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Stock markets to boom after June 4, says Amit Shah; Mamata Banerjee slams remarks

The ongoing Lok Sabha elections, deemed the world's largest democratic exercise, commenced last month, with results slated for June 4. A relatively low voter turnout has garnered attention from observers.

18 May 2024 6:02 pm
Back to fold? Trinamool is with INDIA bloc at national level, says Mamata Banerjee

Days after saying that the Trinamool Congress would extend outside support to the INDIA bloc if it is elected to power at the Centre, West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Saturday gave a subtle hint about Trinamool's participation in a new government by them in Delhi.

18 May 2024 5:38 pm
Lack of self-sustained economic activity driving migration from some states: Zoho CEO

While people in some southern states have built beautiful homes, they have not made enough self-sustaining economic activity, said Zoho CEO Sridhar Vembu on Saturday.

18 May 2024 4:41 pm
BFF's At Cannes: Aishwarya Rai, Eva Longoria scream in joy, hug, kiss each other; candidly pose on red carpet [pics]

Aishwarya Rai is attending Cannes 2024 with her daughter Aaradhya. The duo had received a warm welcome on their arrival on May 16.

18 May 2024 3:31 pm
What is Inflammatory bowel disease? Why is it rising in India?

Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), which arises from a combination of genetic factors, gut environment, and immune responses, is seeing a significant rise in India, said health experts on Saturday.

18 May 2024 3:30 pm
It's official now: BJP declares support for Apni Party candidate on J&K's Anantnag-Rajouri Lok Sabha seat

As Mehbooba Mufti is contesting the election on the Anantnag-Rajouri seat, the BJP declared support for her rival Zafar Iqbal Manhas of the Apni Party to give a tough fight to the PDP president.

18 May 2024 3:14 pm
How your nail colour can signal cancer risk

A coloured band (usually white or red) along the length of the nail may indicate the risk of developing cancerous tumours of the skin, eyes, and kidneys, finds a study.

18 May 2024 1:12 pm
Stock market special testing session held today, Sensex jumps 120 points

Indian equity indices opened in green on Saturday, following positive global cues.

18 May 2024 1:03 pm
INDIA bloc confident of 'acche din' from June 4, claims to win 46 of 48 LS seats in Maharashtra

Exuding confidence, the national opposition INDIA bloc partners asserted that 'achhe din' will finally dawn on June 4, when the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) will be voted out and the Opposition government shall take office.

18 May 2024 12:56 pm
'Acting ki classes shuru kar de': Akshay Kumar lauds Rajkummar Rao's film Srikanth; despite his own film Bade Miyan Chote Miyan's debacle

Actor Akshay Kumar reviews Rajkummar Rao's recent release, Srikanth. Meanwhile, Rajkummar Rao's Srikanth gains at the box office on its 2nd Friday, collecting Rs19.71 Cr in 8 days.

18 May 2024 12:43 pm
How Term Insurance Can Support Your Child's Education

Parents can purchase a term insurance plan to safeguard their children's financial future and provide for them in their absence.

18 May 2024 11:53 am
Radha Keli Kunj Vrindavan: The foremost spiritual awakening organization

Bhajan Marg Channel helps many people around the world to answer those questions by providing some important discourses and question-and-answer sessions with the devotees in the Radha Keli Kunj ashram

18 May 2024 11:47 am
K'taka gears up for rainy season, CM Siddaramaiah reviews preparedness

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah reviewed the preparedness for the rainy season during a high-level meeting with officials on Friday. The Chief Minister also issued directions to concerned officials on various other issues.

18 May 2024 10:50 am
INDIA bloc calls for a vote to 'save Democracy, Constitution' in Mumbai rally

The national opposition INDIA-MVA alliance partners here on Friday gave a clarion call to save India, its Democracy and Constitution, and Maharashtra's dignity and self-respect, all of which are under threat from the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP).

18 May 2024 10:18 am
It's official: 'TG' replaces 'TS' as Telangana's abbreviation

The Telangana government on Thursday issued orders to replace 'TS' with 'TG' as the state's abbreviation.

18 May 2024 10:07 am
18 May 2024 9:51 am
SRK gets friendship ultimatum from Karan Johar in leaked clip

A leaked video of Bollywood filmmaker Karan Johar in conversation with superstar Shah Rukh Khan has surfaced on the Internet, sending the fans into a tizzy on what's putting pressure on their friendship.

17 May 2024 8:53 pm
Sensex closes on Friday up 254 points after robust Q4 earnings

At closing this week, Sensex was up 253 points or 0.34 per cent, at 73,917 points and Nifty was up 62 points or 28 per cent at 22,466 points.

17 May 2024 8:38 pm
Who wore it better?: Sobhita Dhulipal's plunging neckline, purple jumpsuit at Cannes 2024 reminds Athiya Shetty's attire from LFW 2023

At the event, the actor made a stylish statement wearing a deep purple-shaded jumpsuit, designed by Namrata Joshipura. The same jumpsuit was donned by Athiya Shetty at the Lakme Fashion Week in 2023. On the official website, the jumpsuit is priced at Rs 1,80,000.

