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Tehran Claims Missile Strike on US Warships after Iranian Tanker Attack

A military official stated that after the US military attack on the Iranian tanker, enemy units operating in the Strait of Hormuz came under Iran

Hero MotoCorp soars on reporting 26% rise in Q4FY26 consolidated net profit

Mumbai, May 8 (Udaipur Kiran): Hero MotoCorp is currently trading at Rs. 5335.00, up by 165.30 points or 3.20% from its previous closing of Rs. 5

Sinner Demands 'Respect' From Grand Slams in Prize Money Row

The letters set a target of a 22-percent share in tournament revenue, which would bring the majors in line with the nine combined 1000-level even

Some 1,500 ships trapped in Gulf due to Iran conflict: IMO

Approximately 1,500 ships and 20,000 crew members are trapped in the Gulf due to an Iranian blockade in the Strait of Hormuz, following a war ini

Tehran Weighs Options; US Messages via Pakistan under Review: Baghaei

Despite the active review, Baghaei stated that no formal response has been issued as Tehran weighs its next move

WhatsApp Launches Business AI for Small Businesses

Over the coming weeks, Business AI will be available for all eligible businesses to use on the WhatsApp Business app.

West Bengal tops States in crimes by foreigners; Bangladeshis top accused: NCRB

The National Crime Records Bureau data showed that crimes against foreigners rose from 238 cases in 2023 to 257 in 2024

Iran-Israel war LIVE: U.S. and Iran trade fire, threatening fragile ceasefire

Donald Trump dismissed the attacks and said that the United States is negotiating with Iran

Vande Matram Cannot Be Treated On Par With National Anthem: Owaisi

Jana Gana Mana celebrates India and its people, not a particular religion. Religion = nation. The man who wrote Vande Mataram was sympathetic to

Morning Digest: Bengal police says vehicles with fake number plates used in murder of Suvendus aide; U.S., Iran trade fire over Hormuz, and more

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Trendline Breakout Points to Bullish Reversal in Deepak Nitrite

US-proposed Iran resolution at UN faces likely vetoes from China, Russia

America is pushing for United Nations backing of a resolution demanding Iran stop attacks in the Strait of Hormuz. However, China and Russia are

Mumbai family deaths: Rat poison ingredient zinc phosphide found in viscera and watermelon sample

Further probe is being conducted by the JJ Marg police station, which has recorded statements of kin and neighbours

U.S Stock Market on Friday: S&P 500, Dow Jones, Nasdaq to end week in high at Wall Street? Check share market forecast

U.S. Stock Market saw even sharper swings earlier in the war, when hopes rallied for a reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, only to get quickly das

US targets Iraq's deputy oil minister and militias with sanctions for aiding Iran

America has imposed sanctions on Iraq's deputy oil minister and certain militias. These actions are due to their alleged support for Iran. The de

LIVE: Trump Confirms US, Iran Traded Fire in Hormuz

Trump said three US Navy destroyers ransited very successfully out of the Strait of Hormuz, noting they were fired upon by Iranian forces during

Russia-Ukraine war ending soon? Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy makes huge claims

Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said Russia had continued to flout a ceasefire starting from the night of May 5-6 that had been proposed by

Trump sets July 4 deadline for EU to comply with trade deal or face 'much higher' tariffs

President Donald Trump has set a July 4 deadline for the European Union to fulfill trade deal promises. Failure to comply will result in signific

'It's just a love tap': Trump says ceasefire still in effect despite US-Iran exchange of fire

United States and Iran exchanged fire testing a month-long ceasefire. Iran stated the situation returned to normal. The US military said it fired

Oil prices today: Why are U.S. Crude, West Texas Intermediate witnessing record jump?

Iran's military accused the U.S. of violating the ceasefire between the two countries, saying the U.S. had targeted two ships in the Strait of Ho

Morning Brief Podcast: Mythos and the New AI Cyber Panic

DY Chandrachud to mediate in Kapurs dispute

India steadfast in resolve to defeat terrorism, says PM, puts Operation Sindoor as DP

Wish judges appointed as speedily as ECs, says Supreme Court

Donald Trump China trip: Nvidia, Apple, Exxon, Boeing, Qualcomm, Blackstone, Citigroup, Visa CEOs invited for U.S. President's visit to world's second largest economy

U.S. President Donald Trump is visiting next week to Beijing to meet with China's leader Xi Jinping.

