Strengthening India-Russia Ties: Key Discussions Between Jaishankar and Lavrov
New Delhi, May 14: Significant discussions aimed at reinforcing the strategic partnership between India and Russia took place on Wednesday in New Delhi. External Affairs Minister Dr. S. Jaishankar met with Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov to exchange views on various critical topics, including trade, energy, connectivity, science and technology, and global issues. In a ... Read more Strengthening India-Russia Ties: Key Discussions Between Jaishankar and Lavrov
Refreshing Hibiscus Tea: A Natural Remedy for Summer Fatigue and Stress
New Delhi, May 14: The rising temperatures across various regions of India are leading to numerous physical and mental health issues. Fatigue, stress, and digestive problems have become common complaints. Health experts recommend hibiscus tea as an excellent natural remedy to combat these issues. This vibrant red tea made from hibiscus flowers not only cools ... Read more Refreshing Hibiscus Tea: A Natural Remedy for Summer Fatigue and Stress
Piyush Goyal Urges Industry Associations to Leverage FTA Opportunities
New Delhi, May 14: Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal emphasized the importance of leveraging Indias expanding Free Trade Agreement (FTA) network during a meeting with over 1,000 representatives from industry associations on Wednesday. In a post on X, the minister highlighted the need for early preparation, exploring new markets, strengthening Brand India, improving quality ... Read more Piyush Goyal Urges Industry Associations to Leverage FTA Opportunities
Kapil Dev and Amandeep Johal Discuss Golfs Role in Transforming Delhi into a Global City
New Delhi, May 14: Kapil Dev, the Padma Bhushan awardee and President of the Professional Golf Tour of India (PGTI), along with PGTI CEO Amandeep Johal, met with Delhis Lieutenant Governor, Tarunjeet Singh Sandhu. They discussed how golf can contribute to Delhis ambition of becoming a world-class global city. During the meeting, the honorable Lieutenant ... Read more Kapil Dev and Amandeep Johal Discuss Golfs Role in Transforming Delhi into a Global City
Sharp hike in gold, silver duties to reduce imports
Govt move aimed at conserving foreign exchange reserves New Delhi: The government sharply raised import tariffs on gold and silver to 15% from 6% on Wednesday, as it looked to curb non-essential imports and conserve foreign exchange reserves strained by higher oil and fertiliser purchases amid the West Asia conflict. The hike follows a rare []
NEET (UG) paper leak: CBI arrests 5, protests intensify
New Delhi/Jaipur: The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) arrested five persons and conducted searches at multiple locations across the country in the NEET UG paper leak case as protests over cancellation of the examination intensified on Wednesday and the chorus for Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhans resignation grew louder. One of the accused arrested in Jaipur []
Tamil Nadu, Uttar Pradesh top logistics performance ranking, Mizoram and Delhi also lead
The LEADS 2025 report has unveiled the logistics champions of India, with Tamil Nadu, Uttar Pradesh, Mizoram, and Delhi being hailed as 'exemplars'. Gujarat and Kerala are also making waves as 'high performers' among an elite group of 11 states, reflecting their exceptional efforts in logistics development.
SpiceJet seeks Supreme Court approval to submit land title as security
SpiceJet has challenged the Delhi High Court's May 4 and March 18 orders rejecting its request to furnish an unencumbered plot of land in Gurugram as security. The HC had directed the airline to immediately comply with its earlier order to deposit the amount and imposed a cost of 50,000 for repeatedly seeking modification of the deposit direction.
SC: Majoritarianism cant trump constitutionalism in democracy
Courts can interfere if practices violate public order, morality New Delhi: Underlining that majoritarianism cannot trump constitutionalism in a constitutional democracy, the Supreme Court on Wednesday said courts can interfere if practices violate public order, morality or health. The Centre submitted that the scope of judicial review in religious matters is very restricted and such []
Amul, Mother Dairy hike milk prices by Rs 2/litre, others may follow suit
New Delhi: Amul and Mother Dairy Indias largest dairy product retailers on Wednesday hiked milk prices by Rs 2 per litre, intensifying inflationary pressures already fuelled by the war and squeezing household budgets. The increase, the second by the two dairy cooperatives in 13 months, is expected to prompt similar hikes by regional Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Benjamin Netanyahus Secret Visit to UAE Marks Historic Progress in Relations
New Delhi, May 14: Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu made a covert visit to the United Arab Emirates during Operation Roaring Lion. He met with UAE President Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed, marking a significant milestone in the relationship between the two nations. According to an official post from the Israeli Prime Ministers office on social ... Read more Benjamin Netanyahus Secret Visit to UAE Marks Historic Progress in Relations
Iran Foreign Minister Araghchi begins 3-day India visit
Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi is in New Delhi for crucial BRICS talks, focusing on the escalating West Asian crisis and its impact on global energy. He will hold bilateral discussions with India's S Jaishankar, likely addressing the Strait of Hormuz. The meeting, hosted by India, aims to foster dialogue on global cooperation and economic governance amidst regional tensions.