17 May 2024 7:47 pm
'Her outfit is better than Aishwarya': Urvashi Rautela stuns in red strapless shimmery gown; carries lip shaped mini clutch at Cannes [reactions]

On Thursday, Urvashi walked the red carpet for the screening of Francis Ford Coppola's Megalopolis. Cannes's OG queen Aishwarya Rai Bachchan was also among the stars who walked the red carpet. Urvashi matched the red carpet in a custom gown designed by Tunisian designer Souhir El Gabsi.

17 May 2024 4:11 pm
In Ladakh, remotest polling booth is established for just five voters of a single-family

A dedicated polling booth has been established at Warshi-the last village in Nubra Valley of Ladakh for five voters of a single-family living in this remotest area.

17 May 2024 3:02 pm
Kartik Aaryan's uncle, aunt die in Ghatkopar hoarding collapse due to dust storm in Mumbai; actor attends funeral

3 days after 16 people died and 74 were injured after a hoarding collapsed in Ghatkopar, Mumbai police have arrested Bhavesh Bhinde, the owner of the firm which put up the purportedly illegal hoarding on leased government land.

17 May 2024 2:16 pm
Cannes 2024: Daughter Aaradhya holds injured Aishwarya Rai Bachchan's hand, helps her walk down stairs; fans laud her upbringing

Aishwarya Rai once again captivated the global stage as she made an appearance at the Cannes Film Festival 2024 red carpet on Thursday. Doting daughter Aaradhya was seen holding her mom's hand.

17 May 2024 1:54 pm
Beware! New Ola cab fraud comes to light, driver tries to cheat woman with fake surge price

After the journey, the Ola cab driver presented a fare of Rs 749, a stark contrast to the approximately Rs. 254 displayed on her app

17 May 2024 9:50 am
Tongue instead of sixth finger: Goof-up in 4-year-old's surgery at Kozhikode hospital, doctor suspended

In another major goof-up at Kozhikode Medical College Hospital, a four-year-old girl on Thursday became a victim of medical negligence, and the Kerala government, taking serious note of the incident, has suspended Associate Professor Dr Bijohn Johnson.

17 May 2024 9:22 am
Slovakian PM Fico remains in 'serious' condition after assassination attempt

The condition of Slovakian Prime Minister Robert Fico is still serious following the assassination attempt a day ago, Defence Minister Robert Kalinak said on Thursday after a special meeting of the Security Council in Bratislava.

17 May 2024 9:03 am
BJP corporator held in Hyderabad for circulating old video from West Bengal with false claim

The Hyderabad cybercrime police on Thursday arrested a BJP corporator and four others for circulating an old video clip of alleged rigging in a polling booth on social media, claiming that there were irregularities in the recently conducted Lok Sabha elections in Telangana.

17 May 2024 8:53 am
103 candidates file nomination for 6 MLC seats in Karnataka, polling on June 3

As many as 103 candidates, including three women, have filed their nominations for the June 3 election of MLCs from three graduates' and three teachers' constituencies in Karnataka, a State Election Commission release on Thursday said.

17 May 2024 8:42 am
Azad gives new twist to electoral battle in north Kashmir by supporting jailed leader Er Rashid

Lodged in Delhi's Tihar Jail, Engineer Rashid was arrested in August 2019 in a terror funding case. Azad extends support after jailed leader's son approach DPAP chief

17 May 2024 8:19 am
'Is this Aaradhya's art project?': Aishwarya Rai walks the red carpet at Cannes despite hand injury; fails to impress [Reactions]

Despite a hand injury, Aishwarya Rai Bachchan walked the red carpet and posed for photographers at the premiere of Megalopolis at the 77th Cannes Film Festival.

17 May 2024 8:18 am
Dreams do come true: Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah fame Deepti Sadhwani debuts at Debut At Cannes 2024

Cannes 2024: Deepti Sadhwani made her debut at the Cannes Film Festival. The actor attended the festival for the screening of Le Deuxime Acte (The Second Act). She wore a strapless embellished gown and styled it with a voluminous jacket adorned with faux feathers.

16 May 2024 8:45 pm
Make in India: Acer forays into consumer electronics with Acerpure brand; big plans ahead

Acer made a grand entrance into the consumer electronics realm with the launch of a new brand called Acerpure in India. At an event in held in Bengaluru on Thursday, Acer showcased the new product lineup and the future roadmap for Acerpure.

16 May 2024 8:29 pm
Crossbeats Blaze B600 home theatre system with 200W output launched at Rs 6,999

Crossbeats has launched the all-new Blaze B600 Home Theatre System. Pre-booking for the Blaze B600 is open, with the official product launch scheduled for May 20th, at an introductory price of just 6999.

