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"Tell Adani, Ambani, to help India", says Congress leader V Hanumantha Rao; labels PM's "spend less" slogan as post-election lecture

Hyderabad (Telangana) | May 12, 2026 12:54:40 PM IST

Congress leader V Hanumantha Rao on Monday lashed out at Prime Minister Narendra Modi over his recent call for citizens to reduce consumption of fuel and gold. The Congress leader questioned the timing of the "new slogan," suggesting that the government i ... read..

"Himanta will take Assam to new heights": Shivraj Singh Chouhan

Guwahati (Assam) | May 12, 2026 12:54:37 PM IST

Union Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan on Tuesday congratulated Himanta Biswa Sarma after he took oath as the Chief Minister of Assam for a second consecutive term following the BJP-led NDA's victory in the Assembly elections. ... read..

"Sanathanam should be eradicated": Udhayanidhi Stalin brings back anti-Sanatan plank , BJP slams him

Chennai (West Bengal) | May 12, 2026 12:54:34 PM IST

Leader of Opposition in Tamil Nadu Assembly and DMK MLA, Udhayanidhi Stalin, again expressed remarks against the Sanatan Dharma, calling for its "eradication." ... read..

Amid leak allegations, Centre cancels NEET-UG 2026; re-test to be held, matter referred to CBI

General News | May 12, 2026 12:54:32 PM IST

Amid allegations of a paper leak and examination irregularities, the Centre on Tuesday cancelled the NEET-UG 2026 examination conducted on May 3 and announced that the country's biggest undergraduate medical entrance test will be re-conducted on dates to ... read..

"One person arrested, investigation underway": Karnataka Home Minister on gelatin sticks found on PM Modi's convoy route

Bengaluru (Karnataka) | May 12, 2026 12:54:29 PM IST

Karnataka Home Minister G Parameshwara on Tuesday said that one person has been arrested in the case related to the discovery of two gelatin sticks on the route that was scheduled to be used by the convoy of Prime Minister Narendra Modi during his Bengalu ... read..

Rani Kapur moves Supreme Court to restrain Priya Sachdev in RK Family Trust row

New Delhi | May 12, 2026 12:54:27 PM IST

Late businessman Sunjay Kapur's 80-year-old mother Rani Kapur has moved the Supreme Court with a fresh plea seeking directions that Priya Sachdev Kapur, the third wife of Kapur, along with certain other respondents, be restrained from interfering with the ... read..

Delhi HC directs DDA to ensure no parking or commercial activity on Yamuna flood plains

New Delhi | May 12, 2026 12:24:05 PM IST

The Delhi High Court has directed the Delhi Development Authority (DDA) to ensure that no activity, including parking of vehicles or any commercial use, is allowed on the Yamuna flood plains at Sur Ghat, observing that the area is ecologically sensitive a ... read..

NDA 3.0 begins: Himanta Biswa Sarma takes oath as Assam Chief Minister for second term

Guwahati (Assam) | May 12, 2026 12:24:03 PM IST

After a momentous victory in the assembly elections, Himanta Biswa Sarma on Tuesday took oath as the Chief Minister of Assam for a second term. ... read..

"BJP-EC's chor bazaar": Rahul Gandhi slams Bengal govt after CEO Major Agarwal appointed as Chief Secy

New Delhi | May 12, 2026 12:23:56 PM IST

Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi, on Tuesday strongly criticised the newly elected Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) government in West Bengal after the State Chief Electoral Officer (CEO) Manoj Kumar Agarwal was appointed as the Chief Secre ... read..

"Unfortunate": BJP's Shahnawaz Hussain slams Oppn criticism on PM Modi's "seven appeals"

New Delhi | May 12, 2026 12:23:49 PM IST

BJP leader Shahnawaz Hussain on Tuesday termed the Opposition's criticism of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's "seven appeals" as "unfortunate," saying Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge appeared capable of offering nothing beyond "gratuitous advice." ... read..

Former Congress Keralam chiefs meet Rahul Gandhi, discussions to elect next CM underway

New Delhi | May 12, 2026 12:23:47 PM IST

The meeting to elect the next Keralam Chief Minister, with Lok Sabha Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi and former Keralam Pradesh Congress Committee chiefs, began on Tuesday. ... read..

BJP's Shehzad Poonawalla takes dig at Congress "plan to give 5 CMs to Keralam in 5 years"

New Delhi | May 12, 2026 11:53:56 AM IST

Amidst a prolonged delay in announcing the name of the chief ministerial candidate in Keralam, Bhartiya Janata Party (BJP) national spokesperson Shehzad Poonawalla took a jibe at the Congress party, which he said seemed to have a plan "to give five Chief ... read..

