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The Hypertension Crisis

There is a storm raging across India. Hypertension, the so-called silent killer, has turned India into the hypertension capital of the world, and

India calls out Paks tainted record of genocide acts

UNITED NATIONS, May 21: India highlighted Afghan civilian deaths and injuries caused by cross-border violence by Pakistani military forces, sayin

Research-based learning essential for addressing emerging health challenges: Sakeena

Excelsior Correspondent SRINAGAR, May 21: Minister for Health and Medical Education, Social Welfare and Education, Sakeena Itoo today inaugurated

Shagun Parihar inaugurates blacktopping work on HastiKurya Bridge Road

Excelsior Correspondent KISHTWAR, May 21: Aimed towards strengthening road infrastructure and improving connectivity in the region, MLA Kishtwar

24 JKAP IR organises drug awareness programme

Excelsior Correspondent UDHAMPUR, May 21: A large-scale Nasha Mukht Abhiyan Awareness Programme along with an eye check-up and medical camp was o

ACB arrests Ziladar, Patwari for accepting bribe

Excelsior Correspondent Srinagar, May 21: J&K Anti-Corruption Bureau trapped and arrested a Ziladar and Patwari of Irrigation Division Anantnag f

JKCA election results declared after case withdrawal

Excelsior Sports Correspondent JAMMU, May 21: The Jammu & Kashmir Cricket Association (JKCA) today formally announced the results of the JKCA Ele

APS BD Bari inaugurates AR/VR Lab, Audio-Visual Room

Excelsior Correspondent SAMBA, May 21: Under the mentorship of Dr Neeta Rawal, Principal, Army Public School BD Bari, the school has achieved ano

DIG JSK Range reviews progress of 100 days Nasha Mukt Abhiyaan

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, May 21: A review meeting regarding the implementation and progress of the 100 days Nasha Mukt Abhiyaan in Jammu, S

Muslim Organizations Call for Boycott Over Mandatory Vande Mataram in Madrasas

New Delhi, May 22: Leaders of various Muslim organizations have reacted strongly to the West Bengal governments decision to make the singing of V

Chief Minister Mohan Yadav Advocates for Organic Farming in Tribal Areas

Bhopal, May 22: Chief Minister Mohan Yadav emphasized the promotion of organic farming in tribal regions during a review meeting of the Tribal Af

Shervani Wagh Embraces Punjabi Culture, Praises Its People

Mumbai, May 22: Actress Shervani Wagh is thrilled about her upcoming film. While promoting the movie, she shared that she traveled to Punjab with

Kyle Busch the NASCAR icon dies at 41: What was the cause of his sudden passing?

NASCAR legend Kyle Busch has passed away at 41. The two-time Cup Series champion was a record-breaking driver. Busch was hospitalized earlier due

Kerala to scrap 23 land act, set up vigilance panel headed by judge

Ebola outbreak forces India to put off Africa summit

Ranjit Kumar Das Takes Office as Assam Assembly Speaker, Promises to Uphold Trust of All Legislators

Guwahati, May 22: Ranjit Kumar Das was sworn in as the Speaker of the Assam Assembly for the second time on Thursday. He stated that he aims to c

The Sound of Silence

By Ellerine Diengdoh Disclaimer: This op-ed is satirical and does not refer to any specific individual(s). If you feel personally addressed, that

45 warships will be delivered in 3-4 yrs, nod given for 195 more naval vessels: Vice Admiral

Why early medieval Ireland had laws for beekeeping

Who owns a swarm of bees? And what happens when they stray onto a neighbours land? In early medieval Ireland, such questions were addressed by a

Rahul Gandhis Truth-Telling Provokes BJP, Says Himachal CM Sukhu

Shimla, May 22: Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhu defended Congress leader Rahul Gandhis recent remarks in the Lok Sabha, which included cont

China Implements New Regulations for Mineral Resource Law

Beijing, May 22: Chinese Premier Li Qiang recently signed an order from the State Council. This order establishes new regulations for the impleme

AI planes tail scrapes runway while going around at Bengaluru

Muslim side in SC, challenges high court's Bhojshala order

Gujarats Statue of Unity Enhances Tourist Experience with Trained Guides

Ahmedabad, May 22: The world-renowned tourist destination, the Statue of Unity in Gujarat, is always bustling with visitors. Every year, millions

