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"Sometimes seats are stolen through vote theft, sometimes entire govt": Rahul Gandhi

New Delhi | May 6, 2026 10:23:11 AM IST

Following the BJP's historic victories in Assam and West Bengal Assembly elections, Lok Sabha Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi has reiterated the "vote theft" allegation, terming BJP MPs and MLAs "infiltrators". ... read..

Delhi: 14-year-old found dead in Bhatti Mines jungle

New Delhi | May 6, 2026 9:53:11 AM IST

A 14-year-old student from the 9th grade was found dead in the jungle near Bhatti Mines on Wednesday, officials said. ... read..

TVK MLAs lodged at Mamallapuram Luxury Resort as Vijay prepares to form Government

Mamallapuram (Tamil Nadu) | May 6, 2026 9:53:09 AM IST

Following the Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly elections results, 108 victorious TVK MLAs, including those from distant regions, have been housed in a private luxury resort in Mamallapuram on Wednesday. ... read..

UP: Police arrest wanted criminal with Rs 50,000 bounty after encounter

Shravasti (Uttar Pradesh) | May 6, 2026 9:53:04 AM IST

Uttar Pradesh Police arrested a criminal carrying a reward of Rs 50,000 after an encounter near the Devarniya Bridge in Shravasti. ... read..

Party high command to decide Keralam CM democratically: Congress MP Jebi Mather

Thiruvananthapuram (Keralam) | May 6, 2026 9:53:03 AM IST

Congress MP Jebi Mather on Wednesday reiterated her party's stance over "democratic" selection of Chief Minister in Keralam after United Democratic Front's decisive victory in the recent elections. ... read..

Punjab: Security tightened in Amritsar following blast near Khasa Camp; roads closed for surveillance

Amritsar (Punjab) | May 6, 2026 9:53:01 AM IST

Amritsar police restricted public movement in certain areas on Wednesday to investigate the nature of a sudden blast reported in Khasa near the cantonment area in Amritsar on Tuesday. Assistant Sub-Inspector Karam Singh informed that the roads are current ... read..

"Throne is just for two days:" BJP's Dilip Ghosh hits out at Mamata Banerjee over refusal to resign as CM

Kolkata (West Bengal) | May 6, 2026 9:23:16 AM IST

BJP leader Dilip Ghosh, on Tuesday, criticised West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee for her refusal to step down following the state assembly election results. ... read..

Congress' Abdur Rahim Ahmed claims "lot of doubt" regarding Assam's election results

Guwahati (Assam) | May 6, 2026 9:23:10 AM IST

Following the Assam Assembly election results, Congress's victorious candidate from Chenga, Abdur Rahim Ahmed, expressed his respect for the people's decision while raising concerns over the outcome and the role of EVMs in the process. ... read..

"Both Mamata and Rahul Gandhi are frustrated now": BJP's Prakash Reddy over Oppn's criticism against ECI

Hyderabad (Telangana) | May 6, 2026 9:23:06 AM IST

Bharatiya Janata Party leader Prakash Reddy on Wednesday criticised both West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee and Congress leader Rahul Gandhi for their claims accusing the BJP of "stealing" the assembly elections in Assam and West Bengal with the support of th ... read..

"Myopic stand, unstable partner": DMK takes 'backstabber' jibe at Congress for supporting TVK to form government

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | May 6, 2026 9:23:02 AM IST

The fissure in the INDIA alliance have come out in the open with one of the longest standing alliances between the Congress and the DMK now at breaking point after the Congress gave its ascent to support a Vijay led government in Tamil Nadu. ... read..

Chhattisgarh: Police foils alleged abduction attempt of social worker Phoolbasan Bai in Rajnandgaon

Rajnandgaon (Chhattisgarh) | May 6, 2026 8:53:25 AM IST

The Chhattisgarh Police has foiled the alleged abduction attempt of social worker and Padma Shri Phoolbasan Bai after she was found inside a "suspicious" vehicle, which was stopped by the police near the Chikhli police station in Rajnandgaon, officials sa ... read..

J-K: Udhampur DC reviews Amarnath Yatra preparations; state administration to establish multiple lodging hubs

Udhampur (Jammu and Kashmir) | May 6, 2026 8:53:20 AM IST

District authorities in Jammu and Kashmir's Udhampur have accelerated preparations for the upcoming Amarnath Yatra by reviewing security protocols and pilgrim facilities across the region. ... read..

