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IUML Ministers-Designate Offer Prayers Ahead of Oath Ceremony

Several ministers-designate of other Congress and other allies had also offered prayers at temples and churches in the morning

Severe Heatwave Expected in NCR, Temperatures to Exceed 45 Degrees Celsius

New Delhi, May 18: Residents of the National Capital Region (NCR) are bracing for extreme heat and a heatwave over the next two days. According t

Rajnath Singhs Upcoming Visits to Vietnam and South Korea to Strengthen Defense Partnerships

New Delhi, May 18: Defense Minister Rajnath Singh is set to arrive in Hanoi, the capital of Vietnam, on Monday. Following this, he will also visi

Nitin Naveens Grand Welcome Planned in Bhubaneswar

Bhubaneswar, May 18: Preparations are underway in Bhubaneswar for the grand welcome of BJP National President Nitin Naveen. His visit comes just

Google may dial down free storage for new Gmail users without phone numbers

Tech outlet Android Authority reported that Google was testing a policy of giving out less than 15 GB free cloud storage to some users

Indian Stock Market Opens Lower Amid Weak Global Signals; Sensex Drops Below 75,000

Mumbai, May 18: The Indian stock market opened lower on Monday due to weak global signals. At 9:18 AM, the Sensex fell by 851 points, or 1.08%, t

VD Satheesan takes oath as Kerala CM | UDF Cabinet swearing-in ceremony

Reverence at Rudranath: CM Pushkar Singh Dhami Highlights the Temples Significance

Dehradun, May 18: In the sacred land of Uttarakhand, nestled among towering Himalayan peaks, the chants of Om Namah Shivaya resonate at Rudranath

Nitin Naveens Visit to Bhubaneswar Energizes BJP Workers Ahead of Panchayat Elections

Bhubaneswar, May 18: Preparations are underway in Bhubaneswar for a grand welcome of Nitin Naveen, the National President of the BJP. His visit c

PM Modi pitches India as global investment hub during Sweden visit

PM Modi said India is positioning itself as a major global destination for investment, innovation and manufacturing through large-scale economic

Ramesh Chennithala Confirms Home Portfolio in Kerala Cabinet

He asserted that the new UDF administration would ensure better governance and law and order in Kerala

'Everything is alright': KC Venugopal welcomes dignitaries for VD Satheesan's swearing-in as Keralam CM

The United Democratic Front is set to take power in Keralam. VD Satheesan will be sworn in as Chief Minister today. Senior Congress leaders and C

West Bengal Cabinet Meeting to Address DA Allowance and Transparent Admissions

Kolkata, May 18: Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari will lead the second significant meeting of West Bengals new cabinet this afternoon. The agenda

PM Modis Successful Visit to Sweden: Six Key Achievements Highlighted by the Ministry of External Affairs

Gothenburg, May 18: Prime Minister Narendra Modi has completed the third phase of his successful visit to Sweden as part of a tour across five co

Rahul, Revanth Reach Kerala for UDF Govt Oath Ceremony

Chief Minister-designate V D Satheesan warmly welcomed him with a hug, along with his deputy, Mallu Bhatti Vikramarka

Jailed MP Engineer Rashid's father dies aged 85

His party has appealed to the Central Government to immediately facilitate the release of the Baramulla MP so that he can participate in the last

Strengthening Ties: India and Sweden Announce Strategic Partnership During PM Modis Visit

Gothenburg, May 18: Following Prime Minister Narendra Modis visit to Sweden, the Indian Ministry of External Affairs has issued a joint statement

Reverence at Rudranath Dham: CM Pushkar Singh Dhami Highlights Its Significance

Dehradun, May 18: In the sacred land of Uttarakhand, nestled among towering Himalayan peaks, the chants of Om Namah Shivaya resonate at Rudranath

Prism Johnson shines on getting nod to raise Rs 500 crore

Prism Johnson is currently trading at Rs. 127.65, up by 2.40 points or 1.92% from its previous closing of Rs. 125.25 on the BSE. The scrip opened

Erdogan Warns of Declining Birth Rate, Urges Larger Families in Turkey

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has renewed his call for larger families, warning that the countrys falling birth rate poses a serious nat

Jury to decide fate of Elon Musk's blockbuster suit against OpenAI

The three-week trial in Oakland, outside San Francisco, has seen a parade of Silicon Valley titans take the stand

Kerala Oath Taking Ceremony LIVE Updates: VD Satheesan To Be Sworn In At 10 am

Kerala Cabinet Oath Ceremony LIVE Updates:

Dangerous Escalation: India Condemns Attack On UAE Nuclear Plant

The UAE said three drones entered from the western border - one struck the inner perimeter of the nuclear facility, while two others were interce

MS Dhoni walks out to Will MSD play in CSK's final game at Chepauk of IPL 2026 vs SRH?

