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Pakistani Forces Kill 35 Terrorists, Capture 3 Commanders in Balochistan Operation

A spokesperson for the Balochistan government, Shahid Rind, told the media in Quetta on Sunday night that the operation, which began on May 13, saw the deaths of 35 terrorists over the past four days.

18 May 2026 1:23 pm
Rashmika Mandannas Slip of Tongue Sparks Laughter at Event

Rashmika instantly covered her mouth in shock and quickly tried to recover from the situation.

18 May 2026 1:19 pm
Chhattisgarh: Fatal Bus Accident in Bastar Leaves One Dead, 20 Injured

The accident took place in the early hours when the private bus was heading from the state capital Raipur to Sukma, a police official said.

18 May 2026 1:08 pm
More Than a Rockstar: Indian Diaspora in Oslo Awaits Modi's Arrival

Members of the Indian community in Norway expressed enthusiasm over the visit and its potential impact on trade and bilateral relations

18 May 2026 1:08 pm
SC Criticises Own Verdict Denying Bail to Umar Khalid, Imam

The top court said Section 43D(5) of the UAPA cannot justify indefinite incarceration and must operate subject to Articles 21 and 22

18 May 2026 1:03 pm
APSDMA Issues Heatwave Warning for Several Mandals in AP

Severe heat waves are likely to impact 28 mandals across Srikakulam, Vizianagaram and Parvathipuram Manyam districts, while heatwave conditions are expected in another 21 mandals

18 May 2026 12:56 pm
Shakira Drops Teaser for 2026 FIFA World Cup Song 'Dai Dai' Ft. Burna Boy

The FIFA World Cup 2026 is scheduled to take place from June 11 to July 19, 2026

18 May 2026 12:42 pm
Jana Nayagan Producers Stay Committed to Chiranjeevis 158th Film?

According to industry sources, the production house encountered financial pressure due to delays and issues surrounding Jana Nayagan, which reportedly created concerns within the production circle

18 May 2026 12:37 pm
Tamil Nadu Leaders Want Anaimangalam Copper Plates Displayed in State Museums

The copper plates pertain to Rajendra Chola I's period and are a decree originally issued by his father Raja Raja Chola I

18 May 2026 12:34 pm
Saving Lives Top Priority during Floods, Fire Accidents: Ponguleti

The Minister said rapid response, inter-departmental coordination and advance preparedness are critical during emergencies such as floods, fire accidents and industrial disasters

18 May 2026 12:32 pm
Modi Congratulates VD Satheesan, Assures Centres Support

he Central Government assures all possible support for the newly formed Kerala Government in fulfilling the aspirations of the people, the Prime Minister wrote

18 May 2026 12:19 pm
PM Modi, Swedish Counterpart Agree to Deepen Ties With Strategic Partnership

The Prime Minister said that cooperation between the two sides in the defence sector is continuously expanding.

18 May 2026 12:18 pm
Polls For 16 seats In Maharashtra Legislative Council On June 18

Polling for all 16 Legislative Council seats will be conducted on June 18 between 8 am and 4 pm. The entire election process is expected to be completed by June 25.

18 May 2026 12:17 pm
Deeply Concerned: India on Drone Strike Near UAE Nuclear Plant

New Delhi's reaction came a day after a drone struck a generator near the Gulf nation's sole nuclear power plant, sparking a fire on the complex's perimeter

18 May 2026 12:16 pm
Yash Explains Delay in Toxic Release, Says Global Vision Needs Time

Yash admitted that repeated delays may disappoint his fans, especially audiences in India who are accustomed to a fixed timeline once a film goes on floors.

18 May 2026 12:04 pm
iBomma Ravi Rules Out Links to Piracy Websites

Many in Tollywood now feel that piracy cannot be tackled through arrests alone.

