The Free Press Journal - Mumbai - May 24, 2025

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May 24, 2025

Adani, Reliance, Vedanta commit ₹2.05L cr

Conglomerates Reliance Industries, Vedanta Group and Adani Group on Friday committed to investing an additional Rs 2.05 lakh crore in Northeast states.

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RBI gives govt ₹2.69 lakh cr FY25 dividend

The The RBI on Friday approved a whopping dividend of ₹2.69 lakh crore for FY25 to the Modi 3.0 government.

1 min

'Foreign policy has collapsed'

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Friday claimed that India's foreign policy has \"collapsed\" and asked External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar to explain why has India been hyphenated with Pakistan and who asked US President Donald Trump to \"mediate\" between the two South Asian neighbours.

1 min

Delhi Push for FATF Listing for Pakistan

India will make a strong case with the Financial Action Task Force (FATF), global money laundering and terror financing watchdog, to revert Pakistan to its \"grey list\" for failure to comply with anti-money laundering and terror financing rules, a government source said.

2 mins

Yunus vs the Army: Who Will Win?

The big news out of Bangladesh is that the army is out in full strength on the streets of Dhaka and Prof Mohammad Yunus, head of the interim government has dropped hints at resigning from his job.

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PM Will Speed Up North East Growth

Adani, Reliance, Vedanta Commit ₹2.05L Cr Conglomerates Reliance Industries, Vedanta Group and Adani Group on Friday committed to investing an additional Rs 2.05 lakh crore in Northeast states. Reliance Industries will invest Rs 75,000 crore. Billionaire Gautam Adani has committed to investing an additional Rs 50,000 cr over the next 10 years and Vedanta Group Rs 30,000 cr

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Jaipur shop drops 'pak' from sweets

Shakespeare may not have found much in a name but some in Rajasthan's capital of Jaipur could disagree as they tuck into 'Moti Shree' instead of 'Moti Pak' and 'Mysore Shree' not 'Mysore Pak' — the sweets the same, the moniker changed in keeping with the anti-Pakistan mood of the times.

1 min

Bhujbal Gets His Old Portfolio

Chhagan Bhujbal, who was recently sworn in as a minister from the Nationalist Congress Party (NCP), has been given charge of the Food and Civil Supplies Department.

2 mins

Cap soon on surge pricing

CAB AGGREGATOR POLICY

2 mins

Trump Targets iPhones With 25% Tariff Threat

\"I have long ago informed Tim Cook of Apple that I expect their iPhones that will be sold in the United States of America will be manufactured and built in the United States, not India, or any place else.\"—Donald Trump

1 min

UP weaves military glory into sarees

Operation Sindhoor

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Fireman hurt in Worli blaze

A fireman sustained minor injuries in a fire that broke out in a showroom in Worli on Friday morning.

1 min

DGGI arrests Solapur lawyer in ₹100 cr fake GST invoices case

The practising lawyer had created a network of 30 shell companies using forged and bogus documents

1 min

Voters to get mobile deposit facility at polling booths

In a bid to enhance voter convenience and ensure smooth conduct of elections, the Election Commission of India (ECI) has issued two key directives aimed at managing mobile phone usage near polling stations and regulating canvassing activities on polling day.

1 min

Activists Smell Scam in ₹22k cr Deals to Single Firm

Contracts in Doubt

1 min

Sule Launches Drive Against Dowry, Violence

Calling for widespread public participation, Sule appealed to citizens to actively support cause

1 min

4 Maoists killed in Gadchiroli joint op; arms seized

In a joint operation, police's special commando unit C-60 and the CRPF killed four Maoists in an encounter along the Maharashtra-Chhattisgarh border in Gadchiroli district on Friday.

1 min

Shivaji Park Lions Out of T20 Mumbai League

Supreme Court dismisses petition by Jupicos

1 min

After Celebi, Sena wants to snip Turkish Airlines' wings

AIR TURBULENCE | Shiv Sena has given a 10-day ultimatum to IndiGo to terminate their wet-lease deal with Turkish Airlines

1 min

Police Working to Enhance Security at Salman's Residence

In connection with the trespassing incident at actor Salman Khan's residence, the Metropolitan Magistrate Court in Bandra on Friday sent the accused, Isha Chhabra, 33, a junior artist, into judicial custody.

1 min

Cartridges Found in Road Gutter

Panic spread in Mankhurd on Friday after three cartridges were discovered in a roadside gutter by local ragpickers.

