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F-16 in fine print: How much Pakistan paid and how much profit US made? | A brief history of US-Pakistan F-16 deals

World: Records show that in 2010 alone, Pakistan paid $1.4 billion for 18 new F-16 Block-52 jets and another $1.3 billion to upgrade its older jets.

European Union faces heat over millions paid to Musk firms

The European Union reportedly handed hundreds of millions of euros to companies belonging to the world's richest man, Elon Musk. EU lawmakers sought information from the European Commission asking for details about its funding to Musk-linked businesses. The European Commission said it paid around $176 million to automaker Tesla to build charging stations for electric cars in 2023. Watch in for more details!

Zelensky says Trump’s presence at peace talks would prompt Putin to attend

World: President Trump offered to join the talks that Russia’s President Vladimir Putin suggested should be held directly with Ukraine after criticism of the Western “ultimatums” to end the conflict between the two nations.

First civilian casualty outside J&K: Punjab woman dies after Pakistani drone attack

On May 8, a Pakistani drone was intercepted by the Indian air defence system, and fell down on Kaur's house, while she was sitting in the open lobby. India news pakistan

MLB: Yankees' Oswaldo Cabrera suffers horrible ankle injury during winning run vs Mariners - WATCH

The incident occurred as Oswaldo Cabrera was scoring the final run of the game in the Yankees' 11-5 win. He collapsed just after stepping on home plate and remained on the ground in visible pain. Sports

Operation Sindoor: India's precision strike redefine power | BrahMos & Rafale: India's deadly duo

After India’s high-precision strikes under Operation Sindoor, Prime Minister Narendra Modi declared that the country has only paused military action—not ended it. With BrahMos missiles and Rafale jets in action, India showcased its modern defence capabilities, leaving Pakistan shaken. Modi warned that India won’t tolerate nuclear blackmail.

'I had an amazing dress to wear tonight': Hallie Berry on Cannes new red carpet dress code

Halle Berry acknowledged Tuesday that she would not be able to wear her chosen gown to the Cannes film festival's opening night because of new dress rules.

US-China trade: US drops Chinese import duties from 145% to 30%

The United States and China have agreed to pause their trade war. Both nations are seeing eye to eye to lower the import taxes on goods that are being traded between Washington and Beijing. Watch in for more details!

Operation Sindoor: How Modi government fortified defence and offensive capabilities

After India’s high-precision strikes under Operation Sindoor, Prime Minister Narendra Modi declared that the country has only paused military action—not ended it. With BrahMos missiles and Rafale jets in action, India showcased its modern defence capabilities, leaving Pakistan shaken. Modi warned that India won’t tolerate nuclear blackmail.

Trump, Saudi Crown Prince sign major business deals in Riyadh

The Saudi hosts escorted Air Force One into the kingdom with fighter jets before bringing out long-stretching guards of honour and sending flag-waving cavalry to accompany Trump's motorcade to the palace. World

Pakistan appoints former RCB Director of Cricket as new white-ball coach

Hesson, who is currently with PSL franchise Islamabad United, takes over the job on May 26 - a day after the PSL X final which resumes on May 17. Cricket Sports

Age is just a number! Salma Hayek, 58, slays in jaw-dropping bikini as she makes Sports Illustrated Swimsuit cover debut

Age is just a number for Salma Hayek Pinault. The actress has just broken the internet with the release of the cover photos for the Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue 2025.

Pollachi sexual abuse case: All nine accused held guilty, sentenced to life

India News: The convicts filmed their acts of sexual assault and used the footage to coerce victims into continued exploitation by threatening to leak their videos to their families and communities if they refused to comply.

‘I forgive you, but it doesn't change…’: Kim Kardashian accepts apology at Paris jewel heist trial

Kim Kardashian has testified before a Paris court in the trial of a gang accused of stealing jewellery worth millions from her at gunpoint in her hotel room in 2016.

India’s defence budget increases by 2.6 times in 12 years, climbs up to $79.8 billion in 2025-26: MoD

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday (May 13) addressed the nation after interacting with Indian armed forces personnel at the Adampur air base in Punjab. India news

Chess queen Ju Wenjun hails equal pay as five-time world champion prepares for title defence in Norway Chess Women 2025

World, Sports: Wenjun clinched her fifth consecutive World Championship title this year. In 2024, she made history again by clinching inaugural Norway Chess Women title

Indus treaty will be in abeyance till Pak stops supporting terrorism', says MEA | Indo-Pak ceasefire

During the press briefing, MEA Spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said, "After the CCS (Cabinet Committee on Security) decision, the Indus Water Treaty has been put in abeyance. Watch in for more details!

South Africa denies persecution claims as US grants refugee status

The first group of around 50 white South Africans arrived in the United States for resettlement after President Donald Trump granted them refugee status. The small group from South Africa, including children holding small American flags, arrived at Dallas International Airport outside Washington on a private charter plane. Watch for more details!

Before Payal Kapadia, these Indian stars were part of the Cannes jury, see pics
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The much-awaited Cannes film festival has started, and some of the finest films from across the world will be screened at this year's festival. As the festival begins, here we take a look at Indians who have been part of the Cannes jury.