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Actor Parambrat Chattopadhyay Files Petition to Quash FIR in Kolkata High Court

Kolkata, May 27: Actor Parambrat Chattopadhyay has filed a petition in the Kolkata High Court seeking to quash an FIR registered against him last

ED raids in Kerala: Mohamed Riyas says CPI(M) will not bow before Sangh Parivar

Tamil Nadu Sports Minister Aadhav Arjun Provides 10 Lakh Financial Aid to Chess Player Vaishali

Chennai, May 27: Tamil Nadus Sports Minister Aadhav Arjun has extended financial assistance of 10 lakh to chess player Vaishali for her participa

Leadership change in Karnataka: All eyes on Chief Ministers breakfast meeting with Cabinet colleagues on May 28

On the list of invitees are his Cabinet colleagues, including his deputy D.K. Shivakumar, who has been a contender for the top post ever since th

Supreme Court upholds SIR exercise as an advancement towards free and fair elections

The court upholds the Election Commissions power to check citizenship for limited purpose of verifying inclusion in electoral roll

China supports 'active mediation' by Pakistan between U.S.-Iran, says Foreign Minister Wang Yi

Ahmedabad Air India crash: Gujarat government to rebuild hostel damaged in AI-171 crash; victims' kin seek memorial at site

The government will build a new ultra-modern hostel facility at the same site at an estimated cost of 105 crore, says Health Minister Praful Pan

HDFC Bank Shares Drop Over 2% Amid Payment Irregularity Allegations

New Delhi, May 27: Shares of HDFC Bank, Indias largest private bank, experienced a decline on Wednesday. This drop is attributed to concerns rais

Arya Vysya leaders seek action against YouTuber over remarks on T.G. Venkatesh

Former Rajya Sabha member T.G. Venkatesh and the Arya Vysya Mahasabha demand a criminal case against analyst Punch Prabhakar and say they will ho

Indian Government Closely Monitoring Ebola Situation Amidst Outbreak in South Africa

New Delhi, May 27: The Ministry of Health and Family Welfare has stated that it is closely monitoring the rising Ebola virus outbreak in South Af

Watch: Iran accuses U.S. of breaking ceasefire | Hormuz tensions escalate

Iran says the United States violated the ceasefire after fresh U.S. strikes targeted missile sites and mine-laying boats near the Strait of Hormu

Rajasthan High Court acquits Asaram of gang rape charges, upholds life term in minor rape case

The court directed Asaram to surrender in view of the conviction; he is currently out on temporary bail, which was extended by seven days on May

WhatsApp, training and tenecteplase injection bring heart attack care to rural Punjab

By combining WhatsApp-based coordination, training for frontline healthcare workers, and the clot-busting injection tenecteplase, doctors are imp

Elderly couple sustains severe injuries in fire at Pulianthope

A gas leak in their kitchen triggered the fire

Telangana BJP Chief Defends SIR Process Amid Opposition Criticism

Hyderabad, May 27: Telangana BJP President N. Ramchandra Rao has defended the SIR (Systematic Voters Education and Electoral Participation) proce

Natarajasundaram Pillai, thenagaswaram player who excelled in complex rhythms

Pallavi Natarajasundaram Pillai, as he was known, was renowned formallaris. The available recordings are an invaluable documentation of his style

Hidden Design: feed those lions at the University of Madras campus some paint

Donald Trump declares himself in perfect health, as 80th birthday looms

Everything checked out PERFECTLY, posted U.S. President Donald Trump as he drove back to the White House from the Walter Reed Military Hospital n

What is Impasto painting?

Art isnt all about what you see; its also about what you feel. This statement can be perfectly expressed with a special style of painting, where

Hail Hallyu: Exploring the K-Culture craze across India

Whether its skincare, music, the language, or food South Korean culture has taken over India by storm, in probably what is the biggest cultural

OK: A simple word with a complex history

We use this word on a daily basis. It has even transcended boundaries, perhaps being one of the few English words the whole world knows. But did

A journey of the heart: One Sri Lankan officers transformative train adventure through India

Forty days, some 13,000 kilometres, km, and 24 trains crisscrossing India that sums up Saman Athaudahettis February and March, as he chased his

How Michelin-starred chef Rohit Ghai reimagines Indian classics at his first restaurant in India, Zarqash

