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Cannes 2026: Pedro Almodovar criticises Trump, wears 'Free Palestine' pin

Cannes Film Festival has been a regular platform for the director whose new film Bitter Christmas earned a 6.5-minute standing ovation.

Rupee rises 18 paise to 96.18 against U.S. dollar in early trade

Rupee opened at 96.30 against the U.S. dollar, then touched 96.18 in early trade, up 18 paise from its previous close

VCK, IUML join Vijays Cabinet in Tamil Nadu

With VCKs Vanni Arasu and IUMLs Shahjahan on board, Vijays Cabinet in Tamil Nadu now has 35 Ministers

Election Commission of India announces Rajya Sabha polls for 24 seats on June 18

ECI said the elections for the Rajya Sabha seats will be held in 10 States where the incumbents are retiring on different dates beginning June 21

CENTCOM showcases war readiness as US-Iran talks intensify

Amid intense indirect discussion over a ceasefire framework between Washington and Tehran, US Central Command (CENTCOM) said that the strike grou

He's hitting the ball in nets as well as I've ever seen him: CSK bowling coach on MS Dhoni's batting form

Chennai Super Kings (CSK) bowling coach Eric Simons said that while the legendary MS Dhoni has not played in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026

Founder's Parents Lose Sleep as 'Cockroach' Sets Social Media on Fire

Bhagwan added that Abhijeet decided to study journalism abroad because his sister was already there. The father said he wanted his son to take up

Meta settles social media addiction case brought by rural Kentucky school district

Meta has settled the first of many lawsuits brought by school districts across the country that sued social media companies seeking compensation

Discovering Airglow: Earths Enigmatic Glow Explained

New Delhi, May 22: The Earths atmosphere is home to a stunning and mysterious glow known as Airglow. Recently, a captivating image taken from the

Quote of the Day by Kevin O'Leary: Im not trying to make friends, Im trying to Canadian business tycoons timeless wisdom on money and wealth

Kevin O'Leary, a prominent businessman and Shark Tank personality, built his success on a pragmatic approach to entrepreneurship. His philosophy,

SSC CGL 2026 notification out: Check vacancy details, PDF download, application fee, last date, and how to apply for over 12,000 jobs in ministries, departments, and govt offices

SSC CGL Notification 2026 pdf: The Staff Selection Commission has opened registrations for the SSC CGL Examination 2026, aiming to fill approxima

Ebola Outbreak Alert Leads To India-Africa Summit Delay

New Delhi, May 21 (IANS) The Fourth IndiaAfrica Forum Summit (IAFS IV), initially scheduled to take place in New Delhi from May 2831, has been po

Delhi Government Imposes Strict Ban on Sacrifices in Public Spaces for Bakrid

New Delhi, May 22: The Delhi government has announced stringent guidelines for Bakrid. Minister Kapil Mishra shared these directives via a video

Vida Announces the Listing of its Tokenized Equity (VIDAx) on Paywards xStocks

Farming community praises PM Modi after receiving FAOs highest honour

Since 2014, substantial progress has been made in increasing farmers` income and boosting the production of high-quality agricultural produce

CM Vijays Cabinet in T.N. takes final shape with total strength of 35

Tamil Nadu Governor Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar administered the oath of office and secrecy to the new Ministers at Lok Bhavan in Chennai

Shashi Tharoor's Advice To Opposition Amid 'Cockroach Janata Party' Rage

This is an opportunity that the Opposition must seize, the Congress MP wrote.

Govt. school students from Guntur enjoy exposure trip to Delhi

Who Runs Iran Today? No, It's Not Just Mojtaba Khamenei

Experts point out that their shared backgrounds, careers and ideological outlook are the reasons why neither the war nor the collapse of the gove

Crypto Worth Millions Has Become Permanently Inaccessible. Here's Why

Unlike bank accounts, mutual funds, or fixed deposits, crypto does not come with a relationship manager, a branch office, or a standard recovery

Shubman Gill Expresses Joy Over Teams Timely Rhythm Recovery

Ahmedabad, May 22: Shubman Gill, captain of the Gujarat Titans (GT), expressed his happiness at seeing his team regain their rhythm at the right

Samsung workers to begin vote on pay deal

SAMSUNG-ELEC-Samsung workers to begin vote on pay deal

Esports World Cup 2026 Moved From Riyadh to Paris

The 2026 edition of the Esports World Cup -- to be held from July 6 to August 23 -- will see players compete in 24 titles for a prize pool exceed

Ensure Smooth Conduct of UPSC Prelims Exam in Hyderabad: Narayan Reddy

As many as 44,209 candidates would be appearing for the exam in 100 centres in Hyderabad: Official

Who is Raseshwari Devi, spiritual leader behind upcoming 1,500-seat meditation and wellness centre on World Meditation Day 2026?

