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May 16, 2025

Pakistan signals willingness to engage on Indus Waters Treaty with India

WEEKS after India placed the 1960 Indus Waters Treaty (IWT) in abeyance following the April 22 Pahalgam terror attack, Pakistan has signalled its willingness to discuss New Delhi's long-standing concerns about the treaty, sources said.

1 min

Odisha likely to auction 30 iron ore mines this yr, govt to steel makers

THE Odisha government on Thursday said that it has informed the steel manufacturing companies that the state is likely to auction around 30 iron ore mines this year.

2 mins

Supreme Court concerned over drafting of arbitration clauses, says process misused

THE Supreme Court on Thursday expressed concern over drafting of arbitration clauses in commercial agreements and said the arbitration process was being misused to complicate and prolong matters.

1 min

India ramps up efforts for UN listing of LeT front The Resistance Front

AN Indian delegation met top officials of the UN Office of Counter-Terrorism (UNOCT) and Counter-Terrorism Committee Executive Directorate here even as New Delhi stepped up efforts to designate The Resistance Front, an LeT proxy, as a UN-listed terror outfit.

India ramps up efforts for UN listing of LeT front The Resistance Front

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Rajnath: Pak's N-weapons must be brought under IAEA watch

PAKISTAN'S nuclear weapons should be brought under the supervision of the International Atomic Energy Agency as they are not safe in such a rogue nation, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh said on Thursday.

Rajnath: Pak's N-weapons must be brought under IAEA watch

1 min

Exports up 9 pc to $38.49 bn in April; trade deficit widens to 5-month high of $26.42 bn

INDIA'S exports rose by 9.03 per cent to USD 38.49 billion in April on healthy growth in sectors such as electronics and engineering goods, while the trade deficit widened to a five-month high of USD 26.42 billion.

Exports up 9 pc to $38.49 bn in April; trade deficit widens to 5-month high of $26.42 bn

1 min

Genome Valley: The Biotech hub of India

At a time the when the whole world was anxiously waiting for the Covid 19 vaccine, inevitably the attention went to Genome Valley that is a world class life science cluster in the outskirts of Hyderabad, where 2 of the 4 home grown vaccines are developed (Covaxin of Bharat Biotech and Corbevax of BE).

Genome Valley: The Biotech hub of India

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India offers unique cost structure for office fit-outs in Asia Pacific: Report

INDIA presents a unique cost structure for office fit-outs compared to the broader Asia-Pacific region, a report said on Thursday.

India offers unique cost structure for office fit-outs in Asia Pacific: Report

1 min

SC order on assent to bills: Prez Murmu seeks top court's opinion, poses 14 questions

PRESIDENT Droupadi Murmu has posed 14 crucial questions to the Supreme Court over its April 8 verdict that fixed timelines for governors and the President to act on bills passed by state assemblies.

SC order on assent to bills: Prez Murmu seeks top court's opinion, poses 14 questions

3 mins

Howrah-Puri Vande Bharat Express to add four coaches from May 16

THE East Coast Railway on Thursday said it has decided to add four coaches to the Vande Bharat Express between Howrah and Puri, owing to high demand for tickets by passengers.

Howrah-Puri Vande Bharat Express to add four coaches from May 16

1 min

Odisha govt signs pact with NSE to boost financial literacy among students

ODISHA'S Higher Education Department on Thursday signed a MoU with the National Stock Exchange (NSE) to enhance financial literacy through investor awareness programmes and to implement student skilling initiatives.

Odisha govt signs pact with NSE to boost financial literacy among students

1 min

Convergence of goals crucial for an equitable, efficient Odisha: Principal Secretary Usha Padhee

\"THE convergence of goals across departments is essential for building an Odisha that is not just developed, but also equitable and efficient. Our focus remains on systems that deliver with speed, empathy, and accountability,\" said Usha Padhee, Principal Secretary of the Housing & Urban Development, and Commerce & Transport Department, while chairing a joint review meeting here on Thursday.

Convergence of goals crucial for an equitable, efficient Odisha: Principal Secretary Usha Padhee

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BIS and Odisha Govt join hands to strengthen quality ecosystem

THE Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS), in collaboration with the Food Supplies and Consumer Welfare Department of the Government of Odisha, convened the second State Level Committee Meeting on Standardization in Bhubaneswar on Wednesday. The meeting aimed to strengthen cooperation between BIS and the State Government in promoting standardization and improving the quality of products and services across Odisha.

