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Gautam Adani met Bihar Chief Minister Samrat Chaudhary to discuss investment plans and reaffirmed the Adani Group’s commitment to Bihar’s development through infrastructure, energy and social service initiatives. He also announced major eye care and healthcare training projects in the state

The rapidly shrinking Parsi population presents a serious demographic and socio-economic challenge, requiring urgent and collective attention from government, policymakers, community institutions and civil society

Unlike many celebrities entering politics, Vijay does not appear psychologically trapped within the bubble of celebrity worship, a trait that could become his biggest political strength

Royal Challengers Bengaluru sealed their IPL playoffs berth with a 23-run victory over Punjab Kings in Dharamsala. Venkatesh Iyer’s unbeaten 73 and Kohli’s fluent 58 powered RCB to 222, while disciplined bowling thwarted PBKS despite Shashank Singh’s valiant 56

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu said Amaravati Quantum Valley is advancing efforts to build a world-class quantum ecosystem, with SRM University-AP and partner institutions set to establish a quantum-secure communications test bed for research, cybersecurity and advanced technology development

The Railway Protection Force of Central Railway rescued and reunited 584 vulnerable children and adults with their families and saved 25 passengers from fatal accidents between January and April 2026 through various humanitarian and passenger safety initiatives across railway stations and trains

Garden Reach Shipbuilders and Engineers Ltd will launch the first Next Generation Offshore Patrol Vessel for the Indian Navy on May 20. The warship, with high indigenous content, is designed for surveillance, anti-piracy, disaster relief, special operations and maritime security missions

Parents and educationists have raised concerns over CBSE’s sudden implementation of the three-language policy for Class 9 from July 1, citing academic disruption, limited preparedness, teacher shortages, reduced language choice, and increased stress on students midway through the school session

A man in Chhattisgarh’s Surguja district was arrested for allegedly murdering his pregnant wife with extreme brutality after a violent assault. Police said the accused attempted to disguise the crime as a road accident before fleeing following her death at hospital

Authorities conducted major anti-encroachment drives at Howrah and Sealdah railway stations in Kolkata, removing hundreds of hawkers and illegal stalls. Bulldozers cleared structures near station premises as officials said the operation aimed to improve passenger movement and reduce congestion in busy railway terminals

Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw flagged off a new Bengaluru-Mumbai train service and announced a future Vande Bharat sleeper route. He highlighted major railway infrastructure expansion in Karnataka, including station redevelopment, suburban rail progress, electrification, and proposed bullet train corridors

Kerala Chief Minister-designate V D Satheesan announced his Cabinet ahead of the swearing-in ceremony, naming senior Congress leaders including Ramesh Chennithala and K Muraleedharan. The UDF also finalised the Speaker and Deputy Speaker posts after alliance discussions on social and regional balance

An Indian worker was killed and three others injured in a drone attack in Russia’s Moscow region amid escalating Russia-Ukraine hostilities. The Indian Embassy confirmed the incident, extended condolences, and said officials are coordinating assistance with local authorities and company management

Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge, Rahul Gandhi and Priyanka Gandhi Vadra will attend Kerala chief minister-designate V D Satheesan’s swearing-in ceremony in Thiruvananthapuram on Monday. Chief ministers of Congress-ruled states are also expected to attend the event at Central Stadium

West Bengal minister Ashok Kirtania said the state government would hand over land to the BSF within 45 days for border fencing along Bangladesh. He said land acquisition was progressing well, though resistance continued in parts of Basirhat in North 24 Parganas district

The Anand Marriage Act will come into force in Sikkim from June 1, enabling Sikh couples to officially register marriages conducted through Anand Karaj ceremonies. The move follows Supreme Court intervention and new state rules framed to implement the century-old legislation

A protest against the demolition drive in Kolkata’s Tiljala area turned violent after demonstrators allegedly hurled stones at police personnel in Park Circus. Three policemen were injured and several vehicles damaged, while police intensified security and launched arrests following the clashes

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Dutch PM Rob Jetten visited the Afsluitdijk Dam to strengthen India-Netherlands cooperation in water management and climate resilience. The two nations discussed technical collaboration on Gujarat’s Kalpasar project and sustainable infrastructure development

Kamal Haasan said he shares a friendly competitive relationship with Rajinikanth, rejecting claims of jealousy between them. He also met Tamil Nadu CM Vijay, submitting proposals to support the film industry, including OTT reforms, anti-piracy measures, and production incentives

The IUML, a key Congress ally in Kerala, announced five ministers for the new cabinet headed by V D Satheesan. Party leaders said the selections were made after internal consultations and aligned with the coalition’s agreed power-sharing arrangement

Congress leaders have been flagging concerns over the project, claiming it would have a bearing on the ecology and tribal rights in the region.

The case is being probed by the National Investigation Agency (NIA).

A geopolitical analysis highlights India’s balancing act in West Asia, urging it to maintain ties with UAE, Israel, and Iran simultaneously. It notes PM Modi’s UAE visit as part of India’s broader strategy to deepen strategic, economic, and connectivity partnerships across the region

Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Sweden for a two-day visit after the Netherlands leg of his Europe tour. Talks with PM Ulf Kristersson will focus on trade, technology, defence, and green transition, aiming to strengthen India-Sweden cooperation