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Karnataka becomes first state in India to implement alcohol-in-beverage based excise duty

Bengaluru, May 17 -- Karnataka has become the first State in India to implement an Alcohol-in-Beverage (AIB) based excise duty structure, with the new policy coming into effect from May 11 this year. ... Read More


"MSMEs are critical part of supply chains," says Arvind Virmani on China Plus One opportunity

New Delhi, May 17 -- Former NITI Aayog member Arvind Virmani on Sunday said India needs major process reforms, skill development, and stronger support for fast-growing exporters to help Micro, Small a... Read More


'Rajinikanth is not cheap or low-standard': Tamil star addresses rumours; clarifies he is not 'jealous' of CM Vijay

India, May 17 -- Tamil superstar Rajinikanth held a press conference at his home in Poes Garden on Sunday morning. This came after his perceived silence following the declaration of the Tamil Nadu ele... Read More


Uttarakhand CM Dhami congratulates boxer Kapil Pokhariya on being named in India's squads for 2026 Asian Games, CWG

Dehradun, May 17 -- Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Sunday congratulated Kapil Pokhariya on being named in India's boxing teams for the upcoming Commonwealth Games 2026 and Asian Gam... Read More


'This day is my favourite': Indian man praises UK corporate culture after painting zoo railings with colleagues

India, May 17 -- An Indian man living in the UK has shared a glimpse of a corporate practice that left him appreciating workplace culture in the country. Taking to Instagram, the man, who goes by the ... Read More


Beyond Reach Premier League to conduct Delhi trials on May 20 and 21

New Delhi, May 17 -- The Beyond Reach Premier League (BRPL), a tennis-ball cricket league focused on grassroots talent development, is set to conduct its Delhi trials on May 20 and 21, 2026, as part o... Read More


Indian-origin CEO announces layoffs at $3.4 billion US startup: 'Difficult day'

India, May 17 -- Healthtech unicorn Innovaccer has carried out a fresh round of layoffs as it moves towards an AI-native structure. A screenshot of Innovaccer CEO Abhinav Shashank's email to staff is ... Read More


Andhra Pradesh: YSRCP to hold statewide protests on May 18 over fuel price hike

Tadepalli, May 17 -- Yuvajana Sramika Rythu Congress Party (YSRCP) State Coordinator Sajjala Ramakrishna Reddy announced statewide protest programmes on May 18 against the steep hike in petrol and die... Read More


Aditi Rao Hydari serves regal glamour at Cannes in a breathtaking green gown and statement silhouette

India, May 17 -- Cannes 2026 is being dominated by Indian celebrities. From Alia Bhatt and Urvashi Rautela to Huma Qureshi and now Aditi Rao Hydari, Indian stars are captivating global audiences with ... Read More


IMD to revamp heatwave alerts, introduce percentile-based thresholds for first time

India, May 17 -- India's heat wave warning system is set for its most significant revision in years. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) is planning to expand its criteria for heat alerts to inc... Read More