Israeli strikes in Gaza kill three, medics say, testing fragile ceasefire
Medics said an air strike killed one person in the Maghazi refugee camp in the Gaza Strip, while another killed the head of the criminal police force in Khan Younis, Wessam Abdel-Hadi, and his aide, according to Gazas Hamas-run Interior Ministry
IPL 2026: Chennai Super Kings elect to bowl against Lucknow Super Giants
Chennai Super Kings retained the same team from the last match while Lucknow Super Giants made two changes
From Punes academic culture to Sheffields global classrooms, one students path toward mastering AI and solving complex, real-world engineering problems
The Anthropic AI model can not only identify vulnerabilities in cyberspace that humans may have missed, but also generate ways to exploit them, potentially even for non-experts
AAP holds protests against BJP over ED action against Punjab Minister Sanjeev Arora
The AAP leaders and volunteers burnt effigies of the BJP-led Centre and raised slogans against it. They were also carrying placards which read 'ED-BJP gathjod murdabad'
Responding to Mr. Vijays claim that his electoral promises were practical, Mr. Stalin said the new Chief Minister had only just entered administration and would now learn the challenges involved in fulfilling promises.
Suvendu Adhikari | The Bengal pivot
Mamata Banerjees former trusted lieutenant has unseated her from power and become West Bengals first BJP Chief Minister
One year after Operation Sindoor: The threat landscape has not disappeared
Indias long-term credibility, both domestically and internationally, will depend not merely on asserting the existence of cross-border terrorism
NDA leaders meet Assam Governor at Lok Bhavan, stake claim to form government
It will be the third successive NDA Government in Assam, with the saffron party-led administration first assuming power in 2016, which was headed by Union minister Sarbananda Sonowal
CEC Gyanesh Kumar prays at Tirumala temple
The Chief Election Commissioner offered prayers during the Srivani darshan break, after a visit to the Goddess Padmavati Ammavaru temple at Tiruchanoor
Obituary | D. Sudhakar turned political adversities into advantages
Mr. Sudhakar, who used to maintain a low profile, was elected to the Karnataka Assembly for the first time from Challakere in 2004 on Congress ticket
Five arrested for stealing power cables from residential layouts near Mysuru
Four bundles of ACSR wire weighing 281 kgs, one goods vehicle and cash amounting to 2.47 lakh were seized from the accused
10-year-old boy dies in leopard attack in Nagamale in M.M. Hills
The family, which was on a visit to M.M. Hills Temple, was proceeding to Nagamale when the leopard is believed to have suddenly attacked the boy and dragged him away
Mr. Vijay was sworn in as the Tamil Nadu Chief Minister on May 10, 2026 in a colourful ceremony attended by Congress leader Rahul Gandhi, ushering in the first non-DMK, non-AIADMK government in the southern State in 60 years
Failures teach important lessons and bring a person closer to success, says retired Army officer
One of the biggest challenges I faced as a woman officer was proving myself in a unit that consisted entirely of male soldiers, says Lt. Col. Ankita Srivastava
Award ceremony marks 70th Railway Week celebrations by Mysuru Railway Division
On this occasion, various Best Maintenance and Performance Shields were awarded
Fresh overhaul in Suvendu Adhikari administration likely in near future, say officials
The transition towards a more stable administrative structure would follow the Election Commissions unprecedented scale of pre-poll reshuffle across the State bureaucracy and police establishment, officials said
Drishyam 3 trailer: Georgekutty has new secrets as Mohanlal returns to the hit thriller franchise
The third franchise sequel will see the return of Meena, Ansiba Hassan and Esther Anil as Georgekuttys family members, alongside Siddique, Asha Sharath and Murali Gopy
Vijay, the second debutant Legislator, to be sworn in TN CM since 1967
Mr. Vijay is also the first member of a minority religious denomination (Christian) to occupy the top post in the State
Dua Lipa sues Samsung, claims company used her face to sell TVs without permission
According to the complaint filed in California federal court, Samsung allegedly began placing Lipas image on TV boxes last year as part of a large-scale retail marketing campaign
NTPC Simhadri launches month-long residential workshop for girl empowerment
