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Sri Lanka jolts markets with outsized 100-bp rate hike to counter crisis in West Asia

The Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL) raised the overnight policy rate to 8.75% from 7.75%, blaming higher inflation and a depreciating rupee due

Dera chief Ram Rahim granted parole for 16th time since 2017 conviction

The popular Dera Sacha Sauda chief has been granted a 30-day parole; Sikh organisations have previously criticised the repeated grant of parole a

SpaceX debut draws a crowd, but few recent hot IPOs outpace the market

Historical returns for investors buying during the frenzied first day of trading of a stock fare even worse, the analysis showed

Sonny Rollins, saxophonist and restless genius of jazz, dies at 95

Sonny Rollins, the legendary tenor saxophonist known for his bold tone and constant experimentation, passes away at 95

J&K Administration Conducts Anti-Encroachment Drive In Udhampur

Udhampur, May 26: An anti-encroachment drive was carried out by the administration on the Dhar Road near Mian Bagh, which is located close to the

Anthropic's co-founder says AI must be guided from outside Big Tech

AI development is concentrated in a handful of wealthy nations. How can we ensure the gains of AI are shared globally? Chris Olah said

Tourists trapped for hours in Gulmarg cable cars rescued

Around 300 tourists stranded inside 65 suspended gondola cabins in Jammu and Kashmirs Gulmarg were rescued after a massive multi-agency operation

Harsh Goenka is super impressed with Japanese school lunches that even Americans admire. Watch viral video

A viral video shared by Harsh Goenka highlights Japan's exceptional school lunch system, emphasizing strict hygiene, meticulous nutrition plannin

Hormuz critical for economy, energy security: Australia's FM Wong at QUAD joint presser

Quad Foreign Ministers meet: Indo-Pacific must remain driver for global growth: Jaishankar

In his opening remarks at the Quad Foreign Ministers' meeting, EAM S. Jaishankar specifically called for rusted and transparent partnerships to

Stock markets turn flat after falling in early trade

Sensex declined to 76,224.14 and Nifty dipped to 24,004.10 in opening trade

India, US seal critical minerals and rare earths pact amid global supply chain race

India and the US on Tuesday signed a critical minerals and rare earths agreement aimed at strengthening supply chains for key industrial resource

Quads 5-step push for Indo-Pacific cooperation unveiled at Delhi meeting

The Quad grouping has launched five new initiatives for enhanced cooperation. These focus on maritime surveillance, port infrastructure, energy s

Kim vows to irreversibly cement North Koreas nuclear status, calls South most hostile

Analysts say Mr. Kims vilification of South Korea reflects his view that Seoul, which helped arrange his first meetings with Trump in 2018 and 20

North Korea launches ballistic missiles toward sea

South Korea says North Korea has launched multiple ballistic missiles toward the Norths eastern waters

TN DYFI holds Cockroach Rally in Dindigul over NEET paper leak and unemployment

CNG Price Hiked By Rs 2 Per Kg

NEW DELHI, May 26: CNG price in the national capital was hiked by Rs 2 per kg on Tuesday, the fourth increase in less than two weeks. CNG will no

IPL 2026 Final Date and Time: Venue, ticket booking, prices, live streaming updates; Qualifier 1 to decide first finalist today

IPL 2026 Final: The IPL 2026 playoffs commence today with Royal Challengers Bengaluru, Sunrisers Hyderabad, Gujarat Titans, and Rajasthan Royals

Indian Restaurant Congress Goes Global with Landmark London Edition During India Week 2026

Scale Media International Ltd, in association with Franchise India and Entrepreneur APAC, brings Restaurant Indias flagship hospitality platform

T.N. CM Vijay allows five shows a day for new films

Theatres are allowed to run five daily shows on local festival days, public holidays, Saturdays, and Sundays

Indo-Pacific Must Remain Driver For Global Growth: Jaishankar At Quad Meet

NEW DELHI, May 26: The Indo-Pacific must remain a driver for global growth and stability, and the Quad must work towards ensuring maritime securi

War of words intensified in U.P. over power cuts in peak summer

Thegovernment failed to take immediate measures to address the hardships and difficulties faced by the public regarding electricity supply, says

Stock Markets Recover From Early Losses To Trade Flat

From the 30-Sensex firms, Eternal, Infosys, State Bank of India, ICICI Bank, Bharat Electronics and Maruti were among the major winners.

