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Drones, UAS are like claws in the sky now: IAF chief

NEW DELHI, May 15: IAF Chief Air Chief Marshal A P Singh on Friday said drones and other unmanned aerial systems (UAS), being an extension of air

Will slips for allocation of portfolios to new UP ministers come from top: Akhileshs dig at BJP

LUCKNOW, May 15: As newly inducted ministers of the Uttar Pradesh Cabinet await portfolio allocation, Samajwadi Party president Akhilesh Yadav on

Renukaswamy murder case: SC directs Bengaluru court to expedite trial involving actor Darshan

The Supreme Court has ordered a Bengaluru court to speed up the Renukaswamy murder case. Actor Darshan and others are involved. The court noted t

CCPA slaps Rs 15 lakh penalty on two coaching institutes for misleading ads on JEE, NEET results

Consumer protection regulator CCPA has fined Motion Education and Career Line Coaching for misleading ads. These institutes published ads about J

India spots an export champion in a sector tariffs failed to sink

India's seafood sector has demonstrated remarkable resilience, transforming a 50% US tariff into a catalyst for growth. Through strategic market

Madhya Pradesh to Launch Collective Labor for Water Conservation: Mohan Yadav

Ujjain, May 15: Continuous efforts are underway for water conservation in Madhya Pradesh. Chief Minister Mohan Yadav announced that on the occasi

WebQoof Recap: Of Misinformation Around Assembly Polls, Indira Gandhi and More

Read our recap to find the viral pieces of fake news we fact-checked this week!

Piprahwa Relics Of Buddha Accorded Emotional Farewell In Leh After 14-Day Exposition

LEH/JAMMU, May 15: The sacred Piprahwa relics of Lord Buddha were accorded an emotional farewell at Leh Airport on Friday after the conclusion of

Quote of the day by Thucydides: Self-control is the chief element in self-respect, and self-respect is the chief element in courage

Ancient Greek historian Thucydides' words on self-control and courage offer timeless wisdom. He believed self-control builds self-respect, which

If I have to prove my worth and value, that place is not for me: Virat Kohli

My perspective is very clear. If I can add value to the environment that I am part of, and the environment feels that I can add value, I will be

Britain investigates Microsoft over business software dominance

The CMA opted to investigate Microsofts cloud licensing practices again as part of the SMS probe launched on Thursday

NDA Leaders Assure Transparency in NEET Re-examination Process

New Delhi, May 15: In response to the NEET UG re-examination, ministers from both the central and state governments have emphasized their commitm

PGA Championship 2026 leaderboard: Rory McIlroy struggles, Scottie Scheffler, Martin Kaymer, Aldrich Potgieter lead

PGA Championship leaderboard: Former champion Xander Schauffele, Sahith Theegala, Max Greyserman and PGA Championship rookie Daniel Brown were al

Education Minister Pradhans big NEET reform speech: NEET to go computer-based from 2027

India ready to extend all possible support to bring peace in West Asia: PM Modi in UAE

Prime Minister Narendra Modi met UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan in Abu Dhabi. India pledged full support to foster peace in Wes

Heavy Rain Causes Flood-Like Conditions in Silchar and Srimanta, Assam

Guwahati, May 15: Heavy rainfall in Assam has led to flood-like conditions in urban areas of Silchar and Srimanta. Officials reported that signif

Hackathon to tackle real-world challenges faced by government of Karnataka

PanIIT Alumni India and government of Karnataka to organise day-long summit on Sovereignty in Technology to explore how the community can catalys

From Cisco to Block, more companies are pointing to AI when unveiling job cuts

Even if AI isnt replacing people directly, some businesses have announced reductions as they redirect money to the technology or tout new ways to

From forests to a doctor near you: NIA reveals how Pakistan-based terrorists are planning to do a Ghazwa-e-Hind through a tech-driven policy

NIA chargesheet reveals Ansar Ghazwat-ul-Hind's shift from forest insurgency to a digital terror network, orchestrated by Pakistan-based handlers

U.P. CM Yogi directs Ministers to meet families affected by rainfall; issuesinstructions for speedy assistance

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has directed officials to provide immediate financial assistance of Rs 4 lakh to the families of tho

VCK appeals to Tamil Nadu CM Vijay not to induct AIADMK rebels into Cabinet

The AIADMKs rebel MLAs should resign, join the TVK, and seek a fresh mandate: VCK general secretary

OnePlus Nord CE 6 Review | Genuine all-rounder makes a strong case

In a segment crowded with good smartphones, the OnePlus Nord CE 6 succeeds by positioning itself as a genuine all-rounder