The Girl Empowerment Mission brings together 130 students from government schools near the station for a curriculum on academic learning, digital literacy, sports and arts
Assam BJP legislature party meeting begins in Guwahati to elect its assembly leader and CM
Union Minister J.P. Nadda and Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini are present at the meeting as central observers and co-observers
Lights, camera, Kongu Nadu | Review of Perumal Murugans The Land and the Shadows
Murugans book blends memoir and ethnography, capturing cinemas enduring influence on Tamil society
NDA leaders to meet Assam Governor on May 10 over government formation
The meeting with the Governor in this regard is scheduled at the Lok Bhawan around 11:15 a.m., they said. Matters about the formation of the new government will be discussed, says an official
Government working on FTA utilisation plan to maximise benefits for businesses
Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal has held a series of meetings with industry associations, businesses and export promotion councils (EPCs) on ways to increase utilisation of FTIs
Masthan Rao Yadav seeks logistics corridor along Buckingham Canal in Andhra Pradesh
The Rajya Sabha MP wants a pilot project between Krishnapatnam and Ramayapatnam ports. Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal has asked him to wait for the IWAIs hydrographic survey on National Waterway-4
Hantavirus-hit cruise ship arrives in Spain's Canary Islands
The Dutch-flagged MV Hondius arrived at the Spanish port of Granadilla escorted by a Civil Guard vessel, AFP journalists reported, confirmed by data from the maritime tracking service VesselFinder
Pawan Kalyan welcomes PM Modi on Telangana visit, thanks NDA government for 9,400-crore projects
The Andhra Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister and Jana Sena Party chief said the foundation-laying for projects worth 9,400 crore would strengthen infrastructure, connectivity and economic growth in Telangana
Prime Minister Narendra Modi attacks Congress on betrayal of allies
DMK was always working for the good of the Congress, and on several occasions, DMK has bailed Congress out of trouble, the Prime Minister told a BJP rally at HAL Airport in Bengaluru on Sunday (May 10, 2026)
FPIs stake in Indian equities hits 14-year low
FPIs were net sellers in Indian equities in four of the five trading sessions during the week ended May 8; on an aggregate basis, combining stock exchange and primary market flows, FPI equity outflows for the week stood at 14,207.20 crore; weekly trend reflects a broader structural shift
Tamil Nadu government formation: Know the TVK Ministers in C. Joseph Vijays Cabinet
On Sunday (May 10, 2026), nine ministers were sworn in along with him. Who are these Ministers?
Twelve Pakistani police officers killed in car bombing and shootout
A militant alliance known as the Ittehad-ul-Mujahideen claimed responsibility for the attack
Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam | The star who stormed into politics
The political organisation built by actor-turned-politician Vijay, which emerged as the single largest party in the Assembly, declares itself as a secular movement, rooted in the Tamil experience, and committed to social justice and equality
Increase pace of works at Zaheerabad NIMZ: Sangareddy Collector
The NIMZ is proposed to be spread around 12,300 acres, of which around 7,000 acres were acquired. It is being established for heavy industries to set up large scale units
Bussy N. Anand: Vijays close confidante to be part of new Tamil Nadu Cabinet
N. Anand, popularly known as Bussy Anand, is the general secretary of the TVK and a trusted aide of its founder, C. Joseph Vijay
Bussy N. Anand: Vijays close confidante likely to be part of new Tamil Nadu Cabinet
N. Anand, popularly known as Bussy Anand, is the general secretary of the TVK and a trusted aide of its founder, C. Joseph Vijay
Delhi judges grapple with rising threats and little protection
Judges have long been demanding security cover, but concerns have intensified in recent months after a series of reported threats and incidents.
EAM Jaishankar hands over India-assisted agro-processing facility in South Trinidad
S. Jaishankar arrived in Port of Spain from Paramaribo on May 8 on the concluding leg of his three-nation tour of Jamaica, Suriname, and Trinidad and Tobago, aimed at deepening Indias engagement with the Caribbean nations
Why tomorrows doctors need more than medicine
To serve patients effectively, they must understand not only disease, but systems, technology, society and humanity.
