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Roopa Ganguly: From Mahabharat’s Draupadi to National award-winning singer and politician
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Well-known actress Roopa Ganguli has won the Sonarpur Dakshin seat in the elections when the BJP scripted history and formed the government for the first time in the state. From winning hearts on screen to building a political identity, take a look at the fascinating journey of the national award winner.

Israel Strikes Southern Lebanon Killing 31; IDF Issues Evacuation Warning For Lebanon Villages

Israel has issued evacuation warnings to civilians in southern Lebanon amid ongoing military operations targeting Hezbollah. Residents have been urged to move away from conflict zones as tensions escalate despite a fragile ceasefire.

India-Africa Summit 2026: New Delhi pushes ‘Concrete Outcomes’ to deepen ties with continent

Agriculture, education and food security are expected to feature prominently. India is home to over 7,000 Zimbabwean students, and knowledge-sharing initiatives are growing. Capacity building and food security form key pillars of the agenda.

Actor Mansoor Ali Khan meets Vijay, calls him brave: 'Governor is doing the biggest injustice'

Vijay's swearing-in ceremony as Tamil Nadu's chief minister was delayed after his party failed to prove the majority mark. Amid all the uncertainty, actor Mansoor Khan went to meet the actor and shared how the Governor is doing injustice to the people of the state.

Indian Defence Forces Get New Top Commanders

Lieutenant General NS Raja Subramani (Retd.) has been appointed as India's next Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), succeeding General Anil Chauhan on May 30, 2026. He will also serve as Secretary of the Department of Military Affairs, tasked with advancing military theaterisation and strengthening tri-services synergy.

‘Four-foot crewmen’ emerged from UFOs? Declassified FBI files reveal chilling 1960s reports

Hundreds of documents, photographs, infrared images and mission transcripts were uploaded to the Department of War archive, including internal FBI memoranda examining sightings reported across the United States and abroad.

Vinesh Phogat denied entry into comeback tournament as Wrestling Federation imposes ban

The Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) has barred Vinesh Phogat from competing in the National Open Ranking Tournament in Gonda, effectively putting on hold her expected comeback after she had reversed her retirement following the Paris Olympics.

VCK and IUML finally extend unconditional support to TVK, clear Vijay’s path to Tamil Nadu CM’s chair

After the announcement by the VCK leadership, the IUML also extended its unconditional support to TVK for forming government. After the twin announcements, the TVK tally rose to 120, two more than the majority mark of 118, following the support of Congress, CPI, CPI(M), VCK, and IUML.

K-dramas celebrating beauty of motherhood: Good Bad Mother, Hi Bye! Mama and more
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From When the Camellia Blooms to The Good Bad Mother, here are a few of the shows you shouldn't miss watching for the occasion of Mother's Day.

Madhubani to bold couture: Who is Bengal minister Agnimitra Paul? A look at her Lakmé Fashion Week designs and more
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From showcasing her designs at fashion shows to the day when she took oast in the newly formed BJP govenment in West Bengal. Paul won the Asansol Dakshin constituency, defeating Tapas Banerjee from the Trinamool Congress by a huge margin of over 40,000 vote.

Mother’s Day 2026: 7 best movies to watch with your mom on Netflix, Prime Video, and other OTT platforms
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Mother’s Day is just around the corner. On this special day, plan a day full of happiness and joy with your mother by watching the perfect mom-themed movies available on OTT platforms.

Are AI IPOs the next dot-com bubble? OpenAI, xAI and Anthropic chase trillion-dollar valuations

A wave of massive AI IPOs led by OpenAI, xAI and Anthropic is raising fears of a speculative tech bubble as firms seek trillion-dollar valuations despite massive losses and rising infrastructure costs.

IPL 2026: How can Delhi Capitals still qualify for playoffs after loss to KKR? Check possible scenarios

Even after a humiliating loss to Kolkata Knight Riders on Friday, Delhi Capitals are still mathematically in the hunt for a playoff spot in the Indian Premier League 2026 season.

‘Aggressive force armed by NATO’: Putin calls Moscow’s war in Ukraine ‘just’ in Victory Day speech

Russian President Putin defended Moscow’s war in Ukraine during Victory Day celebrations, calling it “just” and accusing NATO of backing an “aggressive force” against Russia.

BLACKPINK's Lisa to perform at FIFA World Cup opening ceremony alongside Katy Perry, Tyla and more

BLACKPINK's youngest member Lisa is all set to perform at this year's opening ceremony of the FIFA World Cup alongside several other celebs, including Katy Perry and Tyla. The FIFA president made the official announcement.

Chokher Bali to Do Bigha Zameen: On Rabindranath Tagore's birth anniversary, 7 films based on the bard's writing
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It is Nobel laureate Ranbindranath Tagore's birth anniversary today. The bard's work continues to inspire artists more than 100 years on. One of the most well known and celebrated writers in the world, Tagore's work inspired several iconic films. Here, take a look.

Watch: PM Modi bows before massive crowd as BJP forms 1st Bengal government

Prime Minister Narendra Modi bowed before a massive crowd in Kolkata as the BJP formed its first-ever West Bengal government. Suvendu Adhikari was sworn in as Chief Minister following a historic 207-seat victory.

Will Meryl Streep, Anne Hathaway return with The Devil Wears Prada 3? Director David Frankel reveals

After the release of The Devil Wears Prada 2, fans are looking forward to another sequel to the beloved fashion franchise. Director David Frankel has finally opened up about a possible third chapter.

‘A bogey… a brilliant body with trillions of particles’: FBI files reveal Gemini 7 astronauts’ chilling 1965 UFO sighting
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The records, released as part of the Trump administration’s wider disclosure of UFO-related material, contain astronaut transcripts, military assessments and intelligence summaries linked to unidentified aerial phenomena (UAPs).