Ex-Bengal minister files police complaint against Abhishek Banerjee, cop

IANS | May 17, 2026 10:38 AM

Kolkata, May 17 (IANS) A former three-time Trinamool Congress legislator and also a former member of the previous Mamata Banerjee-led cabinet, Giasuddin Molla, has filed a police complaint against party general secretary and Lok Sabha member Abhishek Banerjee and a police officer, Mitun Kumar Dey, at a local police station in the Magrahat (Paschim) Assembly constituency in South 24 Parganas district.

India, Netherlands to boost trade, investments under new strategic partnership

IANS | May 17, 2026 10:27 AM

New Delhi, May 17 (IANS) India and the Netherlands have agreed to deepen bilateral trade and investment ties in key sectors including semiconductors, renewable energy, telecommunications, pharmaceuticals and infrastructure under a newly announced Strategic Partnership, with both countries adopting a five-year roadmap aimed at strengthening supply chain resilience and technological collaboration.

IPL 2026: Bangar calls Narine ‘legend of the league’ after another masterclass

IANS | May 17, 2026 10:05 AM

New Delhi, May 17 (IANS) Sanjay Bangar described Sunil Narine as a “legend of the league” after the veteran spinner once again played a key role in Kolkata Knight Riders’ important win over Gujarat Titans in IPL 2026

Chinmayi reveals why she was ‘afraid’ to admit she dubbed for Trisha in 'Karuppu'

IANS | May 17, 2026 10:04 AM

Mumbai, May 17 (IANS) Singer Chinmayi Sripaada garnered a lot of praise for her dubbing for Trisha’s character, Preethi, in "Karuppu".

India, Netherlands deepen tech partnership with major push in semiconductors, AI and research

IANS | May 17, 2026 10:02 AM

New Delhi, May 17 (IANS) India and the Netherlands have unveiled an ambitious roadmap to deepen cooperation in emerging technologies, innovation, science and higher education, with semiconductors emerging as the centerpiece of the strategic partnership between the two countries.

BJP launches nationwide 'Mera Bharat, Mera Yogdan' campaign after PM Modi's save fuel appeal

IANS | May 17, 2026 9:42 AM

New Delhi, May 17 (IANS) The BJP has launched a nationwide campaign called 'Mera Bharat, Mera Yogdan' on Sunday, following Prime Minister Narendra Modi's appeal to citizens to reduce fuel consumption amid the ongoing global energy crisis caused by the conflict in West Asia.

Rayudu hails Narine as 'greatest IPL player' of all time

IANS | May 17, 2026 9:41 AM

New Delhi, May 17 (IANS) Ambati Rayudu believes Sunil Narine is the best player in the history of the Indian Premier League. The veteran all-rounder once again delivered a match-winning performance for Kolkata Knight Riders.

Rajdhani Express fire: Swift emergency evacuation by RPF, rail staff saves 68 passengers in B-1 coach

IANS | May 17, 2026 9:37 AM

Bhopal/Ratlam, May 17 (IANS) It was a swift, around 15-minute emergency evacuation protocol by onboard Railway Protection Force (RPF) personnel and railway staff that helped successfully deboard all 68 passengers from the B-1 coach of Train No. 12431 TVC-NZM Rajdhani Express on Sunday.

When Mahima Chaudhry revealed why she considers Ajay Devgn as her most caring co-star

IANS | May 17, 2026 9:34 AM

Mumbai, May 17 (IANS) Actress Mahima Chaudhry considers Ajay Devgn to be her most caring co-star, and the reason is how he treated her after her horrific accident, which left her face severely injured.

2nd hike in 48 hrs: Delhi's CNG rate crosses Rs 80/kg amid global oil tensions

IANS | May 17, 2026 9:34 AM

New Delhi, May 17 (IANS) India’s leading city gas distributor Indraprastha Gas Limited (IGL) on Sunday increased compressed natural gas (CNG) prices by Re 1 per kg across its network -- marking the second hike within 48 hours and adding to the fuel cost burden on commuters in the Delhi-NCR region.