Politics
Rajya Sabha Chairman Accepts Merger of Seven AAP MPs with BJP
Rajya Sabha chairman C P Radhakrishnan accepted the merger of seven AAP MPs with BJP, boosting BJP's strength to 113. AAP cries foul, threatens legal action.
World
Bengal Workers' Exodus Slows Construction in Trichy Ahead of Elections
The return of guest workers from West Bengal to vote in assembly elections has slowed government and private construction projects in Trichy, forcing contractors to rely on local labour.
Entertainment
Shakira Concert Worker Dies in Stage Accident in Rio de Janeiro
A technician was killed while setting up Shakira's free concert in Rio de Janeiro. The stage was being assembled on Copacabana beach for her May 2 show. Organizers expressed condolences but confirmed the concert will proceed.
Business
BMC Approves Jain International Organisation to Run Kandivli Hostel for Women
BMC's Improvements Committee approved Jain International Organisation to operate a 135-bed women's hostel in Kandivli East, despite opposition from Congress members concerned about privatisation of civic assets.
Lifestyle
Technology
Entrepreneurship Needs Emphasis in Higher Education: Mungekar
B L Mungekar, speaking at BASE University, stressed that higher education must prioritise entrepreneurship over placement-led models for India's graduates.
Land-Based Microplastic Sources 20 Times Higher Than Ocean
A University of Vienna study reveals land-based sources emit 20 times more airborne microplastics than oceans, challenging previous beliefs about plastic pollution origins.
Metasports Interactive Raises $20M for Hitwicket Game
Metasports Interactive raises $20 million from Metica to scale its multiplayer cricket game Hitwicket, targeting global expansion with AI-led strategies.
Low-Maintenance Flowers for a Beautiful Garden Without Work
Discover easy-to-grow flowers like coneflowers, black-eyed Susans, lavender, yarrow, bishop's hat, and stonecrop that thrive with minimal care, perfect for busy gardeners.
Kochi Hosts Second LK International Short Film Festival
The second edition of LK International Short Film Festival (LKIFF) will be held in Kochi with over 1,000 entries. Malayalam director Kamal chairs the jury. Cash prizes include Rs 1,00,000 for Best Short Film.
