Mamata Banerjee holds meet with Trinamool Councillors amid chaos at Kolkata Municipal Corporation
Trinamool councillors convened a meeting at the Kolkata Municipal Corporation headquarters. This session followed the cancellation of a scheduled meeting. Mayor Firhad Hakim led a parallel meeting in the councillors' club room. Opposition councillors protested the exclusion from the proceedings. Allegations of locking the meeting room and obstructing democratic processes were raised. Trinamool leaders responded to the controversy.
Sun Pharma Q4 net profit up 26 per cent
Sun Pharmas profit surge is driven by strong sales and ongoing investments in R&D and acquisitions.
Second phase of Indiramma Housing, pensions to roll out from June 2: Seethakka
Hyderabad:Telangana Minister Danasari Anasuya, popularly known as Seethakka, on Friday, May 22, assured residents of Mulugu district that the second phase of Indiramma houses and 38,000 new pensions would be sanctioned from June 2, while calling for greater public participation in governance. Seethakka, who holds the portfolios of Panchayat Raj, Rural Development, Rural Water Supply Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Partition wouldnt have happened if RSS was stronger: Ambekar
Amit Shah promises Smart Border plan rollout, vows crackdown against illegal immigrants
Cong MP urges government to make air fares for Indian workers in Gulf affordable
Congress MP Vivek Tankha has alerted the government to soaring airfares impacting Indian workers in the Gulf. He urged ministers to make travel affordable for the summer vacation period, citing that current fixed travel allowances are insufficient. Millions of families are now unable to reunite annually due to the doubled costs, creating a significant economic burden.
Dept of Space clears 2 new space hubs in Gujarat, TN to build rockets, payloads, launch ecosystem
Marco Rubio India visit: Has America finally got its FOMO wake-up call?
Global powers are now vying for India's attention, recognizing its growing influence. While the US seeks to bolster trade, India has been actively forging significant trade agreements, positioning itself as a reliable and indispensable partner in a shifting geopolitical landscape.
UP: Doctor sedates dalit student, rapes her in private hospital
2 Indians die on Everest after summiting; 3rd critical at South Col
Nivesh Karki, executive director and co-founder of Pioneer Adventure, the expedition agency handling the dead climbers, said, They fell ill while descending at high altitude. We are working out how to retrieve the bodies.
Telangana Education Commission Chairman Akunuri Murali resigns
Hyderabad: in an unexpected move, Akunuri Murali, the Chairman of the Telangana Education Commission (TGEC) has tendered resignation to his post on Friday, May 22. In his resignation letter addressed to Chief Secretary K Ramakrishna Rao, he stated that he was submitting his resignation, as the Commission has completed the task of submitting a comprehensive Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Some ideas arrive not as commentary but as diagnosis. Rohit Pajnis The Shape of Reality, published on Substack, diagnoses institutional sclerosis. Pajnis thesis is devastatingly precise. Organisations that achieve greatness, he argues, eventually become prisoners of that greatness. They lose the ability to distinguish between the wisdom that engineered their ascent and the rituals that Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Twisha Sharma death case: After 10 days on run, husband reaches Jabalpur court to surrender
BRS leader Rama Rao alleges delay in arrest of Bandi Sanjay's son in POCSO case
BRS leader K T Rama Rao accused Telangana Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy of a secret deal with Union Minister Bandi Sanjay Kumar. Rama Rao claimed Kumar's son was not arrested for nine days in a POCSO case. The arrest only happened after the Telangana High Court rejected his plea for protection.
Times of Indias Inaugural TOI Home & Decor Awards 2026 to spotlight Indias design visionaries
Maharashtras economy to surpass those of Singapore, UAE in 2 to 3 years: Fadnavis
Maharashtra was not competing with any other Indian state as it has already become the world's 30th largest economy, Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Friday.
