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From Hormuz to the Indus: Why Geography Still Shapes Global Politics

Akshay Chavan, author of the book, The Wealth Networks: How Roads, Rivers and Seas Shaped India, explains why the routes that once shaped kingdom

Video: Pinarayi Vijayan Supporters Attack Probe Team's Car, Smash Windshield

Personnel of a central police force were attacked with slippers by supporters of former Kerala chief minister Pinarayi Vijayan today as Enforceme

West Asia crisis may soon make everyday goods costlier in India

India faces a looming price hike on everyday goods as global commodity costs surge due to the West Asia conflict. Manufacturers are absorbing ris

Bihar Government Intensifies Anti-Corruption Drive with Major Raids on BDOs Properties

Patna, May 27: The Bihar government has ramped up its campaign against corruption. In a significant operation, the Economic Offences Unit (EOU) c

ITBP-Ladakh MoU To Help Farmers Find Markets For Their Produce: LG

LEH/JAMMU, May 27: Lieutenant Governor of Ladakh Vinai Kumar Saxena on Wednesday said an MoU was signed between the ITBP Leh Frontier and the Uni

India Power Demand Hits Record 270 GW As Heat Spurs AC Use

India's electricity grid just crossed a historic threshold. Last week, peak power demand surged to a record 270 GW, not because factories suddenl

Trinamool Congress' MLA Dilip Mondal arrested by Bengal police from Puri for making 'provocative' remarks

West Bengal TMC MLA Dilip Mondal was arrested in Puri, Odisha on Wednesday. Police apprehended him following a complaint about provocative remark

Rs 1,150 Crore Worth Cocaine Seized From Vessel Off Mundra Coast

The total seized contraband weighed around 115 kg, and its estimated value in the international market is approximately Rs 1,150 crore, as per op

Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah to Clarify Leadership Speculations After Delhi Visit

Bengaluru, May 27: Amid ongoing speculation about a potential leadership change in Karnataka, Chief Minister Siddaramaiah announced that he would

Defence Ministry issues AMCA fighter jet tenders to Tata, L&T-BEL, Bharat Forge-BEML: Report

India's defence ministry has moved forward with its indigenous fifth-generation fighter jet program. The Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft RFP has

Assam Assembly passes Uniform Civil Code Bill

Speaker rejected the Opposition's demand that the Bill be sent to a select committee for wider consultation

U.S. military strike on alleged drug boat in eastern Pacific kills one, leaves two survivors

The Pentagon watchdog said last week that it will evaluate whether the U.S. military followed an established targeting framework when carrying ou

Measures like tax relief, import curbs can shield India from West Asia crisis: Report

NEW DELHI, May 27: India needs to undertake measures such as tax moderation to boost export competitiveness, targeted import curbs on non-essenti

50 years of Ilaiyaraaja: The heartbeat of Tamil Nadus mofussil buses

Why does every mofussil bus driver in Tamil Nadu inevitably gravitate towards Ilaiyaraajas music? We find out

Quote of the day by Henry Ford: 'The only real mistake is the one...' Life lessons on learning, shortcomings and course correction by American industrialist who revolutionized factory production

Quote of the day by Henry Ford highlights the importance of learning from mistakes, accepting shortcomings and making course correction in life.

Goyal woos Canadian investors to partner with India in clean energy, AI

NEW DELHI, May 27:Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal has held meetings with Canadas leading pension funds, sovereign and institutional i

CPI(M) Workers Clash with ED Officials Outside Former CM Vijayans Residence

Thiruvananthapuram, May 27: A significant uproar occurred outside the residence of former Chief Minister and current opposition leader Pinarayi V

International Road Federation seeks GST cut on helmets, ambulances, essential medical equipment

NEW DELHI, May 27: Global road safety body International Road Federation (IRF) on Wednesday urged Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the GST counci

India rice exports decline as Iran war curbs basmati shipments to Gulf

India's rice exports saw a slight dip in the first four months of 2026. Shipments of premium basmati rice to Gulf markets faced disruptions. This

Demographic changes due to illegal migration not limited to border areas: MHA

India's Home Ministry has formed a High-Level Committee on Demographic Changes. This committee will study the effects of illegal immigration acro

Ruckus Outside Pinarayis Home As ED Searches Premises

During the commotion, some protesters allegedly threw plastic bottles, helmets and stones at security personnel standing guard on the premises

IT dept enables online ITR-2 filing for AY27

NEW DELHI, May 27: The Income Tax Department on Wednesday enabled online filing of ITR-2 for the assessment year 2026-27 on the e-filing portal.

