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Playing at the Narendra Modi Stadium, GT got the better of RCB as they now sit fifth in the IPL 2026 standings, having chased down a 156-run target. For RCB, it was their third defeat of the season as they failed to go top of the IPL 2026 standings as they stay second.

On the tenth day of hearing in the Sabarimala reference case, the Supreme Court of India flagged a key risk. It cautioned that judicial intervention in purely religious practices could lead to 'annihilation' of a religion and result in 'dangerous situations'.

#Gravitas A major shift appears to be underway in the United States. New polling data points to a growing wave of anger and unease directed at Israel, more prominent among younger Americans.

#Gravitas As Israel ramps up attacks against Hezbollah in Lebanon amid a fragile truce, U.S. President Donald Trump has urged Israel to show restraint, telling Israel's prime minister Benjamin Netanyahu that Israel should only carry out 'surgical' action and avoid a full resumption of war.

A fresh controversy erupts over the legendary Koh-i-Noor diamond as New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani calls on King Charles III to return it to India. The diamond, now part of the British Crown Jewels, has long been at the center of a global ownership dispute involving multiple countries. Watch this video to understand the history, politics, and global reactions.

The USS Gerald R Ford will head back home after a record-breaking 300-day deployment in West Asia. As tensions with Iran remain high, the US had deployed three aircraft carriers in the region something not seen since 2003. Iran's supreme leader Mojtaba Khamenei has mocked Trump and vowed protect the nuclear interest of Iran even as The Hormuz Strait remains blocked. In a parallel development, reports also suggest that U.S. is considering to attack Iran again with full details set to be provided to Trump.

The Election Commission denied the tampering charges and released a detailed statement saying all strong rooms containing polled EVMs are safely secured and sealed, and there is no possibility of such an occurrence.

Tensions are rising inside Israel over compulsory military service. Thousands of ultra-Orthodox Jewish communities are protesting against mandatory conscription, rejecting plans that would require greater participation in the armed forces during ongoing regional conflict pressures. The demonstrations highlight a long-standing internal divide over religion, national duty, and military obligations in Israeli society. Why is conscription so controversial—and what impact could this have on national security?

On Wednesday (April 29), Trump said that his administration was reviewing the possible reduction of U.S. troops in Germany, adding that a decision would be made shortly.

Donald Trump has escalated tensions with Germany, threatening to reduce US troop presence while launching sharp criticism at Chancellor Friedrich Merz. Trump accused Berlin of failing to support Washington during the Iran conflict and warned that allies unwilling to stand with the US could face consequences. The remarks have reignited debate over NATO burden-sharing, America’s military footprint in Europe, and the future of transatlantic relations.

Johar, who has directed and produced several Indian blockbuster films, will be making his debut at one of the year’s most anticipated fashion events, as learned by Variety India.

The USS Gerald R. Ford, the world’s largest aircraft carrier, is set to leave West Asia and return home after a historic 309-day deployment in the Red Sea region. The mission became one of the longest US naval deployments in recent years amid heightened tensions and security operations across the Middle East. The carrier’s return marks the end of a major chapter in Washington’s military presence during a period of regional instability.

A significant constitutional challenge is unfolding in the United States. Reports indicate that former President Donald Trump may be required to seek Congressional approval for continued military action in the Iran conflict, raising questions about war powers and executive authority. The move comes amid escalating tensions in West Asia and growing scrutiny over decision-making in the ongoing Iran war scenario. Is this a check on presidential power—or a political showdown over foreign policy control?

On the fourth ball of the eighth over, Rajat Patidar played a pull shot on Arshad Khan’s bowling as the ball rocketed into the sky. The ball was then caught by Holder as he ran towards it on the boundary line.

Ajith Kumar turns 55 on May 1. He is considered one of the biggest stars in the film industry, who has showcased his versatility and charismatic on-screen persona in several projects over the decades and built a shining career.

Ukraine has reportedly struck a major oil facility in Russia’s Perm region twice within 24 hours, marking one of Kyiv’s deepest attacks inside Russian territory. The site is located around 1,500 km from the Ukraine border and is considered part of Russia’s critical energy infrastructure. Ukrainian officials described the operation as a strike on a legitimate military-linked target, highlighting Kyiv’s expanding long-range strike capabilities amid the ongoing war.

Mass student protests have erupted across Chile against President Jose Antonio Kast’s proposed austerity measures and planned education budget cuts. Demonstrators flooded the streets of Santiago, with clashes breaking out between students and police during tense confrontations. Protesters say the proposed reductions threaten access to quality education and could deepen inequality. The unrest has intensified political pressure on the government amid growing public frustration over economic policies.

Myanmar’s junta leader-turned-president has reduced prison terms under a broad amnesty order, lowering Aung San Suu Kyi’s sentence to 18 years. The move comes amid continued international scrutiny of Myanmar’s military government and the detention of political figures following the 2021 coup. While Suu Kyi remains behind bars, the sentence reduction is being closely watched as a possible signal from the junta amid ongoing political unrest and global pressure.

The Premier League will deliver a series of high-impact coach-development workshops and masterclasses for participating coaches and support staff at the Dream Sports Championship and the AIFF under-16 Junior League.