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2024 U.S. presidential campaign | Florida Governor Ron DeSantis launches bid to challenge Donald Trump
Florida Guv. Ron DeSantis entered the 2024 presidential race on May 24, stepping into a crowded Republican primary contest that will test both his national appeal as an outspoken cultural conservative and the GOP’s willingness to move on from former President Donald Trump.
‘Queen of rock ‘n’ roll’ Tina Turner dies at 83
Tina Turner, the American-born singer who left a hardscrabble farming community and abusive relationship to become one of the top recording artists of all time, died on May 24 at the age of 83.
NDA condemns Opposition boycott of new Parliament opening
In a statement signed by 13 political parties of the NDA, the alliance has condemned the decision by 19 Opposition parties to boycott the inauguration of the new Parliament building by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on May 28.
New Parliament building opening | How a letter to PMO set off a search for the Sengol
BJP infighting intensifies with Lingayat community conventions planned by rival camps in Karnataka.
‘Appu’, the 2002 Kannada film directed by Puri Jagannadh, launched Puneeth Rajkumar as a hero in the Kannada film industry. The movie was re-released as a part of the actor’s 50th birth anniversary celebrations
Hyderabad Holi 2025: Colours, beats & treats fill the streets
Cocoa farmers in Andhra Pradesh face crisis as domestic prices fall, demand government intervention for fair pricing.
Special Court denies bail to Ranya Rao for gold smuggling; investigation into international syndicate continues, involving actor Tarun Raju.
36-hour hackathon tackling human-animal conflict with innovative solutions, judged by IT and Forest Department experts for cash prizes.
Namma Raste conference highlights citizen-driven initiatives for better urban mobility, accessibility, and safety in Bengaluru.
Coimbatore Corporation to convert medians under flyovers into green spaces with private funding for city beautification and maintenance.
Ladakh faces job vacancies, protests, and budget cuts, with focus on infrastructure and renewable energy projects.
State Horticulture Mission’s ‘Arka Vertical Gardens’ project was launched in 2022
Emphasizing safety in rock blasting operations, RISE-25 workshop focuses on innovations for efficiency and sustainability in NITK-Surathkal.
Kanniyakumari district's Biodiversity Museum & Conservation Centre at Keeriparai offers immersive experience of western ghats biodiversity & culture.
Chief Minister Nara Chandrababu Naidu aims to transform Tirupati into a sports, cultural, and tourism hub, with ongoing development projects.