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WHO confirms 5 hantavirus cases linked to cruise ship outbreak; 12 countries alerted as health agencies monitor; know about symptoms, spread and treatment

WHO confirms 5 hantavirus cases linked to cruise ship outbreak; 12 countries alerted; know about symptoms, spread and treatment

WHO has confirmed five hantavirus cases linked to an outbreak aboard the cruise ship MV Hondius, while three additional cases remain under investigation. Authorities in 12 countries have been alerted as health agencies continue contact tracing and monitoring passengers who disembarked during the voyage.

May 8, 2026

Russia declares a ceasefire from May 8 to May 10

Russia has announced a temporary ceasefire in its ongoing conflict with Ukraine from midnight on May 8 until May 10 to mark the 81st anniversary of the Soviet Union's victory in World War II. The announcement was made by the Russian Ministry of Defence, citing orders from Russian President Vladimir Putin.

May 8, 2026

4 family members die in suspected food poisoning after eating watermelon; others who had chicken pulav alive

Rat poison found in bodies, watermelon in toxicology report on Mumbai family's death

Four members of the Dokadia family who died under mysterious circumstances in Mumbai's Bhendi Bazaar are suspected to have consumed rat poison mixed with watermelon, after toxicology reports confirmed the presence of zinc phosphide in their bodies and the fruit sample.

May 8, 2026

WB Governor R. N. Ravi dissolves West Bengal Assembly; Mamata Banerjee no longer CM, BJP prepares to form government after landslide win

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee refused to resign after the TMC's defeat in the West Bengal Assembly elections, calling the verdict a "conspiracy". Following her decision, Governor RN Ravi dismissed the state cabinet today.

May 7, 2026

Narendra Modi to address 45th anniversary celebrations of The Art of Living Foundation in Bengaluru

PM Modi to address 45th anniversary celebrations of The Art of Living Foundation in Bengaluru

PM Modi will attend the 45th anniversary celebrations of The Art of Living Foundation and the 70th birthday celebrations of founder Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar on May 10 at the organisation's Bengaluru headquarters. The global event is expected to witness participation from delegates across 182 countries.

May 7, 2026

'Don't want them hanged': Chandranath Rath's mother demands justice; Suvendu Adhikari says he was killed because 'I defeated Mamata'

The mother of slain BJP leader Suvendu Adhikari's aide Chandranath Rath demanded strict punishment for her son's killers but said she did not want them to be hanged, instead seeking life imprisonment. She alleged that her son was targeted because of his key role in Adhikari's election campaigns in Bhabanipur and Nandigram.

May 7, 2026

Blast near MLA Ratna Debnath's residence leaves 5 BJP workers injured

The incident occurred hours after the murder of Chandranath Rath, adding to tensions over alleged post-poll violence in the state. Suvendu Adhikari blamed the ongoing violence on "15 years of Jungle Raj" in West Bengal and warned that those responsible would not be spared.

May 7, 2026

Telangana: BJP men attack BRS MLA's office, damage car in Karimnagar

Tension erupted in Karimnagar after BJP workers allegedly attacked the office of BRS MLA Gangula Kamalakar and vandalised vehicles following controversial remarks made by BRS MLA Padi Kaushik Reddy against Union Minister Bandi Sanjay Kumar.

May 7, 2026

Six militants, including woman cadre arrested in Manipur; arms cache seized

Security forces in Manipur arrested six militants, including a self-styled lieutenant of the United Kuki National Army (UKNA) and a woman cadre linked to banned insurgent groups, during operations across multiple districts.

May 7, 2026

US forces strike Iranian-flagged unladen oil tanker

US strikes Iranian-flagged tanker amid fresh hopes of Iran deal

US forces disabled an Iranian-flagged oil tanker near the Gulf of Oman after it allegedly ignored warnings. The incident came amid ongoing US-Iran tensions and Washington's blockade of Iranian ports. Oil prices dropped after reports suggested the US and Iran were nearing to ease the Gulf conflict

May 7, 2026

Writ petition in Madras HC seeks FIR against TVK chief Vijay over alleged tax irregularities

The plea is based on Income Tax Department proceedings following raids conducted in 2015, during which officials allegedly found evidence suggesting Vijay received Rs 4.93 crore in cash from the film's producers in addition to Rs 16 crore paid through cheques.

