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Ladakh LG cautions Sonam Wangchuk over 'misleading aarratives'; Activist admits Manipur comparison was an error

Days after Ladakhi groups and the Union Ministry of Home Affairs reached an in-principle agreement on restoring democratic governance in Ladakh, Lieutenant Governor Vinai Kumar Saxena met climate activist Sonam Wangchuk and urged him to refrain from promoting misleading and provocative narratives.

IBTimes 27 May 2026 2:02 am

Budgam girl murder, rape case solved in 36 hours, accused arrested; CM Omar meets victim's family

Budgam Police on Tuesday claimed to have solved the sensational murder case of a 12-year-old girl from Galwanpora village within 36 hours of the crime, arresting a local resident allegedly involved in the offence. The breakthrough came after a scientific and evidence-based investigation conducted by a Special Investigation Team.

IBTimes 27 May 2026 1:39 am

Zoya Akhtar confirms theft of 66 hard disks at office, calls it an internal job; FIR filed, accused arrested

Following the discovery, the company's executive assistant and HR administrator, Mehjabeen Mushtaq Shaikh, filed an FIR against Ritesh Suresh Shah and Mohammad Shahid Azim Khan. The accused were later arrested by the Bandra Police and remanded to custody until May 29.

IBTimes 27 May 2026 1:38 am

Libyan forces detain Gaza land convoy activists at Sirte checkpoint

Forces loyal to Libyan commander Khalifa Haftar have detained members of a land convoy trying to bring aid to Gaza. Libyan forces detain Gaza land convoy activists at Sirte checkpoint

India Vision 27 May 2026 12:32 am

PM-WANI gets citizen-friendly upgrade for easier access to public Wi-Fi

The reforms, announced by the Ministry of Communications, are aimed at strengthening India's digital public infrastructure and improving internet accessibility for citizens. All PM-WANI stakeholders have been asked to implement the revised guidelines within eight weeks.

IBTimes 26 May 2026 11:40 pm

Yo Yo Honey Singh meets BJP's Tarun Chugh, discusses ways to curb Punjab's drug problems

Tarun Chugh praised Yo Yo Honey Singh's comeback journey and urged him to inspire Punjab's youth to stay away from drugs. He said Honey Singh's recovery shows addiction can be overcome and backed the Nasha Mukt Punjab campaign.

IBTimes 26 May 2026 11:40 pm

French Open: Naomi Osaka does it again in jaw-dropping custom gold Nike outfit en route to second round

Naomi Osaka opened her 2026 French Open campaign with a straight-sets win over Laura Siegemund, but it was her striking custom Nike outfit that stole headlines in Paris. Designed by Kevin Germanier, the gold sequined look sparked major attention before and after the match, continuing Osakas tradition of high-fashion Grand Slam entrances as she advanced to the second round.

The Times of India 26 May 2026 11:35 pm

Turkish riot police use water cannons ahead of deposed Opposition leader's speech to rally

Ozgur Ozel and the core leadership of the Republican People's Party, or CHP, were removed from their posts on May 26 by a court order that many people consider to be politically motivated

The Hindu 26 May 2026 11:19 pm

BP ousts Chair Albert Manifold over governance and conduct issues

The decision marks another leadership shake-up at the energy major, with Ian Tyler appointed interim chair as BP continues its strategic transition.

The Hindu Businessline 26 May 2026 11:02 pm

China, Pakistan agree to 'unswervingly safeguard' bilateral ties

Statement was issued at the end of Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif's official visit to China from May 23-26 at invitation of Premier Li Qiang. During his visit, two sides signed a number of cooperation documents in various fields

The Hindu 26 May 2026 10:59 pm

Iran accuses U.S. of breaking truce after new strikes

Iranian state media reported overnight blasts in the southern port city of Bandar Abbas, near the Strait of Hormuz, and the countrys Revolutionary Guards said its forces had downed a U.S. drone entering its airspace and had fired at an F-35 fighter jet

The Hindu 26 May 2026 10:39 pm

French Open 2026: 17-year-old Moise Kouame becomes youngest Grand Slam match winner since 2009

Seventeen-year-old French prospect Moise Kouame stunned former US Open champion Marin ili in straight sets at the French Open to become the youngest male player to win a Grand Slam singles match since 2009. Ranked world No. 318, Kouame continued his rapid rise with a breakthrough victory that immediately established him as one of tennis most exciting emerging talents.