1 min

Sedition for popular song: Experts call it selective enforcement

Irony is, 'Hum dekhenge' was part of 'Kashmir Files', which was watched by millions of people

2 mins

3 Most Wanted Robbers Held With ₹9L Booty

The Deonar police have arrested three most-wanted thieves involved in a series of house-breaks across Mumbai, Navi Mumbai, and Thane.

1 min

Fresh diploma admission rules are out

The state government has announced a major revision to the admission process for diploma-level technical and allied courses from 2025-26.

1 min

Two tech experts in each division to fix any glitch

FYJC ADMISSIONS | Senate member Pradeep Sawant says he believes servers still incapable of handling a large scale of state applicants

1 min

Haj House: UPSC training to finally resume

On May 22, HCI issued notification inviting applications from candidates for free residential coaching

1 min

₹1.86cr scam: FIR against Talwalkars

The Goregaon police have registered a case against the directors of a well-known fitness chain Talwalkar Gymnasium, for allegedly cheating Deccan Merchant Co-operative Bank of Rs1.86 crore by trying to sell mortgaged property.

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Man freed in assault case over doubt, delay

The Thane Sessions Court has acquitted a 30-year-old man from Satara accused of raping a married woman, citing a five-month delay in filing the FIR and over 500 calls exchanged between them as signs of a consensual relationship.

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Hawkers attack cops with rods and sticks; 1 held, 3 absconding

The Powai police have arrested a hawker for allegedly attacking a police officer and two constables during an anti-hawking drive at the bicycle track on JVLR Road, Powai, on May 20.

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Activists firm on scrapping Worli and Hutatma projects

After the citizens' protest against the 23-storeyed robotic parking tower outside Matunga Central Railway station saw success as the BMC officially informed on May 21 that the project has been foreclosed, the activists are firm to continue their movement against proposed parking towers in Mumbai.

1 min

Redvpt by societies: Majority decision binding on members

Redevelopment of old buildings by members of co-operative societies is rampant and such redeveloped buildings dot the skyline of Mumbai.

2 mins

Monorail pins hopes on Metro 2B for turnaround

METRO 2B LAUNCH | Will be operational partially this year; along with Metro Line 3, which is scheduled for opening by Aug

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Forest Division, RESQ Trust train 150 for wildlife SOS

To proactively create a frontline preparedness for human-leopard conflict (HLC) and wildlife emergency response, the Pune Forest Division, in collaboration with RESQ Charitable Trust (RESQ CT), conducted a five-day capacity-building workshop titled \"Wildlife First Responders: Human-Leopard Conflict Management and Wildlife Emergency Response\".

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'Pinching pockets': Commuters react to new meter fare

App-based auto and cab services charging fares based on government-approved rates have irked Punekars. The decision, aimed at standardising fares and curbing overcharging, has stirred a wave of reactions from commuters, drivers and transport officials alike.

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CM Reaffirms Development Commitment

Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis reaffirmed on Friday the state government's commitment to urban development while inaugurating and dedicating a host of infrastructure and welfare projects worth over Rs713 crore in the Ichalkaranji Assembly constituency.

1 min

Police arrest Rajendra, son Sushil

VAISHNAVI HAGAWANE SUICIDE | NCP-SP to launch anti-dowry campaign across Maharashtra

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ACB Nabs Contractual PS Employee

The Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) in Latur has apprehended a 43-year-old contractual assistant programme officer for accepting a bribe of Rs 12,000, an official said on Friday.

1 min

NWCMC Warns Against Illegal Water Connections

Crackdown | May 31 deadline for residents to regularise all illegal connections; plumbers will also face action

1 min

BJP Leader Urges Shah for Paramilitary Centre

BJP leader Dr Archana Patil-Chakurkar has urged Union Home Amit Shah to take up the proposal for a paramilitary training and fire-fighting range in Maharashtra's Latur.

1 min

GP, NGO start Kham cleaning, widening

The Wadgaon Grampanchayat and Eco Satva Foundation have started the cleaning and widening work of the Kham River under the \"Kham River Cleaning Campaign\".

1 min

Jalgaon ZP Launches 'Balika Snehi Panchayat' Campaign

This initiative aims to create leadership opportunities for girls aged 11 to 21

1 min

Heavy rainfall forecast from May 24 to May 28

INCESSANT SHOWER | Authorities issue advisory for farmers

1 min

Rohini Gram Panchayat wins National e-Governance Award

Award comprises a trophy, a certificate, and a cash prize of ₹10 lakh

1 min

RBI Penalises Union Bank of India, Transactree Technologies

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) on Friday said it has imposed penalties on Union Bank of India and Transactree Technologies for non-compliance with certain regulatory norms.

1 min

Forex kitty drops $4.88 bn to $685.72 bn

India's forex reserves dropped USD 4.888 billion to USD 685.729 billion for the week ended May 16, the RBI said on Friday.

