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Breakfast meetings, Delhi huddles fuel Karnataka Congress leadership chatter

Deputy Chief Minister D K Shivakumar, who has long been seen as a contender for the Chief Ministers post, also attended the Delhi meetings along with senior Congress leaders and party general secretary in-charge of Karnataka Randeep Singh Surjewala

27 May 2026 9:16 pm
Telangana to set up SPV for fiber network

In the first phase, restoration of digital connectivity will be undertaken in 3,089 villages across the undivided Nizamabad, Ranga Reddy, and Khammam districts

27 May 2026 9:11 pm
27 May 2026 8:00 pm
Suresh Gopi reviews BPCL pipeline project in western Tamil Nadu

The 1,732 crore pipeline project, now over 82% complete, is expected to enhance fuel supply efficiency across western Tamil Nadu and Karnataka while strengthening regional energy infrastructure and supporting long-term industrial growth

27 May 2026 7:35 pm
Every border district to have 360-degree security framework: Amit Shah

During a high-level security review meeting in Bikaner, Rajasthan, Union Home Minister Amit Shah directed to demolish illegal structures within 15 kms of India-Pakistan borders

27 May 2026 7:20 pm
Telugu Desam Party plans 33% reservation to women in 2029 general elections

The next era of Indian politics must belong to women leadership, says TDP working president Nara Lokesh

27 May 2026 7:12 pm
Tamil Nadu CM Vijay meets PM Modi in Delhi

Seeks Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft (AMCA) design and development centre and the Centre for Air Borne Systems facility in Tamil Nadu.

27 May 2026 6:37 pm
Telangana urged to create flexible and growth-oriented gig economy framework

Forum calls for wider consultations for rules on Gig Workers Bill

27 May 2026 5:46 pm
CPI(M) workers heckle ED sleuths emerging after raid on premises of Pinarayi Vijayan

CPI(M) accused the BJP-led Central Government of using investigative agencies for political vendetta against opposition parties

27 May 2026 5:46 pm
SC seeks Centre, NCERT's response on plea against CBSE's 3-language rule for Class 9 students

According to a recent circular issued by CBSE, the study of three languages, including at least two native Indian languages, has been made compulsory for Class 9

27 May 2026 3:36 pm
Soumya Swaminathan, Agrawal elected as Royal Society fellows

This yearscohort includes pioneers and leaders across a range of scientific fields, from astronomy and cancer research to mathematics and biotechnology, says the Society

27 May 2026 3:25 pm
Kerala Postal Circle posts 10% revenue growth; rolls out new parcel and delivery initiatives

In April 2026, the Kerala Circle also secured the third position in the country in parcel revenue growth for FY 202627

27 May 2026 12:35 pm
No ebola case in India, as individual in Bengaluru tests negative: Health Ministry

The Health Ministry has been coordinating with the States to put in place surveillance and public health protocols in view of the Ebola outbreak in some African countries

27 May 2026 10:16 am
ED raids premises of ex-CM Pinarayi Vijayan in CMRL money laundering case

Investigators examining allegations Vijayans daughter received substantial monthly payments from private miner

27 May 2026 9:59 am
Karnataka Congress leadership change buzz intensifies after Delhi meetings

While discussions about a possible transition continue within political circles, the Congress party has denied any immediate change, calling the meetings routine

26 May 2026 10:32 pm
Pondy Oxides approves 200 crore copper recycling plant in Tamil Nadu

The project, to be completed by December 2026, will support domestic and export demand while strengthening the companys vertical integration

26 May 2026 10:25 pm
ED conducts raids in Tamil Nadu in drug-linked money laundering case

The case is based on two 2024 cases registered by the Directorate of Revenue Intelligence involving large seizures of hashish and methamphetamine worth over Rs 250 crore

26 May 2026 6:15 pm
Reject Karnatakas Mekedatu project DPR, TN CM Vijay urges PM Modi

In a letter to the Prime Minister, Vijay said the project could adversely affect water flows to Tamil Nadu and harm the interests of lakhs of Cauvery-dependent farmers

26 May 2026 5:58 pm
India, Japan discuss expanding skilled workforce cooperation at Tokyo Seminar

The event was attended by several senior dignitaries from India and Japan, including Japanese lawmakers, government representatives and industry leaders

26 May 2026 3:21 pm
Maruti Suzuki sets up Advanced Manufacturing Lab at Haryana ITI

The lab, aligned with the Government of Indias Skill India mission, will provide hands-on training in automobile manufacturing areas such as assembly, welding, painting, machining, mechatronics, and safety

26 May 2026 3:16 pm
Kerala launches Project Zero to crack down on corruption, digital graft

Chennithala said the initiative would ensure that people receive services from government offices without having to pay bribes

26 May 2026 3:04 pm
Maharashtra govt probing fuel hoarding, diversion amid spike in petrol, diesel demand: Fadnavis

Fadnavis said unusual spikes in consumption had been recorded in several districts

26 May 2026 2:43 pm
Andhra Pradesh and foundit ink MoU for skill development

The partnership aims to strengthen industry-ready talent pipelines, improve employability, and expand opportunities for students and job seekers through thefounditplatform

26 May 2026 1:50 pm
AIADMK chief hits out at TN govt''s crop loan waiver, calls it ''scientific deception''

alaniswami said the then AIADMK government had completely waived 12,110 crore in farm loans, which provided relief to over 16.43 lakh farmers without any complex restriction

26 May 2026 12:02 pm
CNG price in Chennai raised to 95 per kg, auto drivers seek fare revision

Local auto drivers say the current pricing structure makes operations unsustainable, without a matching increase in official passenger fares

