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PM Modi pays tributes to former PM Rajiv Gandhi on 34th death anniversary

Rajiv Gandhi was assassinated by the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE), a Sri Lanka-based terrorist organisation, on this day in 1991

At UN, India stresses maritime, anti-terror strategy for national security

India underlined that maritime security is a cornerstone of economic growth as critical trade routes, energy supplies, and geopolitical interests are tied to the oceans

Lightning claim 28 more lives in 2024 compared to 2023 in Marathwada

As per an official report, 48 people had died in 2023 in all eight districts of Marathwada due to lightning strikes

2 Covid deaths in Maharashtra since Jan, 52 cases present: Health dept

Currently, 52 patients are undergoing treatment for mild symptoms, while 16 are being treated at hospitals, said the department

27 killed in rain-related incidents in Marathwada region in 2025 so far

The region has received 116 per cent rainfall in May, stated a report prepared by the divisional commissioner's office

Rain lashes parts of Mumbai, more showers likely in Maharashtra till May 24

The intensity of the pre-monsoon rain was higher in eastern and western suburbs of Mumbai as compared to the city, which received only light showers

Jaishankar meets Danish PM, thanks Denmark for support against terrorism

During the meeting, Jaishankar conveyed personal greetings from Prime Minister Narendra Modi and expressed gratitude for Denmark's unwavering support in combating terrorism

Renault Group seeks CCI nod to buy out remaining 51% stake in Indian JV

Renault Group B V and its nominee Renault SAS have proposed to acquire the entire shareholding of the Nissan entities in Renault Nissan Automotive India Pvt Ltd (RNAIPL)

Ambani couple, Premji, Kamath among Time's most influential philanthropists

The list includes Mukesh and Nita Ambani who, Time said, gifted Rs 407 crore (about USD 48 million) in 2024, placing them among the country's biggest donors

Bajaj Group get CCI's nod to acquire Allianz's 26% stake in insurance JVs

CCI also granted its nod for proposed combination involving the acquisition of 50 per cent paid-up equity share capital of Bajaj Allianz Financial Distributors Limited by BFS from Allianz

Delhi cabinet clears sanitation, dust plan to cut road pollution: CM

She said under this initiative, a range of equipment will be deployed on PWD-maintained roads to combat dust pollution. They include 250 water sprinkler machines integrated with anti-smog guns

Govt to establish 3 multi-state cooperatives for dairy sector growth

The meeting was attended by Union ministers of state for cooperation Krishan Pal Singh Gurjar and Muralidhar Mohol, senior officials and heads of NDDB and NABARD

Delhi's power demand peaks at 7,401 MW as scorching heat continues

The BSES discoms were prepared to handle the growing power demand in the city, aided by over 2,100 MW of green power during' summer months, he added

Four injured, 6 dead in Maharastra's Kalyan as slab from building collapses

The slab of the fourth floor caved in around 2:15 PM, and the debris crashed through the lower floors of the Saptashrungi Building located in Mangalaragho Nagar area in Kalyan East

Retail inflation for farm and rural workers eases marginally in April

The All-India Consumer Price Index for Agricultural Labourers (CPI-AL) and Rural Labourers (CPI-RL) increased by 1 point each in April 2025 to stand at 1307 and 1320 points, respectively, a govt said

Pakistan govt promotes Army Chief General Asim Munir as Field Marshal

The state-run PTV reported that the cabinet took the important decision to promote General Asim Munir as Field Marshal of the country

Delhi Cabinet approves Rs 30,000 subsidy for 3 kW solar panels on rooftops

The minister said the cabinet also approved the procurement of litter machines, anti-smog guns, mechanical road sweepers and water sprinklers as part of its pollution control measures

Maruti Suzuki partners Standard Chartered for dealer financing solutions

The company has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Standard Chartered for inventory funding which will empower over 4,000 Maruti Suzuki sales outlets across the country

India's health models offer sustainable solutions for Global South: PM Modi

In his video message during the 78th Session of the World Health Assembly in Geneva, he highlighted this year's theme, 'One World for Health' and emphasized that it aligns with India's vision

Govt procures over 29 mn tonnes of wheat so far this year: Pralhad Joshi

Total wheat purchase stood at 265.9 lakh tonnes in the 2024-25 marketing year (April-March). Bulk of procurement takes place during April-June period