The Times of India 26 May 2026 9:43 pm

Watch: India, U.S. strike Critical Minerals deal amid China concerns | Above the Fold | 26.05.2026

From the QUAD meeting in New Delhi and India-U.S. critical minerals deal to fresh AIADMK defections to the TVK and rising CNG prices - here are the top stories of the day.

The Hindu 26 May 2026 9:13 pm

Ramakant Dayama passes away at 71: All about Shah Rukh Khan's 'Chak De! India' co-star

Veteran actor Ramakant Dayama, a well-known face in Indian film and television, passed away on May 26 after being reportedly unwell for several months. He was reportedly 71 years old. The exact cause of his death is unknown yet.

IBTimes 26 May 2026 7:51 pm

Ranveer Singh visits Chamundeshwari Temple after Karnataka HC remarks in Kantara case; avoids paps at airport amid Don 3 ban

Ranveer Singh's temple visit comes weeks after the Karnataka High Court quashed an FIR filed against the actor in connection with the Kantara row. The case had been registered after Ranveer allegedly mimicked a scene linked to the film, which some groups claimed had hurt religious sentiments

IBTimes 26 May 2026 7:47 pm

India an important, indispensable partner for Japan: MOFA Press Secretary

Speaking after the Quad Foreign Ministers' meeting in New Delhi, Toshihiro Kitamura said Japan welcomes Prime Minister Narendra Modi's commitment to strengthening ties with Tokyo and highlighted the importance of continued cooperation under the India-Japan joint statement framework.

IBTimes 26 May 2026 7:08 pm

Why Trump's Abraham Accords expansion push faces resistance

Donald Trumps push to expand the Abraham Accords amid ongoing regional conflict has exposed the widening gap between U.S. diplomatic ambitions and political realities in West Asia

The Hindu 26 May 2026 6:59 pm

Cristiano Ronaldo-backed YouTube platform to stream all 104 FIFA World Cup matches in 4K to millions for free

Cristiano Ronaldos investment in LiveMode has intensified global focus on CazTV, the YouTube platform set to broadcast all 104 matches of the 2026 FIFA World Cup free-to-air in Brazil. The digital-first broadcaster, led by Casimiro Miguel, has rapidly grown into a major force in sports media, signalling a shift away from traditional TV towards creator-driven, streaming-based football coverage.

The Times of India 26 May 2026 6:56 pm

United Spain first as Barcelona top absent Real Madrid in World Cup squad

Real's absence from Spain's World Cup squad, while Barca dominate picks, explained by coach as 'united nation' first. United Spain first as Barcelona top absent Real Madrid in World Cup squad

India Vision 26 May 2026 6:35 pm

Israeli air attacks kill seven Palestinians in Gaza

At least five Palestinians killed in Israeli attack on a refugee camp in central Gaza, officials said. Israeli air attacks kill seven Palestinians in Gaza

India Vision 26 May 2026 6:34 pm

Senegal lawmakers elect ousted PM Sonko as new parliament speaker

Lawmakers reinstate Sonko and elect him speaker with overwhelming support in Senegal's legislative body. Senegal lawmakers elect ousted PM Sonko as new parliament speaker

India Vision 26 May 2026 6:32 pm

Iran media says negotiators seek $24 billion asset release in U.S. deal

Iran's frozen assets are to be released which are estimated at $24 billion in accordance with the 14-point memorandum of understanding

The Hindu 26 May 2026 6:28 pm

Exceptionally early heatwave shatters records, brings deaths in Europe

An early spring heatwave sweeping across Europe has triggered health alerts and fatalities, highlighting the growing risks posed by extreme weather events

The Hindu 26 May 2026 6:26 pm

Trump, nearing eighty, to have annual physical amid scrutiny of recent ailments

Following a year of public attention on apparently minor health issues like blotchy neck rash, swollen ankles and a bruised hand; U.S. President Donald Trump to undergo his routine annual physical

The Hindu 26 May 2026 6:22 pm

Canadian Police arrest 17 men believed to be of Indian origin for extortion

Canadian authorities have intensified efforts against organised crime networks after police arrested 17 individuals allegedly involved in extortion targeting South Asian businesses across Canada and the United States

