Kohli inspires RCB to back-to-back IPL titles

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Second batch of Mandelson files to be published on Monday

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Arsenal 'pain' will fuel fire after Champions League heartbreak

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Atletico mock Barca's Alvarez move with joke Lamine Yamal bid

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Celtic penalty right, Hearts wrongly denied - SFA

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"Would Blow Them Up": Trump Threatens To Attack Oman Amid Hormuz Standoff

President Donald Trump on Wednesday appeared to threaten to attack US ally Oman if it sides with Iran over reopening the Strait of Hormuz.

Trump said Oman must "behave" or he would "blow them up," when he was asked if he would accept a short-term deal to allow Iran and the Gulf state to control the waterway.

"No, the strait is going to be open to everybody," Trump told reporters during a cabinet meeting at the White House.

"It's international waters and Oman will behave just like everybody else or we'll have to blow them up. They understand that, they'll be fine."

The White House did not immediately respond when asked by AFP if Trump had misspoken and had intended to refer to Iran rather than Oman.

Oman is a key US ally which has tried to mediate the Middle East war and has itself come under attack from Tehran.

The US State Department later posted a clip and transcript of Trump's comments about Oman, without any correction or clarification.

The 79-year-old did earlier appear to mix up Iran and Venezuela, saying that the South American nation -- whose leader Nicolas Maduro was toppled by US forces in January -- "no longer has a navy, no longer has an air force."

Trump has repeatedly used such phrasing to refer to Iran, which the US and Israel attacked on February 28.

Iran has indicated that it seeks to impose a new reality in the Strait of Hormuz, through which one fifth of the world's oil normally passes, exacting tolls on transiting ships and sharing the revenues with Oman.

Trump has grown increasingly frustrated as talks to end the Middle East war and reopen the strait appear to have stalled once more, just days after he said a deal was near.

(Except for the headline, this story has not been edited by NDTV staff and is published from a syndicated feed.)

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Jill Biden says she thought husband was 'having a stroke' during 2024 debate

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Germany's Most Wanted Woman Sentenced To 13 Years After Decades On The Run

A former member of Germany's notorious far-left terrorist group, the Red Army Faction (RAF), has been sentenced to 13 years in prison after being convicted of a string of armed robberies carried out while living as a fugitive for decades. The landmark ruling, handed down on May 27, concluded her first major trial following her highly publicised arrest in Berlin. Daniela Klette, 67, was arrested in Berlin in February 2024 after evading authorities for nearly 30 years. Once considered one of Europe's most wanted women, she had been living under the alias Claudia Ivone in Berlin, where she maintained a quiet and seemingly ordinary life for around two decades, BBC reported. 

The Verden regional court in Lower Saxony found Klette guilty after a 14-month high-security trial. She was convicted on six counts of aggravated robbery, extortion, kidnapping for ransom, and weapons violations linked to crimes committed between 1999 and 2016.

Life Underground and Arrest

Klette was the only woman tagged as "dangerous" on Europol's most-wanted list. For over 30 years, she lived a surprisingly normal double life in Berlin's Kreuzberg district under the false identity "Claudia Ivone." She walked her dog, gave math tuition to local children, and frequented an Afro-Brazilian capoeira dance studio.

Prosecutors said Klette carried out the robberies alongside fellow former RAF members Burkhard Garweg and Ernst-Volker Staub, who remain on the run. The trio allegedly stole around 2.4 million euros through a series of carefully planned robberies used to finance their lives underground after the RAF officially disbanded in 1998.

Judge Lars Engelke said the group operated in a highly organised manner, using fake identities and rented getaway vehicles while treating the robberies as their source of income. "They carried out their robberies with a division of labour and in a highly conspiratorial manner," said Engelke.

Her run ended in February 2024 after an investigative journalist used AI facial recognition software to match old wanted posters with recent Facebook photos from her dance group. When police raided her apartment, they uncovered a hidden cache containing a Kalashnikov assault rifle, explosives, gold bars, and 240,000 euros in cash

Klette belonged to the RAF's so-called third generation. The organisation, also known as the Baader-Meinhof Gang, carried out bombings, kidnappings, and killings across Germany from the 1970s through the early 1990s as part of its violent anti-capitalist campaign. She still faces separate proceedings related to three politically motivated attacks allegedly committed during the final years of RAF activity in the 1990s.

The verdict sparked reactions from supporters in the courtroom, with some shouting slogans demanding her release. Klette has backing from parts of Germany's far left, as per the Guardian. She has remained unapologetic throughout the proceedings and previously told the court she would continue opposing capitalism and patriarchy. She still faces a separate trial for alleged crimes linked to the RAF and has not publicly confirmed membership in the group.

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Efficient Sinner underlines status as French Open favourite with routine win

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Identify, Detain, Deport: Centre Forms Panel To Address Demographic Change

A high-level committee to study the changes in Indian demography has been formed - fulfilling a promise made by Prime Minister Narendra Modi from the ramparts of the Red Fort. The committee will not only undertake a comprehensive assessment of the demographic changes across India due to "illegal migration and other anomalous factors" and analyse the situation but also suggest ways of addressing the situation including through identification, detention and deportation. 

The committee is expected to submit its report within a year but can get an extra six months if needed.

Making the announcement in a post on X, Union Home Minister Amit Shah said such an unnatural change in demography - driven by infiltration and other factors - poses a monumental challenge to the present and future of any nation.

घुसपैठ और अन्य कारणों से Unnatural Demographic Change किसी भी राष्ट्र के वर्तमान व भविष्य के लिए एक बहुत बड़ी चुनौती है।

इसी चुनौती से निपटने के लिए 15 अगस्त 2025 को प्रधानमंत्री @narendramodi जी ने 'High-Level Committee on Demographic Change' की घोषणा की थी। मुझे बताते हुए हर्ष...

