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<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/telangana/2026/May/23/telangana-to-roll-out-new-ai-programmes-from-2026-27-academic-year-to-improve-skills-of-school-students</loc>
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<news:title>Telangana to roll out new AI programmes from 2026-27 academic year to improve skills of school students</news:title>
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<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/odisha/2026/May/23/six-killed-four-injured-as-bus-hits-auto-in-odishas-ganjam</loc>
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<image:caption>The impact was so severe that the three-wheeler was completely mangled.</image:caption>
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<news:title>Six killed, four injured as bus hits auto in Odisha's Ganjam</news:title>
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<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/telangana/2026/May/23/telangana-hc-quashes-fir-in-food-adulteration-case</loc>
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<image:caption>Telangana High Court.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-23T05:25:56.733Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Telangana HC quashes FIR in food adulteration case</news:title>
<news:keywords>Telangana, food adulteration, Food Safety Department</news:keywords>
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<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/telangana/2026/May/23/telangana-govt-to-implement-revised-land-registration-rates-from-may-28</loc>
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<image:caption>Deputy Chief Minister Mallu Bhatti Vikramarka speaks during a high-level meeting of the "Resource Mobilization Cabinet Sub-Committee" at Secretariat.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-23T05:24:13.280Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Telangana govt to implement revised land registration rates from May 28</news:title>
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<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/cities/bhubaneswar/2026/May/23/conman-poses-as-nia-officer-walks-into-police-station-over-complaint-arrested</loc>
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<image:caption>Ashish Reddy, the accused, was found driving a vehicle bearing Tamil Nadu registration number with a beacon on top.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-23T05:22:27.913Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Conman poses as NIA officer, walks into police station over complaint, arrested</news:title>
<news:keywords>Bhubaneswar, Odisha Conman, NIA officer</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/telangana/2026/May/23/imd-46c-temperature-will-continue-for-two-more-days-in-telangana</loc>
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<image:caption>A woman, covered in a scarf, walks along a road in Hyderabad on Friday.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-23T05:21:11.204Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>IMD: 46°C temperature will 
continue for two more days in Telangana</news:title>
<news:keywords>Telangana, weather forecast, Heatwave conditions</news:keywords>
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<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/telangana/2026/May/23/telangana-acb-unearths-assets-worth-rs-100-crore-books-deputy-collector-in-disproportionate-assets-case</loc>
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<image:caption>Marri Vamsi Mohan, Special Grade Deputy Collector in the Urban Land Ceiling (ULC) wing in Medchal-Malkajgiri.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-23T05:19:37.913Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Telangana ACB unearths assets worth 
Rs 100 crore, books deputy collector in disproportionate assets case</news:title>
<news:keywords>Telangana, disproportionate asset case, Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB)</news:keywords>
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<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/cities/bengaluru/2026/May/23/times-they-are-a-changin-bluru-musicians-on-bob-dylans-influence-on-the-citys-rock-scene-through-the-ages</loc>
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<image:caption>Bob Dylan</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-23T05:19:01.085Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Times They Are a-Changin': B'luru musicians on Bob Dylan's influence on the city's rock scene through the ages</news:title>
<news:keywords>Bengaluru, Music, Bob Dylan, Rock music, music bands</news:keywords>
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<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/odisha/2026/May/23/man-attacked-by-two-sons-over-property-dispute-on-soro-court-premises-in-odishas-balasore</loc>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-23T05:18:53.697Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Man attacked by two sons over property dispute on Soro court premises in Odisha's Balasore</news:title>
<news:keywords>Odisha, Balasore, Property dispute, physical assault</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/telangana/2026/May/23/tesla-keen-to-set-up-showroom-service-centre-in-hyderabad</loc>
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<image:caption>Representatives of Tesla India met Industries Minister D Sridhar Babu in Hyderabad and discussed about the first storeroom launch in Hyderabad.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-23T05:16:10.778Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Tesla keen to set up showroom, service centre in Hyderabad</news:title>
<news:keywords>Telangana, Tesla, electric vehicle, IT and Industries Minister D Sridhar Babu</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/opinion/2026/May/23/securities-markets-code-dont-leave-adjudication-open-to-discretion</loc>
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<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-22/fjy4dgvw/PTI.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>The SMC should enable Sebi to specify the circumstances and thresholds for dispensing particular sanctions, together with a robust procedural framework</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-23T05:14:21.268Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Securities Markets Code | Don't leave adjudication open to discretion </news:title>
<news:keywords>Opinion</news:keywords>
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<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/odisha/2026/May/23/deputy-cm-singh-deo-pushes-for-organic-farming-as-ammonia-shortage-hits-fertiliser-plants</loc>
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<image:caption>Odisha Deputy Chief Minister KV Singh Deo</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-23T05:14:10.036Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Deputy CM Singh Deo pushes for organic farming as ammonia shortage hits fertiliser plants</news:title>
<news:keywords>Odisha, Organic farming, Deputy CM KV Singh Deo</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/delhi/2026/May/23/transport-union-strike-affects-supply-chains-daily-commute</loc>
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<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-22/inl5sm8n/Transporte.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Over 68 transport associations participated in the “chakka jam” protest at Ghazipur Mandi in New Delhi on Friday.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-23T05:13:59.778Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Transport Union strike affects supply chains, daily commute</news:title>
<news:keywords>Delhi, All India Motor Transport Congress, transport union strike</news:keywords>
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<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/odisha/2026/May/23/odisha-govt-directs-district-collectors-to-ensure-agricultural-grade-urea-is-not-used-in-non-farm-sectors</loc>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-23T05:12:42.292Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Odisha govt directs district collectors to ensure agricultural grade urea is not used in non-farm sectors</news:title>
<news:keywords>Odisha, Odisha government, agricultural grade urea</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/delhi/2026/May/23/delhi-commuters-to-receive-real-time-alerts-on-traffic-snarls</loc>
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<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-22/p8yzd840/Now-real-time-updates.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>A variable message sign in the Khan Market area of New Delhi on Thursday.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-23T05:12:02.176Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Delhi commuters to receive real-time alerts on traffic snarls </news:title>
<news:keywords>Delhi</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/cities/bhubaneswar/2026/May/23/eow-arrests-two-more-accused-in-rs-96-crore-cheque-cloning-case-in-odisha</loc>
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<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2025-06-17/i3iianrp/202506173430561.jpg</image:loc>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-23T05:09:54.158Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>EOW arrests two more accused in Rs 9.6 crore cheque cloning case in Odisha</news:title>
<news:keywords>Bhubaneswar, Economic Offences Wing (EOW), cheque cloning case</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/tamil-nadu/2026/May/23/youtuber-savukku-shankar-walks-out-of-prison-lauds-tvks-win</loc>
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<image:caption>YouTuber Savukku Shankar.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-23T05:06:42.703Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Youtuber Savukku Shankar walks out of prison, lauds TVK's win</news:title>
<news:keywords>Tamil Nadu, YouTuber Savukku Shankar, Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/tamil-nadu/2026/May/23/no-money-for-funeral-chennai-man-abandons-partners-body-on-road</loc>
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<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-23/p32f8jrg/dead-body.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Residents alerted police after noticing a foul smell coming from the sack lying by the roadside.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-23T05:05:05.745Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>No money for funeral, Chennai man abandons partner's body on road</news:title>
<news:keywords>Tamil Nadu, Chennai, funeral expenses</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/odisha/2026/May/23/plus-2-student-awarded-102-out-of-100-in-english-exam</loc>
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<image:caption>Students seeing Plus Two Examination Exam Result</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-23T05:04:59.891Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Plus 2 student awarded 102 out of 100 in English exam</news:title>
<news:keywords>Odisha, Odisha Plus II exams</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/odisha/2026/May/23/prevention-detection-action-against-drug-offender-under-pitndps-act-for-first-time-in-odisha</loc>
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<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-03-05/mgwr4f8p/Drug-racketeers.jpg</image:loc>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-23T05:02:42.837Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Prevention detection action against drug offender under PITNDPS Act for first time in Odisha</news:title>
<news:keywords>Odisha, drug offender, PITNDPS Act</news:keywords>
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<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/tamil-nadu/2026/May/23/madras-hc-rejects-bail-to-nine-held-in-jana-nayagan-film-leak-case</loc>
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<image:caption>Madras High Court.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-23T05:02:38.201Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Madras HC rejects bail to nine held in Jana Nayagan film leak case</news:title>
<news:keywords>Tamil Nadu, Madras High Court​, Jana Nayagan leak case</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/tamil-nadu/2026/May/23/eps-is-our-leader-says-velumani-signals-end-to-aiadmk-turmoil</loc>
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<image:caption>AIADMK leader SP Velumani.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-23T05:00:54.751Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>EPS is our leader, says Velumani, signals end to AIADMK turmoil</news:title>
<news:keywords>Tamil Nadu, SP Velumani, AIADMK rebel faction</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/odisha/2026/May/23/odisha-signs-pact-with-iit-kharagpur-spa-for-heritage-conservation</loc>
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<image:caption>Minister Suryabanshi Suraj unveiling the new logo of Odisha State Archaeology</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-23T05:00:19.183Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Odisha signs pact with IIT-Kharagpur, SPA for heritage conservation</news:title>
<news:keywords>Odisha, Odisha government, IIT-Kharagpur</news:keywords>
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<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/odisha/2026/May/23/orissa-hc-issues-advisory-on-handling-illegal-settlers-grants-bail-to-bangladeshi-national</loc>
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<image:caption>Orissa High Court</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-23T04:59:08.725Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Orissa HC issues advisory on handling illegal settlers, grants bail to Bangladeshi national</news:title>
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<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/tamil-nadu/2026/May/23/ponraj-gets-bail-over-derogatory-remarks-on-women-tvk-supporters</loc>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-23T04:58:46.370Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Ponraj gets bail over derogatory remarks on women TVK supporters</news:title>
<news:keywords>Tamil Nadu, Madras High Court​, Ponraj Vellaichamy</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/india/2026/May/23/cbses-language-policy-can-help-students-learn-more</loc>
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<image:caption>As per CBSE's own data, by June 2024 the board had 29,340 schools in India and 257 schools in 25 foreign countries.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-23T04:58:29.118Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>CBSE's language policy can help students learn more </news:title>
<news:keywords>India, CBSE, CBSE three language policy</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/odisha/2026/May/23/iocl-pipeline-burst-causes-petrol-spill-in-paradip-port</loc>
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<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-23/2p94417k/IOCL-pipeline.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Teams engaged in containment work after the oil spill on Friday</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-23T04:58:00.715Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>IOCL pipeline burst causes petrol spill in Paradip Port</news:title>
<news:keywords>Odisha, Paradip Port, IOCL pipeline</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/odisha/2026/May/23/relief-for-ppl-as-ammonia-shipment-arrives-at-paradip-port</loc>
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<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-23/lj7ccg6a/Relief.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>The vessel carrying 23,799 tonnes of ammonia at Paradip Port</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-23T04:57:03.361Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Relief for PPL as ammonia shipment arrives at Paradip port</news:title>
<news:keywords>Odisha, Paradip Port</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/tamil-nadu/2026/May/23/vande-mataram-recital-tn-mulls-legal-challenge-to-centres-mandate</loc>
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<image:caption>PWD Minister Aadhav Arjuna.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-23T04:56:22.199Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Vande Mataram recital: TN mulls legal challenge to centre's mandate</news:title>
<news:keywords>Tamil Nadu, Vande Mataram, Union Ministry of Home Affairs, Tamizh Thaai Vaazhthu</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/odisha/2026/May/23/bjd-leader-arrested-for-financing-ganja-smuggling-and-cultivation</loc>
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<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-03-08/fkwxy5dn/C_53_1_CH1509_43147210.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Representative image</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-23T04:54:10.291Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>BJD leader arrested for financing ganja smuggling and cultivation </news:title>
<news:keywords>Odisha, Ganja smuggling, BJD leader</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/tamil-nadu/2026/May/23/eight-years-of-impunity-how-institutions-failed-anti-sterlite-victims</loc>
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<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-23/qjyv4nc9/1_1_dsc_6408__1__2205tvl_6.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>DMK cadres pay homage to the victims of the 2018 Anti-Sterlite protest by offering floral tributes during the Sterlite memorial day observance at the party office in Thoothukudi.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-23T04:54:05.066Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Eight years of impunity: How institutions failed anti-Sterlite victims</news:title>
<news:keywords>Tamil Nadu, police firing, anti-Sterlite protest, Vedanta limited</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/odisha/2026/May/23/ap-man-dies-while-saving-two-sons-in-odishas-machkund-river</loc>
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<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2025-06-16/pndepz1l/Drowning-1.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Representative image</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-23T04:52:44.685Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>AP man dies while saving two sons in Odisha's Machkund river</news:title>
<news:keywords>Odisha, Drowning death, Machkund river</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/odisha/2026/May/23/odisha-govt-prohibits-strike-in-power-sector-invokes-esma</loc>
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<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-27/3rf7iqh0/202604273767359.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Representative image</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-23T04:50:23.147Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Odisha govt prohibits strike in power sector, invokes ESMA</news:title>
<news:keywords>Odisha, Odisha government, ESMA</news:keywords>
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</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/tamil-nadu/2026/May/23/madras-hc-seeks-gccs-reply-on-fund-misuse-in-bridge-work</loc>
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<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-02/4bz28xls/ANI_20260312120506.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Madras High Court</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-23T04:50:21.233Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Madras HC seeks GCC's reply on fund misuse in bridge work</news:title>
<news:keywords>Tamil Nadu, Greater Chennai Corporation, Madras High Court​</news:keywords>
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</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/odisha/2026/May/23/odisha-biodiversity-management-bodies-can-now-set-up-local-funds-for-conservation</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-23/h9dojhs3/Biodiversity.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Minister Ganesh Ram Singhkhuntia at the state-level celebrations of the International Day for Biological Diversity at Lok Seva Bhawan on Friday</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-23T04:43:47.030Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Odisha biodiversity management bodies can now set up local funds for conservation</news:title>
<news:keywords>Odisha, Odisha government, Odisha Biodiversity Board</news:keywords>
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</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/tamil-nadu/2026/May/23/dmk-isolated-as-key-allies-vck-iuml-join-ruling-tvk-government</loc>
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<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-23/7pwjtbi2/asecretarit42205chn1.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Chief Minister of Tamil nadu C. Jospeh Vijay takes tour in the battery Vehicle visiting the St. George fort and secretrait complex on Friday.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-23T04:42:54.288Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>DMK isolated as key allies VCK, IUML join ruling TVK government</news:title>
<news:keywords>Tamil Nadu, DMK allies, TVK Government</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/odisha/2026/May/23/university-staff-not-govt-employees-dhe</loc>
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<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2024-09-03/5xk90phr/11-rav_12-03-2008_23_22_58.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>The Ravenshaw University, formerly known as Ravenshaw College, in Cuttack, Odisha.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-23T04:42:06.092Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>University staff not govt employees: DHE</news:title>
<news:keywords>Odisha, Odisha universities</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/odisha/2026/May/23/odisha-govt-confirms-three-heat-wave-deaths-in-the-state</loc>
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<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2024-04/440a21db-267e-4221-bdce-89c3d255e48c/ANI_20240415114003.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Heatwave conditions prevailed in western Odisha districts with Jharsuguda recording the highest temperature of 45.2 degree Celsius.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-23T04:39:13.811Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Odisha govt confirms three heat wave deaths in the state</news:title>
<news:keywords>Odisha, Odisha heatwave</news:keywords>
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</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/delhi/2026/May/23/delhi-l-g-offers-road-map-for-citys-movement-from-metro-to-metropolis</loc>
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<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-22/4lsfdvle/L-G-offers-road-map-for.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>L-G Taranjit Singh Sandhu.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-23T04:39:03.305Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Delhi L-G offers road map for city’s movement from metro to metropolis</news:title>
<news:keywords>Delhi</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/tamil-nadu/2026/May/23/madurai-bench-of-madras-hc-bins-plea-for-cctv-surveillance-of-waterbodies-says-it-will-affect-privacy</loc>
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<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-23/vuxt3mu7/ANI_20250221084452.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Image used for representational purposes only.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-23T04:37:07.393Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Madurai Bench of Madras HC bins plea for CCTV surveillance of waterbodies, says it will affect privacy</news:title>
<news:keywords>Tamil Nadu, CCTV surveillance, Madurai Bench of Madras High Court, privacy concerns</news:keywords>
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</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/odisha/2026/May/23/excavation-in-odishas-purunagarh-unearths-ancient-urban-settlement-iron-smelting-site</loc>
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<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-23/1jbl01cs/Excavation.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>The iron-smelting site at Purunagarh in Sambalpur’s Rairakhol subdivision</image:caption>
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<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-23/tb4zxg7v/Excavationa.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Excavated artefacts</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-23T04:35:24.044Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Excavation in Odisha's Purunagarh unearths ancient urban settlement, iron-smelting site </news:title>
<news:keywords>Odisha, archaeological excavation, Purunagarh</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/tamil-nadu/2026/May/23/labour-inspector-can-confer-permanent-status-on-eligible-workers-madurai-bench-of-madras-hc</loc>
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<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-23/nipfdm9i/Court-seeks.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Madurai Bench of Madras High Court.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-23T04:34:46.091Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Labour inspector can confer permanent status on eligible workers: Madurai Bench of Madras HC</news:title>
<news:keywords>Tamil Nadu, Tamil Nadu Electricity Board, Madurai Bench of Madras High Court, labour inspectors</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/tamil-nadu/2026/May/23/madurai-deputy-mayor-flags-health-hazards-at-vellaikal-dump-yard-slams-corporation</loc>
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<image:caption>Madurai Deputy Mayor T Nagarajan.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-23T04:32:53.280Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Madurai deputy mayor flags health hazards at Vellaikal dump yard, slams corporation</news:title>
<news:keywords>Tamil Nadu, waste management, Deputy Mayor T Nagarajan, waste-to-energy projects</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/delhi/2026/May/23/delhi-government-to-develop-oxygen-park-in-burari-cm-lays-foundation-stone</loc>
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<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-21/4qguxs8j/P_4780356110.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta addresses a press conference on the upgradation of the ration card system.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-23T04:31:09.083Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Delhi government to develop 'oxygen park' in Burari, CM lays foundation stone</news:title>
<news:keywords>Delhi</news:keywords>
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</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/tamil-nadu/2026/May/23/kin-of-pamban-fishers-held-in-sri-lankan-jails-seek-immediate-release-stage-protest</loc>
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<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-23/05bnz84w/1-1-iepro12205mdu2.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Fishermen relatives staged roadblock protest in Pamban pressing the release from Sri Lankan prison.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-23T04:30:41.998Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Kin of Pamban fishers held in Sri Lankan jails seek immediate release, stage protest</news:title>
<news:keywords>Tamil Nadu, Tamil Nadu fishermen, Sri Lankan custody</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/delhi/2026/May/23/two-women-among-9-held-as-international-drug-syndicate-busted</loc>
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<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2025-09-03/6e0pox51/persons.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Image of Delhi police used for representational purposes only.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-23T04:28:12.395Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Two women among 9 held as international drug syndicate busted</news:title>
<news:keywords>Delhi, Drug abuse, Drug trafficking network</news:keywords>
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<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/tamil-nadu/2026/May/23/yarn-price-hike-tiruppurs-domestic-sector-moving-towards-strike</loc>
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<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-22/wwrxrdys/C_1_1_CH1441_12020525.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Image used for representational purposes only.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-23T04:27:58.349Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Yarn price hike: Tiruppur's domestic sector moving towards strike</news:title>
<news:keywords>Tamil Nadu, Tiruppur knitwear sector, Tiruppur textile hub</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/delhi/2026/May/23/two-men-arrested-for-posing-as-women-healers-cheating-victims-using-staged-rituals-tantric-remedies</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-22/wk2puw00/men-arrested.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>The accused—Ganesh (21), who is pursuing a BA through distance education, and Mandeep Singh (21), who has completed an ITI course in diesel engine mechanics and is a graduate—are both residents of Rajasthan’s Sri Ganganagar district.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-23T04:26:37.101Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Two men arrested for posing as women healers, cheating victims using staged rituals, tantric remedies </news:title>
<news:keywords>Delhi</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/tamil-nadu/2026/May/23/49th-yercaud-summer-festival-begins-over-two-lakh-flowers-on-display</loc>
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<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-23/y3jypdd4/New-Project-2026-05-23T095511.307.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>A farm-themed setup with models of farmers and cattle on display at Anna Park during the Yercaud Flower Show.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-23T04:26:10.616Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>49th Yercaud Summer Festival begins, over two lakh flowers on display</news:title>
<news:keywords>Tamil Nadu, Flower Show, Yercaud Summer Festival</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/delhi/2026/May/23/acute-shortage-of-water-troubles-dwarka-locals</loc>
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<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2025-11-16/lvrd6zmk/ANI_20251116145610.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Image used for representational purposes only.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-23T04:24:04.370Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Acute shortage of water troubles Dwarka locals</news:title>
<news:keywords>Delhi, water shortage, Delhi Summer</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/tamil-nadu/2026/May/23/uncertainty-looms-over-key-infra-civic-projects-in-coimbatore-announced-by-previous-govt</loc>
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<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-23/ywcb9nqu/P_4565287361.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>G D Naidu flyover works in progress.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-23T04:23:55.153Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Uncertainty looms over key infra, civic projects in Coimbatore announced by previous govt</news:title>
<news:keywords>Tamil Nadu, Infrastructure projects, TVK Government</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/tamil-nadu/2026/May/23/class-exam-delays-push-duration-of-bharathiar-university-distance-pg-courses-by-extra-year</loc>
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<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-11/bryp0wfp/C_1_1_CH1450_118333416.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>A view of Bharathiar University.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-23T04:21:23.897Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Class, exam delays push duration of Bharathiar University distance PG courses by extra year</news:title>
<news:keywords>Tamil Nadu, Bharathiar University, Bharathiar University PG Extension</news:keywords>
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</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/delhi/2026/May/23/no-water-no-reply-delhi-jal-board-helplines-fail-residents</loc>
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<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2025-10-15/r3g1hpiy/ANI_20251015043114.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Delhi Water Minister Parvesh Verma.</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-23T04:20:48.271Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>No water, no reply: Delhi Jal Board  helplines fail residents</news:title>
<news:keywords>Delhi, Delhi Jal Board</news:keywords>
</news:news>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/andhra-pradesh/2026/May/23/andhra-hc-raps-officials-over-cancellation-of-social-welfare-pensions</loc>
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<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-14/hn8ou62o/HC-revokes.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Andhra Pradesh High Court.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-23T04:20:39.758Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Andhra HC raps officials over cancellation of social welfare pensions </news:title>
<news:keywords>Andhra Pradesh, Andhra high court</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/tamil-nadu/2026/May/23/elderly-farmer-attempts-suicide-over-alleged-police-abuse-in-tenkasi-2</loc>
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<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-23/i63r4xgs/ANI_20251221091635.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Image used for representational purposes only.</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-23T04:19:12.170Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Elderly farmer attempts suicide over alleged police abuse in Tenkasi</news:title>
<news:keywords>Tamil Nadu, Suicide Attempt, police abuse allegations</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/andhra-pradesh/2026/May/23/no-move-to-scrap-stree-shakti-scheme-minister-ramprasad-reddy</loc>
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<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-01-13/zz3rtb8t/C_40_1_CH1553_33670434.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Andhra Pradesh Transport Minister Mandipalli Ramprasad Reddy</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-23T04:18:48.733Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>No move to scrap ‘Stree Shakti’ scheme: Minister Ramprasad Reddy</news:title>
<news:keywords>Andhra Pradesh, Andhra government, Minister Ramprasad Reddy, Stree Shakti’ scheme</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/tamil-nadu/2026/May/23/sought-change-in-portfolio-from-finance-to-revenue-to-work-among-people-sengottaiyan</loc>
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<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-01/a1v8k5yr/Sengottaiyan.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Revenue and Disaster Management Minister KA Sengottaiyan</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-23T04:17:20.151Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Sought change in portfolio from finance to revenue to work among people: Sengottaiyan</news:title>
<news:keywords>Tamil Nadu, KA Sengottaiyan, TVK Government</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/andhra-pradesh/2026/May/23/special-chief-secretary-directs-officials-to-speed-up-polavaram-project-works</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-23/o406ws62/officials.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Special Chief Secretary Shashibhushan Kumar inspects Polavaram Project works and reviews progress with officials on Friday</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-23T04:16:49.499Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Special Chief Secretary directs officials to speed up Polavaram project works</news:title>
<news:keywords>Andhra Pradesh, Polavaram project</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/andhra-pradesh/2026/May/23/deputy-cm-pawan-kalyan-warns-officials-on-50-per-cent-green-cover-target-under-vision-2047</loc>
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<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-23/xju8trv1/Pawan.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Deputy Chief Minister and Forests and Environment Minister K Pawan Kalyan</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-23T04:15:08.534Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Deputy CM Pawan Kalyan warns officials on 50 per cent green cover target under Vision 2047</news:title>
<news:keywords>Andhra Pradesh, Andhra deputy CM Pawan Kalyan</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/tamil-nadu/2026/May/23/baralikadu-eco-tourism-centre-in-coimbatore-reopened-for-tourists</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-23/egx1br7r/1670995457facilities.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Baralikadu eco-tourism centre near Karamadai in Coimbatore.</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-05-23T04:15:03.360Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Baralikadu eco-tourism centre in Coimbatore reopened for tourists</news:title>
<news:keywords>Tamil Nadu, weather conditions, Baralikadu eco-tourism centre</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/delhi/2026/May/23/delhi-hc-issues-notices-to-aap-leader-gopal-rai-journalist-saurav-das-in-judge-contempt-case</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-21/4wpmtqvv/202605213796739.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>The court issued notices to AAP leader Gopal Rai and journalist Saurav Das on a plea seeking contempt proceedings against them over an alleged “orchestrated social media campaign” against Justice Swarana Kanta Sharma.</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-23T04:14:43.938Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Delhi HC issues notices to AAP leader Gopal Rai, journalist Saurav Das in judge contempt case</news:title>
<news:keywords>Delhi, Delhi HC, Gopal Rai, Saurav Das</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/tamil-nadu/2026/May/23/10-year-old-girl-found-dead-in-coimbatore-rape-murder-suspected</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-23/9p4ys4ev/do-not-cross.avif</image:loc>
<image:caption>Image used for representational purposes only.</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-23T04:11:04.969Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>10-year-old girl found dead in Coimbatore; rape, murder suspected</news:title>
<news:keywords>Tamil Nadu, rape allegations, murder allegations</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/delhi/2026/May/23/delhi-government-removes-top-health-official-dr-vatsala-aggarwal</loc>
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<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-22/khfpon1s/C_53_1_CH1509_4413001.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Dr Vatsala Aggarwal</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-23T04:10:28.344Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Delhi government removes top health official Dr Vatsala Aggarwal</news:title>
<news:keywords>Delhi</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/andhra-pradesh/2026/May/23/minister-kondapalli-srinivas-slams-jagan-over-pension-claims</loc>
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<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-13/v4p4851w/C_40_1_CH1456_35285257.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Minister Kondapalli Srinivas.</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-23T04:08:15.147Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Minister Kondapalli Srinivas slams Jagan over pension claims</news:title>
<news:keywords>Andhra Pradesh, Jagan Mohan Reddy, Minister Kondapalli Srinivas</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/andhra-pradesh/2026/May/23/jagan-is-promoting-faction-politics-says-minister-kinjarapu-atchannaidu</loc>