Traders Protest Against Smart Lockdown in Peshawar Amid Rising Inflation

Islamabad, May 15: Traders in Peshawar, Pakistan, took to the streets to protest against the governments smart lockdown measures. According to lo

BJPs Rathindra Bose Elected as West Bengal Assembly Speaker

Kolkata, May 15: BJP legislator Rathindra Bose has been elected as the new Speaker of the West Bengal Assembly. Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari e

H. D. Kumaraswamy cannot survive politically without criticising us, says Karnataka Deputy CM D. K. Shivakumar

Why didnt Kumaraswamy de-notify Bidadi land himself, asks Deputy Chief Minister D. K. Shivakumar

D.K. Shivakumar celebrates 64th birthday at Tamil Nadu temple, supporters install banners saying 'next CM'

Chief Minister Siddaramaiah extended birthday greetings to Mr. Shivakumar posting a photograph on X

Tamil Nadu Congress to protest against Centre on extension given to CBI director, NEET issue

BJP defends fuel hike, says India kept price rise to 3% amid global surge

BJP IT cell head Amit Malviya said India recorded one of the lowest increases among major economies, with petrol prices rising by 3.2% and diesel

Three Minors Escape from Juvenile Home in Jharkhand, Security Concerns Raised

Gumla, May 15: Three minors escaped from the Silam Juvenile Home in Gumla district, Jharkhand, on Friday by scaling the walls. Among the escapees

Southwest Monsoon Likely to Reach Kerala on May 26, Says IMD

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) forecasts the southwest monsoon to arrive in Kerala on May 26, earlier than usual, with below-normal ra

SC Bats for Rationalisation of Airfares, Asks Centre to Provide Relief to People

A bench of Justices Vikram Nath and Sandeep Mehta flagged that on the same day, one airline flying in the same sector charges a particular airfar

From Time To Buy Cycle To We Understand: Commuters Divided On Fuel Price Hike

Oil companies say they have been incurring losses due to higher global crude oil prices.

Indian Railways adds another star to logo to recognise creation of South Coast Railway zone

The Railway Board issued a stern ultimatum to Zonal GMs over staffing delays; high-level review scheduled for May 20

Telangana Congress raises concerns over SIR process

Ayushmann Khurranas Mother Shares Joy After Watching His Latest Film

Mumbai, May 15: Actor Ayushmann Khurranas latest film, Pati Patni Aur Woh Do, has hit theaters. Directed by Mudassar Aziz, this comedy-drama blen

Zaggle Closes FY26 with Strongest-Ever Annual Performance

EZTax Introduces AI-Based AIS Reconciliation and Tax Filing Enhancements for AY 2026-27

Parul University Unveils Lakshya 2047: Center for Future Skills, An Ecosystem withFuturistic Labs and Highly Advanced Infrastructure

HDB Financial Services Ltd Announces Appointment of Mr. Natarajan Srinivasan as New Non-Executive Chairman and Board Member

Mumbai, Maharashtra, India Business Wire India

Akshay Kumars Welcome to the Jungle Teaser Released with Hilarious Banter

Mumbai, May 15: The teaser for Akshay Kumars much-anticipated film Welcome to the Jungle was released on Friday. This marks the third installment

Do These Photos Show Man Behaving Inappropriately With Tourist in India? No!

We found that the incident took place in Nepal.

Watch: The future is manned and unmanned: Air Marshal Amar Preet Singh

Rs.15,803 Cr Defence Project in Puttaparthi to Create 7,500 Jobs: Naidu

Naidu stated that the initiative would showcase the capabilities of India's defence sector and strengthen indigenous combat aircraft manufacturin

Paranjpe was inducted in Shiv Sena to stop him from joining MVA; NCP was kept in loop: Uday Samant

Former NCP leader Anand Paranjpe has joined the Shiv Sena. Maharashtra minister Uday Samant revealed the move was to keep Paranjpe from joining o

Teaser of Akshay Kumars Welcome to the Jungle Released

Mumbai, May 15: The teaser for Akshay Kumars much-anticipated film Welcome to the Jungle was released on Friday. This film marks the third instal

Can You Fix Hormonal Imbalance Naturally? 6 Effective Strategies To Try

Hormones regulate nearly every major bodily function. Ignoring long-term warning signs can lead to worsening underlying endocrine conditions like

India can play long-term mediator role: Russian Foreign Minister Lavrov on Iran-US conflict

Russia's Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov proposed India as a mediator for the Iran-US conflict. He highlighted India's extensive diplomatic experi