— Amit Shah (@AmitShah) May 26, 2026

Headed by Justice Prakash Prabhakar Naolekar (Retd), the committee will comprise the Census Commissioner, retired IAS and IPS officers Durga Shankar Mishra and Balaji Srivastava.

Among other things, the committee will analyse the patterns of abnormal population shifts at the level of various religious and social communities and will propose a systematic and time-bound framework for addressing these issues.

It will also recommend a streamlined and sustainable operational system for time-bound identification, detention, and deportation of illegal immigrants already residing in the country.

It can also recommend an appropriate institutional mechanism for strengthening border management, population stabilisation, and identification systems.

The committee may recommend any other measure it deems appropriate to address the challenges arising from demographic changes.

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Have Rangers just signed Scotland's World Cup number nine?

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Ruud 'like a zombie' as he feared heatstroke in tough Paris win

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Jordan leads star names at Guardiola leaving party

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Three ACL injuries later - how Notts County's Jones lit up Wembley

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Khushbu Sundar Shares Photo With Aarti Ravi And Kids Amid Feud With Ravi Mohan

Actor-politician Khushbu Sundar has made her stand pretty clear in the ongoing fallout between actor Ravi Mohan, his estranged wife Aarti Ravi and singer-healer Keneeshaa Francis.

On Saturday, Khushbu shared a picture on Instagram and called Aarti and her children “my family”. Along with red heart emojis and the hashtag #myfamily, the photo featured Khushbu posing with her daughters Avantika and Anandita, Aarti, producer Sujatha Vijayakumar, and Aarti's sons Aarav and Ayaan. Everyone in the frame was smiling, and the post quickly grabbed attention online.

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The post comes days after Khushbu's name got dragged into the messy public back-and-forth surrounding Ravi, Aarti, and Keneeshaa. While Khushbu did not directly mention the controversy in her caption, many online saw the post as her way of openly supporting Aarti.

Ravi and Aarti got married in 2009. In 2024, Ravi announced that they were separating. Soon after, rumours about Ravi dating Keneeshaa started doing the rounds. The speculation grew stronger in 2025 when Ravi and Keneeshaa attended a wedding together in matching outfits.

Things turned ugly earlier this month after a comment from Keneeshaa's Instagram account allegedly targeted Aarti. Keneeshaa later claimed that her account had been hacked and said she was facing bullying online. She also denied being the reason behind Ravi and Aarti's split.

A day later, Keneeshaa shared another emotional note saying she was quitting music, leaving Chennai, and distancing herself from Ravi.

Around the same time, Aarti posted a message saying that she would speak up whenever needed to protect her children and her dignity. Khushbu reacted strongly in the comments section and wrote, “Never mess with a mother. And you are a lioness with her cubs. More power to you my baby.”

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Soon after, Ravi held an emotional press meet in Chennai where he made fresh allegations, indirectly mentioned Khushbu, and also said he would stay away from acting until his divorce with Aarti is finalised.

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Could title win start period of dominance for Arsenal?

It's been a long wait but after 22 years, Arsenal finally have their hands on the Premier League trophy once more.

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Bordeaux inspired by McIlroy's Masters feat

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Watch: Arjun Tendulkar Scalps 1st Wicket Of IPL 2026, Muted Celebrates Follows

Arjun Tendulkar, son of legendary India cricketer Sachin Tendulkar, made his debut for Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) in IPL 2026 on Saturday, and also took his first wicket of the tournament. Tendulkar bowled an inch-perfect yorker in his third over to dismiss Punjab Kings (PBKS) opener Prabhsimran Singh, trapping him LBW. The left-arm pacer, however, did not celebrate it much, with LSG in a losing position. Tendulkar had a golden opportunity to dismiss Prabhsimran in his very first over, but LSG skipper Rishabh Pant squandered a simple catch.

When Tendulkar got Prabhsimran's wicket on the final ball of the 15th over, PBKS were already in the driving seat and on their way to victory, chasing a target of 197.

Tendulkar was not animated in his celebration, instead just exchanging high-fives with some of his teammates.

WATCH: Arjun Tendulkar takes his first wicket of IPL 2026

Yorker on point

Arjun Tendulkar denied earlier by a dropped catch but fetches his maiden #LSG wicket

Updates https://t.co/2ADKr4dqhi#TATAIPL | #KhelBindaas | #LSGvPBKS | @LucknowIPL pic.twitter.com/DiCZbP7GCB

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The 26-year-old was one of LSG's better bowlers despite their defeat, finishing with figures of 1/36 in four overs.

He had a big opportunity to pick up Prabhsimran's wicket in his first over, as the PBKS star gloved a short delivery. However, Rishabh Pant uncharacteristically dropped a catch.

Tendulkar also got a chance to bat towards the end, making 5 runs in as many balls.

Tendulkar had been traded to LSG ahead of the IPL 2026 auction. It was the first time that he had joined a franchise other than Mumbai Indians (MI), where his father Sachin had played for six seasons.

Punjab Kings ultimately clinched victory over LSG to keep their IPL 2026 playoffs hopes alive. PBKS captain Shreyas Iyer slammed a stunning unbeaten 101 to guide his side to victory with two overs to go.

PBKS ended their six-game losing streak and necessarily so, moving up to 15 points with their seventh win of the IPL 2026 season. Their qualification to the playoffs depends on how Rajasthan Royals (RR) and Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) fare on the final day of the league stage.

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Next stop Vegas - jubilant Hull back in the big time

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Ruthless Montpellier end Ulster's Challenge Cup dream

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Chand Mera Dil 1st Review: Ananya Panday's Film Is Not A 'Typical Love Story'

Ananya Panday and Lakshya's romantic drama Chand Mera Dil is finally ready to hit the big screens tomorrow, and the first review is already building excitement. 

Trade analyst Taran Adarsh watched the film and has given it a promising 3.5-star rating, calling it an "impactful" watch that offers much more than a typical love story.

