Aishwarya Rai Bachchan captivated Cannes Film Festival on day 2, proudly representing India. She donned a custom black Gaurav Gupta gown featuring a Banarasi brocade cape inscribed with a Bhagavad Gita shloka. Complementing her look with bold red lips, she walked with her daughter Aaradhya, who twinned with her in black, winning hearts and earning the title 'Queen of Cannes'.
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In a tit-for-tat move, Pakistan has declared an Indian High Commission staff member in Islamabad persona non grata, citing activities violating diplomatic norms. This action follows India's expulsion of a Pakistani diplomat from New Delhi on similar espionage allegations.
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In Sambhal, Kumari Shashi called off her wedding with Amit Rana. She accused him of being drunk. Amit claimed his friends spiked his drink. The bride's family alleged the entire wedding party was intoxicated. Police detained Amit and a relative. Mediation failed, and the marriage was canceled. Gifts were returned, and no formal complaint was filed with the police.
Anushka Sharma shared an emotional message on social media following Virat Kohli's retirement from Test cricket after 14 years. Kohli, who debuted in 2011, scored 9,230 runs with 30 centuries. He also holds the record for most double centuries by an Indian and led India in 68 Tests, securing 40 wins.
Paresh Rawal, known for his iconic role as Baburao in 'Hera Pheri', has officially exited 'Hera Pheri 3' due to creative disagreements with the producers. This news follows a series of setbacks for the film, including Akshay Kumar's initial departure and subsequent return.
Shashi Tharoor's strong defence of the Modi government's response to Pakistan post the Pahalgam attack has stirred debate within the Congress party. While praising the armed forces, the Congress questioned the government's ceasefire decision, especially after Trump's mediation claims. Tharoor defended the government, dismissing Trump's credit-seeking and emphasizing India's firm stance against Pakistan.
Shoaib Ibrahim shared that Dipika Kakar has been diagnosed with a liver tumor after experiencing stomach pain and undergoing various tests. While initial tests haven't indicated cancerous cells, further evaluations are pending to determine the best course of treatment, which will likely involve surgery.
Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has formally acknowledged that India conducted missile strikes on the Nur Khan airbase in Rawalpindi on May 9-10. This admission contradicts previous Pakistani statements that downplayed the extent of the damage. BJP leaders have asserted that Sharif's words confirm the scale and precision of Operation Sindoor.
Shashi Tharoor expressed his sadness over Virat Kohli's unexpected retirement from Test cricket, calling him "immortal in whites." Tharoor reminisced about their meeting and admired Kohli's Test performances, lamenting the absence of a farewell match. Kohli's exit at 36 marks the end of an era, leaving a void as India prepares for the next World Test Championship cycle.