China asks Quad to stop meddling in maritime affairs in its neighbourhood
Certain countries should stop meddling in maritime affairs in China's neighbourhood and earnestly respect regional countries efforts to safeguard peace and stability, says Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Mao Ning
Bangladesh probes hospital deaths of six newborns
Health authorities in Bangladesh are investigating the deaths of six newborns at a private hospital in Dhaka amid reports of ventilation and air-conditioning failure
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Naomi Osaka once again blurred the line between sport and spectacle at Roland Garros, turning her French Open entrance into a talking point that overshadowed parts of her first-round victory. While critics questioned whether star players receive special treatment, Osakas outfit reinforced her belief that fashion is an extension of identity and self-expression, adding another bold chapter to tennis evolving relationship with individuality and entertainment.
Girl, 15, critical after swim at beach beauty spot
Israel says it killed new Hamas military leader in Gaza
Family members of a man called Mohammed Odeh said he was killed in the strike, but did not confirm he was the leader of the military wing. Hamas has not commented
Chinese dissident escapes to South Korea by rubber boat
The reported escape of veteran Chinese activist Dong Guangping to South Korea has drawn international attention to the challenges faced by political dissidents seeking asylum
After the raids, CPI(M) workers allegedly attacked vehicles carrying ED officials outside Vijayan's residence, damaging three vehicles and injuring security personnel, drivers and police officials. Protesters smashed windows with sticks and stones. Police later detained several people involved in the violence.
Giribala Singh denied all allegations claiming she cooperated fully with investigators and arguing there was no evidence of tampering in the Twisha Sharma death case. Samarth Singh has been remanded to CBI custody till May 29
Sensex, Nifty slip amid weakness in banking stocks
BSE Sensex and Nifty 50 closed lower amid rising geopolitical tensions linked to the US-Iran situation. The Sensex fell 141.90 points to settle at 75,867.80, while the Nifty slipped 6.55 points to close at 23,907.15.
The rise of the fruit that tastes like custard
Custard apple plants are prized for their hardiness but exporting their delicate fruit is difficult.
Byju Raveendran, founder of Byju's, was sentenced to six months' imprisonment by a Singapore court for contempt of court, as Raveendran reportedly violated multiple court orders. The court also directed him to pay a fine of $70,500.
Adani Group market cap nears Rs 20 lakh crore as conglomerate adds Rs 5 lakh crore in 2026
Adani Power emerged as the biggest contributor, adding over Rs 2 lakh crore in market value and becoming the group's most valued company with a market cap of Rs 4.79 lakh crore. Adani Ports and Special Economic Zone and Adani Enterprises also recorded strong gains.
Philippine bishop, ex-ICC judge lead new inquiry into thousands of Duterte-era killings
MANILA, May 27: A group led by a Roman Catholic bishop in the Philippines launched a fact-finding body Wednesday to document accounts of witnesses and other details of ex-President Rodrigo Dutertes bloody anti-drugs crackdown that the government can use to prosecute law enforcers. Duterte, who ended his stormy six-year presidency in 2022, was arrested last year and taken to the Netherlands, where he is facing trial before the International Criminal Court in The Hague for alleged crimes against humanity over [] The post Philippine bishop, ex-ICC judge lead new inquiry into thousands of Duterte-era killings appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Russian lawmakers want banks, their staff to help fight Ukrainian drones
KYIV, May 27: Russian bank staff and branches could be joining the fight against Ukrainian drone attacks under an ambitious plan approved by the countrys lower house of parliament. The banks would bear the cost of installing electronic jamming systems on their premises while selected employees would also shoot down incoming drones, according to the draft bill passed in its third and final reading Tuesday. The bill, which state news agency Interfax said was first presented last August and later [] The post Russian lawmakers want banks, their staff to help fight Ukrainian drones appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Himanta Biswa Sarma welcomed appeals by Eidgah committees and members of the Muslim community in Assam to avoid cow slaughter during Bakrid,Yogi Adityanath bans animal sacrifice in public places and directed that namaz should not be offered on roads.
Social media calls Byju's case a 'lesson for startups' after founder's jail term
Some users said the jail term marked a shift from corporate failure to criminal consequences, while others questioned whether Byju's was truly a technology company. The court also imposed a fine of S$90,000 and directed Raveendran to submit documents related to ownership of Beeaar Investco Pte.
Israel says Hamas military chief Mohammed Odeh killed in Gaza strike
Israeli Defence Minister Israel Katz described the killing as a major blow to Hamas and said Odeh had recently taken charge of the group's military wing following the death of Izz al-Din al-Haddad. Hamas-linked reports claimed Odeh was killed along with his wife and sons in the strike.
