The Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium pitch in New Chandigarh for Punjab Kings vs Rajasthan Royals offers a balanced contest. Pacers may get early seam and bounce, but conditions ease for batting as the game progresses. The quick outfield supports scoring, with 175–190 being a competitive first-innings total in IPL 2026.
Vivo X Fold 5 is now available at a discount of ₹16,000 on Flipkart in India as part of a limited-time bank offer. The foldable smartphone originally launched at a premium price, but buyers can now save through credit card deals and exchange bonuses, making the high-end device slightly more affordable for shoppers.
The Supreme Court clarified that the 9-judge bench is not examining individual temple practices like animal sacrifice or Tantrism during the Sabarimala review. The remark came after a plea cited Kamakhya Temple customs. CJI Surya Kant questioned the relevance of such arguments and directed the lawyer to focus on constitutional issues under Articles 25 and […]
Indian markets ended lower on Monday as rising Brent crude, driven by US-Iran peace uncertainty, weighed on sentiment. Sensex fell 417 points and Nifty slipped below 24,000. Broader markets gained, while banking stocks lagged. Oil & gas and metals outperformed. Investors also awaited multiple Q4 earnings from major companies across sectors.
Amit Shah said India’s agencies are pursuing a “zero tolerance” policy against narco syndicates after trafficker Mohammad Salim Dola was brought back from Türkiye. Arrested on an Interpol Red Notice, he was wanted in multiple cases. Shah credited coordinated global action by anti-narcotics agencies for dismantling drug cartels.
The BJP is heading for a sweeping victory in the Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation elections, leading in 95 of 190 seats, while Congress is ahead in 9 and AAP has not opened its account. 2 seats were won unopposed by BJP. The election covered 192 seats across 48 wards, with major parties contesting and leaders including […]
“Kartavya,” starring Saif Ali Khan and backed by SRK under Red Chillies Entertainment, is reportedly set for a Netflix release in May, with an official announcement expected soon. The investigative crime thriller follows police officer Pawan Malik as he probes a journalist’s murder, risking his family’s safety. Directed by Pulkit, it builds strong OTT buzz.
A viral meme claims the CIA collects fingerprints from ChatGPT palm-reading images, but this is exaggerated. The trend involves users sharing palm and face photos for AI analysis, raising real privacy concerns. Experts warn such images may expose biometric data, reflecting growing anxiety about how AI tools handle sensitive personal information online.
Google Wallet has introduced Aadhaar-based digital ID support in India, allowing users to store and verify identity without carrying physical documents. Built with UIDAI, it enables selective data sharing for privacy. The update also expands passport-based ID passes globally, offering secure, quick verification for services, travel, and online authentication.
Punjab Kings get a boost as Lockie Ferguson joins after missing seven games. Marcus Stoinis holds an edge over Yashasvi Jaiswal, dismissing him thrice. Probable XII: Prabhsimran Singh, Priyansh Arya, Cooper Connolly, Shreyas Iyer, Nehal Wadhera, Shashank Singh, Stoinis, Xavier Bartlett, Marco Jansen, Vijaykumar Vyshakh, and Yuzvendra Chahal.
“The Paradise,” starring Nani and directed by Srikanth Odela, has been generating buzz after a leaked glimpse impressed audiences, raising expectations. The film’s release is now locked for August 21, 2026. Meanwhile, reports suggest the second single may release on May 10, 2026, though no official confirmation has been made by the makers yet.
Six major fossil fuel companies are projected to earn about $2,967 every second, according to an Oxfam report. Their combined profits may reach $94 billion while households face rising energy bills. The study highlights growing inequality, as geopolitical tensions deepen the cost-of-living crisis.
Maharastra CM Devendra Fadnavis said the Mira Road stabbing suspect was self-radicalised and aimed to attack Hindus “in the name of jihad.” The 31-year-old, recently back from the US, injured two guards. Maharashtra Anti-Terrorism Squad and National Investigation Agency are probing possible wider links and motives behind the attack.
Kerala SSLC results will be announced on May 15, said General Education Minister V Sivankutty. Revaluation applications will open immediately, with results expected by the end of May. Higher Secondary and VHSE results will be out on May 22, while improvement results come on May 8 and first-year results on June 10. Action will be […]