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- ABC centre in Kochi struggles with ageing electrical infrastructure
The ageing Animal Birth Control (ABC) centre of the Kochi Corporation at Brahmapuram may require substantial electrical rewiring to function at optimum capacity. The Corporation’s engineering department has confirmed the need for rewiring and is expected to prepare an estimate shortly. This has affected the centre’s operations, restricting daily sterilisation surgeries of stray dogs to…Read More “ABC centre in Kochi struggles with ageing electrical infrastructure” »
- Congolese report constant burials as deaths in new Ebola outbreak reach 80
A woman sanitises her hands in front of Kibuli Muslim Hospital in Kampala, Uganda. | Photo Credit: AP At least 80 deaths have been reported in Democratic Republic of Congo’s (Congo) new Ebola disease outbreak in the eastern Ituri province, authorities said, as health workers raced Saturday (May 16, 2026) to intensify screening and contact…Read More “Congolese report constant burials as deaths in new Ebola outbreak reach 80” »
- We still believe we can make it through: Hussey
Chennai Super Kings batting coach Michael Hussey during warm-up before the match. File | Photo Credit: Reuters Chennai Super Kings’ batting coach Michael Hussey expressed confidence that his team has the ability to win the remaining two games and make a run for the playoffs. CSK’s seven-wicket loss to Lucknow Super Giants on Friday (May…Read More “We still believe we can make it through: Hussey” »
- IPL 2026 | Kartik Sharma shows he has it in him to make it big
Kartik rose to the occasion against LSG. | Photo Credit: Sashi Shekhar Kashyap Even as Chennai Super Kings was smarting from its seven-wicket loss to Lucknow Super Giants on Friday, there was a silver lining for the five-time IPL champion. Kartik Sharma, who was picked for a staggering ₹14.20 crore, stood tall in an otherwise…Read More “IPL 2026 | Kartik Sharma shows he has it in him to make it big” »
- Shivanand Neelannavar, promoter of alleged ponzi scheme, held
The Belagavi police arrested Shivanand S. Neelannavar, the promoter of Shivam Associates, a financial firm that had been operating without regulatory approvals, on Friday (May 15). Shivam Associates (ACCUMEN), the firm he founded, faces charges of collecting deposits from the general public by promising 36% returns, without approval from the Reserve Bank of India, Securities…Read More “Shivanand Neelannavar, promoter of alleged ponzi scheme, held” »
- French judge opens inquiry into Khashoggi killing
Saudi journalist Jamal Khashoggi. File | Photo Credit: AP A French judge has been appointed to lead an inquiry over the killing of journalist Jamal Khashoggi, the country’s National Anti-Terrorism prosecutor’s office (PNAT) said on Saturday (May 16, 2026), after a court ruled the case admissible. The probe, covering charges of torture and enforced disappearance,…Read More “French judge opens inquiry into Khashoggi killing” »
- Defunct traffic signals cause chaos at key junctions in Tiruchi
Traffic signals remain non-functional at the Mannarpuram roundabout in Tiruchi. | Photo Credit: R. VENGADESH Non-functional traffic signals at several key intersections in Tiruchi have become a major concern for commuters, causing severe congestion and an increased risk of accidents during peak hours. Road users say traffic movement has become chaotic at major junctions where…Read More “Defunct traffic signals cause chaos at key junctions in Tiruchi” »
- North America’s largest commuter rail system shuts down as workers strike
North America’s largest commuter rail system was shut down on Saturday (May 16, 2026) after unionised workers in the New York City area went on strike. The Long Island Rail Road that serves the city’s eastern suburbs ceased operations early on Saturday (May 16, 2026) morning after five unions representing about half its workforce walked off…Read More “North America’s largest commuter rail system shuts down as workers strike” »
- CJI Surya Kant clarifies ‘parasites’ remarks, says youth are pillars of country
Chief Justice of India Justice Surya Kant. File | Photo Credit: The Hindu The Chief Justice of India (CJI), Surya Kant, on Saturday (May 16, 2026) issued a statement clarifying that his oral remarks made a day earlier regarding “attacks” on institutions were not directed at the youth of the country, but at individuals who…Read More “CJI Surya Kant clarifies ‘parasites’ remarks, says youth are pillars of country” »
- Lewandowski to leave Barcelona at end of the season
FC Barcelona’s Robert Lewandowski celebrates after winning the LaLiga. File | Photo Credit: Reuters Robert Lewandowski will leave Barcelona at the end of the season, the Spanish club said on Saturday (May 16, 2026). The Poland striker, who turns 38 in August, was widely expected to be on the move with his contract expiring. He…Read More “Lewandowski to leave Barcelona at end of the season” »