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Thiruvanchur Radhakrishnan Elected as Kerala Assembly Speaker in Historic Triangular Contest

Thiruvananthapuram, May 22: In a blend of parliamentary tradition and political drama, veteran Congress legislator Thiruvanchur Radhakrishnan was

Why Did Congress Oppose Delimitation Bill?: Nara Lokesh to Chidambaram

Lokesh said the NDA had attempted to address the imbalance through the Delimitation Bill and a proportionate increase in parliamentary seats for

CBSE second board exam result date 2026: Check expected Class 10 scorecard release date

CBSE Exam Class 10 Result: CBSE second board exam result date 2026: CBSE Class 10 second board exam results for 2026 are expected soon. Students

Hyderabad Ponzi Case: ED Arrests Nowhera Shaik In Gurugram

A special PMLA court in Hyderabad issued a non-bailable warrant against her on May 7 but she was not traceable at her Hyderabad address. An intel

Mouni Roy Celebrates Best Friend Trishas Birthday with Heartfelt Tribute

Mumbai, May 22: Actress Mouni Roy shared a touching post on Friday to celebrate the birthday of her close friend, Trisha Gokuldas. The Instagram

Agitation for separate Dharwad corporation receives more support, citizens install new board

The indefinite agitation demanding bifurcation of the Hubballi-Dharwad Municipal Corporation enters the seventh day

Trump-backed push for deep-sea mining 'unlawful': international regulator to AFP

Deep-sea mining companies face legal challenges if they proceed with plans to extract minerals from the ocean floor. The International Seabed Aut

Indonesia Expands Control Over Critical Commodities, Reshaping Global Exports

The new regulation announced to parliament Wednesday by Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto mandates that a recently set up state-owned enterpr

NATO meeting: Marco Rubio embarks on another mission to ease tensions with allies

Senior Pentagon officials are also expected to brief the 32-nation alliance on plans for the U.S. military's commitment to European defence at th

PM, Education Minister Must Be Held Accountable For Cover Up: Cong On NTA Claims On NEET Exam

NEW DELHI, May 22: The Congress on Friday said it was shocked over claims made by top NTA officials that the NEET exam paper was not leaked, and

Dashanan: di

Dr. Suman K Kasturi sumankasturi@gmail.com This book, titled Dashanan: di, represents a unique endeavour that involvedly weaves together element

Who gets what in Vijays Tamil Nadu Cabinet as Congress, VCK, IUML join power table

Tamil Nadu's political landscape has shifted with Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay forming a 35-member coalition ministry. This new government inclu

Padma Shri Award for Gafaruddin Mewati Jogi: A Lifetime of Dedication Recognized

Alwar, May 22: Gafaruddin Mewati Jogi has been selected for the prestigious Padma Shri award for his exceptional skill in playing the bhapang, a

Pradhan, Puri, Sitharaman face Opposition heat over NEET paper leak, fuel crisis and rupee fall

IPL 2026: Punjab Kings seek must-win victory over LSG to keep IPL playoff hopes alive

Punjab Kings face a must-win clash against Lucknow Super Giants to keep their IPL playoff hopes alive after a disappointing slump following a str

Soumik Dattas show Melodies In Slow Motion reminds the audience to listen to Nature and breathe

Do cicadas sing? What sound does the crab make when it walks? Soumik Dattas Melodies in Slow Motion in Chennai brings heightened awareness to the

Capital Group Increases Investment in Adani Group, Reduces Stake in Reliance: Report

New Delhi, May 22: Recent trends show a significant shift in foreign companies investment strategies towards major business houses in India. The

The Road, the Rage and the Rickshaw

A Field Guide to Indian Drivers Nimit Suri nimitsuri150@gmail.com If my great-great-grandfather were to descend from heaven today, he would be pl

Ebola: Kerala to monitor travellers from affected nations for 21 days

State Rapid Response Team, which met under the chairmanship of Health Minister K. Muraleedharan, said the measure was being adopted as an additio

Sajjanar Forms SIT to Probe Crimes Linked to Nepali Gangs

The development follows the recent murder of the wife of a retired IPS officer in Jubilee Hills and other incidents where such gangs are allegedl

Spotify Strikes Deal with Universal for Fan AI Remixes

The deal puts Spotify in direct competition with Suno and Udio, the two dominant AI music apps on the market, both of which have been posting str

Bihar districts cut school hours as temperatures cross 40C

The order further stated that classes for students from Classes 6 to 8 would be permitted only till 10.30 a.m.