Nitin Gadkari Assures Punjab CM of Timely Completion of Highway Projects
New Delhi, May 14: Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways, Nitin Gadkari, met with Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann on Wednesday. During their discussion, Gadkari assured the Chief Minister that long-pending highway and flyover projects in the state would be completed soon. The infrastructure projects under review include those in Makhhu, Adamapur, and Bhawani ... Read more Nitin Gadkari Assures Punjab CM of Timely Completion of Highway Projects
Indian Government Launches Mizoram Ginger Mission to Boost Farmers Income
New Delhi, May 14: The Minister for Development of the Northeastern Region, Jyotiraditya M. Scindia, launched the Mizoram Ginger Mission on Wednesday. This initiative is a convergence-based effort worth 189.79 crores aimed at enhancing ginger cultivation and its value chain in the state. The central minister emphasized that while the Geographical Indication (GI) certified Mizo ... Read more Indian Government Launches Mizoram Ginger Mission to Boost Farmers Income
CBSE Says On Screen Marking Improved Accuracy and Transparency
Delhi police arrest influencer over social media post
CBI Uncovers Ghost Employee Scam in Delhi Night Shelters; FIR Filed
CBSE Class XII: Fewer students score above 90%, 95% in 2026
How past high scorers swapped all-nighters for smart habits
CM Congratulates CBSE Students, Urges Others Not to Lose Heart
Foot overbridge opens for seamless connectivity at Sarai Kale Khan
Three killed, including child, in Alipur hit-and-run; dumper driver held
Delhi Police Sees Major Reshuffle
New Chiefs For Law & Order, Crime And Traffic
Iranian Foreign Minister Arrives in New Delhi for BRICS Meeting
New Delhi, May 13: Iranian Foreign Minister Seyyed Abbas Araghchi was warmly welcomed upon his arrival in New Delhi on Wednesday evening for the BRICS Foreign Ministers meeting. Ministry spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal shared images on the social media platform X, highlighting the cordial reception of Araghchi, who is in the city to participate in discussions ... Read more Iranian Foreign Minister Arrives in New Delhi for BRICS Meeting
Irans Foreign Minister Araghchi arrives in Delhi to attend BRICS FMs meeting
Iran FM Araghchi reaches Delhi as Khamenei funeral preparations intensify
Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi arrived in New Delhi on Wednesday to attend the BRICS Foreign Ministers Meeting amid continuing instability across West Asia following the US-Israel conflict involving Iran. The Iranian Embassy in India confirmed the visit in a post on X, stating that Araghchi would participate in discussions with foreign ministers from Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Elderly accountant honey trapped, abducted and robbed by a woman, her accomplices
Curb dissemination of pornographic content through apps, Delhi HC tells Google, Apple
Petitioner says such apps are easily accessible to children
India Secures Extradition Of Fugitive Prabhdeep Singh From Azerbaijan
Strengthening India-South Africa Strategic Partnership: Jaishankar Meets Ronald Lamola
New Delhi, May 13: External Affairs Minister Dr. S. Jaishankar described his meeting with South African Foreign Minister Ronald Lamola as productive. The discussion focused on enhancing the strategic partnership, addressing multilateral issues, and strengthening institutional cooperation between the two nations. In a post on the social media platform X, Minister Jaishankar expressed his pleasure ... Read more Strengthening India-South Africa Strategic Partnership: Jaishankar Meets Ronald Lamola
Hostile witnesses, hazy footage lead to acquittal of 4 in Delhi riots murder case
Delhi police investigate IPL ticket scandal
Delhi Police arrested social media influencer Dr Neelam Singh alias The Skin Doctor. She allegedly posted tweets targeting the Kapur family. This followed the death of businessman Sunjay Kapur in London. His mother had requested a criminal investigation into the circumstances of his passing. The police are continuing their investigation into the matter.
India-Russia discuss energy, trade and global tensions as BRICS ministers gather in Delhi
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar met Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov for productive talks. They discussed bilateral cooperation in energy and trade. The meeting also covered the West Asia crisis and the Ukraine conflict. India and Russia share an interest in strengthening multipolarity. Other BRICS foreign ministers also arrived for a conclave.
55-yr-old held for posing as mechanic, attacking residents in northwest Delhi
DDA steps up desilting, pumping measures to prevent monsoon waterlogging
Fake visa dreams, club connections: Man dupes Delhi resident of Rs 9.25 lakh, held
Sainik Farms kidnapping: Two arrested, Rs 4 lakh recovered
Iran Considers India a Friend Country Amid Regional Tensions
New Delhi, May 13: Irans Deputy Foreign Minister for Legal and International Affairs, Kazem Gharibabadi, referred to India as a friend country on Wednesday. He stated that Tehran and New Delhi are actively working to ensure safe passage for more Indian vessels through the Strait of Hormuz amidst ongoing regional tensions. During a conversation with ... Read more Iran Considers India a Friend Country Amid Regional Tensions
Opposition Intensifies Criticism Over NEET Exam Paper Leak, Questions Governments Intentions
New Delhi, May 13: The political climate has heated up following the decision to cancel the NEET UG 2026 examination due to a paper leak. Opposition parties have targeted the central government, the National Testing Agency (NTA), and the Education Minister. Parties such as Shiv Sena (UBT), Trinamool Congress (TMC), and Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) ... Read more Opposition Intensifies Criticism Over NEET Exam Paper Leak, Questions Governments Intentions
VHP Condemns Udhayanidhi Stalins Anti-Sanatana Remarks in Tamil Nadu Assembly
New Delhi, May 13: The Vishva Hindu Parishad (VHP) has strongly condemned the alleged anti-Sanatana remarks made by Udhayanidhi Stalin in the Tamil Nadu Assembly. The VHP has demanded the immediate removal of these comments from the assembly proceedings. VHPs Joint General Secretary Surendra Jain referred to a statement by the organizations International President Alok ... Read more VHP Condemns Udhayanidhi Stalins Anti-Sanatana Remarks in Tamil Nadu Assembly
Several Flights Diverted As Rain, Hail Hit Delhi-NCR
Several Flights Diverted As Rain, Hail Hit Delhi-NCR
Liam Dawson Bids Farewell to First-Class Cricket to Focus on White-Ball Format
New Delhi, May 13: English all-rounder Liam Dawson has announced his retirement from first-class cricket, marking the end of an impressive chapter in his career. The Hampshire and England player revealed his decision on Wednesday, stating that he aims to extend his career in white-ball cricket. The 36-year-old will continue to participate in T20 Blast ... Read more Liam Dawson Bids Farewell to First-Class Cricket to Focus on White-Ball Format
Kerala CM Announcement Set for May 14
New Delhi, May 13: Nearly ten days after the Kerala election results, the Congress party has announced that discussions regarding the Chief Ministerial candidate have been finalized, with an official announcement scheduled for Thursday. A high-level meeting of Congress leaders took place in Delhi, attended by party president Mallikarjun Kharge, Rahul Gandhi, and other senior ... Read more Kerala CM Announcement Set for May 14
Tamil Nadu, UP and Mizoram outperform other states in logistics performance ranking
Four states and Union Territories are top performers in logistics for 2025. Tamil Nadu, Uttar Pradesh, Mizoram, and Delhi are named 'exemplars'. Eleven others are 'high performers'. Eighteen are 'accelerators' showing improvement. Four are 'growth seekers' developing their systems. This ranking aids logistics reforms.
