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According to Trump, the naval blockade around Iran will remain in place despite the temporary suspension of Project Freedom

The Taiwanese town of Fenglin is promoting a slow-paced lifestyle through quirky snail races, aiming to attract tourists and emphasise sustainability, community living, and well-being after a 2024 earthquake impacted travel

The US attempt to reopen the Strait of Hormuz for commercial shipping has raised tensions with Iran, threatening a fragile ceasefire. While some vessels have transited safely, uncertainty remains over further escalation

Russian strikes on Ukraines power infrastructure killed at least five and injured dozens, even as Moscow announced a short truce. Volodymyr Zelenskyy criticised the move, calling it part of a pattern of ineffective ceasefire declarations

Familiar, a four-legged pet robot, is designed to engage with users through adaptive behaviour. Equipped with sensors, cameras, and microphones, it interprets surroundings in real time to evolve interactions and respond to human touch and actions

A significant share of the Indian National Congresss winning candidates in recent Assembly polls are Muslims, including 18 of 19 MLAs in Assam, several in Kerala, and both winners in West Bengal

Actor-turned-politician Vijay has staked claim to form the government after his party, Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam, emerged as the single largest in the Tamil Nadu Assembly with 108 seats, falling short of the 118 needed for a majority

S. Jaishankar said India and Jamaica have agreed to strengthen trade and investment ties, along with cooperation on mobility of skilled professionals like healthcare workers and teachers, following talks with Kamina Johnson Smith

European companies have teamed up to deploy humanoid robots in factory environments, aiming to automate tasks like machine tending, inspection, and operational support, boosting efficiency in manufacturing

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The US has deployed more than 15,000 personnel, along with naval warships and air assets, to establish a protected transit corridor and maintain freedom of navigation through the strait

A tigress was killed in a territorial clash in Dudhwa National Park, while a six-month-old tiger cub died of a rare viral disease at Sanjay Gandhi National Park. Officials said both incidents highlight ongoing wildlife conservation challenges

As of Tuesday, a total of 156 water tankers are supplying water to 92 villages and 36 smaller settlements across the region. The situation highlights the growing strain on water resources as temperatures continue to rise

AIMIM chief Asaduddin Owaisi urged Muslims to develop independent political leadership after recent poll results, criticising so-called secular parties for failing to counter the BJP. He also targeted Mamata Banerjee over alleged vote bank politics

Two people, including an eight-year-old boy, went missing after a boat capsized in the Mahi River in Rajasthans Banswara. Around 8-9 people swam to safety, while rescue teams, local divers and civil defence personnel launched a search operation for the missing duo

Himanta Biswa Sarma is set to meet Governor Lakshman Prasad Acharya and submit his resignation after NDAs landslide win in the Assam Assembly Elections. The alliance secured 102 of 126 seats, paving the way for formation of a new government

According to data released by the India Meteorological Department (IMD), dry and clear weather conditions prevailed across Maharashtra, pushing daytime temperatures above the 40-degree mark in several regions, particularly Vidarbha and Madhya Maharashtra

An IndiGo flight from Hyderabad to Chandigarh was evacuated after a passengers electronic device caught fire post-landing. Cabin crew swiftly contained the incident, and all passengers were safely escorted to the terminal with no injuries reported

Moderate to heavy rainfall accompanied by thunderstorms and gusty winds cooled several parts of Rajasthan, bringing down maximum temperatures by up to 6 degC below normal. Bhilwara, Churu and Shahpura recorded significant rainfall, while Barmer remained the hottest at 41.7 degC

Ethiopia and Sudan have accused each other of violating territory and supporting insurgent groups, escalating tensions amid Sudans ongoing civil war. Sudan alleged drone strikes launched from Ethiopian territory, while Ethiopia denied the claims and accused Sudan of backing anti-government forces

JLR India has reduced prices of UK-imported Range Rover SV and Range Rover Sport SV models by up to Rs 75 lakh in anticipation of the India-UK free trade agreement. The move reflects expected duty benefits, while prices of locally manufactured and non-UK models remain unchanged

TMC supremo Mamata Banerjee on Tuesday alleged that counting was deliberately slowed down and that the mandate in nearly 100 seats had been taken away

Donald Trump claimed Iran fired at a South Korean-linked vessel in the Strait of Hormuz and urged Seoul to join the US-led Project Freedom mission to secure the key global shipping route

The Associated Press has a won a Pulitzer award for its fearless report on global surveillance backed by the based Tech firms