BIS and Odisha Govt join hands to strengthen quality ecosystem

1 min

H&UD Minister reviews CRUT initiatives, sets vision for expanded, tech-driven transit

ODISHA'S Housing & Urban Development Minister Dr. Krushna Chandra Mahapatra visited the Capital Region Urban Transport (CRUT) head office in Bhubaneswar on Thursday to assess the progress of urban mobility projects across Odisha.

H&UD Minister reviews CRUT initiatives, sets vision for expanded, tech-driven transit

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Minister Harichandan stresses need for strongest road network as centre allocates record ₹14,000 crore for Odisha highways

HIGHLIGHTING the pivotal role of infrastructure in Odisha's development journey, Minister of Works, Law and Excise Prithviraj Harichandan emphasized on Thursday that “creating the best and strongest road network in the state” is essential to achieving the vision of a “Viksit Odisha@2036.”

Minister Harichandan stresses need for strongest road network as centre allocates record ₹14,000 crore for Odisha highways

1 min

Dy CM Singh Deo urges speedy execution of irrigation project to transform agriculture in State

DEPUTY Chief Minister Kanak Vardhan Singh Deo on Thursday directed officials to expedite the long-pending Upper Lanth and Lower Indra Irrigation Project, stressing its transformative potential for agriculture and livelihoods in western Odisha.

Dy CM Singh Deo urges speedy execution of irrigation project to transform agriculture in State

1 min

Don't mistake me for simple tribal man: CM warns officers against malpractices

Says performance evaluation of the BDOs will now be done through district Collectors

Don't mistake me for simple tribal man: CM warns officers against malpractices

1 min

Flags off Tricolour bike rally to celebrate success of Operation Sindoor

ODISHA Governor Hari Babu Kambhampati on Thursday flagged off a National Tricolour bike rally or 'Parakram Shobhayatra' in Cuttack town to commemorate the success of Operation Sindoor.

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Naveen Jindal leads Tiranga Yatra to celebrate the success of Operation Sindoor

IN a heartfelt tribute to India’s armed forces and national unity, Jindal Steel & Power (JSP) organised a grand Tiranga Yatra at its Angul plant to celebrate the resounding success of Operation Sindoor - a historic mission that demonstrated the exceptional professionalism, discipline, and courage of the Indian Armed Forces.

Naveen Jindal leads Tiranga Yatra to celebrate the success of Operation Sindoor

2 mins

Odisha declares unseasonal rains as state-specific disaster

IN a landmark decision, the Odisha government has officially declared unseasonal rains as a State-Specific Disaster, providing a lifeline to farmers affected by unexpected weather conditions.

Odisha declares unseasonal rains as state-specific disaster

1 min

Pradhan congratulates Indian Armed Forces for success of Op Sindoor

UNION Minister Dharmendra Pradhan on Thursday congratulated the Indian Armed Forces for the success of Operation Sindoor.

Pradhan congratulates Indian Armed Forces for success of Op Sindoor

1 min

Tiranga Yatra demonstrates people's solidarity with and support for the armed forces in fight against aggression, terror: Dr. TK Chand

THE whole of the country is resonating with the Tiranga Yatra undertaken by common people celebrating the resounding success of Operation Sindoor and showing their solidarity with and support for our Armed Forces in their fight against terror, said eminent industry leader Dr. Tapan Kumar Chand.

Tiranga Yatra demonstrates people's solidarity with and support for the armed forces in fight against aggression, terror: Dr. TK Chand

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BJP should prove patriotism by dismissing MP minister for remarks on Col Qureshi: BJD

THE opposition BJD in Odisha on Thursday asked the BJP to prove its \"patriotism\" by dismissing Madhya Pradesh Minister Vijay Shah, who allegedly made derogatory remarks against Colonel Sofia Qureshi.

BJP should prove patriotism by dismissing MP minister for remarks on Col Qureshi: BJD

1 min

Governor Kambhampati emphasizes awareness for effective implementation of government schemes

ODISHA Governor Dr. Haribabu Kambhampati has urged the administration and public representatives to work in close coordination to ensure the successful implementation of various developmental and welfare schemes initiated by both the Central and State Governments.