PM Modi hails approval of railway projects enhancing connectivity across six states in India

New Delhi | May 6, 2026 8:53:17 AM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday lauded the Union cabinet's approval of recent railway projects covering 19 districts across six states in the country, calling it a symbol of India's "boosting infrastructure" and "furthering economic growth." ... read..

Uttar Pradesh: 7-year-old child found dead in maize field; Probe underway

Hardoi (Uttar Pradesh) | May 6, 2026 8:53:13 AM IST

Assistant Superintendent of Police (ASP), East Hardoi, Subodh Gautam, on Tuesday confirmed that a 7-year-old child who was reported missing on May 2, 2026, was found later on May 5, 2026, in a maize field. ... read..

"People of Bengal said Didi should move away": BJP leader Peeyush Mohanty

Bhubaneswar (Odisha) | May 6, 2026 8:53:12 AM IST

Following the Bharatiya Janata Party's (BJP) victory in the West Bengal Assembly Elections, party leader Peeyush Mohanty on Wednesday hailed Prime Minister Narendra Modi's leadership as the catalyst for the state's transformation into a 21st-century super ... read..

HP Police executes 15 preventive detentions under PIT NDPS Act in major crackdown against Chitta networks

Shimla (Himachal Pradesh) | May 6, 2026 8:23:15 AM IST

In a decisive escalation of the statewide anti-drug campaign under the Chief Minister's 'Anti-Chitta Jan Andolan', the Himachal Pradesh Police has intensified its preventive enforcement strategy by invoking the provisions of the Prevention of Illicit Traf ... read..

Govt hosts national conference on rare diseases to boost care and innovation

New Delhi | May 6, 2026 7:53:17 AM IST

The Union Ministry of Health and Family Welfare inaugurated a two-day National Conference on Rare Diseases in New Delhi on May 5-6, marking a significant step toward strengthening India's response to rare diseases. The conference aims to bring together ke ... read..

Unpredictable rains take Shimla residents by surprise; school children inconvenienced

Shimla (Himachal Pradesh) | May 6, 2026 7:24:14 AM IST

Continuous rains have caused some disruption to normal life in the hill town of Shimla as showers lashed parts of Himachal Pradesh over the past two days, bringing down temperatures and affecting daily routines. ... read..

Mandate in Tamil Nadu is for secular government: Congress

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | May 6, 2026 7:24:09 AM IST

Congress has said that the mandate in Tamil Nadu is for a secular government and it is determined not to "have BJP and its proxies" run the government in the southern state. ... read..

Tamil Nadu polls: VS Babu attributes win against Stalin to Vijay, local connect

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | May 6, 2026 7:24:07 AM IST

Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK)'s MLA-elect, VS Babu, who defeated the outgoing CM MK Stalin in Kolathur constituency, attributed the victory to party chief Vijay and a local connection. ... read..

Delhi CM Rekha Gupta offers prayers at Tirupati Balaji Temple during Brahmotsavam

New Delhi | May 6, 2026 6:52:57 AM IST

Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Tuesday attended the annual Brahmotsavam and offered prayers at the Tirupati Balaji Temple in the national capital. ... read..

NIA files chargesheet against 3 accused linked to ISIS terror group

New Delhi | May 6, 2026 6:23:23 AM IST

The National Investigation Agency (NIA) has filed charges against three accused linked to the proscribed ISIS terrorist organisation in a bioterrorism conspiracy aimed at carrying out mass poisoning of innocent people in public spaces. ... read..

"Democracy under threat":" Congress' Kuldeep Rathore slams BJP, ECI after defeat in Bengal

Shimla (Himachal Pradesh) | May 6, 2026 6:23:22 AM IST

Following the announcement of assembly election results in five states, Congress leader and MLA Kuldeep Rathore on Tuesday launched a scathing attack on the BJP and the Election Commission of India (ECI), alleging large-scale manipulation of voter lists i ... read..

"Constitution is supreme": Bengal BJP chief Samik Bhattacharya criticises Mamata's refusal to resign as CM

Kolkata (West Bengal) | May 6, 2026 5:53:26 AM IST

West Bengal BJP president Samik Bhattacharya on Tuesday invoked the Constitution and criticised outgoing Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee's refusal to resign from her post, following the TMC's defeat in the State Legislative Assembly elections. ... read..

"Ridiculous and worrisome": BJP MP Sambit Patra criticises Mamata Banerjee's refusal to resign

New Delhi | May 6, 2026 5:23:08 AM IST

BJP MP Sambit Patra on Tuesday called West Bengal's caretaker Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee's refusal to resign from the post "ridiculous and worrisome" after the TMC was restricted to 80 seats in the Assembly elections. ... read..

