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JEE Advanced Exam Kicks Off Amidst Heavy Security and Student Excitement

Mumbai, May 17: The JEE Advanced 2026 engineering entrance exam is being conducted across the country today. Students have begun arriving at exam

Strengthening Citizens for a Stronger Nation: Insights from the Sunday on Cycle Event

New Delhi, May 17: In an effort to promote fitness awareness across the nation, the Sunday on Cycle event is held every Sunday under the Fit Indi

Kerala Chief Minister-designate Satheesan rejects attempts to demonise IUML as anti-secular

Mr. Satheesan said government formation talks had passed an important stage and there was no roadblock to naming the cabinet

Israeli Attacks Devastate Lebanons Economy, Causing $2 Billion Loss

Beirut, May 17: Lebanons Economy Minister, Amer Bassat, has revealed the severe economic damage inflicted on the country due to Israeli attacks.

Arshad Madani Calls for Unity Against Rising Communalism in India

New Delhi, May 17: Arshad Madani, the president of Jamiat Ulama-e-Hind, has expressed concerns about a systematic attempt to transform the nation

Netherlands Returns 11th Century Chola Copper Plates To India

PM Modi says joyous moment for every Indian.

Russia Warns of Potential U.S. and Israel Military Action Against Iran

New Delhi, May 17: Mikhail Ulyanov, Russias permanent representative to international organizations in Vienna, has expressed support for Chinas s

CM Yogi Adityanath Urges Swift Resolution of Public Issues

Gorakhpur, May 17: Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath met with citizens during a public hearing at Gorakhnath Temple on Sunday morning. This was his

India, Chile expedite CEPA negotiations and critical minerals cooperation

Chile's Foreign Minister Francisco Prez Mackenna's visit to India boosted bilateral ties, focusing on CEPA negotiations, critical minerals, and i

Plight of betel leaf farmers miserable as gale storms hit fields, expect new government to give relief swiftly

The plight of the farmers was miserable that most of them are facing red and were unable to stop the rising losses due to multiple factors

Congresss Identity Now Defined by Insulting Hindus: Shahzad Poonawala

New Delhi, May 17: BJP spokesperson Shahzad Poonawala launched sharp attacks on Congress, the Muslim League, and Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant M

Congress Questions Great Nicobar Projects Environmental Impact in Letter to Defense Minister

New Delhi, May 17: The Congress party continues to raise concerns regarding the Central Governments Great Nicobar Island project. On Sunday, Cong

Quote of the Day by Nicole Kidman: I never read reviews at all, i'm proud of Powerful words on confidence and criticism

Actress Nicole Kidman focuses on her craft, not reviews. She believes personal satisfaction in her work is paramount. This approach helps her nav

Punjab Police Arrest Three Suspects in Hand Grenade Case

Gurdaspur, May 17: The Punjab Police in Gurdaspur have arrested three individuals linked to a hand grenade incident. Interrogations are ongoing a

Petroleum dealers blame institutional procurement for fuel crisis

The outlets belonging to the Government Oil Marketing Companies (OMCs) witnessed unusually high HSD sale volumes compared to their historical ave

Philippines Asks Top Court to Allow ICC Drug War Arrest of Senator

Dela Rosa has said the ICC warrant was illegal since the Philippines pulled out in 2019 from the treaty that created the tribunal

Woman Stripped And Paraded By Mob For Objectionable Remarks About Deities

The woman allegedly made objectionable remarks about deities, which got a group of persons angry who thrashed her.

UP: Highly toxic pesticide behind vulture deaths in Dudhwa reserve buffer zone, says lab report

Scientists at IVRI Bareilly have identified the pesticide 'carbofuran' as the cause of death for 25 vultures in the Dudhwa Tiger Reserve buffer z

Understanding Sudden Infant Death Syndrome: How to Reduce Risks for Your Baby

New Delhi, May 17: Every parent is deeply concerned about their infants well-being. The worries intensify for first-time parents. One serious con

IPL 2026s Paper Celebration Sparks Controversy Among Legends

New Delhi, May 17: A new trend has emerged among young players during IPL 2026. After impressive performances or taking wickets, players are cele

Capt. Chowta urges NHAI to immediately construct missing service road link at Bannadka on NH 169

Because of the missing link, several mishaps, fatal as well as non-fatal, have been occurring the four-lane Bikarnakatte-Sanur NH, the MP says

USS Gerald R. Ford Returns Home After 326 Days

Washington, May 17: The USS Gerald R. Ford, the United States aircraft carrier, has returned home after a lengthy deployment of 326 days. Defense

