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Prioritise energy security for keeping growth momentum going: RBI MPC member

The Indian approach needs to focus both on stepping up oil exploration domestically and hastening the transition to alternative sources, says Nagesh Kumar, director of the Institute for Studies in Industrial Development

5 May 2026 2:24 pm
Southern Railways traction distribution assets register best-ever performance in 2025-26; minimal disruption on electrified routes

During the year, the zone records just 3 asset failures as against 13 failures in 2024-25 translating into marking a 77% improvement

5 May 2026 2:24 pm
Tamil Nadu people have endorsed coalition government: VCKs Thirumavalavan

The people have endorsed coalition government in 2026, ten years after VCK had promised it during 2016 Assembly elections (when it was a part of Makkal Nala Kootani), he said.

5 May 2026 2:21 pm
A green message from Indira Nagar gets amplified

Rotary Club of Temple City invites two Indira Nagar residents to deliver a talk on a neighbourhood park walkers clubs Tree Naming Initiative for the benefit of residents groups in other parts of Chennai

5 May 2026 2:19 pm
India most resilient emerging market economy; better placed to manage future shocks: Moodys

Moodys said India is well placed to manage future shocks because monetary policy frameworks are clear and predictable, inflation expectations are well anchored, and exchange rates can adjust when needed

5 May 2026 2:19 pm
Watch: Fireworks factory explosion in China kills 21, injures 61

At least 21 people were killed and 61 injured after a massive explosion at a fireworks factory in Hunan, China. The blast occurred in Liuyang, a major hub for fireworks manufacturing. Rescue teams have been deployed, and nearby residents evacuated due to fears of further explosions. Authorities have detained the company official as investigations into the cause of the incident continue.

5 May 2026 2:17 pm
Apple holds talks with Intel, Samsung for U.S. chipmaking: Report

While the move would offer Apple a secondary option beyond its longtime partner Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co., the iPhone-maker is also concerned about using non-TSMC technology, the report said

5 May 2026 2:14 pm
Seniors at this old age home get to attend dance classes

Akshaya Trust invites groups to spend a day engaging senior citizens with an activity or two

5 May 2026 2:13 pm
India-U.K. FTA: JLR cuts Range Rover CBU models by up to 75lakh

The Range Rover SV is repriced from 4.25 crore to 3.5 crore and Range Rover Sport SV is repriced from 2.75 crore to 2.35 crore

5 May 2026 1:57 pm
Reliance hands over documents in bribery probe, executive gets bail

The order by a New Delhi court issued on May 5, night did not specify what documents were demanded by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI)

5 May 2026 1:51 pm
Star Wars: Maul Shadow Lord series review: David Filoni delivers a visually stunning, action-packed saga

High adventure, adrenalinecharged lightsaber duels, excellent voice work, eyepopping visuals, a taut story, and a stunning cameo ensure a bombastic time

5 May 2026 1:47 pm
Telanganas summers impact women harder in rural and low-income settings; nutrition services take a hit

Prolonged exposure can lead to dehydration, heat exhaustion and more serious conditions, particularly in settings where access to timely medical care may be limited

5 May 2026 1:22 pm
IPL 2026: Pant not feeling the price tag pressure in IPL, says LSG coach Langer

He's chipping away, he's working hard, Justin Langer said of LSGs captain Pant after the teams loss to Mumbai Indians

5 May 2026 1:21 pm
Bihar Govt's Cabinet expansion on May 7; PM Modi, Amit Shah to attend: State BJP chief

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Home Minister Amit Shah, BJP national president Nitin Nabin, and other senior leaders will be present on the Cabinet expansion, Bihar BJP chief Sanjay Saraogi said

5 May 2026 1:17 pm
Put petty politics aside; it's not about one party, but India: Rahul on TMC's loss in polls

Mr. Gandhi also came out in support of the TMC, which has been trounced by the BJP in the polls, and urged those gloating over the loss of Mamata Banerjee's party to put petty politics aside

5 May 2026 12:56 pm
DMKs vote share of 1.54 crore shows peoples faith, says M.K. Stalin

Mr. Stalin said it was the duty of the DMK to meet voters and thank them personally, and he called upon party candidates to do so

5 May 2026 12:49 pm
5 May 2026 12:42 pm
BJP State chief P.V.N. Madhav asks party cadre to stay among public, work for welfare

State BJP president addresses victory celebrations at Srikalahasti over partys performance in West Bengal and Assam; says party will not tolerate sacrilege in temples, refers to Tirumala ghee adulteration issue

5 May 2026 12:42 pm
Adani Ports stock falls after promoter entity sell 2% stake for 7,486 crore

Following the stake sale, shares of Adani Ports and Special Economic Zone (APSEZ) slipped 1.10% to trade at 1,723.75 apiece on the BSE on May 5, 2026

5 May 2026 12:38 pm
Instagram rolling out AI Creator labels on a test basis

Instagram shared via its official Creators account that it was testing out a new AI Creator label as it encouraged self-identification to build user trust

5 May 2026 12:33 pm
Pain and Relief: Demystifying the Science of Suffering

This e-book has real-life accounts of transformation through evidence-based relief.

