Mumbai-Pune E-way 'Missing Link' sets Guinness World Record for widest underground tunnel
The Mumbai-Pune Expressway 'Missing Link' project, inaugurated by Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis on Friday, has entered the Guinness Book of World Records for the 'world’s widest underground tunnel'. The 8.92 km long tunnel, part of the 'Missing Link' project, made a world record for its 22.33-metre width. Over 85 lakh tonnes of rock were excavated to construct the tunnel.
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The Mumbai-Pune Expressway 'Missing Link' project, inaugurated by Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis on Friday, has entered the Guinness Book of World Records for the 'world’s widest underground tunnel'. The 8.92 km long tunnel, part of the 'Missing Link' project, made a world record for its 22.33-metre width. Over 85 lakh tonnes of rock were excavated to construct the tunnel.
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TMC-BJP supporters clash in WB's South 24 Parganas amid repolling
TMC and BJP supporters clashed today in West Bengal's South 24 Parganas amid repolling at 15 booths, officials said. The clashes happened amid protests by residents in Falta in the district, alleging threats and intimidation by TMC workers ahead of counting of votes scheduled on Monday. The Election Commission had ordered the repoll due to allegations of election malpractice.
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03:37 pm Saturday, 02 May 2026
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TMC and BJP supporters clashed today in West Bengal's South 24 Parganas amid repolling at 15 booths, officials said. The clashes happened amid protests by residents in Falta in the district, alleging threats and intimidation by TMC workers ahead of counting of votes scheduled on Monday. The Election Commission had ordered the repoll due to allegations of election malpractice.
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What will happen if BJP and TMC both fail to reach majority mark in West Bengal?
A close contest between BJP and TMC in West Bengal election can result in a hung assembly, where none of the parties reach the majority mark (148 seats). In this case, the Governor can invite the single-largest party/alliance's leader to form the government. If the new government fails to prove majority in 10 days, the Governor can call for re-election.
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03:37 pm Saturday, 02 May 2026
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A close contest between BJP and TMC in West Bengal election can result in a hung assembly, where none of the parties reach the majority mark (148 seats). In this case, the Governor can invite the single-largest party/alliance's leader to form the government. If the new government fails to prove majority in 10 days, the Governor can call for re-election.
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Salman Ali Agha recalls India-Pakistan handshake row in Asia Cup, forgets referee's name
Pakistan captain Salman Ali Agha recalled the handshake row between India and Pakistan during Asia Cup 2025 in a recent podcast. Agha said he doesn't remember the name of the match referee involved in the match. Notably, referee Andy Pycroft had overseen the match and Pakistan had sought his removal, alleging he favoured India.
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03:30 pm Saturday, 02 May 2026
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Pakistan captain Salman Ali Agha recalled the handshake row between India and Pakistan during Asia Cup 2025 in a recent podcast. Agha said he doesn't remember the name of the match referee involved in the match. Notably, referee Andy Pycroft had overseen the match and Pakistan had sought his removal, alleging he favoured India.
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Ilhan Omar responds after Trump says 'She married her brother, which is totally illegal'
Democratic Congresswoman Ilhan Omar has responded after US President Donald Trump said, "I believe she married her brother, which is totally illegal." "This unhinged rant would solicit anger if it wasn't coming from a criminal...held accountable for rape and accused of being a pedo. I still don't know how anyone would willingly humiliate themselves like this," she wrote.
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03:52 pm Saturday, 02 May 2026
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Democratic Congresswoman Ilhan Omar has responded after US President Donald Trump said, "I believe she married her brother, which is totally illegal." "This unhinged rant would solicit anger if it wasn't coming from a criminal...held accountable for rape and accused of being a pedo. I still don't know how anyone would willingly humiliate themselves like this," she wrote.
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Israel sent 'Iron Beam' to UAE that can vapourise Iranian missiles: Report
Israel sent the 'Iron Beam' to the UAE, which is an advanced laser that can vaporise short-range Iranian missiles and drones by focusing intense heat on them, the Financial Times reported. Israel also reportedly sent UAE 'Spectro', an advanced surveillance system to detect Iranian drones from 20 kilometres away. Earlier, Israel had reportedly sent the 'Iron Dome' to the UAE.
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Israel sent the 'Iron Beam' to the UAE, which is an advanced laser that can vaporise short-range Iranian missiles and drones by focusing intense heat on them, the Financial Times reported. Israel also reportedly sent UAE 'Spectro', an advanced surveillance system to detect Iranian drones from 20 kilometres away. Earlier, Israel had reportedly sent the 'Iron Dome' to the UAE.
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Iran military official says war with US will 'likely' resume
Mohammad Jafar Asadi, a senior figure in the Iranian military's central command, said a renewed conflict with the United States is likely. "Evidence has shown that the United States is not committed to any promises or agreements," he added. His remarks came hours after President Donald Trump said he was “not satisfied” with Iran’s latest negotiating proposal.