The additional seat came after BJP candidate Piyush Kanodia defeated sitting two-term Trinamool Congress (TMC) legislator Tapash Chatterjee by a slender margin of 309 votes after a recount, pushing the party`s final tally from 206 to 207

Gujarats CID Crime has busted an interstate cyber fraud racket involving more than Rs 53 crore and 132 complaints nationwide, arresting 10 accused from Anand and Ahmedabad. Investigators say some mule accounts used in the scam were also linked to accused in the Baba Siddique murder case

According to the police officials, the accused allegedly gagged the child by stuffing a cloth into her mouth, which led to suffocation, the autopsy findings indicate death due to lack of oxygen

N Rangasamy is set to become Puducherry Chief Minister for the fifth time as the AINRC-led NDA secured a clear majority, while Congress won only one seat in the Assembly elections

Vietnamese President To Lam visited Bodh Gaya and offered prayers at the Mahabodhi Temple, marking a significant moment in his first visit to India after becoming president. His trip is expected to deepen India-Vietnam ties, with meetings scheduled with Prime Minister Narendra Modi and President Droupadi Murmu

At a meeting chaired by CM Devendra Fadnavis, the cabinet cleared the upgradation of five primary ashram schools to secondary level and 19 secondary ashram schools to higher secondary (junior college) level. These institutions are run by voluntary organisations under the tribal development department

Stalins resignation came in the wake of a significant electoral setback for the DMK-led Secular Progressive Alliance (SPA) in the recently concluded assembly elections. Sources said the resignation letter was submitted to the Governor shortly after the results made it clear that the alliance had fallen well short of the majority mark

The strike, called by the Kerala Hotel and Restaurant Association, will also see suspension of online food delivery services. Protest marches and dharnas will be held across the state, including a key demonstration in front of the Indian Oil Corporation office in Ernakulam

BJP leader Nitin Nabin said West Bengals culture and traditions will move forward under Prime Minister Narendra Modis leadership after the partys sweeping victory in the state. He said the mandate reflected peoples aspirations for development, peace and prosperity

Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann met President Droupadi Murmu to discuss the defection of six AAP Rajya Sabha MPs who recently joined the BJP, calling it a matter concerning the states interests

Uttarakhand CM Pushkar Singh Dhami termed the BJPs Bengal win a reflection of peoples aspirations for development, crediting Narendra Modi and the double-engine governance model for the shift

Police have registered a case against the accused, identified as Mahesh Vishnu Somase, in connection with the incident that occurred in Lahamewadi village in Majalgaon tehsil on May 2, an official said

After the meeting, Mann said he had submitted a formal representation, backed by signatures of all AAP MLAs in Punjab, demanding that the six MPs be disqualified.

The BJP-led government in West Bengal will take oath on May 9 (Saturday) on the birth anniversary of Nobel laureate Rabindranath Tagore. Party chief Samik Bhattacharya called it a historic day for the state and appealed for responsible celebrations after the massive 2026 election victory

After the meeting, Chadha told reporters that the delegation had presented multiple instances of alleged intimidation and coercion faced by former AAP MPs following their decision to switch parties

Despite the harsh weather, the enthusiasm among devotees remains high, with a large number of pilgrims continuing their trek on foot to seek the blessings of Baba Kedar

India reiterated its stance in favour of diplomacy, stating that it continues to stand for dialogue and diplomacy to restore peace and stability across West Asia

Indian journalists Anand RK and Suparna Sharma have won the prestigious Pulitzer Prize in the Illustrated Reporting and Commentary category for their work on digital surveillance and cyber fraud

Acting on a tip-off about drug trafficking activities, police conducted a raid at a flat in a building in the Pandit Pada area of Saphala on Sunday, District Superintendent of Police Yatish Deshmukh said

While acknowledging a major win in Kerala, Tharoor admitted that the party needs to reassess its strategy after setbacks elsewhere

According to Iranian state media reports, the vessels hit during the operation were not linked to the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC), as claimed by Washington

The victim, identified as Rinku Bheel, a Class 3 student from Alkodia village under the Talera police jurisdiction, had stepped out of her home early in the morning when the attack occurred

The newly confirmed case involved a Dutch female passenger who died on April 27, according to the cruise operator. This marks the second confirmed hantavirus infection on board the vessel

The UAE Ministry of Defense said its air defence systems engaged 12 ballistic missiles, 3 cruise missiles, and 4 unmanned aerial vehicles launched from Iran. The ministry reported that the attack resulted in three moderate injuries