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FairPoint: When a cockroach seeks space in Indian politics

Deepika Bhan | May 24, 2026 4:16 PM

New Delhi, May 24 (IANS) Few creatures invite as much dislike as cockroaches do, which is why it is weird that the same insect has suddenly become the centre of fascination for a section of people who otherwise would never hesitate to eliminate it. The cockroach has managed to create such a buzz that it is now trending across social media, gathering followers in massive numbers.

'Every country in world has stupid people': Marco Rubio on racist remarks against Indians in US

IANS | May 24, 2026 3:52 PM

New Delhi, May 24 (IANS) US Secretary of State Marco Rubio on Sunday described the United States as a "welcoming country" and termed the racist comments made against Indians as the actions of "stupid" people.

Delhi CM Rekha Gupta reiterates focus on farmers’ welfare, village development

IANS | May 24, 2026 3:50 PM

New Delhi, May 24 (IANS) Farmers’ welfare and the holistic development of villages are top priorities for the Delhi government, said Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Sunday during an interaction with agriculturists.

Ensure uninterrupted power supply during extreme heat: UP CM to officials

IANS | May 24, 2026 3:46 PM

Lucknow, May 24 (IANS) Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Sunday asked the energy department to ensure uninterrupted electricity supply across the state, in rural belts as well as urban areas, in view of the extreme heat and increasing demand for electricity.

10-month-old girl abducted from home in Delhi’s Bhalswa Dairy

IANS | May 24, 2026 3:25 PM

New Delhi, May 24 (IANS) In a shocking incident, a 10-month-old baby girl was allegedly abducted from her home in Delhi’s Bhalswa Dairy area early on Sunday, police officials said, adding that an investigation is currently underway.

Padma Shri awardees appeal for organ donation and job reservation for haemophilia patients

IANS | May 24, 2026 3:20 PM

New Delhi, May 24 (IANS) 'Donate Life' founder Nilesh Mandlewala and haemophilia survivor Dr Suresh Hanagavadi have appealed for organ donation of brain-dead patients and reservation in jobs for those affected with haemophilia, respectively.

BSP supremo Mayawati reviews poll strategy in UP, stresses on stronger booth-level connect

IANS | May 24, 2026 3:08 PM

Lucknow, May 24 (IANS) Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP) national president and former Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh Mayawati on Sunday held a key meeting of the party's state unit in Lucknow and asked workers to strengthen the organisation down to the polling booth level while intensifying preparations for the 2027 Assembly elections.

'Great Nicobar project gives India maritime clout to counter China'

IANS | May 24, 2026 2:54 PM

New Delhi, May 24 (IANS) The Great Nicobar Project, work on which is underway, aims to transform the island into a strategic maritime and economic hub by leveraging its proximity to the global East–West shipping route and reducing dependence on foreign transshipment ports, keeping in view India’s defence and national security, an article contended.

India navigated historic BRICS deadlock amid Iran-UAE tensions: Report

IANS | May 24, 2026 2:33 PM

New Delhi, May 24 (IANS) India managed a major diplomatic challenge during the recent BRICS Ministerial Summit held in the national capital on May 14–15, 2026, amid escalating tensions between Iran and the United Arab Emirates (UAE), a report in leading portal claimed, shedding light on the West Asia tension overshadowing the discussions.

Punjab police ASI killed as unidentified bike-borne assailants rain bullets at him in Amritsar

IANS | May 24, 2026 1:34 PM

New Delhi, May 24 (IANS) A shocking incident of violence was reported from Majitha in Amritsar rural ahead of the Municipal Council elections, where an Assistant Sub-Inspector (ASI) of Punjab Police was shot dead by unidentified attackers while on his way to duty.

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FairPoint: When a cockroach seeks space in Indian politics

'Every country in world has stupid people': Marco Rubio on racist remarks against Indians in US

Delhi CM Rekha Gupta reiterates focus on farmers’ welfare, village development

Ensure uninterrupted power supply during extreme heat: UP CM to officials

10-month-old girl abducted from home in Delhi’s Bhalswa Dairy

Padma Shri awardees appeal for organ donation and job reservation for haemophilia patients

BSP supremo Mayawati reviews poll strategy in UP, stresses on stronger booth-level connect

'Great Nicobar project gives India maritime clout to counter China'

India navigated historic BRICS deadlock amid Iran-UAE tensions: Report

Punjab police ASI killed as unidentified bike-borne assailants rain bullets at him in Amritsar

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