‘Technical malfunction during routine duty’: Qatari helicopter crashes amid Middle East tensions
A Qatari military helicopter crashed in the Gulf country’s territorial waters during a routine operation,…
US military boards Iranian oil tanker suspected of breaching blockade
The United States military boarded an Iranian-flagged oil tanker in the Gulf of Oman on Wednesday, escalating pressure on Tehran as the Trump administration pushes Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz amid ongoing tensions in the region.US Central Command said the M/T Celestial Sea was searched and redirected after it was suspected of attempting…
RBI announces $5 billion dollar-rupee swap, auction scheduled for May 26
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) on Tuesday announced a $5 billion USD/INR buy-sell swap auction scheduled for May 26 as part of efforts to inject long-term liquidity into the banking system, PTI reported. The move also comes at a time when the rupee has weakened sharply against the US dollar amid continued global uncertainties….
Virgo Horoscope Today, May 21, 2026: If you’re single, a conversation with someone familiar can turn warmer
You’ll feel like the day is neither a gift nor a punishment. It’s just balanced. The Moon supports routine and Mercury keeps your mind practical, so income and expenditure can match, leaving you with a calm sense of control.Some travel plans may change. A long journey can get cancelled, or delayed, or simply lose its…
Nod for revised cost of power infra project | Bhubaneswar News
Bhubaneswar: The cabinet on Wednesday approved a revised cost estimate for a grid substation at Paradip (Ersama) to meet the rising power demand of upcoming industries in the Petroleum, Chemical and Petrochemicals Investment Region (PCPIR).The government had in 2020–21 cleared OPTCL’s proposal to set up a 400/220/33 kV grid substation at Paradip (Ersama) along with…
Will ask for CBI probe into Twisha case, says MP CM | India News
BHOPAL: MP CM Mohan Yadav assured the family of Noida woman Twisha Sharma Wednesday that his govt would seek a CBI probe into the allegedly suspicious circumstances of her death, hours after a Bhopal court dismissed their plea for a second autopsy at AIIMS Delhi. Judicial magistrate Anudita Gupta said there were no major omissions…
Kerala milk cooperative giant Milma to raise prices by Rs 4 per litre from June 1, fuel and production costs cited
Milk prices in Kerala will go up by Rs 4 per litre from June 1 after dairy cooperative major Milma approved a price revision citing rising production, procurement and distribution costs amid mounting pressure on farmers.The decision was taken at a meeting of the Board of Directors of the Kerala Cooperative Milk Marketing Federation (KCMMF),…
Leo Horoscope Today, May 21, 2026: At work, keep your head down and finish what’s necessary
Your day demands caution, not swagger. The Moon tugs at comfort and spending, while Saturn presses on your limits. That’s why expenditure can rise faster than income, and it can feel irritating too.Watch the small leaks. Extra snacks, app cabs, impulsive shopping, and online orders can quietly add up. Keep an eye out at home…
Govt directs collectors to form highway safety task forces | Bhubaneswar News
Bhubaneswar: The state govt has directed the district collectors to form dedicated highway safety task forces.A senior transport department official said the highway safety task forces will be set up in every district following a Supreme Court directive issued to all states on April 13. “Their mandate is to address safety concerns on national highways…
Taurus Horoscope Today, May 21, 2026: Mars supports effort, but only after you stop resisting it
It’s one of those days when the body wants the bed, but the mind keeps poking you. The Moon’s pull makes you restless and a bit lazy at the same time, yet a steady Saturn influence quietly increases your confidence. Strange mix, no?You may start slow, take longer in the shower, or delay that first…
BJD team to oversee SIR preparations | Bhubaneswar News
Bhubaneswar: BJD on Wednesday constituted a state-level monitoring team to oversee preparations linked to the Election Commission of India’s decision to begin the Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls in Odisha from May 30. According to an office order issued by the party president Naveen Patnaik, the team will monitor and supervise the appointment of…