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India's labour force participation slips marginally in April as urban unemployment eases

New Delhi, May 15 -- India's overall Labour Force Participation Rate (LFPR) for persons aged 15 years and above showed a slight softening in April 2026, edging down to 55.0% from 55.4% in March 2026 a... Read More


"BRICS Ministers found common ground despite differences," says MEA

New Delhi, May 15 -- Sudhakar Dalela, Secretary (Economic Relations) in the Ministry of External Affairs on Friday said that on almost all matters across the three verticals of BRICS partnership, the ... Read More


Director Tourism Jammu reviews Amarnath Yatra arrangements, ongoing tourism development projects in region

Jammu, May 15 -- A meeting regarding preparedness and arrangements for the smooth conduct of the Amaranth Yatra 2026 was held on Friday under the chairmanship of the Director Tourism, Jammu, at the Co... Read More


Vikramshila Setu repair work underway, bridge to reopen in 10-15 days: Bihar minister

Bhagalpur, May 15 -- Bihar Public Works Department (PwD) Minister Kumar Shailendra on Thursday said repair work on the damaged Vikramshila Setu in Bhagalpur is progressing rapidly and the bridge is ex... Read More


"Lost judgement, blinded by ignominy": Spanish President slams Israeli minister's remark on FC Barcelona's Yamal waving Palestinian flag

Madrid, May 15 -- Spanish President Pedro Sanchez on Thursday (local time) strongly hit back at Israeli Defence Minister Israel Katz over his remarks targeting FC Barcelona golden boy Lamine Yamal aft... Read More


BRICS delegation explores GIFT City's role as India's gateway to cross-border finance ahead of 2026 chairship

New Delhi, May 15 -- A high-level BRICS delegation visited GIFT City on Friday to gain first-hand insights into India's International Financial Services Centre (IFSC) ecosystem and the opportunities i... Read More


Health department on high alert as Kedarnath pilgrim footfall crosses 5 lakh

Rudraprayag, May 15 -- The Health Department in Rudraprayag has been placed on high alert as the number of pilgrims visiting Kedarnath Temple crossed five lakh amid a steady rise in footfall during th... Read More


Sikkim Govt announces austerity measures, directs 50% work-from-home

Gangtok, May 15 -- The Government of Sikkim, through the Home Department, has issued a notification announcing a series of austerity measures and resource conservation measures with effect from May 18... Read More


"This is Unacceptable": Tamil Nadu CM Vijay slams fuel price hike, urges rollback

Chennai, May 15 -- Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay on Friday criticised the recent increase in petroleum product prices by Union Government public sector oil companies, calling it "unacceptable" and u... Read More


One civilian dead, two injured in unprovoked firing in Manipur's Noney district; KCP cadre arrested, search operations launched

Imphal, May 15 -- Manipur security forces arrested an active cadre of the proscribed Kangleipak Communist Party (KCP) Taibanganba outfit from Thoubal district and launched search operations in Noney d... Read More