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US Strikes Iran's Radar and Drone Control Sites June 01, 2026 15:49

The United States performed what it described as "self-defense strikes" on Iranian radar and drone control locations in the Goruk and Qeshm Islands over the weekend. The US Central Command (CENTCOM) stated these new strikes were a reaction to "hostile" actions from Tehran. This happened while both countries were negotiating a peace deal to prolong a ceasefire and open the Strait of Hormuz. CENTCOM mentioned in a post on X that "US Central Command conducted self-defense strikes on Iranian radar and drone control sites in Goruk, Iran, and Qeshm Island this weekend. " These strikes were a response to the downing of an American MQ-1 Predator drone this weekend, which was flying over international waters. CENTCOM noted that US fighter jets took action by destroying Iranian air defense systems, a ground control facility, and two one-way attack drones, ensuring that no US military personnel were injured during the strikes. Last week, the two nations had also exchanged attacks, with Iran hitting a US airbase after the US military conducted what a Washington official described as strikes aimed at an Iranian drone operation near the Strait of Hormuz. According to Iran's Fars news agency, which cited the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC), Iranian forces targeted an airbase that had been used to attack a communications tower on Sirik Island, found in the southern Hormozgan province, following US strikes. It did not clarify which US airbase was hit, probably referring to an attack in Kuwait. The IRGC reportedly stated, “After the US army attacked a communication tower on Sirik Island in Hormozgan Province an hour ago, the IRGC Aerospace Force fighters targeted the airbase from which the attack was launched, and the intended targets were destroyed. ” In the meantime, Kuwait announced that its air defense systems had fired early Monday morning to intercept incoming drone and missile threats. No one immediately took responsibility for the attack on Kuwait, although it was likely carried out by Iran or Iranian-supported Shiite militias in Iraq. Both have frequently attacked Kuwait during the Iran War. Amid rising tensions, Iran's Foreign Minister Araghchi stated that Tehran is still communicating with the US about a potential agreement to conclude the war. This announcement followed reports from US media that Trump had requested stronger conditions in the initial agreement.

IPL 2026: Prize Money for RCB and GT June 01, 2026 12:25

Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) has claimed the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 championship for the second time, becoming only the third team to achieve consecutive victories. RCB won against Gujarat Titans (GT) by five wickets in the final, with Virat Kohli shining through with a score of 75 runs off 42 balls. As champions of the IPL, RCB will receive an impressive prize of Rs 20 crore. The Gujarat Titans, led by Shubman Gill, ended up as the second-place team and will get Rs 12.5 crore. Rajasthan Royals (RR), who lost in Qualifier 2, earned a total of Rs 7 crore. Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH), who were eliminated in the first knockout round, received Rs 6.5 crore as their prize money. With Kohli's unbeaten 75 runs and strong performance from their bowlers, Royal Challengers Bengaluru successfully defended their IPL title, winning by five wickets against Gujarat Titans in the 2026 final held at the crowded Narendra Modi Stadium on Sunday. Washington Sundar's strong performance with an unbeaten 50 runs from 37 balls helped GT score 155 runs for 8 wickets. However, RCB's Rasikh Salam Dar took 3 wickets for 27 runs, while Josh Hazlewood and Bhuvneshwar Kumar made early breakthroughs to keep GT's score in check on a tricky pitch. In response, Kohli achieved his quickest fifty in the league, reaching it in just 25 balls and led the team’s chase of 156 runs with confidence, finishing not out at 75 runs off 42 balls, which included nine fours and three sixes. This also marked his highest score in IPL playoffs. RCB has maintained an impressive record where they have not lost a match since 2025 whenever Kohli has scored fifty runs, securing their place alongside Mumbai Indians and Chennai Super Kings as the only teams to defend their IPL championship successfully. Furthermore, this continued the trend of the Qualifier 1 winners lifting the trophy for nine consecutive seasons. With the victory sealed with two overs to go, it also means that Josh Hazlewood has never lost a match in white-ball finals, and Krunal Pandya has won every IPL final he has played in. GT, who were champions at the same location in 2022, were hindered by RCB's strategic bowling and the challenge of playing their third match at a different venue within six days, having arrived in Ahmedabad only on Saturday night due to bad weather conditions.

