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CCourt setbacks to Trump add uncertainty to US tariffs, may slowdown BTA talks with India: Experts

NEW DELHI, May 8: Repeated setbacks faced by US President Donald Trump in American courts have further heightened uncertainty over the US tariff

Moderna's mRNA flu vaccine outperforms standard shot in late-stage trial

The findings support the role of mRNA-1010 in improving influenza prevention

Gullak season 5: Anant Joshi joins the cast of Sony LIVs comedy series

The actor will replace Vaibhav Raj Gupta to play the character of Annu Bhaiya in the new season

MITS NCC cadets complete Himalayan adventure camp in Sikkim

Two British Citizens Confirmed with Hantavirus Infection in Tristan da Cunha

London, May 8: Two British citizens have been confirmed to have contracted hantavirus on Tristan da Cunha, an island in the South Atlantic Ocean.

In Focus podcast | India-UK FTA: Does it pack enough to increase bilateral trade?

Dame Susan Langley speaks to us about the IndiaUK FTA, financial services, and the opportunities for deeper economic cooperation.

Keralas Chief Minister Race Enters Final Phase Amidst Political Tensions

New Delhi, May 8: The suspense surrounding Keralas next Chief Minister deepens as the Congress leadership enters a decisive phase of discussions.

Congress cadre in Coimbatore stage protest against Governor over delay in inviting TVK to form government

Erode secures top rank in State with 98.87 pass percentage in Class 12 exams

Girls achieved a pass percentage of 99.27 and boys, 98.42; 128 schools produced centum results, including 47 government schools

Forex reserves fall by $7.79 billion to $690.69 billion: RBI data

India's foreign exchange reserves saw a significant drop of USD 7.794 billion, reaching USD 690.693 billion by May 1. This follows a previous dec

Belly Fat Increases As You Age: New Study Reveals A Way To Prevent It

A new study found that belly fat tends to increase as you age, and how to prevent it. Here is what it means for older women and why you should be

Operation Sindoor Reflected Indian Militarys Joint Prowess: Rajnath Singh

JAIPUR/NEW DELHI, May 8: Operation Sindoor is a testament to the swift, precise, and joint response of the Indian armed forces to safeguard natio

Operation Sindoor reflected Indian military's joint prowess: Rajnath Singh

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh praised Operation Sindoor for showcasing India's military prowess. He urged commanders to stay prepared for evolvi

Telangana CM says witnessing fast track development, seeks peoples support

Mr. Revanth Reddy addresses public meeting in his native Kodangal constituency

Delhi Government Schools Summer Vacation Announced: Remedial Classes For Classes 9, 10, 12

The school authority must ensure that the teachers on duty for remedial classes during the summer vacation are granted 'earned leave' as per the

6 simple moves to keep your lower back pain away

Eliminate lower back pain with six simple, effective movements designed for 2026. From the unconventional Dead Bug to the reliable Glute Bridge,

Narcotics trade driving force behind Punjabs black economy, says study

Analysis shows that substance dependence is concentrated among younger, underemployed males with limited educational attainment, with initiation

Thailand Scientists Identify New Coronavirus With Potential Human Infection Risk

The Covid-19 pandemic highlighted how quickly zoonotic diseases can spread globally. As a result, scientists worldwide have increased efforts to

Donald Trump says ceasefire still holds after fighting between the US and Iran flares

U.S. and Iranian forces clashed in the Gulf and Strait of Hormuz, with both sides accusing the other of breaching a ceasefire. Despite the flare-

Residents seek speed-breaker at Balaji Nagar junction on Mayiladuthurai-Poompuhar road

Tragic Explosion at Hunan Fireworks Factory Claims 37 Lives

Beijing, May 8: A devastating explosion occurred on May 4 at 4:43 PM at the Huashang Fireworks Manufacturing and Display Limited Company in the c

Net FII, FDI At Multi-year Low

In 2013, Morgan Stanley had placed India among the Fragile Five economies, arguing that the countrys dependence on foreign capital, widening defi

Delhis Lieutenant Governor T.S. Sandhu Commits to Clean Yamuna and Promote Culture and Development

New Delhi, May 8: Lieutenant Governor T.S. Sandhu has pledged to clean the Yamuna River, identifying five essential pillars for Delhis future dev