ECI directs security officials to ensure 'zero tolerance' toward post-poll violence in West Bengal

Kolkata (West Bengal) | May 6, 2026 5:23:01 AM IST

The Election Commission of India (ECI) has issued a stern directive to the West Bengal Chief Secretary (CS), Director General of Police (DGP), and Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs) to ensure 'zero tolerance' toward any incidents of post-poll violence in ... read..

Punjab: Blast near the cantonment area in Amritsar, no casualties reported

Amritsar (Punjab) | May 6, 2026 7:24:11 AM IST

A blast occured in Khasa near the cantonment area in Amritsar at around 10:50 pm on Tuesday, prompting a swift response from police and security agencies. No casualties were reported. ... read..

Centre approves Rs 365 per quintal price for sugarcane, PM Modi says "Committed to welfare of farmers"

New Delhi | May 6, 2026 3:53:06 AM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday reaffirmed the government's commitment to farmer welfare after the Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs approved the Fair and Remunerative Price (FRP) of sugarcane for the 2026-27 season (October to September) at R ... read..

Jabalpur tragedy: District Court orders FIR against cruise operator

Jabalpur (Madhya Pradesh) | May 6, 2026 3:22:49 AM IST

The Jabalpur District Court has directed the registration of an FIR against the cruise boat pilot and others after the boat sank into a river in Jabalpur, Madhya Pradesh and claimed the lives of 13 individuals. ... read..

Tamil Nadu Congress to extend support to TVK to form coalition govt: Sources

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | May 6, 2026 2:23:28 AM IST

Tamil Nadu Congress has unanimously decided to support the Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) to form a government in the state, after the Vijay-led party fell 10 seats short of the majority mark in the 2026 Assembly elections, sources said. ... read..

'Money politics buried': TVK thanks supporters after historic debut win in Tamil Nadu polls

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | May 6, 2026 1:52:56 AM IST

As the Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) emerged as the single largest party in the Tamil Nadu Assembly elections, the party on Tuesday expressed heartfelt gratitude to its supporters. ... read..

West Bengal: After BJP's win, Durga Temple, shut for years, reopens in Asansol

Asansol (West Bengal) | May 6, 2026 1:23:20 AM IST

In a momentous occasion after the BJP' win, the Durga temple in Asansol, reopened its doors to devotees after remaining shut for several years. ... read..

Punjab: Scooty catches fire near BSF chowk in Jalandhar

Jalandhar (Punjab) | May 5, 2026 11:53:36 PM IST

A scooty caught fire near the BSF Chowk in Jalandhar on Tuesday, prompting an immediate response from local authorities. No injuries were reported. ... read..

Delhi Court acquits Disc Jockey accsued of murder in restaurant brawl

New Delhi | May 5, 2026 11:53:34 PM IST

Tis Hazari court has acquitted a sole accsued of murder in a restaurant brawl that broke out in May 2018. This incident took place in the restaurant Raftar during a Birthday party. An FIR was lodged at the Punjabi Bagh Police Station. ... read..

Uttarakhand: CM Dhami chairs high-level meet for development, expansion of Oriental Research Institute in Haridwar

Dehradun (Uttarakhand) | May 5, 2026 11:53:28 PM IST

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Tuesday chaired a high-level meeting at the Secretariat to review plans for the comprehensive development and expansion of the Shri Madan Mohan Malaviya Oriental Research Institute in Rishikul, Haridwar. ... read..

Congress appoints Ajay Maken and Mukul Wasnik as observers to ascertain views of Keralam MLAs

Thiruvananthapuram (Keralam) | May 5, 2026 11:53:26 PM IST

Congress has begun the process of government formation in Keralam where the party-led UDF registered a thumping victory in the assembly polls. ... read..

Raghav Chadha alleges 'misuse of state machinery', Bhagwant Mann says 'merger unconstitutional'; meet President to discuss 'merger' aftermath

New Delhi | May 5, 2026 11:23:45 PM IST

The conflict between the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) and its seven Rajya Sabha MPs who merged with the Bhartiya Janata Party (BJP) continues as Raghav Chadha met President Droupadi Murmu on Tuesday to discuss the merger's aftermath. ... read..

"Whatever decision TNCC takes on TVK, it must be approved by AICC": Tamil Nadu Congress incharge

New Delhi | May 5, 2026 11:23:42 PM IST

The All India Congress Committee (AICC) has granted the Tamil Nadu Congress Committee (TNCC) the autonomy to take the final decision regarding any potential alliances in the state. ... read..