Nvidia stocks: Why is NVDA share price down even as AI giant paid several billion dollars investment in in Corning?

Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang said the AI chip supplier has made a multi-billion-dollar prepayment that was not disclosed when it announced an equity i

Very Dynamic President: Trump Praises Meeting With Brazil's Lula At White House

US President Donald Trump said that he and Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva discussed many topics, including Trade and, specifically

Epstein note: Who is Nicholas Tartaglione person who tried to kill Jeffrey Epstein?

Epstein note: Nicholas Tartaglione handed the note over to his legal team, but its existence got scant mention in the years after even after Jef

Dr Jitendra holds virtual meeting with France Space Minister, reviews strategic bilateral cooperation

Excelsior Correspondent NEW DELHI, May 7 : Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science & Technology, Earth Sciences, and Minister of

J&K Police, JK Bank sign addendum to MoU enhancing insurance benefits to cops

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, May 7: Jammu and Kashmir Police and J&K Bank signed a historic addendum to their 2023 MoU, boosting welfare for No

Himalaya Wellness donates 6 feeding pods to AIIMS Jammu

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, May 7: In a step towards strengthening mother and child-friendly healthcare services, Himalaya Wellness Company ha

IIM Jammu in collaboration with ACOAS launches eBBA (Hons)

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, May 7: The Indian Institute of Management Jammu today unveiled its transformative Joint eBBA (Hons) Degree Program

Strait of Hormuz: U.S target ships, carry out military strikes on Iranian territory, claims Tehran, Donald Trump says ceasefire still in effect

Iran's top joint military command accused the U.S. of violating the ceasefire by targeting an Iranian oil tanker and another ship, and of carryin

Thalassemia Prevention

Prof. Sanjeev Kumar Digra Sachin (name changed) is very happy these days. He has been engaged recently to Reena (name changed), but deep down in

Karnataka High Court Seeks Response in BJP Leader Murder Case Involving Former Congress MLA

Bengaluru, May 8: The Karnataka High Courts vacation bench has requested a response from the prosecution regarding the appeal filed by former Con

Manish Tewari Claims Election Commission Became a Tool for BJP in Bengal

Chandigarh, May 8: In a significant political shift, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has secured a historic victory in the West Bengal Assembly

Yogi Government Launches Comprehensive Straw Collection Campaign to Ensure Balanced Animal Feed

Lucknow, May 8: In response to rising temperatures and to secure fodder availability for livestock in the upcoming months, Chief Minister Yogi Ad

United for Humanity Rising to new challenges with grit and zeal

O. P. Sharma starline.syndicate.service@gmail.com The Red Cross Society today faces numerous challenges in a rapidly changing global landscape. W

World Squash: Indian quartet brace for stiff challenge in Egypt

NEW DELHI, May 7: Indias four-member mens contingent will aim to make a strong impression at the World Squash Championships, which gets underway

Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman during a visit to the sports and recreation arena

Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman during a visit to the sports and recreation arena in Silvassa. (PTI)

Sports Minister Mandaviya reviews Asiad, CWG preparations

NEW DELHI, May 7: Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya stressed on timely elections and transparent selections in a day-long stock-taking meet with

India to host inaugural World Yogasana Cship

AHMEDABAD, May 7: India is set to host the inaugural edition of the World Yogasana Championship from June 4 to 8 here at TransStadia with partici

India seeks Dhakas help to send back illegal Bangladeshis: MEA

Italian Open leaders side with players on prize money issue

ROME, May 7: Italian Open organizers are supporting tennis players who are urging a boycott unless the Grand Slam tournaments improve their prize

IPL 2026: Mitchell Marsh Shines as LSGs Powerplay Star

Lucknow, May 8: In the 50th match of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026, Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) opener Mitchell Marsh showcased his excepti

10,546 farm suicides in 2024, 2% dip from previous year: Data

139th Canton Fair Concludes Successfully with Record Participation

Beijing, May 8: The 139th Canton Fair successfully concluded on May 5, 2026. This years event showed significant improvements compared to previou

Twin blasts: Opposition accuses CM of sedition; BJP plotting unrest in State, says AAP

