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India ranks second in APAC as data center operational capacity hits 1.6 GW: Cushman & Wakefield

New Delhi | May 27, 2026 12:24:32 PM IST

India ranks second in Asia Pacific (APAC) markets with 1.6 GW operational capacity, establishing itself as a significant growth engine for digital infrastructure in the region. The country also features among the top three APAC markets by development pipe ... read..

Africa emerging as key market for Indian sweet biscuit exports: Commerce Ministry

New Delhi | May 27, 2026 11:54:19 AM IST

Africa is emerging as an important market for India's sweet biscuit exports, reflecting growing demand for Indian food products and expanding trade partnerships, according to a post shared by the Department of Commerce under the Ministry of Commerce and I ... read..

"Offer water to those in need": PM Modi appeals as heatwave grips several parts of India

New Delhi | May 27, 2026 11:54:17 AM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday urged citizens to take precautions against the rising temperatures across the country, advising people to stay hydrated, carry water while stepping outdoors and extend help to those in need as several states conti ... read..

Delhi police bust interstate cyber fraud network following complaint from tea seller; three arrested

New Delhi | May 27, 2026 11:54:11 AM IST

The Central District Police's Cyber Police Station on Wednesday busted an organised interstate network involved in facilitating cyber fraud by supplying bank account kits, SIM cards, and ATM cards to criminal syndicates, according to an official statement ... read..

SIR constitutional, cannot be termed illegal because it goes beyond ordinary voter revision process: SC upholds ECI's voter rehaul

New Delhi | May 27, 2026 11:54:05 AM IST

The Supreme Court on Wednesday upheld the Election Commission of India's (ECI) Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls, which was first undertaken in Bihar, holding that the exercise is constitutional, legally tenable and cannot be struck down ... read..

INS Kolkata thwarts suspected piracy attack near merchant vessel MV Mashallah 1

New Delhi | May 27, 2026 11:25:03 AM IST

Indian Naval Ship (INS) Kolkata on Wednesday foiled a suspected piracy attempt in the vicinity of merchant vessel MV Mashallah 1 in the Western Indian Ocean. ... read..

Jairam Ramesh flags violation of FRA in clearance of Great Nicobar Island Project, urges action from Ministry of Tribal Affairs

New Delhi | May 27, 2026 11:25:01 AM IST

Senior Congress leader Jairam Ramesh on Wednesday reiterated dissatisfaction with the Central government's handling of the Great Nicobar Island Project, urging the Ministry of Tribal Affairs to ensure strict legal compliance with the Forest Rights Act, 20 ... read..

"Dedicated entire life to building inclusive, progressive India": Rahul Gandhi remembers Jawaharlal Nehru

New Delhi | May 27, 2026 10:54:18 AM IST

Senior Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Wednesday paid tributes to former Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru on his 62nd death anniversary, saying the entire life of the country's first PM was dedicated towards "building an inclusive, harmonious, and progress ... read..

Indian markets open flat amid cautious sentiment, DII inflows support equities despite global pressures

New Delhi | May 27, 2026 10:24:09 AM IST

Indian benchmark indices opened flat on Wednesday amid cautious domestic sentiment, even as strong domestic institutional inflows continued to support the markets against persistent foreign portfolio investor (FPI) outflows and global uncertainties. ... read..

Government monitoring Ebola situation amidst recent surge, no confirmed cases in India

New Delhi | May 27, 2026 9:54:28 AM IST

Amidst the recent surge in Ebola virus cases in several parts of Africa, the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare is closely monitoring the evolving situation, sources said. ... read..

"Power upgrades helped Delhi avoid blackouts": Delhi Power Minister Ashish Sood

New Delhi | May 27, 2026 9:54:23 AM IST

Delhi Power Minister Ashish Sood on Wednesday said that the power cuts people faced last summer were due to system issues. ... read..

Congress leaders pay floral tribute to former PM Jawaharlal Nehru on death anniversary

New Delhi | May 27, 2026 9:24:25 AM IST

Congress chief Mallikarjun Kharge and Leader of Opposition (LoP) Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi paid floral tributes to former Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru at the Shantivan memorial on his 62nd death anniversary. ... read..

PM Modi pays homage to first PM Jawaharlal Nehru on his death anniversary

New Delhi | May 27, 2026 9:24:22 AM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday paid homage to India's first Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru on his 62nd death anniversary. ... read..

Delhi police apprehends one of the accused in Amar colony shooting incident

New Delhi | May 27, 2026 9:24:19 AM IST

The Delhi Police on Wednesday apprehended one of the accused in the shooting incident that took place in the Amar Colony area of South East Delhi on Tuesday evening, according to Delhi police sources. ... read..