"Assam people demonstrated commitment to development": BJP's Mita Nath Bora

Guwahati (Assam) | May 5, 2026 11:23:31 PM IST

The result of the 2026 Assam Legislative Assembly Elections is not just a win in favour of Bharatiya Janata Party, it is a win of people's mandate, aspiration and wishes, said party Spokesperson Mita Nath Bora. ... read..

Karnataka signs agreement with ISEG to prepare an Economic Master Plan to transform Bengaluru into world-class hub

Bengaluru (Karnataka) | May 5, 2026 11:23:25 PM IST

The Karnataka government on Tuesday signed a Statement of Intent with the Institute for Sustainable Employment and Growth (ISEG) to prepare a comprehensive Economic Master Plan for Bengaluru and transform the city into a world-class hub. ... read..

"Nothing specific": Bengal CEO refutes Mamata Banerjee's allegations of EVM tampering and assault

Kolkata (West Bengal) | May 5, 2026 10:52:52 PM IST

Following a wave of serious allegations from West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee regarding the integrity of the recent election results, State Chief Electoral Officer (CEO) Manoj Kumar Agarwal on Tuesday issued a firm point-by-point rebuttal, citin ... read..

"I am innocent": Arunachal CM Pema Khandu on corruption allegations; vows to cooperate with CBI investigation

Itanagar (Arunachal Pradesh) | May 5, 2026 10:52:50 PM IST

Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu has denied any wrongdoing in response to the Supreme Court's order directing the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) to initiate a preliminary inquiry into allegations of corruption in public works contracts ... read..

Winning Bengal is major achievement for BJP, says Madhya Pradesh Minister

Bhopal (Madhya Pradesh) | May 5, 2026 10:52:48 PM IST

A day after the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) created history in West Bengal by winning 207 seats, Madhya Pradesh Tourism Minister Dharmendra Singh Lodhi said it was a significant achievement and voters cast their ballot without fear. ... read..

Rains lashes parts of Delhi

New Delhi | May 5, 2026 10:52:46 PM IST

Rain and hailstorms lashed parts of the national capital on Tuesday afternoon, bringing relief to residents from the extreme heat. ... read..

Gujarat CM inaugurates 3-day Chintan Shibir of Revenue Dept at Trimandir

Gandhinagar (Gujarat) | May 5, 2026 10:23:17 PM IST

Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel inaugurated the three-day Chintan Shibir of the Revenue Department at Trimandir, Adalaj on Tuesday. ... read..

TVK's Seenivasa Sethupathy ends DMK's 20-year dominance in Tiruppattur by just 1 vote

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | May 5, 2026 10:23:15 PM IST

In a nail-biting finish, Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) candidate Seenivasa Sethupathy secured a stunning victory from the Tiruppattur Assembly seat, defeating DMK's KR Periyakaruppan by a single vote. ... read..

Anti-incumbency, SIR resulted in Mamata Banerjee's defeat: Siddaramaiah

Bengaluru (Karnataka) | May 5, 2026 10:23:12 PM IST

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah on Tuesday linked TMC's electoral loss in West Bengal to strong anti-incumbency sentiments and Special Intensive Revision (SIR) drive, while crediting support from youth for Vijay's TVK landmark performance in Tamil N ... read..

"Had TMC treated Muslims as citizens...": Owaisi criticises Mamata Banerjee for exploiting Muslims as vote bank

Hyderabad (Telangana) | May 5, 2026 10:23:09 PM IST

All India Majlis-e-Ittehad-ul-Muslimeen (AIMIM) president Asaduddin Owaisi on Tuesday took a swipe at West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee, saying that she exploited the Muslim community in the state as a vote bank. ... read..

"TMC miscreants vandalised our house": BJP voter alleges intimidation in West Bengal's Amdanga constituency

North 24 Paraganas (West Bengal) | May 5, 2026 10:23:08 PM IST

Amid reports of post-poll violence in West Bengal, a house was allegedly vandalised in the Amdanga constituency on late Tuesday night. ... read..

Gujarat's i-Hub initiative empowers entrepreneurs, from eco-friendly firefighting solutions to superfoods for kids

Gandhinagar (Gujarat) | May 5, 2026 10:23:06 PM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has laid a strong foundation for India's startup ecosystem by promoting entrepreneurship, a vision that has helped Gujarat emerge as a leading hub of innovation and enterprise. ... read..

