Ready to assist states in certifying municipal accounts: CAG

Comptroller and Auditor General Sanjay Murthy announced the CAG's readiness to assist states in certifying municipal accounts to enhance transparency and attract private investment in urban infrastructure. The CAG will showcase best practices for municipalities, potentially assuring them of no audit objections if proven models are adopted.

June 01, 2025 at 12:13AM

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Bruno Fernandes transfer talk grows as Man Utd face financial pressure

Manchester United's financial woes, stemming from missing European competitions, have fueled speculation about Bruno Fernandes' potential move to Al Hilal. The Saudi club's lucrative offer of £80-£100 million and a weekly wage of £700,000 is tempting. However, manager Rúben Amorim believes Fernandes is committed to staying and proving his worth at Manchester United, despite the club's need to raise funds.

May 30, 2025 at 11:05PM

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How one of Europe's biggest tech company lost $130 billion-plus from its value

ASML, a crucial semiconductor supplier, has witnessed a significant market value decline due to U.S. export restrictions to China and potential U.S. tariffs. The Dutch company's inability to ship advanced EUV machines to China impacts sales. Despite challenges, a potential U.S.-Europe trade deal could alleviate market concerns.

May 29, 2025 at 12:30AM

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Musk exits DOGE: Inside the chaotic end of Elon’s $2 trillion govt mission

Elon Musk's brief but controversial tenure as head of the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) concluded on May 28, 2025. Appointed to cut waste and revolutionize operations, Musk faced legal challenges and internal strife despite achieving some cost savings through layoffs and tech integration. The future of DOGE remains uncertain following his departure, raising questions about tech's role in governance.

May 30, 2025 at 12:12AM

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3 live mortar shells found in Jammu

A bomb disposal squad in Jammu defused three live mortar shells found near the RTO office in Transport Nagar, raising concerns about potential links to past cross-border shelling, possibly related to Operation Sindoor. Authorities are investigating the origin of the old but dangerous ordnance.

May 29, 2025 at 12:45AM

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To make Harvard 'great again', Trump pushes for 15% cap on foreign students

US President Trump advocated for Harvard University to cap international student enrollment at 15% to enhance opportunities for American students. This proposal follows the Trump administration's actions, including freezing $2.2 billion in federal funding and restricting foreign student enrollment, citing concerns over antisemitism and Harvard's governance.

May 29, 2025 at 12:13AM

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After SC sacked 24,000 school staffers, West Bengal opens job window

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee announced a major school recruitment drive to fill 24,203 vacancies resulting from court rulings. Starting May 30, the process includes age relaxation and experience advantages for applicants. An additional 20,000 teaching positions will also be created.

May 28, 2025 at 01:03AM

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Annoyed! Anushka Sharma can't hide disappointment as Virat Kohli walks back

Virat Kohli achieved his 63rd IPL fifty against Lucknow Super Giants in 2025, surpassing David Warner for the most half-centuries in IPL history. Rishabh Pant's explosive, unbeaten 118 propelled LSG to a massive 227. Despite Kohli's milestone and a strong start, RCB faltered after his dismissal, leaving Anushka Sharma visibly disappointed as the team struggled to chase the target.

May 27, 2025 at 11:40PM

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NSA Doval down with seasonal flu, calls off his visit to Moscow

NSA Ajit Doval will not attend the 13th International Meeting of High Representatives for Security Issues in Moscow this week due to a seasonal flu. Despite his absence, he intends to advance bilateral security discussions with Russia soon. The event, chaired by Sergei Shoigu, has invited over 150 countries, including Pakistan, and various international organizations.

May 27, 2025 at 01:21AM

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IPL: Punjab Kings book top-two berth, Mumbai Indians left to fight in Eliminator

Punjab Kings defeated Mumbai Indians in a crucial match, securing a top-two finish in IPL 2025. Mumbai Indians scored 184/7, highlighted by Suryakumar Yadav's 57. Punjab Kings chased the target in 18.3 overs, powered by Priyansh Arya and Josh Inglis's partnership. Punjab Kings will now play in Qualifier 1, while Mumbai Indians will compete in the Eliminator.

May 26, 2025 at 11:28PM

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7 UP officers injured in attack by bees

A swarm of bees severely injured at least seven government officers during an inspection of the Har Ghar Nal Yojana in Devgarh village, Uttar Pradesh. Additional District Magistrate Rajesh Srivastava, who sustained over 500 stings, is in critical condition. Other officials, including the Chief Development Officer, were also badly injured, requiring hospitalization.

