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2 Indian nationals part of crew of luxury cruise ship that reported hantavirus outbreak

The luxury cruise ship, operated by Oceanwide Expeditions, began its journey on April 1 from Argentinas Ushuaia and is expected to arrive in Spai

Only Ashwagandha Roots Safe for Use: AYUSH Ministry Warns

New Delhi, May 8: Ashwagandha is regarded as one of Indias oldest and most trusted herbs. It is commonly used to reduce stress, improve sleep, an

Class 12 State Board exams: Tamil Nadu registers 95.2% pass rate

Erode district recorded the highest pass percentage of 98.8, while Sivaganga district stood second with 98.05% pass, as per the data

Hindustan Zinc Joins Dow Jones Best in Class Index 2026 for Emerging Markets

One of the top global ESG performers; the company has been ranked as the Worlds Most Sustainable Company in the Metals & Mining sector by the S&P

Fabricated LPG shortage narrative fuels black-market cylinder sales across Hyderabad

According to Deputy Commissioner of Police (Task Force) Vaibhav Gaikwad, the artificial LPG shortage narrative is being fabricated at the deliver

Congress left alliance after sensing DMKs intent to team up with AIADMK for power, claims Manickam Tagore

AIADMK is B team of RSS/BJP, Manickam Tagore charges

Stock markets slump amid fresh tensions in West Asia

The 30-share BSE Sensex declined 353.50 points to 77,491.02. The 50-share NSE Nifty dropped 109.25 points to 24,225.20

Cloudflare to cut about 20% workforce as AI adoption reshapes operations

The internet infrastructure and cybersecurity company plans to cut more than 1,100 jobs globally

Why are fathers missing in reproductive health interventions in India

A fathers lifestyle -- diet, exercise, exposure to stress and other factors -- can programme the next generation, influencing traits in their chi

Trump says Iran talks advancing despite rising tensions at Hormuz

U.S. President Donald Trump says Washington is negotiating with Iran despite a fresh exchange of fire, while maintaining that a ceasefire remains

ISI-linked Module Planned Attacks On Delhi Temple, Dhaba, Military Camp: Probe

NEW DELHI, May 8: Pakistans intelligence agency ISI had allegedly planned attacks on a historic temple in Delhi, a popular dhaba on the Delhi-Son

No place for violence amidst political differences: Delhi CM on killing of Suvendu Adhikaris aide

She added that the sacrifice of not even one BJP worker will go in vain

Rupee falls 45 paise to 94.67 against U.S. dollar

At the interbank foreign exchange market, the rupee opened at 94.58 against the U.S. dollar, then lost momentum and touched 94.67 against the Ame

Bharat Is Sacred, Bound Together By A Sense Of Oneness: PM Modi

NEW DELHI, May 8: Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Friday that every part of Bharat is sacred, bound together by a sense of oneness that tran

PM Modi to Attend 75th Anniversary of Somnath Temple Inauguration

New Delhi, May 8: Prime Minister Narendra Modi will participate in the 75th anniversary celebration of the inauguration of the reconstructed Somn

Tripura attracts Rs 1,322 crore investment interest at Guwahati roadshow

Tripura's government held an investors' roadshow in Guwahati. The event aimed to boost investment in the state. It showcased Tripura's industrial

Death toll rises to 37 in China fireworks factory blast

The explosion happened at around 4:40 p.m. (0840 GMT) on Monday (May 4, 2026) in Hunans Liuyang, known as Chinas fireworks capital for its 60% sh

He was a Karnataka bus conductor once; now he runs a 16,000 sq ft library with 20 lakh books

Anke Gowda, who worked as a bus conductor and later retired as a sugar factory worker, has created Pustaka Mane, a vast library in Karnataka's Ma

Keralas Samridhi@Kochi budget eatery eyes price hike as LPG costs surge

For now, Samridhi is operating on a combination of cooking gas and firewood since the supply of commercial cylinders, which was disrupted followi

Statement of a statesman

Nashik TCS Harassment & Conversion Case: Accused Nida Khan Arrested After Weeks on the Run

Accused Nida Khan has been arrested in the Nashik TCS employee harassment and forced conversion case after weeks on the run. Police are probing a

The Indigo code

When an alien lands in his room with a mysterious message, Ritvik must solve the B-L-U-R-P-L-E puzzle.