BJP should provide Rs 1 crore compensation, govt job to 1 family member: AAP's Sanjeev Jha on Jaffarpur Kalan murder

New Delhi | May 5, 2026 9:53:37 PM IST

Senior Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leader and Burari MLA Sanjeev Jha on Tuesday wrote to Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) national president Nitin Nabin over the Jaffarpur Kalan murder, demanding strict action against the police constable accused of shooting a youn ... read..

"Cabinet approval for Ship Repair Facility important in strengthening India's maritime capabilities": PM Modi

New Delhi | May 5, 2026 9:53:35 PM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Tuesday that the Cabinet's approval for the establishment of a world-class Ship Repair Facility in Vadinar, Gujarat, was a significant move to bolster India's maritime capabilities and position the country as a global ... read..

MP CM Mohan Yadav orders expansion of warehouse capacity during surprise visit to wheat procurement center

Ujjain (Madhya Pradesh) | May 5, 2026 9:53:34 PM IST

In a surprise visit to the Adani Agro Silo procurement centre at Nagjhiri in Ujjain, Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister MohanYadav issued directives to expand the facility's warehouse capacity to safeguard procured wheat from unseasonal rains. ... read..

"Among 208 BJP MLAs, anybody could be CM": Dilip Ghosh

Kolkata (West Bengal) | May 5, 2026 9:53:30 PM IST

Following the BJP's stunning performance in the West Bengal Assembly Elections, senior BJP leader and MLA-elect from Kharagpur Sadar, Dilip Ghosh, stated that the party has an abundance of experienced leadership to take the role of Chief Minister, and the ... read..

"EVMs may not have been manipulated, but can be swapped": Abhishek Banerjee makes big charge

Kolkata (West Bengal) | May 5, 2026 9:24:04 PM IST

Trinamool Congress (TMC) general secretary Abhishek Banerjee on Tuesday said that a fact-finding committee will be formed to examine the alleged discrepancies in the Electronic Voting Machines (EVM) used in the assembly polls. He added that EVMs can be sw ... read..

"Dirty, nasty, mischievous games": Outgoing Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee refuses to resign; BJP says "accept defeat with humility"

Kolkata (West Bengal) | May 5, 2026 9:24:03 PM IST

West Bengal has been thrust into a constitutional and political standoff following the Bharatiya Janata Party's (BJP) landmark victory in the state assembly elections. ... read..

Ministry of Education organises Bharat Innovates 2026 pre-event roadshow in Paris to engage Global investors, corporates, universities and research institutions

New Delhi | May 5, 2026 9:24:01 PM IST

As part of its outreach to global investors, the Ministry of Education organised a roadshow in Paris on Tuesday to showcase Bharat Innovates 2026. The Bharat Innovates initiative, scheduled to be held from June 14-16 in Nice, France, aims to connect India ... read..

PM Modi to visit Art of Living International Centre on organisation's 45th anniversary

New Delhi | May 5, 2026 9:23:54 PM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is scheduled to visit the Art of Living International Centre on the organisation's 45th anniversary celebrations. ... read..

Cabinet approves three multitracking projects covering 19 districts across states, Indian Railway network expanded by 901 kms

New Delhi | May 5, 2026 8:53:36 PM IST

The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs (CCEA), chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, on Tuesday approved 03 (Three) projects of the Ministry of Railways with a total cost of Rs. 23,437 crore (approx.). These projects include Nagda - Mathura 3rd and ... read..

Indian military likely to operationalise Joint Ops Control Centre in May

New Delhi | May 5, 2026 8:53:34 PM IST

As part of the lessons learnt during Operation Sindoor launched against Pakistan-based terrorist in 2025, the defence forces are looking to operationalise the tri-services Joint Operations Control Centre (JOCC) at a location in the Delhi Cantonment area w ... read..

Union Cabinet approves proposal to increase judge strength of Supreme Court from 33 to 37

New Delhi | May 5, 2026 8:23:30 PM IST

The Union Cabinet, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has approved the proposal for increasing the number of Supreme Court Judges by four from the present 33 to 37, excluding the Chief Justice of India. ... read..

"Hope they won't repeat mistakes by troubling people": Gaurav Gogoi's jibe after BJP wins Assam

Guwahati (Assam) | May 5, 2026 8:23:28 PM IST

Assam Congress president Gaurav Gogoi on Tuesday urged the Bhartiya Janata Party (BJP), which won 82 assembly seats in the recently concluded state polls, to resolve the issues of the general public and refrain from indulging in corruption. ... read..

