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Apple''s plan to make iPhone in India shows global confidence in us: BJP
Thiruvananthapuram, May 23 (UNI) Apple’s decision to expand iPhone manufacturing in India despite challenges shows the growing global confidence in India''s manufacturing ecosystem, Kerala BJP President Rajeev Chandrasekhar said on Friday.
#Apple''s plan to make iPhone in India shows global confidence in us: BJP

Forex reserves fall to USD 685.73 bn on May 16: RBI
Mumbai, May 23 (UNI) India’s foreign exchange reserves declined by USD 4.89 billion (₹31,650 crore) in the week ended May 16, 2025, to stand at USD 685.73 billion (₹58.66 lakh crore), according to data released by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) on Friday.
#Forex reserves fall to USD 685.73 bn on May 16: RBI

It's a really intense situation: Brett Dier on Justin Baldoni-Blake Lively legal feud

Los Angeles, May 23 (UNI) As legal tensions escalate between actor Justin Baldoni and actress Blake Lively, support has emerged from a former co-star and close friend.

#It's a really intense situation: Brett Dier on Justin Baldoni-Blake Lively legal feud

South India’s largest industrial machinery expo, INDOMACH 2025, begins in Hyderabad

Hyderabad, May 23 (UNI) The fourth edition of INDOMACH, South India’s largest B2B Industrial Machinery and Engineering Exhibition, began on Friday at the Hitex Exhibition Centre in Hyderabad.

#South India’s largest industrial machinery expo # INDOMACH 2025 # begins in Hyderabad

TN police arrests absconding accused in Mumbai in Idol theft case

Chennai, May 23 (UNI) The Tamil Nadu Idol Wing CID police has arrested
an absconding accused in Mumbai connection with an antique metal idol
theft case.

#TN police arrests absconding accused in Mumbai in Idol theft case

CMFRI’s mussel farming project turns huge success, attains 1.7 tonne yields

Kochi, May 23 (UNI) ICAR-Central Marine Fisheries Research Institute’s (CMFRI) mussel farming initiative for the benefits of low-income community in Kodungallur turned a huge success, with two self-help groups from 15 families attaining a yield of 1.7 tonnes of mussels during a harvest mela held on Friday.

#CMFRI’s mussel farming project turns huge success # attains 1.7 tonne yields

Hyd CP holds meeting with Gauseva Associations to ensure peaceful Bakrid celebrations

Hyderabad, May 23 (UNI) In preparation for the upcoming Bakrid festival, Hyderabad City Police convened a key coordination meeting with various Gauseva (cow protection) associations to promote communal harmony and ensure a peaceful observance of the festival.

#Hyd CP holds meeting with Gauseva Associations to ensure peaceful Bakrid celebrations

MDRF signs MoU with Russia’s ANMRC for diabetes research

Chennai, May 23 (UNI) The Madras Diabetes Research Foundation (MDRF) on Friday entered into
a strategic research collaboration with the Almazov National Medical Research Centre (ANMRC), based in Saint Petersburg, Russia.

#MDRF signs MoU with Russia’s ANMRC for diabetes research

Gudiya rape case: Himachal HC judge hearing appeal of convict recuses

Shimla, May 23 (UNI) A member of a division bench of Himachal Pradesh High court hearing the criminal appeal filed by convicted Nilu in the Gudiya rape case on May 19 has decided to recuse from matter, as per an order uploaded on the high court website.

#Gudiya rape case: Himachal HC judge hearing appeal of convict recuses

Rupee ends strong at 85.28 against USD

Mumbai, May 23 (UNI) The Rupee on Friday ended strong at 85.28, advancing 79 paise, a single
day rise in two years, on selling of Dollar from foreign banks, dealers at the Forex Market said.

#Rupee ends strong at 85.28 against USD

UPEIDA prepares action plan for Unnao Logistics Cluster Project

Lucknow, May 23 (UNI) The Uttar Pradesh government has initiated work on the UP Integrated Manufacturing and Logistics Cluster (UPIMLC) project in Unnao in a major step toward transforming the state into a hub of industrial growth, official sources said here on Friday.

#UPEIDA prepares action plan for Unnao Logistics Cluster Project

Mamata urges Centre to call special Parliament session after MPs' diplomatic push

Kolkata, May 23 (UNI) Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Friday expressed her happiness over all-party delegations'' visits abroad as part of the country''s diplomatic outreach post-Pahalgam terror attack by Pakistan-backed terrorists. She said a special Parliament session should be called after the return of these MPs, drawn from both Houses, including from her party, the TMC.
Mamata had initially disagreed with the Union government for unilaterally naming TMC MP Yusuf Pathan as a member of the parliamentary team meant to articulate India''s zero tolerance message against terrorism in global platforms following the Pahalgam massacre and the subsequent Operation Sindoor.

#Mamata urges Centre to call special Parliament session after MPs' diplomatic push

Use of 'Press Council' name prohibited without permission: PCI Secretary

Hyderabad, May 23 (UNI) The Press Council of India (PCI) has reiterated that the name "Press Council" should not be used by individuals or organisations without prior permission.

#Use of 'Press Council' name prohibited without permission: PCI Secretary

Bangladesh’s Chief Advisor Muhammad Yunus mulling resignation over rising protests
Dhaka, May 23 (UNI) The Chief Advisor of Bangladesh''s Interim Government, Muhammad Yunus, is considering quitting from his position, reported Bangladeshi media.
#Bangladesh’s Chief Advisor Muhammad Yunus mulling resignation over rising protests

Russia downs 112 Ukrainian drones overnight
Moscow, May 23 (UNI) Russia''s air defenses shot down 112 Ukrainian drones overnight, including 24 over the Moscow region, the defense ministry said on Friday.
#Russia downs 112 Ukrainian drones overnight

Israeli diplomats' murder suspect may face death penalty - Reports

Jerusalem, May 23 (UNI) Elias Rodriguez, the suspect in the murder of two employees of the Israeli Embassy in Washington DC, could face the death penalty, Fox News reported, citing an FBI document.

#Israeli diplomats' murder suspect may face death penalty - Reports

Bangladesh: Muhammad Yunus considers resignation amid political deadlock
Dhaka, May 23 (UNI) Bangladesh''s interim government chief, Professor Muhammad Yunus is reportedly on the verge of stepping down, as frustration and disillusionment deepens within Bangladesh’s public, political groups, and his own interim government regarding his ability to govern the country.
#Bangladesh: Muhammad Yunus considers resignation amid political deadlock

Police discover narcotics in Kabul, arrest 4 suspects

Kabul, May 23 (UNI) Afghan police have arrested four suspected drug smugglers along with 30,000 stimulant tablets in the country''s capital, Kabul city, the local media Tolonews reported Friday.

#Police discover narcotics in Kabul # arrest 4 suspects

Justice Oka bids farewell to SC; CJI Gavai says both won''t take post-retirement jobs
New Delhi, May 23 (UNI) Marking an emotional farewell to an illustrious judicial career, Justice Abhay S Oka was accorded a warm and respectful send-off by the Supreme Court Bar on his last working day, even as Chief Justice of India BR Gavai announced that both he and Justice Oka have decided not to accept any post-retirement positions.
#Justice Oka bids farewell to SC; CJI Gavai says both won''t take post-retirement jobs

Nepal concerned over use of xenon in climbing

Kathmandu, May 23 (UNI) The Nepali government has raised concern about the reported use of xenon gas by a group of mountaineers in summiting the world''s tallest Mount Qomolangma.

#Nepal concerned over use of xenon in climbing

Suspect in fatal shooting of 2 Israeli embassy staff charged with murder

Washington, May 23 (UNI) The U.S. Department of Justice on Friday filed criminal charges against the suspect in the case involving the fatal shooting of two staff members of the Israeli embassy in the United States the prior night.

#Suspect in fatal shooting of 2 Israeli embassy staff charged with murder

US Senators warn of upcoming action on new Russia sanctions – Reports

Washington, May 23 (UNI) US senators, including Senate Majority Leader John Thune, have warned Moscow that they will take action to impose new, crippling sanctions against Russia if there is no progress toward a peace settlement in the Ukraine conflict soon, Axios reported on Thursday.

#US Senators warn of upcoming action on new Russia sanctions – Reports

New COVID variant NB.1.8.1 sparks fresh concern as US observes evolution of vaccination and preventive strategies
Atlanta, May 23 (UNI) A newly emerging COVID-19 variant, NB.1.8.1, is rapidly gaining ground across Asia and has now made its way into the United States — prompting scientists and health officials to reassess their vaccine playbook ahead of the coming winter season.
#New COVID variant NB.1.8.1 sparks fresh concern as US observes evolution of vaccination and preventive strategies

Indian mutual fund industry’s AUM crosses Rs 70 trillion milestone: ICRA Analytics
Kolkata, May 23 (UNI) Data from the Association of Mutual Funds in India (AMFI) showed that the assets under management (AUM) of the Indian mutual fund industry grew by 22.25 per cent YoY in March 2025 to reach the Rs 70 trillion mark.
#Indian mutual fund industry’s AUM crosses Rs 70 trillion milestone: ICRA Analytics

Iranian FM says no pact on N-deal with US if it seeks to stop uranium enrichment
Tehran, May 23 (UNI) Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi said on Thursday there will be no nuclear agreement if the United States seeks to cease Iran''s uranium enrichment.
#Iranian FM says no pact on N-deal with US if it seeks to stop uranium enrichment

All-party delegation led by DMK''s Kanimozhi in Russia as part of global outreach against terrorism
Moscow/New Delhi, May 23 (UNI) An all-party delegation led by DMK MP Kanimozhi arrived in Moscow yesterday, as part of India’s global outreach against terrorism.
#All-party delegation led by DMK''s Kanimozhi in Russia as part of global outreach against terrorism

TPCC chief to present Telangana caste census model to party in Delhi
Hyderabad/New Delhi, May 23 (UNI) Telangana Pradesh Congress Committee (TPCC) president Mahesh Kumar Goud is currently in Delhi to present a detailed PowerPoint presentation on the caste census initiative undertaken in Telangana to the top Congress leadership at Indira Bhavan on Friday.
#TPCC chief to present Telangana caste census model to party in Delhi

Rupee up 14 paise against USD

Mumbai, May 23 (UNI) The Rupee on Friday appreciated 14 paise at Rs 85.93 in early trade on selling of US Dollar by bankers and exporters at the Forex Market informed.

#Rupee up 14 paise against USD

Rupee up 14 paise against USD
Mumbai, May 23 (UNI) The rupee on Friday appreciated 14 paise at 85.93 in early trade on selling of the US dollar by bankers and exporters at the Forex Market.
#Rupee up 14 paise against USD

Rupee opens at 85.93, up 14 paise against USD.

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#Rupee opens at 85.93 # up 14 paise against USD.

India International Industrial Expo begins Jan 16 next year, logo released

Thiruvananthapuram, May 23 (UNI) The India International Industrial Expo, jointly organised by the Kerala State Small Industries Association (KSSIA) and Metro Mart, will be held in Ernakulam from January 16 to 18, 2026, Kerala Industries Minister P Rajeeve has said.

#India International Industrial Expo begins Jan 16 next year # logo released

Panama and Venezuela resume flights after 10-month suspension
Panama City, May 23 (UNI) The Civil Aeronautical Authority of Panama (AAC) announced on Thursday the resumption of commercial flights between Panama and Venezuela, ending a 10-month suspension that had disrupted air connectivity between the two nations.
#Panama and Venezuela resume flights after 10-month suspension

Karnataka halts Jan Aushadhi Kendras in govt hospitals
Bengaluru, May 23 (UNI) The Karnataka government has suspended all Pradhan Mantri Bhartiya Janaushadhi Kendras (PMBJKs) operating within government hospital premises, citing the state’s policy of providing all medicines free of cost to patients.
#Karnataka halts Jan Aushadhi Kendras in govt hospitals

US: Trump administration bars Harvard from taking foreign students
Washington, May 23 (UNI) The US administration of President Donald Trump has barred the iconic Harvard University from enrolling international students, after the elite institution turned down the regime''s instruction to hand over the conduct report of its foreign students sought by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS).
#US: Trump administration bars Harvard from taking foreign students

Sergey Lavrov awarded Russia''s top state honour, says recognition belongs to entire foreign policy team
Moscow, May 23 (UNI) Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov has received one of the country’s highest honours, the Order of St Andrew the Apostle the First-Called, from President Vladimir Putin in a Kremlin ceremony.
#Sergey Lavrov awarded Russia''s top state honour #says recognition belongs to entire foreign policy team

Mexico continues negotiations with US on tariffs concerning steel, and automotive sectors
Mexico City, May 22 (UNI) After a phone conversation with her U.S. counterpart, Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum has decided to continue negotiating the tariff issue concerning the steel, aluminum and automotive sectors.
#Mexico continues negotiations with US on tariffs concerning steel #and automotive sectors

Bangladesh’s Darkest Chapter: The Yunus Regime vs. The Press

Dangerously low oxygen levels normalised through complex surgery

Thiruvananthapuram, May 22 (UNI) A complex surgery was successfully performed on a Tamil Nadu native whose oxygen level had dangerously dropped due to blood clots in the arteries of the lungs.

#Dangerously low oxygen levels normalised through complex surgery

HP HC directs suspended JBT teachers to appear before competent authority

Shimla, May 22 (UNI) The Himachal Pradesh High Court has directed the suspended primary teachers, who are protesting the merger of the Directorate of Elementary Education with the Directorate of Higher Education, to appear before the competent authority regarding their suspension. The matter would now be heard again on May 28.

#HP HC directs suspended JBT teachers to appear before competent authority

The target was 15 crores, claims Sanjay Raut on money in Dhule rest house

Mumbai, May 22 (UNI) Shiv Sena ( UBT) leader Sanjay Raut has made serious allegations against MLA Arjun Khotkar here on Thursday after Rs 1.84 crore cash was found in room number 102 of Gulmohar Rest House in Dhule.

#The target was 15 crores # claims Sanjay Raut on money in Dhule rest house

AgustaWestland case: Delhi court permits accused Gautam Khaitan to travel abroad for six months
New Delhi, May 22 (UNI) A Delhi court on Thursday permitted lawyer Gautam Khaitan, an accused in the AgustaWestland VVIP chopper scam case, to travel abroad for six months.
#AgustaWestland case: Delhi court permits accused Gautam Khaitan to travel abroad for six months

Telangana Cong govt using Commission notices to distract public corruption: BRS

Hyderabad, May 22 (UNI) Shifting focus to the Kaleshwaram project and commission-related notices, Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) Working President K T Rama Rao (KTR) on Thursday accused the Congress party of resorting to ‘filthy politics’ under the guise of commission notices.

#Telangana Cong govt using Commission notices to distract public corruption: BRS

Kiara gave us what we were looking for in poolside shoot for 'War 2': Stylist Anita Shroff Adajania

Mumbai, May 22 (UNI) Celebrated fashion stylist Anaita Shroff Adajania said that Kiara Advani underwent significant preparation to embody her striking swimsuit look in the action film ''War 2''.

#Kiara gave us what we were looking for in poolside shoot for 'War 2': Stylist Anita Shroff Adajania

Justice Oka to deliver 10 judgments on last working day despite personal tragedy
New Delhi, May 22 (UNI) In a poignant turn of events, Justice Abhay S. Oka, who is set to retire from the Supreme Court on May 24, faced personal tragedy just ahead of his farewell.
#Justice Oka to deliver 10 judgments on last working day despite personal tragedy

Punjab: Police bust drug smuggling module with Pakistani links, three held with 12.07 kg heroin
Chandigarh, May 22 (UNI) In a major crackdown on the narco-hawala nexus, the Ferozepur Police busted a drug smuggling module, with suspected Pakistani links, following the arrest of three persons and recovered 12.07 kg heroin worth Rs 90 crore and Rs 25.12 lakhs in drug and hawala money, said DGP Punjab Gaurav Yadav here on Thursday.
#Punjab: Police bust drug smuggling module with Pakistani links #three held with 12.07 kg heroin

Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus to be redeveloped: Maha CM
Mumbai, May 22 (UNI) The Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus building, which is the glory of Mumbai city and a UNESCO World Heritage Site, will be redeveloped under the Amrut Bharat Station Scheme and a fund of Rs 2,800 crore will be made available for this, said Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Thursday.
#Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus to be redeveloped: Maha CM

Pallavi Joshi shines in Cannes, receives tremendous love at the screening of Tanvi the Great

Cannes, May 22 (UNI) National Award-winning actress and filmmaker Pallavi Joshi received an exuberant response at the Cannes Film Festival, as her film "Tanvi the Great" made its debut at the prestigious event.

#Pallavi Joshi shines in Cannes # receives tremendous love at the screening of Tanvi the Great

TN TASMAC scam : SC deals hammer blow to BJP’s attempts to malign ruling DMK using ED : DMK
Chennai, May 22 (UNI) Hailing the Supreme Court coming down heavily on the ED and staying its
PMLA probe into the alleged Rs 1,000 crore TASMAC scam, the ruling DMK in Tamil Nadu termed
it as a hammer blow dealt to the BJP government at the Centre and the Central Investigating Agency.
#TN TASMAC scam : SC deals hammer blow to BJP’s attempts to malign ruling DMK using ED : DMK

BJP-led Delhi govt moves SC to withdraw seven cases filed by previous AAP regime challenging LG''s role
New Delhi, May 22 (UNI) The BJP-led Delhi Government has approached the Supreme Court seeking to withdraw seven petitions filed during the tenure of the previous Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) regime challenging the constitutional authority and role of the Lieutenant Governor (LG) in various government bodies and decisions.
#BJP-led Delhi govt moves SC to withdraw seven cases filed by previous AAP regime challenging LG''s role

Bengal leads Green Energy Push at ICC's 4th East & North East India Energy Conclave

Kolkata, May 22 (UNI) The Indian Chamber of Commerce (ICC) on Thursday hosted the 4th East & North East India Energy Conclave here, focusing on accelerating renewable energy adoption and regional collaboration.

#Bengal leads Green Energy Push at ICC's 4th East & North East India Energy Conclave

Bangladesh: Awami League rails against deteriorating human rights under Yunus administration

Dhaka, May 22 (UNI) Bangladesh’s Awami League has slammed the country’s Army-backed interim administration, led by Muhammad Yunus, for the controversial ban imposed on the party and the collapse of human rights.