Massive Anti-Terror Search Operation Continues For Fourth Day In Rajouris Gambhir Mughlan Forests

Rajouri, May 26: A massive cordon-and-search operation (CASO) by security forces entered its fourth consecutive day on Tuesday in the dense fores

30 Injured as Private Bus Overturns on NH-44 Near Gooty

Bus from Hyderabad to Anantapur flips thrice while trying to avoid lorry; 10 passengers in critical condition

Tech firms rethink global capability centers hiring in India as AI shifts skill demand

The shift towards niche skills has upended early-career hiring, with executives saying that traditional entry-level roles could shrink as AI take

Rupee Drops 17 Paise To 95.43 Against US Dollar In Early Trade

At the interbank foreign exchange market, the rupee opened at 95.43 against the US dollar, down 17 paise from its previous close.

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India's prized Alphonso mango crop ruined by weather

A sharp difference in day and nighttime temperatures in December and January hurt flowering and fruit setting, while hotter than usual weather in

I'm Jealous Of Vijay: Pawan Kalyan Quips He Roamed Streets For 15 Years

Vijay, who launched his party TVK in 2024, secured 108 seats and became the largest party in 2026 Tamil Nadu elections.

Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah, DCM Shivakumar reach Delhi amid leadership change buzz

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah and Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar are in New Delhi for important meetings. Discussions are underway r

Iran's national soccer team to commute to World Cup games from Mexico after US refusal, says Sheinbaum

Iran's national soccer team will not stay in the United States during the World Cup. Instead, they will be based in Mexico. The team will travel

The Curious Case Of An Award-Winning Story That Is Likely AI-Written

A short story that won one of the English-speaking world's most recognised literary prizes is now at the centre of an uncomfortable AI debate.

China, Pakistan reach 'new broad consensus' on boosting ties

China and Pakistan have forged a new understanding to strengthen their strategic alliance. Both nations will focus on advancing the China-Pakista

Kerala HSE 12th Result 2026: How To Check Scores Via Saphalam And PRD Live App

Students can check Kerala HSE results online via official websites, Saphalam KITE app, and PRD Live app after declaration.

Hantavirus Case Confirmed Among Quarantined Spaniards

Madrid, May 26 (IANS) The Spanish Ministry of Health confirmed a new positive case of hantavirus among the 14 Spaniards who were among the passen

How Gamers Are Beating The RAM Price Surge

Gamers are outsmarting soaring RAM prices by using single memory sticks with modern processors that have superior built-in caches, allowing them

US Zoo Closure Leaves 'Mermaid' Jobless: 'There's Nowhere Else'

Mermaid performer Angie Cunningham loses her job as Blue Zoo Aquarium shuts in Des Moines, Iowa.

Dera Chief Ram Rahim Walks Out Of Jail On 30-Day Parole

Chandigarh, May 26: Dera Sacha Sauda chief Gurmeet Ram Rahim Singh, serving a 20-year sentence for raping two women disciples, walked out of Suna

Dera chief Gurmeet Ram Rahim Singh out on 30-day parole, marks 16th release since conviction

Dera Sacha Sauda chief Gurmeet Ram Rahim Singh, jailed for sexual assault, has received a 30-day parole. This is his sixteenth temporary release

Iran accuses US of 'war crime' after 24 killed in alleged missile strike on Lamerd Sports Hall

Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Esmail Baghaei on Tuesday accused the US of committing a despicable war crime following a missile strike on

Woman killed, husband injured in wild elephant attack in Keralas Wayanad

Local residents said the presence of a wild elephant was detected in the area two weeks ago

Rubio says Iran deal still possible within days despite U.S. strikes

Marco Rubio said the Hormuz Strait is going to be open one way or the other, so they need to be open

Priyanka Chopra Spotted with Namrata Shirodkar and Sitara Amid Varanasi Shoot

Slated for a theatrical release, Varanasi is scheduled to hit the big screens on 7 April 2027.

Students Protest At Gauhati University Over Fee Hike, Admission Charges

Students protest fee hike and demand free admission at Gauhati University, blocking national highway.

