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Corporate pay at the top is accelerating globally, but for most workers, progress is far slower. A new report by Oxfam shows that in 2025, CEO compensation grew nearly 20 times faster than employee wages. The gap is no longer just wide, it’s widening at a pace that raises deeper concerns about fairness and sustainability.

BJP surges past majority in West Bengal, ending TMC’s 15-year rule. High turnout, anti-incumbency, corruption scandals, women’s safety concerns, economic slowdown, and internal rifts weaken Mamata Banerjee’s grip, signalling a major political shift in the state.

World liberty financial, a venture linked to Donald Trump and his sons, has sued crypto billionaire Justin Sun for defamation.

Assam voters rejected dynastic politics in 2026, defeating the sons of three former CMs. State Congress chief Gaurav Gogoi lost Jorhat to BJP’s Hitendra Nath Goswami. Debabrata Saikia lost the Nazira bastion by 46,000 votes, while Diganta Barman fell in Barkhetri by over 84,000.

Hardik Pandya missed Mumbai Indians’ match against Lucknow Super Giants due to a back spasm. With his return still uncertain, MI are keeping a close watch on their captain at this crucial stage of IPL 2026.

The Met Gala 2026 once again brought together some of the biggest names under a roof, focusing on the biggest night of fashion. As the event summed up on a high note, netizens are reacting to the absence of some of the major celebrities who did not make it for the night.

President Trump declined to confirm the Iran ceasefire’s status amid escalating Strait of Hormuz tensions, warning of destruction if US ships are targeted despite claiming major military conflict is over.

Notable Malayalam actor Santhosh Nair, best known for The Tiger, Madirasi and Khaki, among others, has reportedly died in a road accident. Read to know more details.

The mystery of dead and missing scientists has led conspiracy theorists to claim that several such cases happened in the 1940s during the "flying saucer" era. Evidence was destroyed, people were warned to stay silent, and deaths were set up to look like suicides and accidents, as per claims.

Global media highlights a historic shift as the BJP conquers Bengal, ending Mamata Banerjee’s 15-year rule. Simultaneously, actor Vijay’s TVK stunned the world by ousting the DMK in Tamil Nadu, disrupting decades of Dravidian dominance. Check what other publications said about the results.

A car rammed into a crowd in a pedestrianized area of Leipzig, Germany, killing two people and injuring dozens, with over 20 people reported injured and at least three seriously hurt. Police arrested a 33-year-old German male driver, and the incident, described by officials as a "rampage," is currently under investigation.

BLACKPINK members Jisoo, Jennie, Rose and Lisa graced the red carpet of Met Gala 2026, making bold fashion statements. Let's take a look at the ensembles and their details.

Bumrah has been horribly out of form this IPL, taking just three wickets in 10 matches played so far. MI's ranking shows Bumrah's struggles among other factors with the five-time champions being ninth on the 10-team points table.

Mumbai Indians beat LSG by six wickets to stay in the IPL 2026 race, needing four more wins and favourable results to reach 14 points and the playoffs.

Bad Bunny to Connor Storrie, take a look at the best-dressed men at Met Gala 2026, who not just embraced the theme of the event, but also brought class and style to it.

US intelligence indicates recent military strikes haven’t significantly delayed Iran’s nuclear timeline. While infrastructure was damaged, Tehran retains the material and expertise to produce a weapon within a year.

Nearly 35 per cent of dragonfly and damselfly species have likely gone extinct in the Western Ghats in India. A survey did not find most of the previously known insect species in the region, hinting that the ecological hotspot is under threat.

India condemned the drone attack on Fujairah in the UAE as “unacceptable” after three Indian nationals were injured in suspected Iranian strikes. MEA urged an immediate ceasefire and called for free navigation through the Strait of Hormuz, stressing diplomacy and regional stability.

Kerala is witnessing a significant political shift as the Congress-led UDF races ahead in Assembly election trends, putting an end to the LDF’s decade-long rule. Early leads show the UDF gaining momentum across key constituencies, sparking celebrations at Congress headquarters. The outcome signals a strong anti-incumbency wave and a possible change in governance, marking a new chapter in the state’s political landscape.