Atlee and Priya Reveal Their Baby Daughters Name: Our Love Has Found a Beautiful Name

Mumbai, May 17: Renowned South Indian filmmaker Atlee is currently making headlines for his personal life. Known for his blockbuster films, Atlee

USS Gerald R. Ford Returns Home After 326 Days of Deployment

Washington, May 17: The USS Gerald R. Ford, the United States aircraft carrier, has returned home after a lengthy deployment. Defense Secretary P

PBKS vs RCB Pitch Report, IPL 2026: How Dharamshala weather could impact todays clash at Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association Stadium, what to expect

PBKS vs RCB Pitch Weather Report: Punjab Kings need a win against Royal Challengers Bengaluru. They have lost five matches in a row. Their IPL 20

Bihars Malmas Mela Kicks Off with Traditional Ceremonies

Rajgir, May 17: The historic and mythological town of Rajgir in Bihars Nalanda district has officially launched the world-renowned Malmas Mela. C

IMD Warns of Storms and Heatwaves Across Several States

New Delhi, May 17: The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued warnings for severe weather conditions in various parts of the country o

Andhra CM Chandrababu Naidu writes to Centre over shrimp feed price hike, seeks relief for aquaculture farmers

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu has urged the Union Agriculture Minister to address rising shrimp feed prices. The state govern

FPIs pull out 27,000 crore in May; 2026 outflows hit 2.2 lakh crore-mark

FPIs were net sellers in all months of 2026, except February.

TCS Case : Court Says Clear Evidence Of Abetment By POSH Committee Member

The court refused bail to Ashwini Chainani ,Tausif Attar, Raza Memon, Shahrukh Qureshi and Asif Ansari in the case.

NEET leak row reaches Supreme Court; plea seeks statutory status for NTA

The United Doctors Front has moved the Supreme Court seeking the dissolution of the NTA in its current form and the creation of a new statutory t

India and Cambodia Conclude Joint Military Exercise Simbax, Prepare for Pragati

New Delhi, May 17: A significant counter-terrorism exercise has been successfully completed in Cambodia, focusing on high-risk operations against

India's trade deficit pressures could persist through 2026 as electronics imports surge, export outlook stays fragile

Indias trade deficit faces pressure in coming months. Elevated crude prices and supply disruptions impact exports. A potential global demand slow

Major anti-encroachment drive conducted to clear out Howrah station area in Bengal

Many temporary stalls and structures occupying footpaths and public spaces near the bus stand and Ganga ghat area were removed using bulldozers a

Faridabad shocker: Woman delivers baby in govt hospital park without doctor or nurse under phone light

A woman delivered her baby in a government hospital park in Faridabad after the main gate was found locked and no staff responded to pleas for he

FTAs, lower import duties, better business environment to boost net FDI flows: ADB chief economist

Foreign investment in India needs a boost. ADB Chief Economist Albert Park suggests free trade agreements and lower import tariffs. Strengthening

Mass Ukraine Drone Barrage Kills 3 in Russia: Moscow

Air defences shot down 556 drones in more than a dozen regions, including Moscow, Russia's defence ministry said

NEET-UG 2026 paper leak: CBI produces Pune teacher before Delhi court, seeks 14-day custody

The CBI has arrested Manisha Gurunath Mandhare, an NTA panel member, in the NEET-UG 2026 paper leak case. She is accused of leaking Biology quest

Assam CM Reminisces About Old Days with Friends, Reflects on Lifes Precious Moments

Mumbai, May 17: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma recently shared a nostalgic memory on social media that captured the attention of many.

Over 7000 tanks will be rejuvenated in Vizianagaram district under Jala Dhara-Jala Harati programme

The Jala Dhara-Jala Harathi programme was launched to improve groundwater and meet irrigation needs

Great Nicobar project a recipe for ecological disaster: Jairam Ramesh to Defence minister

Congress leader Jairam Ramesh has alerted Defence Minister Rajnath Singh about the Great Nicobar Island Project. He states the project in its cur

Raja Singh Seeks Blessings at Sri Venkateswara Swamy Temple in Tirumala

Raja Singh was seen greeting fellow devotees while maintaining the sanctity of the holy premises

Nepal's mountaineer Kami Rita Sherpa climbs Mt. Everest for 32nd time, beats own record

Kami Rita Sherpa has set a new world record, achieving his 32nd ascent of Mount Everest on Sunday. The veteran climber reached the summit at 10:1

Understanding the Impact of a One-Degree Rise in Global Temperatures

New Delhi, May 17: The average temperature across the globe is steadily rising. The surface air temperature of the Earth is increasing rapidly. S

