Times of India

The successive hikes come after an extended period during which retail fuel prices remained unchanged, despite higher global crude prices, shrinking refining margins, and weakness in the rupee significantly increasing import costs.

Rishabh Pant's emotional thank you to fans after Lucknow Super Giants' disastrous IPL 2026 campaign has gone viral amid leadership change speculation. The team's bottom-place finish and Pant's struggles with captaincy and batting have intensified scrutiny, with the franchise reportedly considering major decisions.

The Andhra Pradesh State Council of Higher Education (APSCHE) has released the provisional AP EAMCET 2026 answer key and response sheets on its official website. Candidates can raise objections to the provisional key until May 27, 2026, with a fee of Rs 300 per question. The final answer key and results are expected by June 1, 2026.

Liam Neeson, a symbol of resilience, transformed from theatre stages to global stardom, embodying a profound philosophy of perseverance. His journey, marked by critical acclaim and personal tragedy, highlights the power of picking oneself up after rejection. Neeson's enduring mindset, forged through years of struggle, offers a timeless lesson on navigating life's inevitable setbacks and embracing unexpected opportunities.

OpenAI CEO Sam Altman expressed skepticism about the practicality of orbital data centers, suggesting underwater infrastructure might be more feasible. This comes as Elon Musk's SpaceX and Google reportedly explore space-based computing projects, driven by the surging demand for AI infrastructure and the strain on traditional data centers.

David Warner claimed Sunrisers Hyderabad still has him blocked on Instagram, replying to a fan, “They would never unblock me.” The exchange revived memories of Warner’s bitter exit from SRH in 2021 after being removed as captain and dropped from the team. Despite the fallout, Warner remains one of SRH’s greatest players, leading them to the 2016 IPL title.

Cricket Australia has publicly backed its veteran pace trio for the 2027 ODI World Cup, prioritising experience despite fitness concerns. In stark contrast, Team India faces uncertainty regarding Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, and Ravindra Jadeja's futures, hinting at a significant transition phase for the national team as the next World Cup looms.

The World Health Organization's Kyiv office sustained damage from debris during recent Russian strikes, prompting the WHO Director-General to renew calls for a ceasefire. The building, housing multiple UN agencies, saw shattered windows but no injuries. These attacks, which killed at least four civilians and injured others, follow Moscow's vow of retaliation for Ukrainian strikes.

Russia unleashed a fierce assault on Kyiv, deploying the nuclear-capable Oreshnik hypersonic missile alongside numerous drones and other advanced weaponry. This escalation followed Moscow's accusations of Ukrainian strikes on a student dormitory, which Kyiv denied.

On Sunday, the Gujarat Titans trained with full intensity ahead of their Qualifier 1 against Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) at the Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association (HPCA) Stadium in Dharamsala. Captain Shubman Gill and pacer Kagiso Rabada were notable absentees from the three-hour training session.

The Indian rupee opened stronger against the US dollar, gaining 40 paise to 95.20 in early trade, buoyed by optimism over a potential US-Iran peace deal. Positive sentiment was further fueled by progress in US-India trade agreement discussions, with the dollar index also declining.

Five-time champions Chennai Super Kings missed the IPL playoffs for the third consecutive season after a disappointing 2026 campaign. Injuries, an underperforming overseas contingent, and a lack of consistent rhythm plagued the team this year. Despite individual bright spots, CSK face a significant tactical reset to regain their championship form.

Aaradhya Bachchan's sweet reaction to seeing her mother, Aishwarya Rai Bachchan, interact with fans at Cannes has gone viral. The mother-daughter duo also made a stylish red carpet appearance, with Aaradhya in a satin ensemble and Aishwarya stunning in a pink gown. Aishwarya's fashion choices throughout the festival have been a major talking point.

Hundreds of inmates took control of a prison in western Venezuela on Sunday, claiming they were tortured and demanding its director be fired. "They are suffering because they are beating them terribly, torturing them, pouring cold water on them, electrocuting them, setting them on fire, mistreating them terribly," she said outside the prison.