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SC Orders Establishment Of Special Courts For Expeditious Trial In NIA Cases

NEW DELHI, May 8: The Supreme Court on Friday directed that at least one special court be established to deal with 10 to 15 pending trials in cas

Suvendu Adhikari Set To Become First BJP Chief Minister of West Bengal

The swearing-in ceremony of the new BJP government will be held at Brigade Parade Ground on May 9

BJP government formation in West Bengal: Suvendu Adhikari elected as legislature party leader, set to take oath as CM on May 9

Senior BJP leader Suvendu Adhikari has been formally elected as the leader of the BJP legislature party in West Bengal. This development paves th

From political defection to murder: Jayakanthans story on shifting loyalties

Jayakanthan writes that the poor, who become victims of politicians machinations, live with hungry stomachs, stoves that rarely burn and huts wit

Indian Construction Equipment Industry Sees 31.5% Export Growth in FY 2026

New Delhi, May 8: The Indian construction equipment industry has shown resilience in FY 2026, recording a remarkable 31.5% increase in exports de

New Regulations to Enhance IPL Transparency and Player Safety, Says Rajeev Shukla

Lucknow, May 8: Rajeev Shukla, Vice President of the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI), announced that the governing body is implement

TVK and Congress cadres stage protest

Large-Scale Banking Fraud Involving Anil Ambanis ADAG Requires Thorough Probe, Says SC

NEW DELHI, May 8: The Supreme Court on Friday said the matter concerning alleged large-scale banking fraud involving Anil Dhirubhai Ambani Group

Telangana Govt issues detailed guidelines for Musi rejuvenation Phase-I; December 2027 deadline for project completion

Telangana Cabinet sub-committee on May 8, 2026, directs officials to start construction work of the initial phase spanning five km within 21 km s

Congress cadre stage demonstrations against Governor for not inviting TVK to form government

The demonstrators accuse Governor of acting as a puppet of the Centre

Suvendu Adhikari Elected BJP Legislature Party Leader In Bengal, Set To Become CM

KOLKATA, May 8: Senior BJP leader Suvendu Adhikari was on Friday elected the leader of the BJP legislature party in West Bengal, paving the way f

Watch: We will not be supporting any party: TN BJP chief Nainar Nagenthran

Final decision on Kerala CM turns into political cliff-hanger as ball now in Congress High Commands court

The question of who among the three probables V.D. Satheesan, K.C. Venugopal and Ramesh Chennithala will make the cut appears set to go down to

CBI files chargesheet against Shubhkamna Buildtech and others

The CBI is currently investigating 50 cases registered pursuant to the directions of the Supreme Court against various builder companies and fina

Left Front to hold protest rally in Kolkata over 'attacks' on working people after poll results

The LF constituents will hold the protest in the Esplanade area of the City's central district, a Front functionary said

Watch: Why Indias new car emissions rule may change nothing

This episode of The Climate Economy breaks down how Corporate Average Fleet Efficiency norms work, why automakers are divided over them, and how

KSCA's Request For Additional 10,057 Complimentary Tickets Led to IPL Final Venue Shift: Report

Bengaluru was to host the final going by convention as Royal Challengers Bengaluru are the defending champions

West Bengal Polls: BJP picks Bhabanipur 'giant killer' Suvendu Adhikari as chief minister

West Bengal is set for a new political era. The Bharatiya Janata Party will form the government, ending nearly two decades of Trinamool Congress

Massive Voting In Assembly Polls; Women Voters Outnumber Men: EC Data

West Bengal recorded the highest voter turnout among states, with 93.71 per cent polling in 293 constituencies.

Maharashtra Government Intensifies Action Against Conversion Networks: Chitra Wagh

Mumbai, May 8: Maharashtra BJP leader Chitra Wagh has expressed strong support for state government and police actions in response to the arrest

Mamata Banerjees Resignation Unnecessary as New CM Set to Take Oath Tomorrow, Says Harsh Vardhan Shringla

Kolkata, May 8: Rajya Sabha MP Harsh Vardhan Shringla stated on Friday that it does not matter whether Trinamool Congress leader Mamata Banerjee

Hussain Dalwai Advocates Acceptance of First Two Verses of Vande Mataram

Mumbai, May 8: Congress leader Hussain Dalwai has addressed the ongoing controversy surrounding Vande Mataram, stating that there should be no op

Massive turnout in assembly polls across states, women voters outnumber men: EC data

