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In all, a total of 17 persons from Dakhina Kannada have sought help of the Karnataka government to return from UAE, Qatar, and Saudi Arabia

In a Facebook post, Sudhakaran says he has not applied for membership scrutiny (an annual intra-party exercise) because he feels the CPI(M)’s State and district (Alappuzha) leadership has ‘spurned and ridiculed him’

It has seating capacity for 1,272 persons on the ground floor and 800 persons on the first floor, along with an administrative office and a VIP room

Ahead of their T20 World Cup semifinal, Indian cricketers sought blessings at Mumbai's Siddhivinayak Temple. Despite a challenging tournament run, the team showed resilience, boosted by Sanju Samson's stellar performance. Facing a strong England side, India's key players and spin attack will be crucial for success on a potentially difficult pitch.

India stood second only to China in the number of children with high BMI: 41 million high BMI; 14 million obesity, as per the World Obesity Atlas 2026

India’s equity market, valued at around $5 trillion, has trailed most major global peers since late 2024 due to slower profit growth and limited participation in artificial intelligence-linked stocks.

Amid escalating tensions following US-Israeli strikes on Iran and Tehran's retaliation, the United States has ordered non-emergency staff and family members to depart its consulates in Lahore and Karachi due to safety risks. Washington also authorized voluntary departures from diplomatic missions in Saudi Arabia, Cyprus, and Oman as a precautionary measure.

Middle East air travel is severely disrupted following joint US-Israeli strikes on Iran and subsequent missile attacks. Thousands are stranded, resorting to overland journeys and expensive last-minute flights. Expatriates in Dubai face uncertainty, with some companies relocating staff. Despite escalating tensions, daily life in parts of the UAE continues with an air of normalcy.

Sonowal said his Ministry is prepared to extend all necessary operational, diplomatic and humanitarian support to safeguard Indian vessels and personnel

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Israel has warned that any successor to Iran's Supreme Leader will be a target for elimination, vowing to crush the regime's capabilities. This declaration follows the reported killing of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei and the potential selection of his son, Mojtaba Khamenei, as his successor. The IDF is preparing for further actions amid ongoing airstrikes against Hezbollah and Iranian security sites.

Suspected persons were observed trying to sneak into this side from the Turkandi forward area around 4.15 a.m., prompting the army to open fire, the officials said

Chief Justice Manindra Mohan Shrivastava’s bench also orders that the postal items must be handed over to legal heirs present in the residence of the deceased until the DGPS takes a call

Petronet LNG shares plummeted nearly 12% after reports of Qatar declaring force majeure on natural gas supplies due to an Iranian drone strike. This production halt has led to significant supply cuts for Indian industries, impacting sectors reliant on gas imports. The disruption also affected other gas distributors and is driving up global energy prices.

Yash's 'Toxic' release is postponed by four months to June 4, 2026, due to Middle East tensions impacting global reach. Makers aim for a wider audience connection with this delay. Fans laud the decision, seeing it as a 'perfect move' that also avoids a box office clash with Ranveer Singh's 'Dhurandhar 2', allowing both films to thrive.

The FIR against Aga Ruhullah and Junaid Azim Matoo is egregiously unwarranted and unjust; must be withdrawn immediately, said Mehbooba Mufti

The ICC T20 World Cup 2026 has shattered viewership records in India, attracting over 500 million fans, the highest ever for the tournament. This milestone, celebrated by ICC chairman Jay Shah, highlights the event's global and accessible vision. Digital engagement also soared, with JioHotstar peaking at 60.5 million concurrent viewers as the tournament heads into its knockout stages.

According to local residents, the victim had gone to drive off an elephant that had entered his farm. However, as he did not return, they checked and found him lying on the ground with elephant footprints around him