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Jr NTR Birthday Wishes Pour in from Tollywood Celebs

Coinciding with high-profile updates from his highly anticipated upcoming projects, the birthday is special.

20 May 2026 2:08 pm
Naidu Offers Prayers, Silken Raiment to Deity at Kuppam Temple

Accompanied by his wife, N Bhuvaneshwari, the chief minister offered silken raiment to the deity

20 May 2026 1:26 pm
Jr NTR Steps In for Fans After Security Team Stops Them

The film now officially stars Anil Kapoor in a pivotal role. It will be released in theatres on 11 June 2027.

20 May 2026 1:14 pm
Kerala Reports Another Death Due to Brain-Eating Amoeba

Kerala reported 19 cases of amoebic brain fever this month alone

20 May 2026 1:02 pm
World Streaming Day 2026: Best South Movies on JioHotstar

JioHotstar offers a perfect mix of emotion, entertainment, and experimentation, making it your ideal companion for May 20, 2026.

20 May 2026 12:56 pm
40,000 Medical Shops Shut Across Tamil Nadu During Nationwide Chemists Strike

The association has given a call for this one-day strike to oppose illegal e-pharmacy operations and predatory pricing by large corporate companies, etc

20 May 2026 12:39 pm
Trainee IAS Officers Meet Revanth Reddy

MCRHRD Vice Chairperson Shanti Kumari and Course Director Kandukuri Usha Rani were also present

20 May 2026 12:32 pm
Hyderabad Emerges as Hub for Aviation, Deep-Tech Growth: Sridhar Babu

The Hyderabad facility marks Southwest Airlines first-ever Global Innovation Centre outside the United States, highlighting the companys long-term commitment to Hyderabad and Telanganas growing prominence as a global innovation destination

20 May 2026 12:24 pm
In Pictures: Meloni Welcomes Modi to Rome

Italian Premier Giorgia Meloni hosted Prime Minister Narendra Modi for dinner and accompanied him on a visit to the iconic Colosseum ahead of their formal talks aimed at further boosting India-Italy ties

20 May 2026 12:23 pm
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The letter was issued and withdrawn due to a few differences but everything will be sorted today, he said.

20 May 2026 12:03 pm
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

20 May 2026 12:01 pm
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.

20 May 2026 11:52 am
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

20 May 2026 11:44 am
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 physiotherapy and medical treatment during recent weeks

20 May 2026 11:40 am
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.

20 May 2026 11:33 am
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

20 May 2026 11:25 am
AI Reshapes Cyber Security With Faster Threat Detection

Artificial intelligence is making cloud security much smarter and easier to manage

20 May 2026 11:11 am
Singer-Songwriter Aseem Trivedi Enters a More Personal Chapter with New Single Murshid

Releasing on Wednesday, May 20, 2026, Murshid marks a deeply personal chapter for Aseem, one rooted in honesty and vulnerability.

20 May 2026 11:10 am
Meta, LinkedIn Announce Fresh Job Cuts Amid AI Push

Meta is planning a major restructuring exercise that includes layoffs affecting nearly 10 per cent of its workforce, while shifting around 7,000 employees into AI-focused roles

20 May 2026 10:53 am
Suneil Narang Steps Down as Telangana Chamber President in Crisis Moment

Narang also cited health concerns as a factor behind his decision, stating that his condition was not supporting him in such a stressful environment.

20 May 2026 10:50 am
J&K: Excessive Heat Wave Impacts Flowering Season in Udhampurs Jakhani Park

Despite the challenging weather conditions, park management is working hard to minimise the impact by regularly watering the remaining flowers and plants to prevent further damage and preserve the beauty of the park.

20 May 2026 10:48 am
Temperatures May Soar Up To 42C Till May 25 In Hyderabad

The heat conditions are expected to come down on May 26 with the day temperatures are expected to hover around 39 degrees Celsius against 40 degrees Celsius and above: IMD

20 May 2026 10:35 am
Cannes Film Festival Wrestles With the Promise and Peril of AI

The day before the festival began, Cannes' artistic director Thierry Frmaux wryly responded to a question about AI, noting that he had also heard James Cameron had used special effects for Avatar.

20 May 2026 10:19 am
India-Italy Relations at Decisive Stage: Modi, Meloni

Modi is currently in Italy as part of the final leg of his five-nation tour

20 May 2026 10:18 am
Q-Line Biotech Announces Rs 214.48 Crore SME IPO

The net proceeds from the IPO will be used to meet working capital requirements of Rs 110 crore, repay certain borrowings worth Rs 90 crore, and for general corporate purposes

20 May 2026 10:10 am
NTR as God of War on Cards? Producer Drops Major Hint

The post immediately sparked discussion among fans, with many interpreting it as an indirect confirmation that God of War is finally moving ahead.

