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May 12, 2026

Centre activates shock absorbers

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, while chairing the fifth meeting of the Informal Group of Ministers, directed all states and ministries to take “concrete steps to implement the Prime Minister's appeal at the ground level” for observing austerity in consumption, travel and expenditure on nonessential items in the wake of the challenges posed by the West Asia crisis.

2 mins

‘Austerity plea a proof of failure’

Rahul, Akhilesh lash out at PM’s suggestions for sacrifice in view of West Asia crisis. BJP counters

3 mins

10% WATER CUT FOR MUMBAI

With only 23% water stock left in the seven lakes supplying Mumbai — enough to last merely 83 days — the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation has announced a 10% water cut from May 15, once again exposing the city’s fragile water security and chronic dependence on an uncertain monsoon.

2 mins

Modi pitches frugality for second day in a row

PM says the strength of a nation is tested not in times of plenty, but in times of global crisis

3 mins

How TN missed getting a Scheduled Caste CM

Tamil Nadu’s 14th Chief Minister, C Joseph Vijay, has the distinction of being the State’s first Chief Minister from the Christian faith.

2 mins

SC opens door for Mamata's SIR plea

The Supreme Court on Monday opened the door for former West Bengal chief minister Mamata Banerjee and others to file fresh applications over their claim that the margin of victory in several Assembly constituencies was lower than the number of votes deleted during the controversial Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls ahead of the recent state elections reported PTI.

2 mins

3 held in Bihar, UP over killing of Suvendu PA

The West Bengal Police on Monday arrested three persons from UP and Bihar in connection with the killing of Chandranath Rath, an aide of CM Suvendu Adhikari, after investigators pursued leads from a UPI transaction made by one of thetrio at a toll plaza.

1 mins

Trump junks Iran proposals as 'totally unacceptable'

US President Donald Trump has rejected the Iranian counter proposals to US sending global energy markets into a tailspin.

1 mins

Law against conversion won't apply

The recently passed Maharashtra Freedom of Religion Act will not be applicable in the alleged forced religious conversion and sexual harassment case linked to a branch of Tata Consultancy Services in Nashik, Minister of State for Home Pankaj Bhoyar clarified on Monday.

1 mins

'Somnath restoration India's civilisational resurgence'

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday invoked history, faith and nationalism at the grand celebrations marking 75 years of the reconstruction of the revered Somnath Temple, declaring that no force in the world could make India bow before pressure or compromise its self-respect reported PTI.

2 mins

Production warrant against Kharat

The special PMLA court on Monday allowed a plea by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) and ordered the production of self-styled godman Ashok Kharat before the court on May 18.

1 mins

Dadi House on market: Roadblock after formal caveat

The proposed sale of Dadi House, a prime heritage property in the historic Fort district, has encountered a legal roadblock.

1 mins

Maha sees 57% drop in HIV patients lost to follow-up

Around 5,565 People Living with HIV (PLHIV) have been lost to followup (LTFU) from Antiretroviral Therapy (ART) centres under the National AIDS and STD Control Programme (NACP) in Maharashtra, including Mumbai, over the past five years.

1 mins

Agniveers can’t claim parity in pension benefits for kin: Centre

The Centre has informed the Bombay High Court that Agniveers are not “similarly situated” as regular soldiers and therefore cannot claim parity in pension benefits for their next of kin in the event of death in action.

1 mins

Our state is India’s growth engine: CM

Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Monday said Maharashtra is the “primary engine” driving India’s economic future and outlined a roadmap to transform the state into a $1 trillion economy by 2030.

1 mins

State govt likely to cap beneficiaries at 1.5 crore

The ongoing intensive verification process of beneficiaries under the much-publicised Ladki Bahin Yojana indicates that the state government may seek to cap the number of beneficiaries at 1.5 crore.

1 mins

50-pg report points to POSH IC failure and toxic workplace

The National Commission for Women (NCW) has found “pervasive sexual harassment’, “systemic bullying” and “zero compliance” with the POSH Act at the Nashik unit of Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), according to a fact-finding report submitted to the state government on May 8.

2 mins

10 yrs on, cops rapped for illegal demolition of Dr Ambedkar’s press

HC directs CP to file a detailed affidavit in 6 weeks & disclose names of officers on duty during the incident

2 mins

HC refuses to stay MHADA cluster redvpt tenders

Tender process for 5,000 societies to continue; court to hear final arguments on June 9

1 mins

MSRDC chief is prez of IRF India chapter

The Maharashtra State Road Development Corporation (MSRDC) vice-chairman and MD, Dr Anilkumar Gaikwad, has been unanimously elected as the president of the India chapter of the International Road Federation (IRF).

1 mins

Completed Gorai mangrove park yet to open for public

Despite being completed nearly a year ago, the Mangrove Park in Gorai remains closed to the public as authorities continue to delay its inauguration.

1 mins

Khar tree fall injures two:

Construction firm booked

1 mins

No relief to drug trafficking accused

A special PMLA court has refused to discharge Ali Azghar Shirazi in a money laundering case linked to an alleged international drug trafficking racket.

1 mins

POSH probe begins, no strict action yet against BMC officer

Six days after an FIR was registered against a 55-year-old administrative officer posted at the Municipal Commissioner's office for alleged sexual harassment of a 30-year-old female employee, the BMC is yet to suspend the accused officer.

