A fire in a Delhi residential building resulted in nine deaths, with central locking systems and iron grills hindering escape efforts. The fire, suspected to have been triggered by an air-conditioner blast, trapped residents and complicated rescue operations.
Manchester United secured a dramatic 3-2 Premier League victory over Liverpool, clinching their return to the Champions League after a two-year absence, thanks to a late goal from Kobbie Mainoo.
A Special Investigation Team (SIT) has been formed to investigate the rape and murder of a four-year-old girl in the Pune district of Maharashtra, following widespread outrage over the heinous crime.
Aditya Kripalani's Main Actor Nahin Hoon, starring Nawazuddin Siddiqui and Chitrangada Satarupa, turns 'acting lessons' into an emotional battlefield of loneliness, ego and vulnerability.
The Congress-led UDF has swept back to power in Kerala, sparking celebrations and discussions about forming the new government. Senior leaders are vying for the Chief Minister's post, while the defeated CPI(M)-led LDF grapples with the reasons for their loss after 10 years in power.
Royal Challengers Bengaluru will aim to rediscover their batting form after a recent collapse as they face Lucknow Super Giants in an IPL match. RCB, currently second in the standings, need to regroup after a defeat against Gujarat Titans, while LSG are struggling at the bottom after losing their last six matches.
India will face Chinese Taipei in the quarterfinals of the Thomas Cup Finals, aiming to continue their quest for a second title. India progressed to the quarterfinals after finishing second in Group A. Chinese Taipei, led by world No. 6 Chou Tien Chen, topped Group C.
India's AFC U17 Women's Asian Cup campaign began with a 0-2 defeat against Australia, marking their return to the competition after 21 years. Theodora Mouithys and an own goal secured the win for Australia.
From the financial year 2025-2026, the government has introduced a new column in the tax return form for presumptive taxpayers, requiring them to disclose their year-end investments. This requirement was not present last year.
Former India cricketer Robin Uthappa has said former champions Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) are not serious contenders for the IPL title this season, despite having an ultra-aggressive batting lineup.
The highly-anticipated Drishyam 3 teaser has dropped, promising a gripping continuation of Georgekutty's relentless battle to safeguard his family, with Mohanlal returning to face new, unseen threats.
Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma announced the state's focus on improving girls' education through infrastructure development and quality education initiatives. The government is also prioritising development in sectors like power and water, and aims to generate jobs in both the private and public sectors.
Marta Kostyuk defeated Mirra Andreeva in straight sets to win the Madrid Open title, marking her third singles title.
The Michael Jackson biopic, Michael, has made an explosive debut at the worldwide box office, setting new records for the highest opening weekend for a music biopic.
'What we are witnessing is a massive anti-incumbency wave that has cut across all social and political divides.'
Cameron Young leads the Cadillac Championship, while Indian golfers Akshay Bhatia and Sudarshan Yellamaraju faced challenges in the second round.
Marta Kostyuk defeated Mirra Andreeva in straight sets to win the Madrid Open title, marking her third singles title.
If current trends persist, the Congress risks becoming increasingly regionally concentrated, dependent on a handful of states rather than functioning as a truly pan-India political force.
'Shah Rukh Sir gave us a lot of room to make the film we wanted to make.'
Sun Pharmaceutical Industries' acquisition of US-based Organon & Co. for $11.75 billion, the largest overseas acquisition by an Indian pharma company, has been met with mixed reactions from brokerages, who see strategic entry into women's health and biosimilars but also flag potential integration challenges and debt concerns.
Lando Norris secured pole position for the Miami Grand Prix sprint race, outperforming Kimi Antonelli and Oscar Piastri. This victory marks a significant upgrade for McLaren, boosting their confidence for the main race.
Top tennis players, including Aryna Sabalenka and Coco Gauff, are considering a boycott of Grand Slam tournaments if they don't receive a larger share of the revenue. They are also seeking better representation, health options, and pensions.
'If the Opposition associates itself too much with the minorities, then it becomes easy for the BJP to get Hindu consolidation votes.'
'Among the leaders whose names are going around, V D Satheesan is the leader who will fit this kind of situation.'
Mirra Andreeva overcame a late challenge from Hailey Baptiste to win their semi-final match and advance to the Madrid Open final.
Kimi Antonelli, the Italian teenager, secured his third consecutive Formula One victory at the Miami Grand Prix, extending his championship lead. The race saw dramatic moments, including a safety car deployment and penalties for top drivers.
Punjab Kings looked unstoppable after seven straight wins, but three defeats on the bounce have flipped the mood.
The TVK has ended the nearly six-decade dominance of DMK and AIADMK in the Tamil Nadu Assembly elections, securing 108 out of 234 constituencies in its debut, but falls short of the 118 seats needed for an absolute majority, prompting discussions on coalition options and the governor's role.
India's Lakshya Sen will miss the Thomas Cup semifinal against France due to a swollen elbow sustained during the quarterfinal match. Ayush Shetty will replace him in the opening singles.
'Looking at the situation purely on its Constitutional merits, the governor's conduct is defensible.' 'He is saying: You do not have a majority, so prove it. That is not an unreasonable position even if the timing and the political context make it deeply controversial.'
The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) has announced a 30-hour water supply shutdown across parts of Mumbai between May 5 and May 6, 2026, for essential water tunnel connection and maintenance.
Skipper Shubman Gill and Jos Buttler played useful knocks to help Gujarat Titans chase down defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru's modest total, securing a four-wicket win in their Indian Premier League match in Ahmedabad on Thursday.
Sporting Club Delhi and Punjab FC played out a goalless draw in their Indian Super League match, with both sides failing to convert their chances.
Punjab Police have arrested another individual, Gurjinder Singh, in connection with the freight corridor railway track blast in Shambhu, Patiala. He is a key associate of a man who died while attempting to detonate explosives on the track. The arrest has revealed links between multiple terror acts and a pro-Khalistan terror module backed by Pakistan's ISI.
Indian archery faces poor planning and the absence of a full-time foreign coach as they prepare for the World Cup Stage 2 in Shanghai, raising concerns ahead of the Asian Games.
Lucknow Super Giants' bowling coach Bharat Arun believes Rishabh Pant is close to regaining his top form, dismissing concerns about his hefty price tag affecting his performance.
Ian Bishop and Abhinav Mukund question the legality of Jason Holder's catch to dismiss Rajat Patidar, saying there was enough evidence to rule it not out.
What lessons opposition parties need to learn post defeat of Mamata Banerjee in West Bengal elections? The election saw spectacular victor of BJP which rose from 3 seats in 2016 to 206 seats in 2026 assembly elections.
Delhi Capitals and Chennai Super Kings, both with eight points from nine games, face off in a crucial IPL match in Delhi. Both teams need a win to stay in contention for the playoffs.
'We are targeting a 2.5x to 3x increase in valuation by FY31.'
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