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Iran war energy shock drives interest in ethanol and other biofuels across hard-hit Asia
The News Flicker·May 15, 2026
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Major Anti-Drug Drive in Kulgam: Property of Drug Peddler Demolished in YariporaDistrict Poonch Galvanizes Against Drug Abuse with Mega Launch of ‘Nasha Mukt J&K’ Campaign and Massive Unity MarchPanchayat Electoral Roll Revision Camp Held at Devsar, DC Kulgam PresidesKulgam Police Arrest 5 Drug Peddlers, Including 2 in Backward Linkage; Medical Shop Sealed for Violating Schedule H NormsDIG Traffic Kashmir inspects NH-44, reviews traffic management in South KashmirGunshots heard during search operation in GanderbalRemove Bottlenecks for Smooth Traffic Regulations in District: DC Kulgam to OfficersACB Nabs Naib Tehsildar Red-Handed While Accepting Bribe in Anantnag's ArwaniRetired Police ASI Killed in Hit-and-Run at Magam; Auto Driver InjuredJKPS to IPS Induction Vacancies Likely to Rise to 10 Amid RetirementsTraffic police to act tough against minors driving vehicles: DySP3-month ration likely in J&K from April, FCS&CA awaits final nod
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Tech1 min
AI coding startup Cursor is hiring for 200 roles in one region
In the next six months, the 800-person company plans to hire 200 employees in four countries, an engineer told Business Insider.
The News Flicker·May 15, 2026
Sports1 min
Sahith Theegala Makes Strong Start At PGA Championship
Sahith Theegala, an Indian-American golfer, delivered a composed performance at the PGA Championship, positioning himself as a strong contender. His round stood out amidst challenging conditions, while other notable players faced difficulties. Four players of…
The News Flicker·May 15, 2026
World News1 min
RPI (A) leader Anil More dies after being hacked at Pimpri Chinchwad bar; police probe past dispute angle
Anil More, the Maharashtra president of the RPI (A)’s workers’ wing, was at Yuvraj Restaurant and Bar in Moshi on Wednesday when two men attacked him. RPI (A) party workers have demanded that the accused be arrested soon.
The News Flicker·May 15, 2026
Jammu & Kashmir
Jammu & Kashmir1 min read
Major Anti-Drug Drive in Kulgam: Property of Drug Peddler Demolished in Yaripora
Bhat AshrafKulgam, May 6: In a major crackdown against drug trafficking, Kulgam Police on Wednesday demolished a property belonging to an alleged drug peddler i...
News Flicker·May 6, 2026
Shopian Times Owner Ends Partnership, Issues Public Notice
April 22, 2026·1 min
India will never forget, terror will be met with strength: Rajnath Singh pays tribute to victims of Pahalgam terror attack
April 22, 2026·1 min
Union Minister Ramdas Athawale Addresses Public Meetings in Kulgam, Exudes Confidence in RPI’s Growth
April 20, 2026·2 min
MLA Devsar Asserts No Hill District Bill in Assembly, Vows to Fight for Constituency
April 20, 2026·1 min
India
India1 min
US-born teen Buddhist lama balances monastic life and pop culture in Himalayan foothills
A young American teen, Jalue Dorje, embraces his destiny as a reincarnated lama. He navigates a dual life, blending his love for video games and sports with ancient Buddhist traditions. Recognized by the Dalai Lama, Dorje now trains at a monastery in India.
The News Flicker·May 15, 2026
India1 min
India raises fuel prices as global energy crisis adds pressure on economy
India has raised fuel prices by 3 rupees per liter to offset losses from higher global oil prices. On Friday, gasoline in New Delhi rose to 97.77 rupees a liter, while diesel climbed to 90.67 rupees. India imports about 90% of its oil and has been hit hard by…
The News Flicker·May 15, 2026
India1 min
Is your portfolio FII-proof? 7 stocks Jefferies says can defy the $53 billion foreign selloff
Foreign investors have divested $53 billion from Indian equities since late 2024, leading to underperformance against emerging markets. Domestic institutions have stepped in, becoming the dominant force and increasing their shareholding to a record 18.6%, eff…
The News Flicker·May 14, 2026
India1 min
Gold EGRs vs gold ETFs: Which one should yellow metal investors choose?
Gold has long been a trusted store of wealth in Indian households, valued both emotionally and financially. However, owning physical gold comes with challenges such as purity concerns, storage costs, theft risk, and resale deductions.
The News Flicker·May 14, 2026
Education
Education1 min read
Fewer Nigerians leaving to study abroad, minister claims
Nigeria’s Education Minister claims the trend of Nigerian students studying abroad is reversing due to improved university quality and academic stability. Read More: https://punchng.com/fewer-nigerians-leaving-to-study-abroad-minister-claims/
The News Flicker·May 13, 2026
CBSE Class 12th Results 2026: How to use IVRS to know subject-wise marks?