India to become $40 bn space industry, says Naidu at super pressure balloon launch in Vijayawada

Karnataka Leadership Change: Minister Satish Jarkiholi Addresses Speculations

New Delhi, May 27: Karnatakas Public Works Minister, Satish Jarkiholi, has stated that all speculations regarding the leadership change will be c

Congress asks EC to postpone Maharashtra SIR exercise amid Ashadhi pilgrimage

The Congress party has requested the Election Commission to delay the special intensive revision of electoral rolls in Maharashtra. This is due t

India's Billionaire Count To Surge 51% By 2031, Outpace US, China: Report

Between 2021 and 2026, India's population of ultra-high-net-worth individuals -- people with wealth exceeding $30 million -- surged 63%

T.N. Higher Education Minister says CM need not be Chancellor of universities; VCK criticises remark

During his visit to Madurai, the Minister had stated that the present TVK-led government should not find it imperative to stick to the stand take

Ram Charan's Bodyguard is One of the Highest-Paid Security Professionals

Peddi, meanwhile, is gearing up for a June 4 release. It will be the biggest theatrical release in Ram Charan's career after RRR.

Respect Hindu sentiments for peaceful coexistence: VHP amid Eid-ul-Azha row

Gujarat shocker: Husband sells wife for Rs 50,000 after he 'grows tired'; she was raped for 10 days

A shocking case of human trafficking and sexual assault has emerged in Palanpur, Gujarat. A 26-year-old woman was allegedly sold by her husband f

Lionel Messis Wobbly Statue in Kolkata Symbolizes TMCs Decline

Kolkata, May 27: Legendary footballer Lionel Messi visited Kolkata last December, where a 64-foot statue was erected in his honor. Initially seen

SRH could be dangerous for RR | IPL Show 2026

RCB has been excellent through the league, but if there is one team that could challenge them then it is SRH. RR needs to be at its best in the e

UPSC CSE Prelims 2026 answer key out at upsc.gov.in; check steps to download and more

The UPSC has released the provisional answer key for the Civil Services Prelims 2026 before the final result, a significant procedural reform. Ca

Indian aviation safety, its dangerous credibility deficit

The transparent and the truthful report promised on the Ahmedabad air crash in June 2025 appears to be a dream

SC upholds govt retrospective 28% GST levy on online gaming companies

The Supreme Court has backed the government's retrospective 28% GST on online gaming. The court ruled that online gaming platforms are not interm

Isha Singh Discusses Dark Roles and the Importance of Emotional Detachment in Acting

Mumbai, May 27: Renowned television actress Isha Singh is gearing up for the release of her upcoming film Obsess. The trailer, filled with dark s

Siddaramaiah can break silence soon; Karnataka power struggle turns national challenge for Congress

IT Dept Enables Online ITR-2 Filing For AY 2027

The department had, on May 15, enabled online filing of ITR-1 and ITR-4, which are filed by small and medium taxpayers

Anti-Encroachment Drive: 2 Inquiry Committees Constituted To Probe FRA Violations, Says Javed Rana

JAMMU, May 27: Jammu and Kashmir Forest Minister Javed Rana on Wednesday reached out to people affected by the recent anti-encroachment drive in

We TRUSTED too much: Stephen Miller REVEALS how fraudsters ransacked Minnesota welfare system

Watch: Bengaluru Ebola alert: Uganda woman tests negative

A suspected Ebola case in Bengaluru triggered a health alert after a 28-year-old woman from Uganda was isolated with mild symptoms

Severe Heatwave Hits Rajasthan, Temperatures Soar to 47 Degrees in Sri Ganganagar

Jaipur, May 27: A severe heatwave continues to grip Rajasthan, with Sri Ganganagar recording a staggering maximum temperature of 47 degrees Celsi

Trial in Manipur ethnic violence cases needs to be expedited: SC

The Supreme Court is pushing for faster trials in the Manipur ethnic violence cases. Authorities have been asked to submit a status report. Charg

AZORTE Strengthens Pan-India Presence with Two New Strategic Store Launches in Bengaluru and Ahmedabad

BYJUS founder Byju Raveendran sentenced to jail by Singapore court

A Singapore court has sentenced Byju Raveendran to six months in prison for contempt of court over non-compliance with orders linked to his asset

EFICYENT Marks Global Presence at Money20/20 Asia and Money20/20 Europe

Protesters attack ED officials vehicle outside Pinarayi Vijayans house in Kerala capital after raids

