Top News

Women in 2026 assembly elections; Building AI tool for healthcare

West Bengal, historically among the better-performing states on womens representation, elected 37 women this year.

Prosthetic foot centre set up in Trinidad; Jaishankar terms it gift of mobility

The Jaipur Foot Prosthetics Centre, set up by non-profit organisation Jaipur Foot USA, was inaugurated by External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar

House lawmakers introducing bill to toughen US ban on Chinese vehicles

U.S. lawmakers are introducing legislation to strengthen the ban on Chinese automakers entering the American market, building on a Biden administ

Power Cut Scheduled in Parts of Jodhpur Today

Jodhpur, May 12, 2026 (Udaipur Kiran) Electricity supply will remain affected in several areas of Jodhpur on Monday morning due to scheduled pow

Last evacuation flights from hantavirus ship land in Netherlands

orldTravelling in the two planes were 28 evacuees from the ship, according to the Dutch Foreign Ministry, including passengers, crew, and medical

UP weather update : Heatwave Grips UP, Rain Alert in 38 Districts

Lucknow, May 12, 2026 (Udaipur Kiran) Weather conditions continue to fluctuate across Uttar Pradesh, with rising temperatures increasing discomf

Bengal T20 League: Meeta Paul Becomes Most Expensive Female Player, Shahbaz Tops Mens Auction

Kolkata, May 12: In a remarkable display of investment, franchises in the Bengal T20 League have spent approximately 4.5 crore on both mens and w

Rajasthan Prepares Fresh DLC Rate Hike

Jaipur, May 12, 2026 (Udaipur Kiran) The Rajasthan government is preparing for another increase in DLC rates, a move that could make buying prop

U.S. issues new sanctions over Irans oil shipments to China

The U.S. Treasury move follows sanctions announced on Friday (May 8, 2026) on individuals and companies aiding Iranian purchases of weapons and c

Frustrated Trump learns he doesn't have the cards on Iran

President Trump faces challenges with Iran. His approach has not yielded desired results. The conflict has impacted global oil prices. Americans

What if your health had a CIBIL-like score? A Hyderabad startup is building it for a decade

ekincare's decade-long bet on structured health data is becoming the backbone of corporate healthcare in India, and the implications go far beyon

Jaipur-Bangkok Flights Suspended Amid Rising Fuel Costs

Jaipur, May 12, 2026 (Udaipur Kiran) Passengers travelling to Thailand from Jaipur have received a major setback after AirAsia temporarily suspe

US asks to keep collecting Trumps tariffs after court loss

The Trump administration has asked a US appeals court to pause a trade court ruling that struck down President Donald Trumps 10% global tariffs,

Heatwave Red Alert in Rajasthan, Barmer Records 47.3C

Jaipur, May 11, 2026 (Udaipur Kiran) Severe heat conditions continue across Rajasthan, with the Meteorological Centre in Jaipur warning that hea

Doctors Remove Rare Heart Tumour in 6-Hour Surgery at RNT

Udaipur, May 12, 2026 (Udaipur Kiran) The Cardiothoracic and Vascular Surgery Department of RNT Medical College successfully performed a complex

'I'll set aside the Iranians for the evening': Trump hosts Rose Garden Club Dinner

Quote of the day by Audrey Hepburn: 'The beauty of a woman is not in a facial mode but the true beauty in a woman is...' - inspiring lessons on true beauty beyond appearance, inner character and lifelong growth by Sabrina and The Nun's Story actress

Quote of the day by Audrey Hepburn: He quote defines true beauty as stemming from the soul, not just physical appearance. Her words emphasize com

Himanta Biswa Sarma set to take oath as Assam CM for second consecutive term today

Sinner Sets up Pellegrino Derby After Cruising into Italian Open Last 16

Sinner meanwhile is trying to extend his own record-breaking run of overall victories in the ATP's top-ranked events after having won his last fi

UAE secretly carrying out attacks on Iran including one targeting oil refinery on Lavan Island: Report

The United Arab Emirates has reportedly conducted military strikes against Iran. These actions, not publicly confirmed by the UAE, allegedly targ

'GST Has A Success Problem': Experts Flag Next Big Challenge For Tax Reform

Experts say the pressure on the GST system is increasing because compliance requirements are becoming more complex and more automated.

