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Column | Raja Muzaffar Bhat: Kashmirs grassroots man

The RTI pioneer and environmental activist continues to hold power to account in the Valley

30 May 2026 3:02 pm
Swearing-in of D.K. Shivakumar as Karnataka CM at Glass House in Lok Bhavan, in Bengaluru on June 3

KPCC Working President G.C. Chandrashekar appeals to party workers not to come to venue to reduce inconvenience to people

30 May 2026 3:01 pm
Cannes Film Festival 2026 marks a landmark year for queer cinema

From lesbian romances and trans resistance dramas to queer soldiers and sexually fluid protagonists, this years Cannes Film Festival saw an unprecedented surge of queer storytelling not at the margins, but at the very centre of global cinema

30 May 2026 2:59 pm
Six killed, 40 injured as tractor-trolley overturns in M.P.s Anuppur

Around 50 people were travelling in the tractor-trolley when it overturned after the driver lost control, Additional Superintendent of Police Jagannath Markam said

30 May 2026 2:58 pm
18 killed as truck carrying returning refugees crashes in eastern Afghanistan

A truck carrying Afghan refugees returning from Pakistan overturned on a highway in eastern Afghanistan, killing at least 18 people and injuring 35 others, most of them women and children, officials said

30 May 2026 2:57 pm
What is Thakali cuisine? The Himalayan food tradition arriving in India

From buckwheat and timur to centuries-old salt-route influences, Kathmandu restaurateur Vivek Man Sherchan explains the flavours and history behind Thakali food

30 May 2026 2:52 pm
AHINDA leaders seek Deputy CM post for Yathindra, voice concern over Siddaramaiahs exit

They cautioned that the political development could affect the Congress partys prospects unless the new leadership takes AHINDA communities into confidence, and ensures equal representation in the government

30 May 2026 2:51 pm
Thunderstorms, rain likely to continue in Rajasthan for next 4-5 days

In the past 24 hours, several parts of the State witnessed strong thunderstorms and rainfall, with rain in Dholpur district receiving the highest rainfall of 58 mm

30 May 2026 2:42 pm
Vinesh Phogat makes winning start at Asian Games selection trials

On May 29, 2026, Supreme Court allowed Vinesh Phogat to participate in the Asian Games 2026 selection trials

30 May 2026 2:39 pm
22 years behind Volvo wheel, KSRTC driver Joseph Machado retires after 34 years of spotless service

One among the first batch of drivers chosen to drive the premium service, Mr. Machado is remembered for his smiling face and caring attitude by passengers

30 May 2026 2:35 pm
Brown trailer: Karisma Kapoor plays a disturbed cop investigating a brutal murder in Kolkata

Directed by Abhinay Deo, the series also stars Jisshu Sengupta and Surya Sharma in pivotal roles

30 May 2026 2:31 pm
India lose 2-3 against Australia to share 4-match women's hockey series

India had lost 1-2 against Australia in the series opener but bounced back strongly to beat the hosts 4-2 in shootout after both the sides were locked 1-1 at the end of regulation time in the second match

30 May 2026 2:22 pm
Claims of being vishwaguru but can't conduct single exam: Rahul's dig at PM

Congress leader Rahul Gandhis remarks came after the National Testing Agency said the CUET-UG 2026 for admissions into undergraduate degree programmes across India was delayed at some centres on Saturday due to a technical glitch

30 May 2026 2:17 pm
Kerala CM to open second edition of Global Travel Market on June 3

Event to bring together more than 1,000 tour operators from the country and abroad

30 May 2026 2:07 pm
On Ebola, India must stay alert, not alarmed

India must respond with science, preparedness, surveillance, and calm leadership, certainly not fear, stigma, or panic

30 May 2026 1:59 pm
Properties worth 2 crore linked to drug trafficking attached in J&K

Srinagar police attached a residential house and land worth approximately 50 lakh belonging to alleged drug peddler Shafiq Ahmad Khawaja, a resident of Dildar Karnah, in north Kashmir's Kupwara district