DPA Kandla, GH2 Solar sign MoU to enable Liquid Green Hydrogen export

Kutch (Gujarat) | May 5, 2026 8:23:23 PM IST

The Deendayal Port Authority (DPA), Kandla, on Tuesday signed a landmark Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with GH2 Solar Limited to conduct a "Joint Feasibility Study & Strategic Roadmap" for the export of Liquid Green Hydrogen from the port. ... read..

IndiGo flight from Hyderabad to Chandigarh evacuated after passenger's electronic device catches fire

New Delhi | May 5, 2026 8:23:21 PM IST

An emergency evacuation was carried out on IndiGo flight 6E 108 from Hyderabad to Chandigarh on Tuesday after a passenger's personal electronic equipment caught fire while the aircraft was stationary after landing. The airline acted promptly, ensuring the ... read..

Cabinet approves two more semiconductor manufacturing units in Gujarat with cumulative investment of over Rs 3,900 crore

New Delhi | May 5, 2026 8:23:15 PM IST

The Union Cabinet on Tuesday approved two new semiconductor manufacturing units under India Semiconductor Mission (ISM), marking the last two projects of ISM 1.0 with a cumulative investment of over Rs 3,900 crore. The approvals include the country's firs ... read..

DMK loses power in Tamil Nadu, TVK emerges as single largest party

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | May 5, 2026 7:53:36 PM IST

Polling for the Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly took place on April 23. In a historic first in Tamil Nadu, 85.12 per cent voter turnout was recorded. ... read..

"Everything mentioned in constitution": Suvendu Adhikari on Mamata Banerjee's refusal to resign as West Bengal CM

Kolkata (West Bengal) | May 5, 2026 7:53:31 PM IST

Amid mounting controversy over Mamata Banerjee's refusal to resign as Chief Minister, Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) MLA-elect Suvendu Adhikari on Tuesday said that he didn't have to say much on the issue since everything is mentioned in the Indian Constitu ... read..

MP CM Yadav inspects wheat procurement centre in Ujjain, assures smooth purchase for farmers

Ujjain (Madhya Pradesh) | May 5, 2026 7:53:29 PM IST

Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav conducted a surprise inspection at Adani Agro Silo procurement centre located in Datana in Ujjain on Tuesday, where he interacted with farmers and reviewed the arrangements for crop procurement. ... read..

Union Cabinet approves Ship Repair Facility at Vadinar in Gujarat

New Delhi | May 5, 2026 7:53:25 PM IST

Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has approved the development of a state-of-the-art Ship Repair Facility at Vadinar, Gujarat, marking a major expansion of the national ship repair ecosystem. ... read..

World's first ladies' special train service completes 34 years, continues to provide safer, more comfortable travel for women across Mumbai suburban network

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | May 5, 2026 7:53:24 PM IST

Indian Railways celebrated a key milestone in women-centric suburban travel on Tuesday, as the world's first Ladies Special train service completes 34 years of operation. ... read..

"No such incident took place": West Bengal CEO Manoj Kumar Agarwal refutes Mamata Banerjee's claims of assault

Kolkata (West Bengal) | May 5, 2026 7:53:18 PM IST

West Bengal Chief Electoral Officer (CEO) Manoj Kumar Agarwal on Tuesday refuted caretaker Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee's claim of being physically assaulted, stating that no such incident occurred. ... read..

Kejriwal vows to take "revenge" in February 2027 for BJP's alleged "robbery" of Rajya Sabha seats

New Delhi | May 5, 2026 7:23:28 PM IST

Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) National Convenor Arvind Kejriwal on Tuesday accused the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) of "robbing" the Rajya Sabha seats that rightfully belonged to the people of Punjab, following the defection of seven AAP MPs to the BJP. Kejriwal ... read..

"Decision people made is right in front of you": Farooq Abdullah on poll results in five states/UT

Budgam (Jammu and Kashmir) | May 5, 2026 7:23:24 PM IST

Jammu & Kashmir National Conference (JKNC) president Farooq Abdullah on Tuesday acknowledged public mandate in the recently concluded Assembly elections in four states and one Union Territory (UT), hoping that the newly formed governments would do "go ... read..

"Well-being of people remains our only goal": TVK chief Vijay thanks PM Modi after party's strong showing in TN polls

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | May 5, 2026 7:23:21 PM IST

Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam Chief Vijay on Tuesday expressed his gratitude to Prime Minister Narendra Modi following the party's impressive performance in the Tamil Nadu Assembly Elections and asserted that "the well-being of people remains the party's only ... read..

