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'I get killed': Trump says Iran war stopping him from attending son's wedding

Times of India - Fri, 05/22/2026 - 02:35
Amid escalating Iran tensions, President Trump expressed uncertainty about attending his son Donald Trump Jr.'s wedding this weekend in the Bahamas. He joked about facing criticism from the "fake news" regardless of his attendance, citing security concerns and the difficult timing due to international developments.
Categories: National News

T.N.’s maternal healthcare indicators have improved in post-COVID-19 period, finds IIT-M study

Hindu - Fri, 05/22/2026 - 02:33
The researchers say these improvements follow sustained investments in ambulance services, referral systems, and maternal healthcare programmes during and after the pandemic
Categories: National News

Jharkhand family buries wrong body after mistaken identity; missing man returns alive

Hindu - Fri, 05/22/2026 - 02:27
Police have now begun the process of exhuming the body to conduct a DNA test to identify the deceased correctly
Categories: National News

Amazon sued over Trump tariff refunds; lawsuit says funds don’t belong to Amazon

Times of India - Fri, 05/22/2026 - 02:26
Amazon allegedly pocketed hundreds of millions by not refunding consumers for Trump-era tariffs, a class-action lawsuit claims. While other companies sought reimbursements after the Supreme Court ruling, Amazon reportedly held back, potentially to gain political favor. The suit alleges Amazon profited from unlawful government actions, leaving customers to bear the costs.
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IPL Playoffs: With 4 matches to go, what RR, PBKS, KKR and DC need to grab final spot

Times of India - Fri, 05/22/2026 - 02:20
The IPL 2026 playoff race intensifies with Gujarat Titans securing a dominant win, virtually confirming their top-two spot. Royal Challengers Bengaluru and Sunrisers Hyderabad vie for the other top-two position. Rajasthan Royals are frontrunners for the final playoff berth, but Punjab Kings, Kolkata Knight Riders, and Delhi Capitals are still in contention, making the final league matches crucial deciders.
Categories: National News

Dress Code to be made mandatory in all State colleges, universities, says U.P. Government

Hindu - Fri, 05/22/2026 - 02:01
The Minister added the government’s objective is not limited to improving academic quality alone, but also to creating a positive, disciplined, and value-based atmosphere in educational institutions.
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Ronaldo in tears after finally conquering Saudi Arabia; Al Nassr end title wait

Times of India - Fri, 05/22/2026 - 02:00
Cristiano Ronaldo finally clinched his maiden Saudi Pro League title with Al Nassr, scoring twice in a decisive 4-1 victory. The Portuguese superstar's emotional triumph came after two seasons of near misses, adding another domestic league crown to his illustrious career. His arrival has significantly boosted Saudi football's global profile.
Categories: National News

Oil prices today: Crude rises as doubts grow over US-Iran peace talks

Times of India - Fri, 05/22/2026 - 01:57
Oil prices surged Friday amid lingering uncertainty over US-Iran peace talks and ongoing concerns about supply disruptions via the Strait of Hormuz. Despite recent gains, benchmarks are set for a weekly dip. While gaps in negotiations have narrowed, any toll system in the Strait is deemed unacceptable.
Categories: National News

KMRL offers measures to ease traffic snarls as monsoon nears

Hindu - Fri, 05/22/2026 - 01:46
Additional traffic wardens will be deployed and safety measures will be stepped up along the Kakkanad route as part of monsoon preparedness amid ongoing Phase II work
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Was Thirupparankundram temple closure delayed to facilitate Minister Nirmalkumar’s visit? asks Madras High Court

Hindu - Fri, 05/22/2026 - 01:45
Justices G.R. Swaminathan and V. Lakshminarayanan call for a report from the Hindu Religious and Charitable Endowments department by May 29, 2026
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Satheesan to open State-level Pravesanotsavam on June 1

Hindu - Fri, 05/22/2026 - 01:39
Government Model Girls Higher Secondary School, Pattom, to host the celebration; Minister for General Education N. Samsudheen will preside
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CSK crash out in humiliation as GT hand them their biggest defeat in IPL history

Times of India - Fri, 05/22/2026 - 01:31
Chennai Super Kings were eliminated from IPL 2026 after suffering their biggest-ever defeat, a crushing 89-run loss to Gujarat Titans. Gujarat Titan's dominant batting and Mohammed Siraj's fiery bowling consolidated their second spot in the IPL 2026 playoffs, while CSK's campaign ended in record disappointment.
Categories: National News

Shrinking shared spaces in a growing cityscape

Hindu - Fri, 05/22/2026 - 01:31
Hyderabad is building upward at breakneck speed. But amid gated communities, flyovers and glass towers, the city’s shared public life is quietly shrinking. As open spaces retreat behind private walls, residents are increasingly searching for places to meet, play and simply exist without barriers, reports Lavpreet Kaur
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Calcutta HC orders setting up SIT of CBI to probe hushing up charges in R G Kar rape-murder case

Hindu - Fri, 05/22/2026 - 01:20
The Bench said that, considering the social ramifications of the gruesome incident, a three-member SIT would look into charges of evidence destruction and allegations made by the medic's parents that there were attempts to hush up and downplay the incident.
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Fake call centres duping U.S. citizens busted in Bengaluru, man from Delhi, another from U.P. arrested

Hindu - Fri, 05/22/2026 - 01:16
Police said the call centre employees used fake identities resembling those of U.S. officials to gain the trust of victims
Categories: National News

Trump claims 'total control' over Hormuz, vows to recover Iran’s enriched uranium

Times of India - Fri, 05/22/2026 - 00:52
President Trump declared the US has "total control" of the Strait of Hormuz via a naval blockade, vowing to secure Iran's highly enriched uranium stockpile. He warned Tehran against pursuing nuclear weapons, stating the US will prevent them from acquiring the material. Despite the blockade, Trump affirmed the US desires the strait to remain open for international navigation.
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Punjab man held for spying, shared army movements with Pakistan via CCTV

Times of India - Fri, 05/22/2026 - 00:48
A Pathankot resident, Baljit Singh, has been arrested for allegedly spying for Pakistan-based handlers. He reportedly installed an internet-based CCTV camera near a bridge on NH-44 to monitor Army and paramilitary movements, transmitting live feeds to his handlers. Singh confessed to receiving directions from Dubai and being paid Rs 40,000.
Categories: National News

Elon Musk's SpaceX postpones Starship V3 launch, plans fresh attempt on Friday

Times of India - Fri, 05/22/2026 - 00:22
SpaceX postponed its Starship V3 megarocket launch on Thursday due to multiple countdown issues, now targeting Friday for the highly anticipated test flight. This mission is crucial for SpaceX as it prepares for NASA's Artemis IV lunar mission and eyes a potential IPO.
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