#Bangladesh: Awami League rails against deteriorating human rights under Yunus administration

Digital Fraud Case: Odisha Cyber Crime Unit arrests accused for duping Rs.73.62 Lakh
Bhubaneswar, May 22 (UNI) The Cyber Crime Unit of the Odisha Crime Branch has arrested a man from Howrah for allegedly defrauding a person of Rs 73.62 lakh by threatening him with a so-called "digital arrest."
According to sources at the Odisha Police headquarters on Thursday, mobile phone, SIM card, Aadhaar card, and other incriminating items of the accused, identified as Rohit Kumar Jaiswal, have been seized, and his bank accounts have also been frozen as part of the investigation.
#Digital Fraud Case: Odisha Cyber Crime Unit arrests accused for duping Rs.73.62 Lakh

Miley Cyrus reveals trailer for visual album 'Something Beautiful' ahead of cinematic release

Los Angeles, May 22 (UNI) Miley Cyrus has revealed the official trailer for her forthcoming visual album ''Something Beautiful'', set to premiere in cinemas for a limited release this summer.

#Miley Cyrus reveals trailer for visual album 'Something Beautiful' ahead of cinematic release

Five JKCA women cricketers make into BCCI''s prestigious Inter CoE Tournament
Jammu, May 22 (UNI) Five budding cricketers of Jammu and Kashmir Cricket Association (JKCA) have been selected to play BCCI''''s prestigious Inter CoE Tournament scheduled to be held from May 30 to June 9 at Ahmedabad.
#Five JKCA women cricketers make into BCCI''s prestigious Inter CoE Tournament

Five JKCA women cricketers make into BCCI''s prestigious Inter CoE Tournament
Jammu, May 22 (UNI) Five budding cricketers of Jammu and Kashmir Cricket Association (JKCA) have been selected to play BCCI''''s prestigious Inter CoE Tournament scheduled to be held from May 30 to June 9 at Ahmedabad.
#Five JKCA women cricketers make into BCCI''s prestigious Inter CoE Tournament

Myanmar hosts 59th ASEAN transport meetings amid push for regional integration

Naypyidaw, May 22 (UNI) Myanmar hosted senior transport officials from across Southeast Asia this week for the 59th ASEAN Senior Transport Officials Meeting and the 4th ASEAN–United States Senior Transport Officials Meeting, in Yangon.

#Myanmar hosts 59th ASEAN transport meetings amid push for regional integration

Bhakra Beas board allocates 10,300 cusecs of water to Haryana as per new quota

Chandigarh, May 22 (UNI) Haryana Irrigation and Water Resources Minister, Shruti Choudhry said that a technical committee meeting of the Bhakra Beas Management Board (BBMB) was held on May 15, in which 10,300 cusecs of water were allocated to Haryana.

#Bhakra Beas board allocates 10 #300 cusecs of water to Haryana as per new quota

Punjab: Vigilance flying squad nabs PUNBUS Superintendent for accepting Rs 20,000 bribe

Chandigarh, May 22 (UNI) The Punjab Vigilance Bureau (VB) on Thursday arrested Jagjivan Singh, Superintendent at the office of the Director, State Transport-Cum MD PUNBUS for demanding and accepting a bribe of Rs 20,000.

#Punjab: Vigilance flying squad nabs PUNBUS Superintendent for accepting Rs 20 #000 bribe

AP: Three notorious burglars arrested, Rs 1 Cr worth booty recovered

Kadapa, May 22 (UNI) The police arrested three notorious burglars at Otukuru village of Rajampet mandal in Annamayya district in Andhra Pradesh and recovered booty including gold jewellery, silver ornaments and vehicles worth over Rs 1 crore.

#AP: Three notorious burglars arrested # Rs 1 Cr worth booty recovered

Rupee depreciates by 39 paise to end at 1-mn-low of 86.07 against USD

Mumbai, May 22 (UNI) Extending losses for the third straight session on Thursday, the rupee dropped by 39 paise to close negative at 86.07 against US Dollar, a one-month-low, on brisk demand for the greenback from foreign bankers and importers, dealers at the Forex Market said.

#Rupee depreciates by 39 paise to end at 1-mn-low of 86.07 against USD

Majhi inaugurates & lays foundation for 24 Industrial Projects worth over Rs 1.15 Lakh Cr
Bhubaneswar, May 22 (UNI) In a significant push to position Odisha as a premier industrial hub in India, Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi on Thursday inaugurated and laid the foundation stone
for 24 industrial projects at Kalinga Nagar.
#Majhi inaugurates & lays foundation for 24 Industrial Projects worth over Rs 1.15 Lakh Cr

Agriculture Department directed to focus on crop-wise Planning
Vijayawada, May 22 (UNI) Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu directed the Agriculture Department to prioritise scientific crop planning aligned with global and domestic market trends to protect farmers from losses.
#Agriculture Department directed to focus on crop-wise Planning

Rupee closes at 86.07, down by 39 paise against USD

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#Rupee closes at 86.07 # down by 39 paise against USD

Two day training prog on Chemicals, Petrochemicals Industrial Safety begins

Chennai, May 22 (UNI) A two-day residential training program on “Chemical and Petrochemicals Industrial Safety” was inaugurated by Dr. Sanjeev Gupta, Former Chief Scientist, Central Leather Research Institute here on Thursday.

#Two day training prog on Chemicals # Petrochemicals Industrial Safety begins

Manikandan Kumar wins Silver medal in the Paraclimbing World Cup in USA

Kolkata, May 22 (UNI) India''s Manikandan Kumar has made the country proud when he clinched a silver medal in the ongoing Para Climbing World Cup in Salt Lake City, USA, the Indian Mountaineering Foundation (IMF) said here on Thursday.

#Manikandan Kumar wins Silver medal in the Paraclimbing World Cup in USA

About 7.85 lakh birds belonging to 798 species counted in Wetland, Terrestrial Bird census in TN

Chennai, May 22 (UNI) About 7.85 lakh birds belonging to 798 species
were counted in Wetland and Terrestrial Bird census in Tamil Nadu, the
Forest Department announced on Thursday.

#About 7.85 lakh birds belonging to 798 species counted in Wetland # Terrestrial Bird census in TN

Dr Parameshwara silent as Rs 40L financial misuse allegation emerges
Bengaluru, May 22 (UNI) An explosive allegation has emerged in the midst of Enforcement Directorate (ED) raids on institutions run by Karnataka Home Minister Dr G Parameshwara’s trust, with a press release claiming that the trust has made a payment of ₹40 lakh towards the credit card bill of Ranya Rao, allegedly on the instructions of an influential individual.
#Dr Parameshwara silent as Rs 40L financial misuse allegation emerges

Oman down USA in Super Over thriller
Lauderhill (Florida), May 22 (UNI) Experienced captain Jatinder Singh was the hero as Oman clinched a thrilling Super Over victory against the USA in ICC Men''s Cricket World Cup League 2 action here.
#Oman down USA in Super Over thriller

Oman down USA in Super Over thriller
Lauderhill (Florida), May 22 (UNI) Experienced captain Jatinder Singh was the hero as Oman clinched a thrilling Super Over victory against the USA in ICC Men''s Cricket World Cup League 2 action here.
#Oman down USA in Super Over thriller

Engineering goods exports to US from India rise 17 percent in April
Kolkata, May 22 (UNI) Indian engineering goods exports started the new fiscal 2025-26 on a positive strong note and clocked 11.28 percent year-on-year growth in April with shipments to key markets such as the US, UAE, UK, Singapore, Brazil and Australia witnessing high double-digit growth, according to EEPC India.
#Engineering goods exports to US from India rise 17 percent in April

Justice Kempaiah Somashekar sworn in as Chief Justice, High Court of Manipur
Imphal, May 22 (UNI) Justice Kempaiah Somashekar was on Thursday sworn in as the Ninth Chief Justice of the High Court of Manipur.
#Justice Kempaiah Somashekar sworn in as Chief Justice #High Court of Manipur

Society must join govt in environmental protection: Yogi
Lucknow, May 22 (UNI) Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Thursday emphasised on collective responsibility and participation for environmental protection and said that it is not only the responsibility of the government, but is the result of collective efforts of every section of the society.
#Society must join govt in environmental protection: Yogi

Murthy urges transformative UK-India innovation push
Bengaluru, May 22 (UNI) Eminent Infosys founder NR Narayana Murthy has urged the United Kingdom and India to move from transactional ties to transformative partnerships in science and innovation, as he welcomed top British academic leaders including Manvinder Banga, Chairman of Imperial College London.
#Murthy urges transformative UK-India innovation push

Meghalaya Minister tells Assam to focus on urban drainage infrastructure to prevent water logging in Guwahati
Shillong, May 22 (UNI) After Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma blamed Meghalaya for water logging in Assam’s main city of Guwahati, Meghalaya Disaster Management Minister, Kyrmen Shylla said that Assam government should focus on strengthening its urban drainage infrastructure to prevent water-logging in Guwahati.
#Meghalaya Minister tells Assam to focus on urban drainage infrastructure to prevent water logging in Guwahati

RCB push for top-two finish in Lucknow
Lucknow, May 22 (UNI) With playoff qualification already secured, Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) will be aiming to tighten their grip on a top-two finish when they take on Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) in Match 65 of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 at Bharat Ratna Atala Bihari Vajpayee Ekna Stadium here on Friday.
#RCB push for top-two finish in Lucknow

RCB push for top-two finish in Lucknow
Lucknow, May 22 (UNI) With playoff qualification already secured, Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) will be aiming to tighten their grip on a top-two finish when they take on Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) in Match 65 of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 at Bharat Ratna Atala Bihari Vajpayee Ekna Stadium here on Friday.
#RCB push for top-two finish in Lucknow

RCB push for top-two finish in Lucknow
Lucknow, May 22 (UNI) With playoff qualification already secured, Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) will be aiming to tighten their grip on a top-two finish when they take on Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) in Match 65 of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 at Bharat Ratna Atala Bihari Vajpayee Ekna Stadium here on Friday.
#RCB push for top-two finish in Lucknow

US Research Institute named after KIIT-KISS founder Dr. Achyuta Samanta
Bhubaneswar, May 22 (UNI) The City University of New York (CUNY) has named a newly established research institute after renowned educationist Dr. Achyuta Samanta to promote research on Odisha’s art and heritage.
#US Research Institute named after KIIT-KISS founder Dr. Achyuta Samanta

UP: 2 killed, 2 injured after being crushed by truck

Pratapgarh (UP), May 22 (UNI) Two persons were killed and two others were injured when a motorcycle parked along the road side was crushed by a truck in Raniganj area of Pratapgarh district here in Uttar Pradesh, police sources said here on Thursday.

#UP: 2 killed # 2 injured after being crushed by truck

Odisha to create Land Bank to provide housing for slum dwellers
Bhubaneswar, May 22 (UNI) The Odisha government is contemplating to create a land bank to facilitate the provision of housing for slum dwellers across the state.
#Odisha to create Land Bank to provide housing for slum dwellers

12 US states criticize Trump administration''s tariff policies in lawsuit
Washington, May 22 (UNI) Twelve U.S. states petitioned a federal court on Wednesday to block President Donald Trump''s "Liberation Day" tariffs, claiming he exceeded his authority by invoking a national emergency to impose sweeping taxes on imports from U.S. trading partners.
#12 US states criticize Trump administration''s tariff policies in lawsuit

Russia-Ukraine peace agreement under works, says Kremlin spokesperson
Moscow, May 22 (UNI) Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov announced Wednesday that work on a memorandum for a potential Russia-Ukraine peace agreement is actively progressing.
#Russia-Ukraine peace agreement under works #says Kremlin spokesperson

US federal judge rules Trump administration violated court regarding deportation of migrants to South Sudan

Washington, May 22 (UNI) A U.S. federal judge has ruled that the administration of President Donald Trump violated an earlier court order by attempting to deport migrants to South Sudan.

#US federal judge rules Trump administration violated court regarding deportation of migrants to South Sudan

Iran agrees to Oman proposal on fifth round of indirect nuclear talks with US

Tehran, May 22 (UNI) Iran has agreed to Oman''s proposal for holding the fifth round of indirect nuclear talks with the United States in Rome on Friday, Foreign Ministry spokesman Esmaeil Baghaei said on Wednesday.

#Iran agrees to Oman proposal on fifth round of indirect nuclear talks with US

12 people injured in bus accident in Rajasthan
Bharatpur (Rajasthan), May 22 (UNI) At least 12 people were injured when a bus collided with a truck in Rajasthan''s Bharatpur district on Thursday morning, police said.
#12 people injured in bus accident in Rajasthan

Canada discusses joining Golden Dome project with US - Prime Minister
Washington, May 22 (UNI) Canada is considering joining the Golden Dome missile defense system, the creation of which was previously announced by US President Donald Trump, Prime Minister Mark Carney said.
#Canada discusses joining Golden Dome project with US - Prime Minister

Rupee improves 2 paise against USD
Mumbai, May 22 (UNI) The Rupee on Thursday rose marginally by 2 paise at 85.66 in early trade on selling of US Dollar by bankers and exporters at the Forex Market informed.
#Rupee improves 2 paise against USD

NKorea''s Kim slams ''serious accident'' at warship launch
Pyongyang, May 22 (UNI) North Korea''s leader Kim Jong Un has condemned a "serious accident" during the launch of a new warship on Thursday, calling it a "criminal act" that could not be tolerated, media reports said.
#NKorea''s Kim slams ''serious accident'' at warship launch

2 Israeli embassy staff killed near Jewish Museum in Washington
Washington, May 22 (UNI) Two Israeli embassy employees were killed late Wednesday near a Jewish Museum in Washington D.C., U.S. Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem said.
#2 Israeli embassy staff killed near Jewish Museum in Washington

2 shot dead outside Jewish Museum in Washington: media reports

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#2 shot dead outside Jewish Museum in Washington: media reports

Serious accident occurred in NKorea during launch of destroyer - Reports
Seoul, May 22 (UNI) A serious accident occurred in North Korea during the launch of a destroyer at the Chongjin Shipyard, the Korean Central News Agency (KCNA) reported.
#Serious accident occurred in NKorea during launch of destroyer - Reports

China, Russia to deepen subnational cooperation

Moscow, May 22 (UNI) China and Russia have pledged closer exchanges and cooperation in various fields at the subnational level through two major mechanisms with fresh impetus.

#China # Russia to deepen subnational cooperation

Russia appoints new commander-in-chief of Russian ground forces
Moscow, May 22 (UNI) Russian Defense Minister Andrei Belousov has appointed Colonel General Andrey Mordvichev as Commander-in-Chief of the Ground Forces, the Russian military newspaper Red Star reported on Thursday.
#Russia appoints new commander-in-chief of Russian ground forces

UST, T-Works sign MoU to accelerate Industry 4.0 solutions for semiconductor, AI sectors
Thiruvananthapuram, May 22 (UNI) UST, a leading digital transformation solutions company, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with T-Works, India’s largest prototyping center, established by the Government of Telangana, to accelerate product innovation in the manufacturing and engineering sectors.
#UST #T-Works sign MoU to accelerate Industry 4.0 solutions for semiconductor #AI sectors

Emirati airline Flydubai to resume flights to Damascus from June 1 - Dubai Gov’t
Damascus, May 22 (UNI) Emirati airline Flydubai will begin flights to Damascus from June 1, the Government of Dubai Media Office said.
#Emirati airline Flydubai to resume flights to Damascus from June 1 - Dubai Gov’t

AP: TTD to set up new trust for children's healthcare

Tirupati, May 21 (UNI) Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanam(TTD) Executive Officer J. Syamala Rao on Wednesday directed officials to explore the possibility of setting up a new trust for children''s healthcare and medical services at the Sri Padmavathi Children''s Heart Centre (SPCHC) in Tirupati.

#AP: TTD to set up new trust for children's healthcare

Maha: Minister orders inquiry into lapse in etiquette during Chief Justice's visit to Mumbai

Mumbai, May 21 (UNI) Expressing regret over the lapse in etiquette matters during the visit of Chief Justice of the Supreme Court Bhushan Gavai to Mumbai, Maharashtra Minister for Protocol Jayakumar Rawal on Wednesday ordered a departmental inquiry to investigate the lapse in etiquette during the Chief Justice''s visit and submit an objective report.

#Maha: Minister orders inquiry into lapse in etiquette during Chief Justice's visit to Mumbai

Maha: Higher & Technical Education Dept signs MoU with Chaitanya Trust-run Govardhan eco-village

Mumbai, May 21 (UNI) A memorandum of understanding was signed between Maharashtra State Teacher Development Institute, Pune and Shri Chaitanya Health and Care Trust-run Govardhan Eco Village (GEV), Palghar, in the presence of Higher and Technical Education Minister Chandrakant Patil on Wednesday.

#Maha: Higher & Technical Education Dept signs MoU with Chaitanya Trust-run Govardhan eco-village

Himachal: CPI-M slams bus fare hike, threatens statewide agitation

Shimla, May 21 (UNI) The Communist Party of India (Marxist) on Wednesday opposed the state government’s decision to increase bus fares, terming it "anti-people" and a "burden" on the common man.

#Himachal: CPI-M slams bus fare hike # threatens statewide agitation

Hyd: Rainbow Children’s Hospital completes eighth gene therapy for Spinal Muscular Atrophy

Hyderabad, May 21 (UNI) Rainbow Children’s Hospital (RCH( on Wednesday said it has successfully administered ‘gene therapy’ to a child diagnosed with Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA), marking the eighth such treatment carried out at the hospital, a significant milestone in paediatric healthcare.

#Hyd: Rainbow Children’s Hospital completes eighth gene therapy for Spinal Muscular Atrophy

Mumbai Indians crush DC to seal playoff spot
Mumbai, May 21 (UNI) Riding on a Suryakumar Yadav masterclass and a clinical bowling performance led by Mitchell Santner and Jasprit Bumrah, Mumbai Indians stormed into the IPL 2025 playoffs with a comprehensive 59-run victory over Delhi Capitals at the Wankhede Stadium on Wednesday, .
#Mumbai Indians crush DC to seal playoff spot

Waqf cannot be claimed merely by usage: SG Mehta defends amendments
New Delhi, May 21 (UNI) Alleging that a "false narrative" was being spread that waqf properties were being "snatched.", .Solicitor General Tushar Mehta on Wednesday told the Supreme Court that it was merely an attempt to "mislead" the country
#Waqf cannot be claimed merely by usage: SG Mehta defends amendments

Post Pahalgam, NC reaffirms unwavering commitment to J&K's Special Status, demand restoration of Statehood

Srinagar, May 21 (UNI) The ruling National Conference''s Working Committee on Wednesday unanimously passed a resolution reaffirming its steadfast commitment to the restoration of Jammu and Kashmir’s special status - that was scrapped by the Narendra Modi government in August 2019.

#Post Pahalgam # NC reaffirms unwavering commitment to J&K's Special Status # demand restoration of Statehood

Pfizer-GITAM to provide rural women jobs through Pfizer Autonomous Teams Programme

Visakhapatnam, May 21 (UNI) To increase women representation in the pharmaceutical industry, Pfizer Global Supply’s manufacturing unit here has partnered with Gandhi Institute of Technology and Management (GITAM) University.