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<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-13/vc2qih75/C_40_1_CH0095_35284046.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Minister Kinjarapu Atchannaidu</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-23T04:06:54.364Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Jagan is promoting faction politics, says Minister Kinjarapu Atchannaidu</news:title>
<news:keywords>Andhra Pradesh, Jagan Mohan Reddy, Minister Kinjarapu Atchannaidu</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/delhi/2026/May/23/delhi-court-raps-police-over-concocted-investigation-while-granting-relief-to-12-accused-in-2007-rioting-case</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-20/duokdg9t/5833461cbbd7ea3f739d7e067c2bf70e.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>The judge said the non-availability of public witnesses has the “classic imprint of a concocted investigation."</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-23T04:06:34.002Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Delhi court raps police over 'concocted' investigation while granting relief to 12 accused in 2007 'rioting' case</news:title>
<news:keywords>Delhi, Delhi Police</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/karnataka/2026/May/23/anticipation-common-sense-must-prevail-to-prevent-tragedies</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-23/0aqbff2c/C_35_1_CH0279_67936422.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>The spot where a compound wall collapsed and seven people died near Bowring Hospital due to heavy rain in Bengaluru.</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-23T04:06:05.711Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Anticipation, common sense must prevail to prevent tragedies</news:title>
<news:keywords>Karnataka, Dubare elephant camp, Bowring Hospital wall collapse</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/andhra-pradesh/2026/May/23/ap-plans-tech-driven-reforms-in-medical-supply-system</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2025-06-30/f89b26ub/drone091836.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Drone technology offers far better opportunities in the healthcare sector, primarily in remote environments, by enabling timely delivery of life-saving medical supplies, says a latest ICMR study.</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-23T04:05:30.628Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>AP plans tech-driven reforms in medical supply system</news:title>
<news:keywords>Andhra Pradesh, Andhra Pradesh government, medical supply</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/andhra-pradesh/2026/May/23/ap-handles-record-power-demand-amid-heatwave</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-22/by9ptvuh/P_4781686624.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>A man pours water over his head to beat the scorching heat as temperatures soar during the ongoing heatwave</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-23T04:03:19.590Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>AP handles record power demand amid heatwave</news:title>
<news:keywords>Andhra Pradesh, Andhra heatwave</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/karnataka/2026/May/23/karnataka-plans-900-seat-cap-on-computer-science-engineering-courses-minister-dr-mc-sudhakar</loc>
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<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-23/hls7595w/MC_Sudhakar.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Higher Education Minister Dr MC Sudhakar.</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-23T04:01:40.035Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Karnataka plans 900-seat cap on Computer Science engineering courses: Minister Dr MC Sudhakar</news:title>
<news:keywords>Karnataka, engineering courses, Higher Education Minister Dr MC Sudhakar</news:keywords>
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</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/delhi/2026/May/23/delhi-records-peak-power-demand-at-8231-mw-a-three-time-jump-from-2021</loc>
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<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-22/swrnlria/Power-demand-jumps.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Autorickshaw drivers wait for passengers on an afternoon amid the scorching heat.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-23T04:01:05.627Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Delhi records peak power demand at 8,231 MW; a three-time jump from 2021</news:title>
<news:keywords>Delhi, Heat wave, Power demand</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/karnataka/2026/May/23/power-bills-to-mention-issuing-date-karnataka-electricity-regulatory-commission</loc>
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<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-23/0fqb5m4g/ANI_20260503082946.png</image:loc>
<image:caption>Image used for representational purposes only.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-23T03:59:53.885Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Power bills to mention issuing date: Karnataka Electricity Regulatory Commission</news:title>
<news:keywords>Karnataka, electricity bills</news:keywords>
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</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/karnataka/2026/May/23/asiatic-bee-malabar-toad-to-be-named-state-symbols-of-karnataka</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-23/zy2kunko/New-Project-2026-05-23T092534.068.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Forest Minister Eshwar Khandre felicitates awardees during the International Day for Biodiversity 2026 celebrations at Vidhana Soudha in Bengaluru.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-23T03:56:58.108Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Asiatic bee, Malabar toad to be named state symbols of Karnataka</news:title>
<news:keywords>Karnataka, Karnataka Forest Minister Eshwar Khandre, International Biodiversity Day</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/delhi/2026/May/23/more-than-20-heatstroke-cases-reach-hospitals-as-capital-simmers-at-43c</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-26/5quy2g5q/Cool-rooms’-at.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>A day after two heatstroke patients were admitted, medical professionals noted that cases are now emerging from different parts of the capital, signalling the early impact of the ongoing heatwave.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-23T03:56:04.621Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>More than 20 heatstroke cases reach hospitals as capital simmers at 43°C</news:title>
<news:keywords>Delhi, Delhi weather, heatstroke, Delhi heatwave</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/andhra-pradesh/2026/May/23/big-push-to-png-expansion-to-reduce-lpg-dependence</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-23/ph6cvmoz/PNG.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Representative image</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-23T03:55:05.333Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Big push to PNG expansion to reduce LPG dependence</news:title>
<news:keywords>Andhra Pradesh, LPG gas shortage, PNG pipelines</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/karnataka/2026/May/23/one-year-in-jail-six-ex-naxals-in-karnataka-wait-for-rehab</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-23/90qzs111/naxal085611.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>A file photo of Maoists surrendering before Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah and Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar on January 8, 2025.</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-23T03:54:12.520Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>One year in jail, six ex-Naxals in Karnataka wait for rehab</news:title>
<news:keywords>Karnataka, rehabilitation package</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/odisha/2026/May/23/odisha-officials-dismantle-ap-solar-units-in-kotia-village</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-12/o54o4eel/2025solar_panel_2jpg065429.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Representative image</image:caption>
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<news:name>newindianexpress</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-05-23T03:53:33.310Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Odisha officials dismantle AP solar units in Kotia village</news:title>
<news:keywords>Odisha, Andhra Pradesh, solar panels, Kotia villages</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/karnataka/2026/May/23/bjp-congress-trade-barbs-over-karnataka-cabinets-move-to-withdraw-cases-linked-to-2022-communal-violence</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/TNIE/import/2022/5/29/original/BJP_Congress_PTIPhoto12.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Representational image of BJP and Congress flags.</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-05-23T03:51:25.414Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>BJP, Congress trade barbs over Karnataka Cabinet's move to withdraw cases linked to 2022 communal violence</news:title>
<news:keywords>Karnataka, Home Minister Dr G Parameshwara, BJP chief BY Vijayendra, Ladle Mushtaq Dargah</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/cities/bengaluru/2026/May/23/karnataka-hc-cuts-drivers-one-year-jail-term-to-a-day-cites-conduct-after-accident</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-23/gaj8ezbl/HC-imposes.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Karnataka High Court</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-23T03:47:34.611Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Karnataka HC cuts driver's one-year jail term to a day, cites conduct after accident</news:title>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/andhra-pradesh/2026/May/23/energy-projects-reflect-ap-brand-strength-minister-nara-lokesh</loc>
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<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-23/qz76kba1/Energy-projects.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>IT Minister N Lokesh inaugurates the SAEL solar power projects at T Koduru village in Kondapuram mandal of Kadapa district on Friday</image:caption>
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<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-23/i37ugylu/carbon.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>IT Minister Nara Lokesh addressing a meeting organised to mark the inauguration of 600 MW solar project at T Koduru in Jammalamadugu segment on Friday</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-23T03:46:00.892Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Energy projects reflect AP Brand strength: Minister Nara Lokesh</news:title>
<news:keywords>Andhra Pradesh, Andhra Minister Nara Lokesh, SAEL Industries</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/cities/bengaluru/2026/May/23/man-pushes-mother-to-death-over-property-dispute-in-bengaluru</loc>
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<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-23/ul6bck0b/death.png</image:loc>
<image:caption>Image used for representational purposes only.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-23T03:43:05.178Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Man pushes mother to death over property dispute in Bengaluru</news:title>
<news:keywords>Bengaluru, Property dispute, verbal altercation</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/india/2026/May/23/ahmedabad-diary-gujarat-cadre-officers-wait-extends-in-cbi</loc>
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<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-22/jbwy7u2y/HMEDABAD.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>The move has sparked intense buzz within police circles, as Gujarat Cadre IPS Manoj Sashidharan was seen as a strong contender for the top post.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-23T03:42:28.896Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Ahmedabad Diary | Gujarat cadre officer's wait extends in CBI</news:title>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/andhra-pradesh/2026/May/23/scoot-to-shift-commercial-flight-operations-to-andhras-bhogapuram-airport-from-july-8</loc>
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<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-23/vuh7g9cz/2026-05-07T100110Z816400453RC2O2FA0SZYGRTRMADP3SINGAPORE-AIR-AIRBUS-NL-ORDERS.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>A Scoot plane sits on the tarmac at an airport.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-23T03:41:48.505Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Scoot to shift commercial flight operations to Andhra's Bhogapuram airport from July 8</news:title>
<news:keywords>Andhra Pradesh, Bhogapuram airport, Scoot airways</news:keywords>
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</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/cities/bengaluru/2026/May/23/gba-targets-polio-vaccination-for-11-lakh-kids-from-june-28</loc>
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<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-23/t5sgi3mp/New-Project-2026-05-23T090903.827.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Image used for representational purposes only.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-23T03:40:16.958Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>GBA targets polio vaccination for 11 lakh kids from June 28</news:title>
<news:keywords>Bengaluru, Greater Bengaluru Authority (GBA), Greater Bengaluru Authority (GBA) Chief Commissioner Maheshwar Rao, Pulse Polio vaccination</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/india/2026/May/23/green-clearance-window-for-harbour-port-projects-likely-to-get-extra-10-years</loc>
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<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-12/sxfqeg1u/ANI_20260512113550.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>The Sectoral Expert Appraisal Committee reviewed the situation and concluded that the current 10-year timeframe is insufficient for projects like port construction.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-23T03:38:12.645Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Green clearance window for harbour, port projects likely to get extra 10 years</news:title>
<news:keywords>India</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/karnataka/2026/May/23/investigation-report-blames-gba-inaction-for-bowring-hospital-compound-wall-collapse</loc>
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<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-23/k64lhg6m/C_35_1_CH0279_67961039.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Seven, including two children, were killed after the wall of the Bowring and Lady Curzon Hospital collapsed due to heavy rains.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-23T03:37:37.221Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Investigation report blames GBA inaction for Bowring Hospital compound wall collapse</news:title>
<news:keywords>Karnataka, Bengaluru, Lokayukta, Greater Bengaluru Authority (GBA), Bowring Hospital wall collapse</news:keywords>
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</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/andhra-pradesh/2026/May/23/officials-rule-out-hidden-treasure-excavation-in-nallamala-forest</loc>
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<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-23/94zuvsbn/Officials-rule.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Officials found Megalithic-era earthen pot fragments and stone tools at the site and displayed the artefacts to the media at Cumbum Police Circle office on Thursday.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-23T03:36:39.571Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Officials rule out hidden treasure excavation in Nallamala forest</news:title>
<news:keywords>Andhra Pradesh, Nallamala forest, treasure excavation</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/delhi/2026/May/23/nod-to-djb-rejig-as-70-rebate-on-water-infra-charges</loc>
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<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-21/03q72s3a/P_4780357566.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>In this image from May 21, 2026, Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta is seen addressing a press conference on the upgradation of the ration card system.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-23T03:36:11.485Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Nod to DJB rejig, as 70% rebate on water infra charges</news:title>
<news:keywords>Delhi, Delhi Jal Board</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/andhra-pradesh/2026/May/23/hot-spell-triggers-sharp-rise-in-beer-sales-across-andhra</loc>
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<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-23/q4q7lg9g/Hot-spell.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Official sales data show that beer sales in April 2026 increased by 31.44 per cent compared to the corresponding period last year.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-23T03:34:41.777Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Hot spell triggers sharp rise in beer sales across Andhra</news:title>
<news:keywords>Andhra Pradesh, beer sales, Andhra heatwave</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/andhra-pradesh/2026/May/23/cm-chandrababu-naidu-steps-in-as-ap-reels-under-intense-heatwave</loc>
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<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-23/7qwoitlj/Naidu-steps.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Chief Minister Nara Chandrababu Naidu addressing a review meeting on high temperatures in the State, at the Secretariat in Velagapudi on Friday</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-23T03:32:44.939Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>CM Chandrababu Naidu steps in as AP reels under intense heatwave</news:title>
<news:keywords>Andhra Pradesh, CM Chandrababu Naidu, Andhra heatwave</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/india/2026/May/23/india-grapples-with-relentless-high-temperatures-no-relief-in-sight</loc>
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<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-22/x77iaape/P_4781685851.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>In this image from May 22, 2026, a man is seen pouring water over his head to beat the scorching heat as temperatures soar during the ongoing heatwave in Hyderabad.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-23T03:30:57.315Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>India grapples with relentless high temperatures, no relief in sight</news:title>
<news:keywords>India, Heat wave, India summer</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/cities/vijayawada/2026/May/23/sankara-eye-foundation-enters-asia-book-of-records-for-free-eye-surgeries</loc>
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<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2025-01-22/lcoviu15/C_40_1_CH1455_29006613.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Representative image</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-23T03:30:04.220Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Sankara Eye Foundation enters Asia Book of Records for free eye surgeries</news:title>
<news:keywords>Vijayawada, Asia Book of Records, Sankara Eye Foundation</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/cities/vijayawada/2026/May/23/rpf-cracks-down-on-inflammable-materials-and-smoking-on-trains-in-vijayawada</loc>
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<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-18/vz27m8u4/Big-train-mishaps.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Representative image</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-23T03:27:22.909Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>RPF cracks down on inflammable materials and smoking on trains in Vijayawada</news:title>
<news:keywords>Vijayawada, Railway Protection Force (RPF)</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/cities/bengaluru/2026/May/23/gba-forest-staff-stretched-thin-as-tree-falls-surge-in-rain</loc>
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<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-23/4sw99r8l/GBA-forest-staff.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>A massive tree, which uprooted and fell on a two-wheeler during the rain in Vyalikaval on Thursday night, is yet to be cleared by the GBA as of Friday.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-23T03:27:10.411Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>GBA forest staff stretched thin as tree falls surge in rain</news:title>
<news:keywords>Bengaluru, Greater Bengaluru Authority (GBA), Bengaluru City Corporations</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/india/2026/May/23/bihar-ats-arrests-man-over-alleged-links-to-pakistan-based-arms-dealer</loc>
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<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-22/3chal3vg/202605223797954.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>The probe agency recovered deleted chats and photos from the mobile phone of the accused.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-23T03:26:03.541Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Bihar ATS arrests man over alleged links to Pakistan-based arms dealer </news:title>
<news:keywords>India, Bihar ATS</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/andhra-pradesh/2026/May/23/south-central-railway-conducts-safety-health-awareness-drive-across-19-stations-in-andhra</loc>
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<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-23/gwpyeecx/SCR-conducts.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Civil Defence Organisation conducts a Mega Safety &amp; Health Awareness Campaign across Vijayawada Division</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-23T03:25:42.727Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>South Central Railway conducts safety, health awareness drive across 19 stations in Andhra</news:title>
<news:keywords>Andhra Pradesh, South Central Railway</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/andhra-pradesh/2026/May/23/dgp-sanctions-rs-48-lakh-for-welfare-of-traffic-police-in-andhra</loc>
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<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/TNIE/import/2020/10/9/original/police__eps213_pic___.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Image used for representational purposes only.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-23T03:23:39.163Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>DGP sanctions Rs 48 lakh for welfare of traffic police in Andhra</news:title>
<news:keywords>Andhra Pradesh, Andhra heatwave, Andhra traffic police</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/karnataka/2026/May/23/cockroach-janta-party-sparks-mix-of-enthusiasm-scepticism-among-karnataka-politicians-analysts</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-23/t7396xoc/New-Project-2026-05-23T085041.501.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Congress leaders, including ministers Eshwar Khandre and Madhu Bangarappa, distribute ‘I’m a cockroach’ T-shirts.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-23T03:21:57.534Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Cockroach Janta Party sparks mix of enthusiasm, scepticism among Karnataka politicians, analysts</news:title>
<news:keywords>Karnataka, Karnataka Forest Minister Eshwar Khandre, Cockroach Janta Party</news:keywords>
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</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/india/2026/May/23/one-held-from-pathankot-over-allegedly-spying-for-pakistani-handlers</loc>
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<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-20/421qy9ac/ANI_20260420101918.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Image used for representational purposes only.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-23T03:21:22.984Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>One held from Pathankot over allegedly  spying for Pakistani handlers</news:title>
<news:keywords>India, Pathankot, Spy</news:keywords>
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</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/cities/vijayawada/2026/May/23/pledged-gold-crown-of-gudivada-temple-temple-retrieved</loc>
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<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-23/9q2muj6e/New-Project-2026-05-22T091123.715.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>The crown, specially designed with symbolic representations of the seven sacred hills of Tirumala, is currently estimated to be worth more than Rs 1 crore in the market.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-23T03:20:58.289Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Pledged gold crown of Gudivada temple temple retrieved</news:title>
<news:keywords>Vijayawada, gold crown, Gudivada temple</news:keywords>
</news:news>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/tamil-nadu/2026/May/23/isolated-heavy-rain-may-give-respite-from-high-heat-in-northern-tamil-nadu</loc>
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<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-23/5mre5qeg/rsunthirsty7a2205chn1.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Scorching Kathiri veyil continues to tighten its grip over Chennai as a man drinks water to beat the searing summer heat under the blazing sun.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-23T03:16:56.546Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Isolated heavy rain may give respite from high heat in northern Tamil Nadu</news:title>
<news:keywords>Tamil Nadu, heavy rain forecast, isolated rain</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/tamil-nadu/2026/May/23/tn-minister-tk-prabhu-orders-statewide-audit-of-stone-quarries-amid-allegations-of-excess-mining</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-23/ouzlesmm/P_476276747.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Natural Resources Minister T K Prabhu.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-23T03:14:07.515Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>TN Minister TK Prabhu orders statewide audit of stone quarries amid allegations of excess mining</news:title>
<news:keywords>Tamil Nadu, illegal quarrying, Natural Resources Minister T K Prabhu</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/tamil-nadu/2026/May/23/tn-to-get-olympic-bhavan-athletes-can-take-flight-to-events-across-india</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-23/janfs2s1/New-Project-2026-05-23T084034.701.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Sports Development Minister Aadhav Arjuna during a meeting on Friday.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-23T03:11:42.805Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>TN to get Olympic Bhavan, athletes can take flight to events across India</news:title>
<news:keywords>Tamil Nadu, athletes, Sports Development Minister Aadhav Arjuna</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/kerala/2026/May/23/m-v-govindan-should-quit-cpm-state-leadership-trikaripur-unit</loc>
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<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-04/b0fdabqo/C_32_1_CH0349_7382354.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>C P M state secretary M V Govindan</image:caption>
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</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-05-23T03:09:35.036Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>M V Govindan should quit CPM State leadership: Trikaripur unit</news:title>
<news:keywords>Kerala, M V Govindan</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/kerala/2026/May/23/acquitted-yet-unwanted-bineesh-kodiyeri-takes-swipe-at-cpm</loc>
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<image:caption>Bineesh Kodiyeri — son of late CPM stalwart Kodiyeri Balakrishnan — is awaiting the party’s green signal to return.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-23T03:07:33.974Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Acquitted, yet unwanted; Bineesh Kodiyeri takes swipe at CPM</news:title>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/india/2026/May/23/suvendu-calls-on-president-rajnath-singh-in-delhi-will-firm-up-cabinet-after-meeting-with-shah</loc>
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<image:caption>West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari with President Droupadi Murmu.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-23T03:04:33.942Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Suvendu calls on President, Rajnath Singh in Delhi, will firm up cabinet after meeting with Shah  </news:title>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/karnataka/2026/May/23/patients-kin-attack-on-duty-doctor-at-bidar-hospital-seven-held</loc>
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<image:caption>MP Sagar E Khandre interacts with Dr Tukaram at BRIMS Hospital on Friday.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-23T03:03:23.755Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Patient's kin attack on-duty doctor at Bidar hospital; seven held</news:title>
<news:keywords>Karnataka, doctor assaulted, BRIMS hospital</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/india/2026/May/22/ec-announces-rajya-sabha-polls-for-24-seats-on-june-18-2</loc>
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<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-16/r94ipc6c/PTI03252026000064A.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>The Election Commission said June 8 is the last date for filing nominations.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-23T03:02:09.220Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>EC announces Rajya Sabha polls; NDA, Opposition to fight for 26 seats on June 18 </news:title>
<news:keywords>India, Election Commission, Rajya Sabha election</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/kerala/2026/May/23/first-time-drug-offenders-may-get-reform-pass-strict-conditions-apply</loc>
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<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2025-05-26/0s4drwci/drug-abuse.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Representational image only.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-23T03:00:28.680Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>First-time drug offenders may get ‘reform’ pass; strict conditions apply</news:title>
<news:keywords>Kerala, Kerala Police, drug offender</news:keywords>
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</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/entertainment/malayalam/2026/May/23/englishnews2026may20only-murders-in-the-building-season-6-goes-on-floors</loc>
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<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-23/3l82pzgo/Only_Murders.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Only Murders in the Building season 6 cast (L); A still from season 5 (R)</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-05-23T02:59:54.744Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Only Murders in the Building season 6 goes on floors</news:title>
<news:keywords>Only Murders in the Building season 6, Only Murders in the Building, Steve Martin, Martin Short, Selena Gomez</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/entertainment/malayalam/2026/May/23/malayalamnews2026may20dulquer-salmaan-starrer-im-game-gets-a-release-date</loc>
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<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-23/htyl5vvt/DulquerSalmanImGame.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>New poster of Dulquer Salmaan's I'm Game</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-23T02:59:43.147Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Dulquer Salmaan-starrer I'm Game gets a release date</news:title>
<news:keywords>Dulquer Salmaan, I'm Game, I'm Game release date, I'm Game trailer, I'm Game poster, I'm Game first look, Dulquer, DQ, King of Kotha, Kayadu Lohar, Mysskin , Nahas Hidhayath</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/entertainment/malayalam/2026/May/23/malayalaminterviews2026may20bharathanatyam-2-mohiniyattam-director-krishnadas-murali-we-didnt-want-to-alienate-family-audiences-with-violence</loc>
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<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-23/egfmx906/KrishnadasMuraliBharathanatyamMohiniyattam.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Krishnadas Murali (L), A screengrab from Bharathanatyam 2 Mohiniyattam (R)</image:caption>
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<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-23/p67t5tsk/lead_krishnadas_murali___4_.JPG</image:loc>
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<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-23/qvp7mqbz/leadkrishnadasmurali_6.jpg</image:loc>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-23T02:59:28.500Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Bharathanatyam 2 Mohiniyattam director Krishnadas Murali: We didn’t want to alienate family audiences with violence</news:title>
<news:keywords>Bharathanatyam 2 Moniniyattam director Krishnadas Murali, Bharathanatyam 2 Moniniyattam director, Krishnadas Murali, Krishnadas Murali interview, Mohiniyattam, Mohiniyattam director, Mohiniyattam director interview, Bharathanatyam, Bharathanatyam 2, Saiju Kurup, Kalaranjini, Baby Jean, Suraj Venjaramoodu, Vinay Forrt, Jagadish</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/karnataka/2026/May/23/karnataka-steps-up-ebola-vigilance-after-who-alert</loc>
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<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-22/lr0vhe8s/AP26142435630668.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>A person is wearing a protective face mask in front of the WHO logo, during the media regarding the epidemic of Ebola disease, during a press conference at the World Health Organization (WHO) headquarters in Geneva, Switzerland, Friday, May 22, 2026.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-23T02:58:26.544Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Karnataka steps up Ebola vigilance after WHO alert</news:title>
<news:keywords>Karnataka, Ebola outbreak, Public health emergency</news:keywords>
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</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/kerala/2026/May/23/ratan-kelkar-appointed-as-kerala-chief-ministers-secretary</loc>
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<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-03-13/939ef11c/SIR-phase.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Senior IAS officer Ratan U Kelkar</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-23T02:57:03.533Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Ratan Kelkar appointed as Kerala chief minister’s secretary</news:title>
<news:keywords>Kerala, Ratan Kelkar, Kerala CM's secretary</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/india/2026/May/23/us-secretary-of-state-marco-rubio-arrives-in-kolkata-as-part-of-four-day-india-tour</loc>
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<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-23/ybns9jfl/HI-BcY2XIAAU8kU.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Marco Rubio became the first US secretary of state to set foot in Kolkata since Hillary Clinton visited the city in May 2012.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-23T02:56:52.967Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>US Secretary of State Marco Rubio arrives in Kolkata as part of four-day India tour </news:title>
<news:keywords>India, Marco Rubio</news:keywords>
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</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/karnataka/2026/May/23/karnataka-urges-ncert-to-add-chapter-on-groundwater-to-address-future-water-challenges</loc>
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<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-02-27/hdeaa1ua/NSBoserajuVBvb42.jpeg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Minor Irrigation and Groundwater Minister NS Boseraju.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-23T02:56:13.692Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Karnataka urges NCERT to add chapter on 'groundwater' to address future water challenges</news:title>
<news:keywords>Karnataka, groundwater crisis, groundwater depletion, Minister NS Boseraju</news:keywords>
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</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/kerala/2026/May/23/latin-church-says-concerns-remain-after-fisheries-minister-meets-archbishop-2</loc>
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<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-22/homox2ue/Latin-Church-says.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Thiruvananthapuram Archbishop Thomas J Netto welcoming Fisheries Minister V E Abdul Gafoor at the Latin Archbishop House on Friday. Auxiliary Bishop Christudas R is also seen</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-23T02:54:17.227Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Latin Church says concerns remain after fisheries minister meets archbishop</news:title>
<news:keywords>Kerala, Latin Archdiocese, Fisheries Minister V E Abdul Gafoor</news:keywords>
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</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/karnataka/2026/May/23/sir-a-conspiracy-to-remove-votes-of-poor-karnataka-deputy-cm-dk-shivakumar</loc>
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<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-23/quel2nyj/ANI_20260517024132.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Karnataka Deputy CM DK Shivakumar.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-23T02:53:12.486Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>SIR a conspiracy to remove votes of poor: Karnataka Deputy CM DK Shivakumar</news:title>
<news:keywords>Karnataka, Karnataka Deputy CM DK Shivakumar, Karnataka SIR</news:keywords>
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</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/kerala/2026/May/23/cm-vd-satheesan-to-meet-top-congress-leaders-in-delhi-on-may-23</loc>
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<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-20/gkfim6wv/C_1_1_CH1467_120149635.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Kerala Chief Minister V. D. Satheesan</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-23T02:51:37.362Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>CM VD Satheesan to meet top Congress leaders in Delhi on May 23</news:title>
<news:keywords>Kerala, Delhi, Congress, CM VD Satheesan</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/cities/chennai/2026/May/23/chennai-man-dies-after-leg-severed-forced-to-consume-poison-over-alleged-relationship</loc>
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<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-23/bikvfny3/ANI_20260213124838.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Image used for representational purposes only.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-23T02:49:08.342Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Chennai man dies after leg severed, forced to consume poison over alleged relationship</news:title>
<news:keywords>Chennai, pesticide poisoning, sickle attack</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/kerala/2026/May/23/cpi-state-secretary-binoy-viswam-comes-under-fire-over-nadapuram-defeat</loc>
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<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-03-19/bwy0a2un/LDF’s-campaign.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>CPI state secretary Binoy Viswam</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-23T02:48:47.490Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>CPI state secretary Binoy Viswam comes under fire over Nadapuram defeat</news:title>
<news:keywords>Kerala, Binoy Viswam, Kerala election results 2026, Nadapuram constituency</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/kerala/2026/May/23/leaking-red-cpm-could-analyse-fading-fortunes-saffron-stain</loc>
