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The National Testing Agency has issued an advisory for CUET-UG 2026 candidates detailing the dress code and permissible items at examination centres. The exam will be conducted in CBT mode from May 11 to May 31 across India and selected international cities
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The Election Commission of India released Assembly election index cards and statistical reports within a record 72 hours after 2026 results. Covering 830 constituencies, the data includes turnout and results details, while a re-poll for West Bengal’s Falta constituency was scheduled for May 21
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World champion D Gukesh defeated Fabiano Caruana in the final round of the Super Rapid and Blitz Tournament rapid section in Warsaw to finish tied fourth. American Hans Niemann emerged surprise winner, while Gukesh expressed hope ahead of the upcoming blitz rounds
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An acute shortage of warehouse space in Adilabad has delayed jowar procurement, forcing officials to explore storage options in Maharashtra. Farmers have staged protests and are reportedly selling produce to private traders at lower prices due to delays in government procurement
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Supreme of India dismissed judicial aspirant Prerna Gupta’s plea for re-evaluation of her exam paper. During the hearing, Chief Justice Surya Kant shared his personal journey, revealing how a senior judge once advised him to choose advocacy over judicial service
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Two persons died and two others were injured after a bike rammed into a bullock cart in Veenavanka of Karimnagar district on Thursday night. The victims were returning to Jammikunta after attending a relative's function when the accident took place
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Congress observers submitted their Kerala leadership report to Mallikarjun Kharge after consulting newly-elected MLAs and MPs. Most legislators reportedly support K C Venugopal for chief minister, while public sentiment favours V D Satheesan amid ongoing deliberations
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The ICMR-National Institute of Virology said reported hantavirus cases involving two Indian nationals aboard a cruise ship appear isolated and pose no immediate public health threat to India. Officials said there is no evidence of community spread and India has adequate diagnostic capacity
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Congress launched a statewide protest against Governor for his refusal to invite the TVK to form the government despite it emerging as the single largest party
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Jackie Shroff said staying fit and youthful in spirit till old age itself makes someone a superhero while promoting his upcoming film The Great Grand Superhero. Directed by Manish Saini, the movie explores a heartwarming grandfather-grandson bond with alien-themed adventures
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Cloudflare has announced plans to cut over 1,100 jobs globally as part of a major restructuring driven by rapid adoption of artificial intelligence. The company said the move reflects organisational transformation rather than cost-cutting or performance-related layoffs.
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The Supreme Court of India criticised the Madhya Pradesh government for delaying sanction to prosecute minister Kunwar Vijay Shah over remarks against Colonel Sofiya Qureshi. The court questioned his apology’s sincerity and directed the state to decide on prosecution sanction promptly
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A new ICMR-funded study involving NIMS reveals that rising heart failure treatment costs are pushing many Hyderabad families into poverty. Lack of insurance, costly medicines, income loss, and distress financing are leaving households burdened with severe financial stress after cardiac illnesses.
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Congress MP Shashi Tharoor approached the Delhi High Court against AI-generated deepfake videos allegedly showing him praising Pakistan. The court issued summons to X, Meta, and the Centre, while considering interim relief to protect Tharoor’s personality, privacy, and public reputation rights
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Hyderabad Police Commissioner V C Sajjanar urged citizens to conduct proper background verification before hiring domestic workers, especially after the alleged involvement of a Nepalese housemaid in the murder of former Andhra Pradesh DGP Vinay Ranjan Rao’s wife in Jubilee Hills.
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With TVK falling 10 seats short of a majority in Tamil Nadu, CPI, CPI(M), and VCK are deliberating support for Vijay’s party amid concerns over ideology, alliance dynamics, and BJP’s possible influence. Congress has backed TVK, while Governor’s delay in inviting Vijay sparked protests
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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
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Hyderabad police formed special teams to trace suspects involved in the murder of former IPS officer Vinay Ranjan Ray’s wife, Tanaja Ranjan, at their Jubilee Hills residence. Police suspect the housemaid and accomplices planned the crime and fled with valuables.
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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
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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
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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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Soha Ali Khan reflected on an emotional phase in her life following her mother Sharmila Tagore’s stage one lung cancer diagnosis. Speaking on her podcast, she said the experience strengthened their bond and improved emotional expression within her family.
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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