Will MS Dhoni play today? MS Dhoni's recent training session at Chepauk has ignited intense speculation about his potential return for Chennai Su

Govt Debunks Fake Claim of Only Two Days of Fuel Reserves

In a fact-check post, the Press Information Bureau (PIB) clarified that India currently maintains crude oil reserves sufficient for 60 days

11 Candidates Arrested For Alleged Mass Copying In CSIR-IICT Recruitment Exam

A case has been registered, and further investigation is underway to identify whether any outside network or organisers were involved in the malp

Indian-Origin Woman Shares Journey Of Building $2.8 Million-A-Year Ice Cream Business In US

She gained media attention after her work was praised by a food writer for The New York Times, who was also her customer.

Indian Student, 25, Dies In Road Accident In US

Indian student Navya Gadusu dies in road accident near Chicago, six others injured.

Two US Navy jets collide midair during Idaho air show, all crew members safe

The aircraft involved in the collision belonged to Electronic Attack Squadron VAQ-129, which is based at Naval Air Station Whidbey Island.

How to disable Instagram Instants

Instagrams new Instants photo-sharing feature has left some users wanting a way to opt out as they fear accidentally sending out selfies

Beyond the stadium: How The Omaxe State is building a real-world growth engine for startups

What if startups didnt have to chase distribution, but could build where demand already exists? A new project in Dwarka, The Omaxe State, is turn

Corner Office Conversation: HP India MD Ipsita Dasgupta on AI PCs & Creator Economy

Philanthropy in Asia emerging as risk capital for social innovation: Report

Tata Trusts-backed digital inclusion platformHaqdarshak isunder the governments Digital India initiative to improve access to welfare schemes.

Russia hits Ukraine's Odesa, Dnipro with drones and missiles overnight

Russia launched drone and missile attacks on Ukrainian cities Odesa and Dnipro overnight. These strikes injured eleven people, including two boys

7-Hour Rescue Operation at Fateh Sagar After Trader Feared Drowned

Udaipur, May 18 (Udaipur Kiran) A massive rescue operation was carried out at Fateh Sagar Lake after a city trader was feared drowned in the lak

Thupstan Chhewang questions LAB functioning, targets Sonam Wangchuk over foreign funding allegations

Just days before the next round of talks between Ladakh leaders and the High-Powered Committee of the Union Ministry of Home Affairs, serious dif

Kerala: Massive Crowds Gather for VD Satheesan Govt Swearing-In

Over 50,000 passes have been issued for the event, and a massive stage has been set up for Chief Minister-designate V. D. Satheeshan and his 20-m

VD Satheesan to Take Oath as Chief Minister: Kharge Calls UDF Victory Unprecedented

Thiruvananthapuram, May 18: The Congress-led United Democratic Front (UDF) government in Kerala is set to take the oath of office on Monday. VD S

Gold Chain Snatched From Woman In Godavarikhani

The victim, V Bhoolakshmi, was going to collect mangoes when an unidentified person came from behind on a motorcycle without a number plate and s

Disaster resilience investment has touched $100 billion in Asia

Governments, banks and investors have deployed about $100 billion toward climate adaptation projects in Asia over the past five years, with most

PM Modi, Swedish PM Kristersson announce India-Sweden strategic partnership

Both leaders discussed expanding cooperation in areas including trade, defence, emerging technologies, climate transition, innovation and counter

Drug mafia occupies SIDCO industrial land in Bari Brahmana; 50 kanals Worth Rs 60 crore retrieved

A major anti-encroachment drive in Samba district has exposed how influential drug lords had illegally occupied State land transferred to the J&K

Oil Touches 2-Week High After Drone Attack on UAE Nuclear Power Plant

Brent crude futures climbed $2.03, or 1.86%, to $111.29 a barrel after touching $112 earlier, the highest since May 5

Iran fires a fresh threat: After oil, your Insta reels, Amazon deliveries, WhatsApp chats and Netflix streams could be the next target

From Whatsapp chats, Insta reels to Amazon deliveries, everything could be hit as Iran is considering imposing fees on undersea internet cables p

