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Modern Digital Audiences Expect Faster and More Reliable Video Experiences

Video has become one of the most dominant forms of communication across the modern internet. News platforms, businesses, educational organization

Taiwans Lai says he would tell Trump he hopes to continue arms purchases from US

TAIPEI (Taiwan), May 20: Taiwan President Lai Ching-te said Wednesday that if given the chance he would tell US President Donald Trump of his hop

How NK Dairy Equipments LLP is Supporting Modern Dairy Processing Through Integrated Solutions

Yamunanagar, Haryana: As Indias dairy industry continues moving toward organized and technology-driven operations, the need for reliable processi

SIR timeline for Karnataka, training workshop for officers in Belagavi

SIR training workshop for divisional level officers

Board of Peace will ask UNSC to press Hamas to disarm

GENEVA, May 20: The body overseeing the US-brokered ceasefire in Gaza will ask the United Nations Security Council to press the Hamas militant gr

TVK extends open invitation to VCK, IUML to be part of Vijay-led Cabinet

We invite VCK leader Thol. Thirumavalavan to be part of the Council of Ministers. This is the wish of the Chief Minister as well. Similarly, the

Senate advances bill aimed at ending Iran war as Cassidy, after primary loss, flips to support it

Louisiana Senator Bill Cassidy switched sides to deliver a crucial vote to pass the legislation

Who is a Pro-tem Speaker, and why is the role crucial for a new Assembly?

The Pro-tem Speaker serves as the essential bridge of a new Assembly, anchoring the legislative process by administering oaths and steering the H

Wav.Tech Launches WAV Mobile to Help Consumers and Dealers Address Rising Counterfeit Watch Risks

Woxsen Universitys Dr. Raul Villamarin Rodriguez Joins Poets&Quants Global 40 Under 40 Elite List

Chemists strike on May 20: Reasons behind todays all-India strike

While major pharmacy chains and government medical outlets will remain operational, the strike highlights significant tensions within the industr

Two-day Global Prosperity Summit 2026 officially opens

FIMER Announces Strategic Partnership With Redington Solar To Strengthen Pan India Distributor Network

Bengaluru, Karnataka, India Business Wire India

News from the world of Education: May 20, 2026

Information on colleges, admissions, scholarships, events, MoUs, and more

Country Must Stay Alert Amid West Asia Crisis: Civil Aviation Minister Naidu

RANCHI, May 20: Union Civil Aviation Minister Kinjarapu Rammohan Naidu on Wednesday cautioned that the country must remain vigilant and prepared

Dubai Reinforces Role as Global Growth Platform for Indian Businesses With 3,995 New Companies Joining Dubai Chamber of Commerce in Q1 2026

Indian companies form Dubai Chamber of Commerces largest foreign business community, reaching 84,088 active members by the end of March 2026

SC Seeks Centres Response On Plea To Ban Sale Of Liquor In Tetra Packs, Sachets

NEW DELHI, May 20: The Supreme Court on Wednesday sought responses from the Centre and others on a plea seeking direction to forthwith ban the sa

Great Nicobar project is purely commercial with no military infrastructure element: Congress

Jairam Ramesh accused the Centre of pursuing what he termed a policy of Continuing, Calibrated Capitulation to China

Six arrested for posing as police officers, extorting rice trader

Nothing wrong in holding caste census, any govt of the day should know who is backward, SC says

The Chief Justice said it was not within the courts domain to decide whether a caste enumeration should necessarily be a part or not of Census 20

KG-basin dispute: RIL, two firms tell SC they will write to Centre for mediation

On May 19, the top court commenced final hearing on appeals of RIL and two other foreign firms challenging a Delhi High Court verdict that set as

Shocking Move: Telugu Film Chamber Withdraws Letter?

The letter was issued and withdrawn due to a few differences but everything will be sorted today, he said.

Over 8.5 Million Developers Utilize Google AI Models, Company to Invest $190 Billion: Sundar Pichai

New Delhi, May 20: Google CEO Sundar Pichai announced that over 8.5 million developers are using the companys artificial intelligence (AI) models

Bhojshala-Kamal Maula Verdict: In MP's Dhar, a Familiar Mandir-Masjid Story

Dhar is not Ayodhya, and copy-pasting the 'Ayodhya model' here is a legal impossibility, says a senior lawyer.