Taking to Instagram on Thursday evening, Taran shared his thoughts on the film and hinted that audiences should brace themselves for a few surprises.

He wrote, "Expect the unexpected, because this isn't your regular love story... Winsome performances, several terrific emotional moments, and soulful music are its strengths... The second half could've been sharper."

According to him, while Chand Mera Dil may initially appear to be a conventional romance, it soon takes an unexpected turn.

He added, "#ChandMeraDil may come across as a typical love story since the makers haven't revealed much in the promotional material... And while the film does appear to follow a familiar path in the first 30 minutes, it shifts gears soon after and takes you completely by surprise."

Taran also had high praise for director Vivek Soni.

"Director Vivek Soni packs warmth, tenderness, and relatable moments into the narrative, but it's the emotional quotient that elevates the film further... In fact, he ensures the tension builds gradually, never making it feel rushed. A particular sequence set at a plush restaurant in the second half takes the conflict to an altogether new level... The director's storytelling prowess comes to the fore brilliantly in this standout sequence," he continued.

However, he did point out one area where it falls short.

He wrote, "The only stumbling block is the second half, which feels stretched at places and could've been tighter... In fact, the conflict loses some steam before the finale regains momentum."

The lead pair, however, seems to have left a strong impression on him, particularly Lakshya, who appears to have stepped far away from his Kill image.

"#ChandMeraDil rests on the able shoulders of its lead pair... Lakshya catches you completely off guard - he is fantastic... You walk in carrying the image of the action hero from Kill, but walk out impressed by an actor who excels in emotional moments... He handles the emotional beats exceptionally well."

Taran also praised Ananya Panday's growth as an actor, suggesting this performance may surprise viewers.

"Ananya Panday continues to grow with every film... After Kesari Chapter 2, this is yet another performance that will take people by surprise... She delivers a restrained and mature act."

He concluded by appreciating the supporting cast, music, and writing.

"Paresh Pahuja makes an impact despite limited screen time. The soundtrack is a highlight and blends seamlessly with the narrative... The title track stands out the most... The dialogues are well-written and, at places, make you reflect on real-life emotions and relationships."

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About The Film

The film is written by Vivek Soni and Tushar Paranjape, based on a story by Soni. It features music by Sachin-Jigar, cinematography by Debojeet Ray, and editing by Prashanth Ramachandran.

Chand Mera Dil marks the first on-screen collaboration between Ananya Panday and Lakshya. 

The film is scheduled to release in theatres worldwide on May 22.

Ananya was last seen in Tu Meri Main Tera Main Tera Tu Meri alongside Kartik Aaryan, while Lakshya recently appeared in The Ba***ds of Bollywood, created by Aryan Khan.

ALSO READ: Chand Mera Dil Trailer: Ananya Panday And Lakshya Navigate A Toxic Love Story

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The Missile Is Dead. Long Live The Map: How Iran Invented 'Future Of War'

Iran's decision to tax the use of fibre-optic cables under the Strait of Hormuz - which transmit roughly 500,000 gigabytes of data an hour to ensure cross-continental internet links - reinforces a shift in the architecture and grammar of modern warfare.

Observers asking if Iran can legally charge for use of undersea digital cables, or demand a transit tax for oil and gas tankers sailing through the Hormuz, are asking the wrong question. 

The right question is what Sparta's Leonidas already knew when he battled Xerxes at Thermopylae - it is not about the right to hold a chokepoint, only if you have the power - and the will.

That is because from a doctrinal perspective enforcing collections is secondary to Tehran having confirmed the ability to weaponise its geography and use it to hold two of the world's most critical streams - energy and data - simultaneously to ransom.

Taken together - squeezing oil and gas flow to create an energy crisis and threatening to disrupt global digital networks to cause hundreds of billions of dollars in damage - these underpin an evolving playbook on modern structural leverage warfare.

Weaponisation of position

This isn't new.

To understand what structural leverage warfare is, think of the Battle of Thermopylae in 480BC - how a small force, led by Leonidas of Sparta, held a mountain pass against the Persian Army.

The Greeks were outnumbered but used geography to multiply the effectiveness of superior armour and close-combat skills.

But by setting up at a physical chokepoint they funnelled the Persians into a tight space that neutralised Xerxes' forces' numerical superiority, archers, and cavalry.

The Greeks vs the Persians at Thermopylae (Image generated by AI)

"This is Sparta!" Leonidas thundered in a cinematic re-telling of the battle, and so might the Ayatollah and his officials have shouted: "This is the Hormuz. And it belongs to Iran!"

The Romans served up another example in the Punic Wars, when they reportedly salted fields outside Carthage to destroy its economy and assert economic superiority in the Mediterranean.

The Romans reportedly salted the fields at Carthage (Image generated by AI)

In the 19th century Napoleon I weaponised trade by forbidding mainland Europe from trading with Great Britain, a tactic not unlike the US today sanctioning countries. And cyber warfare - the Stuxnet worm, for example - could also be seen as structural, or at least non-kinetic, warfare.

But what Iran did with Hormuz and now the undersea cables is different because, unlike these examples, its playbook is multi-dimensional - targeting both shipping traffic and digital connectivity.

It is sitting simultaneously on two chokepoints - in real time, under threat of military attack - with significant damage multiplier effects on the whole world, and not just its attackers.

Above and under the Hormuz, Iran tries to exert control (Image generated by AI)

Cutting undersea cables, for example, impacts internet and data traffic worldwide, causing blips and delays in banking systems and financial transactions that could cost billions.

Second, what Iran has done is rewrite the rules on how an economically weaker and militarily outmatched country might keep a stronger, more powerful nation at bay. And these rules are almost certainly being studied by countries like North Korea.

READ | China Is Mining Iran War For Lessons On US Military Power

They are certainly being studied by superpowers like China to assess US military capabilities and gaps - defensive and offensive - in different combat scenarios in the event of a future war.

