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A Central Bureau of Investigation team questioned former judge Giribala Singh after the Madhya Pradesh High Court cancelled her anticipatory bail in daughter-in-law Twisha Sharma’s death case. Her son Samarth Singh remains in CBI custody amid dowry harassment and evidence tampering allegations

Zero-sugar drinks like Coke Zero are gaining popularity as healthier alternatives to sugary sodas. Experts say they help avoid calorie spikes but warn that artificial sweeteners may still impact gut health, cravings and metabolism when consumed frequently over time.

Hyderabad-based Kiora Care has launched Ren-IQ, a diagnostic tool for early kidney disease detection using the Cystatin C biomarker. Experts say it offers more accurate and equitable assessment of kidney function, particularly for South Asian populations at higher risk.

Kuwait reported a missile and drone attack amid renewed Iran war tensions after US strikes near Bandar Abbas. Iran retaliated, targeting a US base. The Strait of Hormuz remains closed, worsening the global energy crisis and complicating ceasefire negotiations 

Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan defended Central Board of Secondary Education’s On-Screen Marking system amid controversy, promising strict action against any deliberate negligence. He said IIT Kanpur and IIT Madras were addressing technical issues, while criticising Rahul Gandhi for politicising student concerns

Actress Sai Pallavi shared a heartwarming family video on social media, calling spring beautiful because of her loved ones. The actress, known for films like “Premam” and “Love Story”, is also gearing up for the release of “Ramayana: Part 1”.

Central Board of Secondary Education defended its On-Screen Marking System as secure amid controversy over Class 12 answer-sheet evaluation. The Board denied vulnerabilities and contract irregularities, while opposition leader Rahul Gandhi demanded a judicial probe over alleged exam-evaluation discrepancies and student concerns 

PETA India and Zahrah S. Khan have proposed using a mechanical elephant for Hyderabad’s Bibi-ka-Alam Muharram procession, replacing live animals traditionally rented from other states. The initiative aims to prevent animal suffering and improve public safety during large gatherings.

Scholar Michel Danino warned Supreme Court orders on NCERT’s judiciary chapter could stifle textbook innovation, creating a “chilling effect” on academic freedom. He urged reducing classroom dependence on textbooks, stressing teacher training and digital access for NEP 2020 reforms

President Droupadi Murmu conferred the President’s Police Colour on Sikkim Police, making it the 15th state and third in the northeast to receive the honour. She urged police to embrace technology against cybercrime, while CM Tamang hailed the recognition 

Novak Djokovic advanced to the Roland Garros third round after beating Frenchman Royer in four sets, but clashed with the Paris crowd over boos. He criticized their disrespect, hoping to avoid more French opponents, and now faces Brazil’s Fonseca 

AB de Villiers and Anil Kumble have praised 15-year-old Vaibhav Suryavanshi for his fearless 97 off 29 balls in an IPL Eliminator. The legends highlighted his composure, maturity and match awareness, calling his performance extraordinary and game-changing under pressure.

A boat carrying 14 villagers capsized in the Ganga at Umanath Ghat, Patna, killing three and leaving four missing. Seven were rescued. SDRF teams continue search operations, with officials citing overloading and strong winds as possible causes

A new gecko species, Cyrtodactylus bapme, has been discovered in Assam’s Goalpara district. CM Himanta Biswa Sarma hailed the find at Urpad Beel, highlighting Assam’s rich biodiversity

 New Delhi: The Government Railway Police (GRP), Secunderabad, in coordination with the Railway Protection Force (RPF), seized Rs 1,22,70,000 in suspected hawala money from a passenger travelling from Mumbai (Maharashtra) to Secunderabad (Telangana) on the Devagiri Express, officials said on Thursday. The accused has been identified as Vijay Ambadas Gupta, 40, son of Ambadas Gupta […]

Cyberabad Police have warned against rising cyber frauds involving fake astrology, tantra and vashikaran services on social media. Scammers lure victims through ads, extract money in stages and resort to intimidation. Citizens are urged to report incidents via 1930.

Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah hosted a breakfast with colleagues amid speculation he will step down for D K Shivakumar. Congress high command reportedly urged leadership change, sparking protests and celebrations, while backward class groups warned of consequences if Siddaramaiah is replaced

Jagapathi Babu praised his role as Appalasoori in Ram Charan’s upcoming film Peddi, calling it his most cherished performance. Directed by Buchi Babu, the rural sports drama features Janhvi Kapoor and a stellar cast, releasing June 4 amid soaring expectations

Gold and silver prices declined in international markets as a stronger US dollar and renewed US-Iran tensions dampened investor sentiment. Rising crude oil prices and persistent inflation concerns also reduced hopes of near-term interest rate cuts by major central banks.

The International Stabilisation Force for Gaza remains stalled as pledged troops fail to materialize. Indonesia suspended its 8,000-strong commitment after the US-Iran war escalated, while Hamas refuses to disarm and Israel expands control, deepening deadlock and undermining fragile ceasefire efforts

Two people were killed and nine others remain missing after a chemical tank imploded at a paper mill in Washington state. Authorities warned the incident could become one of the deadliest industrial disasters in the state’s modern history as investigations and recovery operations continue.

Indian chess star Praggnanandhaa defeated World No. 1 Magnus Carlsen in classical chess during round three of Norway Chess 2026. Firouzja retained the tournament lead, while Divya Deshmukh and Zhu Jiner secured important Armageddon victories in the women’s section.

The US carried out fresh overnight strikes in Iran targeting a military site near the Strait of Hormuz, while President Donald Trump warned Washington could resume military action if nuclear negotiations with Tehran fail to produce an agreement acceptable to the United States.