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PM Modi returns to Delhi after concluding five-nation tour of UAE, Europe

In a post on X after concluding the Italy visit, PM Modi said his discussions with Meloni covered a wide range of sectors and would add new momentum to India-Italy cooperation

PM Modi returns to Delhi after concluding five-nation tour of UAE, Europe
Updated On : 21 May 2026 | 12:30 PM IST

Over 10K Kedarnath pilgrims rescued after massive landslide in Uttarakhand

Continuous rockfalls, heavy rainfall, darkness, and challenging mountainous terrain created a highly difficult situation for the stranded travellers

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Updated On : 21 May 2026 | 11:13 AM IST

Delhi likely to cross 46°C as IMD issues heatwave alert across India

Extreme heat conditions persist across north and central India, with unusually high night temperatures, even as pre-monsoon rainfall brings some relief across eastern, northeastern, and southern parts

Delhi likely to cross 46°C as IMD issues heatwave alert across India
Updated On : 21 May 2026 | 11:10 AM IST

Delhi-NCR braces for disruption as taxi, auto unions begin 3-day strike

Union said that if the Delhi government failed to address their demands and revise fares immediately, the agitation could intensify into a larger movement in the coming days

Delhi-NCR braces for disruption as taxi, auto unions begin 3-day strike
Updated On : 21 May 2026 | 9:51 AM IST

Sonia, Rahul, Kharge pay tribute to Rajiv Gandhi on 35th death anniversary

Senior Congress leaders Ashok Gehlot, P Chidambaram, Bhupinder Singh Hooda and Mukul Wasnik, among other party members, also paid tribute to the former PM at Vir Bhumi

Sonia, Rahul, Kharge pay tribute to Rajiv Gandhi on 35th death anniversary
Updated On : 21 May 2026 | 9:43 AM IST

Delhi appoints Special Branch DCP as officer under new Immigration Act

Officials said the move is aimed at streamlining the monitoring, registration, and regulation of foreign nationals residing in or visiting Delhi

Delhi appoints Special Branch DCP as officer under new Immigration Act
Updated On : 21 May 2026 | 7:16 AM IST

Ladakh grants 'industry' status to hospitality sector, extends incentives

According to the order, tourism units will also be able to access capital incentives, subsidies and other support schemes available to eligible industrial units under government programmes

Ladakh grants 'industry' status to hospitality sector, extends incentives
Updated On : 21 May 2026 | 7:15 AM IST

Kerala govt forms first-ever AI Ministry; PK Kunhalikutty gets charge

The state government officially released the notification for the allocation of portfolios among its cabinet members, with Chief Minister VD Satheesan retaining several key departments

Kerala govt forms first-ever AI Ministry; PK Kunhalikutty gets charge
Updated On : 21 May 2026 | 7:12 AM IST

SC seeks Centre, states reply on PIL seeking 30% quota for women lawyers

The plea refers to startling empirical evidence to say that while women are entering law schools in record numbers, they are systematically blocked from professional advancement

SC seeks Centre, states reply on PIL seeking 30% quota for women lawyers
Updated On : 20 May 2026 | 10:56 PM IST

PM Modi receives prestigious FAO Agricola Medal for food security efforts

Modi said that the honour reflects India's unwavering commitment to food security, sustainable development and the hard work of those associated with the agriculture sector

PM Modi receives prestigious FAO Agricola Medal for food security efforts
Updated On : 20 May 2026 | 10:39 PM IST

Madhya Pradesh partners Google for AI-led Simhastha 2028 management

The Madhya Pradesh government plans to use AI-based systems for crowd, traffic and emergency management during the Simhastha Kumbh in Ujjain

Madhya Pradesh partners Google for AI-led Simhastha 2028 management
Updated On : 20 May 2026 | 9:34 PM IST

Govt asks social media firms to curb NEET-UG misinformation networks

The Centre has directed major social media platforms to proactively identify and remove networks spreading fake paper leak claims and unverified exam-related content

Govt asks social media firms to curb NEET-UG misinformation networks
Updated On : 20 May 2026 | 9:26 PM IST

Modi govt's council of ministers meet on Thursday; key decisions on cards

Narendra Modi to chair first Council of Ministers meeting this year amid reform push and cabinet reshuffle buzz

Modi govt's council of ministers meet on Thursday; key decisions on cards
Updated On : 20 May 2026 | 7:26 PM IST

Datanomics: More judges in the Supreme Court, but backlog mounting

Supreme Court strength raised to 37 judges as pendency crosses critical levels

Datanomics: More judges in the Supreme Court, but backlog mounting
Updated On : 20 May 2026 | 6:39 PM IST

From alert to action: Why India's weather warnings still miss the last mile

Why does a modern warning ecosystem still fail to protect people on the ground? Experts detail deeper problems in India's weather alert system

From alert to action: Why India's weather warnings still miss the last mile
Updated On : 20 May 2026 | 5:54 PM IST

Nights are getting warmer in India: Why this trend will only worsen

From climate change to concrete heat traps, rising night-time temperatures are reducing cooling hours and making heatwaves more dangerous across Indian cities

Nights are getting warmer in India: Why this trend will only worsen
Updated On : 20 May 2026 | 5:41 PM IST

PM Modi gifts Melody to Italian PM Meloni; investors buy wrong Parle stock

A video of Prime Minister Narendra Modi gifting Melody toffees to Italy's Giorgia Meloni during his Rome visit sparked a social media frenzy and sent Parle Industries shares soaring 5%

PM Modi gifts Melody to Italian PM Meloni; investors buy wrong Parle stock
Updated On : 20 May 2026 | 4:37 PM IST

Why are transporters in Delhi-NCR protesting revised ECC charges?

Delhi raised Environment Compensation Charges as part of its anti-pollution drive, while transporters warn the move could hurt supply chains and businesses

Why are transporters in Delhi-NCR protesting revised ECC charges?
Updated On : 20 May 2026 | 2:44 PM IST

Disarming people with firearms across Manipur is of urgent need, says CM

Singh made the remarks during a meeting with a delegation of Tangkhul Naga community from Sinakeithei Village in Ukhrul district who urged him to deploy state police forces in the village

Disarming people with firearms across Manipur is of urgent need, says CM
Updated On : 20 May 2026 | 2:38 PM IST

Constitution under constant attack from BJP-RSS, says Rahul Gandhi

He was addressing a 'Bahujan Swabhiman Sabha' in Raebareli, his parliamentary constituency, in memory of revolutionary Veera Pasi who belonged to the district

Constitution under constant attack from BJP-RSS, says Rahul Gandhi
Updated On : 20 May 2026 | 2:21 PM IST