Hantavirus: Confirmed cases by nationality

Among living patients, seven cases have been confirmed and an eighth is listed as probable, according to the WHO, the UN health body and certain

No shortage of petro products, avoid panic but follow PM's save-fuel advice: Rajnath at iGoM meet

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh assured citizens that India is prepared for global supply chain disruptions, with ample petroleum products and rob

US releases another wave of emergency oil as gas prices bite

The US has awarded 53.3 million barrels from its Strategic Petroleum Reserve to firms including Trafigura, Marathon Petroleum and Exxon Mobil as

Trump Says Iran Ceasefire on Life Support as Hopes for a Deal Fade

Iran has called for an end to the war on all fronts, including Lebanon, where U.S. ally Israel is fighting Iran-backed Hezbollah militants

Morning Brief Podcast: Parachute to Popcorn: Marico CEO on Acquisitions, Ambition & Attrition

MI Urged To Sack Hardik As Captain, Told About Missed IPL 'Package Deal'

Former Indian cricket team batter Sanjay Manjrekar urged Mumbai Indians to sack Hardik Pandya as their skipper and appoint Jasprit Bumrah in his

US issues new sanctions over Iran's oil shipments to China

The U.S. has imposed sanctions on three individuals and nine companies, including entities in Hong Kong and the UAE, for facilitating Iran's oil

Telangana Police Intensify Investigation into POCSO Case Against Ministers Son

Hyderabad, May 12: The Cyberabad police in Telangana have accelerated their investigation into a POCSO case registered against Bandhi Bhagirath,

Former California mayor secretly worked for China? Ex-Arcadia mayor Eileen Wang pleads guilty in propaganda case tied to Beijing

Eileen Wang: Former Arcadia Mayor Eileen Wang has pleaded guilty to acting as an illegal foreign agent for the Chinese government. She secretly w

Fast & Furious TV Series on Peacock: Release date, cast, will Vin Diesel play iconic role?

Vin Diesel will attend the Cannes screening alongside several of his co-stars from the films. Since the first Fast & Furious movie in 2001, the 1

NO CUMMINS, STARC, HAZLEWOOD FOR PAKISTAN & BANGLADESH TOUR

INDIAN PREMIER LEAGUE | KL RAHUL FIRST IN IPL TO 1,000+ RUNS FOR THREE FRANCHISES MATCH TODAY GUJARAT TITANS VS SUNRISERS HYDERABAD AT 7:30 PM S

Nitin Menon only Indian in ICC Elite Panel

Dubai, May 11: Nitin Menon remains the only Indian in the ICC Elite Panel of Umpires after the governing body on Monday named an unchanged team o

ENGLAND CRICKET MULLING TOUR OF NEPAL

London, May 11: The England cricket team might tour Nepal for a short white-ball series during the 2027-31 cycle, a media report has stated, sugg

Afghanistan explores a new commercial route via Central Asia

K N Pandita knp627@gmail.com In the ongoing Iran war, Russia, the Eurasian superpower, and China, the Asian superpower, have disapproved of Ameri

BARCELONAA SECURE LA LIGA TITLE WITH CLASICO WIN

Barcelona, May 11: Watched by its grieving coach, Barcelona won its second straight Spanish league title and 29th overall with a comfortable 2-0

PSG beat Brest to almost seal Ligue 1 title

Paris, May 11: Desire Doues late goal earned Paris Saint-Germain a 1-0 home win over Brest on Sunday and all but sealed a record-extending 14th L

Arsenal close in on first title in 22 years

London, May 11: Arsenal moved a significant step closer towards ending their long wait for the Premier League title after a dramatic 1-0 victory

Venezuela soon to become America's 51st state? Here's truth to Donald Trump's shocking remarks

Donald Trump has made similar comments about Canada. Rodrguez went on to say that Venezuelan and U.S. officials have been in touch and are workin

Mawlai, Lajong cruise into Mlaya State League last eight

By Our Reporter Shillong, May 11: All five of the big Shillong-based clubs reigning champions Mawlai SC, Shillong Lajong FC, Nongkseh SSCC, Nang

Mebanlamlynti hat-trick powers Meghalaya to big win

By Our Reporter Shillong, May 11: Meghalaya continued their impressive run in the U-20 Mens National Football Championship 2026 with a commanding

ONE-MONTH COUNTDOWN: FIFA WORLD CUP PREPARATIONS GATHER PACE

Mexico City, May 11: With one month remaining before the FIFA World Cup kicks off in Mexico City, organisers across the three host countries are

The ugliest animal on Earth may be humanity's best hope for living longer here's the science

Naked mole rats, known for their longevity and cancer resistance, possess high levels of a protective molecule called HMW-HA. Researchers success

DC Srinagar hands over ambulance to CMO under CSR initiative of IDBI Bank

Excelsior Correspondent SRINAGAR, MAY 11: Deputy Commissioner (DC) Srinagar, Akshay Labroo on Monday handed over a fully equipped ambulance to th

India Inc backs Modis appeal to cut gold buying and foreign travel amid West Asia tensions

Indian businesses are reviewing spending and work-from-home policies after Prime Minister Narendra Modi's call to save foreign exchange and fuel.