Awareness walk at MLCU marks World No Tobacco Day

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, May 21: Martin Luther Christian University organised a Peace Awareness Walk on Thursday to mark World No Tobacco Day an

NEHU hosts translation workshop on tribal literature

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, May 20: The Department of English at North-Eastern Hill University, in collaboration with Sahitya Akademi and ICSSR-NER

Xi Jinping and Vladimir Putin Discuss Strategic Partnership Over Tea

Beijing, May 22: On the evening of May 20, Chinese President Xi Jinping hosted a tea discussion with Russian President Vladimir Putin at the Grea

Pro and anti-public hearing groups clash, 2 hurt in police baton charge

LIMESTONE MINING PROPOSAL IN EAST JAINTIA HILLS By Our Reporter SHILLONG, May 21: Two persons were reportedly injured after police cane-charged t

Its all been goingdownhill for Rishabh Pant

The southpaw appears to be a pale shadow of the player who once lit up the world stage; he has been relieved of vice-captaincy duties in Tests, d

Madhya Pradesh Opposition Leader Urges Continuation of PESA Mobilizers Services

Bhopal, May 22: The Leader of the Opposition in the Madhya Pradesh Assembly, Umang Singhar, has urged Chief Minister Mohan Yadav to ensure the on

Public hearing today: EJH admin prepared to tackle any situation

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, May 21: The East Jaintia Hills district administration on Thursday said it was fully prepared to deal with any situatio

Peak crush: 274 summit Everest in single day

Vasundhara Raje Criticizes Rahul Gandhis Comments as Undemocratic

Jaipur, May 22: Former Chief Minister of Rajasthan, Vasundhara Raje, has sharply criticized Congress leader Rahul Gandhi for his recent remarks t

PHE contractors call for relaxed tender norms

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, May 21: The controversy surrounding the award of PHE projects worth nearly Rs 1,900 crore to Hyderabad-based BAC Infrat

China and Russia Advocate for Multipolarity and New International Relations

Beijing, May 22: China and Russia issued a joint statement on May 20, promoting multipolarity and a new type of international relations. The stat

Beyond Reach Premier League Trials Showcase Cricket Talent in Ghaziabad

Ghaziabad, May 22: The Beyond Reach Premier League (BRPL) trials took place on May 20 and 21 at Trident Cricket Academy, near High-Tech World Sch

Will President Trump attend Don Jr.'s wedding amid Iran tensions? He says it's 'not good timing'-here's why

President Trump stated he will ry and make his son Donald Trump Jr.'s upcoming wedding, acknowledging it's ot good timing due to the Iran situa

Donald Trump says hell try and make Don Jr.s wedding but admits it's not good timing-here's why

President Trump stated he will ry and make his son Donald Trump Jr.'s upcoming wedding, acknowledging it's ot good timing due to the Iran situa

Alistair Gray Defeats Mukund Shashikumar to Reach Semifinals at SM Krishna Memorial Tennis

Bengaluru, May 22: Alistair Gray secured his spot in the semifinals of the SM Krishna Memorial Tennis Tournament by defeating Mukund Shashikumar

French Open 2026: Sinner and Djokovic Set for Mens Singles Draw Showdown

Paris, May 22: Italys Jannik Sinner and Novak Djokovic, the record-holder for the most Grand Slam titles in tennis history, have been placed in d

Assam Cracks Down on Cattle Theft and Smuggling with 425 Cases Registered

Guwahati, May 22: Assams Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has taken a firm stance against cattle smuggling and theft in the state. He emphasize

Rajasthan High Court Halts Suspension of RAS Officer Pinky Meena in Bribery Case

Jaipur, May 22: The Rajasthan High Court has granted interim relief to suspended RAS officer Pinky Meena by staying her suspension order related

Vijay expands TN cabinet with 7 Dalit mins; Congress back in govt after 59 years

Noida plot decree pending for 40 years

UK Delegation Explains PPP, Exchange Finance Options

The state reiterated its commitment to building a strong pipeline of sustainable and investment-ready projects, positioning AP as an attractive d

