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Summer heat| Drinking water kiosks set up in Srisailam temple town

The services of Siva sevaks (volunteers) are being utilized to manage these centers, where buttermilk is also being served to help devotees cope with the intense summer heat, temple EO said

2 May 2026 4:03 pm
Not luck, but struggle made B.S. Yediyurappa CM of Karnataka: B.Y. Vijayendra

No politics, only tribute to veteran leader, says State BJP chief on convention in Chitradurga on May 9

2 May 2026 3:58 pm
Four-year-old girl sexually assaulted and murdered in Pune district; 65-year-old labourer held

The incident triggered outrage in Bhor tehsil, with hundreds of villagers rushing to a police chowki and demanding stern action against the accused

2 May 2026 3:56 pm
Three DRG personnel killed, one injured as IED goes off during demining operation in Chhattisgarh

The District Reserve Guards were conducting a demining operation in a forest area under the Chhotebethiya police station when the IED went off

2 May 2026 3:51 pm
West Bengal election: Falta residents protest over alleged TMC intimidation ahead of counting day

Heavy security deployment was witnessed in the area, with personnel from the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) and Rapid Action Force (RAF) stationed at key locations.

2 May 2026 3:49 pm
Meena Muthiah, noted educationist and philanthropist, passes away

Her last rites will be performed at the Mylapore crematorium between 9 a.m. and 11 a.m. on May 3

2 May 2026 3:47 pm
Kejriwal resorting to vendetta politics, says BJP after Punjab Police books defected MP

BJP national spokesperson Shehzad Poonawalla claimed that AAP supremo Arvind Kejriwal is misusing the Punjab Police to settle political scores, and Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann has become a party to it

2 May 2026 3:38 pm
Trump jokes U.S. Navy will take on Cuba on the way home from Iran

The Trump administration is in the midst of a monthslong campaign to press the Cuban government to make dramatic reforms

2 May 2026 3:34 pm
Patnaik seeks humane banking administration after tribal man carries sisters skeleton to bank

The BJD supremo, in a letter, urges the Union Finance Minister to ensure that clear accountability be immediately fixed for this recent incident, which took place in the Keonjhar district

2 May 2026 3:24 pm
Cordon and search operation held in Kurnool as part of Operation Vajraprahar

Thorough searches were conducted in the homes, rented accommodations, and vacant buildings associated with individuals previously apprehended for offences involving ganja and other crimes

2 May 2026 3:20 pm
Three of a family killed in accident near Madhavaram bus terminus

An eight-year-old boy was among the deceased; a truck driver has been arrested on charges of causing the accident

2 May 2026 3:19 pm
CSK has a slight edge over Mumbai Indians | The IPL Show

Vidyut reviews Delhi Capitals win over Rajasthan Royals and looks ahead Saturdays big clash between arch-rivals Chennai Super Kings and Mumbai Indians.

2 May 2026 3:16 pm
LPG price surge hits eateries, food costs may rise

A record 993 hike in commercial LPG cylinder prices has pushed costs to over 3,071 in Delhi, squeezing restaurants and street vendors across India.

2 May 2026 3:14 pm
From infection to emergency: what you should know about sepsis in children

The best defence against sepsis is preventing infections: through vaccination and personal protection measures. If an infection does occur, prompt, accurate treatment is crucial

2 May 2026 3:13 pm
Potentially hazardous spots inspected on roads in Nandyal town

District administration proposes to take up steps like straightening curves, widening roads and increasing illumination at these spots to reduce chances of road accidents

2 May 2026 3:07 pm
Donald Trump announces 25% duty on EU-made vehicles

U.S. President Donald Trump has announced a 25% tariff on automobiles from the European Union, accusing the bloc of violating the Turnberry Agreement.

