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Delhi court orders OpIndia to remove articles on Swati Chaturvedi

The court held that the continued circulation of the pieces could cause serious and irreparable injury to her professional reputation while the defamation suit remains pending.

15 May 2026 4:15 am
AAP, Congress raises concern over SIR in Punjab ahead of 2027 Assembly polls

Haryana Chief Electoral Officer A. Sreenivas said under the third phase of the SIR campaign, July 1, 2026, has been fixed as the qualifying date for State

15 May 2026 4:03 am
806 locals held, 97 properties attached, 41 demolished in anti-drug drive in J&K in 30 days: DGP Nalin Prabhat

He said 41 properties worth nearly 15 crore, identified as proceeds of drug trafficking, were demolished after completion of legal formalities

15 May 2026 3:43 am
CM Fadnavis bike ride draws Opposition ire

Maharashtra CM Fadnavis bike ride sparks opposition criticism amid austerity calls, questioning the governments sincerity and measures post-election

15 May 2026 3:34 am
ED arrests Kolkata Police DC Shantanu Sinha Biswas in money laundering case

ED issued a lookout notice for Shantanu Biswas for ignoring summons; he was viewed as close to the former TMC government, and Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari had previously made allegations against police officials

15 May 2026 2:59 am
CBI conducts searches in Reliance Communications case

The agency conducted searches at seven premises in Mumbai, Gurugram, and Bengaluru linked to senior executives of the company who served during 2015-2017

15 May 2026 2:23 am
The Iran war, Indias strategic autonomy challenges

Despite the defence, commerce and trade deals, India needs to be aware of a possible European alignment with the United States

15 May 2026 2:22 am
Building a preventive health culture in India

The countrys economic and social progress depends on citizen health and longevity

15 May 2026 2:13 am
Bursting at the seams: On the rise in inflation

The current rise in inflation is not transient, but systemic

15 May 2026 2:12 am
Uttarakhand files first FIR on allegations of nikah halala under Uniform Civil Code

The complaint filed by a woman against her husband and in-laws also includes dowry, Muslim marriage and other criminal offences

15 May 2026 2:09 am
Cooling doctrine: On Indias response to extreme heat

Access to safe indoor temperatures must be a public-health entitlement

15 May 2026 2:05 am
CBI arrests key accused in cyber fraud case

Accused persons had impersonated U.S. government officials and swindled $8.5 million from victims

15 May 2026 2:01 am
Trading in organs illegally in Kerala, with forged documents

A State-wide raid held on May 8 exposed an extensive organ trade racket in which forged documents were used to bypass laws that plug loopholes in organ donation. Five cases were registered, nine people arrested, and fabricated documents seized. The illegal trade thrives on patients desperate need for transplant and the monetary benefits that come the donors way.

15 May 2026 1:40 am
Setback for NDA as RJD wins MLC byelection in Bihar

Sonu Rai defeated JD(U) candidate Kanhaiya Prasad by 340 votes in the bypoll held on May 12

15 May 2026 1:39 am
Govt. staff to work from home twice a week as Delhi unveils austerity plan

Drive includes staggered office timings, ban on official foreign visits for one year;govt. will not purchase new petrol, diesel, CNG, or hybrid vehicles for 6 months, says CM; Union Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs pitches for prudent mobility

15 May 2026 1:30 am
IPL 2026 | Raghuvanshi repaying the faith shown by Knight Riders

Angkrish Raghuvanshi impresses in IPL 2026, showcasing maturity and skill in a crucial match against Royal Challengers Bengaluru

15 May 2026 1:28 am
15 May 2026 1:19 am
Granite quarrying kicking up dust

The villages of Kuppam, Bangarupalem and Palamaner in Andhra Pradeshs Chittoor district have been witnessing year-round granite mining activities. Although a regulatory system is in place, many operators resort to illegal quarrying which has repeatedly come under the scrutiny of the National Green Tribunal. The issue even drew political attention when TDP chief N. Chandrababu Naidu inspected quarries a few years ago, and expressed concern over unchecked mining, environmental damage and revenue l

