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Pakistan Interior Minister meets Iranian FM for reviewing proposals ending war

Naqvi landed in Tehran on Wednesday on an unannounced visit, his second in less than a week, aiming to reduce the differences between Tehran and Washington. He has already met the top Iranian leadership, including President Masoud Pezeshkian, Iran`s interior minister, and other senior officials

22 May 2026 11:42 pm
Maharashtra: Parli hotel owner killed over money dispute in Beed

A 43-year-old hotel owner was allegedly murdered in Maharashtras Parli Vaijnath over a financial dispute. Police said one accused slit the victims throat with an accomplice and later called his son to confess

22 May 2026 10:09 pm
`Cockroach Janata Party` demands resignation of Dharmendra Pradhan over NEET row

Satirical social media platform Cockroach Janata Party has launched an online campaign demanding Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhans resignation over the NEET-UG 2026 controversy

22 May 2026 7:55 pm
Donald Trump lookalike albino buffalo draws massive crowds in Bangladesh

Crowds in Bangladesh are flocking to see an albino buffalo nicknamed Donald Trump for its striking blond combover. The viral animal is set to be sacrificed during Eid al-Adha, drawing fans despite the owners efforts to limit crowds

22 May 2026 7:25 pm
India and Cyprus vow to combat terrorism, strengthen strategic partnership

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Cyprus President Nikos Christodoulides reaffirmed their commitment to combating terrorism and elevated bilateral ties to a strategic partnership during talks in New Delhi. The leaders discussed cooperation in trade, defence, maritime security, technology, education and India-EU engagement

22 May 2026 6:51 pm
SC raises concerns over quota for affluent backward-class families

The Supreme Court questioned the continued grant of reservation benefits to children of economically and educationally advanced families within backward classes, observing that social mobility follows empowerment

22 May 2026 6:44 pm
Centre tells SC it will bring back some people deported to Bangladesh

Solicitor General Tushar Mehta, appearing for the Centre, told a bench headed by Chief Justice Surya Kant that, keeping in view the peculiar facts and circumstances of the case and by not treating it as a precedent to be followed in other matters, the government has decided to bring them back

22 May 2026 5:37 pm
Central govt declares May 28 holiday for Bakrid 2026

According to the official notification, the revised holiday will apply to all Central government administrative offices functioning in the national capital region

22 May 2026 4:42 pm
No distance will ever weaken my AAP commitment: CJP founders 2024 post

An 2024 social media post by Cockroach Janta Party founder Abhijeet Dipke thanking AAP leader Manish Sisodia and declaring No distance will ever weaken my commitment to AAP has resurfaced gone viral

22 May 2026 4:03 pm
Senior Cong leader Thiruvanchoor Radhakrishnan elected Kerala Assembly Speaker

Radhakrishnan secured 101 votes in the election held in the Assembly, comfortably defeating candidates fielded by the opposition parties

22 May 2026 3:45 pm
PM Modi, Cyprus President hold delegation-level talks in Delhi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Cyprus President Nikos Christodoulides held delegation-level talks in New Delhi focusing on trade, investment, defence, technology, AI and regional cooperation. The visit comes amid efforts to strengthen India-Cyprus ties and deepen India-EU engagement

22 May 2026 3:38 pm
SBI staff threaten nationwide strike from May 25 over recruitment issues

SBI employees threatened a nationwide strike from May 25 over recruitment shortages, outsourcing concerns, pension issues and employee board representation demands

22 May 2026 3:33 pm
Heavy rain likely in south Kerala; orange alert issued in Alappuzha

The IMD has forecast heavy rainfall in southern Kerala and issued an orange alert for Alappuzha district, along with yellow alerts in six other districts. Authorities have warned of possible flash floods, waterlogging, traffic disruptions and isolated landslides in several parts of the state