Schools Shut Down in Bihar and Uttar Pradesh Due to Severe Heatwave

New Delhi, May 22: The capital of Bihar, Patna, along with several districts in the state, is experiencing a severe heatwave that is significantl

Delhi High Court Grants Bail to Salim Malik in 2020 Riots Conspiracy Case

New Delhi, May 22: The Delhi High Court granted bail to Salim Malik, also known as Munna, in connection with the conspiracy case related to the 2

Traditional Crafts Gaining Global Recognition Under Modi Government: Soumyaranjan Das

New Delhi, May 22: Soumyaranjan Das, a palm leaf artist, believes that traditional art forms are finally receiving the global recognition they de

Noida Police Arrests Suspect for Inciting Violence During Labor Protest

Noida, May 22: The police in Noida have apprehended a wanted suspect accused of inciting violence and spreading misinformation during a recent la

A hundred years ago | Origin of all disease

Trump returns to more definitive tone on controlling Iran's uranium

Last week, Donald Trump suggested that he might be OK with some 970 pounds of highly enriched uranium believed to be buried beneath Iranian nucle

NEET paper leak row: CBI grills doctor, teacher, parlour owner

Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Reviews Cooperative Department Activities, Membership Drive Launched Until June 30

Bhopal, May 22: Chief Minister Mohan Yadav held a review meeting on Thursday regarding the activities of the Cooperative Department. He directed

SC: Even PMLA accused has a right to be heard

Quote of the day by Ingrid Bergman: 'Happiness is good health and a...' - inspiring lessons on happiness, health, inner peace and letting go of the past by Oscar-winning actress of Gaslight (1944), Anastasia (1956) and Murder on the Orient Express (1974)

Quote of the day by Ingrid Bergman: Her wisdom on happiness emphasizes good health and a light heart, free from past burdens. This perspective su

Gujarat Titans Secure Dominant 89-Run Victory Over Chennai Super Kings in IPL 2026

Ahmedabad, May 22: Chennai Super Kings (CSK) have become the third team to exit the playoff race in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026. In the

Odishas Bold Initiative Amid West Asia Crisis: Eight-Point Fuel Conservation Directive Issued

Bhubaneswar, May 22: Amid rising concerns over the situation in West Asia and fuel consumption, the Odisha government has taken significant steps

Uttar Pradesh Government Increases Dearness Allowance for 1.6 Million Employees and Pensioners

Lucknow, May 22: Good news has arrived for millions of government employees in Uttar Pradesh. The state government has announced an increase in t

Jharkhand Police Recovers 100-Year-Old Jain Statues Stolen from Temple

Ranchi, May 22: The police in Jharkhands Itkhori have achieved a significant breakthrough by recovering 24 ancient Jain Tirthankara statues, appr

Himachal urban poll results reflect public confidence in Congress; party united with no groupism, says CM Sukhu

Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu said the Congress party has fulfilled all the promises made during the 2022 Assembly elections and has gone beyond its gua

'They want to pack Supreme Court with left-wing judges': Issa blasts Dems over SCOTUS plans

Mercury Over 43C for First Time in Hyderabad

In Hyderabad, the highest temperature was recorded at 43.4C in Karwan, while Amberpet touched 43C. In most areas of the city, the maximum tempera

Indias Strategic Autonomy: New Trade and Defense Agreements Amid Global Uncertainty

New Delhi, May 22: India has recently entered into significant agreements with New Zealand, South Korea, and Russia. While these deals appear ben

HC to CBI: Set up SIT to probe RG Kar probe lapses & 'hush-up' bid

Should the NEET-UG be decentralised?