1 min

Gilts Up on Bets of ₹3 Trillion RBI Surplus Transfer

Prices of government bonds ended higher Friday on expectation of the Reserve Bank of India transferring a record-high surplus to the central government for 2024-25 (Apr-Mar).

1 min

6-Member Board to Regulate Payment Systems: RBI Notification

RBI governor headed a six-member Payments Regulatory Board, including three central government nominees, will regulate and supervise payment systems in the country, according to a central bank notification.

1 min

ED raids against Jaypee Infratech, others in ₹12,000-crore fraud case

The Enforcement Directorate on Friday conducted multiple searches as part of a money laundering probe against Jaypee Infratech, Jaiprakash Associates and some others in a Rs 12,000 crore worth home-buyers \"fraud\" case, official sources said.

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India May Let US, Foreign Firms Bid for Government Contracts, Sources Say

The Govt Is Likely to Allow U.S. Firms to Bid for Contracts Worth Over $50 Billion, Mainly from Federal Entities

1 min

Markets recover; sentiment cautious

Despite the cautious sentiment, FIIs bought equities worth ₹1,794.59 cr

1 min

Goyal Meets US Commerce Secretary to Discuss Proposed Trade Pact

Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal on Friday met US Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick in Washington, their second meeting within a week, to discuss the proposed bilateral trade agreement currently under negotiation between the two countries.

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Indian MF AUM surges to ₹70 trillion: ICRA

AUM of open-ended schemes like index funds and ETFs witnessed a growth of 23.80% in April 2025, followed by open-ended equity funds

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Rupee gains 50 paise to settle at 85.45/USD

The rupee snapped its three-day losing streak and settled for the day higher by 50 paise at 85.45 against the US dollar on Friday, on a sharp fall in the dollar index and surge in domestic equities, amid rise in risk appetite for riskier assets.

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Modi 3.0 government gets ₹2.69 lakh crore from RBI

Fiscal Boost | Payout 27.37% up; to narrow deficit to 4.4% for FY26

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GST Council May Hold 56th Meet Soon, Discuss Rate Rationalisation: Official

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman will likely chair the next GST Council meeting \"very soon\", and may take up the issue of rate rationalisation and simplification of the tax structure, a senior government official said Friday.

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Promoters, Blackstone Infuse ₹1,060 Cr in Embassy Developments

Embassy Developments Ltd on Friday said its promoters and global investment firm Blackstone affiliated firm have infused Rs 1,060 crore capital in the company.

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IPO-bound "The Leela" Palaces Hotels and Resorts investing ₹1,131 crore in 5 properties

Brookfield-backed Schloss Bangalore Ltd, which owns luxury hospitality brand \"The Leela\" Palaces, Hotels and Resorts, is investing Rs 1,131 crore to develop five company-owned hospitality properties, comprising 475 rooms, in Agra, Srinagar, Bandhavgarh, Ranthambore and Ayodhya.

1 min

RBI Is Betting Big On Gold: Smart Move Or Panic Play?

In recent years, gold has emerged not just as jewellery or a means of investment but as a strategic asset in the global economy.

2 mins

A Soulful Finale: Day 3 at Goafest

Global voices, purpose and moments of glory—Goafest proved once again that here, creativity doesn't wind down, it builds up.

1 min

Reliance to invest ₹75,000 crore in North-Eastern states: Ambani

Reliance Industries Ltd will invest Rs 75,000 crore in North Eastern states in setting up 350 biogas plants, expanding its telecom services, retail footprint, and clean energy projects, chairman Mukesh Ambani said on Friday.

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Wipro Chairman Rishad Premji's pay doubles in FY25 but stays below CEO Pallia

Wipro Executive Chairman Rishad Premji's remuneration more than doubled to USD 1.6 million (about Rs 13.7 crore) but was still less than company CEO Srinivas Pallia's earnings of USD 6.2 million (about Rs 53.64 crore) in the fiscal year ended March 31, 2025, according to the company's latest annual report.

1 min

Is EQ Beating IQ in Investing?

MKT DYNAMICS & EMOTIONAL CONTROL

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Grasim's Q4 profit up 9.2% to ₹2,973.3 cr

Aditya Birla Group's flagship holding firm Grasim Industries Ltd on Friday announced a 9.23% rise in its net profit at Rs 2,973.26 crore for the March quarter of FY25, and revenue from operations grew 17.33% to Rs 44,267.26 crore.

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Ashok Leyland Jan-Mar PAT soars 33.44% to ₹1,246 crore

Ashok Leyland Ltd has reported a 33.44% rise in consolidated net profit at Rs 1,245.92 crore in the March quarter, riding on robust sales and record revenue.

