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India has launched a significant spiritual diplomacy initiative by sending sacred relics of Lord Buddha’s disciples Sariputra and Maudgalyayana from the UNESCO-listed Sanchi Stupa to Mongolia. The relics, moved with full state honours, were flown from Bhopal to Delhi before being scheduled for transport to Ulaanbaatar via a special Indian Air Force aircraft.

Myanmar President U Min Aung Hlaing has arrived in India for a five-day official visit, beginning his tour in Bihar’s Gaya. During his visit, he offered prayers at the revered Mahabodhi Temple in Bodh Gaya, a major Buddhist pilgrimage site. The Ministry of External Affairs highlighted the visit as a step toward strengthening civilisational and cultural ties between the two neighbouring countries. The visit is expected to include high-level discussions aimed at deepening cooperation and regional engagement.

Actress Jacqueline Fernandez has been charged in the Enforcement Directorate’s ₹200 crore money laundering case linked to alleged conman Sukesh Chandrasekhar. The case stems from a major extortion scandal involving high-value transactions and multiple accused, including Sukesh and Leena Maria Paul. While the legal process continues, Jacqueline has also received partial relief in a related Delhi Police MCOCA matter, where she has not been named as an accused. The case remains under active investigation and continues to draw major public attention due to its high-profile connections.

A technical glitch during the CUET UG examination caused major disruption for thousands of students, forcing officials to delay and reschedule parts of the test. Reports suggest over 3,700 candidates were affected as confusion spread across multiple exam centres. The situation quickly escalated, with protests breaking out and police being deployed to manage crowds outside centres. The incident has raised fresh concerns over exam infrastructure, digital reliability and student stress during high-stakes national entrance tests.

French far-right leader Jordan Bardella has sparked debate after taking a subtle dig at Donald Trump, suggesting that political “truths” under his leadership can shift quickly from one day to the next. Speaking on France’s foreign policy direction, Bardella also emphasized that France must prioritize its own national interests above external influence.

The battlefield technology race between Russia and Ukraine is entering a new phase. Ukraine has reportedly targeted the Admiral Essen warship once again, while Moscow is ramping up production of a new anti-drone system known as Yolka, a "fire-and-forget" kinetic interceptor designed to counter low-cost aerial threats. As both sides adapt to the growing importance of drones, the conflict is increasingly becoming a contest of economics as much as firepower, with countries searching for cheaper and more effective ways to neutralize enemy technology.

India’s vast coastline is increasingly being seen as one of the most vulnerable zones in the face of climate change. Rising sea levels, stronger cyclones, coastal erosion and changing weather patterns are putting pressure on millions of people living in coastal regions. Experts warn that several parts of the coastline could face serious ecological and economic challenges if mitigation efforts are not strengthened.

Pakistani media reports suggest that a Pakistan Markazi Muslim League (PMML) candidate is also contesting the controversial polls. The party is widely seen as the political front of the banned Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) and linked to Hafiz Saeed.

US District Judge Casey Cooper while hearing the case concluded that the Washington DC venue cannot be renamed without congressional approval and blocked the Kennedy Center from temporarily shutting for renovation.

A political storm has erupted in West Bengal after TMC MP Abhishek Banerjee was allegedly assaulted during a visit to Sonarpur. Videos and reports from the scene showed a chaotic situation, with eggs reportedly hurled and stones thrown as police escorted Banerjee away. The TMC leader accused BJP supporters of orchestrating the attack, while the BJP strongly denied any involvement. The incident has intensified the political confrontation between Bengal's two biggest rivals and sparked fresh debate over political violence in the state.

After months of speculation and years of political anticipation, DK Shivakumar is set to take over as Karnataka's next chief minister on June 3. The leadership transition follows the Congress party's long-discussed power-sharing arrangement, with Siddaramaiah proposing Shivakumar's name and legislators unanimously backing the move. As the state prepares for a new chapter, attention is now shifting to cabinet formation, where the party is expected to balance regional, caste and factional interests while projecting unity ahead of the second half of its term.

Gujarat Titans are set to take on defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru in the IPL 2026 title clash at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad on Sunday.

A fresh dispute between the United States and China has put journalists at the center of a growing diplomatic confrontation. After Beijing expelled a New York Times reporter following an interview with Taiwan's president, Washington responded by revoking visas and expelling Chinese nationals linked to state media operations. The latest exchange highlights the deepening mistrust between the world's two largest powers, with media access, press freedom and Taiwan once again emerging as sensitive flashpoints in the increasingly tense US-China relationship.

A rare celestial event is set to light up the night sky as a Blue Moon coincides with a stunning planet parade. Skywatchers around the world will be able to witness multiple planets aligning along with the unusually rare second full moon in a month. Astronomers say the phenomenon offers a spectacular viewing opportunity, with clear skies expected to provide ideal conditions for stargazers and astronomy enthusiasts.

The passengers were among thousands of Afghans returning from Pakistan, which launched a crackdown on migrants in 2023 and has since deported or pressured many to leave. Iran also intensified expulsion of Afghans around the same time. Since then, millions of Afghans have returned home.

The privacy-focused search engine reported a sharp increase in app installs following Google's latest Search updates, which introduced expanded AI-generated summaries, conversational search tools and AI Mode.

Meta is reportedly working on a new artificial intelligence-powered wearable device that could take the form of a pendant worn around the neck.

Sri Lanka is targeting India’s west coast by launching direct Ahmedabad-Colombo flights via FitsAir, aiming to boost Gujarati leisure, MICE, and luxury tourism through integrated resorts like City of Dreams.

Planning a quick international getaway from Gujarat? A new direct Ahmedabad to Colombo flight is set to cut travel time to just three hours, with Sri Lanka betting big on Indian tourists. UPI payments, easy visas and luxury travel are all part of the pitch. Scroll down to read more.