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The historical connection invoked by Iran is real, though more nuanced than the post suggested. Mumtaz Mahal, born Arjumand Banu Begum in Agra in 1593, belonged to a distinguished Persian-origin family deeply embedded within the Mughal court.

As David Dhawan announces his retirement, here are 5 legendary directors from global and Indian cinema who said goodbye to the director’s chair with a memorable final film. Whether planned as a graceful retirement or cut short by fate, their films remain iconic.

Why did Arshdeep Singh wipe his Instagram? The PBKS pacer purges over 200 posts, including a viral 150M-view reel with Virat Kohli, amid a storm of off-field controversies.

The United States is reportedly pushing for broader regional alignment through the Abraham Accords framework, with suggestions that Pakistan could be encouraged to join future agreements. However, questions remain over whether Pakistan’s military leadership, including General Asim Munir, would agree to such a move given current geopolitical realities and domestic considerations.

Iran’s IRGC claimed it shot down a US MQ-9 drone and fired at an intruding F-35 jet over the Gulf region, warning it reserves the right to retaliate against any violation of the regional truce.

Veteran actor Ramakant Dayama, who is known for his roles in Shah Rukh Khan’s Chak De! India and several other movies and films breathed his last on May 26.

Argentina is heading deeper into the andes in a bid to ecome a global mining powerhouse, as President Javer Milei accelerates projects tied to copper, lithium, gold and uranium, despite mounting environmental concerns.

A lagoon in central El Salvador has turned a bright turquoise colour, drawing tourists and attention from scientists. Officials say the unusual transformation is linked to a bloom of cyanobacteria caused by high temperatures and intense sunlight.

The Supreme Court of Nepal has issued an interim order barring the arrest of former Prime Minister Sher Bahadur Deuba and his wife Arzu Rana Deuba. The decision effectively nullified an arrest warrant issued earlier by the Kathmandu District Court in connection with a money laundering investigation.

A powerful early summer heatwave is sweeping across Europe, with several countries recording unusually high temperatures for May. From France and Spain to Italy and Germany, authorities are issuing warnings as soaring temperatures disrupt daily life, trigger health concerns and force restrictions on outdoor work.

India is witnessing scorching heatwaves in the north and central regions, while thunderstorms, hailstorms and heavy rainfall lash several other parts of the country. Watch the full video to know more on this!

S. Jaishankar described the recent QUAD foreign ministers’ meeting in New Delhi as “substantive,” highlighting the depth of discussions among member nations. The talks involved representatives from India, the United States, Japan, and Australia focusing on Indo-Pacific security and regional cooperation.

Bassirou Diomaye Faye has appointed a new prime minister, Ahmadou Al Aminou Lo as Senegal faces mounting fiscal and economic challenges. The leadership change comes amid concerns over rising debt, budget pressures, and the need for urgent financial reforms.

Divyanka Tripathi & Vivek Dahiya are the new parents in the block. The couple are now parents of twin baby boys.

A major prison uprising has rocked Venezuela after hundreds of inmates took control of the Barinas Judicial Detention Center, accusing prison authorities of torture and abuse. Protesters chanted “No more torture” as fires and chaos spread through the facility. Authorities later fired prison director Elvis Macuare Guerrero, who inmates blamed for violent treatment and harsh conditions.

During an interview, filmmaker Imtiaz Ali commented about Deepika Padukone's casting in the 2012 film Cocktail. Ali's remark sparked online chatter with many speculating if the director was being mean to the actress. Ali has now clarified his stand.

Republican Congressman Thomas Massie claimed that Melania Trump believes Jeffrey Epstein “did not act alone” as he accused the DOJ and FBI of withholding millions of Epstein-related files.

Direct ticket to the IPL 2026 Final on the line! Check out the RCB vs GT Qualifier 1 match preview, pitch report, and predicted playing XIs for the epic Dharamshala clash.

Ranveer Singh made his first public appearance after FWICE issued the non-cooperation directive against him regarding his exit from Don 3, backed by Farhan Akhtar and Ritesh Sidhwani. Read on to know more.