Raseshwari Devi ji: Spiritual leader Raseshwari Devi announced a new Yoga and meditation hall in Odisha and a week-long camp in Haridwar for Worl

Major Breakthrough for Delhi Police: Two Brothers Arrested for Vehicle Theft and Burglary

New Delhi, May 22: The Delhi Polices South District has achieved a significant success in tackling vehicle theft and burglary cases. Alert person

Spotify strikes deal with Universal Music to let premium users create AI covers, remixes

What were building is grounded in consent, credit and compensation for the artists and songwriters that take part, said Spotify Co-CEO Alex Norst

The Cockroach Janata Party, and Why Revolution Will Not Be a Google Form

Cockroach Janta Party is not a movement. It is not even a party. Not yet. But it is also not nothing.

Trump postpones AI order signing, 'didn't like' some aspects

Because I didn't like certain aspects of it I postponed it, Trump told reporters in the Oval Office

Man Pays Poignant Tribute To Gaming Friend Of 15 Years Who Passed Away: 'Lost My Duo'

Gamer recalls 15 years of memories with online friend in heartfelt Reddit post.

Two MLAs From IUML, VCK Take Oath In Vijay's Cabinet In Tamil Nadu

Vijay TVK Government Formation: Two MLAs from IUML, VCK Take Oath In Vijay's Cabinet In Tamil Nadu

Govt plans childhood cancer registry as India battles 75,000 new cases a year

MIT Scientists Suggest Everyday Foods To Help Your Gut Repair Itself

A new MIT study confirms that a simple amino acid is behind strengthening the gut. Here is which everyday foods that have this amino acid and why

At least 2 dead, several injured after bus tanker crash on Agra Lucknow Expressway

Two people were killed and nearly 20 others injured after a double-decker sleeper bus collided with a tanker and caught fire on the Agra-Lucknow

Indian Stock Market Opens Strong Amid Global Positivity, Auto Stocks Lead Gains

Mumbai, May 22: The Indian stock market opened on a positive note on Friday, buoyed by strong global signals. At 9:17 AM, the Sensex rose by 161

Had a fruitful meeting with council of ministers, says PM Modi

PM Modi said the discussions centred around policy reforms and governance initiatives that could improve public service delivery and strengthen e

These 4 Easy And Cheap Tricks Can Keep Your Roof Cool All Summer

As the intense Nautapa summer heat approaches, this article highlights four affordable, natural methods to lower rooftop temperatures and keep ho

Quote of the Day by Jon Bon Jovi: Falling in love is painful on the knees - a relationship lesson from the Bed of Roses singer for people who dare to care

Quote of the Day by Jon Bon Jovi offers a sharp observation on love. His quote 'Falling in love is painful on the knees' reveals the vulnerabilit

Assam Government Commits to Protect Biodiversity and End Poaching

Guwahati, May 22: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma reaffirmed the state governments commitment to biodiversity conservation, forest prote

CSK skipper Ruturaj Gaikwad fined for slow over-rate

Chennai Super Kings captain Ruturaj Gaikwad has been fined INR 24 lakhs for a slow over-rate during their IPL match against Gujarat Titans. This

Inside NTA's Presentation To Parliament Panel On NEET-UG Cancellation

NEET UG 2026 Paper Leak: NTA tells a Parliamentary Standing Committee that the alleged NEET paper leak did not originate through the internal sys

Severe Heat Wave Hits NCR, Temperatures Expected to Exceed 45 Degrees for Five Days

Noida, May 22: A severe heat wave is gripping the National Capital Region (NCR), affecting Noida, Ghaziabad, Gurugram, and Delhi. Residents are s

Air France flight to U.S. diverted to Montreal due to Ebola travel restrictions

The spokesman said in an email officials took decisive action and prohibited the flight carrying that traveller from landing at Detroit Metropoli

'Do epic s**t': Why billionaire Ankur Warikoo still wakes up at 4:30 am even after closing his Rs 100 crore business

Ankur Warikoo, a popular finfluencer, has shared his disciplined morning routine. This comes after he announced the closure of his Rs 100 crore c

SpaceX's road to landmark IPO filing

Led by billionaire CEO Elon Musk, the worlds most valuable private company is aiming to raise $75 billion at a valuation nearing $2 trillion

JEE Advanced 2026 Answer Key When? Question Paper Out On Official Website

JEE Advanced 2026: The questions were designed to test the comprehension, reasoning and analytical ability of candidates.