TDP-led NDA to win all 4 Rajya Sabha seats from Andhra on June 18
The TDP-led NDA is set to secure all four Rajya Sabha seats in Andhra Pradesh. Elections are scheduled for June 18, 2026. The current Rajya Sabha composition will shift following this election. Sources indicate the TDP will contest two seats, with the BJP and Janasena each vying for one. The ruling coalition's strong Assembly numbers support this projection.
Leader of opposition not allotted room in Bengal assembly: TMC
The Trinamool Congress has raised concerns about the functioning of democratic institutions in the West Bengal assembly. The party alleges that the Leader of the Opposition has not been provided with a room. Trinamool Congress legislators are reportedly sitting in the assembly lobby. The party has warned of a protest if the room allotment is further delayed.
The Supreme Court on Friday chose not to comment on observations questioning its earlier bail denial to activists Umar Khalid and Sharjeel Imam. While hearing bail pleas for other riot accused, the bench indicated it might grant interim bail, but will consider Delhi Police's plea for a larger bench review on UAPA bail norms.
Dept of space gives nod for space tech facilities in Tamil Nadu, Gujarat
India is set to revolutionize its private space manufacturing landscape with new Common Technical Facilities launching in Gujarat and Tamil Nadu. These innovative shared spaces will harness cutting-edge testing and integration infrastructure, paving the way for startups and companies to craft advanced spacecraft and launch vehicles more efficiently.
Modi to launch High-Powered Demography Mission to curb illegal immigration
Union Home Minister Amit Shah revealed this the annual Rustamji Memorial lecture hosted by the BSF and urged the force to spearhead this innitiative and end illegal immigration
Beyond age, beyond limits: Men who keep running forward | Times Internet Half Marathon 2026
'Marwa denge tujhe': Cockroach Janta Party founder Abhijeet Dipke receives death threats on Whatsapp
Founder of the satirical Cockroach Janta Party, Abhijeet Dipke, has reported receiving death threats on WhatsApp, urging him to shut down the viral social media outfit or join the BJP. His parents have also voiced concerns about his safety and potential arrest due to the party's rapid online popularity.
Bengal SIR: Tribunals dispose of 6,581 appeals so far, allow 61.5% cases back in voter rolls
West Bengal's appellate tribunals have processed only a small percentage of nearly 25 lakh appeals concerning electoral roll revisions. Out of over 6,500 cases decided, about 61.5 percent were allowed, reinstating names on voter lists. Many appeals remain pending. Tribunals were formed following Supreme Court directives to address grievances.
As West Asia burns, four-decades-old war wounds reopen in an Indian family
A jhalmuri vendor from Jhargram, who served Prime Minister Modi, claims to be receiving threatening calls from Pakistan and Bangladesh. The vendor, Vikram Sao, has informed the police, who have provided security. Sao, the sole breadwinner, fears for his safety while cycling and has appealed to the PM for protection after his interaction went viral.
PM Modi, Cyprus President Christodoulides hold talks to deepen bilateral ties
India records over 300 suspected heatstroke cases as summer temperatures spike
State authorities advised people to avoid going outdoors between 11 a.m. and 4 p.m.
Unable to save them: Two Indian mountaineers die during Everest descent
Mount Everest, often a site of triumph, turned somber as two Indian climbers, Arun Kumar Tiwari and Sandeep Are, tragically lost their lives while descending from its peak. Reports confirmed their deaths on Friday, with experts suggesting extreme fatigue was to blame.
'Content, not individuals': Supreme Court tones down remarks against academicians in NCERT row
The Supreme Court has assured three academics that harsh remarks against them in a previous order will be deleted. These remarks stemmed from a Class 8 NCERT chapter on judicial corruption. The court clarified its concern was the chapter's content, not the individuals, emphasizing the need for balanced academic discussions on the judiciary while respecting constitutional frameworks.
India, Cyprus upgrade ties to strategic partnership after Modi-Christodoulides talks
Sets up joint task force to deepen cooperation in infrastructure and shipping.