#Pfizer-GITAM to provide rural women jobs through Pfizer Autonomous Teams Programme

Five killed, six hurt in bus-tempo van smash
Chennai, May 21 (UNI) Five people were killed and six others were
injured when the tempo van in which they were travelling collided with
a Tamil Nadu State Express Transport Corporation (TNSETC) bus at
Chengipatti village in Thanjavur district of Tamil Nadu on Wednesday
night.
#Five killed #six hurt in bus-tempo van smash

No cause for concern over Covid in UP: Yogi

Lucknow, May 21 (UNI) Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Wednesday reassured the public that there is no immediate cause for concern in the state, however, he emphasised that, given the global context, vigilance and precaution remain essential.

#No cause for concern over Covid in UP: Yogi

Post Pahalgam, NC reaffirms unwavering commitment to J&K's Special Status, demand restoration of Statehood

Srinagar, May 21 (UNI) The ruling National Conference''s Working Committee on Wednesday unanimously passed a resolution reaffirming its steadfast commitment to the restoration of Jammu and Kashmir’s special status- which was scrapped by the Modi government in August 2019.

#Post Pahalgam # NC reaffirms unwavering commitment to J&K's Special Status # demand restoration of Statehood

Karna: Kharge opposes Bedar Jangamas' inclusion in Scheduled Caste survey

Bengaluru, May 21 (UNI) Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge on Wednesday publicly criticised Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah’s decision to include the Bedar Jangamas community, traditionally classified as OBCs, within the ambit of an ongoing survey of Scheduled Castes (SCs).

#Karna: Kharge opposes Bedar Jangamas' inclusion in Scheduled Caste survey

Sex racket in Mumbai Busted, one struggling female model rescued
Mumbai, May 21 (UNI) The Mumbai police on Wednesday busted a prostitution racket and rescued a struggling female model from a hotel in Andheri area of the city, officials said.
#Sex racket in Mumbai Busted #one struggling female model rescued

Maha: Sex racket busted in Mumbai, 1 struggling model rescued

Mumbai, May 21 (UNI) The city police on Wednesday busted a prostitution racket and rescued a struggling female model from a hotel in Andheri area of the city, officials said.

#Maha: Sex racket busted in Mumbai # 1 struggling model rescued

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#The official has been declared persona non grata for indulging in activities not in keeping with his official status in India.

India rejects Pakistan''s allegations over Balochistan bus attack
New Delhi, May 21 (UNI) New Delhi on Wednesday rejected Pakistan''s allegations regarding Indian involvement in the terror attack on a school bus in the restive Balochistan province and said it was intended to divert attention from Islamabad''s reputation as the "global epicentre of terrorism".
#India rejects Pakistan''''s allegations over Balochistan bus attack

RSP signs MoU with ABB India Ltd for sustainable steel production

Bhubaneswar, May 21 (UNI) Rourkela Steel Plant (RSP) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with M/s ABB India Ltd. to embrace digital transformation and advance sustainable steel production.

#RSP signs MoU with ABB India Ltd for sustainable steel production

Rajiv Gandhi promoted justice, equality: Yadav
New Delhi, May 21 (UNI) Delhi Congress chief Devendra Yadav on Wednesday said that former Prime Minister Rajiv Gandhi''s visionary leadership had laid the foundation of a nation based on justice, liberty, equality and fraternity, as a result of which the country is setting new records of development.
#Rajiv Gandhi promoted justice #equality: Yadav

AP: CPI statewide stir on June 2 for housing for poor

Kakinada, May 21(UNI) CPI state executive member Thatipaka Madhu said their party would launch a state-wide agitation on June 2, demanding homestead land for the poorer sections and sanctioning of Rs.5 lakh for the construction of houses.

#AP: CPI statewide stir on June 2 for housing for poor

Maha: FIR against transgender for extorting money from businessman

Mumbai, May 21 (UNI) The city police have registered an FIR against a transgender for allegedly extorting Rs 51,000 under the garb of ‘shagun’ (Good Luck) from a businessman who has opened a new mobile showroom in Andheri area of city, police said on Wednesday.

#Maha: FIR against transgender for extorting money from businessman

Justice Oka gets emotional farewell from SC lawyers
New Delhi, May 21 (UNI) The Supreme Court Advocates-on-Record Association (SCAORA) held a farewell ceremony for Justice Abhay S. Oka, who is set to retire on May 24, 2025, after a tenure marked by integrity, legal brilliance, and deep commitment to constitutional values.
#Justice Oka gets emotional farewell from SC lawyers

Body of woman recovered under mysterious circumstances
Fatehpur (UP), May 21 (UNI) In a suspected case of rape and murder the body of a 40-year-old woman was found under mysterious circumstances in Khaga area of Fatehpur district in Uttar Pradesh on Wednesday, a senior police officer said here.
#Body of woman recovered under mysterious circumstances

Waqf law hearing Day 2: SG justifies inclusion of non-Muslims in Waqf boards
New Delhi, May 21 (UNI) The Supreme Court on Wednesday continued hearing a batch of petitions challenging the constitutional validity of the Waqf (Amendment) Act, 2025, with Solicitor General (SG) Tushar Mehta defending the Central government’s stance before a bench of Chief Justice of India (CJI) B R Gavai and Justice Augustine George Masih.
#Waqf law hearing Day 2: SG justifies inclusion of non-Muslims in Waqf boards

Rupee drops 8 paise against USD

Mumbai, May 21 (UNI)The Rupee on Wednesday lost another 8 paise to close at 85.68 against USD on brisk demand for US Dollar from foreign banks and importers, dealers at the Forex Market said.

#Rupee drops 8 paise against USD

Bengal's pvt bus operators suspend proposed stir

Kolkata, May 21 (UNI) Private bus operators across West Bengal have suspended their proposed 3-day strike from Thursday on various demands after a meeting with the transport secretary and Kolkata Police Commissioner Manoj Verma.

#Bengal's pvt bus operators suspend proposed stir

SC dismisses plea seeking FIR against Justice Varma in cash recovery case
New Delhi, May 21 (UNI) The Supreme Court on Wednesday dismissed a writ petition filed by advocate Mathews Nedumpara and others seeking registration of an FIR against Justice Yashwant Varma in connection with the alleged recovery of illicit cash from his official residence.
#SC dismisses plea seeking FIR against Justice Varma in cash recovery case

Indian Glove Manufacturers Industry urges implementation of QCO to protect public health

Hyderabad, May 21 (UNBI) Indian glove manufacturers'' Industry (IGMI) on Wednesday urged for a timely implementation of the Quality Control Order (QCO) to protect public health from the risks posed by poor-quality medical gloves.

#Indian Glove Manufacturers Industry urges implementation of QCO to protect public health

KTR accuses Congress Govt of corruption & governance failures
Hyderabad, May 21 (UNI) BRS Working President K T Rama Rao launched a scathing attack on the Congress government, accusing it of turning governance into a "commission-driven circus" and using notices to former Chief Minister K Chandrashekhar Rao as a diversionary tactic.
#KTR accuses Congress Govt of corruption & governance failures

Finland must compensate Rosatom in Court for ending contract at Hanhikivi-1 NPP - CEO
Moscow, May 21 (UNI) Finland must compensate Russian state nuclear corporation Rosatom in court for the termination of its contract at the Hanhikivi-1 nuclear power plant (NPP), CEO Alexey Likhachev said on Wednesday.
#Finland must compensate Rosatom in Court for ending contract at Hanhikivi-1 NPP - CEO

TN approaches SC, accuses Centre of withholding funds
New Delhi, May 21 (UNI) The Tamil Nadu government on Wednesday filed a petition in the Supreme Court seeking a direction to the Centre to pay Rs 2,291.30 crore, accusing it of withholding funds for various education schemes.
#TN approaches SC #accuses Centre of withholding funds

Saraswati Pushkaram enters 7th day amid devotion & spiritual fervour in Kaleshwaram
Hyderabad, May 21 (UNI) The sacred Saraswati Pushkaram has entered its seventh day in Kaleshwaram, a revered Trilinga Kshetra known for its spiritual, historical, and natural
significance.
#Saraswati Pushkaram enters 7th day amid devotion & spiritual fervour in Kaleshwaram

5 killed, several injured in school bus attack in Pak
Islamabad, May 21 (UNI) Five people, including three students, were killed and several others injured when terrorists attacked a school bus in Pakistan''s Khuzdar district of southwestern Balochistan province on Wednesday, an official said.
#5 killed #several injured in school bus attack in Pak

Musk commits to Tesla CEO role, plans political pullback: report
New York, May 21 (UNI) Multi billionaire and U.S. political figure Elon Musk said he''s committed to still leading Tesla Inc. in five years and expects to pare back his political spending, assuaging some investors'' concerns about the future of his most valuable company, reported Bloomberg News on Tuesday.
#Musk commits to Tesla CEO role #plans political pullback: report

US to skip G20 summit in South Africa

Washington, May 21 (UNI) U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio said Tuesday that President Donald Trump will not participate in the upcoming meeting of the Group of 20 (G20) leaders in South Africa later this year.

#US to skip G20 summit in South Africa

India''s Banu Mustaq becomes first Kannada writer to win International Booker
London, May 21 (UNI) In a momentous literary breakthrough, Indian writer, lawyer and activist Banu Mustaq has become the first author writing in Kannada to win the prestigious International Booker Prize for her powerful short story anthology ''Heart Lamp''.
#India''s Banu Mustaq becomes first Kannada writer to win International Booker

4 killed, 40 injured as blast hits school bus in Pak''s Balochistan
Islamabad, May 21 (UNI) At least four students were killed and over 40 others injured when a bomb went off near a school bus in Pakistan''s southwest Balochistan province on Wednesday, an official said.
#4 killed #40 injured as blast hits school bus in Pak''''s Balochistan

Elon Musk plans to cut political spending
Doha, May 21 (UNI) Elon Musk, a key sponsor of U.S. President Donald Trump, said on Tuesday that he plans to cut his political spending substantially.
#Elon Musk plans to cut political spending

Russia open to contacts with US to discuss various issues via SC - Official
Moscow, May 21 (UNI) Russia is open to contacts with the United States to discuss a wide range of issues of mutual interest through the Russian Security Council, Deputy Secretary of Russia''s Security Council Alexander Venediktov said in an interview with Sputnik.
#Russia open to contacts with US to discuss various issues via SC - Official

Putin says Ukraine still trying to move towards Russian border
Moscow, May 21 (UNI) Russian President Vladimir Putin said that Ukraine does not give up attempts to move towards the Russian border.
#Putin says Ukraine still trying to move towards Russian border

IMF urges US to cut deficit, tackle rising debt - Senior Official
Washington, May 21 (UNI) IMF First Deputy Managing Director Gita Gopinath has called on the United States to shrink its fiscal deficit and address its ballooning debt burden in a Wednesday interview with the Financial Times.
#IMF urges US to cut deficit #tackle rising debt - Senior Official

Iran's parliament approves bill on strategic partnership agreement with Russia - Reports

Tehran, May 21 (UNI) The Iranian parliament has approved the bill on the agreement on strategic partnership between Iran and Russia, the Fars news agency reported on Wednesday.

#Iran's parliament approves bill on strategic partnership agreement with Russia - Reports

4 killed, 40 injured as blast hits school bus in Pakistan''s Balochistan
Islamabad, May 21 (UNI) At least four students were killed and over 40 others injured when a bomb went off near a school bus in Pakistan''s southwest Balochistan province on Wednesday, the police
and government officials said.
#4 killed #40 injured as blast hits school bus in Pakistan''''s Balochistan

Tripura govt hands over lease agreement of Pushpabanta Palace to TATA
Agartala, May 21 (UNI) To facilitate the conversion of the historical Pushpabanta Palace in the city into a star category hotel, the Tripura government on Tuesday handed over the land lease agreement to Indian Hotel Company Limited (IHCL), an affiliate of TATA group.
#Tripura govt hands over lease agreement of Pushpabanta Palace to TATA

4 killed, 30 injured as blast hits school bus in SW Pakistan
Islamabad, May 21 (UNI) At least four students were killed and over 30 others injured when a bomb went off near a school bus in Pakistan''s southwest Balochistan province on Wednesday, police and government officials said.
#4 killed #30 injured as blast hits school bus in SW Pakistan

Elon Musk plans to cut political spending
Doha, May 21 (UNI) Elon Musk, a key sponsor of U.S. President Donald Trump, has said that he plans to cut his political spending substantially.
#Elon Musk plans to cut political spending

Trump pressures House Republicans to support tax, spending bill
Washington, May 21 (UNI) U.S. President Donald Trump has urged House Republicans to support his "big, beautiful" tax and spending bill, as some party members remain hesitant to back it.
#Trump pressures House Republicans to support tax #spending bill

Rupee opens steady at 85.60 against USD
Mumbai, May 21 (UNI) The Rupee on Wednesday was seen flat to open at 85.60 on selling of US Dollar by bankers and exporters at the Forex Market informed.
#Rupee opens steady at 85.60 against USD

Naushad Moosa appointed India U23 men’s national team head coach
New Delhi, May 21 (UNI) The All India Football Federation (AIFF) has appointed Naushad Moosa
as the head coach of the India U-23 men’s national team.
#Naushad Moosa appointed India U23 men’s national team head coach

Naushad Moosa appointed India U23 men’s national team head coach
New Delhi, May 21 (UNI) The All India Football Federation (AIFF) has appointed Naushad Moosa
as the head coach of the India U-23 men’s national team.
#Naushad Moosa appointed India U23 men’s national team head coach

Value of counterfeit & pirated goods crosses USD 2.81 trillion in year 2022: FICCI
Thiruvananthapuram, May 21 (UNI) The value of counterfeit and pirated goods has crossed USD 2.81 trillion in year 2022 impacting commerce and industry, governments, economies and the
society at large, according to Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FICCI).
#Value of counterfeit & pirated goods crosses USD 2.81 trillion in year 2022: FICCI

AP: TTD Trust Board decides to enhance green cover in Tirumala hills

Tirumala, May 20 (UNI) The Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanam (TTD) Trust Board, the highest decision- making body of the world-famous Tirumala temple, in its meeting, on Tuesday resolved to increase the green cover in the Tirumala hills from the existing 68.14 percent to 80 percent.

#AP: TTD Trust Board decides to enhance green cover in Tirumala hills

AP: TTD Trust Board decides to transfer or VRS non-Hindu people working in TTD

Tirumala, May 20 (UNI) The Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanam (TTD) Trust Board, which manages world famous richest Tirumala Venkateswara temple, in its meeting, on Tuesday decided to transfer of non-Hindu people working at TTD.

#AP: TTD Trust Board decides to transfer or VRS non-Hindu people working in TTD

Arunachal: Massive cheating racket busted during NVS recruitment exams in Itanagar; 53 arrested

Itanagar, May 20 (UNI) In a major crackdown on a sophisticated interstate examination cheating racket, the Capital Police in Itanagar arrested 53 candidates involved in malpractice during the CBSE-conducted recruitment exam held on May 18 for the posts of Lab Assistant and Junior Secretariat Assistant, under the Navodaya Vidyalaya Samiti (NVS), Itanagar SP Rohit Rajbir Singh said on Tuesday.

#Arunachal: Massive cheating racket busted during NVS recruitment exams in Itanagar; 53 arrested

Heavy rainfall, thundersqualls, gusty winds likely over parts of western India

Pune, May 20 (UNI) Heavy to very heavy rainfall is very likely at isolated places over Konkan and Goa. Heavy rainfall is very likely at isolated places over the Ghat areas of Madhya Maharashtra.

#Heavy rainfall # thundersqualls # gusty winds likely over parts of western India

Shah chairs meeting on sustainability and circularity in cooperative dairy sector
New Delhi, May 20 (UNI) Union Minister of Cooperation Amit Shah on Tuesday chaired a meeting on sustainability and circularity in the cooperative dairy sector and said that under the ''White Revolution 2.0'' sustainable development and circular economy should be ensured in the cooperative dairy sector
#Shah chairs meeting on sustainability and circularity in cooperative dairy sector

Kiara Advani enters YRF spy universe in a strikingly audacious avatar with 'War 2'

Mumbai, May 20 (UNI) Bollywood actress Kiara Advani has made a thunderous entry into the celebrated YRF (Yash Raj Films) Spy Universe with ''War 2'', embracing a dynamic new persona that marks a significant shift in her cinematic trajectory.

#Kiara Advani enters YRF spy universe in a strikingly audacious avatar with 'War 2'

Unsafe sex remains primary cause of HIV infections in Mizoram

Aizawl, May 20 (UNI) A majority of HIV/AIDS cases in Mizoram continue to be driven by unsafe sexual practices, with 68 percent of infections traced to unprotected sex and 30 percent linked to the sharing of contaminated syringes and needles among intravenous drug users (IDUs), according to Dr Jane R. Ralte, Project Director of the Mizoram State AIDS Control Society (MSACS).

#Unsafe sex remains primary cause of HIV infections in Mizoram

TTD trust board to either transfer or offer VRS to non-Hindus working in TTD

Tirumala, May 20 (UNI) The Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanam (TTD) Trust Board, which manages the richest Tirumala Venkateswara temple, in its meeting on Tuesday decided to transfer non-Hindu staff of the TTD.

#TTD trust board to either transfer or offer VRS to non-Hindus working in TTD

3.75 crore Ayushman cards have been made in Bihar: Mangal

Patna, May 20 (UNI) Bihar Health Minister Mangal Pandey said that so far 3.75 crore Ayushman cards have been made in the state and Rs 1 thousand crore were spent during the financial year 2024-25 on the treatment of the poor in the state.

#3.75 crore Ayushman cards have been made in Bihar: Mangal

Maha to have new housing policy, cabinet takes 8 major decisions
Mumbai, May 20 (UNI) The Maharashtra cabinet on Tuesday announced a new housing policy with the motto ''My home, my rights'', besides seven other major decisions centred on the state''s development across various sectors.
In a cabinet meeting chaired by Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, the government decided to set aside Rs 70,000 crore for the state''s new housing policy with a comprehensive programme from slum rehabilitation. Specific needs of low-income earners, senior citizens, women, industrial workers and students will be given priority.
#Maha to have new housing policy #cabinet takes 8 major decisions

French police discover long-lost grave bust of The Doors frontman Jim Morrison

Los Angeles/Paris, May 20 (UNI) Nearly four decades after it vanished from the grave of ''The Doors'' frontman Jim Morrison, a long-missing marble bust of the late singer has been recovered by French police.

#French police discover long-lost grave bust of The Doors frontman Jim Morrison

Kirloskar Industries appoints George Verghese as Managing Director

Pune, May 20 (UNI) Kirloskar Industries Limited (KIL) today announced that its Board of Directors on Tuesday approved the appointment of George Verghese as Managing Director for a period of five years, from May 21, 2025 to May 20, 2030 (both days inclusive), subject to shareholders approval.