1 mins

Passenger cites Iran conflict after gold smuggling arrest

A high-income finance professional arriving from Dubai was arrested by Mumbai Airport Customs on Sunday for allegedly smuggling 1.257 kg of 24KT crude gold valued at ₹1.74 crore.

1 mins

Fuel-saving push drives commuters towards carpooling

Prime Minister Narendra Modi's recent appeal to reduce fuel consumption is beginning to reflect in Mumbai's commuting patterns, with more office-goers opting for shared mobility services instead of private vehicles.

1 mins

How will we survive? Jewellers fear return of Covid-like crisis

Marriage and festival buying cannot stop.

1 mins

Gold buying curbs may hit 1 crore jobs

GJC seeks gold monetisation scheme instead of demand suppression; digital precious metals firms launch self-regulatory body DPMACI

1 mins

Waste pickers turn dream into SSC success

Eleven women waste pickers from Navi Mumbai have cleared their Class 10 examinations, overcoming poverty, long educational gaps, and years of social and personal challenges to achieve a milestone they once thought impossible.

1 mins

'No place for those who refuse Marathi'

Law committee member and BJP corporator Tajinder Singh Tiwana has raised concerns over widespread noncompliance with the Supreme Court's directions on Marathi nameboards in Mumbai, alleging that thousands of shops, hotels and commercial establishments are still not displaying signage in Marathi.

1 mins

Expert panel for Maha film industry reforms

The committee will examine subsidies, incentives and support systems offered by various states of India

1 mins

Bone marrow facility at Sion Hosp brings hope to patients

Poor and underprivileged patients suffering from serious blood disorders will now have greater access to affordable Bone Marrow Transplant (BMT) treatment at Lokmanya Tilak Municipal Medical College and General Hospital (Sion Hospital), which has expanded its BMT services with a new 26-bedded facility, including five specialised transplant beds, a high-risk unit, and a daycare centre at the Loknete Eknathrao Gaikwad Urban Health Centre in Dharavi.

1 mins

Teen driver gets bail in Powai hit-and-run

In the May 3 Powai hit-and-run case, the teen driver was granted bail by the metropolitan magistrate court in Andheri the following day.

1 mins

EOW files C Summary in ₹122cr solar fraud

The Economic Offences Wing (EOW) Mumbai has filed a C Summary report before the Esplanade Court in one of the FIRs linked to the alleged %122.85 crore fraud in the Solar Krishi Urja Vahini 2.0 tender process.

1 mins

Scholars gather at TISS for int'l forum

Marking its 90th anniversary celebrations, the Tata Institute of Social Sciences (TISS) kick-started day one of a three-day Global Colloquium 2026, titled Building Bridges in Social Sciences, on Monday.

1 mins

‘Illegal probe’: Court frees Thane resident in Atrocities Act case

A Thane Sessions Court has acquitted a 35-year-old Hiranandani Estate resident booked under the Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes (Prevention of Atrocities)

1 mins

Drivers unite for transport rights

Bharat Taxi, IFAT and Maharashtra transport unions meet to push for fair earnings, security, other reforms

1 mins

Bharati Vidyapeeth honours Rajdeep Sardesai

Bharati Vidyapeeth celebrated its 62nd Foundation Day in Pune on Sunday, where noted journalist and Padma Shri awardee Rajdeep Sardesai stressed the importance of strengthening education at the grassroots level to realise the dream of a developed India.

1 mins

5 Bang women held

In a major operation conducted in Pune's Budhwar Peth area, Faraskhana Police detained five Bangladeshi women who were allegedly residing illegally in the area and engaged in prostitution.

1 mins

Baner-Balewadi citizens seek traffic impact study before bridge opening

Residents of the Baner-Balewadi area have urged the Pune Municipal Corporation (PMC) to conduct a comprehensive future traffic impact study before the opening of the upcoming Balewadi-Kasapate Vasti Bridge, citing growing traffic congestion and inadequate infrastructure in one of Pune’s fastest-developing corridors.

1 mins

PMC fast-tracks 33 missing link roads

The Pune Municipal Corporation (PMC) has decided to prioritise the construction of 33 missing link roads across the city as part of a major initiative to reduce traffic congestion.

2 mins

Self-discipline needed to solve traffic crisis: Dy RTO Bhosale

With Pune witnessing a rapid rise in traffic congestion, road accidents, pollution and violations of transport norms, the role of the Regional Transport Office (RTO) has become increasingly crucial.

5 mins

Illegal religious shrines demolished in PCMC

The Pimpri-Chinchwad Municipal Corporation (PCMC) carried out a late-night demolition drive against unauthorised constructions in the Chikhali, Kudalwadi and Jadhavwadi areas under its ‘C’ Regional Ward Office on Sunday.

1 mins

Fake cop booked

A case has been registered at the Nandgaon Police Station against a man accused of repeatedly sexually assaulting a young woman for nearly five months by allegedly posing as a police officer.

1 mins

Mercury soars to 42°C in Nashik

Summer heat has tightened its grip on Nashik city, with temperatures rising sharply for the third consecutive day and touching 42 degrees Celsius on Monday.

