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Navy stands vigilant to protect national interests, says new chief Admiral Krishna Swaminathan

Admiral Swaminathan said the Indian Navy is well set on a course of capability enhancement and modernisation

31 May 2026 11:31 am
Israeli Army captures strategic castle in Lebanon in deepest incursion into country in 26 years

The capture of Beaufort Castle near the city of Nabatiyeh came after days of intense fighting and airstrikes in nearby villages, where Israeli troops fought Hezbollah members in the rugged area

31 May 2026 11:26 am
Norway Chess: Gukesh prevails over Praggnanandhaa; Divya Deshmukh moves to top

World No.1 Magnus Carlsen was at the receiving end again, as he went down to American Wesley So in the classical to slip back to the last spot on the leaderboard

31 May 2026 11:05 am
Saket building collapse: One killed, ei

Officials said the building was completely reduced to rubble, with debris crashing onto an adjoining tin shed canteen frequented by students preparing for medical entrance examinations

31 May 2026 11:00 am
Three dead, seven injured, as RTC Bus rammed into stationery lorry at Gajuwaka in Visakhapatnam

The impact of the collision was severe, resulting in the death of the bus's co-driver and two passengers on the spot. Seven other passengers sustained injuries and were shifted to King George Hospital (KGH) for treatment

31 May 2026 10:54 am
Japan Defence Chief takes swipe at China at security meet

Under Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi, Japan has quickened its pivot towards a more proactive defence policy, further shaking off with U.S. encouragement its pacifist outlook in place since the end of World War II

31 May 2026 10:45 am
Uproar in U.P. over 10% fuel surcharge on electricity bills

The fuel and power purchase adjustment surcharge, to be calculated effective from March, will be charged in June. The Congress and the SP dub the decision as the failure of the BJP government in the State and flag issues such as frequent power cuts

31 May 2026 10:44 am
Pre-monsoon showers drench Mumbai, waterlogging slows traffic in some areas

Several parts of Mumbai, including the island city, western suburbs and eastern suburbs, received moderate to heavy rainfall, with waterlogging reported in some areas

31 May 2026 10:43 am
Assam Cabinet to be expanded on June 5, says CM Himanta Biswa Sarma

On May 12, 2026, Himanta Biswa Sarma took oath as Chief Minister along with four other Ministers

31 May 2026 10:43 am
Why some brains are more prone to nicotine addiction

Why do some people become dependent on nicotine much faster than others, despite similar exposure?

31 May 2026 10:41 am
Make an informed decision

Uncertain about your career options? Low on self-confidence? This column may help

31 May 2026 10:31 am
Government revises fuel export levies for fortnight beginning June 1, domestic rates unchanged

The duty has been set at 1.5 per litre on petrol exports, 13.5 per litre on diesel exports and 9.5 per litre on ATF exports, as per an official notification

31 May 2026 10:29 am
China's factory activity slows in May, raising questions over its economy

The official manufacturing purchasing managers index moderated to 50 from 50.3 in April, according to the National Bureau of Statistic

31 May 2026 10:25 am
Daily quiz: On books banned

From colonial censorship to post-Independence controversies, the history of books banned or withdrawn in India reflect the politics of offence and free expression

31 May 2026 10:19 am
One third of coaches are egoistic; stubborn and abusive, says Sumit Antil

Antil, who has broken his own world record in F64 javelin throw category in Bengaluru last week, was candid enough to give his own example as a victim to these abuses to prove his point

31 May 2026 10:19 am
TheSulurhorror story of child sexual assault and murder

The shocking sexual assault and murder of a 10-year-old girl near Sulur in Coimbatore comes as a reminder that constant vigilance and creating a safe society for women and girls should be among the top priorities for the new government in Tamil Nadu

31 May 2026 10:08 am
Decomposed body of woman found inside car parked in workshop in Madurai

Case of suspicious death registered; Foul play not ruled out

31 May 2026 10:08 am
General Subramani takes charge as new Chief of Defence Staff

Gen. N.S. Raja Subramani was serving as the Military Advisor at the National Security Council Secretariat and he retired as the Vice Chief of Army Staff on July 31 last year

31 May 2026 10:00 am
DHS Green Card Policy Update 2026: What you need to know

Read to know more about the latest USCIS green card rules.

31 May 2026 9:59 am
IPL 2026 Finals | RCB vs GT: When and where to watch the match

Both Royal Challengers Bengaluru and Gujarat Titans will be aiming to lift their second titla

31 May 2026 9:50 am
Murder of student in Ghaziabad: Main accused killed following encounter with police

Asad, a resident of the Khoda area, was wanted in connection with the stabbing of Surya Chauhan, who succumbed to his injuries while undergoing treatment and was later pronounced dead

31 May 2026 9:46 am
Onion farmers seek 10,000 crore revival package, stable export policy from Centre

Bharat Dighole, founder-president of the Maharashtra State Onion Growers Farmers Association, said that farmers have suffered huge losses over the years due to what he termed flawed export policies, spurious seeds, storage losses and other factors

31 May 2026 9:43 am
Hormuz | The strait where America stalled

The waterway connecting the Persian Gulf to the Arabian Sea has emerged as the most consequential battleground of the U.S.-Israeli war on Iran, with Tehran effectively taking control of the route and rattling energy markets and the global economy

