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Police have arrested two persons, including an accused and a buyer, in connection with the PMJ jewellery showroom theft case in West Bengal. Gold ornaments were recovered as special teams intensified interstate searches across Bihar, Maharashtra and other states.

Union Minister Piyush Goyal distributed maternal nutrition kits in Mumbai on Mother’s Day, stressing maternal and child health. He said the initiative supports lower-income families, promotes women’s empowerment, and strengthens India’s future through healthier mothers, newborns and improved welfare measures

Prime Minister Narendra Modi accused the Congress of poor governance, internal power struggles and betraying allies, calling it a “parasite party.” Addressing BJP workers in Bengaluru, he highlighted NDA’s electoral gains across states and projected BJP as a symbol of stability and development

Bhattacharya added that the Bharatiya Janata Party’s rise in the state was the result of decades of struggle and sacrifice by party workers.

Himanta Biswa Sarma met Assam Governor to stake claim for NDA government formation after being elected BJP Legislature Party leader. He is set for a second consecutive term as Chief Minister, with swearing-in scheduled on May 12 in Guwahati

Six people were arrested after an SSC General Duty exam scam was exposed at an online centre, where answers were allegedly auto-filled through remote access. Police seized devices and launched a probe to uncover a wider examination malpractice network

New Delhi hosted 73rd Fit India Sundays on Cycle at Major Dhyan Chand National Stadium, featuring Army, Navy and Air Force participation with citizens, promoting fitness, unity and patriotism through cycling, yoga, Zumba and activities, drawing over 800 enthusiastic participants.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi urged citizens to remain united and patient amid the ongoing West Asia crisis, saying global tensions were affecting India as well. Addressing BJP workers in Bengaluru, he also attacked the Congress and stressed the importance of collective effort and national interest

Prohibitory orders were imposed in Kadapa after clashes and stone pelting erupted over the naming of Almas Pet junction. The dispute between groups supporting Tipu Sultan and Lord Hanuman led to Section 144, with police detaining suspects and restoring order

India achieved a major milestone in hypersonic missile technology after DRDO successfully conducted a 1,200-second long-duration test of its actively cooled full-scale scramjet combustor in Hyderabad, strengthening the nation’s Hypersonic Cruise Missile Development Programme and advanced aerospace capabilities.

Himanta Biswa Sarma was unanimously elected leader of the BJP-led NDA in Assam, clearing the way for a second consecutive term as Chief Minister. Backed by BJP allies AGP and BPF, the NDA secured a commanding two-thirds majority in Assembly elections

Pidilite Industries said it may consider another round of price hikes as geopolitical tensions in West Asia have sharply increased raw material costs. The company said inflation remains manageable for now, but a prolonged crisis could impact consumer demand and overall growth

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay announced 200 units of free electricity and the SingaPen Special Task Force after assuming office. Backed by alliance partners, the new TVK government marked a historic political shift, ending decades of Dravidian party dominance in the state

AIADMK convened a key district secretaries’ meeting amid unrest after its poor Assembly election performance. Reports suggest several MLAs may back Vijay-led TVK, intensifying fears of rebellion against EPS leadership and possible political realignment under anti-defection provisions in Tamil Nadu

Morgan Stanley said India’s nuclear sector has major growth potential despite contributing only 3 per cent of power generation. Backed by the Nuclear Energy Mission, SMR investments and global partnerships, India targets 100 GW nuclear capacity by 2047 to strengthen clean energy goals

Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar visited Tirumala Temple with his family after overseeing peaceful 2026 Assembly elections in West Bengal, Assam, Kerala, Tamil Nadu and Puducherry. The polls witnessed major political shifts, including BJP’s Bengal victory and Vijay’s rise in Tamil Nadu

TVK president and actor C. Joseph Vijay was sworn in as Tamil Nadu Chief Minister, ending decades of DMK-AIADMK dominance. Backed by alliance partners securing 120 MLAs, Vijay now faces a crucial Assembly confidence vote before May 13 amid heightened political attention

Wrestler Vinesh Phogat vowed to fight back after WFI barred her from domestic competitions until June 26 over alleged indiscipline and anti-doping violations. The move delays her wrestling comeback, adding another controversy to Indian wrestling’s turbulent phase after the Paris Olympics setback

Shanghai: India’s women’s recurve team of Deepika Kumari, Ankita Bhakat and Kumkum Mohod defeated China in a dramatic shoot-off to win Archery World Cup Stage 2 gold. The trio had earlier stunned South Korea, securing India’s first women’s team World Cup gold since 2021

TVK chief C Joseph Vijay will be sworn in as Tamil Nadu Chief Minister with nine ministers. His government must elect a Speaker and win a trust vote by May 13. With a slim majority, every MLA’s presence tested

Chennai witnessed elaborate security and event arrangements ahead of TVK chief Vijay’s swearing-in as Tamil Nadu Chief Minister. Political leaders, film personalities and industrialists attended the high-profile ceremony, while TVK secured majority support with backing from alliance and supporting parties

Leaders of the BJP-led NDA will meet Assam Governor Lakshman Prasad Acharya on Sunday to take forward the process of government formation after the alliance secured a decisive victory in the Assembly elections. The oath-taking ceremony is scheduled for May 12

Punjab Industries Minister Sanjeev Arora has been sent to seven-day ED custody in a money laundering case linked to alleged fake GST purchases and exports. The Enforcement Directorate arrested him following raids conducted in Chandigarh and Gurugram on Saturday

Karnataka Planning and Statistics Minister D Sudhakar died in Bengaluru early Sunday after a prolonged illness. The senior Congress leader and Hiriyur MLA had been undergoing treatment for a lung infection for the past two months at a private hospital