U.S. military strike on alleged drug boat in eastern Pacific kills one, leaves two survivors
The Pentagon watchdog said last week that it will evaluate whether the U.S. military followed an established targeting framework when carrying out the attacks on alleged drug-smuggling boats
Panama ties should not be subject to third-party interference, says China
China and Hong Kong authorities have said they oppose the ruling against CK Hutchison's port concessions, calling it an act of bad faith
South Korea says attack on ship in Strait of Hormuz likely involved an Iranian missile
IRGC warns Irans coastline could become graveyard for aggressors if war resumes
Irans Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) warned on Wednesday, May 27, that the countrys coastline could become a graveyard for aggressors if conflict with the United States resumes, even as Tehran said the likelihood of renewed war remained low. Mohammad Akbarzadeh, deputy political chief of the IRGC Navy, said Iranian forces remained prepared despite ongoing Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
US deported thousands of Cubans, Venezuelans to danger in Mexico: Human Rights Watch
Mexico City: The Trump administration has deported nearly 13,000 Cubans, Venezuelans and other nationals to Mexico, where they are vulnerable to cartel violence in an unfamiliar country, a report by Human Rights Watch released Wednesday, May 27, said. While Mexico has accepted these types of deportations for years, the deportees under the Trump administration are Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
China supports 'active mediation' by Pakistan between U.S.-Iran, says Foreign Minister Wang Yi
Donald Trump declares himself in perfect health, as 80th birthday looms
Everything checked out PERFECTLY, posted U.S. President Donald Trump as he drove back to the White House from the Walter Reed Military Hospital near Washington
The Union Health Ministry said India is closely monitoring the global Ebola Virus Disease situation following outbreaks in Africa. A traveller from Uganda was isolated in Bengaluru after reporting mild symptoms, but tests by the National Institute of Virology returned negative.
Gold, silver rise on safe-haven demand amid geopolitical uncertainty
Gold and silver prices edged higher amid rising safe-haven demand due to ongoing geopolitical uncertainty and cautious optimism over possible US-Iran peace negotiations.Gold futures traded slightly higher around 1,57,780, while silver futures gained over 0.6 per cent to trade near 2,72,379.
China executes man for poisoning gaming tycoon linked to Netflix's '3 Body Problem'
Why the Vatican Invited Anthropic to the Popes AI Encyclical Presentation
Pope Leos first encyclical marks an unprecedented alliance between the Church and Silicon Valley. Why the Vatican Invited Anthropic to the Popes AI Encyclical Presentation
Matthew Perry's assistant is last to be sentenced over his ketamine death
Three dead in latest strike, Israel claims Hamas military chief was targetted
Airstrikes targeted the new leader of Hamas' military wing, Mohammed Odeh, says Israel Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Defence Minister Israel Katz in joint statement
Singapore court sentences Byjus founder Raveendran to 6 months in jail
New Delhi: Edtech firm Byjus founder Byju Raveendran has been sentenced to six months in jail by a Singapore court for contempt after allegedly failing to comply with multiple court orders related to his assets, a report has said. Bloomberg reported that the Singapore court directed Raveendran to surrender to authorities, pay legal costs of Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
For one Ukrainian war amputee, rebuilding is painful after a Russian strike killed her husband
Analysis-Samsung pay deal marks seismic change for South Korea, emboldening unions
Hong Kong overtakes Switzerland as world's top cross-border wealth hub on China ties, report shows
Lawyer says tourist accused of hurling rock at Hawaiian monk seal has been doxed and threatened
Even Republicans Are Rebelling at Trump's Blatantly Corrupt 'Anti-Weaponization Fund'
US draws up plans to halt immigration, customs processing at 'sanctuary city' airports
Iran-Israel war LIVE: New strikes threaten ceasefires in Iran, Lebanon
U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham termed problematic the role of Pakistan as a mediator in the United States war with Iran
Marco Rubio seeks to repair US-India relations after Trump-era strains
But underlying the pomp and mutual praise was an uncomfortable reality that kept creeping into Rubios visit: India continues to suffer the brunt of several Trump administration policies
Iran condemns US strikes as show of 'bad faith', begins restoring internet after long shutdown
Iran's foreign ministry called the strikes a ceasefire violation and warned that Washington would bear responsibility for all consequences, without elaborating
Nvidia to spend $150 billion a year in Taiwan, epicentre of AI revolution
Four years ago, five years ago, Nvidia was spending about $10, $15 billion dollars a year in Taiwan. Now were spending $100, going to $150 billion dollars in Taiwan each year, Jensen Huang, chief of the $5 trillion chipmaker, said.