Governor Kambhampati emphasizes awareness for effective implementation of government schemes

1 min

TPSODL and MKCG Medical College collect 118 units of blood on World Red Cross Day

In a heartening display of community service, TP Southern Odisha Distribution Limited (TPSODL), in collaboration with MKCG Medical College & Hospital and SOCH, a voluntary organization of MKCG students, organized a blood donation camp to mark World Red Cross and Red Crescent Day.

1 min

Woman found dead outside hotel in Bhubaneswar, male friend detained

THE body of a woman was found outside a hotel where she was staying for the last two months in Jagamara area, Bhubaneswar, police said on Thursday.

1 min

RSP launches appliqué sewing training to empower women in peripheral communities

AS part of its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiatives aimed at promoting sustainable livelihoods and economic empowerment, Rourkela Steel Plant (RSP) has launched a vocational skill development programme in Appliqué Sewing for women from peripheral areas.

RSP launches appliqué sewing training to empower women in peripheral communities

1 min

20 pilgrims from Bengaluru fall ill on Puri-bound bus

AT least 20 pilgrims from Bengaluru travelling on a Puri-bound bus fell ill in Balasore district and were admitted to a hospital, police said.

20 pilgrims from Bengaluru fall ill on Puri-bound bus

1 min

Odisha reaffirms drive to boost grassroots sports and nurture future champions

ODISHA'S Sports Minister Suryabanshi Suraj on Thursday reiterated the state government's commitment to strengthening grassroots sports infrastructure and nurturing emerging talent.

Odisha reaffirms drive to boost grassroots sports and nurture future champions

1 min

NIT Rourkela develops breakthrough ECG lead system for better atrial arrhythmia diagnosis

RESEARCHERS at the National Institute of Technology (NIT) Rourkela have developed an innovative upgrade to standard ECG systems that significantly improves the detection of atrial arrhythmias irregular heart rhythms in the upper chambers often linked to stroke.

NIT Rourkela develops breakthrough ECG lead system for better atrial arrhythmia diagnosis

1 min

Row over 11.25 per cent quota for SEBC students in higher education in Odisha

A day after the Odisha government announced 11.25 per cent reservation for students from Socially and Economically Backward Class (SEBC) in higher education, the state's three major political parties on Thursday accused each other of denying social justice to a large section of the population.

Row over 11.25 per cent quota for SEBC students in higher education in Odisha

2 mins

Runaya deepens commitment to rural education with school renovations in Jharsuguda

RUNAYA, a sustainability-driven manufacturing venture, has successfully completed a major education infrastructure project in Jharsuguda.

Runaya deepens commitment to rural education with school renovations in Jharsuguda

1 min

IIM-Lucknow research explores impact of birdwatching on promoting sustainable tourism

RESEARCHERS at the Indian Institute of Management (IIM), Lucknow have studied the impact of birdwatching on tourists and whether it can be used to promote environmentally-responsible behaviour.

2 mins

All’s Well that Ends Well

If age old archrivals like France and Germany could come together, should not India and Pakistan escape from the Thucydides trap, asks Vivek Pattanayak.

All’s Well that Ends Well

4 mins

Study claims online plant-based diet programme can help manage diabetes

A structured online nutrition programme may address India's diabetes epidemic by removing key barriers to dietary adherence, according to a study, led by an Indian-origin researcher.

Study claims online plant-based diet programme can help manage diabetes

1 min

NSO revamps Periodic Labour Force Survey, includes rural areas

THE National Statistics Office (NSO) announced on Wednesday that the sampling design of the Periodic Labour Force Survey (PLFS) has been revamped from January 2025 to address the requirement of high-frequency labour market indicators with enhanced coverage to include the rural areas as well.

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India hails Honduras for expressing ‘strong solidarity’ over Pahalgam attack

HAVING placed high emphasis on international cooperation in combating the menace of terrorism, India on Thursday thanked Honduras for expressing solidarity with India after the heinous terrorist attack in Pahalgam on April 22 in which 25 Indians and one Nepali citizen were killed and a number of others sustained injuries.

1 min

Turkey has lost 10 pc of tourism, flights to Istanbul will go empty soon: Gourav

WITH growing clamour for 'Turkey boycott' in the country, the Middle-East nation will soon face the heat and lose a major share of tourism business from India, BJP spokesperson Gourav Vallabh said on Thursday.

