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Gang from U.P. involved in using old mobile phones for cybercrime busted in Adilabad, 4 held

State Govt. To Institute PJR Awards

The awards, named after late Congress leader and labour champion P. Janardhan Reddy, will be presented annually on May Day.

Political Buzz in Madhya Pradesh Following Digvijaya Singhs Meetings

Bhopal, May 2: A series of meetings held by senior Congress leader Digvijaya Singh on May 1 has stirred political speculation in Madhya Pradesh.

Hubballi: BJP Targets Congress Over Womens Reservation Bill

Union Minister Pralhad Joshi accused the Congress of being against weaker sections, women and OBCs.

IIT-M reports sharp rise in blackbuck population on campus over six years

It increased from 12 in 2021 to 77 in 2026; IIT-M took stricter measures such as reducing speed limits on campus after wildlife casualties were r

Student groups reject Pakistansremarks on Jamia protests as opportunistic

Work in progress: On the Household social consumption (health) survey

India must strengthen public sector hospital capacity

PM Modi Wishes Quick Recovery for Congress Leader Ajay Rai Hospitalized in Lucknow

Lucknow, May 2: Ajay Rai, the President of the Uttar Pradesh Congress, was admitted to a private hospital in Lucknow after his health suddenly de

AERB issues permission for major equipment erection at Kudankulam Nuclear Power Project

The KKNPP units incorporate many advanced safety features as per the requirements specified by AERB in its Safety Code on Design of Light Water R

Rammohan Naidu Launches 68.39-Crore Projects In Palasa, Ichchapuram

Rammohan Naidu pledged to personally oversee development of the Jadupudi Railway Station.

24-Hour Water Shutdown in Central Hyderabad: These Localities to Face Supply Disruption on Saturday

HMWS&SB maintenance to affect water supply across multiple city circles

Crude, Refining, Distribution: How Retail Price Of Gas Is Calculated

Because the price of crude oil is the largest element, most of the price at the pump is derived from the global oil market.

AP CM Pulls Up Officials Over Poor Public Feedback in Krishna District

Warns departments on performance, urges officials to improve services

PM Modi Wishes Quick Recovery for Congress Leader Ajay Rai

Lucknow, May 2: Uttar Pradesh Congress President Ajay Rai was admitted to a private hospital in Lucknow after his health suddenly deteriorated. R

NEET aspirants, parents in need of tele-counselling urged to contact helplines

Primary league: On the Congress, UDF, 2026 Kerala Assembly elections

In Kerala, the UDF is engaged in ugly manoeuvres for the CMs post

Telangana Secures APEDA Accreditation; Set to Boost Global Organic Exports via TG Organics

The TG Organics app will carry only those farmers whose fields and produce have been inspected and certified by TSSOCA.

Gujarat Focuses on Import Substitution in Fertilizer Sector and Tribal Tourism Development

Surat, May 2: During the Vibrant Gujarat Regional Conference held in Surat, discussions centered on strengthening self-reliance in the fertilizer

DC Edit | Define Time Frame For Safe Abortions

While the victim and her parents pleaded to abort the pregnancy, the Central government backed by medical and legal considerations opposed the pl

Pope Leo Names Former Undocumented Migrant As US Bishop

The Vatican in a statement announced the nomination of 56-year-old Evelio Menjivar-Ayala, currently an auxiliary bishop in Washington.

Coforge closes acquisition of Cigniti after NCLT clearance

Coforge has completed the acquisition of Hyderabad-based Cigniti Technologies after receiving shareholder approval and clearance from the Nationa

B. Sumathi takes charge as Malkajgiri CP

Delivering transparent, efficient and citizen centric policing is my top priority, strengthened with tech driven systems: Senior IPS officer B. S

Mumbai Honors Icons at the 18th Newsmakers Awards 2026

Mumbai, May 2: The 18th Newsmakers Awards 2026 was grandly held in Mumbai on May 1, honoring distinguished personalities from various fields for

Jamshedpur FC Secures Thrilling 2-0 Victory Over FC Goa in ISL Clash

Mumbai, May 2: In a gripping encounter of the Indian Super League (ISL) 2025-26, Jamshedpur FC triumphed over FC Goa with a score of 2-0 on Frida