Madras HC bars TVK leader Srinivasa Sethupathi from confidence vote over postal ballot tampering allegations

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | May 12, 2026 11:53:54 AM IST

The Madras High Court on Tuesday restrained TVK candidate Srinivasa Sethupathi from participating in the Assembly confidence vote scheduled to take place later in the day. ... read..

Tamil Nadu LoP Udhayanidhi Stalin calls for "political civility" in House, praises Vijay for meeting DMK leadership

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | May 12, 2026 11:53:52 AM IST

Newly elected Leader of Opposition in Tamil Nadu Assembly, Udhayanidhi Stalin, on Tuesday praised Chief Minister Vijay for meeting the DMK leadership and called for "political civility" in the House. ... read..

TN: AIADMK cadres organise special prayers, abhishekams and annadhanam on EPS' 72nd b'day

Kanchipuram (Tamil Nadu) | May 12, 2026 11:53:50 AM IST

On the 72nd birthday celebrations of AIADMK General Secretary Edappadi K Palaniswami on Tuesday, special prayers, abhishekams and annadhanam programmes were organised at various temples by AIADMK functionaries in Kanchipuram district. ... read..

"Very happy moment": Riniki Bhuyan Sarma elated as Assam CM-designate Himanta Biswa Sharma prepares to take charge

Guwahati (Assam) | May 12, 2026 11:53:48 AM IST

Family members of Assam Chief Minister-designate Himanta Biswa Sarma arrived at Veterinary College ground in Khanapara for the swearing-in ceremony of the NDA-led state government. ... read..

Sena UBT's Priyanka Chaturvedi alleges procedural lapses at TCS Nashik office, cites NCW report

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | May 12, 2026 11:53:47 AM IST

Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Priyanka Chaturvedi on Tuesday alleged a "serious procedural lapse" with regard to women's safety at Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), citing a fact-finding committee of the National Commission for Women (NCW) amid the ongoing allege ... read..

"Here for discussion, high command will make discussion": former KPCC chief MM Hassan ahead of meeting with Rahul Gandhi

New Delhi | May 12, 2026 11:53:43 AM IST

Former Keralam Pradesh Congress Committee chief MM Hassan on Tuesday said that the top leadership has called former party state chiefs to discuss the selection of the next Kerlam Chief Minister as the deadlock continues following the United Democratic Fro ... read..

Mahoba: FIR registered against SP MP Ajendra Lodhi over alleged disparaging remarks against PM Modi

General News | May 12, 2026 11:53:41 AM IST

Mahoba (Uttar Pradesh) [India], May 12 (ANI) Uttar Pradesh Police on Tuesday registered an FIR against Samajwadi Party MP Ajendra Singh Lodhi over his alleged disparaging remarks against Prime Minister Narendra Modi. ... read..

"As your trusted friend, we will stand by Assam:" Singapore HC Simon Wong reaffirms support as Himanta Biswa Sarma starts new term as Assam CM

New Delhi | May 12, 2026 11:53:40 AM IST

Singapore's High Commissioner to India, Simon Wong, extended his heartfelt congratulations to Himanta Biswa Sarma on Tuesday, as he begins his second stint as the Chief Minister of Assam. Simon Wong, in a social media post, underscored the partnership bet ... read..

"Very happy moment": Riniki Bhuyan Sharma elated as Assam CM-designate Himanta Biswa Sarma prepares to take charge

Guwahati (Assam) | May 12, 2026 11:53:36 AM IST

Family members of Assam Chief Minister-designate Himanta Biswa Sarma arrived at Veterinary College ground in Khanapara for the swearing-in ceremony of the NDA-led state government. ... read..

J-K: Indian Army launches community radio 'Sangam 88.8' to empower youth in Rajouri border area

Rajouri (Jammu and Kashmir) | May 12, 2026 11:53:34 AM IST

In an excellent initiative, the Indian Army has established a community radio "Sangam 88.8" in the Doongi block of the border district Rajouri. It promotes local culture and offers opportunities to the youth living in the border area. ... read..

Sharad Pawar urges PM Modi to convene all-party meeting, consult experts amid West Asia crisis

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | May 12, 2026 11:53:33 AM IST

Nationalist Congress Party (SCP) supremo Sharad Pawar on Tuesday urged Prime Minister Narendra Modi to convene an all-party meeting and hold consultations with economic experts amid concerns over the impact of the West Asia crisis on India. ... read..

Assam BJP President Dilip Saikia lauds third term of NDA govt in state

Guwahati (Assam) | May 12, 2026 11:53:31 AM IST

Assam BJP President Dilip Saikia on Tuesday expressed pride over the third term of the NDA government in Assam, welcoming the guests who arrived to attend the swearing-in ceremony of the state government. ... read..