Violent Clash Erupts Over Alleged Cattle Smuggling in Hyderabads Asif Nagar

Hyderabad, May 17: A violent clash broke out between two groups in Asif Nagar, Hyderabad, over suspicions of cattle smuggling. The confrontation

Fire breaks out in Rajdhani Express near Ratlam; no casualties reported

Fahadh Faasil, Sshivada to headline Prem Kumars next

The untitled film, produced by Ishari K Ganesh under his Vels Film International banner, went on floors with a pooja ceremony on Saturday

Maharashtra MLCs attendance book reveals ex-CM Uddhav Thackeray attended 42 of 133 sittings

Uddhav Thackeray attended only 31.58 percent of legislative sittings as MLC. Other leaders like Bhavana Gawali and Ramraje Naik-Nimbalkar also mi

Targeting Civilian Ships in Strait of Hormuz Unacceptable: India at UN

Harish's remarks at a special meeting of the United Nations Economic and Social Council (UNECOSOC) on safeguarding energy and supply flows came d

Love You Note Scribbled In Dust After Taps Stolen From Congress Office In Chhattisgarh

Visuals showed broken basins and flush tanks and faucet pipes strewn across restrooms in the Congress office in Ambikapur.

Disappointment writ large on the face of TDPs Nellore cadre as Mahanadu goes hybrid

This austerity measure was termed as in tune with the call given by the Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu

Mahima Chaudhary Remembers Ajay Devgns Kindness During a Life-Altering Accident

Mumbai, May 17: Actress Mahima Chaudhary still vividly recalls the accident she experienced in 1999. She frequently shares this incident with her

General Dwivedis Remarks Stir Controversy in Pakistan

New Delhi, May 17: Indias Chief of Army Staff, General Upendra Dwivedi, issued a pointed warning to Pakistan on Saturday, urging the neighboring

Market Outlook: Iran-US Tensions and Economic Data to Influence Indian Stock Market

Mumbai, May 17: The upcoming week is crucial for the Indian stock market. Key factors such as the Iran-US tensions, crude oil prices, foreign ins

Census 2027: Door-To-Door Survey Begins In Delhi, Maharashtra, Other States

For the first time, the country's population count is being carried out with a strong digital push alongside the traditional door to door survey.

Kerala CM-Designate Satheesan Meets Cardinal Cleemis Ahead of Swearing-in

Cleemis is the head of the Syro-Malankara Catholic Church

Renu Desai Meets Mammootty, Calls It A Bucket-List Dream

Renu shared her fangirl moments on Instagram and wrote a post.

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Cabinet approves 7.42 crore ancillary works at Kukke Subrahmanya to be undertaken by Temple management

The works include construction of four public toilet blocks in the temple town and a well-equipped Go Shala

7 healthy alternatives to sugar in daily diet

No lobbying for ministerial post: Veteran CPI(M)'s G Sudhakaran after meeting KC Venugopal

Former CPI(M) leader G Sudhakaran met Congress MP K C Venugopal in Alappuzha. Sudhakaran stated the meeting was personal and denied seeking any m

Rejected by US visa, welcomed by NASA: Meet Dr. Anand Megalingam, a tractor driver's son, who built one of Indias rising space-tech cos

Dr. Anand Megalingam's journey from a rural Indian village to NASA-linked aerospace programs highlights resilience and innovation. Despite early

Former West Bengal Minister Files Complaint Against Abhishek Banerjee and Police Officer

Kolkata, May 17: Giyasuddin Molla, a former minister and three-time MLA from the Trinamool Congress, has lodged a complaint against party general

PM Modis Foreign Visits Prioritize National Interest, Says Sanjay Sarawagi

Patna, May 17: Bihar BJP President Sanjay Sarawagi shared his views on several important issues, including Prime Minister Narendra Modis foreign

India and Netherlands ink 17 pacts, elevate ties to strategic partnership

India and the Netherlands have forged a strategic partnership, signing 17 agreements to enhance collaboration. Discussions focused on defense, cr

BTS Leaks Is A New Menace In Tollywood

The rise of AI has made it harder to distinguish between genuine leaks and fabricated content.

