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EPS Records State-High Victory Margin; TVK Debuts with Massive Wins in Tamil Nadu

The lowest victory margin in the state was recorded in Paramathi-Velur, where AIADMK candidate Sekar S. of managed to scrape through by 308 votes

Mahayuti Registers Comfortable Wins In Baramati, Rahuri Bypolls

In Baramati, Sunetra Pawar led from the early postal ballots to all 24 rounds, eventually securing a massive victory with a total vote count of 2

Trump slams Fed Chair Jerome Powell as Disaster as Mortgage rates Stay above 6.5% and 10-year yield nears 4.5%

US interest rates are still high and causing problems for home buyers. Donald Trump criticized Fed Chair Jerome Powell over this issue. Mortgage

Kerala Assembly Elections 2026: UDF retains Muvattupuzha, Perumbavoor with improved margins, wrests Kothamangalam

Front retains Muvattupuzha and Perumbavoor with sharply improved margins and wrests Kothamangalam from the Left, as Mathew Kuzhalnadan, Manoj Moo

CUET-UGCentre Allotment Sparks Nationwide Anxiety Among Aspirants

Violence and Vandalism Erupt in Bengal Following BJPs Landslide Victory; TMC Offices Attacked

At Jamuria in Paschim Bardhaman district, unidentified persons allegedly set a local TMC office on fire, another senior police officer said.

Prosenjit Bag Wins Jangipara Seat by Narrow Margin in West Bengal Elections

Kolkata, May 5: In a closely contested battle during the West Bengal Assembly elections of 2026, Prosenjit Bag of the BJP secured the Jangipara s

BJP Appoints Leaders for Puducherry Assembly Election Leadership Selection

New Delhi, May 5: The National Democratic Alliance (NDA) has regained a majority in the Puducherry Assembly elections. In light of this victory,

BJPs Sukra Munda Triumphs in Bengals Mal Assembly Election

Kolkata, May 5: In a significant victory for the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), Sukra Munda has won the Mal Assembly seat in West Bengal. He defea

T.N. Assembly election 2026: DMKs Periyakaruppan loses by one vote in Tirupattur

At the end of the penultimate round of counting, he was leading by 30 votes

Working on long-term fix for water supply in Delhi: Rekha Gupta

Rupee Closes At Record Low Of 95.08

According to a Reuters report, the RBI is studying ways to mobilise dollar inflows to bolster its foreign exchange buffers and cushion rising pre

Poriborton claims Mamata, upheaval claims Stalin: Assembly results deal blows to ruling giants

Key political figures faced significant defeats in recent assembly elections. Chief Ministers Mamata Banerjee and MK Stalin lost their seats. Sev

IPL 2026: Rickelton, Rohit combine to power MI past LSG

The left-right pair stitches together a 143-run opening stand as the five-time champion chases down 229 with ease; the Mumbai outfit keeps its pl

Europe signals retaliation if Trump raises auto tariffs

The dispute adds to tensions over a long-delayed transatlantic trade pact. The two sides reached an initial agreement last July, but EU lawmakers

Pharma exports surpass $31 billion in FY26 despite global headwinds

Indian pharmaceutical exports reached over $31 billion in FY26. March saw a significant 23% drop, primarily due to a slowdown in the United State

NDA wins 5 of 7 bypolls; Congress takes 2 in Karnataka

In a decisive round of by-elections across Gujarat, Maharashtra, Nagaland, and Tripura, the BJP and its allies have reaffirmed their dominance, s

Reliance Trust challenges I-T move to cancel registration

Several prominent charitable organizations in Mumbai are facing the cancellation of their tax registrations. The tax department cites commercial

BJP Secures Major Victory in Assam Elections, Major Upset for Congress Leaders

Guwahati, May 5: In the Assam Assembly elections, several prominent figures emerged as major winners and losers. Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sar

BJP gains in Bengal may accelerate reforms push amid economic headwinds

The dominant National Democratic Alliance constituent at the Centre has registered its maiden victory in West Bengal, retained Assam and Puducher

Congress Has No Existence Outside Kerala, Karnataka Will Face Defeat: Prahlad Joshi

New Delhi, May 5: Union Minister for Food and Consumer Affairs, Prahlad Joshi, stated on Monday that the Congress party has lost its significance

Indian Boxers Shine at Asian Boxing Championship Under-15 and Under-17 Categories

Tashkent, May 5: Indian youth boxers continue to impress at the Asian Boxing Under-15 and Under-17 Championship 2026 held in Tashkent, Uzbekistan

UAE defends OPEC exit; Warns Hormuz must stay open amid West Asia tensions

The UAE has exited OPEC and OPEC+ stating it is a sovereign decision. This comes after an ADNOC tanker was hit by Iranian drones in the Strait of

MMC Launches QR-Coded Boards for Civic Works

Officials said the initiative will not only increase accountability among contractors and officials but also enhance public participation.

