Horticulture Department advises farmers to go for cultivation of tissue-cultured banana in Karnataka
Latest govt survey shows improved menstrual hygiene among Indian women
According to the health survey, the use of hygienic methods of menstrual protection among women in 15-24 age group has increased from 77.6% in 2019-2021 to 79.2% in 2023-24
Defence secretary meets officials from Australia, EU, Netherlands in Singapore
The India-Australia defence relationship has acquired greater strategic significance in recent years amid growing focus on security cooperation in the Indo-Pacific region
Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis on CNG price hike
I might be arrested at the airport when I land in India: Abhijeet Dipke, Cockroach Janta Party
India is powerful and modernising its military: Hegseth, US Secretary of War
A.R. Rahman to collaborate with Shekhar Kapur for Masoom: The New Generation
A.R. Rahman will be composing music for the film as well as joining the project as a co-producer
Many feared dead as Thunderstorms and Heavy Rain Batter Kolkata and South Bengal
Rescuers free 4 men who had been trapped in a flooded Laos cave, search for 2 still missing
Rescue teams in Laos freed 4 men who had been trapped inside a flooded cave, while efforts continued to locate 2 others still missing
Army Chief on Operation Sindoor and future readiness
Jeff Bezos space venture hit by New Glenn rocket explosion at launchpad
Hegseth says era of US subsidising defence of wealthy nations is over
Boost for Kodagu heritage as Madikeri Palace set for makeover
Centre declares palace a protected monument
Indian Navy was deployed in the Arabian Sea with full preparedness and strength. As a result, Pakistan's entire Navy remained confined to its ports, says Defence Minister Rajnath Singh
Massive blaze erupts at school in west Bengaluru, no casualties reported
The fire broke out in the auditorium, located on the top floor
Asian Games Cricket: No Suryakumar or Shubman in longlist; Sooryavanshi among 30 probables
It has been pre-decided that the BCCI will need to select two separate T20 teams as India's home white-ball series against the West Indies overlaps partly with the quadrennial extravaganza
Twisha Sharma dowry-harassment case: A timeline of events
The high-profile dowry-harassment case involving 33-year old Twisha Sharma in Bhopal has developed into a story of alleged institutional bias, procedural lapses and evidence tampering.
Lokesh established himself as a supporter of womens cause, says MP Shabari
Shabari said while previous Mahanadus saw the participation of around five lakh cadres, this years event organized in a digital-hybrid format across various clusters set a new world record, with participation of 17 lakh TDP cadre
Column | Raja Muzaffar Bhat: Kashmirs grassroots man
The RTI pioneer and environmental activist continues to hold power to account in the Valley
Swearing-in of D.K. Shivakumar as Karnataka CM at Glass House in Lok Bhavan, in Bengaluru on June 3
KPCC Working President G.C. Chandrashekar appeals to party workers not to come to venue to reduce inconvenience to people
Cannes Film Festival 2026 marks a landmark year for queer cinema
From lesbian romances and trans resistance dramas to queer soldiers and sexually fluid protagonists, this years Cannes Film Festival saw an unprecedented surge of queer storytelling not at the margins, but at the very centre of global cinema
Six killed, 40 injured as tractor-trolley overturns in M.P.s Anuppur
Around 50 people were travelling in the tractor-trolley when it overturned after the driver lost control, Additional Superintendent of Police Jagannath Markam said
What is Thakali cuisine? The Himalayan food tradition arriving in India
From buckwheat and timur to centuries-old salt-route influences, Kathmandu restaurateur Vivek Man Sherchan explains the flavours and history behind Thakali food
AHINDA leaders seek Deputy CM post for Yathindra, voice concern over Siddaramaiahs exit
They cautioned that the political development could affect the Congress partys prospects unless the new leadership takes AHINDA communities into confidence, and ensures equal representation in the government
Thunderstorms, rain likely to continue in Rajasthan for next 4-5 days