Israel escalates Lebanon attacks as US-Iran ceasefire tensions persist
As the American-Israeli war on Iran entered its 89th day on Wednesday, May 27, tensions remained high across the Middle East after Iran accused the United States of violating the ceasefire, while Israel intensified attacks across southern Lebanon in one of the heaviest bombardments in weeks. China urges parties to uphold ceasefire China called on Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Galindo projected to lose Texas Dem House runoff after antisemitism accusations
Indias Permanent Representative to the UN, Ambassador Harish Parvathaneni calls for reforms reflecting current geopolitical realities
Biden sues Justice Department to stop release of audio and transcripts tied to special counsel probe
At least 1 dead, 9 others missing in chemical tank implosion at Washington State mill
The facility, which employs about 1,000 people, makes material for tissues, printing paper, cups, plates, cartons and other goods
Gaza health officials say 7 killed in Israeli airstrikes
The Israeli military said its troops identified several armed terrorists operating in the area of the so-called Yellow Line that splits Gaza into two areas: one controlled by Israeli forces and the other by Hamas
Under U.S. pressure, Cuba appeals for international help
U.S. President Donald Trump has openly mused about taking over communist Cuba, saying that after the U.S. attack in January that ousted Nicolas Maduro in Venezuela, Havana could be his next target for military action and big change
Iran war live: Revolutionary Guard 'opens fire on US fighter jet and downs drone'
Explosions were heard in a city and coastal areas along the critical Strait of Hormuz trade route, which remains closed Iran war live: Revolutionary Guard 'opens fire on US fighter jet and downs drone'
British spy boss warns Russia 'boosting its undercover action' on UK and everyone needs to help
United Kingdom is facing growing Russia and China threat as Britain confronts a new 'moment of consequence' amid shifting geopolitical tensions throug... British spy boss warns Russia 'boosting its undercover action' on UK and everyone needs to help
Missing British woman Wendy Iles found after desperate search but key mystery still remains
Wendy Iles has been found safe and well - but her poor dog Beau is still missing, with Valencia locals urged to be on the lookout for the elderly woma... Missing British woman Wendy Iles found after desperate search but key mystery still remains
Bengaluru: Ugandan woman with suspected Ebola like symptoms now stable
Amid global Ebola scare, a 28-year-old woman from Uganda, who developed symptoms for the virus, was shifted to the state-run Epidemic Diseases Hospital here on Tuesday, health department officials said. According to the officials, the woman, who had arrived from an Ebola-affected region, was moved from a hotel to the designated hospital as a precaution Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Adnoc exports another LNG shipment through Hormuz to India
The Umm Al Ashtan, which is managed by Adnoc Logistics & Services, reappeared northwest of Muscat, Oman, loaded with a cargo and listing its destination as India
Roger Federers reflection on adversity captures the mindset that defined his career and comeback. After injury setbacks and doubts over his future, Federer returned stronger, proving resilience can reshape failure into growth. His message extends far beyond tennis, arguing that difficult periods, whether in sport, work or life, often force the reinvention, patience and discipline that ultimately make people stronger than before.
US says $20.6 billion of tariff refunds on the way to importers
US Customs and Border Protection is sending $20.6 billion to importers. This follows a correction to a previous report that overstated refund amounts. The agency is processing billions in tariff refunds. Importers are receiving payments for duties paid under President Donald Trump's tariffs. Some payments are delayed due to importers not having digital payment setups.
Paxton wins Texas Senate runoff, defeating longtime incumbent Cornyn
Christian Menefee defeats longtime Democratic Rep. Al Green in Texas House district
Canada imposes Ebola-related travel ban, Bahamas to increase screening
Canadian citizens, permanent residents and other foreign nationals who have been in affected areas in recent weeks and do not have symptoms will have to quarantine for 21 days from May 30, according to a statement from Canadas public health agency
NASA unveils plans for base on the moon
NASA picks Blue Origin, other space firms for moon missions
Michigan house explosion leaves 1 dead and another in critical condition
Trump moves Cabinet meeting from Camp David to White House due to weather
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.
What Pope Leo XIVs First Encyclical Says About the Power of AI
In Magnifica Humanitas, the Pope decries the concentration of technological power in a few global players.
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.
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.
Post Office investigation could be delayed by five years, police warn
Remains found in pond ID'd as Army vet who went missing in 2001
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
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.
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.
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.
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
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.
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
Russia says US did not grant visa for vice minister to attend UN
Woman fired by Indiana university over Charlie Kirk post to receive $225,000 legal settlement
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
Trump raises refugee ceiling by 10,000 to bring in more white South Africans
People with eating disorders are taking GLP-1s, and doctors are alarmed
EU and member states summon Russian envoys after Moscow tells foreigners to leave Kyiv
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.
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.
Hidden tunnels, fake doors: China probes mining tragedy that killed 82
Czech police free Russian Orthodox cleric detained over white substance in car
Akshay Kumar and Bhojpuri actor Akshara Singh feature in 'Ghis Ghis Ghis' from the film Welcome to the Jungle. The crossover hasn't gone down well with many fans, with some calling Akshay Kumar's dance moves shabby and comparing the choreography style to Bhojpuri star Pawan Singh.
Supreme Court rejects Florida's bid to sue Western states over truck licenses for immigrants
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.
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