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<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-23/19555mvr/Lea-king-red-Picsart-AiImageEnhancer.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>A preliminary assessment based on votes polled by CPM candidates indicates the possibility of a compact in some places</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-23T02:45:41.496Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Leaking red? CPM could analyse fading fortunes, saffron stain</news:title>
<news:keywords>Kerala, CPM Kerala, Kerala election results 2026</news:keywords>
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</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/tamil-nadu/2026/May/23/doctor-jailed-for-sexual-harassment-in-chennai-dies-by-suicide</loc>
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<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-23/a62nz93x/New-Project-2026-05-23T081354.544.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Dr Ulhas M Pandurangi (59) of Madras Medical Mission (MMM) Hospital.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-23T02:45:11.622Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Doctor jailed for sexual harassment in Chennai dies by suicide</news:title>
<news:keywords>Tamil Nadu, sexual harassment allegations</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/india/2026/May/23/delhi-riots-conspiracy-case-sharjeel-imam-umar-khalid-bail-matter-referred-to-larger-sc-bench</loc>
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<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2025-10-23/gs68zib7/C_53_1_CH1506_41428830.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Umar Khalid, Sharjeel Imam</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-23T02:45:11.262Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Delhi riots conspiracy case: Sharjeel Imam, Umar Khalid bail matter referred to larger SC bench </news:title>
<news:keywords>India, Delhi riots conspiracy case</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/kerala/2026/May/23/new-three-language-rule-leaves-kerala-cbse-students-in-distress</loc>
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<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-22/4bjsef9k/New-three-language.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Image used for representation</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-23T02:42:23.605Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>New three-language rule leaves Kerala CBSE students in distress</news:title>
<news:keywords>Kerala, CBSE students, three language rule</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/cities/chennai/2026/May/23/new-chennai-police-commissioner-vows-to-curb-rowdyism</loc>
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<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-23/3jkawimb/New-Project-2026-05-23T081106.949.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>New Chennai police commissioner A Amalraj.</image:caption>
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</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-05-23T02:42:11.522Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>New Chennai police commissioner vows to curb rowdyism</news:title>
<news:keywords>Chennai, Greater Chennai police, Police Commissioner</news:keywords>
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</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/cities/chennai/2026/May/23/summer-blues-storage-in-chennai-lakes-dips-below-60</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-23/ly8wszfl/Summer-blue.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Of the five lakes in the city, Poondi lake is 43.33% full with 1,400 mcft of water.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-23T02:38:33.001Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Summer blues: Storage in Chennai lakes dips below 60%</news:title>
<news:keywords>Chennai, reservoirs, Water storage level</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/cities/kochi/2026/May/23/kochi-airport-intensifies-vigil-over-ebola-scare</loc>
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<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-22/tll1yg11/airport.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Ebola alert: Surveillance, health screening measures intensified at Kochi airport</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-23T02:38:17.957Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Kochi airport intensifies vigil over Ebola scare</news:title>
<news:keywords>Kochi, Kochi Airport, Ebola outbreak</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/tamil-nadu/2026/May/23/mother-need-not-undergo-dna-test-to-donate-her-kidney-to-son-says-madras-hc</loc>
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<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-05/6odvcfjp/C_1_1_CH1344_119719354.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Madras High Court</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-05-23T02:33:58.198Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Mother need not undergo DNA test to donate her kidney to son, says Madras HC</news:title>
<news:keywords>Tamil Nadu, kidney transplant, DNA test, Madras High Court​</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/tamil-nadu/2026/May/23/monthly-pass-fee-for-local-residents-of-60-tamil-nadu-toll-plazas-increased-again</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-23/8tz1lkmp/p2-toll-plaza072536.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Rates at 60 NH toll plazas in the state are revised every April 1.</image:caption>
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<image:caption>President Donald Trump speaks at Rockland Community College, Friday, May 22, 2026, in Suffern, N.Y.</image:caption>
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<image:caption>Chief Minister Siddaramaiah arrives in Vidhana Soudha on Friday.</image:caption>
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<image:caption>Union Minister for Steel and Heavy Industries H. D. Kumaraswamy</image:caption>
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<image:caption>The deck slab construction work for Phase 2 of the Kochi Metro is underway at Palarivattom, Kochi on Friday.</image:caption>
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<image:caption>Former prime minister and JDS supremo HD Deve Gowda.</image:caption>
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<image:caption>Heavy machinery engaged in coastal protection and renovation work at Shankhumukham beach on Friday as severe sea erosion continues to batter the coastline ahead of the monsoon season</image:caption>
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<image:caption>In Delhi, petrol increased by 87 paise from Rs 98.64 to Rs 99.51 per litre, while diesel went up by 91 paise from Rs 91.58 to Rs 92.49.</image:caption>
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<image:caption>KSCA officials during the launch of the Maharaja Trophy and Maharani Trophy</image:caption>
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<image:caption>Should MS Dhoni come back as a player next season?</image:caption>
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<image:caption>Specialist Anthony Matesic, left, and trader Fred Demarco work on the floor of the New York Stock Exchange, Friday, May 22, 2026.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-22T17:41:52.068Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Wall Street keeps rising, even as US households keep getting more discouraged</news:title>
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<image:caption>Allahabad High Court</image:caption>
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<news:title>Allahabad HC seeks arms licence details of 19 influential holders with criminal cases</news:title>
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<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/india/2026/May/22/india-cyprus-elevate-ties-with-defence-roadmap-counter-terror-pact-and-imec-push</loc>
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<image:caption>Prime Minister Narendra Modi held wide-ranging talks with Cyprus President Nikos Christodoulides, covering defence, maritime security, cyber security, trade, investment and the India-Middle East-Europe Economic Corridor.</image:caption>
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<news:title>India, Cyprus elevate ties with defence roadmap, counter-terror pact and IMEC push</news:title>
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<image:caption>Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah.</image:caption>
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<news:title>BJP launches ‘Omar Abdullah missing” poster campaign over CM’s absence in J&amp;K</news:title>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-22T16:57:43.348Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Twisha Sharma death case: Absconding husband taken into custody after failed attempt to surrender</news:title>
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<image:caption>Ancy Sojan celebrates in Ranchi on Friday</image:caption>
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<image:caption>Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann</image:caption>
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<news:title>Punjab implementing SC stray dog directions in true spirit, says CM Mann</news:title>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/world/2026/May/22/who-chief-says-ebola-is-spreading-rapidly-in-congo-upgrades-risk-assessment</loc>
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<image:caption>A person is wearing a protective face mask in front of the WHO logo, during the media regarding the epidemic of Ebola disease, during a press conference at the World Health Organization (WHO) headquarters in Geneva, Switzerland, Friday, May 22, 2026.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-22T15:59:20.333Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>WHO chief says Ebola is spreading rapidly in Congo, upgrades risk assessment</news:title>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/india/2026/May/22/no-namaz-on-public-roads-uttarakhand-cm-dhami-cites-law-and-order-in-strict-stance</loc>
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<image:caption>CM Dhami’s remarks came on Friday while addressing newly inducted personnel from the Irrigation and Agriculture departments in Dehradun.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-22T15:49:38.252Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>No 'Namaz' on public roads: Uttarakhand CM Dhami cites law and order in strict stance</news:title>
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<image:caption>The Agni-I is a nuclear-capable, single-stage, solid-fuel short-range ballistic missile developed by the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO).</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-22T15:39:20.980Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>India successfully test-fires nuclear-capable Agni-I ballistic missile</news:title>
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<image:caption>Jaguar strike aircraft</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-22T15:34:16.795Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Last Jaguar operator, IAF faces ejection-seat spares crunch</news:title>
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<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/india/2026/May/22/centre-ladakh-leaders-agree-in-principle-on-article-371-like-constitutional-safeguards-for-ut</loc>
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<image:caption>Union Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA)</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-22T15:30:51.042Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Centre, Ladakh leaders agree in principle on Article 371-like constitutional safeguards for UT</news:title>
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<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/world/2026/May/22/us-says-slight-progress-in-iran-talks-amid-uncertainty-about-whether-war-will-resume</loc>
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<image:caption>United States Secretary of State Marco Rubio during a signing ceremony on the sidelines of a meeting of NATO foreign ministers in Helsingborg, Sweden, Friday, May 22, 2026.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-22T15:00:15.134Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>US says 'slight progress' in Iran talks amid uncertainty about whether war will resume</news:title>
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<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/maharashtra/2026/May/22/maharashtra-election-commission-announces-special-voter-roll-revision-for-986-million-electors-from-june-20</loc>
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<image:caption>Representative Image</image:caption>
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<news:title>Maharashtra Election Commission announces special voter roll revision for 98.6 million electors from June 20</news:title>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/india/2026/May/22/police-caution-public-over-viral-human-chain-call-by-cockroach-janata-party</loc>
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<image:caption>The Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) went viral, drawing support from politicians, activists, artists, and a large number of social media users.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-22T14:55:31.697Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Police caution public over viral human chain call by ‘Cockroach Janata Party’</news:title>
<news:keywords>Cockroach Janata Party, Bengaluru human chain </news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/world/2026/May/22/nato-allies-bewildered-by-trumps-about-face-on-us-troop-moves-in-europe-2</loc>
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<image:caption>United States Secretary of State Marco Rubio, front second left, and NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte, front left, speak with each other during a group photo at a meeting of NATO foreign ministers in Helsingborg, Sweden, Friday, May 22, 2026.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-22T14:51:16.373Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>NATO allies bewildered by Trump's about-face on US troop moves in Europe</news:title>
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<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/india/2026/May/22/final-year-haryana-sports-university-student-drowns-in-campus-pool-safety-lapses-under-scanner</loc>
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<image:caption>Representative Image</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-22T14:37:34.684Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Final-year Haryana Sports University student drowns in campus pool; safety lapses under scanner</news:title>
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<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/india/2026/May/22/neet-ug-leak-case-cbi-arrests-pune-based-lecturer-for-allegedly-sharing-physics-paper</loc>
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<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-22/8k133vma/CBI.png</image:loc>
<image:caption>So far, 11 accused have been arrested in the case from Delhi, Jaipur, Gurugram, Nashik, Pune, Latur and Ahilyanagar.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-22T14:36:26.603Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>NEET-UG leak case: CBI arrests Pune-based lecturer for allegedly sharing Physics paper</news:title>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/business/2026/May/22/with-6-launches-this-year-honda-cars-sets-its-india-revival-plan-in-motion</loc>
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<image:caption>Honda Cars India (HCIL) on Friday launched the new City sedan and unveiled its hybrid SUV - ZR-V e: HEV.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-22T14:35:20.401Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>With 6 launches this year, Honda Cars sets its India revival plan in motion </news:title>
<news:keywords>City sedan, Honda cars, Indian auto sales</news:keywords>
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</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/india/2026/May/22/public-hearing-on-rs-1800-crore-meghalaya-limestone-mining-project-called-off-amid-protests</loc>
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<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-22/9ulms54o/IMG-20260522-WA0176.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>A stationary truck was burned down at a distance by the miscreants.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-22T14:30:07.665Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Public hearing on Rs 1,800 crore Meghalaya limestone mining project called off amid protests</news:title>
<news:keywords>India, Protest, limestone mining, cement plant</news:keywords>
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</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/rajasthan/2026/May/22/rajasthan-hc-directs-state-government-to-hold-panchayat-municipal-polls-by-july-31-2026</loc>
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<image:caption>Rajasthan High Court</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-22T14:24:58.119Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Rajasthan HC directs state government to hold panchayat, municipal polls by July 31, 2026</news:title>
<news:keywords>Rajasthan, Rajasthan High Court, Local body polls</news:keywords>
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</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/india/2026/May/22/centre-elevates-manipur-dgp-rajiv-singh-to-top-security-post-in-cabinet-secretariat-2</loc>
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<image:caption>Manipur Director General of Police (DGP) Rajiv Singh appointed as Secretary (Security) in the Cabinet Secretariat.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-22T14:23:57.181Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Centre elevates Manipur DGP Rajiv Singh to top security post in Cabinet Secretariat</news:title>
<news:keywords>India, security, Cabinet Secretariat, Manipur DGP</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/india/2026/May/22/cbse-website-glitch-alleged-as-students-report-erratic-fee-spikes-for-answer-sheet-evaluation</loc>
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<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-22/ev5pj6gj/cbse_screenshot.jfif</image:loc>
<image:caption>Screenshots shared widely on social media showed the same service being priced at Rs 8,000, then jumping to Rs 67,000, and even bizarre figures like Rs 69,420 per subject.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-22T14:19:17.708Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>CBSE website glitch alleged as students report erratic fee spikes for answer sheet evaluation</news:title>
<news:keywords>India, CBSE, glitch, answer sheet</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/lifestyle/health/2026/May/22/mental-disorders-now-worlds-leading-cause-of-disability-lancet-study</loc>
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<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-22/8s0gwdzg/C_53_1_CH0950_4325930.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Image used for representative purposes only.</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-22T14:18:30.349Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Mental disorders now world’s leading cause of disability: Lancet Study</news:title>
<news:keywords>Health, disability, Lancet study, mental disorders</news:keywords>
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</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/maharashtra/2026/May/22/mahayuti-rift-surfaces-as-shinde-pulls-up-ministers-over-anti-ncp-remarks</loc>
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<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2025-08-03/2m50kpa0/eknath-shinde-picture092912.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Maharashtra DCM Eknath Shinde</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-22T14:09:08.988Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Mahayuti rift surfaces as Shinde pulls up ministers over anti-NCP remarks</news:title>
<news:keywords>Maharashtra, NCP, Eknath Shinde, Mahayuti</news:keywords>
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</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/india/2026/May/22/india-on-ebola-watch-health-ministry-issues-nationwide-advisory</loc>
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<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-22/u2yywi8u/Ebola-woman-mourns-her-child.webp</image:loc>
<image:caption>A woman mourns her child, who died of Ebola, at the General Hospital in Bunia, Congo, Thursday, May 21, 2026.</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-22T14:03:18.804Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>India on Ebola watch: Health ministry issues nationwide advisory</news:title>
<news:keywords>Ebola advisory, India, Ebola outbreak, Health ministry on Ebola</news:keywords>
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</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/west-bengal/2026/May/22/jhargram-jhalmuri-vendor-who-served-pm-modi-alleges-he-received-death-threats-police-launch-probe</loc>
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<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-22/hru9tvfn/69b50d26d0c54a5482a0b82626e610aa.png</image:loc>
<image:caption>Vikram Shaw serving jhalmuri to PM Modi during an election campaign in West Bengal.</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-22T13:51:39.346Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Jhargram jhalmuri vendor who served PM Modi alleges he received death threats; police launch probe</news:title>
<news:keywords>West Bengal, PM Modi, probe, death threat, jhalmuri vendor</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/india/2026/May/22/pregabalin-brought-under-schedule-h1-to-curb-misuse-tighten-prescription-norms-centre</loc>
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<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-22/4mboediy/202605223797251.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Centre brings Pregabalin drug under Schedule H1 to prevent misuse, boost regulation.</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-22T13:43:38.515Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Pregabalin brought under Schedule H1 to curb misuse, tighten prescription norms: Centre</news:title>
<news:keywords>India, Health, misuse, prescription, Pregabalin</news:keywords>
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</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/india/2026/May/22/ed-swoops-into-action-in-neet-ug-2026-paper-leak-case-traces-money-trail</loc>
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<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-12/co8lfsuc/C_53_1_CH1537_44003935.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>National Testing Agency cancelled the NEET (UG) 2026 exam conducted on May 3 amid allegations of paper leak.</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-22T13:15:55.584Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>ED swoops into action in NEET UG 2026 paper leak case, traces money trail</news:title>
<news:keywords>India, ED, NEET UG 2026</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/india/2026/May/22/bjp-mp-harbhajan-singh-accuses-aap-of-selling-rajya-sabha-tickets</loc>
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<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2025-11-17/uwoabqxi/Harbhajan-Singh.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Former Indian cricketer Harbhajan Singh.</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-22T12:47:52.613Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>BJP MP Harbhajan Singh accuses AAP of 'selling' Rajya Sabha tickets</news:title>
<news:keywords>India, aap, Harbhajan Singh, Rajya Sabha tickets</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/uttar-pradesh/2026/May/22/uttar-pradesh-may-introduce-uniform-dress-code-in-government-colleges-universities</loc>
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<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-01-31/2e5qmq6b/31take_1061134.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Image used for representative purpose.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-22T12:46:12.072Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Uttar Pradesh may introduce uniform dress code in government colleges, universities</news:title>
<news:keywords>Uttar Pradesh, University, government college, uniform dress code</news:keywords>
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</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/gujarat/2026/May/22/bjp-mp-mansukh-vasava-alleges-liquor-gambling-racket-in-gujarat-claims-police-political-nexus</loc>
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<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-22/k72yrji4/BJP-MP-Mansukh-Vasava.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Gujarat BJP MP Mansukh Vasava and the letter he wrote to Gujarat Home Minister Harsh Sanghavi.</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-22T12:24:58.375Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>BJP MP Mansukh Vasava alleges liquor, gambling racket in Gujarat; claims police-political nexus</news:title>
<news:keywords>Gujarat, gambling, Mansukh Vasava, liquor racket</news:keywords>
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</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/uttar-pradesh/2026/May/22/speculation-rises-over-early-up-assembly-polls-ahead-of-census-2027-political-circles-say</loc>
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<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-22/hupaqnpw/ElectronicvotingmachineEPS35456.jpg.jpeg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Image used for representative purpose.</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-22T12:10:55.754Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Speculation rises over early UP Assembly polls ahead of Census 2027, political circles say</news:title>
<news:keywords>Uttar Pradesh, Census 2027, Uttar Pradesh assembly election 2027</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/india/2026/May/22/tough-decisions-taken-after-neet-ug-paper-leak-centre-aims-for-100-error-free-re-test-pradhan</loc>
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<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-22/r7nfdnbq/Dharmendra-Pradhan.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Union Minister of Education Dharmendra Pradhan addresses a press conference at his residence in New Delhi, May 15, 2026.</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-22T12:09:01.607Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>'Tough decisions' taken after NEET UG paper leak, Centre aims for 100% error-free re-test: Pradhan</news:title>
<news:keywords>India, Dharmendra Pradhan, NEET-UG paper leak, NEET-UG re-examination</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/business/2026/May/22/indias-forex-reserves-fall-by-894-billion-to-68889-billion-shows-rbi-data</loc>
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<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2025-11-21/k2wejiax/202511213582793.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>For the week ended May 15, foreign currency assets, a major component of the reserves, decreased by USD 6.483 billion to USD 545.904 billion, the central bank's data showed.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-22T12:05:37.907Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>India’s forex reserves fall by $8.94 billion to $688.89 billion, shows RBI data</news:title>
<news:keywords>Business, PM Modi, Reserve Bank of India, Forex Reserve</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/world/2026/May/22/us-says-slight-progress-in-iran-talks-amid-uncertainty-on-whether-war-will-resume</loc>
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<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-22/fhkt2umn/Marco-Rubio-1.webp</image:loc>
<image:caption>United States Secretary of State Marco Rubio attends a meeting of the North Atlantic Council in NATO foreign ministers format in Helsingborg, Sweden, Friday, May 22, 2026.</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-22T12:01:11.765Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>US says ‘slight progress’ in Iran talks amid uncertainty on whether war will resume</news:title>
<news:keywords>World, US President Donald Trump, West Asia conflict, US Secretary of State Marco Rubio, Iran War</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/india/2026/May/22/cbi-raids-seven-places-across-mumbai-and-ahmedabad-in-two-separate-cases-related-to-bank-fraud</loc>
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<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2025-10-25/ye5zeqj4/202510253552629.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>The searches have resulted in the seizure of incriminating documents, and further investigation is underway.</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-05-22T12:00:42.183Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>CBI raids seven places across Mumbai and Ahmedabad in two separate cases related to bank fraud </news:title>
<news:keywords>India, Mumbai, CBI, Ahmedabad, Bank fraud</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/business/2026/May/22/rbi-to-transfer-rs-287-lakh-crore-surplus-funds-to-centre</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/TNIE/import/2021/5/22/original/RBI_PTI123.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>The RBI’s gross income rose 26.42 per cent over the previous year, while expenditure before risk provisions increased 27.60 per cent.</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-22T11:53:11.983Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>RBI to transfer Rs 2.87 lakh crore surplus funds to Centre</news:title>
<news:keywords>Business, RBI, centre, surplus funds</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/world/2026/May/22/pushed-to-the-limit-republicans-in-us-congress-show-rare-defiance-to-trumps-demands</loc>
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<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-22/9em3qpxg/AP26141654224639.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>US President Donald Trump attends an event in the Oval Office at the White House, Thursday, May 21, 2026, in Washington.</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-22T11:52:46.153Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Pushed to the limit, Republicans in US Congress show rare defiance to Trump's demands</news:title>
<news:keywords>World, Donald Trump, US Congress, congressional Republicans</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/india/2026/May/22/landslide-at-shimla-in-2025-an-act-of-god-nhai-tells-ngt-rejecting-compensation-claim</loc>
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<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2025-08-05/nzufy7hu/C_53_1_CH1509_40360743.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Debris and uprooted trees block a road after a landslide triggered by heavy rains in Shimla in 2025.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-22T11:45:36.998Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Landslide at Shimla in 2025 an 'act of god', NHAI tells NGT, rejecting compensation claim</news:title>
<news:keywords>India, landslide, NGT, NHAI, compensation claim</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/madhya-pradesh/2026/May/22/twisha-sharma-death-case-madhya-pradesh-hc-allows-second-postmortem-husband-withdraws-bail-plea</loc>
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<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-22/ed1jxkat/202605213796217.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Twisha Sharma (R) with her husband Samarth Singh.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-22T11:38:44.010Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Twisha Sharma death case: Madhya Pradesh HC allows second postmortem; husband withdraws bail plea</news:title>
<news:keywords>Madhya Pradesh, India, postmortem, Twisha Sharma, Samarth Singh, Twisha Sharma Death Case, Giribala Singh</news:keywords>
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</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/india/2026/May/22/ranchi-businessman-held-after-chhattisgarh-bjp-leader-accuses-him-of-rape-extortion-and-cheating-2</loc>
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<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/TNIE/import/2021/9/21/original/_Priest-arrest12__.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Image used for representational purposes only.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-22T11:28:48.336Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Ranchi businessman held after Chhattisgarh BJP leader accuses him of rape, extortion and cheating</news:title>
<news:keywords>India, BJP, Chhattisgarh, Ranchi Businessman Rape</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/videos/videos-nation/2026/May/22/death-threats-caste-attacks-and-insect-videos-how-netizens-attacked-the-cockroach-janta-party</loc>
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<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-22/rrmqhsiz/WhatsApp-Image-2026-05-22-at-16.49.20.jpeg</image:loc>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-22T11:22:55.739Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Death threats, caste attacks and insect videos: How netizens attacked the Cockroach Janta Party</news:title>
<news:keywords>cockroach janta party, abhijeet dipke</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/kerala/2026/May/22/a-celebration-of-survival-2</loc>
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<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-22/oiry43cg/book-1.jpg</image:loc>
</image:image><image:image>
<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-22/qzv8hi8m/poet.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Lucille Clifton</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-05-22T11:21:56.650Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>A celebration of survival</news:title>
<news:keywords>Kerala, poetry, Lucille Clifton</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/india/2026/May/22/website-disruptions-cbse-pushes-deadline-to-obtain-scanned-copies-of-class-12-answer-sheets-to-may-24</loc>
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<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/TNIE/import/2021/12/7/original/CBSEstudents.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Image used for representational purposes only.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-22T11:15:52.941Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>'Website disruptions': CBSE pushes deadline to obtain scanned copies of Class-12 answer sheets to May 24 </news:title>
<news:keywords>India, CBSE, Class-12 answer sheets, website disruptions</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/lifestyle/health/2026/May/22/how-thyroid-disorders-impact-womens-health-2</loc>
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<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-22/37fh13wz/6683842043758.JPG</image:loc>
</image:image><image:image>
<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-22/fmqqu3oq/DR-NIBU-DOMINIC043904.JPG</image:loc>
<image:caption>Dr Nibu Dominic</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-05-22T11:15:44.729Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>How thyroid disorders impact women’s health</news:title>
<news:keywords>Health, Health, Thyroid disorders</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/kerala/2026/May/22/keralas-youngsters-are-turning-to-strangers-camps-for-connection</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-22/wwi9ox8h/Oppam-4.jpeg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Scene from Oppam strangers camp</image:caption>
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<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-22/lmnnb2hk/Oppam.jpeg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Scene from Oppam strangers camp</image:caption>
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<image:caption>Scene from Exploria Travel Time strangers camp</image:caption>
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<image:caption>Scene from Exploria Travel Time strangers camp</image:caption>
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<image:caption>Scene from Exploria She Yathra strangers camp</image:caption>
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<image:caption>Scene from Tripko Travel Time strangers camp</image:caption>
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<image:caption>Scenes from Team Sarkeet strangers camp</image:caption>
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<image:caption>Scenes from Team Sarkeet strangers camp</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-22T11:11:54.866Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Kerala’s youngsters are turning to strangers camps for connection</news:title>
<news:keywords>Kerala, youngsters, strangers camps, new trend</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/india/2026/May/22/decided-to-bring-back-to-india-some-persons-deported-to-bangladesh-centre-to-sc-2</loc>
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<image:caption>A view of the Supreme Court of India in New Delhi.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-22T11:11:01.994Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Decided to bring back to India some persons deported to Bangladesh: Centre to SC</news:title>
<news:keywords>India, Supreme Court of India, Bangladesh Deportation, Sunali Khatun</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/gujarat/2026/May/22/customs-seize-foreign-ganja-worth-rs-20-crore-at-ahmedabad-airport-passenger-from-bangkok-arrested</loc>
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<image:caption>The contraband worth more than Rs 20 crore seized from the passenger arriving from Bangkok.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-22T11:04:19.435Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Customs seize foreign ganja worth Rs 20 crore at Ahmedabad airport; passenger from Bangkok arrested</news:title>
<news:keywords>Gujarat, arrest, Ganja, drug trade, Ahmedabad airport</news:keywords>
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<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/india/2026/May/22/would-kasab-get-bail-over-trial-delay-centre-asks-sc-amid-bail-relief-to-two-delhi-riots-accused</loc>
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<image:caption>A view of the Supreme Court of India premises in New Delhi</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-22T11:02:11.769Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>'Would Kasab get bail over trial delay?': Centre asks SC amid bail relief to two Delhi riots accused</news:title>
<news:keywords>India, UAPA, Supreme Court of India, 2020 Delhi riots case</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/express-connect/2026/May/22/ro-uv-or-uf-which-commercial-water-purification-system-is-right-for-your-business</loc>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-22T10:59:04.139Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>RO, UV, or UF - Which Commercial Water Purification System Is Right for Your Business?</news:title>
<news:keywords>Express Connect</news:keywords>
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<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/uttar-pradesh/2026/May/22/300-booked-for-violent-clashes-during-dalit-wedding-procession-in-mathura</loc>
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<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-06/drqoqbvy/202605063777864.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Image used for representational purposes only.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-22T10:50:44.430Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>300 booked for violent clashes during Dalit wedding procession in Mathura</news:title>
<news:keywords>Uttar Pradesh, Mathura, ​Uttar Pradesh, violent clashes, Dalit wedding procession</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/sport/football/2026/May/22/pep-guardiola-to-step-down-after-glittering-decade-at-man-city</loc>