Republicans Call Off Vote on Iran War Resolution That Was on the Verge of Passing

We had the votes without question and they knew it, and as a result theyre playing a political game, said Democratic Rep. Gregory Meeks, who spon

UK releases documents on Andrew Mountbatten-Windsors 2001 appointment

The documents were released after an opposition party used a parliamentary device to request files regarding Andrew s appointment as a government

West Aisa conflict: US submits new ceasefire proposal to Iran through Pakistan

As the negotiations continue, Pakistan Army Chief Asim Munir has planned a visit to Iran

Amit Shah Salutes BSFs All-Women Team for Singing Vande Mataram on Everest

New Delhi, May 22: Union Home Minister Amit Shah has praised the all-women team of the Border Security Force (BSF) for their remarkable achieveme

Political banter finds its way into legal arguments in SC

Stock Market LIVE Updates, Sensex Today: Sensex Jumps 140 Points, Oil Still Above $104 A Barrel

Stock Market, Sensex, Share Market, Nifty LIVE Updates:

Texas Sues WhatsApp, Meta Over Data Access, Encryption Claims

The lawsuit says WhatsApp and Meta falsely assure users that WhatsApp messages are encrypted despite having access to virtually all private commu

UN Flags 'Grave Concern' Over Taliban Law Allowing Child Marriage

Women and girls face widespread discrimination in Afghanistan, with laws dictating how they must dress and behave. They are banned from secondary

mid-day Opinion: This Melodi is very, very spicy

Learn from the pros! The Melody moment between the PM and Italian PM Giorgia Meloni teaches us valuable lessons in social media marketing and vir

Hands Full: Air India CEO Warns Successor Over Iran War, Pak Airspace Ban

Air India, which has reported heavy losses, has also faced a series of safety lapses.

Canadian billionaire Kevin O'Leary calls Gen Z 'idiots' for wasting money on coffee and sandwiches

Canadian billionaire Kevin O'Leary urges young people to stop spending on daily coffee and sandwiches. He advises investing this money to build w

Up to five years jail proposed for trafficking banned substances to athletes

Proposed amendments have been uploaded on the Sports Ministrys website for feedback from the public with the deadline for submission being June 1

SSC CGL 2026 Notification Out For 12,256 Vacancies, Apply Online Till June 22

SSC CGL 2026 Notification: Candidates will be recruited for posts in central government departments and offices. Around 12,256 vacancies have bee

mid-day Opinion: Garib Nagar clean-up after demolition must be quick

This is a tinderbox situation, and one spark can set off a blaze.

MS Dhoni Mania Costs CSK: No Injury Replacement Despite 'Limited Squad'

MS Dhoni did not play any game this season due to fitness issues, yet CSK chose not to name an injury replacement, impacting squad options.

We Can Do Without A Lot Of Drama: EU On Climate Talks At UN In Turkey

European countries were deeply frustrated by last year's COP30 climate conference in Brazil, which produced a watered-down final text that lacked

Israel fears surprise Iranian attack amid ceasefire talks: Reports

Iran could be planning a surprise missile and drone attack targeting Gulf countries and Israel amid ongoing ceasefire negotiations between Washin

India-US trade deal likely to be finalised in coming months, says Sergio Gor

Gor said the proposed agreement was aimed at boosting trade opportunities, improving market access and strengthening economic cooperation between

Kerala Prepares for International Yoga Day 2026 with Focus on Womens Health

Thiruvananthapuram, May 22: As part of the 32-day preparations for International Yoga Day (IDY) 2026, the Ministry of AYUSH, in collaboration wit

New Bill Introduced in the U.S. to Impose Strict Sanctions on Chinese Companies Linked to Military

Washington, May 22: Two senior Republican lawmakers in the United States have introduced a bill aimed at accelerating sanctions against Chinese e

Goyal on rupee fall: several steps under consideration, urges citizens to cut import spending

Nike Pegasus 42: Builds on its legacy

The Pegasus 42 is a dependable old friend. It just isnt quite the training partner it used to be

Ronaldo Leads Al Nassr to Saudi Pro League Championship Victory

New Delhi, May 22: Cristiano Ronaldo propelled Al Nassr to victory in the 2025-26 Saudi Pro League, clinching the title on Thursday. The Portugue

Hindustan Zincs Biodiversity Drive Benefits 4.1 Lakh Animals

Udaipur, May 22, 2026 (Daily Kiran): Hindustan Zinc Limited has shared details of its environmental and animal welfare initiatives on the occasio

Oil India will change the narrative of its production in the next 18 months with ramped up infra, says Ranjit Rath

As for exploration, the Oil India chief mentioned they intend to drill 100 wells in the current financial year.

