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Quote of the Day by famous English poet Samuel Taylor Coleridge: 'Common sense in an uncommon degree is what'-Why William Wordsworth's friend believed true wisdom comes from extraordinary common sense

Samuel Taylor Coleridge, an English poet and philosopher, offered a timeless insight. He stated that uncommon common sense is wisdom. This idea r

Ancient tooth proteins suggest homo erectus may have left genetic legacy in modern-day humans

For most of the 20th century, the model of human origins was viewed as a tree: with the trunk dividing into branches, and then twigs. Each specie

Irish proverb of the day: 'Age is honorable and youth is...' - motivational lessons on understanding life through the wisdom of growing old and energy of youth and why every stage of life matters more than you think

Irish proverb of the day: An Irish saying highlights that both youth and age hold distinct value, with youth being noble for its energy and innov

BAC bags Rs 732-cr Mawkhanu stadium project through proxy

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, May 20: Hyderabad-based BAC Infratech Pvt. Ltd. which has been in the news for bagging contracts worth over Rs 1,900 cr

'US remains locked and loaded to restart': Vance issues stark Iran ultimatum, 'NEVER get nukes'

Prices of petrol, diesel hiked again by 90p, up by nearly Rs 4 in a week

VPP supremo ready for Dhars Nartiang invite

Basaiawmoit dubs it battle between rich and poor By Our Reporter SHILLONG, May 19: Voice of the People Party (VPP) supremo Ardent Miller Basaiawm

African proverb of the day: 'The laughter of a woman is the light...' Life lessons on happiness, family, peace, prosperity and why a female's presence is essential for a safe and stable house environment

African proverb of the day highlights the Swahili saying The laughter of a woman is the light of a home. The proverb explains happiness, family u

Khanduri remembered for integrity, discipline and highway transformation

Mlaya govt pins Lapangap unease on frequent Assam U-turns

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, May 19: The Meghalaya government on Tuesday acknowledged growing difficulties in negotiations over the sensitive Lapang

State govt defends award of contracts to Hyderabad firm

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, May 19: Despite facing intense heat over allocation of projects worth over Rs 1,900 crore to the Hyderabad-based BAC In

Error in verdict, refer case to larger bench: Cops to SC over denying bail to Umar, Sharjeel

NEHU clears air on fourth year of FYUP under NEP 2020

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, May 19: With a wave of anxiety building among students, teachers, and academic stakeholders as North-Eastern Hill Unive

No panic-buying in Shillong despite second fuel price hike in five days

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, May 19: Petrol and diesel prices went up by around 90 paise per litre on Tuesday, just four days after an earlier hike

During Rajnath's visit, India, Vietnam review defence partnership, discuss further cooperation in maritime security

Linesman saves colleague from electrocution in West Garo Hills

From Our Correspondent TURA, May 19: A lineman displayed exceptional bravery on Tuesday afternoon when he rescued his colleague from electrocutio

SC won't budge: Human life paramount, strays must go

A hundred years ago | Labour emigration to Malaya

Fifty years ago | Indian Almanac popular abroad

Modi and Meloni outline road map for India-Italy strategic partnership

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Italian Premier Giorgia Meloni joint op-ed talks about emerging Indo-Mediterranean corridor and pushes for 20-bi

Amid soaring temperatures, India successfully meets record peak power demand of 260.45 GW

Thermal power accounted for about 62.5% of the power generated when the peak demand was met.

Starbucks layoffs 2026 continue: What is driving the third round of job cuts under Brian Niccol, how many workers will be impacted and what employees need to know about severance?

Starbucks layoffs 2026: Starbucks is cutting 300 US corporate jobs and closing regional support offices. This move is part of a broader turnaroun

Bombay HC upholds 69-yr-old undertrial's right to education, waives escort fee

Examining the Tadmetla encounter inquiry

The investigation of grave offences, particularly involving banned organisations such as the CPI (Maoist), requires special skills

Who is Ken Paxton? Trumps endorsement is putting the GOP Senate seat under fresh spotlight- Will his endorsement cost Republicans the seat?