Tamil Nadu SSLC Results 2025-26: Pass Percentage Rises to 94.31%

Pudukkottai district secured the highest pass percentage of 97.57, followed by Sivaganga, which registered 97.54 pass percentage

Mother, neighbour arrested for murder of six-year-old girl in Alwal

Major Drug Bust in Amritsar: Police Seize 14 Kilograms of Narcotics

Amritsar, May 20: Punjab police have achieved a significant breakthrough in the fight against drug trafficking. The Amritsar Commissionerate poli

OP Rajbhar Criticizes Akhilesh and Rahul, Defends PM Modis Foreign Tours

Lucknow, May 20: The political landscape in Uttar Pradesh is heating up with discussions on issues like public prayers, Prime Minister Narendra M

At Google I/O 2026, Alphabet rewrites search playbook, unveils Gemini 3.5 Flash

Google launched AI Mode roughly a year ago and the feature has already crossed a billion monthly active users, with queries more than doubling ea

First and foremost: On the Bhojshala ruling | The Hindu Editorial

Shared use of disputed religious sites should be allowed to continue

Massive Fire Breaks Out at Vehicle Workshop in Ghaziabad, Several Cars Destroyed

Ghaziabad, May 20: A massive fire erupted early Wednesday at a vehicle workshop near the New Bus Stand in the Hindon area of Ghaziabad, causing p

Italian Artist Gifts Holy Varanasi Painting to PM Modi, Celebrating Cultural Ties

Rome, May 20: A vibrant painting of Varanasis ghats has become a symbol of cultural friendship between India and Italy. Renowned Italian artist J

Early Trade Sees Markets Slip on Weak Global Peers, Higher Oil

The 30-share BSE Sensex tanked 517.11 points to 74,667.51 in early trade. The 50-share NSE Nifty dropped 152.45 points to 23,475.80.

She moved to Delhi with an offer letter, a joining date, and a promise, but...: IIM graduates 75,000 relocation experience sparks outrage

An IIM Bodh Gaya MBA graduate has gone viral after claiming she moved to Delhi for a confirmed job offer, spent 75,000 relocating, and then disco

HeadsUp B2B sees Rs 2,500 cr revenue by 2030: Founder

NEW DELHI, May 20: HeadsUp B2B, a one-stop infrastructure marketplace, expects to generate about Rs 2,500 crore in revenues by 2030 at its curren

Cannes 2026 | Nepals Abinash Bikram Shah: My goal is to move from them to us

After Cannes Special Jury Mention for his short film Lori in 2022, Abinash Bikram Shah now makes a historic Cannes feature debut with Elephants i

Pune-based defence firm tests 300 km precise Suryastra rocket to provide big boost to Indian Army

Nibe Limited has successfully demonstrated its Suryastra rockets. The rockets achieved ranges of 150 km and 300 km. These firings took place at t

Rupee falls to record low of 96.90 against US dollar in early trade

MUMBAI, May 20: The rupee depreciated 20 paise to an all-time low of 96.90 against the US dollar in early trade on Wednesday weighed down by a st

Heavy Rain Brings Relief from Heat in Tamil Nadu, Warning Issued for Five Districts

Chennai, May 20: Heavy rainfall across Tamil Nadu, including Chennai and Puducherry, has provided significant relief from the oppressive heat exp

Security forces carry out search operation in Manipur to trace those held hostage by armed groups

More than 38 people were abducted and held hostage by armed groups in Kangpokpi and Senapati districts on May 13

EC doubles security arrangements for Falta repoll in West Bengal

According to an official at the state Chief Electoral Officer, eight Central Armed Police Force (CAPF) personnel, equivalent to one full section,

Torrential rain, floods batter China; at least 12 killed

BEIJING, May 20: Torrential rain and floods hit parts of China this week, killing at least 12 people and forcing tens of thousands of people to e

CUK Announces Austerity Measures, Online Classes, WFH On Fridays

SRINAGAR, May 20: The Central University of Kashmir (CUK) has ordered a series of austerity measures, including online classes and work from home

CPI(M), BJP Spar Over Vande Mataram at Kerala Cabinet Swearing-In

Distancing itself from the row, sources in the new government said they had no role in the programme, as it was fully organised by the Lok Bhavan

US announces federal charges against Indian national wanted for 2017 murder of New Jersey mother, son

NEW YORK, May 20:The US has announced federal charges against an Indian national wanted for his alleged involvement in the 2017 murder of a mothe

Jitan Ram Manjhi Issues Strong Warning to RJD: Dalits and Mahadalits Will Not Bow Down

Patna, May 20: Union Minister and leader of the Hindustani Awam Morcha (HAM), Jitan Ram Manjhi, launched a fierce attack on the Rashtriya Janata