Archery World Cup Stage 2 in Shanghai: India stuns home favourites China to clinch recurve team gold
In a tense final marked by ups and downs, India took the opening set before China fought back to level the contest and force a shoot-off after the four-set regulation ended in a tie
From a garage venture to an industry bellwether: Biocon under Kiran Shaw
The succession announcement came alongside a significant corporate restructuring at Biocon, including the merger of its generics and biologics businesses under a single platform
Punjab Minister Sanjeev Arora sent to seven-day ED custody
Karnatakas Planning Minister D. Sudhakar passes away
The Minister was on life support system for over two weeks following lung infection
Iran-Israel war LIVE: Rubio meets Qatari PM as U.S. awaits Iran's response
Iran on May 9 said it was still reviewing the United States proposal linked to ongoing negotiations over the West Asia conflict
Science Snapshots: May 10, 2026
Three recent important research developments, all readable in one minute
India may not sign FTAs, to opt for deeper ties with customs unions in Africa, say officials
Indias cumulative investment in Africa has reached $80 billion, making it one of the major investors in the continent
Dozens killed in fresh attacks in central Mali: local, security sources
Attacks on May 8 were claimed by the Al-Qaeda-linked Group for the Support of Islam and Muslims (JNIM), who had already killed at least 30 people in attacks on villages on May 6
Amit Shah hails BSYs contribution to partys growth in South India
At BSY Abhimantosava, organised to honour Yediyurappa, Union Home Minister says veteran leader should continue to guide party in Karnataka
Champaran challenger | Nishant Kumar begins political journey as JD(U) leader in Bihar
With the BJP installing its first Chief Minister in Bihar, the JD(U)s previously reticent Nishant Kumar has taken on the political mantle from his father, Nitish Kumar, and accepted politics as a full-fledged profession for the survival of the party
Tamil Nadu swearing-in ceremony LIVE: TVK president C. Joseph Vijay to take oath as Chief Minister
Tamil Nadu set for coalition government; TVK secures support of five Congress MLAs-elect, two each from CPI, CPI(M), VCK and IUML, taking tally to 120
Here is a select list of stories to start the day.
Migratory birds read invisible maps
On World Migratory Bird Day (May 9), a case study of the Common pochard, exploring possible reasons why this bird could be warming up to birders in the Chennai Metropolitan Area but giving those in Madurai the cold shoulder
CBI searches 17 locations in Reliance ADA Group cases
In recent months, the CBI has filed seven cases against Group entities based on complaints from various Public Sector Banks and LIC regarding alleged frauds involving thousands of crores
IPL 2026 | Prince and Mohsin have it in them to play for India, says Arun
LSG bowling coach Bharat Arun believes Prince Yadav and Mohsin Khan have the potential to play for India with continued improvement
RCB takes on MI, looks to return to winning ways
RCB aims to bounce back against MI in Raipur as both teams vie for crucial IPL playoff points
Putin says Ukraine war winding down, blasts West for backing Kyiv
The Russian President said he was ready to meet Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy in a third country only once all conditions for a potential peace agreement were settled
Water conservation a challenge in Ernakulam
Water availability in KochiCorpn. slips into deficit from late November to early May, finds a study conducted as part of preparing a water budget
Delhi govt. declares 673 hectares of Central Ridge land as reserved forest
DDA to revive citys 77 water bodies inphased manner: L-G
Social media, expensive gifts used by Dinesh Karala gang to recruit, influence youth
IPL 2026: Gill and Rashid sizzle in Titans thumping victory over Royals
The skipper smashes 84 off 44 deliveries and puts on 118 for the opening wicket with Sai Sudharsan as the visitor amasses 229 for four; the leggie bamboozles the Royals batters with a four-for after Rabada and Siraj account for the dangerous JaiSoorya pair
Census staff conduct late-night visits to cover locked homes in Central Corporation