CBSE Class 12 Results: 85.20% Pass Rate, Girls Outperform Boys
New Delhi, May 13: A positive update has emerged for students who appeared for the CBSE Class 12 board examinations. The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) announced the results for the Intermediate (Class 12) board exams on Wednesday. Students eagerly awaiting their results can now check their scores and download their scorecards from the ... Read more CBSE Class 12 Results: 85.20% Pass Rate, Girls Outperform Boys
BEL Invites Applications for Assistant Security Officer Positions
New Delhi, May 13: Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL) has officially announced the recruitment of seven Assistant Security Officer (ASO) positions in Grade E-I. The notification was released on Wednesday, inviting eligible candidates to apply. The vacancies include 2 for Unreserved (UR), 3 for Other Backward Classes (OBC-NCL), 1 for Scheduled Caste (SC), and 1 for ... Read more BEL Invites Applications for Assistant Security Officer Positions
NTPC Limited Recruitment: Notification for 52 Engineering Executive Trainee Positions Released
New Delhi, May 13: A significant opportunity has emerged for those seeking government jobs. NTPC Limited has issued a short notification for the recruitment of eligible candidates for a total of 52 Engineering Executive Trainee (EET) positions in the E-I grade across various subjects. The vacancies include 25 positions in Mining Engineering and 27 in ... Read more NTPC Limited Recruitment: Notification for 52 Engineering Executive Trainee Positions Released
Trivandrum Tops CBSE Class 12 Results, Chennai Follows
New Delhi, May 13: The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has announced the results for the Class 12 board examinations, with the Trivandrum region achieving the highest pass percentage in the country at 95.62%. Chennai secured the second position with a pass percentage of 93.84%, while Bengaluru came in third with 93.19%. The Vijayawada ... Read more Trivandrum Tops CBSE Class 12 Results, Chennai Follows
NTPC Limited Invites Applications for 25 Engineer Positions
New Delhi, May 13: NTPC Limited has officially announced the recruitment of eligible candidates for 25 contract-based engineer positions in the fields of contracts and materials. The vacancies include 13 for UR, 2 for EWS, 6 for OBC, 3 for SC, and 1 for ST. The online application process commenced on May 11 and will ... Read more NTPC Limited Invites Applications for 25 Engineer Positions
Over 17,000 Students Score 95% or Higher in CBSE Class 12 Exams
New Delhi, May 13: The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has released the results for the Class 12 board examinations for 2026, revealing that over 90,000 students scored 90% or more, with more than 17,000 achieving 95% or above. However, the board has reiterated that it will not publish a merit list this year. ... Read more Over 17,000 Students Score 95% or Higher in CBSE Class 12 Exams
CBSE Class 12 Results: Kendriya Vidyalayas Shine, Decline in Overseas Performance
New Delhi, May 13: This year, 85.20% of students passed the CBSE Class 12 board examinations. Among the various institutions, Kendriya Vidyalayas and Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalayas once again achieved the best results, with Kendriya Vidyalayas topping the list at a pass percentage of 98.55%. Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalayas followed closely with a pass percentage of 98.47%. ... Read more CBSE Class 12 Results: Kendriya Vidyalayas Shine, Decline in Overseas Performance
Indian Army Invites Applications for Engineering Graduates
New Delhi, May 13: A remarkable opportunity has emerged for youth wishing to serve the nation. The Indian Army has invited applications from unmarried male engineering graduates for a permanent commission in the 144th Technical Graduate Course (TGC-144), starting in January 2027. A total of 30 positions are available. According to the announcement by the ... Read more Indian Army Invites Applications for Engineering Graduates
Mother Dairy Raises Milk Prices Following Amuls Lead
New Delhi, May 13: Following Amul Indias recent price hike, Mother Dairy has also increased its milk prices. The new rates, effective from May 14, 2026, reflect an increase of 2 per liter. A spokesperson for Mother Dairy stated that the cost of purchasing milk from farmers has risen by approximately 6% over the past ... Read more Mother Dairy Raises Milk Prices Following Amuls Lead
Elon Musk Joins Trump on Air Force One for Beijing Summit with Xi Jinping
New Delhi, May 13: Billionaire entrepreneur Elon Musk confirmed on Wednesday that he is traveling to Beijing aboard Air Force One with U.S. President Donald Trump and several prominent American business leaders. Musk will participate in a significant summit with Chinese President Xi Jinping. The CEO of Tesla announced his trip via a post on ... Read more Elon Musk Joins Trump on Air Force One for Beijing Summit with Xi Jinping
Cong. high command defers announcement of Kerala CM designate to Thursday
High command asks Congress MLAs-elect to report to Indira Bhavan in Thiruvananthapuram, even as Congress workers congregate in front of the houses of Venugopal, Chennithala and Satheesan in anticipation of the momentous announcement from New Delhi
