Rubio arrives in India ahead of Quad talks as U.S. tries to reset strained ties
U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio arrived in India on Saturday ahead of a meeting next week with his counterparts from India, Australia, and Japan, members of the Indo-Pacific strategic alliance..
Ten notable facts from India’s new SRS Statistical Report 2024 published two days ago: 1) India’s total fertility rate (TFR) has dropped to 1.88 (rounded up to 1.9 in the figures) in 2024 from 1.92 in 2023. 2) This drop is roughly the historical speed of the ….
Breaking Baz @ Cannes: How The Filmmaking Esiri Brothers & Sophie Okonedo Put ‘Clarissa’ In The Spotlight
When twin brothers Arie and Chuko Esiri decided to adapt Virginia Woolf’s 1925 novel Mrs. Dalloway and give it the title of Clarissa, her Christian name, they say they were “freeing her” from being someone’s property, someone’s wife. It’s as if the character ….
Pre-monsoon showers cool Delhi, southwest monsoon advances in Kerala
Kerala is likely to witness widespread rainfall activity over the coming week as conditions remain favourable for the further advance of the southwest monsoon, according to the India Meteorological Department (IMD)..
For years, two of India’s largest coaching hubs have had students chasing coveted medical and engineering seats. Now, as the two towns find themselves linked by the NEET paper leak, our correspondents track the economies built around the entrance-exam culture.
Podcast Transcript From the oldest rocks on Earth to underground towns, vanished rivers, red deserts, cattle stations, opal fields, and skies filled with stars, the Australian Outback is one of the most iconic and misunderstood places on the planet. It is no….
La sustancia de los días perfectos a) A cualquiera le puede pasar cualquier cosa. b) Es mejor estar preparado. Estas son las dos lecciones esenciales que Arundhati Roy, escritora india ganadora del premio Booker en 1997 con El dios de las pequeñas cosas, apre….
‘The Indian media is going crazy’: Sara Gonzales calls out its obsession with her H-1B investigations
As BlazeTV’s Sara Gonzales continues her investigations into H-1B fraud in the state of Texas, the Indian media is growing more angsty.“The Indian media is going crazy over my latest H-1B video,” says Sara, referring to her recent exposé in Frisco/Plano, wher….
È il 'Fiorenza Day', si celebra la pioniera delle donne pilota. 'Così raccogliamo la sua eredità'
L'evento dedicato a Fiorenza De Bernardi, prima italiana a guidare un aereo di linea. Rossi, prima comandante di Ita: 'Con talento e determinazione il cielo non ha genere' (ANSA).
US President Donald Trump has abruptly canceled plans to attend his son Donald Trump Jr.’s wedding this weekend, saying he must remain in Washington as his administration reportedly prepares for possible new strikes on Iran..
We need to speed up economic reform, but pessimism doesn’t help
The appropriate response to Surjit Bhalla’s genuine concerns is to accelerate reform — not to dispute the imperative, but to reject the analytical scaffolding that obscures rather than illuminates it.
The Cockroach Janta Party is a performance — driven by the elite and algorithms
The danger is not that Gen Z has become political. It is that politics itself is increasingly becoming a cultural performance — rapidly consumed, aesthetically amplified, and abandoned once the trend changes.
Brit tudósok fejlesztik az Ebola-vakcinát, amely hónapokon belül készen állhat a klinikai tesztekre
Brit tudósok fejlesztik az Ebola-vakcinát, amely hónapokon belül készen állhat a klinikai tesztekre - Az Oxfordi Egyetem hónapokon belül klinikai tesztekre kész védőoltást fejleszt a Kongóban tomboló ritka Ebola-járvány ellen..
Los científicos coinciden: en los cuatro primeros meses de 2026 ya se han quemado 150 millones de hectáreas en el mundo, un 50% más que la media reciente
Los incendios forestales han dejado de ser episodios aislados para convertirse en una imagen cada vez más habitual en todo el planeta. Ya no aparecen únicamente en los meses de altas temperaturas, sino que ahora se adelantan, duran más y arrasan t….