May 26, 2025 at 01:12AM

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Unstoppable SRH now hold top four highest totals in IPL history

Sunrisers Hyderabad etched their name in IPL history by recording the top four highest totals, highlighted by a massive 278/3 against Kolkata Knight Riders. Heinrich Klaasen's explosive, unbeaten 105 off 39 balls, the fastest century of IPL 2025, propelled SRH to this feat.

May 25, 2025 at 11:24PM

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Chiefs' Patrick Mahomes set for major comeback and possible contract extension in 2025

Patrick Mahomes and the Kansas City Chiefs are gearing up for a powerful comeback in 2025 after a tough Super Bowl LIX loss. With Mahomes still under center and rumors of a major contract extension swirling, the Chiefs remain top contenders. As long as Mahomes leads the charge, Kansas City’s Super Bowl hopes are alive and well.

May 25, 2025 at 12:44AM

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Indian-American software engineer who 'shamed' Microsoft CEOs at co's 50th anniversary celebrations, disrupts event again

Indian-American engineer Vaniya Agrawal, previously known for disrupting Microsoft's 50th anniversary, recently protested at the Build 2025 developer event. Agrawal, along with ex-Microsoft employee Hossam Nasr, confronted Microsoft's AI security head, Neta Haiby, over the company's contracts with Israel.

May 22, 2025 at 02:00AM

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Maoists dealt another blow, commander, 3 others shot

May 24, 2025 at 12:27AM

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IPL 2025: Ishan Kishan and Pat Cummins dent RCB's top-two hopes

Sunrisers Hyderabad defeated Royal Challengers Bengaluru by 42 runs, propelled by Ishan Kishan's explosive 94 and valuable contributions from Heinrich Klaasen and Aniket Verman, setting a formidable target of 231. Despite Virat Kohli and Phil Salt's efforts, RCB's batting lineup collapsed after their dismissals, leading to a significant drop in their net run rate.

May 24, 2025 at 12:14AM

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Celebrini is growing rapidly under guidance of Sidney Crosby and Nathan MacKinnon at IIHF Worlds

Macklin Celebrini gains valuable experience at the IIHF Worlds. He learns from hockey legends Sidney Crosby and Nathan MacKinnon. Celebrini demonstrates maturity and competitive spirit. Crosby provides leadership lessons. MacKinnon praises Celebrini's advanced skills. His competitiveness and emotional maturity are notable. Exposure to veteran players sharpens his instincts. The IIHF Worlds serves as a training ground for Celebrini.

May 23, 2025 at 01:01AM

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Harvard can't enroll international students, existing foreign students must take transfer

May 22, 2025 at 11:43PM

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Soldier killed, 2 wounded in J&K’s Kishtwar forests

May 23, 2025 at 12:29AM

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Walmart Boycott: America's largest retailer to protestors, 'We remain ...'

The People's Union USA is spearheading a nationwide boycott of Walmart from May 20-26, protesting the retailer's labor practices and community impact. The group alleges economic corruption and criticizes the rollback of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion efforts. Following the Walmart boycott, Target and McDonald's are slated for similar economic blackouts in June.

May 22, 2025 at 12:13AM

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CSK equal embarrassing IPL record with loss against RR

Chennai Super Kings faced another setback in IPL 2025, suffering their 10th defeat, matching their worst record. Inconsistency and injuries plagued their campaign, dashing playoff hopes early. With one game left against Gujarat Titans, CSK risks setting a new record for most losses and potentially finishing last, needing a significant win to avoid the bottom spot.

May 20, 2025 at 11:32PM

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Dwyane Wade’s heartfelt reaction to Gabrielle Union’s new post

Dwyane Wade and Gabrielle Union's brand, PROUDLY, expands into baby apparel, available exclusively at JCPenney. Gabrielle Union highlighted the brand's commitment to representation and quality, ensuring all families have access to special products. Dwyane Wade showed his support on social media, while Gabrielle Union also recently shared her early struggles with beauty standards in Hollywood.

May 20, 2025 at 12:57AM

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Microsoft Build 2025 event hit by Pro-Palestine protest; Nadella’s keynote speech disrupted

A Microsoft engineer, Joe Lopez, disrupted the Build 2025 conference, protesting the company's AI collaboration with Israel. Shouting 'free Palestine' during CEO Satya Nadella's keynote, Lopez, along with a former Google employee, was escorted out. This follows similar protests at Microsoft's 50th-anniversary event.

