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After more than a century on 27.3 acres of prime Safdarjung Road land, Delhi Gymkhana Club faces a June 5, 2026 eviction deadline as the Centre moves to reclaim the property for defence, governance and public-security needs.

Vice Admiral Ajay Kochhar, a seasoned officer with extensive frontline experience, has taken charge as the 48th Vice Chief of the Indian Navy. He previously led high-level naval combat readiness during Operation Sindoor and commanded key naval assets, including INS Vikramaditya. His career highlights include strategic staff roles and significant contributions to training and operational coordination.

Calling all Star Wars buffs! Dive into a meticulously arranged chronological watch order that illuminates every corner of the galaxy. Starting with the storied past depicted in 'The Acolyte' and culminating in the grand finale of the Skywalker saga, this compilation of 19 live-action films and series is your go-to.

Christian Bale believes in starting each film from scratch, wiping his slate clean to avoid relying on past acting tricks. This approach allows him to embrace reinvention and offer audiences a fresh perspective with every role. He emphasizes evolving and restarting the process to maintain authenticity and avoid mechanical performances.

Gujarat Titans secured their third IPL final appearance by defeating Rajasthan Royals in Qualifier 2. After a slow start, the team dominated the latter half of the season, driven by their formidable opening pair and a resurgent bowling attack. They now face RCB for their second IPL title.

Vancouver Canucks general manager Kevin Cheveldayoff has backed Mitch Marner, who has been criticised by some Toronto Maple Leafs fans. In a recent media appearance, McCrimmon praised Marner’s contributions, adding that perceptions surrounding the star forward have often overlooked his overall impact. His comments have sparked renewed debate as Vegas heads to the Stanley Cup Final.

Bruce Cassidy’s NHL future remains a hot topic following some new comments from Vegas Golden Knights general manager Kelly McCrimmon. The Edmonton Oilers are still very much in the running to hire the veteran coach, while Vegas continues to deny interview requests. With more than one team watching this unfold and league-wide reactions building, the coaching saga is rapidly becoming among the biggest storylines of the NHL’s offseason.

President Trump's latest medical report declared him in 'excellent health' and fit to serve, despite advising weight loss and increased physical activity. The report noted his weight has increased, and he takes medication for cholesterol and cardiac prevention. Bruising on his hands was attributed to frequent handshaking while on aspirin.

Age of Empires II: Definitive Edition has finally arrived on Mac, offering native support for Apple silicon via Steam. This release, a collaboration between World's Edge and Feral Interactive, brings the beloved real-time strategy game, complete with its expansions and updated visuals, to Mac users without needing compatibility tools.

New discoveries of Roman villas in Wiltshire and Rutland are reshaping our understanding of post-Roman Britain. These sites reveal that Roman structures were often adapted and reused, indicating a gradual transition rather than an abrupt end. This evidence challenges previous notions of a rapid downfall, suggesting continuity in settlements and landscapes even as imperial power waned.

Outgoing Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah's last-minute acceptance of the caste census report presents a political dilemma for successor DK Shivakumar. The report, potentially validating the strength of backward classes, could alienate dominant communities. This also challenges Rahul Gandhi's national push for caste data, risking accusations of hypocrisy if not acted upon.

Rain halted the IPL 2026 match between Kolkata Knight Riders and Mumbai Indians with MI at 57/4 in eight overs. If the game is washed out, both teams will share one point, badly hurting KKR’s playoff hopes as they can then reach only 14 points. KKR had made a strong start with the ball before rain interrupted play at Eden Gardens.

Colorado Avalanche forward Nathan MacKinnon suffered a scary lower-body injury during NHL Western Conference Final Game 3 against the Vegas Golden Knights. The star center was injured blocking a hard Shea Theodore slapshot and later left the game in obvious pain. Nathan MacKinnon’s injury has now become a huge concern for the Colorado Avalanche as the intense NHL playoff series continues.

A Greek national, Ioannis Aidinidis, has been charged in London under UK national security legislation for allegedly gathering information on an Iranian journalist. Prosecutors believe his activities between 2024 and 2025 were linked to assisting a foreign intelligence service, raising fresh concerns about foreign-linked surveillance in Britain.