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PM Modi tells SPG to cut convoy by half, govt depts to adopt austerity measures
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has significantly reduced his motorcade size, aiming to inspire austerity across the government. The Special Protection Group is implementing this directive, cutting convoy vehicles by half while maintaining security standards. This move, coupled with the PM's call for reduced fuel and gold consumption, signals a broader push for cost-saving measures within ministries and departments.
UAE, Syrian religious authorities hold talks in Damascus to promote moderate fatwas, unity
DAMASCUS: Dr Omar Habtoor Al Darei, Chairman of the General Authority of Islamic Affairs, Endowments and Zakat, met with Shaikh Osama Abdulkarim Al Rifai, Chairman of the Supreme Fatwa Council and Grand Mufti of the Syrian Arab Republic, on the sidelines of the Syrian-UAE Investment Forum being held in Damascus, in the presence of a number of officials from both sides.Get updated faster and for FREE: Download the Gulf News app now - simply .During the meeting, the two sides discussed a number of...
Put up or shut up, Starmer tells his Cabinet rebels... but four ministers quit their jobs
Put up or shut up, Starmer tells his Cabinet rebels... but four ministers quit their jobsBy SOPHIE CHURCH - POLITICAL REPORTER Published: 00:12, 13 May 2026 | Updated: 00:12, 13 May 2026 e-mail View comments
NEET-UG cancelled after 'paper leak', 23 lakh students hit, CBI to probe case
India News: NEW DELHI/MUMBAI: National Testing Agency (NTA) on Tuesday cancelled NEET-UG-2026 - held on May 3 - after its investigators found evidence that severa.
Trump administration to name David Venturella as interim ICE chief
The Trump administration plans to name longtime immigration official David Venturella as the interim head of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, replacing acting director Todd Lyons, a spokesperson and two U.S. officials said.
Macro Outlook “Much More Uncertain”, Says Aus. Treasurer
The macroeconomic outlook is “much more uncertain” with oil prices expected to remain elevated for some time yet and a slowdown in global growth, says Australian Treasurer Jim Chalmers in budget speech. (Source: Bloomberg)
Trump says US will win Iran war 'peacefully or otherwise'
Washington DC: US President Donald Trump stated that the US is going to win the war "peacefully or otherwise", repeating his claim that the Iranian military has been decimated.He made the remarks while speaking to reporters ahead of his departure to China. When asked if he looks for an intervention by Chinese President Xi Jinping with the Iranians, Trump said: "No, I don't think we need any help with Iran. We'll win it one way or the other. We'll win it peacefully or otherwise. Their Navy's gone...
Pentagon prepares 'Operation Sledgehammer' to renew war powers after Donald Trump's Epic Fury plan fails
The rebranding of the US war effort could see the US President skirt his way around a law that requires US Congress to approve further combat operations if they were to resume
Comey says DOJ must be the ‘guardian’ of U.S. principles of justice
Justice DepartmentComey says DOJ must be the ‘guardian’ of U.S. principles of justiceThe former FBI director told NBC News that President Donald Trump’s continued efforts to prosecute him are meant to silence criticism.Listen to this article with a free account00:0000:00Add NBC News to GoogleHallie Jackson interviews former FBI Director James Comey12:20Get more newsLiveonShareAdd NBC News to GoogleMay 12, 2026, 7:04 PM EDTBy Kyla Guilfoil and Hallie JacksonFormer FBI Director James Comey said Tu...
Labour must fulfil promise to introduce clean air act, charities urge
Party held out prospect of act while in opposition but plan did not make it into election manifestoMinisters should bring forward a new clean air act that would ban wood burning, clear diesel vehicles from the roads and force councils to cut pollution, a group of more than 60 charities have urged before the king’s speech on Wednesday.Labour held out the prospect of a clean air act while in opposition in 2023, but this was dropped from the final election manifesto, and the government has made no...
'Happiness gap' means working class are sadder than middle class - even if they 'climb the social ladder'
'Happiness gap' means working class are sadder than middle class – even if they 'climb the social ladder'Get your news delivered straight to you by 7am - sign up to our new Morning Mail newsletter for FREEBy ELEANOR HARDING, EDUCATION EDITOR Published: 00:02, 13 May 2026 | Updated: 00:02, 13 May 2026 e-mail View comments
Albanian people smugglers mock UK's soft borders on TikTok as they advertise £2,000-a-head cross Channel trips by sharing clip of Jacob Rees Mogg highlighting small boat crisis
An account calling itself 'Eagles' - after the bird of prey depicted on Albania's flag - has racked up tens of thousands of views with clips mocking Britain's porous borders.
How Gerrard went from 'best night' to 'head like a box of frogs'
How Gerrard went from 'best night' to 'head like a box of frogs'Image source, Getty ImagesImage caption, Steven Gerrard won the Champions League under Rafael Benitez in 2005, but says criticism by the Spanish manager left him feeling unwantedByCiaran VarleyBBC Sport journalistPublished2 minutes agoWhen Steven Gerrard reflects on the 2005 Champions League final, he calls it the best night of his life., externalBut just two months later, he announced he was leaving Liverpool - before dramatically...
Ads for British beef and milk banned following Chris Packham complaint
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Trump accuses US media of ‘giving Iran false hope’, calls coverage ‘virtual treason’
Former President Donald Trump accused American media of "virtual treason" for reporting that Iran inflicted damage on US forces, claiming such coverage gives Tehran "false hope." He asserted that Iran's military infrastructure has been destroyed, with "every single ship" sunk and its air force gone. Trump's remarks follow reports suggesting Iranian strikes caused significant damage to US military facilities.
Trump heads to China for high-stakes talks on trade, Iran war
Trump heads to China for highstakes talks on trade Iran war
CBS News Radio flashback: LBJ calls for equal voting rights after Selma march in 1965
Major Garrett introduces CBS News Radio coverage of President Lyndon B. Johnson's 1965 speech to Congress, calling for equal voting rights for Black Americans.
How Pete Hegseth is justifying the $1.5 trillion military funding request
Lawmakers on Capitol Hill grilled Pentagon officials on Tuesday over the military's $1.5 trillion funding request for the 2027 fiscal year. CBS News congressional reporter Taurean Small has more.
Even Mahabharat would pale: Supreme Court on Kapur spat
A protracted property dispute between Sunjay Kapur's mother and wife has prompted the Supreme Court to appoint former CJI D Y Chandrachud as mediator. The apex court noted the legal battle's intensity, comparing it to the Mahabharat. A fresh plea alleges circumvention of a previous order, with the court set to hear the matter further.
MP CM Mohan Yadav cuts convoy size after PM Modi's fuel-saving appeal
MP CM Mohan Yadav cuts convoy size after PM Modis fuelsaving appeal