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U.P. Minister: prepaid smart meters tobe discontinued with immediate effect

All Smart Meters installed under RDSS Scheme to shift to Postpaid Mode with immediate effect

UAE Intercepts Iranian Missiles and Drones, Three Injured in Attack

Abu Dhabi, May 9: The Ministry of Defense of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) reported on Friday that Iran has once again launched ballistic missil

Om Birla Urges Timely Resolution of Public Complaints Across Departments

Kota, May 9: Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla emphasized the need for all departmental officials to adopt a solution-oriented approach towards governan

Rajasthans Chief Minister: Gram-2026 Will Open New Doors for Investors

Hyderabad, May 9: Rajasthans Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma addressed investors at the upcoming Global Rajasthan AgriTech Meet 2026 (Gram-2026)

China Advances to Semifinals After Defeating South Korea in ITTF World Team Table Tennis Championship

London, May 9: China has showcased an impressive performance, securing a spot in the semifinals of the ITTF World Team Table Tennis Championship.

Assam Chief Minister Discusses Immigration Issues and Political Milestones

Guwahati, May 9: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma described the recent victory of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) in West Bengal as a hi

Only Congress party can defeat BJP in the battle of ideologies, says Rahul Gandhi

Rahul Gandhi joins Haryana Congress leaders Sadbhav Yatra, accuses BJP of attacking democratic system and Ambedkars Constitution

Himachal Pradesh Police Cracks Down on Drug Traffickers, Detains 19 Key Suspects

Shimla, May 9: The Himachal Pradesh Police has intensified its crackdown on drug traffickers. Utilizing the provisions of the Narcotic Drugs and

Uttar Pradesh Government Supports Elderly Women with Pension Scheme

Lucknow, May 9: The elderly pension scheme initiated under the leadership of Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has become a significant relief for c

CBI Arrests Officer in GST Refund Bribery Case

New Delhi, May 9: The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has taken significant action against corruption in Odisha, arresting Om Prakash Nayak

3,55,008 Students To Appear For APEAPCET Exam

JNTU Kakinada VC and APEAPCET-2026 chairman CSRK Prasad and the convener N Mohan Rao told the media on Friday that the Kurnool centre has been al

AMMK chief Dhinakaran slams TVK for submitting forged letter to Governor claiming his partys backing

Mr. Dhinakaran said his party will lodge a police complaint against the incident

West Bengals New Leadership Sparks Optimism for Job Creation

Mumbai, May 9: The selection of Suvendu Adhikari as the leader of the legislative party has brought joy among BJP workers and officials in West B

Surbhi Chandna Celebrates Family and Culture in New Web Series Ishq Dam Aur Idli Rasam

Mumbai, May 9: Actress Surbhi Chandna is thrilled about her new web series, Ishq Dam Aur Idli Rasam. Notably, she has co-produced this series. Su

Will conduct structural audit of govt. schools: CM

SHE Teams Tighten Crackdown On Harassment Cases

Malkajgiri police commissioner B. Sumathi said police would not spare those harassing women and girls and urged victims to come forward without f

EJH mine blast: Judicial probe panel conducts 3-day hearing

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, May 8: The Judicial Commission of Inquiry headed by Justice (retd) R.S. Chauhan conducted a three-day sitting from May

Rlys not closed, govt pushing for consensus: Dhar

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, May 8: Despite officially returning over Rs 209 crore of non-utilised funds to the Union Ministry of Railways, effectiv

Facing stiff opposition, govt allows teachers to opt out of CPF scheme

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, May 8: Facing severe resistance, the Meghalaya government has allowed retired as well as in-service employees of defici

Justice Vaiphei to probe WGH violence in March

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, May 8: The state government has instituted an inquiry into the three-day violence in Garo Hills in March relating to th

Govt awaits PMs nod for SMCH inauguration

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, May 8: The state government is awaiting confirmation from Prime Minister Narendra Modi for the formal inauguration of t

Firm denies new Assembly roof collapse after video goes viral

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, May 8: A viral video circulating widely on social media, particularly on WhatsApp on Friday, triggered fresh controvers

We cried, laughed, held hands: 10 women journalists reclaim their stories in memoir

2-day Niangtaser Festival gets under way in Ri-Bhoi

From Our Correspondent NONGPOH, May 8: The two-day Niangtaser Festival got under way on Friday at Iewsier in Ri-Bhoi district. Community and Rura

ATS signatories flag delays, lapses in Garo Hills projects

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, May 8: The signatories to the Agreed Text for Settlement (ATS) have flagged serious delays, abandoned infrastructure pr

Akashvani Tura marks 90 years with walkathon

From Our Correspondent TURA, May 8: Akashvani (AIR) Tura, in collaboration with Doordarshan Kendra (DDK), organised a walkathon on Friday to comm

Delhi must move beyond being political capital, become global, future-ready city: L-G Sandhu

AP Records Decline in Crime Cases in 2024

Police registered 1,829 cases relating to offences against public tranquillity and 12,022 theft cases.

