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Work of removing debris underway: NDRF officials on Mehrauli building collapse incident

New Delhi | June 1, 2026 6:24:22 AM IST

The rescue teams on Sunday found "no signs of survivors or live victims" under the debris of the Mehrauli five-storey building, which collapsed a day before, despite utilising advanced mechanical equipment and sniffer dogs, officials said. ... read..

"Don't support any kind of violence in politics": BJP's Gaurav Vallabh over attack on Abhishek Banerjee

New Delhi | June 1, 2026 2:24:20 AM IST

A day after TMC MP Abhishek Banerjee was allegedly attacked in Sonarpur, South 24 Parganas, BJP leader Gaurav Vallabh on Sunday stressed that the party doesnot "back any kind of violence in politics". ... read..

"He's shown it again": Kohli's childhood coach Rajkumar Sharma

By Utkarsh Rathour

New Delhi | June 1, 2026 1:54:55 AM IST

Virat Kohli's masterful unbeaten innings guided Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) to defend their title after they clinched a five-wicket win over Gujarat Titans (GT) in the IPL 2026 final on Sunday, earning high praise from his childhood coach Rajkumar S ... read..

Commercial LPG Cylinder price hiked by Rs 42 in Delhi, new rates effective from today: Sources

New Delhi | June 1, 2026 1:54:48 AM IST

The prices of 19 kg commercial cylinders have been increased by Rs 42 in Delhi, bringing the price to Rs 3113.50, according to sources. ... read..

"Extraordinary player": Kohli's childhood coach Rajkumar hails Sooryavanshi after teen sensation becomes youngest IPL Orange Cap winner

New Delhi | June 1, 2026 1:54:46 AM IST

Virat Kohli's childhood coach Rajkumar Sharma has lauded rising sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi after he became the youngest player in Indian Premier League (IPL) history to win the Orange Cap. ... read..

"Sher ko khoon mooh lag gya hai": Cricket fraternity hails RCB's successful IPL title defence

New Delhi | June 1, 2026 1:54:45 AM IST

The cricketing fraternity congratulated Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) on sealing their second successive Indian Premier League (IPL) title, with iconic cricketer Sachin Tendulkar saying that the task for RCB was no longer to prove that they could do i ... read..

Indian women bag 10 medals, including 2 gold at U17 Asian Wrestling Championships 2026

New Delhi | May 31, 2026 11:55:36 PM IST

India's women wrestlers delivered a flawless performance at the U17 Asian Wrestling Championships 2026 in Da Nang, Vietnam, securing a 100% podium finish with an impressive haul of 10 medals: 2 gold, 3 silver and 5 bronze, according to a press release. ... read..

Rahul Gandhi alleges CBSE answer sheets scanned using mobile phones, calls it "fraud"

New Delhi | May 31, 2026 11:55:31 PM IST

Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi on Sunday accused the Centre and the CBSE of compromising the evaluation process of answer sheets, alleging that changes in tender specifications led to answer sheets being scanned using mobile phones. ... read..

Mann Ki Baat: PM Modi congratulates Indian athletes for breaking records at National Senior Athletics Federation Competition

New Delhi | May 31, 2026 11:55:29 PM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday congratulated Indian athletes during the 134th episode of his 'Mann Ki Baat' radio programme for their stellar achievements at the National Senior Athletics Federation Competition held in Ranchi, Jharkhand. ... read..

'Blue' Moon illuminates night sky in India, skywatchers express happiness

New Delhi | May 31, 2026 11:25:00 PM IST

Skywatchers across India were treated to a rare celestial spectacle on Sunday evening as the much-anticipated Blue Moon illuminated the night sky. ... read..

NSA Doval calls on Myanmar President on his maiden visit

New Delhi | May 31, 2026 10:54:57 PM IST

National Security Advisor Ajit Doval on Sunday called on Myanmar President U Min Aung Hlaing on Sunday. ... read..

Asian U20 Athletics Championships: Mogali Venkatram wins gold in men's 800m event

New Delhi | May 31, 2026 10:24:34 PM IST

India's Mogali Venkatram claimed gold in the Men's 800m at the Asian U20 Athletics Championships, showcasing a brilliant performance that saw him finish first in a highly competitive field. ... read..

