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India imported 4.3% less crude oil in April this year, yet the bill still doubled as prices soar

LNG imports declined about 30% on a year-over-year basis with the import bill for the same dipping one-fourth

Andhra Pradesh appoints 25 artistes to Nataka Academy; members meet Minister Durgesh

Tourism and Culture Minister Kandula Durgesh felicitates the members and asks them to widen theatres reach and build cultural awareness among the

Despite differences on Russia, India-Nordic countries ties can grow, says Iceland PM

In this interview with The Hindus Suhasini Haidar, Iceland Prime Minister Kristrun Frostadottir discusses the evolving relationship between India

Major fire at hosiery shop in Hyderabads Pathergatti

The fire broke out at a complex metres away from Gulzar Houz where a fire on May 18, 2025 killed over a dozen people

BJP opens two-day Deendayal Upadhyaya training programme for State leaders

The party plans welfare outreach programmes from June 5 to 21; a State leader praises Modis global standing and faults the YSRCP on fuel taxes

Shane Watson lauds Manish Pandeys key performance in KKRs IPL playoff push

Batting for the first time in the season, Manish Pandey made 45 on a tricky pitch as KKR chased down 148 at the Eden Gardens on May 20

Marie Wilson in T.Ns new Finance Minister, Sengottaiyan gets Revenue; portfolios allocated for new Ministers of Vijay-led Cabinet

Mr. Vijay retained his existing departments and was additionally allotted Special Initiatives, Poverty Alleviation and Rural Indebtedness

Twisha Sharma death case: Absconding husband applies for bail in Jabalpur High Court

A magistrate court had earlier rejected his anticipatory bail application while granting it to his mother, Giribala Singh, a retired District Ses

Supreme Court bats for victim-centric approach, refuses to entertain plea for consolidation of FIRs

The CJI referred to recent amendments in criminal law and said now the rights of victims have been acknowledged

Scapia raises $63M led by General Catalyst

Scapia will use funding round towards strengthening its brand and investment in AI led initiatives.

27 Maoists surrender before police in Ranchi

The surrender, part of the ongoing Operation Navjeevan, marks a significant step in the Jharkhand governments efforts to combat Maoist violence

Tamil Nadu Govt Revokes Preventive Detention Order Against YouTuber Savukku Shankar

According to a government order issued by the home, prohibition and excise department, the advisory board constituted under the Act found no suff

Kerala Assembly Session Begins Amidst Political Transformation

Thiruvananthapuram, May 21: The oath-taking ceremony for the newly elected members of the 16th Kerala Assembly commenced on Thursday morning. Thi

Criticism of politicians decisions cannot be curbed: Delhi HC on Raghav Chadhas plea for protection of personality rights

The plea also states that it seeks the removal of deepfake, AI-generated, and morphed content allegedly circulating online using his identity wit

Mahak Chauhan: Girl from a Uttarakhand village shines in Rugby 7 tournament in Tashkent

Mahak Chauhan, a young athlete from Uttarkashi, shone at the CASA Rugby 7s Championship in Uzbekistan. She scored nine tries, earning the women's

Hyderabad airport posts Ebola advisory for passengers arriving from three countries

Kantha stitch artist Tripti Mukherjee to receive Padma Shri on May 25

Tripti Mukherjee, a renowned Kantha stitch artist, will be honored with the Padma Shri. She is recognized for her dedication to preserving West B

No, This Video Doesnt Show BJP Workers Causing Havoc in West Bengal

The video was found to date back to March 2026 and originates from Rajasthan's Jodhpur.

Supreme Court Addresses Petition for Mandatory Video Conferencing in Delhi Courts

New Delhi, May 21: The Supreme Court has received a petition requesting that all cases in Delhis courts be heard exclusively through video confer

Delhi Police Busts Interstate Drug Trafficking Gang, Three Arrested

New Delhi, May 21: In a significant achievement under its zero tolerance policy towards drugs, the Delhi Police has dismantled an interstate drug

Dowry Deaths Continue Across India Despite Strict Laws, NCRB Data Shows

According to the latest Crime in India 2024 report released by the National Crime Records Bureau (NCRB), India recorded 5,737 dowry deaths in 202

Varun Chakravarthys Grit Shines in KKRs Victory Over MI, Praised by Shane Watson

Mumbai, May 21: Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) assistant coach Shane Watson praised Varun Chakravarthys dedication following a crucial victory again

How Online Trading Platforms Are Transforming Investing

Over the last 10 years, there has been an incredible change in the way people invest money, and the online trading platform is driving this trans

DIG Visits Forward Areas Along LoC In J&Ks Poonch, Reviews Border Security Preparedness

JAMMU, May 21: Deputy Inspector General of Police, Rajouri-Poonch range, Sandeep Wazir on Thursday visited the forward areas along Line of Contro

RRP Defence secures BEL order for high-precision lenses

RRP Defence has secured a contract valued at around Rs 29.8 crore from Bharat Electronics Limited. The focus of this order is on the supply of hi

Do Hair Serums Really Work?