15 May 2026 1:03 am
Sri Lankas Fisheries Minister urges CM Vijay to ban bottom trawling

Hoping to travel to Tamil Nadu and meet the CM, says Ramalingam Chandrasekar

15 May 2026 12:59 am
Multiple Sclerosis Society of India organises awareness event in Chennai

Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a chronic neurological condition affecting the central nervous system. The event sought to highlight the importance of early diagnosis, treatment and support for persons living with the condition

15 May 2026 12:50 am
P. Kumaran takes charge as Indias High Commissioner in London

The new High Commissioner paid tributes to the statues of Mahatma Gandhi in Tavistock Square and Parliament Square and to Babasaheb B.R. Ambedkar at Ambedkar House in London upon assuming charge

15 May 2026 12:47 am
Remove import duty on cotton to ensure supply, CM Vijay urges Modi

Of late, the industry is facing severe crisis due to increase in cotton price, and consequently yarn prices. I understand this is caused primarily due to shortage of cotton production and increase in trading activity in the country, Mr. Vijay said

15 May 2026 12:41 am
The enduring legacy left behind by Ted Turner

The mind behind 24-hour globalised news saw its profitable nature first thrive, and then be commodified

15 May 2026 12:40 am
Tasmac shuts 150 outlets in three days; salesmen face challenges from customers

Outlets located in close proximity to educational institutions and places of worship have been shut across Tamil Nadu following directives issued by Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay

15 May 2026 12:37 am
I refuse to be intimidated, says Delhi High Court judge, initiates contempt proceedings against Kejriwal, AAP leaders

Justice Swarana Kanta Sharma directs that CBIs plea be placed before another Bench; clarifying that she is not recusing herself from the matter; the judge says she had already delivered judgment on recusal plea and stood by it

15 May 2026 12:34 am
Virat Kohli and the art of agelessness

The 37-year-old is showing no signs of stopping despite being closer to the end of his storied career; the unbeaten IPL century on Wednesday was just another reminder of the enviable force that he is in the ever-evolving T20 game

15 May 2026 12:30 am
IPL 2026: Tilak keeps his cool at the crunch as MI hands PBKS a fifth straight loss

The southpaws unbeaten 33-ball 75 helps the Mumbai outfit chase down 201 with one delivery to spare; Shardul scalps four for the victor

15 May 2026 12:23 am
High-flying Royal Challengers feel at home in unfamiliar conditions

Though the defending champion has won only two of its five away games this season, Patidars men have come out on top in both their fixtures at Raipur, which is their second home venue; talismanKohlisremarkable run has been a key feature ofRCBbeing on the verge of aplayoffspot

15 May 2026 12:19 am
Priorities and Challenges before Suvendu Adhikari government in WB

After a massive mandate in 2026 Assembly polls, the task for the BJP govt in WB is to create employment, bring in industries and maintain law and order.

15 May 2026 12:18 am
Villivakkam to get new medical college, better civic infrastructure: Minister Aadhav Arjuna

Villivakkam MLA and Minister Aadhav Arjuna held the first review meeting with civic officials in his Assembly constituency as Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay orders all MLAs to start review meetings to resolve local civic issues

15 May 2026 12:13 am
Survivor stories highlight the need for early thalassemia diagnosis and treatment

Mothers of survivors at the event urged expectant parents to undergo haemoglobin (Hb) electrophoresis testing during pregnancy to help identify thalassemia early and prevent complications

15 May 2026 12:12 am
Talks continue to free 44 hostages in Manipur; church leader killings unprecedented: Deputy CM

Those abducted include an infant and two Naga Catholic trainee priests, said Losii Dikho who is leading the negotiations on behalf of the State government

15 May 2026 12:04 am
Hotels body in A.P. seeks govt. subsidy on commercial LPG cylinders

Highlighting that hike in LPG and PNG prices has made it difficult for hotels and restaurants to maintain affordable pricing for consumers, Andhra Pradesh Star Hotels Association demands reduction in GST on commercial cylinders

14 May 2026 11:37 pm