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<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2024-08-13/k9a8lxqc/AP24223436181779.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Manchester City's head coach Pep Guardiola</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-22T10:44:47.055Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Pep Guardiola to step down after glittering decade at Man City</news:title>
<news:keywords>Football, Pep Guardiola, Manchester City, English Premier League</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/sport/football/2026/May/22/michael-carrick-signs-new-two-year-contract-as-manchester-united-head-coach</loc>
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<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-01-14/98wspryx/AP26006618696845.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Michael Carrick will remain in charge of Manchester United next season after guiding the club to a third-placed finish in the Premier League.</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-22T10:44:13.626Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Michael Carrick signs new two-year contract as Manchester United head coach</news:title>
<news:keywords>Football, Manchester United, English Premier League, Michael Carrick</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/sport/football/2026/May/22/world-cup-co-host-mexico-traces-its-soccer-roots-to-miners-from-cornwall</loc>
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<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-22/xkffx1z6/Mexico-Football-Museum.webp</image:loc>
<image:caption>A soccer ball and a medal from 1902 are on display at the Football Museum in Pachuca, Hidalgo state, Mexico, Thursday, May 14, 2026.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-22T10:38:02.203Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>World Cup co-host Mexico traces its soccer roots to miners from Cornwall</news:title>
<news:keywords>Football, FIFA World Cup, miners, Mexican soccer, Cornwall</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/videos/videos-nation/2026/May/22/vijay-expands-tn-cabinet-with-23-ministers-congress-joins-state-government-after-60-years</loc>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-22T10:32:14.588Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Vijay expands TN cabinet with 23 ministers; Congress joins state government after 60 years</news:title>
<news:keywords>TN cabinet, TVK VIjay's Cabinet, Congress ministers in TN Cabinet</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/tamil-nadu/2026/May/22/dmk-mla-sekar-babu-supporters-booked-after-clash-with-tvk-members-during-harbour-polling</loc>
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<image:caption>Former minister and DMK MLA PK Sekar Babu.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-22T10:20:14.634Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>DMK MLA Sekar Babu, supporters booked after clash with TVK members during Harbour polling</news:title>
<news:keywords>Tamil Nadu, Clash, booked, PK Sekar Babu, TVK</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/world/2026/May/22/nato-allies-bewildered-by-trumps-about-face-on-us-troop-moves-in-europe</loc>
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<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-22/i1ghtdok/Swedish-Foreign-Minister.webp</image:loc>
<image:caption>Swedish Foreign Minister Maria Malmer Stenergard speaks to media at the NATO Foreign Ministers' meeting in Helsingborg, Sweden, Friday, May 22, 2026.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-22T10:14:07.089Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>NATO allies bewildered by Trump’s about-face on US troop moves in Europe</news:title>
<news:keywords>World, Europe, US troops, US President Donald Trump, NATO allies</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/uttar-pradesh/2026/May/22/bjp-rule-has-pushed-up-into-miserable-condition-sp-bsp-attack-yogi-govt-over-power-crisis</loc>
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<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-22/cviawj3m/Akhilesh-and-Mayawati.png</image:loc>
<image:caption>(L-R) Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav and Bahujan Samaj Party chief Mayawati.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-22T10:03:02.936Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>'BJP rule has pushed UP into miserable condition': SP, BSP attack Yogi govt over power crisis</news:title>
<news:keywords>Uttar Pradesh, India, Mayawati, Akhilesh Yadav, Yogi Adityanath, ​Uttar Pradesh, UP Power Crisis</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/gujarat/2026/May/22/paperless-governance-gujarat-govt-begins-to-link-district-taluka-level-offices-to-states-online-rti-portal</loc>
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<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-02-19/66zecd88/Screenshot-2026-02-19-105703.png</image:loc>
<image:caption>Thousands of RTI applicants continued struggling with the outdated offline filing system.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-22T10:00:44.458Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>'Paperless governance': Gujarat govt begins to link district, taluka-level offices to State’s online RTI portal</news:title>
<news:keywords>Gujarat, Gujarat govt, RTI portal, paperless governance</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/world/2026/May/22/residents-burn-an-ebola-treatment-center-in-congo-as-anger-grows-over-the-outbreak</loc>
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<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-22/u2yywi8u/Ebola-woman-mourns-her-child.webp</image:loc>
<image:caption>A woman mourns her child, who died of Ebola, at the General Hospital in Bunia, Congo, Thursday, May 21, 2026.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-22T09:51:47.854Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Residents burn an Ebola treatment center in Congo as anger grows over the outbreak</news:title>
<news:keywords>World, Congo, WHO, Ebola cases</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/business/2026/May/22/india-isnt-at-war-with-iran-or-the-middle-east-but-its-our-domestic-currency-thats-going-ballistic</loc>
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<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2025-05-19/ceacxmom/8412764668d37687c1a70a43c7958a2e.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Image used for representational purposes only.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-22T09:33:05.920Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>India isn't at war with Iran or the Middle East, but it's our domestic currency that's going ballistic</news:title>
<news:keywords>Business, Reserve Bank of India, Indian Rupee, West Asia conflict, Iran War</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/madhya-pradesh/2026/May/22/madhya-pradesh-govt-proposes-to-transfer-twisha-sharma-dowry-death-probe-to-cbi</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-22/jxifll8n/202605203794824.jpeg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Actress-model Twisha Sharma, who allegedly faced dowry harassment and died last week.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-22T09:12:30.331Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Madhya Pradesh govt proposes to transfer Twisha Sharma dowry death probe to CBI</news:title>
<news:keywords>Madhya Pradesh, India, Dowry death, CBI investigation, Twisha Sharma</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/india/2026/May/22/ncert-book-row-sc-modifies-earlier-order-concerning-3-academics-over-judiciary-corruption-chapter</loc>
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<image:caption>A view of the Supreme Court of India premises in New Delhi.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-22T09:01:34.418Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>NCERT book row: SC modifies earlier order concerning 3 academics over judiciary 'corruption' chapter</news:title>
<news:keywords>India, Supreme Court of India, corruption in judiciary, NCERT textbook row</news:keywords>
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<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/india/2026/May/22/jharkhand-hc-takes-suo-motu-cognisance-of-alleged-sexual-assault-of-woman-inmate-in-ranchi-jail</loc>
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<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-01-16/n0ipje7i/202511243585525.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Jharkhand High Court</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-22T08:58:05.175Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Jharkhand HC takes suo motu cognisance of alleged sexual assault of woman inmate in Ranchi jail</news:title>
<news:keywords>India, sexual assault, Jharkhand High Court, Ranchi jail</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/tamil-nadu/2026/May/22/dmks-bent-coconut-tree-jibe-at-vck-sparks-row-after-tvk-cabinet-entry-stalin-urges-restraint</loc>
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<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-22/qj4nj5ad/Edapadi-velujjjjhhhhhhhbb.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>DMK deputy general secretary A Raja, VCK chief Thirumavalavan.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-22T08:50:13.041Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>DMK’s 'bent coconut tree' jibe at VCK sparks row after TVK Cabinet entry; Stalin urges restraint</news:title>
<news:keywords>Tamil Nadu, DMK, VCK, Tamil Nadu CM Joseph Vijay, TVK cabinet expansion</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/odisha/2026/May/22/six-including-two-children-killed-in-road-accident-in-ganjam</loc>
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<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-22/9aawwt6e/bbef1473-8c85-4718-8db2-e7240c0c01f9.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>The impact was so severe that the bus dragged the auto-rickshaw for several metres, leaving all its occupants severely injured.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-22T08:50:07.290Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Six, including two children, killed in road accident in Ganjam</news:title>
<news:keywords>Odisha, road accident, Ganjam, Ladkapalli Chhak</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/india/2026/May/22/hm-amit-shah-promises-smart-border-plan-rollout-vows-crackdown-against-illegal-immigrants</loc>
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<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-22/9lsztf7m/PTI05222026000062B.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Union Home Minister Amit Shah</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-22T08:35:34.697Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>HM Amit Shah promises ‘Smart Border’ plan rollout, vows crackdown against illegal immigrants</news:title>
<news:keywords>India, Amit Shah, Illegal immigrants, Smart Border</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/india/2026/May/22/32000-blos-to-launch-door-to-door-voter-roll-revision-drive-in-jharkhand-from-june-30</loc>
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<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-01-01/o9dpuikg/202601013625492.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>The CEO clarified that the SIR exercise is being conducted only for Indian citizens, and no foreign citizen, even if residing in Jharkhand, will be included in the process. (Photo: IANS)</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-22T08:18:29.382Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>32,000 BLOs to launch door-to-door voter roll revision drive in Jharkhand from June 30</news:title>
<news:keywords>India, door-to-door voter roll revision drive</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/sport/other/2026/May/22/federation-competition-opening-day-sees-long-distance-athlete-faint-immediately-attended-to-by-officials</loc>
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<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-22/u2v6fhkt/WhatsApp-Image-2026-05-22-at-13.05.13.jpeg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Karnataka athlete Shivaji M being attended to by officials and coaches</image:caption>
</image:image><image:image>
<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-22/jawxldsp/1000573991.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Bihar's Vibhaskar Kumar</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-22T08:14:27.242Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Federation competition: Opening day sees long-distance athlete faint, immediately attended to by officials</news:title>
<news:keywords>Other</news:keywords>
</news:news>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/ampstories/web-stories/2026/May/22/ebola-outbreak-declared-global-emergency-is-there-a-cure</loc>
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<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-22/s4i3iiju/1.jpg</image:loc>
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<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-22/pj99cv25/5.jpg</image:loc>
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<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-22/d2shyffh/2.jpg</image:loc>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-05-22T08:11:46.398Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Ebola outbreak declared global emergency: Is there a cure?</news:title>
<news:keywords>Web Stories, Ebola outbreak, Africa Ebola Outbreak</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/ampstories/web-stories/2026/May/22/india-reels-under-severe-heatwave-as-imd-issues-red-alert-across-multiple-regions</loc>
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<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-22/fwiiqx3a/3.jpg</image:loc>
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<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-22/33d5sibj/4.jpg</image:loc>
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<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-22/lcjibrzu/5.jpg</image:loc>
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<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-22/sm35knp8/6.jpg</image:loc>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-05-22T08:04:27.145Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>India reels under severe heatwave as IMD issues red alert across multiple regions</news:title>
<news:keywords>Web Stories, Red Alert, Severe heatwave</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/india/2026/May/22/delhi-hc-raps-wfi-over-vinesh-phogats-ineligibility-seeks-review-panel-for-asian-games-trial-entry</loc>
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<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2024-08-07/jzfxoja4/Vinesh%20Phogat.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Wrestler Vinesh Phogat at the 2024 Summer Olympics, in Paris, France, Tuesday, Aug. 6, 2024.</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-05-22T07:41:17.352Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Delhi HC raps WFI over Vinesh Phogat’s ineligibility, seeks review panel for Asian Games trial entry</news:title>
<news:keywords>India, Delhi, Vinesh Phogat, Wrestling Federation of India, WFI, Vinesh Phogat disqualification</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/world/2026/May/22/two-indians-die-while-descending-from-everest-summit-says-official-3</loc>
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<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-22/m21cdqj4/Mount-Everest-mountaineers.webp</image:loc>
<image:caption>A trail of mountaineers' headlamps is visible from Everest Base Camp as climbers ascend toward the summit of Mount Everest, Nepal, Thursday, April 30, 2026.</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-05-22T07:34:18.052Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Two Indians die while descending from Everest summit, says official</news:title>
<news:keywords>World, Mount Everest, Two Indian mountaineers, Expedition Operators Association of Nepal</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/delhi/2026/May/22/delhi-riots-case-high-court-grants-three-day-interim-bail-to-umar-khalid</loc>
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<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-21/wxabetqx/ANI_20260521141043.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Umar Khalid gets three days interim bail.</image:caption>
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<news:name>newindianexpress</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-05-22T07:29:39.129Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Delhi riots case: High Court grants three-day interim bail to Umar Khalid</news:title>
<news:keywords>Delhi, Delhi High Court, Umar Khalid, 2020 Delhi riots case</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/sport/other/2026/May/22/hockey-india-announces-indian-womens-squad-for-u18-asia-cup-2026</loc>
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<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-22/apdvyczd/ANI_20260522063233.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Hockey India announces Indian Women's squad for U18 Asia Cup 2026</image:caption>
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<news:name>newindianexpress</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-05-22T07:19:39.261Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Hockey India announces Indian Women's squad for U18 Asia Cup 2026</news:title>
<news:keywords>Other, Hockey India, Indian Women's squad, U18 Asia Cup 2026</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/entertainment/malayalam/2026/May/22/eko-wins-big-at-35th-padmarajan-awards-dinjith-ayyathan-chosen-best-director</loc>
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<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/cinemaexpress/2025-12-02/urjd2alk/DinjithAyyathanEko.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Dinjith Ayyathan (L), Poster of Eko (R)</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-05-22T07:13:09.897Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>'Eko' wins big at 35th Padmarajan Awards; Dinjith Ayyathan chosen best director</news:title>
<news:keywords>Malayalam, Padmarajan Awards, 'Eko' movie</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/world/2026/May/22/florida-biologist-fired-over-charlie-kirk-post-after-his-death-wins-485000-settlement</loc>
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<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2025-09-11/o4wyw6zp/AP25254008658482.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Well-wishers pay their respects at a makeshift memorial at the national headquarters of Turning Point USA after the shooting death of Charlie Kirk, CEO of the organization, during a Utah college event Wednesday, Sept. 10, 2025, in Phoenix.</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-05-22T07:08:28.308Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Florida biologist fired over Charlie Kirk post after his death wins $485,000 settlement</news:title>
<news:keywords>World, Charlie Kirk post, Florida biologist</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/world/2026/May/22/trump-calls-off-ai-executive-order-over-concern-it-could-weaken-us-tech-edge</loc>
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<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-22/77spmas0/US-President-Donald-Trump.webp</image:loc>
<image:caption>US President Donald Trump speaks during an event about loosening a federal refrigerant rule, in the Oval Office at the White House, Thursday, May 21, 2026, in Washington.</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-05-22T06:56:34.228Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Trump calls off AI executive order over concern it could weaken US tech edge</news:title>
<news:keywords>World, artificial intelligence, US President Donald Trump</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/india/2026/May/22/bangladeshi-graphic-designer-held-in-punjab-over-nationwide-bomb-threat-email-racket</loc>
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<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-28/63xfneuv/Two-held-over.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Representative image</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-05-22T06:55:02.226Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Bangladeshi graphic designer held in Punjab over nationwide bomb threat email racket</news:title>
<news:keywords>India, bomb threat email racket</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/tamil-nadu/2026/May/22/rajya-sabha-bypoll-from-tamil-nadu-to-be-held-on-june-18</loc>
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<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-07/wcmkggat/CEC-Gyanesh-Kumar.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar addresses mediapersons in New Delhi.</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-05-22T06:54:42.239Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Rajya Sabha bypoll from Tamil Nadu to be held on June 18</news:title>
<news:keywords>Tamil Nadu, Tamil Nadu Rajya Sabha elections</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/india/2026/May/22/scandalous-dishonest-congress-expresses-shock-over-nta-claims-on-neet-ug-paper-leak</loc>
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<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-22/lzgwuwqr/ANI_20251208092126.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Congress general secretary in-charge of communications Jairam Ramesh.</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-05-22T06:43:27.571Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>'Scandalous, dishonest': Congress expresses shock over NTA claims on NEET UG paper 'leak'</news:title>
<news:keywords>India, National Testing Agency (NTA), NEET paper leak case, Congress general secretary Jairam Ramesh</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/india/2026/May/22/punjab-man-arrested-for-transmitting-army-movements-using-live-highway-cctv-feed-to-pakistan-handlers</loc>
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<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-22/o9vqjvob/tplovrm8punjab-spy-network625x30022May26.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>The accused, Baljit Singh, a resident of Chakk Dhariwal village, confessed that he had installed an internet-based CCTV camera at a shop near a bridge on the Pathankot-Jammu highway in January</image:caption>
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<news:name>newindianexpress</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-05-22T06:24:48.051Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Punjab man arrested for transmitting Army movements using live highway CCTV feed to Pakistan handlers</news:title>
<news:keywords>India, Punjab Police, spying for Pakistan</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/india/2026/May/22/had-a-fruitful-meeting-with-council-of-ministers-pm-modi-after-45-hour-meet</loc>
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<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-22/zra28ur1/HI46kRkbkAETrTE.jfif</image:loc>
<image:caption>The over four-hour meeting on Thursday evening was attended by Cabinet ministers, Ministers of State (Independent Charge), and Ministers of State. It marked the first Council of Ministers meeting of the year.</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-05-22T06:17:07.459Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>'Had a fruitful meeting with Council of Ministers': PM Modi after 4.5-hour meet</news:title>
<news:keywords>India, Narendra Modi, PM Modi, Council of Ministers, Viksit Bharat</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/videos/videos-nation/2026/May/22/siddaramaiahs-3-years-as-karnataka-cm-present-a-mixed-picture</loc>
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<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-22/ickjphb2/WhatsApp-Image-2026-05-19-at-19.31.38.jpeg</image:loc>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-05-22T06:15:54.559Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Siddaramaiah's 3 years as Karnataka CM present a mixed picture</news:title>
<news:keywords>siddaramaiah, dk shivakumar, karnataka, congress</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/india/2026/May/22/supreme-court-to-hear-plea-against-cbses-three-language-mandate-for-class-9</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2025-03-20/0unyf6yg/Supreme%20Court%20of%20India.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>A view of the Supreme Court of India in New Delhi.</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-05-22T06:03:57.820Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Supreme Court to hear plea against CBSE’s three-language mandate for Class 9</news:title>
<news:keywords>India, CBSE, three-language policy, Class 9</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/world/2026/May/22/oil-market-risks-red-zone-by-summer-iea-chief-warns</loc>
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<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-22/gv23wzvd/C_53_1_CH1386_4377654.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>International Energy Agency head Fatih Birol.</image:caption>
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<news:publication>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-05-22T06:02:53.067Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Oil market risks 'red zone' by summer, IEA chief warns</news:title>
<news:keywords>World, Oil prices, IEA chief Fatih Birol, Global oil market, global oil supply</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/lifestyle/books/2026/May/22/the-games-afoot-as-armchair-detectives-mark-sherlock-holmes-day</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-22/y8wu3gfb/Sherlock-Holmes.webp</image:loc>
<image:caption>Philip Porter, playing Sherlock Holmes, looking through a magnifying glass during an event recreating the fateful confrontation between Sherlock Holmes and Professor Moriarty by the members of the Sherlock Homes Society of London, at the Reichenbach Falls, Switzerland, May 3, 2026.</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-05-22T06:02:20.703Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>The game’s afoot as armchair detectives mark Sherlock Holmes Day</news:title>
<news:keywords>Books, Sherlock Holmes Day, modern detective fiction, Sir Arthur Conan Doyle</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/andhra-pradesh/2026/May/22/gvmc-chief-directs-sterilisation-of-100-dogs-daily-at-abc-centre</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-22/1k3bh9r6/WhatsApp-Image-2026-05-22-at-10.25.04-AM.jpeg</image:loc>
<image:caption>GVMC Commissioner Ketan Garg visits ABC centre at Arilova in the East Zone.</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-05-22T05:57:57.097Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>GVMC chief directs sterilisation of 100 dogs daily at ABC centre</news:title>
<news:keywords>Andhra Pradesh, Greater Visakhapatnam Municipal Corporation, Dog sterilisation</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/tamil-nadu/2026/May/22/vendors-encroachments-back-in-tiruchys-teppakulam</loc>
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<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-22/pb0wlwpb/WhatsApp-Image-2026-05-22-at-11.07.11-AM.jpeg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Commuters say the cleared spaces around Teppakulam are increasingly being used for haphazard two-wheeler parking by customers visiting nearby textile and commercial establishments.</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-05-22T05:53:28.008Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Vendors, encroachments back in Tiruchy's Teppakulam</news:title>
<news:keywords>Tamil Nadu, Tiruchy, Road encroachments</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/india/2026/May/22/red-alert-for-north-central-india-as-tempature-soars-ups-banda-hottest-district-in-country</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-22/l2z8sng5/1-53-21051-pti05212026000314b.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>People walk with their faces covered to protect themselves from the heatwave on a hot summer day, in Prayagraj, Thursday, May 21, 2026.</image:caption>
</image:image><image:image>
<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-21/mroki92s/Screenshot-2026-05-22-014859.jpg</image:loc>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-05-22T05:47:44.899Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Red alert for north, central India as temperature soars, UP's Banda hottest district in country</news:title>
<news:keywords>India, Red Alert, IMD, Heatwave, Banda</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/world/2026/May/22/trump-says-he-is-sending-5000-more-troops-to-poland-stirring-confusion-about-us-presence-in-europe</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-22/dpp7cgye/AP26141697300440.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>President Donald Trump attends an event about loosening a federal refrigerant rule, in the Oval Office at the White House, Thursday, May 21, 2026, in Washington.</image:caption>
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<news:publication>
<news:name>newindianexpress</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-05-22T05:44:19.351Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Trump says he is sending 5,000 more troops to Poland, stirring confusion about US presence in Europe</news:title>
<news:keywords>World, US troops, US military, US President  Donald Trump</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/tamil-nadu/2026/May/22/heatwave-intensifies-in-tamil-nadu-chennai-sizzles-at-42c</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-22/z8yngu54/7cefc8f7-35a8-4855-b20d-e1c18f2591c2.jfif</image:loc>
<image:caption>The soaring temperatures continue to make life difficult for residents and visitors across the city</image:caption>
</image:image><news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>newindianexpress</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-05-22T05:35:34.416Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Heatwave intensifies in Tamil Nadu; Chennai sizzles at 42°C</news:title>
<news:keywords>Tamil Nadu, Tamil Nadu, IMD, Heatwave, Chennai heatwave</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/kerala/2026/May/22/thiruvanchoor-radhakrishnan-elected-speaker-of-16th-kerala-assembly</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-22/l4weysgi/IMG2975.jpeg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Thiruvanchoor Radhakrishnan.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-22T05:33:37.815Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Thiruvanchoor Radhakrishnan elected Speaker of 16th Kerala Assembly</news:title>
<news:keywords>Kerala, Thiruvanchoor Radhakrishnan, 16th Kerala Assembly</news:keywords>
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<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/west-bengal/2026/May/22/ed-raids-multiple-locations-in-west-bengal-in-case-against-sona-pappu-ex-kolkata-police-deputy-commissioner</loc>
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<image:caption>Enforcement Directorate (ED) logo.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-22T05:32:52.173Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>ED raids multiple locations in West Bengal in case against Sona Pappu, ex-Kolkata Police deputy commissioner</news:title>
<news:keywords>West Bengal, India, Money laundering case, Enforcement Directorate (ED), Shantanu Sinha Biswas, Biswajit Poddar</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/india/2026/May/22/bjp-plans-nationwide-outreach-campaign-to-mark-12-years-of-nda-government</loc>
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<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-16/8kjdx5sz/PTI05162026000136B.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>In this image released on May 16, 2026, Prime Minister Narendra Modi addresses a community programme, in The Hague, Netherlands.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-22T05:16:24.410Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>BJP plans nationwide outreach campaign to mark 12 years of NDA government</news:title>
<news:keywords>India, PM Modi, NDA government</news:keywords>
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</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/tamil-nadu/2026/May/22/vck-iuml-formally-join-tvk-ministry-vanni-arasu-and-am-shahjahan-inducted-into-cabinet</loc>
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<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-22/cqvu34hy/Edapadi-velujjjjhhhhhhh.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Vanni Arasu (VCK) and AM Shahjahan (IUML), sworn in as Ministers on Friday at the Lok Bhavan.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-22T05:13:00.553Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>VCK, IUML formally join TVK Ministry; Vanni Arasu and AM Shahjahan inducted into Cabinet</news:title>
<news:keywords>Tamil Nadu, VCK, IUML, Vanni Arasu, Tamil Nadu CM Joseph Vijay, AM Shahjahan</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/business/2026/May/22/stock-markets-rebound-in-early-trade</loc>
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<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2025-10-31/xfe54cib/C_53_1_CH1214_41540539.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Representational image.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-22T04:38:40.101Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Stock markets rebound in early trade </news:title>
<news:keywords>Business, stock markets</news:keywords>
</news:news>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/telangana/2026/May/22/buzz-over-union-cabinet-reshuffle-fuels-speculation-in-telangana-bjp-over-mos-bandi-sanjays-future</loc>
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<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-16/xcyfps0h/Bandi-Sanjay-with-son-Bandi-Bhageerath.png</image:loc>
<image:caption>Union Minister Bandi Sanjay Kumar with son Bandi Bhageerath.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-22T04:35:03.682Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Buzz over Union Cabinet reshuffle fuels speculation in Telangana BJP over MoS Bandi Sanjay’s future</news:title>
<news:keywords>Telangana, Union Cabinet Reshuffle, MoS Home Affairs Bandi Sanjay Kumar, Bandi Sai Bhageerath</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/karnataka/2026/May/22/scooter-rider-escapes-after-falling-into-open-manhole-during-bengaluru-downpour</loc>
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<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-21/s6li7mll/Manhole-cover.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Slow-moving traffic at Shivananda Circle flyover.</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-22T04:34:06.032Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Scooter rider escapes after falling into open manhole during Bengaluru downpour</news:title>
<news:keywords>Karnataka, Open manhole</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/business/2026/May/22/rupee-rises-18-paise-to-9618-against-us-dollar-in-early-trade</loc>
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<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/TNIE/import/2017/12/8/original/2016-11-18TECAHaa0GF_RTROPTP_3_INDIA-MODI-CORRUPTION3.JPG</image:loc>
<image:caption>Image used for representational purpose.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-22T04:33:50.981Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Rupee rises 18 paise to 96.18 against US dollar in early trade</news:title>
<news:keywords>Business, US Dollar, Indian Rupee, West Asia conflict, Iran War</news:keywords>
</news:news>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/karnataka/2026/May/22/air-india-aircraft-suffers-tail-strike-at-bengaluru-airport-after-wake-turbulence</loc>
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<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-21/6yv1id8s/20260104105f.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Sources said the larger aircraft generated strong “wake turbulence”, a phenomenon caused by disturbed air currents left behind by an aircraft during takeoff.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-22T04:33:17.249Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Air India aircraft suffers tail strike at Bengaluru airport after wake turbulence</news:title>
<news:keywords>Karnataka, wake turbulence</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/telangana/2026/May/22/over-115-crore-telangana-voters-yet-to-be-mapped-ahead-of-electoral-roll-revision</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2025-12-25/t2hetowr/202512253619000.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Data accessed by TNIE showed that 65.95% of the state’s 3.39 crore electors had been mapped with the last SIR conducted in 2002.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-22T04:31:22.824Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Over 1.15 crore Telangana voters yet to be mapped ahead of electoral roll revision</news:title>
<news:keywords>Telangana, Telangana voters, electoral roll revision</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/telangana/2026/May/22/telangana-reels-under-third-straight-day-of-severe-heatwave</loc>
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<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-22/lwnx0l4t/mercury.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>The Hyderabad Meteorological Centre warned that severe heatwave conditions are likely to persist across northern and eastern Telangana for the next two days.</image:caption>
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<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-22/svhyo7t2/heatwavea.PNG</image:loc>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-22T04:30:09.696Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Telangana reels under third straight day of severe heatwave</news:title>
<news:keywords>Telangana, Heatwave</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/telangana/2026/May/22/telangana-hikes-minimum-wages-for-111-crore-workers</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-21/t3hnt1p7/Revanth.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy leaves the Secretariat after addressing a press conference on Thursday.</image:caption>
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<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-22/5zr3zs15/workers.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>pic: Sri Loganathan Velmurugan</image:caption>
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<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-22/uzoj6rsx/workersa.PNG</image:loc>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-22T04:29:09.555Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Telangana hikes minimum wages for 1.11 crore workers</news:title>
<news:keywords>Telangana, minimum wages</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/telangana/2026/May/22/bhageerath-didnt-surrender-he-was-arrested-asserts-telangana-cm-revanth</loc>
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<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2025-10-19/94v3hekr/Revanth%20Reddy.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Telangana Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-22T04:28:08.497Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Bhageerath didn’t surrender, he was arrested, asserts Telangana CM Revanth </news:title>
<news:keywords>Telangana, Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy’</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/telangana/2026/May/22/telangana-government-doctors-association-raises-concern-over-delay-in-transfer-process</loc>
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<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2025-05-15/jvyi8aqo/Screenshot-2025-05-15-111340.png</image:loc>
<image:caption>Image used for representational purposes only.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-22T04:26:34.282Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Telangana Government Doctors' Association raises concern over delay in transfer process</news:title>
<news:keywords>Telangana, TGGDA, transfer delay</news:keywords>
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</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/telangana/2026/May/22/telangana-cm-revanth-demands-a-special-parliament-session-to-pass-womens-quota-bill</loc>