2 mins

Anganwadi workers threaten work stoppage

Around 7,800 Anganwadi workers and helpers in Jalgaon district are facing severe financial hardship due to the nonpayment of honorarium for the past two months.

1 mins

PWD engineer nabbed accepting ₹5L bribe

The Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) in Jalgaon has arrested a branch engineer attached to the Public Works Department (PWD) for allegedly accepting a bribe of 5 lakh in connection with the clearance of a pending bill for a cement-concrete road project in the city.

1 mins

2 Jalgaon constables face suspension

Two police constables attached to the Police Headquarters in Jalgaon have been placed under immediate suspension for alleged negligence in duty and serious indiscipline.

1 mins

Nashik demolition drive pushes hundreds into unemployment

The Nashik Municipal Corporation (NMC) has intensified its anti-encroachment drive in the Old Nashik area as part of preparations for the Simhastha Kumbh Mela.

2 mins

MANS to organise ‘Yuva Chhavani 2026’

The Youth Participation Department of the Maharashtra Andhashraddha Nirmoolan Samiti (MANS) has organised a special three-day youth camp titled “Yuva Chhavani 2026” to foster intellectual growth and develop a scientific temper among young people.

1 mins

1,599 cases resolved in Lok Adalat

A total of 1,599 cases from Beed district were successfully disposed of during the National Lok Adalat held at the district headquarters on Saturday.

1 mins

CSMC to lodge cases aga those circulating false v

The anti-encroachment squad of the Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar Municipal Corporation (CSMC) carried out a major drive against encroachments from Seven Hills to Shahnoor Mia Dargah Road last week.

1 mins

Social contributors honoured at state-level awards in CSN

The first edition of the state-level award distribution ceremony organised on the theme “Dhamma and Constitution” was held with great enthusiasm and grandeur recently.

1 mins

'Identifying 100 products to boost domestic mfg'

The government is working with the industry to identify approximately 100 products that are either not produced or manufactured inadequately in India as part of efforts to boost domestic production, Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) Secretary Amardeep Singh Bhatia said on Monday.

1 mins

Gilts end sharply down on low risk appetite, INR’s fall

Prices of government bonds ended sharply lower on Monday as traders sold gilts due to low risk appetite amid fears of further escalation in the West Asia war, dealers said.

1 mins

Need to utilise, leverage FTAs: Comm Secy

The Indian industry must leverage and utilise the free trade agreements (FTAs) that India is finalising, as they provide significant opportunities for both trade and investments, Commerce Secretary Rajesh Agrawal said on Monday.

1 mins

Equity MFs inflow dips 5% to ₹38,440 cr in Apr

Equity-oriented mutual fund schemes garnered a net inflow of ₹38,440 crore in April, marking a 5% decline from the preceding month.

1 mins

Indian banks need AI-based defence to counter Myths like cyber threats: Barclays

Indian banks must modernise their technology architecture and build artificial intelligence-based defence systems to counter emerging cyber threats posed by AI tools, Barclays Global Service Centre India MD and CEO Praveen Kumar said on Monday.

1 mins

‘US team expected to visit India for next round of trade talks’

India expects a US team to visit the country for the next round of trade talks, though dates have not been finalised yet, a government official said on Monday.

1 mins

GOVT ALLOWS BIG FUNDS TO BID FOR HIGHWAY PROJECTS

The Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH) has allowed large funds and investors to bid for build-operate-transfer (BOT) projects.

1 mins

India to grow 6.6% in FY27; needs package on BoP front: SBI

India's economy is projected to grow at 6.6% in the 2026-27 fiscal, while a comprehensive package is required on the Balance of Payments (BoP) front amid rupee depreciation and higher oil prices, an SBI Research report said on Monday.

1 mins

Unemployment rate rises to 5.0% in Jan-Mar

India’s unemployment rate for individuals aged 15 and above rose to 5.0% in the March quarter from 4.8% in the previous three-month period, driven primarily by a surge in rural joblessness.

1 mins

'Rich, poor states' growth gap thinned'

In order to realise the full potential of states, India needs to move towards state-specific growth strategies, RBI Deputy Governor Poonam Gupta said on April 11 while highlighting that the growth gap between richer and poorer states has narrowed in recent years.

1 mins

PSU oil cos’ Q1 loss may touch ₹1.2 trillion

State-owned oil companies are currently bearing the brunt of the ongoing energy crisis while ensuring uninterrupted energy imports and supply, which may lead to losses for April-June ballooning to ₹1 trillion to ₹1.20 trillion, a senior Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas official said on Monday.

1 mins

'No plan to raise import duty on gold, silver'

The government currently has no plan to raise the import duty on gold and silver to discourage unnecessary imports, a government official told Informist on Monday.

1 mins

Gold ETFs shine with 34% inflow jump: AMF!

The mutual fund industry in India continued to witness strong investor participation in April, with overall industry inflows rising to ₹3.22 lakh crore, according to data released by the Association of Mutual Funds in India (Amfi) on Monday.

1 mins

HSBC SLASHES FY27 GDP ESTIMATE SHARPLY TO 6%

Expects two RBI rate hikes

1 mins

IHCL Q4 profit up 14.7% at ₹645 cr

Tata Group-owned Indian Hotels Company Ltd (IHCL) on Monday reported a 14.71% year-on-year rise in its consolidated net profit for the fourth quarter ended March at ₹645.43 crore.