"Learned a lot from Himanta Biswa Sarma, very down to earth person": West Bengal CM Suvendu Adhikari arrives in Assam for CM's swearing-in ceremony

Guwahati (Assam) | May 12, 2026 11:23:36 AM IST

West Bengal CM Suvendu Adhikari arrived in Guwahati on Tuesday to attend the swearing-in ceremony of the Himanta Biswa Sarma-led Assam government. ... read..

Jeet Adani arrives in Guwahati to attend swearing-in of Himanta Biswa Sarma led Govt

Guwahati (Assam) | May 12, 2026 11:23:34 AM IST

Adani Defence and Aerospace Director, Jeet Adani, on Tuesday arrived in Guwahati to attend the swearing-in ceremony of the Chief Minister-designate Himanta Biswa Sarma-led Assam government. ... read..

"Matter of great joy" Union Minister Annapurna Devi arrives in Assam to attend Himanta Biswa Sarma's swearing-in ceremony

Guwahati (Assam) | May 12, 2026 11:23:31 AM IST

Union Minister Annapurna Devi on Tuesday arrived in Guwahati to attend the swearing-in ceremony of Assam Chief Minister-designate Himanta Biswa Sarma, stating that it is a matter of great joy. ... read..

"I have a personal connection with people of Assam": Punjab Governor Kataria ahead of Assam CM's swearing-in ceremony

Guwahati (Assam) | May 12, 2026 11:23:28 AM IST

Punjab Governor Gulab Chand Kataria arrived in Guwahati on Tuesday to attend the swearing-in ceremony of the Himanta Biswa Sarma-led Assam government. ... read..

CV Shanmugam's AIADMK faction claims "EPS proposed to be CM with DMK support"; denies 'split' in party

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | May 12, 2026 10:54:30 AM IST

Clouds of another split appeared to loom over the AIADMK after party MLA CV Shanmugam on Tuesday claimed that General Secretary Edappadi K Palaniswami had proposed becoming Chief Minister with the support of the DMK, while asserting that the majority of l ... read..

Work accomplished under NDA govt is unparalleled: AGP president Atul Bora ahead of Assam govt swearing-in

Guwahati (Assam) | May 12, 2026 10:54:24 AM IST

Asom Gana Parishad (AGP) president Atul Bora on Tuesday expressed pride in the governance of NDA in Assam, noting it as "unparalleled" and attributing it to the overwhelming victory of the alliance for the third consecutive time in the assembly elections. ... read..

TVK's JCD Prabhakar unanimously elected as Tamil Nadu Assembly Speaker

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | May 12, 2026 10:54:20 AM IST

Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) MLA JCD Prabhakar on Tuesday was unanimously elected as the Tamil Nadu Assembly Speaker. ... read..

Congress' Keralam leadership to meet Rahul Gandhi, final decision on CM post today

New Delhi | May 12, 2026 10:54:19 AM IST

The top leadership of the Congress in Keralam is likely to meet Lok Sabha Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi on Tuesday to finalise Keralam Chief Minister after days of intense discussions following the United Democratic Front's sweeping victory in the ass ... read..

Delhi Police registers two FIRs after guard beats stray dog to death in Kirti Nagar, animal activist assaults guard

New Delhi | May 12, 2026 10:54:15 AM IST

Delhi Police has registered two FIRs in connection with the alleged assault of a stray dog by a security guard in Kirti Nagar and the subsequent assault on the guard by an animal activist. ... read..

Uttar Pradesh: CM Yogi expresses grief over Ayodhya road accident

Ayodhya (Uttar Pradesh) | May 12, 2026 10:54:10 AM IST

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Tuesday expressed grief over the road accident in the Cantonment area of Ayodhya and directed officials to immediately reach the spot and speed up relief and rescue operations. ... read..

"Working with fast speed:" Rajasthan Minister Madan Dilawar highlights state government's ward-wise development strategy for cities, villages

Jodhpur (Rajasthan) | May 12, 2026 10:54:05 AM IST

Rajasthan Education Minister Madan Dilawar on Tuesday emphasised the state government's commitment to rapid progress across various departments. The Minister highlighted that the current administration is focusing on ensuring that the benefits of governan ... read..

'Rs 2 lakh crore worth of projects in pipeline': Nitin Gadkari hails third-term mandate in Assam.

Guwahati (Assam) | May 12, 2026 10:24:07 AM IST

Union Minister Nitin Gadkari on Tuesday said the BJP government in Assam under Chief Minister-designate Himanta Biswa Sarma would live up to the people's trust and drive large-scale development in the state. ... read..