In the past 24 hours, several parts of the State witnessed strong thunderstorms and rainfall, with rain in Dholpur district receiving the highest rainfall of 58 mm
Vinesh Phogat makes winning start at Asian Games selection trials
On May 29, 2026, Supreme Court allowed Vinesh Phogat to participate in the Asian Games 2026 selection trials
22 years behind Volvo wheel, KSRTC driver Joseph Machado retires after 34 years of spotless service
One among the first batch of drivers chosen to drive the premium service, Mr. Machado is remembered for his smiling face and caring attitude by passengers
Brown trailer: Karisma Kapoor plays a disturbed cop investigating a brutal murder in Kolkata
Directed by Abhinay Deo, the series also stars Jisshu Sengupta and Surya Sharma in pivotal roles
India lose 2-3 against Australia to share 4-match women's hockey series
India had lost 1-2 against Australia in the series opener but bounced back strongly to beat the hosts 4-2 in shootout after both the sides were locked 1-1 at the end of regulation time in the second match
Claims of being vishwaguru but can't conduct single exam: Rahul's dig at PM
Congress leader Rahul Gandhis remarks came after the National Testing Agency said the CUET-UG 2026 for admissions into undergraduate degree programmes across India was delayed at some centres on Saturday due to a technical glitch
Kerala CM to open second edition of Global Travel Market on June 3
Event to bring together more than 1,000 tour operators from the country and abroad
On Ebola, India must stay alert, not alarmed
India must respond with science, preparedness, surveillance, and calm leadership, certainly not fear, stigma, or panic
Another drowning death in Kochi: 16-year-old boy dies in Kalamassery pond
Properties worth 2 crore linked to drug trafficking attached in J&K
Srinagar police attached a residential house and land worth approximately 50 lakh belonging to alleged drug peddler Shafiq Ahmad Khawaja, a resident of Dildar Karnah, in north Kashmir's Kupwara district
Expert raises concern over growing use of nicotine products among teens, young adults
Baby may be out, but risks might remain: what mothers should know about postpartum preeclampsia
The common belief is that after the birth of the child and the expulsion of placenta, complications related to pregnancy such as high blood pressure are gone. This is not true. Mothers must remain vigilant during the six-week period after delivery
West Bengal set to implement National Health Mission, says CM Suvendu Adhikari
West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari said the Centre has sanctioned 2,103 crore for the scheme, out of which we have already received 527 crore
Armed forces ready for Operation Sindoor 2.0 if need arises, says Army chief
General Dwivedi noted that while a temporary cessation of hostilities currently exists, all three services are preparing intensely for the next phase should it take place
Watch: Punjab municipal polls: AAP emerges biggest winner amid rigging claims
The AAP emerged as the biggest winner in Punjabs civic body elections, securing 954 of 1,977 wards across municipal corporations, councils, and nagar panchayats.
U.S. warns capable of resuming war with Iran as deal remains elusive
The U.S. warns of potential war with Iran as diplomatic negotiations falter and tensions escalate over nuclear conditions and regional conflicts
Why Basic Sciences still matter in Engineering education
Engineering, irrespective of its specialisation, remains anchored in the principles of basic science and universities must approach the dilution of the curriculum with caution
Watch: Russian drone breaches Romanian airspace during attack on Ukraine
Romania scrambled F-16 fighter jets after a drone entered its airspace during a Russian attack on Ukrainian infrastructure near the border
Vinesh Gets Green Signal to Compete in 53kg
Wrestler Vinesh Phogats return to competitive wrestling was marked by fresh drama at the Asian Games selection trials in New Delhi. Despite securing permission from the courts to participate, Vinesh faced a last-minute hurdle when she was initially restricted to the 50kg category during the official weigh-in. Following a dispute and intervention by the Wrestling Federation of India, she was eventually allowed to compete in the 53kg division. Heres what happened.