Donald Trump has backed Ken Paxton for Texas Senate, intensifying a Republican battle. This move alarms party leaders who fear Paxton's controver

Government misleading people on inflation, fuel shortage: Ashok Gehlot

Ashok Gehlot said the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party was engrossed in elections during the last three months despite Congress leader Rahul Gandhi

ACB Raids HMWS&SB General Manager, Unearths Disproportionate Assets Worth Over 5.8 Crore

The QR code of the ACB is displayed in all government offices and prominent public places which people could use to contact the bureau, the ACB s

'Chinese cartel exploited COVID pandemic': FBI slaps charges on China's 4 shipping container firms

Gulf conflict pushes upfertiliserprices, but supply will stay steady: Jakhar

Sunil Jakhar urged farmers to usefertilisersjudiciously, in line with recommendations of agricultural universities to avoid wastage and protect s

A test for political accountability

A POCSO case against a Ministers son has spiralled into a scandal in Telangana

Khammam CI Attached To DGP Office After Complaint

The woman had approached Khammam women police station in February 2026 to lodge a case against her husband over family disputes.

US Secretary of State Rubio to Visit India from May 23

Washington, May 20: US Secretary of State Marco Rubio is set to embark on a four-day visit to India starting May 23. According to information sha

AP CM Visits Fisherman's Home for Lunch

The CM also took a keen interest in learning about the different varieties of locally available fish and the traditional coastal lifestyle of the

Rubio to attend NATO talks, pay first visit to India

The State Department confirmed that Marco Rubio would participate on Friday (May 22, 2026) in talks among NATO Foreign Ministers in Helsingborg,

Modi Talks Trade With Nordic Pms

Leaders also exchange views on global issues.

Towns across UP, Chhatisgarh are getting baked, experts blame 'man-made heat islands'

BJP Leader Criticizes Congresss Dual Stance on Shashi Tharoors Statement

Ahmedabad, May 20: BJP leader Rohan Gupta has responded to Congress senior leader Shashi Tharoors statement regarding the benefits of the SIR (Sy

Recognizing Signs of Anxiety and Depression in Children: What Parents Should Know

New Delhi, May 20: Childhood is a delicate and sensitive phase. Parents often dismiss their childrens anger, irritability, or sadness as mere stu

'Pink Patrol of Railway Police Nabs Offenders, Drone Surveillance Protects Women Passengers in MMTS

The Pink Patrol was launched on April 16.

Indias EV ambition needs a grid strategy to match

Indias EV future depends on a strong and clean energy electricity grid

Hindus given full access to Bhojshala complex: ASI

IPL 2026: Mitchell Marsh Reflects on Missed Century After Run Out

Jaipur, May 20: In an exhilarating match between Rajasthan Royals (RR) and Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) at Sawai Mansingh Stadium, Mitchell Marsh s

US Military Claims Iran Girls School Was Located On Active Missile Base

The incident took place on February 28 on the first day of the conflict and killed more than 175 children and teachers, Iranian officials say.

Eastern India Poised to Become Agricultural Growth Engine, Says Shivraj Singh Chouhan

Bhubaneswar, May 20: Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan stated on Tuesday that Eastern India can emerge as the agricultural growth

On 1st Tuesday after HC ruling, prayers bring Bhojshala alive

Spurious Liquor Case: SIT Names 25 In Its Final Chargesheet

Spurious Liquor Case: SIT Names 25 In Its Final Chargesheet

Indore Engineers Face Notice for Negligence Amid Power Supply Issues

Indore, May 20: In Madhya Pradesh, the heat is at its peak, and the government is making efforts to ensure uninterrupted power supply for consume

Quote of the day by Aldous Huxley: 'A man may be a pessimistic determinist before lunch and an optimistic believer in...' - life lessons on changing perspectives, mood swings, mindset, why your thoughts and beliefs change over time by Brave New World author

Quote of the day by Aldous Huxley: Aldous Huxley observed that human thought is rarely stable, with beliefs shifting based on mood and energy. Hi

