Bengaluru police have registered cases against MobiKwik and Lendbox, following complaints from investors who claim that their funds are blocked under the MobiKwik Xtra investment scheme. The complaints allege that the fintech companies promised high, fixed-deposit-like returns and easy withdrawals but later restricted access to invested money. Authorities say more than 1,050 investors across India could be affected, with combined exposure of over Rs 11.9 crore. Investors hav

Actor Manchu Manoj confirms that his wife Bhuma Mounika Reddy may contest in the next elections, generating political buzz.​ Actor Manchu Manoj has sparked fresh political discussions in Andhra Pradesh by confirming that his wife, Bhuma Mounika Reddy, is likely to contest in the upcoming elections. During a recent interaction with media, Manoj stated that public expectations naturally lean towards her political entry due to their active involvement in previous elec

Senior IPS officer Damayanti Sen, who gained national attention during the 2012 Park Street rape investigation, has been appointed to a key position in the BJP-led Bengal government’s commission probing crimes against women and institutional corruption under the previous regime. IPS Officer Once Sidelined in Park Street Case Gets Powerful New Role Senior IPS officer Damayanti Sen, remembered f

Supreme Court Questions Umar Khalid Bail Order in Major UAPA Observation In a significant legal development with potential nationwide implications, the Supreme Court on Monday observed that the long-established legal principle of “bail is the rule and jail is the exception” remains applicable even in cases registered under the stringent Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA). The court also raised serious concerns

Bengal Police Crackdown After Park Circus Namaz Protest Violence Tension continued to grip Kolkata’s Park Circus area after violent protests over restrictions on roadside namaz and anti-encroachment drives left several police personnel injured and triggered a large-scale police crackdown. The unrest, which erupted on Sunday evening at the busy Park Circus Seven Point Crossing, has now become one of the biggest law-and-or

Royal Enfield is preparing for its next major growth phase with a proposed Rs 2,500 crore investment in a new greenfield manufacturing facility in Andhra Pradesh. The Chennai-based motorcycle maker has announced plans to acquire land in Tada, near Tirupati, as it looks to expand production capacity and strengthen its manufacturing base in southern India. The investment is subject to approval from the board of Eicher Motors, Royal Enfield’s parent company, and the project is expected to be deve

Ohio social media warning label bill HB 808 would require notices on platforms that use addictive features to keep users scrolling for long periods. The bill was introduced in the Ohio House on Wednesday, April 1, 2026, by state Representatives Christine Cockley of Columbus and Jodi Salvo of Bolivar. Legislative tracking records show the measure was later referred to the House Judiciary Committee on Wednesday, May 13, 2026, with no

The Trump IRS lawsuit settlement is drawing new scrutiny after the Justice Department announced a $1.776 billion DOJ Anti-Weaponization Fund on Monday, May 18, 2026, as part of an agreement resolving President Donald Trump’s lawsuit over leaked tax return information. The settlement ends Trump’s $10 billion lawsuit against the Internal Revenue Service, which was filed after his confidential tax records were leaked. Under the agreement, Trump and other plaintiffs are expected to receive a formal apology but no monetary damages. What the DOJ Anti-Weaponization Fund Means The DOJ Anti-Weaponization Fund is designed to review claims from people who say they were unfairly targeted by politically motivated government investigations or prosecutions. The fund could provide compensation or formal apologies to approved claimants. The proposal has quickly become a major political and legal issue because the money would come through a federal judgment fund, raising questions over taxpayer money, congressional approval and Justice Department oversight. Why the Trump IRS Lawsuit Settlement Faces a Congress Challenge Democrats argue that the Trump IRS lawsuit settlement could allow taxpayer money to benefit political allies of the president. Representative Jamie Raskin, the top Democrat on the House Judiciary Committee, has criticized the plan and argued that Congress did not authorize the fund. The expected Congress challenge to the Trump settlement fund may focus on whether the executive branch can create such a large compensation program through a lawsuit settlement without direct approval from lawmakers. Trump Tax Return Leak Remains at the Center The original case came from the Trump tax return leak, after confidential IRS information was disclosed and later reported by media outlets. A former IRS contractor, Charles Littlejohn, was prosecuted and sentenced to five years in prison for leaking tax records. The legal fight is now moving beyond the tax leak itself. The larger dispute is over whether the Justice Department can use settlement power to create a politically sensitive compensation fund involving claims of government “weaponization.” For US readers, the case matters because it could shape future limits on executive authority, federal settlements and how taxpayer-funded legal claims are handled when a sitting president is personally connected to the dispute.

