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Donald Trump-Xi Jinping meeting date, venue: Key takeaways, highlights, what to know

Donald Trump is scheduled to arrive in Beijing on Wednesday ahead of his meetings on Thursday and Friday. Trup and Xi Jinping are due to visit th

Quote of the day by Aristotle: 'Love is composed of a single soul inhabiting...' - life lessons on love, unity, relationships and why emotional bonds go beyond physical attraction by father of logic and founder of the Lyceum

Quote of the day by Aristotle: The ancient Greek philosopher, defined love as a single soul inhabiting two bodies. This concept highlights deep e

Rajasthan Mens and Womens Lacrosse Teams Reach Federation Cup Final Again

Udaipur, May 13 (Udaipur Kiran) Rajasthans mens and womens lacrosse teams have entered the final of the Third Federation Cup Lacrosse Championsh

Samuels hat-trick sends Langsning through to next round

By Our Reporter Shillong, May 12: Langsning FC wrapped up the last available spot in the Top 8 with a 5-0 victory against Lumphyrnai Sohphoh FC a

PIMS City Hospital Launches South Rajasthans First Digital PET CT Scan Facility

Udaipur, May 13 (Udaipur Kiran) PIMS City Hospital has launched South Rajasthans first and only advanced DIGITAL PET CT Scan machine, marking a

Ousmane Dembele voted Ligue 1s best player for 2nd straight season

Paris, May 12: Paris Saint-Germain forward Ousmane Dembele has won Ligue 1s player of the season award for the second straight year. Dembele won

GBH Hospitals Celebrate Nurses Day with Honour and Gratitude

Udaipur, May 13 (Udaipur Kiran) International Nurses Day was celebrated with enthusiasm and emotion at GBH American Hospital and GBH General and

Rahul 'strongly dissents' on next CBI director's selection; talks concluded in just 5 minutes

Rahul Gandhi registered a strong dissent against the CBI director selection process, calling it a iased exercise and a mere formality. He allege

Rajasthan Cracks Down on Illegal Liquor Trade, Over 2.8 Lakh Litres of Wash Destroyed

Udaipur, May 13 (Udaipur Kiran) Under a special enforcement drive launched to curb the illegal manufacture, storage, transportation and sale of

Where is Melania Trump? U.S First Lady is not travelling to China accompanying Donald Trump

US President Donald Trump told the media that among the several items for discussions with China, trade would be a key focus area.

Cannes Film Festival begins in France

The red carpet has been rolled out at the 79th Cannes Film Festival in the South of France. The French Riviera festival beginning Tuesday will in

Vin Diesel to executive produce Fast & Furious series

A Fast & Furious TV series is in development at Peacock, with Vin Diesel attached as executive producer. He announced the project at the NBCUnive

Jacqueline Fernandez steps back in money laundering case

Actor Jacqueline Fernandez on Tuesday withdrew her application before Delhis Patiala House Court seeking permission to become an approver in the

Kerala CM suspense may end today, Congress wraps up final huddle

Congress leadership is nearing a decision to end Kerala's week-long Chief Minister deadlock after internal party discussions. Senior leaders, inc

Containing war impact on growth, current account: PMO stitching up plan to boost foreign fund flow

Officials at both the finance ministry and Niti Aayog are identifying economic opportunities presented by the Iran conflict, as well as gauging t

Inflation in drivers seat likely to stall discretionary spend

While consumer demand had started improving over the past four months after a prolonged slowdown, rising crude oil prices, supply disruptions and

Jason Collins cause of death explained: Former NBA center and first openly gay player dies at 47 after brain cancer battle

Jason Collins, the former NBA center, has died at 47 after battling glioblastoma. Collins, who came out in 2013, was celebrated for his courage a

Iran war sparks shipping fuel fears

BANGKOK, May 12: The Iran war and the closure of the Strait of Hormuz have triggered a major crisis in the global shipping industry by disrupting

Iran war conflict loom over TrumpXi summit talks

WASHINGTON, May 12: US President Donald Trump is heading to Beijing for talks with Chinese President Xi Jinping amid rising tensions over the Ira

Tata Power Q4 PAT up 8%, revenue down 8%, dividend at 2.50 per share

Praveer Sinha, CEO and Managing Director, Tata Power, said, This quarter and year reflect our sustained focus on creating long-term value through

Contemporary relevance of Guru Tegh Bahadur Ji

Prof K S Chandrasekar vc@clujammu.ac.in Waheguru Ji Ka Khalsa, Waheguru Ji Ki Fateh, writes Prof. Karamjeet Singh, Vice Chancellor of GND Univers

The Next Generation rise to power in Tamil Nadu

Ashok Bhan Tamil Nadu is once again at the threshold of a major political transition. The State that produced towering political personalities su