May 19, 2025 at 11:08PM

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Centre rejects Mehbooba opposition to J&K govt deploying 4,000 ex-servicemen to guard vital sites

May 20, 2025 at 12:17AM

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India, EU conclude 11th round of FTA talks, deal likely in two phases

India and the European Union have concluded the 11th round of FTA negotiations, agreeing to a two-stage approach to finalize the deal by 2025. Amid global trade uncertainties, both sides are focusing on market access for goods, services, and investment.

May 18, 2025 at 10:52PM

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Massive search op launched in J&K’s Samba to trace 3 terror suspects

Security forces have initiated a joint search operation in the Samba district of Jammu and Kashmir. This action follows reports of suspected terrorist movement in the forest area. Police and central armed forces are combing Nangal, Chilladanga and Goran. Locals reported suspicious activity. Similar search operations were conducted recently in Reasi and Samba districts based on similar reports.

May 18, 2025 at 12:05AM

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First trophy in 120 years! Crystal Palace stun Man City to win FA Cup title

Crystal Palace stunned Manchester City with a 1-0 victory in the FA Cup final, securing their first major trophy in 120 years. Eberechi Eze's stunning volley and Dean Henderson's heroic goalkeeping, including a penalty save, sealed the win. City's disappointing season ended trophyless as Palace's tactical setup and counterattacks proved too strong, raising questions about City's future direction.

May 17, 2025 at 11:34PM

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PM congratulates people of Sikkim, NC asks about J&K's statehood

The National Conference has renewed its call for the restoration of statehood to Jammu and Kashmir, marking their first such demand since the Pahalgam terror attack. This appeal was made in response to PM Modi's greetings to Sikkim on its Statehood Day, with the NC urging the PM to grant J&K its rightful place.

May 17, 2025 at 12:11AM

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Samantha Prabhu’s manager breaks silence on claims about Raj Nidimoru

Speculation around Samantha Ruth Prabhu’s growing closeness with filmmaker Raj Nidimoru has taken a different turn after a new report claimed that the duo is planning to take their relationship a step further by moving in together and are actively looking for a place. However, Samantha’s team has now addressed the claims and called them false.

May 15, 2025 at 11:38PM

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GOC Northern Command briefs J&K CM, Lt Guv about security situation

May 15, 2025 at 12:14AM

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IWAI opens office in Srinagar to develop inland water transport on J&K rivers

May 14, 2025 at 01:00AM

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Trent Grisham gets emotional while talking about Oswaldo Cabrera

Despite a triumphant 5-11 victory against the Seattle Mariners, the New York Yankees faced concern as Oswaldo Cabrera was injured, requiring an ambulance. Trent Grisham expressed deep emotion, emphasizing Cabrera's exceptional character and dedication. Even while injured, Cabrera's focus remained on the game, inquiring about the score, showcasing his unwavering team spirit.

May 13, 2025 at 10:11PM

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Jeff Bezos loses world's second-richest man title to one of his competitor

Mark Zuckerberg's fortune has surged past Jeff Bezos, making him the world's second-richest person, according to the Bloomberg Billionaires Index. This shift occurred as Meta's shares outperformed Amazon's, with Meta reporting strong first-quarter revenue. Meanwhile, Elon Musk remains the wealthiest individual, boosted by increased Tesla shares following his commitment to reduce time spent on government duties.

May 06, 2025 at 05:08PM

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White House's email to fired head of Copyright Office: 'Your position as...'

The Trump administration's abrupt termination of Shira Perlmutter, head of the US Copyright Office, has ignited Democratic outrage, especially following the dismissal of Librarian of Congress Carla Hayden. Perlmutter's firing occurs amidst a critical review of AI and copyright, particularly regarding the use of copyrighted material for AI training.

May 12, 2025 at 11:36PM

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Unexploded bombs stop Uri residents from returning home

May 12, 2025 at 01:24AM

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Macron hiding a cocaine pouch in viral video? French media calls claims 'absurd conspiracies'

May 11, 2025 at 10:29PM

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Review call not to pay Rs 5 crore to Mumbai woman: HC to rail minister

May 11, 2025 at 01:49AM

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'War was not India's choice', NSA Ajit Doval tells China's Wang Yi

Amid escalating tensions, NSA Ajit Doval and Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi discussed the Pahalgam terror attack. Doval emphasized India's counter-terrorism focus and commitment to a ceasefire, despite Pakistan's provocations. Wang condemned the attack, urging restraint and dialogue, while supporting a comprehensive ceasefire.

