Fresh political friction has erupted in Tamil Nadu following the cabinet swearing-in ceremony, where the Tamil Thai Valthu was once again played third during an official ceremony. This marks the third consecutive occasion where the Tamil anthem has been placed third in the protocol order, triggering fresh criticism and political reactions across the state regarding the government's failure to uphold regional ceremonial traditions.
'The situation globally is quite challenging, but we have the confidence and courage of conviction that we will come out winners even in this challenging time.'
With Saif Ali Khan and Randeep Hooda donning the cop uniform on OTT this week, we take a look at 10 memorable police portrayals in Hindi OTT series over the years.
The Delhi High Court has directed the Centre and the censor board to review a PIL raising concerns about the Ranveer Singh-starrer 'Dhurandhar: The Revenge,' which allegedly reveals sensitive information about India's intelligence and defence operations.
Devdutt Padikkal credits Virat Kohli for helping him understand how to construct an innings in T20 cricket. He also spoke about his experiences with Rajasthan Royals and Lucknow Super Giants, and how they helped him grow as a player.
Heinrich Klaasen has emerged as the cornerstone of Sunrisers Hyderabad's batting lineup in IPL 2026, consistently delivering impactful performances and justifying his hefty price tag.
Marathi actress Prajaktta Mali made a significant appearance at Cannes 2026 as part of a delegation to champion Marathi cinema on the global stage.
This desperate struggle by PBKS after riding high will be recorded as one of the most shocking turnarounds of the IPL 2026 season.
The CBSE class 12 exam results were declared with over 85 per cent of candidates clearing the exams, although the overall pass percentage dipped compared to last year.
West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari held his first 'janata darbar' after assuming office, hearing people's demands and grievances at a BJP office in Kolkata.
Following the deaths of four women due to post-caesarean complications, hospitals in Kota report no new cases of infection. Six women remain under treatment, with one discharged and others showing signs of recovery.
SC Delhi and Inter Kashi played to a 0-0 draw in their Indian Super League match, with both teams displaying strong defence and goalkeeping.
The Indian rupee rebounded 50 paise from its all-time closing low to settle at 96.36 against the US dollar, driven by retreating crude oil prices, signs of easing geopolitical friction, and likely central bank intervention.
US President Donald Trump on Friday said that the 'ceasefire' that he got done between India and Pakistan was a favour to their army chief Asim Munir and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif.
The Calcutta High Court has upheld a magistrate court's decision to grant interim maintenance to a Hindu woman who married a man according to Muslim rites and customs, citing Supreme Court precedents on the husband's liability for maintenance until the marriage is declared void.
Vinesh Phogat has responded to the Wrestling Federation of India's show-cause notice, asserting her eligibility to compete in the National Open Ranking tournament despite the WFI's stance against it.
Discover the inspiring journey of Komal Prabhu, called the Queen of GSB Cuisine, that saw her switch professions -- a Bharata Natyam dancer became a celebrated chef devoted to preserving traditional Gaud Saraswat Brahmin food traditions.
An 18-year-old was arrested in Delhi after a video surfaced online showing him firing an illegal pistol. Police apprehended the suspect after a chase and recovered the weapon.
Novak Djokovic aims for a record 25th Grand Slam title at the French Open, but faces challenges due to a disrupted season and physical issues.
The family of Twisha Sharma, who died last week, is demanding an independent probe into phone calls made by one of the accused to influential figures and CCTV technicians after her death.
From the upcoming biopic Amri on Amrita Sher-Gil to classic roles like Akshaye Khanna's Sid in Dil Chahta Hai and Anil Kapoor's Majnu Bhai in Welcome, Bollywood has often explored the lives and artistry of painters.
A Delhi court acquitted four men accused in the 2020 Delhi riots case, citing unreliable police testimonies contradicted by investigation records and other evidence.
Randeep Hooda returns as the titular supercop in Inspector Avinash Season 2, but the series struggles to maintain narrative coherence and pacing, sighs Sreeju Sudhakaran.
The Madhya Pradesh High Court has permitted a second postmortem of Twisha Sharma, a Noida woman who allegedly died due to dowry harassment. The family sought the second autopsy citing discrepancies in the first postmortem report.
Josh Inglis's blistering 72 helped Lucknow Super Giants post a competitive 196 for six against Punjab Kings in their IPL match. Inglis and Ayush Badoni's aggressive batting helped Lucknow recover from an early slump.
The West Bengal government has mandated the singing of 'Vande Mataram' at assembly prayers in all madrassas with immediate effect. This decision follows a similar directive for all schools in the state and aims to bring uniformity in assembly practices across institutions.
The Chepauk crowd rose as one when the legendary Mahendra Singh Dhoni walked out for the team photograph during the Chennai Super Kings' must-win clash against Sunrisers Hyderabad on Monday, May 18, 2026.
The US has seized an oil tanker, 'Skywave', linked to Iran in the Indian Ocean, as part of efforts to disrupt Iran's oil shipments and enforce sanctions. The vessel was part of a network transporting sanctioned Iranian crude oil, with the seizure occurring amid heightened tensions between Washington and Tehran.
A Mumbai police constable has been terminated for dereliction of duty as a bodyguard to former NCP leader Baba Siddique, who was murdered in October 2024.
Gujarat Titans captain Shubman Gill criticised his team's fielding performance after their loss to Kolkata Knight Riders, citing dropped catches as a key factor in the defeat.
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said that discussions aimed at halting the conflict with Iran have shown "some slight progress," while simultaneously echoing Washington's dissatisfaction with its NATO allies.
'Why are we deliberately taking apart an electoral system that has worked?' 'There is no answer to that, and there is no data and has never been any on the absurd slander that foreigners are voting here,' asserts Aakar Patel.
The All India Mahila Congress has demanded a fresh probe into the 2020 Hathras gang-rape and murder case, citing revelations made in a new documentary film. The party also criticised the Uttar Pradesh government's handling of the case and alleged a cover-up.
This is just one of the things you can experience in the Mahindra museum -- The Museum of Living History -- whose sleek, immersive design made Rediff's Mayur Sanap feel he was walking into a Tron movie. Except, instead of neon blue tones, the dominant colour everywhere was Mahindra's signature red which made the space feel bold and dramatic.
India's exports recorded a 13.78 per cent increase to USD 43.56 billion in April, marking the highest monthly outbound shipments in over four years, primarily driven by petroleum products. However, the trade deficit widened to a three-month high of USD 28.38 billion due to a 10 per cent rise in imports.
Ted Lasso actor Cristo Fernandez, known for playing Dani Rojas, has signed a professional football contract with El Paso Locomotive FC, a U.S. second-tier team, fulfilling a lifelong dream after overcoming a past knee injury.
India's retail inflation, measured by the Consumer Price Index (CPI), increased to 3.48 per cent in April, up from 3.40 per cent in March, primarily due to a surge in prices of gold and silver jewellery, as well as certain kitchen staples like tomatoes and cauliflower.
Vinesh Phogat has responded to the Wrestling Federation of India's show-cause notice, asserting her eligibility to return from retirement. The WFI, however, maintains that disciplinary proceedings must conclude before she can compete in the National Open Ranking tournament.
Sunrisers Hyderabad defeated Royal Challengers Bengaluru by 55 runs, but RCB secured the top spot in the IPL standings due to their net run rate. SRH posted a formidable 255/4, while RCB reached their target of 166 to ensure a top-two finish.
Scientists stress there is currently no evidence of human infections, or community spread linked to the virus.
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