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Pak-China affairs expert Lt Gen Subramani named next CDS

NEW DELHI: (May 9) Lt Gen NS Raja Subramani (retd) has been named Indias next Chief of Defence Staff and his primary mandate will be to implemen

RBI officers seek Governors intervention to correct promotion policy

NEW DELHI, May 9: RBI officers union has written a letter to RBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra, seeking his intervention to correct the promotion poli

J-K Police attaches Chandigarh property in drug trafficking case

JAMMU: (May 9) Jammu and Kashmir Police has attached a property worth nearly Rs 93 lakh in Chandigarh during an investigation into a narcotics t

West Bengal Cabinet Ministers List: Meet Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari's A-team

Senior BJP leader Suvendu Adhikari took oath as West Bengals first BJP chief minister at Kolkatas Brigade Parade Ground in the presence of Prime

PM Modi to Attend Somnath Swabhiman Festival on May 11

New Delhi, May 9: The historic Somnath Temple, recognized as a symbol of faith, courage, and Indian civilization, is once again in the spotlight.

PMJJBY, PMSBY settle claims worth Rs 25,160 cr since their launch in 2015

Jansuraksha schemes have settled claims worth over Rs 25,160 crore. Pradhan Mantri Jeevan Jyoti Bima Yojana settled more than Rs 21,500 crore. Pr

Devotion Soars at Somnath Temple as 1,100 Pilgrims Arrive for Amrit Parv

Somnath, May 9: The Somnath Temple, located in the Saurashtra region of Gujarat, is revered as the first of the twelve Jyotirlingas dedicated to

Ban on Medicines After Deaths at Kota Medical College

Jaipur, May 9 (Udaipur Kiran) Following the deaths of two women after their condition deteriorated post caesarean delivery at Kota Medical Colle

Best 5 Public Relations Firms in India

Introduction Every industry must effectively manage its public relations and search for a PR partner capable of managing media and business strat

Suvendu takes oath as first BJP CM of West Bengal, 5 other MLAs sworn in

KOLKATA: (May 9) Suvendu Adhikari on Saturday took oath as West Bengals first BJP chief minister, marking a dramatic saffron turn in the states p

Leopard Captured After Fatal Attack on Woman

Udaipur, May 9 (Udaipur Kiran) A leopard trapped in a cage in Udaipurs Upli Badi area was rescued by the forest department and shifted to Sajjan

Cong MLAs Moved to Hyderabad as TVK Eyes Govt in TN

Congress MLA P Viswanathan from Melur, who was formerly the AICC in-charge of party affairs in Telangana, was leading the group of five MLAs duri

Hyderabads Gachibowli IT corridor chokes under 15-lakh-tonne waste mountain

Nearly 15 lakh tonnes of construction and demolition waste may have accumulated in the area over the years, so much that even under ideal conditi

Wife Attacks Husband, Dies by Suicide

Udaipur, May 9 (Udaipur Kiran) A woman attacked her husband with an axe in Udaipur and later died by suicide after believing he was dead. Before

Israel army issues evacuation warning for nine south Lebanon villages

The Israeli military called on residents of more than half a dozen villages in southern Lebanon to immediately evacuate on Saturday ahead of expe

Governor should be convinced that single largest party can win a majority

Supreme Court has held that the single largest party should be given an opportunity to stake its claim with the support of other parties and that

Indian Stock Market Sees Gains Amidst Falling Crude Oil Prices and Strong Rupee

Mumbai, May 9: The Indian stock market experienced notable gains this week, driven by a decline in crude oil prices, a strengthening rupee, and a

Watch: Who is Makhanlal Sarkar? 98-year-old BJP veteran whose feet PM Modi touched during Bengal oath ceremony. His link to Syama Prasad Mukherjee explained

Prime Minister Narendra Modi showed respect to 98-year-old BJP veteran Makhanlal Sarkar at the West Bengal Chief Minister's swearing-in ceremony.