"BJP will form govt in 2031 too": Assam Legislative Assembly Speaker candidate Ranjit Das ahead of swearing-in

Guwahati (Assam) | May 12, 2026 10:24:06 AM IST

Candidate for the post of Speaker of the Assam Legislative Assembly, Ranjit Das, on Tuesday lauded the work done by the NDA government in the state and affirmed that Chief Minister-designate "Himanta Biswa Sarma's government will be formed for 15 years." ... read..

"Welfare of sisters and brothers of West Bengal is supreme": PM Modi hails CM Suvendu Adhikari's cabinet decisions

New Delhi | May 12, 2026 10:24:04 AM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday hailed the cabinet decisions by the newly elected BJP government in West Bengal as welfare measures for the people. The Prime Minister expressed happiness on Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari approving the implementat ... read..

Uttar Pradesh: Ex-Army man accused of triple murder killed in police encounter in Chandauli

Chandauli (Uttar Pradesh) | May 12, 2026 10:24:02 AM IST

An ex-Army personnel, identified as Gurpreet Singh, died in a police encounter in Uttar Pradesh's Chandauli on Sunday after he opened fire on a police team during a crime scene reconstruction. The individual was in custody for the suspected random killing ... read..

PM appealed to reduce gold purchases, avoid foreign travel to save forex reserves: Telangana BJP chief

Hyderabad (Telangana) | May 12, 2026 9:56:16 AM IST

Telangana BJP chief N Ramchander Rao on Tuesday backed Prime Minister Narendra Modi's 'seven appeals' to the nation amid the West Asia crisis, saying the Prime Minister had urged citizens to help conserve foreign exchange reserves by reducing gold purchas ... read..

KTR slams Union Min Bandi Sanjay over son's alleged POCSO case, questions 'absconding' claim

New Delhi | May 12, 2026 9:56:18 AM IST

Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) Working President KT Rama Rao on Tuesday launched a sharp attack against Union Minister Bandi Sanjay Kumar over the alleged POCSO case against his son, Bandi Sai Bhagirath, questioning his disappearance amid the ongoing case. ... read..

BJP President Nitin Nabin offers prayers at Maa Kamakhya Temple in Guwahati ahead of Assam govt swearing-in

Guwahati (Assam) | May 12, 2026 9:56:11 AM IST

BJP President Nitin Nabin on Tuesday offered prayers at the Maa Kamakhya Temple in Guwahati ahead of the swearing-in ceremony of the Himanta Biswa Sarma-led Assam government. ... read..

BJP leaders seek blessings at Maa Kamakhya Temple in Guwahati ahead of Assam CM's swearing-in ceremony

Guwahati (Assam) | May 12, 2026 9:56:08 AM IST

Goa Chief Minister Pramod Sawant and Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta, along with BJP leader Biswajit Daimary, visited the revered Maa Kamakhya Temple in Guwahati on Tuesday to seek blessings ahead of Himanta Biswa Sarma's swearing-in ceremony as Assam Ch ... read..

Himanta Biswa Sarma seeks Maa Kamakhya's blessings for "peace, progress and prosperity" ahead of swearing-in

New Delhi | May 12, 2026 9:56:06 AM IST

Assam Chief Minister-designate Himanta Biswa Sarma on Tuesday sought blessings from Maa Kamakhya, hoping for "peace, progress and prosperity" for the people of the state ahead of his swearing-in ceremony. ... read..

"Decision to support TVK," CV Shanmugan led AIAIDMK faction claims majority support in party; backs TVK govt

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | May 12, 2026 9:56:05 AM IST

Its now official, there appears to be two clear faction in the AIADMK with one faction led by MLA CV Shanmugam claiming majority and announcing support for the Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK)-led government in Tamil Nadu. Shanumgan said that the majority o ... read..

CBI takes over Suvendu Adhikhari's aide murder case, constitutes seven members SIT

New Delhi | May 12, 2026 9:55:59 AM IST

The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has taken over the murder investigation of Chandranath Rath, personal assistant of the West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari. ... read..

Maharashtra: BMC announces 10% water cut across Mumbai from May 15

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | May 12, 2026 9:23:43 AM IST

Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) has announced a 10 per cent water cut across Mumbai from May 15 onwards, a press release stated. ... read..

US Ambassador to India Sergio Gor arrives in Guwahati to attend the Swearing-in Ceremony of Himanta Biswa Sarma

Guwahati (Assam) | May 12, 2026 9:23:37 AM IST

US Ambassador to India Sergio Gor arrived in Guwahati on Tuesday to attend the swearing-in ceremony of the Himanta Biswa Sarma-led Assam government. ... read..

