PM Modi's appeal to save fuel: GST Deputy Commissioner cycles to office

IANS | May 13, 2026 3:44 PM

New Delhi, May 13 (IANS) The appeal made by Prime Minister Narendra Modi to save petrol and diesel amid the ongoing fuel crisis in the world, resulting from the West Asia conflict, has impacted citizens at the ground level. GST Department's Deputy Commissioner Narendra Yadav has given up his luxury car and has begun using a bicycle to commute to his office.

PM’s appeal receives strong response from Surat women; wedding plans changed, foreign trips cancelled

IANS | May 13, 2026 3:43 PM

Surat, May 13 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s recent appeal urging citizens to save fuel, avoid unnecessary foreign travel, and reduce gold purchases is beginning to reflect on the ground, with several women and young professionals in Gujarat’s Surat changing their lifestyles and spending habits in response.

Akshay Kumar teases his ‘Next’ movie ‘Welcome to the Jungle’ with stylish new look

IANS | May 13, 2026 3:41 PM

Mumbai, May 13 (IANS) Bollywood superstar Akshay Kumar has left fans excited after sharing a new post on social media over his ‘next’ big project.

'Takes some time to build consensus': Tariq Anwar over delay on Kerala CM pick

IANS | May 13, 2026 3:35 PM

New Delhi, May 13 (IANS) As uncertainty continues over the UDF's Chief Ministerial pick in Kerala, Congress MP Tariq Anwar on Wednesday said that building a consensus takes time and that a slight delay is natural in such a process.

Morgan Stanley sees India's growth healthy at 6.8 pc in 2026 despite energy shock

IANS | May 13, 2026 3:33 PM

New Delhi, May 13 (IANS) Leading global brokerage Morgan Stanley has projected India’s GDP growth to be healthy at 6.8 per cent for 2026, supported by strong domestic demand, government-led capital expenditure and improving industrial activity across Asia.

Black Box completes acquisition of 2S Inovações Tecnológicas S.A.

IANS | May 13, 2026 3:32 PM

Mumbai, May 13 (IANS) Black Box Limited (BSE: 500463 | NSE: BBOX), the technology arm of Essar and a leading global provider of digital infrastructure solutions, today announced the successful completion of its acquisition of 2S Inovações Tecnológicas S.A., a leading Brazil-based provider of digital infrastructure, data center networking, cloud, cybersecurity, and managed technology solutions.

Harman Baweja: ‘System’ is compelling story of justice, inequality wrapped inside a gripping narrative

IANS | May 13, 2026 3:28 PM

Mumbai, May 13 (IANS) Filmmaker Harman Baweja, who has returned as a co-writer and producer for the courtroom drama titled “System”, said that the upcoming film is a compelling story of justice and inequality wrapped inside a deeply gripping narrative.

India and Iran discuss bilateral, regional issues during Iranian Deputy FM's Delhi visit

IANS | May 13, 2026 3:27 PM

New Delhi, May 13 (IANS) Secretary (West) at the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA), Sibi George, held a meeting with Iran's Deputy Foreign Minister for Legal and International Affairs, Kazem Gharibabadi in New Delhi on Wednesday with discussions focussed on bilateral and regional issues, including recent regional developments.

Jack Nicholson finally warming up to the idea of cinematic comeback

IANS | May 13, 2026 3:25 PM

Los Angeles, May 13 (IANS) Acting legend Jack Nicholson might soon step back onto a film set, as the Hollywood legend is finally warming to the idea of a comeback.

Bharat Innovates 2026 presents huge opportunity for Kuwait to partner with India: Envoy

IANS | May 13, 2026 3:25 PM

New Delhi, May 13 (IANS) Bharat Innovates 2026 is a huge opportunity for Kuwait to partner with India’s maturing deep‑tech sector, Paramita Tripathi, India’s Ambassador to Kuwait, wrote in an opinion piece in Times Kuwait.