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JSW Steel Q4 net rises 13.5% to ₹1,501 cr; to raise ₹19K cr

JSW Steel has reported a 13.5% rise in consolidated net profit to Rs 1,501 crore in the March 2025 quarter, helped by a reduction in expenses.

1 min

Trump Recommends 50% Tariff on EU from June 1

US President Donald Trump Friday recommended a \"straight 50%\" tariff on imports from the European Union effective June 1.

1 min

Sun Pharma to Invest $25 Mn in Pharmazz

Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd on Friday said it has entered into an agreement with US-based Pharmazz Inc to invest up to USD 25 million, resulting in increasing its stake in the company to 22.7%.

1 min

NSEL case: CBI court discharges Dunar Foods

The special CBI court has discharged Dunar Foods Ltd, one of the accused companies booked in connection with the cheating case registered by CBI in connection with National Spot Exchange Limited as it has cleared all the dues.

1 min

Undercurrent optimistic amid high volatility

This week was a bit of a roller coaster ride with markets swinging towards both the lower and higher ends of the band.

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Blind, bold, unstoppable: HP woman conquers Everest

peak performance

1 min

SC must shed CJI-centric image: Oka at farewell

Justice Abhay S Oka on Friday called the Supreme Court a \"chief justice centric court\" while advocating for a change in light of its composition of 34 judges coming from different regions of the country.

1 min

Nitish to Attend Meet of CMs of NDA-Ruled States

Bihar chief minister Nitish Kumar will attend a meeting of CMs and deputy CMs of NDA-ruled states, to be presided over by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, in New Delhi on Sunday.

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Tamannaaah is K'taka soap mascot. But here's the rub

A linguistic row has erupted in Karnataka after the State government has decided to appoint Bollywood film star Tamannaaah Bhatia as brand ambassador to Mysore Sandal Soap, produced by state-owned Karnataka Soaps and Detergents Limited (KS&DL).

1 min

States Report Covid-19 Cases, Delhi Govt Issues Advisory

The national capital has reported 23 COVID-19 cases, prompting the Delhi government to issue an advisory asking all hospitals to prepare for the availability of beds, oxygen, medicines and vaccines.

1 min

48 yrs on, UP man, 104, cleared in murder case

KAUSHAMBI (UTTAR PRADESH)

1 min

Why are students dying only in Kota, asks SC

The Supreme Court on Friday grilled the Rajasthan government over the rise in suicides by students in Rajasthan's Kota.

1 min

BJP cites 1991 military pact to tear into Rahul

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi's repeated attacks on External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar on allegedly informing Pakistan about Operation Sindoor on Friday elicited a strong response from BJP MP Nishikant Dubey who lashed out at him and shared documents to claim that it was a government supported by the Congress which had in 1991 signed an agreement with Pakistan to share details of military drills and troop movements for avoiding a conflict.

2 mins

Betting Rampant in Garb of IPL: SC

ONLINE MENACE| Apex Court seeks Centre's reply on PIL for regulation of gambling apps

1 min

Goa on Red Alert for Incessant Rain Till May 25

A well-marked low-pressure area over the east-central Arabian Sea, off the south Konkan coast, has raised alert about the continuation of heavy to very heavy rainfall over Goa besides Gujarat, Konkan, Karnataka and Kerala for the next seven days.

1 min

Zuari Twin Towers Will Be Game-Changer: Gadkari

Says Will Boost Tourism, Economy, Jobs

1 min

Govt eyes voluntary relocation for forest dwellers

In a major move, Goa government has directed the Forest Department to identify isolated hamlets/human habitations residing in protected areas but deprived of civic amenities, for \"voluntary rehabilitation\" by \"surrendering their rights or claims\" on the sanctuary or national park area.

1 min

Nationalised bank under lens in ₹5 cr SSA fraud

Spotlight on role of bank officialsCM takes stock, monitors probe

1 min

Nine jetties near Salim Ali sanctuary face NGT heat

Green Tribunal Issues Notices To Govt Authorities, Seeks Reply Within 4 Weeks

1 min

State Set To Raise ₹150 Crore Via 12-Year Govt Securities

Second bond issue in a week highlights fiscal push

1 min

Slab of old building crashes in Margao, 3 cars damaged

Loud Sound Triggers Panic Among Bizmen

1 min

Surat farmer earns ₹2.5 lakh from turmeric farming

Manjibhai Chaudhary, a farmer from Nasarpur village in Umarpada Taluka, Surat has achieved remarkable success in turmeric farming by adopting his father's traditional agricultural practices.