May 7, 2026

Shobhaa De on Vijay's win: Tamil Nadu's cult of movie stars in politics is nothing new

Vijay is a novice, Tamil Nadu's cult of movie stars in politics is nothing new: Shobhaa De on Vijay's win

Speaking about Vijay's victory, Shobhaa De said the actor successfully connected with Gen-Z voters despite lacking political experience. She urged people not to judge him prematurely and noted that democracy gives everyone a chance to lead.

May 7, 2026

Congress defends support to TVK as Vijay gets invite to form government; fans left disappointed as swearing-in event stands cancelled

Vijay was formally invited by Tamil Nadu Governor R. N. Ravi to form the government after TVK emerged as the single-largest party in the Assembly elections with 108 seats. During a meeting at Lok Bhavan, Vijay reportedly assured the Governor that he would secure majority support during the trust vote.

May 7, 2026

'Talks & Terror can't go hand-in-hand, India won't tolerate nuclear blackmail': PM Modi's ztern warning to Pakistan [Key takeaways from success of Operation Sindoor]

'India Forgives Nothing': PM Modi, others remember Pahalgam victims, honour armed forces; change social media DPs to mark Op Sindoor anniversary

India on Thursday marked the first anniversary of Operation Sindoor, launched after the 2025 Pahalgam terror attack that killed 26 civilians. PM Narendra Modi, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh and other leaders paid tribute to the armed forces.

May 7, 2026

Fake number plate used in Suvendu Adhikari aide's murder; he urges BJP workers to maintain peace as Bengal DGP shares probe details

Suvendu Adhikari appealed to BJP workers to maintain peace, urging them to trust the police investigation. He also announced support for Rath's family and for the treatment of driver Buddhadeb Bera, who was injured in the attack and remains in critical condition.

May 7, 2026

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WHO confirms 5 hantavirus cases linked to cruise ship outbreak; 12 countries alerted; know about symptoms, spread and treatment

Russia declares a ceasefire from May 8 to May 10

Rat poison found in bodies, watermelon in toxicology report on Mumbai family's death

WB Governor R. N. Ravi dissolves West Bengal Assembly; Mamata Banerjee no longer CM, BJP prepares to form government after landslide win

PM Modi to address 45th anniversary celebrations of The Art of Living Foundation in Bengaluru

'Don't want them hanged': Chandranath Rath's mother demands justice; Suvendu Adhikari says he was killed because 'I defeated Mamata'

Blast near MLA Ratna Debnath's residence leaves 5 BJP workers injured

Telangana: BJP men attack BRS MLA's office, damage car in Karimnagar

Six militants, including woman cadre arrested in Manipur; arms cache seized

US strikes Iranian-flagged tanker amid fresh hopes of Iran deal

Writ petition in Madras HC seeks FIR against TVK chief Vijay over alleged tax irregularities

Vijay is a novice, Tamil Nadu's cult of movie stars in politics is nothing new: Shobhaa De on Vijay's win

Congress defends support to TVK as Vijay gets invite to form government; fans left disappointed as swearing-in event stands cancelled

'India Forgives Nothing': PM Modi, others remember Pahalgam victims, honour armed forces; change social media DPs to mark Op Sindoor anniversary

Fake number plate used in Suvendu Adhikari aide's murder; he urges BJP workers to maintain peace as Bengal DGP shares probe details

Time for India to follow suit? France, Germany, Netherlands, US banned use of EVMs [here's why]

Dhanush's Captain Miller has no buyers in Telugu states? Here's why

Deepika Padukone is a sight to behold in velvet gown; attends Academy Museum Gala with Selena Gomez, Dua Lip [see pics]