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Bank holiday for Bakri ID (Id-Uz-Zuha): Are banks open or closed today in your state on May 28, 2026?

Bank holiday today: Banks in several Indian states are closed today, May 28, 2026, in observance of Bakri ID (Id-Uz-Zuha). While branch services are unavailable in affected regions, digital banking remains accessible. The holiday is observed as per the RBI's state-wise calendar, with exceptions in Odisha, Sikkim, Assam, and Arunachal…

The Economic Times

He said he'd fly back for his son's birth. Police say he cancelled wife's visa instead

He allegedly cancelled his wife's visa application and blocked her number.

The Canberra Times

Joint vs mutual Will: What Indian couples should know before planning the succession of their estate

Joint and mutual Wills, while legally recognized in India, present significant complexities and potential for disputes. Experts highlight that these structures, unlike separate Wills, can lead to inflexibility and inheritance complications, especially with changing family dynamics and asset ownership. Choosing the right estate planning structure is crucial to avoid future…

The Economic Times

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Swiggy CEO Sriharsha Majety vows to stay out of Amazon-Ambani spending war

Swiggy is prioritizing profitability over rapid expansion. The company will not match rivals like Flipkart and Reliance Retail's aggressive delivery speed and discount strategies. Swiggy's CEO believes this approach will retain loyal customers. This decision comes amid intense competition in India's fast-growing quick commerce sector. Investors are seeking a clear…

The Economic Times

TVS Motor Company Ranked #1 Globally For Shareholder Value Creation In 'Durable Consumer Goods' By WirtschaftsWoche And Boston Consulting Group

BENGALURU, India, May 28, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- TVS Motor Company, part of TVS VENU, has been ranked #1 globally in the 'Durable Consumer Goods' category in the annual 'Best Stocks in the World', ranking published exclusively by Germany's leading business weekly WirtschaftsWoche, based on the Boston Consulting Group (BCG) Value…

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Mythos alert: Banks, telcos take test to check cybersecurity score

Mythos cyber audit: Companies are testing their public-facing assets using existing AI models such as Opus 4.7 and GPT 5.5 and have also asked their suppliers to identify possible gaps, executives and consultants told ET. The Data Security Council of India (DSCI), an industry think-tank under software industry body Nasscom,…

The Economic Times

Red Balloon launches India's first commercial near-space balloon

On Wednesday, the company's VISTA platform ascended nearly 25 km above Earth from Vijayawada as part of "Mission SANA", carrying payloads from seven national and international partners, including propulsion technology demonstrations, biological experiment systems, onboard computing platforms and navigation validation systems. The company said all payload missions were completed successfully.

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Iran war drives India’s cockroaches out, but can Modi crush them?

When an Indian student at a US university used AI to create the “Cockroach Janta Party (CPJ)”, a parody political party, it sparked a viral sensation, hitting the zeitgeist in a country that has been particularly affected by the Iran war. As India's youth circumvent bans to express their economic…

France 24

Indian-origin MMA fighter Hrishikesh Koloth killed in bear attack in Canada: ‘Wanted to fight in UFC’

A 27-year-old Indian-origin mixed martial arts (MMA) trainee who died in a rare bear attack in northern Saskatchewan, Canada has been identified as Hrishikesh Koloth, a fighter who dreamed of competing in the UFC, according to his family.

The Times of India

Higher Brazil Sucrose Yields Weigh on Sugar Prices

July NY world sugar #11 (SBN26 ) on Wednesday closed down -0.40 (-2.75%), and Aug London ICE white sugar #5 (SWQ26 ) closed down -7.10 (-1.63%). Sugar prices sold off on Wednesday, with NY sugar falling to a 1-month low and London sugar falling to a 3-week low on higher...

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Piyush Goyal urges Canada for dual degrees to drive cooperation in education sector

India's Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal suggests dual-degree programs with Canada. This aims to enhance educational ties. He invited Canadian youth to witness India's progress. India is projected to become a USD 30 trillion economy. The nation is investing significantly in manufacturing and infrastructure. This growth is expected to continue for…

The Economic Times

Rising AI adoption to drive $23 billion into India's data centres by 2030: Report

India’s data centre capacity is set to grow at a 26% CAGR over the next five years, according to a report. It highlighted that AI-led infrastructure demand alongwith rising cloud and digital adoption is expected to nearly triple India’s built data centre capacity from 1.6 GW in 2025 to 5…

The Economic Times

TestMu AI Expands KaneAI With Enhanced Test Authoring and Advanced Recording Capabilities

SAN FRANCISCO and NOIDA, India, May 28, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- TestMu AI (previously LambdaTest), the world's first full-stack Agentic AI Quality Engineering platform, announced a major expansion of KaneAI capabilities with new enhancements focused on intelligent test authoring, advanced UI interactions, resilient execution behavior, and large-scale automation orchestration through HyperExecute.