1 min

Covid Surge in Gujarat: 20 News Cases in Ahmedabad

COVID-19 is once again raising alarm bells across Gujarat.

1 min

The Adventure Fest includes

Accompanied by Tourism Minister Mulubhai Bera and key dignitaries, the CM toured the adventure activity zone, rode a speedboat, and inaugurated the grand Tent City.

1 min

Gujarat CM Launches India's Longest Dharoi Adventure Fest

Gujarat took a bold leap in adventure tourism on Thursday as Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel inaugurated the country's longest and the state's first 'Dharoi Adventure Fest' at the scenic Dharoi Dam, nestled on the border of Mehsana and Sabarkantha.

1 min

CM Bhupendra Patel Opens RE-NETWORK 2025

Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel inaugurated RE-NETWORK 2025 in Ahmedabad.

1 min

De Beers CEO Al Cook Highlights India's Role in Diamond Growth

Al Cook, CEO of De Beers Group, reiterated the Group's commitment to unlocking the full potential for natural diamonds in India.

1 min

Palsana Panchayat Wins e-Governance Award

In a remarkable achievement for rural digital governance, Palsana Gram Panchayat of Surat district has been selected for the prestigious National e-Governance Award in the special category of \"Grassroot Level Initiatives for Deepening/Widening of Service Delivery.\"

1 min

Gujarat MLAs Get ₹2.5 Crore Grant Boost From the Govt

In a bold step towards sustainable rural development, the Gujarat government has increased the annual grant for MLAs under the Decentralized District Planning Program to 2.5 crore from the financial year 2025-26 — a move that enforces accountability and urgency in grassroots development, with a sharp focus on water conservation.

1 min

Storms Wreck Mango Crops in Gujarat, Farmers Demand Relief

Severe weather conditions across Gujarat have wreaked havoc on mango farmers, especially in the Aravalli, Surat, and Rajkot districts.

1 min

Gujarat Braces for Heavy Rains, Thunderstorms

WEATHER WARNING | Fishermen are strictly advised not to venture into the sea and those at sea should return immediately

2 mins

Relative rapes 5-year-old girl

In a distressing event that marred a wedding celebration, a 40-year-old man was arrested for allegedly raping a 5-year-old girl.

1 min

10 Top Women Police Officials to Oversee PM Event's Security

An additional deployment of 700 to 800 women police personnel will be called in from across state

1 min

400 police personnel die in harness every year

Behind the badge : Work pressure, long hours, no weekly offs make them vulnerable to lifestyle diseases

1 min

Three-day warning for rain, lightning, gusty winds in state

Temp slides in Bhopal, other dists

1 min

Sorry Again

Vijay Shah apologises for derogatory remarks on Colonel Sofia

1 min

Leopard rescued from well in 45 minutes, released in wild

A leopard was successfully rescued in a swift 45-minute operation after it fell into a 20-ft deep well in Datoda village, near the Indore-Khandwa Road, on Friday afternoon.

1 min

Activist Demands CBI Probe Into State Govt Survey

Out of 55 districts, only 11 have identified 660 assets as enemy property

1 min

Spotted deer killed, seven arrested in Balaghat area

CRIME | Hunters killed the animal with knives & axes

1 min

Aadhaar Mandatory For Map Approvals In Uttar Pradesh

The Uttar Pradesh government has mandated Aadhaar authentication for approval of building plans in all urban development authorities and housing boards.

1 min

UPIMLC Project in Unnao

Work has commenced on the Uttar Pradesh Integrated Manufacturing and Logistics Cluster in Unnao, with the Uttar Pradesh Expressways Industrial Development Authority finalizing an action plan focused on internal infrastructure.

1 min

FIR filed against Neha Singh Rathore in Varanasi

FIR invokes BNS sections related to public disorder and national unity

1 min

Fake Docs in 69K Teacher Hire: Action Taken

The crackdown continues on candidates who secured appointments in the 69,000 teacher recruitment process using forged documents.

1 min

Four new COVID cases reported

COVID-19 has re-emerged in Ghaziabad with four confirmed cases reported on Friday, sparking concern among health authorities.

1 min

Min proposed honorarium stands at ₹18,000 per month

Honorarium disbursement gets a boost

1 min

"Time of Pakistan Has Passed"

WARNING | CM inaugurates Hanuman katha mandapam in Ayodhya

1 min

Youth Take Charge for Self-Employment

Over 53,000 Loan Applications Approved Since Scheme Launch in 2018

1 min

UP's exports cross ₹1.7 lakh crore in 8 years

Electrical machinery exports see nearly tenfold growth since 2017

1 min

UP Govt Leads National Water Conservation Efforts

State tops National Water Awards; aims to build 8,500 ponds to support agriculture

1 min

SAP Centre set for Aug launch

German IT firm SAP is all set to open a new Centre of Excellence with 15,000 seating capacity here in August this year to cater to the growing business needs globally as well as in India.

