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Kerala Assembly polls: Kerala all set for counting day as ruling Left Democratic Front eyes third term, while Opposition UDF hopes for a comeback

Kerala had 883 candidates in the fray on April 9 when, as per the latest updates, 79.7% of the 2.71 crore-strong electorate exercised their franchise

4 May 2026 6:54 am
Inida-Nepal border: Crossing a line

With Nepalese law enforcement agencies pushing for customs duty on Indian goods above 100, people living along the Indo-Nepal border are alarmed over a disruption to their lives. A report on their worry over what will happen next at the so-far open border that divides the two nations, but is also symbolic of centuries-old relationships that has diminished that separation in practice

4 May 2026 6:49 am
Kerala Election Results 2026 LIVE: Security tightened in sensitive areas ahead of poll verdict

Kerala will have 140 counting centres across 43 locations; Tight security arrangements have been made across Kerala

4 May 2026 6:23 am
Assam election results LIVE: Will it be a BJP hat-trick or Congress-led comeback?

Both alliances are gung-ho about bagging at least 64 seats, the simple majority mark in the 126-member Assembly

4 May 2026 6:20 am
Puducherry Assembly election results 2026 LIVE: As AINRC-led NDA eyes second term, people's mandate to be out

Six counting centres have been set up across the Union Territory; Chief Electoral Officer says elaborate arrangements have been made for counting of votes

4 May 2026 6:19 am
Tamil Nadu Assembly election results 2026 LIVE: All eyes on Vijay's TVK as DMK seeks second consecutive term

Majority of exit poll projections gave an advantage to DMK+. However, Axis My India gave a massive 98-120 seats to TVK

4 May 2026 6:07 am
West Bengal election results LIVE: TMC looks to retain power, BJP aims historic win after record turnout

The Election Commission of India has assured all political parties of a triple-layer security at all counting centres with specialised patrols in vulnerable zones; only authorised personnel with QR-coded IDs are permitted entry in the counting venue

4 May 2026 6:06 am
India-Jamaica ties characterised by continuity and change: Jaishankar

In an interview with The Jamaican Gleaner, Mr. Jaishankar also said that both countries must continue to work together to build a deeper and more resilient partnership that works for both our people and contributes to a more just world

4 May 2026 4:05 am
Saini urges Punjab OBCs to back BJP in Assembly polls

Addressing an OBCSammelanin Rupnagar, Haryana CM Nayab Saini said the BJP ensures equal representation

4 May 2026 2:51 am
Man United beats Liverpool 3-2; to be back in Champions League after two-year absence

A 3-2 win against Liverpool on Sunday confirmed Uniteds return to European club soccers top competition after a two-year absence

4 May 2026 2:37 am
Dhamne ends runner up in Shymkent

Manas Dhamne put up a spirited fight before losing 6-7(8), 4-6 in a contest that lasted over two hours and hinged on fine margins

4 May 2026 2:33 am
Oscar Bruzon to leave East Bengal at season end; cites lack of long-term planning

We have four matches remaining in the current ISL campaign. I will not be staying on after these four matches. May 31st will be my final day as the coach of East Bengal, Bruzon said

4 May 2026 2:31 am
Antonelli takes third win a row for Mercedes to stretch F1 lead in Miami

The youngest driver ever to lead the championship, at 19 years old, Kimi Antonelli also became the first to take his first three career wins from the top slot on the grid and also the first in five editions of the race to win in Miami from the front row

4 May 2026 2:09 am
Three die on Atlantic cruise ship from suspected hantavirus: WHO

The outbreak occurred on the MV Hondius, travelling from Ushuaia in Argentina to Cape Verde

4 May 2026 2:02 am
IPL 2026: MI meets LSG in a do-or-die encounter

Despite boasting some of the biggest names in Indian cricket, MI has struggled across departments

4 May 2026 1:38 am
Independent journalism punished, compliance rewarded under current regime, says Kharge

Sections of the media have been reduced to echoing the ruling establishment, while those who persist in asking questions are targeted relentlessly, says the Congress president while calling for deep introspection by all stakeholders on the occasion of World Press Freedom Day

4 May 2026 1:32 am
A countdown to International Day of Yoga

By encouraging mindfulness and emotional regulation, Yoga equips individuals with the ability to manage stress and respond thoughtfully

4 May 2026 1:02 am
Naidus industrial push for Andhra Pradesh

The Chief Ministers ambitious drive for investments has given rise to concerns

4 May 2026 12:51 am
Man found dead inVelliangiriHills inCoimbatoredistrict

The Forest Department suspects the deceased trekked the hills alone as no one has approached the staff with complaints of a missing pilgrim