#Kirloskar Industries appoints George Verghese as Managing Director

Europa League final between Man Utd & Hotspur in Bilbao more than just football

Bilbao, May 20 (UNI) The Premier League will be transported to the Basque region of northern Spain on Wednesday when Manchester United face Tottenham Hotspur in the Europa League final in Athletic Club Bilbao''s impressive San Mames Stadium.

#Europa League final between Man Utd & Hotspur in Bilbao more than just football

One killed, 30 injured as bus overturns in Bahraich
Bahraich (UP), May 20 (UNI) A bus driver was killed and 30 passengers were injured when their double-decker bus overturned in Kotwali Ujhani area of Badaun district here in Uttar Pradesh, a senior police officer said here on Tuesday.
#One killed #30 injured as bus overturns in Bahraich

Rupee down 20 paise against USD
Mumbai, May 20 (UNI) Erasing gains in last couple of sessions, the Rupee on Tuesday dropped 20 paise to close at 85.60 against USD on rising demand for US Dollar from foreign banks and importers, dealers at the Forex Market said.
#Rupee down 20 paise against USD

Uttarakhand: Man accused of rape and threatening minor girl arrested in Chamoli

Chamoli/Dehradun, May 20 (UNI) The Chamoli police in Uttarakhand on Tuesday arrested a man accused of raping a minor girl and threatening to kill her if she disclosed the incident to anyone.

#Uttarakhand: Man accused of rape and threatening minor girl arrested in Chamoli

Rupee closes at 85.60, down 20 paise against USD

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#Rupee closes at 85.60 # down 20 paise against USD

In letter to Amit Shah, Tejaswi demands 'Battle Casualty' status for martyred paramilitary forces

Patna, May 20 (UNI) Leader of Opposition in the Bihar Assembly Tejaswi Prasad Yadav demanded that Union Home Minister Amit Shah declare martyr status to the paramilitary forces who die in battle, in order to maintain parity with the army, with regard to government jobs, pension and other facilities to their families.

#In letter to Amit Shah # Tejaswi demands 'Battle Casualty' status for martyred paramilitary forces

One killed, 30 injured as bus overturns in Bahraich

Bahraich (UP), May 20 (UP) A driver was killed and 30 others were injured when a double-decker bus overturned in Kotwali Ujhani area of Badaun district in Uttar Pradesh, a senior police officer said here on Tuesday.

#One killed # 30 injured as bus overturns in Bahraich

Elected reps must uphold people''s rights: Mirwaiz
Srinagar, May 20 (UNI) Kashmir’s chief cleric and Hurriyat chairman Mirwaiz Umar Farooq on Tuesday urged elected representatives led by Chief Minister Omar Abdullah not to remain bystanders but to actively fulfil their responsibilities in safeguarding the basic rights of the people.
#Elected reps must uphold people''s rights: Mirwaiz

Religious routes to be revamped in UP with Rs 4,560 cr

Lucknow, May 20 (UP) The Uttar Pradesh government will revamp and strengthen roads connecting sites of historical, mythological and spiritual significance with an investment of Rs 4,560 crore, official sources said here on Tuesday.

#Religious routes to be revamped in UP with Rs 4 #560 cr

MP to have 10 lakh houses under Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana-Urban 2.0

Bhopal, May 20 (UNI) The Madhya Pradesh government has launched the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana-Urban 2.0, a mission aimed at providing affordable housing to all eligible urban poor and homeless families. The mission will be implemented over a period of five years, until 2029.

#MP to have 10 lakh houses under Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana-Urban 2.0

Bengal CM launches scheme to help poor build their houses
Kolkata, May 20 (UNI) West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Tuesday announced launching the state government-sponsored ‘Banglar Bari (Gramin)’ scheme to help the poor build their houses.
#Bengal CM launches scheme to help poor build their houses

Russia-Indonesia Economic ties reach unprecedented level in decade - Official

Jakarta, May 20 (UNI) Economic ties between Russia and Indonesia have reached their highest level in a decade, Chairman of the Indonesia-Russia Committee of the Indonesian Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KADIN) Didit Ratam told Sputnik on Tuesday.

#Russia-Indonesia Economic ties reach unprecedented level in decade - Official

Rubio''s surprising statement on Ukraine: US wants peace, Europe desires war
Washington, May 20 (UNI) US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has given out a rather surprising statement, marking a stark contrast in the White House’ transatlantic views regarding the Russia-Ukraine conflict. He claimed that Europe had a desire to continue war, while the US was focused on peace.
#Rubio''s surprising statement on Ukraine: US wants peace #Europe desires war

US apex court approves Trump administration’s bid to end TPS status of 350,000 Venezuelan migrants

Washington, May 20 (UNI) The US Supreme Court has allowed the Trump administration to proceed with ending Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for over 350,000 Venezuelan migrants, while legal proceedings over the decision continue.

#US apex court approves Trump administration’s bid to end TPS status of 350 #000 Venezuelan migrants

Rubio''s surprising statement: Russia wants peace, Europe desires war
Washington, May 20 (UNI) US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has given out a rather surprising statement, marking a stark contrast in the White House’ transatlantic views regarding the Russia-Ukraine conflict. He claimed that Europe had a desire to continue war, while the US was focused on peace.
#Rubio''s surprising statement: Russia wants peace #Europe desires war

Russian scientists develop new method for predicting properties of graphene films

Moscow, May 20 (UNI) In a major scientific breakthrough, Russian scientists, in a joint effort with peers from China and Saudi Arabia have developed a method for predicting the properties of graphene films — an ultra-strong material widely used in electronics, medicine, and advanced manufacturing, at the Chelyabinsk State University.

#Russian scientists develop new method for predicting properties of graphene films

Russian spokesperson says Trump-Putin call went ''very well''
Moscow/Washington, May 20 (UNI) Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov, shedding light on the phone call between Russian President Vladimir Putin and his US counterpart Donald Trump, said the call went very well, and the United States is not withdrawing from mediation on the Ukrainian settlement.
#Russian spokesperson says Trump-Putin call went ''very well''

Airtel and Google partner to offer Google One subscription to its Postpaid and Wi-Fi customers

Hyderabad/New Delhi, May 20 (UNI) Bharti Airtel, a global communications solutions provider, and Google, on Tuesday, announced a partnership that brings a compelling Google One cloud storage subscription service for Airtel customers, helping address the mounting challenge of limited device storage.

#Airtel and Google partner to offer Google One subscription to its Postpaid and Wi-Fi customers

Russia, North Korea to deepen ties, exchange multiple high level delegations
Moscow/Pyongyang, May 20 (UNI) Russia and North Korea are set to significantly deepen their burgeoning ties with a commitment to exchange multiple high-level delegations before the end of 2025, according to Russian Ambassador to Pyongyang Alexander Matsegora
Speaking to the Izvestia newspaper, Matsegora flagged two key symbolic occasions for these visits: the 80th anniversary of the Liberation of Korea on August 15, marking the end of Japanese colonial rule in 1945, and the 80th anniversary of the founding of the Workers'' Party of Korea on October 10, the ruling party in North Korea since its inception in 1945. These anniversaries carry immense historical and political weight for Pyongyang.
#Russia #North Korea to deepen ties #exchange multiple high level delegations

LSG's Digvesh Rathi suspended for code breach

Lucknow, May 20 (UNI) Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) spinner Digvesh Rathi has been handed a one-match suspension and fined 50 per cent of his match fee after breaching the Indian Premier League (IPL) Code of Conduct for the third time this season, the league announced on Tuesday.

#LSG's Digvesh Rathi suspended for code breach

With Indus treaty in abeyance, Tulbul project set to be revived for Kashmir benefit
Srinagar, May 20 (UNI) After deciding to keep the Indus Water Treaty (IWT) with Pakistan in "abeyance", the Indian government is moving to revive the long-stalled Tulbul Navigation Project in Kashmir, a step that will benefit the Valley in terms of better availability of water and power.
#With Indus treaty in abeyance #Tulbul project set to be revived for Kashmir benefit

Abhishek Banerjee to replace Yusuf Pathan as TMC’s representative in India’s global outreach against terrorism
Kolkata, May 20 (UNI) West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee today nominated Trinamool Congress general secretary Abhishek Banerjee on the Centre''s all-party diplomatic mission against terrorism, as replacement for party MP Yusuf Pathan.
#Abhishek Banerjee to replace Yusuf Pathan as TMC’s representative in India’s global outreach against terrorism

Abhishek to replace Pathan as TMC rep in diplomatic push post-Pahalgam
Kolkata, May 20 (UNI) West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has nominated Trinamool Congress general secretary Abhishek Banerjee for India’s global outreach against terrorism. As many as 51 political leaders, parliamentarians and former ministers across party lines will be part of seven delegations traveling to world capitals to present India’s stance against terrorism in the wake of Operation Sindoor.
#Abhishek to replace Pathan as TMC rep in diplomatic push post-Pahalgam

England must shoot for the stars: McCullum
London, May 20 (UNI) England men''s Test team are ready to "shoot for the stars" in a defining year, said head coach Brendon McCullum.
#England must shoot for the stars: McCullum

England must shoot for the stars: McCullum
London, May 20 (UNI) England men''s Test team are ready to "shoot for the stars" in a defining year, said head coach Brendon McCullum.
#England must shoot for the stars: McCullum

Australia's conservative coalition splits after defeat at federal elections

Canberra, May 20 (UNI) Australia''s conservative Coalition has split after the National Party announced it would not re-enter a partnership with the Liberal Party following a historic defeat at the federal election.

#Australia's conservative coalition splits after defeat at federal elections

Devotees flock to Triveni Sangam on 6th day of Saraswati Pushkaralu, chant prayers and perform rituals
Kaleshwaram, May 20 (UNI) Chanting the sacred hymn "Kaleeshwara Nivasova, Kaleshwara Nirikshanam, Kaleshwarasya Samaranam Sarvapaapa Vinasanam," lakhs of devotees thronged the banks of Triveni Sangam on the sixth day of Saraswati Pushkaralu to take the holy dip.
#Devotees flock to Triveni Sangam on 6th day of Saraswati Pushkaralu #chant prayers and perform rituals

Rupee declines 2 paise against USD
Mumbai, May 20 (UNI) The Rupee on Tuesday fell two paise to 85.42 in early trade on rising demand for US Dollar by bankers and importers at the Forex Market.
#Rupee declines 2 paise against USD

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#Rupee opens at 85.42 # falls 2 paise against USD.

Trade deal with EU would set example against protectionism: Australian Minister
Canberra, May 20 (UNI) A free trade deal between Australia and the European Union (EU) would "set an example" for other countries to reject protectionism, says a senior Australian Minister.
#Trade deal with EU would set example against protectionism: Australian Minister

Ex-Brazil midfielder Renato Augusto leaves Fluminense
Rio De Janeiro, May 20 (UNI) Former Brazil international midfielder Renato Augusto has parted ways with Fluminense by mutual consent, the Rio de Janeiro club said on Monday.
#Ex-Brazil midfielder Renato Augusto leaves Fluminense

Ex-Brazil midfielder Renato Augusto leaves Fluminense
Rio De Janeiro, May 20 (UNI) Former Brazil international midfielder Renato Augusto has parted ways with Fluminense by mutual consent, the Rio de Janeiro club said on Monday.
#Ex-Brazil midfielder Renato Augusto leaves Fluminense

US Supreme Court allows Trump administration to revoke Venezuelan migrants'' protected status
Washington, May 20 (UNI) US Supreme Court has allowed the administration of President Donald Trump to revoke protected status for thousands of Venezuelan migrants, which could lead to the deportation of many.
#US Supreme Court allows Trump administration to revoke Venezuelan migrants'' protected status

Telangana: Four killed, several injured as private bus rams into stationary lorry
Vikarabad (Telangana), May 20 (UNI) Four people were killed and several others injured when a private bus collided with a stationary lorry in Telangana;s Vikarabad district in the early hours of Tuesday, police said.
#Telangana: Four killed #several injured as private bus rams into stationary lorry

Bandi Sanjay, High Court judge Narsingha Rao participate in Saraswati Pushkaralu

Hyderabad, May 19 (UNI) Union Minister of State for Home Affairs Bandi Sanjay and High Court Judge Nandikonda Narsingha Rao took a holy dip during the ongoing Saraswati Pushkaralu at the Triveni Sangam in Kaleshwaram in Jayashankar Bhupalpally district on Monday.

#Bandi Sanjay # High Court judge Narsingha Rao participate in Saraswati Pushkaralu

AP: Manamitra must be integrated into public service delivery: CS

Vijayawada, May 19 (UNI) Andhra Pradesh Chief Secretary K Vijayanand has directed officials to strengthen the reach of the Manamitra WhatsApp Governance platform and ensure that all government services are delivered through it.

#AP: Manamitra must be integrated into public service delivery: CS

Trump announces ceasefire talks between Russia-Ukraine after two-hour call with Putin
Washington/Moscow, May 19 (UNI) US President Donald Trump said on Monday that Russia and Ukraine will immediately start negotiations toward a ceasefire, and an end to their war.
#Trump announces ceasefire talks between Russia-Ukraine after two-hour call with Putin

ISME marks international day with Belarus ambassador

Bengaluru, May 19 (UNI) The International School of Management Excellence (ISME), Bengaluru, celebrated its annual International Day on May 16, showcasing a rich tapestry of global cultures.

#ISME marks international day with Belarus ambassador

SC to hear plea seeking FIR against Justice Yashwant Varma on May 21
New Delhi, May 19, (UNI) The Supreme Court on Monday agreed to urgently hear a Public Interest Litigation (PIL) seeking the registration of an FIR against Justice Yashwant Varma, following serious allegations arising from the recovery of a large amount of unaccounted cash from his official residence.
#SC to hear plea seeking FIR against Justice Yashwant Varma on May 21

SC upholds Kerala HC''s order quashing govt move on Medical Education Corpus Fund
New Delhi, May 19 (UNI) The Supreme Court on Monday upheld a Kerala High Court''s judgment that quashed a government order validating the decision to remit to the State the corpus fund created to subsidise medical education for Below Poverty Line (BPL) students in self-financing medical colleges in Kerala.
#SC upholds Kerala HC''''s order quashing govt move on Medical Education Corpus Fund

Manipur government working for sustainable development of tribal

Imphal, May 19 (UNI): Deputy Commissioner, Jiribam, Krishna Kumar, said on Monday that continuous efforts are being made towards sustainable development of the tribal under Dharti AabaJanjatiya Gram Utkarsh Abhiyan (DAJGUA), an initiative of the Union Ministry of Tribal Affairs, in Jiribam District through the District Administration in three tribal villages namely; Jairolpokpi, Chotobekra, and Bhutangkhal.

#Manipur government working for sustainable development of tribal

World Bank reopens Kabul office after hiatus, agrees to repay $50 mn for previous project works

Kabul, May 19 (UNI) The World Bank has reopened its Kabul office nearly four years after suspending operations in Afghanistan, following the US’ retreat from the country and the Taliban’s return to power in August 2021.

#World Bank reopens Kabul office after hiatus # agrees to repay $50 mn for previous project works

Nissan Motor India remains committed to its India operations, dealers, partners, and customers

Kolkata, May 19 (UNI) Auto giant Nissan Motor India on Monday said the company remains committed to its India operations, dealers, partners, and customers.

#Nissan Motor India remains committed to its India operations # dealers # partners # and customers

Funds released weekly for Indiramma house construction despite financial Challenges: P S Reddy

Hyderabad, May 19 (UNI) Despite the financial difficulties faced by the Telangana government in constructing Indiramma houses, funds are being released every Monday as construction milestones are achieved, said State Revenue, Housing, Information, and Public Relations Minister Ponguleti Srinivasa Reddy.

#Funds released weekly for Indiramma house construction despite financial Challenges: P S Reddy

Russian scientists develop new method of curing cancer in scientific breakthrough

Moscow, May 19 (UNI) Russian scientists are developing a new method of curing cancer, revealed Alexander Sobolev, corresponding member of the Russian Academy of Sciences and head of RAS’ Molecular Genetics of Intracellular Transport laboratory.

#Russian scientists develop new method of curing cancer in scientific breakthrough

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Trump disagrees with Moody's downgrade of US rating - White House

Washington, May 19 (UNI) US President Donald Trump does not agree with the Moody''s rating agency downgrading of the country''s government rating, as the US''s economy has the confidence of "people around the world," White House spokesperson Karoline Leavitt said on Monday.

#Trump disagrees with Moody's downgrade of US rating - White House

Vedanta Chairman Anil Agarwal calls for policy push to make India a Global Aluminium Hub

Bhubaneswar, May 19 (UNI) Vedanta Chairman Anil Agarwal has stated that India has the opportunity to position itself as a global aluminium hub in the ongoing global trade tension.

#Vedanta Chairman Anil Agarwal calls for policy push to make India a Global Aluminium Hub

China expanding use of smart microgrid systems to cut carbon emissions

Beijing, May 19 (UNI) China is rapidly expanding its use of microgrids across industrial hubs, part of a wider push to cut emissions, reduce reliance on coal, and decentralise its power supply.

#China expanding use of smart microgrid systems to cut carbon emissions

UK attracts scientists leaving US with new long term funding initiatives

London, May 19 (UNI) The UK is rolling out a series of long-term funding initiatives aimed at attracting top researchers leaving the United States, amid renewed policy shifts, budget cuts, and changing research priorities under President Donald Trump’s administration.

#UK attracts scientists leaving US with new long term funding initiatives

Yusuf Pathan may join anti-terror outreach: BJP MP
Bengaluru, May 19 (UNI) Amid reports that the Trinamool Congress (TMC) has withdrawn the name of Yusuf Pathan from the all-party delegation travelling to key partner countries as part of India’s global outreach against terrorism, BJP Rajya Sabha MP Lehar Singh Siroya on Monday said he believed the former cricketer might still join the visit.
#Yusuf Pathan may join anti-terror outreach: BJP MP

Chirag calls on Nitish, discusses political scenario before Bihar assembly elections

Patna, May 19 (UNI) LJP (Ram Vilas) President and Union Minister Chirag Paswan called on Chief Minister Nitish Kumar at his official residence here on Monday.

#Chirag calls on Nitish # discusses political scenario before Bihar assembly elections

Rupee strengthens by 11 paise against USD
Mumbai, May 19 (UNI) The rupee on Monday gained further by 11 paise to close positive at 85.40 against US Dollar on brisk sell-off of the greenback by foreign bankers and importers, dealers at the Forex Market said.
#Rupee strengthens by 11 paise against USD

Rupee strengthens 11 paise against USD

Mumbai, May 19 (UNI) The Rupee on Monday gained further by 11 paise to close at 85.40 against USD on brisk selling of US Dollar from foreign banks and importers, dealers at the Forex Market said.