Suvendu Adhikari Takes Oath as Chief Minister of West Bengal: A Political Journey

Kolkata, May 9: A historic chapter unfolded in West Bengal politics on Saturday as the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) formed its first government i

New Dawn for West Bengal as Suvendu Adhikari Takes Office

New Delhi, May 9: A new chapter has begun in West Bengal with the appointment of Suvendu Adhikari as Chief Minister. Leaders from the Bharatiya J

India Orders Probe into Pernod Ricard Over Anti-Competitive Deals

The complaint alleges Pernod Ricard provided these guarantees in return for mandating that its brands comprise 35 percent of the stock on sale at

BJP has weapons of ED, CBI and Income Tax: Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann slams centre over raids

Magyar to become Hungarys regime change PM

The former government insider-turned-critic scored a landslide victory last month, pledging wide-ranging reforms to fight corruption

TMC launches fresh jibe on EC in first reaction as Suvendhu Adhikari becomes West Bengal CM

Following Suvendu Adhikari's oath as West Bengal Chief Minister, the TMC has raised serious concerns. Abhishek Banerjee alleged widespread electo

AIADMK MLAs Return After Pondy Resort Stay, Meet Party Chief

More than 30 party legislators were asked to stay at the resort in the neighbouring union territory to allegedly prevent them from cross-voting o

Honeytrap and Extortion Attempt against Bandi Sanjays Son

According to local police reports, a woman reportedly orchestrated a sophisticated plot to blackmail the Minister's son by using her daughter as

PM Modi to inaugurate development projects, address BJP rally in Hyderabad on May 10

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit Hyderabad on May 10. He will inaugurate or lay the foundation stone for development projects valued at Rs

Indian cricketers Yashasvi Jaiswal, Shafali Verma get NADA notices for missed dope tests

Indian cricketers Yashasvi Jaiswal and Shafali Verma have received notices from the National Anti-Doping Agency. This follows their failure to be

Katy Perry Will Perform At SoFi Stadium Before First World Cup Game

Rappers Future, Lisa and Tyla, singer Anitta, singer/rapper Rema and DJ Sanjoy will be part of the ceremony.

Mumbai Police Files FIR Against Celina Jaitly's Husband Over Alleged Physical Harm, Cruelty

The FIR was registered in the Versova Police Station on Friday.

BJP Leaders Rally Behind Nishant Kumar Amid Family Politics Allegations

Patna, May 9: The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has responded robustly to allegations of family politics against Bihar Minister Nishant Kumar, mad

ED Tightens Grip on Shravanti Group; Promoter DV Rao and Two Others Arrested in 284 Crore Fraud Case

New Delhi, May 9: The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has revealed alleged financial irregularities and fraudulent transactions amounting to approxi

Indian sailor killed in dhow fire near Strait of Hormuz

The crew members were rescued by a vessel which was passing by in the area, the sources said

Understanding Constellations: Their Scientific Significance in the Night Sky

New Delhi, May 9: When people gaze at the twinkling stars in the dark night sky, they often wonder what constellations are and how scientists uti

Leo Digital Wins Digital Mandate for Olectra Greentech Limited

Olectra Greentech Limited , one of India’s foremost electric mobility and clean transportation companies.   Leo Digital wins digital m

India-EU strategic partnership gained decisive new momentum, says Nirmala Sitharaman at Europe Day 2026

Union Minister for Finance and Corporate Affairs Nirmala Sitharaman on Friday stated that the 16th India-EU Summit held in New Delhi this January

Chef Ranveer Brar shares how to break a coconut along with easy Kerala-style coconut rice recipe

Chef Ranveer Brar has revealed a simple Instagram trick to crack coconuts easily. This hack makes using fresh coconut accessible for home cooks.

TVK should seek allies before meeting Governor: DMK as Vijay stakes claim to form government

Political maneuvering intensifies in Tamil Nadu after the Assembly election results. DMK leaders TKS Elangovan and P Wilson have voiced concerns

Two British nationals test positive for hantavirus; experts say pandemic risk remains low, no India cases so far

Experts noted that hantavirus spreads poorly between humans and outbreaks are usually localised. No officially confirmed cases linked to the curr

Prabhas Has More Movies, Yet Kalki 2 To Arrive In Dec 2027?

Since Kalki 2 is expected to rely heavily on world-class visual effects and CGI, post-production alone could take more than six months.

Mamata Banerjee skips Suvendu Adhikari's swearing-in as chief minister

Suvendu Adhikari took oath as West Bengal's first BJP Chief Minister at Kolkata's Brigade Parade Ground, Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Home Minis

Book Review | The Magnificent Queen of Tadoba-Andhari

A journalist-turned-conservationist recounts the trials and tribulations of Maya, the fierce and beautiful tigress

Hoax Bomb Threat Email to Rajasthan Collector Triggers Kerala Police Probe

Thiruvananthapuram City Cyber Police registered a case on Friday and began an investigation into the incident

Suvendu Adhikari sworn in as Bengal's first BJP CM; PM Modi present, Mamata skips

Suvendu Adhikari took oath as the chief minister of West Bengal on Saturday, heading the first BJP government in the state. Governor RN Ravi admi