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<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-21/eiju6389/C_23_1_CH1538_35567245.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy also recalled that Sonia Gandhi took a courageous decision of fulfilling the statehood dream.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-22T04:26:10.540Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Telangana CM Revanth demands a special Parliament session to pass women’s quota bill</news:title>
<news:keywords>Telangana, A  Revanth Reddy</news:keywords>
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</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/telangana/2026/May/22/telangana-hc-rejects-nowhera-shaiks-plea-to-suspend-non-bailable-warrant</loc>
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<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-02/uaoyxhr0/Contempt-notices.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Telangana High Court</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-22T04:20:45.428Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Telangana HC rejects Nowhera Shaik’s plea to suspend non-bailable warrant</news:title>
<news:keywords>Telangana, Telangana High Court, Nowhera Shaik</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/telangana/2026/May/22/ktr-asks-cabinet-to-discuss-paddy-procurement</loc>
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<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-12/dg1dplaw/ANI_20260512072513.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>The government failed to provide investment support, failed to supply fertilisers and now collapsed the entire procurement system, he said.</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-22T04:20:36.288Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>KTR asks Cabinet to discuss paddy procurement</news:title>
<news:keywords>Telangana, Paddy procurement</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/cities/hyderabad/2026/May/22/ministry-of-railways-regularise-two-train-services-from-charlapalli-to-tirupati-bhubaneswar</loc>
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<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-22/jpvfwvak/ANI_20251229153545.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Image used for representational purposes only.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-22T04:19:07.060Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Ministry of Railways regularise two train services from Charlapalli to Tirupati, Bhubaneswar</news:title>
<news:keywords>Hyderabad, Telangana, South Central Railway, Train services</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/telangana/2026/May/22/telangana-hc-quashed-criminal-case-against-warner-bros</loc>
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<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-03-26/p9oqiunj/telangana_high_court.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Telangana HC</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-22T04:18:44.807Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Telangana HC quashed criminal case against Warner Bros </news:title>
<news:keywords>Telangana, warner bros</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/sport/ipl/2026/May/22/kohli-frenzy-fuels-ticket-demand-ahead-of-srh-rcb-clash-in-hyderabad</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-21/bjelkm1b/Kohli-frenzy.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Tickets disappeared within minutes of release, queue numbers crossed one lakh and social media was flooded with black-market offers, many of them suspected scams.</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-22T04:17:01.941Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Kohli frenzy fuels ticket demand ahead of SRH-RCB clash in Hyderabad</news:title>
<news:keywords>IPL, Telangana, ticket demand</news:keywords>
</news:news>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/telangana/2026/May/22/tgsrtc-approves-regularisation-pension-review</loc>
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<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-01-05/y0zcja2o/TGSRTC-SCR.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>The corporation further agreed to enhance 2017 allowances and benefits by 80% and treat the three strike-period days as leave due, releasing salaries accordingly.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-22T04:09:45.558Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>TGSRTC approves regularisation, pension review</news:title>
<news:keywords>Telangana, TGSRTC</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/andhra-pradesh/2026/May/22/ap-govt-frees-over-16-lakh-acres-from-prohibited-list-moves-to-resolve-long-pending-land-disputes</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-22/f2dtza1s/acres.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>The government has also initiated Resurvey 2.0, involving farmers directly to ensure dispute-free records, and introduced blockchain-based digital security for land documents.</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-22T04:09:35.305Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>AP govt frees over 1.6 lakh acres from prohibited list, moves to resolve long-pending land disputes</news:title>
<news:keywords>Andhra Pradesh, Andhra government, land dispute cases</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/odisha/2026/May/22/three-arrested-with-hide-of-melanistic-tiger-in-odishas-similipal</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-22/2fljxgxy/threeheldwithmelanistictigerhide2105chn113.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>The STPF seized the hide of the sub-adult melanistic tiger along with three motorcycles and two mobile phones from the accused's possession.</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-05-22T04:09:35.237Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Three arrested with hide of melanistic tiger in Odisha's Similipal</news:title>
<news:keywords>Odisha, poaching suspect, Melanistic tiger hide</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/telangana/2026/May/22/advisory-issued-for-african-travellers-at-rgia</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2025-01-30/9b88urw4/ANI_20250130104619.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>The symptoms listed in the advisory include fever, weakness or fatigue, headache, muscle pain, vomiting, diarrhoea, unexplained bleeding and sore throat.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-22T04:08:38.176Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Advisory issued for African travellers at RGIA</news:title>
<news:keywords>Telangana, RGIA</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/andhra-pradesh/2026/May/22/ap-legislature-staff-urged-to-boost-professional-competence-at-pride-training-programme</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-22/ni0zv1v2/Legislature.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>AP Assembly Secretary General Prasanna Kumar Suryadevara, PRIDE Director PK Mallick, Lok Sabha Dy Secretary Rachana Saxena during a programme</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-22T04:07:09.932Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>AP Legislature staff urged to boost professional competence at PRIDE training programme</news:title>
<news:keywords>Andhra Pradesh, AP Legislature staff</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/odisha/2026/May/22/19-year-old-woman-among-three-held-for-rape-of-minor-in-forest-near-jharsuguda-dhh</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-22/kdob8ey1/ANI_20260427112833.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Image used for representational purposes only.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-22T04:07:03.002Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>19-year-old woman among three held for rape of minor in forest near Jharsuguda DHH</news:title>
<news:keywords>Odisha, minor raped, district headquarters hospital (DHH)</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/telangana/2026/May/22/telangana-cabinet-may-discuss-bill-to-regulate-private-school-fees</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-03-30/b735zari/school-fee.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Among the key recommendations is restricting fee hikes to 8% every two years instead of annual double-digit increases.</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-05-22T04:06:22.437Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Telangana Cabinet may discuss bill to regulate private school fees </news:title>
<news:keywords>Telangana, Private school fees</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/odisha/2026/May/22/ammonia-shortage-partially-hits-production-at-iffcos-paradip-unit-amid-supply-crisis</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-22/k0b2ig5m/Screenshot-2026-05-22-093219.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Indian Farmers Fertiliser Cooperative Limited (IFFCO) unit in Paradip.</image:caption>
</image:image><news:news>
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<news:name>newindianexpress</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-05-22T04:03:47.866Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Ammonia shortage partially hits production at IFFCO's Paradip unit amid supply crisis</news:title>
<news:keywords>Odisha, ammonia supply, Indian Farmers Fertiliser Cooperative Limited</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/andhra-pradesh/2026/May/22/andhra-govt-exchanges-47-mous-at-construction-skilling-meet</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2025-04-17/uoyuxs4q/C_40_1_CH1456_30047618.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Andhra state Labour Minister, Vasamsetti Subash</image:caption>
</image:image><news:news>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-05-22T04:03:26.881Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Andhra govt exchanges 47 MoUs at construction skilling meet</news:title>
<news:keywords>Andhra Pradesh, Andhra government</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/andhra-pradesh/2026/May/22/ap-chambers-signs-mou-with-south-korean-body-to-strengthen-trade-industrial-cooperation</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-22/4rsqudxc/Chambers.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>The signing ceremony was attended by office-bearers and senior officials from AP Chambers along with the Chief Representative and officials of CEPA India, New Delhi.</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-05-22T04:01:43.959Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>AP Chambers signs MoU with South Korean body to strengthen trade, industrial cooperation </news:title>
<news:keywords>Andhra Pradesh, AP Chambers</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/andhra-pradesh/2026/May/22/it-skill-training-office-assistant-launched-for-visakhapatnam-prison-inmates</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-22/8v4pmbuw/training.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>The programme was inaugurated by Vizag Collector and Magistrate M Abhishikth Kishore.</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-05-22T03:59:48.896Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>IT skill training ‘Office Assistant’ launched for Visakhapatnam prison inmates</news:title>
<news:keywords>Andhra Pradesh, Vizag, Andhra government, Visakhapatnam prison</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/odisha/2026/May/22/woman-suffers-burns-as-device-explodes-during-c-section-in-sundargarh-complaint-filed-against-two-doctors</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-01-13/khzfgyd2/WhatsApp-Image-2026-01-13-at-09.21.47.jpeg</image:loc>
<image:caption>The IGH doctors said multiple layers of Sonali’s skin were damaged and she may have to go for skin grafting or plastic surgery.</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-05-22T03:59:06.436Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Woman suffers burns as device explodes during C-section in Sundargarh; complaint filed against two doctors</news:title>
<news:keywords>Odisha, Caesarean section, diathermy, electromagnetic device</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/andhra-pradesh/2026/May/22/ap-govt-begins-strategic-partnership-talks-with-uk-for-urban-growth</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-22/fi0t6v5i/begins.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Senior officials of AP with the UK delegation led by Chaz Walia and Gareth Wynn Owen during a meeting chaired by MA&amp;UD Principal Secretary S Suresh Kumar on strategic partnership on Thursday</image:caption>
</image:image><news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>newindianexpress</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-05-22T03:56:44.652Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>AP govt begins strategic partnership talks with UK for urban growth</news:title>
<news:keywords>Andhra Pradesh, United Kingdom, Andhra government</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/telangana/2026/May/22/thousands-take-holy-dip-at-kaleshwaram-pushkaralu-3</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-22/b9v93uo8/Pushkaralu.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Sri Kanchi Kamakoti Peetham pontiff Sri Shankara Vijayendra Saraswati Swami takes part in rituals at 12-day Saraswati Antya Pushkaralu in Jayashankar Bhupalpally</image:caption>
</image:image><news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>newindianexpress</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-05-22T03:55:13.625Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Thousands take holy dip at Kaleshwaram Pushkaralu</news:title>
<news:keywords>Telangana, Kaleshwaram Pushkaralu</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/andhra-pradesh/2026/May/22/operation-clean-sweep-in-ap-from-may-23-to-june-20</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-27/0qdgzpzw/Crime-hub-under.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Sanitation staff clean slum areas under Vijayawada Municipal Corproration</image:caption>
</image:image><news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>newindianexpress</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-05-22T03:54:45.679Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>‘Operation Clean Sweep’ in AP from May 23 to June 20</news:title>
<news:keywords>Andhra Pradesh, Andhra government, sanitation drive</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/telangana/2026/May/22/karimnagar-farmers-dismayed-over-shortage-of-storage-space</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2025-11-16/9s020q8r/202511163577217.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>With fresh arrivals from the current Rabi season, millers said there is no space left to store more government-procured paddy.</image:caption>
</image:image><news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>newindianexpress</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-05-22T03:54:39.236Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Karimnagar farmers dismayed over shortage of storage space </news:title>
<news:keywords>Telangana, Karimnagar farmers</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/world/2026/May/22/us-pins-hopes-on-mediator-pakistan-in-push-to-end-iran-war</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-07/jh9xq1fc/AP26125715365720.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Secretary of State Marco Rubio</image:caption>
</image:image><news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>newindianexpress</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-05-22T03:53:42.644Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>US pins hopes on mediator Pakistan in push to end Iran war</news:title>
<news:keywords>World, pakistan, West Asia conflict, Secretary of State Marco Rubio, Iran War</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/odisha/2026/May/22/fuel-supply-disruption-hits-farming-construction-activities-in-odishas-sambalpur</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-22/psnplhtx/1779381511617101222.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>A harvester-laden tractor at a petrol pump in Sambalpur.</image:caption>
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<news:publication>
<news:name>newindianexpress</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-05-22T03:53:21.472Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Fuel supply disruption hits farming, 
construction activities in Odisha's Sambalpur</news:title>
<news:keywords>Odisha, tractors, harvesters, Fuel supply disruption, mechanised farm work</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/cities/hyderabad/2026/May/22/eight-fire-tenders-douse-blaze-at-hyderabad-store</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-21/h1938kax/fire.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Firefighters try to douse the flames as smoke billows out the clothing store on fire in the Madina market area, Hyderabad, on Thursday.</image:caption>
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<news:name>newindianexpress</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-05-22T03:53:02.699Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Eight fire tenders douse blaze at Hyderabad store</news:title>
<news:keywords>Hyderabad, fire tenders</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/andhra-pradesh/2026/May/22/severe-heatwave-grips-andhra-as-mercury-touches-481-degree-celsius</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-14/oshwt1a0/202605143787790.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Representative image</image:caption>
</image:image><news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>newindianexpress</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-05-22T03:52:46.663Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Severe heatwave grips Andhra as mercury touches 48.1 degree celsius</news:title>
<news:keywords>Andhra Pradesh, Andhra heatwave</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/cities/hyderabad/2026/May/22/ex-mayors-wife-booked-for-assault-at-hostel-in-hyderabad</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-21/80xurz3z/hostel.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>A screen grab of a video of J Boyamma, mother-in-law of former Hyderabad mayor Bonthu Rammohan, allegedly attacking a women’s hostel staffer at Ameerpet</image:caption>
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<news:publication>
<news:name>newindianexpress</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-05-22T03:51:15.998Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Ex-mayor’s wife booked for assault at hostel in Hyderabad</news:title>
<news:keywords>Hyderabad, Assault</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/andhra-pradesh/2026/May/22/ensure-grounding-of-all-approved-projects-by-september-cm-chandrababu-naidu</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/TNIE/import/2021/6/13/original/chandrababu_naidu-_express.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-05-22T03:51:05.849Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Ensure grounding of all approved projects by September: CM Chandrababu Naidu</news:title>
<news:keywords>Andhra Pradesh, Andhra CM Chandrababu Naidu</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/odisha/2026/May/22/berhampur-couple-assault-prime-accused-injured-in-police-shootout</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-22/6zxzu4rd/New-Project-2026-05-22T091716.724.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>The accused, Mukesh Kumar Sahu (29) alias Muktesh, suffered two bullets wounds to his left knee, another to his right knee, and one to his left hand in the late-night shootout.</image:caption>
</image:image><image:image>
<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-22/jqazd59l/img_20260521_wa0157102324.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Dinesh and Asish who surrendered fearing encounter.</image:caption>
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<news:publication>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-05-22T03:50:44.779Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Berhampur couple assault: Prime accused injured in police shootout</news:title>
<news:keywords>Odisha, Police Encounter, couple assault</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/cities/hyderabad/2026/May/22/two-arrested-for-sexually-assaulting-minor-in-telangana</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2025-12-15/7izdj0pt/202512153608604.jpeg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Representative image</image:caption>
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<news:publication>
<news:name>newindianexpress</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-05-22T03:50:15.166Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Two arrested for sexually assaulting minor in Telangana</news:title>
<news:keywords>Hyderabad, sexually assaulting minor</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/andhra-pradesh/2026/May/22/aai-approves-seaplane-project-at-rayalacheruvu-irrigartion-tank-in-tirupati</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-22/mq9qna2c/AAI.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Rayalacheruvu irrigation tank in Ramachandrapuram mandal of Tirupati</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-05-22T03:49:41.214Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>AAI approves seaplane project at Rayalacheruvu irrigartion tank in Tirupati</news:title>
<news:keywords>Andhra Pradesh, Airports Authority of India, Tirupati, Seaplane project, Rayalacheruvu  tank</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/cities/hyderabad/2026/May/22/man-supplies-mule-accounts-to-cyber-fraudsters-held-in-telangana</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-13/tormevdb/202604133747207.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Police said the accused was offered commissions of Rs 25,000 for each savings account and Rs 50,000 for each current account arranged for the gang.</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-05-22T03:49:00.218Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Man supplies mule accounts to cyber fraudsters, held in Telangana</news:title>
<news:keywords>Hyderabad, mule accounts</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/andhra-pradesh/2026/May/22/mahanadu-2026-to-focus-on-stree-shakti-3</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-22/x5u6w9r4/Mahanadu.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>TDP chief and CM Chandrababu Naidu with working president of the party and IT Minister Lokesh during the Politburo meeting held virtually on Thursday</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-05-22T03:47:57.355Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Mahanadu-2026 to focus on ‘Stree Shakti’</news:title>
<news:keywords>Andhra Pradesh, Mahanadu-2026</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/andhra-pradesh/2026/May/22/past-two-years-of-coalition-govt-a-symbol-of-broken-promises-says-ysr-chief-jagan-mohan-reddy</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-22/bhzr2oxh/Jagan.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Former chief minister and YSR Congress Party (YSRCP) president YS Jagan Mohan Reddy</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-05-22T03:46:45.066Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Past two years of coalition govt a symbol of broken promises, says YSR chief Jagan Mohan Reddy </news:title>
<news:keywords>Andhra Pradesh, Jagan Mohan Reddy, Andhra government</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/andhra-pradesh/2026/May/22/ap-gets-rs-1990-crore-urban-infrastructure-projects-under-ucf</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-12/8tzl7kp8/vijminister11104chn40.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>MA&amp;UD minister P Narayana said the approval of all four projects under UCF validates Andhra Pradesh’s focused approach to infrastructure-led urban development.</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-05-22T03:45:14.869Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>AP gets Rs 1,990 crore urban infrastructure projects under UCF</news:title>
<news:keywords>Andhra Pradesh, Andhra government, urban infrastructure development</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/karnataka/2026/May/22/2019-report-warned-against-close-tourist-access-to-elephants-at-dubare-camp</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-18/zvmw84ql/C_1_1_CH1035_120081527.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Forest, Environment and Ecology Minister Eshwar B Khandre said he was not aware of the report and no one informed him.</image:caption>
</image:image><news:news>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-05-22T03:44:46.129Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>2019 report warned against close tourist access to elephants at Dubare camp</news:title>
<news:keywords>Karnataka, Dubare camp</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/odisha/2026/May/22/rath-yatra-puri-police-to-set-up-eight-temporary-hospitals-evacuation-points-for-medical-emergencies</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-22/0ucx32fp/1028whatsappimage20260521at1805362105chn17.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Odisha DGP YB Khurania chairing the meeting with senior police officers on Thursday.</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-05-22T03:44:40.729Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Rath Yatra: Puri police to set up eight temporary hospitals, evacuation points for medical emergencies </news:title>
<news:keywords>Odisha, Puri Rath Yatra, security arrangements, safety arrangements</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/cities/vijayawada/2026/May/22/gold-crown-of-gudivada-temple-pledged-for-rs-38-lakh</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-22/8hl7ow0i/New-Project-2026-05-22T091123.715.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>The crown, specially designed with symbolic representations of the seven sacred hills of Tirumala, is currently estimated to be worth more than Rs 1 crore in the market.</image:caption>
</image:image><news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>newindianexpress</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-05-22T03:42:21.954Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Gold crown of Gudivada temple pledged for Rs 38 lakh</news:title>
<news:keywords>Vijayawada, gold crown, Gudivada temple</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/odisha/2026/May/22/unidentified-womans-body-found-buried-on-kathajodi-riverbed-in-odisha</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-22/gzdd191l/dead-body.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>As per the eyewitnesses, only the woman’s hands and feet were visible while the rest of her body remained buried in the sand.</image:caption>
</image:image><news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>newindianexpress</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-05-22T03:42:06.053Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Unidentified woman's body found buried on Kathajodi riverbed in Odisha</news:title>
<news:keywords>Odisha, body buried, unidentified dead body</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/karnataka/2026/May/22/karnataka-may-soon-approach-sc-against-sir-process-hk-patil</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-01-24/ag82vm2f/HKPatil.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Law and Parliamentary Affairs Minister HK Patil in the Assembly on Friday.</image:caption>
</image:image><news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>newindianexpress</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-05-22T03:41:41.556Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Karnataka may soon approach SC against SIR process: HK Patil</news:title>
<news:keywords>Karnataka, Karnataka Law Minister HK Patil</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/karnataka/2026/May/22/gruha-lakshmi-beneficiaries-moved-karnataka-hc-over-dues</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-21/0bi498cs/Gruha-Lakshmi.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>The court was hearing the petition filed by R Ganga and G D Pavithra, residing in the city, seeking an urgent hearing for the release of the arrears, Rs 2,000 each per month</image:caption>
</image:image><news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>newindianexpress</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-05-22T03:40:23.317Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Gruha Lakshmi beneficiaries moved Karnataka HC over dues</news:title>
<news:keywords>Karnataka, Gruha Lakshmi beneficiaries</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/odisha/2026/May/22/odisha-real-estate-regulatory-authority-rolls-back-old-qpr-norms-plans-stricter-penalty</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-22/0haftjkq/Screenshot-2026-05-22-090756.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>In a notification on May 20, the authority stated that its previous order issued on November 21, 2023 has been withdrawn with immediate effect.</image:caption>
</image:image><news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>newindianexpress</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-05-22T03:39:17.540Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Odisha Real Estate Regulatory Authority rolls back old QPR norms, plans stricter penalty</news:title>
<news:keywords>Odisha, ORERA, real estate firms, quarterly progress reports, annual audit certificates</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/cities/vijayawada/2026/May/22/vijayawada-municipal-corporation-initiates-delimitation-divisions-to-go-up-to-86</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-03-27/xi47bxn4/Screenshot-2026-03-27-074146.png</image:loc>
<image:caption>Vijayawada Municipal Corporation</image:caption>
</image:image><news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>newindianexpress</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-05-22T03:37:00.481Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Vijayawada Municipal Corporation initiates delimitation; divisions to 
go up to 86</news:title>
<news:keywords>Vijayawada, Vijayawada Municipal Corporation (VMC)</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/india/2026/May/21/pm-modi-asks-ministers-to-focus-on-2047-vision-next-generation-reforms</loc>
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<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-21/iz5v0kbq/81542da73dc24e67a09dfda7a6e79d21.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Prime Minister Narendra Modi.</image:caption>
</image:image><news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>newindianexpress</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-05-22T03:36:06.791Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>PM Modi asks ministers to focus on 2047 vision, next-generation reforms</news:title>
<news:keywords>India, Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Council of Ministers</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/odisha/2026/May/22/odisha-govt-extends-guest-faculty-engagement-in-higher-education-institutions-by-six-months</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2025-06-22/8vys958s/teacher-resignation.png</image:loc>
<image:caption>Universities have also been allowed to appoint fresh guest faculties wherever teaching vacancies continue to exist.</image:caption>
</image:image><news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>newindianexpress</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-05-22T03:34:37.178Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Odisha govt extends guest faculty engagement in higher education institutions by six months </news:title>
<news:keywords>Odisha, public universities, regular faculty, guest faculty</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/odisha/2026/May/22/bhubaneswar-sweats-through-seasons-first-heatwave-day</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-22/ntgxxo7a/sizzles.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>A heat mirage on XIMB-Utkal Hospital road in Bhubaneswar on Thursday | DEBADATTA MALLICK</image:caption>
</image:image><news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>newindianexpress</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-05-22T03:32:04.811Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Bhubaneswar sweats through season's first heatwave day</news:title>
<news:keywords>Odisha, Bhubaneswar, Heatwave, high temperature, norwester</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/karnataka/2026/May/22/rethinking-karnataka-public-schools-is-crucial-baraguru</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-21/ho5uah07/Rethink-on-K’taka.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Writer Baraguru Ramchandrappa (third from left) inaugurates the national seminar at Dr Manmohan Singh Bengaluru City University on Thursday.</image:caption>
</image:image><news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>newindianexpress</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-05-22T03:29:05.029Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Rethinking Karnataka Public Schools is crucial: Baraguru </news:title>
<news:keywords>Karnataka, Karnataka public schools</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/karnataka/2026/May/22/north-corporation-sounds-alert-on-rickety-buildings-in-pulikeshinagar-division</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-21/8ky5eldr/North-corpn-sounds.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>BNCC Commissioner Pommala Sunil Kumar during an inspection drive on Thursday.</image:caption>
</image:image><news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>newindianexpress</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-05-22T03:27:50.043Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>North Corporation sounds alert on rickety buildings in Pulikeshinagar Division</news:title>
<news:keywords>Karnataka, rickety buildings</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/odisha/2026/May/22/odisha-govt-to-ensure-piped-water-supply-for-every-rural-household-by-march-2027-minister-rabi-naik</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2025-08-08/139ejeuq/New-Projhhect.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Odisha Panchayati Raj and Drinking Water Minister Rabi Narayan Naik.</image:caption>
</image:image><news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>newindianexpress</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-05-22T03:27:37.813Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Odisha govt to ensure piped water supply for every rural household by March 2027: Minister Rabi Naik</news:title>
<news:keywords>Odisha, drinking water supply, Minister Rabi Narayan Naik</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/tamil-nadu/2026/May/22/sri-lankan-national-held-for-voting-in-tamil-nadu-polls</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-11/yrj4zlnk/Poll-campaign.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Representative image</image:caption>
</image:image><news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>newindianexpress</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-05-22T03:27:22.984Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Sri Lankan national held for voting in Tamil Nadu polls</news:title>
<news:keywords>Tamil Nadu, Tamil Nadu Assembly Elections 2026, Sri Lankan national</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/karnataka/2026/May/22/442-mm-rain-brings-down-several-trees-in-bengaluru</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-21/d5zs8hw4/44.2-mm-rain.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>A tree uprooted and fell on a car during the rain spell at Mahalaxmi Layout on Thursday. Another car was damaged in a tree fall at at Indiranagar 16th Cross.</image:caption>
</image:image><news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>newindianexpress</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-05-22T03:26:49.681Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>44.2 mm rain brings down several trees in Bengaluru</news:title>
<news:keywords>Karnataka, heavy showers</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/karnataka/2026/May/22/bring-more-hands-finish-flyover-on-time-says-gba-chief</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-21/tcrqplxi/Bring-more-hands.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Officials were directed to ensure that there are no potholes on roads adjoining the flyover construction zone.</image:caption>
</image:image><news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>newindianexpress</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-05-22T03:26:04.039Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Bring more hands, finish flyover on time, says GBA chief</news:title>
<news:keywords>Karnataka, GBA Chief Commissioner M Maheshwar Rao</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/tamil-nadu/2026/May/22/know-your-ministers-in-tvk-cabinet</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-20/037e1qdj/20260520115F.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay</image:caption>
</image:image><image:image>
<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-21/g3tl8ci0/Srinath.jpg</image:loc>
</image:image><image:image>
<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-21/gmsih6eo/Kama-li-S.jpg</image:loc>
</image:image><image:image>
<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-21/yg6j140q/Vijayalakshmi.jpg</image:loc>
</image:image><image:image>
<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-21/ah51zyat/Ranjithkumar.jpg</image:loc>
</image:image><image:image>
<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-21/93xkwehs/R-Vinoth.jpg</image:loc>
</image:image><image:image>
<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-21/qn77jb6y/Rajeev.jpg</image:loc>
</image:image><image:image>
<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-21/k51haa2t/Urban.jpg</image:loc>
</image:image><image:image>
<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-21/h6cekfb3/Gandhira-j.jpg</image:loc>
</image:image><image:image>
<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-21/mfhvvap5/M-Vijay-Balaji.jpg</image:loc>
</image:image><image:image>
<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-21/yhrtl746/P-Mathan-Raja.jpg</image:loc>
</image:image><image:image>
<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-21/2txn5we4/hwar-i.jpg</image:loc>
</image:image><image:image>
<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-21/9b8ry8xy/Loges-h.jpg</image:loc>
</image:image><image:image>
<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-21/m2zk4e5s/Vijay-Tam-ilan.jpg</image:loc>
</image:image><image:image>
<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-21/pl66dr8q/Hindu-Religious.jpg</image:loc>
</image:image><image:image>
<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-21/9ly2injk/K-Thennarasu-D.jpg</image:loc>
</image:image><image:image>
<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-21/lhe9a390/ation.jpg</image:loc>
</image:image><image:image>
<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-21/mzyn6fjn/Sampath.jpg</image:loc>
</image:image><image:image>
<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-21/21j2u7ud/Vignes-h-K.jpg</image:loc>
</image:image><image:image>
<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-21/geh08bpm/Mohamed.jpg</image:loc>
</image:image><image:image>
<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-21/i3iif2yl/Marie-Wilson-Finance.jpg</image:loc>
</image:image><news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>newindianexpress</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-05-22T03:25:44.064Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Know your ministers in TVK cabinet</news:title>
<news:keywords>Tamil Nadu, TVK Government</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/odisha/2026/May/22/odisha-govt-directs-dfos-to-spot-land-for-cultivation-of-wild-paddy-as-jumbo-feed</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-22/3k9bxkoy/ANI_20250811094215.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Last year, CM Mohan Charan Majhi had asked forest authorities to promote paddy cultivation inside forests to curb rising man-elephant conflict.</image:caption>
</image:image><news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>newindianexpress</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-05-22T03:24:33.332Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Odisha govt directs DFOs to spot land for cultivation of wild paddy as jumbo feed</news:title>