#Rupee strengthens 11 paise against USD

Rupee closes at 85.40, up 11 paise against USD

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#Rupee closes at 85.40 # up 11 paise against USD

SC allows Patanjali-owned Ruchi Soya’s appeal in 2-decade-old customs duty dispute
New Delhi, May 19 (UNI) In a significant relief to Patanjali-owned Ruchi Soya Industries Ltd, the Supreme Court on Monday allowed its appeal challenging a Gujarat High Court judgment that had denied the company a refund of customs duty recovered by the authorities through encashment of a bank guarantee.
#SC allows Patanjali-owned Ruchi Soya’s appeal in 2-decade-old customs duty dispute

Myntra targets diaspora in overseas push

Bengaluru, May 19 (UNI) In a significant step towards global expansion, Indian fashion e-commerce platform Myntra on Monday announced the launch of its international shipping operations, beginning with Singapore. The company aims to reach 12–15 per cent of the Indian diaspora in the city-state by offering over 100 Indian fashion brands through its platform.

#Myntra targets diaspora in overseas push

Soviet, Russian Choreographer Yuri Grigorovich dies
Moscow, May 19 (UNI) Soviet and Russian choreographer Yuri Grigorovich died at the age of 99, his assistant Alexander Kolesnikov told Sputnik on Monday.
#Soviet #Russian Choreographer Yuri Grigorovich dies

Russian prosecutors say label Amnesty International undesirable in country

Moscow, May 19 (UNI) The Russian Prosecutor General''s Office said on Monday that it had recognized the activities of the international non-governmental organization Amnesty International as undesirable in the country.

#Russian prosecutors say label Amnesty International undesirable in country

Odisha Govt entrusts STF to identify illegal Bangladeshi infiltrators

Bhubaneswar, May 19 (UNI) The Odisha government has initiated measures to identify illegal Bangladeshi infiltrators in the state and has entrusted the Special Task Force (STF) of the Odisha Crime Branch to carry out the identification process.

#Odisha Govt entrusts STF to identify illegal Bangladeshi infiltrators

SC for status quo on alleged unauthorized constructions at Maha Dargah
New Delhi, May 19 (UNI) The Supreme Court on Monday directed that status quo be maintained on the allegedly unauthorized constructions at the Bale Shah Peer Dargah in Uttan, Maharashtra.
#SC for status quo on alleged unauthorized constructions at Maha Dargah

Kaleshwaram echoes Kumbh Mela spirit as devotees flock for Saraswati Pushkaram
Saraswati Pushkarma, May 19 (UNI) Kaleshwaram is witnessing a spiritual spectacle reminiscent of the Kumbh Mela, as thousands of devotees continue to pour in for the sacred Saraswati Pushkaram located in Jayashankar Bhupalpally district.
#Kaleshwaram echoes Kumbh Mela spirit as devotees flock for Saraswati Pushkaram

Thunderstorms with lightning, gusty winds likely in Telangana over next 5 days: Met Dept

Hyderabad, May 19 (UNI) Thunderstorms accompanied by lightning and gusty winds with speeds ranging from 30–40 kmph are likely to occur at isolated places across Telangana during the next five days, the Meteorological Centre said on Monday.

#Thunderstorms with lightning # gusty winds likely in Telangana over next 5 days: Met Dept

ED officials in bribe case: CPI(M) RS member AA Rahim seeks suspension
Thiruvananthapuram, May 19 (UNI) CPI (M) Rajya Sabha member AA Rahim has sought Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman''s urgent intervention and investigation into bribery allegations involving Enforcement Directorate (ED) officials in Kochi.
#ED officials in bribe case: CPI(M) RS member AA Rahim seeks suspension

Scottie Scheffler resists Jon Rahm challenge to win US PGA
Charlotte (USA), May 19 (UNI) An emotional Scottie Scheffler held off the rejuvenated Jon Rahm to convert his 54-hole lead into a maiden US PGA Championship title.
#Scottie Scheffler resists Jon Rahm challenge to win US PGA

Russia in dialogue with authorities of many countries on flights resumption - Watchdog
Moscow, May 19 (UNI) The Russian Federal Air Transport Agency (Rosaviatsiya) is in dialogue with the aviation authorities of many countries regarding the resumption of flights, the head of the agency, Dmitry Yadrov, told reporters on the sidelines of the HeliRussia 2025 forum.
#Russia in dialogue with authorities of many countries on flights resumption - Watchdog

Iranian President says he sees possibility of reaching nuclear deal with US

Tehran, May 19 (UNI) Iran can reach an agreement with the United States if Washington stops "intimidating" Tehran, Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian said on Sunday evening during a meeting with Omani Foreign Minister Badr bin Hamad Al Busaidi.

#Iranian President says he sees possibility of reaching nuclear deal with US

World Test Championship selection no clearer for Australia
Sydney, May 19 (UNI) The race to feature in Australia''s top six at the ICC World Test Championship Final next month further intensified following a range of indifferent results from key batters in England''s County Championship.
#World Test Championship selection no clearer for Australia

World Test Championship selection no clearer for Australia
Sydney, May 19 (UNI) The race to feature in Australia''s top six at the ICC World Test Championship Final next month further intensified following a range of indifferent results from key batters in England''s County Championship.
#World Test Championship selection no clearer for Australia

China-US tariff cut good for bilateral trade growth, global recovery: spokesperson
Beijing, May 19 (UNI) The significant reduction of tariffs between China and the United States is beneficial for trade growth between the two countries and global economic recovery, an official with the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) said at a press conference on Monday.
#China-US tariff cut good for bilateral trade growth #global recovery: spokesperson

2 killed, 1 missing after train hits pedestrians in US
Chicago, May 19 (UNI) Two people were killed and one child is missing after a train hit several pedestrians in the northwest of the U.S. state of Ohio Sunday night, authorities said.
#2 killed #1 missing after train hits pedestrians in US

US officials unhappy with Australia sending Abrams tanks to Ukraine - Reports

Washington, May 19 (UNI) Some US officials remained disappointed with the donation of decommissioned M1A1 Abrams tanks to Ukraine, the shipment of which to the country was confirmed by the Australian prime minister the day before, Australian broadcaster ABC reported.

#US officials unhappy with Australia sending Abrams tanks to Ukraine - Reports

8 rescued from floodwaters amid heavy rainfall in eastern Australia

Sydney, May 19 (UNI) Eight people have been rescued from floodwaters in the Australian state of New South Wales amid heavy rainfall.

#8 rescued from floodwaters amid heavy rainfall in eastern Australia

Bangladesh approves nearly 19 bln USD annual development expenditure

Dhaka, May 19 (UNI) The highest economic policy-making body of the Bangladeshi government has approved a 2.3 trillion taka (nearly 19 billion U.S. dollars) Annual Development Program (ADP) for the next fiscal year 2025-26 (July 2025-June 2026).

#Bangladesh approves nearly 19 bln USD annual development expenditure

Police bust immoral trafficking racket in north Kashmir, 4 held
Srinagar, May 19 (UNI) The police busted an alleged immoral trafficking racket in Kunzer and apprehended four people, including a woman, in Baramulla district of Jammu and Kashmir.
#Police bust immoral trafficking racket in north Kashmir #4 held

Rupee opens at 85.59, down 8 paise against USD.

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#Rupee opens at 85.59 # down 8 paise against USD.

Rupee falls 8 paise against USD
Mumbai, May 19 (UNI) The Rupee on Monday slipped 8 paise at 85.59 in the opening session on rising demand for US Dollar by bankers and importers at the Forex Market informed.
#Rupee falls 8 paise against USD

J&K: 2 suspects arrested with arms and ammunition in Shopian
Srinagar, May 19 (UNI) Security forces arrested two suspected individuals in south Kashmir’s Shopian district and recovered arms and ammunition, police said on Monday.
#J&K: 2 suspects arrested with arms and ammunition in Shopian

Telangana: CM Reddy orders probe into Gulzar House fire tragedy

Hyderabad, May 18 (UNI) Telangana Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy has ordered a thorough investigation into the tragic fire incident at Gulzar House that claimed 17 lives.

#Telangana: CM Reddy orders probe into Gulzar House fire tragedy

AP: Ministers participate in Tiranga rallies in various districts

Vijayawada, May 18 (UNI) Tiranga rallies were taken out at various districts in which the Ministers and MLAs participated, extending solidarity and support to the Indian army and promoting patriotism on Sunday.

#AP: Ministers participate in Tiranga rallies in various districts

Two criminals fleeing after shooting two businessmen lynched to death in Samastipur

Samastipur, May 18 (UNI) Two criminals who were trying to escape after looting a grocery shop and injuring the owners were caught and beaten to death by locals in Dalsinghsarai police station area of ​​Samastipur district on Sunday night.

#Two criminals fleeing after shooting two businessmen lynched to death in Samastipur

OP Sindoor exposed the nexus between Pakistan and terrorism: Shah
Ahmedabad, May 18 (UNI) Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Sunday praised the Armed Forces for eliminating terror camps in Pakistan and POK, and said that Operation Sindoor had exposed the nexus between the Pakistani Army, the Pakistan state and terrorism before the whole world.
#OP Sindoor exposed the nexus between Pakistan and terrorism: Shah

Richard Linklater's 'Nouvelle Vague' receives applause at Cannes

Cannes, May 18 (UNI) American filmmaker Richard Linklater paid tribute to the French New Wave and reflected on the state of global cinema during a press conference at the Cannes Film Festival, where he presented his latest film "Nouvelle Vague", a behind-the-scenes homage to the making of Jean-Luc Godard''s landmark film "Breathless".

#Richard Linklater's 'Nouvelle Vague' receives applause at Cannes

Young man brutally beaten up in Beed, police arrest seven accused

Beed, May 18 (UNI) Following a minor dispute, a young man was beaten up by four persons who came on two wheelers and also made a video of the incident.

#Young man brutally beaten up in Beed # police arrest seven accused

Hyd: BRS chief KCR extends condolences to Gulzar House fire victims

Hyderabad, May 18 (UNI) Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) chief and former Chief Minister K Chandrashekhar Rao (KCR) expressed deep shock over the tragic fire incident at Gulzar House near Charminar that claimed 17 lives on Sunday.

#Hyd: BRS chief KCR extends condolences to Gulzar House fire victims

Maha: Fake list of 81 BJP district presidents goes viral; BJP leader urges not to trust it

Mumbai, May 18 (UNI) The list of 81 district presidents circulating on social media under the name "BJP District President 2025" is fake and has no connection with the party, said Maharashtra working president of the Bharatiya Janata Party Ravindra Chavan through an official statement here today.

#Maha: Fake list of 81 BJP district presidents goes viral; BJP leader urges not to trust it

Senior BNP leader accuses Yunus-led interim govt of partisan bias
Khulna, May 18 (UNI) Senior Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) leader Salahuddin Ahmed has accused the Interim Government of partisan bias and demanded the removal of two of its advisors due to their alleged affiliations with the National Citizen Party (NCP), the political arm of the powerful student''s body Students Against Discrimination.
#Senior BNP leader accuses Yunus-led interim govt of partisan bias

Maha: Congress MP Prof Varsha Gaikwad selected for prestigious Sansad Ratna Award 2025
Mumbai, May 18 (UNI) Mumbai Congress president and MP, Prof Varsha Gaikwad, is among 17 MPs from different political parties in the country who have been selected for the prestigious Sansad Ratna Award 2025.
#Maha: Congress MP Prof Varsha Gaikwad selected for prestigious Sansad Ratna Award 2025

National consultation meeting on Juvenile Justice Act held in Ranchi

Ranchi, May 18 (UNI) A one-day special consultation meeting on the Juvenile Justice Act and related laws was organised at the Judicial Academy, Jharkhand, Ranchi on Sunday. The meeting was chaired by Union Minister for Women and Child Development, Annapurna Devi.

#National consultation meeting on Juvenile Justice Act held in Ranchi

Chhattisgarh: Over 20 passengers injured in bus-truck collision in Bilaspur
Bilaspur, May 18 (UNI) Over 20 passengers, including women and children, were injured in a head-on collision of a passenger bus and a truck in Bilaspur district of Chhattisgarh on Sunday, police said.
#Chhattisgarh: Over 20 passengers injured in bus-truck collision in Bilaspur

Hollywood superstar Nicolas Cage says he is a fan of Aussie metalcore band ''Nicolas Cage Fighter''
Los Angeles, May 18 (UNI) Hollywood superstar Nicolas Cage says that he is a fan of the Australia-based metalcore band ''Nicolas Cage Fighter'', giving the Aussies his blessing for using his namesake.
#Hollywood superstar Nicolas Cage says he is a fan of Aussie metalcore band ''''Nicolas Cage Fighter''''

Telangana Guv expresses deep grief over Gulzar House fire tragedy

Hyderabad, May 18 (UNI) The Governor of Telangana, Jishnu Dev Varma, has expressed profound grief over the tragic fire accident that occurred at Gulzar House near Charminar in Hyderabad on Sunday morning.

#Telangana Guv expresses deep grief over Gulzar House fire tragedy

Marco Rubio says Washington will be "realistic" on Russia-Ukraine talks
Washington, May 18 (UNI) US Secretary of State Marco Rubio says American efforts on Russia-Ukraine talks will be determined by whether both sides have any viable and ‘realistic’ proposals from the discussions held in Turkey earlier.
#Marco Rubio says Washington will be "realistic" on Russia-Ukraine talks

Rahul Gandhi expresses grief over Gulzar House fire tragedy
Hyderabad, May 18 (UNI) Congress MP and Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi, expressed deep shock and sorrow over the devastating fire incident at Gulzar House in Charminar on Sunday morning, which claimed the lives of 17 people, including eight children.
#Rahul Gandhi expresses grief over Gulzar House fire tragedy

Thunderstorm with lightning, gusty winds likely in Telangana in next 5 days: Met
Hyderabad, May 18 (UNI) Thunderstorm accompanied by lightning and gusty winds with speed ranging from 30-40 kmph is likely to occur at isolated places in Telangana during the next five days, the Meteorological Centre said on Sunday.
#Thunderstorm with lightning #gusty winds likely in Telangana in next 5 days: Met

MP: One dead, over two dozen injured as bus overturns
Maihar, May 18 (UNI) One passenger died and over two dozen others were injured when a private passenger bus overturned in Maihar district of Madhya Pradesh, police said on Sunday.
#MP: One dead #over two dozen injured as bus overturns

Nainital-based filmmaker Diwa Shah's sophomore feature focuses on Tibetan refugees

Cannes, May 18 (UNI) After exploring the predicament of Nepalese labourers in Uttarakhand''s Nainital during the coronavirus pandemic in her debut film, independent moviemaker Diwa Shah is ready to start production of her sophomore feature on the plight of Tibetan refugees in India.

#Nainital-based filmmaker Diwa Shah's sophomore feature focuses on Tibetan refugees

House fire kills 7 in northern Mexico
Mexico City, May 18 (UNI) Seven people, including five children, were killed Saturday morning in a house fire in Saltillo, a city in the northern Mexican state of Coahuila, local media reported on Sunday.
#House fire kills 7 in northern Mexico

Five people suffer stab wounds at London music event
London, May 18 (UNI) Five people were injured in a stabbing incident after violence erupted at a music event in southeast London early Saturday morning.
#Five people suffer stab wounds at London music event

Govt committed to Housing for All scheme: Maha CM

Nagpur, May 17 (UNI) Maharashtra Chief minister Devendra Fadnavis said on Saturday that the government is committed to providing houses for all and assured that no one will be deprived of their houses.

#Govt committed to Housing for All scheme: Maha CM

Himachal Agri Minister inaugurates farmers' rest house at Jasur

Jasur (Kàngra) May 16 (UNI) Himachal Pradesh Agriculture and Animal Husbandry Minister Prof. Chander Kumar today inaugurated a newly-constructed Farmers’ Rest House at the sub-market yard in Jasur, in Nurpur subdivision.

#Himachal Agri Minister inaugurates farmers' rest house at Jasur

UK Foreign Secretary David Lammy says ceasefire between India, Pakistan must continue

Islamabad/London, May 17 (UNI) UK Foreign Secretary David Lammy, who was visiting Islamabad, has said the ceasefire between Pakistan and India must continue and that conflict in the region is not in anyone''s interest.

#UK Foreign Secretary David Lammy says ceasefire between India # Pakistan must continue

Rajasthan: Two police officials suspended over youth's death in Sawai Madhopur

Bharatpur, May 17 (UNI) Following the death of a youth during a police operation in Sawai Madhopur district of Rajasthan, the station incharge, Suman Kumar, and Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP), Labhu Ram, have been suspended and departmental inquiries have been initiated against them.

#Rajasthan: Two police officials suspended over youth's death in Sawai Madhopur

21 killed as suspected tornadoes hit US Missouri, Kentucky

Washington, May 17 (UNI) At least 21 people were killed as suspected tornadoes swept through parts of the U.S. states of Missouri and Kentucky from Friday into Saturday morning, said authorities.

#21 killed as suspected tornadoes hit US Missouri # Kentucky

Zelenskyy calls for new sanctions against Moscow after Russia-Ukraine talks

Moscow, May 17 (UNI) Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy called on Saturday for further sanctions against Moscow, following the talks between Russia and Ukraine in Istanbul held the day before.

#Zelenskyy calls for new sanctions against Moscow after Russia-Ukraine talks

34th Arab League Summit held in Iraq with focus on Palestinian issue

Baghdad, May 17 (UNI) The 34th Arab League Summit kicked off in the Iraqi capital Baghdad on Saturday, bringing together the bloc''s 22 member states, along with a number of regional and international organizations, to address critical challenges facing the Arab world, particularly the ongoing crisis in Palestine.

#34th Arab League Summit held in Iraq with focus on Palestinian issue

AP: Free bus travel for women from August 15: CM

Kurnool, May 17 (UNI) Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu has announced that the free bus service for women will be launched on August 15, 2025.

#AP: Free bus travel for women from August 15: CM

AP: Free bus travel for women from Aug 15: CM

Kurnool, May 17 (UNI) Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu has announced that the free bus service for women will be launched on August 15, 2025.

#AP: Free bus travel for women from Aug 15: CM

Iran's supreme leader says Trump lied about using power to ensure peace

Tehran, May 17 (UNI) Iran''s Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei on Saturday denounced as "a lie" U.S. President Donald Trump''s recent claim that he sought to use power to ensure peace, citing the Trump administration''s support for the killings in the Gaza Strip.

#Iran's supreme leader says Trump lied about using power to ensure peace

NCC should focus more on national security- Kambhampati

Bhubaneswar, May 17 (UNI) NCC should focus more on national security, social and cultural contribution, youth development, use of digital tools, Odisha Governor Hari Babu Kambhampati said.

