What are the key takeaways from PM Modi's Netherland's visit?
During his visit to the Netherlands, PM Narendra Modi held talks with Dutch PM Dick Schoof on boosting cooperation in trade, semiconductors and clean energy. He also interacted with Dutch business leaders and pitched India as a major investment destination, highlighting the country's ease of doing business. Netherlands also returned the historic 11th-century Chola copper plates to PM Modi.
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During his visit to the Netherlands, PM Narendra Modi held talks with Dutch PM Dick Schoof on boosting cooperation in trade, semiconductors and clean energy. He also interacted with Dutch business leaders and pitched India as a major investment destination, highlighting the country's ease of doing business. Netherlands also returned the historic 11th-century Chola copper plates to PM Modi.
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Why has India imposed restrictions on silver imports?
The government has imposed restrictions on the import of silver bars with 99.9% or higher purity. The primary trigger for intervention is the unprecedented explosion in domestic silver consumption. Another reason is that by tightening licensing rules for silver bars, the government aims to curb dollar outflows and preserve forex reserves for essential imports like crude oil and cooking gas.
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09:16 am Sunday, 17 May 2026
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The government has imposed restrictions on the import of silver bars with 99.9% or higher purity. The primary trigger for intervention is the unprecedented explosion in domestic silver consumption. Another reason is that by tightening licensing rules for silver bars, the government aims to curb dollar outflows and preserve forex reserves for essential imports like crude oil and cooking gas.
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LPG tanker 'Symi' reaches India after crossing Strait of Hormuz
Amid the Middle East crisis due to US-Iran war, Marshall Islands-flagged tanker 'Symi' carrying approximately 20,000 tonnes of LPG has arrived at the Kandla Port in Gujarat. Symi successfully crossed the Strait of Hormuz on May 13. Another India-bound LPG tanker, NV Sunshine, also crossed the strait and is expected to arrive soon.
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09:59 am Sunday, 17 May 2026
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Amid the Middle East crisis due to US-Iran war, Marshall Islands-flagged tanker 'Symi' carrying approximately 20,000 tonnes of LPG has arrived at the Kandla Port in Gujarat. Symi successfully crossed the Strait of Hormuz on May 13. Another India-bound LPG tanker, NV Sunshine, also crossed the strait and is expected to arrive soon.
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West Bengal govt orders re-verification of all caste certificates issued since 2011
West Bengal has ordered re-verification of around 1.69 crore caste certificates issued since 2011, when TMC came to power. It said the authenticity of some certificates has been challenged by “different quarters”. The government added that caste certificates issued to persons whose names were deleted from electoral rolls during SIR “shall be examined and may be cancelled” after due process.
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09:55 am Sunday, 17 May 2026
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West Bengal has ordered re-verification of around 1.69 crore caste certificates issued since 2011, when TMC came to power. It said the authenticity of some certificates has been challenged by “different quarters”. The government added that caste certificates issued to persons whose names were deleted from electoral rolls during SIR “shall be examined and may be cancelled” after due process.
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They are not terrorists: SC on factory workers who protested in Noida
The Supreme Court said factory workers who protested in Noida in mid-April "aren't terrorists; they are merely demanding basic rights like minimum wages", adding that subscribing to a "leftist ideology" doesn't make someone a criminal. It directed UP government to produce two arrested workers, Aditya Anand and Rupesh Roy, before it on May 18. Their families have alleged custodial torture.
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09:54 am Sunday, 17 May 2026
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The Supreme Court said factory workers who protested in Noida in mid-April "aren't terrorists; they are merely demanding basic rights like minimum wages", adding that subscribing to a "leftist ideology" doesn't make someone a criminal. It directed UP government to produce two arrested workers, Aditya Anand and Rupesh Roy, before it on May 18. Their families have alleged custodial torture.
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CNG rates hiked again in Delhi-NCR 2 days after ₹2 per kg hike
Amid the Middle East crisis due to the US-Iran war, Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) rates were increased by ₹1 per kg on Sunday. In Delhi, CNG will now cost ₹80.09 per kg while in Noida and Ghaziabad, CNG will cost ₹88.70 per kg. This comes two days after ₹2 per kg hike was announced.
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09:53 am Sunday, 17 May 2026
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Amid the Middle East crisis due to the US-Iran war, Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) rates were increased by ₹1 per kg on Sunday. In Delhi, CNG will now cost ₹80.09 per kg while in Noida and Ghaziabad, CNG will cost ₹88.70 per kg. This comes two days after ₹2 per kg hike was announced.
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Female dancers quit Diljit Dosanjh's show over alleged body shaming, say 'We didn't feel safe'
A group of female dancers have shared a video claiming that they quit one of Diljit Dosanjh's shows. In the video, the performers shared their experiences, raising concerns about body shaming, pay, working conditions and what they described as a lack of respect. "As an artist, I prefer a safe space...We didn't feel that here," one dancer said.