1 min

Ex-defence secy Ajay Kumar takes oath as UPSC chairman

FORMER Defence Secretary Ajay Kumar on Thursday took oath as the chairman of Union Public Service Commission (UPSC).

Ex-defence secy Ajay Kumar takes oath as UPSC chairman

1 min

Talks with Pak only on terrorism, PoK, says Rajnath after meeting soldiers in Srinagar

DEFENCE Minister Rajnath Singh on Thursday said that any talks with Pakistan will only be on terrorism and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK).

Talks with Pak only on terrorism, PoK, says Rajnath after meeting soldiers in Srinagar

1 min

Left parties oppose presidential reference seeking SC's opinion on deadlines for guvs

LEFT parties on Thursday condemned the Centre for using the presidential-reference route to seek the Supreme Court's opinion on its ruling on deadlines for governors over bills.

Left parties oppose presidential reference seeking SC's opinion on deadlines for guvs

1 min

Centre may discourage destination weddings and film shooting in Turkiye and Azerbaijan

VISITS of Indian tourists, hosting of destination weddings and shooting of Indian films are likely to significantly drop in Turkiye and Azerbaijan in the coming days as the government may discourage people from going to the two countries which had actively supported Pakistan in the recent conflict, official sources said.

Centre may discourage destination weddings and film shooting in Turkiye and Azerbaijan

1 min

Form SITs to examine status of forest land: SC to states and UTs

THE Supreme Court on Thursday directed all the states and union territories to constitute special investigation teams to examine if any reserved forest land was allotted to any private parties for non-forestry purpose.

Form SITs to examine status of forest land: SC to states and UTs

1 min

Our relations, dealings with Pak will be strictly bilateral: EAM Jaishankar

INDIA's relations and dealings with Pakistan will be \"strictly bilateral\", which is a national consensus for many years and there is \"absolutely no change\" in that consensus, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar said on Thursday.

Our relations, dealings with Pak will be strictly bilateral: EAM Jaishankar

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Is communicating with Dalits a sin, asks Congress over Rahul's address permission

CONGRESS president Mallikarjun Kharge on Thursday hit out at the JDU-BJP government in Bihar, accusing it of sheer dictatorship by \"preventing\" Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi from holding a ‘Shiksha Nyay Samvad’ in Darbhanga.

1 min

RTI: Iran wants to learn from India's cheetah revival efforts

IRAN, working to save its rapidly declining cheetah population, has shown interest in learning cheetah management from India, according to information received through an RTI application.

1 min

Remarks targeting Col Qureshi: SC questions MP minister, set to hear his petition today

EVERY word uttered by a minister has to be with a sense of responsibility at a time the country is undergoing \"such a situation\", the Supreme Court said on Thursday as it reprimanded Madhya Pradesh minister Vijay Shah who is facing an FIR for his remarks targeting Col Sofiya Qureshi.

1 min

Pilot: Govt at highest levels should rebut Trump's claims

CONGRESS leader Sachin Pilot on Thursday said the government at its highest levels should rebut President Donald Trump's claims on the IndiaPakistan \"ceasefire\" and asserted the US' attempts at hyphenating the two countries and internationalising Kashmir is not good for India's global standing.

Pilot: Govt at highest levels should rebut Trump's claims

1 min

Fresher hiring intent in India's telecom sector at 45 per cent in 2025 first half

THE Indian telecom sector continues its stable trajectory in workforce demand, with fresher hiring intent standing at 45 per cent in the first half of 2025, according to a report on Thursday.

Fresher hiring intent in India's telecom sector at 45 per cent in 2025 first half

1 min

Car sales in India rise 3.9 pc to surpass 3.48L units in April, exports up 20 pc

Inp14’s car sales recorded a 3.9 per cent increase to 3,48,847 units in April this year from 3,35,629 units in the same month last year, according to figures released by the Society of Indian Automobile Manufacturers (SIAM) on Thursday.

Car sales in India rise 3.9 pc to surpass 3.48L units in April, exports up 20 pc

1 min

India pharma market sees 7.4 pc growth in April over surge in chronic therapies

INDIAN pharma market (IPM) has seen a 7.4 per cent year-on-year (YoY) growth in April due to a surge in chronic therapies, according to a report.

