Russia unleashed a major overnight assault on Ukrainian cities, including Kyiv and Dnipro, hours after President Zelenskyy’s warning. Fatalities and injuries were reported in Dnipro, with fears of people trapped in Kyiv’s rubble. Meanwhile, a Ukrainian drone strike claimed a civilian life in Russia’s Kursk region. Peace efforts remain stalled amidst escalating cross-border attacks.
In the sensational IPL-2026 season, young talent Vaibhav Sooryavanshi took the spotlight, smashing records left and right. Not to be outdone, the legendary Virat Kohli proved that age is just a number with his phenomenal performances on the field. Meanwhile, Rajat Patidar steered RCB to triumph, securing a remarkable second title.
Florida has sued OpenAI and CEO Sam Altman, alleging they knowingly marketed ChatGPT despite risks to children and the public. The lawsuit claims the company prioritized growth over safety, failing to implement safeguards for minors and contributing to harm, including self-harm and criminal planning. OpenAI disputes these allegations, citing its safety measures.
Royal Challengers Bengaluru secured their second IPL title, defeating Gujarat Titans. Amidst the celebrations, Phil Salt and Suyash Sharma achieved a rare IPL title hat-trick, winning three consecutive trophies with Kolkata Knight Riders and then RCB. They join Karn Sharma as the only players to achieve this remarkable feat.
In the cases of both South Korea and Taiwan, the stock market rally is fuelled by a powerful surge in semiconductor giants that are benefiting from the global artificial intelligence boom.
The National Testing Agency’s (NTA) re-examination portal has come under scrutiny after cybersecurity researchers alleged vulnerabilities that could expose administrative data and provide unauthorized access to portal functions. The claims, shared online, remain independently unverified, and NTA has yet to respond to queries seeking clarification. The allegations emerge amid heightened concerns over the security of
Many salaried taxpayers are already gearing up to submit their returns, hoping to finish the process early, receive refunds sooner or avoid the usual rush closer to the deadline. But before rushing to file, there is one crucial question taxpayers should consider.
World No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka showcased a dominant performance, defeating former champion Naomi Osaka 7-5, 6-3 to reach the French Open quarter-finals. Sabalenka’s powerful serving and precision were key, and she delighted the crowd with a memorable Michael Jackson moonwalk celebration after her victory.
Round 7 of Norway Chess saw Indian stars bounce back after a difficult previous round. R Praggnanandhaa defeated Alireza Firouzja in a commanding classical game, while Divya Deshmukh beat Koneru Humpy in an Armageddon tie-break to remain second in the women’s standings. Meanwhile, Magnus Carlsen and D Gukesh won their Armageddon games but remained at
Mamata Banerjee challenged the BJP to arrest her, accusing them of attempting to dismantle the Trinamool Congress through intimidation and bribery. She vowed to protest on June 2, even without official permission, and threatened to move the demonstration to Delhi. Banerjee also alleged widespread election rigging and police complicity in suppressing dissent in Bengal.