18 May 2026 12:02 pm
Cyber Abuse is as Serious as Physical Harassment: Charu Sinha

Cyber harassment is a real and growing threat, and policing has to evolve quickly - cyber cells, digital evidence procedures, and coordination with platforms are part of that evolution: Charu Sinha

18 May 2026 11:47 am
Lok Bhavans Strict Protocols Flouted at UDF Govt Oath Taking

Rahul Gandhi, Mallikarjun Kharge, Priyanka, top leaders shared the stage with chief minister and other ministers

18 May 2026 11:16 am
From Prison to Stage: Australian Journalists China Ordeal Becomes Memoir and Play

She has shone a rare spotlight on the harsh conditions within the secretive Chinese prison system. She has also shared a personal story of resilience about how meaning can be found in suffering.

18 May 2026 11:12 am
I Was Afraid: Chinmayi Reveals Dubbing for Trisha in Karuppu

The film hit theatres on May 15 after facing delays and show cancellations due to financial disputes.

18 May 2026 11:10 am
Mouni Roy, Suraj Nambiar Spark Reconciliation Rumors After Confirming Separation

Fans have started speculating baseless theories about Disha Patanis link to the Mouni-Suraj divorce.

18 May 2026 11:06 am
Michael Reclaims the Top Box Office Spot in Its 4th Weekend

The Lionsgate movie is in rarefied territory, having brought in $703.9 million worldwide and counting.

18 May 2026 10:59 am
Manipur: Security Forces Launch Rescue Operations for Captives Held By Armed Groups

Thirty-one of around 38 people belonging to the Kuki and Naga communities, who were held hostage by armed groups in Kangpokpi and Senapati districts, were released on May 14 and 15.

18 May 2026 10:42 am
VD Satheesan Takes Oath as Kerala Chief Minister

Kerala Governor Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar administered the oath of office to Satheesan and his 20-member Cabinet

18 May 2026 10:32 am
Amma Ariyan Screened at Cannes Film Festival

'Amma Ariyan' is the only Indian feature film to be selected this year for a world premiere at the prestigious festival, wrote FHF on their Instagram handle.

18 May 2026 10:15 am
IUML Ministers-Designate Offer Prayers Ahead of Oath Ceremony

Several ministers-designate of other Congress and other allies had also offered prayers at temples and churches in the morning

18 May 2026 10:07 am
Ramesh Chennithala Confirms Home Portfolio in Kerala Cabinet

He asserted that the new UDF administration would ensure better governance and law and order in Kerala

18 May 2026 9:50 am
Rahul, Revanth Reach Kerala for UDF Govt Oath Ceremony

Chief Minister-designate V D Satheesan warmly welcomed him with a hug, along with his deputy, Mallu Bhatti Vikramarka

18 May 2026 9:45 am
Erdogan Warns of Declining Birth Rate, Urges Larger Families in Turkey

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has renewed his call for larger families, warning that the countrys falling birth rate poses a serious national concern. Despite long-running pro-family policies, Turkeys fertility rate continues to decline amid rising living costs and shifting social trends.

18 May 2026 9:40 am
Govt Debunks Fake Claim of Only Two Days of Fuel Reserves

In a fact-check post, the Press Information Bureau (PIB) clarified that India currently maintains crude oil reserves sufficient for 60 days

18 May 2026 9:34 am
Kerala: Massive Crowds Gather for VD Satheesan Govt Swearing-In

Over 50,000 passes have been issued for the event, and a massive stage has been set up for Chief Minister-designate V. D. Satheeshan and his 20-member Cabinet

18 May 2026 9:19 am
Gold Chain Snatched From Woman In Godavarikhani

The victim, V Bhoolakshmi, was going to collect mangoes when an unidentified person came from behind on a motorcycle without a number plate and snatched her gold chain weighing two tulas

18 May 2026 9:18 am
Oil Touches 2-Week High After Drone Attack on UAE Nuclear Power Plant

Brent crude futures climbed $2.03, or 1.86%, to $111.29 a barrel after touching $112 earlier, the highest since May 5

18 May 2026 9:08 am
Nepals Kami Rita Sherpa Breaks Own Everest Climbing Record With 32nd Ascent

The 56-year-old veteran climber, popularly known as 'Everest Man', reached the 8,848.86-metre peak (29,032 feet) at 10:12 am, according to the Department of Tourism here.

