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Nepal has objected to India and China’s plan to conduct the Kailash Mansarovar Yatra via Lipulekh Pass, asserting that the territory belongs to Kathmandu under the 1816 Sugauli Treaty.

Bengaluru-based startup GalaxEye successfully launched its Mission Drishti satellite aboard a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket from California. The satellite, described as the world’s first OptoSAR platform, combines optical and radar imaging capabilities for defence, agriculture and disaster management applications

Leading journalists expressed concerns about declining press freedom, increasing attacks on reporters, and rising editorial pressures during an IWPC panel on World Press Freedom Day.

Nine people from two families died after a massive fire broke out in a residential building in east Delhi’s Vivek Vihar early Sunday. Rescue teams evacuated several residents as firefighters battled the blaze for hours amid difficult access conditions and thick smoke

AIIMS Delhi has developed a modified surgical technique for treating severe spinal deformities, significantly improving safety and recovery outcomes in high-risk cases. Developed over seven years by Dr Bhavuk Garg and his team, the procedure is attracting attention from spine specialists worldwide

A reel-making attempt by five teenagers turned tragic in Uttar Pradesh’s Siddharthnagar district after a ladder on a dilapidated water tank collapsed. One child died, two were injured and two others were rescued by the Indian Air Force after remaining trapped overnight

Counting of votes for Assembly elections in West Bengal, Tamil Nadu, Assam, Kerala and Puducherry will begin on Monday amid tight contests involving the TMC, DMK, BJP, Congress and Left parties. The Election Commission has arranged extensive security and monitoring measures

The TMC challenged the BJP ahead of fresh polling in the Falta Assembly constituency on May 21 after the Election Commission countermanded the earlier election over alleged severe electoral offences. The ruling party claimed voters in Falta had already decided against the BJP

Sunrisers Hyderabad head coach Daniel Vettori said losing wickets at crucial moments cost his team the match against Kolkata Knight Riders. He credited KKR’s performance and stressed the importance of regaining momentum in the upcoming games

Kolkata Knight Riders defeated Sunrisers Hyderabad by seven wickets to end their five-match winning streak. Strong performances by Rahane and Raghuvanshi ensured an easy chase, while SRH’s batting collapse and poor bowling proved costly at a crucial stage

Police have formed a Special Investigation Team to probe the rape and murder of a four-year-old girl in Pune district. The brutal crime triggered protests, while the victim’s father appealed to politicians not to visit his home until the accused is punished

The DMK has alleged that the BJP and other parties may attempt to create disruptions during vote counting in Tamil Nadu on May 4. The ruling party urged election authorities to ensure tight security and maintain peace across counting centres and sensitive locations

A ruckus broke out outside the counting centre in Mamata Banerjee’s Bhabanipur constituency after TMC workers alleged that cars carrying BJP flags entered the premises near the EVM strongroom. The Election Commission denied wrongdoing and said proper checks were conducted

Rallies, public meetings and a shutdown marked the third anniversary of the ethnic conflict between Meitei and Kuki communities in Manipur. Groups from both communities paid tributes to victims while reiterating demands linked to security, identity and separate administration

The Delhi High Court has ruled that an individual cannot seek a spouse’s income details through the RTI Act, holding that income tax information is personal in nature and exempt from disclosure unless it serves a larger public interest under the law

Political leaders from the LDF, UDF and BJP expressed confidence ahead of the Kerala Assembly election results on May 4. Candidates across major constituencies claimed strong public support as the state prepared for counting after polling held on April 9

West Bengal will witness counting of votes on Monday amid heavy security arrangements after a high-voltage Assembly election campaign. The results will determine whether the TMC retains power or the BJP secures a historic breakthrough in the politically crucial state

Counting of votes for the Assam Assembly election will take place on Monday across 40 counting centres under tight security. The results will decide whether the BJP-led NDA secures a third term or the Congress-led opposition stages a comeback in the state

Messi scored a goal and provided two assists in his 100th game for the club, but that wasn't enough against a team that entered the night close to the bottom of the MLS standings. As a result, Inter Miami dropped to 0-1-3 at their new stadium.

Taxpayers and businesses must comply with several important filing and reporting deadlines throughout May 2026, including TDS, TCS, PAN applications and financial transaction statements. Experts warned that missing the deadlines could lead to penalties, additional charges and compliance-related complications

The Centre has denied reports claiming Aadhaar cards will soon feature only a photograph and QR code. The government said no such proposal is under consideration and urged citizens and media outlets to rely only on official UIDAI and PIB communications

The UAE has resumed normal air navigation operations, leading to increased flights between the UAE and India. The Ministry of External Affairs said flight services across parts of the Middle East are improving while Indian missions continue assisting citizens amid evolving regional conditions

The 18-year-old Dhamne fought valiantly before falling 6-7(8), 4-6 in a match that lasted over two hours and was decided by narrow margins.

The declining US dollar is increasing costs for travel, imported goods and groceries, while benefiting some multinational companies and exporters. Economists warn that continued weakness in the currency could add pressure on American consumers already facing inflation and rising commodity prices