India news: Marco Rubio visits to repair ties, boost QUAD
US Secretary of State Rubio is in India to reset bilateral relations and strengthen the Quad grouping — an Indo-Pacific strategic alliance which includes India, the US, Japan and Australia. Follow DW for more..
Por 19.000 € a estreno, el coche híbrido de bajo consumo que España necesita viene de Japón y tiene 127 CV
Admitámoslo, en pleno 2026 el mercado español se está convirtiendo en un mercado emergente a más velocidad de la que nosotros mismos somos capaces de ver. De lo contrario, que España sea la puerta de entrada a Europa para absolutamente todos los fabricantes c….
The photographer, who died last month, at the age of eighty-three, spent his life chronicling the highs and lows of the country’s post-colonial evolution. Taran Dugal writes..
Rubio merge în India pentru acorduri energetice pe fondul crizei petrolului Iranian
Secretarul de stat al SUA, Marco Rubio, ajunge sâmbătă în India pentru o vizită de patru zile dominată de criza energetică globală și tensiunile comerciale..
Care este cu adevărat situația financiară a Rusiei și cum ar putea evolua războiul din Ucraina: „Aceasta nu este o economie care se prăbușește”
Rusia intră într-o etapă tot mai complicată a războiului din Ucraina, atât din punct de vedere militar, cât și economic. După ani de conflict, ofensiva de primăvară a Moscovei nu a reușit să producă progrese majore pe front, în timp ce Ucraina și-a intensific….
Great power games, oil wars and India’s uneasy balancing act
From Putin’s Beijing visit to Iran peace talks and Rubio’s India trip, global power equations are shifting rapidly—forcing India into difficult strategic and energy choices..
Vikram Lal: the industrial tycoon who knew when to walk away
Eicher founder Vikram Lal built a debt-conscious engineering empire, backed Royal Enfield before its revival, and stepped away early—choosing institutions over limelight..
Rubio in India to renew ties after Trump's China lovefest
U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio on Saturday opened a visit to India that will include talks with Prime Minister Narendra Modi, looking to renew ties with a usually like-minded partner a week after Washington's warm summit with China..
Fracasan negociaciones en ONU sobre la no proliferación de armas nucleares
La conferencia tenía por objetivo examinar el histórico acuerdo en vigor desde 1970 y piedra angular de la no proliferación de armas nucleares. Los países signatarios del Tratado sobre la No Proliferación de las Armas Nucleares (TNP) fracasaron en su intento ….
Starz has officially cancelled the gladiator drama “Spartacus: House of Ashur” after just one season. The series, which hails from original “Spartacus” creator Steven S. Knight, is produced by Lionsgate Television, which is now going to shop it around to othe….
Crunchyroll’s Major Shonen Series Reveals New Look Ahead of Finale
Image Courtesy of TMS Entertainment
Based on the award-winning manga written by Riichiro Inagaki and illustrated by Boichi, Dr. Stone’s anime adaptation is all set for its finale as it returns with part 3 of its final season this week, as part of the Spring ….
GSoC 2026 Community Bonding Period - Plugin Modernizer Stats Visualization
Hey everyone! Myself Pratik Mane, a final year student at Vishwakarma Institute of Technology, Pune (India) and currently an intern at Red Hat.
It’s been a wonderful experience getting involved with the Jenkins community over the past few weeks and I’m thrill….
Where to watch LSG vs PBKS IPL 2026 match: Live stream, TV channel and start time in India
Here’s how to watch Lucknow Super Giants vs. Punjab Kings live, including free streaming options, TV channel details, and start time for the IPL 2026 match..