TVK meet in Chennai today; AIADMK and Congress tie-up options on table

The TVK party has become the largest in Tamil Nadu, leading in over 100 constituencies. Plans are now in motion to form the government. Candidate

In blockbuster debut, TVK emerges as single largest party

Vijay-led TVK has emerged as the single largest party in Tamil Nadu, disrupting the long-standing dominance of Dravidian parties. The actor-turne

Centre Assures Support for Telangana Welfare Scheme

He reviewed schemes being implemented by the state government in Scheduled Caste development, BC welfare (OBCs/EBCs/DNTs), welfare of persons wit

RBI flags false loan waiver claims by some, warns of legal action

RBI cautioned such campaigns can mislead borrowers into believing their obligations can be written off outside formal processes, which could affe

Hall Tickets Released for TGSWREIS Exam

The social welfare secretary advised candidates to attend the exam with their hall ticket

Kerala Assembly polls 2026: No surprises in Piravom, Aluva, and Angamaly

Anoop Jacob of Kerala Congress (Jacob) retains Piravom, defeats Kerala Congress(M)s Sabu K. Jacob; Jibi Abraham of Twenty20 trails third, while U

Champions League: Winner of blockbuster PSG-Bayern sequel to face Arsenal or Atletico in final

Football fans anticipate exciting Champions League semifinal second legs. Paris Saint-Germain faces Bayern Munich after a high-scoring first matc

Musi Rejuvenation: Revenue Dept Summons Richmond Villa Owners for Land Acquisition Inquiry

This comes as part of the Gandhi Sarovar land acquisition linked to Musi rejuvenation process.

Parent Carry Sons Dead Body on Vegetable Cart in Karimnagar

Yakubs parents, Elkapelli Veeraiah and Rukkamma, are fruit vendors.

Dr. Pranot Tudu of BJP Wins Binpur Assembly Seat by 22,977 Votes

New Delhi, May 5: Dr. Pranot Tudu of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has secured victory in the Binpur Assembly constituency of West Bengal. He

Manohar Lal Khattar: From Humble Beginnings to Haryanas Chief Minister

New Delhi, May 5: Manohar Lal Khattar, born on May 5, 1954, into a modest family, has emerged as a significant leader in Haryana and Indian polit

ED Interrogates Prabhat Chakanakar for Eight Hours in Ashok Kharat Money Laundering Case

Mumbai, May 5: Prabhat Chakanakar, sister of former Maharashtra State Womens Commission chairperson and NCP leader Rupali Chakanakar, appeared be

TVK sweeps in four ACs in Sivaganga district

AP Grants rS369 Crore for Modernisation of Guntur Channel

Union minister of state for rural development Pemmasani Chandrasekhar has come up with a proposal for modernisation of Guntur Channel and said th

Is US going to strike Iran within hours as Tehran strikes ships at Hormuz and attacks the Fujairah oil terminal? What we know

Tensions in the Gulf are escalating rapidly, with a UAE official warning of a potential US or Israeli strike on Iran within 24 hours. Recent miss

Korean proverb of the day Knowing the road and walking the road are clearly different: Everyone learns, few act what secret fear keeps you stuck despite knowing exactly what to do today? The uncomfortable truth about successinformation is everywhere, but execution is where real progress begins

Korean proverb proves action matters more than knowledge: There is an ancient Korean proverb that cuts straight to the bone of human experience:

Trinamool ousted as BJP sweeps West Bengal

BJP retains strongholds in north and southwest Bengal and makes inroads in Trinamool bastions of Kolkata and adjoining districts; partys vote sha

Digital display systems to be provided to health centres in Hunsur under Swasthya Swaraj programme

Middle East crisis: Three Indians injured after drone strike sparks fire at Fujairah oil zone in UAE

