Politics
View All →British-born Sikh Vikram Singh’s conviction in Henry Nowak murder sparks protests in UK
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‘Quiet’ Hegseth Plays Off Europe Against Asia: Balance of Power Special
US allies everywhere are worried about the US staying too quiet in standing up against tyranny....
Ukraine Says It Struck Saratov Refinery in Southwestern Russia
Ukraine’s military said it attacked the Rosneft PJSC’s Saratov oil refinery in southwestern Russia and an oil-pumping unit elsewhere, while local authorities reported overnight drone fires and attacks at undisclosed industrial facilities....
'Revealing chat with fellow anti-national Soros agents': Rahul Gandhi's dig at govt over CBSE OSM row
Rahul Gandhi has voiced strong criticism against the central government regarding the CBSE On-Screen Marking (OSM) controversy. He met with students who he described as brave young Indians. These students reportedly received insults instead of answer...
Rajya Sabha nomination in Tamil Nadu to begin; TVK likely to win its first upper house berth
Nominations for a Rajya Sabha seat from Tamil Nadu commence Monday. The ruling TVK is poised to win the seat vacated by an AIADMK leader. The election process includes filing nominations from June 1 to 8, with polling on June 18. The outcome will det...
At least 5 killed after collapse at illegal mining operation in China
A collapse at an illegal mining operation in China's Yunnan province on Sunday resulted in at least five fatalities and one injury. Six individuals were trapped, with all recovered and taken to the hospital. Authorities are investigating the cause of...
Nigeria’s Obi to Run for President in 2027, Splitting Opposition
Nigerian politician Peter Obi will run for president in the West African nation’s January elections, ensuring that the opposition to incumbent Bola Tinubu will once again be fragmented....
After Abhishek Banerjee, TMC MP Kalyan Banerjee allegedly attacked in Hooghly
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Karnataka: Congress High Command to decide on coordination committee, cabinet expansion top priority, says Satish Jarkiholi
"I do not know if a specific committee needs to be formed right away. If not, the current decision is final. This is ultimately a matter for our party leadership to decide," Jarkiholi told ANI....
Business
View All →Rekha Gupta visits Saket site, orders criminal case
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Ahead of Market: 10 things that will decide stock market action on Monday
Indian equity markets ended sharply lower on May 29 amid broad-based selling, MSCI-driven flows and rising volatility. Technical indicators suggest a bearish bias with key support zones in focus. Global cues, monsoon outlook and market breadth will b...
Market Trading Guide: YES Bank among two stock picks for Monday with up to 10% upside scope
Equity markets saw broad-based selling pressure after weak monsoon forecasts raised concerns over food inflation, though falling crude oil prices and easing bond yields helped limit downside risks. Investors now await key domestic triggers, including...
For mall outlets, summer's time for some cool business
Malls and retail outlets are seeing a surge in customers. Heatwaves and school holidays are keeping people indoors. Restaurants, fashion, and beauty stores are reporting higher sales. Consumers are spending more time and money in air-conditioned mall...
India-US trade negotiators to begin four-day talks on June 1
India and the US are holding crucial trade talks in New Delhi. Chief negotiators will finalize details of an interim trade agreement. This pact aims to boost market access and facilitate trade. Both nations are committed to strengthening economic tie...
India, Canada optimistic about trade negotiations
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Centre moves two CoBRA battalions to Manipur
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Iran war may force EU rethink on Russia oil cap
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ET Alpha Wealth Summit: Will AI disrupt India’s growth story or accelerate it?
Indian market is at a key inflection point as strong macroeconomic fundamentals support long-term growth, while rapid advances in artificial intelligence raise fresh questions on jobs, industries and investment opportunities. The ET Alpha Wealth Summ...
Ukraine-Russia War
View All →Singapore’s CapitaLand Sheds 10% of China Staff Amid Downturn
CapitaLand Investment Ltd. said its workforce in China plunged by about 10%, or 365 people, last year as the asset manager continues to grapple with a major real estate crisis in Asia’s largest economy....
China Mine Collapse Kills Five, Days After Deadly Shanxi Blast
Five workers died after a collapse at a mine in southwestern China, underscoring persistent safety issues and increased scrutiny following a gas blast at a coal mine in Shanxi earlier this month that killed at least 82 people....
African Development Bank Allots $650 Million for Uganda Railroad
Uganda said the African Development Bank has tentatively allocated about $650 million to partly fund the construction of a railway linking the capital, Kampala, to Malaba at the Kenyan border....
Saudi Contractor’s Owners Seek Up To $800 Million in Riyadh IPO
Saudi Arabia’s Mutlaq Al-Ghowairi Contracting Co.’s shareholders are seeking up to 3 billion riyals ($799 million) in a Riyadh initial public offering, in what would be the Gulf’s first major listing this year....
Sky exits UAE news venture after genocide denial accusations
Sky News Arabia to retain its name in brand licensing deal after criticism of its coverage of the war in SudanSky is exiting its TV news joint venture with the United Arab Emirates, Sky News Arabia, which has been criticised for its coverage of the w...