The Hindu 26 May 2026 6:19 pm

Marco Rubio says U.S. ready to mediate as Moscow steps up Kyiv threats

U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio's offer came after Russia battered Ukraine over the weekend and following a phone call with Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov

The Hindu 26 May 2026 6:13 pm

Watch: Highlights of Quad Foreign Ministers meeting

The Quad grouping has announced major new initiatives to strengthen cooperation across the Indo-Pacific. At a meeting in New Delhi, chaired by External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar, leaders from India, the United States, Australia, and Japan came together to address growing strategic challenges in the region. We look at the key announcements.

The Hindu 26 May 2026 4:40 pm

We oppose creation of exclusive small cliques: China on Quad statement

Quad grouping announced new measures to boost maritime surveillance and port infrastructure across the Indo-Pacific against the backdrop of Chinas growing military posturing in the region

The Hindu 26 May 2026 4:12 pm

Three dead in South Korea after collapse at overpass demolition site

A fatal accident at an overpass demolition site in Seoul has disrupted rail operations and highlighted the risks associated with ageing infrastructure projects

The Hindu 26 May 2026 4:08 pm

Israeli strike on village in eastern Lebanon kills 12, as Israel calls up more troops there

BEIRUT, May 26: An Israeli airstrike on a village in eastern Lebanon killed 12 people, state media said on Tuesday, as an Israeli official said the military had called up more troops to Lebanon. The strike hit the village of Mashghara in the Bekaa Valley late Monday, according to Lebanons state-run National News Agency. It came after Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said that he had authorised more intensive strikes targeting the Hezbollah militant group across Lebanon. The Israeli military [] The post Israeli strike on village in eastern Lebanon kills 12, as Israel calls up more troops there appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 26 May 2026 4:07 pm

Three killed after passenger van hits elephant in Ugandan National Park

A road accident involving an elephant in Ugandas Murchison Falls National Park has drawn attention to the growing challenges of balancing conservation and public access

The Hindu 26 May 2026 3:35 pm

Several dead after train hits school bus in Belgium

Belgian media showed images of a badly damaged minibus lying on its side on a road next to a railway line, with tents set up by emergency workers around

The Hindu 26 May 2026 3:34 pm

Global oil price gains 3% as U.S. Military strikes on Iran add to peace deal uncertainty

Energy markets reacted sharply to renewed military tensions and fragile diplomacy between Washington and Tehran, with the Strait of Hormuz remaining partially restricted

The Hindu 26 May 2026 3:30 pm

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Wired 26 May 2026 3:30 pm

AI Is Taking Over the Most Cursed Job in the World

Theres a mad dash to automate the worlds most hated calls. Have an unpaid bill? Youll hear from an AI debt collector sometime soon.

Wired 26 May 2026 3:30 pm

Search continues for seven villagers trapped in flooded Laos cave

According to rescuers, divers have navigated about 100 metres into the cave and they believe the villagers may be trapped about 30 metres beyond the furthest point currently accessible

The Hindu 26 May 2026 3:16 pm

JVP now has a chance to rewrite history, says partys general secretary Tilvin Silva

New government will work on the basis of development, democracy, and social justice, says Tilvin Silva

The Hindu 26 May 2026 3:09 pm

Sri Lanka parliamentary poll: President Anuras ruling coalition wins big

National Peoples Power wins 159 seats in 225-member House, securing two-thirds majority; the historic sweep also includes impressive wins in the north and east that are home to Tamils and Muslims

The Hindu 26 May 2026 3:04 pm

Travelling through time in Uzbekistan

The walk through the old city bazaar in Bukhara, with masjids, madrassas and mausoleums awaiting you on the flanks, is a stride through the richness of history and Islamic architecture of Uzbekistan

The Hindu 26 May 2026 3:01 pm

Sri Lanka stuns with 100-bp rate hike as Iran war rattles currency, fuels inflation

The Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL) raised the overnight policy rate to 8.75% from 7.75%, blaming higher inflation and a depreciating rupee

The Hindu Businessline 26 May 2026 2:58 pm

Bank of Scotland puts star player on special 20 note after iconic goal secured first World Cup in 28 years

Scotlands return to the FIFA World Cup after 28 years is being celebrated with a special limited-edition 20 note inspired by Scott McTominays iconic overhead kick against Denmark. The commemorative banknote, released by the Bank of Scotland, honours the goal that helped secure qualification for the 2026 tournament while also raising funds for homelessness charity Crisis Scotland through auctions and supporter events.

