After a public fallout with President Donald Trump, Elon Musk has floated the idea of launching a new political outfit, The America Party. The Tesla and SpaceX CEO ran a poll on X, where 80% supported creating a third party. Musk, angered by Trump’s $4 trillion “Big, Beautiful Bill,” called it a “disgusting abomination” and even demanded Trump's impeachment. Trump responded by distancing himself, calling Musk “a man who has lost his mind.” Their once-close alliance is now a bitter feud, with Musk attacking Trump’s tariffs and Republicans urging both men to dial down the rhetoric before the 2026 race heats up. (PC: Reuters)

A new bill pushed by US President Donald Trump, dubbed the "One Big Beautiful Bill," proposes a 3.5% tax on all outbound remittances, sparking concerns in India. With $129 billion in remittances received in 2024, India—home to the world’s largest diaspora—faces a potential financial blow. The tax, passed by a slim margin in the US House, could hit states like Kerala and Bihar hard. Elon Musk criticized the bill, joking it can't be both “big” and “beautiful.” The move is part of broader legislation supporting Trump's 2024 campaign promises, with cuts to student aid and green energy incentives. (PC: AFP )

A Karnataka-based activist has filed a complaint against RCB star Virat Kohli following the tragic stampede outside Bengaluru’s M Chinnaswamy Stadium that killed 11 people and injured over 50. The chaos erupted during RCB's IPL victory celebration, allegedly without proper police clearance. Bengaluru Police have registered cases against RCB, KSCA, and DNA Entertainment for lapses in planning and crowd control. RCB's marketing head, Nikhil Sosale, was arrested at the airport while three others were detained. The complaint against Kohli will be considered under the ongoing investigation. The Karnataka government has suspended top officials over the tragedy. (PC: X/RCB)

Congress MP Shashi Tharoor firmly rejected US President Donald Trump’s repeated claims of mediating a ceasefire between India and Pakistan. Speaking at the Council on Foreign Relations in New York, Tharoor said, “Mediation is not a term we are particularly willing to entertain… it implies an equivalence that doesn't exist.” Tharoor, who is in the US leading the multi-party Operation Sindoor delegation, stressed that talks cannot occur "between terrorists and their victims." India maintains that the May 10 understanding to end hostilities followed direct military talks between the two nations, not U.S. intervention as Trump has suggested. (PC: ANI)

U.S. President Donald Trump has reignited his feud with Tesla CEO Elon Musk, telling Fox News, “Elon has totally lost it.” Trump dismissed reports of a possible phone call, stating he’s not interested in talking to Musk, who recently hinted at forming a new political party via a poll on X. The clash began after Musk criticised Trump’s spending bill, prompting Trump to call Musk ungrateful. Musk hit back, claiming, “Without me, Trump would have lost the election.” Despite ongoing business ties—Tesla and SpaceX hold U.S. government contracts—their personal relationship appears irreparably strained. (PC: BBC)

Prime Minister Narendra Modi confirmed he will attend the G7 Summit in Kananaskis, Canada, later this month, following an official invite from Canada's newly elected Prime Minister, Mark Carney. This marks their first interaction since Carney's election victory. The announcement comes amid tension between India and Canada over the killing of Khalistani separatist Hardeep Singh Nijjar. Former PM Justin Trudeau had accused India of involvement, a claim New Delhi denied as baseless. Despite earlier speculation of Modi skipping the summit, his participation reaffirms India's commitment to global diplomacy and engagement with the world’s top economies. (PC: Reuters)

Tata Advanced Systems Ltd (TASL) has partnered with France’s Dassault Aviation to manufacture Rafale fighter jet fuselages in India. A new facility in Hyderabad will produce four main fuselage parts, with a capacity of 24 units annually and first deliveries expected by FY28. This marks the first time Rafale fuselages will be made outside France. The move is part of a broader effort to bring up to 60% of Rafale manufacturing value to India. Over 100 fuselages are expected initially, with numbers likely to rise if India places more orders. The deal enhances India's aerospace manufacturing ecosystem significantly. (PC: Economics Times)

Deepika Padukone’s controversial exit from Sandeep Reddy Vanga’s Spirit reportedly stemmed from high remuneration demands and creative disagreements. Sources claim the actress asked for ₹25 crore, a 10% profit share, and refused to deliver dialogues in Telugu, which clashed with the director’s vision. Additional demands included an entourage allowance and restricted working hours. The team was also alarmed by leaked plot details allegedly linked to Padukone. Though her PR team positioned the exit as work-life balance, insiders reveal it was more about professionalism and flexibility. Triptii Dimri has now been cast opposite Prabhas in the high-profile project. (PC: News18)

Russia launched a massive overnight assault on Ukraine, firing 400 drones and 40 missiles, killing at least four and injuring nearly 50. Kyiv bore the brunt of the attack, with fatalities including three emergency workers. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky called it one of the largest strikes since the war began. The barrage followed Ukraine’s bold drone strike on Russian bombers and attacks on airfields and the Crimean Bridge. Ukraine claimed to have intercepted 406 of 452 projectiles. Meanwhile, Russia hinted at more reprisals following a call between Putin and former U.S. President Donald Trump earlier this week. (PC: AFP)

Tensions between U.S. President Donald Trump and SpaceX CEO Elon Musk are putting NASA’s critical missions at risk. NASA has relied on Musk's SpaceX to ferry astronauts to the International Space Station (ISS) under a contract valid through 2030. However, Trump has now threatened to cancel SpaceX contracts and cut Tesla subsidies amid a deepening feud. This comes despite SpaceX's vital role in rescuing stranded astronauts Sunita Williams and Butch Wilmore in March. Experts warn that the rift could derail NASA's future plans, especially after Trump's previous budget cuts to the agency based on Musk’s administrative recommendations. (PC: Reuters)