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India strongly rejected allegations of shrinking media freedom and minority rights violations during Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s Netherlands visit. MEA Secretary Sibi George described India as a vibrant democracy where all religions and minorities flourish peacefully under democratic principles and constitutional protections

Shehzad Poonawalla of the BJP alleged that the Congress party chose V. D. Satheesan as Kerala CM candidate under IUML pressure, sparking political controversy. He also criticised Congress and TMC leaders for remarks on judiciary and accused them of polarising rhetoric

Rajinikanth denied jealousy toward Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Joseph Vijay and clarified his meeting with M. K. Stalin was personal. He praised Vijay’s political rise, urged public patience, and reiterated he avoided politics due to health reasons

Diya Kumari travelled by train from Jaipur to Ajmer supporting Narendra Modi’s fuel conservation appeal. The BJP’s ‘Mera Bharat, Mera Yogdan’ campaign promotes public transport, energy savings, sustainable living, and reduced fuel consumption amid the global energy crisis

Himanta Biswa Sarma shared a nostalgic throwback photo with friends, comparing it to the iconic Dil Chahta Hai moment. His social media post encouraged youngsters to travel, create memories, and cherish friendships, sparking reactions and discussions among netizens online

A Delhi court remanded NEET-UG 2026 paper leak accused Manisha Gurunath Mandhare to 14-day CBI custody. Investigators allege the NTA-appointed Botany expert leaked Biology questions through coaching sessions in Pune, while nationwide probes continue into the examination scam involving multiple accused and middlemen

Following a Madhya Pradesh High Court ruling, Hindu devotees began daily worship at Dhar’s Bhojshala complex after ASI lifted restrictions. The court recognised the site as an 11th-century Saraswati temple and Sanskrit learning centre, ending the previous arrangement allowing limited Hindu and Muslim prayers.

India and the Netherlands have unveiled a strategic roadmap to expand cooperation in semiconductors, AI, quantum technologies, cybersecurity and higher education. The partnership aims to build resilient supply chains, boost research collaboration, and strengthen academic and industry linkages across both nations.

President Droupadi Murmu promulgated an ordinance increasing Supreme Court judges from 33 to 37, excluding the Chief Justice of India. The move aims to tackle rising case pendency, improve judicial efficiency, and strengthen India’s judicial infrastructure for faster delivery of justice nationwide

State-owned UCIL will establish a recovery plant in Jharkhand to extract uranium from Hindustan Copper tailings, boosting India’s domestic uranium supply for nuclear energy and defence. The partnership also aims to convert mining waste into a strategic resource with environmental and economic benefits

As India struggles with rising oil import costs, Monaco-based FOWE Eco Solutions claims its Cavitech fuel emulsion technology can cut fuel use, lower emissions, and improve industrial efficiency using water-based fuel emulsions without engine modifications, offering potential economic and environmental benefits for energy-intensive sectors

A fire broke out in an AC coach of the Rajdhani Express near Kota in Rajasthan early Sunday morning. Railway officials safely evacuated all 68 passengers within minutes, detached the affected coach and launched an investigation into the cause of the incident.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Dutch Prime Minister Rob Jetten discussed the Strait of Hormuz closure and the West Asia conflict during talks in The Hague. India and the Netherlands elevated bilateral ties to a Strategic Partnership and signed multiple agreements across sectors.

Controversy over arrest of Bandi Sai Bageerath contineud with Cyberabad police claiming he was arrested at Manchirevula in Narsingi, while his advocate claimed he was handed over to police

Several persons were injured and vehicles damaged after clashes and stone pelting erupted in Gudimalkapur over suspected cattle transportation. Police resorted to lathi charge, while AIMIM MLA Majid Hussain Meraj demanded action against the attackers.

Velavan Senthilkumar and Joshna Chinappa dominated the 3rd National Doubles Squash Championships in Chennai, winning the mixed doubles crown together after securing men’s and women’s doubles titles with their partners

Kolkata Knight Riders defeated Gujarat Titans by 29 runs in IPL 2026 at Eden Gardens. Finn Allen’s 93 and Angkrish Raghuvanshi’s unbeaten 82 powered KKR to 247/2, while Shubman Gill’s 85 wasn’t enough as GT finished at 218/4

A Nashik court has refused bail to Ashwini Chainani, TCS site head and POSH committee member, along with four co-accused in the alleged sexual harassment and conversion case. The SIT is probing nine harassment cases at the Nashik unit, with victims also alleging coercion into adopting Islamic practices.

The Telangana government’s proposed relocation of Chenchus from Amrabad Tiger Reserve raises serious constitutional and humanitarian concerns — Adivasis are forest custodians, not intruders

The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has announced that beginning July 1, 2026, Class 9 students must study three languages, including at least two native Indian languages, in line with the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 and the National Curriculum Framework for School Education (NCF-SE) 2023.

Telangana women rowers excelled at the ASMITA Women’s League Rowing Championship in Gorakhpur, winning medals across categories. The team clinched the Sub-Junior Overall Championship Trophy, earning recognition as the “Hyderabad Queens” and bringing pride to the state with their stellar performance

Acting on the recent ruling of the Indore bench of the Madhya Pradesh High Court, the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) issued a fresh order on May 16, granting unrestricted access to the Hindu community for worship and learning activities at the site.

In a landmark cultural restitution, the Netherlands has returned the 11th-century Chola dynasty copper plates, known as the Leiden Plates, to India. The artefacts, comprising 21 large and 3 small plates inscribed in Tamil and Sanskrit, record grants made by Rajendra Chola I formalising his father Rajaraja Chola I’s oral commitments.

Delhi’s Vihaan Jain clinched his first Category ‘A’ title at the IGU Andhra Pradesh Junior Boys Golf Championship in Visakhapatnam with a three-shot victory. Chaitanya Pandey dominated Category ‘B’, securing a 10-shot win, as Karnataka and Telangana golfers also impressed