BCCI Warns Franchises of Honey Trap Threat

The eight-page documents sets the record straight while pointing out about the breaches that has been reported by the Anti Corruption and Securit

Germany Recognizes India as a Top Destination for Skilled Workers Migration

Berlin, May 8: According to Florian Laudy, Germanys Commissioner for Multilateral Affairs, India has emerged as a preferred country under Germany

Purnima Becomes Lakhpati Didi: A Story of Transformation in Chhattisgarh

Balrampur, May 8: Purnima Basins journey in Balrampur district, Chhattisgarh, has become an inspiration for rural women. There was a time when me

The Unspoken Voice of Women: Remembering Snehamayi Chaudhary

New Delhi, May 8: The innocent girl within me These words from Snehamayi Chaudhary are not just lines of poetry; they unveil layers of life that

An orange stranger

Beneath the sunbed lies a creature who takes Hari into a world he never believed in ...

India pushes for inclusive migration, stronger anti-trafficking laws at UNGA

In its pursuit of a more humane migration policy, India is developing a framework that embraces an inclusive ethos while confronting issues such

Hope Supreme Court delivers justice in malpractices during West Bengal elections: Dr. Farooq Abdullah

The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)has secured a landslide victory in West Bengal, ousting Mamata Banerjees TMC which has been at the helm since 201

Tamil Nadu Class 12 board exam results: How to check?

Students can access their Class 12 results on the official websites tnresults.nic.in and dge.tn.gov.in

The Violet Gang mystery

What was a wilted and crushed violet doing at each house that was burgled? Samaira was determined to find out.

TVK in limbo over government formation

The TVK won 108 seats in the 234-member Assembly and emerged as the single largest party

CM race spills onto streets, social media as supporters rally behind contenders in Kerala

Supporters of V D Satheesan, K C Venugopal, and Ramesh Chennithala are actively campaigning for their leaders to become Kerala's next Chief Minis

Congress to decide on next Kerala CM after UDF victory

UDF secured 102 seats out of the 140 constituencies in the recently held elections

A yellow hunt

How was I going to find the Golden Lightbulb for the Summer Rainbow when I had no idea what it was?

WHO Warns of More Hantavirus Cases in Limited Uutbreak

Another sick passenger from the MV Hondius landed in Europe earlier in the day, as the vessel headed to the Spanish Canary Islands and health off

wbresults.nic.in not working? Check WBSSE Madhyamik 10th Results alternative ways to download your scorecad

WBBSE Madhyamik Results 2026 out: West Bengal Madhyamik results for Class 10 has been released today, May 8th, with lakhs of students rushing to

Former minister Mahesh Joshi held in Rs 900 crore JJM scam

The arrest was made a month after retired IAS officer Subodh Agarwal was arrested

Opposition protests across Uttarakhand over gang rape of class 10 girl, alleges accuseds links to BJP

Police gave clean chit to accused alleging conspiracy to frame them

Avoid These Common Mistakes in Bhujangasana to Protect Your Back

New Delhi, May 8: As International Yoga Day approaches, many are becoming increasingly aware of the benefits of yoga. The Indian governments Mini

Shammi Kapoors Emotional Moment During Dil Ke Jharokhe Mein Shoot

Mumbai, May 8: The upcoming episode of Indian Idol promises to evoke nostalgia with a deeply emotional moment. The show will pay tribute to the l

Donald Trump says Iran ceasefire still holds despite Strait of Hormuz clashes

The US President sought to diminish the significance of the latest hostilities even as he lauded the efficacy of the American military interventi

South Koreas robot Gabi takes vows at Buddhist temple

Gabi stood 130 cm tall and was dressed in traditional brown Buddhist robes

Mumbai Family Deaths: Rat Poison Ingredient Found in Ciscera, Watermelon Samples

The watermelon sample also tested positive for zinc phosphide, while all other food items were negative. The report will be studied in depth. We

Udaipur SUV Parked at Home Gets Overspeeding Challan in Chittorgarh

Udaipur, May 7 (Udaipur Kiran): An SUV parked at a residence in Udaipur allegedly received an overspeeding challan from Chittorgarh district, onc

India News Live Updates: Defence Minister Rajnath Singh to address Joint Commanders Conference in Jaipur

Metas Instagram stopping support for end-to-end encrypted messaging

End-to-end encrypted messaging on Instagram will no longer be supported after 8 May 2026, Meta had stated

