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Panda hugs denied: Trump returns home to Washington mauling after China flex

The TOI correspondent from Washington: US President Donald Trump is heading back from his high-stakes Beijing summit facing a storm of criticism at home that he effectively conceded geopolitical ground to a rising China, even as he touted commercial agreements and claimed he had stood firm on Taiwan.

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UK health secretary quits cabinet, says PM Starmer lacks vision and direction

TOI correspondent from London: UK health secretary Wes Streeting resigned from the cabinet on Thursday with a scathing letter telling UK PM Keir Starmer he had lost faith in his leadership. "Where we need vision, we have a vacuum. Where we need direction, we have drift," Streeting said in a…

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Devji: This former top Maoist, who had a ₹1 crore bounty on his head, is now appearing for exams after 40 years and wants to become a lawyer

Nearly four decades after abandoning his studies, former Maoist leader Devji, 63, reappeared for his Telugu Intermediate exam. He secured special permission to complete his education, which was disrupted in 1983 due to police intimidation during exams. Devji now plans to pursue law to advocate for marginalized communities.

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The art of the kneel: China hands Donald Trump a reality check about its rise

TOI correspondent from Washington: If symbolism is the first language of diplomacy, then US President Donald Trump’s visit to Beijing this week amounted to a geopolitical translation of a changing world order: a confident, ascendant China speaking as an equal — if not superior — power to an American president…

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CBSE Class 12 topper who scored 97.2% reveals why taking breaks are important: ‘Burnout is real’

CBSE Class 12 results brought mixed emotions for students. Aarav Goel, a Shiv Nadar School student, achieved 97.20 percent in Science. He shared his experience of managing stress from both board exams and NEET. Aarav highlighted the mental exhaustion and the importance of balance during intense academic preparation.

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Prateek Yadav death mystery deepens as postmortem reveals six unexplained injuries

Prateek Yadav passed away yesterday. Six antemortem injuries were found on his body, with three dating back five to seven days and three about a day old. His death was caused by a massive blockage in his lung's blood vessels. Doctors are conducting tests on preserved samples to determine the…

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Bob Blackman calls on UK police to investigate ‘utterly depraved video’ targeting Modi

TOI correspondent from London: A British MP is calling on the UK police to investigate a video by an extremist group, which has resurfaced about a year later on social media, showing inflammatory content about Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The video has triggered outrage among the Indian diaspora.

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Panipat couple dies by suicide after alleged harassment by ‘reel-obsessed’ daughter-in-law

A Panipat couple tragically died after allegedly enduring months of harassment from their daughter-in-law and her family. Police are investigating the love marriage's breakdown, reportedly due to lifestyle clashes and the daughter-in-law's social media activities. Family members claim the deceased faced bullying and assault, leading to severe distress. A case…

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PM Narendra Modi's convoy reduced to just two cars, watch viral video

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has significantly reduced his convoy size to just two vehicles during recent domestic travel, a move also adopted by Union Home Minister Amit Shah. This austerity push, aimed at fuel conservation and sustainable practices, aligns with the PM's appeal for reduced fuel and gold consumption, prompting…

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NEET-UG 2026 paper leak probe handed to CBI, 'guess paper' sold for up to Rs 25 lakh: Report

The CBI is now investigating the NEET-UG 2026 paper leak. Rajasthan Police previously claimed a "paper leak mafia" sold leaked questions. The network allegedly spanned multiple states. The CBI has registered a case and is questioning suspects. Investigators found matches between a "guess paper" and the actual exam questions.

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PM Narendra Modi asks SPG to halve convoy size amid austerity push: Report

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has ordered a significant cut in his official carcade. The Special Protection Group is reducing convoy vehicles by nearly half. He also wants more electric vehicles used. This move signals a broader push for austerity across government ministries. Officials are now discussing ways to cut fuel…

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In setback for Balen, Nepal SC stays ban on student politics, trade unions

Gen Z activists criticise route as 'undemocratic', say govt elected on reform mandate can't use executive speed to bypass Parl

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Delhi air pollution update: Govt introduces new 100 GSM rule for green nets to fight construction dust

Delhi green nets: Delhi has introduced a new minimum quality standard for the green nets used at construction sites after pollution authorities found many existing nets were too thin to effectively block dust. The Delhi Pollution Control Committee (DPCC) has now made it mandatory for all construction and demolition sites…