30 May 2026 1:51 pm
Baby may be out, but risks might remain: what mothers should know about postpartum preeclampsia

The common belief is that after the birth of the child and the expulsion of placenta, complications related to pregnancy such as high blood pressure are gone. This is not true. Mothers must remain vigilant during the six-week period after delivery

30 May 2026 1:48 pm
West Bengal set to implement National Health Mission, says CM Suvendu Adhikari

West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari said the Centre has sanctioned 2,103 crore for the scheme, out of which we have already received 527 crore

30 May 2026 1:47 pm
Armed forces ready for Operation Sindoor 2.0 if need arises, says Army chief

General Dwivedi noted that while a temporary cessation of hostilities currently exists, all three services are preparing intensely for the next phase should it take place

30 May 2026 1:45 pm
Ajith Kumars mother Mohini Mani passes away; TN CM Vijay, Kamal Haasan offer condolences

The funeral rites of Mohini Mani will be conducted in the presence of close family members

30 May 2026 1:43 pm
Watch: Punjab municipal polls: AAP emerges biggest winner amid rigging claims

The AAP emerged as the biggest winner in Punjabs civic body elections, securing 954 of 1,977 wards across municipal corporations, councils, and nagar panchayats.

30 May 2026 1:40 pm
U.S. warns capable of resuming war with Iran as deal remains elusive

The U.S. warns of potential war with Iran as diplomatic negotiations falter and tensions escalate over nuclear conditions and regional conflicts

30 May 2026 1:38 pm
Why Basic Sciences still matter in Engineering education

Engineering, irrespective of its specialisation, remains anchored in the principles of basic science and universities must approach the dilution of the curriculum with caution

30 May 2026 1:37 pm
Scholarships: May 30, 2026

Information on financial aid for students

30 May 2026 1:33 pm
Watch: Russian drone breaches Romanian airspace during attack on Ukraine

Romania scrambled F-16 fighter jets after a drone entered its airspace during a Russian attack on Ukrainian infrastructure near the border

30 May 2026 1:27 pm
Vinesh Gets Green Signal to Compete in 53kg

Wrestler Vinesh Phogats return to competitive wrestling was marked by fresh drama at the Asian Games selection trials in New Delhi. Despite securing permission from the courts to participate, Vinesh faced a last-minute hurdle when she was initially restricted to the 50kg category during the official weigh-in. Following a dispute and intervention by the Wrestling Federation of India, she was eventually allowed to compete in the 53kg division. Heres what happened.

30 May 2026 1:25 pm
Chinas top diplomat says Canada ties fully restored

The relationship has warmed in recent months, even as Ottawas ties with traditional ally Washington have soured following Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carneys meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping in Beijing in January

30 May 2026 1:23 pm
CBSE OSM row revives questions over firm linked to Telanganas 2019 Intermediate results controversy

Leader of the Opposition, Rahul Gandhi, posted on social media recalling how Coempt Edu Tech was the new name of Globarena Technologies involved in the Intermediate marks fiasco in Telangana

30 May 2026 1:21 pm
Man's body bearing multiple stab injuries found in vegetable stall in Kerala

The police have taken a suspect into custody and launched a murder investigation

30 May 2026 1:15 pm
Manoj Jarange Patil launches ninth indefinite fast over Maratha quota demands

The activist began the fast in Antarwali Sarati village, about 400 km from Mumbai, in the open without any canopy or protective shelter despite the intense heat

30 May 2026 1:11 pm
Technical glitch delays CUET-UG 2026 exam across several centres

Noting that the issue has since been resolved, NTA said that the exam is being conducted with full compensatory time so that no candidate is disadvantaged

