Indigenous Vayu Astra-1 completes high-altitude trials in Uttarakhand, Pokhran
Pune-based Nibe Limited completes no-cost, no-commitment demonstrations of its indigenous loitering munition system
India great partner, ready to expand energy cooperation: Rubio
U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio will be in India from May 23-26 and will visit Kolkata, Agra, Jaipur and New Delhi
Public representatives discuss solid waste management issues at Jawaharnagar dump yard
Ebola case confirmed in rebel-held Congo area far from outbreaks epicentre
An Ebola case was also confirmed last week in Goma, the capital of neighbouring North Kivu province, which is under M23 control
Aurobindo Pharma Q4 net up 2% to 921 cr
The company said its European business crossed 1 billion in revenues during the fiscal
Social media post on medical emergency prompts government action
Karnataka government mulls legal action over SIR
Congress likely to convene a meeting of its legislators, defeated candidates and former legislators for a meeting on May 24
GAILs fourth quarter net profit dips amid elevated pressure on gas supplies with West Asia conflict
Supplies of natural gas globally have been affected since March amidst the escalating tensions in West Asia.
No coercive action against Abhishek Banerjee: Calcutta HC directs West Bengal Police
The court, however, makes oral observations that the TMC leaders remarks were uncalled for
IPL 2026 | Much-improved SRH bowling attack bracesfor RCB test
SRH will challenge the visitor with a vastly different bowling attack from their previous meeting, when Jaydev Unadkat and Harshal Patel led the unit in captain Pat Cummins absence
2020 Delhi riots: HC grants bail to Salim Malik in UAPA case
The Bench notes that Malik has been in custody for more than five years and 10 months and the stage of the trial is that arguments on the charges are being presently heard. Suggesting that the trial is going to take some time, it also considers his alleged role in the case to grant him bail
Youths organs harvested, donated
Insurance Ombudsmen decided 41,055 grievances in FY26, 79% in favour of policyholders
IRDAI Chairman Ajay Seth said the institution of the insurance ombudsman promises to provide free, speedy and accessible grievance redressal to policyholders
Study reveals steady increase in thunderstorm and lightning activities in Bengaluru
Because heat and humidity are foundational building blocks for storm development, the probability of more severe localised thunderstorms is expected to rise in the coming years, says the study
Mojtaba forbids export of enriched uranium: officials
Exporting the material would increase Irans vulnerability to future U.S. or Israeli attacks, believe top officials; Irans Hormuz authority claims regulatory jurisdiction extending into UAE waters
Grand Sports Day held as a part of Praja Palana Pragathi programme
Namma Metro to begin operations at 6 a.m. for UPSC prelims
Heatwave continues to scorch north Andhra districts; health experts urge caution
Ladakh leaders to meet Home Ministry officials tomorrow, Sonam Wangchuk part of delegation
This is the first such meeting of members of the Leh Apex Body (LAB) and the Kargil Democratic Alliance (KDA), the two bodies representing Leh and Kargil districts respectively, since February 4; the KDA and LAB have been demanding constitutional safeguards such as Statehood and inclusion of Ladakh under the Sixth Schedule
China tells U.S. to stop brandishing judicial stick against Cuba
Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesman Guo Jiakun says, China firmly supports Cuba in safeguarding its national sovereignty and national dignity and opposes external interference
Delhi HC draws fine line between defamation and political criticism in Chadha plea
TMA Pai Hospital in Udupi to operate from Kadekar from June 1
Three men booked for sexual harassment
SC declines to interfere with forest clearances for Adanis Madhya Pradesh coal block project
The petitioner argued that a technical objection on the ground of delay ought not to preclude the court from examining the validity of the clearances
Watch: Vande Mataram: Whats the bigger picture in West Bengal? | Above the Fold | 20.05.2026
In todays episode, West Bengal politics dominates headlines as the State makes Vande Mataram compulsory in madrasas, announces action against illegal infiltrators, and restricts officials from speaking to media. Plus, the viral Cockroach Janata Party controversy, Tamil Nadus major Cabinet reshuffle under C. Joseph Vijay, and more
Capacity building programme for vocational trainees held in Madurai
Warning against possible rise in diseases during monsoon in Palakkad
Three from Vellore arrested for extorting money from senior citizens through digital arrest
Man held for stealthily video-graphing woman near Alanganallur
Russias Sechenov University assigns Visiting Professor status to Basappa Salundi
A division Bench presided by Chief Justice Sujoy Paul directed that the State shall take a decision in this regard within 24 hours from the date of communication of this order
Eight cars gutted after carrier truck catches fire on NH-44 in Medak
Amma Unavagams in Madurai to get a facelift soon
How States are managing the surging summer power demand
Indias electricity demand has surged sharply, with peak demand touching an all-time high of 256.1 GW in April, making it harder for States to manage supply during high-demand hours and exposing them to costly short-term market purchases and stressed distribution networks
Annual faunal survey begins in Munnar
TUDA pooled 400-acre land in one year for development: Chairman
Dr. C. Divakar Reddy aims to make the temple city free from traffic problems for the city people as well as the pilgrims
Man arrested for murdering his mother in Otteri
He had allegedly assaulted her with a log at their residence on May 14. The victim died of her injuries on May 20
Kerala motorists flock to Mahe for cheaper fuel, raising revenue concerns
Police seek public help to identify body found in Tirumala
French Open | Alcarazs absence a mental boost for Sinner: Sania
Cashew scam: HC permits Industries Secretary to file plea to dispense with his personal appearance
25 accidents reported on Bikarnakatte -Sanoor stretch of NH 169 this year
Shivamogga police use drones to detect illegal activities in open places
Doorstep school library initiative aims to revive reading habits in Thoothukudi
Veeragallu, dating back to 12th century Hoysala period, discovered in village in Nagamangala
Let the rupee depreciate past 100 to a dollar, 16th Finance Commission chairman advises RBI
In a thread on X, Arvind Panagariya said that whether the current oil shortage is short-term or long-lasting, the central bank should not fear the 100 per dollar mark
School vehicles checked for road worthiness in Dindigul
Public opinion sought on audit on chit fund regulation
Battery energy storage system helps Singareni save 26 lakh on energy bills in 4 months
SCCL plans to establish more such systems in future to store solar power generated in day, instead of supplying it free of cost to the grid
Deep tech start-ups hold out promise for Tiruchis new technology wave
The National Institute of Technology-Tiruchi is mentoring several student-faculty start-ups through its Centre for Entrepreneurship Development and Incubation (CEDI)
MRPL to lay 2.5 MMTPA ATF pipeline from Devangonthi to Bengaluru airport
Watch: Inspection or publicity? TVK members actions trigger debate | Focus Tamil Nadu
TVK leaders inspecting hospitals and Amma Unavagams on camera have sparked a debate in Tamil Nadu over political overreach, public humiliation of officials and performance governance. Is this people-oriented governance? Or the beginning of political overreach in the name of instant action?