Walk into any pharmacy or scroll through any beauty website, and youll find dozens of hair serums promising everything from frizz control to dram

PM Modi Presents Unique Gifts Reflecting Indian Culture to Norways Leaders

New Delhi, May 21: Prime Minister Narendra Modi returned to India on Thursday after a five-nation tour. During this visit, he showcased Indias fr

India Maintains Adequate Fuel Supply Amid Rising Demand

New Delhi, May 21: India has sufficient reserves of petrol and diesel, and the supply of liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) remains normal, according

Rajiv Rai Criticizes Cabinet Meeting as a Distraction from Real Issues

New Delhi, May 21: Samajwadi Party MP Rajiv Rai has launched a verbal attack on Prime Minister Narendra Modi regarding his return from a foreign

MacKenzie Scott donated billions, more than Jeff Bezos lifetime giving, but still missed top donor rankings. Here's why

Billionaire philanthropist MacKenzie Scott's massive 2025 donations, exceeding $7 billion, surprisingly excluded her from a top donor list. Her d

Vrutika Patel AI: This Insta woman looks real, posts daily, has a lakh followers and earns 1 lakh a month, but she is not real

Vrutika Patel AI: An AI-generated influencer named Vrutika Patel, with over a lakh followers and 300 paid subscribers, is sparking debate about v

Social worker Janardan Bapurao Bothe to receive Padma Shri

Janardan Bapurao Bothe, a dedicated social worker and educationist, will receive the prestigious Padma Shri award. President Droupadi Murmu will

Anthropic Strikes $1.25B Monthly SpaceX Computing Deal as First Quarterly Profit Nears

That will propel its second-quarter operating profit to an expected $559 million, said the person, on condition of anonymity.

Pooja Bhatt Remembers Her Mother Kiran Bhatt with a Heartfelt Post

Mumbai, May 21: Actress Pooja Bhatt, a prominent figure in Hindi cinema, took to social media to honor her late mother, Kiran Bhatt, by sharing a

SC Bats for Victim-centric Approach, Refuses to Entertain Plea for Consolidation of FIRs

Several criminal cases are pending against the accused in Odisha, Chhattisgarh, Jharkhand, Gujarat, Maharashtra, Goa and Andhra Pradesh

Government issues Ebola advisory for passengers arriving from high-risk African nations

Union Health Ministry officials clarified that no case of Ebola has been detected in India so far; it advised passengers to watch out for symptom

Newly elected MLAs sworn in as 16th Kerala Assembly convenes

Pro Tem Speaker G. Sudhakaran administers oath to MLAs-designate over a three-and-a-half-hour-long ceremony

J&K High Court Constitutes Committee For Live Streaming Of Court Proceedings

JAMMU, May 21: The High Court of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh has constituted a committee for operationalisation and implementation of the Live Str

6 important things: What to do after spotting a snake near home

Spotting a snake near your house can be frightening, but reacting calmly is extremely important. From keeping children away to calling trained re

Jharkhand family buries wrong body after mistaken identity; missing man returns alive

Police have now begun the process of exhuming the body to conduct a DNA test to identify the deceased correctly

Turn fog into water: How these women are using an incredible technique to survive in harsh, dry mountains

In Moroccos drought-hit Anti-Atlas Mountains, women are changing lives by turning fog into clean drinking water. Using giant mesh nets installed

Transporters announce 4% hike in freight rates to pass on extra burden

To offset the diesel price hike, the transporters have introduced a new calculation method called Fuel Adjustment Factor (FAF), which will regula

Oppo launches Find X9 Ultra, Find X9s in India: Check features, price, camera, battery details

Oppo has launched the Find X9 Ultra and Find X9s in India, expanding its premium smartphone lineup. The Find X9s offers flagship specs at a more

Grade 1 Fatty Liver Ultrasound: What Your Routine Scan Report Actually Means

An ultrasound of your liver could determine your liver's current state. Here is what 'Grade 1 Fatty Liver Ultrasound' means, and Dr Sanjay Goja e

How Bike Riders Can Protect Themselves During Heatwaves In India

Heat stress also places extra strain on the body's cardiovascular system. Bike riders are particularly vulnerable during North India's severe hea

