WASHINGTON: (May 26) US President Donald Trump said Iran’s enriched uranium can be turned and destroyed in the US, but his preference is for it to be destroyed “in place” or at “another acceptable location,” under the supervision of the IAEA. Trump’s comment marks a shift in his repeated statements that Iran hand over its… Continue reading Iran’s nuclear dust can be destroyed in US or another location under IAEA supervision: Trump
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Indo-Pacific must remain driver for global growth: Jaishankar at Quad meet
NEW DELHI: (May 26) The Indo-Pacific must remain a driver for global growth and stability, and the Quad must work towards ensuring maritime security and promoting economic choices in the region, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar said on Tuesday. In his opening remarks at the Quad foreign ministers’ meeting, he specifically called for “trusted and… Continue reading Indo-Pacific must remain driver for global growth: Jaishankar at Quad meet
US State Secretary Marco Rubio visits Taj Mahal in Agra with wife Jeanette D Rubio
Agra (Uttar Pradesh) [India], May 25 : US Secretary of State Marco Rubio on Monday visited the iconic Taj Mahal in Agra along with his wife, Jeanette D Rubio. US Ambassador to India Sergio Gor also accompanied them during the visit. The Taj Mahal, one of the seven wonders of the world, continues to attract… Continue reading US State Secretary Marco Rubio visits Taj Mahal in Agra with wife Jeanette D Rubio
“Haven’t played consistent cricket”: DC Coach Hemang Badani after another IPL playoff miss
Kolkata (West Bengal) [India], May 25 : Delhi Capitals (DC) head coach Hemang Badani admitted that the franchise has failed to play “consistent cricket” in recent times, resulting in another missed opportunity to qualify for the playoffs in the Indian Premier League (IPL). While the Axar Patel-led side ended their campaign on a positive note… Continue reading “Haven’t played consistent cricket”: DC Coach Hemang Badani after another IPL playoff miss
Cannes 2026: Aishwarya Rai Bachchan turns heads in ethereal feathered cape look
Cannes [France], May 25 : Aishwarya Rai Bachchan once again commanded global attention at the Cannes Film Festival, unveiling a series of dramatic couture looks that reinforced her long-standing status as one of the festival’s most enduring fashion icons. In her latest appearance on the French Riviera, the actor stepped onto the Cannes circuit in… Continue reading Cannes 2026: Aishwarya Rai Bachchan turns heads in ethereal feathered cape look
Priority sector lending boosts inclusion, not always guarantee growth: EAC-PM
New Delhi [India], May 25 : The Economic Advisory Council to the Prime Minister (EAC-PM) has said that India’s priority sector lending (PSL) framework has played a key role in addressing credit market failures and promoting financial inclusion, but cautioned that indiscriminate expansion of directed credit may not necessarily translate into higher economic growth. In… Continue reading Priority sector lending boosts inclusion, not always guarantee growth: EAC-PM
Physios felt injury won’t aggravate: Rahane on Varun playing with fractured toe
KOLKATA: (May 25) Kolkata Knight Riders captain Ajinkya Rahane said the decision to continue playing mystery spinner Varun Chakaravarthy despite a fractured left toe was taken only after clearance from the medical staff. Chakaravarthy suffered a hairline fracture earlier this month during KKR’s clash against Sunrisers Hyderabad when a straight drive from Ishan Kishan struck… Continue reading Physios felt injury won’t aggravate: Rahane on Varun playing with fractured toe
Petrol, diesel prices raised by Rs 2.61-2.71; hikes top Rs 7.5/litre within two weeks
NEW DELHI: (May 25) Petrol and diesel prices were raised by Rs 2.61-2.71 per litre on Monday, marking the fourth increase in less than two weeks as state-owned fuel retailers continued to pass on rising international oil prices to consumers. With the latest revision, cumulative increases in petrol and diesel prices have nearly touched Rs… Continue reading Petrol, diesel prices raised by Rs 2.61-2.71; hikes top Rs 7.5/litre within two weeks
Australia’s Foreign Minister Penny Wong to visit India to attend Quad meet
CANBERRA: (May 25) Australia’s Minister for Foreign Affairs Penny Wong is set to travel to India on Monday to attend the Quad Foreign Ministers’ Meeting and deliberate on “shared interests”, including maritime security and critical minerals. India is hosting the meeting in its capacity as the current chair of the coalition on Tuesday. “In these… Continue reading Australia’s Foreign Minister Penny Wong to visit India to attend Quad meet
UCC Bill introduced in Assam Assembly; seeks to ban polygamy, register live-in relationships
GUWAHATI: (May 25) The Assam government on Monday tabled a Bill on the Uniform Civil Code, seeking to ban polygamy and make registration of live-in relationships compulsory. Parliamentary Affairs Minister Atul Bora tabled ‘The Uniform Civil Code, Assam, 2026 Bill’ in the assembly on behalf of Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma. The opposition parties, including… Continue reading UCC Bill introduced in Assam Assembly; seeks to ban polygamy, register live-in relationships