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  India May 26, 2026

  Delhi Riots Case: WhatsApp Chats Indicate Conspiracy, Delhi High Court Reserves Order on Athar Khan Bail Plea

  A Division Bench of Justices Prathiba M. Singh and Madhu Jain made the observations while hearing submissions on behalf of Khan, who has challenged a trial court order denying him bail in a case registered under the Unlawful Activities (Prohibition) Act (UAPA).

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  Entertainment May 26, 2026

  Amid ‘Don 3’ Controversy, Ranveer Singh Seeks Forgiveness at Mysore’s Chamundeshwari Temple Over ‘Kantara’ Mimicry Row (See Pics)

  On Tuesday (May 26), Ranveer Singh visited Mysuru's Chamundeshwari Temple to seek blessings and forgiveness for the viral 'Kantara' mimicking incident in 2025. His visit also comes amidst FWICE's non-cooperation order over the actor's 'Don 3' exit.

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  India May 26, 2026

  Bihar Legislative Council Elections 2026: ECI Announces Poll for 10 Seats; Voting on June 18

  According to the notification issued by the Commission on Tuesday, one by-election will be conducted for the seat vacated by former Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar after his election to the Rajya Sabha. And biennial elections will be held for nine seats whose members are set to complete their terms on June 28.

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  Technology May 26, 2026

  Sam Altman Says Fears of Massive White-Collar Job Losses From AI May Be Wrong

  OpenAI CEO Sam Altman on Tuesday said the rapid rise of artificial intelligence is unlikely to trigger the kind of global jobs apocalypse that many feared, admitting that his earlier concerns about massive white-collar job losses may have been overstated.

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  Entertainment May 26, 2026

  ‘Chak De! India’ Actor Ramakant Daayama Dies at 69; Shubhangi Latkar Remembers Him as a ‘Beautiful Soul’

  Veteran actor Ramakant Daayama, best known for his roles in 'Chak De! India' and 'Scam 1992' and several TV shows, died on Tuesday (May 26). Fellow actor Shubhangi Latkar took to Instagram to share an old video of the late actor singing and dancing.

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  Entertainment May 26, 2026

  AMMA Row: Malayalam Film Actors’ Body Faces Internal Revolt Over Finance and Functioning After Hema Committee Report Fallout

  The simmering internal feud within the Malayalam film actors’ association AMMA has exploded into a full-blown public controversy, with a section of the members openly attacking the organisation’s leadership and demanding accountability over its finances and functioning.

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  Entertainment May 26, 2026

  Hema Malini Gets Emotional While Receiving Dharmendra’s Padma Vibhushan, Says She Felt His Presence Throughout Ceremony

  Veteran actress and politician Hema Malini turned emotional while remembering her late husband and Bollywood icon Dharmendra after receiving the prestigious Padma Vibhushan award on his behalf.

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  Entertainment May 26, 2026

  Ranveer Singh’s Team Breaks Silence After FWICE Ban Over ‘Don 3’ Exit, Says ‘He Has Consciously Chosen To Maintain Silence’

  Bollywood actor Ranveer Singh has reacted after the Federation of Western India Cine Employees (FWICE) issued a non-cooperation directive against the actor in connection with the 'Don 3' row.

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  Entertainment May 26, 2026

  Divyanka Tripathi and Vivek Dahiya Blessed With Twin Baby Boys, Couple Share Good News and Say ‘Mere Karan Arjun AA Gaye!’ (View Post)

  Divyanka Tripathi and Vivek Dahiya took to social media to share the joyful news of the arrival of their twin baby boys. Announcing the happy development, the couple wrote, “Mere Karan Arjun Aa Gaye!” They had managed to keep the pregnancy under wraps for six months by avoiding public appearances before finally making it public.

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  Business May 26, 2026

  Stock Market Today: Sensex, Nifty Slip in Early Trade After Fresh US Strikes in Iran Dent Investor Sentiment

  Indian equity markets traded flat in morning trade on Tuesday after fresh US strikes in southern Iran targeting boats attempting to lay mines and missile launch sites. In early trade, Sensex was at 76,339.29, down 150 points or 0.20 per cent, while Nifty slipped 45 points or 0.19 per cent to 23,986.40.