TCS Nashik sexual harassment case: Key accused Nida Khan remanded in police custody till May 11

Substantial regional disparities in labour market conditions across India: SBI Research Report

Indias labour force is undergoing structural transformation with the share of agriculture in the workforce witnessing a modest 23% decline over a

How A Collector In Madhya Pradesh's Damoh Set Trap, Exposed Espionage Ring

The sensational discovery emerged after confidential details of a planned surprise inspection were mysteriously leaked to concerned officials wit

We respect Tamil Nadu mandate, won't join new govt, says BJP

Tamil Nadu BJP has accepted the election results. The party chief Nainar Nagenthran stated they respect the people's mandate. BJP will not try to

From Grandoli to the World Cup: The neighborhood club where Messi's journey started

Lionel Messi's football journey started at Abanderado Grandoli in Rosario. His grandmother insisted he play, and his talent quickly shone. He was

Watch: Flights to India improving; Iran airspace partially open: MEAs Aseem R. Mahajan

Chinas 90% Supremacy Model: The chokehold and the way out | ET Titan Talks with Dr Ram Charan

Oil companies bleed 30,000 crore as fuel prices held steady despite global energy shock

Indian Oil Corporation, Bharat Petroleum Corporation and Hindustan Petroleum Corporation have incurred 30,000 crore in under-recoveries since mid

Over 4K Mosques Unite as Massive AntiDrug Campaign Sweeps Across Kashmir Valley

Across all twenty districts of the Union Territory, the campaign has triggered an unprecedented wave of public engagement. Marches, rallies, semi

Suvendu Adhikari, the man who helped TMC topple Left, now becomes BJPs first Bengal CM

Suvendu Adhikari, a key figure in the Trinamool Congress's rise, has been elected BJP Legislative Party leader in West Bengal. He previously defe

'Theyre DOUBLE DIPPING!': Angry witness 'exposes' massive Minnesota medicare fraud at House hearing

Rs 30,000 Cr Loss A month: Oil Companies Bleed As Fuel Prices On Hold

State-owned oil companies have maintained uninterrupted fuel supplies with no rationing or shortage at any point in the last 10 weeks; struggle a

Saralas Art Centre is selling decades-old artworks from its archives

As Saralas Art Centre turns 60, the gallery is opening up putting up decades of stored paintings, prints and sculptures curated and collected ove

What the HELL: Rep. Nash ERUPTS in anger over Tim Walz admin ignoring sexual misconduct claims

Uttar Pradesh Government Revamps Flood Management Strategy, Promises Significant Savings

Lucknow, May 8: The Yogi government of Uttar Pradesh is implementing major changes to enhance flood control and management. The administration is

Shocking Murder of 13-Year-Old in Greater Noida: Father Arrested for Alleged Crime

Greater Noida, May 8: A shocking incident has emerged from the Kasna area of Greater Noida, where a father is accused of murdering his 13-year-ol

China Boosts Budget for Early Childhood Education, Benefiting Millions of Children

Beijing, May 8: The Chinese Ministry of Finance has announced a significant increase in funding for early childhood education. For the year 2026,

Hantavirus outbreak: What is this virus, and which 12 countries are directly or indirectly linked to the cruise ship health emergency?

A cruise ship in the South Atlantic is experiencing a severe health emergency with confirmed hantavirus infections and multiple fatalities. The v

Suvendu Adhikari is the West Bengal CM-elect! Amit Shah chairs meet, BJP govt to be sworn on May 9

Bengaluru Metro to suspend Purple Line services for two hours on May 10

Train services will be curtailed between Sri Balagangadharanatha Swamiji Station (Hosahalli) and Cubbon Park Metro Station from 7 a.m. to 9 a.m.

The Sheep Detectives movie review: Hugh Jackman, Emma Thompson and the rest of the flock charm in this sweet, smart fable

No one will call sheep simple-minded after meeting these woolly investigators as they are guaranteed to have Holmes, Poirot and the rest running

Tamil Nadu government formation: Vijays TVK close to majority mark | A timeline of events

Following inconclusive Assembly elections in Tamil Nadu that led to an unprecedented hung assembly in the State, government formation has been de

CPI letter to Tamil Nadu Governor says its support is for stable secular government

The letter was sent under the instruction of the party's State secretary, M. Veerapandian and the legislature party leader T. Ramachandran

