Cyclone Remal made landfall on the coast of Bangladesh with winds reaching 90 km/h, forcing nearly a million people to evacuate to storm shelters. Authorities recorded wind speeds potentially increasing to 130 km/h, with predictions of a storm surge up to 12 feet. The cyclone is expected to continue battering the coast until Monday morning. Coastal areas face severe flooding and storm surges, with significant damage anticipated. A ferry sank near Mongla, injuring 13 passengers. Airports and seaports are closed, and the Indian navy is on standby. Improved forecasting and evacuation efforts aim to minimize casualties.

Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) dominated the IPL 2024 final by bowling out SunRisers Hyderabad (SRH) for a mere 113 runs at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai. Mitchell Starc set the tone by dismissing opener Abhishek Sharma in the first over. KKR's bowlers maintained pressure throughout, with Andre Russell leading with figures of 3 for 19 in 2.3 overs. SRH's innings lasted only 18.3 overs after captain Pat Cummins chose to bat first. This score marks one of the lowest in IPL final history, capping off a disappointing performance by SRH in the crucial match.

IndiGo has rescheduled and canceled flights ahead of Cyclone Remal, issuing a NOTAM in Kolkata. The cyclone, with winds up to 135 kmph, is set to make landfall near Khepupara in Bangladesh and Sagar Islands in West Bengal around 11 pm Sunday. Kolkata Airport Authority suspended 394 flights from Sunday noon to Monday 9 am. Some passengers, unaware of the changes, demanded hotel costs and food allowances. The Airport Authority of India in Agartala also canceled Kolkata flights until May 27. Flights from Delhi, Bangalore, and Guwahati continue as scheduled.

Actor Ali Fazal criticized the Film & Television Institute of India (FTII) for celebrating alumna Payal Kapadia’s Grand Prix win at Cannes. Fazal highlighted FTII's past disciplinary actions against Kapadia, who led a 2015 student protest against Gajendra Chauhan's appointment as FTII president. FTII's social media post praised Kapadia’s achievement, but Fazal called it hypocritical. In 2015, Pune Police filed charges against Kapadia and other students, and FTII denied them scholarships. However, in 2017, new director Bhupendra Kainthola supported Kapadia’s Cannes trip for her film "Afternoon Clouds."

Bangladesh has evacuated millions as Cyclone Remal nears, expected to bring winds of 130 kmph. The cyclone is set to hit between Sunday evening and midnight. Coastal areas face severe flooding, landslides, and storm surges. A great danger signal No. 10 has been issued. Authorities have moved 800,000 people to shelters. The navy, coast guard, and volunteers are aiding the evacuation. TV footage shows widespread flooding in low-lying areas. The Chattogram Seaport has halted cargo unloading, and river vessels and flights are suspended. Cyclone Sidr, a past storm, left over 4,000 dead or missing in 2007.

Ahead of the IPL 2024 final, KKR's Shreyas Iyer and SRH's Pat Cummins exchanged notes. Iyer praised Cummins' leadership but confidently claimed KKR as the best team. Cummins responded by acknowledging KKR's dominance but assured that SRH has saved their best for the final. KKR has beaten SRH twice this season, giving them an edge. Both captains are determined to lead their teams to victory. The final promises to be a thrilling showdown as both teams aim to add another title to their history.

Dr. Naveen Khichi, owner of New Born Baby Care Hospital in Delhi, was arrested after a fire killed seven newborns. The unregistered hospital, fined in 2021, caught fire on Saturday night. Twelve newborns were rescued, but seven died. The fire spread to nearby buildings, but no other injuries were reported. The police may charge Dr. Khichi with culpable homicide. Prime Minister Modi and Chief Minister Kejriwal expressed their grief and announced compensation for the victims' families. An investigation into the fire's cause is ongoing.

Indian-origin researcher Ankur Gupta and his team at the University of Colorado Boulder have discovered a groundbreaking technology that can charge a laptop or phone in a minute and an electric car in 10 minutes. Published in the journal Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, the study reveals how ions move within a complex network of tiny pores, enhancing the efficiency of supercapacitors. This advancement promises faster charging times and longer lifespans for energy storage devices, benefiting not only electronic devices and vehicles but also power grids by ensuring efficient energy storage and delivery during fluctuating demand.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated filmmaker Payal Kapadia for winning the Grand Prix at the 2024 Cannes Film Festival for her film "All We Imagine As Light." Modi praised Kapadia, an FTII alumna, for her creativity and for inspiring a new generation of filmmakers. This marks the first Grand Prix win for an Indian filmmaker, and the first Indian film in 30 years to compete in the main competition. Kapadia received the award from actor Viola Davis. Her film stood out among entries from renowned directors like Francis Ford Coppola and Yorgos Lanthimos.

Tel Aviv faced rocket sirens for the first time in months as Hamas' al-Qassam Brigades launched a "big missile attack" from Gaza. The attack, claimed to be in response to "Zionist massacres against civilians," saw at least eight rockets fired, with several intercepted by the Israeli military. Sirens sounded in various locations, including Herzliya and Petah Tikva. Despite the extensive alert, Israeli emergency services reported no casualties.The escalation marks a significant rise in tensions between Hamas and Israel.