KL Rahul Breaks AB de Villiers Record in IPL 2026 Match

New Delhi, May 18: In a thrilling encounter of IPL 2026, the Delhi Capitals (DC) showcased an impressive performance, defeating the Rajasthan Roy

Heavy Rains Bring Relief from Heat in Tamil Nadu; Monsoon Expected to Arrive in Kerala Around May 26

Chennai, May 18: Heavy rainfall in Tamil Nadu has provided much-needed relief from the heat. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) forecasts

Stuttering Starmer: On the Labour leadership crisis

The fragmentation of the electorate might make the U.K. ungovernable

Hantavirus-hit cruise ship set to reach Rotterdam port as final destination

The cruise ship MV Hondius, hit by hantavirus, has docked in Rotterdam for disinfection. Remaining crew and medical staff will undergo quarantine

FIFA World Cup 2026: Who could be the breakout star?

A look at five of the contenders to become the games next superstar at this years finals in U.S., Mexico and Canada

mid-day Opinion: We need more eyes on the Met Gala

Its great that were finally waking up to the undeniable importance of this annual event in a foreign city far from us

Nepals Kami Rita Sherpa Breaks Own Everest Climbing Record With 32nd Ascent

The 56-year-old veteran climber, popularly known as 'Everest Man', reached the 8,848.86-metre peak (29,032 feet) at 10:12 am, according to the De

Tragic Car Accident Claims Five Lives in Tamil Nadu

Madurai, May 18: A devastating car accident near Madurai, Tamil Nadu, has claimed the lives of five family members, including three women. The in

Kharge Hails Huge Mandate Ahead of VD Satheesan's Swearing-in as Kerala CM

VD Satheesan is set to take oath as the Chief Minister of Kerala at 10 am today, along with his full Council of Ministers

China to buy USD 17 billion in US farm products annually after Trump-Xi talks

The White House said both leaders reached agreements on a range of issues aimed at improving bilateral ties, boosting trade and increasing econom

Siddharth Can't Stop Gushing Over Aditi Rao Hydari's 2026 Cannes Film Festival Red Carpet Look

The official social media handle of Cannes also featured her red carpet appearance.

'Clock is ticking for Iran...: Trump issues fresh warning to Tehran amid stalled negotiations

Bain Capital raises $10.5 billion for Asia Fund VI

Bain Capital has raised $10.5 billion for its sixth Asia-focused private equity fund, including $9.1 billion from external investors, exceeding i

Tragic Gas Leak Explosion in Fatehpur Leaves Nine Injured

Fatehpur, May 18: A tragic incident occurred in Fatehpur district, Uttar Pradesh, where a gas leak from a cylinder led to a powerful explosion. N

Rashmika Mandanna Praises Kriti Sanons Stunning Look in Cocktail 2

Mumbai, May 18: In the entertainment industry, competition among actresses is common, but the bond between Kriti Sanon and Rashmika Mandanna stan

Nalgonda Student Dies In Tragic Road Accident In US

Navya went to the US two years ago to pursue MS

Delhi Tenant Stages His Shooting To Extort Money From Landlord, Delay Eviction

A tenant faked a shooting injury with accomplices to pressure landlord for settlement in Delhi.

Panchang for May 19: Auspicious Timings and Rahu Kaal to Note

New Delhi, May 18: In Sanatan Dharma, the Panchang is essential for determining auspicious and inauspicious times based on its five components: N

Cruise passenger in Canada tests positive for hantavirus after lab confirmation

No additional cases have been identified so far

Petrol, Diesel prices hiked again as brent crude rises above $110 barrel? Check fuel rates in Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai and other cities today

Petrol, Diesel prices today: Petrol and diesel prices remained steady on Monday after a recent Rs 3 per litre hike, with further increases antici

Journey to Kashmir: A Heritage Quest for the Displaced Community

Washington, May 18: For 36 years, Kashmir has existed for Shirin Raina as fragmented memories. Stories shared at the dinner table in New Jersey,

Jannik Sinner Makes History by Winning Italian Open, Defeating Casper Ruud in Final

Rome, May 18: Jannik Sinner made history on Sunday by winning the Italian Open title. He became the first Italian player to achieve this feat sin

Atlee and Priya Atlee Reveal Newborn Daughter's Name as 'Miyou'

Atlee is currently working on his upcoming multi-starrer film 'Raaka', starring Allu Arjun and Deepika Padukone.