The Times of India 26 May 2026 2:35 pm

OpenAI's Altman says AI unlikely to lead to 'jobs apocalypse'

Im delighted to be wrong about this, I thought there would have been more impact on entry-level white-collar jobs being eliminated by now than has actually happened, Sam Altman told CBA Chief Executive Matt Comyn

The Hindu 26 May 2026 1:27 pm

China says QUAD cooperation should not target third party

The foreign ministers of Australia, India, Japan and the US gathered on Tuesday in India and agreed to jointly build a port in Fiji

The Hindu Businessline 26 May 2026 1:21 pm

From Venezuela to Cuba

The Hindu 26 May 2026 1:17 pm

Not in favour of Pakistan joining Abraham Accords: Defence Minister Khawaja Asif

Personally, I dont think we should join any such accord which clashes with our fundamental ideologies, says Pakistans DefenceMinister Khawaja Asif

The Hindu 26 May 2026 12:50 pm

Director of Venezuela torture prison, Elvis Macuare Guerrero, fired after riot

Venezuelan Prison Director Elvis Macuare Guerrero fired amid riots by inmates protesting torture and demanding humane treatment

The Hindu 26 May 2026 11:44 am

Quad countries launch energy security, critical minerals initiatives

Rubio announced a partnership focused on improving port infrastructure in Pacific Island nations, with an initial focus on Fiji

The Hindu Businessline 26 May 2026 11:36 am

Sri Lanka jolts markets with outsized 100-bp rate hike to counter crisis in West Asia

The Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL) raised the overnight policy rate to 8.75% from 7.75%, blaming higher inflation and a depreciating rupee due to the U.S.-Israeli war with Iran

The Hindu 26 May 2026 11:20 am

Sonny Rollins, saxophonist and restless genius of jazz, dies at 95

Sonny Rollins, the legendary tenor saxophonist known for his bold tone and constant experimentation, passes away at 95

The Hindu 26 May 2026 11:16 am

North Korea fires unidentified projectile, South Korea military says

If confirmed as a missile launch, it would be the first since April 19, when North Korea test-fired several short-range ballistic missiles, which it said were equipped with cluster bombs.

The Hindu 26 May 2026 10:49 am

North Korea launches ballistic missiles toward sea

South Korea says North Korea has launched multiple ballistic missiles toward the Norths eastern waters

The Hindu 26 May 2026 10:47 am

Rubio says Iran deal still possible within days despite U.S. strikes

Marco Rubio said the Hormuz Strait is going to be open one way or the other, so they need to be open

The Hindu 26 May 2026 9:53 am

What are the Abraham Accords and who signed it? Full list of countries

U.S. President Donald Trump called on Muslim-majority nations to normalise relations with Israel as part of ongoing peace efforts with Iran.

The Hindu 26 May 2026 9:26 am

Irans nuclear dust can be destroyed in US or another location under IAEA supervision: Trump

Trump's comment marks a shift in his repeated statements that Iran hand over its enriched uranium to the US as a sticking point of any potential deal

The Hindu Businessline 26 May 2026 9:11 am

Iranian President Pezeshkian orders restoration of internet access

The restrictions reportedly hampered civilians' access to information during the bombing campaign by Israel and the US, while also severely affecting businesses dependent on internet connectivity

The Hindu Businessline 26 May 2026 8:47 am

Iran-Israel war LIVE: U.S. military carries out 'self-defence' strikes in Iran

Israels military warned residents of 10 villages, most of them in southern Lebanon, on Monday to evacuate their homes ahead of expected strikes against alleged Hezbollah targets

The Hindu 26 May 2026 8:08 am

Congo Ebola outbreak is outpacing responders as patients flee clinics: WHO

At least 25 Ebola patients fled treatment facilities in Ituri over the weekend after isolation tents were burned and hospitals were attacked by crowds demanding the release of bodies for burial

The Hindu Businessline 26 May 2026 7:49 am