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Indias Medical Tourism Market Set to Double by 2030, Government Reports

New Delhi, May 2: The government announced on Saturday that India is emerging as a major hub for Medical Value Travel (MVT), with the medical tou

Rohit Jain appointed as RBI deputy Governor

Mr. Jains appointment will take effect from May 3 for a period of three years, the notice said

Allahabad High Court Denies Permission for Prayers on Public Land in Sambhal

New Delhi, May 2: The Allahabad High Court has denied permission for prayers to be held on public land in Sambhal district, Uttar Pradesh. The co

Urrak: How the jungle juice from Goa is having its moment

Experience the essence of a Goan summer with this fresh and fruity cashew drink that is redefining the spirit of the season

T.N. election: Vijay to emerge as decisive leader; 2026 verdict will be historic, says Sengottaiyan

Addressing reporters at the party office in Karattur near Gobichettipalayam, he described the TVK as one rooted in sacrifice and humanism and com

Urrak: Goas liquid summer soul

Have you been introduced to urrak, the summer drink that refuses to be gentrified?

Kerala braces for rains: Yellow alert in 7 districts

Alert for Pathanamthitta, Kottayam, Idukki, Ernakulam, Thrissur, Palakkad and Malappuram on May 2 where rains in the range of 64.5 mm to 115.5 mm

Cobbler electrocuted in Bengaluru; FIR against GBA, BESCOM, BMTC officials

Preliminary observations suggested that the electrocution may have been caused either by a live wire, or an electrified metal structure at a BMTC

Commercial LPG price hike adds to woes of eateries, tea stalls in Erode

Commercial cylinders remain the primary source of fuel for thousands of establishments, including food vendors and catering units

Refreshing Gujarati Variyali Sharbat: A Healthy Summer Drink

New Delhi, May 2: As summer approaches, finding natural ways to cool the body is essential. One such refreshing option is the traditional Gujarat

Alex Zanardi, inspirational auto racing champion-turned-Paralympian, dies at 59

In 2001, both of his legs were severed in a horrific accident; he turned his attention to hand cycling and won multiple Paralympics medals; but i

Urrak plantation hopping in Goa

Having sourced local urrak from neighbours and discreet taverns, the writers set out to see how its made at two South Goa plantations

Woman dies after violent altercation with son-in-law in Medipally

Mumbai-Pune Expressway connecting link now fully operational

An official of the Maharashtra State Road Development Corporation said that the opening of the Mumbai-bound carriageway was delayed mainly due to

Dining out set to get costlier in Kerala as LPG prices surge; hotels call May 6 shutdown

With the latest hike, the price of a commercial cooking gas cylinder has crossed 3,000 in cities such as Kochi, where it reportedly fetches over

Randeep Hooda Remembers Sarabjit Singh on His Death Anniversary

Mumbai, May 2: On the death anniversary of Sarabjit Singh, actor Randeep Hooda shared an emotional tribute on Instagram. He honored Sarabjits cou

Shiv Sena Critiques Bachchu Kadus Living Samadhi as Political Opportunism

Mumbai, May 2: The Shiv Sena (Uddhav Balasaheb Thackeray) sharply criticized the current political landscape in Maharashtra on Saturday. The part

Supreme Court Dismisses TMC Petition Amid West Bengal Election Tensions

New Delhi, May 2: Political tensions have escalated following the Supreme Courts dismissal of a petition filed by the Trinamool Congress (TMC) re

BJP, TMC hail Supreme Court directions on counting of votes for West Bengal polls

The apex court on Saturday (May 2, 2026) said no further order was necessary on the TMC's plea challenging the Calcutta High Court's dismissal of

Impact of Middle East Crisis on U.S. Aviation Sector: Spirit Airlines Suspends Flights

Washington, May 2: The ongoing conflict in Iran is beginning to affect the U.S. aviation sector. On Saturday, Spirit Airlines announced the suspe

Shabana Azmi Shares Special Moment with Dia Mirza and Her Son Ayaan

Mumbai, May 2: Actress Shabana Azmi is quite active on social media. On Saturday, she posted a delightful picture highlighting a conversation amo

Court Extends ED Custody of Former Anil Ambani Associates Until May 15

New Delhi, May 2: A court in New Delhi has extended the judicial custody of two former senior officials of the Reliance Group, Amitabh Jhunjhunwa

Maharashtra CM Demands Death Penalty in Pune Rape and Murder Case

Mumbai, May 2: Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis announced on Saturday that the accused in the rape and murder of a minor in Pune has

