What is 'Hanta' in Hantavirus?
The term "Hanta" in Hantavirus comes from the Hantan River in South Korea, where the virus was first identified during outbreaks among soldiers in the 1950s, reported News18. Over time, scientists discovered that these viruses are carried primarily by rodents. Hantavirus claimed three lives on a Netherlands-based cruise ship in the Atlantic Ocean.
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The term "Hanta" in Hantavirus comes from the Hantan River in South Korea, where the virus was first identified during outbreaks among soldiers in the 1950s, reported News18. Over time, scientists discovered that these viruses are carried primarily by rodents. Hantavirus claimed three lives on a Netherlands-based cruise ship in the Atlantic Ocean.
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Petrol and diesel prices hiked by ₹3/litre
Amid the Middle East crisis, prices of petrol and diesel have been hike by around ₹3 per litre from May 15. In Delhi, the price of petrol has been hiked to ₹97.77 while the price has been hiked to ₹90.67 for diesel, as per IOCL. This is the first time retail fuel prices have been hiked in four years.
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Amid the Middle East crisis, prices of petrol and diesel have been hike by around ₹3 per litre from May 15. In Delhi, the price of petrol has been hiked to ₹97.77 while the price has been hiked to ₹90.67 for diesel, as per IOCL. This is the first time retail fuel prices have been hiked in four years.
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2-time world champion boxer Nikhat Zareen loses in trials, to miss CWG and Asian Games
Two-time world champion Nikhat Zareen will miss the upcoming Commonwealth Games and Asian Games after losing in the trials. She was defeated by world junior champion Sakshi Chaudhary in the semi-finals of the 51-kg category at National Institute of Sport in Patiala. Nikhat had won gold medal at the Commonwealth Games in 2022.
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08:29 am Friday, 15 May 2026
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Two-time world champion Nikhat Zareen will miss the upcoming Commonwealth Games and Asian Games after losing in the trials. She was defeated by world junior champion Sakshi Chaudhary in the semi-finals of the 51-kg category at National Institute of Sport in Patiala. Nikhat had won gold medal at the Commonwealth Games in 2022.
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Not true: Nadal on reports linking him to Real Madrid presidency race
Twenty two-time Grand Slam champion Rafael Nadal has denied rumours that he plans to run for President of Real Madrid. "I've read reports that link me to possible candidacies for the presidency of Real Madrid. I'd like to clarify that these reports aren't true," the Spaniard said. The speculation started after the current President, Florentino Perez, announced fresh club elections.
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08:58 am Friday, 15 May 2026
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Twenty two-time Grand Slam champion Rafael Nadal has denied rumours that he plans to run for President of Real Madrid. "I've read reports that link me to possible candidacies for the presidency of Real Madrid. I'd like to clarify that these reports aren't true," the Spaniard said. The speculation started after the current President, Florentino Perez, announced fresh club elections.
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Sonia called AK Antony, he advised her to appoint Satheesan as Kerala CM: Report
Congress leader Sonia Gandhi called former CM of Kerala AK Antony to discuss who should become Kerala CM, as per a report. Antony reportedly advised her to appoint VD Satheesan as the electorate had voted for him. Antony added if KC Venugopal, an MP, is appointed Chief Minister, then an incumbent MLA would have to vacate his seat.
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08:58 am Friday, 15 May 2026
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Congress leader Sonia Gandhi called former CM of Kerala AK Antony to discuss who should become Kerala CM, as per a report. Antony reportedly advised her to appoint VD Satheesan as the electorate had voted for him. Antony added if KC Venugopal, an MP, is appointed Chief Minister, then an incumbent MLA would have to vacate his seat.
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What could get costlier as petrol, diesel and CNG prices hiked in India?
Petrol, diesel and CNG prices were hiked in India, which is likely to have a domino effect on prices of other commodities. Vegetables, fruits, grains, edible oil and dairy products are likely to be hit first, followed by delivery charges and transport fares on quick commerce and food delivery apps. Flight tickets may become costlier, and farming costs may jump.
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Petrol, diesel and CNG prices were hiked in India, which is likely to have a domino effect on prices of other commodities. Vegetables, fruits, grains, edible oil and dairy products are likely to be hit first, followed by delivery charges and transport fares on quick commerce and food delivery apps. Flight tickets may become costlier, and farming costs may jump.
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RBI cancels registrations of 150 NBFCs across Delhi, WB
RBI has cancelled registration of 150 non-banking financial companies, barring them from carrying out non-banking financial institution business. Around 67 of the NBFCs were registered in Delhi, while 75 companies were registered in West Bengal. RBI also cancelled the registrations of seven additional NBFCs after they surrendered their licenses. It restored the registration of a Jaipur-based NBFC.
