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Rajasthan Forest Department arrested Kishannath Jogi, the alleged mastermind behind multiple Chinkara deer poaching cases in Jaisalmer. The accused is linked to the hunting of over a dozen protected deer in the Pokaran Field Firing Range. Authorities have recovered hunting equipment and remains of nine Chinkaras based on his confession.

Suriya and Trisha's fantasy action thriller 'Karuppu' faced last-minute show cancellations today, May 14, due to reported financial issues. PVR Cinemas indicated a new release date of May 15, 2026, though official confirmation from the makers is pending. The film, directed by RJ Balaji, centers on a fight for justice.

Actress Dia Mirza celebrated her son Avyaan Azaad's fifth birthday with an emotional message, calling him her "miracle child" and "warrior light." Avyaan, who was born premature and spent two months in the NICU, is the son of Dia and Vaibhav Rekhi. Mirza was last seen in the film "Nadaaniyan" and made her debut in "Rehnaa Hai Terre Dil Mein."

Actor Varalaxmi Sarathkumar, along with her father R. Sarathkumar, visited the Tirumala Venkateswara Temple on Friday morning to offer prayers.

Niti Aayog welcomes academics Joram Aniya and R Balasubramaniam as new members, bolstering policy-making with their extensive experience. Prime Minister Modi lauded their contributions, anticipating innovation and growth.

Expressing his grief over the tragedy, the Chief Minister Siddaramaiah took to Twitter and stated, "It is heartbreaking to learn that six people drowned in the Cauvery River while going for a swim near the Arkeswara Temple in K.R. Nagar, Mysuru...A compensation of 5 lakh rupees each will be provided to the families of the deceased..."

Religious and corporate leaders convened at the Bombay Stock Exchange to discuss dharma's role in building a developed India. Speakers emphasized ethics in business, cultural strengthening, and service to humanity. The event, presided over by the Sankaracharya of Kanchi Kamakoti Peetam, highlighted the need for non-political leadership and enduring values for national progress.

Payyanur's political identity transcends its 'Left stronghold' label, revealing a rich history of freedom struggle, Gandhian reform, and early Congress mobilization. Institutions like Sree Narayana Vidyalaya, visited by Gandhi and Ambedkar, highlight this layered legacy. Despite a strong Gandhian foundation, post-independence shifts led to the Left's ascendancy, creating a unique political landscape where past and present ideologies coexist.

Odisha is witnessing a significant transformation as the state steadily reclaims ground from decades of Maoist violence. With the national goal of ending Naxalism nearing, the atmosphere of safety has returned, marked by the dismantling of rebel memorials and a drastic reduction in affected districts. This turnaround is attributed to successful operations and a revised rehabilitation policy.