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Piyush Goyal says India, Canada aim to seal CEPA by year-end; target $50 billion trade by 2030

India and Canada are working to finalize a trade agreement this year. Both nations aim to significantly boost economic cooperation. Bilateral tra

Russia Threatens 'Systematic Strikes' on Kyiv, Urges Evacuation

The Russian Foreign Ministry issued the warning following Ukraines deadliest drone strike in Starobilsk, which reportedly killed 18 people and in

CNG Prices hiked again today by Rs 2/kg in Delhi: Check latest rates in Noida, Gurugram, Ghaziabad and Faridabad

Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) prices in Delhi have seen another Rs 2 per kg increase, bringing the total to Rs 83.09, effective May 26, 2026. This

Israel Steps Up Lebanon Strikes as Netanyahu Escalates Offensive

Despite a ceasefire that came into effect on April 17, Israel and Iran-backed Hezbollah have continued to exchange fire on a near-daily basis.

Self-defense strikes: US military strikes missile launch sites, mine-laying boats in Iran

Graamya is taking Kerala spices global; Pine Labs posts Rs 59 Cr Q4 profit

Graamya, a for-profit social enterprise, is proving that sustainable farming can be profitable by helping rural farmers add value to indigenous s

Explosions heard near Strait of Hormuz, local media says Bandar Abbas situation under control

Explosions rocked Iran's Bandar Abbas city and coastal regions near the Strait of Hormuz. Iranian media reported the sounds on Monday. The cause

Canada PM Carneys visit to India reset ties after 2023 killing of Sikh activist, Piyush Goyal says

The ties were strained under Mark Carney's predecessor in the wake of the 2023 killing of Sikh activist Hareep Singh Nijjar in Canada

Australia, Japan, US and India foreign ministers to meet in New Delhi on Tuesday for Quad talks

Foreign ministers from Australia, India, Japan, and the U.S. are meeting in New Delhi. They aim to revitalize the Quad group. Concerns about Chin

DHSE Kerala 12th Result 2026 Live: Plus Two Results To Be Announced At 3 PM

Kerala DHSE will announce Plus Two exam results on May 26 at 3 pm for nearly 4.5 lakh students across regular and vocational streams.

Watch: Green Fireball Meteor Lights Up Erupting Mayon Volcano In Stunning Footage

A fireball meteor was captured behind Mayon Volcano in the Philippines, creating a dramatic scene over one of the world's most active volcanoes.

2nd Group Of Australian Women Linked To ISIS To Return Home

Home Affairs Minister Tony Burke said the government was not assisting their travel and that any who have committed crimes can expect to face the

T.N. government announces cooperative crop loan waiver up to 50,000

As the loan amount increases, the quantum of the amount waived will decrease; small and marginal farmers who borrowed more than 1 lakh will be pr

A scorching Asian summer will add to risk of surging gas prices

Global gas markets are on edge as the Strait of Hormuz remains largely closed. Traders are watching China and weather forecasts closely. Hotter s

Morning Digest: Jaishankar to host Quad Foreign Ministers meet today; CBI takes over probe in Twisha Sharma death case, and more

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Donald Trump's Message On What Happens To Iran's Enriched Uranium

Donald Trump's warning came as the US forces conducted self-defence strikes on Iranian boats and missile launch facilities.

Speeding SUV Rams 60-Year-Old Watchman In Delhi After Verbal Spat: Cops

A 60-year-old watchman in Outer Delhi's Peeragarhi village was killed after an SUV rammed him multiple times. Police called it a well-planned mur

ECI Names Neelam Meena New Chief Electoral Officer of West Bengal

TMC MP Kalyan Banerjee launched a sharp attack on the Election Commission and former West Bengal CEO Manoj Kumar Agarwal, alleging bias and collu

Iran-US-Israel War News Live Updates: US Says New Strikes On Iranian Boats, Missile Sites In 'Self-Defence'

Iran War: The US military on Monday carried out strikes on Iranian missile launch sites and boats laying mines.

Iran President Pezeshkian Orders Reopening of International Internet Access

The mechanism for how and when Iran would reconnect to the global web following the decision was unknown

Iran's president Pezeshkian orders internet restored after war suspension

US-Iran war: Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has ordered the restoration of international internet access. This move follows a period of susp

UP Drunk Father Kills Son, Hides Body Inside House; Arrested: Cops

A 30-year-old man was allegedly killed by his father after a drunken argument in Uttar Pradesh's Lakhimpur Kheri, police said on Monday.