Pune Rape-Murder Case: CM Demands Death Penalty for Accused

Mumbai, May 2: Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis has condemned the recent rape and murder of a minor in Pune, announcing that the accu

Remembering Raghu Rai: Five photographers explore the enduring legacy of the guru with the camera

From Steve McCurry to Dayanita Singh, five photographers speak about Raghu Rai, and delve into their shared, personal histories sometimes revere

Kajal Aggarwal to Star Opposite Nandamuri Balakrishna in NBK 111

While Kajal had a special role in that film, this time she will be seen as the primary female lead, bringing freshness to the action-adventure en

Trump jokes US Navy will take on Cuba on the way home from Iran

President Donald Trump jested that the U.S. Navy might confront Cuba on the return journey from Iran. Trump stated that the USS Abraham Lincoln a

Humpback Whale Stranded In Germany Released Into North Sea

The whale left the barge it had been towed on from Wismar Bay on the Baltic coast and released into the North Sea off Denmark.

Germany says withdrawal of US troops was 'expected'

Germany's defense minister acknowledged the expected withdrawal of US troops. He emphasized Europe's need to enhance its own security measures. T

Chhattisgarh Administration Takes Action Against Illegal Encroachment in Surguja

Mumbai, May 2: In Surguja district of Chhattisgarh, the administration has adopted a firm stance against illegal encroachment, launching bulldoze

Raja Shivaji First Day Box Office Collections

The film is presented by Jio Studios and produced by Jyoti Deshpande and Genelia Deshmukh under the banner of Mumbai Film Company.

TMCs Court Actions Reflect Old Habits, Says BJP Spokesperson Sudhanshu Trivedi

New Delhi, May 2: BJP national spokesperson and Rajya Sabha member Sudhanshu Trivedi launched a sharp attack on the Trinamool Congress (TMC) duri

India-Linked Tanker Laden With LPG Attempts Hormuz Exit

The Marshall Islands-flagged Sarv Shakti laden with around 45,000 tons of LPG, commonly used as cooking fuel appeared to move northward through

Pulkit Samrat Draws Inspiration from Mary Kom for Glory Role

Mumbai, May 2: Actor Pulkit Samrat is currently in the spotlight for his role in the web series Glory. In this series, he portrays a boxer and re

Assam: Gaurav Gogoi Rejects Exit Polls, Says Silent Wave Against BJP

Gogoi told reporters that this time voters have cast their ballots based on their conscience, especially women voters

KL Rahul Makes History with Special Double Century in IPL 2026

New Delhi, May 2: KL Rahul is making waves in IPL 2026 with his exceptional batting performance. Not only is he scoring runs, but he is also hitt

Tabu Shares Pics from Nagarjunas Landmark Film Sets

The project is being bankrolled by Nagarjuna himself under the banner of Annapurna Studios.

Kerala Awaits Election Results Amidst Political Tension

Thiruvananthapuram, May 2: As Monday morning approaches, the political atmosphere in Kerala remains tense. All political parties are experiencing

Navy Chief Admiral Tripathi begins 4-day visit to Myanmar

Navy Chief Admiral Dinesh K Tripathi is on a four-day visit to Myanmar to bolster operational cooperation and explore new maritime security colla

Sing Geetham: Singeetham Srinivasa Raos film geta a title; release date announced

Legendary filmmaker Singeetham Srinivasa Rao returns to direction at the age of 94. Titled Sing Geetham, the movie is billed as a musical fantasy

Anbumani Ramadoss, who banned public smoking during UPA govt, asks PM Modi to bar cigarette sales to those born after 2009

PMK leader Anbumani Ramadoss has urged Prime Minister Narendra Modi to enact legislation prohibiting cigarette sales to individuals born after Ja

Matsya Sagarmala Program Yields Positive Results for Fishermen: Ram Mohan Naidu

New Delhi, May 2: Civil Aviation Minister Ram Mohan Naidu expressed his delight on Saturday regarding the positive outcomes of the Matsya Sagarma

US Warns Shipping Firms They Could Face Sanctions Over Paying Iranian Tolls In Strait Of Hormuz

Dubai, May 2: The United States is warning shipping companies that they could face sanctions for making payments to Iran to safely pass through t

Accused in 2,672-crore bank fraud case extradited from UAE, arrested by CBI

As a promoter of Kolkata-based Shree Ganesh Jewellery House, Kamlesh Parekh was allegedly involved in cheating a consortium of 25 banks led by SB

'Gulf of Trump...': US President reveals plan to rename Gulf of Mexico after himself

Got a sudden emergency alert? Don't worry, it's Govt-conducted test to be better prepared for a real one