RCB Bags IPL 2026 Title June 01, 2026 11:59

It took Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) 18 years to earn their first championship, but they quickly became the third team to defend it successfully. Their fast bowlers made excellent use of a somewhat tricky pitch after Rajat Patidar won the toss in the IPL 2026 final, limiting Gujarat Titans (GT), who were playing in their third final in five years, to 155 runs. This was the same score RCB had achieved in the earlier match against the same team at the same venue on pitch No. 6. Josh Hazlewood, who has never faced defeat in a T20 or ODI final, set the tone by taking Shubman Gill's wicket in his first over. Bhuvneshwar Kumar briefly took back the Purple Cap by claiming two wickets, while Rasikh Salam finished his best IPL season with three wickets, increasing his total for the year to 19. Last season's Player of the Match, Krunal Pandya, who has now won his fifth IPL final, also contributed by getting the key wicket of Jos Buttler while bowling 4 overs for 23 runs and 1 wicket. He is now third in the list of players with most titles, behind only Rohit Sharma and Ambati Rayudu, and is the first to defend a title with two different teams. This IPL saw only three out of 26 scores under 190 successfully defended in a complete match. With the ball still moving around, the top bowling attack in the tournament believed they had a shot, but as wickets fell, Virat Kohli took this final to score his quickest IPL fifty and his highest playoff score, helping RCB win by five wickets with two overs left. Gill and B Sai Sudharsan entered the final as the only duo from the same team to have scored over 700 runs in this IPL, but they faced bowlers who had caused them difficulties before. A cautious start occurred, with Gill getting through the over from Bhuvneshwar, but Hazlewood forced him into a top edge on his trademark short-arm pull. GT moved Nishant Sindhu up to No. 3 to shield Buttler from Bhuvneshwar, but the clever bowler made sure Buttler had to bat soon by dismissing Sai Sudharsan in his second over. Bhuvneshwar first tricked Sai Sudharsan with a bouncer, then bowled another that hit the bottom edge. Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, present in Ahmedabad, had now secured the Orange Cap. This was only the fourth time this IPL that both GT's openers were dismissed in the powerplay, with three of those instances against RCB. Noticing some grip on the pitch and seeing conventional batters at the crease, Krunal decided to set aside his tricky deliveries and focused solely on bowling length. In his initial three overs, he did not let any boundaries happen. At the same time, Salam was also economical, consistently bowling a good length while taking advantage of the minor changes in the pitch. One of his deliveries led to Sindhu being caught at long-on. When Krunal began his last over, they had bowled 37 legal balls without conceding a boundary. Anticipating that a frustrated Buttler might attempt something risky, Krunal delivered a wide yorker, resulting in an outstanding stumping by Jitesh Sharma. Following this, Arshad Khan came in and hit a six on the fourth ball of the 13th over, just one ball faster than the record for the longest time taken to hit a six in an IPL final. Hazlewood, Bhuvneshwar, and Salam did not give anything away during the death overs. Each time GT thought they could gain some momentum, one of the fast bowlers struck with a wicket. Hazlewood dismissed Arshad, Bhuvneshwar reached 28 wickets this season by getting Jason Holder out, and Salam removed both Rahul Tewatia and Rashid Khan towards the end. Jacob Duffy did not take any wickets, but he came close with Washington Sundar, who managed to score a spirited 50 off 37 balls. Venkatesh Iyer similarly gave the average chase a strong beginning, replicating his solid 50 at two runs per ball from the 2024 final. Though he wasn't supposed to take risks, a knee injury in the first over of this chase forced him to be aggressive. He took on Rabada in his first over, and by the time Mohammed Siraj dismissed him for 32 off 16 balls, he had set RCB on the path to success. While Venkatesh had a particular reason to be aggressive, Kohli attacked Rabada with a level of intensity that reflected a season where he has been comparable to some of the younger, dynamic T20 players. Among the six players who have scored over 600 runs this IPL, only Sooryavanshi and Ishan Kishan have done it faster than Kohli's 675 at a strike rate of 165.84. As usual, Kohli was enthusiastic when facing his long-time rival Rabada, hitting a magnificent six and three fours in Rabada's second over. The bowler's nerves were shaken against Kohli, whose first run on the off side marked his 39th run. By that point, Rabada regained the Purple Cap by taking Devdutt Padikkal’s wicket, and Rashid Khan soon claimed two wickets in his opening over, yet the required run rate was already less than a run per ball. An injury to Kohli was the only thing that slowed RCB's progress to the championship, but he wrapped things up in style with a four and a six off the last two deliveries of the 18th over.