Nepal delegation led by Rabi Lamichhane to visit India on June 1

New Delhi | May 31, 2026 10:24:25 PM IST

A delegation of the Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP), Nepal, led by Chairman of RSP Rabi Lamichhane, will visit India from 1st June onwards on the invitation of the BJP President Nitin Nabin, as per an official statement. ... read..

Asian U20 Athletics C'ships: Indian relay athletes break records, secure medals

New Delhi | May 31, 2026 9:24:56 PM IST

The women's 4x100 m relay team of Kajal, Bhavana, Aarti and Nipam secured the silver medal at the Asian U20 Athletics Championships in Hong Kong on Sunday and also registered a new junior national record. ... read..

MCD suspends two engineers after building collapse near Saket Metro Station; death toll rises to six

New Delhi | May 31, 2026 9:24:53 PM IST

The Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) has suspended two engineers of its Building Department in connection with the collapse of a building in South Delhi's Said-ul-Azaib area near Saket Metro Station, officials said on Sunday. ... read..

Reliance Jio Infocomm CFO Rajneesh Jain launches book 'Quiet Excellence' in New Delhi

New Delhi | May 31, 2026 9:24:49 PM IST

Reliance Jio Infocomm Limited President and Chief Financial Officer (CFO) Rajneesh Jain launched his book 'Quiet Excellence: 52 Reflections on Work, Faith and What Truly Matters' on Sunday at a special event held at the India International Centre (IIC), N ... read..

Pak spending $900,000 every month on lobbying: Foreign affairs expert Robinder Sachdev on FARA disclosures reveal

New Delhi | May 31, 2026 9:24:44 PM IST

Even as Pakistan's military leadership claims India begged the United States to mediate a ceasefire during recent border tensions, public US lobbying disclosures tell a radically different story of Islamabad scrambling to buy influence in Washington. ... read..

PM Modi's 'Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam' campaign has become a resolve: NDMC Vice Chairman

New Delhi | May 31, 2026 9:24:30 PM IST

New Delhi Municipal Council Vice Chairman Kuljeet Singh Chahal on Sunday said that the 'Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam' initiative has become a resolve, underlining that the NDMC carries out tree planting exercises every Sunday. ... read..

DRI seizes 105 kg ganja in Bihar, arrests 2; narcotics worth Rs 46.5 crore seized in state over past year

New Delhi | May 31, 2026 8:25:02 PM IST

The Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI) has seized 104.9 kg of ganja in Bihar and arrested two persons involved in its transportation under the provisions of the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act, 1985, the Ministry of Finance sa ... read..

Centre asks states to speed up legal metrology reforms to ease business compliance

New Delhi | May 31, 2026 8:24:50 PM IST

The Centre has asked states and Union Territories to expedite the implementation of legal metrology reforms, including the shift from a licensing regime to a registration-based system for businesses dealing in weights and measures, as part of efforts to r ... read..

Union MoS Raksha Khadse visits NorthEast United FC, commends club's grassroots talent development model

New Delhi | May 31, 2026 7:55:04 PM IST

Union Minister of State for Youth Affairs & Sports, Raksha Khadse, visited NorthEast United FC and interacted with the club's management, coaching staff and young footballers, appreciating the club's efforts towards identifying and nurturing football ... read..

Enumeration phase of SIR begins in Odisha, Mizoram, Sikkim, Manipur

New Delhi | May 31, 2026 7:55:02 PM IST

Enumeration Phase of the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls has started in Odisha, Mizoram, Sikkim and Manipur on Sunday. The four States are part of the third phase of the SIR exercise, ordered in total 16 States and three Union Territor ... read..

"Only PM in world who talks to countrymen every month": BJP Delhi Chief Harsh Malhotra hails PM Modi

New Delhi | May 31, 2026 7:54:52 PM IST

Following Prime Minister Narendra Modi's 134th edition of 'Mann ki Baat', BJP Delhi President Harsh Malhotra on Sunday hailed PM Modi, saying that he is the only Prime Minister in the world who addresses the citizens every month through a radio broadcast ... read..

