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The larger of the two proposals involves long-term sustainment support for Indias fleet of M777A2 ultra-light howitzers, valued at an estimated USD 230 million

According to court filings submitted before the Eastern District of New York, the Department of Justice requested that the indictment against Adani and other accused individuals be dismissed permanently

Singh said he paid respects to Ho Chi Minh and praised his contribution to Vietnams national liberation movement and global solidarity

The van was going to Sisaiya from Lakhimpur when the accident took place between Unchgaon and Bharehta villages

As part of the new arrangement, all premium AC buses operating between Ahmedabad and Bhavnagar will now run via the newly constructed Ahmedabad-Dholera Express Highway

Several sculptures dotted the lawns and pathways of the space, showing traditional occupations of the East Indian community

Authorities said restoration and repair work began immediately after the accident, while railway officials launched an investigation into the cause of the derailment

More collaborations and themed, community-driven museums and galleries can create a stronger ecosystem and a vibrant canvas for citizens to discover their citys treasures

According to the MEA, Prime Minister Narendra Modi will attend the 3rd India-Nordic Summit in Oslo on May 19 alongside leaders of Norway, Denmark, Finland, Iceland and Sweden.

At a White House healthcare event, Trump said the United States had been prepared to launch a very major attack on Iran as early as Tuesday, but he agreed to delay military action following requests from leaders in Saudi Arabia, Qatar and the United Arab Emirates

Kwatra said many assumptions about disagreements between New Delhi and Washington do not reflect the actual state of the relationship; he added India and the United States enjoy broad bipartisan support, regardless of changes in political leadership in either country

The announcement came during a White House event where President Donald Trump was asked whether Americans should be concerned about the outbreak

In anticipation of this significant event, Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai chaired a comprehensive high-level review meeting to assess the ongoing preparations

Bail was needed to conduct the burial, carry out customary rites, and perform various other ceremonies

The Dutch-flagged MV Hondius was to be disinfected

A new study points to tetrachloroethylene (PCE), widely used in dry cleaning and manufacturing, as a potential contributor to serious liver damage

The US is expected to carry out attacks jointly with Israel if the war resumes

Hamas confirmed Haddads death

The incident took place in Motileda village in Giridih district

The womans 26-year-old husband and father-in-law have been arrested

Universities directed to embed scientific investigation, BNS reforms into law curricula to advance evidence-based justice delivery

Industries, factories and contractors are told to avoid outdoor work between 12 pm and 4 pm amid soaring temperatures

Two men were arrested in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar for allegedly murdering a couple and their two children, dismembering their bodies and dumping them in suitcases in Bihars Kaimur district. Bihar Police tracked the suspects with local police support before taking them into custody

Prime Minister Narendra Modi held talks with Norwegian PM Jonas Gahr Store in Oslo, focusing on trade, investment, green technology and the blue economy. Modis first Norway visit in 43 years will also see him attend the Nordic-Indian Summit and review strategic India-Nordic cooperation

NIA has filed its investigation report against five juveniles before the Juvenile Justice Board in the Pakistan-linked Ghaziabad espionage case. The accused allegedly installed spy cameras at sensitive railway sites, shared geo-tagged footage with terrorists, and helped operatives procure Indian SIM cards

A Houthi-controlled court in Yemen has sentenced 19 people to death for allegedly collaborating with the Saudi-led coalition during the countrys prolonged civil war. The verdict comes days after the Houthis and Yemens internationally recognised government agreed to a major prisoner swap involving 1,600 detainees

Speaking at a wedding ceremony, he said that within just 10 days of the governments formation, women, youth and Gen Z, among others, had begun to understand the true face of the administration, adding that those in power would continue to expose themselves further in the coming days

Addressing the media, Swarnim Chaturvedi, general secretary and media chairperson of the Rajasthan Pradesh Congress Committee, alleged that the NEET-2026 paper leak amounted to playing with the future of millions of students across the country and held the Centre and NTA directly responsible

PM Modi, speaking on the Day 1 of his two-day visit to Oslo, said the partnership would combine Indias scale, speed, and talent with Norways technology and capital to develop global solutions across sectors such as clean energy, climate resilience, blue economy and green shipping