1 mins

Maruti Suzuki launches DesignXathon 2026

Maruti Suzuki India Ltd (MSIL) on Monday announced the launch of the second edition of its flagship design challenge, DesignXathon 2026, with a theme that encourages participants to envision an iconic vehicle that Gen Z and Alpha aspire to own in 2036.

1 mins

PVR INOX swings to ₹186 crore PAT in Q4

Leading cinema exhibitor PVR INOX on Monday reported a consolidated net profit of %186.4 crore for the quarter ended March 2026.

1 mins

Govt mulls incentives to boost floating solar panel installation

The government is mulling incentives for the installation of floating solar panels to ensure that renewable energy (RE) capacity is added nationwide and does not remain concentrated in a few states, an official said on Monday.

1 mins

SEBI proposes to reduce AIF scheme launch time to 10 days

SEBI on Monday proposed a new green-channel mechanism, GARUDA, for alternative investment funds (AIFs) to launch schemes within 10 working days of filing their placement memorandums, down from the current 30 days, in a bid to speed up capital deployment.

1 mins

‘India’s 3rd chip plant to start in July, 4th facility to be up by Dec’

Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw on Monday highlighted that India's Semiconductor Mission is accelerating, with two plants already in commercial production.

1 mins

Adani calls for India to build, power, & own AI infrastructure

Gautam Adani, the Adani Group chairman, said on Monday that energy security and digital infrastructure will define geopolitical power in the coming decades as he called on India to build sovereign capabilities across the Artificial Intelligence (AI) value chain.

1 mins

Middle East crisis creating tremendous pressure: Sunil Mittal

Crisis in the Middle East is creating tremendous pressure, and the industry should follow the Prime Minister's call by lowering energy cost and ending the obsession with gold imports, Bharti Enterprises Founder and Chairman Sunil Bharti Mittal said on Monday.

1 mins

Noel Tata opposes Srinivasan, Singh’s continuation at TEDT

Tata Trusts Chairman Noel Tata has voted against the reappointment of Venu Srinivasan and Vijay Singh as trustees of the Tata Education and Development Trust (TEDT), according to multiple reports.

1 mins

UPL Q4 profit up 20% to ₹1,294 cr

Agrochemical and crop protection company UPL Ltd on Monday reported a 20% jump in consolidated net profit to ₹1,294 crore for the fourth quarter of the 2025-26 fiscal year on the back of robust sales.

1 mins

BAJAJ GROUP TURNS 100

The diversified Bajaj Group, which has interests in the automotive and financial services sectors, celebrated its centenary on Monday.

1 mins

Canara Bank Q4 profit down 10% to ₹4,506 cr

State-owned Canara Bank on Monday reported a 10% year-on-year decline in standalone net profit to ₹4,506 crore during the March quarter.

1 mins

JSW Energy Q4 PAT rises 38% to ₹574 cr

JSW Energy on Monday reported a more than 38% rise in its consolidated net profit to %574 crore for the quarter ended March 2026, primarily driven by higher revenues.

1 mins

India needs ₹3,500 tn cap to meet developed economy aim: SBI Setty

India will need capital of ₹3,000 trillion to ₹3,500 trillion to achieve the goal of becoming a developed economy by 2047, State Bank of India Chairman CS Setty said on Monday.

1 mins

Mustard, soybean prices gain firmly

Mustard seed and soybean prices rose in Kota on Monday due to stronger demand for domestic oilseeds amid expensive edible oil imports and steady buying rom millers.

1 mins

India pushes oil output amid crisis

India is accelerating crude oil exploration and domestic production efforts amid rising energy supply risks triggered by the West Asia conflict, Oil Secretary Neeraj Mittal said on Monday.

1 mins

Jeera slumps as supplies surge

Most spice futures declined on the NCDEX on Monday, led by a sharp fall in jeera prices amid rising arrivals and weak export demand.

1 mins

Govt assures ample fertiliser stocks for kharif season

The Centre on Monday assured farmers that fertiliser stocks remain sufficient for the upcoming Kharif sowing season and urged them not to indulge in panic buying despite global supply concerns linked to developments in West Asia.

1 mins

Tur climbs on tight supply, chana shows uneven price movement

Prices of tur rose across key spot markets on Monday due to strong demand and lower arrivals, while chana prices showed mixed trends and urad remained steady amid lack of fresh market cues.

1 mins

‘Wheat output seen higher this year’

Government expects stronger harvest and record procurement as wheat crop withstands unseasonal rains across key producing states

1 mins

‘Balanced cooking oil use can better shield India from global price shocks’

India’s edible oil industry has welcomed the national push towards reducing excessive cooking oil consumption, calling it an important step in strengthening the country’s long-term food and economic security.

1 mins

Maize gains on ethanol demand, wheat trades mixed across mkts

Wheat prices showed mixed trends across major Indian spot markets on Monday, while maize prices moved higher due to stronger ethanol sector demand and rice prices remained largely stable amid subdued market activity.

1 mins

Smallcap Rally sparks valuation debate

Indian smallcap stocks have made a strong comeback in recent months, with the BSE SmallCap Index touching a six-month high and outperforming both largecap and midcap indices.