IPL 2026: RCB look to regain batting firepower against MI to break two-match losing streak

Royal Challengers Bengaluru face Mumbai Indians in Raipur aiming to break a two-match losing streak. RCB's batting needs to regain form after rec

PM Modi Blesses Senior BJP Leader Makhanlal Sarkar at Swearing-In Ceremony in Kolkata

Kolkata, May 9: Prime Minister Narendra Modi attended the swearing-in ceremony of West Bengals new Chief Minister, Suvendu Adhikari, where he sou

Neetu Kapoor Shares Insights on Coping with Grief After Rishi Kapoors Passing

Mumbai, May 9: In todays world, many individuals turn to therapy and counseling during times of mental distress. However, Bollywood actress Neetu

US removes highly enriched uranium from Venezuela

The US Department of Energy's National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA) on Friday (local time) announced the successful removal of all rema

Book Review | Inside the Mind of a Guerrilla-Turned-CM

From the pen of Mizorams former chief minister comes a true political memoir of conflict, conviction and leadership

PM Modi Blesses Senior BJP Leader at Swearing-In Ceremony

Kolkata, May 9: Prime Minister Narendra Modi attended the swearing-in ceremony of West Bengals new Chief Minister, Suvendu Adhikari, where he rec

RBI Staff Seek Governors Intervention Over Promotion Rules

The revised policy, in its present form, has caused widespread dissatisfaction, frustration and demoralisation among officers across cadres and g

Book Review | Stories on the House

On reading some genre-bending tales that slip between myth, magic, Bengali afternoons and feminist mischief

Parent company of Trump's Truth Social reports $400 mn loss

TMTG, the firm behind Donald Trump's Truth Social, unveiled a troubling report showing a net loss of more than $400 million in the first quarter,

Himachal Pradesh Class 10 Result Dates Over 5 Years: When To Expect HPBoSE 2026 Scorecards

HPBoSE Matric Result 2026: Students must note their roll numbers or keep 10th admit card handy to access Matric results as soon as they are relea

Why Is Fatty Liver Rising Among Non-Alcoholics Under 35? Doctor Answers

Fatty liver is often a silent disease. Many young patients remain asymptomatic, with diagnosis occurring incidentally during routine health check

Dilip Ghosh, Agnimitra Paul, Nisith Pramanik Among 5 In Suvendu Adhikari's Cabinet

Tehran Capable of Enduring Months-Long Blockade as Regional Violence Resurges

Recent days have seen the biggest flare-ups in fighting in and around the Strait of Hormuz since a ceasefire began a month ago, and the United Ar

Over 400 Measles Cases Reported in Japan Since January

Tokyo, May 9: Japan has reported over 400 cases of measles since January, according to a national health research institution. The Japan Institut

Kritika Kamras Favorite Hair Trend Inspired by the 60s and 70s

Mumbai, May 9: Actress Kritika Kamra is renowned not only for her impressive performances but also for her unique style and fashion sense. Recent

Protest Erupts Outside Jaipur Centre Over Lab Assistant Exam Venue Confusion

Rajasthan RSSB Lab Assistant Exam 2026: According to candidates, the issue occurred at an examination centre in Mansarovar, where the location di

Suvendu Adhikari takes oath as first BJP CM of West Bengal

Vinod Bansal Celebrates BJPs Historic Victory in Bengal as a Democratic Revival

New Delhi, May 9: Vinod Bansal, the national spokesperson for the Vishwa Hindu Parishad (VHP), has made significant remarks regarding the rising

BJP creates history in West Bengal; Suvendu Adhikari sworn-in as new CM

Asian U17 Boxing Championships 2026: Indian Team Confirm 5 Medals

With strong quarter final showing India's five boxers advancing to the semifinals.

Kochi Corporation plans cloud kitchen for Indira Canteens

Indira Canteen, which is nearing two months of operation, has reportedly proved viable through cross-subsidy.

Handwriting on new Epstein note matches one found after his death, say experts

They are written by the same person, said Bart Baggett, who founded the forensic analysis firm Handwriting Experts Inc. and has testified in cour

POCSO case booked against Minister Bandi Sanjays son after minors complaint

Police said the complainant, a Class 10 dropout, alleged that the incident took place during a visit to the farmhouse and that a case was registe

This Bengaluru railway station now houses a new silk museum

The restored Avatihalli railway station in Bengaluru now houses a silk museum.

PM Modi Touches Feet Of 97-Year-Old Makhan Lal Sarkar In Bengal: Who Is He?

