Feed aggregator

Silver import crackdown: Centre tightens rules on white metal — all you need to know

Times of India - Sun, 05/17/2026 - 04:57
India has moved silver imports to a "restricted" category, requiring government approval, to prevent traders from exploiting a duty gap created by a recent 15% import tax hike. This move aims to curb arbitrage opportunities through the India-UAE free trade agreement, protect foreign exchange reserves, and control precious metal inflows, while exempting export-oriented industries.
Categories: National News

A summer story

Hindu - Sun, 05/17/2026 - 04:55
Searing summer heat has already caused the electricity demand in Tamil Nadu to touch an all-time high this year, even as power managers struggle to maintain sustained power supply. While extensive infrastructure upgrades and anticipatory power purchase agreements are in place, the reality of a financial crisis in the power sector cannot be wished away, says R. Srikanth
Categories: National News

Rajasthan dy CM Diya Kumari travels by train, backs PM Modi’s appeal for fuel conservation

Times of India - Sun, 05/17/2026 - 04:48
Rajasthan's deputy chief minister highlighted Prime Minister Modi's suggestions for sustainable practices, emphasizing their benefits for the environment and public health. She stated that integrating these measures into daily life would be a significant step forward, promoting healthier living and environmental consciousness.
Categories: National News

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi not a special project for RR: Sangakkara

Times of India - Sun, 05/17/2026 - 04:36
Rajasthan Royals' 15-year-old batting sensation, Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, is drawing significant fan attention with his aggressive style and impressive strike rate of 236.55. He has amassed 440 runs and smashed 40 sixes in 11 IPL games. Coaches emphasize letting him enjoy his batting while acknowledging the challenges of evolving against future opposition.
Categories: National News

Fire breaks out in coach of Rajdhani Express, no casualties

Hindu - Sun, 05/17/2026 - 04:33
The fire broke out in the B-1 coach carrying 68 passengers prompting emergency measures, senior railways commercial manager Sourbah Jain said
Categories: National News

Southwest monsoon advances into parts of Arabian Sea, Bay of Bengal, Andaman and Nicobar: IMD

Hindu - Sun, 05/17/2026 - 04:24
The IMD on May 15, said that the southwest monsoon is expected to set in early over Kerala on May 26
Categories: National News

20,000-tonne LPG carrier Symi arrives in Gujarat after crossing Hormuz

Times of India - Sun, 05/17/2026 - 04:15
A Marshall Islands-flagged LPG carrier carrying nearly 20,000 tonnes of fuel safely docked in Kandla, having crossed the Strait of Hormuz. This marks a crucial energy supply movement amidst ongoing Middle East conflict, which has disrupted India's crude reserves by nearly 15%.
Categories: National News

Now book an appointment for bulky waste to be picked up from your doorstep

Hindu - Sun, 05/17/2026 - 04:10
The Bengaluru Solid Waste Management Limited (BSWML), responsible for Solid Waste Management in the city, has launched a new mobile app ‘DClutter’ through which you can book for such a visit by waste collectors
Categories: National News

Congress expands monitoring committee to oversee Haryana’s SIR exercise; Hooda flays BJP

Hindu - Sun, 05/17/2026 - 04:04
Former Chief Minister and Leader of the Opposition Bhupinder Singh Hooda said the Congress would not allow the wrongful deletion of any legitimate vote or the retention of any invalid vote
Categories: National News

CNG prices hiked again in NCR; 2nd increase in 2 days pushes Delhi rate past Rs 80/kg

Times of India - Sun, 05/17/2026 - 03:29
CNG prices in Delhi-NCR have seen another increase, rising by Re 1 per kg to ₹80.09, following a ₹2 hike just two days prior. This latest revision, effective May 17, mirrors broader fuel price increases across India, attributed to rising global energy costs amid the West Asia conflict.
Categories: National News

Woman abducted, tied to tree, 'assaulted' after rejecting marriage proposal in UP

Times of India - Sun, 05/17/2026 - 03:20
A woman in Uttar Pradesh alleges she was abducted, tied to a tree, and assaulted by a man after rejecting his marriage proposal. The incident occurred on May 11, and police have registered a case and are actively searching for the accused. Further investigation is ongoing following the victim's additional injury disclosures.
Categories: National News

How PBKS vs RCB could decide CSK’s IPL 2026 playoff fate

Times of India - Sun, 05/17/2026 - 03:17
Chennai Super Kings' IPL 2026 playoff hopes hinge on the Punjab Kings vs. Royal Challengers Bengaluru match. An RCB victory would simplify CSK's path to qualification, allowing them to control their destiny by winning their remaining two games. A PBKS win, however, would intensify the pressure and potentially lead to a Net Run Rate battle.
Categories: National News

Rajdhani Express near Ratlam catches fire, passengers evacuated

Times of India - Sun, 05/17/2026 - 03:00
A fire broke out in an AC coach of the Thiruvananthapuram-Hazrat Nizamuddin Rajdhani Express in Madhya Pradesh's Ratlam district early Sunday. The B-1 coach, carrying 68 passengers, was detached, and all passengers were safely deboarded without injuries. The cause of the fire is currently under investigation.
Categories: National News

T.N. Cabinet portfolios: CM Vijay to hold Home; Finance for Sengottaiyan; Aadhav Arjuna gets PWD

Hindu - Sun, 05/17/2026 - 02:56
N. Anand has been assigned Rural Development and Water Resources, whereas S. Keerthana has been allocated Industries
Categories: National News

S.P. Velumani | From loyalist to rebel

Hindu - Sun, 05/17/2026 - 02:35
Once seen as Edappadi Palaniswamy’s trusted lieutenant, the AIADMK legislator and former Minister is now leading a revolt within the party following its electoral defeat
Categories: National News

Ebola outbreak: WHO declares international health emergency after rare strain kills 87

Times of India - Sun, 05/17/2026 - 02:32
The World Health Organization declared an international health emergency over a rare Bundibugyo Ebola strain in the Democratic Republic of Congo and Uganda, with dozens dead. Cases and deaths are rising, particularly in Congo's Ituri province, where community spread and violence complicate containment efforts. This marks Congo's 17th Ebola outbreak.
Categories: National News

News in Frames: Symmetry and soul

Hindu - Sun, 05/17/2026 - 02:27
The master chronicler didn’t just document India with his lens; he taught his audience how to see it; his black-and-white statements live on, preserving the soul of a nation
Categories: National News

Man slits woman’s throat in full public view for rejecting his proposal in Telangana

Times of India - Sun, 05/17/2026 - 02:25
A 21-year-old receptionist, Y Vaishnavi, was tragically murdered in Jadcherla after rejecting a man's persistent harassment. The accused allegedly slit her throat in public view shortly after she disembarked from a bus. Despite immediate medical attention, she succumbed to her critical injuries.
Categories: National News

Why is the Prime Minister advocating austerity?

Hindu - Sun, 05/17/2026 - 01:55
What are the seven set of suggestions that Prime Minister Narendra Modi made for the public? How has the war in West Asia impacted various sectors in India and how will these cutbacks help? What measures is the government taking?
Categories: National News

Pages

Subscribe to CONFEDERATION OF FREE TRADE UNIONS OF INDIA (CFTUI) aggregator