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Samyuktha Viswanathan: Social media following should not affect an actors relevancy

The Katchi Sera star talks about her upcoming film Double Occupancy, balancing streaming and theatrical projects, and starring alongside Dulquer Salmaan in I Am Game

19 May 2026 4:21 pm
Restaurant owner arrested in Madurai for trafficking Indian nationals to cyber scam compounds in Cambodia

The accused, identified as Madhan Vadivel, received commissions for each recruitment. He even ran restaurants inside the compounds in Cambodia and supplied Indian food to the victims

19 May 2026 4:17 pm
Ruskin Bond turns 92, launches new book in Dehradun

Legendary storyteller Ruskin Bond is keeping his beautiful birthday tradition alive. Ahead of turning 92, he treated fans in Dehradun to his newest release, All-Time Favourite Friendship Stories.

19 May 2026 4:14 pm
Puducherry ration card holders asked to complete e-KYC registration immediately

The Supreme Court and the Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution have issued directions making mandatory the e-KYC registration for ration card holders across the country.

19 May 2026 3:53 pm
Health Quiz: On the endocrine system

How much do you know about your hormones and the system that regulates them? Take this quiz to find out!

19 May 2026 3:53 pm
Health Wrap first anniversary quiz

Marking the first anniversary episode of Health Wrap by The Hindu , heres a special Fun Fact quiz segment featuring some of the most surprising health and science insights discussed on the show. All these answers are hidden within the Fun Fact segments from Health Wrap episodes so far. How many can you get right?

19 May 2026 3:53 pm
Tanker delivers Russian LNG to China after almost six months at sea, LSEG ship-tracking data shows

Despite Western sanctions, Russia has continued LNG exports to China, with a gas carrier completing a nearly six-month journey this week

19 May 2026 3:52 pm
U.S. military watchdog probes strikes on alleged drug boats: reports

Legal experts and rights groups suggest the attacks could amount to extrajudicial killings because they have apparently targeted civilians who do not pose an immediate threat to the United States.

19 May 2026 3:52 pm
Lights, Camera, Women: A networking collective for cinema aspirants

Through online sessions and offline workshops in Hyderabad, the group connects aspirants to professionals in the industry and aims to create a safe space for conversations

19 May 2026 3:51 pm
Vizag autorickshaw drivers protest fuel price hike, demand subsidised rates from State government

CITU-affiliated union marches from Jagadamba junction to a petrol bunk, says drivers cannot earn even 300 a day after free bus scheme for women

19 May 2026 3:51 pm
European Union prepares to cut U.S. import duties to avoid Trump tariff hike

President Donald Trump has said he would impose much higher tariffs on EU goods if the European Union did not implement its trade deal commitments by July 4

19 May 2026 3:51 pm
Bihar CM asks govt. doctors to not 'unnecessarily' refer patients to major hospitals

The new directive will be in force in the State from August 15 this year, Samrat Choudhary said

19 May 2026 3:50 pm
Dispute with Maran: SC asks SpiceJet to move Delhi HC for extension of time to deposit 144 crore

The High Court had on May 4 dismissed pleas moved by SpiceJet and its promoter Ajay Singh seeking a review of an earlier order asking the airline to deposit 144 crore in connection with its legal dispute with Kalanithi Maran and Kal Airways

19 May 2026 3:45 pm
Major portion of drone mapping for comprehensive land re-survey completed across Puducherry

The last State-wide land survey was conducted in the 1970s, and only urban areas were surveyed separately thereafter.

19 May 2026 3:42 pm
Off Campus series review: A chaotic, charming, and addictive Hockey romance

Prime Videos Off Campus, based on The Deal by Elle Kennedy, is a predictable, glossy hockey romance elevated by strong chemistry, emotional sincerity, and an excellent soundtrack

19 May 2026 3:39 pm
WHO chief says 'deeply concerned' by 'scale and speed' of Democratic Republic Congos Ebola outbreak

WHO chief Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus declared the outbreak a public health emergency of international concern the second-highest level of alert under international health regulations

19 May 2026 3:36 pm
IPL 2026: Mumbai Indians de Kock, Raj Bawa ruled out of remainder of season

De Kock has been ruled out with a tendon injury in his left wrist, while Raj Angad Bawa suffered a ligament tear in his right thumb

19 May 2026 3:34 pm
Gaza aid flotilla says Israeli forces intercepted 41 vessels, 10 still sailing

Israels Foreign Ministry had said on X on May 18 that it will not allow any breach of the lawful naval blockade on Gaza

19 May 2026 3:29 pm
Falta Assembly repoll: TMC candidate Jahangir Khan pulls out of contest

Trinamool Congress candidate Jahangir Khans withdrawal comes on the last day of campaign when West Bengal CM Suvendu Adhikari was holding a roadshow in the area in support of BJP candidate Debangshu Panda

19 May 2026 3:28 pm
Operation Sindoor reflected smart power in its most complete expression, says Army Chief Dwivedi

In his address at a seminar hosted at the Manekshaw Centre in New Delhi, Gen Upendra Dwivedi also said that twelve months ago, India offered the world a partial answer to the so-called smart power question

19 May 2026 3:26 pm
Swaroop Sampat returns to the stage, starring opposite Anupam Kher in a new play

Swaroop Sampat returns to the stage alongside Anupam Kher in the play Jaane Pehchaane Anjane, which explores themes of loneliness and companionship.