Honor Win Turbo Launched With 10,000mAh Battery May 30, 2026 19:07

Honor Win Turbo was introduced in China on Friday. The new smartphone from the Honor Win series comes in three colors and has a 10,000mAh battery. The Honor Win Turbo features a 6.79-inch screen with a brightness of 8000 nits at its peak and operates with the MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Racing Edition processor, having up to 16GB of RAM and up to 512GB of internal storage. It includes a dual rear camera system, highlighted by a 50-megapixel main sensor and comes with MagicOS 10 already installed. The price for the model with 12GB RAM and 256GB storage is set at CNY 3,299 (around Rs. 46,000). The models with 12GB RAM and 512GB storage and 16GB RAM with the same storage capacity are priced at CNY 3,599 (about Rs. 50,000) and CNY 4,199 (approximately Rs. 60,000), respectively. This device is offered in Black, Blue, and White. The dual SIM (Nano+Nano) Honor Win Turbo runs MagicOS 10 based on Android 16 and has a 6.79-inch AMOLED display with a resolution of 1.5K (1,200×2,640 pixels) featuring Oasis Eye Protection, a 94.62 percent screen-to-body ratio, a refresh rate of up to 120Hz, and 3840Hz PWM Dimming. The display is said to reach a peak brightness of 8000 nits. The Honor Win Turbo is powered by a MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Racing Edition processor with a Mali-G720 MC8 GPU, offering up to 16GB LPDDR5x RAM and 512GB UFS 4.1 storage. It has a C1+ RF enhancement chip that helps maintain stable connectivity in areas with poor reception, such as elevators, underground parking lots, and high-speed rail stations. For photography, the device has a dual rear camera, led by a 50-megapixel main camera with optical image stabilization and an f/1.88 aperture. The rear setup also features a 5-megapixel wide-angle camera. For selfies and video calls, it is equipped with a 16-megapixel front camera. The phone includes a large liquid cooling area measuring 40,000 sq mm for managing heat. It offers several connectivity options such as 5G, Bluetooth 6.0, GPS, NFC, OTG, and a USB Type-C port. The device has various sensors, including an accelerometer, gyroscope, gravity sensor, and a proximity sensor. There is a fingerprint sensor for unlocking. The new smartphone comes with dual speakers and dual microphones. It has ratings of IP66, IP68, IP69, and IP69K for protection against dust and water. It has also earned SGS gold standard with five-star ratings for drop, shock, and crush resistance. The Honor Win Turbo is equipped with a 10,000mAh battery that supports 80W fast wired charging and 27W reverse charging. The battery is claimed to offer up to 17.3 hours of ongoing navigation and up to 14.2 hours of gaming on one charge. Its dimensions are 162.1×76.3×7.98mm and it weighs around 216 grams.