Attack happens after ED officials completed raid and were leaving the premises

Rs 1,150 Crore Cocaine Seized Off Gujarat Coast In International Drug Bust; 3 Foreigners Held

AHMEDABAD, May 27: In a major drug haul, the Gujarat ATS and the Indian Coast Guard have busted an international trafficking network, seizing 115

Enlit Africa 2026: Huawei Launches Intelligent Substation Solution for Sub-Saharan Africa

TMC's Lok Sabha MP Kakoli Ghosh Dastidar resigns from all party posts

Kolkata Lok Sabha MP Kakoli Ghosh Dastidar has resigned from all her Trinamool Congress organisational posts. This follows her public disappointm

Vishwanath Alluri Leads Thought-Provoking Conversation on the Human Side of Leadership in Mumbai

Shia Board Welcomes Demographic Committee, Calls for Population Monitoring

Lucknow, May 27: The All India Shia Personal Law Board has welcomed the formation of a high-level committee by the Ministry of Home Affairs to ad

Rajasthan petrol pump operators threaten indefinite strike from Jun 1 over supply, pricing issues

Petrol pump operators in Rajasthan plan an indefinite strike from June 1. They demand government intervention on fuel pricing, supply disruptions

People's Support for TDP has Remained Unwavering for Years: Naidu

Delivering his keynote address on the first day of TDP's annual conclave 'Mahanadu' at the party's central office in Mangalagiri, Naidu highlight

Fact-Check: Does This Video Show Muslims Attacking Kolhapur Temple Priests? No!

The video is old and shows an altercation between priests and devotees at Kolhapur's Jyotiba Temple.

UK Suspends Indian-Origin Doctor. He Slept With Patient, Gave Her Opioids

The accused doctor, Chirag Patel, a consultant neurosurgeon at Cardiff's University Hospital of Wales, claimed to have prescribed opioid painkill

Supreme Court says time-stamping of voting on VVPAT slips technical matter in Election Commission's domain

The Supreme Court has asked the Election Commission to decide on a plea seeking to add the precise time of voting to VVPAT slips. This measure ai

Solan forest fire: IAFs Chinook helicopters fetch water from Sukhna lake to douse flames

Karnataka to get new CM? Siddaramaiah to meet cabinet colleagues on May 28

Karnataka politics is once again abuzz with speculation over a possible leadership change in the Congress government.

Iran Questions US-Israel Relations Amid Rising Tensions in the Middle East

New Delhi, May 27: Irans Foreign Minister, Seyyed Abbas Araghchi, has sparked a new debate amid escalating tensions in the Middle East. He has ra

Quote of the Day by Colleen Hoover from Ugly Love: When life gives you lemons, make sure you know whose eyes you need to squeeze them in.

Colleen Hoover's Ugly Love quote subverts the life gives you lemons adage, injecting it with sharp wit and emotional realism. It captures modern

Bobby Deol Says Alpha's Action Ensured 'Tough Shoot' for Him and Alia Bhatt

Alpha is set to release in theatres on July 10, 2026 worldwide.

Traffic Curbs, Parking Diversions for Bakrid Prayers at Mir Alam Tank Edgah

The vehicular traffic coming from Puranapul, Kamatipura, Kishanbagh towards the Edgah and Mir Alam Tank for prayers will be allowed through Bahad

Students forced to study in the open amid heatwave in Bihar

When a Muslim member backed cow slaughter ban as fundamental right in Constituent Assembly

Constituent Assembly debates from November 1948 show Muslim members discussing cow slaughter. Syed Muhammad Saadulla and Z H Lari sought clarity

Tribute to Pandit Jawahar Lal Nehru

By Ashok Bahan Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru remains one of the principal architects of modern India a statesman whose vision, intellect and democrati

Telangana on High Alert as Rainfall Forecast Intensifies

Hyderabad, May 27: The Chief Minister of Telangana, K. Chandrashekar Rao, has directed officials to remain vigilant following the Orange Alert is

Who is Pooja Tomar? Muzaffarnagar girl competing in the UFC, the worlds premier Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) organization in the US

Pooja Tomar, India's first UFC fighter, faces a crucial Macau bout in 2026 after a recent loss. Hailing from humble beginnings, her journey from

Anik Dutta Death Reason: How National award-winning filmmaker known for Aparajito died

Who is Anik Dutta: Acclaimed Bengali filmmaker Anik Dutta, known for his satirical hits like 'Bhooter Bhabishyat' and 'Aparajito', has passed awa

Rapido Launches Rest Spaces for Gig Workers Across Mumbai.

