Karnataka Congress New Leader   Karnataka Congress Enters Transition Phase Karnataka Congress is moving towards a major leadership change after Siddaramaiah resigned as Chief Minister and the state Cabinet was dissolved. The Congress Legislature Party is set to meet at Vidhana Soudha in Bengaluru to elect its new leader, with DK Shivakumar widely expected to take charge. DK Shivakumar CM Role In Focus

Rep. Sam Liccardo is pushing an AI workforce training plan that would encourage major technology companies to help workers prepare for jobs reshaped by artificial intelligence, according to a report published by San José Spotlight and Palo Alto Weekly on Thursday, May 28, 2026. Liccardo, whose California district includes Meta, Google, xAI and other technology firms, said companies should work with local colleges and community centers to build practical training programs for future

TMC Assam Chief Resigns Amid Accusations Abhijit Majumdar, the Assam chief of the Trinamool Congress (TMC), resigned on May 29, 2026, claiming that the party primarily works for the Muslim community in both Assam and West Bengal. His exit comes after the TMC’s crushing defeat in the 2026 West Bengal Assembly elections and follows a series of high-profile resignations within the party. Majumdar cited the party’s political direction and

Siddaramaiah is scheduled to meet Congress leader Rahul Gandhi over breakfast in New Delhi on May 29, 2026, a day after resigning as Karnataka Chief Minister. The meeting is expected to focus on Siddaramaiah’s future role, possible Rajya Sabha offer and the leadership transition as D.K. Shivakumar emerges as the likely successor. Siddaramaiah is set to meet Congress leader Rahul Gandhi over breakfast in New Delhi on Friday, a day after stepping down as Karnataka

Karnataka Governor Thaawarchand Gehlot accepted Siddaramaiah’s resignation as Chief Minister on May 29, 2026, after returning from Madhya Pradesh. Siddaramaiah will continue as caretaker Chief Minister until Congress finalises the next leader and alternative arrangements are made. Karnataka Governor Thaawarchand Gehlot has accepted Siddaramaiah’s resignation from the post of Chief Minister, marking a major political transition in the state. The resignation was

Siddaramaiah resigned as Karnataka Chief Minister on May 28, 2026, after following the Congress high command’s direction and submitting his resignation letter at the Governor’s office in Bengaluru. The move has triggered major political attention in Karnataka, with focus now shifting to the Congress party’s next Chief Minister choice. Siddaramaiah resigned as Karnataka Chief Minister on Thursday, marking a major political turn in the state after days of specu

Aliens.gov Website Launched The White House has launched Aliens.gov, a new immigration enforcement website that uses a space-themed design and UFO-style messaging to present federal immigration data. Unveiled on Thursday, May 28, the platform frames the term “aliens” through dramatic language, saying the people Americans should worry about are not from outer space but are already living in communities a

Illinois lawmakers are debating AI bills, school cellphone limits and data center rules as the state legislative session moves toward its Saturday, May 31, 2026, adjournment deadline. The proposals are part of a busy final stretch in Springfield, where lawmakers are also working through Gov. JB Pritzker’s proposed $56 billion state budget and discussions linked to a possible new Chicago Bears stadium project. Illinois AI bills focus on safety and chatbot transpa

The Trump board of peace, set up to coordinate reconstruction in Gaza after recent conflicts, is facing an unprecedented funding shortfall. Despite multibillion-dollar pledges from the United States and several Gulf nations, no significant donor funds have been delivered, leaving the reconstruction plan at a standstill. The initiative, envisioned as a multilateral effort to rebuild Gaza’s damaged infrastructure, has yet to move beyond the planning stage.

Six Flags Great America will celebrate its 50th Anniversary Day Bash on Friday, May 29, 2026, in Gurnee, Illinois, with a one-day throwback event featuring vintage entertainment, special exhibits, themed treats and fireworks.

Iran is seeking the release of about $24 billion in frozen assets as part of Qatar-based talks aimed at easing the conflict with the United States, according to Iranian media reports on Tuesday, May 26, 2026. The demand has become a central issue in negotiations taking place in Doha as US-Iran tensions remain high near the Strait of Hormuz. Iran Frozen Assets Qatar Talks Focus on $24 Billion Demand

Senior Congress leader BK Hariprasad has dismissed speculation about a possible leadership change in Karnataka, saying the discussions between state leaders and the party high command are focused on governance and future political strategy, not replacing Chief Minister Siddaramaiah. Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah and Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar met Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge, Rahul Gandhi, KC Venugopal and Randeep Singh Surjewala in Delhi amid renewed polit

Iran Qatar frozen funds have become a central sticking point in US-Iran talks, with Tehran seeking access to $12 billion held in Qatar before a proposed diplomatic roadmap moves forward. According to reports citing sources familiar with the discussions, Iran wants the $12 billion released as an initial tranche, not as the full amount it says should eventually be made available under a wider agreement. The funds are linked to Iranian oil-sale revenue that had been mo

Eligible U.S. residents who received a Krispy Kreme data breach notice may be able to file a settlement claim before Monday, June 22, 2026. The Krispy Kreme data breach settlement offers an estimated $75 alternate cash payment or up to $3,500 for documented fraud or identity-theft losses. Who qualifies for the Krispy Kreme data breach settlement? The proposed $1,616,760 settlement covers living individuals in the United States who were s

Bengaluru Police Suspensions After PM Modi Route Security Scare Six police personnel in Bengaluru have been suspended after two gelatin sticks were found near Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s movement route during his visit to the city on May 10, 2026. The suspensions were ordered by the Bengaluru South district police authorities pending a departmental inquiry into the incident. According to police, the material was discovered during routine route sanitisation and

Petrol and diesel prices were increased again on Monday, May 25, 2026, marking the fourth fuel price hike in less than two weeks. Petrol has become costlier by Rs 2.61 per litre, while diesel has gone up by Rs 2.71 per litre. The new rates came into effect immediately across the country. According to current reports, Delhi’s petrol price has crossed Rs 100 per litre, while diesel prices in several major cities are now close to the Rs 100 mark. Reuters reported that India’s state-owned fue

Tick bite red meat allergy symptoms are drawing new attention in Illinois as health officials urge residents to take tick prevention seriously during outdoor activity. Alpha-gal syndrome, also known as AGS, is a tick bite-related allergy that can cause some people to react after eating red meat or being exposed to mammal-derived products. Alpha-gal is a sugar molecule found in most mammals, including cows and pigs, but not in humans. The Centers for Disease Control

India-Canada Trade Talks Gain Momentum In May 2026 Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal is set to visit Canada from May 25 to May 27, 2026, as India and Canada work to rebuild economic confidence and push bilateral trade toward a $50 billion target by 2030. The visit comes at an important time because both countries are trying to move beyond recent diplomatic strain and focus on business, investment, energy, and technology cooperation. Goyal w

President Donald Trump’s Iran flag post has added new pressure to the widening U.S.-Iran standoff, as Washington reviews military options while regional mediators continue efforts to prevent a broader conflict. Trump shared an edited image on his social media platform showing Iran covered in the colors of the American flag with the caption, “United States of the Middle East?” The post appeared to signal political pressure on Tehran as U.S. officials discussed possible military

Marco Rubio Arrives in India for Strategic Talks US Secretary of State Marco Rubio arrived in Kolkata on Saturday, May 23, marking his first official visit to India. The trip represents a significant step in strengthening bilateral relations between Washington and New Delhi, especially amid rising geopolitical tensions across the Indo-Pacific and West Asia. Rubio’s visit comes just days ahead of the QUAD foreign ministers