Former West Bengal Minister Sujit Bose taken to Bidhan Nagar Hospital for medical checkup after ED arrest

Kolkata (West Bengal) | May 12, 2026 9:23:35 AM IST

Former West Bengal Minister Sujit Bose on Tuesday morning was brought to Bidhan Nagar Hospital for medical examination after he was arrested by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) last night in connection with the alleged Municipality Recruitment scam. ... read..

Tamil Nadu: World Nurses Day observed with awareness rally at Thoothukudi Medical College Hospital

Thoothukudi (Tamil Nadu) | May 12, 2026 9:23:33 AM IST

World Nurses Day was observed at the Thoothukudi Government Medical College Hospital on Tuesday with an awareness rally and participation from doctors, nurses, trainee nursing students, and hospital staff. ... read..

No knee-jerk policy changes in Maharashtra despite govt shifts: CM Fadnavis at CII Summit

New Delhi | May 12, 2026 8:53:58 AM IST

Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis has expressed pride in witnessing competitive federalism as an Indian, emphasising that before 2014, competition across the country was between around four states, which has now increased to over 12 states. ... read..

"Congress on a journey of introspection": Assam Congress President Gaurav Gogoi

Guwahati (Assam) | May 12, 2026 8:53:56 AM IST

Assam Congress President Gaurav Gogoi on Tuesday said that the Congress party has begun deliberations with the senior leaders, colleagues, and newly elected MLAs of the party regarding the future steps to expose any lapses or mistakes of the current gover ... read..

"He was destined for prison": BJP MLA Sajal Ghosh on former Bengal Minister Sujit Bose's arrest by ED

Kolkata (West Bengal) | May 12, 2026 8:53:54 AM IST

BJP MLA Sajal Ghosh reacted to the arrest of former West Bengal minister Sujit Bose by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) in connection with the alleged municipality recruitment scam, saying Bose "was destined for prison." ... read..

"Trust of people in PM Modi remains completely intact": Union Minister Chirag Paswan on Assam govt swearing-in

Guwahati (Assam) | May 12, 2026 8:53:52 AM IST

Union Minister Chirag Paswan on Monday hailed the third consecutive victory of the NDA in Assam, welcoming the Chief Minister-designate Himanta Biswa Sarma-led government ahead of its swearing-in ceremony. ... read..

"Most TMC leaders are corrupt...": West Bengal minister Dilip Ghosh

Kolkata (West Bengal) | May 12, 2026 8:53:51 AM IST

West Bengal minister Dilip Ghosh on Tuesday said that all the cases against the corrupt leaders of the previous governemnt in West Bengal will be reopened for proper investigation, underlining that most of the Trinamool Congress (TMC) leaders are involved ... read..

"Arrogant and haughty reply": National Conference MP goes against Omar Abdullah over liquor shop remarks

Baramulla (Jammu and Kashmir) | May 12, 2026 8:53:44 AM IST

National Conference MP Aga Syed Ruhullah Mehdi criticised Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah, accusing him of deviating from the party's stand on liquor shops and calling the latter's remarks "arrogant and haughty, which completely lacked logi ... read..

Tamil Nadu: TVK functionary arrested in Rs 25 crore alleged financial fraud case in Pudukkottai

Pudukkottai (Karnataka) | May 12, 2026 8:53:39 AM IST

Tension prevailed in Pudukkottai after a functionary of the Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam was arrested by the District Crime Branch police in connection with an alleged financial fraud involving more than Rs 25 crore collected from over 100 people under the pr ... read..

"Call for 'Swadeshi": Maharashtra Minister Bawankule backs PM Modi's push to curb foreign imports in favour of local resources

Pune (Maharashtra) | May 12, 2026 8:53:34 AM IST

Maharashtra Minister Chandrashekhar Bawankule expressed his gratitude to Prime Minister Narendra Modi for his recent appeal to the country to adopt indigenous products. He stated that the call for self-reliance is essential for the country's economic grow ... read..

Tamil Nadu: CM Vijay orders closure of 717 TASMAC liquor outlets near places of worship, educational institutions, bus stations

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | May 12, 2026 8:53:32 AM IST

Newly elected Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay has ordered the closure of 717 government-run TASMAC liquor retail outlets located within a 500-metre radius of places of worship, educational institutions, and bus stations in the State, within two w ... read..

PM Modi calls for transforming 'Vocal for Local' into mass movement, sues golden appeal: "Go local, not gold" to shield economy

Vadodara (Gujarat) | May 12, 2026 7:24:28 AM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has called for making 'Vocal for Local' a mass movement and urged people to adopt local products instead of foreign goods, and empower the entrepreneurs in cities and villages. ... read..