Udupi: Police Invoke PIT NDPS Act Against Alleged Drug Peddler

Police said the three drug trafficking cases are presently under trial before the court, while the accused has already been convicted in two drug

Majestic Temple of Jagat Ki Adhishtatri in Jamshedpur: A Spiritual Haven

Jamshedpur, May 20: The city of Jamshedpur, known for its industrial prowess, is also rich in spiritual heritage. Nestled just 500 meters from th

SIDBI Job Alert: Apply Now for Specialist Officer Positions by May 29

New Delhi, May 20: The Small Industries Development Bank of India (SIDBI) has announced openings for five Specialist Officer positions on a contr

First and foremost: On the Bhojshala ruling

Shared use of disputed religious sites should be allowed to continue

Delhi HC sentences YouTuber guilty of criminal contempt to six months jail

In his YouTube channel Fight 4 Judicial Reforms, Gulshan Pahuja personally attacked three Delhi judicial officers and even imputed that in case a

Shocking Discovery: Body of 17-Year-Old Found in Jharkhand Home Raises Murder Suspicions

Garhwa, May 20: A shocking incident unfolded in Garhwa district of Jharkhand when the body of a 17-year-old girl was discovered in a locked house

BITS Uses AI to Improve Medical Testing Chip Production

Prof. Sanket Goel said selecting fabrication settings had traditionally been one of the most time-consuming parts of building such devices becaus

Kolkata Park Circus violence 'mastermind' held

Mizoram University Invites Applications for 10 Guest Faculty Positions

Dispur, May 20: Good news for those seeking employment in a government university. Mizoram University has officially announced the recruitment of

Gurnoor Barar: The Fast Bowler Making Waves in Indian Cricket

New Delhi, May 20: Fast bowler Gurnoor Barar has been selected for the Test and ODI teams against Afghanistan. BCCI chief selector Ajit Agarkar r

Watch, but do not wait: On the Ebola outbreak

Extra caution should guide international responses to Ebola outbreak

Jahangir Khan Withdraws from Falta Seat, TMCs Loss Seems Inevitable

Kolkata, May 20: The Trinamool Congress (TMC) has faced a significant setback in the Falta constituency following a crushing defeat in the West B

Government Recruitment for 63 Positions Including Physicians in Pimpri-Chinchwad

Mumbai, May 20: The Pimpri-Chinchwad Municipal Corporation (PCMC) has announced an official notification for the recruitment of 63 positions, inc

TGDA Urges Govt to Implement Transfer Exemption Guidelines for Differently-abled Employees

According to GO No. 34 issued on August 7, 2025, by the department for women, children, disabled and senior citizens welfare, employees with 70 p

ICRA sees Q4 growth slowing to three-qtr low of 7%

India's economic growth is projected to slow in the fourth quarter of fiscal year 2026. ICRA forecasts a 7% growth rate, down from the previous q

Bihar CM Samrat Choudhary launches Sahyog Shivir to resolve peoples grievances

Issues to be resolved at the camp include mattersrelating to ration, pension, housing, MGNREGA,land disputes, mutation, demarcation,caste certifi

Strict Enforcement of Traffic Rules in Gautam Buddh Nagar: Over 22,000 Vehicles Penalized in Three Days

Noida, May 20: The Gautam Buddh Nagar Police Commissionerate has launched a significant crackdown on traffic rule violators, resulting in actions

NTA Takes Major Steps to Reform Examination System with Senior Appointments

New Delhi, May 20: The National Testing Agency (NTA) has initiated significant measures to enhance the transparency, security, and robustness of

Chinese Proverb of the Day: The tongue of a woman is the Life lessons on communication, influence, perception, and why you should think before you speak

Chinese Proverb of the Day highlights the meaning of The tongue of a woman is the sword that is never allowed to rust. The saying reflects how sp

Why are oil prices down today and will Brent, US WTI crude futures continue to drop or rise again? Oil settles lower after Iran talks progress

Why are oil prices down today and will Brent, US WTI crude futures continue to drop or rise again? Oil prices fell after the United States said t