Stock markets fall in early trade amid weak global peers, elevated oil prices

The 30-share BSE Sensex tanked 517.11 points to 74,667.51 in early trade, whereas the 50-share NSE Nifty dropped 152.45 points to 23,475.80

Andhra Pradesh attracted 23 lakh crore investments under NDA, says CM Naidu

Royal Enfield plant planned for Tirupati; defence, drone, space and electronics units to come up in Rayalaseema

Modi govt pursuing policy of continued calibrated capitulation to China: Cong

NEW DELHI, May 20: The Congress on Wednesday targeted the Modi government over its approach towards Beijing and accused it of pursuing a 4C polic

Telangana RERA Chairman Satyanarayana Resigns Citing Health Reasons

Satyanarayana said prolonged hearings, lasting up to five hours daily, caused severe back pain and other health problems, requiring continuous ph

Punjab launches underground power supply network in Satouj village

Crop fires & accidents caused by electricity wires will now be prevented: CM Bhagwant Singh Mann

Class 10 Board exam results: Tamil Nadu records 94.3% pass rate

While Pudukottai topped the State, with a pass percentage of 97.57%, Sivaganga came second, with 97.54%, followed by Thanjavur, at 97.41%

Krishna-Godavari basin dispute: Reliance and others seek mediation, SC refuses to halt hearing

Reliance Industries Limited and two foreign partners told the Supreme Court they will ask the Indian government to resolve the Krishna-Godavari (

Iqra Hasan's dont touch me video goes viral after brief detention following clash with DIG over Shamli youth death case

Samajwadi Party MP Iqra Hasan was briefly detained and filmed repeatedly saying don't touch me while being escorted by police in Saharanpur. The

No place for personal enmity in politics, says G. Sudhakaran on swearing in former Kerala CM Pinarayi as MLA

Sudhakaran, who has been sworn in as Pro Tem Speaker of Kerala Assembly, says he sees no difference between Pinarayi Vijayan and any other MLA to

Bangladesh Triumphs Over Pakistan by 78 Runs, Clinches Series 2-0

Silhat, May 20: The Bangladesh cricket team has emerged victorious against Pakistan, winning the second Test match by 78 runs. This victory secur

Nellore emerging as industrial hub with 10,000 crore investment: Chandrababu Naidu

Naidu announces roads connecting 25 fishing villages at a cost of 6.27 crore, desilting of North Buckingham Canal with 6.19 crore; seven industri

Southern California Wildfire Sparks Evacuations for Over 17,000 Residents

The wind-driven Sandy Fire was reported Monday in the hills above Simi Valley, about 30 miles (48 kilometers) northwest of Los Angeles.

Indian Astronaut Shubhashu Shukla Shares Unique Space Experience from ISS

New Delhi, May 20: Group Captain Shubhashu Shukla, the first Indian astronaut to travel to the International Space Station (ISS), continues to sh

Greater Chennai Corporation to Implement Biometric Attendance System for 36,381 Employees

Chennai, May 20: The Greater Chennai Corporation (GCC) in Tamil Nadu is set to launch a comprehensive biometric attendance system for its employe

Pentagon says it has reduced brigades in Europe from four to three

The reduction in brigade combat teams is the culmination of weeks of anticipation about U.S. force reduction in Europe, and Washington's insisten

Punjab: New batch of teachers leaves for Finland for advanced training; CM Bhagwant Mann flags off team

Seventy-two government school teachers from Punjab are in Finland for advanced training. This initiative seeks to bring international best practi

DG ICAR Jat felicitates progressive millet farmer K Chikkana at ICAR-IIMR

Chikkana significantly increased his yield and income by adopting improved varieties and scientific practices, transforming his farm into a profi

Prashanth Neel, NTRs Dragon first glimpse reveals a blood-soaked saga

The ambitious action film starring Rukmini Vasanth as female lead is a period drama set in the backdrop of international opium trade

Allegations of Sexual Abuse Against Minor in Mumbais Agripada: 40-Year-Old Suspect on the Run

Mumbai, May 20: A 40-year-old man has been accused of sexually abusing a 13-year-old boy in the Agripada area of Mumbai. Authorities reported on

One-day nationwide chemists' strike begins on mixed note

AIOCD General Secretary Rajiv Singhal reiterated that AIOCD is protesting the GSR 817 and GSR 220 notifications, as these are effectively regular

Meta Announces Layoffs of 8,000 Employees Amid AI Restructuring

New Delhi, May 20: Meta Platforms has announced the layoff of approximately 8,000 employees, effective Wednesday. This decision is part of a rest

