Suvendu Adhikari’s Personal Assistant shot dead in West Bengal’s Madhyamgram
BJP leader Suvendu Adhikari PA Chandranath Rath shot at Madhyamgram, North 24 Pargana. He was rushed to the hospital but he was declared dead.
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BCCI announces schedule for India Women, India A, and India U19 bilateral series
The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) announced the schedule and venues for the India senior women’s teams, as well as India A and India U19. The Indian women’s team will be playing against Zimbabwe for the first time in an international match.
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Trump warns of ‘much higher level’ of bombing if Iran rejects deal amid peace talks
US President Donald Trump on Wednesday warned that the US bombing of Iran will resume at a “much higher level and intensity” if Tehran does not agree to a deal to end the war.
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Mumbai Airport to remain shut for 6 hours tomorrow: Check timing, advisory for passengers
Mumbai’s Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (CSMIA) on Wednesday said it will suspend all flight operations for six hours from 11 am to 5 pm on May 7 (Thursday) as part of scheduled pre-monsoon maintenance.
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OPINION | Can Mamata unite the opposition?
Preparations for the formation of new governments in West Bengal, Assam, Tamil Nadu, and Kerala have begun. TVK chief superstar Vijay will probably take oath as Tamil Nadu CM on May 7, and Himanta Biswa Sarma may take oath again as CM of Assam after May 11.
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Vijay’s oath unlikely tomorrow as Tamil Nadu Governor not convinced with numbers for majority: Sources
The possibility of actor-turned-politician and Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) chief Vijay taking oath as Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu on Thursday (May 7) appears highly unlikely, as per sources. According to sources, Governor Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar told leaders during a meeting that it would be more appropriate to proceed only after receiving a letter proving support from 118 MLAs, the number required for a majority in the State Assembly.
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US and Iran nearing 14-point memorandum, launch 30-day negotiation window to end war: Reports
In a significant development, negotiations between Washington and Tehran are reportedly advancing towards a preliminary accord aimed at halting current hostilities and establishing a framework for expansive nuclear talks. As per an Axios report, which cited several American officials and sources acquainted with the dialogue, the progress is being viewed as the most significant development since the onset of the conflict, though a definitive resolution has not yet been secured. The reported framework consists of a “one-page, 14-point memorandum of understanding” designed to trigger an immediate ceasefire and launch a “30-day negotiation window” to hammer out a broader settlement.
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JEE Main paper 2 result 2026 OUT at jeemain.nta.nic.in; how to download scorecard pdf
The JEE Main paper 2 (BArch/ BPlanning) result 2026 has been declared. The candidates can check and download the JEE paper 2 scorecard on the official website – jeemain.nta.nic.in. The JEE Main paper two scorecard PDF login credentials are – registration number/ roll number, date of birth.
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Samson’s masterclass, Kartik’s second fiddle take CSK home on tacky Delhi surface, boosts playoffs hopes
Sanju Samson put up a batting masterclass, while Kartik Sharma played another strong knock as Chennai Super Kings defeated the Delhi Capitals in the 48th match of the Indian Premier League 2026 on Tuesday, May 5. The Super Kings chased down a middling 156-run target at a tacky Arun Jaitley Stadium to register their fifth win of the tournament, which also boosts their playoff chances.
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Aishwarya Rai Bachchan to Alia Bhatt, Indian celebs likely to grace Cannes 2026 red carpet | See list
Every year, numerous filmmakers and actors participate in the Cannes Film Festival. While the event serves as a platform for screening films on one hand, it also hosts a glamorous, fashion-filled Red Carpet event on the other. This year, too, the 79th Cannes Film Festival will commence on May 12, with several celebrities from India expected to attend. Find out who might be making their debut at Cannes this year.
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