Teen sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi scripted history during Rajasthan Royals’ IPL 2026 Qualifier 2 clash against Gujarat Titans. The 15 year old smashed 96 off 47 balls with 8 fours and 7 sixes. He became the first uncapped player to score 700 plus runs in a single IPL season and also the fastest batter to complete 1000 IPL runs in terms of balls faced.

Rishabh Pant has stepped down as Lucknow Super Giants captain after the team’s disastrous IPL season. Bought for a record Rs 27 crore, Pant failed to deliver both as skipper and batter, with LSG finishing last after winning just three matches. The franchise accepted his decision immediately. Reports suggest pressure from management and poor performances influenced Pant’s move.

Actor Naga Chaitanya approached the Delhi High Court seeking protection against AI generated videos, manipulated clips and defamatory online content using his name and image. His legal team objected to claims linking his divorce with Samantha Ruth Prabhu and accused several platforms of spreading false narratives for traffic. The court issued summons and scheduled the next hearing for September 30.

The government has decided to involve the Indian Air Force to transport NEET UG 2026 question papers for the June 21 re-exam. This move aims to ensure a leak proof and secure examination process after earlier paper leak issues. Officials said multiple agencies will coordinate to maintain strict security and conduct a fair nationwide medical entrance exam smoothly.

A photo of Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay with an air hostess has gone viral on social media. The cabin crew member Uma Meenakshi shared the picture on Instagram after meeting him on a flight. She described the duty as extra special. Fans praised Vijay's humble nature and approachable image, making the post widely shared online across platforms social media.

Karnataka politics witnessed dramatic developments as reports suggested Chief Minister Siddaramaiah may resign soon. Deputy CM D. K. Shivakumar attended a breakfast meeting with ministers and was seen touching Siddaramaiah’s feet. Siddaramaiah reportedly wished him “all the best,” fueling strong speculation that DK could soon become Karnataka’s next Chief Minister.

After months of internet shutdown, Iran has finally restored partial online access across the country. However, many apps including YouTube, Instagram still face restrictions, while internet speeds remain slow. The shutdown badly affected businesses, content creators and families trying to contact loved ones abroad. Many Iranians now fear authorities could impose another sudden blackout if tensions rise again.

Megastar Chiranjeevi paid an emotional tribute to legendary actor and formerCM NTR on his birth anniversary. Sharing a nostalgic picture with NTR, Chiranjeevi called him an eternal icon of Telugu pride and cinema. He also said receiving the NTR National Award remains one of the most special honors in his life.

Indian-origin neurosurgeon Chirag Patel has been suspended for eight months in the UK after a tribunal found he had a sexual relationship with a patient and secretly prescribed addictive opioids without proper records. Patel reportedly claimed he continued prescriptions after being “blackmailed” over the affair.

The family of Hyderabad mountaineer Arun Kumar Tiwari has decided not to retrieve his body from Mount Everest after his death near the Hillary Step. Calling Everest “Lord Shiva’s abode,” the family cited spiritual beliefs and the extreme dangers of recovery operations in the mountain’s deadly “Death Zone.”

Chiranjeevi’s intervention has cleared the way for Peddi in Telangana. Exhibitors have decided to continue with the rental system for the film, keeping the percentage model on hold till June 30.

Sr Actor Jagapathi Babu has expressed strong confidence in Peddi, calling it a film that could take the Telugu film industry to new heights. He revealed that his character in the movie has more depth and a bigger makeover than his role in Rangasthalam. Jagapathi Babu said he would rank his role in Peddi as the best performance of his career so far. Watch Here: Full Interview

Prof. Nageshwar made a strong statement saying it is up to the authorities whether to arrest him or withdraw the cases. He declared that they will continue speaking and even invited police to inform him the time and place if they want to arrest him. Though Pawan Kalyan forgives him, Prof is not going back. Watch Here

TDP leader Kirak RP revealed that ace director Shankar openly admitted Chandrababu Naidu inspired one of his films Oke Okkadu. RP shared this interesting anecdote at TDP's Mahanadu Event. Watch Here

Power Shift In Karnataka? Congress High Command is reportedly preparing for a major leadership change in the state. Reports suggest Chief Minister Siddaramaiah may step down this week, while Deputy CM DK Shivakumar is likely to take oath as the new Chief Minister on May 30 amid intense political buzz.

Telangana recorded 45 heatwave deaths on May 26, 2026, with Khammam and Warangal reporting the highest casualties. The total heat related death toll in the state has now reached 265. Sudden rains and thunderstorms later brought temporary relief in Hyderabad and several districts after days of extreme temperatures.

A 28-year-old woman who arrived in Bengaluru from Uganda was isolated after showing Ebola-like symptoms, triggering a health scare across the city. Authorities shifted her to a government hospital and sent samples for testing. Officials clarified that no Ebola case has been confirmed in India so far.

The Enforcement Directorate conducted raids at former Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan’s Thiruvananthapuram residence and 11 other locations across Kerala under the PMLA. The probe is linked to alleged payments of ₹1.72 crore made by CMRL to Exalogic Solutions, a company owned by Vijayan’s daughter Veena.

TDP’s Mahanadu 2026 begins today and will be held for two days in a hybrid format. Party cadres will participate digitally through LED screens set up across 1,848 clusters. Special focus has been given to women’s empowerment and the 2029 election roadmap. Around 20 resolutions will be discussed, while party chief N. Chandrababu Naidu is expected to outline the party’s future action plan.

Jubilee Hills Police have registered a case against a YouTube channel for allegedly spreading false and morphed videos about the health of Chiranjeevi. The complaint stated that manipulated visuals and misleading content were circulated on social media, harming the megastar’s reputation. Police have launched an investigation into the matter after obtaining court permission.