'You cannot beat geography'

When the war began the headlines were about 'asymmetric warfare'.

Tehran's use of cheaply-made, mass-produced 'suicide' drones - the Shahed series in particular - was meant to saturate American air defences and force them to burn through stocks of expensive interceptor missiles. The endgame, experts surmised, was to leave the Americans and Israelis with fewer intercept options when Iran fired more advanced missiles.

But then Tehran threatened shipping through the Hormuz - which carries a fifth of the world's seaborne oil and over which it has geographic control - and suddenly a switch flipped.

Iran shut down a channel through which 100-150 ships passed daily with minimal overt military aggression, relying mostly on a three-level deterrent - mines, drones, and fast-attack boats.

No tankers were sunk. None needed to be. Iran only needed to drive up insurance costs and charter rates to make shipping unaffordable within the existing calculus of global crude.

And it did just that; insurance premiums for Gulf vessels surged by over 300 per cent within days and benchmark Brent crude crossed the $100-a-barrel mark for the first time since 2022.

Suddenly the Iran war was not about missiles and Shahed drones; it was about oil.

And the pressure built steadily on Donald Trump and the White House, as allies in Europe and elsewhere shifted uncomfortably in their seats watching fuel prices skyrocket and add an extra $28 billion to their energy import bill.

In this playbook, the key is not about matching air strike for air strike or missile for missile, but recognising and exploiting structural overlaps between geography and economic chokepoints.

The Hormuz narrows to 21 km - barely enough for two shipping lanes - as it winds past Iran's western coast, and anti-ship missiles, sea mines, and fast-attack boats stationed at Qeshm Island allow Tehran near-total control over vessels entering and exiting the Persian Gulf.

Hormuz's importance to the world's energy trade amplifies the impact of that control.

And it also means Iran has stress-tested a deterrent to shield against future attacks, whether by the US or any other country.

Of course, the counter is that the world is now aware of the Hormuz chokehold, as well as the vulnerability of subsea digital cables, and is pivoting away from these. But any pivot, even if successful, will require years and millions of dollars invested in building new pipelines and oil export architecture outside Iran's reach, and re-routing submarine cables.

Till then these chokepoints will continue to offer Iran significant structural leverage.

It wasn't supposed to be like this

The US came to Iran hunting nuclear weapons - over 400 kg of uranium enriched to 60 per cent, short of the 90 per cent weaponisation threshold but enough to potentially make eight to 12 bombs.

It was supposed to be a swift and decisive campaign - a 'shock and awe' exercise to showcase US military prowess and hand Donald Trump a major political win before the November mid-term election.

The US was not supposed to get bogged down in a stand-off over a shipping channel.

From a traditional military perspective, Washington will argue it is winning the war against Iran.

This is the argument Trump and senior White House officials, including Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth, have made repeatedly over the past three months - that Iran's military has been beaten.

But the irony is Washington went to war to stop Iran from building nuclear bombs and instead may have helped it discover an even more powerful weapon, one it always possessed - its geography.

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Fans fury as West Ham on brink of drop - how have they got here?

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On Arijit Singh's Retirement, Adnan Sami Says, 'Not An Impulse Decision'

Singer-composer Adnan Sami has weighed in on Arijit Singh stepping away from playback singing, saying his decision should be "respected" and not speculated upon.

Earlier this year, Arijit Singh shocked both the film and music industries, along with his fans, when he announced his retirement from playback singing in a social media post.

"He's made a conscious decision to retire from playback singing. Whatever his decision is, one should allow him the space and respect that decision. He hasn't arrived at that decision on impulse; it must be a very well-thought-out one," Adnan Sami told PTI in an interview.

Speaking on the sidelines of the launch of his new single, Lipstick Laga Ke Nazar Utar Le, under Zee Music Company, Adnan Sami added that Arijit Singh is under no obligation to explain the reasons behind his decision publicly.

"It must be for a very good reason, which he knows. It is not necessary for him to disclose that, or perhaps in due course, the world will find out why. It's his life, and when he feels ready to share the reason, he will do so - if he feels like it. But that space should be given to him," he explained.

Adnan Sami's remarks come at a time when Arijit Singh's decision to step away from playback singing at the height of his career has triggered widespread discussion about mental health, emotional exhaustion, and the pressures associated with the music industry.

The 54-year-old singer-composer described it as "unfair" to generalise or speculate about the reasons behind Arijit Singh's decision.

"Taking a break from work is subjective, and you can't generalise it for one particular reason. Everybody can have different reasons behind it," he said.

Addressing questions around industry pressures, Adnan Sami said that while different music labels and companies operate within their own frameworks, artistes are ultimately free to choose what works best for them.

"They are simply hoping that the people who collaborate with them will follow that particular policy. It may suit some people, but not others, and some companies are very rigid about the direction they want their releases to take, subject-wise."

"Some are very open to giving more freedom, while others are not. If you don't feel like following it, nobody is putting a gun to your head. The problem arises when an artist feels that he or she will be in trouble if they don't follow it. So, you're putting that pressure on yourself," Adnan Sami added.

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Which City Is Known As The Samosa Capital Of India?

From bustling markets to roadside tea stalls, samosas are one of India's most beloved snacks. Crispy on the outside and packed with flavourful fillings inside, this iconic street food is a part of everyday life across the country. While nearly every Indian city has its own version of the samosa, one place continues to stand out for its unmatched range and deep-rooted love for the snack. So, which city is known as the samosa capital of India? Let's take a closer look.

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Delhi Is The Samosa Capital Of India

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India's capital city is widely recognised for its vibrant and ever-evolving food culture, and few snacks are as closely linked to Delhi as the samosa. From the busy lanes of Chandni Chowk to neighbourhood sweet shops and college canteens, samosas are found everywhere. They are eaten as a quick breakfast, an evening snack, and even as a festive treat during celebrations.