Founders parents lose sleep as Cockroach sets social media on fire

The parents said they have lost their sleep after learning about Abhijeets move

Court Delays Charges Against Lalu Prasad Yadav in Money Laundering Case

New Delhi, May 22: A Delhi court has postponed its decision regarding the charges against Lalu Prasad Yadav, his family members, and other accuse

It's time for a Bihar IPL team: Vedanta chairman Anil Agarwal says players like Ishan Kishan and Vaibhav Suryavanshi could produce best team in the world

Vedanta chairman Anil Agarwal is advocating for an IPL franchise for Bihar, emphasizing the state's rich cricketing talent and its right to a nat

SC To Hear Next Week Plea Against CBSEs Policy Making Three-Language Study Compulsory In Class 9

NEW DELHI, May 22: The Supreme Court on Friday said it would hear next week a plea challenging the CBSE policy which has made study of three lang

Technical snag disrupts underground Metro services in Mumbai

The disruption lasted for 40-50 minutes and affected office-goers during rush hour, with passengers accusing the authorities of not sharing timel

Rubina Dilaik Opens Up About the Struggles of Balancing Motherhood and Career

Mumbai, May 22: Actress Rubina Dilaik is navigating the challenging balance between her career and motherhood. Since becoming a mother, she often

Gujarat to Hold Rajya Sabha Elections on June 18, Congress Faces Setback

Gandhinagar, May 22: The Election Commission of India has announced the biennial elections for four Rajya Sabha seats in Gujarat. Voting will tak

She helped build the AI that replaced her: Viral Meta layoff post sparks fear over future of white-collar jobs

Meta layoffs: Meta's recent 8,000 job cuts coincide with a significant shift of over 7,000 employees to AI roles. A viral post alleges employees

Supreme Court to hear plea against CBSE's policy making three-language study compulsory in Class 9 next week

The Supreme Court will hear a plea next week challenging the CBSE's new policy. This policy makes studying three languages compulsory for Class 9

India Logs Peak Power Demand, Hits 270.82 GW Amid Rising Temperatures

Peak consumption of power touched 270.82 GW on Thursday due to rising temperatures and heavier use of cooling appliances

U.S. Lawmakers Introduce Bill to Assess Biotechnology Workforce Amidst Competition with China

Washington, May 22: Two U.S. lawmakers, one Republican and one Democrat, have introduced a new proposal aimed at evaluating the availability of s

New Yorkers To Get 1000 FIFA World Cup Tickets at USD 50: Mamdani

We are making sure that working people will not be priced out of the game that they helped to create, Mamdani said

Enhanced Security Measures at Bhojshala Amid Court Ruling

Indore, May 22: Following a ruling by the Madhya Pradesh High Court, Friday marks the first time prayers will not be held at Bhojshala. The compl

What Kind Of Selection Is This?: Ajit Agarkar Blasted By Ex India Captain For Ignoring Auqib Nabi

Auqib Nabi wasn't picked for India's Test squad despite taking 60 wickets in Jammu & Kashmir's triumphant Ranji Trophy season.

Will you take help from foreign powers to break country?: Nishikant Dubey alleges CJP founder linked to AAP

BJP MP Nishikant Dubey has raised concerns over the digital activist Abhijeet Dipke, highlighting the controversial 'Cockroach Janta Party' onlin

Trump 'slush fund' sinks Senate Immigration Bill

The collapse was a significant setback for Mr. Trump and party leaders, who had hoped to pass roughly $70 billion in funding for Immigration and

Parents, students challenge CBSE three-language rule for Class 9

The senior advocate sought a hearing on May 25, 2026. The CJI said the petition would be listed next week before the appropriate Bench

MMK resolves to contest on its own symbol in future elections in Tamil Nadu

The MMK was allotted two seats by the DMK Manapparai and Nagappatinam and it contested both on the DMKs Rising Sun symbol. This prevented the p

Pakistan Announces ODI Squad for Australia Series, Babar and Rauf Return

New Delhi, May 22: The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has announced a 15-member squad for the upcoming three-match ODI series against Australia. Sh

'We do not want him in politics': Parents of Cockroach Janata Party founder Abhijeet Dipke fear arrest

Parents of 'Cockroach Janta Party' founder Abhijeet Dipke express deep anxiety over his viral political satire platform, fearing legal trouble an

Who is Shashikant Suthar, the chemistry teacher who exposed the alleged NEET paper leak scandal?

The NEET-UG 2026 examination has been cancelled following allegations of a paper leak. A Rajasthan-based teacher's discovery of a leaked paper wi

The Bhojshala Ruling Raises a Larger Question: Can Courts Reinterpret History?

