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A video showing a man demanding an auto driver speak Hindi in Bengaluru sparked a language debate. The man, dubbed the 'Hindi warrior,' later apologized in Kannada, claiming he didn't intend to offend and regretted his outburst.

The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has declared the final results of the Civil Services Examination, 2024. Shakti Dubey has topped the list of 1009 recommended candidates. The result includes appointments to the IAS, IFS, IPS, and Central Services (Group A and B). A reserve list of 230 candidates has also been maintained. The result, released in April 2025, includes category-wise and disability-wise details, with full marks expected to be available on the UPSC website soon.

The visit of US Vice-President J.D. Vance and Second Lady Usha Vance to India sparked emotional responses in Andhra Pradesh, where Usha’s ancestral roots lie. Her traditional gestures and family ties stirred local pride, prompting official inquiries and heartfelt appeals from relatives and villagers hoping for a visit. Usha’s lineage traces back to Andhra’s scholarly Chilukuri family.

Elon Musk cautioned against cryptocurrency scams on X with a viral image, highlighting scammers' use of fake profiles, often posing as attractive women, to lure victims. The post underscores that these messages, despite appearances, are frequently sent by male scammers. Musk's warning addresses the serious issue of crypto-related fraud on social media, where scammers exploit users for financial gain.

Microsoft is implementing stricter performance management policies, including a two-year rehire ban for underperformers and restrictions on internal transfers. These changes aim to accelerate high performance and swiftly address low performance, aligning with industry trends toward performance-based evaluations. The company is also introducing AI-supported tools to aid managers in performance conversations.

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, who is on a 11-day trip to the U.S. and Peru,discusses bilateral cooperation, investment opportunities with business leaders in San Franciso.

PM Modi praises Saudi Crown Prince as a strong advocate of bilateral ties and invites Saudi companies to invest in India

Decision follows Union Ministry of Home Affairs’ letter to State governments declaring a period of national mourning

Stock market today: BSE Sensex and Nifty50, the Indian equity benchmark indices, saw a choppy start to trade on Tuesday morning. Dr. VK Vijayakumar, Chief Investment Strategist, Geojit Investments says that this period of uncertainty is likely to witness EMs like India decoupling from the US market.

Work has begun for the east and west terminuses, car parking plazas and the office building

Pope Francis's death on Easter Monday has prompted a global response, with Cardinal Kevin Ferrell announcing his passing. Cardinals will gather in the Sistine Chapel to elect a successor, adhering to specific protocols. Candidates must be baptized Catholic males, at least 35 years old, and educated in Biblical studies, theology, or canon law, reflecting the Church's male-only priesthood tradition.

He strived to find solution to a long simmering dispute over Mass liturgy in the Ernakulam-Angamaly archdiocese

Starting May 5th, the Education Department will resume collecting defaulted federal student loans, ending the pandemic-era freeze. Millions of borrowers risk wage garnishment and seized tax refunds, impacting 5.3 million currently in default and 4 million nearing it. Critics argue this move will harm struggling families amidst policy confusion and uncertainty surrounding repayment plans.

Pope Francis, who passed away at 88, expressed his wish to be buried in the Papal Basilica of St Mary Major, deviating from the traditional papal burial site. His will, released by the Vatican, revealed a desire for a simple tomb with the inscription "Franciscus.

Telugu superstar Mahesh Babu has been served a notice by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) concerning a money laundering investigation involving real estate firms Sai Surya Developers and the Surana Group. The probe focuses on alleged fraudulent practices, with Babu reportedly receiving Rs 5.9 crore for endorsing projects linked to the developers. The ED suspects that Rs 2.

Anaya Bangar, daughter of Sanjay Bangar, reunited with her childhood friend Sarfaraz Khan after her gender affirmation surgery. Sarfaraz expressed his excitement about meeting Anaya after three years. Anaya revealed she faced harassment within the cricket world, including receiving unsolicited nude photos from cricketers and a proposition from a veteran player.

Mr. Modi is on a two-day trip to Saudi Arabia at the invitation of Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, and it will mark the first visit by an Indian Prime Minister in 40 years to Jeddah.