Nothing is so hard for Indian athletes, we can also do everything: Sprinter Animesh Kujur during PM Modi's Mann Ki Baat programme

New Delhi | May 31, 2026 7:24:12 PM IST

Sprinter Animesh Kujur, who along with athlete national-record holder Gurindervir Singh, spoke with Prime Minister Narendra Modi during his Mann Ki Baat address on Sunday, said that both of them have been selected for the Commonwealth Games and will striv ... read..

Delhi: Death toll rises to six in Mehrauli building collapse

New Delhi | May 31, 2026 6:55:01 PM IST

The death toll in the building collapse in Delhi's Mehrauli area rose to six, Delhi Police said on Sunday. ... read..

Assam CM meets Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal in Delhi, discusses roadmap for Viksit Assam

New Delhi | May 31, 2026 6:24:37 PM IST

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Sunday met Union Minister for Ports, Shipping and Waterways, Sarbananda Sonowal in the national capital and held discussions on accelerating the state's development journey under the vision of a 'Viksit Assam'. ... read..

India's service trade, remittances to support current account balance in FY27: RBI Annual Report

New Delhi | May 31, 2026 6:24:30 PM IST

A robust outlook for India's services trade balance, particularly in software and business services, along with steady inward remittances from non-Gulf countries, is expected to support the country's current account balance in 2026-27, according to the Re ... read..

Women's cricket: Thailand, Malaysia and China qualify for Asian Games event

New Delhi | May 31, 2026 5:55:06 PM IST

Thailand and Malaysia, who faced off in the final of the women's cricket qualifying tournament for the 2026 Asian Games, have secured their spots in the main event, along with China, which finished third on Sunday. ... read..

"I was shocked, it's shameful": Kapil Sibal condemns attack on Abhishek Banerjee

New Delhi | May 31, 2026 5:55:03 PM IST

Senior advocate and Rajya Sabha MP Kapil Sibal on Sunday strongly condemned the attack on Trinamool Congress (TMC) MP Abhishek Banerjee in West Bengal's Sonarpur, alleging that the incident was "premeditated" and raising questions over security arrangemen ... read..

Communication and Electronic Warfare specialist Admiral Krishna Swaminathan assumes charge as 27th Chief of Naval Staff

New Delhi | May 31, 2026 5:55:00 PM IST

Admiral Krishna Swaminathan on Sunday assumed charge as the 27th Chief of the Naval Staff, succeeding Admiral Dinesh Kumar Tripathi, who superannuated after 41 years of distinguished service. ... read..

"My name will be there with theirs": Lamine Yamal aims to stand alongside Ronaldo, Messi

New Delhi | May 31, 2026 5:54:56 PM IST

Barcelona star Lamine Yamal has set his sights on joining the ranks of football's all-time greats, Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi, not by being compared to them, but by being mentioned alongside them. ... read..

Nitin Nabin to chair crucial BJP office bearers' meet on June 1 ahead of team revamp

New Delhi | May 31, 2026 5:54:54 PM IST

BJP National President Nitin Nabin will chair a crucial meeting of the party's top office bearers at the BJP headquarters on June 1 to review preparations for programmes marking 12 years of the Narendra Modi-led government at the Centre, party sources tol ... read..

Assam CM meets EAM Jaishankar, discusses Act East Policy and regional trade opportunities

New Delhi | May 31, 2026 5:24:47 PM IST

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Sunday met External Affairs Minister (EAM) S Jaishankar and discussed ways to strengthen the Centre's Act East Policy while exploring Assam's potential role in enhancing trade and tourism ties with neighbouring ... read..

Assam CM meets Rajnath Singh, seeks guidance on positioning state in defence sector

New Delhi | May 31, 2026 5:24:42 PM IST

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Sunday met Defence Minister Rajnath Singh and discussed ways to position the state as a key player in the country's defence ecosystem. ... read..

Santner back in NZ Test squad after recovery from IPL shoulder injury

New Delhi | May 31, 2026 5:24:28 PM IST

New Zealand have recalled Mitchell Santner to their Test squad for the series against England, kickstarting at Lord's from June 4, after he recovered from a shoulder injury sustained during the Indian Premier League (IPL) while playing for Mumbai Indians. ... read..