India faces no immediate public health threat from hantavirus: NIV chief

Hantaviruses are mainly transmitted to humans through contact with infected rodents or their excreta such as saliva, urine and faeces, he told PT

Suvendu Adhikari, BJP's 'Giantkiller', Will Be Bengal Chief Minister

Suvendu Adhikari To Be BJP's Bengal Chief Minister

Clockwise sequence of traffic signal at Head Post Office junction puts unwary motorists at risk

Due to the change in the sequence, we often have to rush through the intersection before the vehicles from the left side start moving ahead; Ofte

Russia's WWII victory celebrations muted this year as Ukraine war weighs on Putin

Tensions are high as Russia prepares for Victory Day celebrations amid the ongoing war in Ukraine. A unilateral ceasefire quickly collapsed, with

No net fun: Googles dino run

This game practically screams no network doesnt mean no fun. But what is the story behind this game where the dinosaur starts jumping up when our

West Bengal Class 10 Board Results Announced: 86.83% Pass Rate with 131 Students in Top 10

Kolkata, May 8: The West Bengal Board of Secondary Education (WBBSE) announced the results for the Class 10 (Secondary) board examinations for 20

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Tragic Collision in Greater Noida Claims Life of Truck Driver

Mumbai, May 8: A tragic incident unfolded in Greater Noida last night, highlighting the dangers of speeding on the roads. A severe collision occu

French Word of the Day: blouissant

blouissant is a French word meaning dazzling or stunning, often used for beauty so striking it feels overwhelming. This French Word of the Day ex

Vijay's TVK Reaches Majority Mark With Support From INC, VCK & Left parties

Vijay-led Tamilga Vettri Kazhagam, with 108 seats but 10 short of a majority, had reached out to CPI, CPI (M) and the VCK-- all DMK allies, seeki

Taiwan's parliament approves $25 bn defence spending bill

Taiwan's parliament approved a $25 billion defence spending bill on Friday that opposition lawmakers say will be used for US weapons, following m

BJP Declines Support for TVK in Tamil Nadu Government Formation

Chennai, May 8: In the recent Tamil Nadu assembly elections, no party secured a majority. However, actor-turned-politician C. Joseph Vijays Tamil

Mamata Banerjees Swasthya Sathi Scheme faces uncertainty as Kolkata Hospitals restrict admissions

Patients on West Bengal's Swasthya Sathi health scheme face admission hurdles at Kolkata's private hospitals. Uncertainty surrounds the scheme's

SC Orders Establishment Of Special Courts For Expeditious Trial In NIA Cases

NEW DELHI, May 8: The Supreme Court on Friday directed that at least one special court be established to deal with 10 to 15 pending trials in cas

Israeli bodybuilder influencer trained in West Bengal gurukul gains attention for devotion to Sanatan Dharma in India

An Israeli man named Tamal is captivating social media with his Sanatan Dharma lifestyle in India. He shares his daily vegetarian food rituals an

Naidu Directs District Collectors To Focus On Housing, Welfare Schemes, Summer Projects

It is estimated that house sites would be required for 2 lakh people. In rural areas, 3 cents would be given to beneficiaries and in urban areas,

'She was the drug trafficking queen!': Massive Korean racket busted in D.C., Pirro announces charges

Uttar Pradesh government scraps smart prepaid meter system; shifts all consumers to postpaid mode

Consumers will receive electricity bills after consumption, with bills for electricity used in May 2026 to be issued in June under the postpaid s

Local holiday for Karur district on May 27

Suvendu Adhikari Set To Become First BJP Chief Minister of West Bengal

The swearing-in ceremony of the new BJP government will be held at Brigade Parade Ground on May 9

How to keep mosquitoes away using burnt coffee powder

Tired of mosquito bites and chemical repellents? Burnt coffee powder offers a simple, natural, and effective way to keep mosquitoes away. This ea

Quote of the day by Liam Neeson: 'Its interesting, the more successful you become the more people want to give you stuff for nothing.'