Nitin Nabin To Arrive In Odisha On 2-Day Visit

Party sources said no roadshow or procession has been planned, and he will proceed directly to his hotel after arrival

Bengal govt. gives nod for handover of seven national highway stretches to NHAI, NHIDCL

These stretches were under the national highway wing of the State PWD, and the handover proposals had been pending for nearly a year despite repe

Arvind Kejriwal launches night clinic in Goa; promises free power and health cover ahead of 2027 Assembly polls

Aam Aadmi Party national convenor Arvind Kejriwal inaugurated a night polyclinic in Goa. He promised free electricity, health insurance, and mont

Police Intensifies Anti-Narcotics Drive, Arrests Alleged Drug Peddler In J&Ks Anantnag

SRINAGAR, May 17: Police in Jammu and Kashmirs Anantnag district on Sunday arrested an alleged drug peddler and recovered over 100 grams of chara

Motorist killed after being knocked down by a truck in Koyambedu

Koyambedu traffic Investigation police sent the body to Government Kilpauk Medical college hospital for postmortem

Naidu Seeks Relief For Aquaculture Farmers; Writes Letter To Centre

The state government decided to appeal to the union minister keeping farmers' interests in view, particularly on issues such as incentives for fi

PBKS skipper Iyer set for 100th IPL match as captain, will Bhuvneshwar-Hazlewood play party spoilers?

Punjab Kings captain Shreyas Iyer leads his team in his 100th IPL captaincy match. After a tough losing streak, Iyer seeks a significant turnarou

TS EAMCET 2026 toppers list: Here are engineering, agriculture & pharmacy stream toppers

The TS EAMCET 2026 results were released today, May 17, by the Telangana State Council of Higher Education. Candidates can now access their score

'Rahul, Priyanka Forget Wayanad': Case Filed Over Posters Warning Gandhis

The posters against Rahul Gandhi and Priyanka Gandhi Vadra came up in Wayanad as the Congress leadership discussed the selection of Kerala's next

Unknown Assailants Hack Woman, Daughter to Death in Nalgonda

The victims were identified as Rudraksha Sumalath and her daughter Lavanya, who were natives of Ibrahimpet

Nag Ashwin Tactfully Sidesteps Kalki 2 Questions, Hails Singeetham

The makers recently unveiled the films first song, Hello Bossuu but Nag Ashwin has kept his fans guessing about the status of the project.

Suspend collection of payment over agricultural loans; waive off loans: Vasan urges T.N. Government

The TMC presidents statement follows representation from farmer associations calling for suspension of collection of payments over agricultural l

Kerala Cabinet: Congress leadership in talks with UDF allies to seal allocation of ministerial berths

Chief Minister-designate V.D. Satheesans office confirmed that the Congress has allocated five Cabinet berths to the IUML, the second-largest con

Cow Smuggling Suspicion Triggers Clash in Hyderabad, Probe On

The incident occurred late last night when one group stopped a truck suspecting that cows were being transported illegally, while the other group

CNG prices hiked again: Delhi rates cross Rs 80/kg for first time; check latest rates in your city

Delhi commuters face higher fuel costs as Indraprastha Gas Limited (IGL) increased CNG prices by Re 1 per kg, pushing the rate to Rs 80.09. This

North America, NE Asia, Latin America account for over 35 pc of India's exports in FY26

India's exports reached USD 441.78 billion in 2025-26. North America, North-East Asia, and Latin America together accounted for over 35 percent.

President Murmu Promulgates Ordinance To Increase Supreme Court Judge Strength By Four

NEW DELHI, May 17: President Droupadi Murmu on Sunday has promulgated an ordinance increasing the number of judges in the Supreme Court to 37 ex

Keshav Rao Releases EPSET Results

As many as 1,97,241 students appeared for the exams in the engineering category and 84,954 in the agriculture and pharmacy categories

Raay Neo Pharma launches Lucknow operations, expanding access to healthcare in Uttar Pradesh

27 Rescued from Odisha Over Suspected Conversion-Linked Trafficking

Railway Police have launched a detailed investigation to determine the exact circumstances under which the group was being transported and whethe

Ancient Floods on Mars: ESA Reveals Stunning Insights

New Delhi, May 17: The mysteries of other planets, much like Earth, are filled with intrigue and excitement. The European Space Agency (ESA) has

I did not try to broker a deal between DMK and AIADMK: Rajinikanth

Rajinikanth asked how he could harbour envy against Mr. Vijay when there is a big generation gap between them

Delhi Metro lift incident: Womans claim of man urinating sparks outrage online at Kalkaji Metro Station

Viral video of a man urinating inside a lift at Delhis Kalkaji Metro Station has sparked outrage online after Instagram user Deepshika Mehta shar

DDA identifies 14 land parcels along metro corridors for housing push

The Delhi Development Authority is gearing up for a game-changer in urban housing by pinpointing 14 land parcels near metro stations. These plots