Lakshay in final; four Indian boxers settle for bronze in Tashkent

Tashkent, May 12: Indian boys had a challenging day at the Asian Boxing U-17 Championships 2026, with Lakshay Phogat emerging as the lone finalis

PM Modi tells SPG to cut convoy by half, govt depts to adopt austerity measures

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has significantly reduced his motorcade size, aiming to inspire austerity across the government. The Special Protect

International Nurses Day: Delhi Chief Minister Engages with Caregivers

New Delhi, May 13: On the eve of International Nurses Day, Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta conducted an unexpected inspection at the Lok Nayak J

BFI reverts to trial-based system

Boxing selection camp to resume today New Delhi, May 12: The boxing selection camp for the Commonwealth Games and Asian Games will resume on Wedn

Lessons of five state election results

Ashwani Kumar Chrungoo ashwanikc2012@gmail.com Results of the elections conducted for five states (West Bengal, Assam, Tamil Nadu, Kerala and UT

Nahid bags fifer as Bangladesh beat Pak by 104 runs in 1st Test

Dhaka, May 12: Fast bowler Nahid Rana claimed a five-for as Bangladesh secured a 104-run victory in the first Test against Pakistan on Tuesday. C

Chinese proverb of the day: 'To talk much and arrive nowhere is the same as climbing a tree to...' - life lessons on why you must talk less and do more as this Chinese saying reveals action matters more than words

Chinese proverb of the day: Excessive talking without clear purpose often yields no real progress, much like climbing a tree to catch fish. This

Ismail reverses intl retirement for womens T20 World Cup

Johannesburg, May 12: South African pacer Shabnim Ismail on Tuesday reversed her international retirement as she was named in the countrys 15-pla

Asian Weightlifting Cships inaugurated in Gandhinagar

Ahmedabad, May 12: The 2026 Asian Senior Weightlifting Championships, in which players from nearly 30 countries are taking part, were formally in

New mothers being helped in comeback world over but WFI blocking Vinesh: Sakshi

New Delhi, May 12: Olympic bronze-winning grappler Sakshi Malik on Tuesday supported Vinesh Phogat in her tussle with the Wrestling Federation of

NEET-UG cancelled after 'paper leak', 23 lakh students hit, CBI to probe case

Exam nixed for 1st time since NTA took over in 2019

Sinner equals Djokovics Masters feat

Rome, May 12: World No. 1 Jannik Sinner moved level with Novak Djokovic for the longest ATP Masters 1000 winning streak in history after cruising

Indian Boxers Shine at the 2026 Asian Under-17 Boxing Championship

Tashkent, May 12: The 2026 Asian Under-17 Boxing Championship has proven to be a challenging day for Indian male boxers. Only Lakshya Fogat has m

Disruption after protest hurt career momentum: Deepak

Gonda, May 12: Asian Games silver medallist Deepak Punia believes the disruption caused by the wrestlers protest at jantar mantar and the resulti

GT crush SRH by 82 runs to climb atop points table

INDIAN PREMIER LEAGUE | CORBIN BOSCH FIRST BOWLER THIS SEASON TO BOWL MAIDEN IN (7-15) OVERS MATCH TODAY KOLKATA KNIGHT RIDERS VS ROYAL CHALLENG

NCW and Delhi Police Strengthen Coordination for Womens Safety

New Delhi, May 13: The National Commission for Women (NCW) held a high-level review meeting with the Delhi Police at their headquarters to enhanc

India-Oman FTA likely to come into force from June 1: Goyal

NEW DELHI, May 12 : The free trade agreement (FTA) between India and Oman is expected to come into force from June 1, Commerce and Industry Minis

President honours 15 nurses with Florence Nightingale Awards

*Awardees include Ladakhs Kulwinder Excelsior Correspondent NEW DELHI, May 12: President Droupadi Murmu today conferred the National Florence Nig

LG announces launch of two innovative pillars under Drug-Free JK campaign

Will partner with religious leaders, social groups Excelsior Correspondent Srinagar, May 12: Lieutenant Governor, Manoj Sinha today joined the Dr

NEET-UG 2026 cancelled: What happens next Heres what students need to know

NEW DELHI, May 12: The cancellation of NEET-UG 2026 has left over 22 lakh medical aspirants and their families anxious about the next steps, incl

Union Minister Kumaraswamy announces approval of proposals for EV charging

BENGALURU, May 12: Union Minister H D Kumaraswamy on Tuesday announced approval of proposals pertaining to electric vehicle charging infrastructu

RCB batters search solidity against KKRs in-form bowling unit

RAIPUR, May 12: Royal Challengers Bengaluru will require a significantly punchier batting effort to overcome Kolkata Knight Riders in-form bowlin