India pharma market sees 7.4 pc growth in April over surge in chronic therapies

1 min

Govt's first monthly data series pegs unemployment at 5.1 per cent in April

THE government on Thursday said that Labour Force Participation Rate (LFPR) in current weekly status (CWS), an indicator of employment, among persons of age 15 years and above was 55.6 per cent during April, LFPR for rural areas was 58 per cent and LFPR in urban areas was 50.7 per cent during the month for persons of the same age group.

Govt's first monthly data series pegs unemployment at 5.1 per cent in April

1 min

Sensex jumps 1,200 points, Nifty reclaims 25K peak after 7 months

BENCHMARK BSE Sensex soared by 1,200 points while NSE Nifty closed above the 25,000 mark for the first time in seven months on Thursday following across-the-board buying triggered by expectations of potential trade deal between India and the US.

1 min

Govt approves 187 startups for tax exemption to boost growth

IN a significant boost to India's startup ecosystem, the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) has approved 187 startups for income tax exemption under the revamped Section 80-IAC of the Income Tax Act, according to an official statement issued on Thursday.

Govt approves 187 startups for tax exemption to boost growth

1 min

Apple investment plans in India intact, proposes India to be major manufacturing base: Source

IPHONE maker Apple's investment plans for India are intact and the company proposes to have a major manufacturing base for its products in the country, government sources said.

Apple investment plans in India intact, proposes India to be major manufacturing base: Source

2 mins

President Donald Trump says India is offering US a zero tariff trade deal

US President Donald Trump said on Thursday that India has offered to enter a bilateral trade deal with the US that “basically” proposes that “no tariffs\" would be levied on a range of American goods.

President Donald Trump says India is offering US a zero tariff trade deal

1 min

Victory is celebrated, not ceasefire: Akhilesh Yadav

SAMAJWADI Party president Akhilesh Yadav on Thursday criticised the BJP's celebrations over a halt in India-Pakistan conflict, stating that \"victory is celebrated, not ceasefire.

1 min

Govt must announce time-bound census plan, says Sapkal; hails RaGa

THE Union government must announce a time-bound caste census programme and implement it on the pattern followed by Telangana and Karnataka, said Maharashtra Congress chief Harshwardhan Sapkal on Thursday.

1 min

Stalin slams Centre’s presidential reference, urges non-BJP states to fight for federal rights

TAMIL Nadu Chief Minister and DMK president M.K. Stalin on Thursday came down heavily on the BJP-led Union government for seeking a Presidential reference from the Supreme Court on the time limits prescribed for Governors to clear Bills passed by state legislatures.

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BBMP to be replaced with Greater Authority, says Sidda as Bill comes into effect

KARNATAKA Chief Minister Siddaramaiah announced that the Governor — Thawarchand Gehlot has given assent to the Greater Bengaluru Governance Bill, and it will come into effect on Thursday.

1 min

SP leader sparks row with casteist remark on Wing Commander Vyomika; CM Yogi, Maurya, Malviya hit back

SENIOR Samajwadi Party (SP) leader and Rajya Sabha MP Ram Gopal Yadav has triggered widespread outrage with his caste-based remarks regarding Indian Air Force Wing Commander Vyomika Singh, who has been actively briefing the media on 'Operation Sindoor'.

1 min

CM Sai meets security men involved in anti-Naxal operations, speaks with villagers to solve issues

CHHATTISGARH Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai visited the Naxal-affected districts of Bijapur and Dantewada in the Bastar region on Thursday following the recent massive anti-Naxal operation in the Karregutta hills and met the security personnel involved in it to boost their morale.

2 mins

Protect farmers’ interests, members’ rights while empowering state-level mkt committees, says Ajit Pawar

MAHARASHTRA Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar on Thursday said that farmers’ interests and members’ rights must be safeguarded while developing state-level markets in line with nationally recognised markets.

1 min

Former KPCC chief miffed at the way he was replaced

DAYS after endorsing the newly-appointed Congress leadership in Kerala with a happy face, former KPCC president K Sudhakaran on Thursday expressed reservations about the way he was replaced by the party.