Monsoon uncertainty, price pressures to weigh on Indian agrochemical performance: Report

New Delhi | May 27, 2026 8:24:40 AM IST

Higher agrochemical prices coupled with monsoon uncertainty are likely to weigh on Indian Q2FY27E performance. According to a 360 ONE Capital report, the Indian agrochemical sector faces immediate headwinds as a combination of rising raw material costs an ... read..

Policy Research and Change Foundation holds workshop for MPs, MLAs to discuss issues related to good governance; Tarun Chugh addresses gathering

New Delhi | May 27, 2026 2:54:45 AM IST

Nation First Policy Research and Change Foundation (NFPRC) on Tuesday organised a special workshop for Members of Parliament and legislators at the India Habitat Centre, focusing on health, education, digital communication and good governance in line with ... read..

'6,500 lives shaken': Delhi Gymkhana staff seek job security

New Delhi | May 27, 2026 2:54:43 AM IST

The Staff Welfare Association of the Delhi Gymkhana Club on Tuesday said that employees are seeking protection of their jobs and livelihoods amid ongoing legal proceedings in the Delhi High Court, expressing hope for relief through judicial intervention. ... read..

"Committed to remaining a reliable partner": Aussie FM Wong during 17th Framework Dialogue with EAM Jaishankar

New Delhi | May 26, 2026 11:55:02 PM IST

Australian Foreign Minister Penny Wong on Tuesday said that Australia remains "committed to remaining a reliable partner" for India, underscoring the depth and growing significance of bilateral ties during the 17th Foreign Ministers' Framework Dialogue wi ... read..

Possible change of guard in Karnataka? Congress High Command holds meeting with CM Siddaramaiah

New Delhi | May 26, 2026 11:54:53 PM IST

The corridors of power in Delhi and Bengaluru are currently abuzz with a familiar yet intensified political speculation. As the Congress party navigates a period of significant political "churn" in Karnataka, the recent high-stakes meeting convened by the ... read..

Government launches Rs 5,000 cr Coal India OFS; floor price set at Rs 412, 10% discount to market

New Delhi | May 26, 2026 11:24:38 PM IST

The Government of India has announced an Offer for Sale (OFS) in Coal India Ltd (CIL), aiming to divest up to 2% stake in the state-run miner through a base offer and green shoe option, with a floor price fixed at Rs 412 per share. The total issue size is ... read..

Delhi government approves increase in annual income eligibility limit for ration cards to Rs 2.5 lakh

New Delhi | May 26, 2026 11:24:20 PM IST

Delhi Cabinet has approved a proposal to increase the annual income eligibility limit for ration cards from Rs 1.2 lakh to Rs 2.5 lakh under the Public Distribution System (PDS). ... read..

Delhi court grants bail to Takshila Academy director in Jai Bhim Yojana corruption case

New Delhi | May 26, 2026 11:24:09 PM IST

The Rouse Avenue Court on Tuesday granted bail to Narendra Kumar Gupta, Director of Takshila Academy Private Limited, who was arrested in connection with an alleged corruption case linked to the 'Jai Bhim Mukhyamantri Vikas Yojana'. ... read..

CM Rekha Gupta's initiative: Old clothes collection boxes to be installed at 10 Delhi metro stations

New Delhi | May 26, 2026 10:54:24 PM IST

A new initiative aimed at promoting environmental conservation and sustainable development is set to be launched in Delhi under the guidance of Chief Minister Rekha Gupta. ... read..

Tripura CM Manik Saha meets PM Modi, extends congratulations on 12 years of public service

New Delhi | May 26, 2026 10:54:22 PM IST

Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha on Tuesday met Prime Minister Narendra Modi and extended his heartfelt greetings and congratulations for completing 12 glorious years dedicated to public service. ... read..

Ravi Dahiya praises Deaf cricketers' passion, backs bright future for Indian wrestling

By Vivek Prabhakar Singh

New Delhi | May 26, 2026 10:54:17 PM IST

Olympics silver medalist Ravi Dahiya praised deaf cricketers for their dedication and hard work, saying he feels inspired by their passion and commitment despite the challenges they face. ... read..

A second chance at life: Delhi's first private hospital lung transplant survivor completes 1 year

New Delhi | May 26, 2026 9:55:02 PM IST

A 65-year-old woman from Faridabad, who was suffering from end-stage Interstitial Lung Disease caused by scleroderma, has completed one year after undergoing a bilateral lung transplant at Indraprastha Apollo Hospital, New Delhi,the release said. ... read..