"It's a temporary setback...will bounce back like phoenix": AIADMK's K Pandiarajan on Tamil Nadu poll results

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | May 5, 2026 7:23:19 PM IST

All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (AIADMK) leader K Pandiarajan on Tuesday termed the party's defeat in the 2026 Tamil Nadu Assembly elections as a "temporary setback", declaring that his party possesses the necessary resilience to make a significa ... read..

"BJP will emerge as a major player in next assembly polls," says newly elected Kazhakootam MLA V Muraleedharan

Thiruvananthapuram (Keralam) | May 5, 2026 6:53:18 PM IST

Newly-elected Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) MLAs on Tuesday, including Keralam BJP chief Rajeev Chandrasekhar, V Muraleedharan, and BB Gopakumar, were warmly welcomed at the party's state unit office in Thiruvananthapuram following their victory in the rec ... read..

TVK seeks time to meet Tamil Nadu Governor

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | May 5, 2026 6:53:07 PM IST

Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam has sought time from Tamil Nadu Governor Rajendra Arlekar to meet him as part of the process for government formation, TVK sources said on Tuesday. ... read..

TVK chief Vijay to be sworn in as Tamil Nadu's new Chief Minister on May 7

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | May 5, 2026 6:23:53 PM IST

Tamil Nadu is set for a major political shift, with Vijay, the leader of Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK), scheduled to take the oath of office as the state's new Chief Minister on May 7, sources said. ... read..

"Will not resign, did not lose, I will not go to Raj Bhavan....": Mamata Banerjee after Bengal election results

Kolkata (West Bengal) | May 5, 2026 6:23:45 PM IST

Outgoing West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Tuesday targeted the BJP and claimed that she has not lost the assembly polls and will not go to the Raj Bhavan to tender her resignation, saying "they can defeat Trinamool Congress through the Electi ... read..

"We should not become Ravan": Union Minister Sukanta Majumdar advises BJP workers amid attacks on TMC offices

Kolkata (West Bengal) | May 5, 2026 6:23:38 PM IST

Amid multiple reports of vandalism of TMC offices, Union Minister Sukanta Majumdar on Tuesday said that the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) must not behave like the Trinamool Congress (TMC). ... read..

MP Cabinet approves Rs 38,555 cr for welfare, development works; decides to form Traders' Welfare Board

Bhopal (Madhya Pradesh) | May 5, 2026 6:23:29 PM IST

Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav chaired a cabinet meeting held at secretariat in Bhopal on Tuesday and granted approvals to various financial proposals worth Rs 38,555 cr aimed at encouraging infrastructure, agriculture, social welfare, and econ ... read..

"Accused have no right to live": Maharashtra Dy CM seek death penalty in Pune minor's rape-murder case

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | May 5, 2026 6:23:26 PM IST

Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde has condemned the horrific rape and murder of a 4-year-old girl in Pune, calling it an "extremely unfortunate event." Shinde emphasised the gravity of the crime, stating that the accused, described as habitu ... read..

Gaurav Gogoi takes "full moral responsibility" for Congress' defeat in Assam

Guwahati (Assam) | May 5, 2026 6:23:24 PM IST

Assam Congress president Gaurav Gogoi on Tuesday said that he takes the full responsibility for Congress' defeat in the state assembly elections. ... read..

TVK chief Vijay likely to meet Tamil Nadu Governor tomorrow for government formation

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | May 5, 2026 6:23:19 PM IST

Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam leader Vijay is likely to meet Tamil Nadu Governor Rajendra Arlekar on Wednesday, TVK sources said and noted that the actor-turned politician may take oath as Chief Minister on May 7. ... read..

Dharmendra Pradhan congratulates IIT Madras for Tech Summit 2026, says PM Modi to attend "grand exhibition" on deep tech in France next month

New Delhi | May 5, 2026 5:53:30 PM IST

Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan on Tuesday said India is organising a grand exhibition of its deep technology in Nice, France, next month with Prime Minister Narendra Modi and French President Emmanuel Macron in attendance. ... read..

Mamata Banerjee accuses BJP, EC of "looting" democratic rights, says "CEC became villain"

Kolkata (West Bengal) | May 5, 2026 5:53:29 PM IST

Following a tectonic shift in West Bengal's political landscape, outgoing Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee launched a scathing offensive on Tuesday, labelling the Election Commission (EC) the "villain" of the assembly elections. ... read..

