May 17, 2026 7:51 AM

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Kolkata Knight Riders defeat Gujarat Titans at Eden Gardens in Kolkata

In IPL Cricket, hosts Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) defeated Gujarat Titans (GT) by 29 runs at Eden Gardens in Kolkata last night, to keep their playoff hopes alive. Chasing a target of 248 runs, Gujarat Titans made 218 runs for the loss of four wickets in the stipulated twenty overs. For Gujarat Tita...

May 17, 2026 7:44 AM

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PM Narendra Modi undertakes series of engagements on 2nd day of his visit to Netherlands

Prime Minister Narendra Modi undertook a series of engagements on the second day of his visit to the Netherlands yesterday, ranging from community interactions to a meeting with the Dutch Royal Family. In a significant cultural moment, Prime Minister Modi and the Prime Minister of the Netherlands wi...

May 17, 2026 6:45 AM

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Telangana Govt to organise special “Youth & Sports Week” from May 18-23

The Telangana Government will conduct a special "Youth & Sports Week" from May 18 to 23. This is part of a 99-day government service program called "Praja Palana Pragathi Pranalika." The week aims to promote fitness, youth development, and employment opportunities across the state. Events will b...

May 17, 2026 6:34 AM

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Bulgaria win Eurovision Song Contest 2026 in Vienna, Austria

Bulgaria has won the Eurovision Song Contest 2026 as Bangaranga by DARA triumphed with the highest number of votes at the Wiener Stadthalle in Vienna, Austria. This was Bulgaria's first-ever victory as it returned to the Eurovision for Vienna 2026 after taking four years off from competing. Bulgaria...

May 16, 2026 10:32 PM

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IMD issues orange alert for heavy rain in Andaman, West Bengal, Sikkim on May 17

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued an orange alert for heavy rainfall over Andaman and Nicobar Islands, Sub Himalayan West Bengal and Sikkim for tomorrow. Similar conditions will prevail over Keralam, Mahe, Lakshadweep, South Interior Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, Puducherry, Karaikal and...

May 16, 2026 10:29 PM

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Delhi govt cuts VAT on aviation turbine fuel from 25% to 7%

Delhi Government has taken a significant decision to reduce the Value Added Tax on Aviation Turbine Fuel in the National Capital from 25 per cent to 7 per cent.   Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta said that the decision has been taken in line with Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s emphasis on stren...

May 16, 2026 10:10 PM

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Union Minister Nitin Gadkari flags off Nagpur–Madgaon bi-weekly express train

Union Minister Nitin Gadkari today flagged off the bi-weekly Nagpur-Madgaon Express from Nagpur Railway Station. Speaking on the occasion, Mr Gadkari said the new rail service has successfully linked the Konkan and Central Railway networks, providing major relief and convenience to passengers travel...

May 16, 2026 10:04 PM

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VP C. P. Radhakrishnan attends Sikkim Statehood Day celebrations in Gangtok

Sikkim celebrated its 51st Statehood Day today with a grand function at Manan Kendra in Gangtok. Vice President C. P. Radhakrishnan attended the programme as the Chief Guest in the presence of Union Minister for Communications and Development of North Eastern Region Jyotiraditya M. Scindia.     Chie...