UDF govt announces free bus travel for women in 1st cabinet meet

Kerala's Congress-led United Democratic Front (UDF) government announced free bus travel for women on state-run Kerala State Road Transport Corporation buses in its first cabinet meeting. Scheme will be rolled out from June 15. It also approved a ₹3,000 monthly hike in honorarium of ASHA workers and monthly increase of ₹1,000 each for Anganwadi workers, helpers, and school's cooking staff.
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05:05 pm Monday, 18 May 2026

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Bengaluru-Mumbai Vande Bharat Sleeper launching July-August

Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw announced that Vande Bharat Sleeper service between Bengaluru and Mumbai will launch in July or August. The overnight train will depart evenings from both cities, arriving the next morning. A maintenance depot will be built at Thanisandra for ₹270 crore. Karnataka currently runs 12 pairs of Vande Bharat trains.
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05:04 pm Monday, 18 May 2026

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Bengaluru-Mumbai Vande Bharat Sleeper launching July-August

Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw announced that Vande Bharat Sleeper service between Bengaluru and Mumbai will launch in July or August. The overnight train will depart evenings from both cities, arriving the next morning. A maintenance depot will be built at Thanisandra for ₹270 crore. Karnataka currently runs 12 pairs of Vande Bharat trains.
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Delhi CM takes metro to office to support PM's 'save fuel' appeal

Delhi CM Rekha Gupta travelled by metro from Kashmere Gate to ITO and later took a DTC bus to her office, backing PM Narendra Modi's call for fuel conservation and austerity. She launched the 'Metro Monday' initiative, under which DMRC will run 24 extra trips. She earlier asked Delhi government employees to observe 'no car day' once every week.
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05:25 pm Monday, 18 May 2026

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Salesforce to spend $300 million on Anthropic tokens in 2026: CEO

Salesforce CEO Marc Benioff said that the software firm expects to spend $300 million on Anthropic tokens this year, almost entirely for coding. He added that the spending would ultimately reduce software development costs across the firm. Benioff had announced in 2024 that the company would not hire additional software engineers in 2025 because AI tools were significantly improving productivity.
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05:16 pm Monday, 18 May 2026

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Viral video shows man escape death after barbell pins him in gym

A shocking gym accident caught on camera shows a man narrowly escaping serious injury after a heavy barbell slipped during a bench press and pinned his neck and chest. The man struggled for several seconds before sliding himself free without assistance. The viral video has reignited discussions around gym safety, proper spotting, and dangers of attempting heavy lifts alone.
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05:14 pm Monday, 18 May 2026

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China refused Pakistan's request for sea-based nuclear 2nd-strike weapon: Leaked documents

Leaked documents have revealed that China refused Pakistan's request for sea-based nuclear second-strike weapon. As per the documents, China described Pakistan's request as "unreasonable". A sea-based nuclear second-strike capability is a country's ability to launch a retaliatory nuclear attack even after suffering a devastating first strike.
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05:39 pm Monday, 18 May 2026

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1st pic of India's proposed bullet train released

A picture of India's first proposed bullet train has been displayed at the Ministry of Railways. Indian Railways said the picture has been installed at Gate Number 4 of Rail Bhawan. The train will run on the 508-km Mumbai-Ahmedabad High Speed Rail corridor, with over 57% of the project's physical work completed as of January 2026.
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05:38 pm Monday, 18 May 2026

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What is known about India’s 1st privately built military aircraft C-295?

India’s first-ever privately built military aircraft, the Airbus C-295 transport plane, can transport troops, carry cargo, serve as an air ambulance, conduct disaster relief operations and perform special missions. The aircraft can accommodate 71 troops and up to 50 paratroopers and can take off from unprepared and short runways. The aircraft is a part of a ₹21,935-crore programme.
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05:36 pm Monday, 18 May 2026

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DMK will return to power as Vijay's TVK lacks organisational structure: Stalin

DMK chief MK Stalin said that his party would "definitely return to power" after losing the 2026 Tamil Nadu Assembly elections. He also criticised newly appointed CM Vijay's party, TVK, claiming it came to power through social media influence despite lacking organisational structure. Stalin added that TVK won without meeting voters or appointing booth agents in many places.
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05:53 pm Monday, 18 May 2026

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She's studying for NEET-PG exam, not dating Tilak Varma: Sreeleela's mother

Sreeleela's mother Dr Swarnalatha has refuted reports claiming the actress is dating cricketer Tilak Varma. She said Sreeleela, who completed MBBS from DY Patil College, is currently studying for NEET-PG exam, which is scheduled in June. "She has another five to six years ahead for such personal matters and is balancing both academics and career very well," her mother added.
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05:52 pm Monday, 18 May 2026

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How can CSK still qualify for IPL 2026 playoffs?