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  India May 26, 2026

  Delhi-NCR Heatwave Alert: IMD Issues Yellow Warning for May 26 and 27 as Temperatures Likely to Touch 44 Degrees Celsius

  The ongoing spell of intense heat and heatwave conditions is expected to continue across Delhi-NCR for the next three days, with the India Meteorological Department (IMD) issuing a ‘yellow alert’ for the region on May 26 and 27.

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  India May 26, 2026

  Punjab Municipal Elections 2026: Polling Begins for Civic Bodies in Key Litmus Test for AAP Ahead of 2027 Assembly Polls

  Ahead of the Assembly elections in Punjab, slated in early 2027, the AAP-ruled state on Tuesday went to the polls to elect councillors for 1,896 wards and eight municipal corporations amid tight security. A total of 35.45 lakh voters will exercise their franchise till 5 p.m.

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  World May 26, 2026

  US-Iran Ceasefire Talks: Tehran Denies Agreeing to Transfer Highly Enriched Uranium Abroad, Rejects Reports on Proposed US Deal

  Iran has not agreed to transfer its enriched uranium abroad, the semi-official Tasnim news agency reported, rejecting a report by Saudi-based Al Hadath claiming "Iran is prepared to remove its highly enriched uranium from its territory."

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  World May 26, 2026

  US-Iran War: US Forces Strike Missile Launch Sites and Mine-Laying Boats in Southern Iran in ‘Self-Defense’ Operation Amid Ongoing Ceasefire Talks

  The US military struck missile launch sites and mine-laying boats in southern Iran on Monday, according to the US Central Command (CENTCOM). "US forces conducted self-defence strikes in southern Iran today to protect our troops from threats posed by Iranian forces," CENTCOM spokesperson Tim Hawkins said in a statement, Xinhua news agency reported.

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  World May 25, 2026

  Vladimir Putin Signs Law Permitting Use of Russian Army To Protect Russians Abroad

  Russian President Vladimir Putin signed a law enabling the military to protect Russian citizens facing legal action or arrest abroad without Russia's involvement. The move coincides with the Czech Republic's arrest of retired Orthodox bishop Hilarion Alfeyev on what Moscow calls 'trumped-up charges' and an 'orchestrated provocation'.

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  India May 25, 2026

  Ahmedabad: Wanted Criminal Injured in Police Encounter After Allegedly Attempting To Snatch Service Weapon

  According to police, he is linked to around 26 criminal cases involving serious offences such as murder, attempt to murder, extortion, robbery, rioting, assault, and violations under the Arms Act and Prohibition Act. The Crime Branch said the operation was conducted within the jurisdiction of Sola Police Station following specific intelligence about his presence at a hotel, where he was located alone.

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  India May 25, 2026

  Padma Awards 2026: President Droupadi Murmu Confers Padma Awards on 66 Personalities; Check Full List of Recipients Here

  President Droupadi Murmu conferred Padma Awards on 66 distinguished achievers at Rashtrapati Bhavan, in the presence of PM Narendra Modi and union ministers. The ceremony honored figures like Dharmendra (posthumously) and Dr N. Rajam with the Padma Vibhushan, celebrating deep regional, cultural, and professional diversity in the first phase for 2026.

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  India May 25, 2026

  Supreme Court Sets August 15 Deadline for States to Implement Menstrual Hygiene Mandates in Schools

  The Supreme Court on Monday directed all states and Union Territories (UTs) to ensure implementation of its directions on menstrual hygiene management in schools by August 15, and file compliance reports, as it continued to monitor compliance of its landmark ruling recognising access to menstrual hygiene as a fundamental right.

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  India May 25, 2026

  DGCA Issues New SOP for Airlines to Screen Passengers From Congo, Uganda Amid Ebola Outbreak Concerns

  Amid growing concerns over Ebola cases reported in parts of Africa, the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has issued a comprehensive Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) for airlines operating flights connected to the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Uganda, mandating enhanced health screening and precautionary measures for incoming passengers.

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  World May 25, 2026

  Bangladesh: Awami League Alleges Negligence by Former Muhammad Yunus-Led Interim Govt Triggered Measles Outbreak

  “Despite those warnings, the Yunus government ignored them. Bureaucratic complications stalled the tender process, vaccine stocks ran out, and routine immunisation programs collapsed,” it noted. Citing media reports and Bangladesh Anti-Corruption Commission complaints, the Awami League said that allegations of “embezzlement and irregularities” in the purchase of vaccines and syringes have also surfaced.