Scientists discover molecular switch that activates calorie-burning brown fat

Unlike white fat, which mainly stores energy, brown fat helps the body stay warm

Excitement in Norway as PM Modi Visits for India-Nordic Summit

Oslo, May 18: Prime Minister Narendra Modi is visiting Norway for the third India-Nordic Summit and a bilateral meeting. The Indian community is

Mumbai Crime Branch Achieves Major Breakthrough: Two Arrested for Bombing in Murshidabad, West Bengal

Mumbai, May 18: The Mumbai Crime Branchs Crime Intelligence Unit (CIU) has made a significant breakthrough in the bombing incident that occurred

Diversification gains: On India and its export competitiveness

India needs to improve export competitiveness in terms of cost and quality

First Case of Hantavirus Confirmed in Canada, Cruise Passenger Isolated

Ottawa, May 18: The Public Health Agency of Canada (PHAC) has confirmed symptoms of hantavirus in a cruise passenger following laboratory tests.

Four crew members eject safely after two Navy jets crash during air show in Idaho

The collision involved two U.S. Navy EA18-G Growlers from the Electronic Attack Squadron 129 in Whidbey Island, Washington, said Cmdr Amelia Umay

IPL 2026: Bhuvneshwar Strengthens Hold on Purple Cap, Sudharsan Leads Orange Cap Race

New Delhi, May 18: In the IPL 2026 match against Punjab Kings on Sunday, Royal Challengers Bangalores fast bowler Bhuvneshwar Kumar took two wick

LPG vessel crosses Strait of Hormuz, docks at Gujarat`s Kandla port

The Marshall Islands-flagged MV SYMI started its journey from Qatar and docked at the port in Kandla around 11.30 pm on Saturday after crossing t

South Korea seeks to avert strike at Samsung Electronics amid pay dispute

The labour union will resume pay talks on Monday with a government mediator

Penn State engineers develop soft implant to help lower blood pressure

The device, called CaroFlex, combines 3D-printed stretchable electronics with a gel-like adhesive that sticks directly to living tissue without s

Fire Breaks Out on Passenger Train at Sasaram Railway Station

Mumbai, May 18: A fire erupted on a passenger train at Sasaram Railway Station in Bihars Rohtas district early Monday morning. Upon receiving the

Four killed as Rajasthan roadways bus collides head-on with car in Nagaur

The four injured passengers are undergoing treatment in Jodhpur

Ebola outbreak sparks concern in India: Should you be worried? Here's what you need to know about signs, symptoms and prevention

Ebola in India: The WHO has declared the Ebola outbreak in Congo and Uganda a public health emergency with over 300 cases and 88 deaths. Indian h

Scott Hastings, Scotland Rugby Great, Dies at 61

Hastings was a member of the Grand Slam-winning team in the 1990 Five Nations and scored 10 tries for his country

Saudi Arabia Downs Three Drones Intruding from Iraq

Riyadh, May 18: The Saudi Arabian Ministry of Defense has claimed to have shot down three drones that entered the countrys airspace from Iraqi te

Saudi Arabia Shoots Down Three Drones Infiltrating from Iraqi Airspace

Riyadh, May 18: The Saudi Arabian Ministry of Defense has reported the interception and destruction of three drones that entered the countrys air

US President Trumps warning raises fears of escalation in West Asia

The post has been widely interpreted as a signal directed at Tehran at a time of fragile regional stability

Saudi Arabia Shoots Down Three Drones Intruding from Iraqi Airspace

Riyadh, May 18: The Saudi Arabian Ministry of Defense has reported the successful interception and destruction of three drones that entered its a

Jury to Decide Fate of Musk's Blockbuster Suit Against OpenAI

The jury will also weigh whether Microsoft, OpenAI's largest private backer with $13 billion committed, knowingly facilitated the shift away from

WHO keeps evaluation of hantavirus as 'low risk' as ship approaches end of voyage

The MV Hondius is expected to dock in the Dutch port of Rotterdam

Embrace Trikonasana for a Stress-Free Life and Stronger Body

New Delhi, May 18: In todays fast-paced lifestyle, physical activity is declining while mental stress is on the rise. To keep the body energized,

China has agreed to address US concerns over rare earth shortages, says White House

China has agreed to address U.S. concerns over shortages of specialty rare earth minerals and critical materials caused by Beijings export contro

WHO declares Ebola outbreak global health emergency

Indian health experts assure no need for panic as WHO declares Ebola a global health emergency. Unlike COVID-19, Ebola requires close contact for