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The IPL 2026 final has been moved from Bengaluru's M Chinnaswamy Stadium to Ahmedabad's Narendra Modi Stadium due to operational and logistical issues with the local association. This marks Ahmedabad's fourth final in five seasons. Previously, Ahmedabad hosted in 2022 and 2025, with scheduling and weather concerns influencing those decisions as well.

Ancient Kenyan fossils reveal early humans employed a dynamic strategy for meat acquisition, blending hunting with opportunistic scavenging. Evidence of tool marks on bones, alongside predator tooth marks, suggests a sophisticated approach to accessing carcasses. This adaptable foraging, including marrow extraction and meat transport, was crucial for survival and brain development, moving beyond the simple hunter-scavenger debate.

A shocking incident unfolded in Proddatur, Andhra Pradesh, where a husband allegedly murdered his wife by poisoning her. Driven by marital discord and an extramarital affair, the man reportedly purchased a potent substance online from a YouTuber for a hefty sum.

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi, questioning the BJP MPs’ legitimacy, claimed that every sixth BJP MP in the Lok Sabha won through ‘vote chori’, and also labelled them ‘ghuspethiya’

Following the explosion, a team of forensic and bomb disposal squads visited the site to collect samples, and the investigation is underway; “the mall bomb blasts that have occurred are part of the BJP’s election preparations in Punjab, CM Mann said

The announcement by All India Congress Committee’s (AICC) Tamil Nadu in-charge Girish Chodankar further said that the alliance between the TVK and the Congress would continue for the upcoming local body elections, as well as Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha polls

National Highways Authority of India warns motorists about new barrier-less tolling systems in Rajasthan and Telangana. Vehicles passing without stopping are tracked via LiDAR and FASTag. Failure to pay within 72 hours of an e-Notice results in double the original toll. Users can check and settle dues on the official portal.

Sanjay Manjrekar urges Sanju Samson to emulate Virat Kohli's fitness dedication for sustained success. Despite Samson's stellar IPL 2026 season with two centuries and over 400 runs for CSK, Manjrekar believes the 31-year-old wicketkeeper-batter can enhance his physical conditioning. He highlighted Kohli's longevity, attributing it to prioritizing fitness to complement his skills and prevent physical limitations.

AI tools from the likes of ⁠Anthropic are seen as potential existential threats to traditional software makers

Pinarayi Vijayan rose from a grassroots CPI(M) worker in Kannur to become one of Kerala’s most influential and longest-serving Left leaders.

A bouncer fatally shot his two sisters-in-law in Raipur following a domestic dispute over his child. The accused, Jitendra Verma, went to his in-laws' home in an inebriated state after his wife left with their child. He surrendered to the police after the incident.

Twin explosions in Punjab's Jalandhar and Amritsar have sparked political debate, with former Union minister Farooq Abdullah downplaying the incidents and Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann accusing the BJP of fear-mongering. The NIA is assisting in the investigation of the blasts, which caused property damage but no casualties.

A 26-year-old man has been arrested for allegedly sexually assaulting an 11-year-old girl in Bareilly, who later died by suicide. The post-mortem report confirmed sexual assault and multiple injuries. The accused allegedly lured the minor and assaulted her, leading to her distress and subsequent death.

IPL 2026's playoff race is heating up, with home advantage proving crucial. Top teams like Punjab Kings and Royal Challengers Bengaluru are leveraging their home grounds to secure vital points. Meanwhile, teams in the bottom half are struggling significantly at home, making their playoff aspirations increasingly difficult as the league stage concludes.

The National Investigation Agency is investigating two recent explosions in Punjab, with teams dispatched to Jalandhar and Amritsar. These incidents, occurring within hours of each other, have raised security concerns and drawn sharp political criticism regarding the state's law and order situation.

The 2026 Indian Premier League final is scheduled for May 31 at Ahmedabad's Narendra Modi Stadium, deviating from the tradition of hosting it at the reigning champions' home ground. Playoffs are slated for May 26, 27, and 29, with matches to be held in Mullanpur and Dharamsala.

Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang declared America a priority for advanced chip sales, stating China should not have access to the "latest and greatest" AI technology. However, he urged the US not to abandon the Chinese market entirely, arguing that global sales and increased tax revenues strengthen American economic and national security.

Sobhandeb Chattopadhyay made history by winning the Ballygunge seat, becoming the only Bengal MLA to serve a 10th consecutive term. Despite his party's defeat, the 82-year-old Trinamool leader secured a significant victory, attributing his success to voter acceptance and vowing to fulfill his commitments.

Actor Vijay's Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam narrowly missed a majority, losing 12 seats by under 2,000 votes, including one by just 285 votes. Despite these close calls, TVK secured significant victories, with some margins exceeding 60,000 votes, demonstrating a strong debut performance.