Video shows Mamata Banerjee reaching Calcutta HC in lawyer's gown
Former West Bengal CM and TMC chief Mamata Banerjee arrived at the Calcutta High Court to personally argue before Chief Justice Sujoy Paul in a PIL case concerning alleged post-poll violence after 2026 Assembly elections. A video showed Banerjee, who holds a law degree, arriving at the court in a black lawyer's gown. A TMC leader's son filed the petition.
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Former West Bengal CM and TMC chief Mamata Banerjee arrived at the Calcutta High Court to personally argue before Chief Justice Sujoy Paul in a PIL case concerning alleged post-poll violence after 2026 Assembly elections. A video showed Banerjee, who holds a law degree, arriving at the court in a black lawyer's gown. A TMC leader's son filed the petition.
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What is the significance of Savitri Amavasya Vrat?
Savitri Amavasya Vrat 2026 will be observed in May by married Hindu women for the long life and well-being of their husbands. The fast is inspired by Goddess Savitri's devotion to Satyavan. Rituals include banyan tree worship, fasting, prayers, and parikrama. The vrat is believed to bring marital happiness, prosperity, and spiritual blessings in married life.
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Savitri Amavasya Vrat 2026 will be observed in May by married Hindu women for the long life and well-being of their husbands. The fast is inspired by Goddess Savitri's devotion to Satyavan. Rituals include banyan tree worship, fasting, prayers, and parikrama. The vrat is believed to bring marital happiness, prosperity, and spiritual blessings in married life.
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Who are the US presidents who have visited China?
Richard Nixon was first US President to visit China in 1972. Gerald Ford, Ronald Reagan, George HW Bush and Bill Clinton visited China in 1975, 1984, 1989 and 1998 respectively. George W Bush went to China in 2001, 2002, 2005 and 2008 while Barack Obama went in 2009, 2014 and 2016. Donald Trump is on a two-day visit to China.
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Richard Nixon was first US President to visit China in 1972. Gerald Ford, Ronald Reagan, George HW Bush and Bill Clinton visited China in 1975, 1984, 1989 and 1998 respectively. George W Bush went to China in 2001, 2002, 2005 and 2008 while Barack Obama went in 2009, 2014 and 2016. Donald Trump is on a two-day visit to China.
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I won't work for Muslims as they didn't vote for me, says WB BJP MLA Ritesh Tiwari; sparks row
Ritesh Tiwari, BJP MLA for the Kashipur-Belgachhia constituency in Kolkata, said he would not work for Muslims because not a single one of them voted for him in the elections. "Those who voted for me have a right over me. I have limited resources, which I will share with those who voted for me," he added. CPI(M) condemned his remark.
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12:54 pm Thursday, 14 May 2026
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Ritesh Tiwari, BJP MLA for the Kashipur-Belgachhia constituency in Kolkata, said he would not work for Muslims because not a single one of them voted for him in the elections. "Those who voted for me have a right over me. I have limited resources, which I will share with those who voted for me," he added. CPI(M) condemned his remark.
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SC grants interim relief to Rani Kapur in Sunjay's asset dispute
The Supreme Court on Thursday granted interim relief to Rani Kapur in the inheritance dispute over her son Sunjay Kapur’s ₹30,000-crore assets. SC put on hold the proposal to appoint two independent directors on the board of Raghuvanshi Investment, a key entity linked to the Rani Kapur Family Trust. The proposal could drown out Rani Kapur’s voice, the SC said.
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12:49 pm Thursday, 14 May 2026
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The Supreme Court on Thursday granted interim relief to Rani Kapur in the inheritance dispute over her son Sunjay Kapur’s ₹30,000-crore assets. SC put on hold the proposal to appoint two independent directors on the board of Raghuvanshi Investment, a key entity linked to the Rani Kapur Family Trust. The proposal could drown out Rani Kapur’s voice, the SC said.
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Nearly 90 people killed in UP storms & rain as death toll rises
At least 89 people have been killed, and 53 others injured after devastating unseasonal thunderstorms, heavy rain, and lightning battered several districts of Uttar Pradesh. The death toll was earlier reported to be 33. Collapsing walls, falling trees, and intense lightning strikes triggered most of the casualties. Additionally, 114 livestock have been lost and 87 houses damaged.
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At least 89 people have been killed, and 53 others injured after devastating unseasonal thunderstorms, heavy rain, and lightning battered several districts of Uttar Pradesh. The death toll was earlier reported to be 33. Collapsing walls, falling trees, and intense lightning strikes triggered most of the casualties. Additionally, 114 livestock have been lost and 87 houses damaged.
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Vijay calls Jana Nayagan producer back from Cannes to work on its release: Report
Actor-turned-politician Vijay has reportedly asked producer Venkat K Narayana to return to Chennai from the Cannes Film Festival and focus on the release of 'Jana Nayagan'. Reports said Narayana cut short his Cannes visit following Vijay’s instructions. The film, billed as Vijay’s farewell project, was delayed after the Central Board of Film Certification denied clearance.