Israeli troops capture strategic Beaufort Castle as they push deeper into Lebanon
Defence minister announces seizure of fortress as advance against Hezbollah moves beyond Litani RiverMiddle East crisis – live updatesIsraeli troops have captured the 900-year-old Beaufort Castle and its strategic ridge in southern Lebanon in a signi...
India, US chief negotiators to hold four-day trade talks from June 1
The two sides are "proposed to finalise the details of the interim agreement and take forward the negotiations under the broader BTA on multiple areas that includes market access, non-tariff measures, customs and trade facilitation...
EV two-wheeler registrations surge 58% y-o-y in May; fuel supply anxiety a cause for surge, say analysts
Ather, Hero Gain Ground while Ola loses share...
Brazil is set to cut in on China's rare earths dominance
Brazil is seeing increasing demand for its vast reserves of rare earth elements. Global mining giants are betting on Brazil as the next powerhouse for critical magnetic metals and an alternative to China's dominance....
Sports
View All →IPL 2026 final: RCB going in as favourites, says Ravichandran Ashwin ahead of RCB vs GT clash
Ravichandran Ashwin sees Royal Challengers Bengaluru as favourites for the IPL 2026 final. He believes their aggressive style will be key against Gujarat Titans. Despite Gujarat's home advantage, Ashwin feels RCB have a more complete team. He advises...
Rajat vs Shubman: On different paths of cricketing destiny, RCB, GT skippers got points to prove in IPL final
A key IPL match features Rajat Patidar and Shubman Gill. Both cricketers are performing well this season. Their performances could influence future Indian T20I selections. Patidar has had a strong season with significant runs. Gill is also a top scor...
Sudharsan-Gill 54 runs away from best IPL season by batting pair
Gujarat Titans openers Shubman Gill and Sai Sudharsan are on the verge of a historic IPL record. They need just 54 runs to surpass the previous best opening partnership. This duo has been instrumental for Gujarat Titans this season. Their consistent ...
IPL 2026 Final: Will GT's Jos Buttler improve his modest T20 final record in title clash vs RCB?
Gujarat Titans face Royal Challengers Bengaluru in the IPL final. All eyes are on Jos Buttler to deliver with his big-match experience. Buttler has a strong record against RCB. He has also performed well this season for GT. His past T20 final perform...
Norway Chess: Gukesh downs Praggnanandhaa to revive title hopes; Divya storms into lead
Indian chess prodigy D Gukesh reignites his Norway Chess campaign with a win over R Praggnanandhaa. Magnus Carlsen's struggles continue as he loses to Wesley So. In the women's section, Divya Deshmukh takes the lead after defeating Zhu Jiner. The tou...
Santner added to New Zealand Test squad to face England
Spinning allrounder has completed recovery from shoulder injury, Foxcroft to return home...
Holden, De Caires fire Middlesex to first win of season
Tymal Mills takes three but Sussex flounder in chase of 214 to go bottom of South Group...
Thailand, Malaysia and China qualify for Asian Games women's competition
The three teams join the four Full Members from the region - Bangladesh, India, Pakistan and Sri Lanka - and hosts Japan at the main event...
Tendulkar's IPL reforms: no impact player, two-part powerplay, five overs for one bowler
What's the best way to return some semblance of balance between bat and ball at the IPL? Sachin Tendulkar has a three-part solution...
World
View All →Meteor explodes over United States, triggering sonic boom
A meteor broke apart over the US state of Massachusetts. Several people reported that the buildings they were in shook during the incident....
Ukraine: IAEA seeks access to Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant after reported drone strike
Russia claims that a Ukrainian drone struck the Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant. Ukraine has denied the accusation. The International Atomic Energy Agency has sought to examine the facility....
Venezuela opposition candidate Gonzalez urges new elections
Venezuelan former opposition candidate Edmundo Gonzalez Urrutia called for fresh presidential elections in Venezuela. The push comes around five months after US forces captured former President Nicolas Maduro....
Bound by blood: new film highlights Jamaica’s outlawed obeah belief system
Stew Peas focuses on obeah, an enduring African magic practice in Jamaica banned by colonisers in the 1700sA new movie from award-winning Jamaican film-maker Sosiessia Nixon shines a spotlight on Jamaica’s enduring west African-based magic and spirit...
Colombia prepares to go to polls in election shadowed by resurgence of political violence
Sunday’s presidential vote is contest between left and right – and between contradictory proposals for dealing with the decades-long armed conflictMateo Pérez Rueda was one internship away from completing a degree in political science. The 24-year-ol...
What Hungary must do to receive EU funds frozen under Orban
Prime Minister Peter Magyar and European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen announced a deal that could free up over €16 billion in EU funds for Hungary. Now, Magyar's new government needs to deliver....
Alarm at Mexico bill allowing elections to be annulled for ‘foreign interference’
Opposition says constitutional amendment would give bill ruling party carte blanche to overturn will of votersSign up for the Breaking News US newsletter emailAmid fierce criticism from opposition groups, Mexico’s senate has passed a constitutional ...
WHO puts Ebola outbreak death rate at ‘huge’ 30-50% as chief arrives in DRC
Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus calls for ceasefire among armed groups to help avoid deaths from preventable diseaseThe death rate of the Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo is between 30% and 50%, the World Health Organization has said...
