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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

The India Obesity Commission has revised obesity guidelines for Indians, lowering the BMI threshold for obesity from 25 to 23 and making waist circumference a compulsory diagnostic tool. The updated norms also recognise mental health conditions as obesity-related co-morbidities.

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

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

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

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

India’s gold imports hit a record $71.98 billion in 2025-26 despite lower import volumes, driven mainly by soaring global prices and safe-haven demand amid West Asia tensions. Rising imports widened India’s trade deficit, prompting Prime Minister Narendra Modi to urge austerity and postpone gold purchases

Mira Nair announced “Amri,” a biographical drama on pioneering artist Amrita Sher-Gil, starring Priyanka Chopra Jonas, Jaideep Ahlawat and Jim Sarbh. The film explores Sher-Gil’s artistic journey, identity struggles and cultural duality across India and Europe

Samsung denied Dua Lipa’s lawsuit alleging unauthorized use of her image on TV packaging, saying a content partner assured all permissions were secured. Lipa seeks $15 million damages over alleged copyright, trademark, and publicity rights violations tied to a 2024 backstage festival photograph 

On Mother’s Day, Daniel Weber shared a heartfelt message for actor Sunny Leone, praising her as the “greatest mama” to their three children and saying life “falls apart” without her. The post included family photos highlighting their bond and parenting moments

A US passenger from the hantavirus-affected MV Hondius cruise ship has tested positive, while another shows mild symptoms, prompting medical evacuation and isolation measures. Authorities across the US and UK have enforced strict monitoring as the outbreak has caused multiple suspected cases and deaths.

Actor Babil Khan will make his Malayalam cinema debut in the film Gandhi Bazar, directed by Babu Janardhanan, alongside actors like Aparna Balamurali and Jagadish. Known for selective, performance-driven roles, Khan continues expanding his career beyond Hindi cinema

A Turkish Airlines Airbus A330 caught fire on landing at Kathmandu’s Tribhuvan International Airport, forcing a temporary shutdown. All 277 passengers were safely evacuated without injuries as emergency crews controlled the blaze and authorities investigated the runway incident

Spain evacuated over 90 passengers and crew from the hantavirus-hit cruise ship MV Hondius near Tenerife. Authorities coordinated international repatriation flights as health officials warned the rodent-borne virus can cause severe lung, heart and kidney complications, with prevention focused on avoiding infected rodents

Anil Kapoor recalled fans placing his photos with “Jhakaas” slogans in auto rickshaws, shared on a TV show with Sonam Kapoor and Rajkummar Rao. The trio promoted their film *Ek Ladki Ko Dekha Toh Aisa Laga*, highlighting its progressive love story

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Scarlett Johansson will star in Ari Aster’s film Scapegoat, an A24-distributed secretive project. Written and directed by Aster, produced by Square Peg, the film follows tight-lipped plot details. Johansson joined despite busy schedule after reading the acclaimed original script soon

Priyanka Chopra and Orlando Bloom will star in survival thriller Reset, directed by Matt Smukler. The film follows a woman with amnesia stranded in the wilderness who must trust a mysterious stranger, blending suspense, romance, and psychological deception