1 min

Andhra liquor scam: Ex babus appear before SIT for 2nd day

K. Dhanunjaya Reddy, a retired IAS officer and former secretary of former Chief Minister Jagan Mohan Reddy and Krishna Mohan Reddy, former Officer on Special Duty (OSD), appeared before the Special Investigation Team (SIT) probing Andhra Pradesh liquor scam, for the second day on Thursday.

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Indian army won 1971 war on battlefield, Indira Gandhi lost it at the table, says BJP leader

THE BJP has come down heavily on the Congress for allegedly undermining Operation Sindoor and for highlighting the Indian armed forces’ victory under the leadership of former Prime Minister Indira Gandhi during the 1971 war.

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Digital arrest scam: 92-year-old retired surgeon 'duped' of Rs 2.2 crore, two held

WITH the arrest of two men, the Delhi Police's Intelligence Fusion and Strategic Operations (IFSO) unit has busted an international syndicate of digital-arrest fraud that allegedly duped a 92-year-old retired surgeon of Rs 2.2 crore by impersonating government officials via video calls, an official said on Thursday.

1 min

Delhi LG, CM inaugurate PNG Supply to 111 villages of Delhi

DELHI Lt. Governor VK Saxena on Thursday inaugurated the Piped Natural Gas (PNG) supply by Indraprastha Gas Limited (IGL) to 111 villages, taking the total number of villages connected by PNG to 241.

1 min

Delhi govt to set up 32 real-time water monitoring stations along Yamuna, drains

THE Delhi Pollution Control Committee (DPCC) will install 32 real-time water quality monitoring stations along the Yamuna and its major drains to track pollutant levels entering the heavily contaminated river, officials said on Wednesday.

Delhi govt to set up 32 real-time water monitoring stations along Yamuna, drains

1 min

AAP, BJP wrangle over Delhi’s ‘poor’ air quality after dust storm

THE drop in air quality due to a dust storm has sparked political sparring in Delhi with the opposition AAP claiming the situation was \"never this bad\" during its rule and the BJP terming the charge an attempt at scoring political brownie points.

AAP, BJP wrangle over Delhi’s ‘poor’ air quality after dust storm

1 min

Mohalla Clinics staff to remain in service until further orders: Delhi health minister

DELHI Health Minister Pankaj Singh on Thursday said doctors and staffers working in Mohalla Clinics will retain their jobs until further orders.

Mohalla Clinics staff to remain in service until further orders: Delhi health minister

1 min

Delhi leads nation in power consumption for EV charging, shows CEA report

THE national capital accounted for over 40 per cent of India's total power consumption at electric vehicle (EV) charging stations in 2024-25 till February, according to a new report.

Delhi leads nation in power consumption for EV charging, shows CEA report

1 min

NDMC vice chairperson Kuljeet Singh Chahal inspects water ATMs to ensure uninterrupted service during summer

NEW Delhi Municipal Council (NDMC) Vice Chairperson Kuljeet Singh Chahal on Thursday inspected water ATMs installed across areas under the council to ensure uninterrupted services during the summer season.

NDMC vice chairperson Kuljeet Singh Chahal inspects water ATMs to ensure uninterrupted service during summer

1 min

‘Delhi govt to remove disparity in water supply, ensure equitable distribution’

DELHI government will ensure equitable water supply in all Assembly constituencies based on their population, Water minister Parvesh Verma said on Thursday, after a DJB survey flagged disparities in supply to different areas.

‘Delhi govt to remove disparity in water supply, ensure equitable distribution’

2 mins

Delhi govt plans to hire divers, boats for better relief, rescue works during floods

Hiring divers, motor- boats, boatmen, and machines is estimat- ed to cost around Rs 3.86 crore, the official said

1 min

Delhi govt approves ₹49.83 L tender for reconstruction of fire-gutted shops at Dilli Haat

THE Delhi government has approved a tender of Rs 49.83 lakh for the reconstruction of shops at Dilli Haat INA that were gutted in a massive fire last month, officials said on Thursday.

1 min

German Chancellor reaffirms UN support during meeting with Guterres

GERMAN Chancellor Friedrich Merz met with United Nations (UN) Secretary-General Antonio Guterres here, reaffirming Germany's steadfast commitment to UN peacekeeping operations.