#NCC should focus more on national security- Kambhampati

Russia flexes naval muscle, conducts tactical anti-submarine exercises in Baltic Sea

Moscow, May 17 (UNI) Flexing its military muscles, the Russian Navy conducted tactical drills in the Baltic Sea, with anti-submarine ships from its Baltic Fleet partaking in search and destroy exercises. The drills were part of a broader effort to enhance the fleet’s readiness in coastal defence and near-sea operations.

#Russia flexes naval muscle # conducts tactical anti-submarine exercises in Baltic Sea

Microsoft denies misuse of AI, Azure in Gaza conflict

Washington, May 17 (UNI) Responding to growing concerns among employees and the public, Microsoft Corporation has stated that it found no evidence its Azure cloud or artificial intelligence technologies were used by the Israeli military to target civilians or cause harm in the ongoing conflict in Gaza.

#Microsoft denies misuse of AI # Azure in Gaza conflict

Political leaders in Bangladesh slam Yunus govt over its inability in tackling environmental issues

Dhaka, May 17 (UNI) Heads of various political parties in Bangladesh have criticised the interim government for its less than satisfactory performance, particularly its inability in tackling environmental issues in the last nine months.

#Political leaders in Bangladesh slam Yunus govt over its inability in tackling environmental issues

Maha: SP MLA Rais Shaikh demands strict action against religious discrimination in Nagpur school

Mumbai, May 17 (UNI) After Dayanand Arya Kanya Vidyalaya in Nagpur denied admission to Muslim students on religious grounds, Samajwadi Party MLA Rais Shaikh from Bhiwandi East has demanded that Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis take strict action against the school.

#Maha: SP MLA Rais Shaikh demands strict action against religious discrimination in Nagpur school

Politics only during elections, focus on Telangana's development thereafter: Kishan Reddy

Hyderabad, May 17 (UNI) Union Minister for Coal and Mines and Telangana BJP President G Kishan Reddy on Saturday stated that politics should be confined to elections, and that post-elections, the focus must shift to the development of Telangana.

#Politics only during elections # focus on Telangana's development thereafter: Kishan Reddy

Telangana DCA chief directs intensified crackdown on spurious and habit-forming drugs

Hyderabad, May 17 (UNI) In a determined move to combat the menace of spurious and habit-forming drugs, the Director General of Drugs Control Administration (DCA), Telangana, Shahnawaz Qasim, IPS, convened a high-level State Conference on Saturday at the DCA Headquarters.

#Telangana DCA chief directs intensified crackdown on spurious and habit-forming drugs

All-party delegation should focus on terrorism and not Kashmir: Cong
New Delhi, May 17 (UNI) The Congress on Saturday said that it supported sending all-party delegation to different countries but emphasised that Members of Parliament should focus on addressing terrorism, which is the main issue and not Kashmir, as the US President Donald Trump is trying to suggest.
#All-party delegation should focus on terrorism and not Kashmir: Cong

Afghanistan, Russia sign MoUs to enhance trade, transit cooperation
Kabul, May 17 (UNI) The Afghan interim government and Russia have signed five memorandums of understanding (MoUs) focusing on trade, transport, transit, and gas exploration cooperation, a government statement said on Friday.
#Afghanistan #Russia sign MoUs to enhance trade #transit cooperation

Ramchandra Chutia, Dr AK Pandey conferred Luminous Lummer Dai Literary Award 2025

Itanagar, May 17 (UNI) The Arunachal Pradesh Literary Society (APLS) has announced that the prestigious Luminous Lummer Dai Literary Award 2025 will be conferred on Ramchandra Chutia and Dr Ashok Kumar Pandey in recognition of their outstanding contributions to the literary landscape of Arunachal Pradesh.

#Ramchandra Chutia # Dr AK Pandey conferred Luminous Lummer Dai Literary Award 2025

MP Godam Nagesh accuses Telangana Govt of withholding Rs 300 crore central funds meant for tribals
Hyderabad, May 17 (UNI) Member of Parliament Godam Nagesh has alleged that the Telangana state government is withholding approximately Rs 300 crore released by the central government for the welfare of tribals and Adivasis.
#MP Godam Nagesh accuses Telangana Govt of withholding Rs 300 crore central funds meant for tribals

President Trump says US helped pull India, Pakistan from brink of war; claims India willing to cut 100 pc tariffs
Washington/New Delhi, May 17 (UNI) US President Donald Trump has again claimed success for pulling India and Pakistan from the brink of war, and also that India is “willing to cut 100 percent of their tariffs” for the United States.
#President Trump says US helped pull India #Pakistan from brink of war; claims India willing to cut 100 pc tariffs

Vegas leads from Fitzpatrick as McIlroy makes US PGA cut
Charlotte (USA), May 17 (UNI) Venezuela''s Jhonattan Vegas maintained his lead at the US PGA Championship while Rory McIlroy and defending champion Xander Schauffele avoided early exits
at Quail Hollow.
#Vegas leads from Fitzpatrick as McIlroy makes US PGA cut

Vegas leads from Fitzpatrick as McIlroy makes US PGA cut
Charlotte (USA), May 17 (UNI) Venezuela''s Jhonattan Vegas maintained his lead at the US PGA Championship while Rory McIlroy and defending champion Xander Schauffele avoided early exits
at Quail Hollow.
#Vegas leads from Fitzpatrick as McIlroy makes US PGA cut

NZ scientists successfully use artificial insemination to preserve critically endangered kakapo parrots

Auckland, May 17 (UNI) In a major step forward for the recovery of New Zealand''s critically endangered kakapo, scientists have successfully used artificial insemination (AI) to improve fertility and preserve rare genetics in the species.

#NZ scientists successfully use artificial insemination to preserve critically endangered kakapo parrots

SIA conducting raids in multiple locations on suspect terror locations in Kashmir
Srinagar, May 17 (UNI) The State Investigation Agency (SIA) of Jammu and Kashmir Police is conducting raids at multiple locations in ongoing crackdown on suspected terror related activities, officials said
"the raids that are underway in central and north Kashmir districts is part of an ongoing crackdown on suspected terror-related activities in the region, they said.
#SIA conducting raids in multiple locations on suspect terror locations in Kashmir

Kerala: No fresh cases, Nipah Virus under control in Malappuram

Malappuram, May 16 (UNI) No fresh case of Nipah Virus was reported in Kerala''s Malappuram district on Friday, with officials saying the situation was under control.

#Kerala: No fresh cases # Nipah Virus under control in Malappuram

500 health centres in Afghanistan face potential closure due to US aid cut, warns UNFPA

Kabul, May 16 (UNI) Andrew Saberton, Executive Director of the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA), has warned that a recent $102 million reduction in US aid will deprive 6.9 million Afghan women and children of critical healthcare services.

#500 health centres in Afghanistan face potential closure due to US aid cut # warns UNFPA

Bengal official suspended over electoral misconduct

Kolkata, May 16 (UNI) In a significant development, Arun Gorain, the Assistant System Manager (ASM) of Kakdwip Subdivision, was suspended on Friday for alleged gross misconduct in connection with the disposal of electoral forms in the Kakdwip Assembly Constituency of West Bengal.

#Bengal official suspended over electoral misconduct

ED says UK High Court once again has refused bail to fugitive Nirav Modi

Kolkata, May 16 (UNI) The Enforcement Directorate (ED) on Friday informed that the UK High Court has once again refused bail to Nirav Modi, the alleged mastermind of USD 1 billion fraud against Punjab National Bank (PNB), hearing his 4th bail application on Thursday ( May 15 ).

#ED says UK High Court once again has refused bail to fugitive Nirav Modi

SC bids farewell to Justice Bela M. Trivedi: A Trailblazer who let her judgments speak
New Delhi, May 16 (UNI) The Supreme Court of India today witnessed an emotional and dignified farewell for Justice Bela Madhurya Trivedi, who demitted office after a remarkable four-year tenure on the nation’s highest constitutional bench.
#SC bids farewell to Justice Bela M. Trivedi: A Trailblazer who let her judgments speak

Kerala Congress chief accuses ruling CPI(M) of planned attacks on Congress offices, leaders

Kannur, May 16 (UNI) The Kerala Pradesh Congress Committee (KPCC) president Sunny Joseph, MLA, has accused the state''s ruling CPI (M) of orchestrating planned attacks and provocations with the knowledge and blessings of the party''s State leadership and district secretary.

#Kerala Congress chief accuses ruling CPI(M) of planned attacks on Congress offices # leaders

Shinde announces Rs 10 lakh reward for info on Pahalgam terror attack suspects

Mumbai May 16 (UNI) Shiv Sens chief and Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde on Friday announced a reward of Rs 10 lakh for information on suspects in the Pahalgam terror attack.

#Shinde announces Rs 10 lakh reward for info on Pahalgam terror attack suspects

Russia, Ukraine hold first direct talks in over three years, agree on exchange of 1,000 prisoners

Istanbul, May 16 (UNI) The first direct talks between Russia and Ukraine in more than three years ended in Istanbul today, with both delegations issuing brief statements after the almost two-hour negotiations, aimed at resolving the Ukraine conflict.

#Russia # Ukraine hold first direct talks in over three years # agree on exchange of 1 #000 prisoners

Thousands protest rise of gender discrimination in Bangladesh’s annual ‘Moitree Jatra’ march

Dhaka, May 16 (UNI) Protesting the rising levels of gender discrimination and violence against women in Bangladesh, thousands of people from various walks of life participated in the country’s annual ''Moitree Jatra'', a march which called for equal treatment of women.

#Thousands protest rise of gender discrimination in Bangladesh’s annual ‘Moitree Jatra’ march

West pitting India, China against each other, says Russian FM Lavrov
Moscow, May 16 (UNI) Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov has accused the West of attempting to provoke tensions between India and China by pitting the two nations against each other.
#West pitting India #China against each other #says Russian FM Lavrov

Passports, documents recovered from Pak spy's house in Shamli

Shamli, May 16 (UNI) Noman Ilahi, who was arrested from Panipat on charges of spying for Pakistan was brought to his house by a team of Haryana police in Kairana town of Shamli district here in Uttar Pradesh on Friday, police sources said here.

#Passports # documents recovered from Pak spy's house in Shamli

Mizoram eyes paperless offices, AI integration in push for digital future

Aizawl, May 16 (UNI) Emphasising the dual advantages of digital governance in enhancing public convenience and reducing costs, Mizoram Chief Minister Lalduhoma on Friday reaffirmed the state’s commitment to leveraging technology for governance and citizen services.

#Mizoram eyes paperless offices # AI integration in push for digital future

Passports, documents recovered from Pak spy's house in Shamli

Lucknow, May 16 (UNI) Noman Ilahi, who was arrested from Panipat on charges of spying for Pakistan was brought to his house by a team of Haryana police in Kairana town of Shamli district here in Uttar Pradesh on Friday, police sources said here.

#Passports # documents recovered from Pak spy's house in Shamli

New caste survey unmatched in India: Justice Das

Bengaluru, May 16 (UNI) Karnataka has employed a digital and online methodology for its ongoing caste survey that is "unique" and, to the best of current knowledge, unprecedented in the country, Retired Justice HN Nagmohan Das, who is overseeing the exercise, said on Friday.

#New caste survey unmatched in India: Justice Das

Omar, Mehbooba spar over Tulbul Project, Indus Treaty
Srinagar, May 16 (UNI) A fierce war of words erupted between Jammu and Kashmir Chief Ministers Omar Abdullah and PDP chief Mehbooba Mufti over the revival of the long-stalled Tulbul Navigation Project in North Kashmir, amid escalating tensions between India and Pakistan.
#Omar #Mehbooba spar over Tulbul Project #Indus Treaty

Russia claims its forces have taken control of village in Donetsk
Moscow/Kiev, May 16 (UNI) Russian troops have taken control of the village of Volnoye Pole in eastern Ukraine’s Donetsk region, Moscow''s Defence Ministry claimed on Friday, as intense fighting continued along multiple frontlines.
#Russia claims its forces have taken control of village in Donetsk

Feeling older, loneliness, negativity are potential triggers for frailty in 40s, reveals Australian study

Canberra, May 16 (UNI) Feeling older than your years, struggling with loneliness, or holding bleak views about getting older could be early red flags for frailty — even in your 40s, according to new research from Australia’s Flinders University.

#Feeling older # loneliness # negativity are potential triggers for frailty in 40s # reveals Australian study

LPU terminates all MoUs with Türkiye and Azerbaijan over pro-Pak stand
New Delhi, May 16 (UNI) Lovely Professional University (LPU) on Friday terminated all Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) with institutions in Türkiye and Azerbaijan, over their pro-Pakistan stance during the India-Pakistan hostilities.
#LPU terminates all MoUs with Türkiye and Azerbaijan over pro-Pak stand

Cambodian PM urges police to intensify crackdown on cyber scam industry

Phnom Penh, May 16 (UNI) Amid reports of the multi-billion dollar cyber scam industry spreading its tentacles into Cambodia, the country''s Prime Minister Hun Manet on Friday urged police to ramp up efforts to combat all forms of crime, including cyber-crimes, in order to ensure security, social safety, and public order.

#Cambodian PM urges police to intensify crackdown on cyber scam industry

Drunkard husband hangs wife upside down from roof in Bareilly

Bareilly (UP), May 16 (UNI) An alcoholic youth first thrashed his wife and then tried to kill her by hanging her upside down from the roof in Aonla Tehsil of Bareilly district in Uttar Pradesh, police sources said here on Friday.

#Drunkard husband hangs wife upside down from roof in Bareilly

UEFA accuses Infantino & stages FIFA congress walk-out
Asuncion, May 16 (UNI) UEFA accused Gianni Infantino of prioritising "private political interests" after FIFA''s president turned up late for the world governing body''s own congress in Paraguay.
#UEFA accuses Infantino & stages FIFA congress walk-out

UEFA accuses Infantino & stages FIFA congress walk-out
Asuncion, May 16 (UNI) UEFA accused Gianni Infantino of prioritising "private political interests" after FIFA''s president turned up late for the world governing body''s own congress in Paraguay.
#UEFA accuses Infantino & stages FIFA congress walk-out

Russia expects to sign number of documents with Afghanistan in Kazan - Official

Kazan, Russia, May 16 (UNI) Russia expects to sign a number of cooperation documents with Afghanistan at the Russia-Afghanistan business forum being held in the city of Kazan, Russian Deputy Prime Minister Alexei Overchuk said on Friday.

#Russia expects to sign number of documents with Afghanistan in Kazan - Official

Teachers' stir: Bengal cops defend lathicharge, say 'minimum force' used

Kolkata, May 16 (UNI) Additional Director General of Police (law & order) Jawed Shamim on Friday defended the police lathicharge with "minimal force" on protesting dismissed teachers to evacuate government officials and employees from Bikash Bhavan on Thursday night.

#Teachers' stir: Bengal cops defend lathicharge # say 'minimum force' used

Labour laws must be both pro-industry and pro-labour: Yogi
Lucknow, May 16 (UNI) Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Friday said that workers and industrialists complement each other and are not rivals and industrial growth in the state is possible only when labour laws are balanced from both pro-industry and pro-labour perspectives.
#Labour laws must be both pro-industry and pro-labour: Yogi

Rupee marginally up 2 paise against USD
Mumbai, May 16 (UNI) The Rupee on Friday ended positive at 85.51, rising two paise against USD on fresh selling of US Dollar from foreign banks and importers, dealers at the Forex Market said.
#Rupee marginally up 2 paise against USD

UP: Cousin sisters drown in village pond in Azamgarh

Azamgarh (UP), May 16 (UNI) Two minor cousin sisters died after drowning in a pond in the Ahraula area of the district here in Uttar Pradesh, police sources said here on Friday.

#UP: Cousin sisters drown in village pond in Azamgarh

Telangana CM asks officials to focus on modernization of power supply network
Hyderabad, May 16 (UNI)Telangana Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy asked Officials to focus on the modernization of the power supply network.
#Telangana CM asks officials to focus on modernization of power supply network

Omar, Mehbooba engage in war of words over Tulbul Project, Indus Treaty
Srinagar, May 16 (UNI) A fierce war of words erupted between Jammu and Kashmir Chief Ministers Omar Abdullah and PDP chief Mehbooba Mufti over the revival of the long-stalled Tulbul Navigation Project in North Kashmir, amid escalating tensions between India and Pakistan.
#Omar #Mehbooba engage in war of words over Tulbul Project #Indus Treaty

McIlroy 10 behind at US PGA as Ryder Cup captains impress

Charlotte (USA), May 16 (UNI) Masters champion Rory McIlroy ended 10 shots behind leader Jhonattan Vegas after round one of the US PGA Championship.

#McIlroy 10 behind at US PGA as Ryder Cup captains impress

Shanaya Kapoor debuts music video 'Vibe' with French Montana and Guru Randhawa

Mumbai, May 16 (UNI) Budding Bollywood actress Shanaya Kapoor has officially forayed into the world of global music with her debut music video, ''Vibe'', where she stars alongside international rap icon French Montana and Indian pop powerhouse Guru Randhawa, produced under the banner of T-Series.

#Shanaya Kapoor debuts music video 'Vibe' with French Montana and Guru Randhawa

PURE Partners with Canada-based Charge Power to enter US and Canada Energy Storage Market

Hyderabad, May 16 (UNI) PURE, incubated at i-TIC, IIT Hyderabad, a pioneer in battery technology and power electronics, and a leading brand in energy storage products in India, on Friday announced a strategic partnership with Charge Power Inc., a Canadian corporation, to enter US and Canada Energy storage Market.

#PURE Partners with Canada-based Charge Power to enter US and Canada Energy Storage Market

Nitish flags off 20 pink buses for women
Patna, May 16 (UNI) To provide comfortable and safe commuting facilities to women, Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar dedicated pink buses for them on Friday.
#Nitish flags off 20 pink buses for women

Nitish flags off 20 pink buses for women
Patna, May 16 (UNI) Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar dedicated pink buses for women to provide comfortable and safe commuting facilities to them.
#Nitish flags off 20 pink buses for women

Putin appoints deputy chief of Russian Security Council
Moscow, May 16 (UNI) Russian President Vladimir Putin has appointed Army General Oleg Salyukov as deputy secretary of the Security Council of Russia, said an official decree published by the Russian government on Thursday.
#Putin appoints deputy chief of Russian Security Council

HRTC bus overturns near Piplughat, several students injured
Shimla, May 16 (UNI) A Himachal Road Transport Corporation (HRTC) bus overturned near the Piplughat area in Solan district on Thursday morning, leaving over 15 passengers injured, including several school students.
#HRTC bus overturns near Piplughat #several students injured

Rupee recovers 16 paise against USD
Mumbai, May 16 (UNI) The rupee on Friday recovered 16 paise at 85.37 in the opening session on the selling of US dollars by bankers and exporters at the Forex market.
#Rupee recovers 16 paise against USD

Rupee opens at 85.37, up 16 paise against USD.

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#Rupee opens at 85.37 # up 16 paise against USD.