Trump Announces Deployment of 5,000 Additional U.S. Troops to Poland

Washington, May 22: President Donald Trump has announced that his administration will send an additional 5,000 U.S. troops to Poland. In a statem

Hindustan Zincs Biodiversity Initiatives Touch Lives of Over 4.1 Lakh Animals

Company-led rejuvenation of Baghdarra Crocodile Conservation Reserve to strengthen habitat restoration and wildlife conservation IUCN-backed Biod

Modi pitches ease of living roadmap at Council of Ministers meet

Prime Minister Narendra Modi met with his council of ministers to discuss improving ease of living and doing business. The meeting focused on acc

Watch: Woman Swept Away By Raging Flood Waters While Stepping Off Bus In New York City

The 15-second footage shows a woman in a pink top being swept away by the raging floodwaters as she steps off a bus.

Major Police Operation in Faridabad: Wanted Criminal Sandeep Arrested in Encounter

Faridabad, May 22: The Faridabad police have achieved a significant success in their ongoing crackdown on criminals. The crime branch team from U

Fencing work begins along India-Bangladesh border in Bengal after BSF gets 27-km land parcel

Fencing work has begun along the Indo-Bangladesh border in Phansidewa area of Siliguri subdivision after the West Bengal government handed over 2

Amid Middle East War, PM Modi Tells Ministers To Explore Alternative Energy Sources

The PM also called upon his ministers to implement reforms with vigour, underlining that Viksit Bharat 2047 was not merely a promise but a commit

North Carolina sues Vietnam's VinFast over delayed EV project

North Carolina has sued Vietnamese EV maker VinFast for failing to meet its commitments to build a factory. The company has abandoned the site fo

Trump Labels Cuba a Failed State, Raises National Security Concerns

Washington, May 22: President Donald Trump and Secretary of State Marco Rubio have intensified pressure on Cuba, labeling it a failed state and a

Bitcoin Pizza Day: The $41 Meal That Built A Trillion-Dollar Asset

For years, Bitcoin existed largely among programmers and internet enthusiasts. But nobody knew whether it could actually function as money.

Iran-Israel war LIVE: U.S. pins hopes on mediator Pakistan in push to end Iran war

NATO allies to sound out U.S. top diplomat after Trump's Iran ire

India-Africa Forum Summit postponed amid Ebola outbreak concerns

Even as no Ebola case has been detected in India, the Centre has intensified screening protocols for passengers arriving from high-risk African n

Murder, Parole, Then Bollywood Career: Gujarat Actor Arrested After 12 Years

According to police, Hemant Vaishnav was convicted in connection with a murder case linked to a 2005 clash in Ahmedabad's Naroda area.

PM Modi Highlights Key Discussions on Reforms for a Developed India After Cabinet Meeting

New Delhi, May 22: Prime Minister Narendra Modi provided insights into the Cabinet meeting held the previous day. He emphasized that the discussi

Delhi, Noida, Ghaziabad temperature update: IMD issues orange alert for capital and NCR region, mercury to touch 44 degrees

Delhi temperature today: Delhi is bracing for a scorching week as temperatures are predicted to hit 44C, with an orange alert issued. Heatwave co

Army Chief meets Indian High Commissioner-designate to Bangladesh; discusses defence ties, border security

Dinesh Trivedi, High Commissioner-Designate of India to Bangladesh, called on Chief of Army Staff (COAS) General Upendra Dwivedi and held discuss

Gujarat Titans Achieve Record Victory in IPL History

Ahmedabad, May 22: In a stunning display, the Gujarat Titans (GT) triumphed over the Chennai Super Kings (CSK) by 89 runs in the 66th match of IP

Experts clarify the link between screen time and autism

As conversations around autism and screen exposure grow online, doctors caution against oversimplified claims that screen time directly causes au

Severe Heat Wave Triggers Orange Alert in Delhi-NCR as Temperatures Soar Above 45C

New Delhi, May 22: Residents of Delhi-NCR are grappling with extreme heat and a heatwave warning issued by the India Meteorological Department (I