NEET Paper Leak Accused M Sir Bought 8-Acre Plot To Open School, College

After the arrest of Shivraj Raghunath Motegaonkar, the founder of Renukai Chemistry Classes (RCC), over his alleged involvement in the NEET UG pa

Karnataka Congress Awaits Clarity on CM Post, Cabinet Expansion

Speculation over a possible leadership change intensified after Chief Minister Siddaramaiah completed two-and-a-half years in office

Uttar Pradesh weather today: IMD issues severe heatwave alert for 11 districts as Banda bakes at 48C; check Lucknow, Noida, Ghaziabad forecast

UP Banda heatwave: Uttar Pradesh is enduring a severe heatwave, with Banda recording India's highest temperature at 48.2C for three consecutive d

Bihars Crime Control Measures: A Response to Opposition Criticism

Patna, May 20: The Bihar governments decision to set up support camps in every panchayat has been welcomed by JDU spokesperson Rajiv Ranjan Prasa

Dont want to work anymore: Techie quits 25 LPA corporate job due to burnout; what he wants to do next goes viral

A 29-year-old software engineer has gone viral after revealing that he quit his 25 lakh per annum job because he no longer wanted to keep running

Here's A Look At India's Measures To Stem Hit From Oil Shock

Diesel and petrol prices were increased by over 3 per cent last week, a modest hike compared to the surge in crude. The move reflects the governm

3 Dietary Changes That Can Reduce Your Diabetes Risk By 31%, According To A New Study

A new large-scale study suggests that 3 dietary changes could reduce your risk of developing diabetes. Here is how you can implement these change

Ebola, hantavirus show world's risk preparedness lagging: Pandemic expert

Global health crisis response has improved since Covid-19. However, a leading expert warns that awareness of pandemic risks remains low. Recent h

One Dead, Four Injured in Southwest Sydney Shooting Incident

Sydney, May 20: A shooting incident in southwest Sydney has resulted in one death and left four men in serious condition in the hospital. Police

Kolkata man in Germany says India handled passport renewal faster than Berlin permit

An Indian national living in Germany shared his passport renewal experience. He found India's administrative process impressive despite its scale

CPI(M) raises concern over poor maintenance of toilets at CMCH

Payments firm Primer raises $100M in Series C to build AI infra for global payments

The company said the fresh capital will be used to accelerate development of its AI-powered payments products and expand aggressively in the US m

Watch: Passenger Praises Indian Railways As Cleaning Staff Arrives Within 2 Minutes After Complaint

Cleaning staff arrive within two minutes of complaint on Delhi-Amritsar train, showcasing Indian Railways' improved service.

'Impact on India less due to good management, foresight': Harsh Vardhan Shringla on global energy challenges due to West Asia crisis

India's energy crisis impact remains limited. Rajya Sabha MP Harsh Vardhan Shringla credits the government's effective planning and timely interv

Can Brazil become a major rare earths supplier?

Brazil sits atop a potential bonanza of rare earths that has sparked global interest, led by Washington, as demand surges for the increasingly vi

No place for personal enmity in politics: G Sudhakaran on swearing-in Vijayan as MLA

Pro tem Speaker G Sudhakaran will administer the oath to MLAs including former Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan. Sudhakaran emphasized no personal

Unlocking Flexibility: The Benefits of Practicing Malasana Daily

New Delhi, May 20: The Indian tradition of yoga includes several vital postures aimed at enhancing bodily growth and balancing energy flow. Among

Indian Astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla Shares Unique Space Experience

New Delhi, May 20: Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla, the first Indian to travel to the International Space Station (ISS), continues to share his e

IPL 2026: RR captain Riyan Parag urges IPL commentators to talk about cricket

Rajasthan Royals skipper Riyan Parag has requested TV commentators to focus on cricket. He urged them to respect players and avoid personal attac

Bowlers beware, Sooryavanshi's best yet to come, Justin Langer says

Lucknow Super Giants coach Justin Langer is impressed by 15-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi. The Rajasthan Royals opener is the league's highest sc

G. Sudhakaran Appointed Protem Speaker of Kerala Assembly

Thiruvananthapuram, May 20: Veteran legislator and former CPM leader G. Sudhakaran has been appointed as the Protem Speaker of the Kerala Assembl

Repoll in Falta: Election Commission of India doubles security arrangements in West Bengal for peaceful voting

Ahead of the repoll in Falta, Election Commission of India has significantly strengthened security measures across sensitive polling areas in Wes

India Bakes At 47.6 Degrees: Heatwave Explained, From Urban Heat To El Nino

Health advisories issued by the government and doctors include the need for hydration, limiting outdoor exposure during peak hours, and watching