5 May 2026 12:27 pm
In Assam, BJP wave topples sons of three former CMs

This election not only solidified the BJPs dominance but also saw the defeat of the sons of three former Chief MinistersGaurav Gogoi, Debabrata Saikia, and Diganta Barman

5 May 2026 12:24 pm
POLYCET 2026: 91.37% pass in Andhra Pradesh; girls outdo boys, ASR district tops list

A total of 1,48,950 candidates qualify for diploma admissions; girls record 93.57% pass rate against 89.88% for boys; over 84,000 seats on offer across 265 polytechnic institutions for 2026-27

5 May 2026 12:20 pm
Congress slams Govt over sluggishness in private investment, flags ED-CBI-IT raid raj

Congress general secretary in-charge communications Jairam Ramesh said that for some time now, his party has been drawing attention to a fundamental problem preventing the economy from achieving higher real GDP growth rates

5 May 2026 12:20 pm
Adoption requests pour in for abandoned Siberian huskies; three more dogs rescued on ShankarpallyPatancheru road

Blood tests show some parameters are irregular, likely due to dehydration. Police register Cruelty case. Search for more dogs continue.

5 May 2026 12:19 pm
Two Indian journalists win Pulitzer Prize for highlighting cyber fraud

Anand RK and Suparna Sharma won the award in the Illustrated Reporting and Commentary category for their work highlighting digital surveillance and cyber fraud

5 May 2026 12:17 pm
M.K. Stalin resigns as Tamil Nadu Chief Minister

Mr. Stalins resignation was sent to the Governors office in Lok Bhavan on Monday night

5 May 2026 12:17 pm
Niyantri: Where Bharatanatyam and Carnatic music meets new imaginative ground

Founded by dancer Divya Devaguptapu and musician Ranjani Ramakrishnan, it paves way for collaborations and artistic practices beyond traditional confines.

5 May 2026 12:16 pm
Households face financial risk from increasing health inflation

The governments 2025-26 Economic Survey showed that health inflation came down to 3% in December 2025 from 6% in 2023. However, the Aons Global Medical Trends Rate 2026 report and other market reports place medical inflation in India at 11-13%.

5 May 2026 12:12 pm
Stock markets drop on renewed geopolitical concerns

The 30-share BSE Sensex declined 361.62 points to 76,907.78 in early trade. The 50-share NSE Nifty dropped 134.90 points to 23,980.60

5 May 2026 12:10 pm
When a Government Decides to Learn

Maharashtras Tech-Wari 2.0 and the Journey Towards Future-Ready Governance**

5 May 2026 12:10 pm
April26 auto retail sales rise 13% to 26.11 lakh units

Two-wheeler retails continued their momentum in April26, reaching 19,16,258 units, up 13% YoY, the best-ever April for this category

5 May 2026 12:09 pm
HP HyperX OMEN 15 (2026) Review | A machine built for long-session stability

HyperX OMEN 15 (2026) reflects HPs attempt to refine that balance by transforming high-refresh visuals, AI-assisted tuning, and an unusually responsive keyboard

5 May 2026 12:05 pm
Festival showcasing pastoral cultures to begin from May 8

The four-day festival organised by the Centre for Pastoralism and the Pune International Centre will also have an economic consultation on Revival of Desi Oon to secure pastoral livelihoods in the Deccan region

5 May 2026 11:43 am
Sri Lankas media spotlight Vijays big win in Tamil Nadu

Tamil politicians extend their greetings, express hope about working together

5 May 2026 11:42 am
Bengaluru airport introduces new system to enhance safety at intersection of aircraft and ground vehicle movement

The system brings together AIbased computer vision, intelligent automation and centralised control to support safe right-of-way management, improve operational efficiency and enable greater precision in airside operations

5 May 2026 11:34 am
Hantavirus outbreak: Cruise ship with 150 aboard waits for help, not allowed to dock

No one has been allowed to disembark the ship that is waiting off the coast of Cape Verde in the Atlantic Ocean

5 May 2026 11:27 am
KSRTC bus catches fire on road in Haveri district of Karnataka, completely gutted, passengers safe

The mishap occurred near Devaragudda in Ranebennur taluk when a Pallakki bus of KSRTCs was proceeding from Bengaluru towards Gadag

5 May 2026 11:20 am
Firstsource Partners with Typeface to Launch Agentic Marketing Services

New full-stack offering turns content operations into an agentic growth engine

5 May 2026 11:20 am
Woman stabbed by son-in-law in Belagavi for preventing him from talking to his pregnant wife

His pregnant wife had gone to her mother's place for delivery for their baby

5 May 2026 11:17 am
How Indias divers turned ocean encounters into conservation action with the help of PADIs Go Eco Month

During PADIs Go Eco Month in April, last month, divers across Indias reef fringed islands and mainland coasts paired pairingexploration with clean ups, reef and cove awareness, and a growing ethic of responsible travel In coastal hubs like Goa and the Andamans, a new wave of divers is combining holidays with marine clean-ups, reef education, and responsible tourism==what is PADI Go Eco month? Since that is the peg please bring that into the HL, strap, and intro in the body copy==

5 May 2026 11:16 am