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09:49 am Sunday, 17 May 2026
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A group of female dancers have shared a video claiming that they quit one of Diljit Dosanjh's shows. In the video, the performers shared their experiences, raising concerns about body shaming, pay, working conditions and what they described as a lack of respect. "As an artist, I prefer a safe space...We didn't feel that here," one dancer said.
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Global health emergency declared over Ebola outbreak in Africa
The WHO on Sunday declared an Ebola outbreak in Democratic Republic of Congo and Uganda a "public health emergency of international concern". The outbreak poses a public health risk to other countries, with some cases of an international spread already documented, the agency said. At least 80 deaths have been reported in Congo's Ituri province.
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09:46 am Sunday, 17 May 2026
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The WHO on Sunday declared an Ebola outbreak in Democratic Republic of Congo and Uganda a "public health emergency of international concern". The outbreak poses a public health risk to other countries, with some cases of an international spread already documented, the agency said. At least 80 deaths have been reported in Congo's Ituri province.
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US allows sanctions waiver on Russian oil to lapse despite supply issues
The US administration has not renewed the sanctions waiver on sea-borne Russian oil, a move it earlier said would stabilise supply and prices amid the war in West Asia. Countries, including India, bought millions of barrels of Russian oil during the waiver, which was introduced in mid-March and extended in April. The waiver finally lapsed on May 16.
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10:18 am Sunday, 17 May 2026
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The US administration has not renewed the sanctions waiver on sea-borne Russian oil, a move it earlier said would stabilise supply and prices amid the war in West Asia. Countries, including India, bought millions of barrels of Russian oil during the waiver, which was introduced in mid-March and extended in April. The waiver finally lapsed on May 16.
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Trump's team dumps all Chinese gifts before leaving Beijing; report explains the reason
After US President Donald Trump met with Xi Jinping in Beijing, US delegation reportedly discarded all items gifted by China, including souvenirs, before departing. As per a report, the move was part of US security procedures to prevent espionage, surveillance or tracking attempts by China. Trump’s delegation left their personal phones in US and used burner phones during the visit.
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10:15 am Sunday, 17 May 2026
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After US President Donald Trump met with Xi Jinping in Beijing, US delegation reportedly discarded all items gifted by China, including souvenirs, before departing. As per a report, the move was part of US security procedures to prevent espionage, surveillance or tracking attempts by China. Trump’s delegation left their personal phones in US and used burner phones during the visit.
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Demolition drive carried out near Howrah railway station amid heavy security
An extensive demolition drive to remove illegal encroachments near the Howrah railway station was carried out in West Bengal on Saturday. Illegal shops, stalls, and temporary structures crowding the areas near the Howrah bus stand and the Ganga ghat were cleared as part of the drive. Heavy security forces were deployed to maintain law and order during the operation.
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10:37 am Sunday, 17 May 2026
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An extensive demolition drive to remove illegal encroachments near the Howrah railway station was carried out in West Bengal on Saturday. Illegal shops, stalls, and temporary structures crowding the areas near the Howrah bus stand and the Ganga ghat were cleared as part of the drive. Heavy security forces were deployed to maintain law and order during the operation.
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What is the head-to-head record of PBKS and RCB in IPL?
PBKS will face RCB in their IPL 2026 match in Dharamshala on Sunday. The two teams have faced each other 37 times in the IPL, with PBKS winning 18 matches and RCB emerging victorious in 19. Virat Kohli has scored the most runs (1,159) in matches played between the two teams, while Yuzvendra Chahal has picked the most wickets (25).
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10:34 am Sunday, 17 May 2026
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PBKS will face RCB in their IPL 2026 match in Dharamshala on Sunday. The two teams have faced each other 37 times in the IPL, with PBKS winning 18 matches and RCB emerging victorious in 19. Virat Kohli has scored the most runs (1,159) in matches played between the two teams, while Yuzvendra Chahal has picked the most wickets (25).
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What do RCB need to do to qualify for IPL 2026 playoffs?
RCB, currently atop the IPL 2026 points table, will face PBKS in Dharamshala on Sunday. RCB need just one win from their two remaining matches to confirm their playoff berth, as it is now impossible for four other teams to reach 18 points. A win in both games will seal a top-two finish for the defending champions.
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10:34 am Sunday, 17 May 2026
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RCB, currently atop the IPL 2026 points table, will face PBKS in Dharamshala on Sunday. RCB need just one win from their two remaining matches to confirm their playoff berth, as it is now impossible for four other teams to reach 18 points. A win in both games will seal a top-two finish for the defending champions.
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Iranian anchor fires at UAE flag while teaching people how to use AK-47 rifle on live TV
An Iranian state television presenter fired a shot at the flag of the UAE during a live firearms training broadcast. During the segment, an IRGC commander encouraged viewers to attend booths set up at pro-government rallies to receive weapons training. Recently, Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi warned that Tehran remains prepared for renewed military conflict if diplomacy fails.
