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In a post on X, the Indian mission wrote, We have learnt of an incident involving a vessel off the coast of Oman. We are closely monitoring the situation and in close touch with the local authorities. We shall update soon
The Delhi High Court granted bail to Kashmiri activist Khurram Parvez in an NIA terror conspiracy case, citing nearly four-and-a-half years of pre-trial detention and slow trial progress
PMRDA Metropolitan Commissioner Dr Abhijit Chaudhari said that the full corridor is expected to become operational by December 2026. Improved pedestrian access and wider footpaths are also being developed around the first seven stations
The threat emails reportedly contained references to Khalistan, Operation Blue Star and Operation Woodrose, adding to the seriousness of the matter
The Union Cabinet passed a resolution congratulating Prime Minister Narendra Modi on becoming India`s longest-serving elected prime minister, surpassing Jawaharlal Nehru`s record
Addressing a press conference in Pune on Wednesday, CJP founder Abhijeet Dipke claimed that students across the country had suffered due to issues linked to examinations such as NEET, CBSE and CUET
The boat was about to head to Purushottampuri, a shrine dedicated to Lord Purushottam, located about 20 km from Majalgaon tehsil
PM Modi on Wednesday became India`s longest-serving Prime Minister, marking 12 years at the helm of the Central government. He crossed former Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru`s record with 4,399 days in office as an elected Prime Minister
Puri said the government has successfully managed fluctuations in global oil markets over the past several months and will continue to closely monitor the situation
A 32-year-old woman was killed and 20 people injured in two separate road accidents in Uttar Pradesh`s Hardoi and Bahraich districts. Police said a bus overturned after the driver allegedly fell asleep
The Pune Municipal Corporation evacuated its headquarters after receiving an email threatening a bomb blast at the main building and the mayor`s office. The Bomb Detection and Disposal Squad launched a thorough search, while authorities barred entry to the premises
The legislation, known as the Secure America Act, passed 214-212 largely along party lines and now heads to Trump`s desk for his signature
Two Army personnel from the 8 Rashtriya Rifles were killed in an accidental explosion near the Line of Control in the Uri sector of Jammu and Kashmir`s Baramulla district. The soldiers, both from Maharashtra, succumbed to their injuries at an Army hospital in Srinagar
The cement mixer truck suddenly overturned while negotiating a turn at the Navale chowk and fell onto the motorcycle, crushing the rider underneath, officials from Narhe police station said
The Congress has accused Mahajan of making anti-national remarks and of insulting the Indian Armed Forces during a recent visit to Punjab
On this occasion, PM Modi shared his thoughts on social media platform X. He said, Public service is the biggest test of good governance. Only a person who works continuously with humility, dedication and dutifulness earns public trust
The police`s Social Security Branch intercepted the truck near an eatery on the Outer Ring Road in Maharashtra`s Nagpur city on Tuesday morning. During a detailed search, it recovered 150.52 kg of ganja concealed behind 21.26 tonnes of steel coils, a police official said
Taliban spokesperson Zabihullah Mujahid said on Wednesday that the strikes took place on Tuesday night and also left 14 women and children injured
Prime Minister Modi achieved the milestone on Wednesday after completing 4,399 days in office as an elected Prime Minister, surpassing the record held by India`s first Prime Minister, Jawaharlal Nehru
With 4,399 days in office as an elected Prime Minister, PM Modi overtook Nehru`s tenure calculated from 1952 onwards, when the country`s first general elections were held and a democratically elected government took charge
Nigeria will evacuate the first batch of its citizens from South Africa following reports of attacks on foreign nationals and growing anti-immigration protests. The government said the operation will be fully funded and returnees will receive support upon arrival
United States on Tuesday urged countries around the world to step up efforts to contain the Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) and Uganda, saying Washington has already mobilised extensive resources and that broader international action is needed
US military carried out strikes on Iranian military infrastructure after an American Army Apache helicopter was allegedly brought down near the Strait of Hormuz. CENTCOM described the operation as a self-defence response ordered by President Donald Trump
White House science adviser Michael Kratsios described artificial intelligence as a magical technology and stressed the need to make it accessible to all Americans. Speaking at the Presidential AI Challenge awards, he highlighted AI education and student innovation
Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum reaffirmed her government`s commitment to providing humanitarian aid to Cuba, citing longstanding solidarity and the island nation`s economic challenges. She also criticised US policies toward Cuba and backed the principle of self-determination
The Zoji La Tunnel achieved a major milestone as the final 2.5 metres were blasted through, connecting its two ends. The world`s longest single-tube bi-directional tunnel will cut travel time between Kashmir and Ladakh from 1.5 hours to just 15 minute
Frequent power cuts and restrictions on diesel sales in portable cans have left Pune`s private hospitals struggling to run backup generators. The IMA Pune has urged the district administration to ensure emergency fuel availability for critical healthcare services
We now want to create a lush, thriving forest that will inspire future generations, the minister stated.
