Kuki-Zo body seeks PM Modi’s intervention in Manipur crisis

IANS | May 18, 2026 10:28 PM

Imphal, May 18 (IANS) The Kuki-Zo Council, an apex body of the Kuki-Zo tribal community in Manipur, sought the intervention of Prime Minister Narendra Modi to resolve the ongoing ethnic crisis and ensure protection, security, and a political solution to the issues faced by the community.

RBI imposes restrictions on Etawah-based Nagar Sahakari Bank Ltd

IANS | May 18, 2026 10:04 PM

New Delhi, May 18 (IANS) The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) on Monday issued certain directions to Etawah-based Nagar Sahakari Bank Ltd, saying that the bank will not grant or renew any loans and advances, make any investment, incur any liability including borrowal of funds and acceptance of fresh deposits without prior approval of RBI in writing.

IPL 2026: Dewald Brevis’ 44 helps CSK post 180/7 against SRH

IANS | May 18, 2026 9:47 PM

Chennai, May 18 (IANS) Dewald Brevis played a crucial knock of 44 runs as Chennai Super Kings posted 180/7 in 20 overs against Sunrisers Hyderabad in Match 63 of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 at the M.A. Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai on Monday.

Arcadia mayor's case sparks alarm over hidden Chinese influence networks in US

IANS | May 18, 2026 9:46 PM

Brussels, May 18 (IANS) The resignation of Eileen Wang, mayor of Arcadia city in California, after she agreed to plead guilty to secretly acting as an agent of the Chinese government, revealed a troubling reality – Beijing's influence networks are not confined to Washington or the halls of Congress.