Maharashtra Congress leader Sachin Sawant criticized Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis' ejected maal remark against Rahul Gandhi, calling it a reflection of poor understanding of parliamentary democracy. Sawant accused BJP and RSS leaders of spreading hatred and social divisions, aiming to disrupt Maharashtra's harmony. He highlighted the opposition's electoral success in the state under Gandhi's leadership.
Rajya Saba polls: Election commission annocunces date for Upper House elections
Polling for the Rajya Sabha elections will take between 9 am and 4 pm, with counting scheduled to begin at 5 pm the same day. The Election Commission said the entire poll process will conclude by June 20. The Commission clarified that voters will be allowed to use only the integrated violet sketch pens supplied by the Returning Officer for marking preferences on ballot papers. Use of any other pen during voting will not be permitted.
DMK's 'bent coconut tree' jibe draws retort from VCK; Stalin says 'don't be harsh'
The DMK's sarcastic comment about the VCK and IUML joining the TVK government has ignited a political spat. VCK leaders have strongly refuted the remarks, asserting their independent growth. DMK chief M K Stalin has intervened, appealing to party members to refrain from using hurtful language. Both VCK and IUML have clarified their support for the TVK government.
Centre brings pregabalin under Schedule H1 to prevent amid misuse concerns
Union Health Ministry cites misuse among youth and illegal sale of the medicine.
Bhojshala case: Muslims to offer namaz at homes in Dhar on first Friday after HC order
Muslims in Dhar, Madhya Pradesh, will offer Friday prayers at home and wear black bands. This follows a court ruling on the Bhojshala complex. Markets run by Muslims will also be closed. Security is heightened at the site. Hindu groups plan prayers and a procession. Authorities are implementing court orders and urging peace.
West Bengal makes Vande Mataram compulsory in schools and madrasas
The West Bengal government has made singing of Vande Mataram compulsory during assembly prayers in all schools and madrasas receiving government support
How BJP converted a modest vote edge into a Bengal landslide
PMK urges Centre to reject Karnataka's Mekedatu dam DPR
PMK president Anbumani Ramadoss has urged the Centre to reject Karnatakas Detailed Project Report (DPR) for the proposed Mekedatu dam, asserting that Tamil Nadu has every right to oppose the project. He warned that the dam could adversely affect irrigation and drinking water supplies for millions of people in Tamil Nadu. Ramadoss also dismissed Karnatakas claims regarding Supreme Court rulings on the project, alleging that such assertions are misleading and contrary to the state's interests.
SC to hear plea against CBSE's three-language mandate for Class 9 next week
Petition challenges CBSEs new policy that has made study of three languages, including at least two native Indian language, compulsory from July 1.
Bengal: Fresh ED raids in 'land grabbing' case against Sona Pappu, ex-Kolkata Police DCP
The Enforcement Directorate is conducting fresh searches across West Bengal. These raids are part of a money laundering investigation. The probe is linked to former Kolkata Police DCP Shantanu Sinha Biswas and alleged criminal Biswajit Poddar. Several premises are being searched, including those of associates and relatives. Documents and financial records are under examination.
Congress criticizes NTA officials' claims of no NEET exam leak, calling it a cover-up and accusing the government of collusion with paper leak mafias. The party highlights a 'guess paper' circulating before the exam and links the 2026 scandal to previous irregularities, demanding accountability from top leadership.
Who gets what in Vijays Tamil Nadu Cabinet as Congress, VCK, IUML join power table
Tamil Nadu's political landscape has shifted with Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay forming a 35-member coalition ministry. This new government includes Congress, IUML, and VCK, marking a departure from the state's traditional two-party order. Vijay retains key portfolios, emphasizing control over administration and law and order.
Amid West Asia conflict, shortage of bitumen set to impact construction, maintenance of roads
India is grappling with a severe shortage of bitumen, threatening the pace of road construction and upkeep amid ongoing tensions in West Asia. Prices for key VG-40 bitumen have skyrocketed, nearly doubling, while available supplies have plummeted.
