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New Delhi/Rome |In a strong signal of deepening global cooperation, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni have declared that relations between India and Italy have entered a “decisive stage,” marking a significant upgrade in diplomatic, economic, and strategic engagement between the two nations. In a joint article published amid growing … Read more
Bilaspur, Chhattisgarh |A newly constructed concrete road in Nevara village of Takhatpur area in India’s central state of Chhattisgarh has started deteriorating within just a month of completion, triggering outrage among local residents who have accused officials and contractors of using substandard construction materials and engaging in corruption. The controversy is centered around a 450-meter … Read more
Coal India Limited organized a major consumer meeting for coal buyers from the power and Non-Regulated Sector (NRS) in Central and Western India at the headquarters of South Eastern Coalfields Limited (SECL) in Bilaspur, Chhattisgarh, on May 19, 2026. The meeting was aimed at improving coordination with consumers and strengthening communication on key issues including … Read more
South Eastern Coalfields Limited (SECL) has officially launched its much-awaited “Summer Camp 2026” at its headquarters in Bilaspur, Chhattisgarh, as part of a major initiative focused on the holistic development of employees’ children. The inauguration ceremony was held on May 18, 2026, at DAV Public School SECL Vasant Vihar under the theme “21 Days of … Read more
Popular Punjabi singer Yashinder Kaur, widely recognized by her stage name Inder Kaur, has reportedly been found dead days after she was allegedly kidnapped at gunpoint in the northern Indian state of Punjab, according to local police officials. Authorities said Kaur’s body was recovered from a canal near Samrala, a town in Punjab’s Ludhiana district, … Read more
As global health agencies continue monitoring infectious disease outbreaks, experts are once again highlighting the major differences between Ebola and COVID-19 — two dangerous viral illnesses that have triggered international public health emergencies in recent years. According to the World Health Organization, both diseases are caused by viruses and can spread rapidly, but they differ … Read more
New Delhi / Geneva: The World Health Organization has declared the ongoing Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Uganda a “Public Health Emergency of International Concern” (PHEIC), following the rapid spread of the rare Bundibugyo strain of the deadly virus. According to health officials, at least 131 people have died and … Read more
New Delhi / Gothenburg: India and Sweden have elevated their bilateral relationship into a deeper strategic defense partnership, signaling a major shift from a conventional buyer-seller military relationship toward long-term industrial collaboration, joint technology development, and defense innovation. The new direction was formally outlined after Prime Minister Narendra Modi held bilateral talks with Swedish Prime … Read more
Middle East tensions could sharply escalate if military strikes by the United States and Israel against Iran or Iranian-linked targets resume, according to regional security analysts and former military officials. Experts believe Tehran has several strategic options that could impact energy markets, international shipping routes, and regional stability across the Gulf and Red Sea. Iran … Read more
Chennai, India — Filmmaker Venkat Prabhu has gifted a specially designed “TN07 CM2026” vehicle number plate to Vijay, popularly known as Thalapathy Vijay, triggering fresh discussions around the actor-turned-politician’s political ambitions ahead of the 2026 Tamil Nadu Assembly elections. The symbolic gesture took place on Monday and quickly gained attention across social media platforms and … Read more
New Delhi, India — State-run energy giant Indian Oil Corporation (IOC) reported a massive jump in profits for the financial year 2025-26, driven by stronger refining margins, higher fuel sales, improved operational performance, and government support for cooking gas subsidies. The company posted a standalone net profit of ₹36,802 crore ($4.4 billion), compared with ₹12,962 … Read more
Senior executives of Power Grid Corporation of India Limited, commonly known as POWERGRID, met with financial analysts and market experts in Mumbai during a strategic investor interaction aimed at discussing the company’s operational performance, financial outlook, and long-term expansion strategy. The session was led by Vamsi Rama Mohan Burra, alongside key members of the company’s … Read more
India’s state-owned Bank of India has increased interest rates on several fixed deposit (FD) schemes for retail customers, with revised rates taking effect from May 18, 2026. The move applies to deposits below ₹3 crore (approximately $360,000) and is aimed at attracting medium- and long-term deposits amid changing interest rate conditions in India. The revised … Read more
The Indian Navy has launched a new water sports and training facility in Bhopal as part of a broader effort to encourage youth participation in adventure sports, maritime activities, and future careers in the armed forces. The new “Naval Sailing Node,” inaugurated on May 17 at the famous Bhojtal lake, was officially opened by Admiral … Read more
Adani Enterprises has agreed to pay nearly $275 million (around ₹2,647 crore) to the United States Department of the Treasury to resolve allegations related to violations of American sanctions imposed on Iran, according to officials familiar with the matter. The settlement comes after US authorities investigated multiple shipments of liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) that were … Read more
New Delhi, India — State-owned power giant NTPC Limited has further expanded its electricity generation network after successfully completing trial operations of Unit-2 at the Patratu Vidyut Utpadan Nigam Limited (PVUNL) project in eastern India. The newly operational unit adds 800 megawatts (MW) of power generation capacity, increasing the total installed capacity of the NTPC … Read more
New Delhi, India — India’s central government has announced two important bureaucratic appointments in the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT), a key ministry responsible for industrial policy, investment promotion, and internal trade regulation in the country. The appointments were officially confirmed by the Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT) through memorandums … Read more
Dharamlal Kaushik was targeted in a mobile phone snatching incident in the Indian city of Raipur on Monday morning, but police say the suspect was arrested within just eight hours of the crime. According to officials from the Raipur Police Commissionerate, the incident occurred around 7:15 a.m. on May 18, 2026, while Kaushik was out … Read more
Mungeli/Raipur, Chhattisgarh — A major dispute involving the Chhattisgarh Diocese and the Chhattisgarh Diocese Board of Education has intensified, as both factions openly clash over the management of Chhattisgarh Diocese Board of Education and the administration of Rambo Memorial Higher Secondary English Medium School. The controversy centers around allegations of illegal staff dismissals, financial irregularities, … Read more
Raipur, India — In a shocking incident that has raised fresh concerns over street crime in central India, former Chhattisgarh Legislative Assembly Speaker and senior BJP leader Dharamlal Kaushik was reportedly robbed during a morning walk in Raipur on Monday. According to police and local reports, the incident took place around 8:15 a.m. when Kaushik … Read more
Dr. Karan Rajan, a UK-based surgeon and popular health educator, has shared six practical strategies that may help people control unhealthy food cravings and improve their eating habits throughout the day. In a recent social media post, Dr. Rajan explained that cravings are not always caused by hunger alone. Factors such as poor sleep, blood … Read more
Indian politician and author Shashi Tharoor has gone viral on social media after delivering a witty and dramatic response to a user who jokingly claimed that “Rasgulla is nothing but an idli dipped in sugar syrup.” The debate began when a social media user posted the humorous comparison online, sparking reactions from food lovers across … Read more
When buying gold jewellery, many customers notice tiny numbers engraved inside rings, necklaces, bangles, or earrings. These markings are not random — they indicate the purity of the gold used in the jewellery piece. In India and several international markets, these numbers serve as a standard hallmark system that helps buyers identify how much pure … Read more
Barcelona, Spain — Spanish MotoGP rider Alex Marquez was injured in a dramatic multi-rider crash during the Catalan Grand Prix on Sunday after an on-track incident involving fellow rider Pedro Acosta. The accident occurred on Lap 12 of the race at the Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya when Acosta’s motorcycle reportedly suffered a sudden mechanical problem while … Read more
