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Andhra Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Pawan Kalyan said the rapid rise of some political forces leaves him with a “sense of envy” as he reflected on his long political struggle. He also announced organisational appointments and stressed discipline and unity within Janasena

Gurmeet Ram Rahim Singh was granted 30-day parole from Sunaria Jail while serving sentences in rape cases. The Dera chief, released under tight security, will stay at the Sirsa headquarters and is allowed only virtual interaction with followers during parole

The Centre informed the Delhi High Court that no forceful possession of Delhi Gymkhana Club land will take place on June 5. The court issued summons on lawsuits filed by club members and staff challenging the government’s order to hand over the premises

Indian intelligence agencies have warned of a possible revival attempt by terror outfits Al-Badr and Hizbul Mujahideen in Jammu and Kashmir despite setbacks following Hamza Burhan’s killing. Officials say the groups are coordinating recruitment, propaganda and local mobilisation efforts with alleged backing from Pakistan’s ISI

The NIA arrested 15 people in connection with road blockades and the alleged detention of judicial officers during the Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls in West Bengal. The incidents in Malda district had triggered political controversy ahead of the Assembly elections

Senior TMC MP Kakoli Ghosh Dastidar and six party MLAs attended an administrative review meeting chaired by West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari in Kalyani, triggering political speculation amid signs of internal dissatisfaction within the Trinamool Congress after the Assembly poll defeat

Rescue teams in Kedarnath Temple airlifted two ailing pilgrims for advanced treatment amid the ongoing Char Dham Yatra rush. Meanwhile, Badrinath Temple recorded over 5.56 lakh devotees within a month, surpassing previous pilgrimage records

Internal conflict within AMMA has intensified as actors demanded transparency over finances and leadership functioning. Public criticism from Mallika Sukumaran and Mala Parvathy has increased pressure on senior Malayalam cinema figures to intervene and restore stability

The Supreme Court of India stayed a Delhi High Court order that barred law colleges from stopping students with low attendance from appearing in exams. The apex court observed that national law universities were suffering due to poor attendance and sought responses in related pleas

The Indian Army’s canine units showcased specialised battlefield skills during multinational Exercise PRAGATI 2026 in Meghalaya. Dogs trained in explosive detection, tracking and assault operations participated alongside troops from 12 countries, highlighting operational versatility, indigenous breeds and integration with emerging military technologies like robotic dogs

Ranveer Singh visited the Chamundeshwari Temple and offered prayers following the controversial Kantara mimicry case. The visit complied with a Karnataka High Court direction after allegations that his imitation of a revered daiva character hurt religious sentiments

Peace processes that involve only armed groups while sidelining civil society cannot resolve conflicts driven by identity, land disputes and political exclusion

An IIT Madras and IIT Kanpur team is investigating recent CBSE portal glitches involving payment and answer sheet uploads. IIT Madras Director V Kamakoti said the focus is on identifying technical or system failures while highlighting transparency improvements in the evaluation process.

The Supreme Court Bar Association condemned the killing of senior advocate Khaja Moizuddin in Hyderabad and sought a swift investigation. The lawyer was allegedly run over by an SUV near Masab Tank, with police registering a murder case and probing the incident.

West Bengal’s Murshidabad district has operationalised a new holding centre for illegal foreign nationals, housing three suspected Bangladeshi infiltrators arrested in Lalgola. The move follows similar action in Malda, as the state strengthens infrastructure for detention and deportation-related procedures under enhanced security

Suvendu Adhikari announced that forms for the Annapurna Yojana, offering Rs 3,000 monthly aid to women, would be issued from May 27. He also spoke about restrictions on liquor shops near educational and religious institutions and plans for subsidised meal canteens and a separate AYUSH department

The Congress claimed the Centre’s finances are weaker than projected after the Reserve Bank of India announced a record Rs 2.87 lakh crore dividend to the government. Congress leader Jairam Ramesh alleged the payout was boosted through adjustments to the contingency risk buffer

The Delhi High Court granted interim bail to Sheikh Abdul Rashid from June 25 to 30 to attend his father’s post-death rituals in Srinagar. The Baramulla MP, jailed in a terror-funding case, must surrender on June 2 after his current bail period ends

Droupadi Murmu arrived in Sikkim for a three-day visit featuring a trip to Nathu La along the India-China border, participation in Sikkim University’s convocation, and presentation of the President’s Police Colour to the Sikkim Police amid tight security arrangements

India’s Department of Telecommunications introduced major PM-WANI reforms, including QR-based login for laptops, short-duration Wi-Fi plans, and standardised hotspot names. The measures aim to improve affordable public internet access, strengthen digital infrastructure, and enhance user convenience nationwide by July 2026

Keralam Chief Minister V D Satheesan met Prime Minister Narendra Modi in New Delhi for the first time after assuming office. Satheesan discussed key developmental issues concerning the state and sought the Centre’s support, while presenting Modi with a Kathakali dancer statuette as a cultural gift

The Supreme Court refused to hear a plea challenging Karnataka’s decision to grant cabinet rank to 42 legislators heading boards and corporations, directing the petitioner to seek review in the high court. The plea alleged constitutional violations, office-of-profit concerns, and misuse of public resources

The Supreme Court sought the Centre’s response on a plea challenging the Wetlands Rules, 2017, over the allegedly vague definition of “wetland”. Petitioners argued the rules weakened environmental safeguards by excluding several ecologically sensitive water bodies from legal protection under constitutional and environmental principles

The Union Home Ministry told Karnataka that existing laws like the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita are sufficient to tackle hate speech and hate crimes, questioning the need for a separate state law. The controversial Bill faces opposition over concerns about free speech and potential political misuse