Vivo S60 Launched With 7,200mAh Battery May 30, 2026 15:05

Vivo S60 was introduced in China on Friday as the latest mid-range smartphone from the company. The device is expected to become available for purchase in the country shortly through the brand's online shop. It comes in three different colors. The new Vivo S series phone includes a triple camera system on the back. It has a large 7,200mAh battery that supports fast charging at 90W through a USB Type-C connector. The phone showcases a 6.59-inch screen that can refresh at rates up to 144Hz. It also includes a 3D ultrasonic fingerprint sensor for secure access. The design of the Vivo S60 features a single-piece "cold-carved glass" style. The starting price of the Vivo S60 is CNY 3,599 (approximately Rs. 50,000) for the base model with 12GB of RAM and 256GB of storage. The higher model with 12GB of RAM and 512GB of storage is priced at CNY 3,999 (around Rs. 56,000). The top variant, which has 16GB of RAM and 512GB of storage, costs CNY 4,399 (close to Rs. 62,000). In addition, the Vivo S60 Vitality Edition is available for CNY 2,899 (about Rs. 41,000) for the entry-level 8GB + 256GB option, while the 12GB + 256GB and 12GB + 512GB models are priced at CNY 3,199 (roughly Rs. 45,000) and CNY 3,499 (around Rs. 49,000), respectively. These new phones will be available in China starting June 3 through the Vivo online store. The Vivo S60 series is available in the colors Early Summer Green, Midsummer Night's Dream, and Sea of Stars. The Vivo S60 supports dual SIM cards and operates on OriginOS 6, which is based on Android 16. It features a 6.59-inch 1.5K (1,260 x 2,750 pixels) AMOLED display, supporting a refresh rate of up to 144Hz, a pixel density of 459 ppi, over 1 billion colors, HDR compatibility, a full DCI-P3 color range, and a touch sampling rate of 300Hz. The company states that the phone has IP69 + IP69 ratings for dust and water resistance. The Vivo S60 is powered by a 4nm octa-core Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 processor, which includes three efficiency cores running at 2GHz, four performance cores at 2.8GHz, and a prime core with a maximum speed of 3GHz. The phone also has an Adreno 735 GPU, supports up to 16GB of RAM, and provides up to 512GB of internal storage. For its camera features, the Vivo S60 comes with a three-camera setup on the back. This includes a 50-megapixel main camera (f/1.75) that has optical image stabilization, an 8-megapixel ultrawide camera (f/2.2), and a 50-megapixel telephoto camera (f/2.65) that provides digital zoom up to 100 times. For taking selfies and making video calls, there is a 50-megapixel camera (f/2.0) on the front. This device can record videos in up to 4K resolution. The Vivo S60 has a powerful 7,200mAh battery that supports 90W fast charging through wired connections. It also features 5G, 4G LTE, Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.4, a USB Type-C port, GPS, BeiDou, GLONASS, Galileo, and QZSS for various connectivity options. The phone includes several sensors, such as a 3D ultrasonic fingerprint sensor for security, a gravity sensor, a proximity sensor, an ambient light sensor, an e-compass, and a gyroscope. The dimensions of the Vivo S60 are 157.52x74. 33x7. 92mm, and it weighs approximately 207g. The Vivo S60 Vitality Edition shares the same display qualities, battery size, fast charging capabilities, fingerprint sensor, size, operating system, and connectivity options as the Vivo S60. Additionally, it has the same main and ultrawide cameras on its rear. However, the Vitality Edition does not include the 50-megapixel periscope telephoto camera that is present in the standard version. In addition to these features, the Vivo S60 Vitality Edition is powered by a 4nm octa-core MediaTek Dimensity 7500 Full Power chipset, which includes four efficiency cores running at 2GHz and four performance cores with a maximum speed of 2.6GHz. This device also has an ARM Mali G625 GPU, up to 12GB of RAM, and up to 512GB of internal storage. It weighs around 199g.

