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Recent fuel price hike a form of belt tightening amid rise in crude prices

Speaking on the impact of the West Asia conflict, ONGC Director (Exploration) Sushma Rawat said crude oil prices have remained highly volatile amid uncertainty over the conflict

25 May 2026 9:35 am
Karnataka leadership crisis: Congress high command summons CM Siddaramaiah to De

According to sources, Siddaramaiah has been asked to visit Delhi on May 26. However, the meeting is officially said to be related to discussions on the upcoming Rajya Sabha elections

25 May 2026 9:32 am
Rubio says US prepared for later nuclear talks if Iran opens Hormuz Strait

The straits have to be immediately reopened, and then we will enter, under agreed-to parameters, into very serious talks about enrichment, about the highly enriched uranium and about their pledge to never have nuclear weapons, Rubio said

25 May 2026 9:29 am
Republicans scorch Iran peace deal; don`t listen to losers, says Donald Trump

The Republican sceptics included Senator Roger Wicker, the chairman of the Senate Armed Services Committee, Senators Thom Tillis, Lindsey Graham, and Ted Cruz, who all questioned trusting Iran to stick to its commitments to the peace deal to end the nearly three-month war

25 May 2026 9:27 am
Fuel rates jump again: Check petrol and diesel prices in Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata

The latest increase comes just two days after fuel prices were revised upward on Saturday, when petrol prices rose by 87 paise per litre and diesel by 91 paise per litre

25 May 2026 9:25 am
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio to visit Jaipur today amid tight security

Preparations for a ceremonial reception have already begun at Jaleb Chowk inside the historic fort complex

25 May 2026 9:24 am
Centre asks Delhi Gymkhana Club to vacate 27.3 acre land by June 5

The premises, situated at 2, Safdarjung Road, in Lutyens Delhi, were leased to the Imperial Delhi Gymkhana Club Ltd for maintaining a social and sporting club

25 May 2026 9:20 am
mid-day Opinion: Why isnt the World Cup held here?

Its unfortunate that India isnt considered as a potential host for major sporting events given the countrys advanced capabilities

25 May 2026 9:19 am
Karnataka tragedy: Eight family members drown in Uttara Kannada river

Mourning the tragedy, Chief Minister Siddaramaiah announced a solatium of Rs 5 lakh to the next to the kin of each victim

25 May 2026 9:17 am
mid-day Opinion: Doping menace must be tackled at the root

The deadline for submitting public comments and suggestions is June 18.

25 May 2026 9:17 am
India-US trade deal likely soon, says Marco Rubio after talks with Jaishankar

Jaishankar underlined the importance of an early understanding on the trade deal

25 May 2026 9:08 am
Fuel prices up by Rs 2 again; commuters hit by 4th hike in two weeks

With the latest revision, cumulative increases in petrol and diesel prices have crossed Rs 7.5 per litre since fuel price revisions resumed on May 15 after a prolonged freeze, fuelling concerns over inflationary pressures and higher transportation costs across the economy

25 May 2026 9:03 am
More than 20 feared trapped after building collapse in Philippines

Five people were confirmed trapped, including two in contact with rescuers, and 18 more were feared under the rubble

25 May 2026 8:57 am
Punjab Police ASI shot dead by motorcycle-borne assailants in Majitha

Police said the attackers fled the spot after killing the ASI

25 May 2026 8:54 am
Nearly 200 bats die amid severe heatwave in Chhattisgarh

Thousands of bats had taken shelter in trees along the Naukonia pond in Pali nagar panchayat

25 May 2026 8:25 am
Russia deploys Oreshnik hypersonic missile in Kyiv strike that killed two

The Oreshnik, capable of carrying nuclear or conventional warheads, struck the city of Bila Tserkva in the Kyiv region

25 May 2026 8:21 am
Nagpur: Retired nurse loses Rs 90L after falling victim to digital arrest scam

The cyber fraudsters allegedly informed the 72-year-old victim that her name had surfaced in a money laundering investigation and warned that she could be arrested

24 May 2026 9:15 pm
Delhi CM Rekha Gupta reiterates focus on farmers welfare, village development

Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Sunday said farmers welfare and holistic village development remain key priorities of her government during an interaction with agriculturists at Jan Seva Sadan

24 May 2026 7:45 pm
Police security deployed at Cockroach Janata Party founder`s house

According to officials, the move is intended to manage crowds and maintain order as the Cockroach Janata Party (CJP) continues to attract widespread attention online