What is striking is that the order never engages with the most obvious constitutional problem it creates:

'Where is her husband?': Twisha Sharma's brother questions whereabouts after Samarth Singh missing for 10 days

Twisha Sharma's family questions husband Samarth Singh's anticipatory bail plea amid dowry harassment and suicide allegations. They accuse his mo

Sanvika Embraces a Grey Character in Looteri Dulhan After Panchayat Success

Mumbai, May 22: After portraying the innocent Rinki in the web series Panchayat, actress Sanvika is set to take on a grey character in the upcomi

Gonorrhoea and Syphilis Cases Hit Record High Across Europe: Report

Cases of gonorrhoea and syphilis, alongside congenital syphilis, reached their highest levels in over a decade, reflecting sustained transmission

How to use lemongrass oil to keep lizards away: Easy tricks to stop these unwanted guests from climbing your walls

Lemongrass oil offers a natural way to deter house lizards by masking their scent attractants and reducing insect prey. Its strong citrus aroma,

Delhi Govt issues strict guidelines against illegal animal sacrifice ahead of Bakri Eid

Delhi government announces strict rules for Bakri Eid. Animal sacrifice of certain animals is illegal. Sacrificing animals in public places is al

Hello, Goodbye: Stephen Colbert Signs Off From Late Show

But one A-lister who eluded the comic to the end was the pope, whom Colbert, a devout Catholic, had long touted as his dream guest.

Air Indias Future Challenges: CEO Campbell Wilsons Insights

Mumbai, May 22: Air Indias current CEO, Campbell Wilson, has stated that the next four years will be as challenging for the airline as previous y

Focus on infrastructure, agricultural productivity, developing clusters for export: U.P. State Transformation Commission CEO

Will SpaceX's IPO fund life on Mars and a trillionaire?

SpaceX is launching history's biggest public listing, propelling Elon Musk's wealth into the stratosphere. DW explores whether the firm's out-of-

How Twisha Sharma's Death Has Brought The Invisible Emotional Abuse To Front

Advocate Audrey D'Mello added that immense shame is attached to speaking about abuse in middle- and upper-middle-class families.

'Emily in Paris': Lily Collins Announces Season 6 as Final Chapter

Making 'Emily in Paris' with this extraordinary cast and crew has been the trip of a lifetime, said series creator Darren Star.

ED Launches Major Raid in Kolkata Over Alleged Land Fraud Linked to Sona Pappu

Kolkata, May 22: The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has initiated a significant search operation in connection with the alleged land fraud case inv

Anthropic in talks to use Microsoft's AI chips: Report

A partnership between the two companies would mark a significant win for Microsoft

Senior Congress leader Thiruvanchoor Radhakrishnan elected Kerala Assembly Speaker

Thiruvanchoor Radhakrishnan has been elected Speaker of the 16th Kerala Legislative Assembly. He secured 101 votes. A C Moideen received 35 votes

Iran In Talks With Oman For Permanent Hormuz Toll System

Situated between Iran to its north and Oman to the south, the strait connects the Persian Gulf to the Indian Ocean and normally handles a fifth o

Zubeen Garg Case: High Court to Hear Bail Plea of Festival Organizer Today

Guwahati, May 22: The Guwahati High Court is set to hear the bail application of Shyamkanu Mahanta today. He is accused in the case concerning th

Watch: Rubio cautiously optimistic ahead of Pakistan talks in Tehran

Congress leader Thiruvanchoor Radhakrishnan elected Kerala Speaker

In the elections held to Speakers post, Thiruvanchoor won 101 votes, while A.C. Moideen of Opposition LDF and B.B. Gopakumar of BJP-led NDA won 3

Google, Meta, TikTok hit by EU consumer complaints about handling of financial scams

The move highlights growing pressure worldwide on Big Tech to do more to address the negative impacts of social media

IPL 2026: Chennai Super Kings captain Ruturaj Gaikwad fined for slow over-rate

The defeat also ended the five-time champions' slim hopes of qualifying for the last four

Tamil Nadu Expands Cabinet with Two New Ministers Approved by Governor

Chennai, May 22: The Tamil Nadu government has initiated the process of expanding its cabinet. The Chief Minister has recommended the inclusion o

Rupee Rises 18 Paise to 96.18 Against US Dollar in Early Trade

Foreign Institutional Investors offloaded equities worth Rs 1,891.21 crore on a net basis on Thursday, according to exchange data.

JEE Advanced 2026 Response Sheet Out: Check Answer Key And Result Schedule

JEE Advanced 2026 Response Sheet released at jeeadv.ac.in. Check the answer key date, result schedule, objection window, and download steps here.