U.S. Military carries out self-defence strikes in Iran, including on missile launch sites

The strikes were done to protect our troops from threats posed by Iranian forces, but the military was using restraint during the ongoing ceasefi

US Conducts Self-Defence Strikes on Iranian Boats, Missile Sites

The development comes hours after the US made progress in ceasefire negotiations

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Trump says Iran's enriched uranium will be 'turned over' to US or destroyed

Iran's enriched uranium will be handed over to the United States for destruction or destroyed at an agreed location. This development signals a p

US military says it carried out 'self-defense' strikes on Iran, including on missile launch sites

US forces launched strikes in southern Iran targeting missile sites and boats. This action was taken in self-defense to protect troops. Meanwhile

4 dead, 17 missing, in collapse of unfinished hotel in Philippines

Angeles, May 25: Rescuers pulled out three people on Monday from an immense pile of rubble that was all that remained of a nine-storey hotel, whi

African Proverb of the Day: To love someone who does not love you, is like Life lessons on relationships, one-sided love, letting go, heartbreak and why love cannot be forced

African Proverb of the Day highlights the meaning of To love someone who does not love you, is like shaking a tree to make the dew drops fall. Th

Cine federation targets Ranveer over Don 3 exit

The Federation of Western India Cine Employees (FWICE) on Monday said its more than four lakh members would not work with Ranveer Singh following

Kangana hits back at Aishwaryas Cannes trolls

Kangana Ranaut defended Aishwarya Rai Bachchan against criticism over her outfit at the Cannes Film Festival. Sharing Aishwaryas picture on Insta

Why are oil prices crashing down today, and will Brent and US WTI crude futures continue to decline or move upwards again? Oil market reacts to US-Iran peace deal hopes

Why are oil prices crashing down today, and will Brent and US WTI crude futures continue to decline or move upwards again? Oil prices dropped nea

Actor Janhvi Kapoor during the promotion event of her film Peddi, in Bengaluru

Actor Janhvi Kapoor during the promotion event of her film Peddi, in Bengaluru, Karnataka, on Monday. (PTI)

Quote of the day by Jennifer Aniston: I always say dont make plans, make... Life lessons on success, goals and achievement by popular American actor

Quote of the day by Jennifer Aniston highlights the importance of flexibility in life, career and decision-making. Jennifer Anistons quote, I alw

Drake makes chart history with top 3 albums

Drake has made music chart history by becoming the first artist ever to simultaneously hold the top three positions on the albums chart with Icem

Quote of the day by Blake Lively: People gossip. People are insecure, so they talk about... Life lessons on conversations, success and human nature by American actor

Quote of the day by Blake Lively highlights how gossip often comes from insecurity and fear of judgment. The quote explains why people criticize

Zone Reasi dominates Inter-Zonal Sports Meet

Excelsior Sports Correspondent REASI, May 25: Department of Youth Services & Sports (DYSS), Reasi, organized Inter-Zonal Sports Competitions for

President confers 66 Padma Awards; actor Dharmendra, violinist N Rajam honoured

NEW DELHI, May 25 : President Droupadi Murmu on Monday conferred the Padma Vibhushan on Bollywood actor Dharmendra posthumously and classical mus

Indias Integrity and Sovereignty Under Internal and Deep-State Threats

Prof D Mukherjee mukhopadhyay.dinabandhu@gmail.com India, one of the worlds oldest civilizations and the largest democracy, has since 1947 faced

When one size does not Fit all in Education

Dr Dushyant Pradeep dushyant3186@gmail.com A classroom is often imagined as a room where one teacher delivers the same lesson, at the same pace,

Senegal names economist Lo as new PM after Sonko's sacking

This is not a change of direction but of method, he said, citing integrity and transparency and economic and cultural sovereignty, all of which M

Greek Proverb of the Day: A woman has nine lives, a man only one Life lessons on overcoming challenges, endurance, human nature and why what doesnt kill you makes you stronger

Greek Proverb of the Day highlights the meaning of A woman has nine lives, a man only one. The saying reflects the resilience, emotional strength

6.9 Magnitude Earthquake Hits Chile

A magnitude 6.9 earthquake struck northern Chile on Monday, the US Geological Survey (USGS) reported.

MPs Gill beats national record holder Toor, breaches CWG mark

Ranchi, May 25: Madhya Pradeshs Samardeep Singh Gill outduelled seasoned Punjab thrower Tajinderpal Singh to win gold medal in the mens shot put

Rubios Quad visit

Vishal Sharma US Secretary of State, Marco Rubio is on a four day visit to India to attend Quad Ministerial meeting. He touched down in Kolkata i

Upbeat Indian womens hockey team ready for Australia challenge in series opener

Perth, May 25: The Indian womens hockey team would look to kickstart its preparations for the FIH Nations Cup on a positive note when it takes on

Govt taking effective steps for farmers prosperity, farm sector modernisation: Amit Shah

NEW DELHI, May 25: The government has been taking effective measures for prosperity of farmers and modernisation of agriculture, Union Cooperatio

