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Indian equities rose modestly Friday, with Sensex and Nifty higher amid easing crude prices and strong earnings. IT stocks led gains, while FMCG remained flat. Asian markets surged, Wall Street closed positive, and Brent crude slipped below $92 per barrel

Madhya Pradesh High Court cancelled former judge Giribala Singh’s anticipatory bail in the alleged dowry death case of Twisha Sharma. The court cited ante-mortem injuries, witness testimonies, WhatsApp chats and insufficient cooperation with investigators as key factors

India and China held the 35th WMCC meeting in Beijing, reviewing border management, peace efforts and bilateral ties. Both sides agreed to maintain diplomatic and military engagement, while India stressed early discussions on trans-border rivers and SCO cooperation

Israeli strikes on southern Lebanon killed at least eight people amid escalating conflict with Hezbollah ahead of security talks in Washington. Benjamin Netanyahu announced expanded operations as cross-border drone and rocket attacks intensified

  Bharatiya Janata Party appointed new state presidents for Delhi, Haryana, Punjab and Tripura. Harsh Malhotra will lead Delhi BJP, while Sardar Kewal Singh Dhillon assumes charge in Punjab ahead of the crucial 2027 Assembly elections

  The makers of Vishwanath & Sons announced its worldwide theatrical release on August 14, 2026. Directed by Venky Atluri, the family entertainer stars Suriya alongside Mamitha Baiju, with an emotional storyline, romance and strong family values 

A Central Bureau of Investigation team questioned former judge Giribala Singh after the Madhya Pradesh High Court cancelled her anticipatory bail in daughter-in-law Twisha Sharma’s death case. Her son Samarth Singh remains in CBI custody amid dowry harassment and evidence tampering allegations

Kuwait reported a missile and drone attack amid renewed Iran war tensions after US strikes near Bandar Abbas. Iran retaliated, targeting a US base. The Strait of Hormuz remains closed, worsening the global energy crisis and complicating ceasefire negotiations 

Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan defended Central Board of Secondary Education’s On-Screen Marking system amid controversy, promising strict action against any deliberate negligence. He said IIT Kanpur and IIT Madras were addressing technical issues, while criticising Rahul Gandhi for politicising student concerns

Central Board of Secondary Education defended its On-Screen Marking System as secure amid controversy over Class 12 answer-sheet evaluation. The Board denied vulnerabilities and contract irregularities, while opposition leader Rahul Gandhi demanded a judicial probe over alleged exam-evaluation discrepancies and student concerns 

Scholar Michel Danino warned Supreme Court orders on NCERT’s judiciary chapter could stifle textbook innovation, creating a “chilling effect” on academic freedom. He urged reducing classroom dependence on textbooks, stressing teacher training and digital access for NEP 2020 reforms

President Droupadi Murmu conferred the President’s Police Colour on Sikkim Police, making it the 15th state and third in the northeast to receive the honour. She urged police to embrace technology against cybercrime, while CM Tamang hailed the recognition 

A boat carrying 14 villagers capsized in the Ganga at Umanath Ghat, Patna, killing three and leaving four missing. Seven were rescued. SDRF teams continue search operations, with officials citing overloading and strong winds as possible causes

A new gecko species, Cyrtodactylus bapme, has been discovered in Assam’s Goalpara district. CM Himanta Biswa Sarma hailed the find at Urpad Beel, highlighting Assam’s rich biodiversity

 New Delhi: The Government Railway Police (GRP), Secunderabad, in coordination with the Railway Protection Force (RPF), seized Rs 1,22,70,000 in suspected hawala money from a passenger travelling from Mumbai (Maharashtra) to Secunderabad (Telangana) on the Devagiri Express, officials said on Thursday. The accused has been identified as Vijay Ambadas Gupta, 40, son of Ambadas Gupta […]

Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah hosted a breakfast with colleagues amid speculation he will step down for D K Shivakumar. Congress high command reportedly urged leadership change, sparking protests and celebrations, while backward class groups warned of consequences if Siddaramaiah is replaced

Jagapathi Babu praised his role as Appalasoori in Ram Charan’s upcoming film Peddi, calling it his most cherished performance. Directed by Buchi Babu, the rural sports drama features Janhvi Kapoor and a stellar cast, releasing June 4 amid soaring expectations

  The Supreme Court upheld the Election Commission’s Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls, ruling it within constitutional powers under Article 324 and RPA 1950. The court said the exercise ensures integrity, accuracy, and credibility of rolls, advancing free and fair elections 

Israel announced Hamas military commander Mohammed Odeh was killed in a targeted overnight strike in Gaza City. The IDF and Shin Bet said Odeh, linked to the October 7 attacks, was eliminated, marking a significant blow to Hamas’ leadership

  Eid-ul-Adha was celebrated across Jammu and Kashmir on May 27 with large congregations in Budgam, Jammu, Banihal, Shopian, and Kupwara. Leaders and scholars emphasized peace, sacrifice, and harmony. Most other Indian states will observe Bakrid on May 28 after Moon-sighting 

FWICE issued a “non-cooperation directive” against Ranveer Singh after his exit from Don 3, warning members not to work with him. Legal experts say such orders lack enforceability but can cause operational disruption. Singh remains silent; producers claim heavy losses

PM Modi urged citizens to stay hydrated and show kindness amid soaring heat across India. Delhi-NCR faces severe heatwave with temperatures up to 45°C until May 27, before thunderstorms and rain from May 28–31 bring relief and cooler conditions

The Indian Navy foiled a piracy attempt in the Western Indian Ocean targeting merchant vessel MV Mashaallah 1. INS Kolkata swiftly intercepted suspected pirates, ensuring safe passage. The Navy reaffirmed its role as a regional “First Responder” safeguarding maritime trade routes

President Trump meets his Cabinet amid fragile Iran war talks. A potential deal may reopen the Strait of Hormuz, reduce uranium stockpiles, and extend ceasefire, but critics warn terms resemble Obama’s accord and risk emboldening Tehran before midterms