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Air India will suspend and reduce several international flights from June for three months due to soaring jet fuel prices linked to the Middle East crisis. The Tata Group airline is also tightening cost controls, cutting expenses, and enforcing stricter compliance amid mounting financial losses
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The Vijay-led Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam government faces a crucial floor test in the Tamil Nadu Assembly after Governor R. N. Ravi ordered a confidence vote. Congress and several allies extended support, while divisions emerged within the All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam
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Prateek Yadav, son of late Mulayam Singh Yadav and stepbrother of Akhilesh Yadav, died at 38 in Lucknow after prolonged lung-related illness. Husband of Aparna Yadav, he had recently spoken publicly about marital and mental health struggles
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US Vice President JD Vance, in his upcoming memoir Communion: Finding My Way Back to Faith, recalls becoming “obsessed” with future wife Usha Vance after meeting at Yale Law School, praising her intelligence, confidence and indifference to status and ambition
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A Nepali gang posing as domestic workers allegedly drugged and robbed a doctor couple in Hyderabad’s Kowkoor area. The accused, employed only two weeks earlier, reportedly looted gold, silver and cash, tied up the victims, damaged CCTV cameras and fled
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US President Donald Trump said Russia-Ukraine peace talks were “getting very close,” expressing optimism about ending the war. Speaking before his China trip, Trump denied any Donbas deal with Putin and said resolving the conflict could ease global energy prices, inflation and geopolitical tensions
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A French woman infected in the cruise ship hantavirus outbreak remains critically ill in Paris on artificial lung support as cases rise to 11. Three passengers have died. Authorities continue quarantines, investigations in Argentina, and monitoring amid concerns over possible rare human transmission
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Farmers in erstwhile Telangana districts, including Nalgonda and Yadadri Bhuvanagiri, staged protests by burning paddy stocks over delays in procurement and transport to warehouses. They demanded immediate procurement and smoother logistics, citing hardships caused by prolonged delays
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Five people died and at least ten were injured after a Karnataka State Road Transport Corporation bus travelling from Hyderabad to Bidar overturned and fell into a roadside gorge on the Bidar–Zaheerabad road in Sangareddy
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Droupadi Murmu presented the National Florence Nightingale Awards 2026 at Rashtrapati Bhavan to honour outstanding nursing professionals across India on International Nurses Day. The awards, instituted by the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, recognise exemplary service, compassion, and dedication in healthcare
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KT Rama Rao criticised both the BJP and Congress over the handling of a POCSO-related case involving Bandi Bhageerath, alleging political silence and inaction. He took a sharp dig at governance slogans, escalating the political controversy in Telangana
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National Testing Agency has cancelled the NEET-UG 2026 exam held on May 3 following alleged irregularities and inputs from law enforcement agencies, and announced that it will be re-conducted on later dates. The government has also referred the matter to the Central Bureau of Investigation for a detailed probe into suspected paper leak claims
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CSIR-Central Building Research Institute in Roorkee has transferred 13 indigenous technologies to industries and startups, focusing on sustainable construction, fire safety, and energy-efficient infrastructure. The initiative, under National Technology Day, supports innovation-driven development and the vision of Aatmanirbhar Bharat
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Vemula Prashant Reddy has demanded the arrest of Bandi Bhageerath in connection with a controversial POCSO case, alleging delays in police action and political interference. He called for an impartial investigation and protection for the minor victim, while also criticising counter-allegations and urging accountability from leaders involved.
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Mandira Bedi is inspiring fans with her disciplined fitness routine at age 53, sharing habits like daily workouts, 15,000 steps, one-minute planks, and regular massages. The actress, known for promoting wellness and active living, continues to advocate consistency, self-care, and healthy lifestyle choices on social media
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The Central Bureau of Investigation has taken over the probe into the killing of Chandranath Rath, aide of West Bengal leader Suvendu Adhikari, forming a Special Investigation Team to examine possible interstate and conspiracy angles. The case involves a suspected planned shooting near Kolkata, with multiple arrests already made
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Indian rapper King addressed criticism around objectification of women in Punjabi and hip-hop music, arguing that music should be viewed as a subjective art form shaped by personal experiences. He said listeners often overgeneralise genres and should focus on understanding artistic expression and evolution
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Himanta Biswa Sarma was sworn in for a second consecutive term as Chief Minister of Assam at a grand ceremony in Guwahati, marking the formation of the third straight NDA government in the state. The National Democratic Alliance secured a strong majority with 102 seats in the 126-member assembly
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Four workers at the Thermal Power Plant area of Visakhapatnam Steel Plant in Visakhapatnam fell unconscious after inhaling suspected blast furnace gas following a minor leak. They were given first aid, hospitalised, and later discharged as an inquiry into the incident is underway
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Chief Justice of India Surya Kant has set up a Judicial Infrastructure Advisory Committee, headed by Justice Aravind Kumar, to assess court infrastructure needs across India and propose a Rs 40,000–50,000 crore upgrade plan. The panel will focus on modernisation, digitisation under e-Courts, and improving judicial efficiency
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Tamannaah Bhatia and producer Pragya Kapoor visited Mahakaleshwar Jyotirlinga, where they attended the Bhasma Aarti and offered prayers. The duo described their spiritual visit as “amazing,” sharing glimpses on social media
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A tiger was found dead in Bandhavgarh Tiger Reserve in Umaria district of Madhya Pradesh, with officials suspecting it died in a territorial fight with another big cat. The eight-year-old tiger, nicknamed Pujari, showed injury marks, and an investigation is underway following NTCA guidelines
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Shiv Sena UBT’s Saamana editorial claimed Tamil Nadu saw a political shift as Vijay’s TVK formed government, ending DMK–AIADMK dominance. It highlighted slim majority concerns, central influence, and early welfare measures, while noting challenges for stability, governance, and fiscal discipline
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Benedict Cumberbatch was involved in a heated roadside argument with a cyclist in London after being accused of running red lights while cycling. The verbal altercation, captured on video, reportedly lasted around 10 minutes before the actor later posed for photos with fans