16 May 2024 3:56 pm
Bengaluru college student found dead under suspicious circumstances

A female college student and the daughter of a woman social activist was found dead in suspicious circumstances at her residence in the Subramanyapura police station limits in Bengaluru.

16 May 2024 3:25 pm
Blinkit offers 'free dhaniya' with veggies, people ask for 'hari mirch' too

After listening to a user's mother's suggestion who had to pay for 'dhaniya' (coriander) on Blinkit while ordering veggies, Zomato's grocery delivery platform has now started to offer 'free dhaniya' with vegetables.

16 May 2024 3:18 pm
Oil Companies benefit as Centre cuts windfall tax on crude, will it trickle down to consumer?

The Central government has cut the windfall tax on petroleum crude to 5,700 rupees ($68.34) per metric ton from 8,400 rupees with effect from Thursday, as part of its fortnightly revision that is calibrated with global prices.

16 May 2024 1:57 pm
Why AP voters rush to polling booth in last hour? A 2019 trend repeats with a record-breaking 81% voter turnout

Andhra Pradesh politics are dominated by cadre-based parties -- YSRCP and TDP and both camps launched extensive campaigns well ahead of schedule, mobilizing their grassroots support.

16 May 2024 12:20 pm
'Cowardly, dastardly act', says PM Modi on attack on Slovak PM Robert Fico

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday condemned the attack on Slovakia's PM Robert Fico, calling it a cowardly and dastardly act.

16 May 2024 11:51 am
'Bomb' scribbled on tissue paper found on Air India plane at Delhi airport, turns out hoax

A tissue paper, with the word omb written on it, was found in the Air India flight lavatory at Delhi airport, prompting security agencies to conduct an inspection but it turned out to be a hoax, a police official said.

16 May 2024 11:36 am
Banned Jamaat-e-Islami reposes faith in democracy, ready to contest assembly polls

Jamaat-e-Islami J&K Ghulam Qadir Wani said that their organization is ready for the electoral comeback if the Centre revokes the ban imposed on them in 2019.

16 May 2024 11:15 am
Shameless doesn't even know people died..: Mannara Chopra faces backlash for enjoying Mumbai's dust storm, dancing in rain

Mannara Chopra shared a video of dancing and enjoying Mumbai's first rain which came with dust storm and even claimed a lives. Ever since, the Bigg Boss star has been at the receiving end of a lot of backlash.

16 May 2024 11:12 am
Slovak PM Fico shot during public interaction, condition unclear

Slovakian Prime Minister Robert Fico, who has taken his central European country to a neutral stance on the Russian-Ukrainian conflict, was shot and wounded on Wednesday as he interacted with the public after a government meeting, reports said.

16 May 2024 11:03 am
Tharii By Shrutika: Reviving Traditional Weaves for Modern Women

Tharri by Shrutika has worked with the weavers to ensure every handmade design is unique and reflects the craftsmanship

15 May 2024 10:43 pm
The Architect of Change: Atul Gupta's Impactful Journey in Shaping the Modern IT Landscape

Gupta's contributions to the global IT landscape are extensive, echoing the visionary spirit of legends like Steve Jobs.

15 May 2024 10:37 pm
Who wore it better?: Urvashi Rautela ruffled pink thigh-high slit outfit at Cannes 2024, reminds netizens of Deepika Padukone's Cannes 2018 outfit

Urvashi Rautela graced the red carpet of the Cannes Film Festival in a regal hot pink corseted dress with fluffy sheer at the shoulders. To complete the outfit, Rautela donned a matching studded headpiece and lace gloves up until her forearms.

15 May 2024 7:20 pm
Established near Jammu city, a citadel of narcoterrorists dismantled in a two-day-long operation

A huge chunk of prime land, allotted to the Industrial Department, was forcibly encroached upon by the drug mafia by developing an illegal colony on the outskirts of Jammu City.

15 May 2024 7:18 pm
Anushka Sharma, Virat Kohli send gift hampers to paps for especting privacy of their children [Reactions]

Virat Kohli and Anushka Sharma sent gift hampers to paparazzi as a thank you note for respecting their privacy.

15 May 2024 7:18 pm
Sanjay Kapoor says Boney Kapoor didn't help him during low phase; Insists he's happier than Anil Kapoor

Sanjay Kapoor talks about Boney Kapoor not helping him during his low phase, being more content and happier than brother Anil Kapoor

15 May 2024 7:18 pm
Nothing CMF Buds review: Peak flamboyance at a bargain

CMF Buds by Nothing offer a compelling package for budget-conscious consumers looking for a stylish and functional pair of earbuds. While they may not excel in every category, their affordable price point makes them a worthwhile investment. Read full review here.

15 May 2024 6:50 pm
Samsung Galaxy A55 5G review: Go premium without breaking bank

Samsung Galaxy A55 5G brings a refreshing design overhaul with its aluminum frame, offering enhanced aesthetics and tactile feel. Read our full review of the mid-range smartphone from Samsung's stable.

15 May 2024 6:07 pm