Cockroach Janta Party founder's plea against blocking of X handle to be heard by Delhi HC on May 29

New Delhi | May 26, 2026 9:24:26 PM IST

The Delhi High Court is scheduled to hear on May 29 the plea filed by Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) founder Abhijeet Dipke challenging the blocking of the party's X (formerly Twitter) account by the Central Government. ... read..

US very engaged, continues to remain engaged: MEA on Washington's position in grouping

New Delhi | May 26, 2026 9:24:18 PM IST

The Ministry of External Affairs on Tuesday asserted that the Quad remains strong and continues to expand its engagement, dismissing speculation over a shift in the United States' position on the grouping. ... read..

Jyothi Surekha Vennam, Dhiraj Bommadevara receive extensive support for LA 2028 cycle from SAI

New Delhi | May 26, 2026 8:54:31 PM IST

In order to sharpen preparations for the Asian Games 2026 and the upcoming Archery World Cup stages, the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports and Sports Authority of India have continued to provide extensive financial and high-performance support to the c ... read..

"Perception that animation is for kids": Filmmaker Vaibhav Kumaresh on challenges for animated films in India

By Palash Srivastava

New Delhi | May 26, 2026 8:54:27 PM IST

The Emmy-nominated animation filmmaker Vaibhav Kumaresh reflected on the changes in the animation industry, especially after the digital boom post-lockdown during Covid. The filmmaker believes that it's his responsibility to make and promote Indian animat ... read..

Unnao rape case: Sengar was not public servant in area where incident reported, counsel argues before Delhi HC

New Delhi | May 26, 2026 8:54:22 PM IST

The Delhi High Court on Tuesday heard the arguments on the final appeal filed by former BJP MLA Kuldeep Singh Sengar in the Unnao rape case. His counsel argued that the trial court awarded the punishment prescribed for a public servant for the offence of ... read..

Delhi Minister Kapil Mishra directs strict enforcement of Bakrid advisory across national capital

New Delhi | May 26, 2026 8:54:20 PM IST

Rapid Response Teams (RRTs), constituted in all 13 districts of Delhi on the directions of Delhi Development Minister Kapil Mishra, on Tuesday conducted inspections in various areas and markets across the capital and spread awareness regarding the advisor ... read..

Kumar Mohit and Chandermohan strike gold as Indian freestyle wrestlers claim 9 medals counting in Vietnam

New Delhi | May 26, 2026 8:54:11 PM IST

Indian freestyle wrestlers maintained their solid form at the U23 Asian Championships in Da Nang, Vietnam, adding four more medals to the country's tally on day four of the competition on Tuesday. ... read..

Quad continues to remain a grouping of four members: MEA on expansion

New Delhi | May 26, 2026 8:54:08 PM IST

The Ministry of External Affairs on Tuesday clarified that the Quad continues to remain a grouping of four member countries, while noting that the platform remains open to collaboration with other partners in specific areas of cooperation. ... read..

Wireless, broadband see strongest growth as India adds 6.95 mn phone users in April; Reliance Jio leads market

New Delhi | May 26, 2026 8:24:37 PM IST

India's telecom sector posted broad-based gains in April 2026, with wireless and broadband leading the uptick as total telephone subscribers rose by 6.95 million to 1337.54 million, TRAI data released this week showed. ... read..

Quad's existence is not because we need to address a particular geography's concerns, says MEA as China expresses opposition to "exclusive groupings"

New Delhi | May 26, 2026 8:24:35 PM IST

India on Tuesday said that Quad's existence "is not because we need to address a particular geography's concerns" and that the four-nation grouping has been operating for a very long time and has been delivering projects. ... read..

CM Rekha Gupta's initiative: Old clothes collection boxes to be installed at 10 metro stations to promote environmental conservation

New Delhi | May 26, 2026 7:54:03 PM IST

The Delhi government, under the guidance of Chief Minister Rekha Gupta, is set to launch an initiative to promote environmental conservation and sustainable development through the installation of old clothes collection boxes at 10 major Delhi Metro stati ... read..

"India a very indispensable partner within Quad framework," says Japanese Foreign Press Secretary Kitamura Toshihiro

New Delhi | May 26, 2026 7:24:21 PM IST

The 11th Quad Foreign Ministers' Meeting in the national capital on Tuesday culminated in landmark pacts to scale up maritime surveillance, fortify submarine cable infrastructure, and build resilient supply networks for critical minerals across the Indo-P ... read..

Shuttler Lakshya Sen returns to BWF Top 10 in men's singles rankings after 440 days

New Delhi | May 26, 2026 7:24:16 PM IST

India's Commonwealth Games champion and Paris Olympics semifinalist, Lakshya Sen, has made it back to the top 10 in the Badminton World Federation (BWF) men's singles rankings for the first time since March last year. ... read..

