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A cruise ship carrying over 140 people arrived off Tenerife after a hantavirus outbreak killed three and infected several passengers. Evacuation operations are underway with strict medical screening, while passengers are being transferred to quarantine facilities and international medical flights

Prohibitory orders were imposed in Kadapa after clashes and stone pelting erupted over the naming of Almas Pet junction. The dispute between groups supporting Tipu Sultan and Lord Hanuman led to Section 144, with police detaining suspects and restoring order

Himanta Biswa Sarma was unanimously elected leader of the BJP-led NDA in Assam, clearing the way for a second consecutive term as Chief Minister. Backed by BJP allies AGP and BPF, the NDA secured a commanding two-thirds majority in Assembly elections

A suicide bombing targeting a police installation in Pakistan’s Khyber Pakhtunkhwa killed 12 police personnel and injured several others. Militants used an explosive-laden vehicle, drones and a ground assault, highlighting escalating militant violence in the region bordering Afghanistan

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay announced 200 units of free electricity and the SingaPen Special Task Force after assuming office. Backed by alliance partners, the new TVK government marked a historic political shift, ending decades of Dravidian party dominance in the state

AIADMK convened a key district secretaries’ meeting amid unrest after its poor Assembly election performance. Reports suggest several MLAs may back Vijay-led TVK, intensifying fears of rebellion against EPS leadership and possible political realignment under anti-defection provisions in Tamil Nadu

Morgan Stanley said India’s nuclear sector has major growth potential despite contributing only 3 per cent of power generation. Backed by the Nuclear Energy Mission, SMR investments and global partnerships, India targets 100 GW nuclear capacity by 2047 to strengthen clean energy goals

Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar visited Tirumala Temple with his family after overseeing peaceful 2026 Assembly elections in West Bengal, Assam, Kerala, Tamil Nadu and Puducherry. The polls witnessed major political shifts, including BJP’s Bengal victory and Vijay’s rise in Tamil Nadu

TVK president and actor C. Joseph Vijay was sworn in as Tamil Nadu Chief Minister, ending decades of DMK-AIADMK dominance. Backed by alliance partners securing 120 MLAs, Vijay now faces a crucial Assembly confidence vote before May 13 amid heightened political attention

Wrestler Vinesh Phogat vowed to fight back after WFI barred her from domestic competitions until June 26 over alleged indiscipline and anti-doping violations. The move delays her wrestling comeback, adding another controversy to Indian wrestling’s turbulent phase after the Paris Olympics setback

Shanghai: India’s women’s recurve team of Deepika Kumari, Ankita Bhakat and Kumkum Mohod defeated China in a dramatic shoot-off to win Archery World Cup Stage 2 gold. The trio had earlier stunned South Korea, securing India’s first women’s team World Cup gold since 2021

TVK chief C Joseph Vijay will be sworn in as Tamil Nadu Chief Minister with nine ministers. His government must elect a Speaker and win a trust vote by May 13. With a slim majority, every MLA’s presence tested

Dulquer Salmaan has said his upcoming film I'm Game will be the most stylish project of his career. Directed by Nahas Hidhayath, the film is in post-production after being shot across multiple South Indian locations and is set for release later this year

The Indian Ocean Ship (IOS) Sagar Deployment arrived at Chattogram harbour in Bangladesh as part of enhanced India–Bangladesh naval cooperation under the MAHASAGAR initiative. The visit includes diplomatic meetings, training exchanges, and joint naval interactions aimed at strengthening regional maritime security and interoperability

Riteish Deshmukh revealed that Salman Khan insisted on being part of his historical film Raja Shivaji, leading to a specially crafted cameo as warrior Jiva Mahala. The film, featuring an ensemble cast, portrays the life of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj and has reportedly performed strongly at the box office

Sanjay Raut drew sharp criticism from the BJP after posting on X questioning the West Bengal election outcome and addressing US President Donald Trump. BJP spokesperson Shehzad Poonawalla called him the “joker of Indian politics,” accusing Opposition leaders of damaging India’s global image over unverified election claims

The National Testing Agency has issued an advisory for CUET-UG 2026, outlining dress code and permitted items for candidates. The exam will be held in CBT mode from May 11–31, with rules allowing transparent water bottles, religious threads like kalava, and simple attire and footwear for smooth frisking

A man was arrested in Odisha’s Khurda district, taking the total to five, in connection with a lynching case near Balianta under Bhubaneswar. The victim, accused of sexual assault, was attacked by a mob, leading to one death and another critical injury, prompting a high-level police and women’s commission probe

Chief Justice of India Surya Kant shared a personal anecdote in court while dismissing a plea by judicial aspirant Prerna Gupta before the Supreme Court of India. He recalled being discouraged from joining judicial services early in his career and advised her to focus on future opportunities instead of contesting a single exam result.

Esha Deol shared a playful “Met Gala moment in Mumbai” on social media, joking about a wardrobe mishap during a recent event. The daughter of Dharmendra and Hema Malini, she posted behind-the-scenes clips highlighting her light-hearted interaction with fans

Gold and silver prices rose on the Multi Commodity Exchange of India amid US-Iran geopolitical tensions, boosting safe-haven demand. Gold futures climbed above ₹1.53 lakh per 10 grams, while silver surged over ₹2.61 lakh per kg, tracking gains in global COMEX markets and rising crude oil prices

Tata Power and Druk Green Power Corporation have expanded their clean energy partnership with a new 404 MW hydro project in Bhutan. The deal raises their joint hydropower pipeline to over 5,000 MW, strengthening regional renewable energy cooperation and Bhutan’s long-term energy expansion goals

Congress MP Shashi Tharoor has approached the Delhi High Court seeking removal of AI-generated deepfake videos falsely showing him praising Pakistan. The court issued notices to X, Meta, and the Centre, with interim relief likely as Tharoor cited misuse of his identity, reputation, and electoral impact concerns

The Supreme Court of India refused bail to a student accused of inciting violence during a Noida workers’ protest and directed her to approach the Allahabad High Court. The case relates to alleged unrest during a wage protest that turned violent, while the court also issued notice in a related custodial torture complaint