Chinas top diplomat says Canada ties fully restored
The relationship has warmed in recent months, even as Ottawas ties with traditional ally Washington have soured following Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carneys meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping in Beijing in January
CBSE OSM row revives questions over firm linked to Telanganas 2019 Intermediate results controversy
Leader of the Opposition, Rahul Gandhi, posted on social media recalling how Coempt Edu Tech was the new name of Globarena Technologies involved in the Intermediate marks fiasco in Telangana
Manoj Jarange Patil launches ninth indefinite fast over Maratha quota demands
The activist began the fast in Antarwali Sarati village, about 400 km from Mumbai, in the open without any canopy or protective shelter despite the intense heat
Technical glitch delays CUET-UG 2026 exam across several centres
Noting that the issue has since been resolved, NTA said that the exam is being conducted with full compensatory time so that no candidate is disadvantaged
Inside Chinas green transition
Ningbo, in southern Zhejiang Province of China, was once a historic maritime hub shaped by Buddhist culture and trade. It has now emerged as a key hub for showcasing Chinas green industrial push, where electric vehicles, advanced manufacturing, and tightly integrated supply chains are powering the countrys bid for global leadership in the technologies of the future. Ananth Krishnan reports from the port city
Oscar-winning Star Wars editor Marcia Lucas dies at 80
Marcia Lucas was the editor on 1983's Return of the Jedi and the pre-Star Wars George Lucas-directed films THX 1138 and American Graffiti
Education and bank usage rise among Telangana women, yet nearly 1 in 3 report spousal violence
Pattabiram residents demand limited-use subway beneath ROB
Though one carriageway of the six-lane Rail Over Bridge (ROB) was opened to traffic in September 2024, no provision has been made for slow-moving traffic that also need to cross Level Crossing No. 2 (Railway Siding) at Pattabiram
Pentagon chief sounds alarm over Chinas buildup, urges allies to boost defence spend
There is rightful alarm regarding Chinas historic military buildup and the expansion of its military activities in the region and beyond, says U.S. Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth
Pune hooch tragedy: 22 police, Excise personnel face suspension
Eight persons, including a key bootlegger, have been arrested in connection with the tragedy that unfolded across Pimpri-Chinchwad and Pune city over a span of two days
Telangana CM is expected to meet people and cadre once the proposed CMs camp office is ready
CBI files chargesheet against Shubhkamna Buildtech Private Limited, directors in cheating case
The CBI probe revealed that the accused builder company and its directors induced innocent homebuyers and investors through false assurances, misleading representations and deceptive promises, causing wrongful loss to the victims
Vizhinjam seaport in Kerala becomes fastest Indian port to handle 2 million TEUs cargo in 18 months
Port is expected to commission its first 400-metre berth of total 1.2 km berth expansion conceived as part of second phase expansion in 2027, which will enable it to accommodate more ship calls and handle higher cargo volumes
The best baguette in Paris has a Tamil connection!
Sithamparappillai Jegatheepan, the second Sri Lankan Tamil baker to win the annual baguette competition in Paris, will supply the Elysee Palace for a whole year from June
Multilateral joint military exercise in Meghalaya focuses on counter-insurgency, building trust
Over 400 soldiers, including around 20 women, from 13 other countries participated in the programme along with the India Army
Science quiz on holiday spots for the really, really brave
Here is a quiz about holiday spots for people who are really brave to venture out
ED provisionally attaches 634.12 crore assets linked to Noida-based UGCC project
The ED probe is based on 76 First Information Reports registered by the Delhi Police and CBI against Unitech Limited, its promoters/directors and others, alleging that they fraudulently diverted homebuyers funds
India is 'powerful' and 'modernising' its military, says U.S. Secretary of War Pete Hegseth
India is powerful and modernising its military while also maintaining a balance of power, particularly in the Indian Ocean., says U.S. Secretary of War Pete Hegseth at the Shangri-La Dialogue
Off with their heads the purge of Republican dissenters
The Trumpian purge of Republican dissenters, along with growing inner-party feuds, has consequences for America and India alike
Canadian man pleads guilty to selling lethal substances to over 100 people who took their own lives
Kenneth Law is suspected of sending at least 1,200 packages to more than 40 countries, with about 160 of those allegedly sent to addresses in Canada
Ceasefire extension still awaits Trumps approval
Will the U.S. and Iran finally reach a deal? President Donald Trump held a high-level Situation Room meeting at the White House as Washington weighed a proposal to extend the Iran ceasefire and reopen the Strait of Hormuz. While Trump outlined several conditions for an agreement, Tehran pushed back, insisting that 12 billion dollars in frozen Iranian assets be released before talks can move forward. Heres where the negotiations stand.