Recent assembly elections saw high voter turnout with women participating more than men. West Bengal led in polling percentages. Despite this str

Rajasthan man held in Byndoor house theft case; 6 lakh recovered

A complaint was filed by Raval Singh about burglars entering his locked house between 3 p.m. and 10 p.m. on April 23 and decamping with 6 lakh ke

Chandrababu Naidu directs officials to clear e-files within 24 hours, push digital governance

The Chief Minister says the speed of governance depends on the speed of file disposal, and asks departments to move almost entirely to e-office s

DMK writes to Speaker for change in seating arrangement in Lok Sabha after alliance with Congress ends

The DMK has requested a change in its Lok Sabha seating. This comes after their alliance with the Congress ended. DMK leader Kanimozhi Karunanidh

Mirwaiz Umar Warns Against Alienation

Calls for Rethink on Policies and a Holistic Social Approach

MV Hondius hantavirus timeline: How rare virus killed three on luxury cruise

The ship, operated by Oceanwide Expeditions, was carrying around 150 passengers and crew from nearly 28 nationalities when the outbreak unfolded.

M4M Movie Review: A Gripping Suspense Thriller Around Artistic Murders

M4M keeps the audience engaged throughout with its gripping screenplay and suspense-filled narration.

Main Actor Nahin Hoon movie review: Nawazuddin Siddiquis exhausting indie loses charm in excess

Written and directed by Aditya Kripalani, Main Actor Nahin Hoon is filled with some heavy-handed conversations that break the rhythm of its minim

TVK crosses majority mark in Tamil Nadu; Which parties are in favour of Vijay's sarkar?

TVK crosses majority mark in TN: TVK has achieved the crucial majority of 118 seats in the 234-member Tamil Nadu Assembly after securing support

AIMIM corporator sheltered TCS case accused Nida Khan, say police

An AIMIM corporator, Matin Patel, was arrested for allegedly harbouring Nida Khan, a key accused in a sexual harassment and religious coercion ca

Manipur Board Releases 10th Grade Exam Results for 2026

Imphal, May 8: A significant update has emerged for students who participated in the Manipur 10th Board examinations. The Manipur Board of Second

Special Task Force Formed to Assess Lychee Crop Damage in Bihar

New Delhi, May 8: The Union Minister of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare, Shivraj Singh Chouhan, has established a Special Task Force to investiga

Kerala filmmakers AI short film headed to AI Film Awards, Cannes

Sachu Mathew Kuruvilas AI animated short, The Light, explores loneliness and emotional connection

'Premature and misplaced: Sanjay Raut writes to Trump over Bengal win message to PM Modi; BJP hits back

Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Sanjay Raut criticized Donald Trump's congratulations to PM Modi on the West Bengal election results, calling them prematu

Delhi records highest suicides in India, most victims married; Bengaluru second highest: Crime data

Delhi reported the highest number of suicides in 2024 with 2,905 cases, though this marks a decline from previous years. Family-related issues we

How real estate investments can secure a mothers financial future

Property investments can offer long-term security, financial independence, and lasting peace of mind

32-year-old devotee dies during Vellingiri Hill trek in Coimbatore

Love Affair Angle Behind Kathua Murder; Accused Arrested After CDR Tracking: SSP

Kathua, May 8: Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Kathua, Mohit Sharma, on Thursday said that Nakul Singh was allegedly murdered following a s

Thali costs rise in April on higher tomato, vegetable oil, LPG prices

Home-cooked vegetarian and non-vegetarian thali costs rose 2% year-on-year in April, primarily due to increased prices of tomatoes, vegetable oil

Ukraine, Russia trade attacks despite 'ceasefire'

Russia had declared a unilateral ceasefire for World War II commemorations, but Ukraine said Moscow has not held off. Both sides reported new str

VCK To Get 1 Ministry In Vijay's Cabinet, Left To Get 2: Sources

The chief minister's post will be held by Vijay.

