CMF Watch 3 Pro smartwatch launched with AMOLED display and health‑tracking features
Tech company CMF introduced the Watch 3 Pro, a new smartwatch featuring an AMOLED screen, heart‑rate and sleep monitoring, stress tracking, guided breathing, hydration reminders, and women’s health support. The device al...
Indian Villagers Turn to Cow‑Dung Biogas Amid Cooking‑Gas Shortage
Facing long queues for LPG cylinders caused by the Iran war‑induced energy crunch, residents in Uttar Pradesh villages such as Nekpur are using biogas produced from cow dung to fuel stoves, as described by the South Chin...
Karnataka allocates extra ₹72 crore to address rural drinking‑water shortage
The Karnataka government announced an additional allocation of 72 crore rupees aimed at alleviating water scarcity in rural areas. The funding will be used to develop new wells, pipelines and storage facilities, accordin...
Volunteer Injured While Assisting Cleanup After Deadly Fireworks Plant Explosion in Hunan
A rescuer at the site of a fireworks factory blast in Liuyang, Hunan, which killed 26 people and injured 61, was wounded by secondary explosions during cleanup, according to the South China Morning Post. The incident hig...
Spain to receive hantavirus‑infected cruise ship in Canary Islands
Spanish authorities confirmed that a cruise ship carrying passengers and crew infected with hantavirus will dock in the Canary Islands for medical examination. Officials said medical teams will assess and treat all indiv...
North Korea amends constitution, removes unification clause and emphasizes nuclear role
North Korea's Supreme People's Assembly approved constitutional revisions that delete references to Korean peninsula unification and redefine the country's territory to include the South. The changes also codify leader K...
India's services sector registers five‑month high growth in April, PMI data show
A purchasing managers' index released in early May indicated that India’s services industry expanded at its fastest pace in five months during April. Strong domestic demand, especially in information technology, finance ...
AP education chief orders action against 50 underperforming government junior colleges
Andhra Pradesh’s intermediate education chief Ranjith Basha conducted a statewide review of junior colleges with low pass rates. He issued show‑cause notices to principals and lecturers, removed guest faculty in weak sub...
NSS leader credits public fatigue for Congress‑led UDF’s Kerala election win
National Socialist Party (NSS) general secretary G. Sukumaran Nair said the Congress‑led United Democratic Front’s victory in Kerala was driven by voters’ frustration rather than any individual’s effort. He noted ongoing...
Fujifilm Instax Mini 13 review: modest upgrades keep instant camera popular
The new Instax Mini 13 builds on the series’ well‑known simplicity and nostalgic appeal, offering minor enhancements such as a slimmer body and an automatic flash. Reviewers say the camera maintains its fun, affordable i...
AIADMK loses voter support in Tamil Nadu’s Coimbatore district, analysis shows
Recent political surveys indicate the All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (AIADMK) is experiencing an erosion of its traditional voter base in Coimbatore. Factors cited include local leadership disputes and competit...
India and Suriname deepen ties, foreign minister Jaishankar calls relationship a ‘family’ bond
Indian External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar described the bilateral relationship with Suriname as a robust, multifaceted partnership rooted in shared historical ties. Cooperation now spans infrastructure projects, tra...
Amity University Online launches AONSAT 2026 scholarship platform for distance learners
Amity University Online announced the AONSAT 2026 initiative, a new scholarship pathway aimed at expanding access to online higher education. The program will provide financial aid and mentorship to eligible students acr...
IGT Solutions rebrands as Atain, becoming an enterprise orchestration partner
IGT Solutions announced a rebranding to Atain, signaling a shift toward offering enterprise orchestration services. The company said the new brand reflects its expanded capabilities and strategic direction. The change wa...
Freo to acquire IndiaLends in major growth push
Fintech firm Freo disclosed plans to acquire IndiaLends as part of a strategic expansion drive. The acquisition aims to broaden Freo’s product portfolio and market presence in India. The Hindu reported the deal on May 6,...
India's migration policy emphasized as dignified and rights‑based, says MoS Kirti Vardhan Singh
Minister of State Kirti Vardhan Singh stated that India’s approach to migration is grounded in dignity and respect for migrants’ rights. He highlighted ongoing efforts to ensure humane treatment for all migrants. The com...
‘Savukku’ Shankar seeks bail in attempt‑to‑murder case, court orders police counter‑affidavit
Former activist ‘Savukku’ Shankar applied for bail in an attempt‑to‑murder case, and the Madras High Court directed the police to submit a counter‑affidavit by Thursday. Justice L. Victoria Gowri presided over the hearin...
Gas price shock disrupts food services in Kerala’s Malappuram district
A sudden spike in gas prices forced many food outlets in Malappuram, Kerala, to shut down, leaving travelers and commuters without food or water. The disruption caught the public off guard and highlighted supply chain vu...
Assembly poll 2026: Pinarayi’s majority falls sharply as UDF surges in Dharmadam
In the 2026 Kerala Assembly elections, incumbent Chief Minister Pinarayi’s margin in Dharmadam dropped dramatically, with the UDF achieving an unprecedented surge. The new majority is roughly a third of the 2021 margin o...
Bhagyashri Borse joins Sivakarthikeyan’s next film ‘Seyon’, produced by Kamal Haasan’s Raaj Kamal Films
Actress Bhagyashri Borse has been cast in Sivakarthikeyan’s upcoming movie ‘Seyon’, produced by Kamal Haasan and Mahendran under Raaj Kamal Films International. The film’s music will be scored by Santhosh Narayanan. The ...