Two transgender persons among three held for robbery
Mortality of neem trees goes up in A.P.; scientists blame fungus, insect attack
Neem trees are dying due to dieback disease caused by infection by fungus Phomopsis Azadirachtae and Tea Mosquito Bug, says Dr. YSRHU Vice-Chancellor K Dhanumjaya Rao
Three persons arrested for killing man after verbal spat near Ambur
New India Assurance Co Ltd. opens modern office in Vellore
Couple arrested for possession of gutka for illegal sale near Katpadi
When a special team conducting surprise checks approached the shop run by Mahalakshmi, she tried to escape from the spot
Ministers, ambassadors, artists to join The Hindus Huddle in June
This edition will discuss topics such as role of regional parties in strengthening Indias democracy, diplomacy in times of conflict, womens representation in Parliament, and India and Chinas role in shaping a new global order
SPCSS-TN calls Centres higher education bill unconstitutional, demands its withdrawal
Two persons arrested for assault in city
Two men arrested for cheating several banks by pledging fake gold ornaments
Centres high-level group begins examining CMRLs three extension projects
After the Network Planning Group clears the projects, Public Investment Board must give the nod; though DPRs of the projects were sent to the Centre a year ago, they have not yet been approved
CIO Association of Chennai celebrates 14thanniversary
Forest Department may take up drone survey to verify land claims in Anamalai Tiger Reserve
The lands have been claimed by by residents of settlements in the reserve under the Scheduled Tribes and Other Traditional Forest Dwellers (Recognition of Forest Rights) Act, 2006
Out-of-pocket expenditure for patients lowest in Tamil Nadus public health facilities, finds survey
Chennai Corporation starts mechanical desilting of clogged drains at key road junctions
Work is under way at road junctions in areas such as Tondiarpet, Royapuram, Ambattur, and Teynampet
Gram panchayat elections in Karnataka will be held before end of 2026, says Minister Priyank Kharge
Rural Development and Panchayat Raj Minister Priyank Kharge said the State government would conduct gram panchayat elections before the end of 2026
Around 1,10,787 candidates attended COMED-K UGET
Nine TVK Ministers to be sworn in with Vijay on May 10
The list submitted to Governor Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar includes N. Anand, Aadhav Arjuna, K.G. Arunraj, K.A. Sengottaiyan, P. Venkataramanan, C.T.R. Nirmalkumar, A. Rajmohan, T.K. Prabhu, and S. Keerthana
HYDRAA rescues woman trapped overnight in Hussainsagar drain
ISL: Williams goal helps BFC beat JFC
Survey records 143 Odonata species across Western Ghats, highlights 35% shortfall in known diversity
Claims there aremultiple threats across the Western Ghats, including linear infrastructure development, hydropower projects, severe pollution, large-scale land-use changes, unregulated tourism, recurring forest fires.
Techno Sportswear to expand to Odisha
Oldest Forest school in Jawadhu Hills secures 98% in Plus Two examinations
Currently, the school has a total of 463 students, including 218 girls
Sheikh Hasina, Awami League congratulate Suvendu Adhikari
The BJP leader supported Hasina in November 2025 when the latter was sentenced to death by the International Crimes Tribunal in Dhaka for her role in the 2024 crackdown; the Awami League is banned in Bangladesh
DMKs Periyakaruppan moves Madras HC to prevent TVK MLA from participating in vote of confidence
The Minister lost by just one vote to TVKs Seenivasa Sethupathy; Justices L. Victoria Gowri and N. Senthilkumar to hold a special sitting on May 10 to hear the case
Palnadu police bag top CEIR award for recovering lost mobile phones
CBI facilitates return of fugitive from Portugal
Abhay alias Abhay Rana, part of an organised crime syndicate, faces charges of attempted murder and issuing death threats
Rubio defends new U.S. sanctions on Cuba, targeting military-run conglomerate GAESA
Established in the 1990s under military control, GAESA was the Cuban Armed Forces' strategic response to the economic collapse that followed the Soviet Union's fall and the tightening of U.S. sanctions in place at the time