Rs 400 Cr Legal Dispute over Varun Dhawan's Chunnari Chunnari May 29, 2026 20:56

The argument regarding the supposed "unauthorized" use of Chunnari Chunnari — the popular song from the 90s movie Biwi No.1, which starred Salman Khan and Sushmita Sen — in David Dhawan's latest project Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai, featuring his son Varun Dhawan, has intensified. This situation heated up when Vashu Bhagnani, who produced Biwi No.1, filed a lawsuit for Rs 400 crore in the Bombay High Court against Tips Industries Limited, Ramesh Taurani, Kumar S Taurani, and David Dhawan. This lawsuit has stirred up more issues and debates as the film's premiere approaches. Producer Vashu Bhagnani, who leads Puja Films, has consistently stated that his concerns are based on ethics rather than money, asserting that he wasn't approached before the songs were included in the new project. As someone who supports the protection of intellectual property rights, Bhagnani remarked that he is advocating for other producers facing the same challenges. "My fight is for the public. It is about justice and ethics," he expressed. Meanwhile, David Dhawan's Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai has been making headlines for negative reasons since the trailer became available. The title of the film comes from the song of the same name from Biwi No 1, which featured Salman Khan and Sushmita Sen. While the video for Chunnari Chunnari has been released, the video for the song Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai is still pending. The original date for the trailer's release (May 21) was altered; arguments between Tips producer Ramesh Taurani and Vashu Bhagnani have been in the news. Furthermore, online reactions have not favored the new version of the song that Salman Khan and Sushmita once made famous before the Instagram age. As the court prepares to give its decision, let’s revisit this uproar, which is even more significant than the original hit. The trailer launch for Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai was planned for May 21. However, the event was abruptly canceled, with the creators mentioning a "technical glitch" as the reason for the delay. This postponement supposedly came after Vashu Bhagnani filed a lawsuit against David Dhawan, Ramesh Taurani, and others seeking to stop the alleged unauthorized use of his songs and videos in the new film. VK Dubey, the legal representative for Puja Entertainment, challenged the "technical glitch" excuse. "Referring to it simply as a 'technical glitch' is merely a way to distract from the real issue. The fact is that a legal order is already in place for this situation, and while such an order exists, the involved parties cannot proceed with the trailer or film release against court directions. The sudden cancellation of the trailer launch is quite telling on its own," he stated. Dubey also mentioned that legal actions against David Dhawan and Tips are currently in progress regarding this issue. "What matters even more is that serious legal actions — FIRs which include claims of fraud, breach of trust, forgery, copyright violations, and conspiracy — have already been filed against David Dhawan and the Taurani brothers. The Additional Chief Judicial Magistrate Court in Udakishunganj, Madhepura, has acknowledged the situation and sent investigation notices to director David Dhawan, Ramesh Taurani, Kumar Taurani, and Girish Taurani from Tips Industries Ltd. These are not mere casual claims but serious accusations, and there is an ongoing judicial investigation," Dubey stated. On May 23, the film's trailer was released in Mumbai, attended by the cast and producer.During the trailer launch, producer Ramesh Taurani responded to worries following a legal notice he received. "There is no issue here. Everything has been resolved," Taurani declared, assuring that promotional efforts and the release of the film would continue without interruption. He continued, "And anything that comes up next will also be handled. So, there is no issue. This is a matter that is under judicial review. We are managing it." The producer related the disagreement to his long-term working relationship with director David Dhawan. After the film Coolie No. 1 (2020), which was produced by Puja Entertainment and directed by Dhawan, both parties had reportedly explored future projects involving Varun Dhawan and Rohit Dhawan. However, Bhagnani claimed that plans shifted when David Dhawan and producer Ramesh Taurani started working on Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai. In a virtual press conference, Bhagnani stated, "Three months later, I found out that Ramesh Taurani and David Dhawan had teamed up to create a film. I felt a bit upset, but then I realized that I couldn’t stop them. A year later, I discovered that 'Chunnari Chunnari' was included in that film. I contacted David Dhawan and asked them, 'How could you do this? '" He also claimed, "We sold the audio rights of Biwi No. 1 to Tips when it was released. They were misbehaving by playing the video. They weren’t even willing to meet us about this issue. We submitted a letter in court, which led to the court granting us a status quo." Bhagnani raised concerns about the morality of the situation. "How can David Dhawan use the same songs from our film in his son's movie, especially in a Ramesh Taurani production? There should be some standards of ethics in the industry. " He mentioned that just a quick phone call could have prevented the argument entirely: "At the very least, he could have called to say, 'Vashu ji, I am using the same song for my son. I hope you are fine with that. Please give your support. ' I would have agreed and it wouldn’t have bothered me." After he filed the initial lawsuit, Bhagnani secured temporary protection for Puja Entertainment in its legal battle against Tips Music regarding the supposed unauthorized use of Bollywood intellectual property. As per comments made through his lawyer, VK Dubey, the court's "status quo" ruling applies to all musical rights, songs, and films cited in the lawsuit. "I think they haven’t reviewed the court ruling thoroughly. The ruling clearly indicates that all music rights, songs, and films listed in the plaintiff's lawsuit are included under the 'status quo' ruling," Dubey remarked. In a message posted on Instagram two days after the trailer was launched, Tips responded to the claims made by Puja Entertainment. "We want to inform the public about the claims made by Puja Entertainment (India) Limited ('PEIL') against Tips Music Limited ('Tips') regarding the supposed copyright violation and the use of the songs 'Chunnari Chunnari' and 'Ishq Sona Hai' in the upcoming film 'Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai.'" The company further stated, "Tips firmly asserts that it is the rightful and lawful owner of the copyrights and related rights for these works. We dispute PEIL’s allegations. Tips wishes to clarify that it has taken all necessary and proper actions according to the law, including receiving relief from the Hon'ble Supreme Court of India through its order dated May 22, 2026. " The statement ended with, "Tips is dedicated to safeguarding its rights and is actively seeking all suitable legal options with the help of its legal advisors, complying with applicable laws and regulations. " In response to Tips' statement, Puja Entertainment's lawyer informed NDTV, "We have only just discovered the order issued by the Hon'ble Supreme Court. This order was obtained without notifying us or making us aware of the proceedings. Therefore, we are in the process of submitting a request to cancel this order, as it was gained without our awareness and without presenting the complete facts and merits to the Honourable Court. " On Thursday, Vashu Bhagnani filed another lawsuit seeking urgent and extensive legal action to prevent the release, distribution, showing, streaming, and any further commercial use of the film and its promotional materials that include the disputed songs, "Chunnari Chunnari" and "Ishq Sona Hai." Speaking to ANI, Advocate Dubey stated, "We have submitted a lawsuit claiming Rs. 400 crores against Tips Music Company. The legal dispute has been ongoing for a long time, and the rights of the musicians are still not being resolved. " He elaborated, "In the past, movie rights were based on agreements. Nowadays, music companies purchase songs from large producers or songwriters. At that time, the contracts with Tips allowed for audio rights only. In 2018, Tips reached out via email requesting visual rights. Vashu Bhagnani responded, but their discussion did not lead to a resolution. " In a press statement, Puja Entertainment has requested instructions to remove the songs Chunnari Chunnari and Ishq Sona Hai from the movie and its marketing materials, as well as asking for a title change from Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai. The production company also seeks an extra Rs 100 crore in compensation if Tips Industries Limited and David Dhawan do not meet these requests and keep using the contested works. Puja Entertainment (India) Ltd claims that the defendants have wrongfully used important intellectual property rights without having proper authority, transfer, or permission to commercially exploit the original audiovisual materials. This film is the fourth partnership between David Dhawan and Varun Dhawan. Starring Varun Dhawan, Mrunal Thakur, and Pooja Hegde, the movie centers on a confusing love triangle and a series of humorous mistakes. The cast also includes Rakesh Bedi, Chunky Panday, Jimmy Shergill, Mouni Roy, Rajesh Kumar, and Ali Asgar in significant roles.

