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Farming community praises PM Modi after receiving FAOs highest honour

Since 2014, substantial progress has been made in increasing farmers` income and boosting the production of high-quality agricultural produce

22 May 2026 9:57 am
Umar Khalid moves Delhi HC seeking interim bail in 2020 riots case

Khalid had also submitted that his mother has been unwell and has been advised surgery for lump excision on June 2 at a private hospital

22 May 2026 9:52 am
Had a fruitful meeting with council of ministers, says PM Modi

PM Modi said the discussions centred around policy reforms and governance initiatives that could improve public service delivery and strengthen economic growth

22 May 2026 9:38 am
New biotechnology breakthrough may cut reliance on petroleum-based naphtha

The platform uses glycerol, a byproduct of biodiesel production

22 May 2026 9:25 am
UK releases documents on Andrew Mountbatten-Windsors 2001 appointment

The documents were released after an opposition party used a parliamentary device to request files regarding Andrew s appointment as a government trade representative

22 May 2026 9:23 am
West Aisa conflict: US submits new ceasefire proposal to Iran through Pakistan

As the negotiations continue, Pakistan Army Chief Asim Munir has planned a visit to Iran

22 May 2026 9:20 am
NASAs Hubble captures comet breaking apart in real time

The odds of Hubble catching such an event at exactly the right moment are incredibly small

22 May 2026 9:16 am
mid-day Opinion: This Melodi is very, very spicy

Learn from the pros! The Melody moment between the PM and Italian PM Giorgia Meloni teaches us valuable lessons in social media marketing and virality

22 May 2026 9:15 am
Up to five years jail proposed for trafficking banned substances to athletes

Proposed amendments have been uploaded on the Sports Ministrys website for feedback from the public with the deadline for submission being June 18

22 May 2026 9:14 am
mid-day Opinion: Garib Nagar clean-up after demolition must be quick

This is a tinderbox situation, and one spark can set off a blaze.

22 May 2026 9:12 am
Suspected Ebola cases reported in eastern DR Congos South Kivu province

The outbreak of the virus Bundibugyo strain, for which there is no vaccine, has been declared a public health emergency of international concern

22 May 2026 9:10 am
India-US trade deal likely to be finalised in coming months, says Sergio Gor

Gor said the proposed agreement was aimed at boosting trade opportunities, improving market access and strengthening economic cooperation between the two nations

22 May 2026 9:06 am
Donald Trump says US will not allow Iran to acquire nuclear weapons

Trump made a series of strong remarks at the White House, reiterating that preventing Iran from developing nuclear weapons remains a top foreign policy objective for his administration

22 May 2026 8:51 am
India-Africa Forum Summit postponed amid Ebola outbreak concerns

Even as no Ebola case has been detected in India, the Centre has intensified screening protocols for passengers arriving from high-risk African nations and reviewed preparedness measures with all states and Union Territories

22 May 2026 8:36 am
Gadchiroli Police bust fake currency racket, four held

During the joint operation carried out by Gadchiroli Police Station and the Local Crime Branch, officials seized fake currency notes, a high-tech colour printer, bond paper, computer equipment and other materials used for printing counterfeit notes

21 May 2026 11:24 pm
Pulwama attack mastermind Burhan Hamza shot dead in POJK by unknown gunmen

Hamza, who was operating under Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI)-vetted security cover, was ambushed in Muzaffarabad. He was critically injured in the attack and was airlifted to the Combined Military Hospital (CMH) in Rawalpindi, where he later succumbed to his injuries, officials said

21 May 2026 10:46 pm
Red alert issued in Vidarbha as Maharashtra battles severe heatwave

According to India Meteorological Department (IMD) data, Brahmapuri in Chandrapur district recorded the highest temperature at 47.1 degrees Celsius, followed closely by Chandrapur at 46.8 degrees Celsius

21 May 2026 10:15 pm
NCP (SP) leader Vikas lawande arrested over remarks on Warkari sect leaders

A complaint had earlier been lodged against Lawande at Wagholi Police Station in Pune district. He was accused of making objectionable comments about some spiritual leaders and members of the Warkari community

21 May 2026 10:00 pm
One lakh sensor lights to be installed to fix `dark spots`, announces Delhi CM

Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta announced that 1 lakh sensor-based LED lights will be installed across the city to eliminate dark spots and improve public safety. The lights will be connected to a central control room that will instantly detect and report faulty streetlights for quick repairs