30 May 2026 12:54 pm
Inside Chinas green transition

Ningbo, in southern Zhejiang Province of China, was once a historic maritime hub shaped by Buddhist culture and trade. It has now emerged as a key hub for showcasing Chinas green industrial push, where electric vehicles, advanced manufacturing, and tightly integrated supply chains are powering the countrys bid for global leadership in the technologies of the future. Ananth Krishnan reports from the port city

30 May 2026 12:51 pm
Oscar-winning Star Wars editor Marcia Lucas dies at 80

Marcia Lucas was the editor on 1983's Return of the Jedi and the pre-Star Wars George Lucas-directed films THX 1138 and American Graffiti

30 May 2026 12:49 pm
Pattabiram residents demand limited-use subway beneath ROB

Though one carriageway of the six-lane Rail Over Bridge (ROB) was opened to traffic in September 2024, no provision has been made for slow-moving traffic that also need to cross Level Crossing No. 2 (Railway Siding) at Pattabiram

30 May 2026 12:47 pm
Pentagon chief sounds alarm over Chinas buildup, urges allies to boost defence spend

There is rightful alarm regarding Chinas historic military buildup and the expansion of its military activities in the region and beyond, says U.S. Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth

30 May 2026 12:47 pm
Pune hooch tragedy: 22 police, Excise personnel face suspension

Eight persons, including a key bootlegger, have been arrested in connection with the tragedy that unfolded across Pimpri-Chinchwad and Pune city over a span of two days

30 May 2026 12:25 pm
Champions League final features rival songs as Arsenal and PSG fans belt out their anthems

Thousands of opposing fans will try drowning out their rivals' anthem with their own at Budapest's Pusks Arna stadium

30 May 2026 12:25 pm
Revanth to adopt YSRs grassroots engagement model to plug gap between Telangana Govt, people and party

Telangana CM is expected to meet people and cadre once the proposed CMs camp office is ready

30 May 2026 12:20 pm
CBI files chargesheet against Shubhkamna Buildtech Private Limited, directors in cheating case

The CBI probe revealed that the accused builder company and its directors induced innocent homebuyers and investors through false assurances, misleading representations and deceptive promises, causing wrongful loss to the victims

30 May 2026 12:15 pm
Vizhinjam seaport in Kerala becomes fastest Indian port to handle 2 million TEUs cargo in 18 months

Port is expected to commission its first 400-metre berth of total 1.2 km berth expansion conceived as part of second phase expansion in 2027, which will enable it to accommodate more ship calls and handle higher cargo volumes

30 May 2026 12:13 pm
The best baguette in Paris has a Tamil connection!

Sithamparappillai Jegatheepan, the second Sri Lankan Tamil baker to win the annual baguette competition in Paris, will supply the Elysee Palace for a whole year from June

30 May 2026 12:12 pm
Multilateral joint military exercise in Meghalaya focuses on counter-insurgency, building trust

Over 400 soldiers, including around 20 women, from 13 other countries participated in the programme along with the India Army

30 May 2026 12:11 pm
Science quiz on holiday spots for the really, really brave

Here is a quiz about holiday spots for people who are really brave to venture out

30 May 2026 12:05 pm
ED provisionally attaches 634.12 crore assets linked to Noida-based UGCC project

The ED probe is based on 76 First Information Reports registered by the Delhi Police and CBI against Unitech Limited, its promoters/directors and others, alleging that they fraudulently diverted homebuyers funds

30 May 2026 12:01 pm
India is 'powerful' and 'modernising' its military, says U.S. Secretary of War Pete Hegseth

India is powerful and modernising its military while also maintaining a balance of power, particularly in the Indian Ocean., says U.S. Secretary of War Pete Hegseth at the Shangri-La Dialogue

30 May 2026 11:58 am
West Bengal CM Suvendu Adhikari launches cervical cancer vaccination drive for over 7.5 lakh girls aged 14 years

Under the campaign, girls who have completed 14 years of age but are yet to turn 15 will receive a single dose of the quadrivalent Gardasil-4 vaccine free of cost

30 May 2026 11:49 am