WATCH: Furious ATP Pro Confronts Umpire in Shocking On-Court Meltdown
At last year’s Girona Challenger, Pablo Carreño Busta ignited chaos after shoving the umpire during a furious final-set tiebreak argument, repeatedly branding official Ali Katebi “so bad” as play descended into tension and delay. Now, that same storm of confr….
Royals take 4-game losing streak into matchup against the Mariners
Seattle Mariners (25-27, second in the AL West) vs. Kansas City Royals (20-31, fourth in the AL Central) Kansas City, Missouri; Saturday, 4:10 p.m. EDT....
Why Ishan Kishan is thriving away from Mumbai Indians: Ambati Rayudu explains SRH superstar's career-best IPL 2026 season
Ishan Kishan's move from Mumbai Indians to Sunrisers Hyderabad, following seven years at one of the league's most glamorous franchises, has been a step in the right direction..
Цены на топливо в Индии выросли в третий раз за девять дней
В Индии государственные топливные компании в третий раз за последние девять дней повысили розничные цены на бензин и дизельное топливо. Стоимость бензина и дизеля выросла на 0,87 рупии за литр, передает ТАСС со ссылкой на агентство Press Trust of India. В Нью….
Marco Rubio, în vizită oficială în India, ca să repare parteneriatul afectat de tarifele vamale impuse de Donald Trump
Secretarul de stat american Marco Rubio a sosit sâmbătă în India cu misiunea de a consolida un parteneriat zdruncinat de tarifele vamale impuse de preşedintele SUA, Donald Trump, şi de relaţia reînnoită a Washingtonului cu Pakistanul şi China, rivalii New Del….
Σε 82 νεκρούς αυξήθηκε ο απολογισμός από έκρηξη σε ανθρακωρυχείο στη βορειοανατολική Κίνα, όπως μετέδωσε το κρατικό τηλεοπτικό δίκτυο CCTV, σήμερα Σάββατο (23.5.27). Συνολικά, 247 ...
To άρθρο Κίνα: 82 νεκροί από έκρηξη σε ανθρακωρυχείο δημοσιεύτηκε στο News….
Τουλάχιστον 90 άνθρωποι έχασαν τη ζωή τους από έκρηξη σε ανθρακωρυχείο στη βορειοανατολική Κίνα, όπως μετέδωσε το κρατικό τηλεοπτικό δίκτυο CCTV, σήμερα Σάββατο (23.5.27). Συνολικά, 247 ...
To άρθρο Κίνα: Δεκάδες νεκροί από έκρηξη σε ανθρακωρυχείο δημοσιεύτη….
UPSC Quiz – 2026 : IASbaba’s Daily Current Affairs Quiz 19th May 2026
For Previous Daily Quiz (ARCHIVES) – CLICK HERE The Current Affairs questions are based on sources like ‘The Hindu’, ‘Indian Express’ and ‘PIB’, which are very important sources for UPSC Prelims Exam. The questions are focused on both the concepts and facts. ….
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US Secretary of State Marco Rubio arrives in Kolkata on 4-day India visit
The trip carries strategic significance with upcoming energy discussions and the Quad foreign ministers’ meeting, highlighting US-India cooperation on trade, defence, and regional security..
After early Semaglutide lead, Torrent Pharma eyes US liver drug Resmetirom for India launch
Resmetirom is the first approved therapy in the US specifically for MASH, earlier known as NASH—a progressive fatty liver disease linked to obesity, diabetes and poor metabolic health.
Green SM’s cyan EV fleet, ₹35,000 driver guarantee signal Vingroup’s big India bet
While broader FY27 expectations in industry circles range from 10,000 to 12,000 vehicles which will offer rides to consumers at ₹8 per km nationally if the operating model stabilizes successfully.
Intermediary commissions take toll on insurance cos profit: Praxis study
India’s top insurers run combined ratios of 110–113%, spending more than they earn on every policy while their global D2C counterparts operate profitably at 84–89%.