1 min

Man Stabbed to Death Over Family Feud

A 50-year-old man was fatally stabbed while his two sons were injured in an attack by their relative following a family dispute.

1 min

Tech issue: British Airways flight returns to B'luru

British Airways flight BA118, which departed Bengaluru at 7.40 am on Friday, returned after reaching Abu Dhabi due to a technical issue, Bengaluru airport sources said.

1 min

Have Donated Money to National Herald, Says Karnataka DCM

POLITICS IN PLAY

1 min

Tamannaah's endorsement sparks row: Pro-Kannada groups slam govt

BRAND ISSUES

1 min

Cases on BJP IT cell chief, journo stayed

The Karnataka High Court has granted an interim stay on criminal proceedings initiated against BJP leader Amit Malviya and Republic TV's Editor-in-Chief Arnab Goswami, in connection with allegations of spreading false claims that the Indian National Congress (INC) operates an office in Istanbul, Turkiye.

1 min

CM Siddhu, DCM defend Ramanagara renaming

Chief Minister Siddaramaiah and his deputy D K Shivakumar on Friday defended renaming Ramanagara as Bengaluru South district after Union Minister H D Kumaraswamy lashed out at the Congress government in Karnataka, accusing them of doing it to jack up land prices.

1 min

Gig workers brave rain, struggle to make ends meet

As heavy rains continue to batter Bengaluru, food delivery workers find themselves at the mercy of flooded roads, slippery surfaces, and rising risks to their safety.

1 min

It's 'raining lessons': Better underpasses needed for city

Heavy rains over the past two to three days have once again brought parts of Bengaluru to a standstill, with several underpasses submerged, causing significant inconvenience to motorists and pedestrians.

1 min

Certificate verification of Group-II candidates from May 29

The Telangana Public Service Commission (TGPSC) announced that certificate verification for Group-II candidates will be conducted from May 29 to June 10, with sessions scheduled from 10:30am to 1:30pm and 2:00pm to 5:30pm.

1 min

YSRCP leader urges Centre to stop illegal mining in Nellore

SRCP leader M Gurumoorthy on Friday urged Union Minister of Mines G Kishan Reddy to stop \"illegal\" quartz mining in Nellore district.

1 min

Ponguleti Directs Officials to Expedite Sagar UT Works

Minister for Revenue and Housing Ponguleti Srinivas Reddy has directed officials to expedite the construction works of the Nagarjuna Sagar Left Main Canal Under Tunnel (UT) in Paleru, which supplies irrigation to approximately four lakh acres in Khammam district.

1 min

Prof. Chennupati Jagadish elected as fellow of Royal Society, UK

Prof. Chennupati Jagadish, Institution of Eminence Chair Professor at the University of Hyderabad (UoH), has been elected as a Fellow of the Royal Society (FRS), UK.

1 min

Government Issues Guidelines for Exemption Certificates from Transfers

The state government on Thursday issued a circular specifying certain guidelines to verify the genuineness of the exemption certificates of transfers of representatives of employees' unions.

1 min

Raj Kasireddy Faces Setback in Supreme Court

Raj Kasireddy, the main accused in the AP liquor scam case, faced a setback from the Supreme Court on Friday.

1 min

SixUnited, Resolute Group Tie-Up to Manufacture Tablets, PCs

SixUnited, a global leader in consumer electronics and intelligent networking solutions, and Resolute Group, a diversified Indian manufacturing conglomerate, have signed a strategic agreement to jointly manufacture Tablets, PCs, and Laptops in Telangana.

1 min

India falls short of top 20 finalists for head-to-head challenge

Miss World festival

1 min

COVID-19 resurfaces in Andhra Pradesh: Elderly woman tests positive in Kadapa

Indications of a fresh wave of COVID-19 infections are emerging in Andhra Pradesh, with the recent confirmation of a positive case in Kadapa district raising alarm among health officials.

1 min

Opposition leader KCR has a duty and must attend Assembly session: CM Revanth

Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy has reiterated his invitation to K. Chandrashekar Rao, the Leader of the Opposition and former Chief Minister, to participate in the Assembly session and engage in discussions regarding issues that concern the people.

2 mins

Nurse on duty gets the shock of her life

A nurse at Ansar Hospital in Perumpilavu, Thrissur, was confronted with a devastating personal tragedy when her own son was brought into the emergency ward in critical condition.

