victory day celebrations

In a notable turn of events, RJD's Sonu Kumar Rai has emerged victorious in the Ara-Buxar legislative council by-election, overcoming JD(U)'s Kanhaiya Prasad by a margin exceeding 350 votes. This triumph was met with jubilation from INDIA bloc supporters and enhances RJD's presence in the council to 16 members, marking a significant morale boost for the opposition coalition.

Nyck De Vries won the Monaco E-Prix on Saturday, securing both his and Mahindra Racing’s long-awaited victory after years of waiting. He was joined on the podium by Jaguar TCS Racing’s Mitch Evans and Cupra Kiro rookie Pepe Marti. Marti bagged his maiden podium. Check out the complete Round 9 results.

Ukraine announced a ceasefire starting May 5-6, prioritizing human life over Victory Day commemorations, with President Zelenskyy criticizing Russia's focus on parades. Russia, however, declared its own truce from May 8-9, coinciding with WWII Victory Day, and warned of massive retaliation if Kyiv disrupts their celebrations.

Nyck De Vries registered his first win with Mahindra Racing in Round 9 of the Monaco E-Prix on Saturday. The victory was particularly special as it came more than three years after De Vries’ last Formula E win in Berlin and also marked Mahindra Racing’s first victory in the GEN3 era. Here is what the Dutch driver said after his triumph in Monaco.

On Tuesday, Kyiv was jolted by drone strikes, shattering a fragile three-day ceasefire brokered by President Donald Trump. The capital's air raid sirens, silent since Friday, echoed through the streets as Ukrainian defenses sprang into action. Both warring parties had already exchanged blame for previous ceasefire breaches, undermining Trump's hopes for a lasting peace.

Javokhir Sindarov defeated D Gukesh in their first-ever blitz clash at the Grand Chess Tour in Warsaw, avenging his earlier rapid loss to the World Champion. Gukesh’s rare fist-pump celebration after that previous win had gone viral. With one win each, their growing rivalry now heads into a decisive final reverse-blitz showdown before this year’s World Championship clash.

Sky Sports commentators were forced to apologise live on air after cameras captured Hamad Medjedovic vomiting on court during his dramatic Italian Open victory over Mariano Navone. The exhausted Serbian battled through physical collapse to secure the biggest Masters 1000 win of his career, reaching the Rome round of 16 after an emotional three-hour comeback that left players, fans and broadcasters stunned.

Tamil political tradition celebrates victory with sound and movement, a practice dating back to Sangam times. The vaagai flower, symbolizing triumph, was historically worn by victorious leaders and warriors, as seen in the epic Silappathikaram. This ancient custom continues to resonate in modern celebrations and is emblazoned on TVK's flag

Mitch Evans claimed his fifth podium finish of the season at the Monaco E-Prix on Saturday after finishing second behind Mahindra Racing’s Nyck De Vries. The Jaguar TCS Racing driver now leads the Formula E title race and hopes to eventually secure his maiden world championship by taking things one race at a time.

Vijay, aka Thalapathy Vijay, has registered a hisoric victory with his party, Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK), in the Tamil Nadu Assembly Elections 2026. Interestingly, May 4 — the day of the election results — also marked Trisha Krishnan’s birthday, setting off a wave of chatter online. Interestingly, Charmme Kaur and Lakshmi Manchu have hailed Trisha as a 'lucky mascot' after Vijay's win and called for 'double celebrations'.

The winners of the 2026 BAFTA Television Awards 2026 were announced at a star-studded ceremony held at Royal Festival Hall on May 10, where some of the biggest names from the television industry came together to celebrate the best shows, actors and presenters of the year. Hosted by Greg Davies, the ceremony saw shows like Adolescence, The Celebrity Traitors and Code of Silence taking home major honours.

BJP national president Nitin Nabin's maiden two-day visit to Odisha begins Sunday, igniting enthusiasm among cadres ahead of upcoming local elections. He will preside over high-level meetings and training programs, aiming to strengthen the party's organizational base and chart a course for future electoral challenges.

After a tense 10-day wait and intense internal lobbying, VD Satheesan has been named the next Chief Minister of Kerala. The Congress-led UDF's sweeping victory in the assembly elections triggered a fierce leadership race, with supporters of Satheesan, KC Venugopal, and Ramesh Chennithala campaigning vigorously. The party high command ultimately made the decision after extensive consultations.

Nico Muller, who moved from Andretti to Porsche this season, secured his first Formula E victory at the Berlin E-Prix in Round 7. The driver shared several pictures from the Tempelhof Airport Street Circuit, where his wife and children were by his side. His son also joined him on the podium during the victory celebrations.

Barcelona fans heavily criticized Jules Kounde and Ronald Araujo despite the team’s 3-1 win over Real Betis in La Liga. Supporters were furious over defensive mistakes, especially Araujo’s error that led to Betis’ penalty goal shortly after coming on. Social media quickly filled with calls for both defenders to leave the club this summer. The emotional night also marked Robert Lewandowski’s final home game for Barcelona, where he delivered a heartfelt farewell speech to fans at Camp Nou.

Porsche driver Nico Muller penned a heartfelt Mother’s Day post for his wife, Victoria Muller, on Sunday. The Porsche driver shared pictures of her holding their infant daughter while supporting him at the recent Berlin E-Prix alongside their son. The couple are parents to two children and the family was together in Berlin to celebrate his first Formula E win.

Jannik Sinner made history by becoming the first Italian man in 50 years to win the Rome Masters, securing his Career Golden Masters. The 24-year-old's dominant 6-4, 6-4 victory over Casper Ruud extended his record-breaking Masters 1000 winning streak to 34 matches. This triumph positions Sinner as a strong favorite for Roland Garros.

Thalapathy Vijay's political party's election lead has sparked widespread congratulations from industry peers. Actress Trisha Krishnan is celebrating a "double celebration" with her birthday coinciding with the massive victory. Lakshmi Manchu and other stars like Ram Pothineni and Sundeep Kishan have lauded Vijay's win, marking a significant moment in Tamil Nadu politics.

After intense deliberations, VD Satheesan has been chosen as Kerala's new Chief Minister, overcoming strong contenders KC Venugopal and Ramesh Chennithala. Key factors included alliance support, grassroots sentiment, and Satheesan's vocal opposition to the incumbent government, making him the preferred choice for a stable UDF administration.

Vijay’s swearing-in coincided with Mother’s Day, prompting many fans to describe it as the ultimate “Mother’s Day gift” to his mother, Shoba.

Party workers said the spice of jhalmuri reflected the effect of BJP’s campaign against its rivals

Stefon Diggs, recently acquitted of felony charges, now faces accusations from his former chef, Jamila "Mila" Adams. Adams alleges Diggs was abusive towards his girlfriend, Cardi B, even during her pregnancy, and has tagged the rapper directly on social media. This comes as Diggs and Cardi B were recently seen together, sparking fan debate about their relationship status.

Ayushmann Khurrana's mother was deeply moved by his latest film, 'Pati Patni Aur Woh Do', which released on May 15. She expressed her emotions, wishing his late father could have seen it. The film, a situational comedy, is receiving positive early reviews for its humor and performances.

Antonio Felix Da Costa could not extend his winning streak in Berlin after claiming back-to-back victories earlier this season in Jeddah and Madrid. The Portuguese driver encountered car issues during the Round 8 race, which was won by his Jaguar teammate Mitch Evans. The drivers will now turn their attention to the Monaco E-Prix.