Tamil Nadu SSLC Class 10 results 2026 have been declared by the Directorate of Government Examinations, Tamil Nadu, on Wednesday, May 20, 2026, at 9:30 am. Students who appeared for the Class 10 board examinations can now check their marks through official result portals and digital platforms.More than nine lakh students appeared for the Tamil Nadu SSLC examinations this year, which were conducted from March 11 to April 6, 2026. Direct Ways To Check TN SSLC Marks

Columbus City Schools layoffs in 2026 will affect 299 positions after the Board of Education approved a major staffing reduction plan on Tuesday, May 19, 2026. District leaders said the cuts are part of an effort to reach more than $50 million in savings amid rising costs and state funding pressure. Why Columbus City Schools Is Cutting Jobs The Columbus City Schools Board of Education voted unanimously to eliminate 299 positions across the district. Offi

Strong Tremors Shake Kagoshima A 5.9-magnitude earthquake struck Japan’s Kagoshima region on Wednesday, May 20, sending tremors across multiple areas. While some reports suggested a magnitude of 6.2, authorities continue to assess the situation. No immediate tsunami warnings were issued, and early reports indicate no major injuries or structural damage. Japan’s location on the Pacific Ring of Fire makes it highly suscep

Massie Defeated By Trump-Backed Challenger Representative Thomas Massie of Kentucky, a vocal critic of President Donald Trump, lost his re-election bid to a Trump-endorsed challenger, Ed Gallrein, on May 18,2026. Trump targeted Massie over his criticism on issues like the Iran war and the Epstein files. Gallrein, a former Navy SEAL, benefited from an aggressive campaign that included Defense Secre

Bengaluru police have registered cases against MobiKwik and Lendbox, following complaints from investors who claim that their funds are blocked under the MobiKwik Xtra investment scheme. The complaints allege that the fintech companies promised high, fixed-deposit-like returns and easy withdrawals but later restricted access to invested money. Authorities say more than 1,050 investors across India could be affected, with combined exposure of over Rs 11.9 crore. Investors hav

India’s 1991 gold pledge remains one of the clearest examples of how a financial crisis reshaped the country’s economic direction. The episode matters again in 2026 as India holds larger foreign exchange and gold reserves, signaling preparation rather than panic. India’s 1991 gold pledge and the Gulf shock India’s balance-of-payments crisis deepened after Iraq invaded Kuwait on Thursday, August 2, 1990, triggering a Gulf crisis that added pressur

Actor Manchu Manoj confirms that his wife Bhuma Mounika Reddy may contest in the next elections, generating political buzz.​ Actor Manchu Manoj has sparked fresh political discussions in Andhra Pradesh by confirming that his wife, Bhuma Mounika Reddy, is likely to contest in the upcoming elections. During a recent interaction with media, Manoj stated that public expectations naturally lean towards her political entry due to their active involvement in previous elec

Iran has presented a comprehensive peace plan to the United States, aiming to end hostilities in Lebanon and across the region. The proposal calls for the withdrawal of US forces near Iranian borders, reparations for conflict damages, lifting of economic sanctions, release of frozen funds, and the removal of the US naval blockade from Iranian ports. Deputy Foreign Minister Kazem Gharibabadi highlighted that Tehran’s plan is designed to foster lasting peace in West Asia through diplomacy and

Supreme Court Questions Umar Khalid Bail Order in Major UAPA Observation In a significant legal development with potential nationwide implications, the Supreme Court on Monday observed that the long-established legal principle of “bail is the rule and jail is the exception” remains applicable even in cases registered under the stringent Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA). The court also raised serious concerns

IIT Madras has invited applications for its web-enabled MTech and postgraduate diploma courses for 2026, with the last date to apply set as May 31. The programmes are aimed at working professionals and graduates who want to improve their technical skills through flexible learning. Candidates applying for MTech programmes must have a relevant educational qualification and at least two years of work experience, while the postgraduate diploma courses are open to graduates, including freshers. In