<news:keywords>Odisha, divisional forest officers, human-elephant conflicts</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/cities/bengaluru/2026/May/22/real-estate-agent-accused-of-molesting-girl-at-party-in-karnataka</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2025-06-09/r6f4yz0t/ANI_20250609151047.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>The accused claimed that the physical relationship was consensual and that he can provide records of conversations between them to prove it.</image:caption>
</image:image><news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>newindianexpress</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-05-22T03:22:25.017Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Real estate agent accused of molesting girl at party in Karnataka</news:title>
<news:keywords>Bengaluru, molesting, Real estate agent</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/cities/bengaluru/2026/May/22/fake-call-centres-targeting-us-citizens-busted-in-karnataka</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-03-17/ewehr4t7/202603173711752.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>The call centre personnel used fake names resembling those of the company officials and defrauded gullible citizens.</image:caption>
</image:image><image:image>
<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-21/d0gan9ie/targetin.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Akash</image:caption>
</image:image><news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>newindianexpress</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-05-22T03:20:56.463Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Fake call centres targeting US citizens busted in Karnataka</news:title>
<news:keywords>Bengaluru, fake call centres</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/odisha/2026/May/22/odishas-art-legacy-shines-in-norway-as-pm-modi-gifts-heritage-crafts-to-royals</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-22/u9z4q9gz/new-new-11.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>A traditional palm leaf Pattachitra (L) and a sailboat crafted in intricate silver filigree (Tarakasi) work.</image:caption>
</image:image><news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>newindianexpress</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-05-22T03:20:51.289Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Odisha's art legacy shines in Norway as PM Modi gifts heritage crafts to Royals</news:title>
<news:keywords>Odisha, PM Modi's Norway visit, Odisha handicrafts</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/tamil-nadu/2026/May/22/bjp-leader-tamilisai-soundararajan-slams-tvk-for-tie-up-with-congress</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-03-27/914rlqfu/‘No-AIADMK-or.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Dr Tamilisai Soundararajan</image:caption>
</image:image><news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>newindianexpress</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-05-22T03:20:47.872Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>BJP leader Tamilisai Soundararajan slams TVK for tie-up with Congress</news:title>
<news:keywords>Tamil Nadu, Tamilisai Soundararajan, TVK, Congress Tamil Nadu</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/karnataka/2026/May/22/smart-moo-ve-cattle-to-get-own-aadhaar-soon-in-karnataka</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-21/ctqhyftb/he-said.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>A first-of-its-kind initiative in India, the system is expected to replace traditional ear tags that require piercing of ears. The mechanism is now ready for pilot implementation.</image:caption>
</image:image><news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>newindianexpress</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-05-22T03:18:52.495Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Smart moo-ve: Cattle to get own ‘Aadhaar’ soon in Karnataka</news:title>
<news:keywords>Karnataka, cattle Aadhar card</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/karnataka/2026/May/22/mekedatu-dpr-to-be-submitted-to-centre-soon-says-shivakumar</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-21/rlyw5c5e/soon-says-Shivakumar.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar at the Madhyarangana Temple at Kollegal in Chamarajanagar district on Thursday.</image:caption>
</image:image><news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>newindianexpress</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-05-22T03:17:11.743Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Mekedatu DPR to be submitted to Centre soon, says Shivakumar </news:title>
<news:keywords>Karnataka, DCM D K Shivakumar</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/odisha/2026/May/22/orissa-hc-rejects-bail-plea-of-bjd-leader-in-investment-fraud-case</loc>
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<image:caption>Orissa High Court</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-22T03:15:27.290Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Orissa HC rejects bail plea of BJD leader in investment fraud case</news:title>
<news:keywords>Odisha, Economic Offences Wing, BJD leader Dillip Kumar Nayak</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/cities/chennai/2026/May/22/stabbed-youth-dies-in-chennai-hospital-case-altered-to-murder</loc>
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<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2024-02/f0c2ee24-e8fc-4b2a-a4ba-0654f24119da/murder_GS8MsLV.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Image used for representational purposes only.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-22T03:14:27.326Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Stabbed youth dies in Chennai hospital, case altered to murder</news:title>
<news:keywords>Chennai, murder</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/odisha/2026/May/22/norwester-follows-heat-wave-in-odisha-tent-collapse-in-keonjhar-kills-three-workers</loc>
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<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-22/jyts1clv/New-Project-2026-05-22T084233.366.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Rescue teams checking on the victims of a tent collapse in Keonjhar district on Thursday.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-22T03:13:46.839Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Norwester follows heat wave in Odisha; tent collapse in Keonjhar kills three workers</news:title>
<news:keywords>Odisha, Heat wave, tent collapse, norwester</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/cities/chennai/2026/May/22/chennai-airport-to-review-ebola-response-protocols</loc>
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<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-22/tll1yg11/airport.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>India has issued Ebola screening protocols at airports, ports and other entry points for travellers arriving from or transiting through high-risk countries, as health authorities step up preparedness despite no confirmed cases in the country.</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-22T03:12:12.127Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Chennai airport to review Ebola response protocols</news:title>
<news:keywords>Chennai, Chennai airport, Ebola outbreak</news:keywords>
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</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/karnataka/2026/May/22/karnataka-cabinet-discusses-domestic-workers-bill-grievance-redressal-panel-planned</loc>
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<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-21/w8k24amx/Cabinet-discusses.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>CM Siddaramaiah leaves after the cabinet meet in Vidhana Soudha.</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-22T03:10:54.558Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Karnataka Cabinet discusses Domestic Workers Bill, grievance redressal panel planned</news:title>
<news:keywords>Karnataka, Domestic Workers Bill</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/delhi/2026/May/22/stephens-faculty-move-draws-flak</loc>
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<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-15/wv9gpygp/d-univ113947.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>St Stephen’s College</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-22T03:10:04.272Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Stephen’s faculty move draws flak</news:title>
<news:keywords>Delhi, Delhi University, St Stephen’s College</news:keywords>
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</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/tamil-nadu/2026/May/22/dindigul-police-search-kin-for-abducting-newlywed-girl</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/TNIE/import/2021/1/20/original/police_eps2131dessd____.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Image used for representational purposes only</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-22T03:09:25.771Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Dindigul police search kin for abducting newlywed girl</news:title>
<news:keywords>Tamil Nadu, Dindigul police</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/delhi/2026/May/22/umar-khalid-moves-delhi-hc-for-interim-bail</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-21/wxabetqx/ANI_20260521141043.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Umar Khalid moves Delhi HC seeking 15-day interim bail.</image:caption>
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<news:publication>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-05-22T03:07:42.974Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Umar Khalid moves Delhi HC for interim bail</news:title>
<news:keywords>Delhi, Delhi High Court, Umar Khalid, 2020 Delhi riots</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/delhi/2026/May/22/blurred-answer-sheets-fuel-concerns-over-cbse-re-evaluation-process</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-17/eyntpzuc/C_1_1_CH1035_120046212.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Apart from blurred answer sheets, several users also reported payment-related problems.</image:caption>
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<news:name>newindianexpress</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-22T03:06:43.525Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Blurred answer sheets fuel concerns over CBSE re-evaluation process</news:title>
<news:keywords>Delhi, CBSE, class 12, re-evaluation</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/entertainment/tamil/2026/May/22/madras-hc-refuses-to-ban-suriya-starrer-karuppu-upholds-makers-right-to-expression</loc>
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<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-16/qyt9pcj7/BeFunky_collage_3.png</image:loc>
<image:caption>Suriya in 'Karuppu'</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-05-22T03:04:25.871Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Madras HC refuses to ban Suriya-starrer ‘Karuppu’, upholds makers’ right to expression</news:title>
<news:keywords>Tamil, Actor Suriya, Madras High Court​, Karuppu movie</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/delhi/2026/May/22/contempt-plea-filed-in-delhi-hc-against-kejriwal-others</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-12/c2o8o8zm/P_4766085616.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Aam Aadmi Party's National Convener Arvind Kejriwal</image:caption>
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<news:publication>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-05-22T03:03:44.358Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Contempt plea filed in Delhi HC against Kejriwal, others </news:title>
<news:keywords>Delhi, Arvind Kejriwal, contempt petition, Justice Swarana Kanta Sharma</news:keywords>
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</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/odisha/2026/May/22/amid-fuel-supply-concerns-odisha-cm-majhi-pushes-carpool-fuel-allowance-cuts-in-eight-point-plan</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-08/mmpp1tdo/ANI_20260129141806.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Odisha CM Mohan Charan Majhi.</image:caption>
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<news:publication>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-05-22T03:03:30.849Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Amid fuel supply concerns, Odisha CM Majhi pushes carpool, fuel allowance cuts in eight-point plan</news:title>
<news:keywords>Odisha, Odisha CM Mohan Charan Majhi, Oil supply, Fuel supply disruption, PM’s austerity appeal</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/delhi/2026/May/22/woman-son-found-murdered-inside-govindpuri-home-robbery-suspected</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-21/2pal531n/ANI_20260521032912.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Representational image.</image:caption>
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<news:publication>
<news:name>newindianexpress</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-05-22T03:03:20.341Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Woman, son found murdered inside Govindpuri home, robbery suspected</news:title>
<news:keywords>Delhi, murder, Delhi crime</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/delhi/2026/May/22/rainwater-harvesting-to-be-revived-at-75-schools-to-produce-50-cr-litres-a-year</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-21/i5ozt0oh/P_4780350911.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-05-22T03:00:30.634Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Rainwater harvesting to be revived at 75 schools to produce 50 cr litres a year</news:title>
<news:keywords>Delhi, Delhi government, water conservation, rainwater harvesting, CM Shri Schools</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/tamil-nadu/2026/May/22/madras-hc-bins-plea-against-fee-collection-at-old-courtallam-falls</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/TNIE/import/2022/5/31/original/Courtrallam_Falls.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Old Courtallam Falls</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-05-22T02:58:04.831Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Madras HC bins plea against fee collection at Old Courtallam Falls </news:title>
<news:keywords>Tamil Nadu, Madurai bench of Madras HC, Old Courtallam Falls</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/delhi/2026/May/22/business-as-usual-amid-taxi-strike</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-22/hdufo1mv/strike050613481.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Taxi drivers wait for the passengers in the parking lot at New Delhi Railways Station as transport and taxi unions called for a strike in New Delhi, 21 May 2026.</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-22T02:57:56.505Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Business as usual amid taxi strike</news:title>
<news:keywords>Delhi, taxi strike</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/delhi/2026/May/22/higher-rates-low-availability-protest-disrupts-commuter-mobility-in-capital</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-22/s1pjbh7l/cabs120850.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Many commuters reported longer wait times, reduced availability of autos and cabs booked via app-based aggregators, and inconsistent fares.</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-05-22T02:56:25.730Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Higher rates, low availability: Protest disrupts commuter mobility in capital</news:title>
<news:keywords>Delhi, Strike, taxi-auto strike, union strike</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/tamil-nadu/2026/May/22/three-held-for-sex-determination-abortion-of-foetus-in-salem</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2025-09-15/blknvv6i/Sex-ratio.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Image used for representational purposes only.</image:caption>
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<news:publication>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-05-22T02:55:41.798Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Three held for sex determination, abortion of foetus in Salem</news:title>
<news:keywords>Tamil Nadu, Salem, sex determination, illegal abortion</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/karnataka/2026/May/22/senior-bjp-leader-says-kharge-eying-karnataka-cm-post</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-19/jad3keag/ANI_20260519070907.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>The BJP leader said many Congress MLAs are in touch with them, but the people of the state have decided the 2028 assembly election results.</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-05-22T02:54:46.974Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Senior BJP leader says Kharge eying Karnataka CM post</news:title>
<news:keywords>Karnataka, AICC chief Mallikarjun Kharge</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/delhi/2026/May/22/scammers-hand-out-fake-census-forms</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-22/4v0g7x9r/census121147.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Reports have emerged of some households in north-east and east Delhi where the residents were handed printed forms seeking details of their housing conditions.</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-22T02:54:25.308Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Scammers hand out fake Census forms</news:title>
<news:keywords>Delhi, Delhi, fraud, Scam, Fake census scam</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/karnataka/2026/May/22/karnataka-to-proceed-with-cet-counselling-without-waiting-for-neet-results</loc>
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<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-21/rj3bpgzw/to-proceed-with-CET-counselling-without-waiting-for-NEET-resultsDharmendra.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>CM Siddaramaiah, AICC General Secretary Randeep Singh Surjewala and others hold a T-shirt that reads ‘PM Is Compromised’ during the protest led by Youth Congress members over the NEET exam paper leak, in Bengaluru on Thursday.</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-22T02:53:52.209Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Karnataka to proceed with CET counselling without waiting for NEET results</news:title>
<news:keywords>Karnataka, CET counselling</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/karnataka/2026/May/22/neet-paper-leak-karnataka-cm-siddaramaiah-wants-pm-to-apologise-to-students</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-21/u6yxe2dq/NEET-paper.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Karnataka Youth Congress chief Manjunath Gowda leads the party members during the protest against the NEET paper leak, in Bengaluru on Thursday.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-22T02:53:10.974Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>NEET paper leak: Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah wants PM to apologise to students </news:title>
<news:keywords>Karnataka, NEET paper leak</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/delhi/2026/May/22/chandni-chowk-to-get-makeover-soon-under-government-accessibility-plan</loc>
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<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-22/f0tpp336/chandni-chowk120916.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Even though Chandni Chowk underwent a major facelift in recent years, the proposal has identified several persistent challenges across the area, which includes narrow and congested pathways, inaccessible shop entrances, inadequate ramps, lack of tactile pathways and poor signage.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-22T02:52:41.675Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Chandni Chowk to get makeover soon under government accessibility plan</news:title>
<news:keywords>Delhi, Delhi government, Chandni Chowk</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/cities/thiruvananthapuram/2026/May/22/farmer-producer-firms-shine-at-krishi-vaibhav-expo-in-thiruvananthapuram</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-22/akbcrorp/krishi073830.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Rajesh of Koyyikkalnadu Farmer Producer Company receiving the award from NABARD chief general manager Nagesh Kumar Anumala at ‘Krishi Vaibhav 2026’.</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-22T02:52:23.378Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Farmer producer firms shine at 'Krishi Vaibhav' expo in Thiruvananthapuram</news:title>
<news:keywords>Thiruvananthapuram, Krishi Vaibhav, agricultural expo</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/tamil-nadu/2026/May/22/three-ministers-from-namakkal-district-in-tn-cabinet-second-highest-in-state</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-21/q5avt8sq/P_4780607798.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>C Vijayalakshmi, who emerged victorious from Kumarapalayam Assembly constituency, has been appointed Minister for Milk and Dairy Development.</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-22T02:52:06.205Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Three ministers from Namakkal district in TN cabinet, second highest in state</news:title>
<news:keywords>Tamil Nadu, Namakkal, TVK Government</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/karnataka/2026/May/22/teen-girl-rescued-after-trying-to-jump-from-fifth-floor-terrace-in-karnataka</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2025-12-26/zyoam6a1/New-Project-2025-12-26T092244.849.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Karnataka State Police</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-05-22T02:51:58.164Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Teen girl rescued after trying to jump from fifth-floor terrace in Karnataka</news:title>
<news:keywords>Karnataka, Fire and Emergency Services Department</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/delhi/2026/May/22/bakrid-sacrifices-only-at-places-designated-by-government-says-kapil-mishra</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-22/lb2rkg5m/goats07081138.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>A view of goats at a livestock market near the Jama Masjid area ahead of the Eid al-Adha festival, in New Delhi on Wednesday.</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-22T02:50:51.795Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Bakrid sacrifices only at places designated by government, Says Kapil Mishra</news:title>
<news:keywords>Delhi, Delhi government, Kapil Mishra, Bakrid sacrifices</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/cities/chennai/2026/May/22/ips-officer-rejig-a-amalraj-new-chennai-police-commissioner</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-22/ye0eeyyf/New-Project-2026-05-22T081849.236.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>A Amalraj has been appointed as the new commissioner of the Greater Chennai Police (GCP), replacing Abin Dinesh Modak, who has been transferred as additional director general of police of the Crime Branch-Criminal Investigation Department (CB-CID)</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-05-22T02:50:12.956Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>IPS officer rejig: A Amalraj new Chennai police commissioner </news:title>
<news:keywords>Chennai, Chennai police commissioner</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/cities/thiruvananthapuram/2026/May/22/hotel-association-hails-pm-modis-call-to-boost-domestic-tourism</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-22/g30y9cp4/New-Project-2026-05-22T081841.793.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Hotel Association of India (HAI) welcomes PM Narendra Modi's call urging Indians to prefer domestic destinations over overseas locations.</image:caption>
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<news:name>newindianexpress</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-05-22T02:49:58.832Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Hotel association hails PM Modi's call to boost domestic tourism</news:title>
<news:keywords>Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, Kerala Tourism, domestic tourism, PM Narendra Modi​</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/delhi/2026/May/22/dda-gives-15-day-relief-to-yamuna-bazaar-residents</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-22/w396cihl/yamunabazar161124551.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>They also warned that failure to comply could lead to demolition and removal action without further notice.</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-22T02:49:02.345Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>DDA gives 15-day relief to Yamuna Bazaar residents</news:title>
<news:keywords>Delhi, DDA, Eviction, Yamuna Bazaar</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/karnataka/2026/May/22/world-bank-visit-to-karnatakas-karwar-boosts-k-shore-project</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-14/zgog7esk/202604143747339.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>The government has submitted a proposal to the World Bank seeking assistance of Rs 850 crore to ensure a pollution-free coastline, free from plastic contamination.</image:caption>
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<news:name>newindianexpress</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-05-22T02:47:59.906Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>World Bank visit to Karnataka's Karwar boosts K Shore project</news:title>
<news:keywords>Karnataka, World Bank</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/tamil-nadu/2026/May/22/will-expedite-probe-into-kidney-sale-racket-says-tn-health-minister-k-g-arunraj</loc>
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<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-16/qhfloc5s/C_1_1_CH1104_12002466.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Health Minister KG Arunraj.</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-05-22T02:47:35.926Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Will expedite probe into kidney sale racket, says TN Health Minister K G Arunraj </news:title>
<news:keywords>Tamil Nadu, Illegal kidney sale racket, Minister K G Arunraj</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/karnataka/2026/May/22/karnataka-ranks-fifth-in-graft-upa-lokayukta-veerappa</loc>
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<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-21/vcspg4lt/K’taka-ranks-5th-in-graf.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Upalokayukta B Veerappa chairs a meeting in Mandya on Thursday</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-05-22T02:46:13.957Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Karnataka ranks fifth in graft: Upa Lokayukta Veerappa</news:title>
<news:keywords>Karnataka, Upa Lokayukta B Veerappa</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/tamil-nadu/2026/May/22/madras-hc-reserves-orders-on-v-ponrajs-bail-pleas-in-tvk-women-wing-case</loc>
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<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-05/6odvcfjp/C_1_1_CH1344_119719354.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Madras High Court</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-05-22T02:45:30.572Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Madras HC reserves orders on V Ponraj’s bail pleas in TVK women wing case</news:title>
<news:keywords>Tamil Nadu, madras high court, V Ponraj</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/tamil-nadu/2026/May/22/will-address-all-violations-says-tn-electricity-minister-c-t-r-nirmal-kumar</loc>
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<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-21/yey4yshf/Will-address.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Minister C T R Nirmal Kumar inspecting the 230 kV air-protected substation at the Chennai electricity board headquarters on Thursday</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-22T02:40:37.030Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Will address all violations, says TN electricity minister C T R Nirmal Kumar</news:title>
<news:keywords>Tamil Nadu, Minister C T R Nirmal Kumar</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/karnataka/2026/May/22/private-unaided-schools-need-not-have-smcs-centre</loc>
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<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-21/3rxdza5e/ANI_20260521092621.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>The clarification came after objections were raised by the Associated Managements of Primary and Secondary Schools in Karnataka (KAMS), which submitted a representation to Sanjay Kumar</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-22T02:38:07.469Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Private unaided schools need not have SMCs: Centre </news:title>
<news:keywords>Karnataka, Private unaided schools</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/tamil-nadu/2026/May/22/dumping-of-garbage-chokes-vaigai-flow-near-madurais-vandiyur</loc>
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<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2024-11-17/syv9plw0/cty_cooum082340.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Image used for representation</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-22T02:38:05.423Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Dumping of garbage chokes Vaigai flow near Madurai's Vandiyur</news:title>
<news:keywords>Tamil Nadu, Madurai, Waste Dumping, Vaigai river</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/cities/kochi/2026/May/22/race-for-greater-cochin-development-authority-chief-hots-up-but-questions-arise-over-mandate</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-22/cqffqvzm/new-new-9.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>N Venugopal (L) and Dominic Presentation.</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-05-22T02:37:47.183Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Race for Greater Cochin Development Authority chief hots up, but questions arise over mandate</news:title>
<news:keywords>Kochi, N Venugopal, GCDA, Dominic Presentation</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/karnataka/2026/May/22/karnataka-government-tightens-rules-to-curb-land-grab</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-21/k01gqkjr/Govt-tightens.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Commissionerate (KRC) has issued fresh directions regarding lands of which deceased owners (khatedar) are shown as having “No Legal Heirs” in the state’s e-Pouthi software system.</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-22T02:34:55.119Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Karnataka Government tightens rules to curb land grab</news:title>
<news:keywords>Karnataka, land grab</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/cities/kochi/2026/May/22/pvt-firm-promises-overseas-education-for-son-swindles-rs-6-lakh-from-ernakulam-woman</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-01-08/3zrrw07b/FIR_ycNCAdA.png</image:loc>
<image:caption>Ernakulam Town South police register case against private firm in Kadavanthra and four persons associated with it for allegedly cheating a woman of Rs 6 lakh.</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-22T02:34:24.187Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Pvt firm promises overseas education for son, swindles Rs 6 lakh from Ernakulam woman</news:title>
<news:keywords>Kochi, FIR registered, overseas education</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/karnataka/2026/May/22/upa-lokayukta-justice-files-case-against-two-forest-officials</loc>
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<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/TNIE/import/2024/1/14/original/UpalokayuktaJusticeKNPhaneendra.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Upalokayukta Justice KN Phaneendra.</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-05-22T02:34:04.815Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Upa Lokayukta Justice files case against two forest officials</news:title>
<news:keywords>Karnataka, Upa Lokayukta Justice B Veerappa</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/india/2026/May/22/detained-parent-arrested-in-neet-exam-paper-leak-case-more-under-scanner</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-22/ick65aqd/neet101830.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Dr Manoj Shirure allegedly purchased leaked questions for his son, who was preparing for the medical entrance test.</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-05-22T02:32:35.325Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Detained parent arrested in NEET exam paper leak case, more under scanner </news:title>
<news:keywords>India, CBI, NEET UG, NEET paper leak</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/tamil-nadu/2026/May/22/tirunelveli-district-panchayat-president-booked-for-land-fraud-in-nellai</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-03-08/fkwxy5dn/C_53_1_CH1509_43147210.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Image used for representation</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-22T02:31:58.304Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Tirunelveli district panchayat president booked for land fraud in Nellai</news:title>
<news:keywords>Tamil Nadu, land fraud case</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/cities/kochi/2026/May/22/kerala-home-minister-chennithala-seeks-dgp-report-on-eviction-drive-in-ernakulam</loc>
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<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-22/odi6l3i1/C_32_1_CH0349_73863848.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Home Minister Ramesh Chennithala.</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-05-22T02:31:50.112Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Kerala Home Minister Chennithala seeks DGP report on eviction drive in Ernakulam</news:title>
<news:keywords>Kochi, Kizhakkambalam, eviction drive, Home Minister Ramesh Chennithala</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/cities/kochi/2026/May/22/search-expands-to-dubai-in-kochi-modelling-scam</loc>
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<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/TNIE/import/2021/7/2/original/Police_Express-Illustration.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Investigators said the racket of luring young women to Dubai and allegedly handing them over to sex trafficking networks had been operating since 2022.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-22T02:29:19.446Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Search expands to Dubai in Kochi modelling scam</news:title>
<news:keywords>Kochi, human trafficking, modelling industry, alleged sex racket</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/tamil-nadu/2026/May/22/activists-demand-honour-killing-classification-in-kovilpatti-youth-murder-case</loc>
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<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2025-04-15/dwzck52s/New-Project-2025-04-15T104914.455.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Image used for representation</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-22T02:29:08.559Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Activists demand 'honour killing' classification in Kovilpatti youth murder case</news:title>
<news:keywords>Tamil Nadu, murder, Kovilpatti</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/india/2026/May/22/jaipur-diary-sharmas-gram-vikas-chaupals-spark-buzz</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-03-20/2g2lnayn/C_1_1_CH1467_118358711.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-22T02:29:04.683Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Jaipur Diary | Sharma’s Gram Vikas Chaupals spark buzz</news:title>
<news:keywords>India, Rajasthan, Bhajanlal Sharma</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/karnataka/2026/May/22/mass-burial-case-sit-recreates-crime-scene-in-dharmasthala</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2025-07-31/5ziwkadk/202507313467915.jpeg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Informed sources said that the investigators recreated the sequence of events relating to the recovery of the skull.</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-05-22T02:29:00.499Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>‘Mass burial’ case: SIT recreates crime scene in Dharmasthala</news:title>
<news:keywords>Karnataka, Dharmasthala burial case</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/cities/thiruvananthapuram/2026/May/22/railways-begins-groundwork-for-third-line-from-thiruvananthapuram-to-nagercoil</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-22/r9swks7e/Railways-begins.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>The proposal for a third railway line comes even as doubling works on the existing single-line section are progressing.</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-05-22T02:27:11.004Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Railways begins groundwork for third line from Thiruvananthapuram to Nagercoil</news:title>
<news:keywords>Thiruvananthapuram, Southern Railway, Thiruvananthapuram-Nagercoil</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/india/2026/May/22/if-crowds-swell-staggered-timings-for-namazis-at-eidgahs-say-clerics-in-up</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-22/du3n4w6t/namama102706.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>CM Yogi had said that namaz should be offered inside mosques and other designated places instead of public spaces like roads.</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-05-22T02:26:56.920Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>If crowds swell, staggered timings for namazis at Eidgahs, say clerics in UP</news:title>
<news:keywords>India, namaz, Friday namaz</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/karnataka/2026/May/22/hangyo-ice-creams-inaugurates-manufacturing-unit-at-tirupati</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-21/bwqehxay/Hangyo-Ice-Creams.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>The inaugural ceremony of the manufacturing facility of Hangyo Ice Creams Pvt Limited at Tirupati in Andhra Pradesh on Thursday.</image:caption>
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<news:name>newindianexpress</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-05-22T02:26:46.555Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Hangyo Ice Creams inaugurates 
manufacturing unit at Tirupati</news:title>
<news:keywords>Karnataka, Hangyo Ice Creams</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/karnataka/2026/May/22/second-karnataka-pu-exam-2-results-declared-pass-percentage-92</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-03-23/8m6fck4o/202603233718318.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Karnataka School Examination and Assessment Board (KSEAB) said, a total of 80,535 students appeared for the exam-2 and 36,764 students passed, recording a pass percentage of 45.65.</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-05-22T02:25:14.522Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Second Karnataka PU Exam-2 results declared, pass percentage 92</news:title>
<news:keywords>Karnataka, PU Exam-2 results</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/cities/kochi/2026/May/22/silverline-scrapped-easing-land-crunch-at-infopark-for-expansion-plans</loc>
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<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-21/ufzaf4n8/SilverLine-scrapped.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>SilverLine land freed up, offering Infopark space for expansion and investor projects.</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-05-22T02:25:11.251Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>SilverLine scrapped, easing land crunch at Infopark for expansion plans</news:title>
<news:keywords>Kochi, Infopark, SilverLine rail project, Land availability</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/tamil-nadu/2026/May/22/fl2-clubs-sale-rule-exists-only-on-paper-in-tamil-nadu-not-followed-in-spirit</loc>
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<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2025-07-10/bvs4v0be/C_1_1_CH1444_111071442.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>FL2 licensed bar functioning at Kattoor road in Coimbatore on Thursday.</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-05-22T02:23:07.126Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>FL2 clubs sale rule exists only on paper in Tamil Nadu, not followed in ‘spirit’</news:title>