BJP MP Nishikant Dubey has raised concerns over the digital activist Abhijeet Dipke, highlighting the controversial 'Cockroach Janta Party' online trend. Dubey alleges that there may be ties between Dipke and the Aam Aadmi Party, particularly questioning the funding behind Dipke's trip to Boston and hinting at potential foreign influences.
Parents of 'Cockroach Janta Party' founder Abhijeet Dipke express deep anxiety over his viral political satire platform, fearing legal trouble and arrest. Dipke, a Boston University student, launched the campaign a week ago, amassing millions of followers. His parents urge him to abandon politics for a safer career, citing his own expressed fears of detention upon returning to India.
Heatwave grips Tamil Nadu, Chennai hits 420C
A bulletin of Regional Meteorological Centre on Friday here said heat wave conditions are expected to prevail over coastal Tamil Nadu and Puducherry till Saturday.
VCK and IUML MLAs inducted as ministers in the TVK government
This takes the size of the Vijays ministry to 35
Congress MP Jairam Ramesh on Friday expressed his frustration over the South Block's agenda being disseminated from Washington's podiums after US Secretary of State Marco Rubio bypassed traditional diplomatic protocol, confirming the state visit of the Venezuelan President to India before a formal announcement could be issued by either capital.
Tamil Nadu cabinet expansion: CM Vijay inducts VCK, IUML MLAs as ministers
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin expanded his cabinet, inducting Vanni Arasu from VCK and AM Shahjahan from IUML. This move strengthens coalition representation, bringing the total number of ministers to 33. The expansion follows a recent reshuffle, with key portfolios like Finance and Revenue reassigned.
Tamil Nadu Cabinet expansion: Shahjahan, Vanni Arasu sworn in as ministers
AM Shahjahan of IUML and Vanni Arasu of VCK were sworn in as ministers by Governor Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar in Chennai. Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay was present as the two legislators took their oath of office and secrecy. Their induction brings the total cabinet strength to 35, the constitutional maximum.
Red alert issued as heatwave sweeps UP
A red alert calls for immediate action as severe heatwave conditions are likely to continue for more than two days and pose a serious risk to public health
The Cockroach Janata Party, and Why Revolution Will Not Be a Google Form
Cockroach Janta Party is not a movement. It is not even a party. Not yet. But it is also not nothing.
Govt plans childhood cancer registry as India battles 75,000 new cases a year
Assam, Odisha, UP and Bihar lead solar wave as rooftop boom outpaces Indias grid readiness
PM Surya Ghar installations cross 31 lakh, but ageing grids, DISCOM delays and transformer stress threaten Indias next rooftop solar growth phase
Political banter finds its way into legal arguments in SC
'Vande Mataram' from top of the world: BSF's first all-women team conquers Everest
Govt weighing steps to check current account deficit: Piyush Goyal
Will remove vendors, move in-house: NTA
Falta votes 'without fear' for first time in years, records 88% turnout
Bitumen crisis due to Iran war to hit road work
Ebola outbreak forces India to put off Africa summit
45 warships will be delivered in 3-4 yrs, nod given for 195 more naval vessels: Vice Admiral
AI planes tail scrapes runway while going around at Bengaluru
Muslim side in SC, challenges high court's Bhojshala order
Peak crush: 274 summit Everest in single day
Metamorphosis: Cockroach grows into giant on social media
Vijay expands TN cabinet with 7 Dalit mins; Congress back in govt after 59 years
Noida plot decree pending for 40 years
SC: Even PMLA accused has a right to be heard
HC to CBI: Set up SIT to probe RG Kar probe lapses & 'hush-up' bid
CBDT detects very rich farmers without land
Bengal minister: No ban on cattle slaughter, follow existing rules
Council of Ministers meeting: PM signals fresh reform push, focus on ease of living
'Suspicious act' led to Howrah train fire, shows CCTV footage
Mirwaiz, Lone 'stopped' from paying homage to their fathers
The two leaders termed the restrictions undemocratic and said such measures cannot change the reality. Mirwaiz Farooq was killed by unidentified gunmen on May 21, 1990. Abdul Gani Lone was also shot dead by unidentified assailants on the same date in 2002 while attending the death anniversary programme of Mirwaiz at Eidgah grounds in Srinagar.