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10:56 am Sunday, 17 May 2026
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An Iranian state television presenter fired a shot at the flag of the UAE during a live firearms training broadcast. During the segment, an IRGC commander encouraged viewers to attend booths set up at pro-government rallies to receive weapons training. Recently, Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi warned that Tehran remains prepared for renewed military conflict if diplomacy fails.
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Huge mushroom cloud seen after explosion in Israel during missile engine test
A massive mushroom cloud lit up the sky in Israel's Beit Shemesh after an explosion. After the videos of the explosion went viral on social media with fears over Iranian attack, Israel's state-owned Tomer defense company clarified that the explosion was part of a pre-planned and controlled rocket engine test.
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10:45 am Sunday, 17 May 2026
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A massive mushroom cloud lit up the sky in Israel's Beit Shemesh after an explosion. After the videos of the explosion went viral on social media with fears over Iranian attack, Israel's state-owned Tomer defense company clarified that the explosion was part of a pre-planned and controlled rocket engine test.
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Hawan & puja performed at MP's Bhojshala complex after HC declares it temple
A hawan and other rituals were performed at the Bhojshala complex in Madhya Pradesh's Dhar on Sunday, after the High Court declared the disputed site a Hindu temple. "We're continuously disseminating awareness about the High Court's verdict," SP Sachin Sharma, who attended the rituals, said. "We'll take the strictest action against anyone contemplating a violation of the rules," he added.
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11:20 am Sunday, 17 May 2026
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A hawan and other rituals were performed at the Bhojshala complex in Madhya Pradesh's Dhar on Sunday, after the High Court declared the disputed site a Hindu temple. "We're continuously disseminating awareness about the High Court's verdict," SP Sachin Sharma, who attended the rituals, said. "We'll take the strictest action against anyone contemplating a violation of the rules," he added.
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Thieves steal 72 taps from Congress office in Chhattisgarh, leave 'love you' note
A fresh theft took place at the Congress district office in Chhattisgarh's Ambikapur. Thieves allegedly stole around 72 taps, reportedly worth ₹80,000 to ₹1 lakh, from the office bathroom and left behind a "love you" note on the floor before fleeing. The incident, which occurred in the city’s VIP zone, was reportedly the third time the Congress office was targeted.
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11:19 am Sunday, 17 May 2026
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A fresh theft took place at the Congress district office in Chhattisgarh's Ambikapur. Thieves allegedly stole around 72 taps, reportedly worth ₹80,000 to ₹1 lakh, from the office bathroom and left behind a "love you" note on the floor before fleeing. The incident, which occurred in the city’s VIP zone, was reportedly the third time the Congress office was targeted.
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Ankur Warikoo shuts down '₹100 cr' edtech business
Entrepreneur and content creator Ankur Warikoo has announced the shutdown of his ₹100 crore online courses business despite generating ₹25 crore in profits and enrolling over 5 lakh students. The move has sparked massive debate online, with many linking the decision to the growing disruption caused by AI in the online education industry.
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10:52 am Sunday, 17 May 2026
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Entrepreneur and content creator Ankur Warikoo has announced the shutdown of his ₹100 crore online courses business despite generating ₹25 crore in profits and enrolling over 5 lakh students. The move has sparked massive debate online, with many linking the decision to the growing disruption caused by AI in the online education industry.
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Indian Army Chief praises Gen-Z, tells why they are '10 times better than our generation'
Speaking at the 'Sena Samvad' event, Indian Army Chief General Upendra Dwivedi said, "Let me firstly concede and accept that the Generation-Z is at least 10 times better than our generation." "They're much more adaptable. They're socially aware, globally connected, and digitally fluent," he added while stating that the Army started an internship programme and received 1 lakh applications.
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11:30 am Sunday, 17 May 2026
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Speaking at the 'Sena Samvad' event, Indian Army Chief General Upendra Dwivedi said, "Let me firstly concede and accept that the Generation-Z is at least 10 times better than our generation." "They're much more adaptable. They're socially aware, globally connected, and digitally fluent," he added while stating that the Army started an internship programme and received 1 lakh applications.
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BJP-led WB govt begins replacing Mamata's 'Biswa Bangla' logo with Ashoka Emblem
The BJP-led West Bengal government has begun replacing the “Biswa Bangla” logo, introduced during former CM Mamata Banerjee’s tenure, with the Ashoka Emblem on official platforms and public infrastructure across the state. The logo has already been replaced at the Salt Lake Stadium and on the “Egiye Bangla” portal, which hosts links to multiple government departments and services.
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11:52 am Sunday, 17 May 2026
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The BJP-led West Bengal government has begun replacing the “Biswa Bangla” logo, introduced during former CM Mamata Banerjee’s tenure, with the Ashoka Emblem on official platforms and public infrastructure across the state. The logo has already been replaced at the Salt Lake Stadium and on the “Egiye Bangla” portal, which hosts links to multiple government departments and services.
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