Rupee falls 25 paise to close at 94.47 against U.S. dollar

Brent oil prices, which had fallen to $98 per barrel amid the U.S.-Iran peace deal, edged higher to around $100 per barrel as investors weighed t

CPI Follows Congress, Extends Support to TVK

The Left party's move comes in the wake of TVK reaching out to DMK allies-- CPI, CPI(M) and VCK seeking their support to form a government after

Ballari: SPs Gunman Arrested In Extortion Case

Ballari SP Dr Suman D Pennekar said the case came to light after a complaint was lodged at Moka police station on May 6 by Sharabayya, who is all

Pedestrian killed in early-morning hit-and-run on Bengalurus MG Road

A preliminary police probe suggested that the deceased had used the washroom near the MG Road boulevard walkway and was crossing to the other sid

'Are AMERICANS AT RISK?': Trump pressed over deadly cruise ship Hantavirus scare; Death toll hits 3

'Why in English?' Pakistan's bizarre reaction to Indian presser on Op Sindoor goes viral

Mortal Kombat II movie review: Combo-dropping sequel is a button-mashing dud

Simon McQuoids sequel finally delivers the tournament carnage fans demanded, although endless lore dumps and limp character work leave this blood

Excise policy: Delhi High Court to hear CBI plea against discharge of Kejriwal, Sisodia on May 11

Justice Swarana Kanta Sharma said she would pass the necessary order on the appointment on Monday (May 11) and begin hearing the matter on Tuesda

Rupee falls 25 paise to close at 94.47 against US dollar

MUMBAI, May 8: The rupee depreciated 25 paise to close at 94.47 (provisional) against the US dollar on Friday, after rising in the past two sessi

Quote of the day by Henry Ford: Whether you think you can, or you think you can't you're....Why the founder of Ford Motor Companys century-old success philosophy still shapes leadership, wealth, self-belief, and modern ambition today

Quote of the day by Henry Ford: Henry Ford remains one of the most searched business icons in modern history. More than 100 years after launching

Super Rapid and Blitz: Gukesh beats Caruana in final round of Rapid event

Gukesh is tied fourth with 18 more rounds to come in the blitz section that follows the rapid event

Elderly woman killed in staged road accident for robbery in Bengaluru; five arrested

In a cinematic-style plan, the accused intentionally rammed a motorcycle into the victim, and then admitted her to a hospital. Meanwhile, one of

Telangana To Be India's Aerospace & Defence Capital By 2030: Uttam Kumar

Describing Hyderabad as one of the worlds most cost-effective aerospace destinations, he highlighted the citys strong ecosystem comprising defenc

Stock markets fall for 2nd day amid renewed tensions in West Asia; Sensex slumps 516 points

The 30-share BSE Sensex tanked 516.33 points, or 0.66%, to settle at 77,328.19. During the session, it tumbled 698.09 points, or 0.89%, to 77,146

Immorality Of Joining Vijay: Mani Shankar Aiyar Targets Congress Over Vijay Tie-Up

By deciding to jump ship, he said, the Congress has violated Mahatma Gandhi's 1925 maxim that Swaraj should be a government based on morality.

India seeks greater role in global international space norms

NEW DELHI, May 8: India is seeking a larger role in shaping international norms for the fast-growing space industry, a senior government official

Man killed, another injured in elephant attack in Gudalur

Tensions Between the U.S. and Iran Cause Indian Stock Market to Close in the Red

Mumbai, May 8: The Indian stock market closed in the red on Friday, marking the second consecutive trading session of decline. This downturn was

What Will Happen If All TVK MLAs Resign? Top 3 Scenarios

Vijay has reportedly presented a support of 113 MLAs, including five from the Congress, but the Governor has insisted that the actor-politician m

What Is Zero Shadow Day? Hyderabad Set to Witness Rare Sun-Overhead Phenomenon

The event occurs only in regions located between the Tropic of Cancer and the Tropic of Capricorn.

Zelensky Commemorates Victory Over Nazism on Remembrance and Reconciliation Day

New Delhi, May 8: Ukraine observes May 8 as Remembrance and Reconciliation Day, marking its victory over Nazism in World War II. In conjunction w

Education alone no ground to deny maintenance to wife: Delhi Court

A Delhi court has ruled that an educated woman cannot be denied financial support. The court upheld an order for a man to pay interim maintenance

Kerala Plus One Improvement Result 2026 OUT: Check Direct Link, Required Login Details Here

Kerala Plus One Improvement Result 2026 has been released. Check the Kerala Plus One Result 2026 download link, official websites, and more here.

Karnataka CET 2026 Result Soon: Know Download Steps, Admission Criteria, Rank List

KCET 2026 Result: The exam conducting body will release the KCET final answer key 2026 based on the objections raised.

Restaurateur Says Workers From Bengal, Northeast More Willing To Work Late Shifts Than Bengaluru Locals

Bengaluru restaurateur says workers from Bengal and northeast India were more willing to work late shifts than locals.

