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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
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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
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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
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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.
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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Amit Shah visited the Dakshineswar Kali Temple in Kolkata after arriving as BJP’s central observer for the legislature party meeting. The BJP is set to elect its leader following a historic election win, marking a political shift in West Bengal
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A man has been charged in the UK for allegedly harassing Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor after an incident near his home in eastern England. Police said the suspect was arrested following reports of threatening behaviour, while investigations continue into the case linked to the former royal’s ongoing public controversies and past associations with Jeffrey Epstein
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Mani Shankar Aiyar criticised the Indian National Congress alliance with Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam, calling it “dreadful” and politically opportunistic. He warned the move could weaken ties with Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam and indirectly aid the BJP’s entry into Tamil Nadu politics
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Sonam Kapoor celebrated a decade with husband Anand Ahuja, sharing heartfelt memories of their journey through marriage, parenthood, and life together. The actress reflected on their evolving relationship, calling him her greatest source of strength, love, and companionship
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Cloudflare will cut over 1,100 jobs globally as it restructures operations around rising AI adoption. The company said AI usage internally surged 600 per cent, prompting organisational changes focused on the “agentic AI era” rather than traditional cost-cutting or performance-based layoffs
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India successfully conducted the maiden flight-trial of the indigenous Tactical Advanced Range Augmentation (TARA) off Odisha. Developed by Defence Research and Development Organisation and the Indian Air Force, the system converts unguided warheads into precision-guided weapons, boosting India’s low-cost indigenous defence capabilities
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Ravi Pandit, founder and chairman of KPIT Technologies passed away in Pune at 71. He transformed the company into a global automotive software leader and contributed significantly to public policy, sustainability, and industry initiatives across India
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Actor Harshvardhan Rane is training intensely for action scenes in Force 3 while shooting in a remote location. Referencing Newton's Second Law of Motion, he shared workout videos and updates alongside co-stars John Abraham and Tanya Maniktala
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A hantavirus outbreak aboard Dutch cruise ship MV Hondius infected five people and caused three deaths, including Dutch and German passengers. Two Indian crew members are onboard. WHO confirmed limited human-to-human transmission but stressed the outbreak is not comparable to Covid-19 or a pandemic threat
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The BCCI issued strict IPL guidelines warning franchises about honey-trapping risks, vaping violations, and unauthorized interactions during matches. Surprise checks will enforce compliance, while team managers must monitor guest access and report breaches to protect the league’s integrity and operational discipline
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The Trump administration exempted foreign medical doctors from a visa and green card review pause affecting high-risk countries, offering hope to physicians like Libyan doctor Faysal Alghoula. However, uncertainty remains as thousands of immigrants, researchers, and professionals still face delays, employment restrictions, and deportation fears
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West Bengal Governor RN Ravi dissolved the Assembly, ending Mamata Banerjee’s tenure as Chief Minister after BJP’s 2026 election victory. Despite refusing resignation traditions and retaining the CM title on social media, comparisons emerged with late ex-CM Buddhadeb Bhattacharjee’s graceful 2011 resignation after Left Front’s defeat
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Skyroot Aerospace became India’s first space-tech unicorn after raising $60 million led by Sherpalo Ventures and GIC, valuing it at $1.1 billion. The Hyderabad startup is preparing for Vikram-1, India’s first privately built orbital rocket launch
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TVK chief Vijay met Tamil Nadu Governor Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar at Lok Bhavan after staking claim to form government with Congress support. Despite winning 108 seats, TVK remains short of majority, and the Governor has not yet announced a decision
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Kunal Kemmu released his second music track Nindiya, inspired by intimate parenting moments with his daughter. The lullaby-turned-song reflects emotional themes of love and comfort. The actor-filmmaker continues expanding his creative work across music, film, and streaming projects
