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Indian equity benchmarks continued their decline for a second session on Tuesday morning, with the Sensex falling as much as 474 points (0.62 percent) to an intraday low of 75,541. The Nifty also traded lower, dropping 126 points (0.53 percent) to 23,689.

Under the revised framework, deepwater blocks will pay 5% royalty for the first seven years of commercial production and 10% thereafter. Ultra-deepwater blocks will enjoy zero royalty for the first seven years, followed by a 5% levy from the eighth year onward.

Drone strikes were also reported in North and South Darfur. The UN Human Rights Office said drone attacks caused at least 880 deaths between January and April this year, accounting for over 80 per cent of conflict-related civilian fatalities in Sudan.

Priyanka Chopra Jonas was among the many Asian stars honoured at the Gold House Gala 2026. The actor opted for a two-decade-old Amit Aggarwal chikankari saree, styled in collaboration with celebrity stylist Ami Patel. She completed her glamorous look with a statement Bvlgari necklace.

Bhumi Pednekar's part might be scrapped from 'The Royals' season 2 after the show and actress faced massive criticism and trolling.

L'Oral Paris shared a reel on IG that shows posters of global brand ambassadors Alia Bhatt, Viola Davis, and Helen Mirren, among others, displayed at the Htel Martinez ahead of the Cannes Film Festival. However, there was not a single poster of Aishwarya Rai Bachchan, which left fans fuming.

PM Modi and Amit Shah will attend the swearing-in ceremony of Chief Minister-designate Himanta Biswa Sarma on May 12 in Assam. Tight security arrangements have been put in place, while thousands of BJP workers are expected to attend

Prime Minister Narendra Modi urged government, private and aided schools across the country to conduct classes online amid concerns over the economic impact of the ongoing Iran-US war and rising crude oil prices.

Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas on Monday assured no fuel shortage amid global energy supply disruptions, saying crude inventories stable and refineries operating optimally, Sujata Sharma said. LPG deliveries exceeded bookings, with strong petrol, diesel supply.

The flight arriving from Istanbul was carrying 288 people when sparks and flames were noticed in the rear landing gear around 6:35 a.m. Emergency response teams quickly reached the site and brought the fire under control using fire engines, while passengers were evacuated through emergency exits.

Diljit Dosanjh has responded to the controversy surrounding banners and flags at his recent concert in Calgary, clarifying that he never objected to any specific flag or banner, but to attempts to disrupt the event and harass his fans.

Speculation about Hardik Pandya unfollowing Mumbai Indians on Instagram sparked rumours of a fallout after MI's IPL 2026 playoff exit. However, reports clarified it was likely a temporary glitch, as the account reappeared within minutes.

IAF's Surya Kiran Aerobatic Team (SKAT) performed a special air show over the Somnath Temple. The event took place in the presence of PM Modi, who also participated in religious rituals including Kumbhabhishek, Dhwaj Puja and Maha Puja.

At the closing bell, the Nifty was down by 360.3 or 1.49 per cent at 23,815.85, and the Sensex ended 1312.91 points or 1.70 per cent lower at 76,015.28.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday participated in the Somnath Amrut Mahotsav marking 75 years since the reconstruction of the historic Somnath Temple, as BJP leaders praised his efforts to promote Sanatan culture and criticised previous Congress-led governments for allegedly neglecting India's cultural heritage.

Gold futures fell over 0.4 per cent during early trade, while silver futures gained modestly. Analysts attributed the pressure on gold to a stronger dollar and uncertainty after US President Donald Trump rejected Iran's response to a US-backed peace proposal.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday congratulated C. Joseph Vijay over a phone call after he took oath as the new Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu. According to sources, Modi extended warm wishes to Vijay and wished him a smooth and successful tenure

Zsolt Hegedus, known as Hungary's dancing politician, went viral again after performing on the steps of Parliament following the swearing-in of new Prime Minister Peter Magyar. Magyar's Tisza Party secured a landslide victory in Hungary's parliamentary elections, ending Viktor Orban's 16-year rule.

The Air India Group is projected to have posted losses exceeding Rs 22,000 crore in FY26, prompting measures such as withholding salary increments, reducing discretionary spending and cutting non-essential costs.