Chinese Proverb of the Day: We count our miseries carefully, and accept our blessings without much thought Life lessons on human nature, suffering, negative thoughts and why we remember pain more than peace

Chinese proverb of the day highlights the meaning of We count our miseries carefully, and accept our blessings without much thought, a common hum

Jammu & Kashmir new business registrations jump 28% despite Pahalgam attack

The incorporations, a proxy for the formalisation of the economy and investor appetite, had dropped by 22% year-on-year in both May and June of 2

Two-Year-Old Dies of Fever in Nilu Bandha Due to Lack of Treatment

Residents have to walk at least 13 kilometres to reach the nearest Primary Health Centre in Buchimpeta whenever they fall ill.

New Suburban Railway Station Approved Between Thane and Mulund; Chief Minister Expresses Gratitude

Mumbai, May 9: A significant development has emerged for the millions of local train commuters traveling between Thane and Mulund. The long-await

SC Registers Writ Petition Over AP Judges Rebuke to Young Advocate

However, the order was reportedly recalled following the intervention by the members of the Bar.

Congress Leader Seeks Clarity from Government on Operation Sindoor

Murshidabad, May 9: Congress leader Adhir Ranjan Chowdhury has called on the central government to clarify its stance on Operation Sindoor. He st

BJP Leaders Celebrate Suvendu Adhikaris Election as Chief Minister in West Bengal

Kolkata, May 9: The selection of Suvendu Adhikari as the leader of the BJP legislative party has sparked excitement among party workers and leade

WB Police Suspect A Gang Of 7 Killed PA Of Suvendu

Several teams of cops have been sent outside the state to trace the hired sharp-shooters. The destinations include Uttar Pradesh, Bihar and Odish

SHG Products to Reach Offices Across AP

Proposal made at collectors' meet wins instant nod from CM

3,352 candidates forfeit deposit in T.N. Assembly polls

Among the major political parties, the AIADMK candidates lost their deposit in 19 constituencies, while the BJP candidates lost their deposits in

Tension in Mayiladuthurai after DMK workers allegedly attack Congress functionaries

CM Promises Solutions to Vijayawada Issues, Says Kesineni Chinni

The CM has responded favourably to our pleas and promised early solutions to all the pending matters, the MP said.

Hoax bomb threat to Passport Seva Kendra in Saligramam

A. Narayanan assumes charges as Principal Chief Personnel Officer of Southern Railway

Street children beat all odds to script success in the exams

Did SIR Impact West Bengal result? What Election Commission Data Says

The numbers suggest that while there were indeed large-scale deletions of ineligible electors during the SIR process, there were also equally sig

Prisons report 98.33% pass in Class 12 State board exams

Of the 240 inmates who sat for the examination, including many life convicts, 236 passed

SC/ST representation beyond reserved seats still remains limited, show T.N. Assembly election results

Barring the AIADMK front, the other 3 fronts fielded SC/ST candidates in general constituencies. In such contests, the lone MLA elect was P. Visw

Two traffickers held

Nepal Gangs Linked to IPS Officers Wife Murder

Ten special teams are tracking the accused, who remain absconding.

Health Department launches counselling services for students

Daughters of daily-wage workers score top marks in Class XII board exams

They aspire to pursue careers in chartered accountancy and civil services. The toppers include K. Mythily, whose father runs a laundry and ironin

TGBIE Extends Fee Payment Deadline For Intermediate Supplementary Exams; Late Fee Applicable

The board allowed the colleges to remit the fee along with an applicable late fee of Rs 3,000 for confirmed but unpaid candidates of both General

The Legacy of Talat Mahmood: A Journey from Doubt to Musical Greatness

Mumbai, May 9: The enchanting voice of Talat Mahmood, known for its depth of pain, sadness, and solitude, continues to resonate with millions. Ho

Strengthening Ties: India and Yemen Discuss Bilateral Cooperation

New Delhi, May 9: In a significant meeting held in New Delhi, Secretary of the Ministry of External Affairs, Shri Priya Rangnathan, engaged with

SP Demands Live Footage of Counting Centers for 2027 UP Elections

Lucknow, May 9: Dimple Yadav, a Member of Parliament from the Samajwadi Party (SP), has called for the Election Commission to share live footage

Homeschooled Suhail transforms robotics landscape through self-learning

Diamonde in the rough: why Europes big clubs covet the Leipzig winger

The 19-year-old has turned heads in Germany with his catalogue of spectacular goals and dazzling dribbles. His game isnt fully formed yet, but hi

Woman Posing as DSP Swindles 40.50 Lakh

Sources said Ranganaikulu, a close aide of Saraswati of Alamur in the Anantapur Rural area, had introduced the latter as DSP of Disha to one Rama

Pentagons new UFO files reveal Apollo 17 astronauts saw Fourth of July lights near the moon

Newly released Pentagon files reveal Apollo 17 astronauts reported seeing Fourth of July-like lights and drifting particles near the moon. The do

Partial Stay of Sealing Multi-Storeyed Building in King Koti

The judge also granted stay of demolition to the extent of earlier orders and posted the matter for further hearing on June 8.

