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National Testing Agency announces NEET-UG re-exam on June 21

On May 12, the NTA had announced the cancellation of NEET-UG and said the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) would carry out a comprehensive inquiry into the alleged irregularities linked to the exam

15 May 2026 10:18 am
U.K. Health Secretary resigns, setting up potential Labour leadership challenge to Starmer

Kier Starmer is under growing pressure to step down after disastrous results for his Labour Party last week in local and regional elections.

15 May 2026 10:15 am
UDF leadership meeting to lay out the contours of the next Kerala cabinetgets underway

The UDF is seeking to turn the page on the uncertainty that gripped the alliance following the Congresss ten-day delay in choosing its Chief Ministerial candidate by fast-tracking the government formation process.

15 May 2026 10:15 am
China urges lasting West Asia truce, reopening of shipping lanes

U.S. President Donald Trump has discussed Iran during a summit in Beijing with Chinese leader Xi Jinping

15 May 2026 10:08 am
Kerala politics LIVE: Ramesh Chennithala belatedly backs CM-designate V.D. Satheesan

Senior Congress leader Chennithala said that the CM has the prerogative to decide the composition of the Cabinet

15 May 2026 9:59 am
OpenAI explores legal options against Apple, source says

OpenAI wanted to resolve its issues with Apple without resorting to legal action, but its lawyers are actively working with an outside legal firm on a range of options, the source said

15 May 2026 9:59 am
Farmers body, Opposition seek immediate rollback of sugar export ban

Opposition protests over the plummeting of onion cost, NCP SP leader writes to CM

15 May 2026 9:56 am
Goa Congress leader Ketan Bhatikar dies of snakebite

The Goa Pradesh Congress Committee paid tribute to its party leader and extended condolences to the bereaved family, as well as his friends and supporters

15 May 2026 9:56 am
U.S. judge considers Anthropic's $1.5 billion settlement of authors' lawsuit

Authors and other copyright holders filed claims covering over 92% of the more than 480,000 works included in the settlement, an attorney for the authors said during the hearing

15 May 2026 9:53 am
Fixing gadgets in vehicles of no use without monitoring mechanism: Karnataka State Travel Operators Association

Without proper monitoring centres, many of the electronic safety gadgets risk becoming only compliance formalities, according to Karnataka State Travel Operators Association President Radhakrishna Holla

15 May 2026 9:52 am
A detente emerges in Congress as Ramesh Chennithala belatedly backs Chief Minister-designate V.D. Satheesan

Mr Chennithala also appeared to dispel reports that he would eschew joining Mr Satheesans cabinet. When asked whether he would join the government as a Minister, Mr Chennithala said, Forming the cabinet is the Chief Ministers prerogative

15 May 2026 9:40 am
Unorganised labourers, trade unions in Rajasthan seek minimum wage revision

Activists said the current wage rates were inadequate for meeting the basic necessities of food, healthcare, education, rent and transportation. Since the workers are unable to cover minimum expenses for their families

15 May 2026 9:22 am
Congress leader and former Jharkhand Minister, Alamgir Alam, walks out of jail

On May 15, 2024, the Enforcement Directorate arrested Mr.Alamin in the money laundering case and seized money worth 32.20 crore from the premises linked to his associates

15 May 2026 9:15 am
Sci-fi or battlefield reality? Ukraine's bet on swarm drones

Ukrainian military and defence industry figures told AFP Kyiv had made progress in getting the much-hyped technology off the ground

15 May 2026 9:12 am
Pope decries the rise of AI-directed warfare, saying it leads to a spiral of annihilation

Pope Leo XIV has denounced investments in AI and high-tech weaponry, warning they lead to a spiral of annihilation.

15 May 2026 9:00 am
MAHE and Griffith University expand India-Australia academic partnership with dual Ph.D programme

This initiative aims at addressing the growing need for globally connected and interdisciplinary doctoral training

15 May 2026 8:57 am
The cool crew in Chennai

During summer, across Chennai, resident welfare associations in several neighbourhoods are stepping up summer relief efforts for conservancy workers, delivery personnel and other essential staff through drinking water kiosks and buttermilk distribution

15 May 2026 8:38 am
PM Modi UAE visit LIVE: PM Modi to embark on 5-nation trip

India and the UAE are expected to firm up two significant agreements to boost cooperation in areas of LPG and strategic petroleum reserves

15 May 2026 8:25 am
Agree 100% with Xi Jinping that U.S. was on decline, but under Joe Biden: Donald Trump

U.S. President said the U.S. suffered immeasurably with open borders, high taxes, transgender for everybody, men in women's sports, Diversity-Equity-Inclusion (DEI), horrible trade deals, rampant crime, and so much more!