ICLASS Job Alert: 158 Vacancies for Security Screeners Starting May 18
New Delhi, May 13: AAI Cargo Logistics and Allied Services Company Limited (ICLASS) has announced an official notification for the recruitment of 158 Security Screeners (Freshers) on a fixed-term contract basis at various airport deployment locations. The vacancies for Security Screeners include 17 positions in Dehradun, 25 in Kolkata, 37 in Patna, 28 in Trichy, ... Read more ICLASS Job Alert: 158 Vacancies for Security Screeners Starting May 18
Delhi-NCR weather: Delhi and the NCR region saw cloudy skies, light rain, and strong winds on Wednesday. The India Meteorological Department issued an orange alert for thunderstorms, lightning, and hailstorms. This weather brought some relief from the summer heat. Thunderstorm activity is expected to continue. Temperatures dropped slightly across the city. Air quality remained in the moderate category.
IPL 2026: Fielding Gives You Confidence To Perform In Both Batting And Bowling, Says Anukul
Kolkata Knight Riders: Kolkata Knight Riders spin-bowling allrounder Anukul Roy has said the role of fielding in boosting confidence across both batting and bowling has been huge, as the three-time champions aim to keep themselves alive in the race to playoffs in IPL 2026. Roys good time in IPL 2026 continued when he took out Pathum Nissanka (50) and Tristan Stubbs (2) in the same over, while taking a brilliant catch of captain Axar Patel to play a vital hand in KKR getting their fourth straight win with an eight-wicket victory over Delhi Capitals last week. Fielding gives you confidence to perform, both in batting and bowling. If the fielding is good, you get a different kind of confidence from within while bowling. So for me, it is extremely important and really helps my performance, Roy said in a pre-game chat with the broadcasters, ahead of their clash against Royal Challengers Bengaluru. On sharing the spin bowling unit with Sunil Narine and Varun Chakaravarthy, Roy added, I get to learn a lot, things like what field positions to take in the Powerplay, how to bowl, how much variation to use, what kind of seam ball to bowl. I keep discussing all these things with Sunil Narine and Varun bhai. We also talk about how to bowl between the (715 overs) and how to use fielders, what kind of deliveries to bowl. We keep having these discussions among ourselves. On sharing the spin bowling unit with Sunil Narine and Varun Chakaravarthy, Roy added, I get to learn a lot, things like what field positions to take in the Powerplay, how to bowl, how much variation to use, what kind of seam ball to bowl. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Asked about Chakravarthys availability, especially with the wrist spinner seen limping while bowling in New Delhi, Roy said, I dont have an idea about that yet, but we will get to know after the toss, around toss time. Article Source: IANS
Parts Of Delhi See Light Rain, Orange Alert Issued For Thunderstorms, Hail
The warning was forwarded to the Delhi State Disaster Management Authority (SDMA), with authorities advising residents to follow safety guidelines during the thunderstorm activity.
CBI Arrests Five in NEET UG-2026 Paper Leak Scandal
New Delhi, May 13: The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has swiftly acted in the NEET UG-2026 exam paper leak case, arresting five individuals accused of involvement in the alleged irregularities. The agency has conducted raids across multiple locations in the country, seizing crucial documents and electronic devices. Among those arrested are Shubham Khairnar from ... Read more CBI Arrests Five in NEET UG-2026 Paper Leak Scandal
New Delhi, May 13: AAI Cargo Logistics and Allied Services Company Limited (iClass) has issued an official notification for the recruitment of 62 Assistant (Security) positions on a three-year fixed-term contract basis across various airports in India. Eligible candidates are invited to apply for these vacancies. The available Assistant (Security) positions include 9 in Tirupati, ... Read more iClass Recruitment: Notification for 62 Assistant Positions Released, Application Process to Start Soon
Amul Announces Milk Price Hike, Effective May 14
New Delhi, May 13: Consumers are set to face another blow from rising inflation. The Gujarat Cooperative Milk Marketing Federation Limited (GCMMF), which owns the Amul brand, has announced an increase in milk prices. The new rates will come into effect across the country starting May 14, 2026. According to an official statement from GCMMF, ... Read more Amul Announces Milk Price Hike, Effective May 14
Delhi High Court Orders Removal of Pornography Apps from Google and Apple Platforms
New Delhi, May 13: The Delhi High Court has directed Google and Apple to remove all mobile applications from their platforms that are being used for pornography, prostitution, drug-related activities, and other illegal purposes. These apps are currently available on the Google Play Store and Apple App Store. The bench, led by Chief Justice Devendra ... Read more Delhi High Court Orders Removal of Pornography Apps from Google and Apple Platforms
Major Air India route cuts: Delhi-Chicago suspended, services to US slashed