White House Launches "Aliens" Website May 29, 2026 20:34

The White House has created a new website that initially appears to share declassified details, but as visitors scroll down, it is clear that the term "aliens" does not refer to beings from outer space; rather, it pertains to foreign individuals who have entered the United States unlawfully. The site features unsettling green text stating, "They walk among us." It claims, "For 60 years, the U. S. government has kept a well-kept secret. Foreign individuals have been living among us, residing in our communities, and engaging with us in our everyday activities. " "With one exception - they should not be here. " The website, named Aliens.gov, resembles a space-themed platform for immigration enforcement and showcases a map of the U. S. highlighting "alien arrests. " The information on this site is set to be refreshed and will also be available on the White House app. "Millions arrived unnoticed and became part of our society. Numerous presidents, members of Congress, and high-ranking officials were aware of what was occurring. Instead of safeguarding American citizens, they opted to hide it and even facilitate the influx," the new website claims. It then asserts that only one individual "had the bravery to reveal the truth. " It mentions that U. S. President Donald Trump has warned about the threats "aliens" pose to Americans. "If you have seen an alien abduction, remain calm. The alien is in safe hands. We will ensure its well-being… and return it home safely," the website concludes. There is also a section on the site where visitors can "report unusual aliens. " The American Immigration Council noted that as of mid-January, there were 73,000 individuals in Immigration and Customs Enforcement detention centers throughout the United States.

Rishabh Pant Resigns as Lucknow Super Giants Captain May 29, 2026 20:12

Rishabh Pant has resigned as the captain of the Lucknow Super Giants after the team ended at the bottom in IPL 2026. The IPL franchise announced on social media that Pant’s plea to step down from his leadership position was accepted by the management team. LSG had a dreadful season in 2026, managing only 4 wins and finishing last with 8 points from 14 games. Pant's batting wasn't great either, as he made 312 runs in 14 matches with a strike rate of 138.05. He was purchased for a record Rs 27 crore during the IPL 2025 auction, but since then, LSG ranked seventh and tenth in the following seasons. "The Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) formally announces that Rishabh Pant has asked to be relieved of his captaincy responsibilities with the team, and the organization has accepted his request immediately," LSG said in a statement on Friday. Tom Moody, the Director of Cricket for LSG, mentioned that Pant’s resignation was 'never easy. ' “Rishabh came to us with this request, and we have graciously accepted it. Making these choices is never simple," Moody mentioned in a statement put out by LSG. "We appreciate everything Rishabh has contributed as our captain. Our attention now shifts to working together to rebuild and improve to achieve the highest standards,” he continued. LSG has not yet revealed who will take over as the new captain after Pant. "To ensure a strong comeback in the next season, we will announce the new captain of Lucknow Super Giants in due time,” the franchise stated. During Pant's leadership, LSG won 10 matches but lost 18 over two seasons. As a wicketkeeper batsman, once regarded as one of the top hitters in the nation, he only accumulated 581 runs with a strike rate of 135.74.