The fourth edition of Jazz Weekender is all the hype with Allysha Joy, Dhanji and Mark de Clive-Lowe among the artiste lineup

With over a dozen artistes from Europe, Australia and India, the fourth edition of Jazz Weekender sparks a dialogue between jazz and other genre-

Filmmaker Deepak Rauniyar on Nepals Gen Z revolution and why his cinema is political

The award-winningdirectors post-war trilogy shows how the reel becomes real in a politically rife Nepal

SC upholds SIR, says it is in consonance with Representation of the People Act: highlights

The Election Commissions decision to conduct the SIR remains within statutory mandate, the Supreme Court said

The Body of the Ascetic | Why DAG chose to present a polyphony of sadhus across Indian art

Curated by art historian Gayatri Sinha, The Body of the Ascetic at DAG gallery in Delhi dedicates an entire show to saints across religions and c

Nakul Mehta Finds Serenity in Ladakh, Reflects on Lifes True Meaning

Mumbai, May 27: Television actor Nakul Mehta has recently returned from a serene getaway in the stunning landscapes of Ladakh. On Wednesday, he s

Kochi-Muziris Biennale: the brightest jewel in the citys crown

The countrys only art biennale of international clout shows the world what art is to the city, or rather what the city is to art. It is also the

New documentary on late Bhupen Hazarika premiered

The documentary titled Bhupen da Uncut premieres ahead of birth centenary celebrations, featuring vintage footage and unpublished poems

Amazon launches Echo Dot Max and Echo Studio smart speakers in India

Echo Dot Max uses the Amazons AZ3 chip while the Echo Studio runs on AZ3 Pro

What to expect from the 63rd edition of the Bengaluru Ganesh Utsava in 2025

The 11-day festival will have musical performances by Vijay Prakash, Raghu Dixit, Rajesh Krishnan, Vijay Yesudas, M.D. Pallavi, and Praveen Godkh

Njattyela Sreedharan, self-taught linguist and creator of four-language Dravidian dictionary, passes away at 87

Sreedharan was celebrated for compiling Chathur Dravida Bhasha Padhaparichayam, a work hailed as a milestone in the study of South Indian languag

This exhibition enables people to live and feel history

Un. Divided Identities, which has been conceptualised and curated by the Bengaluru-based ReReeti Foundation, tells lesser-known stories about Par

ED raids on Pinarayi Vijayan: CPI(M) says will resist politically and legally; party workers protest across Kerala

CPI(M) State Secretary M.V. Govindan says raids are the latest instance of a planned attack against CPI(M) by Sangh Parivar and RSS

In Bengaluru, Cubbon Parks bandstand comes alive again

Citizen-led initiative, Heritage Beku, is reviving cultural performances on Sunday mornings at Cubbon Parks historic bandstand, with the help of

Chowrangees dance, music show at Taramati Baradari on July 26

Meet the Tangaliya weavers behind Brad Pitts shirt in F1

The Tangaliya weave, practised by only 100 weavers today, was used in fashion label 11.11/eleven elevens shirt for Brad Pitt. Can Hollywood bring

The Strangers We Know art exhibition explores disconnect among kith and kin

The exhibition showcases works of award-winning photographer Priyadarshini Ravichandran and artist Sanath Sugathan

Remembering Mahant Avadhyanath: A Spiritual Leader Who Merged Religion with Social Service

New Delhi, May 27: In India, certain saints transcend the confines of monasteries and temples, becoming catalysts for ideological movements. Maha

Sperm whale clicks have complex patterns similar to human speech

Researchers have revealed that sperm whales, which communicate using clicking sounds, also vary the sounds in ways that resemble how humans use v

Badrunissa Irfans solo show Whimsical Worlds on display

The collection has 31 acrylic paintings on themes of enchanted woods, wildlife, nature and houses

Gurmeet Marwahs solo-show Kartab explores art beyond dimensions

Kartab, a solo show by artist Gurmeet Marwah, is currently underway in the city

Bring stories to life: The art of puppetry

Somewhere beyond the four screens exists a worlda world where you can touch the characters you see on screens. They move, they speak, they dance,

Third edition of AIAC hosts 21 artists from nine ASEAN countries

Over 10 days, artists will create original works, take part in workshops on classical dance, music, and handicrafts, and explore Indias artistic

ABC 6.0: Building a sense of camaraderie through art

The coming week will see the Art Bengaluru Collective will hold the sixth edition of their multi-art show this weekend