Lula says Brazil will not be treated like ‘tinpot country’ after US designates gangs as terrorists
Marco Rubio made announcement after meeting president’s far-right challenger Flávio BolsonaroBrazil will not be treated as a “tinpot country,” the country’s president, Luiz Inácio da Silva, said on Friday after the United States designated Brazil’s t...
Entertainment
View All →Sara shares RARE throwback of Amrita on Mother’s Day 2026
Sara Ali Khan celebrated Mother's Day by sharing rare throwback photos of her mother Amrita Singh on Instagram, with fans noting their striking resemblance. The actress also opened up about the strong bond of her 'Pati Patni Aur Woh 2' cast. The film...
Pawan Kalyan congratulates new Tamil Nadu CM Vijay
In a significant career shift, Thalapathy Vijay officially became Tamil Nadu's Chief Minister on May 10, 2026, a moment celebrated by industry peers such as Pawan Kalyan, R Madhavan, and Kamal Haasan who expressed their support. During his first addr...
Aditi Rao reveals why Siddharth thinks she resembles a 'golden retriever'
Aditi Rao Hydari finds immense joy in her life with Persian cats, Iggy and Ollie, and husband Siddharth. She shared her emotional struggles with leaving them for shoots, the guilt her cats inflict, and the valuable life lessons they've taught her. Ad...
Dua Lipa files 15 million dollar lawsuit
Pop star Dua Lipa is making headlines once again, this time with a $15 million lawsuit against Samsung Electronics. She alleges that her photograph was featured on their television packaging without her consent, leading to misleading implications abo...
Priyanka Chopra stuns in heritage couture at Gold House Gala 2026
Priyanka Chopra Jonas was honored with the Global Vanguard Honor at the Gold House Gold Gala 2026 for her significant contributions to cross-cultural narratives. She stunned in a unique Amit Aggarwal couture gown, a reimagined two-decade-old Chikanka...
‘I will sing at the drop of a hat’: Jeff Goldblum’s honest playlist
The actor and pianist swapped playing Beethoven for Deep Purple and knows what to put on at a party, but which of his movie themes has he put words to?The first song I learned to play When I was eight, my piano teacher Tommy Emil would come over to o...
‘The Secret Agent’ Sweeps 13th Premios Platino While Netflix’s Ambitious Argentine Series ‘The Eternaut’ Dominates TV Prizes
For the second year in a row, a Brazilian feature swept top honors at the annual Ibero-American awards event Premios Platino, dubbed the Platinos Xcaret after its venue in the Riviera Maya, Mexico this year. Kleber Mendonça’s “The Secret Agent” took ...
MDAG’s Artistic Director Takes Issue With Wim Wenders, Says Politics Belongs In Films: “We Have To Talk About These Things”
The artistic director of Millennium Docs Against Gravity in Poland is offering a rebuttal to Wim Wenders after the German director said filmmakers should “stay out of politics.” “I’m not going to take issue with the person that said it, but wit...
Bafta doubles down on preparations for Sunday TV awards after N-word fallout
Ceremony organisers taking event procedures ‘extremely seriously’ after broadcast of racial slur in FebruaryUsually the most scrutiny at the glittering Bafta TV Awards is reserved for the stars’ outfits on the red carpet and the winners’ acceptance s...
Future
View All →Real Money Gaming’s GST Soup: Beating A Dead Horse
Death by a thousand cuts. That’s perhaps the most fitting way to describe the state of India’s real-money gaming (RMG)…...
Memory and medium: how Satish Gujral’s art showcases Indian modernism
In this photo essay, we feature highlights from an art exhibition at Bikaner House, curated by Raseel Gujral Ansal....
6 Best Prepaid Phone Plans (2026): Tello, Boost, Google Fi, More
Forget the pricey, postpaid cell plans and two-year contracts. Save with one of these WIRED-tested options from US Mobile, Boost, and Google Fi....
Best Unlimited Phone Plan: T-Mobile, AT&T, Verizon Compared
I sifted through the fine print and figured out how to score the best deal right now on all the major carriers....
How Turkey Hacked the Hair Transplant Industry
From specialized motors to the use of machine learning algorithms, Turkey’s billion-dollar hair-transplant industry is the result of a constant process of innovation....
SoftBank says it will invest up to €75 billion to build French data centers
The goal, the firm said, is to develop and operate up to 5 gigawatts of additional data center capacity....
EaseMyTrip Bleeds In Q4, Posts ₹15 Cr Loss
Online travel aggregator (OTA) EaseMyTrip slipped into the red in Q4 FY26, reporting a net loss of ₹15.4 Cr compared…...
This weekend’s two biggest movies were both directed by YouTubers
The YouTube-to-prestige-horror pipeline is looking very strong....
SoftBank to spend $87.5 billion on AI centres in France: Son
Japanese tech investor SoftBank will spend 75 billion euros ($87.5 billion) on artificial intelligence infrastructure in France, its founder Masayoshi Son told a French newspaper in an interview released Saturday. "75 billion euros in total," Son tol...