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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

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

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

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.

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

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.

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

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.

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

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

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.

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

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

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

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

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.

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

Chief Justice of India Surya Kant shared a personal anecdote in court while dismissing a plea by judicial aspirant Prerna Gupta before the Supreme Court of India. He recalled being discouraged from joining judicial services early in his career and advised her to focus on future opportunities instead of contesting a single exam result.

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

Hyderabad is hosting creative Mother’s Day workshops, offering painting, clay art, tote bag design and floral craft sessions. From cafés to art studios, these beginner-friendly experiences provide families with meaningful ways to spend quality time and celebrate the occasion together.

Telangana is set to experience a return of dry heatwave conditions by May 10, with IMD forecasting a rise in temperatures by 2–4°C after brief relief from thundershowers. Several districts may see mercury levels touching 41–44°C.

Gold and silver prices rose on the Multi Commodity Exchange of India amid US-Iran geopolitical tensions, boosting safe-haven demand. Gold futures climbed above ₹1.53 lakh per 10 grams, while silver surged over ₹2.61 lakh per kg, tracking gains in global COMEX markets and rising crude oil prices

Tata Power and Druk Green Power Corporation have expanded their clean energy partnership with a new 404 MW hydro project in Bhutan. The deal raises their joint hydropower pipeline to over 5,000 MW, strengthening regional renewable energy cooperation and Bhutan’s long-term energy expansion goals

K T Rama Rao congratulated Hyderabad-based Skyroot Aerospace for becoming India’s first space-tech unicorn valued at $1 billion. He said the achievement highlights the strength of Telangana’s startup ecosystem and the potential of Indian innovation in the space sector.