1 mins

Benchmark indices sink amid oil rally

Nifty index opened gap down by more than 200 points and broke 23850 levels which was followed by attempts of recovery towards 24000 zones.

2 mins

Minister forgets poll certificate, takes MLA oath after hiccup

The oath-taking of MLA-elects in the Tamil Nadu assembly witnessed some interesting moments as a young woman minister initially failed to produce her election certificate, prompting her to go back for it, while another legislator mistakenly presented his party colleague's document before the mix-up was pointed out.

1 mins

AIADMK stands divided over support to TVK

Some MLAs want EPS to step down

1 mins

Came for cash but left with a cut at this 'ATM'?

If you had entered this 'ATM' in Patna's Danapur seeking to withdraw money, you would have found it sporting chairs, mirrors, combs, scissors and other grooming tools instead of the cash dispenser!

1 mins

PM Modi to embark on 5-nation trip this week

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will undertake a six-day visit to the United Arab Emirates (UAE), the Netherlands, Sweden, Norway and Italy beginning Friday to further deepen India's bilateral ties amid the ongoing geopolitical upheavals.

1 mins

VB-G RAM G Act to come into force from July 1: Govt

Headline-grabbing exercise: Cong

1 mins

Ahead of crucial floor test, Vijay calls on ex-CM Stalin

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay on Monday called on his predecessor, DMK President MK Stalin at the latter's Alwarpet residence here, days ahead of the crucial floor test the government is slated to face.

1 mins

Bihar minister’s remarks on girls’ schooling triggers row

Bihar Education Minister Mithilesh Tiwari has sparked a major controversy after a video surfaced where he suggested that girls do not need an education and should instead remain within the household.

1 mins

CABINET DECISIONS | In maiden meeting, BJP regime gives nod to introduction of Ayushman Bharat, BNS implementation Suvendu govt okays land for BSF border fencing

West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari on Monday announced a series of significant administrative and policy measures, including the state’s induction into the Centre's Ayushman Bharat health scheme, transfer of land to the BSF for border fencing, and implementation of the BNS criminal law.

1 mins

India to shrink zones around N-reactors

India plans to reduce the size of exclusion zones around nuclear plants to free up significant amounts of land for reactor expansions, three officials familiar with the matter said, in a move to attract private investment that is likely to face backlash from opposition parties and public, reported Reuters.

1 mins

'Congfusion' delaying selection of Kerala CM upsets ally IUML

IUML, a key constituent of the Congress-led UDF, on Monday expressed strong displeasure over the delay in deciding Kerala’s next CM, warning that prolonged uncertainty could have political repercussions.

1 mins

SC refuses to intervene in Balaji case

In a setback to former Tamil Nadu minister V Senthil Balaji, the Supreme Court on Monday refused to interfere with a Madras High Court order directing a CBI probe into an alleged Rs 397-crore scam in procurement of transformers during his tenure as the state's electricity minister between 2021 and 2023.

1 mins

Sringeri MLA reinstated for now

A week after Sringeri Assembly constituency, which had witnessed recounting of the election results of May 23, resulting in the ouster of sitting Congress MLA and declaring BJP candidate as winner, the Supreme Court has stayed the proceedings and asked the Congress MLA to continue for now.

1 mins

SC bins plea to modify Hindu law on divorce

The Supreme Court on Monday refused to entertain a plea challenging the constitutional validity of a provision of the Hindu Marriage Act that grants only the wife the right to seek divorce if cohabitation has not resumed for one year or more after a maintenance decree against the husband.

1 mins

SC steps in to speed up bail cases in HCs

‘Need to balance undertrials’ liberty with victims’ rights’

1 mins

22 illegal borewells sealed in Chimbel, more action likely

Under the watch of the High Court of Bombay at Goa, the Water Resources Department (WRD) has sealed around 22 illegal borewells in Chimbel, with officials indicating that more action is underway following inspections at the site.

1 mins

DMF flush with funds, but just 24 per cent spent

HOW DMF FUNDS WERE UTILISED

1 mins

Churchill draws parallels between own career and Vijay’s rise in TN

Former Chief Minister Churchill Alemao on Monday extended his best wishes to newly elected Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu, C Joseph Vijay, saying that while he was the first Catholic Chief Minister of Goa, Vijay has earned the distinction of becoming the first Christian Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu.

1 mins

Officials dismiss concerns of fuel shortage in State

SAY NO REASON TO PANIC; INFLOW OF FRESH FUEL CARGO CONTINUES AT MORMUGAO PORT

1 mins

Control petrol, limit gold: Sawant echoes PM's cautionary message

Suggests reviving habits such as work-from-home

1 mins

Anjuna nightclub faces heat over restro lounge, cottages

PANCHAYAT ISSUES SHOW-CAUSE NOTICE FOR DEMOLITION OF STRUCTURES

1 mins

Phone challans under lens after Srinagar court order

CAN FACE LEGAL CHALLENGE IN GOA

1 mins

Anoop Mehta becomes VP of World Gold Council

The global diamond industry has ushered in a new leadership chapter as Ronnie Vanderlinden was elected President of the World Diamond Council, while Anoop Mehta was unanimously chosen as Vice President during the organisation's Annual General Meeting held in Antwerp.