No rationing of fuel, bulk consumers leading to long queues: Govt
Tamil Nadu CM Vijay expands cabinet by inducting 23 more ministers, Congress joins govt
The newly expanded Cabinet also includes four women ministers. Governor Vishwanath Arlekar administered the oath of office and secrecy to the new ministers at a ceremony held at the Lok Bhavan on Thursday morning. Leaders of alliance parties supporting the government were present on the occasion.
West Bengal makes Vande Mataram mandatory in madrasa prayers
The West Bengal government has mandated the singing of 'Vande Mataram' in all madrasas. This directive applies to government, aided, and recognized madrasas across the state. The order takes immediate effect. This follows a similar mandate for singing the national song in all schools. The singing will occur during assembly prayers before classes begin.
After opposition attack, BJP lists gains from PM's tour
BJP asserts Prime Minister Modi's recent foreign visits have boosted India's global standing as a trusted partner and investment destination. Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal highlighted significant investment commitments from the UAE and other outcomes, while defending the PM against opposition criticism regarding economic challenges and the West Asia crisis.
Calcutta HC gives interim protection to Trinamool Lok Sabha MP Abhishek Banerjee
The single-judge bench also rejected Banerjee's plea for scrapping the FIR filed against him last week. The court directs the concerned police authority not to take any coercive step against the petitioner till July 31, 2026, or until further order, whichever is earlier, the high court order said.
Wangchuk set to join Ladakh talks today
Even before 1st industry PSLV flies, IN-SPACe offers full PSLV tech transfer
India's space regulator is offering full technology transfer for the reliable PSLV rocket to private firms, aiming to boost commercial launches. This follows a similar move for the SSLV. Despite delays in the first industry-built PSLV and SSLV, the government seeks an industry-driven launch ecosystem, signaling a major shift from ISRO's production model.
Kerala election wrap-up: How UDF ended LDFs 10-year rule
West Bengal govt to track illegal Bangladeshi immigrant deportations, streamline process
West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari announced that the state government will monitor data of illegal Bangladeshi immigrants being deported. Those apprehended, outside the CAA ambit, will be directly sent to BSF border outposts for deportation, bypassing jails and courts. Instructions have been issued to police and RPF to arrest and hand over such individuals to the BSF.
Ranjeet Kumar Dass elected Assam Assembly Speaker unanimously
Ranjeet Kumar Dass has been unanimously elected Speaker of the Assam Legislative Assembly for a second consecutive term. This marks a historic achievement in the state. Meanwhile, the assembly witnessed an unexpected moment when a Trinamool Congress MLA raised a slogan for Mamata Banerjee. The slogan was later expunged from the proceedings.
86.11% voter turnout recorded in re-polling at West Bengal's Falta constituency
Voters turned out in large numbers for the Falta Assembly constituency re-poll in South 24 Parganas district. The polling concluded peacefully with an 86.11% turnout by 5 pm. Central forces ensured security across all 285 booths. The Election Commission ordered the re-poll following complaints of malpractices during the initial election on April 29.
Rahul Gandhi files revision petition in defamation case in Sultanpur
Rahul Gandhi has filed a revision petition in a sessions court against a lower court's order in a defamation case. The petition challenges the rejection of the complainant's plea to collect evidence. The sessions court will hear the plea on May 30. The original defamation case, filed in 2018, will have its next hearing on June 17.
BJP counters Opposition, experts on PM Modi's five-nation tour
Prime Minister Narendra Modi's recent foreign visits have bolstered India's global standing. The BJP highlighted significant investments secured from the UAE in key sectors. These visits underscore India's role as a trusted partner and a preferred investment destination. The government emphasized proactive measures to address global economic challenges.
