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Mumbai water cut: BMC turns up heat, warns of criminal action against electric pump users
According to the BMC, the total
India, Netherlands making endeavours to establish future-ready supply chain to counter the "decade of disasters": ...
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Why India should move towards tuition-blind admissions
Tuition-blind admissions are not about generosity but about ensuring that financial barriers do not stand in the way of talented students ...
Manoj Jarange warns of fresh agitation over Maratha quota issue from May 30
The activist claimed that the State government has completely halted the process of issuing Kunbi caste certificates to Marathas ...
CBI arrests ‘mastermind’ linked to NEET-UG 2026 biology paper leak
A biology lecturer from Pune was appointed by the National Testing Agency as an expert and was involved in the examination process this year, the CBI says ...
South Korea opposes Iran’s reported plan to charge Hormuz transit fees
South Korea’s oceans minister is opposed to Iran’s reported move to impose fees on ships passing through the strategically vital Strait of Hormuz, calling the action a violation of international law, media reports said Friday. Speaking at a news conference in
Philippines’ Mayon volcano showing fresh seismic activity, with Alert Level 3 maintained
Mayon Volcano in the Philippines continued to show signs of intensified unrest, with authorities reporting dozens of volcanic earthquakes and tremors over the past 24 hours while maintaining Alert
Japanese restaurants face labor fears after foreign worker visa freeze
Restaurant chains in Japan are scrambling to adjust hiring plans after immigration authorities halted the issuance of key work visas for foreign employees in the food service sector, Kyodo News reported Saturday. The
Shark attack leaves man critically injured off Western Australia coast
A man wad attacked by a shark on Rottnest Island, off Perth's coast, ABC News in Australia reported Saturday. Emergency officials
Over 500 candidates elected unopposed ahead of South Korea local elections
A total of 513 candidates have been elected unopposed ahead of South Korea’s June 3 local elections after running without challengers in their constituencies, local media reported Saturday, citing the
Two killed in Shanxi province crash
Two people were killed when a
Taiwan says is an 'independent' nation, after Trump's warning
Taiwan said Saturday it is an "independent" nation, hours after U.S. President Donald Trump warned the democratic island against declaring formal independence. Trump wrapped up a state visit to Beijing on Friday where Chinese President Xi Jinping had pressed
Interview boards for BPSC can no longer ask name, category, region or place of education
Boards asked not to take into account candidates' regional accents or manner of speaking
CM Sukhu faces test: How Himachal local body polls can shape Congress vs BJP battle in 2027
For Congress, a good showing in
Bullard sweeps China Spring, advances to regional final
FORNEY — The Bullard
Sri Lanka raises tax on imported cars as Middle East crisis bites
Sri Lanka slapped a 50 per cent surcharge on customs duties on vehicles on May 16. ...
At least eight dead, 25 injured in train collision that sparked bus fire in Bangkok
The crash involved a train, the bus, cars and motorcycles. ...
Japan pharmaceutical firm warns against rare diseases drug after deaths
Tavneos has been distributed to around 8,500 patients in Japan since its launch, Kissei said. ...
At least eight dead, 25 injured in train collision that sparks bus fire in Thailand
BANGKOK, May 16 - At least
Akita dog gifted by Japan to Russian President Putin has died
The Akita prefectural government presented Yume to Mr Putin in July 2012. ...
South Korea To Unveil Tokenized Securities Rules In July As Crypto Regulation Advances
South Korean authorities are set to release detailed rules for the issuance, infrastructure, and distribution of tokenized securities, as the country advances its efforts to implement crypto market regulations in 2027. FSC Eyes July Tokenized Securities
Takeaways from Trump’s trip to China: Taiwan, a new framework for relationship and flattery for Xi
BEIJING (AP) — For three days in China, President Donald Trump was unusually quiet, not speaking to reporters much and even mostly staying off social media. Then he got on his plane home and unloaded. Trump’s trip was unexpectedly dominated by
Xi-Trump summit strengthens confidence in global economic recovery
BEIJING, May 16 (Xinhua) -- The high-profile meeting between Chinese President Xi Jinping and U.S. President Donald Trump in China's capital has been lauded by global institutions, experts and media practitioners as a powerful boost to global economic recovery
Andhra plans cash incentives to encourage higher birth rates
Andhra plans cash incentives to encourage higher birth rates | India News ...
CJI calls for deepening technology and AI-based judicial architecture for faster justice delivery
CJI calls for
Centre launches short Hajj package to cut pilgrimage duration to around 20 days
Centre launches short Hajj package to cut pilgrimage duration to around 20 days | India News ...
BJP worker’s kin under lens in NEET-UG leak case
Investigating