Kerala Home Min Denies Role in ED Raids at Ex-CM Vijayans Residences

We have no intimation regarding ED raids against Pinarayi Vijayan. Kerala police assistance not sought by the central agency, said Kerala Home Mi

Bharti Airtel rises on adding 31.39 lakh subscribers in April

Mumbai, May 27 (Udaipur Kiran): Bharti Airtel is currently trading at Rs. 1858.15, up by 11.50 points or 0.62% from its previous closing of Rs. 1

International Womens Day 2025 | Tarabai Shinde: an ode to the woman who questioned

At a time when women were not even allowed to educate themselves, Tarabai Shinde stood out as a voracious reader, feminist and an anti-caste advo

Vodafone Idea gains on adding 53,257 subscribers in April

Mumbai, May 27 (Udaipur Kiran): Vodafone Idea is currently trading at Rs. 14.25, up by 0.10 points or 0.71% from its previous closing of Rs. 14.1

Mark Stone and Cole Smith shine as Golden Knights sweep Avalanche to reach third Stanley Cup Final in nine seasons

The Vegas Golden Knights have achieved a remarkable feat. They defeated the Colorado Avalanche in a stunning playoff sweep. This victory propels

Cannot obtain undertaking from award winners: government

Ministry says it would compromise confidentiality of award selection process

Discussions underway between EPS-led faction leaders amid reunion speculations

Key AIADMK leaders are meeting at Edappadi K Palaniswami's Chennai residence. Discussions are underway for a potential reunion of the party's fac

Ragbag 2025 in Thiruvananthapuram, to feature curated performances, food and craft

The international performing arts festival has acts from European and Latin American countries, a food festival curated by Anumitra Ghosh Dastida

Australian visa denials for Indian students linked to document fraud, not housing crisis

While students were blamed for the housing crisis, visa grant rates for Chinese students remain unaffected

ED raids on Vijayan's residences 'politically motivated': CPI(M) gen secy M A Baby

The Enforcement Directorate is conducting raids at multiple locations in Kerala, including the residence of former Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi

87th Akhila Bharata Kannada Sahitya Sammelana flagged off in Mandya with grand procession

Kannada Sahitya Sammelana is being held in Mandya after a gap of 30 years

How Astronauts Prepare for Emergencies in Space: Understanding Off-Nominal Scenarios

New Delhi, May 27: Emergencies can arise during any space mission. This raises a common question: how are astronauts trained for such situations?

Ustad Zakir Hussain held Keralas traditional percussion culture in high esteem, says veteran percussionist Mattannur Sankarankutty Marar

Mattannur Sankarankutty Marar reminisces about his deep bond with tabla maestro Zakir Hussain, highlighting their fusion performances and persona

From hip-hop to locking: All about moves, at Dance your Style 2024

From dance battles to captivating performances, the world finals of Red Bulls Dance your Style 2024 saw 16 of the worlds best fight it out in Mum

Violinist Akella Mallikarjuna Sharma leaves an enduring legacy

The recent passing of celebrated violinist and musicologist Akella Mallikarjuna Sharma leaves an irreplaceable void in the world of Carnatic musi

UCC Bill not against any religion, seeks protection for women: NDA members tell Assam Assembly

Assam MLAs are discussing the Uniform Civil Code Bill. They state the bill aims to protect women's rights and does not target any religion. Triba

Bombay HC restricts Customs Dept. from destroying artworks by famous artists F. N. Souza and Akbar Padamsee

The artworks were seized in 2023 over allegations of obscenity

Gold, silver rise on safe-haven demand amid geopolitical uncertainty

Gold and silver prices edged higher amid rising safe-haven demand due to ongoing geopolitical uncertainty and cautious optimism over possible US-

A girls guide to Deepavali shopping in Coimbatore

Join MetroPlus on the 1,000 challenge: will we be able to come back with a good haul for the amount from the citys shopping hub, Oppanakara Stree

Supreme Court Upholds ECs Power to Conduct Special Intensive Revision of Electoral Rolls

The Supreme Court has upheld the Election Commissions authority to conduct Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls, calling it essential fo

Navy foils piracy attempt, secures merchant vessel in western Indian Ocean

During the mission, INS Kolkata also ensured safe passage for the merchant vessel MV Mashaallah 1 through the sensitive maritime zone