19 May 2026 3:22 pm
Vijay should accord sanction to prosecute Senthilbalajiin cash-for-jobs scam: BJP

Mr. Thirupathy recalled Mr. Vijays statement that he would oppose corruption.

19 May 2026 3:21 pm
At least ten killed as torrential rains batter southern, central China

China's weather agency said areas in Jiangxi, Anhui, Hunan, Hubei, Guizhou, Guangxi, Guangdong and Hainan faced a high risk of rain-related disasters

19 May 2026 3:21 pm
Police to probe San Diego mosque shooting as a hate crime

Three people were killed after two teenage shooters opened fire inside the Islamic Centre of San Diego in California. Police said the attackers later killed themselves a few blocks away from the mosque.

19 May 2026 3:21 pm
Now, fly non-stop from Bengaluru to Zurich starting October 2026

The Swiss city will become the sixth European destination from Bengaluru

19 May 2026 3:17 pm
Commonwealth Foundation is reviewing selection process as AI accusations mount

Some social media users cited AI detection tools to accuse author Jamir Nazir of submitting an AI-generated or AI-enhanced short story

19 May 2026 3:14 pm
Keralas UDF govt forms expert panel to prepare White Paper on State finances

According to a CMO statement, the committee will be headed by former Cabinet Secretary K.M. Chandrasekhar. Additional Chief Secretary (Finance) K.R. Jyothilal has been appointed as convener

19 May 2026 3:13 pm
Apples WWDC starts on June 8 as iPhone-maker touts incredible updates and AI advances

Apples Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) this year is set to take place between June 8 and June 12

19 May 2026 3:07 pm
Name a country that does not use nuke power for energy needs, asks Supreme Court

Petitioner confronts SHANTI Act with 40-year-old Oleum gas leak case verdict which made pvt entities engaged in hazardous activity absolutely liable to community in case of an accident

19 May 2026 2:59 pm
Indonesia signed letter of intent but made no commitment to U.S. on airspace access: Defence Minister Sjafrie

The issue of overflight access created controversy in Indonesia last month

19 May 2026 2:50 pm
When digital spaces cause distress: social media, self-harm and the need for emotional safety nets

Originally designed to help us stay connected, social media has evolved into one of the most accessible emotional regulation devices of our time. But digital environments can intersect with emotional distress, shaping how young people understand and respond to their inner worlds

19 May 2026 2:49 pm
Shares of oil marketing companies rally more than 3%

The stock of Hindustan Petroleum Corporation climbed 3.29%, IOC edged higher by 3.10%, and Bharat Petroleum Corporation went up by 3% on the BSE

19 May 2026 2:33 pm
ITC Infotech and InsureMO Partner to Bring AI-Driven Insurance Modernisation to Middle East, Africa, and India

Alliance combines ITC Infotechs agentic AI framework with InsureMOs 2,500+ insurance APIs, enabling carriers to deploy intelligent automation without replacing core systems

19 May 2026 2:32 pm
Xiaomi TV S Mini LED Review | Balanced mid-range performance competes with strong rivals

Xiaomi entered the TV market focusing heavily on smart features, connected experiences and a software-first approach

19 May 2026 2:21 pm
Main Vaapas Aaunga trailer: Diljit Dosanjh headlines Imtiaz Alis epic musical love story set around partition

The film also stars Naseeruddin Shah, Vedang Raina and Sharvari Wagh in pivotal roles

19 May 2026 2:21 pm
Rupee falls to record low of 96.47 against U.S. dollar in intraday trade

Forex traders said the rupee remains vulnerable to the rise in crude oil prices, as also the closure of the Strait of Hormuz

19 May 2026 2:19 pm
Adhikari aide murder case: CBI arrests another accused from U.P.s Muzaffarnagar

He was arrested from U.P.s Muzaffarnagar; to be produced in a Kolkata court

19 May 2026 2:19 pm
Japanese PM visits South Korea for second phase of hometown summits with President Lee

South Korean President Lee Jae Myung and Japanese PM Sanae Takaichi hold their fourth meeting in about six months

19 May 2026 2:19 pm
Dubare jumbo fight: Elephant Marthanda dies a day after fatal clash

Elephant Kanjan barred from future Dasara jumbo duty in Mysuru

19 May 2026 2:16 pm
Bengal CM holds road show in Falta on last day of poll campaign

Party supporters claimed public enthusiasm had increased after the BJP formed the government in the state earlier this month under Mr. Adhikari's leadership

19 May 2026 2:16 pm