The Railway Ministry has unveiled the first look of the Mumbai-Ahmedabad Bullet Train near its Delhi office as work on Indias first high-speed rail corridor gathers pace, with officials hopeful of launching services between Surat and Billimora this year

West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari warned of strict action against attacks on police after violence erupted in Park Circus during protests over alleged bulldozer demolitions. The Chief Minister said his government would adopt a zero-tolerance approach to stone pelting and unrest targeting law enforcement

Supporters of the Eknath Shinde-led Shiv Sena gathered outside the coaching centre, raised slogans against Motegaonkar and threw ink on Renukai Career Centre (RCC) signboards

A 33-year-old woman tourist from Tamil Nadu was killed after being crushed during a fight between two trained elephants at Karnatakas Dubare Elephant Camp. State Forest Minister Eshwar Khandre has ordered a detailed probe and directed stricter safety measures for tourists around wildlife

Rajnath Singh is scheduled to hold talks with his Vietnamese counterpart, with discussions expected to cover a broad range of defence and security cooperation issues. Defence cooperation, military exchanges, defence manufacturing and regional security are expected to remain key focus areas during the visit

AAP chief Arvind Kejriwal defended party leader Deepak Singla after his arrest by the Enforcement Directorate, alleging he was targeted for refusing to join the BJP. Kejriwal also extended support to arrested Punjab minister Sanjeev Arora, calling him brave and patriotic

Developed at CSIR-NCL, DME is being positioned as a clean fuel that can be produced domestically using coal, biomass, and methanol. Researchers say it closely matches LPG in usage and can help ease pressure on foreign exchange reserves

Ukraine has alleged that a Russian drone struck a Chinese-owned cargo ship in the Black Sea near Odesa overnight, just ahead of Russian President Vladimir Putins scheduled visit to Beijing. Kyiv said the vessel, carrying an all-Chinese crew, sustained damage but no casualties were reported

More than 50 vessels had departed from Marmaris in Turkey as part of the Global Sumud Flotillas mission to reach Gaza while Israels Foreign Ministry warned the flotilla to turn back immediately

US President Donald Trump warned that time is running out for Iran to reach a peace deal as negotiations remain stalled amid renewed regional tensions. The warning came as drone attacks targeted US allies in the Gulf, further straining the fragile truce

The visit marks the first time in 43 years that an Indian PM has travelled to the Nordic country and is being seen as a significant strategic outreach towards Northern Europe. The visit comes at a crucial juncture in India-Nordic ties, with a strong focus on trade and economic cooperation

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay held his first key administrative review meeting with ministers, prioritising school education and preparations for reopening after summer vacation. The discussions focused on departmental readiness, Class 10 results, and governance priorities for the new administration

Supreme Court takes a critical note that its two-judge bench of the top court had deviated from the views taken by the verdict of a three-judge bench

Sena (UBT) leader Ambadas Danve, who led the protest, said that they were there to support onion farmers; They want the government to procure the crop at a good rate, and that was their only demand from the agitation

District-wise, Pune led with the highest number of households completing self-enumeration at 1,53,568, followed by Mumbai Suburban with 1,21,068, Thane with 1,16,512, Mumbai City with 61,295, and Nashik with 52,667

A massive fire broke out at a warehouse storing decoration and event management materials in Indores Khajrana area early Monday. Around 10-15 fire tenders were deployed as firefighters worked to control the blaze and prevent it from spreading

The agency alleged that Motegaonkar was part of an organised gang involved in obtaining and circulating the NEET-UG 2026 question paper and answers before the examination

Heatwave conditions intensified across Rajasthan with Barmer recording the states highest temperature at 45.4 degrees C. The IMD has issued a yellow alert for 19 districts, warning of rising temperatures and continued severe heatwave conditions over the coming days

PM Modi extended his best wishes to Satheesan and said the Union government would cooperate with the new administration in fulfilling the aspirations of the people of Kerala

Leaders, including Vaiko and Su Venkatesan, argued that the artefacts should be housed and exhibited in Tamil Nadu museums to preserve and showcase the regions cultural and historical heritage, while others suggested locations such as Gangaikonda Cholapuram for permanent display

Supporters of Edappadi K. Palaniswami (EPS) and the rival faction led by former Ministers S.P. Velumani and C.Ve. Shanmugham are increasingly engaged in a struggle for control, leading to party offices being locked and brought under security watch