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Will not rush expansion of BRICS: Russian FM Lavrov, says need to streamline forum's work

New Delhi, May 15 -- Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov on Friday said BRICS will not rush further expansion at the current stage, stressing the need to streamline the grouping's work following it... Read More


Kedarnath witnesses record surge in pilgrims: 5.2 lakh devotees and counting; Administration denies "VIP culture"

Rudraprayag, May 15 -- The high-altitude shrine of Kedarnath is experiencing an unprecedented influx of devotees this season, leading to significant logistical challenges and a firm stance from local ... Read More


Optimo Capital reports 394% revenue growth in FY26; AUM rises to Rs 441 crore

New Delhi, May 15 -- Fintech company Optimo Capital reported strong growth in its audited FY26 financial performance, with revenue rising 394 per cent to Rs 70.5 crore and profit increasing sharply du... Read More


Maharashtra cuts ATF VAT to 7% from 18% amid West Asia crisis to ease airfare pressure

New Delhi, May 15 -- The Maharashtra government has reduced the Value Added Tax (VAT) on Aviation Turbine Fuel (ATF) from 18% to 7%, a move expected to provide relief to airlines and passengers amid r... Read More


Sardar Singh and Rani laud Hockey India's vision

Bhopal, May 15 -- Sardar Singh and Rani have praised Hockey India's continued investment in grassroots development and youth exposure as the two legends guide India's next generation of players in the... Read More


Quick arrest in Pune hospital bomb scare: Suspect nabbed at Nagpur Railway Junction

Pune, May 15 -- In a swift coordinated operation, the Maharashtra Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS) and the Pune City Police Crime Branch arrested a man on Friday for allegedly planting an Improvised Explosi... Read More


Jodie Comer to lead HBO thriller series 'The Chain'

Washington, May 15 -- Emmy and BAFTA Award-winning actor Jodie Comer has been cast in the lead role of HBO's upcoming limited series The Chain, a thriller from writer and showrunner Damon Lindelof and... Read More


Over 900 Shimla sanitation workers go on strike, demanding restoration of a 10 per cent wage component

Shimla, May 15 -- More than 900 sanitation workers engaged under the Shimla Environment, Heritage Conservation and Beautification Society (SEHB) Welfare Workers Union went on an indefinite strike on F... Read More


China stands ready to deepen solidarity with partners: Chinese envoy to India on BRICS Foreign Ministers' Meeting

New Delhi, May 15 -- Chinese ambassador to India, Xu Feihong, has congratulated India over the "successful" BRICS Foreign Ministers' Meeting held in New Delhi from May 14 to 15. Feihong, who represen... Read More


FY27 kicks off with strong export momentum, narrower YoY trade deficit in April

New Delhi, May 15 -- India began FY27 on a strong trade note, with overall exports rising to USD 80.80 billion in April 2026 and the country's overall trade deficit narrowing year-on-year to USD 7.81 ... Read More