Gold seen consolidating near term before resuming uptrend on West Asia worries, stronger USD: Report

New Delhi | May 26, 2026 7:24:15 PM IST

Gold prices are likely to consolidate in the near term as the West Asia conflict and a stronger US dollar cap upside, but ICICI Bank Global Markets expects the yellow metal to resume gains by late 2026 once geopolitical tensions ease and central banks fac ... read..

Discussion during Siddaramaiah, Shivakumar's meeting with Congress leadership was "concentrated only on" RS, Council elections: KC Venugopal

New Delhi | May 26, 2026 7:24:06 PM IST

Congress today termed as "speculation" reports about the possibility of leadership change in Karnataka and said that a meeting of Chief Minister Siddaramaiah and Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar with the party leadership discussed the upcoming Rajya S ... read..

Delhi Govt strengthens heatwave preparedness; special heat illness ward set up at LNJP hospital

New Delhi | May 26, 2026 7:24:03 PM IST

The Delhi government has stepped up its preparations to deal with the ongoing heatwave, with Health Minister Dr. Pankaj Kumar Singh reviewing arrangements at Lok Nayak Jai Prakash (LNJP) Hospital here on Tuesday. ... read..

Over 50% healthy young Indians have undetected Thyroid abnormalities, finds Mahajan Imaging & Labs Study

New Delhi | May 26, 2026 7:23:59 PM IST

On the occasion of World Thyroid Day, Mahajan Imaging & Labs hosted an expert webinar in New Delhi to discuss the growing burden of undetected thyroid disorders among young Indians. ... read..

We oppose creation of "exclusive groupings", "bloc confrontation", says China after Quad ministers meet in India

New Delhi | May 26, 2026 6:54:56 PM IST

The Foreign Ministers of Australia, India, and Japan and the Secretary of State of the United States of America, met in New Delhi on Tuesday for the Quad Foreign Ministers' Meeting hosted by India. In a joint statement released after the meeting, the grou ... read..

ED raids five locations in Tamil Nadu in Rs 250 crore drug smuggling case

New Delhi | May 26, 2026 6:54:40 PM IST

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) on Tuesday conducted search operations at five locations across Madurai and Chennai in connection with a major drug smuggling syndicate allegedly involved in trafficking narcotics to Sri Lanka via sea routes. ... read..

DU offers rescheduled exam to law students unable to appear on Bakrid

New Delhi | May 26, 2026 6:54:37 PM IST

Delhi University on Tuesday told the Delhi High Court that students of its Faculty of Law who would be observing Eid-ul-Zuha (Bakrid) on May 28 would be allowed to take a separately rescheduled examination after July 4. ... read..

"Want to be in the present, main focus is Asian Games": Compound archer Jyothi Surekha on potential Olympics debut

New Delhi | May 26, 2026 6:54:33 PM IST

Indian's World Championships gold medalist archer Jyothi Surekha Vennam said that ahead of the debut of compound archery in the Los Angeles 2028 Olympics, she prefers to stay in the present and her current target is the Asian Games and the World Cup final ... read..

"Want to read this book": MP CM Mohan Yadav, other leaders hail Shivraj Chouhan's book

New Delhi | May 26, 2026 6:24:54 PM IST

Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav, Union Minister Jayant Singh Chaudhary, and other senior BJP leaders hailed the launch of Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan's book, 'Apnapan - Narendra Modi Sang Mere Anubhav.' ... read..

Dharmendra Pradhan holds discussions with senior officials of 4 public sector banks to overhaul CBSE Payment Gateway System

New Delhi | May 26, 2026 6:24:52 PM IST

Union Minister for Education, Dharmendra Pradhan, on Tuesday held detailed discussions with senior officials of four major public sector banks - State Bank of India (SBI), Bank of Baroda, Canara Bank, and Indian Bank - regarding the overhaul of the Centra ... read..

"Inspirational book": Jayant Chaudhary praises Shivraj Singh Chouhan's new book on PM Modi

New Delhi | May 26, 2026 6:24:50 PM IST

Union Minister Jayant Singh Chaudhary on Tuesday attended the high-profile launch of 'Apnapan - Narendra Modi Sang Mere Anubhav', a book authored by Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan. ... read..

"Centre's finances not as rosy," says Jairam Ramesh as RBI announced Rs 2.87 lakh cr dividend

New Delhi | May 26, 2026 6:24:47 PM IST

Congress MP Jairam Ramesh on Tuesday said that the Centre's finances are "not as rosy" after the Reserve Bank of India approved a transfer of Rs 2.87 lakh crore as surplus to the Union Government for the financial year 2025-26, marking one of the highest ... read..

