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Celebrated Urdu poet Bashir Badr passes away at 91, Javed Akhtar expresses grief

Celebrated Urdu poet and Padma Shri awardee Bashir Badr passed away at the age of 91 after a prolonged illness. Veteran lyricist Javed Akhtar mourned his death, saying Urdu had become "a little poorer" with his passing.

May 28, 2026

Iran's ballistic missile successfully intercepted by Kuwaiti forces: US Central Command

The US Central Command said Iran launched a ballistic missile toward Kuwait, which was successfully intercepted by Kuwaiti forces. CENTCOM also claimed US forces intercepted multiple Iranian drones near the Strait of Hormuz amid escalating regional tensions.

May 28, 2026

Twisha Sharma case: CBI arrests mother-in-law, ex-judge Giribala Singh in dowry death matter

The High Court cited WhatsApp chats, allegations of dowry harassment and pressure to terminate Twisha's pregnancy, along with multiple ante-mortem injuries found on her body. The CBI questioned Giribala Singh for over five hours before taking her into custody.

May 28, 2026

Siddaramaiah resigns as Karnataka CM; ministers break down during emotional cabinet meeting

Siddaramaiah has resigned as the chief minister of Karnataka. The Congress leader visited the Lok Bhavan in Bengaluru to submit his resignation, following which he is expected to address a press conference.

May 28, 2026

PM Modi refutes CNBC-TV18 report on govt considering levy on foreign travel

PM Modi, Kharge, Rahul Gandhi extend Eid-ul-Adha greetings; wish peace, unity, and prosperity

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge, Rahul Gandhi, and Priyanka Gandhi Vadra extended Eid al-Adha greetings to the nation, wishing peace, prosperity, unity, and happiness.

May 28, 2026

CBI Conducts 3D Scan At Ex-Judge Giribala Singh's Home In Twisha Sharma Death Case

Twisha Sharma death Case: CBI detains Giribala Singh; questioning underway at her residence

The action came a day after the Madhya Pradesh High Court cancelled Singh's anticipatory bail, citing allegations of dowry harassment and multiple ante-mortem injuries on Twisha's body. Sources said the CBI may arrest Giribala Singh soon.

May 28, 2026

"We'll have to blow them up": Trump warns Oman amid Strait of Hormuz tensions

US President Donald Trump sparked controversy after warning Oman against controlling the Strait of Hormuz with Iran, saying the waterway was "international waters" and threatening that "we'll have to blow them up" if Oman did not comply.

May 28, 2026

US military launches fresh strikes against Iran

The US military carried out fresh overnight strikes in Iran, targeting a military site that Washington claimed posed a threat to American forces and commercial vessels in the region. US forces also intercepted drones launched from Iran, according to reports citing US officials.

May 28, 2026

From UP to Tamil Nadu, Eid-ul-Adha celebrated with religious fervour, prayers across India

Eid-ul-Adha (Bakrid) was celebrated with religious fervour, prayers, and messages of peace across India on Thursday. Large gatherings were witnessed at mosques and Eidgahs in states including Uttar Pradesh, Delhi, Maharashtra, Tamil Nadu, and Rajasthan.

May 28, 2026

Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah Likely To Resign At 3 PM Today; DK Shivakumar Touches His Feet At Breakfast Meet

Deputy CM D K Shivakumar was seen touching Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah's feet during a breakfast meeting at the latter's residence on Thursday, visuals showed. The gesture came amid reports Siddaramaiah may resign by 3 pm and Shivakumar is set to succeed him.

May 28, 2026

Supply of petrol, diesel and LPG is normal, citizens must shun panic buying: Govt

The government also announced amendments to LPG rules, allowing consumers who shift to PNG connections to temporarily terminate LPG connections and restore them later if they move to non-PNG areas. Since March, over 10.86 lakh PNG connections have been facilitated.

May 27, 2026

Iran opens Strait of Hormuz for all commercial vessels, Trump says 'thank you'

Trump says no one will control Strait of Hormuz, Israel Strikes Lebanon as Iran Accuses US of Violating Ceasefire

US ⁠President Donald Trump says ⁠the Strait of ⁠Hormuz will be open to everyone and not controlled ‌by any country under any deal reached with Iran, adding there were no discussions about easing sanctions on Tehran.