Worlds most important bromance revived as Trump heads to China

Donald Trump's upcoming Beijing visit marks his return to a personal diplomacy with Xi Jinping, a relationship that has navigated trade wars and

Man opens fire in Rajasthan school after leave dispute turns violent

SHO Sunil Lal said the incident took place at a primary school in Todabhim town

US wants to control oil prices, not serious about negotiations: Iran's Abdul Majid Hakeem Ilahi

French artist Thomas Henriot draws lines that move through light, time and memory

From the ghats of Varanasi to the forts and stepwells of Rajasthan and an iconic mansion in Kolkata, Nature and architecture have a dialogue in t

TNDGE Tamil Nadu 12th Result (OUT) LIVE: HSE +2 Results Out, Check Download Link here

Tamil Nadu HSE +2 Result LIVE Updates: TNDGE will announce the Tamil Nadu 12th Result 2026 today at 9:30 am. Check direct link, pass percentage,

Uttar Pradesh: Drinking water makes several sick with diarrhoea

The incident occurred on Wednesday at Krishna Lok Housing Society along the Delhi-Agra highway, near Jait police station

Hantavirus Symptoms, Prevention and Treatment

A silent risk can begin in forgotten corners where rodents live. Dr. Shiva Raju, HOD-Internal Medicine, KIMS, explains how Hantavirus spreads, th

U.S. Lawmakers Introduce Bill to Block Chinese Purchases Near Sensitive Military Areas

Washington, May 8: A group of U.S. lawmakers has taken significant steps to impose strict restrictions on property purchases by China and other a

Quote of the day by Cristiano Ronaldo: 'I think sometimes the best training is to...' - CR7 shares his ultimate performance hack

Cristiano Ronaldo, a global soccer icon from Portugal, has achieved unparalleled success through his goal-scoring prowess, athleticism, and unwav

West Asia tensions: Iran weighs US peace deal as Trump warns of fresh strikes

Trump posted on social media that the war could soon end and that oil and natural gas shipments could restart.

Column | My pain is better than yours

Friends, what is this phenomenon of competitive misery?

Crucial Tata Trusts meeting postponed to May 16 amid legal challenges

Tata Trusts meeting: The key meetings, set for today but now postponed, hold immense significance for the trajectory of India's largest corporate

Tamil Nadu post-poll drama: TVK MLAs threaten mass resignation; AIADMK holed up MLAs in resort; what next?

Tamil Nadu's political landscape is in flux as Vijay's TVK emerged as the largest party but fell short of a majority. Governor Rajendra Vishwanat

mid-day Opinion: We must keep our gardens neat, clean, and usable

Recently, there was a complete blackout in the garden for a week, after which makeshift floodlights were installed

Rahul Khannas shower Met Gala

This week, the unavoidable blahness of the MET Gala was only surpassed by the inimitable Rahul Khanna taking a shower and inviting everyone to wa

2 Indian Crew Aboard Hantavirus-hit Ship, Status Unknown

Health authorities across four continents were tracking down and monitoring passengers who disembarked a hantavirus-stricken cruise ship before i

Rs 40 crore PMRDA green building found without functional STP

Move comes after Sewage Treatment Plant (STP) at building found non-functional; authorities give seven days to fix the issue

tnresults.nic.in Tamil Nadu 12th HSE Results 2026: Alternative ways to check scores if main website is not working

TN Board Results 2026 today: Tamil Nadu Plus Two results have been announced today at 9:30 am on tnresults.nic.in. Students facing website traffi

Tensions Rise in West Bengal Politics as Dilip Ghosh Critiques Mamata Banerjee

Kolkata, May 8: Political tensions are escalating once again in West Bengal. Dilip Ghosh, the elected BJP MLA from Salt Lake, has sharply critici

Ahmedabad Identifies 45 Heat Hotspots Amidst Severe Heat Wave

Ahmedabad, May 8: Ahmedabad is bracing for extreme heat over the next week, with temperatures expected to soar up to 44 degrees Celsius. Authorit

RCB Faces Second Consecutive Defeat in IPL 2026 Against LSG

Mumbai, May 8: Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) faced their second consecutive defeat in IPL 2026. On Thursday evening at the Ekana Stadium, RCB

US-Iran war: UAE countering Iranian air attack after Trump says ceasefire still in effect