Air India has announced temporary rationalisation of its international routes from June to August 2026 due to high jet fuel prices and airspace restrictions. Delhi-Chicago suspended, major cuts on US, Europe, Australia and Asia routes. Affected passengers offered rebooking or full refunds
Delhi Court Grants NIA 2-Day Transit Remand To Take Extradited Narco-Terrorist To Punjab
New Delhi, May 13: A Delhi court on Wednesday allowed a two-day transit remand to the National Investigation Agency (NIA) to take extradited narco-terrorist Iqbal Singh alias Shera to Punjab. After securing the accuseds extradition from Portugal earlier in the day, the NIA arrested him and produced him before Principal District and Session Judge Pitambar Dutt in the Patiala House courts. The agency sought a three-day transit remand to take him to Mohali in Punjab, following which the court granted [] The post Delhi Court Grants NIA 2-Day Transit Remand To Take Extradited Narco-Terrorist To Punjab appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Without attendance norms, law college hostels will become mere lodging facilities, says SC
Expresses reservations over a 2025 Delhi High Court ruling, which held that law students should not be barred from appearing in examinations solely on account of attendance shortages
Elderly and physically challenged pilgrims to get carts at Prophet's mosque
New Delhi, May 13: Elderly and physically challenged Haj pilgrims will be provided wheelchairs and transport carts at the Prophets Mosque in Madina during the current Haj season.The Hajj and Umrah Ministry has introduced expanded mobility and accessibility services for elderly and disabled pilgrims visiting the Prophets Mosque. The new measures include electric and manual wheelchairs, dedicated transport carts and specially marked routes to help pilgrims move around the mosque and its courtyards more easily. Better facilities are being provided to pilgrims so that they can perform their ritualswithout any hassle.This time transport and accommodation arrangement have been further improved to avoid inconvenience to the elderly pilgrims and women. Meanwhile 13 pilgrims from Bangladesh had died due to natural causes. Of them, 10 were male, and three were female. Among the deceased, 11 died in Makkah and two in Madinah. It said the Saudi medical team had provided treatment to 26,034 pilgrims during the ongoing Haj season.
Maruti Suzuki Sets Record with Delivery of 3 Million Vehicles via Indian Railways
New Delhi, May 13: Maruti Suzuki India Limited, the largest passenger vehicle manufacturer in India, announced on Wednesday that it has achieved a significant milestone by delivering over 3 million vehicles through the Indian railway network. This accomplishment underscores the companys commitment to green and sustainable logistics operations. The company stated that it has consistently ... Read more Maruti Suzuki Sets Record with Delivery of 3 Million Vehicles via Indian Railways
NEET Paper Leak: CBI Visits NTA Headquarters; Accused Taken Into Custody
NEW DELHI, May 13: The CBI on Wednesday visited the National Testing Agency (NTA) headquarters to collect documents related to the NEET UG examination, which was cancelled following allegations of paper leak, officials said. The team also spoke to officials involved in the examination process, they said. The agency has taken custody of several suspects who were arrested and detained by state police in connection with the paper leak case. Shubham Khairnar (30), resident of Nandgaon in Nashik district, was [] The post NEET Paper Leak: CBI Visits NTA Headquarters; Accused Taken Into Custody appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Live Updates: Kerala Chief Minister Announcement Tomorrow, Says Congress
Kerala Chief Minister Live Updates: A formal announcement is expected today, once Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge returns to Delhi and holds further talks with senior figures, including Sonia Gandhi.
Imran Khan loses vision in one eye, claims PTI leader
New Delhi, May 13: Former Prime Minister of Pakistan Imran Khan,who is serving jail term in various cases, had reportedly lost vision in one eye due to alleged torture and is facing serious health concerns. Speaking to reporters Pakistan Tehreek Insaf Party (PTI) General Secretary Salman Akram Raja claimed that all avenues of justice appeared closed, alleging that the PTI founder had remained imprisoned for nearly 1,000 days and was being denied basic constitutional and legal rights. The remarks came days after Imran Khan underwent a fourth intravitreal eye injection at the Pakistan Institute of Medical Sciences (PIMS) as part of continued medical treatment. According to a report submitted to the Supreme Court by Khans lawyer and the court-appointed amicus curiae Salman Safdar, the former Prime Minister of Pakistan had been diagnosed with central retinal vein occlusion (CRVO), a serious eye condition caused by blockage of the main vein draining blood from the retina. This condition is commonly associated with cardiovascular complications including hypertension, diabetes, high cholesterol and heart disease. During the media interaction, Raja alleged that meetings between Imran Khan and his wife Bushra Bibi were being restricted despite court orders regarding visitation rights.
