Alanis Morissette to judge American Idol?

Music

Updated: Aug 14, 2012

Alanis is said to be "excited" at the prospect of joining the show, especially because it would help boost sales of her forthcoming album.

The Saudi-Pakistan Factor Behind UAE's Exit From OPEC

World

Updated: Apr 29, 2026

Summary is AI-generated, newsroom-reviewed

United Arab Emirates is exiting OPEC after nearly 60 years, citing political and business reasons
The UAE aims to increase oil production and maximize profits without Saudi-imposed quotas
Exit weakens Saudi Arabia's control over OPEC and diminishes Riyadh's regional influence

BJP Claims EVM Tampering, Says Button "Taped" In Trinamool Stronghold

All India

Updated: Apr 29, 2026

Summary is AI-generated, newsroom-reviewed

Trinamool accused of EVM tampering in Abhishek Banerjee's stronghold during Bengal polls
BJP alleges its button was taped on EVMs in Falta polling booths in Diamond Harbour
Trinamool denies charge and claims the BJP is raising such allegations since it is losing

6 Lanes, 600 km, 6 Hours: Ganga Expressway, Where You Can Drive At 120 kmph

All India

Updated: Apr 29, 2026

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the 594-km Ganga Expressway in Uttar Pradesh
The expressway links Meerut to Prayagraj. Commuters will be able to cover 600 km in 6 hours
It includes 12 industrial clusters with Rs 47,000 crore in proposed investments

EVM 'Glitch', Violence During Polling, Mamata Banerjee's "Terrorism" Charge

All India

Updated: Apr 29, 2026

Summary is AI-generated, newsroom-reviewed

Violence and vandalism were reported early Wednesday during voting for the second phase of the Bengal election
There was also a report of malfunctioning EVMs, or electronic voting machines, in Howrah
The clashes led to Mamata Banerjee accusing central security forces of "acting at BJP's behest"

"You'd Be Speaking French": King Charles Roasts Trump At State Dinner

World

Updated: Apr 29, 2026

Summary is AI-generated, newsroom-reviewed

King Charles III joked that without the British, Americans would be speaking French
Charles referenced Trump's World War II remarks about Europeans speaking German without US help
The king made lighthearted comments about White House renovations and historical events

Big Drop In Watermelon Prices In Navi Mumbai After 'Food Poisoning' Deaths

All India

Updated: Apr 29, 2026

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Watermelon prices dropped to Rs 7/kg in Navi Mumbai after four deaths linked to its consumption
Demand for watermelon remains low despite its usual summer popularity at Navi Mumbai APMC market
Four family members died after severe vomiting and diarrhoea following a watermelon and pulav meal

Riyan Parag Vaping Row: Possible Punishment For Using Banned Product Revealed

Cricket

Updated: Apr 29, 2026

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RR captain Riyan Parag may face disciplinary action from the BCCI for vaping in the dressing room
E-cigarettes have been banned in India since 2019 under a law prohibiting their manufacture and sale
As per a report, violations can attract fines of up to Rs 5 lakh ($6,000) and jail terms

Man Shares Reason For Calling Bengaluru "Loneliest" City, Internet Reacts

Offbeat

Updated: Apr 29, 2026

Summary is AI-generated, newsroom-reviewed

Entrepreneur Harsh Snehanshu called Bengaluru the loneliest city in a LinkedIn post
He claimed Bengaluru lacks inspiring sights, offering only activities to fill time
Snehanshu contrasted Bengaluru with cities like Delhi and Mumbai that inspire idling

From Shadow To Spotlight: Being Abhishek Banerjee In Bengal Politics

All India

Updated: Apr 29, 2026

Summary is AI-generated, newsroom-reviewed

Abhishek Banerjee entered politics in 2011, rising swiftly in Trinamool Congress
He became youngest MP in 2014, winning Diamond Harbour with growing margins
By 2021, he was Trinamool General Secretary and a key national party face

Trump Tells Aides To Prep For Lengthy Hormuz Blockade: Report

World

Updated: Apr 29, 2026

Summary is AI-generated, newsroom-reviewed

President Trump ordered preparations for an extended US naval blockade of the Strait of Hormuz
The US aims to pressure Iran by blocking vessels to and from Iranian ports
Iran seeks to reopen the strait with an interim deal, but Washington rejected the offer