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#Gravitas India’s archaeologists have decoded a 5th-century seal rewriting what we know about ancient Shaivite traditions. The Archaeological Survey of India’s epigraphy division has deciphered a rare Sanskrit inscription written in Brahmi script.

Gal Gadot turns 41 on April 30. The Wonder Woman star has built a successful career and has consistently delivered several compelling roles. On the occasion of her birthday, take a look at some of her best movies.

Russia has unleashed a wave of drone strikes across Ukraine, signifying its spring offensive is fully underway. Drone attacks left a trail of destruction from Kharkiv in the northeast to Odesa in the south. On the battlefield, Russian troops continue to push forward, advancing deeper into Ukrainian defences.

Amid growing tensions between Washington and London over the Iran war, King Charles steps in with symbolic diplomacy. From a grand White House welcome to a historic address to the U.S. Congress, can royal soft power mend a relationship strained by politics? Here’s a deep dive into the evolving “special relationship.”

Written and directed by Jeethu Joseph, the film is the third instalment in the highly acclaimed franchise, regarded as one of the best crime thrillers in Indian cinema. The movie has been adapted into several other languages, including Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, and even Chinese.

Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif is set to visit China in May for high-level talks expected to focus on expanding the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) and strengthening strategic cooperation. The visit comes at a time of rising regional uncertainty, including tensions in West Asia and growing geopolitical competition. Officials say both sides are likely to discuss accelerating CPEC Phase II projects, economic collaboration, security coordination and broader regional stability during the closely watched Beijing meetings.

The Supreme Court has sharply limited race-based redistricting in a 6-3 ruling, striking down Louisiana's majority-Black district and weakening the Voting Rights Act.

Russia has unveiled the S-71K Kover, a new long-range cruise missile designed to significantly enhance the strike capability of the Su-57 stealth fighter jet. Reports suggest the missile offers up to 300 kilometres of stand-off attack range, allowing aircraft to hit targets from safer distances without entering heavily defended zones. The development comes as Moscow continues to intensify military operations in Ukraine, raising fresh concerns over the evolving battlefield and the growing role of advanced missile systems in modern warfare.

Australia is taking on Big Tech again. The government plans to impose a 2.25% revenue levy on companies like Meta, Google, and TikTok unless they strike deals to compensate local news publishers. Dubbed the “News Bargaining Incentive,” the proposal is designed to ensure tech platforms pay for the journalism they benefit from—while supporting a struggling media industry. The draft legislation targets major platforms generating significant local revenue, signalling a renewed global push to regulate Big Tech’s relationship with news.

The European Commission has formally charged Meta under the Digital Services Act for failing to protect children on its platforms. Regulators found that age-verification systems on Instagram and Facebook are ineffective, allowing users under 13 to bypass restrictions simply by entering false birth dates. Reporting tools were also flagged as overly complex, sometimes requiring multiple steps to flag underage users. Meta could now face fines of up to 6% of its global turnover, marking one of the most significant enforcement actions under the EU’s sweeping tech rules.

US President Donald Trump has issued a fresh warning to Iran, accusing Tehran of failing to agree to a non-nuclear framework and warning that patience is running out. Trump’s remarks, including the phrase “No More Mr Nice Guy,” come amid continuing tensions over Iran’s nuclear programme and stalled diplomatic efforts. An AI-generated image shared online showing Trump holding an assault rifle has further amplified reactions on social media, adding to the already charged atmosphere surrounding the ongoing US-Iran standoff.

How are Americans feeling about President Donald Trump's performance today? Do Pennsylvanians concur with the national Trump job approval rating? Trump's overall presidential approval rating has been sliding since the first historic government shutdown in October. Now, since the start of the Iran war, it has dropped to its lowest this term. According to the latest polls heading into campaign season for the 2026 midterm elections, Trump's approval rating continues sinking.

On Thursday, Kolkata came out to cast their vote at the final day of West Bengal Assembly Elections 2026. Tollywood stars like Parambrata CHatterjee, Prosenjit Chatterjee to cricketer Sourav Ganguly cast their vote in the second phase of assembly elections.

Voting has concluded in the high-voltage West Bengal Assembly elections, with a historic turnout and intense political clashes dominating the day. The BJP and Trinamool Congress traded allegations of EVM manipulation and rigging, adding fresh tension to an already fiercely contested battle. As exit poll discussions gather pace, attention remains focused on whether the BJP can make significant gains in Mamata Banerjee’s traditional strongholds, especially in Kolkata, where the political stakes remain extremely high.

Voting has concluded in the high-voltage West Bengal Assembly elections, with a historic turnout and intense political clashes dominating the day. The BJP and Trinamool Congress traded allegations of EVM manipulation and rigging, adding fresh tension to an already fiercely contested battle. As exit poll discussions gather pace, attention remains focused on whether the BJP can make significant gains in Mamata Banerjee’s traditional strongholds, especially in Kolkata, where the political stakes remain extremely high.

AC Milan, currently third in the Italian Serie A are poised to finish in the Champions League spots while the title is out of reach. The star collaboration saw USA captain Christian Pulisic don RCB colours as netizens were treated to a surprise by sportswear giants Puma on Wednesday.

Voting has concluded in the high-voltage West Bengal Assembly elections, with a historic turnout and intense political clashes dominating the day. The BJP and Trinamool Congress traded allegations of EVM manipulation and rigging, adding fresh tension to an already fiercely contested battle. As exit poll discussions gather pace, attention remains focused on whether the BJP can make significant gains in Mamata Banerjee’s traditional strongholds, especially in Kolkata, where the political stakes remain extremely high.

William and Kate, one of the most-loved royal couples, are celebrating their 15th wedding anniversary. Marking the special day, the palace has shared a sweet picture of the family of five.

Can India vs Bangladesh cricket ties be mended? Shakib Al Hasan calls the T20 WC row a mistake but hopes the September 2026 series will finally 'break the ice' between boards.