Hollywood star Liam Neeson observed that increased success brings more people offering freebies, highlighting the irony of those with resources r

BJP government formation in West Bengal: Suvendu Adhikari elected as legislature party leader, set to take oath as CM on May 9

Senior BJP leader Suvendu Adhikari has been formally elected as the leader of the BJP legislature party in West Bengal. This development paves th

From political defection to murder: Jayakanthans story on shifting loyalties

Jayakanthan writes that the poor, who become victims of politicians machinations, live with hungry stomachs, stoves that rarely burn and huts wit

New Regulations to Enhance IPL Transparency and Player Safety, Says Rajeev Shukla

Lucknow, May 8: Rajeev Shukla, Vice President of the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI), announced that the governing body is implement

BJPs Wave Set to Sweep Assam, Bengal, and Punjab: Anil Vij

Ambala, May 8: Haryana Minister Anil Vij has asserted that the BJPs momentum will flow from Assam and Bengal into Punjab. He predicts a victory f

TVK and Congress cadres stage protest

Large-Scale Banking Fraud Involving Anil Ambanis ADAG Requires Thorough Probe, Says SC

NEW DELHI, May 8: The Supreme Court on Friday said the matter concerning alleged large-scale banking fraud involving Anil Dhirubhai Ambani Group

Telangana Govt issues detailed guidelines for Musi rejuvenation Phase-I; December 2027 deadline for project completion

Telangana Cabinet sub-committee on May 8, 2026, directs officials to start construction work of the initial phase spanning five km within 21 km s

Congress cadre stage demonstrations against Governor for not inviting TVK to form government

The demonstrators accuse Governor of acting as a puppet of the Centre

Pooran Grabs Krunal By Collar After On-Field Spat. This Happens Next

Royal Challengers Bengaluru all-rounder Krunal Pandya and Lucknow Super Giants batter Nicholas Pooran had a heated exchange during an IPL 2026 ga

Suvendu Adhikari Elected BJP Legislature Party Leader In Bengal, Set To Become CM

KOLKATA, May 8: Senior BJP leader Suvendu Adhikari was on Friday elected the leader of the BJP legislature party in West Bengal, paving the way f

Final decision on Kerala CM turns into political cliff-hanger as ball now in Congress High Commands court

The question of who among the three probables V.D. Satheesan, K.C. Venugopal and Ramesh Chennithala will make the cut appears set to go down to

CBI files chargesheet against Shubhkamna Buildtech and others

The CBI is currently investigating 50 cases registered pursuant to the directions of the Supreme Court against various builder companies and fina

TN: CPI extends unconditional support to Vijays TVK for government formation

After internal deliberations, the Left party handed over an unconditional letter of support for government formation addressed to Tamil Nadu Gove

Left Front to hold protest rally in Kolkata over 'attacks' on working people after poll results

The LF constituents will hold the protest in the Esplanade area of the City's central district, a Front functionary said

Watch: Why Indias new car emissions rule may change nothing

This episode of The Climate Economy breaks down how Corporate Average Fleet Efficiency norms work, why automakers are divided over them, and how

KSCA's Request For Additional 10,057 Complimentary Tickets Led to IPL Final Venue Shift: Report

Bengaluru was to host the final going by convention as Royal Challengers Bengaluru are the defending champions

West Bengal Polls: BJP picks Bhabanipur 'giant killer' Suvendu Adhikari as chief minister

West Bengal is set for a new political era. The Bharatiya Janata Party will form the government, ending nearly two decades of Trinamool Congress

Massive Voting In Assembly Polls; Women Voters Outnumber Men: EC Data

West Bengal recorded the highest voter turnout among states, with 93.71 per cent polling in 293 constituencies.

Maharashtra Government Intensifies Action Against Conversion Networks: Chitra Wagh

Mumbai, May 8: Maharashtra BJP leader Chitra Wagh has expressed strong support for state government and police actions in response to the arrest

Mamata Banerjees Resignation Unnecessary as New CM Set to Take Oath Tomorrow, Says Harsh Vardhan Shringla

Kolkata, May 8: Rajya Sabha MP Harsh Vardhan Shringla stated on Friday that it does not matter whether Trinamool Congress leader Mamata Banerjee

Hussain Dalwai Advocates Acceptance of First Two Verses of Vande Mataram

Mumbai, May 8: Congress leader Hussain Dalwai has addressed the ongoing controversy surrounding Vande Mataram, stating that there should be no op

Fake life-saving medicine racket busted in Delhi: Here's how they repackaged and sold drugs across several states

Delhi Police crime branch busted an interstate counterfeit medicine racket, arresting four individuals. The network allegedly sourced government-