Samrat and Babuta to lead Indian challenge

Munich, May 25: Two finals in the mens 10m air pistol and 10m air rifle events are scheduled on the opening day of competitions at the Munich leg

Spains Secretary General led delegation meets Dr Jitendra, discusses Astrophysics collaboration

Excelsior Correspondent NEW DELHI, May 25: A high-level delegation led by Dr. Eva Ortega-Pano, Secretary General, Ministry of Science, Innovation

Major tragedy averted, 320 tourists stranded in Gulmarg Gondola rescued

HM lauds forces for rescue, CM orders inquiry Fayaz Bukhari Srinagar, May 25: A major disaster was averted today as 320 tourists were stranded mi

Gadkari reviews NH projects in Rajasthan, Himachal ; calls for monsoon preparedness

NEW DELHI, May 25 : Union Minister Nitin Gadkari on Monday directed officials to undertake comprehensive monsoon preparedness, including effectiv

Terror and talks with Pakistan cant go together: BJP

Excelsior Correspondent Srinagar, May 25: The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) today reiterated that terrorism and talks with Pakistan cannot go toge

Public service should always remain centred on helping people: CM

52 compassionate job letters given Excelsior Correspondent SRINAGAR, May 25: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today handed over appointment orders to

Restructuring at SAI: TOPS given charge of all Olympic disciplines

New Delhi, May 25: In a rejig of the Sports Authority of Indias day-to-day operations, the N S Johal-led Target Olympic Podium Scheme (TOPS) Divi

Crackdown against narco-terror, drug smugglers to continue: LG

Admn to soon come out with Rehab Policy Excelsior Correspondent SRINAGAR, May 25: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha today said that crackdown again

Centre likely to introduce standard pack sizes for edible oils to improve price transparency

NEW DELHI, May 25: The Department of Consumer Affairs is examining the possibility of introducing standard pack sizes for edible oils under the L

CM hands over regularisation orders to CPWs of SED

*Meets legislators, VCs Excelsior Correspondent SRINAGAR, May 25: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today handed over regularisation orders to Conting

Forest Deptt gears up to submit proposal for induction of nearly 32 officers into IFoS

Comprehensive draft being finalized for MoEF *Final call to be taken up by UPSC after completion of formalities Sanjeev Pargal JAMMU, May 25: In

Chinese proverb of the day: 'You cannot catch tiger cubs without...' Life lessons on success, courage, achievement and why is it crucial to take calculated risks to get remarkable rewards

Chinese proverb of the day highlights the importance of courage, success, achievement and calculated risks in life. The ancient Chinese saying te

Kohli, Gill in focus as RCB meet GT in Qualifier 1

INDIAN PREMIER LEAGUE | PUNJAB KINGS HIT THE MOST SIXES IN THE LEAGUE STAGE (163) PLAY-OFFS MAY 26 RCB VS GT AT 7:30 PM | MAY 27 SRH VS RR AT

Niksamso Garo Community Organization (NGCO), Achik National Youth Organisation (ANYO), aro Achik Conscious Holistically Integrated Krima (ACHIK)-ni dilgiparang

Niksamso Garo Community Organization (NGCO), Achik National Youth Organisation (ANYO), aro Achik Conscious Holistically Integrated Krima (ACHIK)-

Thoughts of stepping down never came to me, says Rahane

INDIAN PREMIER LEAGUE | PUNJAB KINGS HIT THE MOST SIXES IN THE LEAGUE STAGE (163) PLAY-OFFS MAY 26 RCB VS GT AT 7:30 PM | MAY 27 SRH VS RR AT

Court allows police interrogation of Shiv Sena MLA Sanjay Gaikwad over threat to publisher

Court allows police interrogation of Shiv Sena MLA Sanjay Gaikwad over threat to publisher

DC paid price for not seizing moments: Head coach

INDIAN PREMIER LEAGUE | PUNJAB KINGS HIT THE MOST SIXES IN THE LEAGUE STAGE (163) PLAY-OFFS MAY 26 RCB VS GT AT 7:30 PM | MAY 27 SRH VS RR AT

Ishaan, Amrita shine in Chess Championship

Excelsior Sports Correspondent JAMMU, May 25: The 3rd Open Khelo Jammu Amrita Cup Chess Championship was organized by Vivek Chess Academy under t

J&K Bank Academy, Akhnoor Tigers FC A enter final of Akhnoor Football Cup

Excelsior Sports Correspondent JAMMU, May 25: The semifinals of the Akhnoor Football Cup were held today at Government Boys Higher Secondary Scho

11th Dist Jammu Pencak Silat Cship gets underway

Excelsior Sports Correspondent JAMMU, May 25: The 11th District Jammu Pencak Silat Championship 2026 commenced today with great enthusiasm and sp