International Peacekeepers Day: India underscores unflinching commitment to UN peacekeeping
The International Day of United Nations Peacekeepers is marked annually on May 29, and India is among the largest troop-contributing countries which has deployed nearly three lakh troops in more than 50 UN Peacekeeping Missions since 1948
Myanmar President Aung Hlaing begins India visit
Mr. Aung Hlaing kicked off his trip by landing in Gaya to visit the Mahabodhi temple, ahead of his arrival in Delhi
The draft of the Kerala Lok Ayuktha Contempt of Courts Rules 2025 were submitted to the previous LDF government
Operation Sindoor defined Indias response to provocation, says Army chief
Calling the occasion a poignant and a particularly personal moment, General Upendra Dwivedi recalled passing out from the same quarterdeck over 42 years ago
Monalisa Bhosle case: Kerala HC extends stay on arrest of husband Farmaan Khan
An FIR was registered against Farmaan Khan, and a probe was launched by the National Commission for Scheduled Tribe after the womans father claimed that she was minor
Kochi Corporation submits nine priority projects to Kerala CM for State support
Projects to address traffic congestion, drinking water shortage, and waste management are among those included in the list
Champions League final preview: Rock-solid Arsenal ready for PSG test
Arsenal faces a formidable challenge in Budapest against Luis Enrique's outstanding PSG team, with their rare blend of eye-catching flair, intelligence and hard graft
Elephant calf rescued after falling into water tank near Anthiyur in T.N.
Rescue personnel first pumped out the water from the tank using an electric motor. A JCB excavator was then pressed into service to breach a portion of the structure and create a passage for the animal to climb out
Who remains in French Open contention after Sinner and Djokovic defeated?
With Jannik Sinner and Novak Djokovic out of the French Open, the mens draw was wide open
Nagaland yields a new-to-science cascade frog species
Recorded from Kiphire district, the frog has been named Amolops kamal to honour the mentor of one of the six scientists involved in the study
Heavy rain andthunderstorms batter Kolkataand surrounding
Air, rail, and metro serviceshitasasquall passes over Kolkata; severalcars acrossKolkata and Salt Lakewere crushed under uprooted trees
Trumps Physician says U.S. President is in excellent health and is fully fit to serve
The exam, which Mr. Trump described as a six-month physical, was his fourth publicly disclosed medical exam since he returned to office for a second term
Alphonso Davies in Canadas World Cup squad despite hamstring injury
Alphonso Davies, the defender, who plays for Bayern Munich, was injured earlier this month in the loss to Paris Saint-Germain in the Champions League semifinals
Dell shares soar 33% as AI server demand, price hikes power stellar quarter
The company, whose AI servers are crucial components in the global AI infrastructure build-out, is set to add $68 billion to its market value
CNG prices hiked by 2/kg in Mumbai; piped gas rates also increased
Alongside CNG, price of domestic piped natural gas (D-PNG) has also been hiked 0.5 per standard cubic metre.
IPL 2026 | Vaibhav Sooryavanshi more than ready for India call-up: Sangakkara
Vaibhav Sooryavanshis next assignment is a 50-over tri-series for India-A in Sri Lanka from June 9 to 21
Indias heatwave crisis: Why rising temperatures feel deadlier than ever
With temperatures touching 48C in Rajasthan, India is facing intense heatwaves driven by climate change and urban factors. Heres a closer look at why rising heat is becoming more dangerous and what it means for millions, especially outdoor workers.