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04:03 pm Saturday, 02 May 2026
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Mohammad Jafar Asadi, a senior figure in the Iranian military's central command, said a renewed conflict with the United States is likely. "Evidence has shown that the United States is not committed to any promises or agreements," he added. His remarks came hours after President Donald Trump said he was “not satisfied” with Iran’s latest negotiating proposal.
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DJ owner arrested after 140 chickens die of heart failure due to loud music in UP
Police in Uttar Pradesh arrested a DJ owner after 140 chickens died of heart failure due to loud music, Station House Officer of Baldirai police station, Mahendra Pratap Singh, said. The owner of the poultry farm said it happened when a marriage procession passed by his property. Police said the DJ owner was arrested on charges of breach of peace.
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04:20 pm Saturday, 02 May 2026
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Police in Uttar Pradesh arrested a DJ owner after 140 chickens died of heart failure due to loud music, Station House Officer of Baldirai police station, Mahendra Pratap Singh, said. The owner of the poultry farm said it happened when a marriage procession passed by his property. Police said the DJ owner was arrested on charges of breach of peace.
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US firm planning to buy eBay, which is 4x its own value: Report
GameStop is preparing a takeover offer for eBay as CEO Ryan Cohen looks to scale the struggling video game retailer's market value more than tenfold, The Wall Street Journal reported. GameStop has also been building a stake in eBay ahead of a potential bid. eBay is valued at $46 billion, about 4x more than GameStop's nearly $12 billion market cap.
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04:18 pm Saturday, 02 May 2026
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GameStop is preparing a takeover offer for eBay as CEO Ryan Cohen looks to scale the struggling video game retailer's market value more than tenfold, The Wall Street Journal reported. GameStop has also been building a stake in eBay ahead of a potential bid. eBay is valued at $46 billion, about 4x more than GameStop's nearly $12 billion market cap.
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WHO approves first malaria drug for infants under 6 months
WHO has approved Coartem Baby, the first malaria medicine specifically designed for infants under six months. The drug now has WHO prequalification, enabling wider procurement, and comes as sweet cherry-flavoured tablets that can be dissolved in liquids, including breast milk. Notably, malaria caused 6,10,000 deaths globally, with most among children under five in Africa in 2024.
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WHO has approved Coartem Baby, the first malaria medicine specifically designed for infants under six months. The drug now has WHO prequalification, enabling wider procurement, and comes as sweet cherry-flavoured tablets that can be dissolved in liquids, including breast milk. Notably, malaria caused 6,10,000 deaths globally, with most among children under five in Africa in 2024.
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'Pegwant Mann,' BJP mocks Punjab CM for allegedly being drunk in Assembly
The BJP on Saturday mocked Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann for allegedly arriving at the Assembly in a drunk state, dubbing him “Pegwant Mann”. They shared a video of his speech in the Assembly with the song ‘Daru Pee Ke’ running in the background. Earlier, Congress also criticised his conduct, saying such actions tarnish Punjab’s image.
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The BJP on Saturday mocked Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann for allegedly arriving at the Assembly in a drunk state, dubbing him “Pegwant Mann”. They shared a video of his speech in the Assembly with the song ‘Daru Pee Ke’ running in the background. Earlier, Congress also criticised his conduct, saying such actions tarnish Punjab’s image.
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What was in the new proposal sent by Iran to US, which Trump rejected?
Under the new proposal sent by Iran to US, which US President Donald Trump has rejected, the war would end with a guarantee that Israel and US won't attack Iran again. Iran would then open Hormuz, and US would lift its naval blockade. Talks would then be held on curbs on Iran's nuclear programme in return for lifting of sanctions.
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04:41 pm Saturday, 02 May 2026
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Under the new proposal sent by Iran to US, which US President Donald Trump has rejected, the war would end with a guarantee that Israel and US won't attack Iran again. Iran would then open Hormuz, and US would lift its naval blockade. Talks would then be held on curbs on Iran's nuclear programme in return for lifting of sanctions.
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Nvidia's ₹466 lakh cr mcap surpasses value of all listed Indian firms
Nvidia's $4.91-trillion (₹466 lakh crore) market capitalisation surpassed the total value of all listed Indian companies, which stands at $4.88 trillion (nearly ₹464 lakh crore), Bloomberg data showed. Surging demand for chips has helped Nvidia's value more than double from $2 trillion in two years. Meanwhile, foreign fund outflows and a weakening rupee have left Indian market largely unchanged.
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04:40 pm Saturday, 02 May 2026
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Nvidia's $4.91-trillion (₹466 lakh crore) market capitalisation surpassed the total value of all listed Indian companies, which stands at $4.88 trillion (nearly ₹464 lakh crore), Bloomberg data showed. Surging demand for chips has helped Nvidia's value more than double from $2 trillion in two years. Meanwhile, foreign fund outflows and a weakening rupee have left Indian market largely unchanged.