A drone strike from Iran injured three Indian nationals in Fujairah, UAE, igniting a fire at the petroleum industries zone. UAE defense confirmed

Tamil Nadu stares at coalition government; Rahul Gandhi reaches out to Vijay

Journalists had a tough time getting access to counting centres in Madurai

Dedicated Commission Inquiries on Socio-Economic Status of BCs

He said reservations would be finalised after assessing the BC population ratio in each constituency and that the commissions objective was to en

Piyush Goyal Reviews Progress on Free Trade Agreements with Officials

New Delhi, May 5: Commerce and Trade Minister Piyush Goyal held a review meeting on May 4 to assess the progress of Indias Free Trade Agreements

TMCs Rathin Ghosh Wins Madhyamgram Seat with Record Voter Turnout

Kolkata, May 5: In the second phase of the West Bengal Assembly elections, the Trinamool Congress (TMC) has solidified its grip on the crucial Ma

BJP's Heavy Campaign Against Infiltration Amid SIR, Scams Caused TMC's Defeat

Till night, BJP topped the list with 207 seats among which it won 187 seats, crossing the magic figure which has come down to 147 from 148 since

S. Jaishankars Visit to Jamaica: India Gifts Mobile Hospital System for Disaster Relief

New Delhi, May 5: Indian External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar met with Jamaican Prime Minister Andrew Holness during his visit to Jamaica. The

Direct tax mop-up misses FY26 target; Collections rise 5%

India's direct tax collections saw a modest rise in FY26. However, the total mop-up missed the revised target by 81,000 crore. Both corporate and

R. Mohan | A Phenomenon Called Vijay Lives up to His Name

Actor-turned-leader leads Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam to a landmark first victory

Works for Godavari Pushkaralu to Be Done With Funds From Centre, State

The works include laying of roads, construction of drainages, ghats, supply potable water and development of parks, all of which would be taken u

PMI rises to 54.7; Inflation pressures mount

India's manufacturing sector saw modest growth in April. New orders and production improved, boosting activity. However, rising costs due to the

Police Search for Missing TD Leader Manikanta

Police issued a notice under Section 41A and called him to the station twice.

EAPCET Agriculture, Pharmacy Papers Rated Moderate

The exam was held in two sessions. In the morning, 30,333 candidates registered and 28,046 appeared, while in the afternoon 30,253 registered and

State Cabinet Seeks CBI Inquiry into BRS's Power Irregularities

The Cabinet also decided to revise land prices across the state and to rationalise land values scientifically in certain regions, where significa

I want to be Indias fielding coach... I feel I am almost there: Yagnik

He hopes to become the best in the world in his area of expertise; says he is relishing his role at Knight Riders after making the switch from Ro

7 Exercises That Can Help To Reduce Inflammation In The Body

Performing the right exercises can help to effectively reduce inflammatory markers in the body and support your body's natural healing processes.

74 Mandals Reel Under Severe Heat Wave Across 16 Districts

He explained that while certain regions will face intense heat, others will experience rainfall accompanied by lightning.

Watch: Kerala elections 2026: key winners and losers

A look at the key candidates in the Kerala elections who returned victorious and those who failed to win seats.

2 Dead, Several Injured After Car Rams Crowd In Germany's Leipzig

Germany has been shaken by a series of car-ramming attacks in recent years, including one targeting a Christmas market in 2024 in Magdeburg.

Student loan forgiveness changes hit middle class hard: New bill counts jobless months, speeds up debt relief for laid-off workers

New student loan rules may help people who lose jobs. The plan could count no-payment months for loan forgiveness. This can help middle-class wor

Supreme Court asks Karnataka for report on Darshans prison amenities plea

BJPs Kaustav Bagchi Triumphs Over TMCs Raj Chakraborty in Barrackpur Seat

Kolkata, May 4: In an exciting contest for the Barrackpur assembly seat in North 24 Parganas district, BJP candidate Kaustav Bagchi secured a sig

IRS tax deadline extension for Washington disaster relief: New 2026 filing date, eligibility, process, refund insights and key updates

IRS tax deadline extension 2026: Washington residents hit by severe weather now have until August 15, 2026, to file taxes, thanks to an IRS exten

Major Relief for Electricity Consumers in Uttar Pradesh: Prepaid Smart Meters to Function Like Postpaid

Lucknow, May 4: The Uttar Pradesh government has announced a significant decision aimed at easing the burden on electricity consumers. Under the

Mercury plunges as snow, rains hit Kashmir, Himachal & Uttarakhand

VPA Expands Dust Suppression Systems Across Cargo Yards

The meeting was led by MLA Vamsikrishna Srinivasa Yadav and deputy chairperson Roshni Aparanji Korati.