May 27, 2026

IAF Mi-17 choppers control massive forest fire in Himachal's Kasauli

The Indian Army, IAF, local administration and fire services carried out a coordinated 15-hour firefighting operation in the Gilbert Trail and Upper Mall areas to prevent the fire from spreading through the dense forest terrain. No casualties or injuries were reported.

May 27, 2026

CCPA warns e-commerce platforms over sale of hazardous chemicals

The action follows concerns over the online listing of regulated substances such as ammonium nitrate, gun powder, picric acid and PETN, which could pose risks to public safety and national security if sold without proper safeguards.

May 27, 2026

Siddaramaiah may step down as Karnataka CM tomorrow, says veteran Cong leader RV Deshpande

Deshpande said the decision appears to have been finalised by the Congress high command despite efforts from party leaders urging Siddaramaiah to continue. The Chief Minister is expected to hold a crucial breakfast meeting with cabinet colleagues before making an official announcement.

May 27, 2026

Air India Express restores Qatar, Bahrain flight operations; expands Gulf network

Air India cuts flights on domestic routes as jet fuel cost soars

According to airline officials, aviation turbine fuel prices have surged from around Rs 80,000 per kilolitre to over Rs 1 lakh after tensions and conflict in the Middle East, particularly the Iran war, disrupted global fuel markets.

May 27, 2026

Vehicles smashed, officials injured after ED raids linked to Veena Vijayan case trigger protests in Kerala

After the raids, CPI(M) workers allegedly attacked vehicles carrying ED officials outside Vijayan's residence, damaging three vehicles and injuring security personnel, drivers and police officials. Protesters smashed windows with sticks and stones. Police later detained several people involved in the violence.

May 27, 2026

Twisha Sharma death case: Giribala Singh denies wrongdoing in MP HC ;husband Samarth Singh remanded to CBI custody

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Articles by IBT News Desk

Celebrated Urdu poet Bashir Badr passes away at 91, Javed Akhtar expresses grief

Iran's ballistic missile successfully intercepted by Kuwaiti forces: US Central Command

Twisha Sharma case: CBI arrests mother-in-law, ex-judge Giribala Singh in dowry death matter

Siddaramaiah resigns as Karnataka CM; ministers break down during emotional cabinet meeting

PM Modi, Kharge, Rahul Gandhi extend Eid-ul-Adha greetings; wish peace, unity, and prosperity

Twisha Sharma death Case: CBI detains Giribala Singh; questioning underway at her residence

"We'll have to blow them up": Trump warns Oman amid Strait of Hormuz tensions

US military launches fresh strikes against Iran

From UP to Tamil Nadu, Eid-ul-Adha celebrated with religious fervour, prayers across India

Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah Likely To Resign At 3 PM Today; DK Shivakumar Touches His Feet At Breakfast Meet

Supply of petrol, diesel and LPG is normal, citizens must shun panic buying: Govt

Trump says no one will control Strait of Hormuz, Israel Strikes Lebanon as Iran Accuses US of Violating Ceasefire

IAF Mi-17 choppers control massive forest fire in Himachal's Kasauli

CCPA warns e-commerce platforms over sale of hazardous chemicals

Siddaramaiah may step down as Karnataka CM tomorrow, says veteran Cong leader RV Deshpande

Air India cuts flights on domestic routes as jet fuel cost soars

Vehicles smashed, officials injured after ED raids linked to Veena Vijayan case trigger protests in Kerala

Twisha Sharma death case: Giribala Singh denies wrongdoing in MP HC ;husband Samarth Singh remanded to CBI custody

Byju Raveendran says lender settlement reached "in principle" after Singapore court's six months in jail sentence

Bakra Eid: Himanta Biswa Sarma welcomes 'cow slaughter-free' Eid; Yogi Adityanath bans public animal sacrifice

Ranveer Singh touches Sanjay Leela Bhansali's feet; Sara Ali Khan, Aditi Rao Hydari radiate in ethnic outfits at reception

Omar lambasts "arrogant" Congress after BJP's historic victory; Mehbooba reacts [details]

BJP leads in 53 seats, crosses majority mark in Chhattisgarh

Ranbir Kapoor's fans burst crackers inside theatres during Animal screening; fans say 'low budget Salman Khan' fans'