Chinese President Xi Jinping warned that the Taiwan issue could lead to clashes and even conflicts between China and the United States if not handled properly. He emphasised the importance of safeguarding peace and stability across the Taiwan Strait for stable relations.
Indian equity markets, including the Sensex and Nifty, experienced a significant downturn for the second consecutive day, driven by escalating geopolitical tensions in West Asia and persistent foreign fund outflows.
Prateek Yadav, the younger son of Samajwadi Party founder Mulayam Singh Yadav, has died at the age of 38 due to cardiac-lung complications. The news has prompted condolences from across the political spectrum in Uttar Pradesh.
A senior Punjab Police officer confirmed that explosive material was used in the blast outside the Border Security Force's Punjab Frontier headquarters in Jalandhar, triggering an investigation and heightened security measures.
India's exports recorded a 13.78 per cent increase to USD 43.56 billion in April, marking the highest monthly outbound shipments in over four years, primarily driven by petroleum products. However, the trade deficit widened to a three-month high of USD 28.38 billion due to a 10 per cent rise in imports.
Trisha Krishnan worshipped at the Tirumala Venkateswara temple in Tirupati on her birthday on Monday, May 4.
A Delhi Police officer disguised himself as a fruit seller to arrest a habitual offender and crack a daylight burglary case, recovering jewellery worth Rs 25 lakh.
A woman animal rights activist is accused of assaulting a security guard in west Delhi after a dispute over the alleged beating of a stray dog.
The Telangana High Court will decide on the interim anticipatory bail petition of Union Minister Bandi Sanjay Kumar's son, Bandi Sai Bageerath, in a POCSO case. The court also directed the police to verify the victim's birth certificates.
A BJP politician in Bhadohi, Uttar Pradesh, has filed a police complaint alleging he was defrauded of 50 lakh in a land deal. Police have registered a case and are investigating the matter.
Businessman Robert Vadra has approached the Delhi High Court to challenge a trial court's decision to summon him in connection with a money laundering case related to a land deal in Shikohpur, Haryana.
Police in Kathua district of Jammu and Kashmir have solved the murder case of an 18-year-old youth within 24 hours, arresting the accused and recovering the weapon used in the crime.
Enzo Fernandez's free kick secured Chelsea a 1-1 draw against Liverpool at Anfield on Saturday, ending the visitors' six-game losing run in the Premier League and earning caretaker manager Calum MacFarlane a first point in charge.
Body parts, suspected to be those of a missing 18-month-old girl, were discovered in an open drain in Ranchi during a search operation. Forensic analysis and DNA testing are underway to confirm the identity of the remains as the search continues.
A team of scientists has identified a 'potentially dangerous' proglacial lake at 16,500 feet in Arunachal Pradesh's Mago Chu basin, a critical headwaters region of the Brahmaputra, warning of a possible Glacial Lake Outburst Flood (GLOF) due to rapid glacier transformation.
Pakistan is reportedly considering replacing Shan Masood with Babar Azam as Test captain following a heavy defeat to Bangladesh. The Pakistan Cricket Board is under pressure to reinstate Azam.
Indian women's hockey team chief coach Sjoerd Marijne emphasises the importance of discipline for consistent performance in upcoming tournaments, following an impressive outing against Argentina. The team is preparing for the FIH Nation's Cup in New Zealand and the Asian Games.
An illegal firecracker factory was discovered in Dewas district, Madhya Pradesh, leading to arrests and the booking of the operator under the National Security Act.
Delhi Police have arrested a man from Maharashtra for allegedly cheating a Delhi resident of Rs 9.25 lakh on the pretext of arranging a visa and overseas job.
Police in Kochi have arrested five individuals and conducted raids following a tip-off about a racket allegedly providing forged documents for organ donors and recipients. The investigation is ongoing, with authorities looking into possible links to other states.
Rising mercury levels in Madhya Pradesh are causing discomfort for residents as night temperatures fail to provide relief, disrupting sleep patterns and daily routines.
A teenage girl and a 21-year-old woman were seriously injured after a tree fell from a construction site onto their auto-rickshaw in Mumbai. Police have registered an FIR against the construction company.
Two history-sheeters were arrested in Beed for allegedly stealing a tempo. The vehicle was recovered and returned to its owner.
Madhav Tiwari, a 22-year-old all-rounder from Madhya Pradesh, delivered a Player of the Match performance on his IPL debut for Delhi Capitals, showcasing his talent with both bat and ball.
Domestic Institutional Investors (DIIs) have significantly increased their holdings in Nifty 500 companies, reaching a record 20.9 per cent by the end of March, while Foreign Portfolio Investors (FPIs) reduced their ownership to an all-time low of 17.1 per cent, according to Motilal Oswal Financial Services.
Police in Kerala have arrested five individuals following searches at multiple locations, uncovering a racket allegedly providing forged documents for organ donors and recipients. The investigation is ongoing, with authorities looking into possible links to individuals in other states.
'Policy consistency combined with timely and calibrated reforms are expected to ensure that India not only maintains macroeconomic stability, but also emerges as a globally competitive and inclusive economy.'
Manchester City defeated Brentford 3-0, closing the gap on Premier League leaders Arsenal. Liverpool drew with Chelsea, while other key Premier League results impacted European qualification hopes.
Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw names niece Claire Mazumdar as successor at Biocon. Explore the leadership transition, strategy, and future plans.
A 17-year-old girl died by suicide at a 'One Stop Centre' in Kaushambi, Uttar Pradesh, after her parents refused to take her back following her running away with her boyfriend.
Revenue intelligence and customs officers are set to intensify surveillance and increase vigilance on international borders to combat potential gold smuggling following a significant increase in customs duty on gold.
US President Donald Trump concluded his Beijing summit with Chinese President Xi Jinping, describing it as 'incredible' and highlighting 'fantastic trade deals' and a 'very strong' relationship between the two leaders.
A 27-year-old man in Uttar Pradesh's Etah district allegedly attempted suicide due to mental stress from the fear of being falsely implicated in a case.
Tilak Varma's unbeaten 75 guided Mumbai Indians to a six-wicket victory over Punjab Kings in a crucial IPL 2026 match.
Bhavesh Shekhawat leads the 25m Rapid Fire Pistol event after Stage 1 at the National Selection Trials T3, held at the Dr Karni Singh Shooting Ranges.
Sahith Theegala, an Indian-American golfer, shot a 5-under 67 at the Players Championship, highlighted by an impressive eagle. He shares the lead with several other golfers as play was suspended due to darkness.
A sessions court in Thane, Maharashtra, acquitted a 33-year-old man accused of rape and cheating, stating that a long-term consensual sexual relationship based on a promise of marriage does not constitute rape.
Virat Kohli achieves another historic milestone by becoming the first Indian batter with 10 T20 centuries and fastest to 14,000 runs.
Nikhat Zareen expresses her disappointment over the administrative issues between the Boxing Federation of India and the Sports Authority of India, which she believes negatively impacted the boxers' preparations for major events.
West Bengal minister Agnimitra Paul announced that the state government will ensure women's freedom of movement at any time and prioritise their complaints. CCTV monitoring will be introduced across civic bodies to enhance transparency and curb corruption. The government also plans to address illegal activities such as toll plazas, sand extraction, and coal mining, while streamlining welfare schemes and improving infrastructure projects.
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