VHP seeks apology, expulsion of Udhayanidhi Stalin over anti-Sanatan remarks

NEW DELHI, May 12 : The Vishva Hindu Parishad (VHP) on Tuesday demanded an unconditional apology from DMK leader Udhayanidhi Stalin over his rema

14C, RBIH sign MoU to curb menace of mule accounts: Shah

Will help in checking cyber crimes NEW DELHI, May 12: Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Tuesday announced that the countrys anti-cyber crime agenc

Russias Lavrov to hold talks with Jaishankar during India visit this week

MOSCOW, May 12: Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov will hold talks with his Indian counterpart S Jaishankar during his visit to New Delhi thi

Those who abused Sanatan Dharma have already been cremated: Baba Ramdev

VARANASI, May 12 : Yoga guru Baba Ramdev today said that the funerals of some political parties who abused Sanatan Dharma have already taken plac

RBI Revokes License of Mumbais Sarvodaya Cooperative Bank Due to Financial Instability

Mumbai, May 13: The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has revoked the banking license of Sarvodaya Cooperative Bank Limited, located in Mumbai. The cen

Former West Bengal Minister Sujit Bose Remanded to ED Custody in Municipal Recruitment Scam

Kolkata, May 13: A special court under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA) in Kolkata has remanded former West Bengal Fire Services Min

Rafael Leo: The Portuguese Mbapp Making Waves in Football

New Delhi, May 13: Rafael Leo, the strong-winged player from Portugal, has carved a niche in the football world with his speed, dribbling, and ag

Even Mahabharat would pale: Supreme Court on Kapur spat

A protracted property dispute between Sunjay Kapur's mother and wife has prompted the Supreme Court to appoint former CJI D Y Chandrachud as medi

Han Cheng Addresses the Inaugural Ceremony of the World Digital Education Conference 2026

Beijing, May 12: Han Cheng, the Vice President of China, participated in the inaugural ceremony of the World Digital Education Conference 2026 he

Discover the Architectural Marvel of Sati Deori Temple in Rajasthan

Chittorgarh, May 13: India, known as the land of temples, is home to numerous beautiful and remarkable sacred sites across various religions. One

MPSAT holds 20th General Body meet

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, May 12: Mochi Phali Seat Athrot Trust (MPSAT) organized 20th Annual General Body meeting here at Roop Nagar to rev

BJP leader terms PMs appeal on petrol, gold visionary, farsighted

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, May 12: J&K BJP media in charge, Dr. Pardeep Mahotra termed Prime Minister, Narendra Modis appeal to citizens to r

3 Probationer DySPs deployed as SHOs

Excelsior Correspondent UDHAMPUR, May 12: Three Probationer DySPs of 2024 batch have been deployed as Station House Officers (SHOs) of Police Sta

Rekha Mahajan, Arun Sharma listen public grievances

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, May 12: Jammu and Kashmir BJP State vice president, Rekha Mahajan and State secretary, Arun Sharma, during their s

Young innovators shine at AAROHAN festival

Excelsior Correspondent Srinagar, May 12: Innovation, entrepreneurship and youth-led dialogue dominated the second day of AAROHAN 2026, National

SKIMS plans 500 nursing appointments: Director

Excelsior Correspondent Srinagar, May 12: The Sher-i-Kashmir Institute of Medical Sciences (SKIMS) will recruit nearly 1,200 paramedical staff, i

GMC Anantnag to intensify TB screening

Excelsior Correspondent Srinagar, May 12: Government Medical College (GMC) Anantnag has decided to intensify tuberculosis screening in OPDs and I

HC denies bail to Shopian man in terror conspiracy case

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, May 12: The High Court of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh has dismissed the bail appeal of Syed Irfan Ahmad of Nazneenp

UN Highlights Importance of US-China Dialogue for Global Stability

Beijing, May 13: The upcoming meeting between leaders of China and the United States has garnered attention from the United Nations. On May 11, U

Lara Dutta Honors Late Father on First Anniversary with Special Ritual and Planting Ceremony

Mumbai, May 13: Actress Lara Dutta held a special prayer ceremony on Tuesday to commemorate the first anniversary of her fathers passing. In a he

PM Modis Five-Nation Tour: Strengthening Global Partnerships for India

New Delhi, May 13: Prime Minister Narendra Modi will embark on an official visit to the United Arab Emirates, Netherlands, Sweden, Norway, and It

WHO Warns of Potential Hantavirus Cases in Coming Weeks, Global Threat Remains Low

Madrid, May 13: The World Health Organization (WHO) Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus announced on Tuesday that more cases of hantaviru

'People's will through lawmakers can bring religious reforms': Supreme Court

Constitutional courts should be extremely reluctant to alter religious practices, a nine-judge Supreme Court bench cautioned. Only the will of th