22 May 2026 3:18 pm
Govt scared of lazy and unemployed youth: Sanjay Raut on Cockroach Janta Party

Reacting to the viral movement, Raut said, The government, which conducted Operation Sindoor, has got scared of the Cockroach Janta Party. It is scared of the youth, that too those who are lazy and unemployed

22 May 2026 3:16 pm
Tripura government cancels summer vacation for state-run colleges

The Higher Education Director of Tripura stated that this move was taken in the interest of the students, summer vacation for 26 days for all colleges, technical and professional institutions under the department`s control

22 May 2026 3:13 pm
Delhi HC grants three-day bail to Umar Khalid over mothers surgery

The Court granted interim bail from 7 am on June 1 till 5 pm on June 3 on a personal bond of Rs 1 lakh; The Court directed that Khalid shall remain within the NCR region, stay at his residence and visit only the hospital during the period of interim release

22 May 2026 2:28 pm
BCI urges Supreme Court to approve merit-based co-option system

The apex bar body has proposed filling the 10 per cent co-option quota by selecting women candidates who secured the highest number of votes among those not elected, rather than through subjective appointments

22 May 2026 2:24 pm
Quad foreign ministers to meet in New Delhi on May 26

According to the Ministry of External Affairs, the visit reflects continued high-level engagement among Quad partners and their shared commitment to a free, open and inclusive Indo-Pacific region

22 May 2026 2:20 pm
Delhi-NCR taxi and auto strike enters second day over fare revision demands

The 72-hour strike was announced by several transport organisations, including the All India Motor Transport Congress (AIMTC) and Chalak Shakti Union; These bodies represent truck operators, private bus owners, cab drivers, and maxi-cab drivers in the region

22 May 2026 1:07 pm
Illegal animal sacrifice will invite criminal action during Eid: Delhi govt

Ahead of Eid-ul-Azha, the Delhi government warned that the sacrifice of cows, calves, camels, buffaloes and other prohibited animals is illegal and will invite criminal action. Development Minister Kapil Mishra also banned public-place sacrifices and unauthorised animal trading in the city

22 May 2026 1:06 pm
Severe heatwave leaves 31 NCC cadets hospitalised at Jabalpur training camp

The cadets experienced symptoms such as dizziness, vomiting, diarrhoea, weakness and semi-consciousness, prompting immediate hospitalisation. Health officials said the primary cause appears to be heatstroke linked to extreme temperatures and strenuous outdoor activities

22 May 2026 1:00 pm
Mamata Banerjee calls for emergency KMC councillors` meeting

A party councillor, who did not wish to be named, said the main agenda is to discuss the evolving situation; The party feels that the KMC bureaucratic setup is functioning independently at the behest of the Municipal Affairs & Urban Development Department and is ignoring the elected councillors, mayor and members of the mayor in council

22 May 2026 11:53 am
Cockroach Janta Partys viral rise leaves founder Dipkes parents anxious

Instagram-based satire outfit has gained over 19 million followers within a short span. Dipkes parents, based in Maharashtras Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar, said they are anxious about his involvement in politics and want him to pursue a stable job instead

22 May 2026 11:41 am
Rajya Sabha bypolls for Maharashtra and Tamil Nadu seats to be held on June 18

The Maharashtra seat fell vacant after the resignation of Sunetra Pawar on May 6. Her tenure in the Rajya Sabha was originally scheduled to continue till July 4, 2028

22 May 2026 11:11 am
Rajya Sabha elections for 24 seats across 10 states to be held on June 18

According to the Election Commission, the terms of 24 Rajya Sabha members elected from 10 states will expire during the June-July period, necessitating fresh elections

22 May 2026 10:52 am
Donald Trump says US to send 5,000 more troops to Poland after Pentagon`s delay

Earlier this week, the US Department of Defense announced that the number of US Brigade Combat Teams stationed in Europe would be reduced from four to three, bringing troop levels back to figures seen in 2021

22 May 2026 10:42 am
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