How climate-resilient agriculture, sustainable farming are emerging as key investment focus within India’s agtech ecosystem
Agriculture, which still supports close to half the country’s workforce, cannot be carried into that vision on a climate-stressed, water-short, soil-depleted production base.
Marco Rubio — The bridge between the Trump–Modi economic doctrine
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio visits India to forge a new economic alliance. This partnership, driven by leaders like President Trump and Prime Minister Modi, prioritizes capital and supply chains over traditional diplomacy. The focus is on tangible econo….
India Rupee shows strong rebound on firm RBI support
On Friday, the Indian rupee made a notable leap, finishing the day above the 96 per dollar threshold. The surge was largely attributed to robust actions from the Reserve Bank of India, following a dip towards 97 mid-week. Traders noted a wave of dollar offeri….
Paytm block deal: SocGen, Ghisallo, Viridian among biggest buyers in Rs 964 crore stake sale
Paytm's parent company, One 97 Communications, saw Rs 964 crore in block deals on Friday. Major institutional investors like Societe Generale and Nippon India Mutual Fund bought shares. Existing shareholders such as SAIF Partners reduced their holdings. This ….
Bain Capital-backed Dhoot Transmission files updated DRHP with Sebi for IPO, to raise Rs 1,400 crores via fresh issue
Bain Capital-backed Dhoot Transmission filed updated IPO papers seeking Rs 1,400 crore via a fresh issue. A top player in two/three-wheeler and electric wiring harnesses (over 70% EV share), the company will use funds to repay debt and establish new manufactu….
Multibagger Opportunity? REITs may be the next big wealth creation avenue for India’s retail investors
India's Real Estate Investment Trusts are growing into a popular investment for everyday people. These trusts are moving beyond just office buildings to include warehouses, hotels, and shopping centers. Experts see this as a major step for the market. REITs o….
Supply-side stress, weather add uncertainty to macros
India's economy faces near-term challenges. Supply issues and weather create uncertainty. Geopolitical events in West Asia could impact domestic prices. Despite these concerns, domestic demand remains strong. The Reserve Bank of India is monitoring inflation ….
Why West’s crypto rules matter for East’s financial future
The US CLARITY Act addressing legal uncertainty will shape global crypto regulation. Eastern hubs like the UAE and Singapore are moving ahead. India, a leader in crypto adoption, has a historic chance, but must rapidly evolve its domestic framework to attract….
Overseas Indians withdrew nearly two billion dollars from Indian bank accounts in March. This outflow occurred during the Iran war. Reserve Bank of India data shows a contraction in Non-Resident Indian deposit inflows. Experts anticipate geopolitical uncertai….
F&O Talk: Weak market breadth to keep Nifty in sideways trend. Sudeep Shah's take on Amber, Tata Comm and 4 more stocks
Indian markets ended higher on Friday, led by financial stocks, but analysts said Nifty remains trapped in a narrow range amid weak momentum and limited sector participation. Technical indicators suggest consolidation may continue until a decisive breakout em….
June quarter earnings to determine market direction, says Sunil Subramaniam, warns on risks in near term
Market expert Sunil Subramaniam advised caution amid geopolitical uncertainty and rising input costs, while favouring consumer durables, capital goods and PSBs. He expects volatility to remain elevated as crude prices, RBI policy decisions and Q1 earnings det….
Wars, Oil and Wealth: The world adapts faster than we think, lessons for equity investors
India today is a more than four-trillion-dollar economy with stronger external reserves, wider energy relationships, greater diplomatic reach and a far more diversified economic structure than in earlier decades. Higher oil prices may affect inflation, curren….
Claiming your inheritance by executing a Will: What legal heirs must know about nominees, probate and asset transfers
Executing a Will in India is often more complex than believed, involving numerous institutions and documentation hurdles. Nominees do not automatically become owners, and digital assets present new challenges. While probate is now voluntary, it remains advisa….
Saturday bank holiday: Are banks open or closed today on May 23, 2026?