24 May 2026 7:16 pm
Ajit Doval, Marco Rubio hold talks on defence, technology and regional security

US Secretary of State and National Security Advisor Marco Rubio met NSA Ajit Doval in New Delhi on Sunday, with discussions focusing on defence, security, strategic technology cooperation and regional developments under the India-US Comprehensive Global Strategic Partnership

24 May 2026 7:01 pm
Fadnavis dismisses Rahuls NDA collapse prediction, says he is `daydreaming`

Responding to questions from reporters, CM Fadnavis compared Gandhis comments to the well-known television serial Mungerilal Ke Haseen Sapne, which centred on fanciful dreams and unrealistic expectations

24 May 2026 6:50 pm
Cyprus Prez Nikos Christodoulides highlights gains from historic India visit

Cyprus President Nikos Christodoulides described India-Cyprus ties as a fast-growing strategic partnership, highlighting cooperation in defence, technology, maritime connectivity and trade following his landmark visit to India

24 May 2026 6:34 pm
Rahul Gandhi demands Dharmendra Pradhans resignation over NEET paper leak issue

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Sunday said the party will continue its protest until Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan resigns over the NEET paper leak controversy and a foolproof system is implemented to prevent future exam leaks

24 May 2026 3:55 pm
Heatwave claims 16 lives in Telangana; govt announces Rs 4 lakh ex gratia

Severe heatwave conditions in Telangana have claimed 16 lives so far, with temperatures crossing 45 degrees Celsius in several districts. The state government has announced an ex gratia of Rs 4 lakh for the families of the deceased and issued alerts as temperatures continue to soar

24 May 2026 3:48 pm
Bengaluru woman dies by suicide, husband and in-laws booked

A 26-year-old woman allegedly died by suicide in Bengalurus Whitefield area, with police booking her husband and in-laws on charges of dowry harassment and mental cruelty following a complaint by her family

24 May 2026 3:29 pm
Twisha Sharmas final rites today in Bhopal after 2nd autopsy by AIIMS Delhi

Model-turned-actor Twisha Sharmas final rites will be performed in Bhopal on Sunday after a second post-mortem examination by an AIIMS Delhi medical board. The fresh autopsy was ordered following objections raised by her family over the initial report

24 May 2026 3:20 pm
Powerful explosion hits train carrying army families in Pakistans Quetta

A powerful bomb exploded near a railway track in Pakistans Quetta as a passenger train passed through the area, injuring more than 30 people. Several victims are said to be in critical condition, with local hospitals receiving dozens of injured passengers

24 May 2026 1:18 pm
Donald Trump claims US and Iran are close to finalising peace agreement

US President Donald Trump said Washington and Tehran are close to finalising a broad peace agreement after calls with Gulf, Pakistani and regional leaders. Trump claimed only final details remain and said the Strait of Hormuz would reopen under the proposed deal

24 May 2026 1:11 pm
White House shooting: Gunman killed, bystander critically injured

A gunman who opened fire near the White House was shot dead by Secret Service officers after an exchange of gunfire on Saturday evening. A bystander was critically injured, while President Donald Trump, inside the White House at the time, was unharmed. The FBI is assisting in the investigation

24 May 2026 12:47 pm
PM Modi mourns China mining disaster, Beijing acknowledges support

PM Modi expressed sympathy to President Xi Jinping, while the Chinese envoy appreciated Indias support, after a deadly coal mine gas explosion in Chinas Shanxi Province that killed 82 people and injured many others

24 May 2026 12:33 pm
Nashik Police files first 1,500-page chargesheet in TCS BPO harassment case

The SIT has cited digital evidence and allegations of forced conversion and identity alteration. The case has triggered public concern over workplace safety and is now moving closer to trial proceedings

24 May 2026 11:25 am
Ebola death toll in DR Congo rises to 204 as outbreak spreads across region

The World Health Organization has declared the situation an international health emergency and raised the risk level in DR Congo to very high. Health agencies warn that up to 10 African countries are at risk due to cross-border movement and insecurity in the region

24 May 2026 10:38 am
90 killed in gas explosion at coal mine in north China, rescue efforts continue

As per reports the blueprints provided by the coal mine did not match the actual layout, hampering rescue efforts.

24 May 2026 10:07 am
US Muslims prepare for Hajj amid regional tensions and travel uncertainty

There is some uncertainty with the war, he said. Hajj, he said, transcends politics and conflict.