US-Iran war news: UAE air defences are actively responding to a missile and drone assault. Earlier, US forces intercepted Iranian attacks targeti

RCB Captain Reflects on Narrow Loss to LSG in IPL 2026

Lucknow, May 8: Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) faced their second consecutive defeat in IPL 2026, losing to Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) by 9 ru

New digital system to track every pregnancy, ensure no mother or child is missed

India has launched JANANI, a digital platform revolutionizing maternal and child healthcare. This system tracks pregnancies and newborn care nati

AIADMK chief Palaniswami holds meeting with party MLAs from TN at Puducherry reseort

AIADMK general secretary Edappadi K Palaniswami met newly elected MLAs in Puducherry. He urged them to remain united and patient. The meeting occ

Rising Tensions in Hormuz as Iran Targets US Destroyers, Trump Issues Warning for Quick Deal

Washington, May 8: Tensions have escalated once again in the Hormuz Strait. Iran has launched attacks on American destroyers, a fact confirmed by

S. Jaishankar Plants Tree in Suriname Under One Tree in Mothers Name Initiative

Paramaribo, May 8: Indian External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar is currently visiting Suriname. On Friday, he spoke on the theme of Partnership

May 9 Panchang: Auspicious Timing for New Beginnings and Important Decisions

New Delhi, May 8: In Sanatan Dharma, the Panchangs five components (Tithi, Vaar, Karan, Yog, and Nakshatra) determine the days auspicious and ina

Why travellers are turning to the zodiac for vacation planning

People are increasingly using astrocartography to guide major life choices. This practice, which maps planetary influences on locations, helps in

How does Kerala plan to tackle oil spill hazards?

What prompted the drafting of the Oil Spill Contingency Plan? How will it help protect Keralas coastline?

BAN vs PAK, 1st Test 2026: Live Streaming, Playing 11, Pitch Report, Weather Update, Predictions

Bangladesh vs Pakistan 1st Test predicted playing 11, live streaming details, pitch and weather updates, and full match preview: Bangladesh and P

Pre-Monsoon Gains Strength, Heavy Rain Alert for May 8-10

New Delhi, May 8 (Udaipur Kiran): Pre-monsoon activity has intensified across the country, bringing a major change in weather conditions in sever

IPL 2026: A Must-Win Match for Delhi Capitals Against KKR

New Delhi, May 8: The 51st match of IPL 2026 will take place this Friday at 7:30 PM at the Arun Jaitley Cricket Stadium, featuring Delhi Capitals

U.S. Senate Labels China as Major Threat, Emphasizes Strong Ties with India

Washington, May 8: A bipartisan group of U.S. senators has introduced a resolution declaring China as Americas primary adversary and strategic co

Sub-Inspector,history-sheeter injured duringexchange offire in Thoothukudi

EAM Jaishankar holds wide-ranging talks with top leadership in Suriname to deepen bilateral ties

Review | Womens Prize-shortlisted Dominion is a portrait of family life shaped by faith, desire and violence

Addie E. Citchens debut novel examines how men are still called bright, no matter the darkness they leave behind

Oil jumps, stocks fall as U.S.-Iran clashes spark peace talks fears

Markets across the world have enjoyed a strong run this week on growing optimism that the 10-week conflict which has sent oil prices soaring wi

Interview | Karan Mahajan on his new novel, The Complex: a post-Partition Punjabi familys tale

From Partition to the present-day, the author explores how the personal often shapes public history

Who won yesterday IPL match? Here are all LSG vs RCB match result highlights

Yesterday IPL Match Who Won (Google Trends): Mitchell Marsh's blistering century powered Lucknow Super Giants to a dramatic six-run victory over

U.S. Lawmakers Urge Trump to Advocate for Jimmy Lais Release During Meeting with Xi Jinping

Washington, May 8: Over 100 U.S. lawmakers have urged President Donald Trump to press Chinese President Xi Jinping for the release of Jimmy Lai,

U.S. slaps sanctions on Iraqi deputy oil minister over Iran

The deputy Minister, Ali Maarij al-Bahadli, abused his government position to divert Iraqi oil in support of the Iranian regime and its terrorist

Guiding young minds to scale greater heights: The success of Andhras State-run schools

Reforms ushered in by the Andhra Pradesh government in State-run schools have led to a significant improvement in the recent Class 10 results, un