Messi diagnosed with left hamstring fatigue, return plan uncertain

After undergoing further medical tests this Monday, the initial diagnosis indicates an overload associated with muscle fatigue in his left hamstr

Starbucks sees sharp drop in Korean sales after 'Tank Day' marketing backlash

Starbucks Korea sales have dropped significantly. This follows a marketing campaign that caused public anger. The campaign was linked to the Gwan

Haryana TET Exam Dates Out: Check Nature And Standard Of Questions As Per Official Guidelines

Candidates must note that the HTET 2025 questions will be based on the prescribed books and syllabus by the NCERT.

Can Drinking Phalsa Sharbat Benefit Heart Health? Doctors Explain

Phalsa sharbat can support heart health due to its rich nutritional profile. Dr Sanjay Verma and Dr Brunda explain why consuming phalsa sharbat i

QatarEnergy extends force majeure to mid-August, Italian Edison looks to US for replacements

QatarEnergy has prolonged its force majeure on LNG shipments to Italian utility Edison. This impacts supply and Edison's financial performance. T

Quad Foreign Ministers Meeting in New Delhi | India US Japan Australia

Rajnath Singh praises rescue teams after 300 stranded tourists safely evacuated from Gulmarg

Defense Minister Rajnath Singh announced the successful evacuation of 300 tourists stranded in Gulmarg's cable car after a technical glitch halte

Quad foreign ministers meet in Delhi to discuss Indo-Pacific security, supply chains and maritime cooperation

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio met with Australian, Indian, and Japanese counterparts in New Delhi. The Quad grouping aims to regain strategic

Abraham Accords explained: What it means and why Pakistan is rattled by Trumps push

Abraham accords means: The Abraham Accords, a 2020 normalization agreement between Israel and several Arab nations, are being revived by Donald T

Woman Sent To Portugal's Toughest Prison After Children Abandoned In Woods

A French mother and her partner have been imprisoned in Portugal after allegedly abandoning two young children in the woods as part of a cruel ga

IIT Bombay Releases UCEED and CEED 2027 Exam Date, Exams on January 17

UCEED and CEED 2027 will be conducted on January 17, 2027, in a single shift. IIT Bombay will start applications through the official website soo

New study detected at least 1.4L in 2025 alone; 2nd paper in Lancet flags issue in biomed journals

What are the Abraham Accords and who signed it? Full list of countries

U.S. President Donald Trump called on Muslim-majority nations to normalise relations with Israel as part of ongoing peace efforts with Iran.

NMC Extends Internship Permission in Non-Teaching Hospitals Till 2028, Relief for FMGs

Foreign medical graduates and states facing internship seat shortages have received a significant reprieve. The National Medical Commission has e

UP government extends role of gram pradhans as administrators after panchayat tenure ends

As the five-year tenure of Uttar Pradesh's gram panchayats wraps up on Tuesday, the state government steps in by designating outgoing gram pradha

EU plans to fine Google high triple-digit million euro sum: Report

The decision is nearing completion and is expected to be announced before the summer break, the German paper said

Kerala Plus Two Result 2026 out today at keralaresults.nic.in: Check steps to download scorecard, alternative websites, pass percentage and more

DHSE Plus 2 Result 2026 link: Kerala Plus Two results are scheduled for release today, May 26. Over 4.5 lakh students can check their Class 12 bo

End Game In Siddaramaiah vs Shivakumar Battle? Congress' Big Meet Today

Senior Congress leaders including Mallikarjun Kharge and Rahul Gandhi will meet Siddaramaiah to discuss the Karnataka leadership dispute.

India to host Quad foreign ministers meeting in New Delhi: Key points

Iran Takes Swipe at Rubio Over Taj Mahal Visit

Rubio, accompanied by his wife, visited the UNESCO World Heritage Site in Agra and shared photographs from the visit on social media

Giribala Singh Demanded Rs 2 Lakh At Vidai: CBI FIR In Twisha Sharma Death

The CBI is now investigating dowry death, harassment, conspiracy, and other possible offences in this case.

