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Census 2027: Field visits for house-listing, household data collection begin in Jharkhand

The exercise will run till June 14, 2026, during which trained enumerators will undertake house-to-house visits

16 May 2026 1:23 pm
BRICS is evolving with new members; differences will take time to resolve: Brazil FM Mauro Vieira

UAE-Iran tensions over the war hold up consensus at BRICS FM meet; could spell trouble for BRICS Summit in September

16 May 2026 1:01 pm
Taiwan says is an independent nation, after Trumps warning

Taiwan depends heavily on U.S. security backing to deter China from carrying out its threat to annex the island by force

16 May 2026 12:56 pm
Maharashtra Govt mandates Marathi for revenue hearings and orders

The new SoP also makes it mandatory for all revenue officers to conduct hearings at least twice a week, preferably on Tuesdays and Fridays, while adjournments will be allowed only once

16 May 2026 12:55 pm
Bhalswa, Okhla landfills to be flattened this year; Ghazipur site to be cleared by 2027-end: Delhi Mayor

Mr. Wahi said the Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) is working continuously on biomining and remediation of the three legacy waste sites

16 May 2026 12:54 pm
CPI(M) extended support to TVK to prevent BJPs backdoor rule: P. Shanmugam

Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay has promised good governance. Our support will depend on the performance of the government, the CPI(M) State secretary said

16 May 2026 12:51 pm
After Trump trip, Putin to visit China on May 19

The Russian leader will discuss with his Chinese counterpart how to further strengthen the comprehensive partnership and strategic cooperation between Moscow and Beijing, Kremlin said

16 May 2026 12:51 pm
U.S Supreme Court preserves access to widely used abortion pill, while lawsuit plays out

The court is dealing with its latest abortion controversy four years after its conservative majority overturned Roe v Wade and allowed more than a dozen states to effectively ban abortion outright

16 May 2026 12:50 pm
Bengal Government orders re-verification of caste certificates issued since 2011

Allegations of corruption and irregularities in the issuance of caste certificates had repeatedly surfaced during the previous government's tenure

16 May 2026 12:41 pm
What has the IMD announced ahead of this years monsoon? | Explained

Why are the 15 States in the monsoon core zone the first to receive block-level forecasts?

16 May 2026 12:26 pm
PM Modi in Netherlands LIVE: Modi aims to deepen bilateral cooperation in trade, tech, defence and energy

The Prime Minister said he would hold talks with Dutch PM Jetten and call on King Willem-Alexander and Queen Maxima

16 May 2026 12:25 pm
Madras High Court appoints industrialist Vijayakumar Reddy as interim administrator of Chettinad Vidyashram school

Justice N. Senthilkumar passes the order following a few applications filed by industrialist M.A.M.R. Muthiah, his wife Geetha Muthiah, and five others

16 May 2026 12:23 pm
IPL 2026: Every game is a final, and I actually love it, says CSK coach Hussey

CSK now needs victories in both their remaining games while also relying on a few other results to go in their favour after their defeat to LSG on May 15

16 May 2026 12:21 pm
Forensic tests confirm rapper Vedan possessed original leopard tooth illegally

The pendant was sent to the Central Forensic Lab in Kolkata in order to confirm whether it is original leopard tooth. We have received the confirmation that it is genuine, officials said

16 May 2026 12:17 pm
Woman lawyer stabbing case: Supreme Court asks police to conclude probe quickly, ensure her protection

According to the allegations, the victim, a practising advocate at the Karkardooma district court, was stabbed with a sword by her husband

16 May 2026 12:11 pm
UK media regulator says X promises to crack down on terrorist and hate content

Elon Musks social media platform X is pledging to crack down on hate and terrorist content in Britain

16 May 2026 12:10 pm
Lorry runs over women labourers in Kakinada; four killed, two critical

The incident occurred when a group of six women were on their way to attend work under the VB-G RAM G, formerly known as MGNREGA

16 May 2026 12:06 pm
Firefighter killed; 11 injured in Maine lumber mill explosion, fire

State and local emergency responders helped as fire departments worked for hours to contain the flames

16 May 2026 11:57 am
Tech CEOs summoned to Congress for another hearing on social medias risks for children

Social media CEOs have been called to testify before Congress amid growing pressure to protect young users

16 May 2026 11:56 am
A haven for hidden gems: new YouTube channel launched to showcase independent Tamil films

Launched by Creative Entertainers and Distributors, led by film producer and distributor G. Dhananjheyan, the channel will stream a new film every Friday free of cost

16 May 2026 11:54 am
Art, grief and geopolitical tension | Why the 2026 Venice Biennale matters

The 61st edition of the famed art festival arrives in an age of grief and geopolitical fracture and its focus on marginalised voices and places makes it feel startlingly timely

16 May 2026 11:52 am
NIA chargesheets mastermind, four others in Cambodia-linked cyber slavery case

The syndicate was involved in luring Indian youth to Cambodia on the pretext of legitimate jobs and lucrative salaries, as part of an organised human trafficking racket

16 May 2026 11:51 am
Cannes 2026: John Travolta surprised with honorary Palme d'Or at the festival

Thierry Fremaux, the festival's artistic director, brought out the award for Travolta just before the screening of his Propeller One-Way Night Coach. A visibly moved Travolta clutched his chest while Frmaux presented the trophy.

16 May 2026 11:46 am
Free waste service for bulk waste generatorsraises questions

Here are some of the posers. Has this move by Greater Chennai Corporation sounded the death knell of in situ composting? Are bulk waste generators being divested of their responsibility? Will this decision put waste management infrastructure under greater strain?

