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The Delhi High Court sought a response from Himayani Puri on an activist’s plea challenging a gag order over social media posts linking her to Jeffrey Epstein. The court will hear both sides together, as she alleges a malicious defamation campaign
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India confirmed 22 seafarers aboard two foreign-flagged ships targeted in the Strait of Hormuz are safe. Authorities are coordinating evacuations, monitoring the situation, and assisting nationals as tensions persist, while maritime operations and port activities in India remain unaffected
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The Election Commission suspended all polling staff at a booth in West Bengal’s Paschim Medinipur after they allegedly left it unattended during voting hours. A reserve team was deployed, and an inquiry ordered while polling continued in the constituency
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The Enforcement Directorate told the Supreme Court that West Bengal authorities obstructed its probe into a ₹2,700-crore coal scam, alleging CM Mamata Banerjee’s involvement. It sought a CBI inquiry, while the court questioned the maintainability of the plea under Article 32
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A report shows women made up nearly one in three hires in CY2025, with strong presence in entry-level and BFSI GCC roles. However, leadership hiring declined, and significant gender gaps persist in advanced tech and core engineering fields across India
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Union Home Minister Amit Shah, campaigning in West Bengal, asserted BJP would form the government with a full majority and claimed it would eliminate infiltration. He also accused CM Mamata Banerjee of dynastic politics and urged voters to support BJP in upcoming phases
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi said high voter turnout in the first phase of West Bengal Assembly polls reflects a desire for change, led by women and youth. He criticised the Trinamool Congress and promised action against illegal infiltration if BJP comes to power
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Five members of a family died in Tirupati district after a man allegedly killed his wife and mother and later died by suicide on a railway track. His two children were also killed while trying to save him
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Delhi Police have arrested a man accused of raping and murdering a 22-year-old woman, daughter of an IRS officer, in Amar Colony. Investigators used digital evidence, CCTV footage, and technical inputs to track and arrest the accused from Dwarka
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West Bengal and Tamil Nadu recorded unusually high voter turnout, reaching 89.93% and 82.24% respectively by 5 PM, according to the Election Commission. Both states surpassed 2021 figures amid strong voter participation, with polling seen as largely unaffected by controversies
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West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee expressed confidence that TMC is poised to win after high voter turnout in the first phase of assembly polls. She also claimed opposition unity to challenge the BJP nationally, focusing on ending its rule in Delhi
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A voter in Chennai’s Mylapore constituency alleged her name was wrongly deleted from the electoral rolls despite completing verification steps, preventing her from voting. She accused officials of poor grievance handling and questioned the Election Commission’s process during roll revision
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India confirmed 14 ships have safely exited the Strait of Hormuz while 14 remain in the Persian Gulf amid rising tensions. Iran has attacked multiple vessels, including India-bound ships, prompting diplomatic protests from New Delhi over maritime safety and regional instability
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Tamil Nadu recorded around 70% voter turnout till 3 p.m. during Assembly elections, though polling was marred by an incident where a police constable was stabbed inside a booth in Mayiladuthurai. Despite this, voting remained largely peaceful across the state
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A man and a woman in a live-in relationship were found dead under suspicious circumstances in Greater Noida. Police have sent the bodies for post-mortem and are investigating all possible angles in the case
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The Supreme Court strongly criticised Chhattisgarh police for failing to produce a respondent despite clear orders, calling it deliberate non-compliance. It summoned the Korba SP to appear in person with an explanation and directed strict compliance in a rape case appeal hearing
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US Trade Representative Jamieson Greer described India as a tough negotiator as both sides concluded trade talks in Washington. Discussions covered tariffs and market access, with India seeking favourable terms under a revised framework following a US Supreme Court ruling
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NCB has issued an advisory for Indian travellers to Maldives, warning against carrying unknown packages due to stricter anti-drug laws there. The agency cautioned that violations can lead to severe penalties, including life imprisonment or death under Maldivian law
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A major road accident in Mirzapur, Uttar Pradesh, killed 11 people when a truck collided with multiple vehicles, causing an SUV fire. PM Modi and other leaders expressed grief, announced compensation for victims, and wished speedy recovery for the injured
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India has extended its ban on Pakistan-operated aircraft from using Indian airspace until May 24, continuing a restriction in place for over a year since the 2025 Pahalgam terror attack. The move forces rerouting of flights and prolongs bilateral aviation restrictions
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Vijay Sethupathi and several Tamil film celebrities cast their votes in the Tamil Nadu Assembly elections. Prominent actors and directors participated across Chennai, joining voters in the democratic process as polling continues in the 234-member Assembly election
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Traffic in the Strait of Hormuz has stalled after Iran seized vessels, disrupting a key global energy route. Rising geopolitical tensions pushed oil prices above $103 per barrel, while India faces supply concerns but maintains normal fuel operations and diversifies imports
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Indian stock markets fell for a second straight session as escalating West Asia tensions and Strait of Hormuz disruptions triggered risk-off sentiment. Sensex and Nifty dropped around 1%, with broad-based selling across sectors, while rising crude and rupee weakness added pressure
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The Calcutta High Court strongly criticised the Election Commission’s restrictions on bike movement before Bengal polls, calling them excessive and potentially abusive of power. The court questioned the justification and asked for evidence, while EC will file an affidavit explaining its decision