24 May 2026 10:04 am
IPL 2026: Is it necessary to interview the captain whose team has just lost?

Rishabh Pant is one of the most cheerful guys and the fact that he lost it dropping the F word makes the case for the losing captain to be given a few more minutes to recover before having a mic shoved in his face

24 May 2026 9:45 am
Ukrainian drone attack triggers fire at Russian oil terminal

The facility provides shipment of oil and oil products for export and is involved in meeting the needs of the Russian army, the General Staff wrote on Telegram, adding that Ukrainian forces had also hit a tanker in the Black Sea belonging to Russias so-called shadow fleet.

24 May 2026 9:38 am
West Asia war: US weighs possible military strikes on Iran

After Trump told reporters that he wont be attending his sons wedding, speculations are rife that the decision was made as the White House works on an attack plan for Iran

24 May 2026 9:35 am
Twisha Sharma death case: AIIMS Delhi medical board to conduct second autopsy

Meanwhile, courts grant police seven-day custody of Sharmas husband Samarth Singh after his arrest

24 May 2026 9:26 am
Clean up Yamuna!: Man dressed as cockroach demands from Vrindavan officials

On Saturday, Sharma was seen dressed as a cockroach, inside a drain near the Bihar Ghat in Vrindavan, raising his voice to highlight the plight of the polluted river.

24 May 2026 9:20 am
Mad World: Where cakes burn, bees travel and tongues break records

A Belgian filmmaker known for a giant tongue makes a world record for touching his nose with his tongue 421 times in a minute

24 May 2026 9:10 am
mid-day Opinion: Tantra of the wheel of time

What made the Kalacakratantra more than a tract against Islam was the way it used animal sacrifice as a hinge to fold Hinduism into the same condemnation

24 May 2026 9:02 am
mid-day Opinion: Melodi Melody

You are a true Ladoo, Macroni is Italian, and its a kind of spaghetti, Halwa chuckled.

24 May 2026 8:53 am
US energy products can help diversify Indias energy supply, Rubio tells PM Modi

In a statement, Tommy Pigott, spokesperson for the US State Department, said Rubio and PM Modi discussed the West Asia conflict and reviewed recent bilateral gains, including major investments aligned with the President and Prime Ministers Mission 500 target to double trade by 2030

23 May 2026 10:55 pm
Maharashtra continues to reel under heatwave; Pune records 13.3 mm rainfall

According to the latest weather update from IMD, Bramhapuri in Chandrapur district recorded the highest maximum temperature in the state at a scorching 47.1 degrees Celsius, making it the hottest place in Maharashtra

23 May 2026 10:25 pm
Hidden Maoist weapon-making setup unearthed and destroyed in Gadchiroli forest

Acting on intelligence provided by surrendered Maoists, Gadchiroli Police unearthed and destroyed a hidden Maoist arms manufacturing setup and equipment buried in a forest area under the Pomke Binagunda region during a joint anti-Naxal operation

23 May 2026 8:36 pm
Latur launches crackdown on illegal coaching centres after paper leak probe

The Latur administration has launched a crackdown on illegal coaching centres and related commercial activities following the citys links to the NEET-UG 2026 paper leak case and the ensuing Central Bureau of Investigation probe, officials said

23 May 2026 7:49 pm
Marco Rubio extends President Trumps invitation to PM Modi to visit White House

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio met Prime Minister Narendra Modi in New Delhi on Saturday and conveyed an invitation from President Donald Trump for a visit to the White House. The leaders discussed ties, regional security, and global cooperation

23 May 2026 5:24 pm
Twisha Sharma death case: Husband Samarth Singh sent to seven-day police remand

A Bhopal district court on Saturday sent Samarth Singh, husband of model-turned-actor Twisha Sharma and the prime accused in her alleged suicide case, to seven days of police remand. He was produced before the court amid tight security after being brought from Jabalpur

23 May 2026 4:34 pm
Ebola surveillance system launched at Bhubaneswar airport

Bhubaneswar airport has launched Ebola surveillance measures, including mandatory thermal screening and travel history checks for international passengers, after the WHO declared the outbreak in parts of Africa a global public health emergency

23 May 2026 4:07 pm
IndianOil says fuel supply remains adequate; shortages limited to isolated areas

The state-run oil marketing company clarified that the issues being witnessed at select retail outlets are localised and short-term in nature, and that fuel stocks across most parts of the country remain stable

23 May 2026 2:53 pm