16 May 2026 11:24 am
Supreme Court-monitored judicial probe needed over leakage of NEET examination papers: CWC member Gidugu Rudra Raju

Speaking to The Hindu, Gidugu Rudra Raju said the 22,05,035 students who appeared for examinations in 5,432 centres had become victims with cancellation of NEET examinations

16 May 2026 11:24 am
Meghalaya:Looking beyond the grape

How the states winemakers are making the shift from traditional home-brewing to commercial production, spurred on by market demand for its fruit wines and an enabling government policy

16 May 2026 11:22 am
Tata Trusts examining ex parte order, complaint filed by Venu Srinivasan

It is reiterated that the direction was issued ex parte, with no notice being given to the Sir Ratan Tata Trust and no hearing being afforded to it, before the direction was issued, the Tata Trusts said in the statement

16 May 2026 11:18 am
World Museum Day: Exploring Visakhapatnams museums beyond history

From decommissioned war machines and Buddhist relics to butterfly trails, Visakhapatnams museums are broadening the meaning of what a museum can hold

16 May 2026 11:17 am
Jaisal Singh of Sujan Sher Bagh: safari roots and a conservation heart

Jaisal Singh, who built one of Indias first luxury tented camps in Ranthambore, is now working to create special wildlife zones

16 May 2026 11:14 am
Arm Holdings to face U.S. antitrust probe over chip tech: Report

The FTC is investigating whether Arm is trying to illegally monopolise parts of the semiconductor market, the report said

16 May 2026 11:03 am
Trump says ISIS second-in-command Abu-Bilal al-Minuki eliminated

Nigeria had earlier come under scrutiny from Mr. Trump, who had said that Christians there were being persecuted, which the African nations government denies

16 May 2026 10:52 am
FIFA World Cup 2026: Broadcast deal finally agreed with China at just $60 million

FIFA's leverage in China was limited by the time difference of up to 15 hours from Beijing; a rights deal for India has not been confirmed

16 May 2026 10:51 am
Aequs, IIT-D open advanced R&D centre for materials science, manufacturing innovation in Dharwad

In addition to research, the facility also conducts hands-on training programmes for engineers, researchers, and students, strengthening capabilities in advanced analysis of metals and non-metals

16 May 2026 10:50 am
Mamata asks Trinamool Congress poll candidates to rebuild party; says dissenters free to leave

At a meeting with the Trinamool Congress' contesting candidates, she said the organisation would rise again despite suffering a crushing defeat in the recently concluded Assembly elections

16 May 2026 10:50 am
Pilitaxi brings artisanal fashion labels from across India to Chennai

Travelling pop-up Pilitaxi makes its Chennai debut at The Folly at Amethyst with 22 craft-led fashion and lifestyle brands from across India

16 May 2026 10:33 am
At Samsung, the global AI boom spurred a looming strike and deep divisions

Samsung Electronics, which has reaped huge profits from a global memory shortage, has offered to pay generous bonuses to staff

16 May 2026 10:26 am
World Whisky Day 2026: Experts pick their top Indian single malts

As Indian single malts surpass imported malts in sales and win top global awards, whisky experts mark World Whisky Day by picking the drams redefining the category from peated pours to sherry and wine-cask finishes

16 May 2026 10:24 am
Delhi logs below-normal minimum temperature; strong winds forecast for next few days

Safdarjung, the city's base weather station, recorded a minimum of 24.8 Celsius, 1.7 below normal. The minimum temperature was 26.2 Celsius a day before

16 May 2026 10:23 am
Kerala HC permits transgender person to approach any fertility clinic to freeze eggs

Kerala High Court permits transgender man to freeze eggs, enhancing reproductive rights and healthcare access.

16 May 2026 10:21 am
YouTube, Snap and TikTok settle school district's social media addiction claims

The companies have denied the allegations and say they take extensive steps to keep teens and young users safe on their platforms

16 May 2026 10:20 am
Visakhapatnam zoo summer camp to begin from May 19

IGZP to host five-day summer camp with wildlife learning, birdwatching and interactive activities for children

16 May 2026 10:01 am
Wordle heads to primetime as media seek puzzle reinvention

For Jonathan Knight, the Times' head of games, it is the logical extension of a property that has become a global phenomenon

16 May 2026 9:56 am
U.S. accuses Iraqi man of helping Iran-backed militia's plans for attacks in U.S., Europe

Prosecutors allege Al-Saadi directed and encouraged attacks on U.S. and Israeli targets, including efforts to kill Americans and Jewish civilians, as part of a broader campaign tied to Iranian-backed militant groups

16 May 2026 9:42 am
Ukrainian plane carrying explosives grounded in Trinidad and Tobago

The plane, coming from the Bahamas, landed on Thursday (May 14) at Piarco International Airport in Port of Spain to refuel and was then due to fly on to Libya via Cape Verde, raising police suspicions

16 May 2026 9:35 am
Bowling had an off day, nothing to be worried about playoffs: CSK's Gaikwad

The CSK skipper appeared unfazed by the setback to their playoff hopes, saying the task was still manageable

16 May 2026 9:10 am
Iran-Israel war LIVE: Israel, Lebanon say extending ceasefire despite new strikes

Hundreds of people have died in Lebanon due to Israeli strikes despite the truce announced on April 17

16 May 2026 8:59 am
How a social engineering attack challenged the Signal app

When messaging app accounts are hacked, who takes responsibility? Users or platforms?

16 May 2026 8:31 am