Congress Alleges MH-CET Scam, Seeks Probe into 100 Percentile Scores

Highlighting alleged irregularities in the MH-CET results, Mr. Sawant claimed that 22 students who had barely secured passing marks in Class 10 a

Rajneesh Duggals New Micro-Drama Bhula Diya Tujhe Set for Release Soon

Mumbai, May 20: The trend of micro-dramas is rapidly gaining momentum in the entertainment industry. Actor Rajneesh Duggal is set to captivate au

Ind-Ra says West Asia tensions, El Nino to drag FY27 growth to 6.7%

India's economic growth is projected to slow to 6.7% in 2026-27. Higher crude oil and food prices, along with West Asia conflict uncertainty, wil

EPFO brings down consumer court cases by 46% in 2 years

The Employees Provident Fund Organisation has significantly reduced consumer court cases and overall litigation. A special campaign cleared many

High drama in Barmer as MLA douses himself in petrol during protest

Ravindra Singh Bhati was taken inside the Collectorate for talks with the senior officers to resolve the issue, while the premises were placed un

Punjab Police Uncovers BKI Module, Arrests Two with Hand Grenades

Chandigarh, May 20: Punjab Police has successfully dismantled a module linked to Babbar Khalsa International (BKI), arresting two associates of o

Inside Google I/O 2026: How are Gemini 3.5 Flash and Gemini Omni changing AI?

Google unveiled a suite of new Gemini AI tools at its I/O conference, including Gemini 3.5 Flash, Gemini Spark, and Gemini Omni. These advancemen

Supreme Court Collegium Approves Appointment of 19 Judges to Madras High Court

New Delhi, May 20: The Supreme Court Collegium, led by Chief Justice D.Y. Chandrachud, has approved the appointment of 19 lawyers and judicial of

PM Narendra Modi and PM Giorgia Meloni outline Indo-Mediterranean vision to deepen India-Italy ties

India and Italy are shaping an Indo-Mediterranean partnership focused on trade, AI, defence, clean energy and connectivity, with Narendra Modi an

Four fall unconscious in wastewater tank near Sriperumbudur

Hindu Woman Threatened in Malad, Minister Demands Police Action

Mumbai, May 20: Maharashtra Minister Mangal Prabhat Lodha visited a woman in Malvani, Malad, who alleged that illegal construction in front of he

Boy killed, another injured as tractor falls into well

The police said the tractor was parked near the house when the two children climbed into the vehicle and began playing

Vivek Dahiya to Star as a Superpowered Ironing Man in New Series

Mumbai, May 20: Renowned actor Vivek Dahiya, celebrated for his powerful performances in television, is set to appear in a unique role in the upc

Celebrating Himalayan Heritage: DHR Literature Festival 2026 Launched

Guwahati, May 20: The Northeast Frontier Railway successfully hosted the Darjeeling Himalayan Railway Literature Festival 2026 to celebrate the i

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No need to panic amid West Asia crisis, just be more productive: Piyush Goyal

India's Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal urges businesses to boost productivity and embrace global challenges as opportunities. He advises against

Dr. Medha Kulkarni Appointed Chair of Parliamentary Committee on Science and Environment

New Delhi, May 20: Dr. Medha Kulkarni, a member of the Rajya Sabha, has been appointed as the chair of the Parliamentary Standing Committee on Sc

Fuel Price Hike Limited to 4% Due to Excise Duty Cut

New Delhi, May 20: The government has limited the increase in petrol and diesel prices to 4.4% by cutting excise duties and directing oil compani

PM Modi lands in Rome, to meet Italian PM Meloni

Narendra Modi was received at the airport by Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation Antonio Tajani

Produce all RG Kar case documents: Calcutta HC to CBI

Key Accused in Pakistan-Linked Terrorism Case Sentenced to Seven Years

New Delhi, May 20: A special court of the National Investigation Agency (NIA) has sentenced a key accused in a case related to the Pakistan-backe

ED Files Complaint in Assam Rural Development Bank Scam Under PMLA

Guwahati, May 20: The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has filed a prosecution complaint under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA) against