CBI files seventh chargesheet in homebuyers fraud case

New Delhi | May 12, 2026 6:54:19 AM IST

The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) filed a charge sheet against Sequel Buildcon Private Limited and its Directors in connection with alleged fraudulent activities relating to a housing project situated at Noida. ... read..

Modi iPM Modi calls for transforming 'Vocal for Local' into mass movement sues golden appeal: "Go local, not gold" to shield economy

Vadodara (Gujarat) | May 12, 2026 6:54:16 AM IST

Two injured in stabbing incident at Northeast Delhi's Gokalpuri; police launch manhunt

New Delhi | May 12, 2026 6:23:40 AM IST

A stabbing incident was reported in Northeast Delhi's Gokalpuri area on Monday evening, leaving two persons injured, officials said. ... read..

"Historic day:" Union Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan on Assam government swearing-in ceremony

Guwahati (Assam) | May 12, 2026 5:23:47 AM IST

Union Minister of Agriculture Shivraj Singh Chouhan termed the upcoming swearing-in ceremony of the new NDA government in Assam a "historic day," highlighting that the BJP-led alliance has secured a mandate for the third consecutive time with a record-bre ... read..

AAP's Saurabh Bharadwaj writes to LG Taranjit Singh Sandhu over Janakpuri minor assault case

New Delhi | May 12, 2026 4:23:56 AM IST

Aam Aadmi Party's (AAP) Delhi Unit President Saurabh Bharadwaj wrote a letter to the Lieutenant Governor (LG) Taranjit Singh Sandhu over the rape of a three-year-old girl at SS Mota Singh School, demanding strict action against police officials condemned ... read..

"People of Assam voted for development:" Maharashtra Dy CM Shinde congratulates Himanta Biswa Sarma for his third-term win

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | May 12, 2026 3:54:02 AM IST

Ahead of the high-profile swearing-in ceremony on Tuesday, Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde congratulated Assam CM-designate Himanta Biswa Sarma for securing a historic third consecutive term for the NDA, asserting that the people of Assam ... read..

CM designate Himanta Biswa Sarma names four ministers for Assam Cabinet, Ranjit Das named Speaker candidate

Guwahati (Assam) | May 12, 2026 3:23:33 AM IST

Assam Chief Minister-designate Himanta Biswa Sarma announced the names of four ministers slated for induction into the state Cabinet while also announcing the candidate for the post of Speaker in the State Legislative Assembly. ... read..

West Bengal: CM Suvendu Adhikari chairs high-level meet with DMs, BJP MLAs

Kolkata (West Bengal) | May 12, 2026 2:53:50 AM IST

West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari on Monday held a high-level meeting with District Magistrates (DMs) and BJP MLAs to review the state's development roadmap and law and order situation. ... read..

PM Modi urges people to postpone gold purchase, avoid unnecessary dependence on imported goods as West Asia crisis causes supply chain disruptions

Vadodara (Gujarat) | May 12, 2026 2:53:48 AM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday said the government is making relentless efforts to ensure that impact of West Asia war crisis on citizens is kept to an absolute minimum and urged people to reduce consumption of imported products and avoid person ... read..

Congress takes dig at PM Modi over appeal to reduce oil consumption

New Delhi | May 12, 2026 2:24:22 AM IST

Congress on Monday took a dig at Prime Minister Narendra Modi over his appeal to people to reduce consumption of petroleum products in view of the rising cost of crude due to the West Asia crisis and alleged that the BJP-led government has "actively enabl ... read..

SC dismisses plea against CBI probe into former Minister Senthil Balaji linked transformer tender scam

New Delhi | May 12, 2026 2:24:20 AM IST

The Supreme Court on Monday refused to interfere with the Madras High Court's order transferring the probe into the alleged irregularities in the grant of transformer tenders by the office of former Tamil Nadu Electricity Minister V. Senthil Balaji to the ... read..

Delhi HC appoints Justice Krishna Murari as Enquiry Authority to inquire into functioning of Table Tennis Body

New Delhi | May 12, 2026 2:24:18 AM IST

The Delhi High Court on Monday set aside the suspension of veteran table tennis Player Kamlesh Mehta from the post of Secretary General of Table Tennis Federation of India (TTFI). It also appointed Justice Krishna Murari as the enquiry authority to inquir ... read..

Supreme Court grants bail to former Jharkhand Minister Alamgir Alam in corruption case

New Delhi | May 12, 2026 2:24:17 AM IST

The Supreme Court on Monday granted bail to former Jharkhand Minister and Congress leader Alamgir Alam and his former personal secretary, Sanjeev Lal, in a money laundering case linked to the alleged collection of commissions from contractors in exchange ... read..

