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Photo: IANSJacqueline Fernandez feels happy as her balcony is a ‘safe place’ for birds during scorching heat
Mumbai, May 29 (IANS): Amidst a heatwave in several parts of the country, actress and an ardent animal lover Jacqueline Fernandez shared a glimpse of birds finding comfort on her balcony. She said it makes her “happy every morning” to see them get some relief from the hot weather. Jacqueline shared a glimpse of her…
Photo: IANSIndian women’s hockey team beat Australia in third game to lead four-match series 2-1
Perth, May 29 (IANS): The Indian Women’s Hockey Team registered an impressive 2-0 victory over Australia in the third match of the friendly series at the Perth Hockey Stadium on Friday. With this win, India now lead the four-match series 2-1 after bouncing back from a defeat in the opening game with a 4-2 shootout…
Photo: IANSNEET-UG 2026 cancelled to protect students’ interests: NTA in SC
New Delhi, May 29 (IANS): The National Testing Agency (NTA) on Friday told the Supreme Court that its decision to cancel the NEET-UG 2026 examination and order a re-test was taken “in the interest of students” and to preserve public confidence in the national examination system. In an affidavit filed before the apex court in…
Photo: AI Generated Image/IANSIndia’s securitisation market shows structural strength in FY26
New Delhi, May 29 (IANS): India’s securitisation market remained resilient in FY26 despite a modest slowdown in retail transactions, a report said on Friday, pointing to strong credit performance and regulatory tailwinds. The report from CareEdge Ratings said retail securitisation volumes moderated by approximately 6 per cent in FY26 to Rs 2.53 lakh crore, but…
Photo: XinhuaUS sanctions multiple entities, vessels in Iran oil trade clampdown
Washington, May 29 (IANS): The United States sanctioned many companies, individuals and vessels as part of a sweeping new crackdown on Iran’s oil and petrochemical trade, accusing them of helping facilitate transactions involving Iranian-origin products. The US Department of State announced sanctions on several companies linked to what it called Iran’s “shadow oil economy”, saying…
Photo: Ice Hockey India/InstagramIndia set for historic Ice Hockey World Championships 2027 participation across men’s, women’s and U20 teams
New Delhi, May 29 (IANS): India will compete at the IIHF World Championships 2027 across its men’s, women’s and U20 boys’ teams, with all three national teams placed in Division IV of the World Championship pathway, marking one of the biggest milestones in the country’s ice hockey journey. The IIHF World Championship 2027 is slated…
Photo: IANS13 killed after consuming toxic liquor in Pune, Pimpri-Chinchwad; Maha CM orders probe
Pune, May 29 (IANS): At least 13 people have died and several others are reported to be in critical condition after allegedly consuming toxic liquor in Maharashtra’s Pune and Pimpri-Chinchwad areas. An FIR has been registered at Dapodi Police Station under Crime No. 114/2026. The case has been filed under Sections 105 (culpable homicide not…
Photo: Xinhua via IANSUS mobilises $112 mn for Ebola response
Washington, May 28 (IANS): The Trump administration said on Thursday it has mobilised $112 million and established a quarantine facility in Kenya as part of a rapid response to a recent Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo. The American response was launched within 24 hours of receiving alerts about the outbreak and involves…
Photo: IANSJharkhand Police arrest top PLFI commander Amrit Horo carrying Rs 10 lakh bounty
Ranchi, May 28 (IANS): Amrit Horo, a top commander of the banned People’s Liberation Front of India (PLFI) and wanted in multiple cases, has been arrested by Ranchi Police, officials said on Thursday. The Jharkhand government had announced a reward of Rs 10 lakh on his head. Police said Ranchi Senior Superintendent of Police Rakesh…
Photo: IANSHe doesn’t give a damn about any bowler: Jurel reveals Sooryavanshi’s mantra behind explosive batting
New Chandigarh, May 28 (IANS): Rajasthan Royals wicketkeeper Dhruv Jurel expanded on Vaibhav Sooryavanshi’s mindset, saying the teenage batting sensation’s mantra is “he doesn’t give a damn about the bowler”. Powered by Sooryavanshi’s explosive knock of 97 off 29 balls, including five fours and 12 sixes at a staggering strike rate of 334.48, and backed…
