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Sunil Bharti Mittal said he plans to hand over Bharti Airtel leadership to the next generation and aims for Bharti Telecom to regain a controlling stake. He also outlined long-term strategies for stake consolidation, Airtel Africa expansion, and sustained shareholder returns

Ranbir Kapoor has purchased a Rs 3.31 crore land parcel in Ayodhya’s The Sarayu project by House of Abhinandan Lodha. The development, on the Sarayu riverbank, reflects rising interest in Ayodhya’s real estate boom amid its growing religious and tourism significance

CSK face LSG in a crucial encounter

Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta announced two-day work-from-home for government offices and introduced fuel-saving measures, including restrictions on foreign travel, reduced petrol allowances, and promotion of electric vehicles. The initiatives aim to conserve fuel amid global energy concerns following PM Modi’s appeal

Development Committee Member, Archery Association of India, who makes it a point to go to the interiors to tap young, raw talent.

The CBI carried out searches at seven locations linked to former executives of Reliance Communications in an ongoing investigation into alleged banking frauds involving Reliance ADA Group companies. The probe, covering multiple cases, reportedly involves losses of over Rs 27,000 crore

A nine-judge Supreme Court bench reserved its order on petitions concerning gender discrimination in religious places, including Sabarimala entry rules. The case examines the scope of religious freedom, constitutional morality, and judicial review across multiple faith practices in India

New Delhi: The Congress on Thursday hit back at the BJP and alleged that it raised Rahul Gandhi's foreign trips only to divert attention from the real issues of "economic collapse" under Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Congress general secretary, communications, Jairam Ramesh, said that BJP's Sambit Patra raised the matter of Gandhi's foreign trips to stake his claim on ministership. Patra should find better topics to raise, Ramesh suggested. The BJP on Thursday demanded the disclosure of sources of funding of Gandhi's foreign trips, claiming that there was a clear mismatch between the year-on-year annual income of the Congress leader and the money spent on his travel abroad. Hitting back, Ramesh said, "These are all diversions being created by Mr Sambit Patra of the BJP. The real issue is the economic collapse that is staring the country. The real issues are the setbacks in foreign policy. Those are the real issues." Ramesh also called Modi a "compromised PM" who is "

The Bar Council of India sought a report from the West Bengal Bar Council on Mamata Banerjee’s enrolment and legal practice status after she appeared in lawyer’s attire before the Calcutta High Court. The BCI questioned compliance with rules governing advocates holding constitutional posts

The Election Commission announced Phase 3 of the Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls across 16 states and 3 Union Territories covering 36.73 crore voters from May 30. The exercise aims to update voter lists through house-to-house verification by BLOs nationwide

With Tilak Varma as captain and Riyan Parag as vice-captain, India A is all set for the tri-series

Jamaat-e-Islami Hind welcomed Karnataka’s decision permitting students to wear hijab and other faith-based symbols in educational institutions. The group said the move protects religious freedom and educational rights, urging smooth implementation to ensure peaceful and inclusive campus environments for students

The CBI produced five arrested accused before a Delhi court in the NEET-UG 2026 paper leak case after multi-state detentions. The exam, held on May 3, was cancelled amid allegations of widespread irregularities, with a detailed investigation now underway

India U-18 men’s and women’s Hockey teams set for high-stakes Australia series

HFCL announced a Rs 230 crore investment to set up a defence manufacturing facility in Andhra Pradesh’s Sri Satya Sai district. The plant, expected by December 2027, will produce multi-mode hand grenades and similar systems, boosting the company’s defence manufacturing capabilities.

The Telangana High Court postponed hearing of Bandi Sai Bageerath’s anticipatory bail plea in a POCSO case to Friday, while questioning urgency for interim relief amid objections from the victim’s counsel and the prosecution.

It is the first time Rana has won a monthly ICC award, with the right-armer becoming the first player from Bangladesh to claim the men's award since all-rounder Mehidy Hasan Miraz did so in April last year.

Delhi High Court Justice Swarana Kanta Sharma said she would initiate contempt proceedings over allegedly defamatory and contemptuous posts targeting her during hearings in the liquor policy case. The matter involves CBI’s challenge to the discharge of Arvind Kejriwal, Manish Sisodia and others

Eli-Lilly has launched India’s first disease-modifying Alzheimer’s drug, donenemab, under the brand name Lormalzi. Approved by the CDSCO in 2025, the treatment aims to slow cognitive decline in early-stage patients, though high costs and healthcare limitations may affect accessibility.

India has been included in the European Union’s revised draft list allowing continued export of aquaculture products to EU nations beyond September 2026. The move follows India’s compliance with EU antimicrobial regulations and is expected to boost confidence in Indian seafood safety and quality standards

Driven by sponsorships, live-streaming revenue, media rights and international tournaments, the global e-sports industry is witnessing rapid expansion in India with as the country emerges as one of the fastest-growing markets.

The Supreme Court urged Rani Kapur and Priya Kapur to avoid actions affecting mediation in their dispute over the RK Family Trust. The court stressed an amicable settlement, paused discussions on company appointments, and warned the case could otherwise become a prolonged legal battle

Normal life was disrupted across parts of Manipur as Kuki Zo and Naga groups enforced shutdowns protesting the killings of three church leaders and a civilian. Schools, markets and transport services were affected in Kangpokpi, Churachandpur and Chandel districts amid heightened tensions

India has prohibited sugar exports till September 30, 2026, under a new DGFT notification. However, exports to the European Union and the US under tariff quota schemes, along with certain authorised and government shipments, have been kept outside the scope of the ban.