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Cabinet approves Rs 37,500 crore incentive scheme to promote coal gasification, raises paddy MSP by Rs 72

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Cabinet approves Rs 37,500 crore incentive scheme to promote coal gasification, raises paddy MSP by Rs 72

New Delhi: In a push to cleaner energy, the Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs (CCEA), chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has approved a Rs 37,500 crore coal gasification scheme. The move will also strengthen India’s energy security and reduce dependence on forex-guzzling imports amid the volatile geopolitical situation due to the ongoing conflict between the United States and Iran. Sharing the details, Union Information & Broadcasting Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw said that the country has 401 million tonnes of known coal reserves, which is enough for the next 200 years. "An outlay of Rs 37,500 crore has been kept for this…

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TMC eyes digital push after poll defeat

In the aftermath of its Assembly election defeat, the Trinamool Congress (TMC) is set to recalibrate its strategy, placing social media at the forefront of its political comeback. Party supremo Mamata Banerjee convened an emergency meeting with members of the party’s IT and social media cells at her Kalighat residence on Tuesday evening. The meeting was also attended by the party’s All-India General Secretary Abhishek Banerjee. According to party sources, the meeting focused on boosting the morale of digital campaign workers and outlining a roadmap for future political engagement. Following the discussions, the TMC issued an official statement confirming…

KKR vs RCB Pitch Report: How will the surface at SVNS Stadium in Raipur play?

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May

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KKR vs RCB Pitch Report: How will the surface at SVNS Stadium in Raipur play?

Raipur: IPL 2025 champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru will host IPL 2024 champions Kolkata Knight Riders on May 13 in Raipur. As things stand, the hosts are currently second on the points table and a win over KKR will certainly confirm their place in the playoffs. However, they will have to shake off the inconsistency that they have built up in the past couple of weeks and carry on with the momentum they gained after a thrilling win over Mumbai Indians. For KKR, it’s a different story altogether. The Ajinkya Rahane-led side didn’t win a single one of their first six…

Yellow metal surges after government increases import duty, check city-wise gold rates per 10 grams

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May

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Yellow metal surges after government increases import duty, check city-wise gold rates per 10 grams

New Delhi: Gold prices surged significantly after the government increased the import duty on gold from 6 per cent to 15 per cent on Wednesday, May 13, 2026. According to the government, the move will curb non-essential imports amid the West Asia crisis, which has put pressure on forex reserves. The new import duty is effective from today. Not just gold and silver, the duty on platinum has been raised from 6.4 per cent to 15.4 per cent. Consequential changes have also been made to other items such as gold/silver dore, coins, findings, etc. The import duty on gold and…

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi needs to be groomed for longer formats of the game: AB de Villiers

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May

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Vaibhav Sooryavanshi needs to be groomed for longer formats of the game: AB de Villiers

New Delhi: Former South Africa captain AB de Villiers has urged caution around the growing excitement surrounding teenage batting sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi. He believes that the youngster is yet to face the biggest examination of his career, that is, proving his mettle in the longer formats of the game. Meanwhile, Sooryavanshi’s rise over the past year has transformed him into one of the most talked-about names in Indian cricket. The 15-year-old has built a remarkable reputation through dominant performances across youth tournaments in England, South Africa and Australia, while his unbeaten 175 in the Under-19 World Cup final helped India…

Sarvodaya Co-operative Bank’s licence cancelled by Reserve Bank of India, here’s why

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May

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Sarvodaya Co-operative Bank’s licence cancelled by Reserve Bank of India, here’s why

Mumbai: The Reserve Bank of India has cancelled the licence of one more Co-operative Bank. According to a statement, the central bank has this time cancelled the licence of Sarvodaya Co-operative Bank due to a lack of adequate capital and earning prospects. As a result, the bank will cease to carry on banking business with effect from the close of business on May 12, 2026. The RBI has asked the Commissioner for Cooperation and Registrar of Cooperative Societies, Maharashtra, to issue an order for the winding up of the bank and to appoint a liquidator. What does it mean? This…

BCCI selectors keep close eye on future prospects as squad for Afghanistan Test will be picked soon: Report

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May

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BCCI selectors keep close eye on future prospects as squad for Afghanistan Test will be picked soon: Report

New Delhi: With the IPL 2026 season entering its closing phase, the Board of Control for Cricket in India has shifted focus toward India’s upcoming international commitments, starting with a one-off Test against Afghanistan next month. The selection committee led by Ajit Agarkar is expected to meet BCCI officials within the next week to finalise plans for the Test squad and discuss workload management for the busy international calendar ahead. The Shubman Gill-led side is scheduled to play nine Tests over the next nine months and hence, the workload is likely to play a part, especially after the T20 World…

Noida Airport Fees: UDF capped at Rs 490 for domestic flyers, here’s how much you will have to pay for parking

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May

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Noida Airport Fees: UDF capped at Rs 490 for domestic flyers, here’s how much you will have to pay for parking

Noida: Airports tariff regulator Airports Economic Regulatory Authority (AERA) has fixed the user development fee (UDF) for passengers flying from the Noida International Airport. According to the information available, the UDF has been fixed at Rs 490 for departing domestic passengers and Rs 980 for departing international passengers. For arriving domestic passengers, the authority fixed the fee at Rs 210, while for arriving international passengers, this has been capped at Rs 420, the AERA said in a release. The User Development Fee (UDF) is fixed for the 2026-27 period. After several delays, the Noida International Airport (NIA) was inaugurated on…

Bradley Cooper, Ayo Edebir lend voice to animated film ‘Ally’

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May

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Entertainment

Bradley Cooper, Ayo Edebir lend voice to animated film ‘Ally’

Hollywood stars Bradley Cooper and Ayo Edebiri have been roped in to lend their voices to Academy Award-winning filmmaker Bong Joon-ho's first animated film "Ally". Actors Dave Bautista, Finn Wolfhard, Alex Jayne Go, Rachel House and filmmaker Werner Herzog are also part of the cast. Directed by Bong and co-written with Jason Yu, "Ally" centres on a curious and endearing piglet squid living in the uncharted depths of the South Pacific Ocean who dreams of one day seeing the sun and starring in a wildlife documentary. When a mysterious aircraft sinks into the ocean, she is thrust…

Idea share price: Vodafone Idea stock surges 7% after board meet for fundraising announced, check details

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May

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Idea share price: Vodafone Idea stock surges 7% after board meet for fundraising announced, check details

Mumbai: Shares of Vodafone Idea surged nearly 7 per cent on Wednesday, May 13, 2026, after the company informed exchanges that its board would meet later this week to consider a fundraising proposal. The counter opened at Rs 12.14, a gain of Rs 0.245 against the previous close of Rs 11.89 on the BSE. It further advanced to touch a high of Rs 12.69, representing a gain of Rs 0.8 or 6.7 per cent. This is also just 2.81 per cent away from its 52-week high of Rs 12.8. The 52-week low of the counter is Rs 6.12. Last seen,…