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As the American and Israeli campaign against Iran enters its second phase of hostilities, Western analysts have been quick to catalog the visible actors: the bunker-busters delivered by B-2s, Iran’s ballistic retaliation, the Shahed drones reprogrammed with R…
Mr. K. Rajan, a veteran film producer, director, writer, and actor in the Tamil film industry, committed suicide on May 17, 2026, in Chennai, India.Born on February 25, 1941, he was 85 years old at the time of his death. According to reports, he committed thi…
Delhi heatwave: Delhi is bracing for intense summer heat with temperatures expected to reach 45°C, prompting a yellow alert from the IMD. Several weather stations have already recorded readings above 42°C, with heatwave conditions predicted to persist across …
Vadasseri Damodara Menon Satheesan, who was sworn in as the new Chief Minister of Kerala on Monday, is a lawyer-turned-politician from Kochi who rose through the ranks of the Congress party with a reputation for sharp speeches and organisational discipline.

CGHS dependency rules revised introduce a one-time irreversible choice for male employees between parents or in-laws, clarifying eligibility, income limits and dependent coverage under updated government healthcare regulations in the nation.
Senior AIADMK leader S Semmalai resigned from the party, citing immense mental anguish over recent developments and the party's current state. He expressed concern that internal conflicts were damaging the legacy of MGR and Jayalalithaa, leading him to step d…

Finance chiefs from the G7 industrialised nations gather in Paris today for two days of talks aimed at forging a united front as the Middle East war roils economic prospects worldwide.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has concluded his visit to Sweden. Ties between India and Sweden were elevated to a Strategic Partnership. Discussions focused on trade, technology, and defence. Prime Minister Modi has now departed for Norway. He will attend the …

Oil prices extended gains today as efforts to end the Iran war appeared to have stalled, after a nuclear power plant in the United Arab Emirates came under attack and as US President Donald Trump is expected to discuss military options on Iran.

GE Aerospace invests ₹100 crore in Pune, enhancing manufacturing for commercial aircraft components and supporting India's aerospace industry growth.

The Centre has been relying on the central bank’s surplus transfers to keep its fiscal deficit in check. This year’s transfer for 2025-26 may be even larger than last year’s record ₹2.7 trillion payout. The danger is what this reliance says about RBI indepen…

The CCI has been seeking Apple's financial information since an investigation found in 2024 that the company had abused its dominant position
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The CCI has been seeking Apple's financial information since an investigation found in 2024 that the company had abused its dominant position
Suchi Semicon plans to invest ₹700 crore in OSAT equipment, largely imported, to bolster India's semiconductor manufacturing capabilities.
Rajasthan Royals need a strong performance against Lucknow Super Giants in Jaipur. Their playoff chances are slim. The Royals have not won at their home ground this season. Lucknow Super Giants have won their last game against CSK. They will aim to finish the…
Indian badminton players are set for the Malaysia Masters tournament. They seek to overcome their recent Thomas Cup loss to France. Several Indian singles and doubles pairs will face French opponents. The competition begins on Tuesday.

Indian shuttlers are set to compete at the Malaysia Masters Super 500 tournament, seeking to avenge their recent Thomas Cup semifinal defeat against France. Several Indian players will face French opponents in the singles and doubles categories.

GE Aerospace invests ₹100 crore in Pune, enhancing manufacturing for commercial aircraft components and supporting India's aerospace industry growth.
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