Google's Larry Page now world's 2nd richest person with $300-billion wealth
Google-parent Alphabet's Co-founder Larry Page’s net worth crossed $300 billion for the first time on Thursday after Alphabet shares surged post Q1 results. His wealth jumped $14.9 billion in a day to about $300.9 billion, making him the world’s second-richest person after Elon Musk, as per Forbes’ real-time list. Alphabet’s net income rose 81% year-on-year to $62.57 billion in Q1.
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Google-parent Alphabet's Co-founder Larry Page’s net worth crossed $300 billion for the first time on Thursday after Alphabet shares surged post Q1 results. His wealth jumped $14.9 billion in a day to about $300.9 billion, making him the world’s second-richest person after Elon Musk, as per Forbes’ real-time list. Alphabet’s net income rose 81% year-on-year to $62.57 billion in Q1.
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Kolkata Police bans gathering of over 4 people near strong rooms after CM Mamata's visit
Kolkata Police has banned gatherings of over four people within 200 m of all seven EVM strong rooms in the city after CM Mamata Banerjee visited the Bhabanipur strong room on Thursday. Any procession or carrying of firearms, explosives and sharp weapons near the strong rooms has also been banned. The restrictions will apply till the counting of votes starts.
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Kolkata Police has banned gatherings of over four people within 200 m of all seven EVM strong rooms in the city after CM Mamata Banerjee visited the Bhabanipur strong room on Thursday. Any procession or carrying of firearms, explosives and sharp weapons near the strong rooms has also been banned. The restrictions will apply till the counting of votes starts.
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Govt to launch & test mobile disaster alert system tomorrow, urges people not to panic
Centre will launch a mobile-based disaster communication system, developed by Department of Telecommunications with National Disaster Management Authority, on Friday. It will ensure the "timely dissemination of critical information," Centre stated. Moreover, the Centre urged citizens not to panic as a message will be sent to mobiles in all capital cities, including Delhi-NCR, during the launch.
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Centre will launch a mobile-based disaster communication system, developed by Department of Telecommunications with National Disaster Management Authority, on Friday. It will ensure the "timely dissemination of critical information," Centre stated. Moreover, the Centre urged citizens not to panic as a message will be sent to mobiles in all capital cities, including Delhi-NCR, during the launch.
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Heavy to very heavy rainfall and hailstorm warning issued for several states, list released
The IMD has issued rainfall and hailstorm warning for several states/UTs. Heavy to very heavy rainfall is very likely over Assam, Meghalaya, West Bengal, Sikkim, Arunachal Pradesh, Puducherry, Kerala, Nagaland, Manipur, Mizoram, Tripura and Tamil Nadu on Saturday and Sunday. Thunderstorm accompanied with hailstorm is very likely over Himachal Pradesh, Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh on Sunday.
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The IMD has issued rainfall and hailstorm warning for several states/UTs. Heavy to very heavy rainfall is very likely over Assam, Meghalaya, West Bengal, Sikkim, Arunachal Pradesh, Puducherry, Kerala, Nagaland, Manipur, Mizoram, Tripura and Tamil Nadu on Saturday and Sunday. Thunderstorm accompanied with hailstorm is very likely over Himachal Pradesh, Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh on Sunday.
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Holder's hands are twice as big as mine, ball disappears in his hands: Ashwin on catch row
Former India all-rounder Ravichandran Ashwin defended Jason Holder's controversial catch of RCB captain Rajat Patidar. "Holder's hands are twice as big as mine. In his hands, the ball disappears. So, even if you people can see ball through the gap in his fingers, that does not mean that the ball has hit the floor," he said.
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Former India all-rounder Ravichandran Ashwin defended Jason Holder's controversial catch of RCB captain Rajat Patidar. "Holder's hands are twice as big as mine. In his hands, the ball disappears. So, even if you people can see ball through the gap in his fingers, that does not mean that the ball has hit the floor," he said.
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What is 'Mounjaro face', that is linked to quick weight loss?
'Mounjaro face', which happens as a result of rapid weight loss when taking chronic weight management medication Mounjaro, includes reduction in facial volume, especially around cheeks, temples, and under-eye area. The person's face can look gaunt, hollow, or older than their actual age. Slowing weight loss pace, eating enough protein, and staying hydrated are the most effective preventive steps.
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'Mounjaro face', which happens as a result of rapid weight loss when taking chronic weight management medication Mounjaro, includes reduction in facial volume, especially around cheeks, temples, and under-eye area. The person's face can look gaunt, hollow, or older than their actual age. Slowing weight loss pace, eating enough protein, and staying hydrated are the most effective preventive steps.