"BJP has 'phobia' of Rahul Gandhi", claims Congress leader Harish Rawat

Dehradun (Uttarakhand) | May 12, 2026 2:24:05 AM IST

Congress leader Harish Rawat on Monday launched a sharp attack on the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party, alleging that it suffers from a "phobia" of Lok Sabha Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi and is attempting to undermine him through "all possible means." ... read..

Former KPCC Chief K Sudhakaran heads to Delhi for talks with high command amid Kerala CM deadlock

Kannur (Keralam) | May 12, 2026 2:24:03 AM IST

Former Kerala Pradesh Congress Committee (KPCC) President K. Sudhakaran left for Delhi for high-level discussions with the party leadership amid intensifying suspense over the selection of the Keralam Chief Minister. ... read..

"Congress depends on other parties for survival": BJP MP Basavaraj Bommai

Haveri (Karnataka) | May 12, 2026 2:24:02 AM IST

Former Chief Minister and MP Basavaraj Bommai on Monday said that the Congress party survives on the support of other parties in most states, except Karnataka. ... read..

"What he said was illogical": PDP's Iltija Mufti criticises J-K CM Abdullah over liquor shop remarks

Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir) | May 12, 2026 2:24:00 AM IST

Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) leader Iltija Mufti on Monday criticised Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah over his remarks on liquor shops in the Union Territory, calling his statement "illogical" and questioning why the government cannot imp ... read..

J-K: Fire breaks out at residential-cum-shopping complex in Anantnag's Harnag; firefighting ops underway

Anantnag (Jammu and Kashmir) | May 11, 2026 11:54:07 PM IST

A fire broke out at a residential-cum-shopping complex in Harnag area of Anantnag district on Monday, officials said. ... read..

From Border fencing to rolling out Ayushman Bharat scheme: West Bengal CM Suvendu Adhikari announces six key decisions

Kolkata (West Bengal) | May 11, 2026 11:54:05 PM IST

After taking oath as West Bengal Chief Minister on May 9, Suvendu Adhikari chaired his first Cabinet meeting on Monday and approved the transfer of land to the Border Security Force (BSF) for fencing the India-Bangladesh border and approved the implementa ... read..

Somnath stands as symbol of India's indestructible civilisational spirit: PM Modi at Somnath Amrut Mahotsav

New Delhi | May 11, 2026 11:54:01 PM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday said Somnath temple stands as a symbol of India's indestructible civilisational spirit, rooted in culture, faith and resilience, while also reflecting the nation's journey of integrating heritage with modern developm ... read..

Delhi riots 2020: Court grants time to Natasha Narwal to file written arguements, Delhi police to argue in rebuttal on May 21

New Delhi | May 11, 2026 11:24:59 PM IST

A Karkardooma Court on Monday granted time to activist Natasha Narwal to file written arguments on the issue of framing of charges in the 2020 North East Delhi riots larger conspiracy case. ... read..

ED arrests former Bengal Minister Sujit Bose in alleged municipality recruitment scam

New Delhi | May 11, 2026 11:24:57 PM IST

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) on Monday arrested former West Bengal Minister Sujit Bose in connection with the alleged municipality recruitment scam linked to irregular appointments in the South Dum Dum Municipality, officials said. ... read..

Uttarakhand CM hails Operation Sindoor, says 'New India' gives befitting reply to hostile act by enemies

Dehradun (Uttarakhand) | May 11, 2026 11:24:50 PM IST

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Monday participated in a programme 'Shaurya, Samman aur Veerta' organised at the Doon Sainik Institute in Garhi Cantt, Dehradun, marking one year of Operation Sindoor. ... read..

Union Railways Minister Ashwini Vaisnaw virtually flags off Dohrighat-Aunrihar passenger train

New Delhi | May 11, 2026 11:24:45 PM IST

Union Minister for Railways, Information & Broadcasting, and Electronics & Information Technology, Ashwini Vaishnaw, on Monday virtually flagged off Dohrighat-Aunrihar Passenger Train via video conferencing. ... read..

Tamil Nadu: 4 Killed in car-lorry collision in Negamam

Coimbatore (Tamil Nadu) | May 11, 2026 11:24:41 PM IST

Four people were killed in a fatal road accident on Monday in Tamil Nadu's Negamam, police official said. ... read..

4 arrested in Nehru Place assault, molestation case involving two women, says Delhi police

New Delhi | May 11, 2026 11:24:37 PM IST

Delhi Police have detained four individuals and are currently questioning them in connection with an alleged case of assault, molestation and racial abuse involving two women from Assam and Bihar, in the Nehru Place area of the national capital. ... read..