Oath Date & Time: May 18, 2026, 10:00 AM IST, Thiruvananthapuram. VD Satheesan took oath as Kerala Chief Minister as the Congress-led UDF returned to power after 10 years. A 21-member UDF Cabinet was sworn in at Central Stadium, marking a major political shift in Kerala. The Congress-led United Democratic Front returned to power in Kerala on Monday, with VD Satheesan taking oath as the state’s new Chief Minister at Central Stadium in Thiruvananthapu

As of May 18, 2026, 10:02 AM IST, the CBI probe into the NEET-UG paper leak case has focused on a 46-year-old Pune beautician, Manisha Waghmare, who allegedly became a common link between students searching for tuition teachers and teachers from reputed schools. Waghmare, who runs a beauty parlour in Pune’s Sukhsagar Nagar, was arrested on May 14 and remanded in CBI custody for 10 days from May 16, along with retired teacher P V Kulkarni. Investigators suspect that her student and teacher c

Salman Khan’s latest statement about never reading a full script has gone viral, drawing fresh attention to his film choices, career approach and upcoming pan-India projects. Salman Khan’s Statement Grabs Attention Bollywood superstar Salman Khan has once again become a major talking point after his bold statement in a recent interview went viral.This highlighted how Salman surprised many fans by saying

Pawan Kalyan has underlined that the Andhra Pradesh alliance must work with collective responsibility, while also making it clear that Jana Sena’s identity and leadership will remain strong within the coalition. Pawan Kalyan Reaffirms Alliance Commitment Before the 2024 Andhra Pradesh elections, Pawan Kalyan clearly stated that the larger purpose of the alliance was more important than the individual interests

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu’s proposal to offer cash support for third and fourth children has triggered a major debate on population growth, welfare planning, and social infrastructure. Chandrababu Naidu Announces Population Incentive Plan Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu has once again raised concern over the declining population index, saying that the state needs a po

The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) on Saturday arrested Manisha Mandhare, a Botany professor and member of the National Testing Agency’s (NTA) paper-setting committee for the 2026 NEET-UG exam held on May 3. Mandhare was taken into custody in Delhi after interrogation at the CBI headquarters. According to the CBI, Mandhare was a key source behind the leak of the NEET-UG 2026 Biology questions, acting as a “mastermind” following information obtained from retired Chemistr

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh and Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu recently laid the foundation stone for the Rs 15,000-crore AMCA defence hub in Puttaparthi. The Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft (AMCA) flight testing and integration complex is a key part of India’s fifth-generation stealth fighter programme, aiming to strengthen the country’s defence aerospace capabilities. Previously, the Tamil Nadu government under Chief Minister MK Stalin had prop

TDP’s Mahanadu 2026 Goes Fully Online: Chandrababu Naidu Adopts New Format The Telugu Desam Party (TDP) is set to celebrate its annual flagship event Mahanadu in a completely new format this year. Instead of the traditional grand physical gathering, Chandrababu Naidu has decided to hold the event online as part of nationwide fuel-saving measures. Mahanadu Schedule and Background

Telangana Chief Minister Revanth Reddy has had a remarkable political journey — from holding a local ZPTC position to becoming the chief minister of Telangana. Yet, his ambitions appear to extend beyond the state. At a recent media conclave, Revanth Reddy candidly shared his aspirations for national politics.   “I wish to be the chief minister of Telangana till 2034, and then I have the aspirations of moving to national politics. My journe

Raul Castro, born in 1931, is the younger brother of Fidel Castro and one of the most influential figures in modern Cuban history. As a key participant in the 1959 Cuban Revolution, he helped overthrow the US-backed dictator Fulgencio Batista, establishing a communist state. Today, at 94, Raul continues to shape Cuba’s politics, impacting government decisions, Communist Party direction, and economic responses amid ongoing challenges. His decades-long leadership spans military strategy, gove

NRIs, OCI holders, PIOs and foreign citizens can be nominated for the Padma Awards 2027, including Padma Bhushan, if their work shows distinguished service, public impact or exceptional achievement. India’s Ministry of Home Affairs said nominations for the Padma Awards 2027 opened on Sunday, March 15, 2026, and will close on Friday, July 31, 2026. The awards are expected to be

Dubai, May 15, 2026 – Prime Minister Narendra Modi landed in Dubai, marking the start of a critical diplomatic and economic mission ahead of his Europe tour. The visit focused on strengthening India UAE diplomacy, with major agreements signed in energy, defence, and investment, signaling deeper bilateral cooperation. Key Agreements Strengthen India-UAE Ties