Delhi Public Transport Drivers' Strike Begins With Partial Shutdown

At Ramlila Ground and Anand Vihar, Kashmere Gate Bus Terminus in central Delhi, rows of stationary trucks and autorickshaws stood like silent sen

Shocking Revelations in Rohit Shetty Shooting Case Charge Sheet

Mumbai, May 22: Shocking details have emerged from the charge sheet filed by the Mumbai Polices Crime Branch regarding the shooting incident at r

Bangladesh-China talks underway for Tarique Rahmans first foreign visit

Bangladesh may raise the need for infrastructure development, the relocation of Chinese industries to Bangladesh, the establishment of Chinese ec

CBDT detects very rich farmers without land

Congress Opposes Voter Manipulation in Haryana Amid SIR Process Support

Chandigarh, May 22: Rao Narendra Singh, the Haryana Congress state president, expressed support for the ongoing SIR (Systematic Voter Registratio

BJP Leaders Accuse Rahul Gandhi of Betrayal Amid Political Tensions

Lucknow, May 22: BJP leaders have expressed their outrage over Congress leader Rahul Gandhis use of the term betrayer for Prime Minister Narendra

Air India plane makes emergency landing at Delhi airport after suspected engine fire

All passengers and crew were safe and disembarked normally, the airline said in a statement.

On measuring freedom of the press in India

International rankings are neither absolute nor worthless. They can be useful for gauging patterns but are unreliable as precise judgements

India and Egypt Joint Working Group Focuses on Zero Tolerance Against Terrorism

New Delhi, May 22: The fifth meeting of the Joint Working Group (JWG) between India and Egypt to combat terrorism took place on May 20 in New Del

IRCTC Launches Enhanced Golden Chariot Luxury Train for 2026-27 Season with Special Offers

New Delhi, May 22: The Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation Limited (IRCTC) has unveiled an upgraded version of the luxury train Golde

NEET Leak Not Through National Testing Agency System, Its Chief Tells MPs

The CBI has so far arrested nine accused in this case, including individuals from Jaipur and Sikar in Rajasthan, Gurugram in Haryana, and Nashik,

Abhijit Bhattacharyya | Why India Should End Its Endless Folly Over China

A few instances will show what a difficult situation India is facing due to its own misjudgement, providing China with astronomical profitability

Rachakonda Police Bust Fake Cotton Seed Racket

Police said the accused were transporting fake BT-3 cotton seeds from Nandyal district to sell them to farmers in Telangana ahead of the monsoon

Bihar midday meal incident: HC asks whether NGO can continue providing meals

The court directed the Saharsa Superintendent of Police, the Food Safety Officer and PM Poshan officials to file affidavits explaining the seizur

Doctors in Prayagraj Announce Strike Following SRN Hospital Controversy

Prayagraj, May 22: The dispute between doctors and lawyers at Swaroop Rani Nehru Hospital (SRN) in Prayagraj has escalated significantly. Followi

Weather Forecast and Prayer Timings for Friday, May 22, 2026

Fajar: 4: 35 am: Zohar: 12: 23 pm

Bengal minister: No ban on cattle slaughter, follow existing rules

Telangana Suspends Ambulance Driver After Delay Complaint

Damodar Rajanarsimha said the government has added 213 ambulances to the 108 emergency fleet in the past year and plans to induct more vehicles.

85% Bandra East Demolition Work Complete Amid Violence, Court Battle

A 150-strong mob threw stones at police and demolition officials and used cement blocks to halt bulldozers.

Two Arrested in Ahmedabad for Stealing Jewelry Worth Over 80 Lakhs

Ahmedabad, May 22: Ahmedabad police have arrested two individuals in connection with the theft of a shipment from a company in the Kalupur area.

HC Not Inclined to Set Aside NBW on Nowhera

The Special Court had on May 7 issued NBWs against Shaik on the ground that she had failed to comply with the Supreme Court orders dated April 8

ET Power Table: Business leaders bullish on AI, say meaningful adoption is not far off

Indian businesses are gearing up for artificial intelligence to become central to their operations in the next four to five years. Leaders discus

Quote of the Day by renowned physicist Stephen Hawking: 'Life would be tragic if...'- The greatest physicist's most powerful quote was not about science, rather about finding humor in human struggle

Quote of the Day: Stephen Hawking, a renowned physicist, is remembered not only for his groundbreaking scientific contributions but also for his

Cyprus President Christodoulides Arrives in New Delhi for Four-Day Visit

New Delhi, May 22: Cyprus President Nikos Christodoulides has arrived in India for a four-day visit, landing in New Delhi on Thursday. His itiner

New govt. hospital, preventing waterlogging are among my priorities, says Katpadi MLA

M. Sudhakar of the Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) says he has been in constant touch with Vellore Corporation to address civic concerns and formu