1 min

Pro-BJP Travancore Christian party floated

THIRD TIME LUCKY? | The new party hopes to avoid the mistakes in the two previous attempts when former Kerala Congress leaders floated their own party

2 mins

Highway Collapse Probe Led By Former KNR Consultant

Officials Within The Ministry Of Road Transport And Highways Have Emphasised The Need For An Unbiased And Scientifically Rigorous Inquiry

2 mins

Two Covid deaths this month

Kerala recorded two Covid-19 related deaths in May, marking the first virus-linked fatalities in the state since an extended period without any reported case.

1 min

State Receives Intensifying Monsoon Rains

Kerala is preparing for a surge in rainfall intensity starting this Friday, with forecasts signalling heavy to very heavy showers across most districts through May 28.

2 mins

KSEB Seeks Hefty Hike in Power Tariff

The proposed surcharge of 32 paise per unit is intended to bridge the gap between the standard tariff and the incremental costs

1 min

Tharoor Issue Has Deeper Impact on Kerala Party

The Congress party is confronting internal tensions as differences between the national leadership and MP Shashi Tharoor risk undermining its standing.

1 min

A House For Mr Mumbaikar

Nowhere is the housing crisis as acute as it is in Mumbai, a city with nearly 45 per cent of its population living in abject conditions of slums and informal settlements.

2 mins

Conjecturing the Indian stock market movements in FY26

The govt has given a push to consumption with tax concessions, which, along with lower inflation during the year, should spur consumption

4 mins

Uber's extortion called tip

The Central Consumer Protection Authority (CCPA) has done well to issue a notice to Uber India over its questionable practice of soliciting tips in advance from customers.

2 mins

More shock than awe for Field Marshal Munir in Pakistan

The line between \"jehadi\" groups and the Pakistan army is extremely thin, despite the Pakistanis projecting the former as autonomous

4 mins

Man wakes up to find huge ship outside bedroom

A man in Norway woke up to find a huge container ship had run aground and crashed into his front garden.

1 min

Italy Allows Names of 2 Moms in Birth Certificates

Italy's Constitutional Court ruled Thursday that two women can register as parents of a child on a birth certificate, saying recognition of parental rights can't be restricted to the biological mother alone in families with same-sex parents.

1 min

B'desh polls in Dec-June: Yunus aide

Environment Adviser Syeda Rizwana Hasan on Friday said that the interim government did not take on the responsibility of running the country solely to conduct elections.

1 min

Harvard Fights Trump Govt for Bar on Foreign Students

The Trump administration has told Harvard's foreign students that they must transfer to other schools or they will lose their legal permission to be in the U.S. They will now have to scramble to figure out their next steps.

1 min

107 aid trucks roll into Gaza as Israel steps up attacks, kills 60

A total of 107 aid trucks belonging to the United Nations and other aid groups carrying flour, food, medical equipment and pharmaceutical drugs were transferred on Thursday into the Gaza Strip, the Israeli military said.

1 min

Act of terror: FBI on killing of two Israeli embassy employees in US

US Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) Assistant Director in Charge Steven J. Jensen on Friday called the tragic murder of two Israeli Embassy employees outside the Jewish National Museum in Washington, both an act of terror and directed violence against the Jewish community.

1 min

Major prisoner exchange with Russia is underway: Ukraine

US President Donald Trump said Friday that Russia and Ukraine carried out a large exchange of prisoners from their more than three-year war.

1 min

Won't give in to N-threats: EAM in Germany

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Friday said India has zero-tolerance for terrorism and New Delhi will \"never give in to nuclear blackmail\".

1 min

Terror and Mockery of Due Process, Says Released PIO Scholar

One of the lowest moments of Badar Khan Suri's two months in federal custody was being crammed onto an airplane with hundreds of other shackled prisoners.

2 mins

Kishan's stunning knock powers SRH to win over RCB

DOMINANT | Tight bowling also ensured Sunrisers Hyderabad won by 42 runs

1 min

Gill front-runner as India decides on new Test captain

India's cricket selectors will set the ball rolling for the team's long transition journey in the longest format when they pick a new Test captain and finalise the squad for what is expected to be a challenging five-match series in England, here on Saturday.

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Hazlewood Likely to Return Ahead of the Playoffs

Australia pacer Josh Hazlewood is likely to rejoin Royal Challengers Bengaluru ahead of the IPL playoffs, having recovered from a shoulder niggle.