Food safety inspection flags unsafe cooking oil at KFC outlet in Kondapur

Shikha Mukerjee | A Hindu Vote for Change Shakes Up West Bengal

Mamata Banerjee faces defeat amid strong anti-incumbency wave

Two Women Die As Tree Falls In Peda Bayalu Market, ASR district

The incident occurred near the old MPDO office during the market, which attracts vendors and shoppers from nearby villages: Reports

One meal a day with millets initiative launched

Gujarat woman found dead in Jammu hotel basement

Do you always try to impress others and seek validation? Psychology says this could be a sign of deeper insecurity quietly destroying your happiness and stopping you from having meaningful relationships

The psychology of people who constantly try to impress others reveals a complex mix of emotional needs, learned behaviours, and social pressures.

Prolonged AC, Rising Pollution, Lifestyle Changes Driving Asthma Surge

Asthma, a chronic inflammatory disease of the airways, causes breathlessness, wheezing, chest tightness and persistent coughing.

US stock market crashes today: Whats happening with Dow Jones, S&P 500 and Nasdaq as $200 billion vanishes in minutes from US stocks - Dow plunges 565 points, all sectors sink while oil surges with WTI up 3.4% and Brent jumping 5%

US stock market crashes today. Investors are asking whats happening with the Dow Jones Industrial Average, S&P 500, and Nasdaq Composite. Nearly

Sonam Wangchuk, LAB oppose power JV in Ladakh

How BJP's well-oiled vote machine breached Mamata's Bengal fortress

The Bharatiya Janata Party achieved a significant victory in the West Bengal Assembly elections. Their campaign focused on booth-level organizati

AP CM, Pawan, Lokesh Hail NDA, TVKs Vijay

He also congratulated Vijay for his victory in the Tamil Nadu assembly elections and wished him success in serving the people.

Russia declares May 8-9 truce, threatens attack if Ukraine breaks it

Russia on Monday declared a unilateral ceasefire with Ukraine between May 8-9, when Moscow marks its annual World War II Victory Day commemoratio

Thalapathy Vijay Emerges as a Political Force in Tamil Nadu Elections

Chennai, May 4: South Indian cinema superstar Thalapathy Vijay is making waves in the political arena. His party, the Tamilga Vetria Kazhagam (TV

Mumbai Indians Triumph Over Lucknow Super Giants in IPL 2026 Clash

Mumbai, May 4: In a thrilling encounter of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026, the Mumbai Indians (MI) chased down a massive target to secure a

Millet Campaign Launched, MLA Vows Assembly Push

The campaign, led by Millet Marvels along with the Indian Institute of Millets Research (IIMR) and Nutrihub, calls on people to adopt at least on

Srivaikuntam election results 2026: TVK's G Saravanan wins by 1,186 votes

Srivaikuntam's 2026 Tamil Nadu Assembly elections feature a close contest between INC, AIADMK, and TVK. Historically, the seat has evenly split b

The Legacy of Naushad Ali: A Journey Through Struggles and Triumphs

Mumbai, May 4: The film music industry has seen many artists whose melodies continue to resonate in the hearts of fans, even after their passing.

'I'd be jailed if I released it': Marjorie Greene drops BOMBSHELL, alleges explosive Trump texts

DC Edit | Left Is Left Out in All States, UTs

LDF defeat ends a six-decade stretch of Left rule in Indian governments

SamanthaNaga Chaitanya avoid each other; SamRaj's cold chemistry draws flak, SobhitaChay look classy

Samantha Ruth Prabhu and Naga Chaitanya were spotted attending the same wedding reception in Hyderabad years after their 2021 divorce. Both arriv

Watch: When Tamil Nadus giants fell at the ballot box

Tamil Nadu saw a major political upset on May 4, 2026, as Chief Minister M. K. Stalin lost his Kolathur seat to V. S. Babu. The result reflects a