21 May 2026 7:46 pm
AI flight suffers tail-strike on Delhi-Bengaluru flight, aircraft grounded

The incident involved flight AI2651, which was arriving in Bengaluru when the rear part of the aircraft reportedly touched the runway during landing. A tail-strike occurs when the tail of an aircraft makes contact with the ground during take-off or landing

21 May 2026 7:12 pm
AIIMS doctors warn of rise in dehydration, heat stroke cases amid Delhi heatwave

Doctors at AIIMS Delhi have advised people to take precautions against heat-related illnesses as soaring temperatures lead to a rise in dehydration and heat stroke cases. Experts urged citizens to stay hydrated, avoid outdoor exposure during peak afternoon hours, and consume ORS and electrolyte-rich drinks

21 May 2026 6:54 pm
Congress workers clash with police during NEET protest in Jaipur

Congress workers clashed with police in Jaipur during a protest over the alleged NEET paper leak. Led by Rajasthan Congress chief Govind Singh Dotasra, protesters demanded the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan and a court-monitored probe into the matter

21 May 2026 4:46 pm
Maharashtra: DRI rescues rare wildlife near Pune station, arrests two accused

The DRI seized protected wildlife species near Pune Railway Station, recovering Malabar giant squirrels and Indian star tortoises. Two suspects were apprehended and handed over to the Forest Department for legal action under the Wildlife Protection Act

21 May 2026 4:43 pm
RG Kar rape-murder: Calcutta HC orders CBI SIT probe into evidence destruction

There have been allegations that evidence was destroyed and attempts were made to downplay the incident in its immediate aftermath. The SIT was directed to probe the developments from the time the trainee doctor had dinner at the hospital till her cremation the next evening

21 May 2026 4:28 pm
Government urges to stop panic buying; petrol and diesel supply remains normal

The government has clarified that there is no shortage of petrol, diesel or LPG in India despite panic buying and rising fuel demand. Officials said fuel supply is being maintained at all retail outlets while India continues crude oil imports, including from Russia

21 May 2026 4:27 pm
DGHS issues advisory for travellers from Ebola-affected countries

Travellers who develop symptoms such as fever, vomiting, diarrhoea, or bleeding, or who have had direct contact with infected individuals, have been urged to immediately inform airport health authorities. They are also advised to seek medical attention within 21 days of arrival

21 May 2026 3:11 pm
PM Modi to chair key Council of Ministers meeting in Delhi today at 5 pm

The meeting is being viewed as an important midterm review of the governments performance. The high-level gathering is expected to be attended by Union Cabinet ministers, ministers of state with independent charge and ministers of state

21 May 2026 2:23 pm
Rajnath Singh inaugurates Indian War Memorial in South Korea

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh inaugurated the Indian War Memorial in Seoul to honour Indian soldiers who served during the Korean War. The memorial commemorates the humanitarian service and sacrifices of the Indian Armys 60 Para Field Ambulance and the Custodian Force of India

21 May 2026 2:22 pm
Cockroach Janta Partys X account withheld in amid massive popularity

The incident comes at a time when CJP has been rapidly gaining attention online as one of the most prominent parody political movements emerging from Indias meme ecosystem

21 May 2026 2:09 pm
What is the Cockroach Janta Party? Inside Indias viral Gen-Z satire movement

The Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) and the National Parasitic Front (NPF) have emerged as viral satirical outfits, blending meme culture with mock political activism and rapidly gaining traction across digital platforms

21 May 2026 2:05 pm
Bihar heatwave worsens; red alert issued in 5 districts, train services hit

Bihar is witnessing intense heatwave conditions with temperatures expected to cross 43C in several districts. The IMD has issued a Red Alert for five districts, while extreme heat and hot winds have disrupted daily life and delayed multiple train services across the state

21 May 2026 2:03 pm
Delhi HC reserves order in Raghav Chadha AI deepfake case

The Delhi High Court reserved its order on interim relief sought by Rajya Sabha MP Raghav Chadha over alleged misuse of his personality rights through AI-generated deepfakes and manipulated social media content

21 May 2026 1:49 pm
PM Modi gifts Odishas Pattachitra and orchid paintings to Norways royal family

PM Modi gifted a Pressed Orchid Painting and Orchid paperweights to his Norwegian counterpart Jonas Gahr Store; On the other hand, he presented a Kalamkari with Sun and Moon Motif to the Norwegian Crown Prince Haakon, while he gifted a Palm leaf Pattachitra to Queen of Norway Sonja