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09:07 am Friday, 15 May 2026
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RBI has cancelled registration of 150 non-banking financial companies, barring them from carrying out non-banking financial institution business. Around 67 of the NBFCs were registered in Delhi, while 75 companies were registered in West Bengal. RBI also cancelled the registrations of seven additional NBFCs after they surrendered their licenses. It restored the registration of a Jaipur-based NBFC.
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Crew member dies due to electrocution on Rajinikanth's Jailer 2 set
A 28-year-old worker died on the sets of 'Jailer 2', starring Rajinikanth, in Chennai. According to a report, the crew member, identified as Karthikeyan, died due to electrocution while working on art direction and erecting a house-like set for the film’s shoot. Kanathur Police is investigating the exact cause of the accident.
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09:05 am Friday, 15 May 2026
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A 28-year-old worker died on the sets of 'Jailer 2', starring Rajinikanth, in Chennai. According to a report, the crew member, identified as Karthikeyan, died due to electrocution while working on art direction and erecting a house-like set for the film’s shoot. Kanathur Police is investigating the exact cause of the accident.
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Chinese President Xi calls US a 'declining nation' during Trump's visit, US President responds
During his visit to China, US President Donald Trump said Chinese President Xi Jinping called US "a declining nation". "He (Xi) was referring to the tremendous damage we suffered during the four years of Sleepy Joe Biden and the Biden Administration...he was 100% correct. President Xi was not referring to the...16 spectacular months of the Trump Administration," Trump said.
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During his visit to China, US President Donald Trump said Chinese President Xi Jinping called US "a declining nation". "He (Xi) was referring to the tremendous damage we suffered during the four years of Sleepy Joe Biden and the Biden Administration...he was 100% correct. President Xi was not referring to the...16 spectacular months of the Trump Administration," Trump said.
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Adani hires Trump's lawyer, he makes $10-bn offer to get US' bribery charges dropped: Report
US SEC may drop bribery charges against Gautam Adani after he hired lawyer Robert Giuffra Jr, NYT reported. Giuffra, one of Donald Trump's personal lawyers, presented 100+ slides to argue that prosecutors lacked basic evidence in the ₹2,400-crore case. Giuffra also made a $10-billion investment offer from Adani, which prosecutors refused to consider when deciding whether to drop the charges.
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US SEC may drop bribery charges against Gautam Adani after he hired lawyer Robert Giuffra Jr, NYT reported. Giuffra, one of Donald Trump's personal lawyers, presented 100+ slides to argue that prosecutors lacked basic evidence in the ₹2,400-crore case. Giuffra also made a $10-billion investment offer from Adani, which prosecutors refused to consider when deciding whether to drop the charges.
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How have CSK performed against LSG in IPL?
Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) will face Chennai Super Kings (CSK) in their IPL 2026 match at Lucknow's Ekana Cricket Stadium on Friday. The two teams have faced each other seven times in the IPL, with LSG and CSK winning three matches each, while one game ended in a no-result. CSK defeated LSG by five wickets on May 10, 2026.
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Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) will face Chennai Super Kings (CSK) in their IPL 2026 match at Lucknow's Ekana Cricket Stadium on Friday. The two teams have faced each other seven times in the IPL, with LSG and CSK winning three matches each, while one game ended in a no-result. CSK defeated LSG by five wickets on May 10, 2026.
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Bus linked to Delhi gangrape had tinted windows, no location tracker
The bus inside which two men allegedly gangraped a woman for two hours in Delhi had tinted windows, heavy curtains and no location tracker in violation of rules and guidelines, police said. The police stated that both accused, Umesh Kumar and Ramendra Kumar, had valid permits obtained by the company for operating interstate buses. The accused have been arrested.
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The bus inside which two men allegedly gangraped a woman for two hours in Delhi had tinted windows, heavy curtains and no location tracker in violation of rules and guidelines, police said. The police stated that both accused, Umesh Kumar and Ramendra Kumar, had valid permits obtained by the company for operating interstate buses. The accused have been arrested.
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Ex-US agent accused of spying for Iran, FBI offers $200,000 reward
The FBI has announced a $200,000 (around ₹1.9 crore) reward for information leading to the arrest of Monica Witt, a former US Air Force counterintelligence specialist accused of defecting to Iran and sharing classified American intelligence. Witt allegedly defected in 2013. The FBI said her capture could prove crucial at a “critical moment in Iran’s history”.
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The FBI has announced a $200,000 (around ₹1.9 crore) reward for information leading to the arrest of Monica Witt, a former US Air Force counterintelligence specialist accused of defecting to Iran and sharing classified American intelligence. Witt allegedly defected in 2013. The FBI said her capture could prove crucial at a “critical moment in Iran’s history”.