Odisha to focus on digital marketing of handloom products
Bhubaneswar, May 16 (UNI) The Odisha government will now prioritise both retail and digital marketing of its handloom products.
#Odisha to focus on digital marketing of handloom products

Tirumala: NRI devotee donates Rs 1.40 Cr to various TTD-run trusts

Tirumala, May 15 (UNI) An NRI from Boston, USA, Anand Mohan Bhagavatula, donated over Rs. 1.40 crore to various trusts of TTD here on Thursday.

#Tirumala: NRI devotee donates Rs 1.40 Cr to various TTD-run trusts

Tirumala: High level meeting discusses enhancing overall security

Tirumala (Andhra Pradesh), May 15 (UNI) A high-level meeting on security audit was held at Annamaiah Bhavan here on Thursday.

#Tirumala: High level meeting discusses enhancing overall security

Jammu records season’s max 40 degree Celsius

Jammu, May 15 (UNI) The plains of Jammu on Thursday recorded season’s maximum temperatures 40.4 degrees Celsius as a significant rise was witnessed in the day temperature at multiple places across the Jammu and Kashmir.

#Jammu records season’s max 40 degree Celsius

Punjab : Drug smuggling racket operating inside jail busts, DSP among 19 held

Sangrur, May 15 (UNI) Punjab police have uncovered a well-organised smuggling racket operating from within the jail premises, leading to the arrest of DSP (Security) Gurpreet Singh posted at Sangrur Jail, said SSP Sangrur Sartaj Singh Chahal here on Thursday.

#Punjab : Drug smuggling racket operating inside jail busts # DSP among 19 held

Chhattisgarh: 3 dead, 25 injured as bus falls into deep gorge

Balrampur (Chhattisgarh), May 15 (UNI) Three people were killed, and 25 others were injured when a bus fell into a deep gorge in Chhattisgarh''s Balrampur district on Thursday, police said.

#Chhattisgarh: 3 dead # 25 injured as bus falls into deep gorge

No entry for outside vehicles on Panjab University campus

Chandigarh, May 15 (UNI) The Panjab University (PU) has decided to allow only vehicles with stickers on the campus from the upcoming academic session.

#No entry for outside vehicles on Panjab University campus

Governor in Council discusses projects taken up in Manipur

Imphal, May 15 (UNI) Development projects, administrative improvements, and steps to strengthen overall governance were discussed at a meeting of the Manipur Manipur ‘Governor-in-Council’ here on Thursday.

#Governor in Council discusses projects taken up in Manipur

US Consulate delegation visits Maha Disaster Response Centre

Mumbai, May 15 (UNI) A delegation from US Consulate, including Consul General Mike Hankey, on Thursday visited the State Disaster Response Centre of Maharashtra and learned about the functioning of the Center.

#US Consulate delegation visits Maha Disaster Response Centre

Maha Congress chief wants time-bound caste census modelled on Telangana and Karnataka

Mumbai, May 15 (UNI) Maharashtra Pradesh Congress Committee (MPCC) President Harshvardhan Sapkal on Thursday demanded the government announce a time-bound caste census programme modelled on Telangana and Karnataka.

#Maha Congress chief wants time-bound caste census modelled on Telangana and Karnataka

Vipul Organics Limited opens US sales office in Delaware

Mumbai, May 15 (UNI) Vipul Organics Limited, a leading specialty chemicals company in the pigments and dyes segment, on Thursday announced the opening of a sales office in the United States of America.

#Vipul Organics Limited opens US sales office in Delaware

MSRTC 'smart buses' to ensure safe travel: Minister Pratap Sarnaik

Mumbai, May 15 (UNI) Maharashtra State Road Transport Corporation has decided to procure ''smart buses'' equipped with latest technology to provide safe travel and punctual bus service to passengers, Transport Minister Pratap Sarnaik said on Thursday.

#MSRTC 'smart buses' to ensure safe travel: Minister Pratap Sarnaik

Hyderabad: Task force busts fake educational certificate racket

Hyderabad, May 15 (UNI) The sleuths of the Commissioner’s Task Force, West Zone Team, in coordination with Masab Tank Police, have busted a fake educational certificate racket by arresting three persons, including an advocate, a police release said here on Thursday.

#Hyderabad: Task force busts fake educational certificate racket

Punjab Kings pick Kyle Jamieson as replacement for injured Lockie Ferguson

Chandigarh, May 15 (UNI) Punjab Kings (PBKS) have picked Kyle Jamieson as a replacement for Lockie Ferguson, who is ruled out of the remainder of the TATA Indian Premier League (IPL) due to a hamstring injury.

#Punjab Kings pick Kyle Jamieson as replacement for injured Lockie Ferguson

Justice D Y Chandrachud appointed distinguished professor at NLU Delhi
New Delhi, May 15 (UNI) National Law University Delhi (NLU Delhi) has announced the appointment of former Chief Justice of India, Dr Justice D Y Chandrachud, as a Distinguished Professor.
#Justice D Y Chandrachud appointed distinguished professor at NLU Delhi

US sanctions 4 individuals over allegedly facilitating Hezbollah's finances - OFAC

Washington, May 15 (UNI) The US Department of the Treasury has sanctioned two senior officials of the Lebanese-based Shia movement Hezbollah, as well as two people allegedly facilitating the movement''s financial operations, the Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) said on Thursday.

#US sanctions 4 individuals over allegedly facilitating Hezbollah's finances - OFAC

Meghalaya makes sustain investments in IT : Chief Minister Sangma

Shillong, May 15 (UNI) Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad Sangma on Thursday said that his government is making sustained investments in the Information Technology (IT) sector as part of its broader vision to create a digitally empowered and economically self-reliant youth population.

#Meghalaya makes sustain investments in IT : Chief Minister Sangma

Omar Abdullah hints at revival of Tulbul Navigation Project amid IWT suspension
Srinagar, May 15 (UNI) With Indus Waters Treaty (IWT) in abeyance, Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Thursday wondered if the long-stalled Tulbul Navigation Project on the Wular Lake- Asia’s second largest freshwater lake -in Jammu and Kashmir’s Bandipora district would be resumed.
#Omar Abdullah hints at revival of Tulbul Navigation Project amid IWT suspension

Odisha: CRUT to introduce three Hydrogen fuel cell buses

Bhubaneswar, May 15 (UNI) In a major step towards promoting green and sustainable urban transport, the Capital Region Urban Transport (CRUT) will introduce three hydrogen fuel cell buses.

#Odisha: CRUT to introduce three Hydrogen fuel cell buses

Negotiations with US continuing, any trade deal has to be mutually beneficial: EAM Jaishankar
New Delhi, May 15 (UNI) Amid US President Donald Trump stating that India has offered the US a trade deal wherein “basically they are willing to literally charge us no tariff”, EAM S Jaishankar said today that negotiations with the US are still going on, and that any trade deal has to be mutually beneficial.
#Negotiations with US continuing #any trade deal has to be mutually beneficial: EAM Jaishankar

Maha: Govt acts against bogus ration card holders, cancel 18 lakh ration cards

Mumbai, May 15 (UNI) In a digital strike on bogus ration card holders, the Maharashtra government has cancelled 18 lakh ration cards so far in the state, officials said on Thursday.

#Maha: Govt acts against bogus ration card holders # cancel 18 lakh ration cards

US-based Testing Mavens opens new office in Infopark

Kochi, May 15 (UNI) US-based IT company Testing Mavens inaugurated its renovated office at Carnival Infopark, marking a milestone in the decade-old IT company, renowned for software testing as the main service.

#US-based Testing Mavens opens new office in Infopark

US approves 225 mln Dollar Foreign Military Sale to Turkiye for advanced missiles
Washington, May 15 (UNI) The United States has approved a 225 million Dollar Foreign Military Sale to Turkiye for Advanced Medium Range Air-to-Air Missiles (AMRAAM).
#US approves 225 mln Dollar Foreign Military Sale to Turkiye for advanced missiles

US President Donald Trump claims India is offering a ''no tariff'' deal; tells Apple CEO ''not to build in India''
Doha/New Delhi, May 15 (UNI) Even as India and the US are nearing a trade deal, US President Donald Trump has claimed that New Delhi has offered a deal wherein “basically they are willing to literally charge us no tariff’. He also said he has told Apple CEO Tim Cook “not to build in India”.
#US President Donald Trump claims India is offering a ''''no tariff'''' deal; tells Apple CEO ''''not to build in India''''

Some Muslims misusing marriage for selfishness, sexual gratification: HC
Prayagraj, May 15 (UNI) In an interim order, the Allahabad High Court has said that polygamy is permitted in Islam with certain conditions, but some Muslims are misusing Islamic law by marrying for their selfishness and sexual gratification.
#Some Muslims misusing marriage for selfishness #sexual gratification: HC

Rupee slips 27 paise against USD

Mumbai, May 15 (UNI) The Rupee on Thursday dropped 27 paise to close at 85.53 against USD on rising demand for US Dollar from foreign banks and exporters, dealers at the Forex Market said.

#Rupee slips 27 paise against USD

Meghalaya CM lays foundation stone of Indigenous Cultural Centre of Seng Khasi Kmie
Shillong, May 15 (UNI) Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad Sangma on Thursday laid the foundation stone for the Indigenous Cultural Centre of Seng Khasi Kmie, a socio-religious-cultural center of the indigenous Khasis belonging to the indigenous Khasi faith.
#Meghalaya CM lays foundation stone of Indigenous Cultural Centre of Seng Khasi Kmie

Real Madrid agree to pay Huijsen's £50m release clause

Madrid, May 15 (UNI) Real Madrid are set to sign Bournemouth centre-back Dean Huijsen after agreeing to pay the defender''s £50m release clause.

#Real Madrid agree to pay Huijsen's £50m release clause

SIPB approves 19 industrial projects worth Rs 33,720 crore

Vijayawada, May 15 (UNI) The 6th meeting of the State Investment Promotion Board (SIPB), chaired by Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu, held at the Secretariat in Amaravati, near here, on Thursday, approved 19 new industrial projects worth Rs 33,720 crore.

#SIPB approves 19 industrial projects worth Rs 33 #720 crore

Majhi assures raw material support for Steel Industry in Odisha
Bhubaneswar, May 15 (UNI) Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi has emphasized the state government''s commitment to providing raw materials and necessary facilities to companies establishing steel industries in Odisha.
#Majhi assures raw material support for Steel Industry in Odisha

FIFA President Infantino targets 1bn USD revenue for Women's WC

Geneva, May 15 (UNI) FIFA President Gianni Infantino has said world football''s governing body
is targeting one billion U.S. dollars revenue for the Women''s World Cup, with all the money to be
put back into the growth of women''s football.

#FIFA President Infantino targets 1bn USD revenue for Women's WC

Australian scientists use quantum computer to simulate real-time chemical reactions

Sydney, May 15 (UNI) Australian scientists have used a quantum computer to simulate how real molecules behave when exposed to light, opening the door to faster drug development, solar energy, and medical treatments, the University of Sydney said on Thursday.

#Australian scientists use quantum computer to simulate real-time chemical reactions

Trump says US will keep Bagram base in Afghanistan

Washington, May 15 (UNI) The United States will keep the Bagram base in Afghanistan, US President Donald Trump said on Thursday.

#Trump says US will keep Bagram base in Afghanistan

ETP blast at TN dyeing unit, over 20 hospitalised due to nausea, dizziness
Chennai, May 15 (UNI) More than 20 people were hospitalised after they complained of nausea and dizziness following a blast at an Effluent Treatment Plant (ET) at a dyeing unit in the Sipcot Industrial Estate in Cuddalore district of Tamil Nadu on Thursday.
#ETP blast at TN dyeing unit #over 20 hospitalised due to nausea #dizziness

Mustafizur to be granted NOC for two IPL matches, Shakib also to get nod for PSL

Dhaka, May 15 (UNI) Bangladesh''s left-arm paceman, Mustafizur Rahman, could get NOC (No Objection Certificate) for two matches out of the remaining three league-phase matches of the
Indian Premier League (IPL) franchise Delhi Capitals, who confirmed the signing of the pacer on
Wednesday.

#Mustafizur to be granted NOC for two IPL matches # Shakib also to get nod for PSL

HP: Woman murdered by husband, half-burnt body found in village courtyard

Shimla, May 15 (UNI) In a shocking case of alleged dowry harassment and mariticide, a 26-year-old woman was brutally murdered by her husband in Ghanperi village under the Shoghi Police Outpost in Shimla district.

#HP: Woman murdered by husband # half-burnt body found in village courtyard

18 suspected armed separatists in Indonesia killed in military strike

Jakarta, May 15 (UNI) The Indonesian military (TNI) said on Thursday that its patrol had shot and killed 18 suspected armed separatists in the country''s Intan Jaya regency of Central Papua province.

#18 suspected armed separatists in Indonesia killed in military strike

Pushing back illegal Bangladeshi begins through Tripura border

Agartala, May 14 (UNI) The process of pushing back illegal Bangladeshi nationals detained from different parts of the country during the nationwide crackdown operation against illegal immigrants following the Pahalgam terror attack has been pushed back through the Tripura border, police sources said here on Thursday.

#Pushing back illegal Bangladeshi begins through Tripura border

Space X to launch ninth test flight of Starship by next week, says Elon Musk

Hawthorne, May 15 (UNI) SpaceX is preparing to launch the ninth test flight of its Starship rocket as early as next week, according to SpaceX founder and CEO Elon Musk.

#Space X to launch ninth test flight of Starship by next week # says Elon Musk

Punjab: Sudanese student killed, another injured in Phagwara; Police nab all six accused within hours

Phagwara, May 15 (UNI) A 25-year-old Sudanese student was stabbed to death and another critically injured in a violent altercation near a private university in Phagwara in the early hours of Thursday, sending shockwaves through the international student community in the region.

#Punjab: Sudanese student killed # another injured in Phagwara; Police nab all six accused within hours

WTC Final: ICC unveils record USD 5.76 mn prize pool
Dubai, May 15 (UNI) With less than a month to go for the ICC World Test Championship Final between South Africa and Australia at Lord’s, the International Cricket Council on Thursday announced a record-breaking prize pool of USD 5.76 million for the 2023–25 cycle — more than double the amount offered in previous editions.
#WTC Final: ICC unveils record USD 5.76 mn prize pool

WTC Final: ICC unveils record USD 5.76 mn prize pool
Dubai, May 15 (UNI) With less than a month to go for the ICC World Test Championship Final between South Africa and Australia at Lord’s, the International Cricket Council on Thursday announced a record-breaking prize pool of USD 5.76 million for the 2023–25 cycle — more than double the amount offered in previous editions.
#WTC Final: ICC unveils record USD 5.76 mn prize pool

BRICS nations pledge deeper cooperation in transport, sustainable mobility, logistics

Brasilia, May 15 (UNI) BRICS countries have signed a joint declaration pledging deeper cooperation in transport infrastructure, sustainable mobility and logistics. The agreement was reached during a BRICS Transport Working Group meeting held in Brasilia on Wednesday, as Brazil holds the rotating presidency of the bloc.

#BRICS nations pledge deeper cooperation in transport # sustainable mobility # logistics

Modi against caste census, succumbed to Cong pressure: Rahul
Darbhanga (Bihar), May 15 (UNI) Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Thursday said Prime Minister Narendra Modi was against caste census but under his sustained pressure, announced a national-level enumeration.
#Modi against caste census #succumbed to Cong pressure: Rahul

Slipknot guitarist Jim Root says band looking for ‘fresh start’ after touring exhaustion
Los Angeles, May 15 (UNI) Jim Root, guitarist of the highly acclaimed American heavy metal band Slipknot, spoke about the band’s lack of music output since their recent lineup changes, attributing it to exhaustion from touring, adding that the band is looking for ‘a fresh start.’
The band, known for their horror themed masks, heavy riffs, bombastic drumming, incorporation of turntables and DJs, hip hop grooves, and their very aggressive vocals, first came into prominence in 1999 with their universally lauded eponymous debut which cemented them among the most renowned metal bands in the world.
#Slipknot guitarist Jim Root says band looking for ‘fresh start’ after touring exhaustion

Former Sri Lanka player Dassanayake earns second stint as USA coach
Colombo, May 15 (UNI) Former Sri Lanka and Canada international Pubudu Dassanayake has been appointed as the new head coach of USA''s men''s team.
#Former Sri Lanka player Dassanayake earns second stint as USA coach

Former Sri Lanka player Dassanayake earns second stint as USA coach
Colombo, May 15 (UNI) Former Sri Lanka and Canada international Pubudu Dassanayake has been appointed as the new head coach of USA''s men''s team.
#Former Sri Lanka player Dassanayake earns second stint as USA coach

Punjab Police bust smuggling racket running from jail, DSP held
Chandigarh, May 15 (UNI) The Sangrur police in Punjab has uncovered a well-organized smuggling racket operating from jail premises, and arrested a DSP-rank officer for his role in the racket, said DGP Punjab Gaurav Yadav on Thursday.
#Punjab Police bust smuggling racket running from jail #DSP held

Vientiane: Poisonous mushrooms kill 6 in northern Laos
Vientiane, May 15 (UNI) Health authorities in northern Laos'' Xayaboury province have issued a warning about poisonous wild mushrooms after six deaths were reported, urging the public to stay vigilant and take preventive measures to avoid further fatalities.
#Vientiane: Poisonous mushrooms kill 6 in northern Laos

Three civilians wounded in Ukrainian drone attack on Russia's Bryansk region: Governor

Moscow, May 15 (UNI) Three civilians were wounded in a Ukrainian drone attack on a village in Russia''s Bryansk Region, Governor Alexander Bogomaz said.

#Three civilians wounded in Ukrainian drone attack on Russia's Bryansk region: Governor

Death toll from tropical disease outbreak in northern Australia rises to 31
Sydney, May 15 (UNI) The death toll from an outbreak of a tropical disease linked to heavy rainfall and flooding in northern Australia has increased to 31.
#Death toll from tropical disease outbreak in northern Australia rises to 31

Five charred to death as pvt bus catches fire in Lucknow
Lucknow, May 15 (UNI) Five passengers were charred to death and one injured when a Delhi-bound private sleeper bus from Bihar caught fire in the Mohanlalganj area of the state capital of Uttar Pradesh, Lucknow, on Thursday, police sources said here.
#Five charred to death as pvt bus catches fire in Lucknow

Rupee down 29 paise against USD
Mumbai, May 15 (UNI) The Rupee on Thursday tumbled down 29 paise at 85.55 in the opening session on brisk demand for US dollars by bankers and importers at the Forex market.
#Rupee down 29 paise against USD

Rupee opens at 85.55, down 29 paise against USD.

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#Rupee opens at 85.55 # down 29 paise against USD.