<news:keywords>Tamil Nadu, FL2 recreational clubs, TN Excise department</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/india/2026/May/22/lights-camera-arrest-life-convict-bollywood-actor-nabbed-in-gujarat</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-22/tm3rzeb3/New-PCCCroject.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Hemant Modi was sentenced to life imprisonment in a 2005 murder case and was serving a jail term when in jumped parole in 2014.</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-05-22T02:23:05.694Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>‘Lights, camera, arrest’! Life convict Bollywood actor nabbed in Gujarat</news:title>
<news:keywords>India, Gujarat police, life convict, Hemant Modi</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/kerala/2026/May/22/wayanad-landslide-survivors-thank-agriculture-minister-siddique-for-securing-their-education</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-22/itoxcqh6/New-Project-2026-05-22T081203.188.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Agriculture Minister T Siddique.</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-05-22T02:21:13.523Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Wayanad landslide survivors thank Agriculture Minister Siddique for securing their education</news:title>
<news:keywords>Kerala, Mundakkai-Chooralmala landslides, T Siddique</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/india/2026/May/22/sabotage-behind-railway-accidents-says-report</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-22/5vuj24fe/rajdhani-fire110136.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Fire in Rajdhani express.</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-05-22T02:18:45.009Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Sabotage behind railway accidents, says report</news:title>
<news:keywords>India, Indian Railways, sabotage, Railway accidents</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/kerala/2026/May/22/tourist-safety-in-focus-as-munnars-reputation-hit-over-brawls</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-22/u2gchpmo/new-new-10.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>The latest clash was reportedly triggered when a tourist bus from Varkala stopped roadside at Top Station to drop visitors.</image:caption>
</image:image><news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>newindianexpress</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-05-22T02:16:48.070Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Tourist safety in focus as Munnar's reputation hit over brawls</news:title>
<news:keywords>Kerala, Kerala Tourism, Tourist safety, Munnar-Vattavada</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/tamil-nadu/2026/May/22/record-7-sc-mlas-part-of-vijays-tvk-ministry</loc>
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<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-22/5vu6cjsa/newindianexpress2026-05-15bo95ien9ANI20260512030244-1.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-05-22T02:16:02.096Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Record 7 SC MLAs part of Vijay’s TVK ministry</news:title>
<news:keywords>Tamil Nadu, TVK Government, SC Ministers</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/kerala/2026/May/22/exit-visa-expected-soon-for-kozhikode-man-imprisoned-in-saudi-jail</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-22/gg56v9j2/New-Project-2026-05-22T074151.080.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Abdul Rahim, a native of Feroke in Kozhikode district.</image:caption>
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<news:publication>
<news:name>newindianexpress</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-05-22T02:13:19.212Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Exit visa expected soon for Kozhikode man imprisoned in Saudi jail</news:title>
<news:keywords>Kerala, expatriates, Indian embassy in Saudi</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/tamil-nadu/2026/May/22/ai-gets-cabinet-berth-in-tamil-nadu-govt-to-enable-integration-of-data-in-service-delivery</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-22/r9t46j1y/New-Project-2026-05-22T074129.055.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Velachery MLA R Kumar has been inducted as Minister for Artificial Intelligence, Information Technology and Digital Services</image:caption>
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<news:publication>
<news:name>newindianexpress</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-05-22T02:13:11.966Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>AI gets cabinet berth in Tamil Nadu govt, to enable integration of data in service delivery</news:title>
<news:keywords>Tamil Nadu, AI artificial intelligence, TVK Government</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/india/2026/May/22/need-accused-nod-for-courts-to-hear-sedition-cases</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2025-03-20/0unyf6yg/Supreme%20Court%20of%20India.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>A view of the Supreme Court of India in New Delhi.</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-05-22T02:12:55.198Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>‘Need accused nod for courts to hear sedition cases’</news:title>
<news:keywords>India, Sedition cases</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/india/2026/May/22/bar-council-of-india-moves-sc-for-womens-representation</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-22/l8ojecni/ANI20260520142926-1.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>BCI moves Supreme Court for more representation of women in state Bar Councils</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-05-22T02:11:41.324Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Bar Council of India moves SC for women’s representation</news:title>
<news:keywords>India, Bar Council of India, women’s representation</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/kerala/2026/May/22/bjp-assigns-roles-to-mlas-in-kerala-assembly-rajeev-chandrasekhar-to-lead</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-22/rytourri/32-33-1-21tbjp32105chn34.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>BJP MLAs Rajeev Chandrasekhar, V Muraleedharan and B B Gopakumar in the assembly during the oath-taking ceremony on Thursday. UDF’s Mani C Kappan is also seen.</image:caption>
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<news:publication>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-05-22T02:08:55.068Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>BJP assigns roles to MLAs in Kerala assembly; Rajeev Chandrasekhar to lead</news:title>
<news:keywords>Kerala, Kerala assembly, BJP MLAs, Rajeev Chandrasekhar</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/india/2026/May/22/fir-filed-over-procession-hailing-rape-accused</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-22/6dj12nsg/fir095712.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>After his release from Dasna jail in Ghaziabad, supporters welcomed him with flower petals and took out a procession.</image:caption>
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<news:publication>
<news:name>newindianexpress</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-05-22T02:07:24.224Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>FIR filed over procession hailing rape accused</news:title>
<news:keywords>India, Ghaziabad police, rape accused, celebratory procession</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/tamil-nadu/2026/May/22/chief-financial-controller-suspended-for-illegalities-in-eb-tender</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2024-02/cc192896-1a73-490f-98fe-fbed42e032ad/SUSPENDED.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Image used for representational purposes.</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-05-22T02:05:41.026Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Chief financial controller suspended for illegalities in EB tender</news:title>
<news:keywords>Tamil Nadu, suspended, TNEB, TNGECL</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/kerala/2026/May/22/benny-behanan-emerges-frontrunner-for-kpcc-president</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-02-13/fuhx3395/New-Project-2026-02-13T083023.672.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Senior Congress leader Benny Behanan.</image:caption>
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<news:publication>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-05-22T02:05:08.639Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Benny Behanan emerges frontrunner for KPCC president</news:title>
<news:keywords>Kerala, Benny Behanan, KPCC president post, Kodukunnil Suresh</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/india/2026/May/22/us-offers-separate-treatment-for-india-under-section-232-probe</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-22/s2789osr/goyal075841.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Commerce and industry minister Piyush Goyal said a US delegation is expected to visit India next month for further negotiations on the proposed agreement.</image:caption>
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<news:publication>
<news:name>newindianexpress</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-05-22T02:03:22.155Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>US offers ‘separate treatment’ for India under Section 232 probe</news:title>
<news:keywords>India, India-US talks, Section 232</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/tamil-nadu/2026/May/22/after-15-years-coimbatore-back-on-political-map-with-twin-ministerial-berths</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-22/m4bqql73/BeFunky-collage-65.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Kinathukkadavu MLA Vignesh K and Coimbatore North MLA V Sampathkumar -- have been allocated ministerial berths in the TVK-led government</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-22T02:02:22.565Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>After 15 years, Coimbatore back on political map with twin ministerial berths</news:title>
<news:keywords>Tamil Nadu, TVK Government, MLA Vignesh K, MLA V Sampathkumar</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/kerala/2026/May/22/colour-cordiality-mark-induction-of-legislators-in-16th-kerala-assembly</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-22/ed68v84g/Colour-cordiality.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Leader of Opposition Pinarayi Vijayan greets Chief Minister V D Satheesan in the state assembly in Thiruvananthapuram on Thursday after taking oath.</image:caption>
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<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-22/2cjl26pn/mark_induction.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>CPM dissident and Taliparamba MLA T K Govindan shakes hands with party stalwart Pinarayi Vijayan before taking oath.</image:caption>
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<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-22/vktqvcbs/of_legislators.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>CPM dissident and pro tem speaker G Sudhakaran greets Pinarayi Vijayan who reached the speaker’s podium after taking oath.</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-22T02:02:03.194Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Colour, cordiality mark induction of legislators in 16th Kerala Assembly</news:title>
<news:keywords>Kerala, Kerala assembly, swearing-in ceremony</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/delhi/2026/May/22/7l-ration-cards-cancelled-income-eligibility-may-go-up-to-rs-25lyear</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-21/4qguxs8j/P_4780356110.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta addresses a press conference on the upgradation of the ration card system.</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-05-22T01:56:56.857Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>7L ration cards cancelled, income eligibility may go up to Rs 2.5L/year</news:title>
<news:keywords>Delhi, Delhi government, Ration Cards, CM Rekha Gupta</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/kerala/2026/May/22/new-kerala-govt-likely-to-retain-kiifb-but-with-borrowing-wings-clipped</loc>
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<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/TNIE/import/2023/9/12/original/KIIFB.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Kerala Infrastructure Investment Fund Board (KIIFB) logo.</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-22T01:55:30.171Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>New Kerala govt likely to retain KIIFB, but with borrowing wings clipped</news:title>
<news:keywords>Kerala, public debt, KIIFB, market borrowing</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/delhi/2026/May/22/two-cases-of-heatstroke-delhi-records-warmest-may-night-in-14-years</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-22/zpttzub4/weather05062929.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>People seen out on a hot day at Ajmeri Gate, on May 21, 2026 in New Delhi.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-22T01:55:01.692Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Two cases of heatstroke, Delhi records warmest May night in 14 years</news:title>
<news:keywords>Delhi, Delhi weather, heatstroke, Delhi heatwave</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/kerala/2026/May/22/imd-forecasts-weak-monsoon-in-kerala-3</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-20/xydk5c0e/P_4447641598.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>According to IMD, even June, the onset month, is expected to receive below normal showers, signalling a weak start to the rainy season.</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-22T01:53:09.051Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>IMD forecasts weak monsoon in Kerala</news:title>
<news:keywords>Kerala, Southwest monsoon, India Meteorological Department (IMD)</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/tamil-nadu/2026/May/22/rajesh-kumar-first-killiyoor-mla-to-become-minister</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-21/1hxp3raw/1_1_11__rajesh_kumar__s___killiyoor_assembly_constituency__234__2105chn_1.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Rajesh Kumar. S - Killiyoor Assembly Constituency (234) inducted as Cabinet Minister in the TVK-led government</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-22T01:51:01.230Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Rajesh Kumar first Killiyoor MLA to become minister</news:title>
<news:keywords>Tamil Nadu, S Rajesh Kumar, Congress Tamil Nadu, TVK Government</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/delhi/2026/May/22/air-india-flight-declares-emergency-at-delhi-airport-lands-safely-after-engine-fire-alert</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-22/o0fflstf/ANI_20260521203759.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Air India Bengaluru-Delhi flight lands safely in Delhi after engine fire alert during final approach.</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-22T01:50:42.610Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Air India flight declares emergency at Delhi airport, lands safely after engine fire alert</news:title>
<news:keywords>Delhi, Air India flight, engine fire indication</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/tamil-nadu/2026/May/22/andhra-govt-seeks-cumtas-expertise-to-manage-crowds-at-godavari-pushkarams</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-21/vlzvnh4k/Andhra-govt-seeks.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>AP govt formally initiated preparations for the Pushkarams last year</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-22T01:43:57.034Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Andhra govt seeks Cumta’s expertise to manage crowds at Godavari Pushkarams</news:title>
<news:keywords>Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh, Andhra government, CUMTA, Godavari Pushkarams</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/tamil-nadu/2026/May/22/plea-in-madras-hc-seeks-probe-into-useof-children-for-electoral-gains</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-22/dfysn7cx/PTI04212026000144A.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Vijay during a public meeting in Chennai on April 21, 2026</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-22T01:42:14.872Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Plea in Madras HC seeks probe into ‘use
of children for electoral gains’</news:title>
<news:keywords>Tamil Nadu, Madras High Court​, TN election campaign 2026</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/cities/chennai/2026/May/22/quack-tries-to-sexually-assault-patient-in-chennai-held</loc>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-22T01:37:58.099Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Quack tries to sexually assault patient in Chennai, held</news:title>
<news:keywords>Chennai, sexual assault case, Doctor quack</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/cities/chennai/2026/May/22/interview-new-gcc-chief-wants-to-make-chennai-disaster-resilient</loc>
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<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-21/43wyyiwz/New-GCC-chief.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Greater Chennai Corporation Commissioner G S Sameeran</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-22T01:34:00.802Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>INTERVIEW| New GCC chief wants to make Chennai disaster-resilient</news:title>
<news:keywords>Chennai, Greater Chennai Corporation</news:keywords>
</news:news>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/cities/chennai/2026/May/22/chennai-to-continue-recording-41-42-degree-celsius-for-next-two-days</loc>
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<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-21/zprysx6v/City-to-continue.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Visitors seeking relief at the shoreline at Kasimedu as Chennai continues to be affected by extreme hot weather conditions</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-22T01:30:20.948Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Chennai to continue recording 41-42 degree celsius for next two days</news:title>
<news:keywords>Chennai, Chennai heatwave</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/cities/chennai/2026/May/22/woman-with-mental-illness-raped-in-chennai-one-arrested</loc>
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<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-13/tc89vrf7/rape2_5eNMmlK.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Image used for representation</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-22T01:28:38.131Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Woman with mental illness raped in Chennai, one arrested</news:title>
<news:keywords>Chennai, sexual assault</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/world/2026/May/22/ebola-case-confirmed-in-rebel-held-congos-south-kivu-area</loc>
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<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-22/ytkxpn89/2026-05-21T044433Z669996924RC21DLAK1DWFRTRMADP3HEALTH-EBOLA-GOMA.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>A health worker takes the temperature of a woman passing through the Kanyaruchinya checkpoint, as authorities and aid agencies intensify efforts to contain a new Ebola outbreak involving the Bundibugyo strain, in the northern entry into the city of Goma, North Kivu province, the Democratic Republic of the Congo, May 20, 2026.</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-22T01:19:02.034Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Ebola case confirmed in rebel-held Congo's South Kivu area</news:title>
<news:keywords>World, Ebola outbreak, Africa Ebola Outbreak</news:keywords>
</news:news>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/world/2026/May/22/republicans-call-off-vote-on-iran-war-resolution-that-was-on-the-verge-of-passing</loc>
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<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-22/ezyijz6b/6a0dee8b63b9a.image.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Speaker of the House Mike Johnson, R-La., and House GOP leaders departs a news conference after primary elections that affirmed President Donald Trump's dominance of the Republican Party, at the Capitol in Washington, Wednesday, May 20, 2026.</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-22T01:12:24.408Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Republicans call off vote on Iran war resolution that was on the verge of passing</news:title>
<news:keywords>World, Republicans, Democrats, War Powers Resolution of 1973, Iran war vote</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/world/2026/May/22/gunmen-open-fire-in-two-separate-attacks-in-honduras-killing-at-least-25-people</loc>
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<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-22/teqh6kds/do-not-cross-2.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Image used for representative purposes only.</image:caption>
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<news:publication>
<news:name>newindianexpress</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-22T01:00:56.885Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Gunmen open fire in two separate attacks in Honduras, killing at least 25 people</news:title>
<news:keywords>World, gang war, unidentified gunmen, militarised area</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/delhi/2026/May/21/a-man-for-all-seasons</loc>
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<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-21/sgq9op6w/BW26.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Urdu poet Kanwar Mohinder Singh Bedi 'Sahar'</image:caption>
</image:image><image:image>
<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-21/09d0v0nr/A-Celebration-of-Memories.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>'A Celebration of Memories'</image:caption>
</image:image><image:image>
<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-21/h494f44k/DSC0146a.JPG</image:loc>
<image:caption>Translator and writer Kamna Prasad</image:caption>
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<news:publication>
<news:name>newindianexpress</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-05-21T22:01:00.000Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>A Man for all Seasons</news:title>
<news:keywords>Delhi, Delhi, Punjab, Books, Book review, Kanwar Mohinder Singh Bedi</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/editorial/2026/May/21/treat-extreme-heat-as-an-emergency-urgently-invest-in-local-bodies</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-21/huujo98a/P_4780329274.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>A man pours water over his head to beat the scorching heat as temperatures soar during the ongoing heatwave in Hyderabad</image:caption>
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<news:name>newindianexpress</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-21T20:13:59.021Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Treat extreme heat as an emergency, urgently invest in local bodies</news:title>
<news:keywords>Editorial</news:keywords>
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</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/editorial/2026/May/21/clear-norms-needed-for-safer-elephant-camps</loc>
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<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-18/hrrbkr7s/C_53_1_CH1509_4408104.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Elephants fighting during a bathing session at the Dubare Elephant Camp where a woman tourist was recently killed</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-21T20:13:50.523Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Clear norms needed for safer elephant camps</news:title>
<news:keywords>Editorial</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/editorial/quick-take/2026/May/21/quick-take-one-world-one-defence</loc>
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<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-21/y1s0p7le/X-for-QT.jpeg</image:loc>
<image:caption>A treatment centre in the Democratic Republic of Congo was set ablaze on earlier today after the death of a suspected Ebola patient</image:caption>
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<news:publication>
<news:name>newindianexpress</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-21T20:13:42.033Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Quick Take | One world, one defence </news:title>
<news:keywords>Quick Take</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/opinion/2026/May/21/cannot-be-viksit-without-adequate-nutrition-for-all</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-21/e6ou1r8o/21may2026.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Bio-fortification has emerged as an important intervention to boost the nutrient content of crops</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-21T19:47:16.340Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Why agriculture must align with health needs</news:title>
<news:keywords>Opinion</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/opinion/2026/May/21/reality-beneath-the-glass-ceiling</loc>
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<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-21/8cjumqru/GLIM-1.jpg.jpeg</image:loc>
<image:caption>It is high time that women get the full half of life’s choices and opportunities; not as charity and reservation; but as a natural flowering of a gender-equal society</image:caption>
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<news:publication>
<news:name>newindianexpress</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-21T19:46:18.857Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Reality beneath the glass ceiling</news:title>
<news:keywords>Opinion</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/xplore/2026/May/21/vivo-emerges-biggest-gainer-in-india-smartphone-market-past-one-year-counterpoint</loc>
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<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-01-01/7k4r27xy/C_1_1_CH1035_116042722.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Representative image</image:caption>
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<news:publication>
<news:name>newindianexpress</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-21T18:40:46.124Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Vivo emerges biggest gainer in India smartphone market past one year: Counterpoint</news:title>
<news:keywords>Xplore</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/xplore/2026/May/21/ai-chips-inside-everyday-devices-emerge-as-new-cyber-risk</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2025-12-09/hx62b9ao/202512093601164.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Representative image</image:caption>
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<news:publication>
<news:name>newindianexpress</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-21T18:37:39.655Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>AI chips inside everyday devices emerge as new cyber risk</news:title>
<news:keywords>Xplore</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/xplore/2026/May/21/all-you-want-to-know-about-data-centres</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-03-18/ypol7lsg/unnamed_RTmGiMI_width_1300.png</image:loc>
<image:caption>Image used for representational purposes only.</image:caption>
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<news:publication>
<news:name>newindianexpress</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-05-21T18:34:51.644Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>All you want to know about data centres </news:title>
<news:keywords>Xplore</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/sport/2026/May/21/sry-gene-test-to-make-debut-in-ranchi-nationals</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-04-18/laee5fdc/ANI_20260418134816.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>AFI to fund mandatory SRY gene testing for female athletes, says Adille Sumariwalla</image:caption>
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<news:name>newindianexpress</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-05-21T18:14:36.409Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>SRY gene test to make debut in Ranchi nationals</news:title>
<news:keywords>Sport, Athletics Federation of India, Federation Cup</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/sport/other/2026/May/21/federation-cup-tejaswin-aims-to-qualify-both-in-high-jump-and-decathlon-for-glasgow-cwg</loc>
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<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-21/fpq8k9bs/tejaswin.jpeg</image:loc>
<image:caption>(From L) Decathlete Tejaswin Shankar, sprinter Animesh Kujur &amp; 400m athlete Jay Kumar</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-21T18:08:48.381Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Federation Cup: Tejaswin aims to qualify both in high jump and decathlon for Glasgow CWG</news:title>
<news:keywords>Other, Federation Cup, Tejaswin Shankar</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/sport/cricket/2026/May/21/ipl-2026-once-a-lazy-son-of-priest-dubey-now-keeps-kolkata-knight-riders-in-hunt</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-21/72gh0dhf/Saurabh-Dubey-KKR-2.JPG</image:loc>
<image:caption>KKR's Saurabh Dubey celebrates the wicket of MI's Suryakumar Yadav on Wednesday</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-05-21T18:06:32.281Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>IPL 2026: Once a 'lazy' son of priest, Dubey now keeps Kolkata Knight Riders in hunt</news:title>
<news:keywords>Cricket, Kolkata Knight Riders vs Mumbai Indians, Indian premier league 2026, Saurabh Dubey</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/india/2026/May/21/parliamentary-panel-members-grill-nta-officials-over-neet-paper-leak-agency-denies-breach-in-system</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-21/rz6piwbg/ANI_20260521130803.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>National Testing Agency Director-General appears before Parliamentary panel.</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-05-21T18:04:42.014Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Parliamentary panel members grill NTA officials over NEET paper 'leak', agency denies breach in system</news:title>
<news:keywords>India, parliamentary panel, NTA, NEET paper leak</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/sport/cricket/2026/May/21/is-injury-management-of-india-players-in-ipl-a-concern</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-21/64uzz5d6/Varun.JPG</image:loc>
<image:caption>Varun Chakaravarthy collided with teammate Angkrish Raghuvanshi while attempting a catch during KKR's match against MI on Wednesday</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-05-21T17:57:29.187Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Is injury management of India players in IPL a concern?</news:title>
<news:keywords>Cricket, BCCI, Rohit Sharma injury, Varun Chakaravarthy, Indian premier league 2026</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/sport/2026/May/21/dropped-from-act-sports-ministry-wants-to-criminalise-dope-offenders</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2025-09-30/1zqrewsa/ANI_20250930100000.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-05-21T17:55:49.476Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Dropped from Act, sports ministry wants to criminalise dope offenders</news:title>
<news:keywords>Sport, Sports Ministry, Anti-Doping</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/india/2026/May/21/security-forces-recover-67-looted-weapons-in-manipur-arrest-four-unlfp-militants-in-major-crackdown</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-21/22dprdoo/IMG20260521183152.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Over time, an estimated 1,200 to 1,500 of these looted weapons were either surrendered or recovered by security forces.</image:caption>
</image:image><image:image>
<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-21/06vrtrux/IMG-20260521-WA0178.jpg</image:loc>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-21T17:52:33.483Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Security forces recover 67 looted weapons in Manipur, arrest four UNLF(P) militants in major crackdown</news:title>
<news:keywords>India, recovered, looted weapons</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/india/2026/May/21/delhi-airport-issues-advisory-on-ebola-for-passengers-other-international-airports-to-follow-soon</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-21/ooz04wua/ANI_20260521074157.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Image used for representation purposes only.</image:caption>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-05-21T17:43:28.592Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Delhi airport issues advisory on Ebola for passengers, other international airports to follow soon</news:title>
<news:keywords>India, Delhi, Indira Gandhi International Airport, travel advisory, Ebola outbreak</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/india/2026/May/21/centre-exempts-unaided-private-schools-from-revised-smc-guidelines-after-objections-from-institutions</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-21/t02buef5/ANI_20260521092621.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Representative Image</image:caption>
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<news:publication>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-05-21T17:27:24.228Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Centre exempts unaided private schools from revised SMC guidelines after objections from institutions</news:title>
<news:keywords>India, private schools, SMC guidelines</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/tamil-nadu/2026/May/21/vanni-arasu-am-shahjahan-to-be-sworn-in-as-ministers-in-cm-vijays-cabinet-on-friday</loc>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-21/s2gok7wf/BeFunky-collage-64.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>From Left: Vanni Arasu (VCK) and AM Shahjahan (IUML), will be sworn in as Ministers on Friday at the Lok Bhavan.</image:caption>
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<news:publication>
<news:name>newindianexpress</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-05-21T16:42:36.897Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Vanni Arasu, AM Shahjahan to be sworn in as ministers in CM Vijay’s cabinet on Friday</news:title>
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<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/world/2026/May/21/israel-deports-all-foreign-activists-from-gaza-flotilla</loc>
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<image:caption>Members of the Global Sumud Flotilla headed for Gaza and arrested and deported by Israel pose outside a terminal following their arrival at Istanbul Airport on May 21, 2026.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-21T16:34:26.659Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Israel deports all foreign activists from Gaza flotilla</news:title>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/madhya-pradesh/2026/May/21/twisha-sharmas-dowry-death-case-shifts-to-jabalpur-as-absconding-husband-moves-mp-hc-for-anticipatory-bail</loc>
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<image:caption>In a related development, Twisha’s father Navnidhi Sharma petitioned the MP High Court in Jabalpur on Thursday for cancelling the anticipatory bail granted by a Bhopal court to Giribala Singh on May 17.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-21T16:27:25.646Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Twisha Sharma's dowry death case shifts to Jabalpur as absconding husband moves MP HC for anticipatory bail</news:title>
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<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/tamil-nadu/2026/May/21/tamil-nadu-cm-vijays-cabinet-sets-record-with-seven-dalit-ministers-handling-key-portfolios</loc>
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<image:caption>Newly-elected Tamil Nadu Chief Minister and TVK chief C Joseph Vijay addresses the gathering during his swearing-in ceremony at Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium in Chennai, Sunday, May 10, 2026.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-21T16:01:46.277Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Tamil Nadu CM Vijay’s cabinet sets record with seven Dalit ministers handling key portfolios</news:title>
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<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/maharashtra/2026/May/21/ed-arrests-self-styled-godman-ashok-kharat-rs-70-crore-money-laundering-case</loc>
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<image:caption>Self-styled godman Ashok Kharat</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-21T15:53:46.799Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>ED arrests self-styled godman Ashok Kharat Rs 70 crore money laundering case</news:title>
<news:keywords>Maharashtra, arrest, Ashok Kharat</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/business/2026/May/21/maruti-suzuki-increases-car-price-by-up-to-rs-30000-from-june-2026</loc>
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<image:caption>Maruti Suzuki India Ltd (MSIL)</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-21T15:53:30.611Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Maruti Suzuki increases car price by up to Rs 30,000 from June 2026</news:title>
<news:keywords>Business, Maruti Suzuki, price hike</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/india/2026/May/21/indian-army-para-sf-joins-us-special-ops-live-demo-for-first-time</loc>
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<image:caption>Indian Army Para SF personnel participate in the live CAPEX drill in Florida on Wednesday.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-21T15:47:43.906Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Indian Army Para SF joins US special ops live demo for first time</news:title>
<news:keywords>India, Indian Army Para SF</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/lifestyle/health/2026/May/21/injectable-cosmetic-products-not-allowed-under-law-indias-drug-regulator</loc>
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<image:caption>Image of a syringe for representational purpose.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-21T15:45:12.844Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Injectable cosmetic products not allowed under law: India’s drug regulator</news:title>
<news:keywords>Health, India, Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation, Injectable cosmetic products</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/india/2026/May/21/ntca-team-to-probe-haridwar-tiger-poaching-forest-ranger-served-notice-over-lapses</loc>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-21T15:42:06.954Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>NTCA team to probe Haridwar tiger poaching; forest ranger served notice over lapses</news:title>
<news:keywords>India, NTCA, Tiger poaching</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/india/2026/May/21/dehradun-raids-expose-jihadi-drug-network-ncb-busts-illegal-captagon-factory-in-sahaspur</loc>
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<image:caption>The operation, led by the NCB, was the culmination of a trail that began following the arrest of a Syrian national, Albras Ahmed, in Delhi.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-21T15:36:55.266Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Dehradun raids expose ‘Jihadi Drug’ network: NCB busts illegal Captagon factory in Sahaspur</news:title>
<news:keywords>India, NCB, Jihadi Drug, Operation RAGEPILL</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/business/press-releases/2026/May/21/uttarakhand-cm-dhami-pays-heartfelt-tribute-to-general-khanduri</loc>
