Delhi transport strike: Unions demand fare revision amid rising fuel costs

IANS | May 21, 2026 10:35 AM

New Delhi, May 21 (IANS) Truck, taxi, and auto-rickshaw drivers in the national capital began a three-day strike on Thursday, demanding a revision in fares and relief from rising fuel prices and operational expenses. The strike, which will continue until May 23, is likely to impact transport services across Delhi-NCR.

Bangladeshi national living illegally in Lucknow for 14 years arrested

IANS | May 21, 2026 9:55 AM

Lucknow, May 21 (IANS) A Bangladeshi national who had allegedly been living illegally in Lucknow for nearly 14 years was arrested by police from the Bakshi Ka Talab (BKT) area. The accused has been identified as Arup Bakshi, a native of Devbhog in Bangladesh’s Narail district.

Adani case settlement clears path for nuclear push: US industry leader

IANS | May 21, 2026 9:44 AM

Washington, May 21 (IANS) Industrial conglomerate Adani Group’s settlement of its legal issues in the United States could help accelerate India’s ambitions in the nuclear energy sector, industry veteran Dr Kris Singh has said, adding that the diversified Group is well-positioned to contribute to large-scale infrastructure development in the field.