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The match will be streamed live on the AFC Asian Cup YouTube Channel.
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Chathanoor delivered a key win for the BJP as B.B. Gopakumar defeated CPI’s R. Rajendran by 4,002 votes. The result, alongside a close fight in Nemom, signals a BJP resurgence in Kerala’s evolving political landscape
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Vijay’s Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam drew comparisons with N. T. Rama Rao after early electoral success, joining rare film stars-turned-politicians like MGR, Chiranjeevi, Pawan Kalyan, Kamal Haasan, and Vijayakanth in South Indian politics
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Supported by Anandana, The Coca-Cola India Foundation, an 11-day intensive camp concluded on May 3, providing specialized, high-performance training for goalkeepers.
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YSRCP chief Y S Jagan Mohan Reddy and TDP leader Nara Lokesh congratulated Vijay on TVK’s strong performance in the Tamil Nadu Assembly elections. They praised the actor-turned-politician’s electoral debut and extended wishes for his future political journey
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MS Dhoni has not travelled with Chennai Super Kings for their IPL clash against Delhi Capitals as he recovers from injury. Bowling consultant Eric Simons confirmed his steady progress, while skipper Ruturaj Gaikwad’s form offers hope for CSK.
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Himesh Reshammiya has teamed up with producer Anshul Garg for his upcoming track “Sharaab,” featuring Manushi Chhillar. The teaser will release soon, while the song adds to the singer’s ongoing musical projects and performances.
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The rupee declined 39 paise to close at a record low of 95.23 against the US dollar amid rising crude oil prices, foreign fund outflows and Middle East tensions. Analysts warned that continued pressure on oil prices may further weaken the Indian currency
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Andhra Pradesh Governor S. Abdul Nazeer, Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu, and other leaders extended birthday greetings to Vice-President C. P. Radhakrishnan. Leaders praised his commitment to constitutional values, public service, and strengthening democratic institutions.
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Marta Kostyuk clinched her maiden WTA 1000 title in Madrid, rising to a career-high World No. 15. The tournament saw major ranking shifts, with Mirra Andreeva, Hailey Baptiste and others achieving breakthroughs ahead of the clay season.
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Actors Vikram, Vijay Deverakonda, Sivakarthikeyan, and Kajal Aggarwal congratulated Vijay as his party TVK surged ahead in Tamil Nadu Assembly election results. Celebrities praised his leadership and hailed the people’s mandate as a new phase in Tamil politics.
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In their order, FDA concluded that: “Scientific studies have shown that switching completely from conventional cigarettes to the IQOS system significantly reduces your body’s exposure to harmful or potentially harmful chemicals”
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Crude oil futures rose nearly 2 per cent to Rs 9,821 per barrel on MCX amid ongoing geopolitical tensions and supply concerns linked to US-Iran developments. Analysts said uncertainty around the Strait of Hormuz continues to keep global oil prices volatile
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Benchmark equity indices Sensex and Nifty closed higher on Monday, supported by gains in blue-chip stocks, positive state poll trends and strong quarterly earnings. Investor sentiment also improved amid easing geopolitical concerns and stability in crude oil prices
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Assam minister Pijush Hazarika won the Jagiroad Assembly seat by 93,584 votes, securing his fourth consecutive term as MLA. The BJP leader defeated Congress candidate Bubul Das and continued his strong electoral performance in the constituency
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Tamil film stars including Vikram, Vijay Deverakonda, Ram Pothineni, Sivakarthikeyan and Kajal Aggarwal congratulated Vijay after his party Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam surged in Tamil Nadu election results, calling it a historic political moment
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Kazhakootam saw a razor-thin BJP win as V. Muraleedharan defeated CPI(M)’s Kadakampally Surendran by 265 votes. Along with victories in Nemom and Chathanoor, the BJP recorded its strongest Kerala Assembly performance yet
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The BJP leader aims for a sixth consecutive term in the Jalukbari constituency
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A three-day youth drama festival will be held at Ravindra Bharati in Hyderabad from May 6. Organised by the Telangana Sangeet Natak Akademi, the event will feature nine plays daily, with free entry for all attendees.
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M.K. Stalin was reported to have lost Kolathur to Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam candidate V.S. Babu, in a major alleged upset. The report also claims strong TVK gains and shifting political dynamics, though several details appear inconsistent and unverified
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Pulkit Samrat received a surprise hug and affectionate message from wife Kriti Kharbanda on social media. The couple, who married in 2024 after meeting on film sets, continue sharing public moments of warmth while Samrat promotes his series Glory
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Religious leaders in Hyderabad are urging the Muslim community to actively participate in the Census. Highlighting risks of underrepresentation, ulema stressed awareness through mosques and community support, especially as the self-enumeration deadline approaches.
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BRS working president KT Rama Rao called for statewide protests over alleged delays in crop procurement and failure to establish adequate procurement centres. He accused the Telangana government of neglecting farmers and demanded procurement of all crops at MSP without conditions
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Six people were killed and four injured after a speeding SUV rammed into a stationary truck in Kalpi. Victims returning from Ayodhya lost control near the site; injured remain critical, police said
