India

West Bengal Education Minister Bratya Basu alleged that the BJP, if voted to power in the state, would set up detention camps to deport Bengali-speaking citizens whose names were deleted from the electoral roll during the Special Intensive Revision exercise.

A roadside vendor in Jhargram, West Bengal, served jhalmuri to Prime Minister Narendra Modi during an unscheduled stop, sparking viral memes falsely claiming he was an SPG officer in disguise. Despite the misinformation, eyewitnesses confirmed the visit was genuine, spontaneous, and deeply human.

The Election Commission has issued a show cause notice to Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge for prima facie violating the Model Code of Conduct after calling Prime Minister Narendra Modi a "terrorist" during a press conference in Chennai. The EC clarified that Kharge must respond within 24 hours or face action.

Odisha’s Jharsuguda recorded the country’s highest temperature at 44.6°C, according to the IMD. Twenty-five other towns crossed the 40°C mark, with several districts including Sambalpur, Angul, and Titlagarh experiencing severe heat. Bhubaneswar touched 41.2°C for the first time this summer.

Actor Allu Arjun is set to move into a luxurious Rs 100 crore house in Hyderabad’s Jubilee Hills. He is also preparing for upcoming films, including “Raaka” with Atlee, while continuing his role in the popular Pushpa franchise

A petition has been filed in the Punjab and Haryana High Court challenging the constitutional validity of Punjab’s newly notified anti-sacrilege law, which prescribes stringent punishments including life imprisonment for acts of sacrilege against the Guru Granth Sahib.

The Goa Police have issued a Look Out Circular against right-wing speaker Gautam Khattar after his alleged derogatory remarks against St Francis Xavier triggered widespread protests. His brother, Madhav Khattar, was arrested in Haridwar for preparing and circulating the speech.

India has strongly denied reports that its vessels paid cash or cryptocurrency to Iran for safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz. The clarification follows an April 18 incident where two Indian ships, including the Sanmar Herald, came under fire from Iranian forces and were forced to turn back.

The Election Commission said seizures in Tamil Nadu and West Bengal have crossed Rs 1,000 crore since February 2026, highlighting intensified enforcement efforts to curb electoral malpractices and ensure free and fair elections in the two poll-bound states

The government will implement new online gaming rules from May 1 under the PROG Act, 2025, aiming to regulate money-based games, protect users, and promote the sector, with a new authority set to oversee classification, compliance, and enforcement

Former united Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Nadendla Bhaskara Rao passed away in Hyderabad at the age of 90 after a prolonged illness. A veteran politician, he played a key role in state politics and co-founded the Telugu Desam Party

A report by OmniScience Capital projects the Nifty 50 to reach 28,000–31,000 by March 2027, driven by earnings growth, stable macro conditions, and sectoral strength in banks and power, while cautioning on IT stocks due to global uncertainties

West Bengal begins the first phase of its Assembly elections with around 3.6 crore voters across 152 constituencies. Heavy security deployment, electoral roll revisions and close contests between Trinamool Congress and BJP mark the high-stakes polls

Kannada actress Ranya Rao is set to be released after completing one year under COFEPOSA detention in a gold smuggling case. Despite earlier bail, her release was delayed. The case, involving multiple agencies, remains under investigation

A man in Karnataka’s Belagavi district allegedly set his wife on fire after objecting to her wearing a nightdress. The woman sustained severe burns and was shifted for treatment, while the accused has been arrested and an investigation is underway

Shutdowns called by various ethnic groups disrupted normal life across 12 districts of Manipur. Schools, markets and transport services were affected as protests over recent killings and incidents continued in both valley and hill regions

The Bombay High Court has discharged four accused in the 2006 Malegaon blast case, quashing all charges against them. The decision leaves unresolved questions about those responsible for the blasts that killed 31 people and injured over 300

Security has been intensified across Kashmir on the anniversary of the Pahalgam terror attack. Authorities have deployed forces and introduced new safety measures as tourists gradually return to the region, signalling recovery in tourism after last year’s incident

On the anniversary of the Pahalgam terror attack, Prime Minister Narendra Modi paid tribute to the victims and reiterated that India will never bow to terrorism, asserting that the country remains united in grief and firm in its resolve

A report highlights rising demand for digitally skilled workers in India’s green sector, driven by AI and sustainability. While millions of jobs are expected, a growing talent gap and shortage of specialised professionals remain key challenges for the industry

The NHRC has issued notices to the Education Ministry, CBSE and states over allegations that private schools are prescribing costly textbooks. It has sought reports and directed audits, citing possible violations of RTE Act provisions and education policies

Amazon revealed it blocked fake reviews and seized millions of counterfeit products in 2025. Using AI and legal action, the company is intensifying efforts against online fraud and expanding its Counterfeit Crimes Unit to India.

Riteish and Genelia Deshmukh have been appointed brand ambassadors of MSRTC for five years. The actor couple will promote road safety and awareness campaigns. Their appointment was formalised at Mantralaya in the presence of top Maharashtra government officials.

Tesla has launched the six-seater Model Y L electric SUV in India with a claimed range of 681 km. Bookings are open, deliveries begin in June 2026, and the vehicle offers premium comfort, advanced features and improved ride quality