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01:11 pm Thursday, 14 May 2026
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Actor-turned-politician Vijay has reportedly asked producer Venkat K Narayana to return to Chennai from the Cannes Film Festival and focus on the release of 'Jana Nayagan'. Reports said Narayana cut short his Cannes visit following Vijay’s instructions. The film, billed as Vijay’s farewell project, was delayed after the Central Board of Film Certification denied clearance.
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What is 'Thucydides Trap', the term Xi used while discussing US-China ties with Trump?
China’s President Xi Jinping used the term "Thucydides Trap" during talks with US President Donald Trump, saying both countries must "transcend" it. Thucydides Trap is a political theory that describes the risk of war when a rising power threatens to replace an established power. Xi’s remark was seen as a call to prevent US-China relationship from turning into conflict.
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China’s President Xi Jinping used the term "Thucydides Trap" during talks with US President Donald Trump, saying both countries must "transcend" it. Thucydides Trap is a political theory that describes the risk of war when a rising power threatens to replace an established power. Xi’s remark was seen as a call to prevent US-China relationship from turning into conflict.
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What is net worth of VD Satheesan, who is set to become next Kerala CM?
Congress leader VD Satheesan is set to become new the CM of Kerala. According to Satheesan’s affidavit for the 2026 Assembly polls, he and his wife own movable and immovable assets worth around ₹6.69 crore. The affidavit states his wife owns 1,128 grams of gold. Satheesan also declared loans and liabilities of around ₹24 lakh, including housing and vehicle loans.
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01:15 pm Thursday, 14 May 2026
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Congress leader VD Satheesan is set to become new the CM of Kerala. According to Satheesan’s affidavit for the 2026 Assembly polls, he and his wife own movable and immovable assets worth around ₹6.69 crore. The affidavit states his wife owns 1,128 grams of gold. Satheesan also declared loans and liabilities of around ₹24 lakh, including housing and vehicle loans.
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SC gives 'soul' advice to Kapur family in ₹30,000-cr dispute, asks 'Why are you here again?'
The Supreme Court refused to stay Raghuvanshi Investment's May 17 meeting in a new case filed by Rani Kapur against her daughter-in-law Priya. "Why are you here again? If you're not interested [in mediation]...we'll not waste time," the court said. "We all [come and go] with empty hands. All we carry is our souls," it added, urging parties to mediate.
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01:43 pm Thursday, 14 May 2026
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The Supreme Court refused to stay Raghuvanshi Investment's May 17 meeting in a new case filed by Rani Kapur against her daughter-in-law Priya. "Why are you here again? If you're not interested [in mediation]...we'll not waste time," the court said. "We all [come and go] with empty hands. All we carry is our souls," it added, urging parties to mediate.
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HCLTech to lead $300-mn Sarvam AI round, valued at $1.5 bn: Report
HCLTech may invest $150 million and lead a $300 million funding round in Sarvam AI, Moneycontrol reported. The deal is expected to value Sarvam AI at $1.5 billion, marking a sevenfold jump from 2023. The round, likely to close in the coming weeks, is set to become India's largest private startup funding deal this year.
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HCLTech may invest $150 million and lead a $300 million funding round in Sarvam AI, Moneycontrol reported. The deal is expected to value Sarvam AI at $1.5 billion, marking a sevenfold jump from 2023. The round, likely to close in the coming weeks, is set to become India's largest private startup funding deal this year.
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Alia Bhatt mobbed by fans & photographers at Cannes Film Festival
A video has surfaced on social media showing Alia Bhatt surrounded by an overwhelming crowd of fans and photographers at the Cannes Film Festival. Visibly irritated by the chaos, Alia was briefly held back as people surged around her. As she tried to move ahead, she was heard saying, “Ho gaya abhi? (Is it done now?)."
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A video has surfaced on social media showing Alia Bhatt surrounded by an overwhelming crowd of fans and photographers at the Cannes Film Festival. Visibly irritated by the chaos, Alia was briefly held back as people surged around her. As she tried to move ahead, she was heard saying, “Ho gaya abhi? (Is it done now?)."
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I welcome party's decision: Venugopal after Congress picks Satheesan as Kerala CM
Congress leader KC Venugopal, who was in the fray to become Kerala CM alongside VD Satheesan, said he wholeheartedly welcomes the party high command's decision to choose the latter. "The government under the leadership of VD Satheesan can fulfil the aspirations and promises of the people of Kerala," he said. He also thanked MLAs and party workers who supported him.
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Congress leader KC Venugopal, who was in the fray to become Kerala CM alongside VD Satheesan, said he wholeheartedly welcomes the party high command's decision to choose the latter. "The government under the leadership of VD Satheesan can fulfil the aspirations and promises of the people of Kerala," he said. He also thanked MLAs and party workers who supported him.
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Indian-flagged ship attacked near Oman, govt calls it 'unacceptable'
The MEA said an Indian-flagged ship was attacked off the coast of Oman on Wednesday. Calling it "unacceptable", MEA said, "We deplore the fact that commercial shipping and civilian mariners continue to be targeted." It added, "India reiterates that targeting commercial shipping & endangering innocent civilian crew members, or otherwise impeding freedom of navigation and commerce, must be avoided."