U.S. Stock Market set to undergo big correction? Should S&P 500, Nasdaq investors worry? Experts reveal details

U.S. Stock Market: Investors in an S&P 500 index fund may think they are diversified, but this is mostly an illusion. As RBC Wealth Management an

From left, Actors Aasif Sheikh, Shilpa Shinde, director Paritosh Painter and comedian Ali Asgar

From left, Actors Aasif Sheikh, Shilpa Shinde, director Paritosh Painter and comedian Ali Asgar during the premiere of Painters play Tom And Jerr

Daniel Syiem honoured at Influencer Award 2026

By Our Reporter Meghalayas Daniel Syiem honoured at WhosNext2026 Influencer Awards East & Northeast Edition Celebrated Meghalaya fashion designe

Adele Lim promises royal-scale fun in Princess Diaries 3

The Princess Diaries 3 is moving ahead, with director Adele Lim confirming that development is progressing well and that the sequel will bring ba

Colombia Court Orders Full Disclosure About Epstein, Maxwell Visits

Former Colombian president Andres Pastrana, who governed from 1998 to 2002, is mentioned several times in files released by the US Justice Depart

Assams New Cabinet Minister Rameshwar Teli Commits to Serve All Communities

Guwahati, May 12: Former Union Minister and newly elected BJP MLA Rameshwar Teli expressed gratitude towards Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma o

Sopore Police Seizes 23 Drug Traffickers in Ongoing Anti-Drug Campaign

Sopore, May 12: The Sopore Police are actively engaged in a 100-day anti-drug campaign that began on April 11. This initiative aims to combat dru

Canvas developer shares major updates about data linked to 9,000 schools, ShinyHunters' hacking, app's 'Free for Teacher' component

ShinyHunters, a hacking group known for data theft and extortion campaigns targeting major global companies, said in a May 3 post on its website

Alexa Stonehouse Joins England ODI Team Against New Zealand Amid Injury Concerns for E.C. Wong

Northampton, May 12: Uncapped bowler Alexa Stonehouse has been called up to the England womens cricket team as a cover for the ongoing ODI series

As PM Modi appeals, govt & India Inc set to operate on a war footing

India's government is preparing to discuss ways to manage the impact of the West Asia war. Prime Minister Narendra Modi has urged citizens to sav

Humbled Mamta remembers I.N.D.I.A

Anil Anand a.anil.anand@gmail.com The stormy petrel of Indian politics! She truly fits into the bill of this adage. A fighter to the core who ref

Madhya Pradesh Government Supports PMs Appeal for Fuel Savings, Agriculture, and Travel

Bhopal, May 12: The Chief Minister of Madhya Pradesh, Mohan Yadav, urged citizens on Monday to follow the suggestions made by Prime Minister Modi

Big win for BJP in State polls

Brij Bhardwaj newsagency12@gmail.com A new chapter has been written in the history of India with BJP winning elections in two states and one unio

Clashes in Afghanistan Leave Four Dead and 32 Injured

Kabul, May 12: Local media reported that clashes in Afghanistans northeastern Badakhshan province resulted in four fatalities and 32 injuries. Ac

Gaurav Gogoi Urges Assams New Government to Prioritize Public Welfare and Womens Safety

Guwahati, May 12: Gaurav Gogoi, the President of the Assam Pradesh Congress Committee, emphasized on Monday that the newly elected BJP-led govern

New lawyers struggle to survive

Dr Satwant Singh Rissam ssrissam84@gmail.com Ever since demands have been raised to establish a National Law University (NLU) campus in Jammu, I

Rupee crashes 79 paise vs USD

Mumbai, May 11: The rupee tanked 79 paise to settle at its record low of 95.28 against the US dollar on Monday after US President Donald Trump re

Markets fall over high crude oil prices, PM austerity appeal

Mumbai, May 11: Stock markets fell for the third day running on Monday, with the benchmark Sensex tumbling 1,313 points amid rising crude oil pri

Punjab Kings Set a Challenging Target of 211 Runs Against Delhi Capitals in IPL 2026

Dharamshala, May 11: Punjab Kings (PBKS) have set a formidable target of 211 runs for Delhi Capitals (DC) in the ongoing IPL 2026 during the 55th

No power in world can make India bow or succumb under pressure: PM

75 years of inauguration of restored Somnath temple Forces in country continue to prioritise appeasement politics SOMNATH (Gujarat), May 11: Prim

DC beat PBKS by three wickets, keep playoff hopes alive

DHARAMSHALA, May 11:David Miller and captain Axar Patel engineered a record run chase for Delhi Capitals with their counter attacking knocks as t

Omar meets Shah; discusses Statehood, Business Rules, Reservation Policy

Calls for accelerating development, welfare initiatives *Decision on Cabinet expansion at appropriate time Excelsior Correspondent NEW DELHI, May

Bajaj group turns 100, PM lauds a century of nation-building efforts

MUMBAI, May 11: The diversified Bajaj group, having interests in auto and financial services, turned 100 years old on Monday. Prime Minister Nare

Bhupesh Baghel Criticizes Modi Over Economic Concerns Amid Rising Gold Prices

Raipur, May 12: Political reactions have intensified following Prime Minister Narendra Modis appeal for citizens to exercise economic restraint.