21 May 2026 1:41 pm
PM Modi gifts Indian grains, millet bars to FAO chief Qu Dongyu

Prime Minister Narendra Modi gifted curated samples of indigenous Indian rice varieties and healthy millet bars to FAO Director-General Qu Dongyu during his Italy visit. The exchange highlighted Indias agricultural diversity, nutritional heritage and focus on sustainable, climate-resilient food systems

21 May 2026 1:36 pm
Tamil Nadu cabinet expansion: 23 ministers inducted; two from Congress take oath

The expansion comes days after Vijay assumed office as Chief Minister following the Assembly elections, where his party, Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK), emerged as the single largest party by winning 108 seats in the 234-member Assembly

21 May 2026 12:57 pm
PM Modi gifts Assams Muga silk and Manipur-inspired stole to Giorgia Meloni

Among the gifts presented to Meloni were a traditional Muga silk stole from Assam and a Shirui Lily-inspired silk stole linked to Manipurs cultural identity

21 May 2026 12:33 pm
Maharashtra: Woman abandons two minor children in Beed bus, flees with paramour

The bus conductor alerted police, who rescued the children and placed them in a childcare home. Authorities are continuing investigation and legal action

21 May 2026 12:22 pm
India flags Pakistans heinous acts and terrorism record at UNSC

Indias UN envoy Harish Parvathaneni accused Pakistan of hypocrisy for raising Jammu and Kashmir while ignoring its own record of alleged violence, including airstrikes and civilian casualties documented by UN agencies

21 May 2026 12:21 pm
Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma takes oath as MLA on first day of new Assembly

Sarma took the oath in Assamese, becoming one of the first legislators to formally assume office in the newly constituted Assembly following the recent state elections

21 May 2026 12:19 pm
PM Modi arrives in Delhi after concluding five-nation tour

According to the Ministry of External Affairs, PM Modi sealed several memorandums of understanding in the areas of defence, connectivity, agriculture, traditional medicine, education, mobility and critical technologies

21 May 2026 11:38 am
No taxis, no autos: Delhi transport unions launch 3-day chakka jam protest

Delhi-NCRs transport system is bracing for disruption as drivers begin a three-day protest that is expected to severely impact public mobility. Led by AIMTC, the protest also highlights demands for fare revision, higher earnings and action against app-based cab aggregators

21 May 2026 11:07 am
PM Modi receives prestigious FAO Agricola Medal in Rome

PM Modi received the 2026 Agricola Medal, regarded as the FAOs highest honour, during a ceremony held at the organisations headquarters in Rome

21 May 2026 10:42 am
Kedarnath Yatra: Over 10,000 pilgrims evacuated after Rudraprayag landslide

The landslide occurred late Tuesday night at Munkatiya, cutting off access to the Kedarnath pilgrimage route and leaving thousands of devotees stranded in difficult weather conditions

21 May 2026 10:33 am
Prime Minister Modi concludes Italy visit, departs for India

The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA), in a statement issued after the Prime Minister departed from Italy, said the visit added fresh momentum to the India-Italy Special Strategic Partnership and further deepened bilateral cooperation across several sectors

21 May 2026 10:28 am
We may have to hit them even harder: Trump warns Iran

We will not let Iran have a nuclear weapon. That`s all. It`s very simple,` Trump said.

21 May 2026 10:24 am
No faith, no law, no morality: India slams Pakistan at UN over Afghan attacks

Indias Permanent Representative to the UN, P. Harish, raised the issue during a Security Council debate on the protection of civilians in armed conflict

21 May 2026 10:18 am
IMF holds talks with Pakistan on economic reforms amid Middle East tensions

According to the IMF Islamabad had already reaffirmed their commitment to a primary surplus target of 2 per cent of GDP in FY2027,describing the target as necessary to support fiscal sustainability and economic resilience

21 May 2026 10:13 am
Trump calls Cuba failing nation, hints at policy shift but denies escalation

Speaking to reporters during an extended media interaction on Wednesday (local time), Trump described Cuba as a failing nation and suggested that a major announcement related to the island nation could come soon

21 May 2026 10:02 am
Congress set to join Tamil Nadu Cabinet after nearly 59 years

The Congress currently has five MLAs in the Tamil Nadu Assembly and emerged as a key supporting force for the TVK government following the Assembly election

21 May 2026 9:58 am
India-US nuclear partnership gains pace as Maharashtra eyes major investments

US Ambassador to India Sergio Gor indicated that deeper collaboration between the two countries in the nuclear energy sector is expected in the coming years

21 May 2026 9:41 am