1 mins

Fire breaks out at DGGI office, records room damaged

Panic gripped the premises of the Directorate General of Goods and Services Tax Intelligence (DGGI) office in Surat on Monday morning after a sudden fire broke out in the records room on the fourth floor of the VIP Road building.

1 mins

Surat's Dr. Pankaj Gandhi Joins ICAI CMA Syllabus 2026 Advisory Group

Surat has earned national recognition once again as Dr. Pankaj Gandhi has been elected to the CMA Syllabus 2026 Review Advisory Group of the prestigious The Institute of Cost Accountants of India.

1 mins

Greenman Viral Desai’s Shahid Smriti Van wins national acclaim at IIT Bombay

Surat’s fight against industrial pollution received national spotlight as environmentalist Viral Desai earned acclaim at IIT Bombay for his urban forest initiative ‘Shahid Smriti Van’, recognised as a powerful model for improving air quality in industrial areas.

1 mins

'No power in the world can suppress India'; PM Modi

In a powerful address that blended history, spirituality, and national pride, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday underscored India’s journey of strength and self-reliance while speaking at the Somnath Temple during the ‘Somnath Amrit Parv-2026’ celebrations in Prabhas Patan.

1 mins

Surat hosts mega 'fashion show 2026' showcasing student talent

Surat witnessed a spectacular celebration of creativity and emerging talent as Red & White Skill Education hosted ‘Fashion Show 2026, transforming the city into a vibrant runway and setting a new benchmark for student-led fashion showcases in India.

1 mins

Murder accused shot in police self-defence clash

In a shocking escalation of violence in Surat, a second “half encounter” incident in just four days has come to light from the Limbayat area, where police shot a murder accused in self-defence after he allegedly attacked officers during an arrest attempt.

1 mins

OPEC turmoil may boost textile & packaging exports

A major shift in global oil politics is set to bring unexpected gains for India’s industrial economy, especially Surat’s textile and packaging sectors.

1 mins

Cyber sleuths arrest man over bomb threat emails sent to Gujsail, airport, schools

The Cyber Cell of Anmedabad Crime has arrested a man in connection with threatening emails sent to the airport, Gujsail and several schools in the city warning of bomb blasts, officials said on Monday.

1 mins

One-of-its-kind: Woman seeks divorce as marriage failed to end exam pressure

No allegations of the husband’s extramarital relations, no complaints of dominating in-laws, no accusations of mental or physical torture or demand for dowry.

1 mins

CM releases 2 female cheetahs in Kuno

Chief Minister Mohan Yadav released two female cheetahs from Botswana into the wild in Kuno National Park on Monday.

1 mins

Over 20 politicians move in carcades, burn enormous fuel

After Prime Minister Narendra Modi's appeal to people to save petrol and diesel, Chief Minister Mohan Yadav has advised his ministerial colleagues to follow the PM's counsel.

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Cabinet Decisions MoS Discretionary Fund limit raised to Rs 25,000 per case

The Cabinet on Monday approved an increase in the discretionary amount that Ministers of State (MoS) can sanction per case from Rs16,000 to Rs 25,000.

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MP experiences double whammy of heatwave and thunderstorms

Fragmented weather pattern of severe heat followed by rapid local storms likely over next two days

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HC stays 'reopen RTO checkposts' order

There are 45 check posts in the state

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PM’s appeal against gold buying sparks anxiety among MP jewellers

TRADE CONCERNS | Retailers, makers and artisans worried over falling demand

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Mayawati Questions UP Cabinet Expansion Impact

Mayawati on Monday reacted sharply to the recent expansion of the Uttar Pradesh Government cabinet, saying its real success should be judged by its impact on common people rather than political calculations.

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UP Lekhpal Exam City Slip Released Ahead of May 21 Test

The Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission has released the advance district and exam city information for the UP Lekhpal Recruitment Main Examination scheduled on May 21, 2026.

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Disha Wisdom Series Opens New Learning Path for India's Youth

Disha Publication has launched its new Wisdom Series, a specially curated collection of books aimed at introducing children and young learners to the timeless teachings of Indian scriptures in a simple and engaging format.

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UP High Court Cracks Down on Noise Pollution After 10 PM

The Allahabad High Court has directed officials across Uttar Pradesh to strictly stop loud noise and sound pollution after 10 PM, especially during weddings, social functions and commercial events.

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Solar Boom: Lucknow Leads India, UP Shines Bright

Uttar Pradesh has emerged as a national leader in rooftop solar installations under the PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana, setting new benchmarks in India’s renewable energy sector.

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Lucknow Jewellers Protest PM Appeal on Gold Purchases

GOLDSHOCK | Gold Purchase Appeal Sparks Anger Among Jewellers

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Suvendu Adhikari PA Murder Shockwaves Reach UP, 3 Arrested

The investigation into the sensational murder of Chandranath Rath, personal assistant to senior BJP leader Suvendu Adhikari, has now reached Uttar Pradesh, with three accused arrested from Ayodhya and nearby regions.

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Skill-Based Training Empowering Youth Towards Self-Reliance

A graduation ceremony for the first batch of the “Accounts Plus GST” course was organised with enthusiasm in Lucknow by D Madad Sahyog Guidance Foundation, an institution working in the field of education and skill development.

