Times of India

Royal Challengers Bengaluru secured a dominant eight-wicket victory against Punjab Kings in Qualifier 1, reaching their first IPL final since 2016. Punjab's batting collapse led to a paltry 101, which RCB chased down swiftly. However, the match was marred by controversy as Virat Kohli faced criticism for allegedly taunting debutant Musheer Khan, sparking a social media debate regarding sportsmanship.

Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar, facing scrutiny over recent gaffes, mistakenly mentioned former PM Vajpayee instead of PM Modi at a public event, prompting opposition leaders like Tejashwi Yadav to question his health. Despite the error, Kumar praised the Modi government's development efforts in Bihar, highlighting infrastructure projects and welcoming the caste enumeration initiative.

The Supreme Court of India has ordered that the National Eligibility-cum-Entrance Test for Postgraduate (NEET-PG) 2025 will be held in one shift. This decision follows concerns about fairness in a two-shift format. The National Board of Examinations will adjust logistics. Medical aspirants and educators welcome the change. The exam is scheduled for June 15, 2025.

Kamal Haasan faces backlash and boycott calls in Karnataka over his remark that "Kannada is born out of Tamil." He refuses to apologize unless proven wrong, dismissing threats from pro-Kannada groups. The Karnataka Film Chamber of Commerce has banned the release of his upcoming film 'Thug Life' in the state until he apologizes, escalating the cultural and political storm.

An Indian tourist was attacked by a tiger at an animal park in Thailand while attempting to take a selfie. The incident, captured on video, sparked widespread criticism and reignited debates about animal cruelty and wildlife ethics. The man sustained minor injuries, and the video has drawn millions of views, raising concerns about risky tourist attractions.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched a strong critique of the Rashtriya Janata Dal and Lalu Yadav during a rally in Karakat, Bihar, asserting that the state's progress began with the end of "jungle raj." He highlighted the inauguration of the modernized Patna Airport terminal, Greenfield corridors, and new bridges.

The victim had been employed as a receptionist at the resort for about 20 days before she was killed, allegedly after sexual assault. Her murder set off protests throughout the state, prompting the state government to set up a special investigation team (SIT) to probe the matter.

Telangana Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy asserted that India would have reclaimed Pakistan-Occupied Kashmir (PoK) if Rahul Gandhi had been Prime Minister. He criticized the BJP-led NDA government's hasty ceasefire with Pakistan after a military strike, questioning the lack of transparency and strategy. Reddy highlighted Rahul Gandhi's support for reclaiming PoK, contrasting it with the current government's approach.

Memorial Day diners at Block Island's Dead Eye Dicks witnessed a startling sight: a massive 20-foot shark gliding through Great Salt Pond. The Atlantic Shark Institute reported the sighting, noting the shark's species is unidentified. Marine experts say such sightings are consistent with seasonal behavior as sharks follow prey closer to shore during warmer months.

Odisha Vigilance Department recovered approximately Rs 2.1 crore in cash during raids at seven locations connected to Baikuntha Nath Sarangi, chief engineer in the state’s Rural Development Department, following allegations of disproportionate assets. Sarangi allegedly attempted to dispose of bundles of Rs 500 notes from his Bhubaneswar flat as vigilance officers arrived.

An altercation between two IRS officers in Lucknow's Income Tax office escalated into violence, leaving officer Gaurav Garg injured. Garg was allegedly attacked by a senior colleague with a glass tumbler and paperweight. Police have registered an FIR, and Garg is currently out of danger.

As the Bharat Rashtra Samithi celebrates its silver jubilee, a power struggle seems to be emerging between KCR's children, KTR and Kavitha, fueled by dissatisfaction over party control and influence. Kavitha's discontent surfaced after expressing concerns about KCR's speech and her perceived sidelining within the party, leading her to independently pursue initiatives.

One of the earliest signs of heart failure is feeling unusually tired or weak, even during simple daily activities like climbing stairs, shopping, or walking short distances. This happens because the heart is not pumping enough oxygen-rich blood to the muscles and organs, leading to a constant feeling of exhaustion. People often dismiss this fatigue as just getting older or being out of shape, but it can be a warning sign of heart failure

Virat Kohli’s passion and intensity were on full display as he led RCB to the IPL 2025 final. Though no longer captain, he remains the emotional core of the team, driving them forward with relentless energy. With one match to go, fans wonder: will this be the year Kohli finally lifts the IPL trophy he’s longed for?

Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella attributed recent layoffs to reorganization rather than performance, impacting even product development roles. The company is aggressively pushing its Copilot AI assistants, securing a significant deal with Barclays for 100,000 licenses. While adoption is growing, some clients are proceeding cautiously, awaiting clearer returns on Microsoft's AI investments.

On Friday, Shubman Gill's Gujarat Titans (GT) will take on Hardik Pandya's Mumbai Indians (MI) in the Eliminator at Punjab cricket's new home, the New PCA Stadium in Mullanpur. It will also be the first time Shubman Gill will play at home after becoming India's Test captain. He has led GT from the front, and winning the IPL will give him the right momentum ahead of the marathon he is expected to have in whites for India.

Shashi Tharoor expressed disappointment over Colombia's condolences for lives lost in Pakistan after India's counterstrike, emphasizing India's right to self-defense following the Pahalgam attack. He highlighted the lack of action from Pakistan against terrorists and presented evidence of Pakistani military officials attending terrorist funerals, underscoring Pakistan's complicity in supporting terrorism.

US President Donald Trump on Thursday announced a joint press conference at the White House’s Oval Office for 11 pm (IST) on Friday after Elon Musk stepped down from his role as a special government employee.

Humayun Kabir, a Jadavpur University graduate, was arrested for murdering his parents in Memari. He also attacked four teachers at a Bongaon orphanage. Kabir was found to be radicalized and browsing jihadi literature. He had lost his job and was divorced. Police are investigating his extremist links and a possible plan to flee to Bangladesh.

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