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Pak-Backed Al-Badr Operative Gunned Down

Hamza Burhan, identified as one of the key conspirators linked to the 2019 Pulwama terror attack, has reportedly been killed in Muzaffarabad in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir. The Pulwama attack had killed 40 Indian CRPF personnel and triggered one of the sharpest escalations between India and Pakistan in recent years.

West Bengal: Repolling In Falta Ordered by EC Citing 'Irregularities'

West Bengal’s Falta assembly constituency is undergoing repolling after the Election Commission of India cited serious irregularities and concerns over the “subversion of the democratic process.” Security arrangements have been significantly strengthened, with authorities nearly doubling deployment to ensure peaceful voting.

Urban Heat Island effect is making your nights hotter and you sick. Here is how you can mitigate its effects

An intense heatwave has taken over several Indian cities, and the tools we use to battle it are in turn making things worse. The Warm Night crisis and Urban Heat Island (UHI) effect are together affectig sleep and causing health issues. Here are some ways to withstand the conditions.

AI boom could make data centres consume one-third of commercial electricity by 2050: EIA

The report estimated that electricity consumption by servers alone could rise to between 446 billion kilowatt-hours (BkWh) and 818 billion BkWh by 2050 under various scenarios. The upper-end projection assumes a more rapid increase in server power demand and installed server capacity.

Moving forward at 100: How Dr Subhash Chandra shared Essel Group’s vision through poetry

Marking Essel Group’s historic centenary, Chairman Dr Subhash Chandra shared a vision of resilience through the poem ‘Charaiveti Charaiveti,’ voiced by Amitabh Bachchan.

Mohammad Amir obtains UK passport; is IPL registration next for former Pakistan pacer?

Former Pakistan pacer Mohammad Amir has officially obtained British citizenship and a UK passport. Find out how this development bypasses the IPL's geopolitical ban on Pakistani players, drawing a direct parallel to Azhar Mahmood.

'No cosmetic permitted as injection under law': India drug regulator CDSCO issues strict warning

According to the regulator, cosmetics are legally defined under the Drugs and Cosmetics Act, 1940 as substances intended to be “rubbed, poured, sprinkled or sprayed” on the human body for cleansing, beautifying, promoting attractiveness, or altering appearance.

Telangana Launches ‘Women’s Week’ With Big Push For Female Entrepreneurs

Telangana will observe a special ‘Women’s Week’ from May 25 to 31, focusing on financial empowerment, entrepreneurship and women-led public initiatives. The state government is set to launch programmes supporting female entrepreneurs in Hyderabad, while 450 women-operated RTC buses are expected to become a major highlight of the campaign. The initiative aims to encourage greater participation of women in business, transport and economic development across the state.

Kerala’s New UDF Government Unveils Cabinet Portfolios After Decade

Kerala’s newly elected Congress-led UDF government has officially announced portfolios for its 21-member cabinet after approval from Governor Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar. Chief Minister V. D. Satheesan has retained key departments including Finance and Law. The portfolio allocation marks a major political shift in the state as the UDF returns to power after nearly a decade, setting the stage for a new governance agenda in Kerala.

Delhi Heatwave: Capital reports first severe heatstroke case this summer, youth hospitalised in RML Hospital

Delhi has recorded its first severe heatstroke case of the season after a 24-year-old student collapsed on a train and was rushed to RML Hospital in an unconscious state.

No vetting for former Prince Andrew before trade envoy role, UK govt documents reveal

The UK government found no evidence that Prince Andrew underwent vetting before his 2001 trade envoy appointment, which released papers show was backed by Queen Elizabeth II. He resigned in 2011 and was recently arrested in February 2026 amid ties to the Epstein scandal.

Indian creators at Cannes 2026: Sufi Motiwala, Nidhi Kumar, Ishita Mangal and others steal the spotlight on the global red carpet
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Indian digital creators made a strong impact at Cannes 2026. Their appearances highlighted the journey from creating content on mobile phones to being photographed by the paparazzi at a global event. From Sufi Motiwala to Nidhi Kumar, scroll down to take a look at the list.

'US to invest $2 billion in quantum firms': What it means for tech and global competition

The United States government is set to invest $2 billion in quantum computing companies, including IBM, as part of a broader strategy to strengthen its position in advanced technologies.

Manuel Neuer earns surprise call up to Germany’s 26-man FIFA World Cup squad

Manuel Neuer makes a shock international comeback as Julian Nagelsmann names Germany's official 26-man FIFA World Cup squad. See the full Group E roster, warm-up schedules, and key inclusions.

Tamil Nadu Cabinet Expansion 2026: Congress Party Returns To Tamil Nadu Cabinet After 59 Years

TVK and Congress MLAs take oath as Tamil Nadu Ministers in the presence of CM Vijay and Governor Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar. The CM has recommended to induct 23 MLAs into the Council of Ministers and the state Governor approved the recommendation made by the Chief Minister to appoint them as Ministers.

‘Unpaid PR team’: Pritam breaks silence on Cocktail 2 song Mashooqa plagiarism allegations

Music composer Pritam has hit back at the allegation, saying that Mashooqa of Cocktail 2 is a plagiarised version. Here's what he has said.

The Coney Island murders: What happened on the night of Sep 12, 2022?

The woman took her three children to Coney Island on the night of September 12, 2022 and drowned them. She started walking around as the family called 911 and police officials launched a search operation. The kids were discovered unresponsive on the Coney Island shoreline.

Who Is Vanessa Trump? Former model and Donald Trump Jr ex-wife diagnosed with breast cancer

Vanessa Trump has revealed that she has been diagnosed with breast cancer and is currently undergoing treatment. The former wife of Donald Trump Jr shared the update on social media, receiving support from family members including Ivanka Trump.

Air France, Airbus found guilty of manslaughter 17 years after flight 447 crash

In a landmark reversal, a Paris appeals court finds Air France and Airbus guilty of corporate manslaughter over the 2009 Flight AF447 crash that killed 228 people.