One of the biggest reasons behind Delhi's reputation is the sheer variety of samosas available across the city. Here, tradition and experimentation exist side by side, giving the snack a unique identity.

Delhi is known for:

• classic aloo samosas
• Punjabi-style large samosas
• paneer samosas
• matar samosas
• keema samosas
• dry fruit samosas
• mini cocktail samosas
• corn and cheese samosas
• chowmein samosas
• pizza and pasta samosas
• chocolate samosas

This mix of classic and modern flavours is what keeps Delhi's samosa culture dynamic and constantly evolving.

What Makes Delhi's Samosas So Special?

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Delhi-style samosas are known for their bold flavours, crispy texture, and generous fillings. Unlike simpler variations found elsewhere, they tend to be richer, spicier, and more indulgent, making them especially satisfying.

What sets them apart is:

• flaky, golden crust
• spicy potato masala filling
• Punjabi-style seasoning
• tangy mint and tamarind chutneys
• hearty portion sizes

Another defining factor is how well the city balances flavour and texture. The outer layer remains crisp, while the filling is well-seasoned and robust, making each bite feel complete.

Iconic Samosas To Try In Delhi

No exploration of Delhi's samosa culture feels complete without trying some of its most popular varieties.

1. Punjabi Aloo Samosa: The classic version filled with spicy potato masala and peas.
2. Paneer Samosa: Stuffed with seasoned paneer for a richer and softer bite.
3. Keema Samosa: A popular non-vegetarian variation filled with spicy minced meat.
4. Corn And Cheese Samosa: A modern favourite combining creamy and sweet flavours.
5. Chowmein Samosa: One of the city's best-known fusion snacks with noodle filling.
6. Dry Fruit Samosa: Often prepared during festivals with nuts and mildly sweet stuffing.

These variations highlight how Delhi manages to preserve tradition while embracing change.

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Why Delhi Still Leads

Cities like Lucknow, Indore, and Jaipur are also known for their samosas and strong street food traditions. However, Delhi continues to stand apart because of how widely the snack is consumed and reinvented.

The city stands out for its:

• unmatched variety of samosas
• blend of traditional and modern flavours
• generations-old snack shops
• strong everyday demand for the snack

In Delhi, samosas are not limited to specific occasions, they are part of daily life. Nearly every market has its own popular vendor, each with a slightly different preparation style. That is why Delhi continues to be widely regarded as the samosa capital of India, offering both familiarity and innovation in every bite.

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No trophy in turbulent season but Alonso arrival offers Chelsea hope

From the gloom of an FA Cup final loss amid a turbulent campaign, Xabi Alonso's impending arrival gives Chelsea hope, writes Nizaar Kinsella.

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Elon Musk Caught Making Faces At State Dinner While On China Visit With Trump

Tesla CEO Elon Musk caught attention at a high-profile dinner in China, not for business talks but for the faces he was making. The moment stood out during a formal state dinner hosted by Chinese President Xi Jinping on Thursday, May 14.

During the event, Musk was seen pulling different facial expressions while seated among global leaders and business figures like Apple CEO Tim Cook. His expressions quickly became a talking point, especially after he himself shared the video on his X handle.

The video posted by Musk showed him making multiple faces, which grabbed attention online and added a lighter moment to an otherwise formal diplomatic event.

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Musk, who leads Tesla and SpaceX, is part of a delegation that travelled with US President Donald Trump to China. The group also includes Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang and Apple CEO Tim Cook, according to Reuters.

It remains unclear why Musk joined Trump on this visit, but he has travelled to China before. In 2023, he praised the country's technological growth and visited Tesla's Gigafactory in Shanghai. That visit marked his first trip to China in three years, with the country being one of Tesla's most important markets for sales and production, as reported by CNBC.

Musk's presence in China this week, along with other major tech leaders, led Xi to say that his country's door will only open wider for US businesses, reported USA Today. Xi said China welcomes the United States to enhance mutually beneficial cooperation with China and expressed belief that US companies will enjoy even broader prospects in China, according to Xinhua.

During the visit, Trump said he had made fantastic trade deals with Xi Jinping as the two met for final talks of a major summit. He added that the meeting has also resulted in a Chinese offer to help open the Strait of Hormuz.

Trump arrived in Beijing aiming to finalise deals in areas such as agriculture, aviation, and artificial intelligence, while also addressing tensions between the two countries, including issues related to the Middle East war.

Trump described Xi as a great leader and friend, but his approach has been met with more muted responses from the Chinese leader.

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How China critics in Maga movement reacted to Trump's Beijing trip

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Humphries & Price seal Premier League play-off spots

Defending champion Luke Humphries beats Gerwyn Price to win his first night of the Premier League season, but the pair both seal play-off spots in Birmingham.

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Man City beat rivals Man Utd 2-1 to win FA Youth Cup

Reigan Heskey smashes home a late winner as Manchester City beat Manchester United to win the FA Youth Cup.

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Durham to Bedford - Gay's 200-mile drive to tell parents of England call-up

On the day he learned he would be England’s new opener, Emilio Gay drove from Durham to Bedford to tell his parents about his first international call-up.

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Kohli Dances And Then Goes On To Slam Record IPL Ton; Surpasses Gayle

Virat Kohli did not celebrate his record-extending ninth IPL ton for Royal Challengers Bengaluru. Perhaps, the cricket great saw it coming and did his share of celebration when he took his first run against Kolkata Knight Riders in Raipur on Wednesday. It was his first run in three matches after ducks in the previous two games. The first single he took, he clinched his fists. His next celebration came when he reached 98 with a six off Kartik Tyagi in the 18th over. The Royal Challengers Bengaluru star broke into a little jig. The next over, he reached his ninth IPL ton. It was a classic Kohli comeback.