Sergey Nechayev said Russia has no intention of going to war with NATO or Germany, but warned that discussions around a joint European uclear shield could alter the strategic balance in Europe. Speaking in Berlin, Nechayev said Russia would respond according to its nuclear doctrine if nuclear threats expanded.

The absence of actor-turned-politician Vijay's wife and children at his swearing-in ceremony as the Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu became a major talking point on social media on Sunday. Some fans said the moment felt incomplete.

Saudi Aramco said its East-West Pipeline has reached its full capacity of 7 million barrels per day, helping the company bypass the closed Strait of Hormuz amid ongoing regional tensions and disruptions caused by the Iran war.

Speaking at a rally in Telangana's Hyderabad, PM Modi has urged people to save oil because of ongoing global uncertainty due to the US-Iran war in the Middle East. He, however, maintained that his government's priority remains safeguarding India's interests.

A PIL has been filed in the Supreme Court seeking minimum wages, labour rights and social security protections for priests, sevadars and temple staff working in state-controlled temples across India. The petition argues that since state governments exercise administrative and financial control over temples

Pregnancy rumours around Rashmika Mandanna surfaced after fans noticed the actor seemingly hid her midriff during Vijay Deverakonda's 37th birthday celebrations. Rashmika shared glimpses from the intimate celebration on Instagram, but fans only noticed that she mostly posted upper-half photos.

PM Modi said society plays a bigger role than politics in national development and lauded The Art of Living's initiatives in environmental protection, women empowerment, tribal welfare and prisoner rehabilitation. He also urged spiritual and social organisations to contribute more actively towards holistic development.

Daadi Ki Shaadi stars Kapil Sharma and Neetu Kapoor in pivotal roles. In the film, Neetu Kapoor plays a grandmother who gives love a second chance and embraces romance in her later years. Let's take a look at what netizens are saying about the film, Daadi Ki Shaadi.

Experts noted that hantavirus spreads poorly between humans and outbreaks are usually localised. No officially confirmed cases linked to the current outbreak have been reported in India so far.

Suvendu Adhikari took oath as West Bengal's first BJP Chief Minister at Kolkata's Brigade Parade Ground, Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Home Minister Amit Shah attended the ceremony, while speculation continued over former CM Mamata Banerjee's absence from public view.

Suvendu Adhikari took oath as the chief minister of West Bengal on Saturday, heading the first BJP government in the state. Governor RN Ravi administered the oath

Iran announced that it seized an offending oil tanker named Ocean Koi, alleging it was carrying Iranian oil and attempting to disrupt Tehran's exports. Iran's navy said the vessel was taken to southern Iranian shores and handed over to judicial authorities.

Neetu Kapoor's film Daadi Ki Shaadi released today. During the film's promotions, the actor opened up about the emotional struggles she faced after the death of her husband, actor Rishi Kapoor, and revealed why she chose to return to work despite facing trolling online.

Rising tensions between Iran, the US and Israel have turned the Strait of Hormuz crisis into a global economic and geopolitical challenge, triggering oil price spikes, shipping disruptions and fears over supply chains and inflation

Vijay is set to take oath as Tamil Nadu chief minister on Saturday after securing majority support for government formation, with backing from Left parties and allies. Meanwhile, BJP leader Suvendu Adhikari has been formally named the next chief minister of West Bengal

Nida Khan, a key accused in the Nashik TCS alleged conversion and sexual harassment case, was arrested in Chhatrapati Sambhaji Nagar after evading police for nearly 25 days. A Nashik court had earlier rejected her anticipatory bail plea, citing the need for custodial interrogation.

The United States launched strikes on Iranian military targets after Tehran allegedly attacked three American destroyers in the Strait of Hormuz, sharply escalating Gulf tensions. US President Donald Trump warned Iran against further escalation, while Tehran accused Washington of violating the ceasefire.

A year after the devastating cross-border shelling in Poonch that claimed 14 civilian lives, including four children, the scars of that tragic night remain fresh. Residents continue to grapple with trauma, loss, and a lingering sense of insecurity, while key promises such as bunker construction and improved medical infrastructure remain unfulfilled.