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Youth Shot Dead on Train, Body Thrown on Railway Track

A shocking murder aboard a moving train has created panic in eastern Uttar Pradesh after a young man from Ghazipur was allegedly shot dead and his body thrown onto railway tracks in Chandauli district.

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CM Yogi Declares “Sanatan Can Never Be Defeated”

Yogi Adityanath on Monday strongly asserted that Sanatan Dharma can never be defeated, saying those who tried to erase India’s spiritual and cultural identity have themselves disappeared from history.

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Blackout in hospital condemned

The emergency ward of the Government Taluk Hospital in Navalgund was plunged into darkness following a power failure on Sunday night, raising serious questions about the maintenance of backup power systems at the hospital.

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FIR filed after Manipur woman alleges assault by employers

A 23-year-old woman from Manipur has alleged that she was subjected to harassment and physical assault on several occasions by her employers at the IIM campus here, police said on Monday.

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Dharwad sets 2.82 lakh hectare Kharif target

The Agriculture Department has set a sowing target of 2.82 lakh hectares for the 2026 Kharif season in Dharwad district, with farmers increasingly shifting towards green gram cultivation due to rising labour shortages and market uncertainty affecting traditional cash crops.

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Karandlaje seeks NIA probe into security breach in PM convoy route

GELATIN STICKS

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Mysuru division celebrates 70th Railway Week

Mysuru Division of South Western Railway successfully organised the 70th Railway Week Celebrations 2025 on Monday at the Chamundi Club, Mysuru.

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Police detain accused within an hour over bomb threat

A day after a bomb threat caused a brief security scare during PM Narendra Modi's visit to Bengaluru, City Police Commissioner Seemant Kumar Singh on Monday said it was a hoax and the accused was detained within an hour using technical surveillance.

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Come better prepared: CM slams PM for Cong remarks

Alleging \"hypocrisy\" in PM Narendra Modi's_ speech, Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah on Monday asked him to come better prepared next time he makes allegations against the Congress government in the state.

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Shivakumar questions practicality of PM Modi's austerity call

Shivakumar: Sacrifices should start with central ministers

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Cyberabad Police bust interstate gang, seize 400 kg ganja

Cyberabad Police busted an interstate ganja smuggling network and seized 400 kg of dry ganja worth around Rs.2 crore near Muthangi on the Outer Ring Road under Patancheru police limits on Sunday.

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India’s 5“ Jail Museum coming up

To launch on May 12 at Chanchalguda Prison

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10 arrested for murder of engineering student

The Chilkalguda Police arrested 10 accused, including a juvenile, in connection with the murder of 21-year-old B.Tech student Bommana Yavan alias Akhil, who was allegedly killed over a love affair dispute in Secunderabad.

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Telangana pushes faster voter mapping

The Telangana government has stepped up the Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls, directing officials to fast-track the mapping of voter records from the 2002 rolls with the updated 2025 voter list.

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TCA seeks urgent restraint on HCA ‘TG20 League’

TCA has submitted an urgent representation to Justice (Retd.) P. Naveen Rao, Single Member Committee overseeing Hyderabad Cricket Association, and to the Board of Control for Cricket in India, seeking immediate restraint on the proposed TG20 League launched by HCA.

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Cracks in INDIA Bloc

Te Indian National Development Inclusive Aliance (INDIA) Bloc, not too long ago seen as shaping up as a possible alternative to the Ruling National Democratic Alliance (NDA), appears to be fractured.

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Road Safety Summer Camp inaugurated in Hyd

D. Joel Davis, IPS, Joint Commissioner of Police (Traffic), Hyderabad, inaugurated the Road Safety Summer Camp 2026 at the Traffic Training Institute, Goshamahal on Monday as Chief Guest.

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Telangana to appoint over 2,000 nurses on May 12

On the occasion of International Nurses Day on May 12, the Telangana government will issue appointment letters to more than 2,000 nurses as part of a major recruitment drive aimed at strengthening public healthcare services across the state.

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Rented house for Vijayan

Pinarayi Vijayan is preparing to move out of Cliff House into a rented residence near Valsala Nursing Home at Bakery Junction in Thiruvananthapuram, marking a visible shift in Kerala’s political order after the LDF lost power.

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Kannur huddle exposes Cong camp strains

Kannur became the latest flashpoint in Kerala Congress politics after an attempted closed-door meeting at K. Sudhakaran’s residence was put off when journalists reached the venue, exposing renewed group manoeuvres at a sensitive moment for the party.

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KPCC succession race next flashpoint

Congress has opened a sensitive leadership exercise, with KPCC chief Sunny Joseph’s likely move into the ministry forcing the party to identify a new president.

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Old Congress rift resurfaces in Thomas memoir

Senior politician K V Thomas has revived a sensitive chapter in Kerala’s Congress history by claiming that the estrangement between Sonia Gandhi and K. Karunakaran deepened over the denial of an Assembly ticket to Padmaja Venugopal in 2001.

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Kerala police braces for sweeping reset

There is high speculation over key posts in law and order, intelligence, vigilance, prisons, crime branch and district policing

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Security review targets CPM gunmen network

Several CPM figures were given protection beyond routine norms, including cases in which two gunmen were assigned to one leader

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Vijay's Kerala push starts in Wayanad

Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam has begun its first organised move into Kerala, choosing Vengappally in Wayanad as the launch point for a cross-border expansion after C Joseph Vijay’s ascent as Tamil Nadu Chief Minister.

