Tensions rise between US and Iran as Israel continues operations in southern Lebanon
TOPSHOT - Smoke rises over Beirut following Israeli airstrikes on April 8, 2026. Israel launched a series of strikes on Beirut on April 8, hitting several parts of the capital as well as its southern suburbs, Lebanese state media reported. (Photo by ANWAR AMRO / AFP via Getty Images)

May 2, 2026 1:51 PM

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Tensions rise between US and Iran as Israel continues operations in southern Lebanon

Tensions continue to remain high in West Asia, with a fragile ceasefire in southern Lebanon facing increasing strain. Diplomatic relations between the United States and Iran are also under pressure, adding to the region’s uncertainty. Lebanese officials have reported multiple Israeli strikes in the ...

Keralam set for counting of Assembly election votes as preparations conclude

May 2, 2026 1:36 PM

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Keralam set for counting of Assembly election votes as preparations conclude

In Keralam, all arrangements have been completed for the counting of votes polled in the Assembly elections held across 140 constituencies on April 9. Chief Electoral Officer Rathan U. Kelkar informed that counting will begin at 8 am on Monday at 140 counting centres, set up across 43 locations. A t...

Government launches indigenous Cell Broadcast System for instant disaster alerts

May 2, 2026 1:33 PM

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Government launches indigenous Cell Broadcast System for instant disaster alerts

The Government of India has launched its Cell Broadcast System using indigenous technology for instant disaster alerting service for its citizens. As part of it, a notification with a siren alert was sent to the mobile devices of citizens around this noon to test the system. The message displayed du...

Nearly 56% turnout recorded till 1 PM in West Bengal repolling across 15 booths

May 2, 2026 2:25 PM

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Nearly 56% turnout recorded till 1 PM in West Bengal repolling across 15 booths

Nearly 56 per cent turnout was recorded till 1 PM in repoll in 15 booths of two assembly constituencies in West Bengal's South 24 Parganas district. Till 1 PM, the overall turnout was 55.57 per cent. Magrahat Paschim registered 56.33 per cent voter turnout, while in Diamond Harbour, it was 54.9 per ...