Boy loses two fingers after crude bomb explodes in Kerala’s Kannur
A boy was injured when a crude improvised explosive device detonated in Kannur, Kerala, resulting in the amputation of two fingers. Emergency services responded to the incident, which raised concerns about safety and ill...
‘Evil Dead Burn’ trailer released, continues Sam Raimi’s horror legacy
A new trailer for ‘Evil Dead Burn’, the latest installment in Sam Raimi’s horror franchise, was unveiled. Directed by Sébastien Vaniček, the film follows a grieving woman who retreats to her in‑laws’ remote home after he...
Vummidi Bangaru Jewellers opens flagship showroom, marks next chapter for 125‑year‑old brand
Heritage jewellery retailer Vummidi Bangaru Jewellers inaugurated a new flagship showroom, expanding its footprint after 125 years in business. The opening featured a ceremonial sceptre linked to India’s historic transfe...
FIR lodged against wife and son of Anantnag MLA for sealing government hospital
Police filed a First Information Report against the wife and son of Anantnag legislator Syed for allegedly locking a government health facility in the Damhal Khosipora area of Jammu and Kashmir. Authorities said the acti...
U.S. tourist dies overnight on Dal Lake houseboat in Kashmir
John David Anderson, a U.S. visitor traveling with his wife Judith Anne McCarthy, fell ill during the night and passed away while staying on a houseboat on Dal Lake in Jammu and Kashmir. Local officials are conducting an...
Indian stock markets bounce back as oil prices dip amid US‑Iran talks
Early trade on Indian bourses showed a rebound, helped by a decline in global oil prices following progress in U.S.–Iran negotiations. Among the laggards were Larsen & Toubro, Hindustan Unilever, NTPC and Power Grid, whi...
ASEAN Leaders Under Pressure
ASEAN leaders are under pressure to address the economic fallout of the Iran conflict....
Thai Cabinet Approves $12bn Loan
Thailand's cabinet has approved plans to borrow $12 billion to ease the economic fallout of the Iran war....
Japan Denies Extra Budget Plans
Japan has denied plans for an extra budget, despite volatile yen and bond markets....
India's Rupee Erodes in Value
The Indian rupee is eroding in value, despite the country's dramatic economic growth....
Japan Expands Oil and Mineral Interests in Angola
During a recent Africa tour, Japan expressed interest in increasing its involvement in Angola's oil and mineral sectors. The country has been seeking to diversify its energy sources and secure critical minerals for its i...
Trailer released for ‘Tony’: Dominic Sessa portrays young Anthony Bourdain
A24 unveiled the trailer for ‘Tony’, a biopic starring Dominic Sessa as a 19‑year‑old Anthony Bourdain during a formative summer in Provincetown, Massachusetts in the mid‑1970s. The film explores the early experiences th...
Irish regulator launches probe into Facebook and Instagram over alleged user profiling
Ireland’s data protection authority announced an investigation into Meta’s platforms Facebook and Instagram for possible unlawful profiling of users. The probe will examine whether automated systems generate personalised...
Study highlights how classroom emotional climate influences student learning
Educators are urged to cultivate classrooms marked by respect, patience and encouragement, as research shows these emotional climates boost meaningful learning. The article argues that teachers’ conscious efforts to crea...
Three Indians injured in Iran‑linked drone strike that sparked fire at Fujairah petroleum zone
A drone strike attributed to Iran caused a fire at the Fujairah Petroleum Industries Zone in the United Arab Emirates on May 4, injuring three Indian nationals. Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi condemned the attack as...
Bulldozer demolishes structures in Kolkata’s New Market, sparking political tension
A bulldozer operation razed several structures in Kolkata’s historic New Market, prompting accusations from the Trinamool Congress that the demolition reflects the BJP’s promised “poriborton”. Local authorities defended ...
Hong Kong secondary school to review tightened phone ban after student backlash
Kwun Tong Maryknoll College announced it will seek feedback from parents, students and staff and review the scope of its newly tightened mobile‑phone policy after widespread student outcry. The school had planned to exte...
Kerala MLA G. Sudhakaran rules out joining Congress, blames CPI(M) ideological drift
G. Sudhakaran, a former minister and independent MLA from Kerala, rejected rumours that he might switch to the Congress party, citing personal independence. He blamed the Communist Party of India (Marxist) for an “ideolo...
CRPF soldier Surinder Singh found dead in Shopian camp, J&K
Surinder Singh, a jawan of the Central Reserve Police Force, collapsed and was taken to a hospital before being declared dead on arrival. The incident occurred at a CRPF camp in Shopian, Jammu and Kashmir. Authorities ha...
Film Producer R.B. Choudary Dies in Tragic Accident
Veteran Indian film producer R.B. Choudary, head of Super Good Films, was killed in a tragic accident. The news prompted condolences from industry peers who highlighted his contributions to Tamil cinema. His death is bei...