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The new Kerala government led by V. D. Satheesan announced women and child-friendly initiatives including three days of menstrual leave for schoolgirls, mandatory daycare facilities at workplaces, maternity benefits for unorganised workers and plans to make Kerala an “orphan-free” state

Debutant Nandni Sharma starred with three wickets, while Jemimah Rodrigues and Yastika Bhatia struck impressive half-centuries as India defeated England by 38 runs in the opening women’s T20I at Chelmsford to take a 1-0 lead in the three-match series.

Security forces fired tear gas to disperse protesters blocking NH-202 in Ukhrul district amid tensions over alleged hostage-taking by Naga groups. At least five women suffered minor injuries as shutdowns and protests intensified over abducted community members in Manipur’s hill districts

The RBI’s balance sheet expanded 20.6 per cent to Rs 91.97 lakh crore in FY26, driven by strong growth in domestic investments, gold holdings and foreign investments. The central bank also declared a record dividend of around Rs 2.87 lakh crore to the Centre

India will next face hosts Japan on May 31 as they look to continue their winning start to the tournament

A Hyderabad court sentenced five Nepali nationals to seven days in jail for harassing a woman near Nizam College PG Hostel on May 27. The Abid Road police arrested the accused, who were later convicted by the Nampally court on Friday.

This was amazing redemption for Nitin as the 18-year-old appeared to script a breakthrough performance in the men’s 10km race walk, defeating India’s 40-year-old national record holder and double Olympian Sandeep Kumar

The National Testing Agency told the Supreme Court its decision to cancel NEET-UG 2026 and order a re-test was aimed at protecting examination integrity and student trust. The agency highlighted enhanced security measures, CBI investigation and proposed transition to CBT mode from next year

Tesla has launched the Model Y Premium Rear-Wheel Drive in India at a starting price of Rs 50.89 lakh. The electric SUV offers upgraded interiors, 500 km range, advanced safety features and financing options, strengthening Tesla’s expansion plans in the Indian market

Global air passenger demand declined 3.4 per cent in April 2026 due to the ongoing Middle East conflict, IATA said. Middle Eastern carriers saw the sharpest fall in traffic, while rising jet fuel prices and weak demand forced airlines to cut planned services

The Delhi High Court declined immediate restoration of satirical group Cockroach Janta Party’s X account, directing an IT Rules review committee to reconsider the blocking before July 7. The court allowed virtual representation while examining whether the entire account or specific posts warranted action

The two-hour, three-minute victory, in which Collingnon claimed 43 of 49 first-serve points and never faced a break point, made the world No.62 the first Belgian to land a top-five win at a major

Political developments in Karnataka have delayed Telangana’s cabinet expansion, leaving aspirants for ministerial berths in suspense. With the Congress high command prioritising Karnataka, the Telangana leadership is expected to take up cabinet-related discussions only after the situation stabilises.

West Bengal’s crackdown on illegal immigrants has triggered large gatherings along the India-Bangladesh border, with intelligence agencies warning of possible ISI-backed radicalisation efforts. Officials say heightened border surveillance and monitoring are underway amid concerns over security, deportations, and regional tensions

Farmers in Laggama village of Kumram Bheem Asifabad district set their paddy produce on fire protesting delays in procurement and alleged quality deductions. Police and officials intervened, promising to expedite procurement and resolve transportation issues at the earliest.

Osmania University College of Engineering has signed an agreement with Pragya Cyber to establish a Cyber Security Centre of Excellence on campus. The initiative aims to bridge academia and industry, enhancing AI-driven cybersecurity training, research and workforce readiness.

Researchers at IIT Madras have developed an injectable hydrogel that delivers antifibrotic drugs in a sustained manner, potentially replacing prolonged treatments with a single dose. The innovation, derived from silk and seaweed biomaterials, could significantly reduce treatment costs for chronic fibrosis.

Rajasthan Royals batting sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi reflected on his IPL journey, recalling his debut century and early success. The youngster stressed that team victories matter more than personal milestones and said he aims to maintain momentum heading into the playoffs.

The Supreme Court directed high courts to pronounce judgments within three months of reserving orders, stressing that delays harm litigants. It mandated speedy decisions in bail matters, timely uploading of verdicts, and prompt communication to jail authorities for immediate release orders

India’s data centre capacity is projected to exceed 3 GW by 2028, driven by hyperscalers, AI workloads, and strong digital growth, according to CBRE. India’s low development bottlenecks and rising investments have positioned it among APAC’s top-tier data centre markets

The IMD has forecast a below-normal Southwest Monsoon for 2026, with Telangana likely to receive deficient rainfall and a sluggish onset in June. The report also warns of continued heatwave conditions in isolated pockets despite the official monsoon season beginning.

Vice Admiral Ajay Kochhar assumed charge as the 48th Vice Chief of the Indian Navy after leading operational readiness during Operation Sindoor. Formerly ANC Commander-in-Chief, he brings 37 years of frontline, strategic, and tri-services experience, succeeding Vice Admiral Sanjay Vatsayan

A modest juice stall near Public Gardens in Nampally, serving health drinks since 1987, has gone viral after an Instagram reel. The stall, run without advertising or branding, now attracts new visitors for its traditional wellness drinks priced at Rs 30.

Hyderabad Police have arrested six persons, including a Congress leader and his son, for allegedly conspiring to murder senior advocate Khaja Moizuddin by staging it as a road accident. Investigators suspect the killing is linked to a land dispute case.