PM Urges Cabinet Colleagues To Spend Wisely, Cut Down On Fuel Costs
NEW DELHI, May 13: After a public call to reduce fuel use, stop gold purchase and other measures to reduce the import bill, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday urged his cabinet colleagues to cut down unnecessary expenditure, including on petrol, sources said. During a meeting of the Union Cabinet chaired by the prime minister, he is learnt to have told ministers that they must focus on cost-cutting and consciously reduce spending of resources in the wake of the West [] The post PM Urges Cabinet Colleagues To Spend Wisely, Cut Down On Fuel Costs appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
NEET UG Exam Paper Leak: Parliamentary Committee to Address Issue as Students Protest
New Delhi, May 13: The controversy surrounding the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET-UG) 2026 paper leak and irregularities is intensifying. Investigative agencies have uncovered links to Kerala following initial findings from Rajasthan. Preparations are underway to raise this issue in the parliamentary committee. Meanwhile, angry students protested outside the National Testing Agency (NTA) headquarters ... Read more NEET UG Exam Paper Leak: Parliamentary Committee to Address Issue as Students Protest
Trump Receives Grand Welcome in Beijing Ahead of Historic Summit
New Delhi, May 13: U.S. President Donald Trump has officially arrived in Beijing for his historic summit. Upon disembarking from Air Force One, he was warmly welcomed by Chinese Vice President Han Zheng and other dignitaries. This visit is marked by traditional honors, including a floral welcome, making it a significant occasion. According to the ... Read more Trump Receives Grand Welcome in Beijing Ahead of Historic Summit
Prime Minister Modi Congratulates BJP on Stunning Victory in Haryana Municipal Elections
New Delhi, May 13: The counting of votes for the municipal and local body elections in Haryana is underway. Results from several wards indicate a remarkable victory for the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP). Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended his congratulations to party workers regarding this achievement. In a post on the social media platform X, ... Read more Prime Minister Modi Congratulates BJP on Stunning Victory in Haryana Municipal Elections
Bank account can't be frozen in absence of FIR: Delhi HC
The Delhi High Court has ruled that bank accounts are vital for economic existence. A private bank account was frozen following a complaint from Gujarat Cyber Crime Police. The court directed the bank to immediately unfreeze the account. It stated that freezing an account without justification impedes the right to life.
PM Modi Reduces Vehicle Count in Convoy Amid Energy Conservation Appeal
New Delhi, May 13: Prime Minister Narendra Modi has significantly reduced the number of vehicles in his convoy. This decision aligns with his appeal for energy conservation. To lower fuel consumption, PM Modi has cut down the number of vehicles in his official convoy while maintaining all essential security measures under the SPG protocol. A ... Read more PM Modi Reduces Vehicle Count in Convoy Amid Energy Conservation Appeal
ixigo Launches AI-Powered Travel App for Seamless Trip Planning
New Delhi, May 13: Online travel platform ixigo has unveiled a new AI-based version of its app. The company envisions a future where trip planning will not just involve clicking on a screen but engaging with a smart AI travel companion. This innovative platform was introduced at ixigos flagship tech event, ixigo Next. Rajneesh Kumar, ... Read more ixigo Launches AI-Powered Travel App for Seamless Trip Planning
CBSE Class 12 Results: Kendriya Vidyalayas Lead, Decline in Overseas Performance
New Delhi, May 13: This year, 85.20% of students passed the CBSE Class 12 board exams. Among the institutions, Kendriya Vidyalayas and Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalayas once again achieved the best results, with Kendriya Vidyalayas topping the list. Their pass percentage stood at 98.55%, while Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalayas recorded a close 98.47%. In addition, government schools ... Read more CBSE Class 12 Results: Kendriya Vidyalayas Lead, Decline in Overseas Performance
Nitin Gadkari to Travel by Bus Following PM Modis Appeal to Save Fuel
New Delhi, May 13: In response to Prime Minister Narendra Modis appeal to conserve fuel, Union Minister Nitin Gadkari has made a significant decision. He will reduce the number of vehicles in his convoy and travel by bus. The Ministry of Road Transport and Highways of the Government of India announced this in an official ... Read more Nitin Gadkari to Travel by Bus Following PM Modis Appeal to Save Fuel
Delhi HC directs Google, Apple to curb obscene apps and online content
A bench of Chief Justice D K Upadhyaya and Justice Tejas Karia said in the present legal framework, the social media intermediaries have to play the most vital role and they should act against the dissemination of pornographic content
England Recall Robinson, Hand Gay, Rew And Baker Maiden Callups For First Test Against NZ