May 11, 2025 at 12:05AM

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Trump wants India-Pak de-escalation, says White House after Vance's 'none of our business' remark

May 09, 2025 at 11:49PM

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Pakistan drone attacks: Need to turn off location on phones- what govt says

Amidst India-Pakistan tensions, a viral message urged citizens to disable their phone locations, falsely claiming it aided population detection by drones. PIB Fact Check debunked this advisory as fake, clarifying that the government had not issued any such warning. Authorities cautioned against Pakistan-sponsored propaganda and urged citizens to verify information, especially concerning the Indian Armed Forces.

May 10, 2025 at 12:03AM

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BCCI could opt to halt IPL 2025 keeping the nation's sentiment in mind

Amid escalating India-Pakistan tensions, the BCCI is contemplating halting the IPL. The DC vs PBKS match in Dharamsala was disrupted, prompting evacuation plans for players and staff. Overseas players are anxious, awaiting assurances from the BCCI and the government. The IPL Governing Council is meeting to decide the tournament's future, guided by government directives, while teams adjust travel plans.

May 08, 2025 at 11:37PM

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Fed holds rates steady at 4.25–4.5% in Powell-led meet

The Federal Reserve, under Jerome Powell, held steady the benchmark interest rate, amidst concerns about balancing maximum employment and controlling inflation near the 2% target. The Fed will closely monitor incoming data and evolving outlook while reducing its holdings of Treasury securities.

May 07, 2025 at 11:34PM

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Four dead as bus falls into Poonch gorge

A passenger bus accident in Jammu and Kashmir's Poonch district resulted in the tragic loss of four lives, including an Army soldier on leave, and left over 40 individuals injured. The bus, en route from Ghani to Mendhar, veered off course and plunged into a deep gorge, prompting immediate rescue efforts by locals, police, Army, and CRPF personnel.

May 07, 2025 at 12:23AM

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Sambhal: ASI files survey report, HC fixes May 13 for next hearing

The Archeological Survey of India (ASI) submitted a survey report to the Allahabad High Court regarding the Jama Masjid and Harihar temple dispute in Sambhal. The court has adjourned the case for the next hearing on May 13, extending the stay on trial court proceedings. The dispute centers on claims that the mosque was built after demolishing a temple.

May 05, 2025 at 10:28PM

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3 soldiers die as Army vehicle plunges into gorge

May 05, 2025 at 12:15AM

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Watch: Jadeja confronts umpire after Brevis denied DRS

Dewald Brevis's golden duck amidst DRS controversy marred CSK's narrow defeat against RCB in a thrilling IPL 2025 encounter. Brevis was adjudged LBW, but replays suggested the ball would have missed the stumps. The missed review proved costly as CSK fell short by two runs despite valiant efforts from Ayush Mhatre and Ravindra Jadeja.

May 04, 2025 at 12:31AM

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IPL: Shepherd's carnage, Dayal's ice-cold finish take RCB to the top

Royal Challengers Bengaluru secured a thrilling victory against Chennai Super Kings in a last-ball encounter. RCB's formidable total, powered by Kohli, Bethell, and Shepherd, was nearly chased down by CSK, with Mhatre's brilliant 94 and Jadeja's 77. Dayal's composed final over sealed the win for RCB, propelling them to the top of the points table.

May 04, 2025 at 12:00AM

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Amid divorce rumours with Barack, Michelle says marriage is 'hard'

Michelle Obama addresses divorce rumors with humor, emphasizing the commitment she and Barack share after 32 years. She candidly admits marriage is hard work, advising young couples not to give up too quickly and to seek help when needed. The former First Lady highlights the importance of mutual belief and dedication in making a marriage last, despite the challenges.

May 02, 2025 at 11:38PM

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Sundar Pichai warns US' 'extraordinary' plans for Chrome may ‘kill’ Google

Google CEO Sundar Pichai cautioned that the US Department of Justice's antitrust remedies could jeopardize Google Search, potentially leading the company to discontinue its flagship product. Pichai argued that the DOJ's proposal to share Google's search index with competitors at minimal cost would stifle innovation.

May 01, 2025 at 08:21PM

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