With this century, Kohli extended his record for most IPL hundreds. He now has nine of them. Kohli also needs three more tons to equal Babar Azam on the list of most hundreds in T20 cricket.

Most hundreds in T20 cricket

22 - Chris Gayle

13 - Babar Azam

10 - David Warner

10 - Virat Kohli*

9 - Rilee Rossouw / Sahibzada Farhan

9 - Quinton de Kock / Abhishek Sharma

Most IPL hundreds

9 - Virat Kohli*

7 - Jos Buttler

6 - Chris Gayle

6 - KL Rahul

5 - Sanju Samson

Kohli is also now the fastest to 14,000 T20 runs.

Fewest innings to 14,000 T20 runs

409 - Virat Kohli*

423 - Chris Gayle

431 - David Warner

468 - Jos Buttler

505 - Alex Hales

633 - Kieron Pollard

Virat Kohli bounced back from a lean patch in the previous two matches with a classy unbeaten century as Royal Challengers Bengaluru cruised to a six-wicket win over Kolkata Knight Riders in their IPL clash in Raipur on Wednesday. Chasing 193 for victory, Kohli smashed an unbeaten 105 off 60 balls, studded with 11 boundaries and three sixes, and shared a match-defining 92-run partnership for the second wicket with Devdutt Padikkal (37 off 27 balls) to guide RCB to win in 19.1 overs.

Following the win, RCB climbed to the top of the table with 16 points, level with Gujarat Titans but ahead on net run rate.

Earlier, KKR keeper-batter Angkrish Raghuvanshi anchored the innings with a fine 71 as his side posted a competitive 192/4.

Raghuvanshi's 46-ball innings was studded with seven boundaries and three sixes.

He shared a crucial 68-run partnership for the third wicket with Cameron Green (32 off 24 balls) and another key 76-run stand for the fourth wicket with Rinku Singh (49 not out off 29 balls).

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Maddison says referees are petrified of making decisions

Tottenham midfielder James Maddison suggests referees are "petrified" to make decisions after being denied a stoppage-time penalty against Leeds.

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Exclusive: Satellite Images Confirm Pak May Be Shielding Iran's Military Aircraft

High-resolution satellite imagery sourced from Vantor appears to confirm reports that Pakistan has been harbouring at least one Iran Air Force military aircraft while projecting itself as an independent mediator in the talks between Tehran and Washington which have been held in Islamabad.

The April 25, 2026 image in this report shows an Iran Air Force C-130 aircraft parked near a hangar at Pakistan's Nur Khan airbase. Nur Khan Airbase (also known as the Pakistan Air Force's Chaklala Airbase) is located in Chaklala, Rawalpindi which lies within the Islamabad-Rawalpindi metropolitan area. This is approximately 10 km from central Islamabad.

The new image appears to back a report by CBS News that Iran had been sending aircraft, including reconnaissance and intelligence aircraft to Pakistan's Nur Khan airbase soon after US President Donald Trump announced the ceasefire in April.

Reacting to the CBS News report, US Senator Lindsey Graham has now directly told US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth and Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff General Dan Caine that he doesn't trust Pakistan.

Speaking at a Senate Appropriations Committee hearing, Senator Graham, who serves as the senior US senator from South Carolina said, "If they actually do have Iranian aircraft parked in Pakistan bases to protect Iranian military assets, that tells me we should be looking maybe for somebody else to mediate. No wonder this damn thing [talks between the US and Iran] is going nowhere."

Earlier, in a statement, Pakistan referred to the CBS News report as being "misleading and sensationalised. Such speculative narratives appear aimed at undermining ongoing efforts for regional stability and peace."

Iran first received its C-130s during the reign of Shah Mohammad Reza Pahlavi in the seventies. The fleet was inherited intact by the Islamic Republic of Iran Air Force after the 1979 Revolution. No new C-130s have been acquired since due to US sanctions. Iran has sustained the fleet through domestic overhauls and creative maintenance.

Iran's C-130s wear a sandy yellow/tan (desert sand) camouflage scheme, markedly different from Pakistan Air Force C-130s

Iran's C-130s wear a sandy yellow/tan (desert sand) camouflage scheme, markedly different from Pakistan Air Force C-130s also deployed at the Nur Khan airbase. These wear a light grey paint scheme.

This is not the first time that Iran has flown across military aircraft to Pakistan when faced with conflict. NDTV has accessed video showing Iranian Boeing 747 aircraft parked at Karachi airport when Israel launched Operation Rising Lion between June 13 and June 24, 2025.

Those strikes, which involved targeting Iran's nuclear facilities, were a prelude to this year's attacks by Israel and the United States.

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NBA player Clarke dies aged 29

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Which City Is Known As The Dosa Capital Of India?

From crispy paper dosas to soft buttery benne dosas, India's love for dosa runs deep. This iconic South Indian dish has travelled far beyond its regional roots and today enjoys popularity across the country. Whether served with coconut chutney, spicy podi, or steaming hot sambar, dosa remains a comfort food favourite for millions. But while dosa may now be available almost everywhere, one city stands out for its unmatched dosa culture, legendary restaurants, and deep culinary connection to the dish. So, which city is known as the dosa capital of India? Let's find out.

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Bengaluru Is The Dosa Capital Of India

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The capital city of Karnataka, Bengaluru, is known for many things - pleasant weather, thriving cafes, and a booming tech industry. But for food lovers, Bengaluru is equally famous for its dosa scene. From old-school vegetarian restaurants to bustling street-side tiffin joints, dosa is woven into the city's everyday food culture.

One of the reasons Bengaluru stands out is the sheer variety available here. The city is known for:

• Crispy paper dosa
• Masala dosa
• Set dosa
• Benne dosa
• Rava dosa
• Onion dosa
• Cheese dosa
• Podi dosa

Whether you prefer traditional flavours or modern twists, Bengaluru offers something for every kind of dosa enthusiast.

