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Indian shares jump to two-week high as oil drops on Mideast peace talk hopes
Indian shares closed at a two-week high on May 25 after falling oil prices and renewed optimism over U.S.-Iran peace talks lifted risk appetite, with financials leading gains.
Rupee gains to two-week high, forward premiums dip as oil prices slump
The Indian rupee rose to a two-week high on May 25, 2026 as Brent crude slid more than 5% and dollar-rupee forward premiums eased, with optimism over a possible U.S.-Iran peace deal supporting sentiment.
Delhi weather update: scorching heatwave, orange and yellow alert for 5 days
The India Meteorological Department has issued heatwave warnings for Delhi, with reports citing orange and yellow alerts as hot, dry conditions are expected to persist for several days.
Delhi traffic police issues advisory ahead of summit rehearsal at Bharat Mandapam
Delhi Traffic Police has issued a public advisory for a summit rehearsal at Bharat Mandapam on May 19, warning of traffic restrictions and diversions in central Delhi from 12 noon to 3 pm.
US Treasury, India’s Adani Enterprises settle alleged Iran sanctions violations
The U.S. Treasury’s OFAC has settled with Adani Enterprises for $275 million over 32 apparent Iran sanctions violations tied to LPG shipments, according to Reuters and corroborating reports.
boAt teases Nirvana Eutopia 2 Pro with Qualcomm Snapdragon Sound for India launch
boAt has teased Nirvana Eutopia 2 Pro with Qualcomm Snapdragon Sound support, positioning the headphones as a premium India launch.
tbse.tripura.gov.in, TBSE Tripura Board Madhyamik, HS Result 2026: How to check on official websites?
Tripura Board Madhyamik and Higher Secondary results are scheduled for May 8, 2026 at 12 noon, with scorecards expected on tbresults.tripura.gov.in.
‘No one could sleep’: Indian sailors recount nights of missile attacks near Strait of Hormuz
Indian sailors stranded near the Strait of Hormuz described nights of missile and drone attacks, food shortages and fear as shipping was disrupted by the regional conflict.
After shock defeat in BMC House, BJP pushes biometric attendance for corporators
Mumbai BJP corporator Makarand Narwekar has written to Mayor Ritu Tawde seeking biometric attendance for corporators after a House defeat on April 30. Local reports say the party is also discussing attendance-linked discipline, funds and ticketing.
PM Narendra Modi And Vietnamese President To Lam Hold Key Bilateral Talks At Hyderabad House
Narendra Modi and To Lam held bilateral talks at Hyderabad House as India and Vietnam upgraded ties to an Enhanced Comprehensive Strategic Partnership.
India, Vietnam Finalise Trade Roadmap, Target $25 Billion By 2030
India and Vietnam upgraded their ties to an Enhanced Comprehensive Strategic Partnership and set a new $25 billion trade target by 2030.
UP water tank accident: 1 dead, 2 rescued after reel attempt
A social media reel attempt at an abandoned water tank in Siddharth Nagar, Uttar Pradesh, ended in tragedy when a staircase collapse killed one child and injured two others. Two stranded children were later rescued by an Indian Air Force helicopter.
Sanjay Raut attacks Maharashtra CM Fadnavis over Pune child rape-murder
Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Sanjay Raut has attacked Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis over the rape and murder of a minor girl in Pune district, calling it a law-and-order failure. Fadnavis said the state will seek a fast-track trial and death penalty for the accused.
Maharashtra 2029 polls: Sanjay Shirsat says BJP, Sena free to fight separately
Shiv Sena leader Sanjay Shirsat said the BJP and the Shinde-led Shiv Sena can contest the 2029 Maharashtra election separately if they choose to do so.
What is SACHET, the alert system that India will use from now in emergencies?
India has begun nationwide testing of SACHET, an indigenous cell broadcast alert system designed to send geo-targeted emergency warnings directly to mobile phones.
‘Shot at SHO, fled into forest’ — Dehradun robbery accused killed in police ‘encounter’
Police in Dehradun say a robbery suspect was killed after firing at officers during a chase, with later reports identifying him as Akram Ali.
Rain, hail bring relief from heat to Delhi-NCR
Rain and hail hit Delhi-NCR on April 30, bringing temporary relief after a spell of intense heat.
Shimla sees surge in visitors as India-wide heatwave drives hill travel
Shimla is seeing more visitors as heatwave conditions and above-normal temperatures across India spur demand for cooler hill destinations.
Trump dispatches Witkoff and Kushner to Pakistan for new talks with Iran’s foreign minister
The White House says Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner will travel to Pakistan for Saturday talks with Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi, with JD Vance on standby.
Bengal Elections 2026: EC releases supplementary voter list, clears who can vote tomorrow
The Election Commission of India released supplementary West Bengal voter lists on April 22, including voters cleared by appellate tribunals ahead of first-phase polling on April 23.
Non-life insurers log 9.3% premium growth in FY26 amid GST relief
India’s non-life insurance sector grew about 9% to 9.3% in FY26, with reports pointing to the GST exemption on individual health insurance as a key tailwind.
India fuel prices hold steady as Hormuz crisis keeps crude markets volatile
India’s retail fuel prices were unchanged on April 6, but crude stayed volatile as the Strait of Hormuz crisis and Iran tensions continued to pressure markets.