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Musk admits Grok trained on OpenAI, violating startup's policy
During the OpenAI trial, Elon Musk acknowledged that xAI partly used OpenAI models to train Grok. "Generally, AI companies distil other AI companies," Musk said. When asked if that meant "yes", he replied "partly". Distillation involves using one AI technology to help build another, a practice prohibited under OpenAI's terms of service.
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During the OpenAI trial, Elon Musk acknowledged that xAI partly used OpenAI models to train Grok. "Generally, AI companies distil other AI companies," Musk said. When asked if that meant "yes", he replied "partly". Distillation involves using one AI technology to help build another, a practice prohibited under OpenAI's terms of service.
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JPMorgan exec Lorna denies 'sex slave' claims filed in lawsuit by Asian-origin ex-colleague
JPMorgan Chase Executive Director Lorna Hajdini has denied sexual harassment allegations in a lawsuit filed against her by Asian-origin ex-senior VP Chirayu Rana. "She never engaged in any inappropriate conduct with this individual of any kind," her lawyer said. Rana, who withdrew the lawsuit in under a week for "corrections", accused Lorna of making him her "sex slave".
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JPMorgan Chase Executive Director Lorna Hajdini has denied sexual harassment allegations in a lawsuit filed against her by Asian-origin ex-senior VP Chirayu Rana. "She never engaged in any inappropriate conduct with this individual of any kind," her lawyer said. Rana, who withdrew the lawsuit in under a week for "corrections", accused Lorna of making him her "sex slave".
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Foreign trips may get costlier as jet fuel price hiked by 5% for international airlines
Foreign flights could get costlier after aviation turbine fuel (ATF) prices for international airlines were hiked by about 5% on Friday. In Delhi, ATF rates for international carriers rose by $76.55 per kilolitre to $1,511.86 per kilolitre from $1,435.31. There was no change in ATF prices for domestic airlines, Indian Oil Corporation said.
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Foreign flights could get costlier after aviation turbine fuel (ATF) prices for international airlines were hiked by about 5% on Friday. In Delhi, ATF rates for international carriers rose by $76.55 per kilolitre to $1,511.86 per kilolitre from $1,435.31. There was no change in ATF prices for domestic airlines, Indian Oil Corporation said.
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Iran warns US of 'harsh slap', calls Trump a 'child-killer'
In a post, the Deputy of Communications and Information Dissemination of Iranian President's Office warned US, saying, "If anyone speaks to Iran in the language of force, they will receive a harsh slap." The Iranian official called US President Donald Trump a "child-killer" and asked the US to "pay reparations for the assault, and return to their own land".
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In a post, the Deputy of Communications and Information Dissemination of Iranian President's Office warned US, saying, "If anyone speaks to Iran in the language of force, they will receive a harsh slap." The Iranian official called US President Donald Trump a "child-killer" and asked the US to "pay reparations for the assault, and return to their own land".
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Opp'n MLAs call Punjab CM Mann 'drunkard' after accusing him of coming to Assembly drunk
Opposition MLAs called Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann a "drunkard" during a protest at the Punjab Assembly premises on Friday after accusing him of coming to the Assembly drunk. The MLAs were heard shouting slogans against CM Mann and criticising him over his alleged conduct. This comes after Congress demanded an alcohol test for all Punjab MLAs, including CM Mann.
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Opposition MLAs called Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann a "drunkard" during a protest at the Punjab Assembly premises on Friday after accusing him of coming to the Assembly drunk. The MLAs were heard shouting slogans against CM Mann and criticising him over his alleged conduct. This comes after Congress demanded an alcohol test for all Punjab MLAs, including CM Mann.
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87,000 birth-death records changed illegally in 3 yrs in Mumbai, official suspended
Over 87,000 birth-death records were changed illegally from 2024 to 2026 in Mumbai, a probe by the BMC (Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation) has found. The changes were made by MHOs (Medical Health Officers) in the old SAP system instead of the new CRS portal, violating Registrar General of India (RGI) guidelines. BMC has suspended an MHO in the case.
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Over 87,000 birth-death records were changed illegally from 2024 to 2026 in Mumbai, a probe by the BMC (Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation) has found. The changes were made by MHOs (Medical Health Officers) in the old SAP system instead of the new CRS portal, violating Registrar General of India (RGI) guidelines. BMC has suspended an MHO in the case.
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Superdry's 54-year-old Co-Founder James Holder found guilty of rape
A UK court's jury has found Superdry's 54-year-old Co-Founder James Holder guilty of raping a woman in 2022. "At one point, [the victim] remembered starting to cry but even then he didn't stop," BBC reported, quoting the prosecution. The millionaire's bail application was also dismissed by the judge, who stated Holder was a flight risk due to his "significant resources".
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A UK court's jury has found Superdry's 54-year-old Co-Founder James Holder guilty of raping a woman in 2022. "At one point, [the victim] remembered starting to cry but even then he didn't stop," BBC reported, quoting the prosecution. The millionaire's bail application was also dismissed by the judge, who stated Holder was a flight risk due to his "significant resources".