What Makes Bengaluru's Dosas So Special?

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Dosa in Bengaluru is not just breakfast, it is an emotion. The city's dosa culture is heavily influenced by Karnataka's tiffin traditions, where simple ingredients are transformed into deeply satisfying meals.

What makes Bengaluru-style dosa unique is:

• generous use of butter and ghee
• perfectly fermented batter
• crisp golden texture
• flavourful potato filling
• signature chutneys and sambar

One of the city's most famous versions is the benne dosa, a rich buttery dosa that has become synonymous with Karnataka cuisine. Unlike the thinner restaurant-style dosas found elsewhere, many Bengaluru dosas focus on softness inside while remaining crisp outside. That balance is what makes them unforgettable.

Iconic Dosas To Try In Bengaluru

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No trip to Bengaluru is complete without trying some of its most famous dosa varieties.

1. Masala Dosa: A crisp dosa filled with spiced potato masala and served with chutney and sambar.

2. Benne Dosa: A buttery Karnataka-style dosa known for its rich flavour and soft texture.

3. Set Dosa: Small, fluffy dosas typically served in a set of three with vegetable saagu.

4. Rava Dosa: A thin, crispy dosa made using semolina batter and seasoned with spices.

5. Podi Dosa: A dosa layered with spicy lentil podi and ghee for extra flavour.

These dishes are not just restaurant staples, they are part of Bengaluru's everyday eating culture.

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Dosa Culture In Bengaluru

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Cities like Mysuru, Chennai, and Udupi are also celebrated for their incredible dosa traditions. But in Bengaluru, dosa is more than just a menu item. It is part of the city's identity. The city's famous darshinis, quick-service vegetarian restaurants, are central to this culture. People stop by for a fast breakfast before work, evening snacks with friends, or late-night comfort food. Many iconic dosa establishments in Bengaluru have been serving customers for decades, with recipes passed down through generations.

What makes the experience special is its simplicity:

• standing counters filled with hungry customers
• sizzling hot tawas working nonstop
• fresh chutney served in steel plates
• the unmistakable aroma of butter and ghee
• It is fast, affordable, and deeply comforting.

That is why Bengaluru continues to be widely known as the dosa capital of India. So, what are you waiting for? Plan a dosa spree to Bengaluru today!

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Calvert-Lewin penalty earns Leeds draw at Tottenham

Tottenham Hotspur squander the opportunity to take a significant step towards Premier League safety as they are held to a 1-1 draw at home by Leeds United.

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Welfare bill will not be included in government's King's Speech

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Anderson shows character to go with talent after personal loss

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Chinese Boy Solves 3x3x3 Cube In Seconds, Sets New World Record

A new world record has been set in the world of speedcubing, with China's Xuanyi Geng solving a 3x3x3 rotating puzzle cube in an average time of just 3.71 seconds.

The record was achieved at the Deqing Small & Special 2026 event held in Huzhou, Zhejiang, China, on April 26, 2026. During the competition, Geng recorded times of 3.79, 4.33, 3.61, 3.74 and 2.80 seconds, reported Guinness World Records. As per World Cube Association (WCA) rules, the fastest and slowest times were removed before calculating the final average.

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Fastest average time to solve a 3x3x3 rotating puzzle cube - 3.71 seconds set by Xuanyi Geng (China)

The times were 3.79, 4.33, 3.61, 3.74 and 2.80 - the fastest and slowest are not counted and the average is calculated from the remaining three solves.

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— Guinness World Records (@GWR) May 8, 2026

With the new mark, Geng broke his own previous world record average of 3.84 seconds, which he had set earlier this year at the Beijing Winter 2026 event in Beijing, China, on January 11, 2026.

Achieving this benchmark, Xuanyi Geng's latest feat underlines relentless precision, consistency and the rapidly evolving future of competitive speedcubing.

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'The goals are coming' - is Doku keeping Man City in title race?

Jeremy Doku said last month that he needed to add more goals to his game to be considered one of the best wingers in the world, so is he part of that conversation now?

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Opinion: No Permanent Rivals In Politics As Vijay Turns Tamil Nadu Into 3-Way Battle

Amid uncertainty over C Joseph Vijay's oath-taking as Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu and forming the state's first coalition government since 1952, the saga of cobbling together the numbers and staking his claim is filled with conniving conspiracies, desperate manoeuvres to keep the actor-turned-politician out, gubernatorial delays in the swearing-in, and a level of political uncertainty the state has never witnessed. It exposes the two Dravidian parties, the way the Vijay verdict has shaken up Tamil Nadu politics, the opportunism that drives politics, and TVK's inexperience in handling such situations.

Back in 2006, when former Chief Minister J Jayalalithaa formed an alliance with MDMK chief Vaiko, she told waiting reporters that "there are no permanent friends or allies in politics." Surely, she would not have expected her party's future leadership to take her words so literally as to explore an alliance with the DMK.

Over the last 48 hours, Chennai was abuzz with reports that the DMK and AIADMK were in talks to work out an arrangement to keep Vijay out of power, with the BJP allegedly facilitating it by delaying his swearing-in. DMK and AIADMK sources confirmed that back-channel proposals were seriously considered. One proposal was to install an Edappadi Palaniswami government, offering cabinet berths to the DMK's allies such as the Left and VCK, with DMK support from outside. 

This idea was reportedly pushed by younger leaders and those close to Udhayanidhi Stalin. However, senior DMK leader and parliamentary party chief Kanimozhi Karunanidhi led the charge to thwart any such effort and even threatened to leave the party if it proceeded with the experiment, claim sources. However, there is still a strong push for keeping the TVK out of power. 

It will be a travesty of the people's mandate for Vijay and an indelible blot on the state's polity if such an experiment succeeds. Even if not now, it remains a constant threat in play as uncertainty continues over Vijay's swearing in. 

