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Bilateral relations, diplomatic summits, trade agreements between India and USA.

RBI transfers record ₹2.87 trillion dividend to Centre, raises risk buffer

RBI's record ₹2.87 trillion dividend transfer to the government signals a balancing act between public finance support and economic risk preparation. While it eases fiscal pressure, economists warn o

mint - economy — 2026-05-22

After excise duty cut, BJP-ruled states may cut duty on VAT

An empowered group of secretaries on the Iran war discussed the need for VAT cuts to soften the blow from costly crude, and the Centre may shortly urge states to reduce the tax. The Centre has already

mint - economy — 2026-05-22

India weighs rate hike to steady the rupee

The Reserve Bank of India is considering all of its available options to stabilize the rupee, including an interest rate hike, more currency swaps and raising dollars from investors overseas, accordin

mint - economy — 2026-05-21

India factory growth likely slowed in May as manufacturing loses momentum amid Iran war, services stay resilient

Early PMI data shows manufacturing easing to a multi-month low while services continue to support overall private-sector expansion.

mint - economy — 2026-05-21

"I Helped Tinubu Become President But Peter Obi Is A Phenomenon" - Fayemi - Information Nigeria

Former Ekiti State Governor, Kayode Fayemi, has said he helped president Bola Tinubu become president in the 2023 general elections. Fayemi made this known during an interview on State Affairs, a podc

Editor — 2026-05-22

40,000 Southern Californians ordered to evacuate amid threat of chemical explosion

An estimated 40,000 people in Orange County, California, have been ordered to evacuate the area over fears that a tank containing a toxic chemical may explode, officials said Friday

NBC News — 2026-05-22

U.S. prepares for new military strikes against Iran

At the same time, Tehran is reviewing the latest U.S. proposal for a possible agreement to end the nearly three-month war.

CBS News — 2026-05-22

Staten Island fire: At least 16 people injured after explosion in shipyard

At least 16 people suffered injuries following an explosion and fire at a shipyard at 3075 Richmond Terrace on Staten Island.

ABC7 New York — 2026-05-22

Cockroach Janata Party’s majority followers Pakistani? BJYM secretary Tajinder Bagga, others amplify misleading claim

With the Cockroach Janata Party’s Instagram page crossing the BJP’s 9 million followers mark, what began as a satirical campaign now appears to be snowballing into an online movement. BJP...

Alt News — 2026-05-22

Trump's Weekend Schedule Change Sparks Iran War Speculation

Lindsey Graham (R-SC) added fuel to the fire, sparking speculation that Trump’s change of schedule may actually have to do with Cuba

Mediaite — 2026-05-22

CJP founder Abhijeet Dipke says his Instagram account ‘hacked’, backup account also taken down

In another post, Dipke wrote that the backup Instagram account of the CJP has also been taken down. | India News

Hindustan Times — 2026-05-22

2 attorneys shot outside courthouse after civil court case ends

A woman who became "belligerent in court" allegedly shot two attorneys involved in the same lawsuit outside a North Carolina courthouse Friday after the case ended.

ABC News - Breaking News, Latest News and Videos — 2026-05-22

Delhi roads are burning at 65°C. So, why do weather apps show just 42°C?

A ground report from Delhi's Nand Nagri area found that road and vehicle surfaces reach 65°C under direct sunlight even as weather apps show 42°C at the same location.

India Today — 2026-05-22

Green Card Seekers Must Leave U.S. to Apply, Trump Administration Says

The change is likely to affect hundreds of thousands of people. It could also lead to more family separations as spouses or relatives wait for application decisions, immigration lawyers said.

The New York Times — 2026-05-22