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Singapore's cultural festival saw Indian mangoes as the star attraction, with performers receiving boxes of the prized fruit. Organized by the Indian High Commission, the event aimed to boost mango exports and offered a taste of "Incredible India." This initiative, part of a broader strategy to promote premium varieties globally, has generated significant enthusiasm and curiosity among residents.

The Maharashtra Government has set up an SIT to probe 12 cases of sexual assault and financial fraud registered against Kharat in Nashik and Ahilyanagar districts

Punjabi star Neeru Bajwa, mother of three, revealed how motherhood instilled confidence and the courage to say 'no,' a lesson she wishes for her daughters. She emphasizes humility and kindness as core house rules, aiming to raise normal, grounded children. Bajwa also consciously shields her girls from industry pressures, promoting healthy living and self-expression over unrealistic standards.

Officers who were once part of the project launched in 2008 reveal that insufficient government funding has severely affected many field activities of the scheme, including the protection of elderly people who live alone in isolated residential areas in Kozhikode district  

The trade union has cited revenue diversion to Odisha’s East Coast Railway, vacant safety posts and the choice of Mudasarlova as zonal headquarters. The TDP and BJP have hailed the gazette notification

Cut trees, save the nation: gifting the island to a dani can’t be worse than handing over the Indian Ocean to China

CPI state secretary M Veerapandiyan has objected to the order of songs played at Tamil Nadu CM Vijay's swearing-in ceremony, where 'Tamil Thaai Vaazhthu' was placed third after 'Vande Mataram' and the national anthem. He stated this violates long-standing convention and demanded a public explanation for the lapse, urging the government to restore the state song's primacy.

Aaron Rodgers and his mystery wife Brittani became unexpected talking points in the growing Mike Vrabel and Dianna Russini controversy after a viral social media post joked that no photos of Rodgers’ wife exist online. Fans flooded social media with conspiracy jokes about Brittani’s secrecy while Rodgers continues negotiating with the Pittsburgh Steelers ahead of the 2026 NFL season.

A young man caused a stir at Ajmer Sharif Dargah on Sunday by allegedly jumping into the 'Badi Deg' cauldron, which contained cash and jewellery. Shrine staff intervened and pulled him out, with preliminary reports suggesting he may be mentally unstable. Authorities are investigating the incident captured on CCTV, with no major injuries reported.

Matthew Hayden praised young Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's explosive 36 off 16 balls but stressed the need for longer innings when chasing big totals. He highlighted Gujarat Titans' consistent top-order batting, balancing aggression with longevity, as key to their success. Shubman Gill's 84 led Gujarat to a commanding 229/6, ultimately securing a 77-run victory.

K. Nagaraju, 24, fell from the terrace of a building on Shivalayam Street in Enikepadu on May 3 and was undergoing treatment in a hospital

Indian markets brace for volatility this week, driven by US-Iran tensions and crude oil price swings. Investors will also scrutinize crucial inflation data from India and the US for interest rate clues. Key corporate earnings are also on the radar, alongside foreign investor activity, shaping market sentiment.

In the first five matches, RCB batters from No. 4 to No. 8 averaged 39.30 and scored at a strike rate of 190.77, both the best among all teams. They scored two fifties while hitting 23 fours and 33 sixes. But in the next five matches, the numbers dropped sharply. The average fell to 21, the worst among all teams in that period, while the strike rate dropped to 148.58.

Himanta Biswa Sarma was elected the BJP Legislature Party leader; he will take oath as Chief Minister in the presence of PM Narendra Modi and other BJP leaders

Passengers from a quarantined cruise ship, the MV Hondius, began disembarking off Tenerife after a hantavirus outbreak linked to the Andes strain. Three deaths and five positive cases were reported, prompting an international evacuation and medical screening for over 140 individuals on board.

The Prime Minister was inaugurating Dhyan Mandir in the Art of Living (AOL) International Centre premises to mark the 70th birthday of Sri Sri Ravishankar

The Kadapa Collector and Superintendent of Police said the clashes at Almaspet junction were unfortunate. Cases have been registered, and arrests are likely