18 May 2026 8:55 am
Kharge Hails Huge Mandate Ahead of VD Satheesan's Swearing-in as Kerala CM

VD Satheesan is set to take oath as the Chief Minister of Kerala at 10 am today, along with his full Council of Ministers

18 May 2026 8:52 am
Siddharth Can't Stop Gushing Over Aditi Rao Hydari's 2026 Cannes Film Festival Red Carpet Look

The official social media handle of Cannes also featured her red carpet appearance.

18 May 2026 8:49 am
Nalgonda Student Dies In Tragic Road Accident In US

Navya went to the US two years ago to pursue MS

18 May 2026 8:34 am
Atlee and Priya Atlee Reveal Newborn Daughter's Name as 'Miyou'

Atlee is currently working on his upcoming multi-starrer film 'Raaka', starring Allu Arjun and Deepika Padukone.

18 May 2026 8:25 am
Scott Hastings, Scotland Rugby Great, Dies at 61

Hastings was a member of the Grand Slam-winning team in the 1990 Five Nations and scored 10 tries for his country

18 May 2026 8:01 am
Jury to Decide Fate of Musk's Blockbuster Suit Against OpenAI

The jury will also weigh whether Microsoft, OpenAI's largest private backer with $13 billion committed, knowingly facilitated the shift away from the nonprofit model.

18 May 2026 7:52 am
Aaron Rai Wins PGA Championship, First English-Born Winner in More Than a Century

The 31-year-old Rai, the first player of Indian heritage to win a major, closed with a 5-under 65

18 May 2026 6:56 am
PM Modi Calls for India-Europe Partnership

Modi stressed that present-day relations between India and Europe have reached a turning point, where at the government level a strategic and ambitious agenda has been established

18 May 2026 6:48 am
Two US Navy Fighter Jets Collide During Air Show in Idaho

The aircraft were performing an aerial demonstration when the collision occurred

18 May 2026 6:35 am
VHP Wants Clarity on AP Scheme for Increasing Population

The VHP secretary maintained that Hindus have strictly followed population-control measures advocated by successive governments over the past five decades, leading to a sharp decline in the Hindu birth rate.

18 May 2026 2:21 am
Passenger killed as pvt travels bus rams into lorry

The Jai Bharat Travels bus, carrying around 30 passengers, was travelling from Arunachalam to Hyderabad

18 May 2026 2:20 am
Pocso Case: 24 Media Houses Booked For Revealing Minors Identity; Separate Case For Defaming Judiciary

The Charminar police on Sunday registered cases after the Telangana High Court Registrar complained about viral posts and reports alleging that favours had been offered by Union minister of state Bandi Sanjay to the a member of the judiciary in exchange for anticipatory bail for his son

18 May 2026 1:53 am
Polavaram Tribal Oustees Fail to Get Justice from Officials

The tribal people of Koruturu village in Jeelugumilli mandal of Eluru district are roaming around the collectors office and the pleading with government officials to do justice, but in vain.

18 May 2026 1:49 am
Social Welfare School Students Break Glass Ceiling

In the Engineering stream, a total of 1,428 students appeared, of whom 1,123 qualified. In the A&P stream exam 1,326 students appeared and 1,041 qualified.

18 May 2026 1:46 am
IIT Prep Helps Students to Top EAPCET

The EAPCET toppers decided to take a call on which college to join after the national-level entrance examination results are announced.

18 May 2026 1:43 am
A Year After, Hyderabad Remains Oblivious to Fire Safety

After the Gulzur Houz accident, the government appointed a high-powered six-member inquiry committee to suggest remedial measures.

18 May 2026 1:14 am