Fuel Price Hike: From Groceries To Cab Rides, What May Get Costlier

Petrol, Diesel Price Hike: In India, about 65% of freight moves by road. A hike in fuel prices leads to a rise in the prices of all other commodi

Former West Bengal Minister Rathin Ghosh Appears Before ED After Multiple Delays

Kolkata, May 15: Rathin Ghosh, the former Food and Supplies Minister of West Bengal, finally appeared before the Enforcement Directorate (ED) off

Watch: Inside Vijays Leo-inspired cafe in Kashmir

Sifar Cafe in Anantnag district, 40 kilometres from Pahalgam in South Kashmir, has become the epicentre of tourists from South India. It is the e

Vishal Bhardwaj and Shaunak Sen team up to mentor India co-production fund

Humans of Cinema and Safarnaama Pictures have launched an exciting co-production fund worth 40,00,000, dedicated to supporting fresh voices in In

Jailer 2 film crew member electrocuted to death in shooting site near Chennai

Sources said actor Rajinikanth was scheduled to join the shoot around 2 p.m., but the schedule was cancelled following the incident.

Southwest monsoon likely to set in over Kerala on May 26: IMD

The Southwest Monsoon is expected to arrive in Kerala on May 26. The India Meteorological Department announced this on Friday. Favorable climate

NEET Paper Leak: Accused Allegedly Bought Paper For Son Who Scored 50.8% In Boards

NEET UG 2026 Paper Leak row: According to the marksheet, Rishi scored 254 marks out of 500, securing an overall score of 50.80 per cent. Subject-

Punjab Kings Playoff Hopes Still Alive, Says Brad Haddin

Dharamshala, May 15: In the 58th match of IPL 2026, Punjab Kings (PBKS) faced a 6-wicket defeat against Mumbai Indians (MI). This marks PBKSs fif

Maa Behen: Madhuri Dixit and Triptii Dimris comedy-drama gets release date

Directed by Suresh Triveni, the film also stars Dharna Durgaa, Ravi Kishan, Geetanjali Kulkarni, Arunoday Singh, and Shardul Bhardwaj

India Ready To Extend All Possible Support For Peace In West Asia: PM Modi In UAE

ABU DHABI, May 15: India is ready to extend all possible support to bring peace in West Asia, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Friday during

BJP Spokesperson Shahzad Poonawala Criticizes DMK, Congress, and TVK for Their Political Tactics

New Delhi, May 15: BJP spokesperson Shahzad Poonawala launched a sharp attack on DMK, Congress, and TVK on Friday. He claimed that these parties

Andhra government notifies recruitment drive to fill 1,523 teaching faculty posts across 19 universities

Applications will be accepted online from May 18 through the portal and the last date for submission is June 8

Africa's Top Health Body Confirms New Ebola Outbreak In Remote Congo Province

The deaths and suspected cases have been recorded mainly in the Mongwalu and Rwampara health zones, the Africa Centres for Disease Control and Pr

OpenAI Launches Codex Feature in ChatGPT Mobile App for iOS and Android Users

New Delhi, May 15: OpenAI, the parent company of ChatGPT, has integrated its AI coding assistant, Codex, into the ChatGPT mobile app. This featur

War worsens Lebanon's economic crisis with job losses, slow business, soaring prices

Lebanon suffered some $70 billion in losses in its financial sector, further compounded by about $11 billion in the 2024 war between Israel and H

'Engineered For Addiction': WHO Slams Soaring Nicotine Pouch Sales

The report highlighted well-documented health risks associated with nicotine use, including for cardiovascular risk and mental health.

Cannes 2026: Sandra Hller ignites early Oscar buzz as Pawel Pawlikowskis Fatherland earns 5-minute standing ovation

Set in 1949 during the early years of the Cold War, Fatherland follows celebrated German writer Thomas Mann and his daughter Erika as they travel

PM Modi Condemns Attacks on UAE, Pledges Support for Peace and Stability

Abu Dhabi, May 15: Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in the capital of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) as part of his five-nation tour.

Basavaraj Bommai Criticizes Siddaramaiah Governments Hijab Decision in Schools

Bengaluru, May 15: Former Karnataka Chief Minister and BJP MP Basavaraj Bommai has sharply criticized the Siddaramaiah governments recent decisio

Kartavya movie review: Saif Ali Khan overshadows a sterile heartland thriller

A heartland noir that calculates the cost of conscience,Kartavyastruggles under the weight of structural sanitisation, a flattened antagonist, an

Delhi CM Rekha Gupta announces two days of work from home for govt offices

'Kartavya' Review: A Solid Saif Ali Khan Steers A Familiar, Effective Thriller

Saif Ali Khan makes it easy to overlook the rough edges, writes Suchin Mehrotra.