Odisha Chief Minister Praises Workers, Announces Wage Increase on Labor Day

Bhubaneswar, May 2: Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi commended the relentless efforts and sacrifices of workers, stating that they play a

Gujarat Gaurav Divas Celebrated with Grand Parade and Cultural Performances in Surat

Surat, May 2: Surat became the focal point for the 66th Gujarat Gaurav Divas celebration on May 1. Under the leadership of Governor Acharya Devvr

TG Organics To Boost Farm Incomes

Telangana's digital platform powers organic expansion

Trump Warns of Uncertain Talks with Iran, Military Action Possible

Washington, May 2: U.S. President Donald Trump stated on Friday that negotiations with Iran remain uncertain. He expressed dissatisfaction with t

Trump Warns of Uncertain Talks with Iran, Military Action Still on the Table

Washington, May 2: President Donald Trump stated on Friday that negotiations with Iran remain uncertain. He expressed dissatisfaction with the cu

Harish Says HAM Roads Tenders Inflated, Alleges Corruption

BRS leader claims inflated bids, warns of rising debt burden

Shikha Goel, Avinash Mohanty Assume New Roles

Goel emphasised enhancing coordination among key wings under the home department, including police, prisons, fire services and the directorate of

DC Edit | EC Must Find Better Ways To Conduct Free, Fair Polls

The ready conclusion to be drawn from the 2026 round of state polls is that the Election Commission of India, the equivalent of sports neutral um

Enforcement Directorate Awards 2 Officers Who Were Part Of I-PAC Raids

Assistant Directors Vikram Ahlawat and Prashant Chandila received their commendation certificates from Minister of State for Finance Pankaj Chaud

Why Would I Tell You That? Trump Evades Reporter's Question On Iran Strikes

Trump said that negotiations were ongoing but inconsistent. They get close, and then a new group of people comes in, he said, pointing to shiftin

IPL is a massive platform: Ambrish

Tamil Nadu to experience hotter May, with above-normal rainfall

In its outlook, theIMDhas also outlined the likely impact of increased temperature, including on agriculture, and issued anagrometadvisory

Gear Up with Designs for Tummidihatti Talks with Maharashtra: Uttam

Uttam seeks detailed plans for Tummidihatti barrage talks with Maharashtra

Repolling At 15 Booths In 2 West Bengal Constituencies Today

West Bengal Elections: Repolling At 15 Booths In 2 West Bengal Constituencies Tomorrow

No move to drop Urdu from J&Ks revenue services: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah

Bihar Chief Minister Offers Prayers at Vishnupad Temple on Buddha Purnima

Patna, May 1: Bihar Chief Minister Samrat Chaudhary visited the renowned Vishnupad Temple in Gaya on the auspicious occasion of Buddha Purnima. H

US Military-Run Mission For Gaza Aid Set To Close Soon: Report

The closing of the Civil-Military Coordination Centre (CMCC) in Israel would mark the latest blow to President Donald Trump's Gaza plan

Major Cyber Fraud and Hawala Racket Busted in Bihar, 6.9 Million Seized, 6 Arrested

Patna, May 1: Police in Bihars East Champaran district have dismantled an organized gang involved in cyber fraud and hawala operations. Authoriti

Japan Resumes Oil Purchases from Russia Amid Hormuz Strait Crisis

Tokyo, May 1: Japan has purchased a shipment of oil from Russia, marking the first such transaction since February 2022. This move comes as Japan

Attack on Shia Cleric in Damascus Leaves Him Seriously Injured

Damascus, May 1: A Shia cleric was attacked in the Sayyida Zainab area of Damascus on Friday. Assailants threw a grenade into his car, leaving hi

IPL 2026: Dhoni to return 'any match now'? CSK batting coach drops big comeback hint

Chennai Super Kings fans have reason to cheer as batting coach Michael Hussey hinted at MS Dhoni's imminent return to IPL 2026 action. Dhoni, rec

BJP Legislator Accused of Assaulting Government Engineer in Rajasthan

Jaipur, May 1: A dispute involving a BJP legislator and officials from the Rajasthan Urban Infrastructure Development Project (RUIDP) escalated o

Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister to Inaugurate Indore-Pithampur Corridor on May 3

Bhopal, May 1: Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav has announced a swift advancement of the Indore-Pithampur Economic Corridor project. As

Karnataka High Court quashes RGUHS Syndicates resolution to exclude Senate members from panels for inspection of existing affiliated colleges

Pakistani National Operated Human Trafficking Network in the U.S. via Fake Film Companies

Washington, May 1: A Pakistani national has been revealed to have operated an international human trafficking network, according to the U.S. Depa

Why is my wife always angry? Psychology says it is not random Its a pattern most men miss

Female anger, in particular, is frequently misunderstood because it can mask stress, unmet needs, or emotional overload. Understanding the psycho

Illegal Liquor Trade Cracked Down in Reasi

Reasi, May 1: The Reasi police in Jammu and Kashmir have successfully curbed illegal liquor trade under the ongoing drug-free Jammu and Kashmir c

Political Shake-Up Looms as Yugeendra Pawar Hints at NCP (Ajit Pawar Faction) Joining MVA

Pune, May 1: A statement by Yugeendra Pawar, a leader of the NCP (Ajit Pawar faction), has stirred political circles, suggesting a potential shif

Reasi Police Arrests Individual for Illegal Liquor Trade

Reasi, May 1: The Reasi police in Jammu and Kashmir have successfully cracked down on illegal liquor trade under the ongoing campaign for a drug-

Lokayukta Shuts Prakasam Sand Mining Cases After Probe

The Lokayukta noted that 3 crore has already been recovered from the company in compliance with directions of the High Court of Andhra Pradesh in

Three children injured in drone attack on cricket ground in Pakistan

A drone attack by militants injured three children at a cricket ground in Bajaur, Pakistan. The incident occurred during a match, causing panic.

Uttam Slams Rs 993 LPG Hike, Seeks Rollback

The minister pointed out that commercial LPG cylinders are widely used by hotels, cafes, restaurants, small businesses, and street vendors.

Shinde Claims Impossible Made Possible by Maha Yuti Government

Pune, May 1: Maharashtras Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde launched a direct attack on the Maha Vikas Aghadi (MVA) on Friday, asserting that t

Weather Forecast and Prayer Timings on Saturday, May 2, 2026

Partly cloudy sky. Hazy conditions very likely to prevail during morning hours. Maximum and minimum temperatures are likely to be around 40C and

Bihar Police Uncover Cyber Fraud and Hawala Racket, Seize 6.9 Million

Patna, May 1: Bihars East Champaran district has witnessed a significant crackdown on a cyber fraud and hawala racket. Authorities reported on Fr

Japan Purchases Oil from Russia Amid Hormuz Strait Crisis

Tokyo, May 1: Japan has purchased a shipment of oil from Russia, marking the first such transaction since February 2022. This move comes as Japan

Three injured after car crashes into truck near Padappai

Major fire breaks out at fabrication unit, no casualties reported

Discover the Divine at Gayatri Shakti Peeth Near Dwarka

Dwarka, May 1: India is often referred to as a land of temples, showcasing a blend of devotion and grandeur. One such sacred site is the Gayatri

U.S. Special Envoy Sergio Gore Emphasizes Economic Cooperation During Nepal Visit

Kathmandu, May 1: U.S. Special Envoy for South and Central Asia, Sergio Gore, began his political meetings in Nepal by engaging with Foreign Mini

Delhi Chief Minister Criticizes Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann Over Allegations of Intoxication

New Delhi, May 1: A political controversy has erupted over allegations that Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann appeared in a state of intoxicati

Unorganised workers demand scrapping labour codes, 3% of budget for welfare measures

Major Inspection of Roads and Flyovers in Patna: Strict Deadlines Set for Improvements

Patna, May 1: In a significant move to enhance urban mobility, Pankaj Kumar Pal, Secretary of the Road Construction Department, conducted a compr

May Likely to See Mixed Temperatures, Continued Heat Spells in Parts of Telangana

Hyderabad too remained hot, with temperatures across the city ranging between 42C and 42.5C in areas such as Uppal, Kapra, Serilingampally and Ju

Japan Resumes Oil Purchases from Russia Amid Hormuz Crisis

Tokyo, May 1: Japan has purchased a shipment of oil from Russia for the first time since February 2022. The move comes as Japan seeks to stabiliz

Shobhaa De | Battle Of 2 Drama Queens: Who Will Emerge On Top?