"Tradition to express opinions through ballot, not violence": Shashi Tharoor condemns attack against Abhishek Banerjee

New Delhi | May 31, 2026 4:55:00 PM IST

Congress MP Shashi Tharoor on Sunday condemned the alleged attack on Trinamool Congress MP Abhishek Banerjee, saying that violence is "not good for politics." ... read..

Hybrid work to dominate, but 'intentional' office days will define careers: ACCA Report

New Delhi | May 31, 2026 4:54:58 PM IST

Forward-looking, India's workplace is set to settle into a hybrid default, but with sharper rules. As companies globalise and teams spread across cities and time zones, the next 1-2 years will be less about "mandating days" and more about making office ti ... read..

"Happy birthday my lady...": Naga Chaitanya pens heartfelt birthday note for wife Sobhita Dhulipala

New Delhi | May 31, 2026 4:54:54 PM IST

Actor Sobhita Dhulipala is celebrating her 34th birthday on May 31, and husband, Naga Chaitanya, marked the occasion with a heartfelt social media post that offered fans a glimpse into their life together. ... read..

Assam CM meets Union Ministers in Delhi; maps out defence, global growth blueprint

New Delhi | May 31, 2026 4:54:52 PM IST

Fresh off a decisive electoral victory, Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma hit the ground running in the national capital, holding a series of high-level meetings with key Union Ministers to carve out a transformative development and security roadma ... read..

"Sees extraordinary in ordinary": Bandi Sanjay praises PM Modi after Ram Charan shares anecdote on film 'Peddi'

New Delhi | May 31, 2026 4:54:48 PM IST

Union Minister Bandi Sanjay Kumar on Sunday lauded Prime Minister Narendra Modi's ability to find "the extraordinary in ordinary lives," highlighting an anecdote shared by actor Ram Charan during a recent promotional event for his upcoming film Peddi. ... read..

SBI Research calls for stronger RBI intervention as rupee slide outpaces fundamentals

New Delhi | May 31, 2026 4:54:47 PM IST

SBI Research has called for stronger intervention by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) to support the rupee, arguing that the currency's recent depreciation is excessive and not in line with India's economic fundamentals. ... read..

South African Dy President Mashatile visits Dilli Haat to explore India's cultural, entrepreneurial landscape

New Delhi | May 31, 2026 4:24:48 PM IST

South Africa Deputy President Paul Mashatile, along with South Africa's Minister of Small Business Development, Stella Tembisa Ndabeni-Abrahams, visited Dilli Haat in the national capital on Sunday as part of their ongoing visit to India from May 29 to Ju ... read..

IMD forecasts heavy rainfall in UP, Rajasthan and southern states

New Delhi | May 31, 2026 3:54:40 PM IST

India is witnessing widespread rainfall, thunderstorms, and gusty winds as the monsoon steadily progresses across the country, according to the India Meteorological Department (IMD). ... read..

Delhi Hospital partners with DrRing to launch India's first wearable SOS device

New Delhi | May 31, 2026 3:54:25 PM IST

A private hospital in Delhi has partnered with DrRing to launch what it claims is India's first hospital-integrated wearable emergency response device directly connected to a hospital emergency department. ... read..

Commercial real estate emerging as developer's new growth engine amid strong leasing demand, stable yields

New Delhi | May 31, 2026 3:24:40 PM IST

India's real estate sector is witnessing a structural shift as commercial real estate steadily emerges as a key long-term growth driver for developers, backed by stable rental yields, increasing institutional participation, and robust occupier demand from ... read..

Asian U20 Athletics Championships: Shahnavaz Khan dominates men's long jump, India's gold medal tally goes up to 7

New Delhi | May 31, 2026 3:24:39 PM IST

Indian athletes added three more gold medals to their tally on the penultimate day of the 22nd Asian U20 Athletics Championships in Hong Kong on Saturday. ... read..

"Branded students as deep state agents, Pakistanis": Kharge slams Centre amid CBSE, NEET mess

New Delhi | May 31, 2026 3:24:33 PM IST

Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge on Sunday launched a sharp attack on the Centre amid the ongoing controversy over alleged irregularities and growing concerns in the CBSE evaluation process, claiming that students raising concerns were being labelled ... read..