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NEET UG 2026 re-exam to be held on June 21 after cancellation over paper leak
The National Testing Agency (NTA) has announced that it has decided to conduct the re-examination of NEET UG 2026 on June 21, 2026 (Sunday) with the approval of the Government of India. "Candidates and parents are requested to trust only the official channels of NTA," it added. The exam conducted on May 3 was cancelled after paper leak allegations.
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The National Testing Agency (NTA) has announced that it has decided to conduct the re-examination of NEET UG 2026 on June 21, 2026 (Sunday) with the approval of the Government of India. "Candidates and parents are requested to trust only the official channels of NTA," it added. The exam conducted on May 3 was cancelled after paper leak allegations.
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Musk brings son in Chinese attire to Trump-Jinping reception, reveals he's learning Mandarin
Multiple videos surfaced showing the world's richest man, Elon Musk, arriving with his son, X Æ A-Xii, at a high-level diplomatic reception for Donald Trump and Xi Jinping in Beijing. Musk dressed X in a blue Chinese-style silk vest as they both held hands, the visuals of which went viral in China. Musk later revealed that X is learning Mandarin.
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Multiple videos surfaced showing the world's richest man, Elon Musk, arriving with his son, X Æ A-Xii, at a high-level diplomatic reception for Donald Trump and Xi Jinping in Beijing. Musk dressed X in a blue Chinese-style silk vest as they both held hands, the visuals of which went viral in China. Musk later revealed that X is learning Mandarin.
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25 foreigners held for voting in Tamil Nadu elections
Around 25 foreigners have been arrested or detained so far for allegedly obtaining fraudulent identity documents to cast votes in the Tamil Nadu Assembly Election, police said. The accused were caught by Bureau of Immigration officials after electoral ink was found on their index fingers. While majority of them are Sri Lankan citizens, some also included British and Canadian nationals.
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Around 25 foreigners have been arrested or detained so far for allegedly obtaining fraudulent identity documents to cast votes in the Tamil Nadu Assembly Election, police said. The accused were caught by Bureau of Immigration officials after electoral ink was found on their index fingers. While majority of them are Sri Lankan citizens, some also included British and Canadian nationals.
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Adani, his nephew agree to pay ₹172 crore to settle fraud allegations in US
Billionaire Gautam Adani and his nephew Sagar agreed to pay over ₹172 crore ($18 million) to settle a civil lawsuit in US over allegations that they misled investors, Adani Green Energy said. Both men have consented to "entry of the final judgment without admitting or denying the allegations", it added. The case alleged Gautam and Sagar paid over ₹250-million bribes.
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Billionaire Gautam Adani and his nephew Sagar agreed to pay over ₹172 crore ($18 million) to settle a civil lawsuit in US over allegations that they misled investors, Adani Green Energy said. Both men have consented to "entry of the final judgment without admitting or denying the allegations", it added. The case alleged Gautam and Sagar paid over ₹250-million bribes.
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End of meritocracy: Gopinath on absence of women at Trump-Xi talks
The IMF's ex-Deputy MD Gita Gopinath reacted to the absence of women leaders during the bilateral talks between US President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping. "A painting of the end of meritocracy: A meeting of…two largest economies and not one woman at the table," Gopinath said. Reportedly, only two women were present in Trump's 17-member business executive team.
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The IMF's ex-Deputy MD Gita Gopinath reacted to the absence of women leaders during the bilateral talks between US President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping. "A painting of the end of meritocracy: A meeting of…two largest economies and not one woman at the table," Gopinath said. Reportedly, only two women were present in Trump's 17-member business executive team.
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'He's very tall,' Trump on Chinese President's 'physical features' over casting in Hollywood
US President Donald Trump spoke about Chinese President Xi Jinping's physical features, stating, "He's very tall...especially for this country because they tend to be little bit shorter." "If you went to Hollywood and looked for a leader of China to play a role in a movie...You're not going to find a guy to play the role like him," Trump added.
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US President Donald Trump spoke about Chinese President Xi Jinping's physical features, stating, "He's very tall...especially for this country because they tend to be little bit shorter." "If you went to Hollywood and looked for a leader of China to play a role in a movie...You're not going to find a guy to play the role like him," Trump added.
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No US visas issued yet: Iran as less than a month left for FIFA WC
With less than a month remaining for the FIFA World Cup 2026, Iran football chief Mehdi Taj said, "No visas have been issued yet." "We will have a decisive meeting with FIFA. They must give us guarantees because the visa issue has still not been resolved," he added. Notably, Iran are scheduled to play their group-stage matches in the US.
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With less than a month remaining for the FIFA World Cup 2026, Iran football chief Mehdi Taj said, "No visas have been issued yet." "We will have a decisive meeting with FIFA. They must give us guarantees because the visa issue has still not been resolved," he added. Notably, Iran are scheduled to play their group-stage matches in the US.
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