Australian Marcus North: England have recalled seamer Ollie Robinson after a twoyear absence and named uncapped trio Emilio Gay, James Rew and Sonny Baker in the squad for the first Test against New Zealand, starting at Lords on June 4. The match will also mark Englands first outing since their dismal Ashes campaign. Robinson, 32, returns as England seek an attack leader following the retirements of Stuart Broad, James Anderson and Chris Woakes. He has 76 wickets from 20 Tests, but was dropped after the 2024 tour of India due to fitness concerns. Zak Crawley has been left out after a poor Ashes tour, opening the door for Durhams Gay, who previously refused approaches to play from West Indies and Italy, to open alongside Ben Duckett. Rew, meanwhile, has already struck 12 firstclass hundreds but is more likely to be the reserve middle order batter. Baker, 23, joins the pace group of Robinson, Josh Tongue, Gus Atkinson, and Matthew Fisher after having a difficult start to his international career. Shoaib Bashir, ignored during the Ashes, is included and will contest for the spinners slot with leg-spinner Rehan Ahmed, who could play a home Test for the first time. England also confirmed Australian Marcus North as their new national selector, replacing Luke Wright. The squad will assemble at Loughborough on May 22 ahead of the Lords Test. Rehan Ahmed and Jacob Bethell, who are currently playing in IPL 2026, will return to England once their commitments with Delhi Capitals and Royal Challengers Bengaluru are over. Weve selected a squad that we believe has a really exciting blend of proven international quality, strong county form and players with huge potential to develop at Test level. Emilio, James and Sonny have all earned their opportunities through consistent performances and have impressed us not only with their talent, but with the way theyve gone about their cricket in high-pressure situations. Its also great to welcome back players like Rehan, Matt and Ollie, who all bring different qualities and experience to the group. Competition for places remains incredibly strong and thats exactly where we want to be as a Test team. Emilio, James and Sonny have all earned their opportunities through consistent performances and have impressed us not only with their talent, but with the way theyve gone about their cricket in high-pressure situations. Also Read: Live Cricket Score England Test squad: Ben Stokes (captain), Rehan Ahmed, Gus Atkinson, Sonny Baker, Shoaib Bashir, Jacob Bethell, Harry Brook, Ben Duckett, Matthew Fisher, Emilio Gay, James Rew, Ollie Robinson, Joe Root, Jamie Smith (wk), Josh Tongue Article Source: IANS
Cabinet approves incentive for coal gasification projects with outlay of Rs 37,500 cr
New Delhi, May 13: The Union Cabinet on Wednesday approved a Rs 37,500-crore incentive scheme to promote coal gasification projects, aimed at boosting clean energy production and reducing dependence on forex-guzzling imports of LNG, urea, and methanol, while insulating the country from global price volatility and supply chain disruptions. The Union Cabinet under the chairmanship of Prime Minister Narendra Modi approved the scheme for promotion of surface coal/lignite gasification projects with a financial outlay of Rs 37,500 crore, an official statement said. An outlay of Rs 37,500 crore has been kept for this scheme, and there will be an investment of around Rs 3,000 lakh crore in this, and the projects will be put up for gasifying 75 million tonnes of coal, Union Information & Broadcasting Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw said in a media briefing. Vaishnaw said the country has 401 million tonnes of known coal reserves, which is enough for the next 200 years. We all know about the current geopolitical situation. So we have to take all the decisions to become Atma Nirbhar. In this context, a big decision on coal gasification was taken today, he said. Coal gasification refers to the process of converting dry fuel into synthetic gas (syngas), which is used as an alternative fuel and helps reduce carbon emissions. This process supports production of methanol, fertilizers, hydrogen and chemicals, cutting reliance on imports. The scheme marks a major step towards accelerating the country's coal gasification programme, advancing the national target of gasifying 100 million tonnes (MT) of coal by 2030, strengthening energy security, and reducing dependence on imports of key products such as LNG, urea, ammonia and methanol. At present, more than 50 per cent of the LNG is currently imported, it will be reduced. The urea which we import will also start manufacturing in India. Ammonia is 100 per cent imported today. With this development, new avenues for ammonia production will open. Methanol is currently 80-90 per cent imported that will also be made in India, the minister said. Under the scheme, the financial incentive at a maximum of 20 per cent of the cost of plant and machinery will be provided, the statement said, adding that the selection would be through a transparent and competitive bidding process, with an evaluation framework benchmarking project cost, coal input, and syngas output. The incentive will be disbursed in four equal instalments and be linked to project milestones. Under the scheme, financial incentive for any single project (will be) capped at Rs 5,000 crore; for any single product (except synthetic natural gas and urea) (will be) capped at Rs 9,000 crore; and any single entity group (will be) capped at Rs 12,000 crore across all projects. Due to the scheme, the investment mobilisation is likely to be at Rs 2.5 to Rs 3 lakh crore. The utilisation of coal and lignite is likely to generate Rs 6,300 crore annually from 75 million tonnes of gasification envisaged under the scheme, plus downstream revenue from GST and other levies. India holds one of the world's largest coal reserves of 401 billion tonnes and lignite reserves of 47 billion tonnes. Coal accounts for over 55 per cent of the country's energy mix. Gasification converts coal/lignite into syngas, a versatile feedstock for producing fuels and chemicals domestically, enabling India to substitute high-value imports and insulate itself from global supply disruptions and price volatility. India's import bill for key substitutable products, such as LNG, urea, ammonium nitrate, ammonia, coking coal, methanol, DME, and others, stood at approximately Rs 2.77 lakh crore in FY25, a vulnerability further exposed by the ongoing geopolitical situation in West Asia. The incentive builds on the National Coal Gasification Mission (2021) and a Rs 8,500-crore scheme approved in January 2024, under which eight projects worth Rs 6,233 crore are under implementation. In a significant accompanying reform, the government has also extended coal linkage tenure up to 30 years under the 'Production of Syngas leading to Coal Gasification' sub-sector in the non-regulated sector linkage auction framework, providing long-term policy certainty for investment in coal gasification projects.