Dablehar clinches Anti-Drug Cricket Tournament title

Excelsior Sports Correspondent JAMMU, May 25: Team Dablehar emerged champions of the Anti-Drug Cricket Tournament organized at Chack Majra, Bishn

Inter-Zonal sports competitions held across different venues

Excelsior Sports Correspondent JAMMU, May 25: Department of Youth Services and Sports (DYSS), Jammu today organized Inter-Zonal District Level co

Prof Adit brings global recognition to MIER Group

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, May 25: Prof Adit Gupta, Principal of MIER College of Education (Autonomous) Jammu and Director of the MIER Group

GHSS Bahu Fort hosts workshop on drug-free living

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, May 25: Government Higher Secondary School (GHSS), Bahu Fort today organized an awareness workshop on environmenta

EAM Jaishankar holds talks with Japanese counterpart Motegi

NEW DELHI, May 25: External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar and his Japanese counterpart Motegi Toshimitsu on Monday held wide-ranging talks focusi

African proverb of the day: 'Having a good discussion is like having...' Life lessons on knowledge, enlightenment, wealth and why exchange of ideas can be equivalent to treasure

African proverb of the day highlights the importance of communication, wisdom, and human connection. The proverb Having a good discussion is like

Quote of the Day by Ancient Greek historian Thucydides: It is frequently a misfortune to have very brilliant men in charge of affairs. They expect too much of ordinary men Inspiring lessons on leadership, human behavior, communication and why great leaders adjust their expectations to human reality

Quote of the Day by Thucydides: Thucydides quote, It is frequently a misfortune to have very brilliant men in charge of affairs. They expect too

Kamai da ka Hok (Earn with Righteousness): Supporting Local Businesses Should Not Mean Paying Any Price

By Balakmen Suting At the entrance of Iewduh known as Shillongs great beating heart of commerce, the oldest and most beloved bazaar (Iew) of the

'Wouldn't be here if Trump didn't want me to': Marco Rubio's response to US president's 'hellhole' remark

Garo girl Maria Manda Sangma to lead Bdesh at SAFF Championship

By Our Reporter Shillong, May 25: From the indigenous Garo community to the captaincy of a national football team, midfielder Maria Manda Sangmas

NEHU VC Post: Transforming Crisis Into Opportunity

By Rudi V Warjri I was a member of the three-member committee which was specified to search for a VC for NEHU sometime in 2020 2021. A panel of

Nongkseh finish on top of Group A, Lajong close behind

By Our Reporter Shillong, May 25: Nongkseh SSCC and Shillong Lajong FC finished first and second respectively in Group A of the 5th Meghalaya Sta

Covid-like protocol imposed on flights from Ebola hotspots

APS Happy Valley dominate Inter-APS football championship

By Our Reporter Shillong, May 25: Army Public School (APS), Happy Valley delivered a commanding performance to complete a hat-trick of titles at

Forget pills? This humble vegetable juice slashes blood pressure in just 14 days, biggest study ever

New research from the University of Exeter reveals beetroot juice significantly lowers blood pressure in older adults. Drinking nitrate-rich beet

Amit Shah starts 4-state tour today to review border security

Quarantined Spaniard Tests Positive For Hantavirus

A Spaniard placed under quarantine after partaking in a cruise hit by a deadly hantavirus outbreak has tested positive, the Spanish ministry of h

SSA teachers honour Conrad; CM LEAD Fellowship launched in Tura

From Our Correspondent TURA, May 23: The All Garo Hills SSA School Teachers Association (AGHSSASTA-CB) on Saturday held a felicitation programme

CBI takes over probe in Twisha Sharma death case

After the meeting, the CBI re-registered the state police FIR as its own case, according to the procedure

Quote of the Day by Ancient Roman poet Lucretius: The greatest wealth is to live content with Inspiring lessons on human nature, simplicity, gratitude and why happiness comes from within by the philosopher known for deep reflections of human desire

Quote of the Day by Lucretius: Lucretiuss quote, The greatest wealth is to live content with little, for there is never want where the mind is sa

Spanish Proverb of the Day: To tell a woman what she cannot do is to tell her Life lessons on empowerment, confidence, breaking limitations and why you are stronger than you think

Spanish Proverb of the Day highlights the meaning of To tell a woman what she cannot do is to tell her what she can. The saying reflects the idea

Taylor Swift & Travis Kelce: Why she admires his authenticity over past relationships

Taylor Swift reportedly admires Travis Kelce's 'real' personality, finding his open and confident nature refreshing compared to past relationship

Greek proverb of the day: 'Dread old age, for it does not...' - this Greek saying reveals the hidden struggles of aging, growing old and understanding lifes hardest stage

Greek proverb of the day: Old age arrives with many changes. Physical, emotional, and social shifts occur together. This ancient Greek proverb hi