Jakhar-led team meets DGP, presses for probe into Mannsstatements on explosions, accuses him of giving clean chit to Pakistan; Sanjay Singh says

Vietnam Science Minister meets Dr Jitendra, discusses collaboration in deep tech innovations

Excelsior Correspondent NEW DELHI, May 7: Vietnam Minister of Science and Technology, Prof. Dr Vu Hai Quan, currently on India visit as a part of

Lucknow Super Giants beat Royal Challengers Bengaluru in IPL

LUCKNOW, May 7: Mitchell Marsh slammed a superb 111 off 56 balls as bottom-placed Lucknow Super Giants snapped a six-match losing streak with a n

India assures Suriname of support in growth journey: Jaishankar

PARAMARIBO, May 7 : External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Thursday said India sees Surinames growth potential and assured the South American

RBI okays Kotak stake acquisitions in Federal Bank, AU Bank, J&K Bank

KOTAK STAKE IN THREE BANKS MUMBAI, May 7 : The Federal Bank as well as the AU Small Finance Bank informed the stock exchange in separate filings

Court-monitored CBI investigation needed: TMC

Wushu Cship witnesses intense Taolu action in Srinagar

Excelsior Sports Correspondent SRINAGAR, May 7: The All India Inter-University Wushu Championship 2026 continued with high intensity on Day 3 and

Rajnath, Shah, other Union ministers change social media profile photos to Op Sindoor logo

NEW DELHI, May 7: Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, Home Minister Amit Shah, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar and other top ministers on Thur

CM reviews status of implementation of Budget announcements, key initiatives

Excelsior Correspondent SRINAGAR, May 7: Concluding the discussions in the follow-up meeting held to review the Budget announcements for implemen

Tributes paid to Tagore in Shanghai on 165th birth anniversary

BEIJING, May 7 : The Indian Consulate General in Shanghai on Thursday led the Indian community and admirers of Nobel Laureate Rabindranath Tagore

DG YSS inaugurates district-level competitions

Excelsior Sports Correspondent SRINAGAR, May 7: Director General of Youth Services and Sports (YSS), J&K, Anuradha Gupta today inaugurated the In

No terror sanctuary is safe, says Indian military in stern warning to Pakistan on Op Sindoor anniversary

JAIPUR, May 7: No terror sanctuary across the Line of Control is safe, and India will target every terrorist infrastructure at a time and manner

Russia is ramping up its attempts to kill opponents in Europe, intelligence officials say

MOSCOW, May 7 : When Vladimir Osechkin wants to take his children to school or go to the supermarket, he calls the police. The Russian activist h

Political drama shifts to Pondy: EPS meets MLAs at resort

Rupee rises 27 paise against US dollar

Mumbai, May 7: The rupee pared initial losses and settled for the day on a positive note, higher by 27 paise at 94.22 against the greenback on Th

Facing opposition, Ladakh administration says stakeholders will be onboard on setting up a power corporation

The Ladakh administrations statement came amid opposition over the proposed formation of a joint venture between the Ladakh Power Development Dep

Chinese Companies Showcase Advanced Rail Technology at Asia Pacific Rail 2026

Bangkok, May 8: The Asia Pacific Rail 2026 exhibition was inaugurated on May 6 in Thailands capital, Bangkok. Over 200 companies from the railway

Unpredictable Weather Patterns Continue in Madhya Pradesh Despite Rain Forecasts

Bhopal, May 8: The Meteorological Centre in Bhopal has reported significant variations in weather conditions across Madhya Pradesh. Over the past

2 Minors Suffocate To Death As Mother Tries To Set Herself On Fire In UP

Anita's daughters Vandna (10) and one-and-a-half-year-old Jasprit, who were inside the room at the time, were suffocated and fell unconscious.