15 May 2026 8:23 am
Rich harvest caught in procurement tangle

As Telanganas rabi season enters a crucial phase, farmers are grappling with delayed crop procurement, shortage of transport vehicles and inadequate storage facilities. With untimely rains threatening farm produce lying under the open sky, many cultivators fear mounting losses and fresh debt despite a record harvest. Travelling through farming villages and purchase centres,P. Sridhar, K. Shiva Shanker, P. Laxma Reddy and B. Chandrashekharcapture the growing distress unfolding across the countrys

15 May 2026 7:22 am
Petrol, diesel prices hiked by 3 per litre each

Petrol in Delhi will now cost 97.77 a litre, while diesel will be priced at 99.67

15 May 2026 6:54 am
Bengalurus football-cricket crossover

Is football carving out a niche under the giant shadow of cricket in Bengaluru, and what in-stadia experience is attracting the enthusiasts? N. Sudarshan examines the sporting scene of the city seeking answers

15 May 2026 6:06 am
Delhi court orders OpIndia to remove articles on Swati Chaturvedi

The court held that the continued circulation of the pieces could cause serious and irreparable injury to her professional reputation while the defamation suit remains pending.

15 May 2026 4:15 am
AAP, Congress raises concern over SIR in Punjab ahead of 2027 Assembly polls

Haryana Chief Electoral Officer A. Sreenivas said under the third phase of the SIR campaign, July 1, 2026, has been fixed as the qualifying date for State

15 May 2026 4:03 am
ED arrests Kolkata Police DC Shantanu Sinha Biswas in money laundering case

ED issued a lookout notice for Shantanu Biswas for ignoring summons; he was viewed as close to the former TMC government, and Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari had previously made allegations against police officials

15 May 2026 2:59 am
CBI conducts searches in Reliance Communications case

The agency conducted searches at seven premises in Mumbai, Gurugram, and Bengaluru linked to senior executives of the company who served during 2015-2017

15 May 2026 2:23 am
The Iran war, Indias strategic autonomy challenges

Despite the defence, commerce and trade deals, India needs to be aware of a possible European alignment with the United States

15 May 2026 2:22 am
Building a preventive health culture in India

The countrys economic and social progress depends on citizen health and longevity

15 May 2026 2:13 am
Bursting at the seams: On the rise in inflation

The current rise in inflation is not transient, but systemic

15 May 2026 2:12 am
Uttarakhand files first FIR on allegations of nikah halala under Uniform Civil Code

The complaint filed by a woman against her husband and in-laws also includes dowry, Muslim marriage and other criminal offences

15 May 2026 2:09 am
Cooling doctrine: On Indias response to extreme heat

Access to safe indoor temperatures must be a public-health entitlement

15 May 2026 2:05 am
CBI arrests key accused in cyber fraud case

Accused persons had impersonated U.S. government officials and swindled $8.5 million from victims

15 May 2026 2:01 am
Govt. staff to work from home twice a week as Delhi unveils austerity plan

Drive includes staggered office timings, ban on official foreign visits for one year;govt. will not purchase new petrol, diesel, CNG, or hybrid vehicles for 6 months, says CM; Union Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs pitches for prudent mobility

15 May 2026 1:30 am
IPL 2026 | Raghuvanshi repaying the faith shown by Knight Riders

Angkrish Raghuvanshi impresses in IPL 2026, showcasing maturity and skill in a crucial match against Royal Challengers Bengaluru

15 May 2026 1:28 am
15 May 2026 1:19 am
Granite quarrying kicking up dust

The villages of Kuppam, Bangarupalem and Palamaner in Andhra Pradeshs Chittoor district have been witnessing year-round granite mining activities. Although a regulatory system is in place, many operators resort to illegal quarrying which has repeatedly come under the scrutiny of the National Green Tribunal. The issue even drew political attention when TDP chief N. Chandrababu Naidu inspected quarries a few years ago, and expressed concern over unchecked mining, environmental damage and revenue l

15 May 2026 1:03 am
Sri Lankas Fisheries Minister urges CM Vijay to ban bottom trawling

Hoping to travel to Tamil Nadu and meet the CM, says Ramalingam Chandrasekar

15 May 2026 12:59 am
Multiple Sclerosis Society of India organises awareness event in Chennai

Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a chronic neurological condition affecting the central nervous system. The event sought to highlight the importance of early diagnosis, treatment and support for persons living with the condition

15 May 2026 12:50 am
P. Kumaran takes charge as Indias High Commissioner in London

The new High Commissioner paid tributes to the statues of Mahatma Gandhi in Tavistock Square and Parliament Square and to Babasaheb B.R. Ambedkar at Ambedkar House in London upon assuming charge

15 May 2026 12:47 am
Remove import duty on cotton to ensure supply, CM Vijay urges Modi

Of late, the industry is facing severe crisis due to increase in cotton price, and consequently yarn prices. I understand this is caused primarily due to shortage of cotton production and increase in trading activity in the country, Mr. Vijay said

15 May 2026 12:41 am
The enduring legacy left behind by Ted Turner

The mind behind 24-hour globalised news saw its profitable nature first thrive, and then be commodified

15 May 2026 12:40 am