Kerala Chief Minister V D Satheesan addressed the controversy surrounding the full rendition of Vande Mataram during the UDF government's swearing-in ceremony, stating that neither he nor his colleagues were informed beforehand. The issue has sparked political debate, with the CPI(M) criticising the move and the BJP accusing the Communists of insulting the national song.
A court in Uttar Pradesh sentenced Samajwadi Party leader Azam Khan to two years in jail for making objectionable remarks against government officials during the 2019 Lok Sabha poll campaign.
Over 1,500 police personnel have been deployed around the Bhojshala in Dhar, Madhya Pradesh, ahead of the first Friday since the high court declared it a Vagdevi temple.
The Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) has inducted eight new truck-mounted Mechanical Road Sweeping (MRS) machines into its sanitation fleet to strengthen mechanised cleaning and curb dust pollution in the national capital.
Pimpri Chinchwad police have arrested three individuals with alleged links to the Lawrence Bishnoi gang from Uttarakhand for firing at a furniture shop owner in Pune after he refused to pay extortion money.
Giribala Singh, the mother-in-law of deceased Twisha Sharma, has applied to a magistrate requesting the reopening of a seized DVR in the presence of independent witnesses, citing discrepancies in the recorded footage and alleging manipulation of evidence.
Following the swearing-in of C Joseph Vijay as Tamil Nadu's chief minister, the new cabinet has pledged a 'white paper' audit of all state departments and a 'zero-interference' policy in administration, signalling a significant shift in governance.
A headmaster in Jharkhand has been suspended and two assistant teachers face departmental proceedings after a video surfaced showing them dancing with students to a 'vulgar' song during a farewell function.
A special court in Pune has allowed the prosecution to conduct a test identification parade of the accused in the sexual assault and murder case of a four-year-old girl in Nasrapur village. The court also ordered a medical examination to assess the accused's mental fitness. Charges are likely to be framed on May 28.
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An anti-encroachment drive in Mumbai's Bandra area turned violent after authorities demolished an alleged illegal religious structure, leading to stone-pelting by residents and a police lathi-charge.
Hundreds of Hindu devotees gathered at the Bhojshala complex in Dhar, Madhya Pradesh, for a 'maha aarti' following a high court ruling declaring the site a temple. Members of the Muslim community protested peacefully by offering namaz at home wearing black bands.
Mumbai police have arrested sixteen people and are seeking over 150 more in connection with stone pelting incidents that occurred during a demolition drive near Bandra station. The demolition aimed to clear encroached land for railway infrastructure upgrades.
Former judge Giribala Singh, booked in connection with her daughter-in-law's death allegedly due to dowry harassment, claims Bhopal Police have not contacted her for her statement. This comes after the Madhya Pradesh High Court issued a notice to Singh regarding her anticipatory bail and the police issued a final notice for her to record her statement.
Police have registered an FIR against 11 individuals following an alleged attempt to attack Karnataka Assembly Speaker U T Khader during a protest in the Dakshina Kannada district.
After racing to his fifty from just 23 balls, Vaibhav Sooryavanshi celebrated by making a 'A' sign with his hands.
Two US Navy EA-18G Growler jets collided mid-air during an air show at Mountain Home Air Force Base in Idaho, with all four crew members ejecting safely before the aircraft crashed.
The Madhya Pradesh government has proposed transferring the case of Twisha Sharma, who allegedly died due to dowry harassment, to the CBI. The family has also filed a plea in the High Court for a second post-mortem, citing flaws in the initial one.
A man was shot dead by unidentified assailants in Haryana's Jhajjar, with police suspecting an old enmity to be the reason behind the murder.
Members of the Muslim community in Madhya Pradesh's Dhar district said they would offer their first Friday namaz at home and wear black bands after the court setback in the Bhojshala case.
The Delhi High Court has initiated criminal contempt proceedings against several AAP leaders, including Arvind Kejriwal and Manish Sisodia, for their social media posts against a judge in relation to the excise policy case.
Mizoram Police have arrested two individuals for allegedly uploading obscene content on social media platforms. The arrests followed an investigation into YouTube accounts circulating sexually explicit material, leading to charges under the Information Technology Act and the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita.
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The TMC has dispatched fact-finding teams to investigate alleged post-poll violence against its workers in West Bengal, accusing BJP-backed individuals of carrying out attacks and intimidation.
Prateek Yadav, the younger son of Samajwadi Party founder Mulayam Singh Yadav and stepbrother of Akhilesh Yadav, has died in Lucknow at the age of 38 after suddenly falling ill. Despite his family's political prominence, Prateek remained outside active politics, while his wife, Aparna Bisht Yadav, is a member of the BJP.
All four men detained in connection with the alleged molestation and assault of two women outside a hotel in southeast Delhi's Nehru Place have now been formally arrested, police said on Tuesday.
India's Renuka Singh Thakur is working to rediscover her swing bowling after a challenging tour of South Africa. She is studying old videos and focusing on fitness and skills at a training camp in Bengaluru ahead of the Women's T20 World Cup.
Madhya Pradesh police are seeking the cancellation of anticipatory bail for ex-judge Giribala Singh in connection with her daughter-in-law's death, allegedly due to dowry harassment. The government has also initiated a probe into whether she can continue as chairperson of the consumer court.
The West Bengal government has directed all state-run and aided schools to mandatorily include the singing of Vande Mataram during morning assemblies with immediate effect.
Based on the woman's statement, a first information report (FIR) has been registered and an investigation has been launched into the matter.
The trailer for System, a compelling courtroom drama starring Sonakshi Sinha and Jyotika, directed by Ashwiny Iyer Tiwari, has been unveiled, promising an intense exploration of justice, privilege, and inequality in modern society.
If TVK MLAs and ministers are perceived as clean, or demonstrably cleaner than their predecessors, the credibility dividend will be enormous. The voter will feel rewarded, points out Ramesh Menon.
Ashwiny Iyer Tiwari's courtroom drama System falls short due to muddled narrative and uninspired execution, observes Sukanya Verma.
'The situation globally is quite challenging, but we have the confidence and courage of conviction that we will come out winners even in this challenging time.'
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi criticised Prime Minister Narendra Modi for gifting 'Melody' toffees to Italian Premier Giorgia Meloni, calling it a 'gimmick' while India faces an 'economic storm'. He accused Modi of prioritising public relations over addressing the struggles of farmers, labourers, and youth, a sentiment echoed by other Congress leaders.
A police constable in Lucknow has alleged corruption in the deployment of personnel, claiming IPS officers are running a 'corrupt feudal system'. An inquiry has been ordered into the allegations.
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay expanded his Cabinet, inducting 23 more legislators as ministers, including two from the Congress party, marking their return to governance in the state after nearly 60 years.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to Italy concluded with the elevation of India-Italy relations to a Special Strategic Partnership, focusing on enhanced cooperation across various sectors.
A vessel carrying 20,000 metric tonnes of Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) arrived at Deendayal Port Authority in Kandla, Gujarat, after crossing the Strait of Hormuz amid the West Asia crisis.
The AMMK has filed a complaint against the TVK, alleging the use of a forged support letter to claim government formation. The Guindy police are conducting a preliminary inquiry into the matter.
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