National Anti-Doping Act Set To Be Amended, Ministry Proposes Five-Year Jail For Suppliers

NEW DELHI, May 21: Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya on Thursday said the National Anti Doping Act will be amended to criminalise trafficking and

Pak Army Chief Likely to Visit Tehran Amid Iran-US Talks

According to the Iranian Foreign Ministry, Pakistan has continued to mediate exchanges of messages between Tehran and Washington

PM Modis Foreign Tour Praised; Rahul Gandhis Remarks Condemned by BJP Spokesperson

Ranchi, May 21: BJP spokesperson Pratul Shah Dev has hailed Prime Minister Narendra Modis recent foreign tour as a significant success, commendin

Major Surrender of 27 Maoists in Jharkhand Marks Historic Success for Security Forces

Ranchi, May 21: In a significant achievement for the anti-Naxal campaign in Jharkhand, security forces witnessed their largest success to date. A

SC refuses to lift stay on counting of Delhi Bar Council polls, asks HC to hear pleas on May 25

NEW DELHI, May 21: The Supreme Court on Thursday refused to modify its earlier order staying the counting of votes for the Bar Council of Delhi (

Telangana sizzles as 17 districts cross 46; highest of 46.5 in Nirmal

Congress workers protest over NEET irregularities in Jaipur; police use water cannons to stop march

The Congress claimed that the future of nearly 22 lakh students had been affected due to the alleged leak

Houseboat Partially Sinks In Jhelum, SDRF Launches Rescue

Srinagar, May 21: A houseboat partially sank after water entered the structure along the River Jhelum on Bund area in Srinagar on Thursday, promp

Boman Irani Expresses Surprise Over Padma Awards for Dharmendra and Satish Shah

Mumbai, May 21: Actor Boman Irani expressed joy at the recognition of legendary stars Dharmendra and Satish Shah with the Padma Awards. He also v

190 Million And Counting: Meloni's Melody Moment With PM Modi Is Mega Viral

PM Narendra Modi and Girrogia Meloni's playful Melody toffee video becomes the most-watched video on her Instagram feed.

Nagaland Lottery Sambad Result Out Today (21-05-2026); check 1 crore prize winning number and full list here

Nagaland Lottery Sambad Result today (21-05-2026): Nagaland State Lottery Sambad Dear Star Thursday Weekly draw results for 21 May 2026 have been

Man charged with stealing from Bondi shooting victim

Australian police said Thursday they had charged a man with allegedly stealing from a victim during last year's deadly mass...

Kerala CM Satheesan Again Uses Menon Surname During Swearing-In

The controversy erupted after some social media users compared Satheesan's latest oath as chief minister with the oath he took as a legislator in

Why are all the girlies making cyberdecks?

Sounding like a complicated almost alien term? Lets understand what cyberdecks are!

Shocking Murder-Suicide in Sitapur: Man Kills Wife and Hangs Himself

Sitapur, May 21: A shocking incident of murder followed by suicide has sent shockwaves through Sitapur district in Uttar Pradesh. Reports indicat

PM Modi Presents Unique Gifts to UAE Leaders During Visit

New Delhi, May 21: Prime Minister Narendra Modi returned to India on Thursday after a five-nation tour. During this trip, he brought special and

After State-run schools, Vande Mataram now compulsory in all Bengal madrasas

If singing Vande Mataram is compulsory in those schools, why should the same not be mandatory in recognised madrasas, Minister Khudiram Tudu aske

Tamil Anthem Position Sparks Fresh Outrage At TVK Government's Oath Event

The Tamil anthem was again played last as 23 MLAs took oath as ministers in the Vijay-led coalition government on Thursday.

Two killed after drone attack on Syzran, says Russia's Samara region Governor

Ukraine also reported two dead as the two sides exchanged attacks overnight

PM Modi Gifts Unique Silk Stoles to Italian Prime Minister Meloni

New Delhi, May 21: Prime Minister Narendra Modi has returned to India after a five-nation tour, including the United Arab Emirates, Italy, the Ne

How Chennais skateboarding community comes together one ollie at a time

Grab your things. We are going skateboarding in Thiruvanmiyur on Sunday to participate in the GOTY (Greatest Trick Of The Year) Jam

Cyprus pitches itself as base for Indian firms expanding in Europe, announces Mumbai trade hub

On September 1, 2026, Cyprus will establish a trade office in Mumbai, aiming to open new pathways for Indian entrepreneurs into European markets.