PM To Lay Foundation Stone and Dedicate Projects Worth Rs 9400 Crore

Projects include highways, rail works, textile park and industrial zone

UK PM Starmer 'takes responsibility' for Labour election losses

The ballot was the biggest electoral test for Starmer since Labour ousted the Conservatives following 14 years in power in a landslide election v

The quiet rise of a reticent giant: Ayush Shettys slow-burn ascent

The 64 shuttler isnt the quintessential prodigy. He did not win a National Championship in any age category. But he has beaten the worlds best in

A watershed moment in Indias defence posture

Indias strategic doctrine has evolved sharply after Operation Sindoor

Ashok Lahiri takes charge as Niti VC

Economist Ashok Kumar Lahiri has assumed the role of vice chairman at Niti Aayog, succeeding Suman Bery. A former chief economic adviser and Fina

The elephant in Indias data room

India must ensure data standardisation for better governance outcomes

Over 20,000 HIV Patients Missing After Treatment Initiation in Pakistan

Islamabad, May 9: In Pakistan, over 20,000 registered HIV patients have gone missing after starting antiretroviral therapy, raising concerns abou

Royal Bengal Tiger Spotted in Arunachal Pradesh After Two Decades

Itanagar, May 9: A Royal Bengal Tiger has been sighted in the D. Ering Memorial Wildlife Sanctuary in Arunachal Pradesh for the first time in nea

Telangana Records 591 Environment Offences in 2024

The chargesheeting rate stood at 85 per cent, while the pendency rate was 8.9 per cent.

BJP Claims West Bengal Will Reject Trinamool Congress After New Government Takes Office

New Delhi, May 9: Ahead of the swearing-in ceremony of the new BJP government in West Bengal, party leaders expressed optimism about a transforma

Quote of the day by Ringo Starr: 'I had no schooling before I joined The Beatles and no schooling after The Beatles. Life is...' Life lessons on education, human nature and success by British musician, singer, songwriter and actor

Quote of the day by Ringo Starr highlights a message about education and life experience. The Beatles drummer said he had no schooling before or

No Repentance: Top Court On Minister's Colonel Sofiya Qureshi Remark

A bench of Chief Justice of India Surya Kant and Justice Joymalya Bagchi observed that he should have apologised immediately over his remarks ref

No Coercive Action on IDPL Lands in Balapur, Kukatpally: Telangana High Court

Court directs state to maintain status quo until single judge hears matter

Marco Rubio Says US Ties With Church Can Withstand Trump-Pope Tensions

Marco Rubio, who visited the Vatican on Thursday, told reporters on Friday before leaving Rome the meeting was very positive.

Telangana Ranks 5th in Fake Currency Seizures

Karnataka topped the list with seizures worth over 32 crore, followed by Assam (4.9 crore), Chhattisgarh (3.8 crore) and West Bengal (1.5 crore).

From Classrooms to Tech Hubs: KGBV Students Explore AI And Robotics At Amazon

A robotic vehicle race took place after the activity, with students participating in teams using the models they had prepared.

HYDRAA steps in to address calls on dust pollution caused by mining, crushers, RMC plants

GCC asks councillors to reopen offices after lifting of model code

Farmers Allege Poor Implementation of 1V1M4V Programme

Villagers say unresolved land issues expose gaps in rural governance drive

Tamil Nadu Congress MLAs camping in Hyderabad amid uncertainty in government formation

The five MLAs reportedly arrived on Thursday (May 7, 2026) and planned to leave after reports came in that Tamil Nadu Governor Rajendra Arlekar h

Drop in Murder Cases in Andhra Pradesh, Says Annual Report

A total of 2,633 cases of crime against children were registered in AP during 2024, showing a slight decrease from 2,844 cases in 2023.

Thalassemia awareness walk organised on Necklace Road

AP Records 17,028 Accidental Deaths in 2024

Drowning emerged as one of the major causes of accidental deaths during 2024.

Participation in democracy should go beyond voting, says T.M. Krishna

Take east: On the BJP government in West Bengal

The BJPs priority must be to end the violence in West Bengal

Real Madrid's Valverde suffers head injury in altercation with teammate Tchouameni

Real Madrid midfielder Federico Valverde sustained a head injury after an on-field altercation with teammate Aurelien Tchouameni. The club has op

Operation Sindoor Showcases MSME Role In Defence

Minister Uttam Kumar Reddy, a former Indian Air Force pilot, said Hyderabad had emerged as one of the countrys most costeffective aerospace desti

Tenzing Norgay: The Legendary Climber Who Conquered Mount Everest

New Delhi, May 9: Tenzing Norgay, one of the greatest mountaineers in history, made headlines when he successfully climbed Mount Everest. Alongsi

Political banners reappear on Chennai roads, barricades and medians

Regarding permission for banners and flags, officials said applications were processed at the Corporation headquarters and would be reviewed on M

India Shines at Asian Under-17 Boxing Championship, Secures Five Medals

Tashkent, May 9: Indian young boxers delivered an impressive performance at the Asian Under-17 Boxing Championship, securing five medals. The mat

Piyush Goyal Meets LVMH Group to Boost Investment and Production in India

New Delhi, May 9: Indias Minister of Commerce and Industry, Piyush Goyal, held a significant meeting with Mr. Vincent Estoux, the International R