Cannes 2016: Bengali Films Selected For the Short Film Corner

Regional

Updated: May 8, 2016

The other selected short films are Abhiroop Basu's Afternoon with Julia, Aniket Chattopadhyay's Saubala, Lubdhak Chatterjee's In a Free State, Charles Kinnane's Generation Hope and Moumita Mondal's Adieu

1-Year-Old Among 9 Killed After Massive Fire At Residential Building In Delhi

All India

Updated: May 3, 2026

Summary is AI-generated, newsroom-reviewed

At least nine people died in a fire in a four-storey building in Vivek Vihar Delhi
The fire started on the second floor around 4 am and spread to upper floors
Fourteen fire tenders responded and controlled the fire by 6 am after two hours

Charred Bodies, Debris: Video Shows Grim Aftermath Of Delhi Building Fire

All India

Updated: May 3, 2026

Summary is AI-generated, newsroom-reviewed

Fire broke out on the second floor of a Delhi building around 4 am today
Video showed the grim aftermath of the fire showing charred bodies, collapsed structures, and huge debris
More than a dozen people were rescued and taken to hospital for treatment

EVMs Taped To Block Votes, Scent Smeared To Find Voters: Bengal Repoll Report

All India

Updated: May 3, 2026

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The Election Commission ordered fresh voting in all 285 polling stations in Falta assembly constituency
Multiple irregularities were found, including black tapes on ballot unit buttons to block votes
Reports indicated widespread booth-capturing and voter intimidation during polling

"Wife Was Shouting, He Was Crying": Family Of Delhi Judge Found Dead

All India

Updated: May 3, 2026

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Delhi Judicial Services officer Aman Kumar Sharma found dead at Safdarjung residence
Preliminary inquiry suggests death by hanging; no foul play established yet
Family alleges harassment and distress before Sharma's death

MI Called Out For Lack Of Support For Hardik: "No One Standing With Him"

Cricket

Updated: May 3, 2026

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Hardik Pandya faces criticism as Mumbai Indians lost their seventh match in IPL 2026
Manoj Tiwary said Pandya lacks adequate support from teammates during poor campaign
"Feels like no one is standing with Hardik. The support he needs simply isn't there," said Tiwary

'Not Promoting Infidelity': Ayushmann Khurrana On Pati Patni Aur Woh Do

Bollywood

Updated: May 3, 2026

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Ayushmann Khurrana clarified Pati Patni Aur Woh Do does not promote infidelity but uses humour
Khurrana praised director Mudassar Aziz for a fresh comedic take on the classic story
The film stars Sara Ali Khan, Rakul Preet Singh, and Wamiqa Gabbi alongside Khurrana

Flier 'Vomited Twice' Before Jumping Off Moving Plane At Chennai Airport

All India

Updated: May 3, 2026

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A passenger jumped out of a taxiing Air Arabia flight at Chennai Airport
The aircraft was moving slowly on a taxiway after landing when the incident occurred
The passenger was reportedly unwell and had vomited twice during the flight

Did AC Explosion Lead To Delhi Building Fire? What Residents Said

Delhi

Updated: May 3, 2026

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Fire broke out early Sunday in a four-storey building in Vivek Vihar, Delhi, killing nine people
The blaze affected flats on the second, third, and fourth floors, with 12-15 people rescued
Cause of fire unclear; suspected reasons include an AC blast or a short circuit

Man Shares Experience Of Getting Soaked By Unidentified Liquid During Flight

World

Updated: May 3, 2026

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Kevin Glover was soaked by liquid dripping from the cabin ceiling on a United flight
The leak persisted throughout the Houston to Chicago flight despite repeated complaints
Flight attendants responded after takeoff and gave paper towels but did not move him

Why Landour Is The Ideal Destination For A Peaceful Getaway

Places To Go

Updated: May 3, 2026

Summary is AI-generated, newsroom-reviewed

Misty hills, colonial buildings, and forest trails create a soothing atmosphere.
Silence, fresh air, and scenic views instantly calm the senses.
Perfect for travellers who want to slow down and enjoy nature.