1 min

Sudharsan Presently Focused on the IPL

He has been named in the India A squad and may be a rookie in Tests

1 min

PBKS Face Ousted Capitals

Having ended an 11-year drought, PBKS are now relishing the prospect

1 min

F1 hopes extra pit stops

The Monaco Grand Prix may be \"the jewel in Formula 1's crown\" but the race itself is rarely must-see TV.

1 min

Minerva FC Book Their Place in the Summit Clash

A dominant display saw Minerva outclass their opponents

1 min

Bathe in wellness

Redesign your bathroom to improve mood, sleep, and immune support naturally

3 mins

Sink into sophistication

This modern and classy 2BHK flat showcases the perfect blend of elegance and functionality.

2 mins

Head vs heart

The two Brixton Crossfire 500s are unique and desirable offerings which will draw you to them but there's still a big question mark. Is it a good idea to spend your money on them?

4 mins

Raising the Bar

Even Further A unique first ride of the Ducati Panigale V4 S was held at the Chang International MotoGP Circuit in Thailand under the DRE format. Here is how the experience was

3 mins

Riding the wave of growth

Narsing Agrawal, Vice - President, Modern Hiring, talks on rentals, resilience, and rising demand.

4 mins

Road Equipment Outlook

Ritesh Parmar (Head Sales & Marketing), Bomag India, on innovation, efficiency, and eco-friendly compaction solutions

2 mins

Driving Demand With Smart Loaders

Sharwan Agnihotri, Head - Mining & International Business, HD Hyundai Construction Equipment (India) on the evolving role of wheel loaders in construction and mining

3 mins

Good News For Skilled Workforce

New streamlined system offers skilled Indian workers faster pathways to Canadian residency

1 min

Germany ends visa remonstration

Indian travelers lose cost-free appeal option, making rejections harder to contest

1 min

'Catch and Revoke'

United States' AI-driven visa checks raise concerns for Indian students and professionals

2 mins

India Rethinks Travel

Amid Operation Sindoor, Indian tourists avoid Turkey and Azerbaijan, reshaping travel choices

1 min

UK's New Immigration Rules

Visa reforms impact Indian students, skilled workers, and employers in 2025

1 min

ECE India Energies Charts Expansion at RenewX 2025

From manufacturing expansion to market diversification, the solar major charts an ambitious national trajectory

2 mins

Age of AI

Automating automation may drive 50% productivity gains, says Rainer Brehm, CEO Factory Automation at Siemens Digital Industries

1 min

SAIL, ABB India Join Hands for Digital Transformation

ABB India and Steel Authority of India Ltd (SAIL), a Maharatna central public sector company, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to digitally optimize ironmaking and steelmaking processes at the Rourkela Steel Plant in Odisha state, India.

1 min

What's Changing at Ace Designers?

Amit Goel, Zonal Head — North, Marketing & Service at Ace Designers Ltd., outlines how the recent amalgamation and ₹1,200 crore infusion are positioning the company for accelerated domestic scale-up and a stronger global footprint

2 mins

EMO 2025: MACHINE TOOLS SPOTLIGHT

Dr. Markus Heering, Executive Director of the German Machine Tool Builders' Association (VDW), shares what to expect from EMO Hannover 2025 for production technology and why India's role is more prominent than ever

2 mins

The Number Game

The Universal Month Number is 6 (since 6 (June) + 2+0+2+5 = 15 → 1+5 = 6), the month of Venus, love, relationships, and finance.

2 mins

Adolescent obesity:

Causes, consequences, and management

1 min

Vitamins that harm your body

Vitamins are important for the growth of your body.

1 min

A fun, easy-breezy movie that surely deserves a watch

TITLE: Kesari Veer CAST: Sooraj Pancholi, Suniel Shetty, Vivek Oberoi, Akanksha Sharma DIRECTOR: Prince Dhiman, Kanubhai Chauhan WHERE: In theatre near you RATING: **

4 mins

Bold Storytelling at Goafest 2025

Amazon MX Player, took the spotlight on Day 2 of Goafest 2025 with a thought-provoking fireside session titled \"IGNITE THE NEXT: From Action and Adrenaline to Social Experiments.\"

1 min

Pankaj Tripathi to replace Paresh Rawal as Baburao?

Veteran actor Paresh Rawal shocked everyone by announcing that he has quit Hera Pheri 3.

1 min

Chhaava screens remotely

Vicky Kaushal, Rashmika Mandanna and Akshaye Khanna's film Chhaava screened at Maharashtra's remote tribal district of Gadchiroli in an inflatable cinema hall.

1 min

Michael Jackson biopic Michael delayed

The Michael Jackson biopic titled Michael, release date is expected to be delayed to 2026, reported Variety. It is being directed by Antoine Fuqua.

1 min

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