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US threatens sanctions on shipping firms paying toll to Iran to cross Hormuz
The US has warned shipping companies that they could face sanctions for paying any toll to Iran to secure safe passage for their vessels through Strait of Hormuz. The Office of Foreign Assets Control cautioned that both US and non-US entities are at risk of sanctions regardless of payment method. This comes as the Strait remains effectively blocked by Iran.
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04:54 pm Saturday, 02 May 2026
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The US has warned shipping companies that they could face sanctions for paying any toll to Iran to secure safe passage for their vessels through Strait of Hormuz. The Office of Foreign Assets Control cautioned that both US and non-US entities are at risk of sanctions regardless of payment method. This comes as the Strait remains effectively blocked by Iran.
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Indian athletes running away when there is doping control: ITA chief
Director General of the International Testing Agency (ITA), Benjamin Cohen, has expressed concern over the high rate of doping cases in India and athletes receiving "advance notice prior to testing". "We are hearing a lot of things happening on the ground," he said. "We also hear stories of athletes running away when there is a doping control," Cohen added.
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04:53 pm Saturday, 02 May 2026
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Director General of the International Testing Agency (ITA), Benjamin Cohen, has expressed concern over the high rate of doping cases in India and athletes receiving "advance notice prior to testing". "We are hearing a lot of things happening on the ground," he said. "We also hear stories of athletes running away when there is a doping control," Cohen added.
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Japan's top toilet maker boosts AI chip components business, shares hit 5-year high
Shares of Toto, Japan's largest toilet maker, jumped 18% to a five-year high on Friday after the company unveiled plans to expand its chip components business and reported strong earnings. Its advanced ceramics division makes components used in NAND memory chips, demand for which has surged due to AI. The unit now accounts for over half of its operating profit.
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04:48 pm Saturday, 02 May 2026
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Shares of Toto, Japan's largest toilet maker, jumped 18% to a five-year high on Friday after the company unveiled plans to expand its chip components business and reported strong earnings. Its advanced ceramics division makes components used in NAND memory chips, demand for which has surged due to AI. The unit now accounts for over half of its operating profit.
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Locals protest in Bengal's Falta, say TMC leaders are threatening them
Hundreds of locals staged a protest in West Bengal's Falta, claiming that they were threatened by the TMC leaders. Residents claimed that TMC workers threatened to "burn their houses" if BJP wins in the area. "TMC's Israfil Chowkidar has threatened us that if these people (BJP) win, they will...carry out bloodshed," a local woman said.
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04:46 pm Saturday, 02 May 2026
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Hundreds of locals staged a protest in West Bengal's Falta, claiming that they were threatened by the TMC leaders. Residents claimed that TMC workers threatened to "burn their houses" if BJP wins in the area. "TMC's Israfil Chowkidar has threatened us that if these people (BJP) win, they will...carry out bloodshed," a local woman said.
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Canadian footballer celebrates goal by promoting his real estate business
Inter Toronto striker Tomasz Skublak celebrated by showing his business card after scoring a goal in their Canadian Premier League match against Atlético Ottawa. The 28-year-old, who is also a real estate agent, then rolled down his socks, pulled out the card to show the camera and held up his hand like a phone. Inter Toronto defeated Atlético Ottawa 4-1.
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Inter Toronto striker Tomasz Skublak celebrated by showing his business card after scoring a goal in their Canadian Premier League match against Atlético Ottawa. The 28-year-old, who is also a real estate agent, then rolled down his socks, pulled out the card to show the camera and held up his hand like a phone. Inter Toronto defeated Atlético Ottawa 4-1.
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Russian documentary director's lost Oscar trophy found by airline
Lufthansa airlines said it has found Russian filmmaker Pavel Talankin's Oscar trophy after US airport security called it a potential weapon and forced him to check it in as cargo. Lufthansa said the trophy is in Frankfurt and will be returned to Talankin as soon as possible. Talankin had won the Oscar for his documentary film 'Mr Nobody Against Putin'.
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05:06 pm Saturday, 02 May 2026
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Lufthansa airlines said it has found Russian filmmaker Pavel Talankin's Oscar trophy after US airport security called it a potential weapon and forced him to check it in as cargo. Lufthansa said the trophy is in Frankfurt and will be returned to Talankin as soon as possible. Talankin had won the Oscar for his documentary film 'Mr Nobody Against Putin'.
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Friendly AI chatbots more likely to make errors, back users' false beliefs: Study
An Oxford University study found that AI chatbots trained to act warmer are more likely to make mistakes, support users' incorrect beliefs, promote conspiracy theories and offer incorrect medical advice. The error gap widened when users expressed sadness or other emotional cues. In contrast, colder models were as accurate as baseline systems.
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05:43 pm Saturday, 02 May 2026
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An Oxford University study found that AI chatbots trained to act warmer are more likely to make mistakes, support users' incorrect beliefs, promote conspiracy theories and offer incorrect medical advice. The error gap widened when users expressed sadness or other emotional cues. In contrast, colder models were as accurate as baseline systems.
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