26 May 2026 10:17 am
Delhi records warmest May night in nearly 14 years as mercury touches 43 degrees

The maximum temperature at Safdarjung, the citys base station, settled at 43.5 degrees Celsius, 3.3 degrees above normal, while the minimum temperature was recorded at 32.4 degrees Celsius, 5.7 degrees above normal

26 May 2026 8:59 am
ICMR inks 41 public health tech transfer deals with industry

Of the total 41 deals, 39 involved technology transfers and two material transfer agreements, an ICMR representative told businessline

25 May 2026 9:35 pm
Karnataka pushes sustainable brewing ecosystem as sector generates 40,000 cr revenue

Industry representatives called for stronger collaboration between government, academia and manufacturers to drive research, engineering excellence, automation, product innovation and skill development in brewing technology

25 May 2026 9:23 pm
New Bengal government to bring visible industrial reforms within 100 days: BJP

The proposed reforms under Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari are expected to include investor incentives such as tax holidays and measures to curb extortion and political interference

25 May 2026 8:27 pm
AP Govt will extend loans up to 1 crore to aspiring entrepreneurs: CM Naidu

Lays foundation stones for 38 MSME parks as part of an initiative to set up 175 parks

25 May 2026 7:45 pm
Amazon inks AP Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises Development Corporationto support MSMEs

As part of theinitiative, Amazon will conductknowledge sharingsessions coveringoverview of global marketplaces, export-readiness, compliance considerations, logistics, and sustainable scaling.

25 May 2026 7:43 pm
Keralas labour crunch deepens across sectors

The crisis has intensified after a large number of migrant workers who returned to their native States for elections failed to come back

25 May 2026 7:25 pm
Delhi government cuts officials travel expenses by 25% amid austerity drive

The Finance Department has also encouraged the use of video conferencing and economical air travel choices.

25 May 2026 4:30 pm
Maharashtra government inks pact with Aggreko India for 400 cr investment in Pune

Aggreko India will set up a state-of-the-art global engineering and manufacturing centre at Phulgaon in Pune district, with work on the project expected to begin later this year

25 May 2026 4:08 pm
Finance Commission allocates 9,968 crore to Telangana for rural infrastructure

The funds allocated is part of the 4,35,236 crore earmarked by the Finance Commission for States, to be spent during2026-27 - 2030-31

25 May 2026 3:25 pm
TN CM Vijay directs officials to expedite legal steps on Mekedatu dam row involving Karnataka

The meeting was held in the wake of the Bhumi puja (groundbreaking ceremony) for the project being planned

25 May 2026 3:10 pm
Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah to travel to Delhi amid expectations for a Cabinet reshuffle

Several Karnataka MLAs and ministers have sought changes in the ministry, with some even setting deadlines for the exercise

25 May 2026 2:06 pm
Adityanath calls for trader-friendly tax system, better services for honest taxpayers

CM also called for continuous engagement with traders, awareness programmes for small businesses, and taxpayer assistance initiatives at district and block levels

25 May 2026 1:56 pm
Andhra CM inaugurates MSME growth summit, lays foundation for 38 parks

On the occasion, the government entered into agreements with companies such as Meta, Amazon and Zoho to promote investment and entrepreneurship

25 May 2026 1:37 pm
IMD forecasts rain, people of South Bengal to get respite from sweltering heat from Wednesday

Residents of the western districts of Purulia and Paschim Bardhaman suffered from scorching heat, with day temperatures in Purulia town and Panagarh crossing 41 degrees Celsius

25 May 2026 12:46 pm
UCC Bill introduced in Assam Assembly; seeks to ban polygamy, register live-in relationships

The opposition parties opposed the move and demanded wider consultation with all the stakeholders before its introduction.

25 May 2026 11:48 am
Uniform Civil Code will not affect tribals, says Amit Shah, urges not to fall for conspiracies

Addressing a tribal conclave, Shah said special provisions have been made in BJP-ruled states implementing the UCC to keep tribal communities out of its ambit

25 May 2026 8:56 am
Petrol, diesel prices raised by 2.61-2.71; hikes top 7.5/litre within two weeks

Marks the fourth increase in less than two weeks as state-owned fuel retailers continued to pass on rising international oil prices to consumers

25 May 2026 7:00 am
Rubio gives reminder of Indias $500 bn US goods purchase intent

Experts say with US SC invalidating reciprocal tariffs, economic logic of earlier commitments have become irrelevant

24 May 2026 6:57 pm
Karnataka hikes minimum wages by 60%; Bengaluru workers to get at least 23,376 a month

The government has also, for the first time, brought all 81 scheduled employments under a single wage notification

24 May 2026 6:56 pm
Delhi CM Rekha Gupta approves mega projects worth over 1,000 crore under 'Mission Yamuna'

The massive funding injection is specifically earmarked for the comprehensive cleanup of the Najafgarh Drain, extensive sewage treatment upgrades, and advanced water management systems

24 May 2026 2:46 pm
Telangana: 16 dead due to heatstroke; govt announces 4 lakh ex-gratia

With temperatures soaring abnormally and the IMD warning of intensified heat wave conditions over the next three days, DCs have been directed to remain on high alert

24 May 2026 2:09 pm
Andhra CM to launch 38 industrial parks at MSME Growth Summit in Vijayawada

This launch will be the third phase of the programme, and the foundation stones were laid for 100 industrial parks in the first two phases, and several of them have already become operational

24 May 2026 11:33 am