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Rail-led industrial corridors

Source: The Hindu Business Line – Markets · Published: 2026-05-17T16:49:54+00:00

How the railways is changing the economics of freight movement in India vis-a-vis road transport

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Liquid bulk cargo keeps Mangalore port busy

Source: The Hindu Business Line – Markets · Published: 2026-05-17T16:48:03+00:00

New Mangalore Port handles 50 million tonnes of cargo in its golden jubilee year

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Sabari Rail: An answered prayer?

Source: The Hindu Business Line – Markets · Published: 2026-05-17T16:38:30+00:00

Revived rail project promises improved access to pilgrim town and agro-industries in Kerala’s central Travancore region

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Canadian FM: Is the US still a reliable ally?

Source: Al Jazeera - World · Published: 2026-05-17T16:30:00+00:00

Anita Anand discusses Donald Trump, NATO, Israel, China and Canada’s international role.

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Auto exports jump 38% as Indian firms gain ground in emerging markets

Source: The Hindu Business Line – Markets · Published: 2026-05-17T16:25:22+00:00

April’s sharp 38% jump in vehicle exports suggests Indian automakers are increasingly turning overseas markets into a key growth lever at a time when domestic demand across segments remains patchy

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La bimba dimenticata da Darderi in campo con Sinner

Source: Repubblica Homepage · Published: 2026-05-17T16:22:08+00:00

Iniziativa degli organizzatori del torneo di Roma che l’hanno riportata al Centrale e fatta entrare con il numero uno del mondo

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Before takeoff: South, West Bengaluru see land frenzy over second airport plans

Source: The Hindu Business Line – Markets · Published: 2026-05-17T16:21:44+00:00

Among the emerging corridors, the Kanakapura Road–Harohalli belt has witnessed the sharpest movement so far, aided by stronger residential infrastructure, metro connectivity and proximity to established catchments

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Police arrest 43 during unite the kingdom rally and pro-Palestine march in London

Source: The Guardian - World · Published: 2026-05-17T16:21:35+00:00

Officers were allegedly racially abused at Tommy Robinson march, which failed to draw huge numbers it was hoping forTommy Robinson’s unite the kingdom rally failed to get the huge numbers it wanted to march through London, with police confident less than half joined his protest on Saturday compared with an event last year.The far-right rally happened on the same day as a pro-Palestinian march, and the Metropolitan police said that 43 arrests had been made during the two events. Continue reading...

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Police arrest 43 during ‘unite the kingdom’ rally and pro-Palestine march in London

Source: The Guardian - World · Published: 2026-05-17T16:21:35+00:00

Officers were allegedly racially abused at Tommy Robinson march, which failed to draw huge numbers it was hoping forTommy Robinson’s “unite the kingdom” rally failed to get the huge numbers it wanted to march through London, with police confident that the crowd at his protest on Saturday was less than half the size of that at an event last year.The far-right rally happened on the same day as a pro-Palestinian march, and the Metropolitan police said that 43 arrests had been made during the two events. Continue reading...

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Police arrest 43 at ‘unite the kingdom’ and pro-Palestine marches in London

Source: The Guardian - World · Published: 2026-05-17T16:21:35+00:00

Officers were allegedly racially abused at Tommy Robinson march, which failed to draw huge numbers it was hoping forTommy Robinson’s “unite the kingdom” rally failed to get the huge numbers it wanted to march through London, with police confident that the crowd at his protest on Saturday was less than half the size of that at an event last year.The far-right rally happened on the same day as a pro-Palestinian march, and the Metropolitan police said 43 arrests were made during the two events. Continue reading...

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Shivraj wants an overhaul of ICAR’s 113 research institutes

Source: The Hindu Business Line – Markets · Published: 2026-05-17T16:12:01+00:00

The move assumed significance as the government is pushing for higher farm productivity, climate-resilient crops and stronger export competitiveness in horticulture and allied sectors

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Iranian civilians get defence training

Source: Al Jazeera - World · Published: 2026-05-17T16:08:46+00:00

Defence training sessions on light weapons were held for Iranian men and women in mosques in several cities.

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La Liga’s Indian sojourn

Source: The Hindu Business Line – Markets · Published: 2026-05-17T16:06:02+00:00

Making football popular in cricket-mad India

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Big Boeing order from Biman Bangladesh Airlines

Source: The Hindu Business Line – Markets · Published: 2026-05-17T16:02:42+00:00

Biman Bangladesh Airlines to buy 14 Boeing planes — its largest-ever aircraft order

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Editorial. Below the line

Source: The Hindu Business Line – Markets · Published: 2026-05-17T15:55:40+00:00
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‘Helping out’ is not enough

Source: The Hindu Business Line – Markets · Published: 2026-05-17T15:53:17+00:00

Amidst the clutter of Mother’s Day campaigns, it was Philips Home Appliances film that managed to make one pause and introspect with its unique semiotic take on helping out.

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India’s first denim brand gets a Gen-Z makeover

Source: The Hindu Business Line – Markets · Published: 2026-05-17T15:52:14+00:00

Arvind Fashions gives 40-year-old Flying Machine a new-age fit in the highly competitive apparel market

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The future of shopping

Source: The Hindu Business Line – Markets · Published: 2026-05-17T15:46:46+00:00

From discovery through to conversion, AI improves relevance, automation and measurable performance

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The beauty category’s big transformation

Source: The Hindu Business Line – Markets · Published: 2026-05-17T15:45:59+00:00

India’s beauty boom is no longer just about products — it is becoming a battle of platforms, trust and AI

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Adam Driver e James Gray a Cannes: “Nell’America di Trump tutto è denaro”

Source: Repubblica Homepage · Published: 2026-05-17T15:26:08+00:00

Il regista americano porta in concorso “Paper tiger” storia di due fratelli che nella Brooklyn degli anni Ottanta vorrebbero mettersi in società ma finiscono nel mirino della mafia russa. Nel cast anche Scarlett Johansson e Miles Teller

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Sons of jailed Saudi scholars urge Cambridge to drop plans to train Riyadh staff

Source: The Guardian - World · Published: 2026-05-17T15:17:43+00:00

Exclusive: Families of men facing death penalty add to opposition to deal being sought with Saudi defence ministryThe families of two scholars facing the death penalty in Saudi Arabia have appealed to the University of Cambridge to drop proposals to run staff training courses for Riyadh’s defence ministry.The Guardian revealed last week that Cambridge’s Judge business school has been authorised to offer “leadership development” and “innovation management” training for the Saudi defence ministry’s staff, despite internal opposition within the university over the kingdom’s record on human rights

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What to know about Panama at the FIFA World Cup 2026

Source: Al Jazeera - World · Published: 2026-05-17T15:10:51+00:00

Panama are World Cup-bound for a second time in eight years, but in 2026, they're not there to just make up the numbers.

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