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The MEA said an Indian-flagged ship was attacked off the coast of Oman on Wednesday. Calling it "unacceptable", MEA said, "We deplore the fact that commercial shipping and civilian mariners continue to be targeted." It added, "India reiterates that targeting commercial shipping & endangering innocent civilian crew members, or otherwise impeding freedom of navigation and commerce, must be avoided."
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NIA files 7,500-page chargesheet in Red Fort blast case
The National Investigation Agency (NIA) on Thursday filed a 7,500-page chargesheet against 10 accused in the car bomb blast near Delhi's Red Fort last year. The accused were linked to Ansar Ghazwat-ul-Hind, an offshoot of Al-Qaida in the Indian Subcontinent (AQIS), NIA said. The terror module involved in the blast was formed in 2022 at a meeting in Srinagar.
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02:05 pm Thursday, 14 May 2026
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The National Investigation Agency (NIA) on Thursday filed a 7,500-page chargesheet against 10 accused in the car bomb blast near Delhi's Red Fort last year. The accused were linked to Ansar Ghazwat-ul-Hind, an offshoot of Al-Qaida in the Indian Subcontinent (AQIS), NIA said. The terror module involved in the blast was formed in 2022 at a meeting in Srinagar.
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Why did Congress pick VD Satheesan as Kerala CM over KC Venugopal?
An Indian Express report said that while a majority of Congress legislators favoured KC Venugopal becoming Kerala CM, support from Congress allies for VD Satheesan emerged as a major factor in choosing him. Congress allies like IUML, Kerala Congress (Joseph) backed Satheesan. Meanwhile, grassroots workers of Kerala Congress also demanded that Satheesan be made CM, the report added.
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02:01 pm Thursday, 14 May 2026
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An Indian Express report said that while a majority of Congress legislators favoured KC Venugopal becoming Kerala CM, support from Congress allies for VD Satheesan emerged as a major factor in choosing him. Congress allies like IUML, Kerala Congress (Joseph) backed Satheesan. Meanwhile, grassroots workers of Kerala Congress also demanded that Satheesan be made CM, the report added.
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Bomb with 7-hour timer found near hospital in Pune, defused in open field
A bomb equipped with a seven-hour timer was found outside a hospital in Kamdhenu Estate area of Pune's Hadapsar. Bomb Detection and Disposal Squad personnel examined the object and shifted it to secure location away from the hospital. It was then defused in an open field. Crime Branch and police are now working to trace the origin of the bomb.
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02:25 pm Thursday, 14 May 2026
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A bomb equipped with a seven-hour timer was found outside a hospital in Kamdhenu Estate area of Pune's Hadapsar. Bomb Detection and Disposal Squad personnel examined the object and shifted it to secure location away from the hospital. It was then defused in an open field. Crime Branch and police are now working to trace the origin of the bomb.
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Prateek Yadav had a history of blood clots, was at high risk: Family doctor
Prateek Yadav, son of late SP founder Mulayam Yadav, had history of deep vein thrombosis - blood clots in veins, usually in legs and was at high risk medically, family doctor said. Ruchita Sharma said she advised Prateek to undergo thrombolysis, emergency procedure to break down blood clots to restore blood flow, but he refused. Prateek passed away at 38.
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02:24 pm Thursday, 14 May 2026
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Prateek Yadav, son of late SP founder Mulayam Yadav, had history of deep vein thrombosis - blood clots in veins, usually in legs and was at high risk medically, family doctor said. Ruchita Sharma said she advised Prateek to undergo thrombolysis, emergency procedure to break down blood clots to restore blood flow, but he refused. Prateek passed away at 38.
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'It's not a fancy dress competition,' says X user on Mamata's lawyer attire at Calcutta HC
Former West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee arrived at Calcutta High Court dressed in a black lawyer’s gown to personally argue a case related to allegations of post-poll violence in the state. Reacting to her attire, an X user said, "Somebody tell her it’s not a Fancy Dress Competition but actual court premises." "This is not some movie," another user commented.
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02:18 pm Thursday, 14 May 2026
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Former West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee arrived at Calcutta High Court dressed in a black lawyer’s gown to personally argue a case related to allegations of post-poll violence in the state. Reacting to her attire, an X user said, "Somebody tell her it’s not a Fancy Dress Competition but actual court premises." "This is not some movie," another user commented.
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Mumbai Coastal Road to remain closed for 5 hours on May 15
Traffic movement on Mumbai Coastal Road will remain suspended from 1 am to 6 am on May 15 for testing of emergency systems installed along the corridor. During the closure, southbound vehicles will be diverted from Amarsons Junction towards Stephen Church, followed by routes via Kemps Corner, DB Marg Traffic Division, and Vinoli Chowpatty before proceeding to their respective destinations.
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02:40 pm Thursday, 14 May 2026
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Traffic movement on Mumbai Coastal Road will remain suspended from 1 am to 6 am on May 15 for testing of emergency systems installed along the corridor. During the closure, southbound vehicles will be diverted from Amarsons Junction towards Stephen Church, followed by routes via Kemps Corner, DB Marg Traffic Division, and Vinoli Chowpatty before proceeding to their respective destinations.
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