31 May 2026 9:29 am
'Ugly face of BJP's politics of revenge': Opposition leaders condemn attack on TMC's Abhishek

Stones, eggs and abuses were hurled at the Diamond Harbour MP when he visited Sonarpur town on the outskirts of Kolkata to meet the family of a TMC worker who was allegedly killed in post-poll violence

31 May 2026 9:20 am
Para-athlete Chirag Tyagi found dead in Ghaziabad

The body of the deceased has been sent for post-mortem examination, said the police, adding that the para-athlete may have been shot

31 May 2026 8:53 am
Second-life surgery | Surrendered Maoists in Maharashtra reverse vasectomies for family life

As men in Maharashtras Maoist-affected Gadchiroli district give up arms, their outlook on life has changed. This report discusses how they are reversing the vasectomies that a life of resistance in the forest had forced them into

31 May 2026 8:34 am
U.S. military fires on Gambia-flagged ship violating Iran blockade

U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM), which oversees forces in the West Asia region, said the strike occurred on May 29 after the M/V Lian Star failed to respond to more than 20 warnings

31 May 2026 8:29 am
Venezuelas Opposition candidate Edmundo Gonzlez calls for Presidential elections

Former Venezuelan opposition candidate Edmundo Gonzlez is calling for presidential elections as the five-month mark of interim President Delcy Rodrguezs administration approaches, following a U.S. military intervention that ousted Nicols Maduro in January

31 May 2026 7:59 am
News in Frames | Bringing water to a scorching desert

The Indira Gandhi Canal serves as a critical water supply resource for Jaisalmer and thousands of remote desert villages; yet scarcity persists, with many still relying on ancestral wells as concerns over groundwater depletion and canal maintenance remain

31 May 2026 7:48 am
Is India getting hotter? | Explained

Are the worlds hottest cities mostly in India? How do urban heat islands work? Will the El Nio impact monsoons?

31 May 2026 7:36 am
Why is India pushing for coal gasification? | Explained

What is coal gasification and how does it have the potential to substitute imports? What technical challenges does high-ash Indian coal pose for gasification? Where does India stand with respect to coal gasification and related technology?

31 May 2026 7:35 am
Why is CBSEs evaluation system facing flak? | Explained

What is the On-Screen Marking system and why is it under scrutiny? What is its history? Has it been successful elsewhere? Why did CBSE introduce it and how did it pan out? How has the Board responded to the crisis?

31 May 2026 7:34 am
India needs to expand the quantum of community health workers

Like ASHA, we need Ashok as a male health care worker in each village

31 May 2026 7:24 am
Israel-Iran war LIVE: Lebanon PM denounces Israeli campaign as fresh strikes hit South

U.S. says capable of resuming war with Iran as deal remains elusive

31 May 2026 7:24 am
Delhi High Courts pathbreaking ruling on Google keyword advertising | Explained

Justice Mini Pushkarna assessed if a company can buy anothers registered trademark as a keyword on Google Ads to have their ads appear first in searches for that trademark

31 May 2026 6:55 am
Not all immigrants will have to leave U.S. to seek green cards: Report

The spokesperson pointed to people who overstay visas or come from countries whose citizens are heavy users of public assistance as groups that could be affected

31 May 2026 6:30 am
Paris police detain 45 after violence erupts during celebrations of PSGs Champions League title

Paris police have detained 45 people after violence disrupted celebrations of Paris Saint-Germains second Champions League title win and a group tried to storm a police station

31 May 2026 3:50 am
Drone attack struck turbine building at Ukraine's Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant, IAEA says

IAEA chief Rafael Grossi expressed serious concern about the reported incident and said Attacking nuclear sites is like playing with fire.

31 May 2026 2:56 am
Kochi sailor who endured Equatorial Guineas detention feels relieved with international tribunals verdict

Kochi-based sailor Sanu Jose was the chief officer of Heroic Idun when the vessel was detained by Equatorial Guinea on charge of violating their territorial waters and attempt to steal crude oil

31 May 2026 1:43 am
Oppn. accuses Kochi Mayor of abuse of power over extension of biomining agreement

LDF alleges that the contract with the company engaged in biomining legacy waste was renewed after its expiry without the councils approval

31 May 2026 1:41 am
Kochi metro worksite accident: SHRC registers suo motu case

A woman was injured after an iron piece fell on her car at the worksite near Padivattom

31 May 2026 1:39 am
Kochi Corpn. to seek explanation from LEDstreetlightcontractor

The Mayor announces the decision at the council meeting after councillors level severe criticism against the contractor and accuse him of indifference that exposes them to public ire

31 May 2026 1:36 am
Malls, e-commerce hit school accessories market hard

Retailers say prices have risen only marginally this year, blaming weak sales on cautious consumer spending and a shift towards e-commerce

31 May 2026 1:34 am
PSG wins back-to-back Champions League titles after shootout victory against Arsenal

Arsenal defender Gabriel Magalhaes fired the last of his team's penalties over the bar to hand PSG a 4-3 shootout victory.

31 May 2026 1:09 am
Illegal gambling racket busted at private hotel in Teynampet

The team seized cash amounting to 81.17 lakh, playing cards, mobile phones, and a cash-counting machine from the spot

31 May 2026 12:53 am