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<image:caption>Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami appeared deeply emotional over the demise of former Chief Minister Bhuvan Chandra Khanduri.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-21T15:32:28.626Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Uttarakhand CM Dhami pays heartfelt tribute to General Khanduri</news:title>
<news:keywords>Press Releases, CM Pushkar Singh Dhami, Bhuvan Chandra Khanduri</news:keywords>
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<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/india/2026/May/21/nautapa-to-intensify-heat-across-north-india-from-may-25-imd-predicts-rain-relief-in-punjab</loc>
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<image:caption>Representative iamge</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-21T15:26:26.442Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Nautapa to intensify heat across North India from May 25; IMD predicts rain relief in Punjab</news:title>
<news:keywords>India, Nautapa</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/business/2026/May/21/price-hike-helps-itc-to-cushion-the-impact-of-higher-taxes-on-cigarettes-q4-pat-rises-5-to-rs-5113-crore</loc>
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<image:caption>ITC logo used for representative purposes only.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-21T15:23:11.196Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Price hike helps ITC to cushion the impact of higher taxes on cigarettes, Q4 PAT rises 5% to Rs 5,113 crore</news:title>
<news:keywords>Business, ITC, price hike, cigarettes</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/lifestyle/health/2026/May/21/infant-advocacy-group-urges-centre-to-frame-national-guidelines-on-powdered-formula-use</loc>
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<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-21/hwa66q90/ANI_20240422144910.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Representative Image</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-21T14:49:38.714Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Infant advocacy group urges Centre to frame national guidelines on powdered formula use</news:title>
<news:keywords>Health, powdered formula</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/west-bengal/2026/May/21/calcutta-hc-grants-abhishek-banerjee-protection-from-coercive-action-over-his-rally-remarks</loc>
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<image:caption>TMC national general secretary Abhishek Banerjee.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-21T14:42:11.942Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Calcutta HC grants Abhishek Banerjee protection from coercive action over his rally remarks</news:title>
<news:keywords>West Bengal, Abhishek Banerjee</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/world/2026/May/21/key-pulwama-terror-attack-conspirator-hamza-burhan-killed-by-unidentified-gunmen-in-pok</loc>
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<image:caption>In this photo from February 14, 2019, Indian soldiers examine the debris after an explosion in Lethpora in south Kashmir's Pulwama district.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-21T14:39:16.457Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Key Pulwama terror attack conspirator Hamza Burhan killed by unidentified gunmen in PoK</news:title>
<news:keywords>World, Pulwama terror attack, shot dead, key conspirator</news:keywords>
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<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/elections/west-bengal-elections/2026/May/21/bengal-8611-turnout-marks-peaceful-falta-repoll-bjp-eyes-virtual-walkover-after-jahangir-exit</loc>
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<image:caption>Security personnel stand guard at a polling station.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-21T14:36:52.784Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Bengal: 86.11% turnout marks peaceful Falta repoll; BJP eyes virtual walkover after Jahangir exit</news:title>
<news:keywords>West Bengal Elections, West Bengal, West Bengal elections 2026, Falta assembly constituency, Falta repoll</news:keywords>
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<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/west-bengal/2026/May/21/suvendu-adhikari-aide-murder-man-arrested-from-lucknow-released-cbi-claims-mistaken-identity</loc>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-21T14:30:28.937Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Suvendu Adhikari aide murder: Man arrested from Ayodhya released, CBI claims mistaken identity</news:title>
<news:keywords>West Bengal, Uttar Pradesh, India, Chandranath Rath Murder, West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari</news:keywords>
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<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/west-bengal/2026/May/21/send-bangladeshi-infiltrators-to-bsf-not-courts-suvendu-tells-bengal-police</loc>
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<image:caption>West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari addresses a press conference after an administrative meeting in Howrah on Thursday, May 21, 2026.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-21T14:28:58.559Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Send Bangladeshi infiltrators to BSF, not courts: Suvendu tells Bengal police</news:title>
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<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/cities/bengaluru/2026/May/21/mrpl-to-lay-petroleum-product-pipeline-to-bengaluru-international-airport</loc>
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<image:caption>MRPL officials with the authorisation letter to lay the pipeline to KIA.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-21T14:20:59.629Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>MRPL to lay petroleum product pipeline to Bengaluru International Airport</news:title>
<news:keywords>Bengaluru, Bengaluru’s Kempegowda International Airport, petroleum product pipeline</news:keywords>
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<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/india/2026/May/21/modi-making-reels-in-italy-while-our-youth-tormented-by-paper-leaks-rahul-gandhi-2</loc>
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<image:caption>Congress leader Rahul Gandhi</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-21T13:59:13.235Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Modi making reels in Italy, while our youth tormented by paper leaks: Rahul Gandhi</news:title>
<news:keywords>India, Narendra Modi, NEET paper leak, ​Rahul Gandhi</news:keywords>
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<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/entertainment/kannada/2026/May/21/kannadanews2026may21neeniddare-to-take-feature-film-route</loc>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-21T13:58:59.038Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Neeniddare to take feature film route</news:title>
<news:keywords>Neeniddare, Avil Rodrigues, Karen Pinto, Smita Pinto</news:keywords>
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<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/entertainment/kannada/2026/May/21/kannadanews2026may21mythria-gowda-returns-to-cinema-launches-production-house</loc>
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<image:caption>Mythria Gowda</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-21T13:58:34.160Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Mythria Gowda returns to cinema, launches production house
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<news:keywords>Mythria Gowda, Maithriya Global Trust</news:keywords>
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<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/entertainment/kannada/2026/May/21/kannadanews2026may21kiran-srinivas-i-am-happiest-in-the-supporting-characters-space</loc>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-21T13:57:58.931Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Kiran Srinivas: I am happiest in the supporting characters space</news:title>
<news:keywords>Kiran Srinivas, Mahaan, Vijay Raghavendra, IPL</news:keywords>
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<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/entertainment/hindi/2026/May/21/internationalnews2026may20karan-johars-dharma-productions-to-make-gujarati-film-debut-with-jindagi-once-more</loc>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-21T13:57:39.028Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Karan Johar’s Dharma Productions to make Gujarati film debut with Jindagi Once More</news:title>
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<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/entertainment/english/2026/May/21/englishnews2026may20greys-anatomy-gets-a-new-spinoff</loc>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-21T13:57:19.124Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Grey's Anatomy gets a new spinoff</news:title>
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<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/entertainment/hindi/2026/May/21/hindinews2026may20gullak-s5-gets-premiere-date</loc>
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<image:caption>Israeli naval forces sail a confiscated Gaza-bound flotilla boat into Israel's Ashdod port after intercepting the vessel on the Mediterranean Sea, Tuesday, May 19, 2026.</image:caption>
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<image:caption>Twisha Sharma with her husband Samarth Singh.</image:caption>
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<news:title>Twisha Sharma's absconding husband petitions MP High Court seeking anticipatory bail in dowry death case</news:title>
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<image:caption>It is not just college graduates who need to develop skills; the existing workforce in companies also needs upskilling and reskilling.</image:caption>
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<image:caption>Representational Image.</image:caption>
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<news:title>Punjab BJP likely to appoint Sikh leader as party president ahead of 2027 polls</news:title>
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<image:caption>Oscar-nominated director Jafar Panahi, who has been jailed twice, faced a court hearing on Wednesday over his latest sentence, a one-year prison term and two-year travel ban, according to Iranian media.</image:caption>
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<news:title>War risks choking Iran's world-beating cinema, warn directors</news:title>
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<image:caption>Israeli naval forces sail a confiscated Gaza-bound flotilla boat into Israel's Ashdod port after intercepting the vessel on the Mediterranean Sea, Tuesday, May 19, 2026.</image:caption>
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<news:title>Israel begins deporting hundreds of international flotilla activists</news:title>
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<news:title>Madras HC seeks ECI’s response to petition against TVK for misuse of children in poll campaign</news:title>
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<image:caption>Red Cross workers carry the body of a person who died of Ebola into a coffin at a health center in Rwampara, Congo, Wednesday, May 20, 2026.</image:caption>
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<image:caption>IUML National President KM Kader Mohideen.</image:caption>
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<image:caption>Rajya Sabha MP and BJP leader Raghav Chadha addresses a press conference in Delhi.</image:caption>
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<news:title>Criticising political switch 'not defamatory': Delhi HC tells Raghav Chadha in personality rights case</news:title>
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<image:caption>DRI seizes 3,00,000 smuggled cigarettes/vapes worth Rs 120 crore across four states</image:caption>
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<image:caption>A view of the Calcutta High Court premises in Kolkata.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-21T10:30:53.618Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Calcutta HC orders setting up SIT of CBI to probe hushing-up charges in RG Kar rape-murder case</news:title>
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<image:caption>Congress workers protest against irregularities in NEET-UG exams in Jaipur on Thursday, May 21, 2026.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-21T10:21:22.522Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Congress workers protest over NEET irregularities in Jaipur; police use water cannons to stop march</news:title>
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<image:caption>An electric rickshaw driver splashes water on his face to cook off under the intense summer heat in Lucknow, India, Wednesday, May 20, 2026.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-21T09:59:48.888Z</news:publication_date>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-21T09:46:47.692Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>UP government sets up five-member OBC commission for rural civic poll reservations</news:title>
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<image:caption>A trail of mountaineers' headlamps is visible from Everest Base Camp as climbers ascend toward the summit of Mount Everest, Nepal, Thursday, April 30, 2026.</image:caption>
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<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/india/2026/May/21/petrol-pumps-in-punjab-run-dry-dealers-seek-immediate-govt-intervention-to-increase-fuel-supply</loc>
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<image:caption>Customers refuel their vehicles at a petrol pump after petrol and diesel prices were hiked in the second increase within a week, in Amritsar on Tuesday, May 19, 2026.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-21T09:35:59.697Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Petrol pumps in Punjab run dry, dealers seek immediate govt intervention to increase fuel supply</news:title>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/world/2026/May/21/myanmar-military-recaptures-2-strategic-border-towns-from-ethnic-militias-2</loc>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-21T09:31:52.284Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Myanmar military recaptures 2 strategic border towns from ethnic militias</news:title>
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<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/business/2026/May/21/adani-ports-to-acquire-jaypee-fertilizers-for-rs-1500-crore-through-insolvency</loc>
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<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-21/n48js7yz/Adani-Ports-and-Logistics.png</image:loc>
<image:caption>Image used for representational purposes only.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-21T09:11:01.116Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Adani Ports to acquire Jaypee Fertilizers for Rs 1,500 crore through insolvency</news:title>
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<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/business/2026/May/21/us-team-may-visit-india-next-month-for-bta-talks-commerce-minister-goyal</loc>
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<image:caption>Union Minister of Commerce &amp; Industry Piyush Goyal addresses the AMCHAM Annual Leadership Summit themed 'Towards the Resilient Supply Chain' at The Oberoi Hotel, in New Delhi on Thursday, May 21, 2026.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-21T09:04:08.249Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>US team may visit India next month for BTA talks: Commerce Minister Goyal</news:title>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/business/2026/May/21/no-plans-to-restrict-non-essential-imports-minister-piyush-goyal</loc>
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<image:caption>Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-21T08:56:13.880Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>No plans to restrict non essential imports: Minister Piyush Goyal</news:title>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/sport/cricket/2026/May/21/anukul-roy-added-to-india-a-squad-for-sri-lanka-tri-series-2</loc>
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<image:caption>Kolkata Knight Riders' Anukul Roy during a warm-up session before the Indian Premier League 2026 match against Mumbai Indians at Eden Gardens in Kolkata on Wednesday, May 20, 2026.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-21T08:49:41.195Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Anukul Roy added to India A squad for Sri Lanka tri-series</news:title>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/bihar/2026/May/21/bihar-government-creates-new-ig-border-post-to-strengthen-surveillance-curb-infiltration</loc>
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<image:caption>Image used for representational purposes only.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-21T08:45:06.029Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Bihar government creates new IG Border post to strengthen surveillance, curb infiltration</news:title>
<news:keywords>Bihar, Inspector General, Border, border surveillance</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/india/2026/May/21/india-undertakes-worlds-largest-tb-screening-programme-says-nadda</loc>
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<image:caption>Former Union Health Minister Jagat Prakash Nadda . (File | PTI)</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-21T08:37:37.772Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>India undertakes world’s largest TB screening programme, says Nadda</news:title>
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<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/tamil-nadu/2026/May/21/tn-cabinet-expansion-sengottaiyan-moved-to-revenue-marie-wilson-gets-finance-exclusive-ai-ministry</loc>
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<image:caption>(L to R) Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay, Governor Rajendra Arlekar and Chief Secretary Sai Kumar during the swearing-in ceremony of ministers at Lok Bhavan in Chennai, Thursday, May 21, 2026.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-21T08:34:09.908Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>TN Cabinet expansion: Sengottaiyan moved to Revenue, Marie Wilson gets Finance, exclusive AI ministry</news:title>
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<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/tamil-nadu/2026/May/21/veteran-aiadmk-leader-and-former-assembly-speaker-dhanapal-quits-the-party</loc>
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<image:caption>Former Tamil Nadu Assembly Speaker Dhanapal</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-21T08:32:00.196Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Veteran AIADMK leader and former Assembly Speaker Dhanapal quits the party</news:title>
<news:keywords>Tamil Nadu, Edappadi K. Palaniswami, AIADMK leader P Dhanapal</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/tamil-nadu/2026/May/21/tamil-thaai-vaazhthu-row-resurfaces-at-vijay-cabinet-expansion-ceremony</loc>
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<image:caption>TN CM Joseph Vijay</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-21T08:21:54.071Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Tamil Thaai Vaazhthu row resurfaces at Vijay Cabinet expansion ceremony</news:title>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/rajasthan/2026/May/21/panther-beaten-to-death-carcass-set-ablaze-by-mob-in-rajasthans-bharatpur</loc>
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<image:caption>According to Forest Department officials, the female panther was less than two years old and had most likely strayed into the village in search of water.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-21T08:14:58.665Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Panther beaten to death, carcass set ablaze by mob in Rajasthan’s Bharatpur</news:title>
<news:keywords>Rajasthan, India, Panther beaten to death</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/business/2026/May/21/james-murdoch-media-scion-strikes-deal-for-new-york-magazine-and-vox</loc>
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<image:caption>James Murdoch arrives at St Bride’s Church for the celebration ceremony of the wedding of Rupert Murdoch and Jerry Hall in London, March 5, 2016.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-21T08:05:14.822Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>James Murdoch, media scion, strikes deal for New York Magazine and Vox</news:title>
<news:keywords>Business, James Murdoch, New York Magazine, Vox</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/sport/tennis/2026/May/21/french-open-players-plan-media-protest-over-prize-money-share-2</loc>
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<image:caption>Casper Ruud, of Norway, serves to Jannik Sinner, of Italy, during the final match at the Italian Open tennis tournament</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-21T07:54:38.460Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>French Open players plan media protest over prize-money share</news:title>
<news:keywords>Tennis, French Open, media protest</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/sport/football/2026/May/21/arsenal-fans-feel-the-joy-of-european-soccers-season-of-wild-and-historic-title-winners</loc>
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<image:caption>Arsenal supporters gather to celebrate at the Arsenal stadium after Arsenal's soccer team won the Premier League title in London.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-21T07:50:07.268Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Arsenal fans feel the joy of European soccer's season of wild and historic title winners</news:title>
<news:keywords>Football, Premier League title, Arsenal fans</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/world/2026/May/21/iran-media-say-mediator-pakistans-army-chief-due-in-tehran</loc>
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<image:caption>Pakistan's army chief Field Marshal Asim Munir.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-21T07:47:16.543Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Iran media say mediator Pakistan's army chief due in Tehran</news:title>
<news:keywords>World, West Asia conflict, Pakistan Army chief General Asim Munir, Iran War, US-Iran peace talks</news:keywords>
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<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/sport/football/2026/May/21/aston-villa-prince-william-celebrate-europa-league-triumph-ending-teams-30-year-trophy-drought</loc>
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<image:caption>Aston Villa players celebrate as they win the Europa League final soccer match between Freiburg and Aston Villa in Istanbul.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-21T07:46:58.819Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Aston Villa, Prince William celebrate Europa League triumph ending team's 30-year trophy drought</news:title>
<news:keywords>Football, Prince William, Aston Villa, Europa League triumph</news:keywords>
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<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/kerala/2026/May/21/swearing-in-ceremony-of-mlas-in-kerala-assembly-underway</loc>
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<image:caption>The Kerala legislative Assembly building in Thiruvananthapuram</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-21T07:46:43.993Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Swearing in ceremony of MLAs in Kerala Assembly underway</news:title>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/world/2026/May/21/this-hard-line-iranian-general-is-a-major-player-in-talks-with-us-over-war</loc>
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<image:caption>Iran's interior minister Ahmad Vahidi briefs the media on elections in Tehran, Iran, March 4, 2024</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-21T07:44:54.126Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>This hard-line Iranian general is a major player in talks with US over war</news:title>
<news:keywords>World, Hard-line Iranian general, Ahmad Vahidi</news:keywords>
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<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/sport/other/2026/May/21/keymer-extends-lead-as-firouzja-withdraws-praggnanandhaa-held-in-super-chess-classic</loc>
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<image:caption>Indian Grandmaster R Praggnanandhaa shakes hands with Alireza Firouzja of France at the Sinquefield Cup chess tournament in St. Louis, Missouri, USA, on Tuesday, Aug. 26, 2025.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-21T07:43:33.153Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Keymer extends lead as Firouzja withdraws, Praggnanandhaa held in Super Chess Classic</news:title>
<news:keywords>Other, Grandmaster R Praggnanandhaa, Alireza Firouzja, Super Chess Classic</news:keywords>
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<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/west-bengal/2026/May/21/west-bengal-government-makes-vande-mataram-compulsory-in-all-madrassas</loc>
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<image:caption>A madrassa class in progress.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-21T07:43:10.324Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>West Bengal government makes ‘Vande Mataram’ compulsory in all madrassas</news:title>
<news:keywords>West Bengal, Vande Mataram, West Bengal government, madrassa</news:keywords>
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<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/india/2026/May/21/nationwide-chemists-strike-spotlights-demand-for-pm-intervention-over-illegal-online-medicine-sales</loc>
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<image:caption>AIOCD said that more than 12.40 lakh chemists and druggists across India participated in the strike after due intimation and public notice.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-21T07:40:29.344Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Nationwide chemists' strike spotlights demand for PM intervention over illegal online medicine sales</news:title>
<news:keywords>India, Nationwide chemists' strike, illegal online medicine sales</news:keywords>
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<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/ampstories/web-stories/2026/May/21/21-tvk-two-congress-mlas-take-oath-in-vijays-tn-cabinet-expansion</loc>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-21T07:39:02.719Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>21 TVK, two Congress MLAs take oath in Vijay’s TN cabinet expansion</news:title>
<news:keywords>Web Stories, TVK-Congress Alliance, TVK cabinet expansion</news:keywords>
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<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/videos/entertainment/2026/May/21/delhi-family-power-hindu-nationalism-deep-conversation-with-karan-mahajan-book-talk</loc>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-21T07:38:57.925Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Delhi, Family Power &amp; Hindu Nationalism | Deep Conversation with Karan Mahajan | Book Talk</news:title>
<news:keywords>Karan Mahajan The Complex, Book Talk with Kaveree Bamzai</news:keywords>
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<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/west-bengal/2026/May/21/purulia-district-officials-take-bus-to-attend-west-bengal-cms-meeting-amid-push-to-cut-expenses</loc>
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<image:caption>West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari being greeted by supporters during a visit to Belur Math, in Howrah district, Thursday, May 21, 2026.</image:caption>
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<news:title>Purulia district officials take bus to attend West Bengal CM's meeting amid push to cut expenses</news:title>
<news:keywords>West Bengal, Bengal CM Suvendu Adhikari, PM’s austerity appeal, fuel saving</news:keywords>
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<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/ampstories/web-stories/2026/May/21/saraswati-antya-pushkaralu-begins-with-sacred-rituals-at-triveni-sangam-in-kaleshwaram</loc>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-21T07:24:12.040Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Saraswati Antya Pushkaralu begins with sacred rituals at Triveni Sangam in Kaleshwaram</news:title>
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<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/videos/videos-nation/2026/May/21/has-congress-gained-from-siddaramaiah-3-years-rule-or-made-bjp-stronger-bottomline</loc>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-21T07:22:41.715Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Has Congress Gained from Siddaramaiah 3 Years Rule? Or Made BJP Stronger? | BottomLine</news:title>
<news:keywords>Congress under Siddaramaiah in Karnataka, BottomLine with Prabhu Chawla</news:keywords>
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<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/kerala/2026/May/21/kerala-cm-vd-satheesan-again-uses-full-name-in-mla-oath-amid-row-over-menon-surname</loc>
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<image:caption>Kerala Chief Minister VD Satheesan takes oath of office during the swearing-in ceremony of the state government, in Thiruvananthapuram.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-21T07:21:32.922Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Kerala CM VD Satheesan again uses full name in MLA oath amid row over ‘Menon’ surname</news:title>
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<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/uttar-pradesh/2026/May/21/semi-naked-dacoits-rob-multiple-homes-in-a-night-in-ups-budaun-police-form-five-teams-to-hunt</loc>
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<image:caption>Semi-naked dacoits rob multiple homes in a single night in UP's Budaun.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-21T07:19:41.408Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Semi-naked dacoits rob multiple homes in a night in UP's Budaun; police form five teams to hunt</news:title>
<news:keywords>Uttar Pradesh, India, dacoits, Armed robbers</news:keywords>
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<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/videos/videos-sport/2026/May/21/when-csk-faithful-finally-get-to-see-their-thala-dhoni-at-chepauk-2</loc>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-21T07:09:46.578Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>When CSK faithful finally get to see their Thala Dhoni at Chepauk</news:title>
<news:keywords>CSK Dhoni fans , IPL 2026</news:keywords>
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<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/india/2026/May/21/prime-minister-modi-showcases-indias-cultural-heritage-through-gifts-to-norways-royals-and-pm</loc>
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<image:caption>From Orchid painting to Palm-leaf Pattachitra: PM Modi presents India's rich art to Norway's royalty and PM.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-21T07:04:16.467Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Prime Minister Modi showcases India’s cultural heritage through gifts to Norway’s royals and PM</news:title>
<news:keywords>India, Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Norway visit</news:keywords>
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<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/india/2026/May/21/india-issues-ebola-advisory-for-travellers-from-africa-no-cases-detected-screening-stepped-up</loc>
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<image:caption>Red Cross workers arrive at a health center, to transport people who died of Ebola, in Rwampara, Congo, Wednesday, May 20, 2026</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-21T07:04:10.546Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>India issues Ebola advisory for travellers from Africa; no cases detected, screening stepped up</news:title>
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<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/india/2026/May/21/pm-modi-needs-new-gyan-on-economy-congress-calls-for-radical-reset-in-economic-policy-making</loc>
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<image:caption>Congress general secretary in-charge communications, Jairam Ramesh.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-21T06:48:51.457Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>'PM Modi needs new Gyan on economy': Congress calls for radical reset in economic policy-making</news:title>
<news:keywords>India, Indian economy, PM Narendra Modi​, Congress general secretary Jairam Ramesh</news:keywords>
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<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/india/2026/May/21/27-maoists-lay-down-arms-before-police-in-ranchi</loc>
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<image:caption>Arms and ammunition surrendered by 27 Maoists are displayed during an event after their surrender, in Ranchi, Jharkhand, Thursday, May 21, 2026.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-21T06:33:32.179Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>27 Maoists lay down arms before police in Ranchi </news:title>
<news:keywords>India, Maoists surrender, Jharkhand DGP Tadasha Mishra</news:keywords>
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<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/tamil-nadu/2026/May/21/congress-calls-tn-cabinet-berths-gift-to-loyal-cadres-after-59-years</loc>
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<image:caption>Congress MP Manickam Tagore</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-21T06:32:29.578Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Congress calls TN cabinet berths ‘gift’ to loyal cadres after 59 years</news:title>
<news:keywords>Tamil Nadu, Congress, Girish Chodankar, TVK-Congress Alliance, Tamil Nadu CM Joseph Vijay</news:keywords>
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<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/thiruvananthapuram/2026/May/21/a-city-of-trees-under-pressure-as-monsoon-damage-and-cutting-collide</loc>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-21T06:30:34.699Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>A city of trees under pressure as monsoon damage and cutting collide</news:title>
<news:keywords>Thiruvananthapuram, monsoon, Trees falling</news:keywords>
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<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/kerala/2026/May/21/tale-of-a-letter-to-class-teacher-and-an-idol-theft-2</loc>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-21T06:22:37.135Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Tale of a letter to class teacher and an idol theft</news:title>
<news:keywords>Kerala, crime, Theft</news:keywords>
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<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/india/2026/May/21/west-asia-crisis-have-asked-all-hcs-to-conduct-online-hearings-says-cji-surya-kant</loc>
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<image:caption>Chief Justice of India (CJI) Surya Kant.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-21T06:21:07.146Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>West Asia crisis: 'Have asked all HCs to conduct online hearings,' says CJI Surya Kant</news:title>
<news:keywords>India, West Asia conflict, CJI Surya Kant</news:keywords>
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<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/world/2026/May/21/us-military-boards-iranian-flagged-oil-tanker-suspected-of-trying-to-breach-blockade-2</loc>
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<image:caption>The sun rises behind tankers anchored in the Strait of Hormuz off the coast of Qeshm Island, Iran, Saturday, April 18, 2026.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-21T06:08:16.977Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>US military boards Iranian-flagged oil tanker suspected of trying to breach blockade</news:title>
<news:keywords>World, oil tanker, West Asia conflict, Iran War</news:keywords>
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<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/india/2026/May/21/khanduri-laid-to-rest-with-full-state-honours-in-haridwar</loc>
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<image:caption>The funeral procession was attended by several dignitaries, reflecting the profound impact Khanduri had on India’s political landscape.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-21T06:08:02.213Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Khanduri laid to rest with full state honours in Haridwar</news:title>
<news:keywords>India, Bhuwan Chandra Khanduri</news:keywords>
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<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/opinion/mindspace/2026/May/21/mental-health-priorities-for-the-new-government-2</loc>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-21T06:06:37.188Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Mental health priorities for the new Kerala government </news:title>
<news:keywords>Mindspace, mental health</news:keywords>
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<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/india/2026/May/21/us-shuts-down-india-based-call-centre-accused-of-defrauding-elderly-americans-in-tech-scam</loc>
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<image:caption>US shuts India-based call centre operation that allegedly defrauded elderly Americans.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-21T05:57:21.109Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>US shuts down India-based call centre accused of defrauding elderly Americans in tech scam</news:title>
<news:keywords>India, Call centre scam, US FBI</news:keywords>
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<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/kerala/2026/May/21/tk-govindan-and-kunhikrishnan-who-breached-cpms-kannur-fort-take-oath-as-mlas</loc>
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<image:caption>COM rebels T K Govindan (left) and V Kunhikrishnan</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-21T05:55:11.273Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>TK Govindan and Kunhikrishnan, who breached CPMs Kannur 'fort' take oath as MLAs</news:title>
<news:keywords>Kerala, Kerala Legislative Assembly, CPM rebels, alternative Left politics</news:keywords>
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<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/india/2026/May/21/man-returns-home-in-jharkhand-days-after-family-buries-wrong-body-by-mistake</loc>
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<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-21/a5tsd6ch/dead-body.jpg</image:loc>
<image:caption>Family buries wrong body after mistaken identity; missing man returns alive.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-21T05:45:18.035Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>Man returns home in Jharkhand days after family buries wrong body by mistake</news:title>
<news:keywords>India, mistaken identity, burial dispute</news:keywords>
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<loc>https://www.newindianexpress.com/world/2026/May/21/the-united-nations-top-court-will-issue-an-advisory-opinion-on-the-right-to-strike</loc>
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<image:loc>https://cf-images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2026-05-21/emjtpqjr/Exterior-view-of-the-Peace-Palace-which-houses-the-International-Court-of-Justice.webp</image:loc>
<image:caption>Exterior view of the Peace Palace, which houses the International Court of Justice, or World Court, in The Hague, Netherlands, Monday, Feb. 18, 2019.</image:caption>
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<news:publication_date>2026-05-21T05:38:09.257Z</news:publication_date>
<news:title>The United Nations’ top court will issue an advisory opinion on the right to strike</news:title>
<news:keywords>World, International Court of Justice, International Labor Organization</news:keywords>
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