Putin approves makeup of Russian delegation for talks with Ukraine in Istanbul
Moscow, May 15 (UNI) Russian President Vladimir Putin on Wednesday approved the composition of the Russian delegation for upcoming talks with Ukraine in Istanbul, Turkiye, according to a Kremlin statement.
#Putin approves makeup of Russian delegation for talks with Ukraine in Istanbul

Jairaj Ispat founder MD Goenka discusses with AP CM Naidu over upcoming facility in Kurnool

Vijayawada, May 14 (UNI) S K Goenka, Founder & MD of Jairaj Ispat Limited, and his senior management team met Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu here on Wednesday.

#Jairaj Ispat founder MD Goenka discusses with AP CM Naidu over upcoming facility in Kurnool

Arunachal Distts gear up for monsoon with robust preparedness measures

Itanagar, May 14 (UNI) The district administrations across Arunachal Pradesh have stepped up monsoon preparedness efforts ahead of the ensuing Southwest Monsoon, with a series of review meetings held in Likabali (Lower Siang), Basar (Leparada), and Yingkiong (Upper Siang) to assess readiness and strengthen disaster management mechanisms.

#Arunachal Distts gear up for monsoon with robust preparedness measures

Arunachal dists gear up for monsoon with robust preparedness measures

Itanagar, May 14 (UNI) The district administrations across Arunachal Pradesh have stepped up monsoon preparedness efforts ahead of the ensuing southwest monsoon, with a series of review meetings held in Likabali (Lower Siang), Basar (Leparada), and Yingkiong (Upper Siang) to assess readiness and strengthen disaster management mechanisms.

#Arunachal dists gear up for monsoon with robust preparedness measures

Telangana govt to simplify permit process for construction of various types of structures in 'Urban Core Region'

Hyderabad, May 14 (UNI) Telangana Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy emphasized on Wednesday that the permission process for the construction of various types of structures and other facilities within the Telangana Core Urban Region should be easy and simple.

#Telangana govt to simplify permit process for construction of various types of structures in 'Urban Core Region'

Maha: Prahar leader accuses govt of EVM fraud

Satara, May 14 (UNI) Prahar organisation''s leader and former minister, Bacchu Kadu, on Wednesday alleged that the BJP-led state government had concealed EVM (electronic voting machine) scam in the state assembly elections through the ''Ladki Bahin'' yojana.

#Maha: Prahar leader accuses govt of EVM fraud

Trump meets Syrian President Ahmad al-Sharaa in Riyadh, signaling shift in US foreign policy

Washington/Damascus, May 14 (UNI) In a dramatic shift in American foreign policy, US President Donald Trump met with Syria’s new leader, President Ahmad al-Sharaa, in Saudi Arabia—just hours after announcing the lifting of longstanding US sanctions on Damascus.

#Trump meets Syrian President Ahmad al-Sharaa in Riyadh # signaling shift in US foreign policy

Maha: DyCM wishes Justice Bhushan Gavai on becoming 52nd CJI

Mumbai, May 14 (UNI) Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde wished Justice Bhushan Gavai after he was sworn-in as the 52nd Chief Justice of India on Wednesday.

#Maha: DyCM wishes Justice Bhushan Gavai on becoming 52nd CJI

“K” becomes brand image for all entities of Kerala Industries Dept

Thiruvananthapuram, May 14 (UNI) All establishments under the Department of Industries & Commerce and Public Sector Undertakings (PSUs) in Kerala will carry the common branding element “K” in the light green shade of the coconut leaf, giving greater visibility to the state’s sustainable and competitive entrepreneurial landscape.

#“K” becomes brand image for all entities of Kerala Industries Dept

Rajasthan: Threat email prompts evacuation of Baran District Collectorate, nothing suspicious found
Baran, May 14 (UNI) Throwing authorities into a tizzy, a threat email warning that Rajasthan''s Baran district collectorate mini secretariat complex should be immediately vacated prompted the administration and the police to evacuate the premises on Wednesday afternoon.
#Rajasthan: Threat email prompts evacuation of Baran District Collectorate #nothing suspicious found

Maha: Court rejects terror accused's plea to attend mother's last rites

Mumbai, May 14 (UNI) A special court has rejected a plea of an accused in the Aurangabad arms haul case seeking temporary bail to him to attend his mother’s final rites while observing that one has to be ‘equally emotional for the motherland'', according to the copy of the order which was made available on Wednesday.

#Maha: Court rejects terror accused's plea to attend mother's last rites

Digha Jagannath Dham controversy takes a serious turn

Puri, May 14 (UNI) The controversy surrounding the Digha Jagannath Dham has intensified following recent revelations by Premananda Das, Director of Communications at ISKCON.

#Digha Jagannath Dham controversy takes a serious turn

Punjab Minister suspends Dera Bassi EO for dereliction of duty

Chandigarh, May 14 (UNI) Taking stern action against dereliction of duty, Punjab''s Local Government Minister Ravjot Singh on Wednesday suspended the Executive Officer (EO) of Dera Bassi after finding lack of progress in cleanliness initiatives.

#Punjab Minister suspends Dera Bassi EO for dereliction of duty

Delhi Capitals sign Bangladesh pacer Mustafizur Rahman as replacement
New Delhi, May 14 (UNI) Delhi Capitals on Wednesday announced the signing of Bangladesh pacer Mustafizur Rahman as a replacement for Australian opener Jake Fraser-McGurk, who will be unavailable for the remainder of the IPL 2025 season.
#Delhi Capitals sign Bangladesh pacer Mustafizur Rahman as replacement

BJP, BRS acting as distraction gangs to derail welfare focus: TPCC

Hyderabad, May 14 (UNI) Telangana Pradesh Congress Committee (TPCC) spokesperson Syed Nizamuddin on Wednesday alleged that the BJP and BRS are acting as “distraction gangs,” aiming to divert public attention from the Congress government’s growing popularity and its welfare initiatives.

#BJP # BRS acting as distraction gangs to derail welfare focus: TPCC

BJD demands immediate Justice for Pipili gang rape victim

Bhubaneswar, May 14 (UNI) The Biju Janata Dal (BJD) has demanded immediate and appropriate justice for the victim in the Pipili minor gang rape case.

#BJD demands immediate Justice for Pipili gang rape victim

CM Revanth Reddy to inaugurate Saraswati Pushkara Ghat at Kaleshwaram on May 15
Hyderabad, May 14 (UNI) Telangana Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy will inaugurate the Saraswati Pushkara Ghat at Triveni Sangam in Kaleshwaram, Jayashankar Bhupalpally district, on the occasion of the Saraswati Pushkaram, which begins on May 15.
#CM Revanth Reddy to inaugurate Saraswati Pushkara Ghat at Kaleshwaram on May 15

Iran set to invest $5 bn into Afghanistan’s iron ore sector to expand steel industry

Tehran / Kabul, May 14 (UNI) Iran is set to invest over 5 billion dollars into Afghanistan’s iron ore sector, eyeing the country’s rich mineral reserves as a catalyst for regional power and economic integration.

#Iran set to invest $5 bn into Afghanistan’s iron ore sector to expand steel industry

Growing prominence of Life science industry impacts Real Estate development growth globally : CBRE Report

Hyderabad, May 14 (UNI) The growing prominence of the life sciences industry has significantly impacted the growth of real estate development globally, with more than 35 million sq. ft. of lab/research and development (R&D) properties under construction last year, said CBRE, world’s leading real estate consulting firm, in its report ‘Global Life Sciences Atlas,’ released on Wednesday.

#Growing prominence of Life science industry impacts Real Estate development growth globally : CBRE Report

TCS partners with Khan Bank to enhance customer experience and propel innovation

Hyderabad, May 14 (UNI) Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), a global leader in IT services, consulting, and business solutions, on Wednesday said it has entered into a strategic alliance with Mongolia’s Khan Bank to help modernize its core digital banking platform and transform its banking operations.

#TCS partners with Khan Bank to enhance customer experience and propel innovation

How Football Clubs Use Sports Psychology to Improve Performance





Rupee rises 16 paise against USD

Mumbai, May 14 (UNI) The rupee on Wednesday gained 16 paise to close positive at 85.26 against USD on brisk sell-off of the greenback by foreign banks and importers, dealers at the Forex Market said.

#Rupee rises 16 paise against USD



NDB President Dilma Rousseff urges return to multilateral cooperation

Beijing/Brasilia, May 14 (UNI) The BRICS-led New Development Bank (NDB) firmly rejects “unilateral approaches” and coercive economic policies, said NDB President Dilma Rousseff at the CELAC-China Forum in Beijing, warning that such tactics threaten global stability and development.

#NDB President Dilma Rousseff urges return to multilateral cooperation

Declining female fertility causing India to age faster: Expert

Pune, May 14 (UNI) The female fertility level in India has dropped below replacement level sooner than in many developed countries, causing premature ageing of the population said Dr Naresh Purohit , advisor for National Reproductive and Child Health Programme (RCH) in a press release here today.

#Declining female fertility causing India to age faster: Expert



Justice B R Gavai sworn-in as 52nd Chief Justice of India

New Delhi, May 14 (UNI) In a significant moment for India’s judiciary, Justice Bhushan Ramkrishna Gavai was sworn in as the 52nd Chief Justice of India (CJI) on Wednesday.

#Justice B R Gavai sworn-in as 52nd Chief Justice of India



Australia maintain big lead after annual ODI rankings update

Dubai, May 14 (UNI) England and India have made inroads though Australia has maintained their massive lead at the top of the ICC Women''s ODI team rankings following the annual made
by the ICC on Wednesday.

#Australia maintain big lead after annual ODI rankings update



Australia maintain big lead after annual ODI rankings update

Dubai, May 14 (UNI) England and India have made inroads though Australia has maintained their massive lead at the top of the ICC Women''s ODI team rankings following the annual made
by the ICC on Wednesday.

#Australia maintain big lead after annual ODI rankings update

Magma ties up with Toyota Tsusho to boost presence in vehicle insurance market

Mumbai, May 14 (UNI) Magma General Insurance Limited (Magma), a prominent player in India''s general insurance sector, has forged a strategic partnership with Toyota Tsusho Insurance Broker India Pvt Ltd (TTIBI) to enhance its presence in the passenger car insurance market.

#Magma ties up with Toyota Tsusho to boost presence in vehicle insurance market



Pahalgam attack severely impacts tourism, thousands jobless

Srinagar, May 14 (UNI) The last month''s terrorist attack at Pahalgam in the Kashmir Valley has severely impacted the region''s economy, leading to job losses.

#Pahalgam attack severely impacts tourism #thousands jobless



IIT Madras, ESC UK to work on Net Zero innovation, sustainability

Chennai, May 14 (UNI) The IIT Madras Energy Consortium has signed a MoU with Energy Systems Catapult (ESC), a leading UK government-backed innovation Centre supporting the transition to a net-zero energy system, to work on energy innovation and sustainability.

#IIT Madras #ESC UK to work on Net Zero innovation #sustainability

Cannes bans nudity and excessively voluminous outfits on Red Carpet

Cannes, May 14 (UNI) As the 78th Cannes Film Festival unfurls its famed crimson carpet, organisers have codified new sartorial regulations, firmly prohibiting full nudity and garments deemed "excessively voluminous".

#Cannes bans nudity and excessively voluminous outfits on Red Carpet



Australian PM Albanese departs for Indonesia in first foreign visit in second term

Canberra, May 14 (UNI) Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has departed for Indonesia on his first international visit since winning re-election. Albanese on Wednesday evening flew to Jakarta to meet with Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto.

#Australian PM Albanese departs for Indonesia in first foreign visit in second term

Arunachal: Young woman held with suspected heroin in Ziro

Itanagar, May 14 (UNI) In a swift operation, the Lower Subansiri district police has arrested a 22-year-old woman for allegedly peddling suspected heroin in Ziro-Hapoli area of Arunachal Pradesh, the district Superintendent of Police Keni Bagra said on Wednesday.

#Arunachal: Young woman held with suspected heroin in Ziro

Thunderstorm with lightning, gusty winds likely in Telangana in next 5 days: Met

Hyderabad, May 14 (UNI) Thunderstorms accompanied by lightning and gusty winds with speed ranging from 30-60 kmph are likely to occur at isolated places in Telangana during the next five days, the Meteorological Centre said on Wednesday.

#Thunderstorm with lightning # gusty winds likely in Telangana in next 5 days: Met



Air Customs intelligence unit seizes drugs worth Rs 40 crore at Karipur International Airport

Malappuram, May 14 (UNI) In a major drug bust, the Air Customs intelligence unit sleuths, seized 34 KG of Hybrid Ganja (Cannabis) and 15 KG of drug laced chocolates, cake and cream biscuits, valued around Rs 40 crore, from three women passengers, who arrived from Thailand via Kuala Lumpur on Air Asia AK 33 flight at Karipur International Airport, on Wednesday.

#Air Customs intelligence unit seizes drugs worth Rs 40 crore at Karipur International Airport



Minister Ponguleti S Reddy meets Governor Varma; discusses key welfare schemes

Hyderabad, May 14 (UNI) Telangana Revenue, Housing, Information and Public Relations Minister Ponguleti Srinivas Reddy paid a courtesy call on Governor Jishnudev Varma on Wednesday.

#Minister Ponguleti S Reddy meets Governor Varma; discusses key welfare schemes

US PGA tee-times - McIlroy and Scheffler together

Charlotte (USA), May 14 (UNI) Masters champion Rory McIlroy will play alongside world number one Scottie Scheffler and defending champion Xander Schauffele in the opening two rounds of the US PGA Championship.

#US PGA tee-times - McIlroy and Scheffler together



Afghan interim gov''t delegation leaves Kabul for Russia

Kabul, May 14 (UNI) The Afghan interim government''s high-ranking delegation led by Mullah Abdul Ghani Baradar Akhund, the Deputy Prime Minister on Economic Affairs left Kabul for Russia on Wednesday to attend the 16th Kazan Economic Forum, the state-run Radio and Television of Afghanistan (RTA) reported.

#Afghan interim gov''t delegation leaves Kabul for Russia



Justice BR Gavai takes oath as 52nd Chief Justice of India

New Delhi, May 14 (UNI) Justice Bhushan Ramkrishna Gavai on Wednesday took over as the 52nd Chief Justice of India.

#Justice BR Gavai takes oath as 52nd Chief Justice of India

Woman lawyer attacked: Bar Association suspends membership of Beyline Das

Thiruvananthapurm, May 14 (UNI) The membership of Advocate Beyline Das, who allegedly physically assaulted a young woman lawyer working at his office, has been suspended by the Trivandrum Bar Association.

#Woman lawyer attacked: Bar Association suspends membership of Beyline Das



One of the hardest tours: Luus'' verdict on SL tri-series

Durban, May 14 (UNI) Following a disappointing showing in the tri-series by South Africa, where the South Africa Women won only one out of their four fixtures, all-rounder Sune Luus gave an honest reflection of the tournament conditions in the subcontinent.

#One of the hardest tours: Luus'''' verdict on SL tri-series



One of the hardest tours: Luus'' verdict on SL tri-series

Durban, May 14 (UNI) Following a disappointing showing in the tri-series by South Africa, where the South Africa Women won only one out of their four fixtures, all-rounder Sune Luus gave an honest reflection of the tournament conditions in the subcontinent.

#One of the hardest tours: Luus'''' verdict on SL tri-series



US urges India, Pakistan to ''maintain direct communication'' for regional stability

Washington/New Delhi, May 14 (UNI) The US has welcomed the ceasefire between India and Pakistan and also urged both sides to “maintain direct communication” to preserve regional stability.

#US urges India #Pakistan to ''maintain direct communication'' for regional stability



6.4-magnitude quake hits 137 km W of Neiafu, Tonga: USGS

Hong Kong, May 14 (UNI) An earthquake with a magnitude of 6.4 jolted 137 km W of Neiafu, Tonga at 04:15:38 GMT on Wednesday, the U.S. Geological Survey said.

#6.4-magnitude quake hits 137 km W of Neiafu #Tonga: USGS



India rejects China''s ''vain and preposterous attempts'' at renaming Arunachal Pradesh places

New Delhi, May 14 (UNI) India today slammed China for its “vain and preposterous attempts” to name places in Arunachal Pradesh, and rejected the move saying such creative naming will not alter the reality of the North East state being an integral part of India.

#India rejects China''s ''vain and preposterous attempts'' at renaming Arunachal Pradesh places



Rupee advances 37 paise against USD

Mumbai, May 14 (UNI) The Rupee on Wednesday posted a 37 paise gain at 85.05 in the opening session on selling of US Dollar by bankers and exporters at the Forex Market informed.

#Rupee advances 37 paise against USD

Rupee opens at 85.05, up 37 paise against USD.

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#Rupee opens at 85.05 # up 37 paise against USD.



6.1-magnitude quake hits 15 km S of Fry, Greece: USGS

New York, May 14 (UNI) An earthquake with a magnitude of 6.1 jolted 15 km S of Fry, Greece at 22:51:16 GMT on Tuesday, the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) said.

#6.1-magnitude quake hits 15 km S of Fry #Greece: USGS

Special zones must be created for green energy generation: Manohar Lal Khattar

Mumbai, May 13 (UNI) To reach the goal of increasing the country''s nuclear power generation to 100 gigawatts by 2047, every state needs to create special zones for generating green energy and achieve ‘net zero emissions, said Union Power Minister Manohar Lal Khattar on Tuesday.

#Special zones must be created for green energy generation: Manohar Lal Khattar



US, SA sign $142B defense sales agreement: WH

Washington, May 13 (UNI) US President Donald Trump and Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman signed on Tuesday a strategic economic partnership document between the two countries, media reports said.

#US #SA sign $142B defense sales agreement: WH



Saudi Arabia approves use of Starlink for maritime, aviation purposes - Musk

Washington, May 13 (UNI) Saudi Arabia has approved the use of Starlink satellite internet for maritime and aviation purposes, SpaceX CEO Elon Musk said on Tuesday.

#Saudi Arabia approves use of Starlink for maritime #aviation purposes - Musk



US secures $600bln in Saudi investment during Trump''s visit - White House

Washington, May 13 (UNI) Saudi Arabia will invest $600 billion in the US economy, the White House said on Tuesday during President Donald Trump''s visit to the country.

#US secures $600bln in Saudi investment during Trump''s visit - White House



President Trump says US brokered the India-Pakistan ceasefire, and used trade to achieve it

Riyadh/New Delhi, May 13 (UNI) US President Donald Trump today reiterated that his administration brokered a “historic ceasefire” between India and Pakistan, and used trade to a large extent to achieve it.

#President Trump says US brokered the India-Pakistan ceasefire #and used trade to achieve it

Industries worth Rs10k Cr to be established in Balasore

Bhubaneswar, May 13 (UNI) Industries worth Rs.10,000 crore will be set up in Mayurbhanj district, Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi announced on Tuesday.

#Industries worth Rs10k Cr to be established in Balasore