Unfortunately, West Bengal successfully isolated itself from the India Story ages ago. The rather foolish Bengali superiority is so deeply entren

Youth in Rajasthan Focuses on Skill Development Over Degrees: Dharmendra Pradhan

Jaipur, May 1: The Rajasthan government signed several Memorandums of Understanding (MOUs) with institutions such as the English and Foreign Lang

Indias first State-led Centre of Excellence for space tech launched in Bengaluru

The idea is to drive advanced research and innovation in space technologies, industry-aligned training and talent development, startup incubation

Azerbaijan Ends Cooperation with European Parliament Amid Rising Tensions

Baku, May 1: The Milli Majlis, Azerbaijans parliament, voted on Friday to terminate all forms of cooperation with the European Parliament. This d

Senior official penalised for delay in providing information under RTI Act

Petitioner said the holding back of information led to her mothers property being sold to a third party

Coachella 2027 advance ticket sale announced: How to buy, dates, prices, pass types, and and what fans need to know

Coachella 2027 is already building anticipation with advance ticket sales launching months before the official lineup announcement. Scheduled acr

Azerbaijan Ends Cooperation with European Parliament

Baku, May 1: The Milli Majlis, Azerbaijans parliament, voted on Friday to terminate all forms of cooperation with the European Parliament. This d

Hailstorms, Gusty Winds Snap Power Lines, Hit Orchards in Rayalaseema

Gusty winds hit Anantapur, Kadapa; outages, orchard losses reported

Buddha Purnima Observed in Hyderabad

Chief monk Buddhapala Bhikku said devotees marked the occasion by visiting monasteries, meditating, chanting and offering donations.

Will Deploy Appropriate Policy Measures Says RBI Gov

The other risks for the global economy and financial system were rising public debt, geo-economic fragmentation and stretched equity valuations:

DRBCCC Hindu College in Pattabiram granted autonomous status

Delhi CM Criticizes Punjab CM Over Allegations of Intoxication

New Delhi, May 1: A political controversy has erupted following allegations that Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann attended a legislative sessi

US Warns Shippers Against Paying Hormuz Toll, Threatens Sanctions Risks

Tehran has proposed fees or tolls on vessels passing through the Strait of Hormuz as part of its proposals to end the war with US and Israel.

OF CABBAGES AND KINGS | Of Satyajit Ray and Bollywood Mother India & Modern Myths | Farrukh Dhondy

Though the entire event was molto interesting, this column is not, gentle reader, going to bore you with a resume and account of these. Just a wa

AAP Wins Confidence Motion In Punjab Assembly With Clear Majority

The confidence vote comes in the backdrop of a political setback for AAP on April 24, when seven of its 10 Rajya Sabha members, including Raghav

Health dept. moves to rationalise cardiologist posts, doctors rue redeployment policy

The dept. has proposed rationalisation of posts from various government medical college hospitals to ensure optimal utilisation and performance o

U.S.'s Hormuz coalition 'not in competition' with France, U.K.-led bid: French FM

The U.K. and France have led talks on a separate maritime effort, recently holding a meeting with more than 50 countries

Rebels take key military camp in Mali's north

A security source in Gao, south of Tessalit, said o clashes took place during the rebel forces' capture of Tessalit

IPL 2026: KL Rahul, Nissanka Help Delhi Capitals Beat RR By 7 Wickets

Delhi Capitals ended their three-match losing streak with a seven-wicket win over Rajasthan Royals

Nancy Guthrie case update: 3 months later, the case still hinges on unanswered questionshere's what to know

Three months after Nancy Guthrie's abduction from her Arizona home, her whereabouts and captors remain unknown. Authorities are actively investig

European Parliament Condemns Chinas Ethnic Unity Law

Brussels, May 1: The European Parliament has strongly condemned Chinas Ethnic Unity Law, warning that the legislation, set to take effect on July