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CPM bid to shield Vijayan in poll rout

CPM’s top leadership has sought to contain pressure on Pinarayi Vijayan after the LDF’s heavy election defeat, saying responsibility for the setback rests collectively with the party and not with any single leader.

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Brave New Wild: A paler shade of past

Cinema has long warned that when man plays God, the results usually involve being chased through a rain-forest by a very disgruntled reptile whose territory has been encroached.

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Saving fuel and the economy

Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s patriotic call to austerity, exhorting citizens to use less fuel, buy less gold, and postpone foreign trips, among other things, has come just as the dust settles after elections in West Bengal, Assam, Tamil Nadu, Kerala, and Puducherry.

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Kerala CM delay shows RaGa hasn’t learnt from the past

The problem in Kerala is that there are not two but three contenders for the CM’s post. So Rahul’s rotation promise would not work here

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BJP’s Assam, W. Bengal wins may impact India-B’desh ties

It remains to be seen whether the Prime Minister will be able to keep a tight leash on the more radical elements of his party and base

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Shipping costs surge as Tehran seeks $2mn for Hormuz access

Iran formalises strait toll

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3 US, French evacuees test hantavirus +ve

Critical woman taken to Paris while American flown to Nebraska is asymptomatic

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WH shooting suspect pleads not guilty

A man charged with attacking the White House Correspondents’ Association dinner in Washington last month has pleaded not guilty.

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Fugitive extradited, Delhi thanks Lisbon

India thanked Portugal for its cooperation in the successful extradition of fugitive Abhay Rana, with the government describing the move as an important step in its ongoing efforts to bring back wanted criminals residing abroad.

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Starmer buys more time with pledge to ‘prove doubters wrong’

London: British PM Keir Starmer on Monday bought some more time at 10 Downing Street with a pledge to prove the “doubters” in his own party wrong and battle on for the soul of Britain.

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PHILIPPINES VP IMPEACHED

An overwhelming majority of the House of Representatives of the Philippines voted to impeach Vice President Sara Duterte on Monday over alleged unexplained wealth and threats to have the president assassinated, as the rift between the camps of

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Desi philanthropist pays off student loans for 176 graduates in the US

Students of North Carolina State University’s Wilson College of Textiles received a life-changing surprise during their graduation ceremony at Reynolds Coliseum.

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Trump to visit China from May 13 to 15

US President Donald Trump will pay an official visit to China from May 13 to 15 at the invitation of Chinese President Xi Jinping.

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MI not good enough this season, admits Jayawardene

Head coach Mahela Jayawardene admitted that Mumbai Indians (MI) were simply \"not good enough\" this season after a heartbreaking two-wicket defeat to Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) ended their Indian Premier League (IPL) playoff hopes on Sunday.

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Shanto, Mominul lift Pakistan to 179-run lead

Skipper Najmul Hossain Shanto and Mominul Haque hit resolute half-centuries as Bangladesh reached 152-3 on rain-hit Day 4 of the first cricket test against Pakistan on Monday.

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Krunal credits DK for transforming RCB team culture

One-legged Pandya smashed an unbeaten 73 in a tense chase

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Vinesh says she won't take ‘sanyaas’ from wrestling

A defiant Vinesh Phogat on Monday alleged that those in power in the Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) wanted her to quit the sport but asserted that she won't accept defeat and make them succeed in their designs.

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Titans face Sunrisers in high-stakes clash today

Net run rate in focus as Hyderabad, Gujarat battle for top spots

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Axar, Miller, Ashutosh star as Delhi Capitals thump Kings

CLINICAL | Chasing 211, fifties from Patel and David power DC to 3-wicket win

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Young Divyanshi making a splash on the big stage

The 15-year-old is on a roll in the last couple of years

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Barcelona retain La Liga title in great style

Draw would also have been enough for Catalans

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East Bengal hold top spot after goalless draw against Punjab FC

Woodwork denies East Bengal late winner in engaging stalemate

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Mohun Bagan target top spot in ISL clash against Inter Kashi

Mariners aim to break draw streak as title defence intensifies

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Bharath Kanth, G Sai Trilok die in road accident

Telugu actor Bharath Kanth and cinematographer G Sai Trilok passed away on Sunday night in a tragic road accident in Hyderabad.

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An electric opening ceremony

Scheduled to take place between June 11 and July 19, 2026, the 2026 FIFA World Cup tournament will unfold across three host nations, the United States, Canada, and Mexico.

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Dua Lipa takes on Samsung Electronics

As part of the filing, Dua Lipa's legal team also attached screenshots of social media posts and fan comments to support their claims

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Esha Deol forays into design

Hema Malini, Dharmendra’s actress daughter, Esha Deol, launched her design department in partnership with a leading realty estate giant

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'If you harass my fans...'

Diljit Dosanjh addressed the controversy surrounding pro-Khalistan flags at his Aura 2026 concert in Canada, saying the issue was about disruption, not banners

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How environs affect mood

The study is the first to combine wearables, mood surveys and location data to measure environmental exposures and immediate health impacts

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Summers heat, creative beat

Moulding clay in summer is a wonderful hobby that keeps our minds happy when school is out.

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