Tamil Nadu Cabinet Expansion: 23 New Ministers Sworn In, Congress Rejoins Government

Chennai, May 21: Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijays administration in Tamil Nadu has executed its first significant cabinet expansion, incorporating

PM Narendra Modi shares highlights from Italy visit with Giorgia Meloni as he concludes tour

Vanessa Trump reveals breast cancer diagnosis in latest health update amid emotional period with Tiger Woods

Vanessa Trump, former daughter-in-law of Donald Trump, has revealed her breast cancer diagnosis in an emotional Instagram post. She is working cl

Goldman Sach CEO Slides Into Musk's DMs During Bid To Lead SpaceX IPO

Banks have been battling for months to take the top spot on the initial public offering for SpaceX, which is targeting a valuation of more than $

Planning to Buy Your Dream Home: Check These Luxury Projects on Noida Expressway

Over the last few years, the Noida Expressway has evolved far beyond a high-connectivity corridor into one of NCR’s most aspirational luxur

Indian War Memorial Unveiled in South Korea to Honor Indian Soldiers

New Delhi, May 21: The Indian War Memorial has been inaugurated in South Korea. This monument commemorates the bravery, sacrifice, and humanitari

Modi Gifts Swedish PM Unique Indian Artifacts Reflecting Culture and Heritage

New Delhi, May 21: Prime Minister Narendra Modi has returned to India after completing a five-nation tour, which included a visit to Sweden, rank

Uniforms Made Mandatory In Universities, Colleges Across Uttar Pradesh

Uttar Pradesh Governor Anandiben Patel directs all universities and colleges in the state to implement uniforms and start vocational courses.

From Chola bronzes to vintage Cadillacs: Six Chennai museums worth revisiting

From a colonial fortress to a highway of vintage Cadillacs, the citys museums hold stories that no textbook has ever told quite right. With World

Golden Horde: Unknown facet of Eurasian history

Kazakhstan recently held an influential international conference dedicated to the Golden Horde, where President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev called for

Muga silk stole for Meloni, mangoes for UAE President & more: What PM Modi gifted leaders during 5-nation tour

Prime Minister Modi's recent five-nation tour saw him present world leaders with culturally rich Indian gifts. From Assam's golden Muga silk to M

Lifelong Fan Prince William Celebrates Aston Villa Europa Glory

Amazing night!! Huge congratulations to all the players, team, staff and everyone connected to the club! Prince William posted on X

India Issues Ebola Advisory For Passengers Arriving From High-Risk African Nations

NEW DELHI, May 21: India has issued a health advisory for passengers arriving from or transiting through Ebola-affected countries, asking those w

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Twisha Sharma's Body Needs -80 Degrees Facility. It Doesn't Exist In Bhopal

The court noted that Twisha's body is currently kept in the mortuary at AIIMS Bhopal at -4 degrees Celsius - way higher than it is needed to pres

West Bengal Chief Minister to Lead High-Level Administrative Meeting in Durgapur

Durgapur, May 21: West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari has arrived in the industrial city of Durgapur for the first time since taking offi

IPL 2026: Hardik Pandya fined 10% of match fee, handed one demerit point for knocking bails off

Pandya has breached Level 1 of the IPL Code as he knocked the bails of the wicket with force while walking back to his run-up in the MI vs. KKR m

Drivers in Delhi-NCR Announce Three-Day Strike Over Rising Fuel Prices

New Delhi, May 21: Drivers of auto-rickshaws, taxis, transport vehicles, and app-based cabs in the Delhi-NCR region have declared a three-day str

SC refuses to lift stay on counting of Delhi Bar Council polls

The Supreme Court has refused to alter its previous order. This order had put a halt to the counting of votes for the Bar Council of Delhi electi

Sergio Gor Hints At Big Things In India-US Nuclear Collaboration

The US delegation noted that the recent enactment of the SHANTI Act, 2025, has opened up numerous opportunities for the commercial nuclear indust

5 Seats, 2 Ministers: Congress' Canny Tamil Nadu Play Snaps 59-Year Drought

The Congress ends its 59-year absence from the Tamil Nadu cabinet after two leaders join Chief Minister Joseph Vijays government. But what led to

Michael Jackson: The Verdict trailer: Netflix docu-series dissects the pop icons controversial trial

Featuring individuals who were inside the courtroom, including jurors, eyewitnesses, and accusers and defenders, the three-part docuseries presen

CM Vijay-led Cabinet in Tamil Nadu expands to 33; Congress joins government after 59 years

Mr. Vijays Cabinet is likely to undergo one more round of expansion, as the TVK has extended an open invitation to the VCK and IUML, both of whic