Government, industry and academia converge to strengthen India's water research and innovation ecosystem

New Delhi | May 31, 2026 3:24:26 PM IST

The Ministry of Jal Shakti is set to organise the National Workshop on R&D in Water on Monday at Dr. Ambedkar International Centre in the national capital, said an official release. ... read..

Delhi LG expresses grief over deaths in Mehrauli building collapse, orders immediate relief

New Delhi | May 31, 2026 3:24:21 PM IST

Delhi's Lieutenant Governor, Sardar Taranjit Singh Sandhu, on Sunday condoled the demise of atleast 4 people, and expressed concern over the deaths and injuries in the building collapse near Saket Metro Station in South Delhi's Mehrauli police station are ... read..

CBSE deploys IIT, govt cybersecurity teams to secure OnMark portal amid OSM controversy

New Delhi | May 31, 2026 3:24:17 PM IST

Amid the ongoing controversy surrounding its On-Screen Marking (OSM) evaluation process, the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) on Sunday said it has been closely monitoring vulnerabilities flagged in the OnMark portal of its service provider an ... read..

Mumbai records highest May property registrations in 14 years at 12,315 units: Knight Frank India

New Delhi | May 31, 2026 3:24:11 PM IST

Mumbai recorded 12,315 property registrations in May 2026, the highest for the month of May in the past 14 years, reflecting sustained demand in the city's residential market, according to data from the Maharashtra Department of Registrations and Stamps ( ... read..

Shalimar Bagh Demolition: DM Shailendra Singh says residents were compensated

New Delhi | May 31, 2026 2:54:39 PM IST

North Central Delhi District Magistrate (DM) Shailendra Singh on Sunday said the Shalimar Bagh demolition drive is taking place on land that was acquired in 1980, with all residents duly compensated at the time, emphasising that the current action follows ... read..

"Impact player needs to go away": Sachin Tendulkar

New Delhi | May 31, 2026 2:54:37 PM IST

Legendary Indian cricketer Sachin Tendulkar believes the Indian Premier League's (IPL) Impact Player rule should be scrapped, arguing that it creates an imbalance in T20 cricket by allowing teams to add an extra batter to already strong line-ups. ... read..

NPPA fixes retail prices of 30 drugs including Vitamin D3, Methylcobalamin

New Delhi | May 31, 2026 2:54:34 PM IST

The National Pharmaceutical Pricing Authority (NPPA) has fixed the retail prices of 30 drug formulations, including Vitamin D3 oral solution, calcium and vitamin supplements, anti-diabetic medicines, cardiovascular drugs and immunosuppressant therapies. ... read..

Mehrauli building collapse: Delhi CM assures strict action against unauthorised buildings

New Delhi | May 31, 2026 2:54:30 PM IST

Following the tragic five-storey building collapse in South Delhi's Mehrauli police station area, Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Sunday said that strict action will be taken against all unauthorised structures and the municipal officers responsible f ... read..

Infrastructure and AI: The twin engines of India's growth story

New Delhi | May 31, 2026 2:54:36 PM IST

As India positions itself for the next phase of economic growth, two forces are emerging as critical drivers of its future- world-class infrastructure and artificial intelligence (AI). ... read..

Shivraj Chouhan to launch 'Khet Bachao Abhiyan' on June 1 as Govt reviews fertiliser, fuel stocks amid West Asia crisis

New Delhi | May 31, 2026 2:24:28 PM IST

Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan will launch the Khet Bachao Abhiyan nationwide from June 1, responding to the Prime Minister's call to reduce excessive fertiliser use. The month-long campaign will run till June 30 and begin from Ramsiya v ... read..

Mann Ki Baat: PM Modi lauds Kerala Swimming instructor Saji Valasseril whose mission has trained over 15,000 people

New Delhi | May 31, 2026 2:24:17 PM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday praised Kerala-based swimming instructor Saji Valasseril for his sustained efforts to promote swimming and water safety ... read..

BJP leaders likely to meet PM Modi, discuss Rajya Sabha biennial elections

New Delhi | May 31, 2026 2:24:12 PM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is likely to meet senior BJP leaders today evening with the meeting expected to discuss the upcoming biennial elections to the Rajya Sabha. ... read..