If your phone suddenly blares a loud siren like alert today, don't be alarmed. It's not an emergency. Authorities are conducting a nationwide tes

Surge in Two-Wheeler Sales in FY 2026 Driven by Urban Demand and Premium Segment: Report

New Delhi, May 2: The Indian auto sector has shown signs of recovery during the fiscal year 2026, although this improvement has not been uniform

Iran military official says renewed war with U.S. likely

Iran delivered the draft to mediator Pakistan on Thursday (April 30, 2026) evening, state media reported without detailing its contents

U.S. Decision to Withdraw Troops from Germany Amid Trump-Merz Dispute Raises Questions

Washington, May 2: The United States has decided to withdraw its troops stationed in Germany. Various American media outlets reported this decisi

Congress Leader Digvijaya Singh Invites Devotees to Grand Ram Yagya in Madhya Pradesh

Bhopal, May 2: Former Chief Minister of Madhya Pradesh and senior Congress leader Digvijaya Singh is set to host a grand 151-kundiya Ram Yagya in

Sandeep Pathak Faces FIR After Joining BJP, Sukhbir Badal Accuses AAP of Selective Targeting

Chandigarh, May 2: Sukhbir Singh Badal, president of the Shiromani Akali Dal, has launched a sharp attack on the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP). He critic

4 Injured as Car Overturns on ORR in Tukkuguda

The police said the accident occurred when the car was proceeding towards Kanha Shanti Vanam in Shamshabad from Nandigama: Police

Pathum Nissankas Half-Century Boosts Confidence, Says Mohammad Kaif

New Delhi, May 2: On Friday, the IPL 2026 match featured the Rajasthan Royals (RR) facing off against the Delhi Capitals (DC). The Delhi Capitals

NDA Leaders Criticize TMC Amid Re-Elections in West Bengal

Kolkata, May 2: NDA leaders have targeted the Trinamool Congress (TMC) as re-elections take place in West Bengal. They claim that TMC is aware of

Calgary father faces murder charges after his two children found dead inside a vehicle: what do we know so far

A Calgary man confessed to murdering his two young children, a five-year-old boy and a three-year-old girl, before bringing their bodies to a pol

Punjabs first case under anti-sacrilege law registered in Sri Muktsar Sahib

CHANDIGARH, May 2: Punjab Police registered a first case under the new anti-sacrilege law after torn pages of a religious scripture were found in

Jon McNeill on Why Innovation Begins With Letting Go

A sharp rethink on speed and scale, as Jon McNeill argues that the real key to innovation lies in what you remove, not what you add.

Rakesh Bedis Success Celebrated by Dilip Joshi: A Testament to Talent

Mumbai, May 2: The film Dhurandhar has not only performed well at the box office but has also given every artist a new identity. Actor Rakesh Bed

Shocking Incident in Banda: School Children Forced to Work in Viral Video

Banda, May 2: A disturbing incident has emerged from Banda district in Uttar Pradesh, where junior high school students were allegedly forced int

Rashmi Desai Advocates for Greater Respect for Theatre Actors

Mumbai, May 2: Actress Rashmi Desai has openly discussed the hard work and struggles of theatre actors. She emphasized that theatre is often unde

TVK leader Vijay cancels Velankanni trip

Thousands of fans were left disappointed as actor and TVK leader Vijay cancelled his scheduled visit to Velankanni Church on Saturday. The actor

The Devil Wears Prada Stars Stanley Tucci, Emily Blunt Honoured With Hollywood Walk of Fame Stars

Both Meryl and Matt delivered speeches for Tucci and Emily. In his speech, Damon, 55, called Tucci, 65, and Blunt, 43, legends, as per PEOPLE.

Trump auto tariff hike could cost Germany nearly $18 billion in output, institute says

Germany faces a potential 15 billion euro output loss due to US President Donald Trump's planned tariff increase on European cars and trucks. The

Para-legal volunteers to aid in missing children cases in Tamil Nadu

Police stations across Tamil Nadu has recorded about 8,000 missing children cases annually for the past three years

'BJP cant win on its own': Gaurav Gogoi claims theft bid, slams Assam exit polls

Assam Congress President Gaurav Gogoi alleged election security lapses, claiming BJP workers were seen inside strong rooms. He dismissed exit pol

Modi to Inaugurate Warangal Mega Textile Park on May 10

Spread across 1,327 acres, the KMTP is one of Indias largest textile parks and has been selected under the PM MITRA (Pradhan Mantri Mega Integrat

JDU Leaders Support Police Encounters in Bihar, Emphasize Justice for Criminals

Patna, May 2: Political tensions have escalated in Bihar following recent police encounters. Leaders from the Janata Dal (United) [JDU] have defe