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EC orders repolling in 15 polling stations of West Bengal
The Election Commission has ordered repolling in 15 polling stations of West Bengal on May 2, according to PTI. Earlier, BJP had alleged that EVM buttons of its candidates were taped at some polling booths during the Assembly polls. West Bengal Chief Electoral Officer Manoj Kumar Agarwal had said affected booths will undergo repolling if claims are verified.
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The Election Commission has ordered repolling in 15 polling stations of West Bengal on May 2, according to PTI. Earlier, BJP had alleged that EVM buttons of its candidates were taped at some polling booths during the Assembly polls. West Bengal Chief Electoral Officer Manoj Kumar Agarwal had said affected booths will undergo repolling if claims are verified.
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How have fuel prices changed across categories on May 1?
Retail prices of petrol and diesel remained unchanged on May 1, while domestic LPG and aviation turbine fuel (ATF) prices for domestic airlines also saw no change. However, commercial LPG prices were hiked by ₹993, bulk diesel rose by ₹12 and 5-kg FTL LPG jumped by ₹261.50. ATF prices for international airlines increased by $76.55.
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06:50 pm Friday, 01 May 2026
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Retail prices of petrol and diesel remained unchanged on May 1, while domestic LPG and aviation turbine fuel (ATF) prices for domestic airlines also saw no change. However, commercial LPG prices were hiked by ₹993, bulk diesel rose by ₹12 and 5-kg FTL LPG jumped by ₹261.50. ATF prices for international airlines increased by $76.55.
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ICC releases annual update of Test team rankings
ICC today released annual update of men's Test team rankings. Australia are at number one, while reigning WTC champions South Africa are ranked second. India have moved up one place to third, overtaking England.The annual rankings update considers all matches played since May 2025 at full weightage (100%), while results from preceding two years are factored in at 50%.
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ICC today released annual update of men's Test team rankings. Australia are at number one, while reigning WTC champions South Africa are ranked second. India have moved up one place to third, overtaking England.The annual rankings update considers all matches played since May 2025 at full weightage (100%), while results from preceding two years are factored in at 50%.
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Video shows passengers without life jackets before cruise boat tragedy in MP
A video showed passengers without any life jackets moments before a cruise boat overturned in Madhya Pradesh's Jabalpur, killing nine people on April 30. However, some of the passengers later wore life jackets that helped in the rescue of around 24 people. The cruise boat was reportedly carrying around 30 to 40 passengers at the time of the incident.
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A video showed passengers without any life jackets moments before a cruise boat overturned in Madhya Pradesh's Jabalpur, killing nine people on April 30. However, some of the passengers later wore life jackets that helped in the rescue of around 24 people. The cruise boat was reportedly carrying around 30 to 40 passengers at the time of the incident.
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Man with ₹60 lakh package in India asks if he should switch to US for ₹2 crore; sparks debate
A man with a ₹60 lakh package in India sparked a debate after he asked social media users if he should switch to US' New York for $220,000 (over ₹2 crore). "At current scenario don’t, you will be constantly targeted by [US] government," a person wrote. Other said, "If you are young please go," and "Go man...it's a no brainer."
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A man with a ₹60 lakh package in India sparked a debate after he asked social media users if he should switch to US' New York for $220,000 (over ₹2 crore). "At current scenario don’t, you will be constantly targeted by [US] government," a person wrote. Other said, "If you are young please go," and "Go man...it's a no brainer."
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Iran sends latest proposal to US
Iran has sent a revised peace proposal to US via Pakistani mediators, according to IRNA. This comes after US President Donald Trump had rejected the previous offer by Tehran. Trump had said he would not lift the US naval blockade of Iran's ports until a deal is reached with Iran over its nuclear programme.
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07:18 pm Friday, 01 May 2026
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Iran has sent a revised peace proposal to US via Pakistani mediators, according to IRNA. This comes after US President Donald Trump had rejected the previous offer by Tehran. Trump had said he would not lift the US naval blockade of Iran's ports until a deal is reached with Iran over its nuclear programme.
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UP's Ganga Expressway to be toll-free for 15 days
The newly inaugurated Ganga Expressway from Meerut to Prayagraj will be toll-free for 15 days, the Uttar Pradesh government has announced. The exemption will be applicable from the commercial opening of the expressway that was inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on April 29.
The UP government will compensate the revenue loss incurred during the toll-free period to toll-collecting firms.
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The newly inaugurated Ganga Expressway from Meerut to Prayagraj will be toll-free for 15 days, the Uttar Pradesh government has announced. The exemption will be applicable from the commercial opening of the expressway that was inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on April 29.
The UP government will compensate the revenue loss incurred during the toll-free period to toll-collecting firms.
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