Protests intensified across Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir (PoJK) after deadly clashes left seven civilians dead. Internet blackouts, a shutdown strike and reported arrests have drawn concern from more than 50 British MPs over the deteriorating situation
Authorities in Japan`s Utsunomiya captured a wild black bear after a dramatic multi-day search that led to school closures and stay-indoors advisories. The incident comes amid a rise in bear sightings and attacks in urban areas across the country
TMC leader and former Bidhannagar Municipal Corporation chairman Sabyasachi Dutta was arrested from North 24 Parganas in connection with an alleged extortion and criminal intimidation case. Police said the arrest stems from a businessman`s complaint over a Rs 1 crore demand
op officials from the Health and Education ministries, NTA and NMC will appear before a parliamentary panel to explain the conduct of the NEET-UG re-exam. The meeting follows the cancellation of the May 3 test and concerns over alleged paper leaks and student distress
Indian Coast Guard rescued 24 Indian seafarers from the Palau-flagged tanker MT Marivex after it was struck by missiles off the coast of Oman. The rescue operation was launched following an alert from the Maritime Rescue Coordination Centre
Congress leader Sandeep Dikshit launched a sharp attack on the government, claiming that the reduction in subsidies reflected a decline in welfare measures
The fraudsters reportedly posed as stock market experts and lured the victim with promises of exceptionally high returns on investments. They allegedly displayed fake profits worth more than Rs 26 crore on a fraudulent trading platform, officials said
The move is aimed at protecting passengers from food safety risks, cyber fraud and financial losses linked to unauthorised websites and mobile applications that misuse IRCTC`s branding and services, an official statement said
As part of the campaign, railway officials counselled 5,217 road users on safety practices while crossing railway tracks. In addition, 201 gatemen and railway staff members received guidance on operational safety and vigilance
The Maharashtra Cabinet on Tuesday approved a major restructuring of state government departments, increasing their number from 33 to 45 to improve administrative efficiency and decision-making. It also cleared amendments to the Maharashtra GST Act and MIDC Act
Addressing the company`s 31st Annual General Meeting, Chandrasekaran said that TCS is investing in building AI agents for internal operations, solution frameworks, and client-specific work
The Maharashtra government on Tuesday constituted an expert sub-committee to examine the sharp decline in onion prices and assess the impact of the Centres export policy on the sector over the past seven to eight years
Jet fuel for domestic airlines will now cost Rs 115 per litre, up from Rs 104.927. Under the new framework, the rate will be locked in for up to three years for airlines that choose to opt into the government-backed price stabilisation scheme
A Delhi court on Tuesday rejected the bail plea of Manisha Waghmare, an accused in the NEET (UG) 2026 paper leak case being investigated by the CBI. The Rouse Avenue Court passed the order after hearing both the prosecution and defence arguments in detail
The opposition party claimed that the move would further burden economically weaker families and force many beneficiaries to return to traditional cooking methods due to the rising cost of LPG refills
Trump said discussions with Iran were continuing and suggested that negotiators could gain greater clarity on the outcome within the next few days
The cause of the crash was not immediately known, and US military officials had yet to provide detailed information on the circumstances surrounding the incident
India is expected to witness average salary hikes of 8.6 per cent to 10.2 per cent in FY27, led by high-growth sectors such as EV, FinTech, healthcare and energy, according to a TeamLease report. IT support executives, electrical engineers and Pune, Hyderabad, Chennai and Ahmedabad are set to see strong growth
Uttar Pradesh Police seized around six quintals of ganja worth an estimated Rs 10 crore in Kanpur and arrested several alleged drug smugglers. The consignment was reportedly meant for distribution across Kanpur and nearby districts as officials probe the trafficking network
In its order issued, the tribunal observed that the responsibility to care for senior citizens is not merely a moral obligation but a legally enforceable condition when property is transferred on such assurances
The case involved Vijay Singh, who was convicted of murdering his brother in 1985 and sentenced to life imprisonment. His appeal remained pending before the high court for four decades before being dismissed earlier this year

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