Sand-Laden Truck Rams Officers Vehicle During Anti-Mining Chase in Odisha

The truck was subsequently intercepted, and the driver was taken into custody

Iran military official says renewed war with US 'likely'

A senior Iranian military officer stated renewed conflict with the US is likely, following President Trump's dissatisfaction with Iran's new peac

ISRO, Roscosmos discuss delivery of semi-cryogenic engines in Moscow; draft contract under approval

ISRO held technical discussions with Russia's Roscosmos in Moscow for semi-cryogenic engines, crucial for India's heavy-lift launch vehicles. A d

SC refusal to intervene into WB counting message against bid to cast doubt on poll process: BJP

KOLKATA, May 2: Senior BJP leader Amit Malviya on Saturday said the Supreme Courts refusal to intervene into the ECs order on deployment of centr

U.S. warns shipping firms they could face sanctions over paying Iranian tolls in Strait of Hormuz

About a fifth of the world's trade in oil and natural gas typically passes through the strait at the mouth of the Persian Gulf in peacetime

Indias Data Center Capacity Expected to Surge Sixfold by 2031, Report Reveals

New Delhi, May 2: A recent report indicates that Indias data center capacity is projected to increase nearly sixfold, reaching approximately 10.5

Mayawati Criticizes Commercial Cylinder Price Hike as Burden on Public

Lucknow, May 2: Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP) President Mayawati has expressed concern over the significant increase of 993 in the price of commercia

Bihars Cabinet Expansion Talks Heat Up Following Meeting Between CM Samrat Chaudhary and Former CM Nitish Kumar

Patna, May 2: Discussions regarding a cabinet expansion in Bihar are intensifying. Chief Minister Samrat Chaudhary visited former Chief Minister

As Strait Of Hormuz Chokes, What Options Do Gulf States Really Have?

Hormuz has long been understood as one of the world's central trade chokepoints. It normally carries around 20 million barrels of crude and oil p

Cabinet Expansion Talks Heat Up in Bihar

Patna, May 2: Discussions regarding the expansion of the cabinet in Bihar have intensified. Chief Minister Samrat Chaudhary met with former Chief

6 heart-healthy nuts and seeds you need in your diet

Adding nuts and seeds to your daily diet is a simple way to support heart health. Packed with healthy fats, fiber, and antioxidants, they help ma

Russian Director Pavel Talankin's Missing Oscar Statuette Found

The careful and secure handling of our guests' belongings is of the utmost importance to us.

What is Overseas Citizen of India card, how to apply for it?

An Overseas Citizen of India card offers a lifelong, multiple-entry visa to India, removing the requirement for visa renewals

Punjab's first case under anti-sacrilege law registered in Sri Muktsar Sahib

Punjab Police have registered the first case under a new anti-sacrilege law. This action follows the discovery of torn pages from a religious scr

India Launches Cell Broadcast Alert System to Enhance Citizen Safety

New Delhi, May 2: India has launched a cell broadcast service using indigenous technology. In response, Union Minister for Communications and Dev

Chennai residents, take cleanliness survey seriously now

With citizen feedback forSwachhSurvekshanhaving begun, animators are reaching out to various groups seeking that individuals answer a set of 13 q

Gladiators, Documentary on Ajith Kumar's Motorsport Journey, Announced

The documentary, directed by AL Vijay, focuses on Ajith's life as a professional racer -- the preparation, the challenges and the emotion that go

Nobel peace laureate Narges Mohammadi in Iran hospital after cardiac crisis

Ms. Mohammadi won the 2023 peace prize while in prison for her campaign to advance womens rights and abolish the death penalty in Iran

What is an exam result, really?

As board exam results season begins, an educator reflects on what marks mean and how to deal with success and failure

AP Police Suspends CI Chinnamallaiah over Sexual Harassment Charges

Primary evidence regarding the rape case has been collected: Police

Bridge Collapse In Jammu: 3 dead, 1 Injured; Probe Ordered

One injured worker was rescued shortly after a portion of the bridge collapsed in the Thuther area of Bantalab.

Pawan Khera Celebrates Supreme Court Bail as a Victory for Democracy

New Delhi, May 2: Congress leader Pawan Khera has received anticipatory bail from the Supreme Court in a case involving alleged remarks about the

Extremely Severe Alert sparks meme fest: Thought it was war, heart attack incoming' joke netizens after loud phone sounds

Extremely Severe Alert memes: Nationwide mobile alerts startled Indians on Saturday as the government tested its new Cell Broadcast emergency sys