German Chancellor reaffirms UN support during meeting with Guterres

1 min

Buddha's principle of middle path remains more relevant than ever: India at UN

TEACHINGS of Lord Buddha encourage to transcend differences and can be a guide in current times of uncertainty, India's Permanent Representative to the United Nations Parvathaneni Harish said at the Commemoration of International Day of Vesak 2025.

Buddha's principle of middle path remains more relevant than ever: India at UN

1 min

UK becomes fastest-growing G7 economy after strong first quarter

The British economy grew at its fastest rate in a year during the first quarter of 2025, official figures showed Thursday, in a welcome boost to the Labour government, which has made lifting the country's growth its top priority.

1 min

Russia-Ukraine conflict can be solved diplomatically, says Marco Rubio

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio on Thursday said that the conflict between Russia and Ukraine cannot be solved militarily.

Russia-Ukraine conflict can be solved diplomatically, says Marco Rubio

1 min

NATO weighs US demand to massively hike defence spending as some struggle to meet current goal

NATO foreign ministers on Thursday debated an American demand to massively ramp up defence investment to five per cent of gross domestic product over the next seven years, as the US focuses on security challenges outside of Europe.

NATO weighs US demand to massively hike defence spending as some struggle to meet current goal

1 min

New US-backed group says it will start aid operations in Gaza within weeks

A new humanitarian organization that has US backing to take over aid delivery to starving civilians in Gaza said Wednesday that it expects to begin operations before the end of the month — after what it describes as key agreements from Israeli officials.

1 min

Prez Trump downplays Putin's decision to skip Istanbul peace talks with Zelenskyy

US President Donald Trump said Thursday he was not surprised that Russian President Vladimir Putin will be a no-show for anticipated peace talks with Ukraine in Turkiye this week.

Prez Trump downplays Putin's decision to skip Istanbul peace talks with Zelenskyy

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He can’t go to the field and not give 100 per cent: Hussain explores factors behind Kohli retirement

VIRAT Kohli's monumental contribution to Test cricket goes beyond numbers and his unrelenting spirit to not settle for anything \"normal\" may have prompted his decision to retire, said former England captain Nasser Hussain.

He can’t go to the field and not give 100 per cent: Hussain explores factors behind Kohli retirement

1 min

No need to panic after Ro-Ko retirement, says Manjrekar

FORMER cricketer Sanjay Manjrekar feels there is no need to panic following the twin retirements of Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma, drawing parallels with how Indian cricket bounced back after the legendary \"Fab Four\" stepped away from the longest format.

No need to panic after Ro-Ko retirement, says Manjrekar

1 min

Ministry musings: BCCI wants to adopt Olympic sports; Govt mulling approval to OCI athletes

THE BCCI is \"keen on adopting two to three Olympic disciplines” in the sports ministry's ambitious plan to have corporate-backed individual Centres of Excellence, the work for which will begin this year.

Ministry musings: BCCI wants to adopt Olympic sports; Govt mulling approval to OCI athletes

1 min

We were never really close friends, says Chopra on Arshad Nadeem

SEEKING to set the record straight, star javelin thrower Neeraj Chopra on Thursday clarified that he and Arshad Nadeem were never really close friends and said \"things won't be the same\" after the recent India-Pakistan conflict.

We were never really close friends, says Chopra on Arshad Nadeem

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Sunil Gavaskar inaugurates '10000 Gavaskar', a board room in BCCI HQ named after him

INDIA legend Sunil Gavaskar has inaugurated a board room named in his honour at the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) headquarters in Mumbai.

Sunil Gavaskar inaugurates '10000 Gavaskar', a board room in BCCI HQ named after him

1 min

GT set to miss Buttler in play-offs, Moeen Ali not to return for KKR

ENGLAND T20 stalwart Jos Buttler will leave for national duty after completing Gujarat Titans’ last three league engagements as the IPL play-offs are clashing with his country's white ball series against the West Indies starting May 29.

GT set to miss Buttler in play-offs, Moeen Ali not to return for KKR

1 min

Unnati, Malvika and Aakarshi exit Thailand Open Super 500

INDIA'S dismal run in elite international badminton tournaments continued, as all remaining shuttlers, including world number 10 women's doubles pair of Treesa Jolly and Gayatri Gopichand exited early, ending the country's campaign at the Thailand Open Super 500 here on Thursday.

Unnati, Malvika and Aakarshi exit Thailand Open Super 500

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