Times of India

Aam Aadmi Party secured a significant victory in Punjab's urban local body elections, prompting AAP chief Arvind Kejriwal to declare the "ED party" (BJP) wiped out. Kejriwal accused the BJP of harassing traders, stating people had taken revenge.

Indian stock markets experienced a significant downturn on Friday. Investor wealth saw a substantial decline of Rs 5.77 lakh crore. Benchmark indices, Sensex and Nifty50, plunged sharply in the final trading hour. Concerns over a weaker monsoon outlook and geopolitical uncertainty fueled the sell-off. Broad-based selling pressure was observed across various sectors.

An Instagram influencer attempted suicide after accusing her former fiancé of online harassment and defamation, including sharing intimate videos. The fiancé's legal team denies the allegations, claiming the influencer was not legally divorced and had defrauded his client. Both parties have filed police complaints against each other.

Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) prices have increased by Rs 2 per kg in the Mumbai Metropolitan Region, taking the new rate to Rs 86 per kg. Piped cooking gas will also see a 50 paise per unit hike. This rise is attributed to global energy supply chain disruptions and increased procurement costs.

Outgoing Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah met with Congress leaders in Delhi, fulfilling his promise to resign and paving the way for a transition. He reportedly sought cabinet berths for his son and loyalists, while the party prepares for a state unit reorganization where he is expected to play a key role.

Rishabh Pant has stepped down as Lucknow Super Giants captain after two disappointing IPL seasons. Bought for a record Rs 27 crore, Pant's tenure saw LSG finish bottom in IPL 2026, extending their playoff drought. His individual form also struggled to justify the hefty price tag, impacting his national team prospects.

A 16-year-old student was found dead in a Lucknow hostel, with police investigating after her family allegedly tried to move the body for cremation without informing authorities. A note reading “I quit” was found in her room, considered a potential suicide note. The post-mortem and forensic reports are awaited.

Amazon founder Jeff Bezos has endorsed New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani's new government efficiency initiative, COGE. This comes after their public disagreement on taxing the wealthy. Bezos, who previously criticized city spending, now supports Mamdani's plan to make government work smarter, suggesting savings could benefit lower earners.

From childhood declarations of destiny to early electoral setbacks, D K Shivakumar's political journey is marked by a relentless drive to lead. Repeated denials in school only fueled his determination, teaching him to strategize and ensure victory, even from behind the scenes. This resilience and ability to absorb opponents became foundational to his rise.

Russia is investing billions in a state-backed initiative focused on longevity, exploring gene therapy, organ printing, and cryotherapy. This ambition, fueled by President Putin's personal fascination with extending life and power, aims to overcome aging. Despite bold claims, critics question the scientific validity, while Russia grapples with low life expectancy.

American scientist Gary Marcus has hit back at Oracle founder Larry Ellison's claim that AI models like ChatGPT, Gemini, Grok, and Llama are commoditised because they train on the same public data. Marcus says he warned of this exact "no moat" problem two years ago, predicting price wars and weak differentiation. He argues Silicon Valley's refusal to listen will cost the industry billions.

AP SBTET Diploma Results 2026: The AP SBTET has released the 2026 diploma examination results for C23, C20, C16, C14 engineering schemes and ER-91, ER-2020 pharmacy regulations on May 29. Students can access provisional marksheets online through the official AP SBTET portal and other education websites using their PIN or Hall Ticket number. The results cover multiple semesters, including supplementary exams. The board will soon issue original marks memos and announce details regarding recounting and re-verification procedures.

Mediators are facilitating fresh US-Iran negotiations on a draft memorandum aimed at ending the ongoing conflict. The proposed agreement includes a multi-billion dollar reconstruction package for Iran's economy and a temporary non-aggression arrangement, with nuclear talks deferred to a later phase.

Iran's threats to close the Strait of Hormuz with kamikaze boats pose a major global shipping risk. Despite US efforts to neutralize Iran's navy, its small, fast, and hard-to-target mosquito boats, armed with rockets and missiles, remain a significant menace.

Four passengers with confirmed tickets were forced to stand on the LTT-Patna Express after their berths were occupied by strangers. Despite attempts to find officials and lodge complaints, they received no assistance. A consumer court has now ordered Indian Railways to pay Rs 20,000 compensation, ticket refund, and litigation costs for the deficiency in service.