CSK can still qualify for the IPL 2026 playoffs if they win both remaining matches and reach 16 points. They must beat GT in their final match and hope RR, PBKS and KKR drop points so none of them reach 14 or more. If CSK win only one match, qualification will depend heavily on NRR and other results.
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06:14 pm Monday, 18 May 2026

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Ranbir Kapoor's 'Ramayana' becomes 1st Indian film to onboard 10,000 crew members

Ranbir Kapoor-starrer 'Ramayana' has become the first Indian film to onboard over 10,000 crew members globally. The workforce includes experts from production design, visual effects, action choreography, costume departments, and several technical divisions involved in the making of the mythological epic. The two-part film, directed by Nitesh Tiwari, is reportedly made at a ₹4,000-crore budget.
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06:13 pm Monday, 18 May 2026

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Iran offering arms training to civilians after Trump's 'clock ticking' warning

Amid fears of another US strike after President Donald Trump warned Iran that "the clock is ticking", Iran is reportedly encouraging civilians to prepare for possible escalation. Reports said large state-backed rallies continue across the capital, with crowds chanting "Death to America". Public gun kiosks have also appeared in some areas, where civilians are reportedly receiving firearms training.
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News By: Girish Kumar Anshul
06:24 pm Monday, 18 May 2026

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Twisha Sharma who was found dead 5 months after her wedding was former Miss Pune

Noida-resident Twisha Sharma, who was found dead at her husband's home in Bhopal on May 12, won the Miss Pune pageant in 2012. Twisha also appeared in a Telugu movie. Twisha got married in December 2025 after meeting her husband, Samarth Singh, through a dating app in 2024. She alleged harassment by her in-laws in texts to her family.
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06:17 pm Monday, 18 May 2026

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PM Modi receives Norway's top honour, a day after getting Sweden's top honour

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday received Norway's top honour, the 'Grand Cross of the Royal Norwegian Order of Merit', just a day after he was conferred Sweden's top honour on May 17. It is conferred on foreign nationals or high-ranking dignitaries for their outstanding service in the interest of mankind. This was Prime Minister Modi's 32nd global honour.
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06:17 pm Monday, 18 May 2026

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Delhi HC denies interim relief to Vinesh, asks WFI to end show-cause proceedings by July 6

Delhi HC on Monday directed WFI to take show-cause notice to Vinesh Phogat to "its logical conclusion" by July 6 and place its decision before it. WFI had ruled her ineligible for Asian Games selection trials, scheduled to be held on May 30. Refusing interim relief, the court said allowing her to compete now could later be rendered a "nullity".
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06:56 pm Monday, 18 May 2026

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Pakistan sends 8,000 soldiers, fighter jets and air defence system to Saudi Arabia

Under a defence pact, Pakistan has deployed 8,000 troops, a squadron of fighter jets and an air defence system to Saudi Arabia, Reuters reported. Officials described the deployment as combat-capable force intended to support Saudi Arabia's military if the kingdom comes under further attack. The squadron of around 16 aircraft includes JF-17 fighters made jointly with China.
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06:50 pm Monday, 18 May 2026

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Vijay appoints comedian Rajmohan as Film Minister, Tamil industry raises questions

Tamil Nadu CM Vijay has allocated Film Technology and Cinematograph portfolio to Minister Rajmohan, who is a comedian. However, this appointment has left Tamil film industry divided with several actors questioning Rajmohan's experience. Actor-producer Vishal said it's "disheartening" to see Rajmohan as Film minister, adding he's inexperienced to handle grievances of a "bleeding" industry.
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06:48 pm Monday, 18 May 2026

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MS Dhoni joins CSK squad on matchday for 1st time in IPL 2026, misses match

MS Dhoni joined CSK squad on matchday for the first time in IPL 2026 on Monday. However, the wicketkeeper-batter has not been included in CSK's playing XI for their last IPL 2026 home match against SRH in Chennai due to fitness issues. Dhoni has not played a single match in IPL 2026 so far due to injury.
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07:12 pm Monday, 18 May 2026

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