"Receiving messages of joy, pride": PM Modi shares significance of Chola copper plates brought back to India

New Delhi | May 31, 2026 1:54:35 PM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday welcomed the repatriation of the 11-century Chola-era copper plates (Anaimanglam plates) from the Netherlands to India after more than 300 years and shared that it has brought immense joy and pride in India and the T ... read..

Economic fundamentals favour a stronger rupee, reforms needed for higher growth: Economist Surjit Bhalla

New Delhi | May 31, 2026 1:54:33 PM IST

Economist and author Surjit Bhalla has said that India's strong economic fundamentals favour a stronger rupee and that policy reforms are needed to attract investment and boost growth. ... read..

"A ray of hope": PM Modi hails 'Namami Gange Abhiyan' initiative for saving trapped Gangetic dolphin in UP

New Delhi | May 31, 2026 1:54:31 PM IST

Highlighting the success of the central government's river rejuvenation initiatives, Prime Minister Narendra Modi, during his 134th "Mann Ki Baat" address on Sunday, lauded the country's first dedicated dolphin rescue ambulance, built under the 'Namami Ga ... read..

"Indians always had special fascination with astronomy": PM Modi highlights rise of youth astronomy clubs

New Delhi | May 31, 2026 1:24:01 PM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday highlighted India's deep-rooted connection with astronomy, saying that navigation, calendars and festivals have long been linked to the sky and stars. ... read..

"One day you'll watch me on TV": Gurindervir Singh recounts childhood dream to PM Modi

New Delhi | May 31, 2026 1:24:04 PM IST

Punjab-born sprinter Gurindervir Singh Pannu, who broke the national record by finishing the 100-metre sprint, impressed Prime Minister Narendra Modi by recounting his struggles, sacrifices and childhood journey that culminated in creating sporting histor ... read..

BJP leaders across India tune in to PM Modi's 134th "Mann Ki Baat" episode

New Delhi | May 31, 2026 12:54:37 PM IST

Chief Ministers, Union Ministers and senior political figures from the BJP across India tuned in to listen to the 134th episode of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's radio programme "Mann Ki Baat" on Sunday, reflecting its continued reach and resonance nation ... read..

PM Modi urges people to stay hydrated in hot weather, also relish 'desi drinks'

New Delhi | May 31, 2026 12:54:32 PM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday urged citizens to stay hydrated and take necessary precautions amid the rise in summer temperature across different parts of the country and also suggested enjoying "desi drinks" to beat the heat. ... read..

"Attack on Abhishek Banerjee due to lack of security": Udit Raj criticises BJP for treating security as its "exclusive domain"

New Delhi | May 31, 2026 12:24:58 PM IST

Congress leader Udit Raj on Sunday strongly condemned the attack on Trinamool Congress (TMC) national general secretary Abhishek Banerjee, highlighting the lack of adequate security for the Lok Sabha MP. ... read..

Singaporean envoy to India celebrates Vesak on "blue moon day"

New Delhi | May 31, 2026 12:24:56 PM IST

Singapore's High Commissioner to India, Simon Wong, on Sunday marked the occassion of Vesak with a message of peace and enlightenment, coinciding with a rare "blue moon" day. ... read..

Will appeal to govt for a nationwide gig workers' law, like those in Karnataka, Telangana: Uday Bhanu Chib

New Delhi | May 31, 2026 11:54:20 AM IST

The Indian Youth Congress (IYC) on Saturday organised the 'Gig Workers' Nyay Campaign' Conclave at the AICC Headquarters, Indira Bhawan, New Delhi. ... read..

PM Modi begins his Mann Ki Baat address with India's achievements in athletics, talks with sprinters Gurindervir Singh, Animesh Kujur

New Delhi | May 31, 2026 11:54:18 AM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday began his Mann Ki Baat radio programme with recent achievements of Indian athletes in athletics and said the national record in the 100-metre race had been broken thrice in two days at the 29th National Senior Athlet ... read..