The rest spaces provide free refreshments, shaded seating areas, mobile charging points, and short-break facilities for delivery partners and rid

Jammu-Kashmir Celebrates Eid-Ul-Azha With Prayers For Global Peace

JAMMU, May 27: Amid tight security arrangements, Eid-ul-Azha was celebrated across Jammu and Kashmir on Wednesday, with large congregations of Mu

After Uttarakhand, Gujarat, Uniform Civil Code In Assam

After Uttarakhand, Gujarat, Uniform Civil Code In Assam

Air India flight to San Francisco returns to Delhi due to technical snag

The aircraft, with around 230 passengers onboard, had been airborne for more than three hours and was flying through Chinese airspace before dive

End Of An Era: Veteran Sports Administrator Randhir Singh Dies

NEW DELHI, May 27: Veteran sports administrator and Indias first shooting gold-medallist in Asian Games, Randhir Singh, died here on Wednesday af

Premium Assam CTC tea fetches record Rs 800/kg at Guwahati Auction Centre

Guwahati Tea Auction Centre witnessed strong demand, with Deckiajuli Tea Estate setting a new record at Rs 800 per kg for its BOPSM grade. This a

Donald Trump is getting the Republican Party that he wants. But can he win in the midterms?

President Trump's strong influence in Republican primaries presents a challenge for the party's upcoming midterm elections. Voters are reportedly

Essential HPV Vaccine in the Fight Against Cervical Cancer: Expert Insights

New Delhi, May 27: Cancer is a term that instills fear even at the mere mention. In todays irregular lifestyle, it has become a common ailment. H

LG Saxena Reviews Functioning Of Drug Deaddiction Centres In Ladakh

Leh, May 27: In the wake of the alarming rise in cases of drug abuse in Ladakh and the growing concerns around it, Lieutenant Governor, Vinai Kum

NDA Leaders Welcome Supreme Courts Decision on Special Intensive Review of Voter Lists

New Delhi, May 27: The Supreme Court upheld the Election Commissions decision regarding the Special Intensive Review (SIR) of voter lists on Wedn

UP Woman, Lover' Tie Her Husband To Cot, Setting Him Ablaze

The lover would visit the woman for nearly two years, posing as her brother-in-law.

Anik Dutta: Bhooter Bhabishyat director and National Award winner passes away after falling from roof

National Award-winning filmmaker Anik Dutta has passed away after a fall from his roof. Known for his satirical films like 'Bhooter Bhabishyat' a

Two killed, five fisherfolk women hurt as lorry hits autorickshaw near Kakinada

A lorry struck an autorickshaw carrying six fisherfolk women from Uppada on the Samarlakota bridge; the driver and one woman died

Jagan Accuses Andhra Govt of Neglecting Sugali Preeti Case

The case relates to the death of Preeti, a minor girl, during the previous TDP regime

I will speak tomorrow: Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah says, amid talk of power transition

Party sources indicated that the Congress Legislative Party meeting, where the likely successor of Mr. Siddaramaiah could be named or elected, is

'Lucknow Woman's Dowry Death Was 6 Months In Making,' Family Details Torture

According to Shweta's two sisters, the groom and his father demanded Rs 10 lakh and a Scorpio car at the time of vidaayi (farewell).

India in talks to buy Operation Sindoor hero 'S-400' from Russia

India is in negotiations with Russia for additional S-400 air defence systems, following the successful deployment of five regimental sets. The i

Renowned Olympian and Sports Administrator Randhir Singh Passes Away

New Delhi, May 27: Randhir Singh, one of Indias most influential sports administrators and an Olympian in shooting, passed away on Wednesday at t

Climate change linked with rise in antibiotic resistance genes in salmonella: analysis

The result suggests that environmental changes can speed up how bacteria adapt to antibiotics

SRH vs RR Eliminator: Sooryavanshi and Archer Set for High-Stakes IPL 2026 Clash

Sunrisers Hyderabad and Rajasthan Royals gear up for a blockbuster IPL 2026 Eliminator featuring Vaibhav Sooryavanshis explosive batting and Jofr

SRH vs RR Weather Updates of Chandigarh: Will rain affect IPL 2026 Eliminator? Check pitch report & what happens if match gets washed out?

Chandigarh Weather Forecast, SRH vs RR: Sunrisers Hyderabad face Rajasthan Royals in the IPL 2026 Eliminator at Mullanpur. SRH finished third on