CBSE Class 12 Results: Lovely Public School Shines with Dominance of Girls
New Delhi, May 13: The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has announced the results for the Class 12 (Intermediate) board examinations for 2026. An impressive 85.20% of students have passed, with girls achieving a remarkable passing rate of 88.86%. In comparison, the passing percentage for boys stands at 82.13%. Among the standout performers is ... Read more CBSE Class 12 Results: Lovely Public School Shines with Dominance of Girls
Indian Government Approves Upgrade of Nagpur International Airport
New Delhi, May 13: The Union Cabinet, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has approved the extension of the lease period for land leased to Mihan India Limited (MIL) by the Airports Authority of India (AAI) until August 6, 2039. This decision paves the way for the transfer and long-term development of Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar ... Read more Indian Government Approves Upgrade of Nagpur International Airport
Gujarats 20,667 Crore Double Line Railway Project Receives Cabinet Approval
New Delhi, May 13: The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs (CCEA), chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has approved the Ahmedabad (Sarkhej)-Dholera semi-high-speed double line railway project. This initiative marks the first railway project in India to be developed using indigenous technology, with a total estimated cost of 20,667 crore. According to the Cabinets statement, ... Read more Gujarats 20,667 Crore Double Line Railway Project Receives Cabinet Approval
From India Pacer to Minister: Ashok Dinda Begins New Innings as Bengal Sports Minister
The political change in West Bengal has a cricket connection also. Former India pacer Ashok Dinda emerged victorious in the Assembly elections again in Moyna, his birthplace (by 16,241 votes) after his maiden victory in 2021 (by 1260 votes). He donned the India cap in 13 ODIs and 9 T20Is with 12 and 17 wickets, respectively. He took at least one wicket in each of nine T20Is he played, with a career-best 4 for 19 coming in a handsome victory against Sri Lanka in Kandy in 2012. Ashok Dinda is yet to forget all his detractors, who had ridiculed him following an unceremonious ouster from the Bengal team just before the start of the 2019-20 Kanji Trophy. In recent times, he also served as one of the coaches in the Cricket Association of Bengals Vision Project but now has some added responsibility in the states sporting arena, as he has been appointed as the new sports minister of West Bengal. Ashok Dinda had joined politics after ending his playing career in 2021, ahead of the Assembly elections. Incidentally, on the same day, India cricketer Manoj Tiwary joined Trinamool Congress (TMC) and, after his win, was appointed West Bengal's New Sports Minister, although an active cricketer and captained Bengal in the Ranji Trophy. Now Ashok Dinda holds the same portfolio. West Bengal will have another cricketer as their Sports Minister as Manojs predecessor in the ministry was Laxmi Ratan Shukla, another familiar name in Indian cricket. In cricket, Ashok Dinda shall always be remembered as a forgotten star who deserved a Test cap. He was part of KKR in 2008 and played 78 IPL games for five different franchises, claiming 69 wickets at an expensive bowling average of 30+ and higher economy rates. After being with KKR between 2008 and 2010, he got a one-year stint at Delhi Daredevils in 2011 before switching to Pune Warriors India in 2012. Ashok Dinda stayed with that franchise until their dissolution in 2013. In 2014, he joined Royal Challengers Bangalore for a two-year stint and ended with the final two-year stretch with Rising Pune SuperGiant in 2016 and 2017. He remains one of the most successful fast bowlers in domestic red-ball cricket as he picked up 420 wickets in just 196 innings. In the Ranji Trophy, he was a stalwart for Bengal, grabbing 339 wickets. Among pacers, only R Vinay Kumar, Pankaj Singh, Basant Mohanty, Madan Lal and Ashish Winston Zaidi had more wickets than Dinda in the Ranji Trophy. His domestic show opened the door for white-ball internationals between 2009 and 2013, but Test cricket opportunity eluded him. Born on March 25, 1984 in Kolkata, Dinda had a powerful and complex bowling action and made his first-class debut in 2005. The right-arm speedster made his India debut in December 2009 in a T20I against Sri Lanka in Nagpur. He continued to play first-class cricket until 2019, featuring 116 of them with the last fixture in 2021. He also took 151 wickets in 98 List A games at an average of 28.50. In 2020, Ashok Dinda left Bengal for Goa but played only one season for his new team before retiring in February 2021. Incidentally, most of the cricketers joining politics recently have some Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) connection. Gautam Gambhir is the leader of the pack and is joined by Laxmi Ratan Shukla, Manoj Tiwary, Ashok Dinda and Yusuf Pathan. A very popular story related to Ashok Dinda is his encounter with Sachin Tendulkar in the Ranji Trophy final between Bengal and Mumbai in 2007. The bowlers in domestic cricket never thought of sledding the Master Blaster but the young Ashoke Dinda glared at Tendulkar after hitting him on the elbow. Deep Dasgupta, the captain of Bengal at the time, had already advised him, 'With Sachin, you just come and bowl' but Dinda had the habit that whenever he would beat the batter, he would just take 2-3 extra steps in his follow-throw and glare at him. Deep categorically told him again, 'Don't say anything to Sachin but Dinda didnt listen to his captain. He stared at Sachin after a few deliveries, and Sachin eventually scored a hundred (105). Mumbai won the match by 132 runs. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Now Ashok Dinda has a new challenge in front of him. I come from a sports background, not politics. Representing India was a matter of pride. But politics is also about serving people, living among them, and helping them. Its a blessing, a gift from God. Not everyone gets this opportunity. Many people have wealth, but they dont get the chance to serve. Helping someone get hospital care, supporting families who cant afford medicine, that is something truly meaningful, he says.
Delhi HC asks Google, Apple to act against obscene content on mobile apps
The Delhi High Court has ordered Google and Apple to take strict action against obscene pornographic content on their mobile applications. The court emphasized the vital role of social media intermediaries in preventing the dissemination of such material. The Indian Computer Emergency Response Team has also been asked to check the spread of this content.
New Delhi, May 13: The Anti-Auto Theft Squad (AATS) of the Delhi Police in the eastern district has achieved a significant success by arresting a notorious and habitual criminal involved in vehicle theft. The accused, Vijay Pal, was found in possession of three stolen two-wheelers. This operation has successfully solved three vehicle theft cases registered ... Read more Major Breakthrough for East Delhi Police: Notorious Vehicle Thief Vijay Pal Arrested, Three Stolen Bikes Recovered