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Why was NEET 2026 exam cancelled? Full timeline of leak, 'guess paper' controversy, Rajasthan-Uttarakhand link & what we know so far

NEET 2026 exam cancelled: The cancellation of NEET-UG 2026 has triggered a nationwide controversy after investigators uncovered alleged large-scale circulation of a “guess paper” that reportedly overlapped significantly with the actual May 3 examination. Following inputs from multiple states, especially Rajasthan and Uttarakhand, and findings shared by law enforcement agencies,…

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How ₹87 online push-button knives are fueling stabbing incidents in Delhi: What they are

Stabbing incidents in Delhi are linked to easily available button knives ordered online. Despite legal restrictions, these weapons are listed on e-commerce sites. Police are cracking down, but sellers use alternate descriptions to bypass filters. The knives are preferred for crimes due to concealability and quick activation. Authorities warn that…

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Dhoom-fame Suzuki Hayabusa speeding at 160 kmph crashes in Hyderabad, leaves five dead, including infant

A tragic accident on the Mahabubnagar bypass road claimed five lives, including two children. A superbike, reportedly travelling at 160 kmph and possibly involved in a street race, collided with a car. The car occupants were returning from a family gathering. The biker and a pillion rider died instantly. Three…

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NEET-UG cancelled due to paper leak: How a PG in Rajasthan created a mess for 22 lakh medical students

The National Testing Agency (NTA) has cancelled the NEET (UG) 2026 exam, conducted on May 3, due to alleged paper leaks. The CBI will investigate the matter, with preliminary findings suggesting a question set circulated 15 days to a month prior. The NTA stated the decision was made to uphold…

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Noida International Airport may lose fare edge over IGI despite UP’s fuel tax relief. Why?

Flyers may not find cheaper flights from the new Noida International Airport as higher airport tariffs and passenger charges offset Uttar Pradesh's lower aviation fuel tax. Airlines warn these costs could make fares similar to or higher than Delhi's Indira Gandhi International Airport, potentially discouraging passenger shift.

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20,000 Indian seafarers caught in Gulf tensions; Mariners' body raises alarm

More than 20,000 Indian seafarers in the Gulf and Strait of Hormuz are facing growing risks amid escalating regional tensions, prompting the National Union of Seafarers of India (NUSI) to urge the government to activate urgent evacuation measures. The union warned that any conflict spillover could leave vessels stranded without…

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Up to 100% hike likely on property registration value in Telangana; even higher hikes in many regions like Kokapet, Gandipet, Mokila, Gachibowli, Gopanpally and others

Telangana's Registration and Stamp department is set to significantly increase property registration values, with hikes ranging from 20% to 100% across the state. This move aims to bridge the substantial gap between government valuations and current market rates, particularly in high-growth western Hyderabad areas. The revision is expected to boost…

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US shuts Peshawar consulate despite soft talk on Pakistan

TOI correspondent from Washington: The US State Department on Monday announced closure of its consulate in Peshawar, a move that underscores a striking contradiction in the Trump administration’s Pakistan policy: warm rhetoric and gushing praise at the top, but a steady drawdown of diplomatic infrastructure on the ground.

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Ceasefire in a page: US, Iran shrink war to a memo

TOI correspondent from Washington: The United States and Iran are edging closer to a diplomatic breakthrough, with both sides working to finalize a one-page memorandum that could open the door to longer-term negotiations and end the three-month long global ordeal.

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Vivek Ramaswamy on track to become Ohio governor with Trump backing

TOI correspondent from Washington: Indian-American tech entrepreneur-turned- politician Vivek Ramaswamy powered to a decisive victory in Ohio’s Republican gubernatorial primary on Tuesday, cementing his transformation from presidential hopeful to a rising force within a Republican Party increasingly shaped by loyalty to President Trump.

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Trump claims Iran collapse while Teheran sees leverage as Hormuz stand-off tightens

TOI correspondent from Washington: US President Donald Trump on Tuesday claimed that Iran is “in a state of collapse” and is urgently pleading with Washington to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, projecting an image of a weakened adversary desperately seeking relief. But developments on the ground suggest a far more…

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'Glow like an expectant widow': Jimmy Kimmel's nasty roast draws Melania Trump's retort

TOI correspondent from Washington: First Lady Melania Trump joined President Trump in a separate rebuke of the media, censuring late-night host Jimmy Kimmel on Monday after he had joked that she looked like an “expectant widow” in a parody of the aborted White House Correspondents’ Association (WHCA) that he made…

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