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France bans Israeli minister Ben Gvir over humiliating flotilla video

New Delhi, May 23 -- France announced a formal entry ban on Saturday against Israeli National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir after he mocked restrained activists captured by Israeli troops on a Gaz... Read More


Oil and gas prices to remain high in Europe at least until the end of 2027, officials say

New Delhi, May 23 -- European Union officials said Friday that Europeans can expect oil and gas prices to remain above what they were before the Iran war for at least until the end of 2027, with price... Read More


Iran rejects Trump's claim on Strait of Hormuz, says Tehran will retain control

Tehran, May 23 -- Iran on Sunday rejected US President Donald Trump's claim that the Strait of Hormuz would return to its previous status under a proposed agreement, with Iran's semi-official Fars New... Read More


Marco Rubio to meet PM Modi after Kolkata visit: What's on the cards - trade deal, energy imports, Quad Summit

New Delhi, May 23 -- US Secretary of State Marco Rubio is set to begin his four-day, four city visit of India as he landed in Kolkata, West Bengal on Saturday, 23 May. Rubio's visit comes at a time wh... Read More


PM Modi Sends Rare Condolences to China's President Xi Jinping After Deadly Mine Blast; 'Saddened by the Loss of Life'

India, May 23 -- Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday reached out to his Chinese counterpart following a catastrophic gas explosion in Shanxi Province that claimed at least 90 lives, marking a mom... Read More


Diesel Prices Today [23 May, 2026] Update: Diesel Price Hits Rs.92.49 After Rs.5 Hike as Transport Costs Rise Amid Strait of Hormuz Crisis | Check City-Wise Rate

India, May 23 -- Diesel prices across India have climbed sharply again, reflecting the growing pressure of international crude oil volatility and geopolitical instability in West Asia. The latest hike... Read More


Petrol, Diesel Prices Hiked Again Across Major Cities; Fuel Rates Rise Nearly Rs 5 in 10 Days

Goa, May 23 -- Petrol and diesel prices were increased once again on Saturday, marking the third hike in less than 10 days as state-owned oil companies continued to pass on rising global energy costs ... Read More


Petrol Prices Today [23 May, 2026] Update: Petrol Price Surge Rs.100 After Rs.5 Hike as Transport Economy Under Pressure Amid Middle East Crisis | Check City-Wise Rate

India, May 23 -- Petrol Prices Today, 23 May 2026: India's fuel prices have climbed sharply again, with petrol and diesel rates witnessing their third increase within just 10 days. The latest revisio... Read More


Anonymous artist PenPencilDraw's sharp visual critiques repeatedly hold the political establishment accountable

New Delhi, May 23 -- Anonymous political satirist PenPencilDraw's photo gallery is overflowing with images of Bagha, a regal mixed breed many would swear has a Husky or an Alsatian ancestor and Goopy,... Read More


PM Shehbaz begins four-day China visitPublished on: May 23, 2026 9:30 AM

Pakistan, May 23 -- Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif departed for a four-day official visit to China on Saturday, with the trip expected to strengthen bilateral ties and expand cooperation in several key... Read More