Kumar Sanu Shares Iconic Song by His Inspiration Kishore Kumar

Mumbai, May 13: The enchanting melodies of classic songs continue to resonate with music lovers today. On Tuesday, renowned singer Kumar Sanu sha

Shekhar Suman Makes a Comeback to Television After 14 Years with Shekhar Tonight

Mumbai, May 13: Actor Shekhar Suman is returning to television with his unscripted late-night talk show, Shekhar Tonight. This marks his first ap

Supreme Court to hear ED plea to cancel bail to West Bengal coal scam 'kingpin'

The Supreme Court has agreed to hear the Enforcement Directorate's plea to cancel the bail of alleged coal smuggling kingpin Anup Majee. While is

Irans Guards hold military drills in capital as ceasefire teeters

The IRGC enhances its combat preparedness amid fears of renewed conflict after U.S. President Donald Trump warned that the ceasefire was on the b

Book fair promotes reading habits among KV students

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, May 12: PM SHRI Kendriya Vidyalaya Umroi Cantonment, in collaboration with the Field Post Office (FPO), 11 Brigade, org

Meghalaya govt to seek SMCH inauguration date from PM again

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, May 12: The Meghalaya government will again request Prime Minister Narendra Modi for a date to formally inaugurate the

Protests Erupt in Bhopal Over Attack on Muslim Youth at Hotel

Bhopal, May 13: Hundreds from the Muslim community protested in Bhopal on Tuesday against the recent attack and alleged public humiliation of a y

At Tech Trial, Sam Altman Says Elon Musk Wanted 90% Stake In OpenAI

OpenAI counters that Musk -- who is now also an AI competitor with his xAI -- is motivated by petty revenge, having failed to seize majority cont

Former Uttarakhand CM Praises Decision to Cancel NEET Exam

Dehradun, May 13: Former Uttarakhand Chief Minister Ramesh Pokhriyal has expressed his concerns regarding the impact of the NEET exam cancellatio

Hit the streets: Kejriwal to students on NEET-UG paper leak; protests

This government understands only the language of agitation, says AAP chief, alleges connivance and political patronage behind recurring leaks

Himanta govt 2.0 a sign of NDA consolidation in NE

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, May 12: It was a show of bonhomie as all chief ministers from the Northeast attended Himanta Biswa Sarmas swearing-in a

State ready for LS bypoll, SIR, awaits ECI schedule

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, May 12: Meghalaya Chief Electoral Officer B.D.R. Tiwari on Tuesday said the Election Commission (EC) is ready and waiti

RSS Chief Mohan Bhagwat to Visit Assam for Three-Day Training Program

Guwahati, May 13: Mohan Bhagwat, the chief of the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS), will arrive in Assam on Wednesday for a three-day visit. Dur

NPP does not need inspiration from VPP, says Shangpliang

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, May 12: The National Peoples Party on Tuesday rejected the Voice of the People Party allegation that the ruling party a

Normal for teachers to perform census duties: Rymbui

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, May 12: Education Minister Lahkmen Rymbui on Tuesday defended the governments decision to assign teachers for Census du

Shooting Incident in Byculla, Mumbai Leaves One Injured; Crime Branch Launches Investigation

Mumbai, May 13: A shooting incident occurred in the Byculla area of Mumbai on Tuesday, resulting in one person being injured. The victim has been

Mahila Cong flags black marketing of LPG cylinders

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, May 12: The Meghalaya Pradesh Mahila Congress (MPMC) on Tuesday expressed concern over the alleged black marketing of L

Russia Resumes Military Operations Against Ukraine After Ceasefire Ends

Moscow, May 13: The Russian Ministry of Defense announced on Tuesday that military actions under the special military operation continue followin

Telangana Ministers Son Served Notice in POCSO Case

Hyderabad, May 13: The Cyberabad police in Telangana have issued a notice to Bandhi Bhagirath, son of Union Minister Bandhi Sanjay Kumar, in conn

CBI takes over Suvendu ex-aide murder probe

The CBI has filed an FIR and initiated an investigation into the murder of Chandranath Rath, former personal assistant to West Bengal CM Suvendu

Bihars Senior Leader Baghi Kumar Verma Passes Away, Tejashwi Yadav Pays Tribute

Patna, May 12: Baghi Kumar Verma, a senior leader of the Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) and former minister of Bihar, passed away on Monday night at

Tensions Rise at India-Myanmar Border Following Fire in Molnoi Village

Imphal, May 13: Tensions have escalated along the unstable border between Manipurs Kamjong district and Myanmar after a fire incident in the Kuki

Major Political Gathering in Northeast as Himanta Biswa Sarma Takes Oath Again

Guwahati, May 13: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma took the oath of office for the second consecutive time in a grand ceremony held in Gu