Mukul Sangma, NPP-o napna miksongenga inako Tynsong jegala

SHILLONG: Batanggimin sal somoirangonin, Opposition dol aro Trinamool Congress (TMC)-ni dilgipa Dr Mukul Sangma, National Peoples Party (NPP)-o n

Mission Shakti organises meditation session in Drug De-Addiction Centre

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, May 7: In a significant step towards promoting mental wellness and supporting rehabilitation efforts under Nasha M

DC inspects renovation & upgradation works on Vicharnag Temple

Excelsior Correspondent SRINAGAR, MAY 07: Deputy Commissioner(DC) Srinagar, Akshay Labroo today conducted an on-site inspection of the ongoing up

Div Com Kashmir reviews Eid-ul-Adha arrangements

Excelsior Correspondent SRINAGAR, MAY 07: In preparation for the forthcoming Eid-ul-Adha celebrations, Divisional Commissioner Kashmir, Anshul Ga

India has every right to defend itself against terror from Pak: MEA

Will continue to work to strengthen global fight NEW DELHI, May 7: On the first anniversary of Operation Sindoor, India on Thursday reaffirmed it

ACB registers DA case against CAO

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, May 7: The Jammu and Kashmir Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) has booked a JKAS officer, presently posted as Chief Acc

Centre gives telecom control powers to J&K LG

NEW DELHI, May 7: The Centre has authorised the Jammu and Kashmir LG to exercise powers, such as interception of signals, suspension of service a

Two ex Chinese Defence Ministers sentenced to death

BEIJING, May 7: Two former Chinese Defence Ministers, Wei Fenghe and Li Shangfu, were sentenced to death with a two-year reprieve over graft char

Guv dissolves WB Assembly

KOLKATA, May 7: Governor R N Ravi has dissolved the West Bengal State Legislative Assembly with effect from May 7 after completion of its term, a

LG hails valour of Armed Forces

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, May 7: The Lieutenant Governor, Manoj Sinha has hailed the valour and sacrifices of the Indian Armed Forces on the

Leander Paes Critiques Dirty Politics Hindering Bengals Progress

Kolkata, May 8: Former tennis star and BJP leader Leander Paes stated that dirty politics has hindered West Bengals development. He made these co

Wang Yi Meets U.S. Senators Delegation in Beijing

Beijing, May 8: Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi met with a delegation of U.S. Senators led by Steve Daines on Thursday during their visit to Bei

Shocking Lynching of Police Constable in Bhubaneswar After Road Accident

Bhubaneswar, May 8: A tragic incident unfolded in the Balianta police station area on Thursday, where a police constable was brutally lynched fol

Kerala Government Announces Recruitment for 40 Positions Including Assistant Drug Inspector

Thiruvananthapuram, May 8: The Centre for Management Development (CMD) has issued an official notification on behalf of the Kerala governments dr

Deepika Singh Celebrates the Beauty of Motherhood Ahead of Mothers Day

Mumbai, May 8: Actress Deepika Singh is filled with excitement as Mothers Day approaches on May 10. She dedicated this special occasion to the lo

West Bengal Governor dissolves State Legislative Assembly

The 17th West Bengal Legislative Assembly which was sworn in after the 2021 assembly elections stands dissolved; swearing in of the first BJP gov

Ajmal Accuses Congress of Acting Like Another Muslim League

Guwahati, May 8: Badaruddin Ajmal, the leader of the All India United Democratic Front (AIUDF), launched a fierce attack on the Congress party on

West Bengal: Bomb attack near RG Kar victims home

Giraffe Shivani Dies at Bannerghatta Biological Park Due to Intestinal Disease

Bengaluru, May 8: A giraffe named Shivani, suffering from cecal torsion, passed away at the Bannerghatta Biological Park on Thursday. The park is

Empowering Girls in Doda: The ARSETI Initiative for Self-Reliance through Tailoring Training

Mumbai, May 8: The ARSETI (Rural Self Employment Training Institute) program is making a significant impact in Doda district, Jammu and Kashmir.

Faced harassment from a group of men onboard Delhi-bound flight, alleges MP Mahua Moitra

In social media post, she says the group leered at her and their actions violate her safety in an aircraft; she tags airline and Minister in the

US Military Strikes Iran's Qeshm Port, Bandar Abbas: Report

The US military on Thursday carried out strikes on Iran's Qeshm port and Bandar Abbas, a Fox News reporter said in a post on X, citing a senior U

All eyes on Amit Shah as West Bengal waits for new CM and cabinet

PIB Debunks Fake Video Claiming India Lost Rafale Jets in Conflict with Pakistan

New Delhi, May 8: The Press Information Bureau (PIB) has officially refuted claims made by propaganda accounts linked to Pakistan, which falsely