The BJP is showing strong leads in West Bengal and Assam, while actor Vijay's party is making a significant debut in Tamil Nadu. The Congress is ahead in Kerala, offering some consolation amid the changing political landscape in the state elections.
Kerala's voters are sophisticated, educated, and unforgiving. They have once again made it clear that no government is entitled to remain in power. The Congress would do well to remember this, points out Ramesh Menon.
The rupee weakened to a record low against the US dollar due to Gulf tensions, rising oil prices, and foreign capital outflows.
The Vishva Hindu Parishad (VHP) has appealed to the United Nations to intervene on behalf of religious minorities in Pakistan and Bangladesh, citing human rights violations.
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani has called on King Charles III to return the Koh-i-Noor diamond, a contentious issue between India and the UK.
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani has called on King Charles III to return the Koh-i-Noor diamond, a contentious issue between India and the UK.
The Election Commission has directed the police to take strict action regarding an objectionable social media post allegedly targeting West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee.
Punjab Kings will aim to recover from their first defeat of the season when they face Gujarat Titans in the Indian Premier League. Gujarat Titans, on a two-game winning streak, will be looking to continue their momentum.
Police in Uttar Pradesh busted an illegal arms manufacturing unit in Moradabad, arresting three individuals and seizing a large quantity of firearms and manufacturing equipment.
An Iranian tanker successfully bypassed the US Navy to deliver crude oil to the Asia-Pacific region, despite ongoing tensions and a US blockade.
Mahindra & Mahindra (M&M) is implementing a comprehensive, multi-layered strategy to fortify its supply chains against geopolitical volatility, logistical challenges, and regulatory risks, drawing lessons from recent global disruptions.
The rupee recovered to 95.18 against the US dollar after hitting an all-time intra-day low of 95.44. The recovery was supported by possible RBI intervention amid renewed Gulf tensions and rising crude oil prices.
Iran has presented a multi-layered proposal to the US in an attempt to break the deadlock in peace talks, focusing on de-escalation and nuclear programme discussions.
England and Manchester United defender Harry Maguire has been handed a 15-month suspended prison sentence by a Greek court over a 2020 incident in Mykonos.
The BJP has accused the Trinamool Congress (TMC) in West Bengal of inciting post-poll violence by disguising its workers as BJP supporters. The BJP asserts its cadres have never engaged in violence after election victories and claims the TMC is acting out of frustration after suffering a crushing defeat in the assembly polls.
Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) batting coach Dinesh Karthik praised his team's attitude and bowling effort despite a five-wicket loss to Gujarat Titans (GT) in Ahmedabad on Thursday, April 30, 2026.
Sanju Samson has all but carried Chennai Super Kings' batting through IPL 2026, turning games with a consistency few others in the side have managed.
Indian all-rounder Deepti Sharma attributes her return to form, including an unbeaten 36 and a five-wicket haul against South Africa, to renewed self-belief and strategic bowling adjustments, easing selection concerns ahead of the T20 World Cup.
Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha urged athletes and sportspersons to promote the 'Nasha Mukt Abhiyaan' and inspire youth to reject drugs and embrace sports during the All India Inter-University Wushu Championship at the University of Kashmir.
Indian refiners are recalibrating their crude sourcing strategy due to supply disruptions in West Asia, leading to Venezuela and Brazil emerging as top five suppliers in April, replacing traditional sources like Iraq and the United States.
Political parties in Kerala are making preparations for celebrations as the Assembly election results are set to be announced. Congress and UDF workers are preparing food and cultural programmes, while the BJP is also planning celebrations with laddoos and placards.
The Enforcement Directorate (ED) conducted searches at multiple locations in Punjab and Chandigarh, including premises linked to an alleged associate of a Punjab Aam Aadmi Party functionary, as part of a money laundering probe against two realty groups accused of fraudulent land use changes and investor fraud.
Bengaluru FC were held to a 1-1 draw by Odisha FC in their Indian Super League match, with Braian Sanchez's penalty cancelling out Rahim Ali's opener.
The BJP has accused the Trinamool Congress (TMC) of fostering a 'mafia culture' and 'maha jungle raj' in West Bengal following the killing of an aide to BJP leader Suvendu Adhikari. The party alleges the incident reflects institutionalised post-poll violence in the state and demands a CBI probe.
The BJP has accused the Trinamool Congress of inciting post-poll violence in West Bengal by impersonating BJP supporters, warning that they will face legal consequences. The BJP asserts its members have never engaged in post-election violence and claims TMC cadres are using BJP symbols to create unrest.
The Enforcement Directorate (ED) conducted searches at multiple locations in Punjab and Chandigarh, including premises linked to an official in the CMO, as part of a money laundering probe against realty groups accused of fraudulent land use changes and investor fraud.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the 594-km-long Ganga Expressway, connecting Meerut to Prayagraj, aiming to boost connectivity, industrial investment, and economic growth in Uttar Pradesh.
Seven individuals, including senior executives from manpower firms, have been arrested in connection with alleged irregularities in overtime payments within the Chhattisgarh State Marketing Corp Ltd (CSMCL) during the previous Congress administration. The arrests follow an investigation into fraudulent billing practices and misappropriation of funds.
Mumbai is set to host a friendly cricket match between GST, Customs officers, and actors to promote fitness and sportsmanship, organised by the Sports Authority of India (SAI).
The Bihar government, led by Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary, has renamed the Sanjay Gandhi Biological Park as 'Patna Zoo' and the Sanjay Gandhi Institute of Dairy Technology as 'Bihar State Institute of Dairy Technology'. The cabinet also approved significant allocations for electricity subsidies, college establishments, and infrastructure projects.
On the first anniversary of Operation Sindoor, the Indian military issued a stern warning to Pakistan, stating that no terror sanctuary across the border is safe and that India will continue to dismantle terrorist infrastructure.
A local court in Nashik has denied interim protection from arrest to a TCS employee, Danish Shaikh, in a case related to alleged sexual harassment and forcible conversion at the company's local unit. The court cited serious criminal antecedents against the accused and the wide social repercussions of the alleged offence.
As the CLP meeting passed a resolution authorising the party's high command to decide the next CM, observers will file a report to the Congress national leadership, who will take the final call.
Agra Police responded swiftly to a distress alert posted on X (formerly Twitter) by a passenger and arrested four people for allegedly harassing two girls on a moving bus.
A court in Nashik, Maharashtra, has denied interim protection from arrest to a Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) employee, Danish Shaikh, in a case related to alleged sexual harassment and forcible conversion at the company's local unit. Shaikh is already in judicial custody in connection with one of nine FIRs registered in the case.
Four TCS employees have been arrested for allegedly sexually harassing and attempting to forcibly convert a colleague, including forcing him to wear a Muslim cap and perform Namaz.
Whether Vijay has the political spine to stitch together a stable government from this patchwork of conditions, demands, and midnight drama is the question Tamil Nadu is living through right now.
Mumbai police arrested a man in Santacruz and seized over 500 grams of heroin worth Rs 2.54 crore from him.
King Charles III reaffirmed the enduring strength of the US-UK alliance, underscored NATO's centrality to global security, and shared light-hearted moments with President Donald Trump during a White House state dinner.
Disciplined investors who ignore short-term fear build significant long-term wealth, notes Ramalingam Kalirajan
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