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Alleging fraud and poll rigging through alleged collusion between the BJP and the Election Commission, Mamata Banerjee earlier said she would neither resign nor step down as Chief Minister by submitting her resignation to the Governor.

Donald Trump says a deal with Iran is still “very possible” after what he described as positive recent talks, but also warned Tehran of fresh military strikes if negotiations fail. The tensions escalated further after US forces disabled an Iranian-flagged oil tanker, while Iranian officials accused Washington of using economic and military pressure tactics during negotiations. The latest developments highlight the fragile balance between diplomacy and confrontation in the Middle East.

The upgraded post office will offer citizens faster, simpler, and more modern public services.

Vijay's Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) has emerged as the biggest party in the Assembly elections in Tamil Nadu. Despite earning 108 seats, the party is way behind the majority mark of 234 seats.

Savannah Guthrie abruptly left Today on Wednesday, midway without giving a reason. She returned the next day, but did not explain why she exited the show early. Her mother, Nancy Guthrie, remains missing. Savannah stayed away from Today for two months because of the tragedy.

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian said he met Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei, amid rumours over his health and absence from public view.

Russian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Maria Zakharova went on to warn retaliatory strikes on Kyiv, including on decision-making centers, if Ukraine carries out its terrorist plans.

Marcus North is set to become England’s first non-English national selector, replacing Luke Wright. Discover how the former Australian all-rounder’s ties with Ben Stokes and Durham secured him the role ahead of the 2026 home summer against New Zealand.

The suspension of the Indus Waters Treaty following the Pahalgam attack marked a major shift in bilateral relations between the two countries. A year later, India continues to maintain the treaty in abeyance.

South Korea has ordained "Gabi," its first humanoid robot monk, at Seoul’s Jogye Temple. Standing 130cm tall and dressed in traditional robes, the AI-driven robot took vows of devotion to spread Buddhism.

Vijay’s Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) has stunned Tamil Nadu politics with a remarkable debut performance, triggering intense speculation over the actor’s possible rise as the state’s next Chief Minister. As supporters celebrate TVK’s rapid emergence as a major political force, a scene from Vijay’s film The Greatest of All Time has gone viral online, with fans calling it a “visionary moment” that seemingly predicted his political future. The election outcome has transformed Vijay from a cinema icon into one of the biggest political talking points in India today.

Directed by Pulkit, Kartavya is a gritty, intense crime thriller. The film stars Saif Ali Khan and Rasika Dugal and is scheduled to release on May 15. The official trailer was unveiled on Thursday.

At least three people were killed outside a restaurant in the Austrian city of Linz on Thursday (May 7).

Warner will accept responsibility for a mid-range drink-driving charge in Sydney, his lawyer Bobby Hill confirmed. Facing potential loss of his Sydney Thunder captaincy, Warner's case has been adjourned to June 24. Read the full details on the Easter Sunday incident.

The elections are being closely watched as Britain moves towards a more competitive multi-party political system, with Labour and the Conservatives struggling in recent opinion polls while Reform UK, the Liberal Democrats and the Greens continue to expand their support base.

The Supreme Court continued hearing petitions linked to the Sabarimala temple entry controversy on Day 13 of the proceedings, with discussions centering on religious freedom, constitutional rights, and the role of faith in Indian society. Justice Nagarathna observed that Indians remain deeply connected to religion and spirituality, adding that India continues to function as a single civilisation bound by certain constants. The hearing once again brought focus to the long-running debate surrounding women’s entry into the Sabarimala temple and the balance between tradition and equality.

Kerala’s post-election celebrations have quickly turned into a high-stakes power battle within the UDF, as multiple Congress factions push their claims for the Chief Minister’s post after the alliance’s victory. Congress MLAs gathered in Thiruvananthapuram amid intense lobbying, with K. C. Venugopal claiming support from a majority of party MLAs, while V. D. Satheesan asserted strong backing from grassroots Congress workers. The leadership contest has now become Kerala’s biggest political talking point as the UDF prepares to form the next government.

Donald Trump says a deal with Iran is still “very possible” after what he described as positive recent talks, but also warned Tehran of fresh military strikes if negotiations fail. The tensions escalated further after US forces disabled an Iranian-flagged oil tanker, while Iranian officials accused Washington of using economic and military pressure tactics during negotiations. The latest developments highlight the fragile balance between diplomacy and confrontation in the Middle East.

The Hormuz strait, which typically carries around one-fifth of global oil and gas supplies, has seen traffic reduced to a trickle since US-Israeli strikes on Iran on February 28 triggered a blockade by Tehran.