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  Entertainment May 06, 2026

  ‘India’s Best Dancer’ Season 5: Karisma Kapoor Returns As Judge; Premiere Date and Full Judging Panel Revealed (Watch Video)

  Karisma Kapoor joins Jaaved Jaaferi, Geeta Kapur and Terence Lewis as a judge for 'India’s Best Dancer 5', premiering May 9 on Sony TV. Celebrating the 'India Wala Dance' theme, the veteran actress described her return as a homecoming. The new season, hosted by Haarsh Limbachiyaa, promises a nostalgic blend of Bollywood and regional dance styles.

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  World May 06, 2026

  Hormuz Crisis: Iran Launches New Ship Control System in Strait of Hormuz, Vessels Must Seek Email Clearance

  Iran has launched a new system to control ship traffic through the Strait of Hormuz, state media reported, continuing a maritime standoff that now involves a US blockade and threats of military action.

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  India May 06, 2026

  Bihar Road Accident: 4 Killed, Including 2 Women Orchestra Performers, 6 Injured Near Chhapra; Bodies Found Mutilated

  A tragic road accident near Dr P.N. Singh Degree College on the outskirts of Chhapra in Bihar on Wednesday claimed the lives of four people, including two female orchestra performers, while six others sustained serious injuries.

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  India May 06, 2026

  Twin Blast In Punjab: Explosions Near Amritsar Cantonment, Jalandhar BSF HQ; Security Tightened, Probe Underway (Watch Videos)

  An explosion was reported near the cantonment area in Khasa, Amritsar, prompting an immediate response from police and security agencies. Officials confirmed that no casualties were reported in the incident. The blast, which occurred around 10:50 p.m. on Tuesday, led to the deployment of the Bomb Disposal Squad (BDS) and forensic teams to the site.

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  India May 06, 2026

  Jabalpur Cruise Accident: Madhya Pradesh Court Orders FIR in Bargi Cruise Tragedy, Raises Questions Over Crew Negligence and Probe Gaps

  A local court in Jabalpur has directed the police to register a First Information Report (FIR) in connection with the Bargi Dam cruise tragedy, following allegations of severe negligence and gaps in the initial investigation.

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  Entertainment May 05, 2026

  Akshay Kumar Wraps Kerala Schedule for Anees Bazmee’s Next, Shares Photo With Co-Stars Vidya Balan and Raashii Khanna

  Akshay Kumar has wrapped the Kerala schedule of Anees Bazmee's upcoming untitled film. Taking to his Instagram handle on Tuesday (May 5), the Bollywood superstar shared a picture with co-stars Vidya Balan and Raashii Khanna, leaving fans excited.

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  Entertainment May 05, 2026

  Ameesha Patel Feels ‘Grateful’ As She Returns to Mumbai After Being Stranded at Dubai Airport Amid Midle East Tension (View Post)

  Ameesha Patel found herself in a major crisis after after her flight form New York to Mumbai was diverted to Muscat after UAE authorities shut their airspace amid fresh attacks. The Bollywood actress took to social media on Tuesday (May 5) to confirm that she has now reached Mumbai and is ;grateful' for everyone's prayers.

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  India May 05, 2026

  PM Modi Gujarat Visit: Prime Minister Narendra Modi To Offer Prayers at Somnath Temple, Inaugurate Sardar Dham Complex in Vadodara on May 11

  PM Modi is scheduled to begin his visit at the Somnath Temple, where he will perform darshan. Ahead of the visit, District Collector N.V. Upadhyay chaired a high-level review meeting, directing officials to complete all necessary arrangements within set timelines, including uninterrupted power supply, traffic regulation, parking management and sanitation along designated routes.

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  India May 05, 2026

  Election Commission Rubbishes Outgoing West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee’s Claims of Counting Misappropriation in Bhabanipur

  The Election Commission of India (ECI) has dismissed allegations made by Mamata Banerjee regarding irregularities in vote counting in the Bhabanipur Assembly constituency seat, stating that the claims are unfounded and not supported by evidence. The response comes amid heightened political tensions following the recent West Bengal Assembly election results.

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  India May 05, 2026

  Jammu and Kashmir Road Accident: 2 Killed, Others Missing After Vehicle Plunges Into Nallah in Mughal Road (See Pics)

  Police in Poonch district said that four individuals had gone missing on Monday while travelling on the Mughal Road, prompting a large-scale search and rescue operation. During the search operation on Tuesday, the missing vehicle was traced in a nallah at Chhattapani.