AGP to hold legislature party meeting after BJP's victory in Assam

Guwahati (Assam) | May 5, 2026 5:53:19 PM IST

Asom Gana Parishad (AGP) president Atul Bora on Tuesday announced that the party will convene a meeting of its newly elected legislature. The legislative party meeting is scheduled to be held tomorrow (May 6). ... read..

Congress leader KC Venugopal receives grand welcome in Delhi after UDF's historic win in Keralam

New Delhi | May 5, 2026 5:53:12 PM IST

Congress General Secretary KC Venugopal was given a warm and grand welcome upon his arrival in Delhi on Tuesday following the Congress-led United Democratic Front (UDF)'s historic victory in the Keralam Assembly elections. ... read..

"Mamata Banerjee should accept her defeat...": Union Minister Sukanta Majumdar

Kolkata (West bengal) | May 5, 2026 5:53:09 PM IST

Union Minister Sukanta Majumdar on Tuesday asked West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee to accept the defeat, underlining that there was an increase of 20 per cent in Hindu voters and any political party questioning their mandate will eventually fall. ... read..

Delhi LG Taranjit Singh Sandhu meets Union Home Minister Amit Shah

New Delhi | May 5, 2026 5:53:04 PM IST

Delhi Lieutenant Governor (LG) Taranjit Singh Sandhu on Tuesday called on Union Home Minister Amit Shah. ... read..

Preparations underway for cabinet expansion in Bihar

Patna (Bihar) | May 5, 2026 5:23:18 PM IST

Preparations are underway for the cabinet expansion of the Samrat Chaudhary-led Bihar government at Gandhi Maidan in Patna. ... read..

"Congress won many seats through lies": Keralam BJP chief Rajeev Chandrasekhar

Thiruvananthapuram (Keralam) | May 5, 2026 5:23:12 PM IST

Keralam Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) president Rajeev Chandrasekhar on Tuesday criticised Congress for allegedly winning seats through misleading tactics, including the FCRA issue and the fictitious CPM-BJP deal. ... read..

Delhi HC grants bail to actor Leena Maria Paul in money laundering case

New Delhi | May 5, 2026 5:23:02 PM IST

The Delhi High Court on Tuesday granted bail to actor Leena Maria Paulose in a money laundering case. However, her bail plea was dismissed in the MCOCA (Maharashtra Control of Organised Crime Act) case. ... read..

Excise policy case: Delhi HC to appoint amicus curiae after Kejriwal, Sisodia opt out of proceedings

New Delhi | May 5, 2026 4:53:21 PM IST

The Delhi High Court on Tuesday decided to appoint three amicus curiae in the CBI's appeal challenging the discharge order in the Delhi excise policy case. The Court took this step after noting that three respondents, Arvind Kejriwal, Manish Sisodia, and ... read..

Did original petitioners resolve to file 2006 PIL against women's entry bar in Sabarimala? SC grills YILA

New Delhi | May 5, 2026 3:54:04 PM IST

Questioning the locus of the original petitioner organisation that filed the 2006 public interest litigation (PIL) against the bar on entry of women aged 10-15, the Supreme Court on Wednesday grilled the counsel appearing for the Young Indian Lawyers Asso ... read..

Congress emerging as 'new Muslim League'? In Assam, 18 out of 20 Muslim candidates fielded by Congress win Assembly seats

New Delhi | May 5, 2026 3:54:02 PM IST

The recent Assembly elections across West Bengal, Tamil Nadu, Keralam, Assam and Puducherry presented a mixed outcome overall for the Congress and its allies with notable results among Muslim candidates. ... read..

Amit Shah and JP Nadda appointed as BJP's observers for West Bengal and Assam after election wins

New Delhi | May 5, 2026 3:24:02 PM IST

Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Tuesday was appointed as the BJP's central observer for West Bengal, with Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi serving as the central co-observer. ... read..

Durga temple in Asansol 'reopens' after BJP's decisive win in West Bengal

Asansol (West Bengal) | May 5, 2026 3:24:00 PM IST

A Durga temple in West Bengal's Asansol, which had remained shut for the past several years, has been "re-opened" by the Shri Shri Durgamata Charitable Trust, BJP leader Nilu Chakraborty said on Tuesday. ... read..

Battle for India's existence: Kiren Rijiju calls BJP win in West Bengal a defining moment for democracy

Leh (Ladakh) | May 5, 2026 3:23:53 PM IST

Union Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju on Tuesday termed the Bharatiya Janata Party's sweeping victory in the West Bengal Assembly elections as a "battle for India's existence," calling it a defining moment for democracy and the country's cultu ... read..

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