Makhan Lal Sarkar was the aide of Shyama Prasad Mookerjee and part of his last journey, said Bengal BJP chief Samik Bhattacharya.

Suvendu Adhikari takes oath as West Bengal's first BJP chief minister

Suvendu Adhikari has been sworn in as West Bengal's first BJP chief minister at a grand ceremony attended by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. This h

Modi to Inaugurate Development Projects, Address BJP Rally in Hyderabad on May 10

The BJP sees Telangana as a potential state where it can come to power on its own and the party's state unit is confident of gaining momentum fol

PM Touches Feet Of 97-Year-Old Makhan Lal Sarkar In Bengal: Who Is He?

Prime Minister Narendra Modi honoured a 97-year-old man at the swearing-in ceremony of Suvendu Adhikari in Kolkata this morning. In a grand gestu

Suvendu Adhikari Takes Oath As BJP's First Bengal Chief Minister

It's quite likely that in the current context no other leader in West Bengal has a more dramatic, almost stardom-like ascension than Chief Minist

Dilip Ghosh, Agnimitra Paul, Nisith Pramanik Among 5 In Suvendu's Cabinet

Suvendu Adhikari, who took oath as the BJP's first West Bengal Chief Minister today, has inducted five ministers in the state cabinet. The legisl

Tarun Moorthy Clarifies Meeting with Chiranjeevi: No Link to Thudaram Telugu Remake

Chennai, May 9: Renowned Malayalam film director Tarun Moorthy is currently in the spotlight. His film Thudaram has received widespread acclaim a

Historic Political Shift in West Bengal as Suvendu Adhikari Set to Become Chief Minister

Kolkata, May 9: Following the Indian National Congresss victory in West Bengal, preparations are underway for Suvendu Adhikari to take the oath a

Jewar MLA expresses concern over proposed high UDF and passenger charges at Noida International Airport, seeks reassessment

Dhirendra Singh has sent a detailed representation to the Prime Minister, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister, Union Civil Aviation Minister and Chief S

Understanding EPFO: Your Path to a Secure Retirement Fund

New Delhi, May 9: In todays world, many individuals often overlook retirement planning when starting their careers. However, small savings made i

Aakhri Sawal: Sanjay Dutts political-drama gets new release date; trailer unveiled

The film also stars Amit Sadh, Neetu Chandra, Tridha Choudhary, and Sameera Reddy in pivotal roles

Three-way CM tussle in Kerala fuels meme storm

The Left Democratic Front, which was voted out, wasnt spared either

Jhalmuri, sweets & Rabindranath Tagore: The Bengali factor in BJP's Bengal oath-taking ceremony

Suvendu Adhikari took oath as West Bengal's Chief Minister at Kolkata's Brigade Parade Ground. Prime Minister Narendra Modi and other senior BJP

Top Sri Lankan Buddhist monk arrested over alleged sex abuse

Pallegama Hemarathana, 71, was arrested at a private hospital in the capital Colombo, where he had sought treatment over the weekend amid an inve

Video: Suvendu Adhikari takes oath as first BJP CM of West Bengal

Kolkata: BJP legislature party leader Suvendu Adhikari took oath as the chief minister of West Bengal on Saturday, May 9, heading the first BJP g

Bengals cultural showcase at Suvendu Adhikaris CM swearing-in at Brigade Parade Ground in Kolkata

West Bengal New Govt: Suvendu Adhikari sworn in as CM; Dilip Ghosh, Agnimitra Paul others take oath of office ending Mamata's TMC era

West Bengal has a new Chief Minister, Suvendu Adhikari. The BJP secured a historic win in the 2026 elections, ending fifteen years of Trinamool C

Bank of America taps tech dealmaker Richard Hardegree as vice chair of M&A, memo shows

Bank of America has appointed Richard Hardegree as its new vice chair for mergers and acquisitions. Hardegree, a seasoned banker with over 30 yea

PM Modi greets supporters at Brigade Parade Ground before Suvendu Adhikari takes oath

'First Get Support, Then Approach Governor': MK Stalin's DMK Slams Vijay

Vijay, who approached the Governor with a coalition government, is falling short of the majority mark of 118.

Labour reforms: Govt fully operationalises four new codes by publishing rules

India's central government has fully implemented four new labour codes. These codes, effective November 21, 2025, consolidate 29 laws. They aim t

Class 12 results: Pass percentage in Chennai Corporation schools rises to 92.26%

The overall pass percentage has increased steadily over the last four years, rising from 86.86% in 2023 to 87.13% in 2024, 88.12% in 2025, and 92