Govt hikes petrol & diesel prices; Opposition slams move

State-run oil companies have increased the prices of petrol and diesel by 3 per litre, amid mounting pressure from global crude oil prices follow

US Stock Market on Friday: S&P 500, Dow Jones, Nasdaq to crash today or these factors will uplift Wall Street? details here

US Stock Market today: Nasdaq, S&P 500, and Dow Jones investors will hope that Wall Street indexes will end the week in a strong note.

Fuel Prices in India Rise Less Than Neighboring Countries, Says Ghulam Ali Khatana

New Delhi, May 15: The discussion around rising petrol and diesel prices is intensifying across the nation. Meanwhile, leaders from the BJPs NDA

From Fertility To Full-Body Health: What PMOS Really Means For Women In Their 20s And 30s

The shift from PCOS to PMOS changes that understanding in an important way. It tells women that this is not just about ovaries, cysts or pregnanc

Adani Sportsline Appoints Simon Helmot as Head Coach of Gulf Giants for ILT20 2026

Ahmedabad, May 15: Adani Sportsline has appointed experienced Australian cricket strategist Simon Helmot as the head coach of Gulf Giants ahead o

Video of Rajnath Singh Saying Ministers Wont Resign Predates NEET Paper Leak

The video dates back to June 2015 and does not show his statement after the 2026 NEET-UG paper leak.

Opinion: Opinion | A New Gulf Divide Is Forming, And India Risks Getting Caught In The Middle

The UAE-Saudi rivalry is no longer just a Middle East story. It's becoming India's strategic headache.

Why Tata Sons is facing pressure to go public | An explainer

Tata Sons is under pressure to list on the stock market. This comes from its shareholders and potential Reserve Bank of India rules. A board meet

UAE's F-16 jets escort PM Modi's aircraft as he enters its airspace

Prime Minister Narendra Modi begins a significant five-nation tour. His journey starts in the UAE, followed by visits to the Netherlands, Sweden,

PM Modi Reaches UAE, Marks The Beginning Of Five-Nation Visit

PM Modi was welcomed by UAE President Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan.

Jaishankar Emphasizes Need for Reform at BRICS Summit

New Delhi, May 15: On the second day of the BRICS Summit 2026, Indias External Affairs Minister Dr. S. Jaishankar addressed his counterparts and

Unnao rape case: SC sets aside order suspending Sengars life term, asks HC to decide plea afresh

NEW DELHI, May 15: The Supreme Court on Friday set aside a Delhi High Court order suspending the life sentence of former BJP MLA Kuldeep Singh Se

Dr. Nene Celebrates Madhuri Dixits Birthday with Heartfelt Video

Mumbai, May 15: Dr. Shriram Nene made his wife Madhuri Dixits birthday truly special. He shared an emotional video that captures beautiful and me

PM Modi in UAE: India signs defence, gas supply and strategic oil reserves pacts wih UAE

India and the United Arab Emirates forged new ties on Friday. Key agreements were signed in defence cooperation, energy security, and infrastruct

When Eminence Meets Excellence: A Jury of Exceptional Gravitas For The NDTV Profit Business Leadership Awards

The NDTV Profit Business Leadership Awards have been purposefully curated to recognise exceptional leaders who have shaped the destiny of Indian

AAP, Congress attack BJP, Delhi Police over deteriorating law and order situation

AAP chief Arvind Kejriwal said in a post on X, Once again, a gangrape has taken place in a moving bus in Delhi. We learnt nothing from Nirbhaya.

NASAs Innovative LESTR Technology to Test Moons Extreme Cold Temperatures

New Delhi, May 15: The Moon experiences scorching heat during the day and bone-chilling cold at night. In light of this, NASA has taken a signifi

Xi Gives Trump Rare Tour Of Secret Garden At Heart Of Chinese Government

After talks on trade, Taiwan and Iran, Chinese President Xi Jinping showed off the centuriesold trees in Beijings walledoff Zhongnanhai compound,

Rathindra Bose elected West Bengal Assembly speaker

Rathindranath Bose has been unanimously elected as the West Bengal Assembly Speaker. Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari emphasized the importance of

NEET UG 2026 Paper Leak: No Question Of Scrapping NTA, Says Education Minister

NEET UG 2026 Paper Leak: Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan says there is no proposal to scrap NTA. Government focus to strengthen the exam sy

North Korea slams U.K. over sanctions on children's camp

Since Moscow invaded Ukraine in 2022, human rights activists have raised concerns that Ukrainian children from Russian-occupied territories were