Himachal: Building owner, contractor and mason arrested in Shimla construction site death case

Shimla (Himachal Pradesh) | May 11, 2026 11:24:33 PM IST

Shimla Police have arrested the building owner, contractor and a mason in connection with the death of a 14-year-old boy who succumbed to serious head injuries after a brick allegedly fell from the seventh floor of an under-construction building in the Sa ... read..

Sudhanshu Trivedi slams opposition over criticism of PM Modi's appeal to citizens, accuses them of spreading "anarchy"

New Delhi | May 11, 2026 11:24:32 PM IST

BJP leader Sudhanshu Trivedi has slammed opposition parties over their criticism of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's appeals to citizens to avoid unnecessary dependence on imported goods in daily lives in view of the supply disruptions caused by the West As ... read..

West Bengal Government removes Board appointees, scraps age-based extensions in departments

Kolkata (West bengal) | May 11, 2026 10:55:12 PM IST

The West Bengal government on Monday ordered the immediate termination of all nominated members, directors, and chairpersons in non-statutory bodies, boards, and public sector undertakings (PSUs) of the State Government. The directive also ended re-employ ... read..

Oppn calls PM Modi's 'seven' appeals "economic failure repackaged as moral advice"; BJP defends it as "right call" amid West Asia crisis

New Delhi | May 11, 2026 10:55:10 PM IST

A fierce political row has broken out following Prime Minister Narendra Modi's "seven appeals" to the nation, aimed at insulating the Indian economy from the escalating West Asia crisis. While the BJP hails the move as a masterstroke of "economic self-def ... read..

Tamil Nadu CM Vijay visited NTK Chief Coordinator Senthamizhan Seeman's residence in Chennai

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | May 11, 2026 10:24:44 PM IST

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay on Monday visited the residence of Naam Tamilar Katchi (NTK) Chief Coordinator Senthamizhan Seeman in Chennai and held an interaction with him. ... read..

ICMR-ICAR launches 'SEHAT' to boost agri-nutrition-health convergence,public health outcomes

New Delhi | May 11, 2026 10:24:39 PM IST

In a major step towards strengthening the link between agriculture, nutrition and public health, the Indian Council of Medical Research and the Indian Council of Agricultural Research jointly launched "SEHAT - Science Excellence for Health through Agricul ... read..

PM Modi holds roadshow in Vadodara with Gujarat CM Bhupendra Patel

Vadodara (Gujarat) | May 11, 2026 10:24:34 PM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi held a roadshow in Vadodara along with Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel and Deputy CM Harsh Sanghvi. ... read..

Punjab Governor approves reallocation of key portfolios in Bhagwant Mann cabinet

Chandigarh (Punjab) | May 11, 2026 10:24:32 PM IST

Punjab Governor Gulab Chand Kataria has approved the reallocation of key ministerial portfolios in the Cabinet led by Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann. ... read..

People's support behind NDA's third term in Assam: Sarbananda Sonowal ahead of swearing-in

Guwahati (Assam) | May 11, 2026 9:54:45 PM IST

Ahead of the swearing-in ceremony of the new Assam government, Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal on Monday said that the NDA is set to form its third consecutive government in the state, calling it a "great day for the people of Assam." ... read..

"Big Cat conservation linked to biodiversity, livelihoods, climate action": IBCA DG SP Yadav ahead of Summit

New Delhi | May 11, 2026 9:54:40 PM IST

Ahead of the first-ever International Big Cat Alliance (IBCA) Summit scheduled to be held in the national capital in June, IBCA Director General SP Yadav on Monday highlighted the wider significance of big cat conservation, stating that it is intrinsicall ... read..

Rahul Gandhi slams Centre over NEET paper leak, says 'future of 22 lakh children shattered'

New Delhi | May 11, 2026 9:54:38 PM IST

Congress leader and Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi launched a scathing attack on the Central government over the irregularities in the NEET-UG examination, claiming that the prestigious medical entrance test has been turned into an "auction" where the ... read..

Nitish Katara murder case: SC grants furlough to Vikas Yadav till May 22

New Delhi | May 11, 2026 9:54:36 PM IST

The Supreme Court on Monday allowed a plea of Vikas Yadav, who is serving a 25-year-long jail term in the 2002 Nitish Katara murder case, seeking to be released from the prison on furlough. ... read..

Over 1.26 crore domestic LPG cylinders delivered against bookings of around 1.14 crore in last 3 days: Govt

New Delhi | May 11, 2026 9:54:34 PM IST

Amid the evolving situation in West Asia, the Government of India continues its efforts to keep citizens informed through regular updates. In this regard, a media briefing was held on Monday at the National Media Centre, where officers from the Ministries ... read..

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