Ohio social media warning label bill HB 808 would require notices on platforms that use addictive features to keep users scrolling for long periods. The bill was introduced in the Ohio House on Wednesday, April 1, 2026, by state Representatives Christine Cockley of Columbus and Jodi Salvo of Bolivar. Legislative tracking records show the measure was later referred to the House Judiciary Committee on Wednesday, May 13, 2026, with no

MEA Responds To Trust Question In Oslo India’s Ministry of External Affairs responded strongly during a press briefing in Oslo after a Norwegian journalist questioned why India should be trusted and why Prime Minister Narendra Modi does not take questions from the press. MEA Secretary West Sibi George answered by defending India’s democratic institutions, constitutional protections, media environment and record on human

Santa Clara County primary races are drawing major campaign spending ahead of the Tuesday, June 2, 2026 primary election, with fundraising gaps emerging in the District 1 supervisor race and the county prosecutor contest. Campaign finance filings show District 1 Supervisor Sylvia Arenas and District Attorney Jeff Rosen holding clear fundraising advantages over their challengers, according to reporting by San José Spotlight and public campaign finance records availa

India has strongly rejected reported comments made by Dutch Prime Minister Rob Jetten on press freedom and minority rights, saying such remarks do not reflect a proper understanding of India’s democratic system, social diversity and constitutional values. The response came during Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to the Netherlands. Speaking in The Hague, MEA Secretary West Sibi George defended India’s record on democracy, elections, minority rights and development, making

Unitree Robotics has introduced the GD01, a large pilotable robot that is attracting attention because it looks less like a normal machine and more like something from a futuristic movie. The robot is designed to carry a human operator inside an open cockpit and move using robotic legs instead of wheels. The GD01 is being discussed as one of the latest examples of how fast China’s robotics industry is growing. Unitree, already known for its robot dogs and humanoid machines, is now

Iran-US peace talks are continuing through Pakistan as Tehran and Washington remain divided over sanctions, nuclear activity, frozen Iranian assets, war damages and the Strait of Hormuz. Iran has responded to a new proposal aimed at ending the conflict, while Pakistan continues to play the role of mediator between the two sides. The diplomatic effort comes at a sensitive time. Tensions remain high in the region, and both countries are under pressure to avoid another round of escalat

As of May 18, 2026, 10:02 AM IST, the CBI probe into the NEET-UG paper leak case has focused on a 46-year-old Pune beautician, Manisha Waghmare, who allegedly became a common link between students searching for tuition teachers and teachers from reputed schools. Waghmare, who runs a beauty parlour in Pune’s Sukhsagar Nagar, was arrested on May 14 and remanded in CBI custody for 10 days from May 16, along with retired teacher P V Kulkarni. Investigators suspect that her student and teacher c

In a major Tiruvallur bonded labour rescue, 39 Odisha migrant workers were rescued from a brick kiln at Vannipakkam village in Ponneri taluk of Tiruvallur district. The workers, who belonged to Balangir district in Odisha, were reportedly brought to Tamil Nadu nearly five months ago after advances of around Rs 30,000 were allegedly paid for each worker. The rescue operation was carried out by the District Legal Services Authority and Revenue officials after complaints were raised abou

PM Modi received Sweden’s Royal Order of the Polar Star, taking his total global honours count to 31. The recognition highlights India-Sweden ties and adds a fresh milestone to Modi’s international award list. Prime Minister Narendra Modi received Sweden’s Royal Order of the Polar Star, Degree Commander Grand Cross, during his visit to Gothenburg on May 17, 2026. With this award, PM Modi’s 31 global honours list has again come into focus. The honour wa

May 17, 2026, PM Modi received Sweden’s Royal Order of the Polar Star in Gothenburg, marking his 31st international honour. The award highlights stronger India-Sweden ties and recognises his role in boosting bilateral friendship, diplomacy and cooperation.