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Indian among 4 dead in Ukrainian drone strike in Russia; Zelenskyy calls attack 'justified'

Times of India - Sun, 05/17/2026 - 12:37
A Ukrainian drone strike in the Moscow region resulted in the death of one Indian worker and injuries to three others. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated the attack was justified retaliation for Russia's continued assaults on Ukraine. Russia reported intercepting hundreds of drones in one of the largest offensives of the war.
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Shreyas Iyer and PBKS script unwanted all-time T20 record after RCB carnage

Times of India - Sun, 05/17/2026 - 12:02
Punjab Kings endured another bowling collapse, conceding 222 to Royal Challengers Bengaluru, setting unwanted T20 records. The team now holds the record for most 200-plus totals conceded in men's T20 cricket history, and captain Shreyas Iyer also set a new captaincy record for such instances. This latest defeat further jeopardizes their playoff hopes.
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Growing up unheard: The truth behind teenage ‘attitude’ and ‘mood swings’

Times of India - Sun, 05/17/2026 - 11:02
Teenagers' emotions are often dismissed as drama or phases, but they can signify real stress, loneliness, or anxiety. A significant gap exists between how teens and adults communicate and experience pressure, especially with the rise of social media and intense academic competition. Understanding and listening without judgment are crucial for bridging this disconnect.
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PM Modi’s Netherlands visit: The dam India may look to for water lessons

Times of India - Sun, 05/17/2026 - 10:50
Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to the Afsluitdijk dam in the Netherlands highlighted Dutch expertise in water management, relevant to India's ambitious Kalpasar Project. This mega-project aims to create a freshwater reservoir in Gujarat, addressing water scarcity and flood protection, mirroring the multi-functional Dutch approach to climate resilience.
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Fire in Rajdhani Express: High-level probe ordered, railway traffic disrupted — what we know so far

Times of India - Sun, 05/17/2026 - 10:49
A fire erupted in the Thiruvananthapuram-Hazrat Nizamuddin Rajdhani Express in Ratlam, Madhya Pradesh. No injuries were reported; all 68 passengers were safely evacuated. The blaze disrupted rail traffic on the busy Mumbai-Delhi route. In a separate incident, a van carrying repair equipment overturned, injuring five railway staff members. Restoration efforts are underway.
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Watch: How railway staff quickly rescued passengers from burning Rajdhani Express

Times of India - Sun, 05/17/2026 - 10:16
A fire erupted in a Rajdhani Express coach in Ratlam, Madhya Pradesh early Sunday morning. All 68 passengers were safely evacuated from the B-1 coach within 15 minutes. The blaze also damaged the luggage van. The affected coach was detached. Five railway staff were injured in a separate accident during rescue operations. Train traffic on the Mumbai-Delhi route was affected.
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After Kerala, Karnataka becomes Congress’s next leadership challenge

Times of India - Sun, 05/17/2026 - 09:38
The Kerala Congress leadership change has fueled speculation in Karnataka, with Deputy CM D K Shivakumar's supporters pushing for his elevation to the top post. While the party high command has publicly backed Chief Minister Siddaramaiah, Shivakumar's camp sees the Kerala development as a hopeful precedent. The approaching three-year mark of the government's term intensifies the debate over leadership transition.
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SriLankan Airlines accuses Indian employees of ₹22 million fraud

Hindu - Sun, 05/17/2026 - 08:04
It said that Indian law enforcement has been contacted, and investigations are currently ongoing to recover the loss.
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Capt. Chowta urges NHAI to immediately construct missing service road link at Bannadka on NH 169

Hindu - Sun, 05/17/2026 - 08:00
Because of the missing link, several mishaps, fatal as well as non-fatal, have been occurring the four-lane Bikarnakatte-Sanur NH, the MP says
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Kerala Cabinet Formation LIVE: Congress-led UDF locked in last-minute talks, full list of Ministers to be finalised today

Hindu - Sun, 05/17/2026 - 07:57
The 21-member Cabinet with CM-designate Satheesan will take the oath of office on Monday (May 18, 2026)
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Adaptations in Subnautica 2 explained: Abilities, upgrades, and unlock methods

Times of India - Sun, 05/17/2026 - 07:56
Subnautica 2 players face a vast alien ocean. Adaptations are biological upgrades essential for survival and game progression. Four Adaptations are currently available: Pressure Tolerance, Digestion, Heat Tolerance, and Axum Vision. Each offers unique benefits, from breathing pressurized air to interacting with alien technology. Players must locate and interact with Angel Combs to acquire these vital upgrades.
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Kerala Chief Minister-designate Satheesan rejects attempts to ‘demonise’ IUML as anti-secular

Hindu - Sun, 05/17/2026 - 07:55
Mr. Satheesan said government formation talks had “passed an important stage” and there was no roadblock to naming the cabinet
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‘I had to see him’: Ganguly reveals why he briefly delayed Dhoni’s India call-up

Times of India - Sun, 05/17/2026 - 07:50
Sourav Ganguly revealed he personally scouted MS Dhoni, travelling to Jamshedpur to witness his domestic prowess before his national selection. Ganguly emphasised fast-tracking exceptional talent, believing it crucial for player development. This philosophy, coupled with Saba Karim's initial praise for Dhoni's six-hitting ability, led to his swift integration into the Indian team, shaping a legendary career.
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Plight of betel leaf farmers miserable as gale storms hit fields, expect new government to give relief swiftly

Hindu - Sun, 05/17/2026 - 07:46
The plight of the farmers’ was miserable that most of them are facing ‘red’ and were unable to stop the rising losses due to multiple factors
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TVK makes inroads into AIADMK’s core voter base in Tamil Nadu | Data

Hindu - Sun, 05/17/2026 - 07:45
Historical floors show the DMK losing less of its core support and more of its floating votes
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V.D. Satheesan | The ‘Nehruvian’ revivalist

Hindu - Sun, 05/17/2026 - 07:41
A self-described supporter of Nehruvian socialism, the Congress leader who steered the party-led alliance, out of power for a decade, to an emphatic victory over the Left Democratic Front in Kerala, is now set to take the reins of the State
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Disappointment writ large on the face of TDP’s Nellore cadre as Mahanadu goes hybrid

Hindu - Sun, 05/17/2026 - 07:41
This ‘austerity measure’ was termed as in tune with the call given by the Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu
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