AAP

Cockroach Janta Party: India's youth turn judge's jab into viral political movement

A satirical political movement has gone viral amongst India's youth with an unusual mascot at the helm: the cockroach. The Cockroach Janta Party was born after India's chief justice referred to unemployed youth as "cockroaches". Though he later said he was misquoted, his comments ricocheted online. As outrage escalated, 30-year-old…

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Govt says India has ample petrol, diesel supply, calls for crackdown on diversion

The govt has confirmed that petrol and diesel supplies are ample for every home and community in the country. Instances of regional shortages are owing to the misallocation of subsidised fuel for industrial activities, not due to an overall lack, it said.

The Economic Times

India’s solar crisis has been failure of planning, coordination and infrastructure: Swaminathan Aiyar

India’s rapid solar expansion is creating an unusual crisis where electricity prices on the Indian Energy Exchange briefly fell to zero in May because solar generation exceeded demand and grid capacity. Rajasthan, which holds 27% of India’s solar capacity, has been forced to curtail up to 80% of solar output…

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Sugar Prices Fall as Brazil Ramps Up Sugar Production

July NY world sugar #11 (SBN26 ) today is down -0.38 (-2.61%), and Aug London ICE white sugar #5 (SWQ26 ) is down -6.70 (-1.53%). Sugar prices are selling off today, with NY sugar falling to a 1-month low and London sugar falling to a 3-week low on higher sugar...

The Economic Times

PepsiCo new packaging to carry 'No Artificial Flavours or Colours' label

PepsiCo is updating its snack packaging in India. Popular brands like Lay's, Kurkure and Doritos will now clearly show 'No Artificial Flavours or Colours'. This change will help consumers make informed choices, the company said. The company is investing significantly in its food business in India.

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Global firms use AI at Indian hubs to bring more ad work in-house

Global companies are using AI in India to create advertisements. This technology helps them produce images and videos faster. Companies like Kimberly-Clark and Target India are bringing more creative work in-house. This shift is changing the advertising industry. AI is speeding up campaign creation and reducing costs for businesses.

The Economic Times

Stealth, skies and sovereignty: India's fighter jet plan takes off

The Defence Ministry has issued tenders for India’s indigenous fifth-generation Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft (AMCA) programme to three private sector-led groups — Tata Advanced Systems, the Larsen & Toubro-Bharat Electronics Limited alliance, and the Bharat Forge-BEML combine — marking a major shift from India’s traditional state-led defence production model.

The Economic Times

ISRO detects possible subsurface ice on moon using Chandrayaan-2 data

Indian scientists have found strong evidence of subsurface ice near the Moon's south pole. Data from Chandrayaan-2's radar instrument revealed ice in craters. This discovery adds to growing evidence of water resources on the Moon. These findings will help shape future lunar missions.

The Economic Times

Bizman from Congo and three others isolated in Ahmedabad hospitals, samples sent for Ebola testing

A businessman from Congo and three contacts are in isolation wards in Ahmedabad. Samples are being tested for Ebola virus. The businessman arrived from Congo and developed a fever. He is stable and under observation. Other contacts are also being monitored as a precaution. Gujarat is screening passengers from affected…

The Times of India

Who is Pia Dandiya? Indian-American educator who taught in Delhi slums now running for Congress in Florida

Indian-American educator and policy professional Pia Dandiya has shifted her US Congressional campaign to Florida’s newly redrawn 22nd District, moving from her earlier bid in the 21st District as she enters a closely watched open race in the state, according to the American Bazaar.

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Norwegian Man Who Speaks English With Indian Accent Has Become The Internet’s Favorite Mystery

A man from Norway has sparked a wave of curiosity online for claiming he was forced to grow up on the streets of India, homeless and without any education.

The Independent UK

Indian superstar Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, 15, falls agonisingly short of fastest ever IPL hundred

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi , 15, came desperately close to hitting the fastest ever IPL hundred on Wednesday. The teenage sensation opened the batting for Rajasthan Royals in their IPL eliminator match against Sunrisers Hyderabad, with Sunrisers electing to field first after winning the toss. Sooryavanshi proceeded to hit five fours and…

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