Constitution not a privilege of few cosmopolitans, belongs to every citizen: CJI Surya Kant

The Constitution is not a privilege of a few cosmopolitans who can afford cost-bearing processes and engage the best of the brains to assert some

The Power of Padmasana: A Natural Remedy for Body and Mind

New Delhi, May 22: In todays fast-paced world, time is scarce and workloads are heavy, leading to common issues like mental stress and lack of co

NEET UG 2026 Fee Refund Link Active Soon, Check Refund Amount And Steps To Claim

NEET UG 2026 Fee Refund: Candidates will be able to submit their banking details to receive the refund amount directly in their bank accounts.

Pakistan to issue commemorative coin to mark 75 years of ties with China

Pakistan is releasing a special 75 rupee coin to celebrate 75 years of diplomatic ties with China. This marks a significant milestone in their en

Power outages recorded in Ukraine's Russia-controlled Zaporizhzhia region, media say

Russia-appointed head of the parts of the Southern Kherson region held by Russian forces, Vladimir Saldo, said on Telegram that nine areas were c

Bengaluru Homeowner Reveals Dark Side Of Buying Flat In City: 'Left A Bad Taste'

Bengaluru homeowner shares the harsh realities of buying and living in a flat, including corruption and maintenance issues.

Cockroach Janta Party has nearly 80% followers from Pakistan, Bangladesh and Turkey, claim netizens; potential bot activity suspected

Cockroach Janta Party followers: A new Gen-Z group, Cockroach Janta Party (CJP), has rapidly gained millions of Instagram followers, surpassing t

Warmer morning in Delhi at 29C minimum temperature; heatwave continues

Delhi's AQI stood at 226 in the 'poor' category at 9 a.m.

PM Modi to Hold Bilateral Talks with Cyprus President Today

New Delhi, May 22: Prime Minister Modi will engage in discussions with Cyprus President Nikos Christodoulides today in New Delhi. The meeting aim

'I HATE MICHAEL': Satya-maker Ram Gopal Varma on why he 'hates' Michael Jackson

Filmmaker Ram Gopal Varma penned an emotional note on Michael Jackson. He recalled the shock of Jackson's death and the profound impact the pop i

Forecast of rain in Bengaluru till May 25, yellow alert issued

Heavy rain on May 21 evening had disrupted normal life in several parts of the city

Over 300 Heatstroke Cases Reported In Andhra Pradesh As Heatwave Intensifies

Andhra Pradesh records 48.1C with rising heatstroke cases amid severe heatwave warnings

'Pakistan spy': Who is this Punjab man accused of installing CCTV on highway only to send Indian army movement footage to enemy?

A man from Pathankot, Punjab, was arrested for allegedly spying for Pakistan-based handlers by installing an internet-enabled CCTV camera to moni

'If You Have Guts...: Bhojshala Cop's Friday Warning Goes Viral

On the first Friday since the high court ruling on Bhojshala, the district administration is not taking any chances.

Delhi-NCR taxi, auto unions strike enters second day over fare revision

Commercial vehicle operators and taxi unions in Delhi-NCR are on a 72-hour strike. They protest rising fuel and CNG prices. Drivers demand fare r

Maharashtra and Tamil Nadu Announce Rajya Sabha By-Elections on June 18

New Delhi, May 22: The Election Commission of India has announced by-elections for two Rajya Sabha seats in Maharashtra and Tamil Nadu. These sea

Meet The Key Allies Of Elon Musk Set To Turn Billionaires After SpaceX IPO

Aside from Musk, the individual with the largest directly held position reported on the company's prospectus is Luke Nosek, a co-founder of PayPa

EC Announces Rajya Sabha Polls For 24 Seats On June 18

NEW DELHI, May 22: The Election Commission on Friday announced polls for 24 Rajya Sabha seats on June 18. In a statement, the EC said the electio

Gold and Silver Trade in Limited Range Amid Global Instability

Mumbai, May 22: Gold and silver opened with slight declines on Friday, trading within a limited range amid ongoing global instability. On the Mul

California governor orders a plan to cope with AI job upheaval

The executive order will mobilise state agencies, experts, universities and industry leaders to develop policies

Who Is Abhijeet Dipke, Founder Of Online Sensation Cockroach Janta Party

The Cockroach Janta Party, or the CJP, a satirical digital outfit, has more than 19 million followers on Instagram.

Power outages hit Russia-controlled Zaporizhzhia region in Ukraine, media say

Emergency power blackouts struck the Russia-controlled Zaporizhzhia region on Friday, while parts of southern Kherson experienced electricity out

Stock Markets Recover in Early Trading

Hopes of progress in the US-Iran peace negotiations also added to markets' optimism.