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US intelligence suggests Cuba has acquired over 300 military drones, raising security concerns about potential attacks on American targets like Guantanamo Bay and Key West. CIA chief visited Havana, warning against hostilities and urging an end to its "totalitarian government." Cuba denies threatening war, asserting its right to self-defense amid growing defense ties with Russia and Iran.

A Bhopal woman's family protested, demanding a fresh post-mortem in Delhi after her death, alleging dowry harassment. Police formed a Special Investigation Team to probe the husband, a lawyer, and his former judge mother. The family claims the woman, from Noida, was murdered. Legal proceedings are sought to be moved out of Madhya Pradesh.

The NCB’s Rs 182 crore Captagon bust has exposed India’s first known link to a narcotics trade tied to Syria, Gulf smuggling routes and organised crime networks. But what exactly is Captagon, and why is it called the “jihadi drug”?

Ratlam, Madhya Pradesh, witnessed a second Rajdhani train fire on May 17, 2026, mirroring an incident from April 18, 2011. Both blazes, occurring near Ratlam's railway division, thankfully resulted in no casualties, with passengers safely evacuated. While the 2026 fire caused limited damage, these recurring events place Ratlam in an unfortunate spotlight on the Rajdhani network.

With eight games remaining, LSG and MI are out of playoff contention. RCB has qualified. GT are assured of a top-four points finish but could miss out. SRH have a high chance of making the top four. CSK and RR have less than even chances for the top four. PBKS, DC, and KKR's playoff hopes are diminishing.

India expressed deep concern over Iranian drone attacks targeting the Barakah nuclear facility in the UAE, calling it a dangerous escalation. The strike, which caused a fire near an electrical generator but no injuries or leaks, has intensified regional tensions. The UAE condemned the act as unprovoked and a threat to its sovereignty.

Falling exchange rate can curb imports more effectively than austerity measures. Don't intervene in forex market

Salesforce is significantly boosting AI spending, projecting hundreds of millions on Anthropic tokens, while halting software engineer hiring. CEO Marc Benioff highlights AI's role in enhancing engineer productivity by over 30%, enabling faster output and lower development costs. This strategic shift reflects a broader tech trend of leveraging AI for efficiency, with humans still integral to operations.

RJ Mahvash addressed social media speculation about her relationship with Yuzvendra Chahal, clarifying that unfollowing each other on Instagram stemmed from a minor disagreement. She emphasized that such actions are common among friends and do not signify deeper issues, highlighting her loyalty and support for Chahal during his past mental health struggles.