2 May 2026 3:03 pm
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

2 May 2026 2:59 pm
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

2 May 2026 2:57 pm
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 committed to grassroots work

2 May 2026 2:56 pm
Urrak: Goas liquid summer soul

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

2 May 2026 2:56 pm
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 are likely during the next 24 hours

2 May 2026 2:51 pm
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 bus stop

2 May 2026 2:51 pm
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

2 May 2026 2:49 pm
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 in 2020, he was seriously injured again in a handbike accident after crashing into a truck

2 May 2026 2:46 pm
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

2 May 2026 2:42 pm
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 the dismantling of the inauguration infrastructure and cleaning work

2 May 2026 2:32 pm
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 3,400 in the black market

2 May 2026 2:29 pm
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 its petition against the April 13 circular

2 May 2026 2:22 pm
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 reverent, sometimes complicated, often deeply affectionate that together trace the presence of a figure who was as influential as he was impossible to ignore

2 May 2026 2:11 pm
Kasab zari revival: How designer Monica Shah is reimagining a vanishing Mughal craft

Fashion label Jade by Monica and Karishma revives a Mughal-era kasab technique rooted in Persian craft traditions, creating a 15,000-hour masterpiece

2 May 2026 2:04 pm
SCR seeks land at four locations in Telangana for mega coaching terminals

Key infrastructure bottlenecks identified at a meeting includes long-pending proposal to widen the vent on Tank BundRanigunj road, construction of an additional ROB in Mallapur

2 May 2026 1:53 pm
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

2 May 2026 1:52 pm
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 SBI

2 May 2026 1:43 pm
Punjab's first case under the anti-sacrilege law registered in Sri Muktsar Sahib

The case was registered on April 30 night, following a compliant of torn pages of 'Sukhmani Sahib Gutka' were found in Kuchian Mohalla in Malout in Sri Muktsar Sahib, says a police official

2 May 2026 1:38 pm
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

2 May 2026 1:37 pm
Kerala polls: Tight security in place for vote counting day, says State Police Chief

Ravada Chandrasekhar says forces have been deployed across the State to prevent any untoward incidents on counting day

2 May 2026 1:31 pm
Repolls Held in West Bengals South 24 Parganas at 15 Booths

Repolling is underway in parts of West Bengal after the Election Commission ordered fresh voting in 15 booths across South 24 Parganas district following allegations of electoral malpractice. Voting began at 7 a.m. on Saturday and will continue till 6 p.m. The repolls are being held in two Assembly constituencies, with 11 polling stations in Magrahat Paschim and four in Diamond Harbour.

2 May 2026 1:23 pm
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

2 May 2026 1:21 pm
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

2 May 2026 1:15 pm
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

2 May 2026 1:11 pm
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 questions. Chennai is believed to have been doing poorly in this annual assessment partly due to its residents reluctance to take the survey

2 May 2026 1:04 pm
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

2 May 2026 1:03 pm
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

2 May 2026 1:01 pm
What is Indias new Cell Broadcast System? Everything you need to know

Cell broadcasts can reach all mobile phones within a designated geographical area, providing extensive and rapid coverage without putting excessive strain on telecom networks

2 May 2026 12:56 pm
Iran executes two for spying for Israel

Iranian media said Karimpour passed sensitive information to a Mossad officer, while Bakarzadeh was accused of collecting details on government and religious figures and key sites, including in the Natanz area

2 May 2026 12:55 pm
Kerala professor T.J. Joseph palm-chopping case: NIA court to frame charges against accused

NIA special court directs that accused Savad be produced and Shafeer, who is on bail, appear before it on May 15 for recording their pleas as part of framing of charges

2 May 2026 12:52 pm
Peddi gets a release date: Ram Charan movie to hit theatres on this date

The makers of Peddi, starring Ram Charan, Shivarajkumar and Janhvi Kapoor, have announced the release date of the pan-Indian movie with a fresh poster

2 May 2026 12:45 pm
Kerala Assembly elections: Counting arrangements in place for May 4

Kerala to have 140 counting centres across 43 locations. As many as 15,465 officials to be part of counting exercise in the State

2 May 2026 12:33 pm