KMRL offers to ease traffic congestion during monsoon
More traffic wardens will be deputed at key locations to regulate traffic flow and assist pedestrians. An internal committee has been constituted to continuously monitor traffic safety and coordinate necessary interventions during the monsoon period
Watch: India postpones Africa summit amid Ebola outbreak, issues travel advisory
India has postponed the Fourth India-Africa Forum Summit scheduled for May 28 to 31 amid the growing Ebola outbreak in parts of Africa. The Ministry of External Affairs said the decision was taken after consultations with the African Union and the African Union Commission over the evolving health situation.
Man arrested for sexually assaulting mentally ill woman at Marina beach
The victim had become acquainted with the accused through social media
Udupi police start using cameras to book traffic violation cases
In May 2022, the top court put on hold trials in sedition cases until the government completed its promised exercise to re-examine and re-consider the colonial-era provision of Section 124A
SEIL Energy India hosts meet in Nellore
About 150 delegates from 30+ companies have participated in the conference on control, instrumentation and automation in thermal power plants
Admissions open for diploma courses at Thuvakudi polytechnic college
Ageing sewer pipelines of Srirangam overwhelmed, need to be replaced
The civic body has proposed replacing the ageing RCC pipelines with corrosion-resistant cast iron pipes; but the project has been delayed for want of fund allocation
Online admission process initiated for government ITIs
Committee formed to inspect temple properties, safeguard them, HC told
War impact: MSMEs in Coimbatore face rise in input costs
Arrangements in place for Yercaud Summer Festival and Flower Show
Department of Horticulture to use near 2 lakh flowers; fruit and vegetable exhibitions will also be arranged as part of the event
SMC guidelines not applicable to unaided schools, says National Council of CBSE Schools
National Council of CBSE Schools says Union Ministry clarified that guidelines are not applicable to unaided schools that do not get government grants. However, schools have been urged to form SMCs to promote transparency and accountability
Telangana pharmacies reopen after one-day strike against online medicine sales
IIIT-B opens application for B.Tech, Integrated M.Tech programmes for 2026-27
Several accidents have occurred at the junction in the recent times as drivers while crossing the stretch fail to get a view of the incoming vehicles. Just a few days ago, two youth sustained injuries when the two-wheeler they were riding on got hit by a speeding private bus coming from S.V. Patel Salai
U.S. medical device maker Align Tech plans 1,800 crore plant in Hyderabad
Anke Gowda honoured ahead of Padma Shri ceremony in Mandya
College student alleges molestation, rape bid; claims police inaction
Woman dies in roof collapse in Vijayapura
Hill plantation crops show to be held from Friday
Barring elected representatives, TVK members not to go for inspections: Minister Arunraj
A.P. to launch Operation Clean Sweep in all 123 ULBs to improve sanitation
The four-week initiative, beginning May 23, aims to institutionalise cleanliness as a daily civic responsibility while adopting a mission-mode approach to sanitation
Investigators say that the irregularities under the housing for all scheme run to the tune of 23 crore
Telangana doctors body raises concerns over delay, guideline changes in transfer process
Century-old schools in Mysuru face closure threat
T.N.s maternal healthcare indicators have improved in post-COVID-19 period, finds IIT-M study
The researchers say these improvements follow sustained investments in ambulance services, referral systems, and maternal healthcare programmes during and after the pandemic
JSW Motors gets 8,000 crore project finance from SBI for NEV venture
Cross-voting allegations trigger blame game within LDF in Kottayam
Issue pertains to a post-election steering committee meeting of the Kerala Congress (M), where the leadership alleged that cross-voting by CPI(M) cadres contributed to defeat of its candidates. However, both CPI(M) and CPI have moved to counter the charge in their respective post-poll review meetings, arguing instead that their own candidates did not receive the expected support from KC(M) voters
Remaining 20% paddy will be procured, says CM
Nearly 45 lakh metric tonnes of paddy was procured, says Revanth Reddy
Plea against release of film: Kerala HC closes appeal
Kanniyakumari Collector reviews evacuation plans and relief preparedness for southwest monsoon