India now follows principle of women-led development: Birla

NEW DELHI, May 11: Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla on Monday highlighted the increasing role of women in Indias democratic framework, saying they are

Vinesh targets WFI after being denied competition entry

Gonda (Uttar Pradesh), May 11: A defiant Vinesh Phogats attempt to compete in the National Open Ranking tournament after replying to WFIs show-ca

Following Adh-Kunwari tragedy, PSC on Home Affairs reviews disaster preparedness at Bhawan

Chairman says terror contained, killings stopped *Historic development in J&K after Art 370 abrogation Sanjeev Pargal JAMMU May 11: The Parliamen

Pakistan summons Afghan diplomat over deadly KPK attack

ISLAMABAD, May 11: Pakistan on Monday summoned the Afghan Charge dAffaires and issued a strong demarche over a deadly attack carried out by the T

Srinagar acquires changed look due to ongoing development: Parl Committee

Fayaz Bukhari Srinagar, May 11: A Parliamentary Standing Committee on Housing and Urban Affairs today said Srinagar has acquired a changed look d

India has 60 days of crude, gas stocks; no shortage fears: Govt

NEW DELHI, May 11: The union government today sought to reassure citizens amid rising concerns over the escalating West Asia conflict, asserting

DYSS holds Inter-School sporting activities in Jammu, Udhampur

Excelsior Sports Correspondent JAMMU/UDHAMPUR, May 11: Inter School District Level Selection Trials cum Competitions in Wushu and Boxing for Unde

PM concludes two-day Gujarat with massive roadshow in Vadodara

VADODARA, May 11: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday night held a roadshow in Gujarats Vadodara district, marking the conclusion of his two-d

1557 tonnes per day: J&Ks garbage burden beyond processing capacity

No RDF conversion plants in UT yet *Scientific disposal still a distant goal in several ULBs Mohinder Verma JAMMU, May 11: The Union Territory of

ECI set to roll out phase III of SIR in coming days to cover 22 States, UTs

The poll authority had held back the exercise due to Assembly elections in Kerala, Assam, Puducherry, Tamil Nadu and West Bengal held last month

Ahead of CWG and Asiad, SAI ramps up support for weightlifters

New Delhi, May 11: The Sports Authority of India (SAI) on Monday said close to Rs 1.95 crore is being spent on international exposure and long-du

Rajasthan High Court Questions State Government Over Delay in Local Elections

Jaipur, May 12: The Rajasthan High Court expressed strong dissatisfaction on Monday regarding the state governments failure to conduct panchayat

SAI lists BFI irregularities, suspends assessment camp

New Delhi, May 11: The Sports Authority of India (SAI) has suspended an assessment camp by the Boxing Federation of India in Patiala for irregula

EU To Invite Taliban Officials To Brussels For Migrant Return Talks

As part of a broader tightening of immigration policies, around 20 EU countries are exploring how to return migrants -- particularly those with c

BJP Condemns Attacks on Offices, Calls It a Shameful Act for Democracy

New Delhi, May 12: BJP National General Secretary Tarun Chugh has leveled serious allegations against the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) workers, stating

Congress Leaders to Boycott BJPs Swearing-In Ceremony, Says Gaurav Gogoi

Guwahati, May 12: Gaurav Gogoi, the President of the Assam Pradesh Congress Committee and Lok Sabha MP, announced on Monday that no Congress lead

S&P 500, Nasdaq hit record highs and Dow Jones rises despite soaring oil prices and Trump warning Iran's ceasefire is 'on life support' - here's how US stock market performed on May 11

S&P 500, Nasdaq, Dow Jones today: The S&P 500 and Nasdaq Composite, closed at record highs Monday, driven by continued investment in technology a

Historic Day for Assam as BJP Set to Form Government Again

Guwahati, May 12: Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan described May 12 as a historic day for the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) as Him

Strengthening Ties: Indian Minister Meets Costa Rican Counterpart in San Jose

San Jose, May 12: Indias Minister of State for External Affairs, Pabitra Margerita, met with Costa Ricas Minister of Science, Innovation, Technol

GHADC-o kam kagiparangni dormahako onchina Tura MDC didia

TURA: Garo Hills Autonomous District Council (GHADC)-o kam kagiparangna daalona kingkingan uamangni account-ona dormaharangko chipatkujaenga ine

Transport Deptt orders crackdown on illegal aggregator services including RAPIDO in J&K

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, May 11: The Transport Department of the Jammu and Kashmir Government has ordered a crackdown on unauthorised aggre