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  Entertainment May 05, 2026

  Did Pooja Hegde Predict ‘Jana Nayagan’ Co-Star Thalapathy Vijay’s Historic Tamil Nadu Elections 2026 Win During Film Shoot? (Watch Video)

  On Tuesday (May 5), actress Pooja Hegde took to her Instagram handle and shared a video with her 'Jana Nayagan' co-star Thalapathy Vijay after his historic win in the Tamil Nadu Assembly Elections 2026. In the post, the actress hinted that she predicted Vijay's victory in the elections.

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  Entertainment May 05, 2026

  ‘Laughter Chefs 3’: Sunita Ahuja Reveals She Allowed Non-Veg in Her House for First Time Only for Krushna Abhishek

  Sunita Ahuja has revealed that she made an exception to her strict vegetarian lifestyle by allowing non-vegetarian food in her home for the first time, only for her nephew Krushna Abhishek. The statement came during a recent interaction where she reflected on her close bond with the comedian and recalled memories from his younger years.

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  World May 05, 2026

  Japan Birth Crisis 2026: Under-15 Population Drops to 13.29 Million, Marking 45th Consecutive Year of Decline

  The population of children under the age of 15 in Japan has shrunk to an estimated 13.29 million as of April 1, down by 350,000 from the previous year, hitting a record low, according to government data. The data was released on Monday, a day before Japan's national Children's Day.

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  India May 05, 2026

  Amit Shah and JP Nadda Appointed As BJP’s Observers for West Bengal and Assam After Assembly Election Wins

  Union Home Minister Amit Shah was appointed BJP’s central observer for West Bengal on Tuesday, with Odisha CM Mohan Charan Majhi as co-observer. Meanwhile, JP Nadda will oversee Assam, assisted by Haryana CM Nayab Singh Saini.

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  India May 05, 2026

  Karnataka Horror: Paramour Burns Woman Alive for Refusing To Leave Husband Near Doddaballapura, Dies by Suicide Fearing Arrest

  A shocking incident linked to an alleged extramarital affair was reported on Tuesday near Jinke Bacchahalli near Doddaballapura town in Chikkaballapur district of Karnataka, where both a woman and her alleged lover have died. The deceased have been identified as Sujatha and Ramanjinappa.

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  Sports May 05, 2026

  IPL 2026: Jasprit Bumrah is Overdoing Things, Says Sunil Gavaskar

  According to Sunil Gavaskar, Jasprit Bumrah’s experimentation has disrupted his natural rhythm, making him less effective in key phases.

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  Entertainment May 05, 2026

  Cameron Diaz, Benji Madden Welcome 3rd Child 'Nautas Madden', Couple Shares Joyful Announcement on Instagram

  Hollywood actress Cameron Diaz and Benji Madden have embraced parenthood again. The couple has expanded their family with their 3rd baby. Madden shared the news on Instagram on Monday, as he posted an image of a pirate ship with the title “Nautas Madden”.

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  Entertainment May 05, 2026

  Aashirvad Cinemas Warns of Fake Casting Calls, Urges Public to Ignore Fraudulent Audition Messages; Complaint Filed

  Cautioning the public that fraudulent casting and audition communications were being circulated by unauthorised persons using its name, well known production house Aashirvad Cinemas has now urged the public not to act upon such unauthorised communications even as it informed that a formal complaint had been filed and investigation initiated in this regard.

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  Entertainment May 05, 2026

  Rebel Wilson and Wife Ramona Agruma Welcome Second Daughter Rose Estelle Amid Sydney Defamation Trial (View Post)

  Rebel Wilson and wife Ramona Agruma have announced the birth of their second daughter, Rose Estelle, born May 4. The 'Pitch Perfect' star shared the happy news on Instagram, even as she faces a high-stakes defamation trial in Sydney involving 'The Deb' lead Charlotte MacInnes. The family of four is incredibly grateful for the new arrival.

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  Entertainment May 05, 2026

  Dwayne Johnson at Met Gala 2026: The Rock Honours Polynesian Culture in Custom Thom Browne Skirt

  Dwayne Johnson made a bold Met Gala 2026 debut in a pleated skirt and mohair tailcoat by Thom Browne. Honouring his Polynesian roots, the actor noted that the 'most masculine men' in his culture wear lavalavas. The 'Costume Art' inspired look, featuring 350 meters of silk ribbons, sparked a global conversation on cultural heritage and masculinity.