May 11, 2026·1 min
Canvas outage wreaks havoc for students during college finals
May 8, 2026·1 min
Nation-Building and Imperialism: Education as a Tool of the Centralized State
May 8, 2026·1 min
Jaishankar highlights India's response to 'world in transition', stresses Global South unity, reformed multilateralism, multipolarity
May 6, 2026·1 min
Health
Health1 min
Marty Makary is out as Trump's Food and Drug Administration head
Marty Makary is resigning as President Donald Trump's Food and Drug Administration head. That's according to a White House official who was not authorized to speak before an official announcement and insisted on anonymity Tuesday. The surgeon and health resea…
The News Flicker·May 12, 2026
Health1 min
Trump is getting another medical exam this month
President Donald Trump is scheduled to see doctors for a medical and dental checkup later this month. It will be his fourth publicized visit to medical experts since returning to office. The White House says the session at Walter Reed National Military Medica…
The News Flicker·May 12, 2026
Health1 min
Pediatricians say schools need to make time for recess for kids of all ages
For the first time in more than a decade, a leading pediatricians group has put out new guidance about recess, saying it’s crucial for good health and good grades and should be part of the school day for students of all ages. The updated policy statement by t…
The News Flicker·May 11, 2026
Health1 min
Ancient wisdom, modern plague: Ayurveda’s answer to the cholesterol crisis
The article describes a resurgence of interest in Ayurveda, a 5,000-year-old Indian medical system, as a natural and preventative approach to managing modern issues like high cholesterol and triglycerides, contrasting it with conventional pharmaceutical-focus…
The News Flicker·May 10, 2026
Sports
Sports1 min read
Delhi High Court refers JioStar-Legends League Cricket rights dispute to arbitration
The Delhi High Court has sent a commercial dispute between JioStar India and Absolute Legends Sports to arbitration. The case involves media and commercial rights for the Legends League Cricket Masters T20 tournament. Key revenues from franchise fees and tick…
The News Flicker·May 13, 2026
Arshdeep Singh seen roaming with rumoured girlfriend Samreen Kaur in Dharamshala without security ahead of PBKS vs DC IPL match, fans say 'let them breathe'
May 11, 2026·1 min
Iran wants team members who are ex-Revolutionary Guard should get World Cup visas
May 9, 2026·1 min
IPL 2026: 'I felt good after Virat Kohli's wicket, but more important is LSG won the game', says Prince Yadav
May 8, 2026·1 min
Is 15-year-old IPL wonderkid ready to play for India?
May 7, 2026·1 min
Tech
Tech1 min
Scaler Report: India's AI Talent Is Being Repriced -- Upskilled Engineers Are Earning 2x
Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], May 15: There is a version of the Indian tech job market that looks fine. Hiring is happening. Salaries are moving. Companies are adding headcount. Then there is the version that emerges when you look at who is getting hired, an…
The News Flicker·May 15, 2026
Tech1 min
India ranks among countries leading in AI maturity: IDC report
India is among the most advanced countries in the Asia-Pacific region in terms of AI maturity, moving ahead of Australia and several other markets in adopting and deploying artificial intelligence, according to an IDC report prepared in partnership with Dell …
The News Flicker·May 14, 2026
Tech1 min
Gaza's remote work economy survives war, blackouts and bank restrictions
A small corps of remote workers in Gaza has provided coding, graphic design and digital marketing services to international clients through more than two years of war. They have improvised coworking spaces and relied on solar generators to stay online as infr…
The News Flicker·May 14, 2026
Tech1 min
Live updates: Trump and Xi prepare to meet to discuss Iran, trade and US arms sales to Taiwan
Chinese leader Xi Jinping and U.S. President Donald Trump are set to meet in Beijing for a U.S.-China summit to discuss issues including the Iran war, trade, technology and Taiwan.
The News Flicker·May 14, 2026
World News
World News1 min read
Railways carries 170% more cement in last 4 months after reforms; eyes fly ash market now
Bulk cement transport reforms and specialised tank containers are driving faster, cleaner logistics across the country
The News Flicker·May 15, 2026
Northeast Frontier Railway steps up monsoon preparedness with weather stations
May 15, 2026·1 min
War worsens Lebanon's economic crisis
May 15, 2026·1 min
Civil rights leaders rally to defend Black political representation
May 15, 2026·1 min
Iran war energy shock raises Asia's interest in fuel blending
May 15, 2026·1 min
Business
Business3 min
IEA Urges Immediate Lifestyle Changes to Curb Oil Shock
The International Energy Agency has called for immediate lifestyle and policy changes, including work-from-home, reduced highway speeds and curbs on air travel to cushion consumers from a historic global oil supply shock.
News Flicker·March 20, 2026
Business2 min
LPG Crunch Continues, Supplies Rationalised for Commercial Users
LPG supply crunch continued for the third straight week on Friday, but there was some easing in bookings for refills, a sign of things slowly crawling towards normalcy.
News Flicker·March 20, 2026
Business2 min
1.53 Lakh Sheep Transported To Kashmir In 30 Days
Over 1.53 lakh sheep have been transported to Kashmir from various states in the past 30 days ahead of Eid-ul-Fitr celebrations, marking a significant logistical operation.
News Flicker·March 20, 2026
Opinion
Opinion2 min read
The Soundscape of Eid
An editorial exploring the sounds that define Eid in Kashmir — from the pre-dawn calls for prayer to the joyful exchanges of greetings and the silence that marks the absence of those who can no longer celebrate.
News Flicker·March 20, 2026