Bank holiday today: Planning a bank visit today, May 23, 2026? First check whether banks are open in their city, as closures may vary depending on the weekly holiday schedule and state-specific holidays..
New PAN norms 2026: Where quoting is relaxed and where it’s now mandatory
New Income Tax Rules, 2026 have relaxed PAN quoting for several transactions, including cash deposits and debit card applications. However, PAN is now mandatory for certain property transactions and annual cash withdrawals exceeding Rs 10 lakh. Form 97 replac….
Strait of Hormuz shutdown turns into a global food crisis
The FAO has warned that the window is narrowing with every passing week of the planting season that passes without fertilizer reaching the fields that need it at this critical hour.
Beyond area expansion: Why oil palm productivity will decide India’s edible oil future
The future of oil palm in India will ultimately belong not to those who expand the fastest — but to those who build productivity, trust and sustainability patiently over time.
Why investors are moving from farm inputs to drone-powered farm intelligence
For investors, it is becoming part of a much broader transformation in how farming productivity, sustainability and profitability are being reimagined for India’s future.
Centre notifies Draft Rules under VB–G RAM G Act, seeks public feedback by June 20
“The Central Government shall, for each financial year, determine the normative allocation of the funds, for every State, based on the objective parameters specified in these rules”.
Insulating PACS from NPAs: The case for health-linked credit scorecards
The government can simply authorise a localised software pilot across 100 digitised PACS to validate the risk-reduction model over a single crop cycle.
En estos hoteles urbanos cuidarse y comer saludable es, inesperadamente, una tarea fácil
Con menús saludables que sorprenden al paladar y una oferta wellness increíble: estos hoteles en el corazón de grandes ciudades cuidarse es más fácil de lo que imaginas..
India-Russia energy ties widen beyond crude to gas, nuclear and petrochemicals
India and Russia are deepening energy ties. Discussions focus on gas supplies and joint ventures for hydrocarbon development. Russia is a key crude oil supplier, with US sanctions waivers continuing. The nations are also exploring LPG purchases and new oil an….
Marco Rubio's trip to 'great partner' India signals US need to repair ties
U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio is visiting India to strengthen a partnership strained by tariffs and renewed U.S. engagement with Pakistan and China. The trip aims to boost trade, energy, and defense cooperation, addressing concerns over trade disputes a….
El Nino threat: Centre rolls out kharif contingency plan to shield crops
Agriculture ministry has directed states to prepare district-wise crop strategies, and promote short-duration crops such as pulses, certain millets and vegetables during the kharif season because they require less water, mature quickly and help mitigate the v….
Bank holiday today: Are SBI, HDFC Bank, and other banks closed on Saturday, May 23?
All banks in India are closed on May 23, 2026, due to the scheduled bank holiday on the fourth Saturday. This closure is part of the RBI's holiday schedule, with banks also closed on specific Sundays and local holidays varying by state..
Gold, silver prices today: Check retail rates of 24K, 22K gold, 999 silver on 23 May in Delhi, Mumbai and Kolkata
On 23 May, gold prices in India remained stable, with 24-karat gold priced at ₹159,320 per 10 grams. Silver prices also showed limited movement, with 999 Fine silver at ₹272,250 per kg. MCX trading is closed on weekends, limiting live updates..
Petrol, diesel price hiked third time in 10 days: Analysts warn of more hikes ahead— how high can rates go?
Petrol and diesel prices rose by up to 91 paise per litre, marking the third increase in less than 10 days. Analysts predict further hikes may be necessary as oil companies face significant losses due to elevated crude prices stemming from the West Asia confl….
I asked ChatGPT which international trip is best under ₹50,000 — Thailand, Vietnam or Sri Lanka? The winner surprised me
Thailand is ideal for nightlife and shopping, while Vietnam excels in affordability and culture, making it the best value. Sri Lanka offers a peaceful holiday. For ₹50,000, Vietnam provides a premium experience with quality accommodation and food..