KSRTC Bus Topples In Davanagere; Student Killed, 45 Injured

The bus was travelling from Davanagere to Honnali when the accident occurred near Marabanahalli in Channagiri taluk of the district.

Claude down and when will AI chatbot be back up? Users report Claude not working error as outage hits Claude models

Claude down and when will AI chatbot be back up? Users reported a Claude not working error on May 8, 2026 after elevated errors affected multiple

Zelensky Commemorates Victory Over Nazism on Reconciliation Day

New Delhi, May 8: Ukraine observes May 8 as Reconciliation Day, marking the victory over Nazism in World War II. On this occasion, a ceasefire ha

Sustained Efforts Being Made To Ensure Inclusive, Equitable Development Across J&K: Sakeena Itoo

SRINAGAR, May 8: Minister for Health and Medical Education, Social Welfare and Education, Sakeena Itoo today chaired a comprehensive review meeti

At Raabita, CM Interacts With Public Representatives, Deputations; Discusses Developmental, Public Welfare Issues

SRINAGAR, May 8: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today met several public representatives, various deputations and individuals at his Public Service

Former Kerala DGP P.J. Alexander passes away at 92

Known for his academic excellence alongside his policing career, the 1961-batch IPS officer earned a doctorate on the subject of law enforcement

Hyderabad galleries host long-duration exhibitions this summer

The ongoing exhibitions of Kalakriti and Srishti art galleries showcase contemporary and folk art

Old Video of Violence in Murshidabad Falsely Linked to West Bengal Poll Results

The video is old and was found to have no relation to the West Bengal poll results.

A Gastroenterologist Explains Why Arbi Is Actually A 'Superfood' For Your Gut Microbiome

Arbi is actually considered a superfood in your gut. Dr Abhishek Deepak explains exactly how arbi can benefit your gut and how to consume it safe

Akhilesh Reiterates Support For TMC, DMK; Swipes At Congress

Yadav also posted on X photographs of his meeting with Trinamool chief Mamata Banerjee in Kolkata and with DMK chief MK Stalin.

Three Youths Drown In Jhelum At Hajin, Bodies Retrieved After Rescue Operation

Bandipora, May 8: Three youths tragically lost their lives after drowning in the River Jhelum in the Hajin area of north Kashmirs Bandipora distr

Enough is enough, says SC; directs MP govt to decide on prosecuting its minister for Col Qureshi remarks

NEW DELHI, May 8: Enough is enough, an anguished Supreme Court observed Friday as it asked the Madhya Pradesh government to decide on granting sa

Why Bangladesh Sees BJPs Bengal Victory as a Strategic Turning Point

The BJPs victory in Bengal has converted the border into a unilateral instrument of Indian domestic policy.

The Doomsday Clock shows the danger but not the way out

The clock banks on the idea that if you show people a sufficiently frightening picture of their future, they will demand change. But history is c

Jaishankar: Weaponising of finance, resources to exert influence' is making world more uncertain

Omar Abdullah Accuses BJP Of Blackmail Politics Over J&K Statehood

Abdullah alleged that the Union government had deliberately conducted delimitation exercise in the J & K to tilt electoral advantages in favour o

Excise policy: Delhi HC to hear CBI plea against discharge of Kejriwal, Sisodia on May 11

NEW DELHI, May 8: The Delhi High Court on Friday deferred hearing till May 11 on the CBIs petition challenging the trial courts discharge order i

Quote of the day by Coco Chanel: In order to be irreplaceable, one must always be...

Quote of the Day: Coco Chanel's timeless quote, In order to be irreplaceable one must always be different, champions individuality and self-confi

Soy, Lentils And Beans May Help Protect Against High Blood Pressure: Study

The meta-analysis published 12 prospective cohort studies, individuals with the highest intake of legumes and soy had a 16% and 19% lower risk of

Omar Abdullah: TN Governor is Wrong to Block TVKs Claim to Form Govt

He was referring to Tamil Nadu Governor R. N. Arlekar, who declined to invite Joseph Vijay Chandrasekhar to form the new government despite his p

India pushes MSME finance, cooperation agenda under BRICS

India is leading BRICS efforts to boost small businesses. The focus is on better access to finance and using fintech for credit. BRICS nations ar

Bar Is Waiting For You: Chief Justice Recalls Advice That Shaped His Career

The Chief Justice recalled that around the same period, he had shifted to the Punjab and Haryana High Court and started practising there.