4 May 2026 12:50 am
Electoral debuts in Tamil Nadus past Assembly elections tell a mixed story of breakthroughs, missed chances

With the high profile debut of actor-politician C. Joseph Vijays Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam in the latest polls, expectations are high about whether the party can breach the Dravidian duopoly or merely dent its margins

4 May 2026 12:49 am
BC communities hopeful of political reservations in local body elections

BC Dedicated Commission Chairman Rajiv Ranjan Mishra, who has been appointed to ensure political reservations for all communities in accordance to their population, has visited three North Andhra districts

4 May 2026 12:47 am
India rejects Nepals objection to Kailash Manasarovar Yatra via Lipulekh Pass

India remains open to a constructive interaction with Nepal on all issues in the bilateral relationship, including on boundary issues through dialogue and diplomacy, the Ministry of External Affairs said

4 May 2026 12:45 am
High cost of five kg FTL cylinders keeps new consumers away

Consumers say a new five kg FTL connection costs 1,760, which is very high, and the cylinder will not last for 41 days unlike the regular cylinder

4 May 2026 12:43 am
BJP closingseminaries with the help of J&K government: Mehbooba Mufti

The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) president says Omar Abdullah government remained silent as Siraj-ul-Uloom in Shopian in south Kashmir was closed

4 May 2026 12:24 am
Dhoni reality check what the Super Kings faithful dreaded

The bond between the legendary captain of the franchise and the legion of fans goes beyond trophies and silverwares; the supporters are beginning to get a glimpse of life beyond theglovemanthough they would be keen to celebrate a cameo or two from Captain Cool

4 May 2026 12:23 am
Tamil Nadu | UPSC to shortlist DGP candidates on May 11

The new DGP/HoPF will have a minimum tenure of two years irrespective of date of superannuation, as per Supreme Court guidelines in the Prakash Singh case

4 May 2026 12:23 am
Women make up over 80% of the additional voters in 2026 T.N. Assembly polls

Of about 25.3 lakh more votes polled this time than in 2021, around 20.8 lakh came from women, the highest in the last four Assembly elections

4 May 2026 12:17 am
Kashmir will never be Pakistani and we will never become Pakistan, says Farooq Abdullah

I pray that I will not die till I see the revival of Gandhis philosophy again, says National Conference president

4 May 2026 12:17 am
Keeping Indias carbon money at home

When Europe sets carbon rules, India must not remain the price taker

4 May 2026 12:17 am
Counting of votes to be held at three centres in Ernakulam

Strong rooms will be opened at 6:30 a.m. in the presence of candidates or their authorised representatives, and counting will begin at 8 a.m. Postal ballots will be taken up first, followed by votes recorded in electronic voting machines

4 May 2026 12:13 am
AI and a gathering storm of unchecked power

Corporate control of AI raises urgent questions about power, accountability and a weakening of democratic safeguards

4 May 2026 12:10 am
Ahead of Misris expected Nepal visit, Kathmandu expresses concern to India, China on Kailash yatra over Lipulekh

Nepal reiterates territorial claim to Lipulekh Pass, flags concerns over Kailash Manasarovar Yatra; India says the border pass has been long standing route for the yatra since 1954; it is unclear whether the Foreign Secretary will get to meet Nepal PM during the visit originally slated for May 11-12

4 May 2026 12:10 am
India rejects Nepals objection to Kailash Mansarovar Yatra via Lipulekh Pass

India remains open to a constructive interaction with Nepal on all issues in the bilateral relationship, including on boundary issues through dialogue and diplomacy, the Ministry of External Affairs said

4 May 2026 12:02 am
Metro Rail commuters flag sultry rides, want better air-conditioning

They complain of insufficient cooling inside coaches during peak hours;temperature is set at 24 degrees Celsius and duct modification work is under way to improve ventilation: CMRL officials

4 May 2026 12:00 am
Tackling takedowns: On the government and online censorship

Online censorship is a threat to the fundamental right to free expression

3 May 2026 11:58 pm
Karnataka leadership talks in Delhi unlikely in next few weeks

Just as a group of Congress legislators aspiring to become Ministers are planning to reach Delhi next week to press for Cabinet expansion, the leadership issue in the Congress is unlikely to be settled soon

3 May 2026 11:51 pm
Doctors decide: On legal abortion

Decisions to go for abortion must be guided by sound medical advice

3 May 2026 11:50 pm