Ninasam Tirugata stages two plays during annual Conversation with the Arts event at Heggodu

The trained artists of Ninasam Rangashikshana Kendra performed the plays and won the hearts of the audience

Qualcomm strikes AI chip deal with TikTok owner ByteDance: Report

The Chinese tech giant is poised to become one of Qualcomms first major customers for the AI-focused application-specific integrated circuits (AS

Coimbatore YMCAs 110-year-old main building gets a facelift

The heritage building has been renovated in tune with the originals architecture

Hyderabads QT centre: A safe haven for the queer and trans community

The initiative, which opened its doors in April 2023, functions as a an all-round resource centre offering mental health support, legal counsel,

Exhibition of contemporary Emarati art gets under way in Kochi

Month-long exhibition is being organised by Abu Dhabi-based Rizq Art Initiative in association with the Kerala Lalithakala Akademi, Department of

Documentary showcasing legendary shadow puppetry artiste to expand reach of art form

Nizhal Yathrikan, based on Ramachandra Pulavars life and work, directed by theatre artist Saheer Ali premieres in Kochi

Hyderabads Write Club brings together writers of all ages and genres

Write Club founded by Sravanthi Talluri has published four anthologies and held nearly 600 meet-ups in the last nine years

RCB Secures IPL 2026 Final Spot with Record-Breaking Victory

New Delhi, May 27: In a thrilling showdown at the IPL 2026 Qualifier-1, Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) dominated the Gujarat Titans, winning b

Why is the genie in Disneys Aladdin blue?

From the rich traditions of Middle Eastern lore to the deliberate use of colour to convey narrative themes, the Genies blue hue is a masterstroke

Sahitya Akademi-winning author Ramesh Nayak is the voice of the marginalised

The writer from Telangana is the first tribal person and the youngest recipient to get the Telugu literature award

Why is he hiding behind the curtain?, a graphic novelette for children, takes readers into the world of Keralas performing arts

Written by Arun Narayan and illustrated by Sanusha US, Why is he hiding behind the curtain? is a delightful introduction to Kathakali and Ottanth

Tripti Dimri Would Have a Stronger Role, Says Hemanth Madhukar

He cited Shalini Pandeys role in Arjun Reddy as an example. Shalini Pandey appeared mostly in simple costumes and had a very homely image in Arju

Gardens of Delhi gives us a glimpse into the hidden green treasures of the capital

A new book by Swapna and Madhulika Liddle and Prabhas Roy shares an intimate portrait of Delhi through its many gardens

China's MiniMax loses bid to end Disney copyright lawsuit over AI system

The studios sued MiniMax last year, alleging it trained Hailuo on their copyrighted material, and used their characters to market Hailuo as a Hol

Column | This new audio adaptation of George Orwells 1984 is a great starting point for beginners

The Audible adaptation is intensely cinematic and takes considerable liberties with Orwells original text

Delhi SIR: National capital to undergo Special Intensive Revision of voter rolls starting June 20

Delhi's voter list revision starts June 20. Electors will get forms for verification. Booth Level Officers will visit homes. Names of absent, shi

Telangana rain | Expedite paddy procurement: CM

RCBs IPL 2026 Final: More Than Just a Game for Fans and Virat Kohli

New Delhi, May 27: RCB RCB These chants often echo long before the first ball is bowled on match nights. Streets fill with red jerseys, flags wav

Column | Podcast A Muslim and a Jew Go There is a fine lesson in the art of disagreement

The hosts frequently disagree, but always with genuine warmth and curiosity about the other persons point of view

National Forensic Sciences University-Chennai opens admissions for cybersecurity & criminology programmes

Students seeking admission to the B.Sc. Criminology and Forensic Science programme must have completed 10+2 or equivalent in Science with Physics

Kerala-based artist and sculptor John Baby turns palm leaves into toys

At a summer camp in the city organised by Thanal, John shows children how to make their own toys from palm leaves

RRB NTPC UG Result 2026 out: Check region wise cutoffs, how to download score card, and what's next

RRB NTPC UG Result 2026: The Railway Recruitment Board has announced the RRB NTPC Undergraduate CBT 2 Result 2026. Candidates who appeared for th

A radio by the people for the people

Being the most economical electronic medium to broadcast and receive, radio breaks down barriers of illiteracy and isolation, making it the prefe