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Tristan Stubbs (60) kept Delhi Capitals in the chase with a half-century.

Ranveer Singh's spy drama 'Dhurandhar: The Revenge' has achieved remarkable box office success, nearing Rs 1,070 crore in India net collections. The film experienced a significant surge of over 90% on its 24th day, pushing its worldwide business towards Rs 1,700 crore.

Sanju Samson ended his early-season slump with a match-winning unbeaten 115 for Chennai Super Kings against Delhi Capitals. His century, coupled with Ayush Mhatre's 59, powered CSK to 212 and secured their first win of IPL 2026. Samson expressed gratitude for the team's trust and support after the crucial performance.

Over 2 crore new voters joined electoral rolls across 12 states and UTs during intensive revision, while nearly 5.2 crore names were deleted. This purification process, aimed at ensuring accurate voter lists and preventing bogus voting, resulted in 45.8 crore electors remaining. Andaman & Nicobar Islands and Uttar Pradesh saw the highest purification percentages.

Prime Minister Modi has urged all party floor leaders to support the unanimous passage of women's reservation bills next week, aiming for implementation by the 2029 elections. The government seeks to enact the Nari Shakti Vandan Adhiniyam, which will reserve one-third of Lok Sabha and assembly seats for women.

Donald Trump asserted US military dominance over Iran, claiming to have dismantled its capabilities and warning China against supplying weapons. Despite ongoing peace talks mediated by Pakistan, Trump declared victory regardless of a deal, emphasizing America's win and control over key shipping routes.

A senior advocate from Hyderabad, B Srinivasa Rao, tragically died when a fly ash tanker overturned onto his car at the Keesara toll plaza. The tanker reportedly lost control due to brake failure, crushing the BMW. Rescue operations were challenging due to the severe impact.

A 77-year-old woman, Mina Jalal, passed away before her name was cleared by the EC for voter registration, an irony as she had voted previously. Her husband and son were excluded from the voter list after adjudication, while other family members qualified. The family, residing in Kolkata for decades, faces harassment and lack of transparency from the EC.

West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee alleged attempts to cancel her Bhowanipore nomination through "false affidavits" filed by "traitors." Two objections, including a name mismatch and allegations of old criminal cases, were rejected. A third issue regarding ballot logistics was also resolved, ensuring her name remained on the first EVM.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Opposition leader Rahul Gandhi shared a rare moment of pleasantries and a brief chat at a recent event, sparking interest. Gandhi's presence at the commemorative program for Jyotirao Phule, where he greeted the PM, was noteworthy.

Starlink satellite 34343 experienced an anomaly, leading to a loss of communication. While Starlink cited an "anomaly," space tech firm LeoLabs reported a "fragment creation event" generating multiple objects. This incident mirrors a similar event with Starlink satellite 35956 in 2025, highlighting ongoing space safety concerns.

Rajasthan Royals manager Romi Bhinder was seen using a phone in the dugout during an IPL match, violating PMOA rules that ban such use outside the dressing room. The incident, noticed during the chase, has drawn scrutiny, with potential action from officials. IPL authorities stress strict phone-use guidelines to prevent corruption risks, and an investigation may follow.

A 23-year-old woman died and her mother is in critical condition after a jilted lover allegedly threw acid on them while they slept. The accused, who had a relationship with the victim, reportedly conspired with an associate to carry out the attack after her marriage was fixed elsewhere. Police have arrested two individuals in connection with the incident.

Urdu-speaking Assembly constituencies in Uttar Pradesh, many with significant Muslim populations, have shown lower voter deletion rates and slightly higher addition rates compared to the state average. These 46 constituencies saw 26.33 lakh deletions and added 11.79 lakh voters during the recent revision period.

In an unprecedented move, the Election Commission has transferred 59 Kolkata police officers, including joint commissioners and DCPs, following recent political clashes. This marks the ninth mass transfer, bringing the total to 542 officers since March 16. Key positions in crime, headquarters, and intelligence have seen new appointments, aiming to ensure fair conduct during the general election.

In a devastating accident on National Highway-31 in Katihar district, Bihar, a bus and van collided head-on, resulting in the loss of 13 lives and injuring 22 others. The van was transporting members of the tribal community back from Jharkhand when it was hit by a bus driven by an alleged drunk driver.

A Cambodian teenager, Thuch Salik, gained global fame for his remarkable ability to converse in over a dozen languages while selling postcards at Angkor Wat. This viral talent led to a life-changing scholarship in China, offering him formal education and a brighter future. His story highlights the transformative power of opportunity and resilience.

The United States and Iran have commenced direct negotiations in Pakistan following a fragile ceasefire, marking a rare face-to-face engagement. Discussions are reportedly making headway, particularly on developments in Lebanon. Key issues on the table include Iran's nuclear program, ballistic missiles, regional influence, and control over the Strait of Hormuz.

Nashik police have arrested seven individuals, including an HR officer, in connection with nine sexual harassment cases at an IT firm. Six male suspects, currently in judicial custody, will be transferred for interrogation in other registered cases on Monday. Authorities are actively searching for a female employee who remains at large since the initial complaint.