Toyota Urban Cruiser Ebella Launched in India May 29, 2026 19:50

Toyota Kirloskar Motor has introduced its first fully electric vehicle, the Urban Cruiser Ebella, in India with a starting price of Rs 23.60 lakh for the highest E3 model. This electric SUV shares its foundation with the Maruti Suzuki e-Vitara and aims to establish a presence in the mid-sized electric vehicle segment. It will face competition from other models like the Hyundai Creta Electric, MG ZS EV, and Tata Curvv EV in the Indian market. The Urban Cruiser Ebella has a design similar to the e-Vitara but adds Toyota's unique styling. It features an eye-catching front end that fits with the brand's global design trends. The car has a sculpted hood that gives it a powerful look, along with stylish lines down its sides. The alloy wheels are designed for better aerodynamics, enhancing its overall appearance. The vehicle's dimensions include a wheelbase of 2700 mm, a length of 4,285 mm, a width of around 1,800 mm, and a height of nearly 1,640 mm. It comes in distinct colors like Cafe White, Bluish Black, Gaming Grey, Sportin Red, and Enticing Silver. There are also dual-tone options such as Cafe White paired with Land Breeze Green, Sportin Red, and Enticing Silver, all featuring a black roof. Inside, the electric vehicle has a black and brown interior that creates a stylish dual-tone effect. The dashboard design is similar to that of the Maruti Suzuki e-Vitara. Additionally, the Urban Cruiser Ebella is equipped with many modern electric vehicle features including a panoramic sunroof, a 10.1-inch infotainment screen, ventilated seats, a wireless charging station, a JBL sound system, ambient lighting, a dial-type gear shifter, an air purifier, climate control, and more. For safety, the vehicle includes 7 airbags, a 360-degree camera, and Level 2 Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS). The Toyota Urban Cruiser Ebella is powered by a 61 kWh battery, producing 171 hp of power and a peak torque of 193 Nm in the top E3 variant. This version is said to provide a driving range of 543 km on one full charge.

Vivo T5 Launched with 7,200mAh Battery May 29, 2026 17:08

Vivo T5 has been introduced in some countries as the third device in the company's mid-range T5 series, alongside the Vivo T5 Pro 5G and Vivo T5x 5G. This 4G smartphone is available in two colors and has one configuration for RAM and storage. The new Vivo phone is powered by Qualcomm's octa-core Snapdragon 6 series processor. It features a large 7,200mAh battery that allows for 44W wired fast charging. The device includes a dual rear camera setup, which is led by a 50-megapixel main camera. Additionally, it has 8GB of LPDDR4x RAM. The cost of the Vivo T5 is MXN 5,799, which is about Rs. 32,000, for the single model that comes with 8GB of RAM and 256GB of internal storage. Currently, the smartphone can be purchased through the Vivo Mexico online store. The color choices for the Vivo T5 are Black and Golden (translated from Spanish). This new Vivo model supports dual SIM cards and operates on OriginOS 6 based on Android 16. It features a 6.75-inch HD+ (720×1,570 pixels) LCD display that has a refresh rate of up to 120Hz, covers 83 percent of NTSC, and can reach up to 1,250 nits brightness. The company states that the Vivo T5 has IP68 and IP69 ratings for dust and water resistance. The Vivo T5 is powered by a 6nm octa-core Snapdragon 6s Gen 2 processor from Qualcomm. This chipset includes four efficient cores running at 1.9GHz and four high-performance cores that can reach up to 2.9GHz. The smartphone comes with 8GB of LPDDR4x RAM and 256GB of UFS 2.2 internal memory. For photography, the Vivo T5 has a dual rear camera system with a 50-megapixel primary camera that has an f/2.0 aperture. Additionally, there is a 2-megapixel secondary camera with an f/2.4 aperture. For selfies and video calls, the front features a 32-megapixel camera with an f/2.45 aperture, and it also includes an LED flash on the back. The Vivo T5 is powered by a 7,200mAh battery and supports 44W wired fast charging. Connectivity options for the device include 4G LTE, dual-band Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 5.1, a USB Type-C port, GPS, BeiDou, GLONASS, Galileo, and QZSS. It has a variety of sensors, including an accelerometer, ambient light sensor, e-compass, proximity sensor, IR blaster, gyroscope, and a side-mounted fingerprint sensor for security. The dimensions of the phone are 166.64×78.43×8.39mm, and it weighs around 219 grams.