Sources say the DMK has a hold on the VCK and IUML and could pull the plug at any point of time, even if Vijay is allowed to take oath. 

In fact, the TVK's firm warning that all its MLAs would resign if any effort was made to keep it out of power also showed it was not buckling under pressure and was an effort to force other parties to fall in line. 

While the Left has stuck with support for the TVK, the VCK is still playing hardball and has not given a letter of support. It is apparently bargaining for a Deputy Chief Minister post for Thol Thirumavalavan! A party with just 2 MLAs keeping one with 108 MLAs hostage -- a first for Tamil Nadu.

The mere fact that the AIADMK and DMK could even explore an alliance is flabbergasting and perhaps foretells the times to come in a state that has only seen two-party decisive mandates in its history.

Yes, the DMK and AIADMK share ideological roots, but it is hard for any observer of Tamil politics to have imagined a day when the Two Leaves and the Rising Sun could ally with each other. 

The reason for this tectonic shift is that Tamil Nadu has moved from a two-way fight to a genuine three-party verdict. This may be the new reality for a state unaccustomed to such political uncertainty. 

The TVK, DMK, and AIADMK are now the three poles. Until the TVK decimates either the AIADMK or the DMK -- or the other two finish off the TVK -- Tamil Nadu may have to get used to such uncertainty.

To reiterate the numbers: The TVK has 108 seats (effectively 107, as Vijay has won two). The Congress has 5 MLAs, the two Left parties have 4 each, and the VCK has 2. This takes the alliance to 118 - an absolute majority. On the other hand, the DMK has 59 and the AIADMK has 47. If all the smaller pre-poll allies, including the Left and VCK, stay where they are, then the DMK-AIADMK alliance can also show an absolute majority of 120 without the Congress and the BJP.

All parties were taken aback by this verdict in Tamil Nadu, as a three-way fight resulted in a hung verdict. The speed and manner in which the TVK formed an alliance with the Congress also startled the BJP, which had preferred the TVK to align with the AIADMK. Its sole objective is to keep the Congress out of power.

Vijay has also been cold toward the AIADMK and showed no interest in an alliance with the Two Leaves. This was because he felt it would be easier to manage smaller parties than a large ally - and also because the AIADMK is now a BJP ally. 

Similarly, the PMK, with its four MLAs, was an option, but it refused to break ties with the BJP, a precondition for any alliance with Vijay, who is aligned with the Congress.

Vijay's immediate decision to ally with the Congress, and the manner in which the Congress abandoned the DMK, ruffled many feathers. This move sparked talks between the two Dravidian parties. The situation was further accelerated by the delay in the swearing-in ceremony, which is widely seen as orchestrated by the BJP. 

Each side had its own reasons. 

For Edappadi Palaniswami, it is a matter of political survival and perhaps his last shot at power - he has the most at stake. The DMK fears that a Vijay-led government could become like MGR's - a chief ministership for life - and believes now is the only time to stop him. 

For the BJP, the goal remains simple: keeping the Congress out of power. What this means is that Tamil Nadu's polity will remain in a state of flux in the short term. It is a fractured mandate, but, ironically, one with a clear winner in Vijay. The fact that he is struggling to cobble together the 118 seats needed shows both his inability in building a coalition and the determination of every established force to keep him out.

The road ahead will be uncertain, as the DMK retains a strong hold over parties like the VCK, the Left, and even the Congress at the local level. Vijay's strategy appears to be to assume power, run the government for a few months, and then call for mid-term polls, hoping to sweep the election and return with a clear mandate. This has turned the situation into a battle for survival for both Dravidian parties and the smaller regional players.

Clearly, a new chapter in Tamil Nadu politics has unfolded. Whether it will be a long one or last only a few months will depend on how Vijay, the DMK, the AIADMK, and the MLAs play their cards.

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Tight-lipped Dubois weighs in at career-heavy 18st

Daniel Dubois will not to be drawn into a war of words after weighing in at a career-heavy 18st for Saturday's all-British heavyweight world-title fight against Fabio Wardley.

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Pakistani Techie Shares The Skills That Helped Her Land A Job At Anthropic

Aiza Usman, an Applied AI Engineer at Anthropic, has gone viral for sharing her journey from Pakistan's Lahore to the United States, how she broke into the AI industry, and why adaptability is now one of the most critical skills in today's job market. In a conversation with content creator Hamzaa Chishti, she shared that she came to the US for her undergraduate studies. 

Explaining how she landed a job at Anthropic, she said her background in Computer Science engineering played a key role in building a strong technical foundation. She added that her graduate studies further strengthened her expertise, especially through courses focused on generative AI, large language models (LLMs) and transformer architectures. She also gained hands-on industry experience by working with a fintech startup, where she built AI agents and worked on applied AI solutions. 

Speaking about the similarities and differences between Anthropic and OpenAI, she said both companies place strong emphasis on AI safety and responsible development. She explained that one of the core priorities at Anthropic is ensuring that rapid advancements in artificial intelligence remain aligned with human safety and well-being. According to her, the company is focused not only on accelerating AI capabilities but also on making sure the technology is developed responsibly and safely for people.

She further advocated for embracing AI as a tool, urging professionals to shift from fearing automation to learning how to work alongside it. "Everyone needs to stop being scared of AI," she stated, adding that AI isn't just for technical teams anymore. It's showing up in nearly every profession. Instead of avoiding these tools, she argued that people should invest time in learning to use them well. 

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Notably, AI has become one of the biggest talking points in the technology world, dominating headlines, investor calls, and policy debates. Meanwhile, workers across industries are trying to make sense of what these rapid changes could mean for their careers.

Roles in writing, design, coding, law, and even medicine are being reshaped as AI tools handle tasks once done exclusively by humans, leaving many people both excited about new productivity gains and anxious about job security. Among the firms driving this shift is Anthropic, one of the world's leading AI companies. 

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