Travel, 26th May 2019, News & Stories from India

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Pakistan go into the World Cup having suffered 10 successive ODI defeats and were also beaten by Afghanistan in the warm-up match of the World Cup. (Photo: AFP)

'Pakistan can break their six-match losing streak in WC against India': Inzamam

Pakistan have never won against India in a World Cup match.

26 May 2019 4:02 PM

A lawyer and a right-wing activist arrested for allegedly helping in destruction of evidence in the Narendra Dabholkar murder case were sent to CBI custody till June 1 by a Pune court on Sunday. (Photo: Twitter/ ANI)

2 held in Dabholkar murder case sent to CBI custody till Jun 1

The CBI arrested lawyer Sanjeev Punalekar and Vikram Bhave, a member of the Sanatan Sanstha, in Mumbai on Saturday.

26 May 2019 4:02 PM

Having humbled favourites India by six wickets in a warm-up game, New Zealand will enter the World Cup feeling optimistic of finally winning it after four and half decades of trying. (Photo:AFP)

New Zealand aims to shed 'dark horse' tag

Having made the semi-finals six times and the final in their best showing four years ago, NZ now want to know how it feels to be a winner.

26 May 2019 3:50 PM

Reacting to the media report, Swaraj tweeted: 'Thanks for bringing this to my notice. I have asked for a report.' (Photo: File)

Swaraj seeks report over visa denial to German Padma Shri awardee

German national Friederike Irina Bruning, 61, who was awarded the Padma Shri for cow protection this year.

26 May 2019 3:33 PM

The show’s title comes from Warhol’s 1975 memoir in which he touches on key themes from his work, such as celebrity, money and love. (Photo: AP)

Retrospective of Warhol’s art using social media

California show explores Warhol's social, tech foreshadowing.

26 May 2019 3:32 PM

Further details are awaited. (Representational Image)

7.5 magnitude earthquake rattles northern Peru

There were no immediate reports of casualties as a result of the earthquake.

26 May 2019 3:08 PM

The new legislators held talks with party chief and also posed for a photograph, flashing the victory sign with Patnaik, after the meeting held in Bhubaneshwar. (Photo: ANI)

Newly elected BJD MPs meet Naveen Patnaik

BJD put up a tough fight against BJP and managed to retain 12 of 21 Lok Sabha seats in the state.

26 May 2019 2:27 PM

The Islamic State group claimed a role in the attacks. (Photo:AP)

SL PM Wickremesinghe vows to stop ISIS terrorism rising again

He said the security forces and police have been able to apprehend everyone involved in the Easter Sunday attacks that killed 258 people.

26 May 2019 2:16 PM

YSR Congress Party president and Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister-designate Y S Jagan Mohan Reddy met Prime Minister Narendra Modi. (Photo: Twitter/ ANI)

Jagan Mohan Reddy-PM meet focuses on finances, special status in Andhra

YSR Congress Party president Jagan Mohan Reddy also invited the Prime Minister to his swearing-in on May 30 in Vijayawada.

26 May 2019 2:13 PM

The cause of Prem's death was not yet made public. (Photo:AP)

Ex-Thai PM, who staged 13 coups, dies at 98

Prem Tinsulanonda was Thailand's 16th prime minister, serving three terms from 1980 to 1988. He was also a former army chief.

26 May 2019 2:07 PM

The man and the woman were classmates in intermediate and he was in love with her but she had not responded to his proposal. (Photo: Representational)

Hyderabad man sexually harassed girl online for rejecting proposal, arrested

The woman had recently blocked him on WhatsApp for sending 'unscrupulous messages'.

26 May 2019 2:06 PM

The study highlighted a slew of benefits of extra-curricular activities like higher self-esteem, a higher sense of belonging and satisfaction with student life, motivation and better academic performance. (Photo: Representational/Pixabay)

Extra-curricular activities enhances critical thinking

Students engaged in extra-curricular activities develop analytical skills: Study.

26 May 2019 2:05 PM

Niti Aayog vice-chairman Rajiv Kumar. (Photo: PTI)

Niti Aayog for revamp of Indian statistical system

The government has set a disinvestment target of Rs 90,000 crore for 2019-20.

26 May 2019 2:03 PM

‘It is very strange that many of our supporters had voted for our party but their votes have not been registered, there are instances where no votes were cast for our party. How is it possible?’ AMMK leader TTV Dhinakaran said. (Photo: ANI)

Tamil Nadu: Dhinakaran to move EC, alleges non-registration of votes

DMK, alone, was able to sweep the state by winning 23 seats, with a vote share of 32.76 per cent.

26 May 2019 1:59 PM

Lenders have shown reluctance to acquire up to 2,207 unsold flats worth Rs 1,756 crore as proposed by NBCC in its revised offer.

Jaypee Infra insolvency: Creditors' meet on May 30 to discuss NBCC bid

At present, bankers and NBCC are negotiating on the latter's bid to acquire Jaypee Infratech.

26 May 2019 1:56 PM

The BJP has won 25 out of 28 parliamentary seats in Karnataka - a state government by the Congress, JD(S) alliance - while one seat each was bagged the coalition partners and an independent candidate. (Photo: ANI)

After election drubbing, JD(S) asks members to not engage with media

Taking moral responsibility for Congress party's humiliating defeat in LS polls, party's campaign committee chairman H K Patil had resigned.

26 May 2019 1:50 PM

‘Edappadi K Palaniswami must take moral responsibility for the defeat of AIADMK in Lok Sabha elections,’ DMK leader and MP Dayanidhi Maran said. (Photo: ANI)

Palaniswami must tender his resignation: DMK leader Dayanidhi Maran

Raveendranath Kumar was the only All AIADMK leader who managed to win from the Theni seat in Tamil Nadu.

26 May 2019 1:33 PM

After struggling for nearly two decades, a few stunning wins against England recently lifted their spirits. (Photo: AP)

'It's a case of creating our own legacy': Jason Holder on World Cup

Windies have a proud history at the World Cup, winning the first two editions of the tournament and making the final of the third.

26 May 2019 1:20 PM

Cannes overlooks stronger movies, actors as it announces 1st round of awards

Talent matters, of course. But loyalty counts for a lot, especially because Cannes’ rules demand a huge sacrifice.

26 May 2019 1:20 PM

Boult was the joint leading wicket-taker in the 2015 edition with 22 scalps from nine matches. (Photo:AFP)

'We will take some confidence out of win against India': Boult

Boult was the wrecker-in-chief, returning impressive figures of 4/33 to bowl out India for 179 in under 40 overs at the Kennington Oval.

26 May 2019 1:13 PM

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