We oppose creation of "small cliques" "bloc confrontation", says China after Quad ministers meet in India

New Delhi | May 26, 2026 6:24:44 PM IST

Delhi Court grants anticipatory bail to visa agent in UK visa cheating case, cites documentary nature of evidence

New Delhi | May 26, 2026 5:53:59 PM IST

A Delhi court has granted anticipatory bail to a visa agent accused of cheating a woman on the pretext of securing UK visas for her and her daughter, observing that the case is primarily based on documentary evidence and email exchanges reflecting profess ... read..

Mitchell Marsh ruled out of Pakistan ODIs with ankle injury; Josh Inglis to lead Australia

New Delhi | May 26, 2026 5:53:57 PM IST

Australia suffers a major setback for their upcoming ODI series against Pakistan, with skipper Mitchell Marsh ruled out due to an ankle injury. ... read..

"Centre's finances not as rosy," says Jairam Ramesh as RBI announces Rs 2.87 lakh cr dividend

New Delhi | May 26, 2026 5:53:55 PM IST

"Party will get further strengthened": Odisha BJP chief Manmohan Samal welcomes MP Debashish Samantray

New Delhi | May 26, 2026 5:53:52 PM IST

Odisha Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) President Manmohan Samal on Tuesday welcomed former Biju Janata Dal (BJD) MP Debashish Samantray's induction into the BJP, saying his entry would further strengthen the party in the state. ... read..

"Will make every effort to establish yogasana as Olympic sport": Union Sports Minister Mandaviya

New Delhi | May 26, 2026 5:53:50 PM IST

Union Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya said that with India preparing to host the Olympics 2036, the central government will make every effort possible to establish Yogasana as an Olympic sport for the first time ever. ... read..

Delhi: Crime Branch busts illegal adulterated spice manufacturing unit in Khari Baoli; one arrested

New Delhi | May 26, 2026 4:54:50 PM IST

Delhi Police's Crime Branch has busted an illegal adulterated spice manufacturing unit operating in the area of Khari Baoli, Old Delhi and arrested one accused involved in the preparation and supply of fake and adulterated spices in the Delhi NCR region. ... read..

Quad FM meeting focuses on four pillars of cooperation, launches maritime surveillance, critical minerals initiatives: MEA

New Delhi | May 26, 2026 4:54:20 PM IST

The 11th Quad Foreign Ministers' Meeting held in New Delhi on Tuesday, focused on the launch of new initiatives, including on maritime surveillance and critical minerals, to strengthen cooperation between member states, while underscoring the grouping's c ... read..

"Govt will not allow tampering with students' future": Chirag Paswan on CBSE evaluation row

New Delhi | May 26, 2026 4:24:35 PM IST

Amidst growing nationwide outrage over the Central Board of Secondary Education's (CBSE) new On-Screen Marking (OSM) evaluation process, Union Minister Chirag Paswan on Tuesday assured students and parents that the government is treating the matter with t ... read..

LG Taranjit Singh Sandhu reviews redevelopment plan for 5 key Delhi road corridors

New Delhi | May 26, 2026 4:24:33 PM IST

Lieutenant Governor of Delhi and former diplomat Taranjit Singh Sandhu on Tuesday reviewed the progress of the proposed redevelopment of five key road corridors in the national capital, with work on the stretches expected to begin soon. ... read..

Experts weigh import curbs, tax moderation to ringfence economy amid West Asia crisis

New Delhi | May 26, 2026 4:24:25 PM IST

With the West Asia crisis threatening to deepen India's USD 333 billion trade deficit, economists and tax experts at the Think Change Forum roundtable on Monday urged a shift from reactive subsidies to a "selective economic doctrine" built on tax moderati ... read..

"We need to see the Strait open": US Secy Rubio updated Quad on Iran talks, says Aussie FM Wong

New Delhi | May 26, 2026 4:24:23 PM IST

Highlighting a unified stance among Quad partners on maintaining global maritime stability, Australian Foreign Minister Penny Wong on Tuesday stated that US Secretary of State Marco Rubio updated members on the progress of crucial diplomatic negotiations ... read..

Cricket legends Kapil Dev, Madan Lal attend Anupam Kher's 'Jaane Pehchaane Anjaane' play in Delhi

New Delhi | May 26, 2026 4:24:18 PM IST

Cricket legends Kapil Dev and Madan Lal attended Anupam Kher's 'Jaane Pehchaane Anjaane' play in Delhi. ... read..

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