CNG price hiked by 2 per kg; fourth hike in less than two weeks

CNG will now cost 83.09 per kg, according to Indraprastha Gas Ltd

Israel's military says it's striking Hezbollah sites as Netanyahu vows to 'increase the blows'

Israel intensified its air strikes on Hezbollah locations in Lebanon's Bekaa Valley. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu vowed further attacks. Hez

'I Lost My Daughter, Mamata Banerjee Lost Her Chair': RG Kar Victim's Mother

BJP MLA Ratna Debnath met Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari seeking justice for her daughter's RG Kar rape-murder case.

Irans nuclear dust can be destroyed in US or another location under IAEA supervision: Trump

Trump's comment marks a shift in his repeated statements that Iran hand over its enriched uranium to the US as a sticking point of any potential

China deploys humanoid robot for urban management enforcement in Shanghai

The pilot program began at the Zhangjiang AI Innovation Town in Shanghais Pudong District, deploying Shanghai-based firm AgiBots Lingxi X2 robot

CNG Prices Rise by Rs 2 in Delhi, Fourth Hike in 15 Days

CNG will now cost Rs 83.09 per kg in the national capital

Enhanced Games awards USD 1 million bonus for world record swim

Gkolomeev, who failed to make the podium in four Olympics, posted a time of 20.81 seconds in the 50 metres freestyle

17 killed after speeding bus crashes into parked vehicle in Pakistan

The accident took place on the Swat Expressway in Mardan districtac

Tamil Nadu CM Vijay Permits All Theatres Across State to Screen 5 Shows Per Day

Accordingly, all theatres in Tamil Nadu will now be permitted to screen five shows per day for seven days from the release date of newly released

Albino buffalo nicknamed Donald Trump draws Eid crowds in Bangladesh

Stock Market LIVE Updates, Sensex Today: Markets To Open Muted As US Launches 'Self-Defence' Strikes On Iran

Stock Market, Sensex, Share Market, Nifty LIVE Updates:

How VinFast's Ecosystem Strategy Won Over Indian Aftersales Partners

What Indian partners saw in Vietnam was not simply factory scale, but a full EV ecosystem designed to make long-term ownership feel viable. That

Monsoon Delay Likely in Telangana, Southwest Rains Expected After June 5

In the wake of El Nio's impact, the movement of monsoon has slowed down and predicted less rainfall than the normal this year: IMD

Canada Working Fast For Game Changer Trade Deal With India

Canada and India have been in trade talks since 2010. Talks were shut down by Ottawa in 2023 after Canadian authorities alleged that India was in

Manipur: Hundreds of Nagas protest in Imphal demanding release of six civilians

More than 38 people were abducted and held hostage by armed groups in Kangpokpi and Senapati districts on May 13

Pope Leo XIV apologises for Vaticans historical role in legitimising slavery

Pope Leo XIV called the Vaticans record a wound in Christian memory. Past popes have apologised for involvement of Christians in trans-Atlantic s

mid-day Opinion: A teacher is not a machine

Census duties burden teachers whose focus should be on students; they trudge up buildings and through streets to collect SIR data

Weather Today LIVE: Heatwave Likely To Continue Over Central, Northwest India For Next Few Days

Weather Updates Today, Heatwave, IMD Alert LIVE Updates:

Kerala Plus Two Result 2026 Today at 3 PM: Know Ways to Check Marksheet

Kerala Plus Two Result 2026: Students will be able to check their marksheets through the official result portal, DigiLocker, Mobile apps, and SMS

Piyush Goyal, Mark Carney Discuss Boosting India-Canada Ties

Goyal said he met Carney and conveyed greetings from Prime Minister Narendra Modi while discussing ways to strengthen ties between the two countr

Petrol Costliest In Telangana, Revanth Reddy Under Fire Over High Tax

BRS Deputy Floor Leader T Harish Rao has written an open letter to Chief Minister Revanth Reddy demanding an immediate reduction in VAT on petrol

mid-day Opinion: Surprise checks must be consistent to be effective

The team reviewed key civic infrastructure and public amenities on the ground

mid-day Opinion: Magic from the mundane

Ruskin Bond turned 92 last week. Going by his prolific body of work, its no wonder that the simple things remain his biggest inspiration

Technical snag halts Gulmarg cable car service, tourists rescued safely

Operations of both phases of the Gulmarg cable car service, popularly known as Gondola, were suspended following malfunction