Kochi faces waterlogging in many areas in heavy overnight showers
Ernakulam South railway station, Kalathiparambil Road, Karikkamuri, KSRTC stand, Ernakulam North, Edakochi, Palluruthy, Panayappilly, and Edappally were among the areas affected
Pahalgam after the terror attack: Why tourists are returning to Kashmirs most beautiful hill station
It is over one year since militants unleashed carnage in Kashmirs Pahalgam, killing 26 tourists. What followed is a revenge operation dyed in vermillion and an unsettling silence in the Switzerland of India. Today, the streets of Pahalgam, seem to cajole travellers to come back. Leave fear and prejudice at the border, and sip on some kahwa instead
Delhi's night temperatures drop further, light rain possible in evening
Safdarjung, the base weather station of the city, recorded a minimum temperature of 24.6C, two degrees below the normal and a 0.7 degree decrease from a day before
Indias 2022 forensic law marks shift from colonial-era framework, says National Law University VC
The 24th Triennial meeting of the International Association of Forensic Sciences being held from May 25 to 30, brought together forensic experts, legal scholars and investigators from across the world
NIEPMDs diploma programme equips students with skills for work and life
The one-year diploma programme offered byNIEPMDin association withBharathidasanUniversity strikes a commendable balance between technical and soft skills
No final understanding reached: Iran rejects Trumps pressure for ceasefire
Tehran , May 30 : The tedious negotiations on the ceasefire deal continue as Iran said that no final understanding has been reached, rejecting suggestions that Tehran would act under external pressure, Iranian state media Press TV reported. Irans Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmail Baghaei told state television, Tehran has said goodbye to the language of must 47 years ago. None of the Western parties can use the language of must when they talk about the Islamic Republic of Iran. We make our own decisions based on the interests and rights of the Iranian nation.His remarks came after US President Donald Trump claimed on social media that the naval blockade in the Strait of Hormuz was being lifted and that a decision on an agreement with Iran would be taken soon. Ships caught in the Strait due to our amazing and unprecedented Naval Blockade, which will now be lifted, may start the process of heading home! Say HELLO to your wives, husbands, parents, and families from me, your favorite President! Trump said. Baghaei described the US maritime measures as illegal from the start, alleging that they violated the ceasefire that took effect on April 8 and international principles governing freedom of navigation, Press TV reported. We have to see in practice whether they will actually follow through on their words or if this is just a propaganda claim, he said, adding that any reversal of the measures would amount to ending an action that should never have been committed in the first place. Iran had tightened controls in the Strait of Hormuz following the conflict that began on February 28 and subsequent US measures targeting Iranian vessels and ports, according to Iranian authorities. Baghaei said Tehran views the US actions as inconsistent with the terms of the ceasefire and claimed that some measures had been extended unilaterally by Washington. He also said indirect talks between Iran and the United States are continuing through mediators, with discussions focused on ending hostilities, addressing maritime issues and resolving matters related to Iranian assets abroad. Speaking on the most vital topic of the deal, Baghaei said, Regarding the nuclear issue, we have no negotiations.The US President, on the other hand, has repeatedly claimed that the US has made it clear to Tehran that it cannot continue its uranium enrichment programme to develop nuclear weapons. Referring to the Strait of Hormuz, Baghaei said the waterway lies within the territorial waters of Iran and Oman and stressed the need for mechanisms that safeguard the interests and security of both coastal states while ensuring safe passage for international shipping, Press TV reported. Certainly Iran and Oman, as two responsible countries, must adopt mechanisms that preserve their national interests and security as coastal states and also give the international community assurance that shipping through this route is conducted safely, he said. However, the US had earlier warned Oman against any involvement in allegedly facilitating a tolling system in the Strait of Hormuz with Iran, stating that Washington will not tolerate such efforts and will take action against those involved. Later, US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said that Oman assured him that it has no plans to put a toll on the Strait of Hormuz with Iran and wants to continue the good relations between the two countries. Meanwhile, Irans Parliament speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf said that Iran has no trust in guarantees or words of the US, stating that the actions will only decide the fate of the ceasefire agreement. We seize concessions not through dialogue, but with missiles; in negotiations, we merely make them understand. We have no trust in guarantees or wordsonly actions are the measure. No action will be taken before the other side acts. The winner of any agreement is the one who is better prepared for war from the day after, he said. (ANI)
Switzerland to collaborate with J&Kon sustainable tourism, vocational training
Switzerlands Ambassador to India announced that the country will continue to work together in the region, from a Himalayan glaciology collaborative program at the University of Kashmir to cloud research with ETH Zurich
Indian court ruling on Google keyword ads could reshape online advertising
The court ordered Google to pay damages of $31,600 in a ruling issued on May 22 by the Delhi High Court

