FairPoint: From Nehru’s 'dead horse' to Congress' Kerala reality today

Deepika Bhan | May 17, 2026 4:16 PM

New Delhi, May 17 (IANS) ‘Kerala will never forgive you’ -- the posters are likely to haunt the Gandhi siblings for a long time. These were not ordinary political posters meant to mock a leader or score a point. They were a bitter reflection of the kind of politics the Congress high command has increasingly found itself engaged in.

India's economic pact with European FTA bloc seen as gamechanger

IANS | May 17, 2026 3:27 PM

New Delhi, May 17 (IANS) The Trade and Economic Partnership Agreement (TEPA) between India and the European Free Trade Association (EFTA), operational since October 1, 2025, marks a transformative milestone in India’s economic diplomacy and strategic engagement with Europe, according to an article

High-level probe ordered after fire breaks out in Rajdhani Express near Kota

IANS | May 17, 2026 3:07 PM

Kota (Rajasthan), May 17 (IANS) A high-level inquiry has been ordered after a fire broke out in two rear coaches of the Delhi-bound Rajdhani Express on Sunday, a West Central Railway official said, adding that an additional coach will now be attached to the train to facilitate the onward journey of passengers.

Rahul Gandhi reiterates demand to sack Dharmendra Pradhan over NEET paper leak

IANS | May 17, 2026 3:03 PM

New Delhi, May 17 (IANS) Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi, on Sunday reiterated his demand for the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan over the NEET-UG 2026 exam paper leak, accusing the BJP-led Centre of not taking accountability for such "repeated" instances.

Trinamool orchestrated fear psychosis: Jadavpur Prof, arrested in 2012 over Mamata's cartoon, recalls legal battle (IANS Exclusive)

IANS | May 17, 2026 2:56 PM

Kolkata, May 17 (IANS) Ambikesh Mahapatra, the Jadavpur University professor who was arrested in 2012 for circulating a cartoon of former West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee, on Sunday launched a sharp attack on the Trinamool Congress supremo, accusing her of fostering “hooliganism” in the state and enforcing "excessive control over institutions", ranging from the police administration to the media.

Delhi Metro to add extra train trips every Monday to boost public transport use

IANS | May 17, 2026 2:55 PM

New Delhi, May 17 (IANS) In a major push to encourage the use of public transport and reduce dependence on private vehicles, the Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) on Sunday announced a series of measures, including additional train trips, enhanced security arrangements, and expanded commuter facilities across the Delhi-NCR network.

Delhi Police cyber cell arrests immigration consultant for one crore visa fraud

IANS | May 17, 2026 2:40 PM

New Delhi, May 17 (IANS) The cyber cell of Delhi Police Crime Branch has made a significant breakthrough in visa fraud case by arresting an accused for allegedly cheating a woman of approximately Rs 1.83 crore on false pretext of securing immigration to Canada through a business investment programme, officials said on Sunday.

Russia, India, African nations explore new pathways for cultural dialogue: Report

IANS | May 17, 2026 2:39 PM

New Delhi, May 17 (IANS) Growing cultural engagement between Russia, India, and African nations is emerging as a key pillar of contemporary diplomacy, with experts and policymakers underlining the importance of people-to-people exchanges, academic cooperation and shared civilisational values in reshaping global partnerships amid shifting geopolitical realities, according to an article.