20 May 2026 9:49 am
Rana Daggubati to Turn Antagonist for Mirai 2?

They have erected a massive arena set on the outskirts of Hyderabad for filming grand sequences.

20 May 2026 9:44 am
Minority Communities are Being Targeted: Mamata

TMC general secretary Abhishek Banerjee also asserted that the party would continue its political battle against the BJP despite the electoral setback

20 May 2026 9:43 am
UoH Student Ends Life amid Allegations of Assault by ABVP Activists

Mayukh Kundu, a first-year financial economics student from West Bengal, was found dead in the lake in the campus

20 May 2026 9:41 am
Taiwan Candidates Anti-India Billboard Sparks Row

The campaign quickly drew backlash from Indian-origin residents in Taiwan and social media users

20 May 2026 9:26 am
NTR: From Child Actor to Pan-India Superstar

From a child actor to a global star, his rise has been remarkable, says a producer. .

20 May 2026 9:22 am
Hyderabad Water Board GM Remanded To 14 Days Judicial Custody

The ACB arrested him after registering a disproportionate assets (DA) case against Kumar, who is posted in Project Division-VIII at HMWS & SB in Red Hills as he has acquired assets disproportionate to his known sources of income by indulging in corrupt practices and dubious means during his service

20 May 2026 9:10 am
Xi Greets Putin at Great Hall of the People in Beijing

Putin and Xi walked down a red carpet rolled out to greet the Russian leader, and stood as a military band played their two national anthems

20 May 2026 9:00 am
Indian Society Is Notorious for Abandoning Daughters...:Kangana Ranaut on Recent Dowry Deaths

She claimed that Twisha was adamant about terminating the pregnancy.

20 May 2026 8:53 am
Woman Abducted In Attapur; CCTV Footage Under Scanner

The police are examining CCTV footage and investigating all possible angles to determine whether it was a kidnapping or linked to another dispute

20 May 2026 8:36 am
Will End War Very Quickly as Iran Wants to Make Deal So Badly: Trump

Trump also claimed that oil prices would decline sharply in the coming period. He said global crude prices were expected to fall due to abundant supply

20 May 2026 8:11 am
More Than 17,000 Under Evacuation Orders as Southern California Wildfire Threatens Homes

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

20 May 2026 8:09 am
I Know I Can Hit Three Boundaries or Sixes Anytime: Vaibhav Sooryavanshi

Sooryavanshi also said his focus was on pacing his innings rather than rushing, observing the pitch, and aiming to bat for longer to support his partner at the other end.

20 May 2026 7:44 am
Darshan's Wife, Son Visit Him at Parappana Agrahara Central Prison

Darshan spent about 30 minutes speaking with his wife and son during a meeting held under CCTV surveillance

20 May 2026 7:42 am
Tool or Threat? Cannes Film Festival Grapples With the Rise of AI

The choice brought scorn from most critics in Cannes, but Soderbergh, a highly skilled innovator who has shot movies on iPhones, believes its time for such experimentation.

20 May 2026 7:26 am
Welcome to Rome, My Friend: Giorgia Meloni Receives Modi in Italy

Before reaching Rome, PM Modi was greeted enthusiastically by members of the Indian community living in Italy

20 May 2026 6:57 am
Son of Mango Fashion Chain Founder Posts Bail After Arrest in Spain

Andic was hiking with his son, Jonathan, in the mountains near Barcelona when he fell about 150 meters down a cliff and died

20 May 2026 6:44 am
US Senate Passes Resolution to Limit Trump's War Powers in Iran

The development follows the ongoing negotiations related to peace deal between US and Iran

20 May 2026 6:27 am
ACB Raids HMWS&SB General Manager, Unearths Disproportionate Assets Worth Over 5.8 Crore

The QR code of the ACB is displayed in all government offices and prominent public places which people could use to contact the bureau, the ACB said.

20 May 2026 1:58 am
Khammam CI Attached To DGP Office After Complaint

The woman had approached Khammam women police station in February 2026 to lodge a case against her husband over family disputes.

20 May 2026 1:48 am
AP CM Visits Fisherman's Home for Lunch

The CM also took a keen interest in learning about the different varieties of locally available fish and the traditional coastal lifestyle of the community.

20 May 2026 1:45 am
Modi Talks Trade With Nordic Pms

Leaders also exchange views on global issues.

20 May 2026 1:40 am
Spurious Liquor Case: SIT Names 25 In Its Final Chargesheet

Spurious Liquor Case: SIT Names 25 In Its Final Chargesheet

20 May 2026 1:28 am
Udupi: Police Invoke PIT NDPS Act Against Alleged Drug Peddler

Police said the three drug trafficking cases are presently under trial before the court, while the accused has already been convicted in two drug consumption cases. The order has been issued to lodge at Vijayapura Central Prison.

20 May 2026 1:23 am