, near LB Nagar.

Iran Reviews 1-page US Memo to End War

A Pakistani source and another source briefed on the mediation confirmed information initially reported by the US media outlet Axios about a prop

Delhi tops metros in crimes by juveniles: NCRB data

The national capital reported the highest number of such crimes, far ahead of other metropolitan cities such as Chennai (466), Bengaluru (386), H

Congress leader Varsha Gaikwad writes to Maharashtra Governor, seeks immediate enactment of Shakti Bill

The request comes amid massive protests over the alleged rape and murder of a four-year-old girl at Nasrapur village in Pune district