Cricket Canada’s newly elected president Arvinder Khosa faced a shocking scare after gunshots were fired at his Surrey residence. The attack comes amid explosive allegations of corruption, match-fixing, and links to organized crime within Canadian cricket. No injuries were reported, but police have launched an investigation.

The Congress party is poised to join the government led by Chief Minister Vijay. Two MLAs from the party—Rajesh Kumar and P. Viswanathan—are scheduled to take their oaths as ministers on Thursday. AICC General Secretary K.C. Venugopal announced that Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge has given his approval for this move.

US President Donald Trump sparked fresh headlines after joking that he could one day run for Prime Minister in Israel. Claiming he enjoys “99% approval” there, Trump made the remark while defending Israeli leader Benjamin Netanyahu during a media interaction.

Social media sensation Mohammed Pasha, popularly known as “Kurchi Thatha” for his viral “Kurchi Madathapetti” dialogue, passed away after suffering a sudden heart attack while walking at Krishna Kanth Park in Hyderabad. His unexpected demise has left internet users and followers shocked.

Professional networking giant LinkedIn has announced over 600 layoffs across California, sparking panic in the tech sector. The job cuts come despite strong revenue growth, with restructuring and AI-driven operational changes reportedly behind the company’s latest workforce reduction plans.

Director Prashanth Neel turned emotional while speaking about directing Jr NTR in Dragon. Calling it his “biggest achievement,” Neel revealed he has been a huge fan of Tarak for the last 25 years, making this collaboration truly special for him and fans alike.

Just a day before its theatrical release, Drishyam 3 landed in legal trouble as Rajkumar Theatres Pvt. Ltd. approached the Madras High Court claiming exclusive Telugu remake rights. The court issued notices to the makers, making any Telugu rights deal subject to the final verdict.

The Reserve Bank of India has announced a $5 billion USD-INR swap auction on May 26 to inject long-term liquidity into the banking system. The move comes as the rupee faces pressure amid global uncertainties, with RBI aiming to stabilize liquidity and support financial markets.

After returning from his recent foreign family vacation, Y. S. Jagan Mohan Reddy is set to address the media on Thursday at 11 AM at the YSR Congress Party central office in Tadepalli, raising political curiosity across Andhra Pradesh.

In a historic political shift, the Congress party is set to re-enter the Tamil Nadu cabinet after 59 years under Chief Minister Vijay. Two Congress MLAs are expected to take oath as ministers, marking a major boost to the TVK-Congress alliance in the state.

Superstar Rajinikanth’s highly awaited sequel Jailer 2 is reportedly targeting a September 11, 2026 theatrical release. Directed by Nelson Dilipkumar, the action entertainer is expected to arrive during the festive holiday weekend, giving the film a massive pan-India box office boost.

HDFC Bank has introduced a two-day work-from-home policy for employees in its business and corporate enabling functions for the next 30 days. The move comes amid rising fuel-saving measures and PM Narendra Modi’s appeal to reduce unnecessary travel. Customer-facing banking operations will continue normally.

Strengthening India-Italy ties, Prime Minister Narendra Modi attended a special dinner hosted by Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni in Rome during the final leg of his five-nation tour. The meeting highlighted growing strategic cooperation, trade discussions, and the warm personal rapport between the two leaders.

The Telugu Film Chamber confirmed that Peddi will release without any hurdles despite ongoing percentage system discussions. The chamber also approved special payments if ticket prices are hiked in Andhra Pradesh and Telangana. Producers, distributors, and exhibitors mutually agreed to implement a new percentage system before the next big release. DETAILS

Actor Manchu Manoj revealed that his wife Bhuma Mounika Reddy is likely to contest in the next elections, sparking fresh political buzz in Andhra Pradesh. Manoj said people naturally expect her political entry after their active involvement during previous election campaigns.

Director Venkat Prabhu surprised Vijay with the iconic “TN07 CM 2026” number plate from their film The Greatest of All Time. The plate, which became hugely viral after Vijay’s political rise, is now being seen by fans as a symbolic reel-to-real moment in Tamil Nadu politics.

Producers, distributors, and exhibitors once again met at the Film Chamber, but no agreement was reached over the percentage issue. Exhibitors are demanding a share even for big films like Peddi and want a written commitment before its release. Producers offered rent plus 7.5 percent, while a final decision is expected tomorrow.

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay has ordered a complete revamp of Amma Canteens across the state after complaints over food quality and maintenance. The government plans to upgrade infrastructure, buy new cooking equipment, and ensure tasty, hygienic food reaches the public without interruption.

Actor and content creator Twisha Sharma was found dead at her husband’s home in Bhopal just five months after marriage. Her family alleged dowry harassment, mental torture, and domestic abuse. Police formed a special investigation team after injury marks and disturbing final messages raised serious suspicions around the case.

Sam Altman revealed that Indian users have created over 1 billion images using ChatGPT Images 2.0 within weeks of launch. From anime edits to cinematic AI art, India has emerged as the biggest market for OpenAI’s latest image tool, showcasing the country’s massive AI craze.