Admiral Krishna Swaminathan assumes command as 27th Chief of Naval Staff

New Delhi | May 31, 2026 11:54:15 AM IST

Admiral Krishna Swaminathan on Sunday assumed command as the 27th Chief of the Naval Staff (CNS). He emphasised that maintaining peak operational readiness and driving technological modernisation will be his topmost priorities amid a challenging regional ... read..

Private investment, not West Asia crisis, is India's growth challenge: Surjit Bhalla

New Delhi | May 31, 2026 11:24:39 AM IST

Indian economist and author Surjit Bhalla has said that weak private investment, rather than the ongoing West Asia crisis, is the key factor slowing India's economic growth. ... read..

EaseMyTrip posts 8.9 per cent YoY revenue growth in Q4 FY26, highlights Vision 2030 roadmap

New Delhi | May 31, 2026 11:24:35 AM IST

EaseMyTrip reported continued momentum in Q4 FY26 with revenue from operations growing 8.9 per cent year-on-year to Rs 152 crore, supported by strong traction in hotels, holidays and international markets. The company also highlighted its Vision 2030 road ... read..

Delhi: Demolition drive underway in Shalimar Bagh to clear 150 illegal constructions

New Delhi | May 31, 2026 10:55:11 AM IST

A demolition drive is underway in Shalimar Bagh, Delhi, on Sunday, with heavy security deployed and paramilitary forces assisting Delhi Police personnel. The action is being taken against around 150 unauthorised constructions to make way for road widening ... read..

Mayawati pays tribute to Ahilyabai Holkar on birth anniversary

New Delhi | May 31, 2026 10:55:02 AM IST

Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP) chief Mayawati on Sunday paid homage to Ahilyabai Holkar on her birth anniversary, recalling her contributions to the nation and offering her salutations. ... read..

Delhi: Two dead after building collapses in Mehrauli

New Delhi | May 31, 2026 10:55:01 AM IST

Two people died while three others remain critical following a building collapse in the Mehrauli police station area. ... read..

CITI welcomes temporary removal of 11% cotton import duty, calls it boost for textile exports

New Delhi | May 31, 2026 10:54:56 AM IST

The Confederation of Indian Textile Industry has welcomed the Central Government's decision to temporarily remove the 11% import duty on cotton from June 1 to October 31, saying the relief will help India's MSME-dominated textile and apparel sector improv ... read..

CCPA imposes Rs 7 lakh penalty for misleading claims relating to UPSC civil services examination results

New Delhi | May 31, 2026 10:25:10 AM IST

The Central Consumer Protection Authority (CCPA) has imposed a penalty of Rs 7 lakh on Vajiram and Ravi IAS Study Centre LLP for allegedly publishing misleading advertisements and concealing material information related to the success of candidates in the ... read..

"Collaboration between military, industry, academia will be key enabler for modernisation": CDS General NS Raja Subramani

New Delhi | May 31, 2026 10:25:06 AM IST

Assuming office as India's top military commander, Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) General NS Raja Subramani on Monday underscored his vision for a modernised and resilient military, stating that "innovation in thought and action" will drive the capability d ... read..

"Innovation in thought and action will drive our capability development": CDS General NS Raja Subramani

New Delhi | May 31, 2026 10:25:03 AM IST

Amit Shah pays homage to Ahilyabai Holkar on her birth anniversary, hails her contribution to society

New Delhi | May 31, 2026 10:25:01 AM IST

Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Sunday paid tribute to Lokmata Ahilyabai Holkar on her birth anniversary, recalling her vision for society and her efforts in restoring India's cultural heritage. ... read..

General NS Raja Subramani takes charge as CDS, receives ceremonial Guard of Honour

New Delhi | May 31, 2026 9:54:58 AM IST

Newly appointed Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) General NS Raja Subramani on Monday was accorded a ceremonial Guard of Honour at the South Block lawns in the national capital, marking the beginning of his tenure as the country's top military officer. ... read..

Centre revises export levies on petrol, diesel, ATF from June 1 amid West Asia crisis

New Delhi | May 31, 2026 9:24:27 AM IST

The Central Government has notified revised export levies on petrol, diesel and aviation turbine fuel for the next fortnight beginning June 1, citing the need to ensure domestic availability of petroleum products amid the West Asia crisis. ... read..

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