A tragic incident occurred on Saturday, 27 June 2026, during a Muharram fire-walking ritual in Ballari district, where a 28-year-old participant lost his life after suffering severe burn injuries. The accident took place during a traditional fire pit event in Kurugodu taluk, leading to shock and grief in the local community.  Ritual event

A magnitude 6.2 Afghanistan earthquake sent tremors across Delhi, Jammu and Kashmir, and other parts of northern India on Saturday, June 27, 2026. No deaths, injuries or property damage had been reported in the initial information available after the quake. 6.2 Afghanistan earthquake sends tremors across Delhi India’s National Centre for Seismology said the earthquake occurred at 7:04:51 p.m. IST on Saturday, Jun

Thiruvananthapuram, June 24, 2026: Kerala Chief Minister V D Satheesan has reached out to the governments of Karnataka, Tamil Nadu and Puducherry, seeking enhanced cooperation to combat the growing threat of interstate drug trafficking. The initiative is part of Kerala's intensified anti-drug campaign, Operation Toofan, which aims to curb narcotics abuse and dismantle organized trafficking networks operating across state borders. According to an official release from the Chief Minis

Kolkata, June 24, 2026: Trinamool Congress (TMC) MP Mahua Moitra has stirred fresh political discussions in West Bengal after publicly recalling the support she received from Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari during the early stages of her political journey. Her remarks come at a crucial time when the TMC is facing internal challenges, defections, and a growing leadership crisis. Mahua Moitra described her relationship with Suvendu Adhikari as one built on personal respect and emotion

A tragic railway accident in Madhya Pradesh’s Morena district killed four passengers on Sunday around 4:15 pm after panic spread inside the Khajuraho-Udaipur Intercity Express following a rumour of fire. The incident occurred between Hetampur and Dholpur railway stations in the Jhansi Division, according to preliminary information shared by North Central Railway. Train No. 19665 Khajuraho-Udaipur Intercity Express had come to a halt afte

The INDIA Bloc convened in New Delhi on June 8, 2026, for a crucial strategy meeting as opposition parties aim to coordinate and unify ahead of future electoral contests, including the 2029 Lok Sabha elections. The session is particularly significant amid questions about the alliance's cohesion following recent electoral setbacks and growing internal friction. Leaders from 23 parties attended or were expected to participate, including prominent figures such as Congress president Mallikarjun K

New Delhi, June 5, 2026: A major fire broke out early Friday morning at the Tata Communications office building in Nehru Place, South Delhi, triggering a significant response from emergency services. The blaze was successfully brought under control and no office workers were hurt. The fire was first spotted at around 2:47 am in the battery room on the third floor of a five‑storey commercial building opposite Savitri Cinema. The Delhi Fire Service (DFS) received multiple distress

Karnataka witnessed a historic political event on June 3, 2026, as senior Congress leader DK Shivakumar took oath as the state’s Chief Minister at Lok Bhavan, Bengaluru. The ceremony, which began at 4:00 PM IST, marked the culmination of a carefully planned leadership transition within the party. Former Deputy Chief Minister and a key strategist for the Congress in southern India, Shivakumar’s appointment as the 25th Chief Minister signifies the party’s focus on stability, governance, a

PM Modi Announces Relief for Malviya Nagar Fire Victims On June 3, 2026, Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced an ex-gratia of Rs.2 lakh from the Prime Minister's National Relief Fund (PMNRF) for the next of kin of each person who lost their life in the tragic fire incident in Malviya Nagar, South Delhi. The announcement came in response to the devastating fire that claimed 20 lives and left several othe

Fire Ravages South Delhi Restaurant: 20 Killed On the morning of June 3, 2026, a devastating fire engulfed a restaurant in Malviya Nagar, South Delhi, claiming the lives of 20 people and leaving multiple others injured. The blaze reportedly started around 8 AM due to a short circuit, according to local authorities and eyewitnesses. The fire quickly spread to the kitchen and upper floors of the adjoining ho

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

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

Historic Meeting After 12 Years Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay will meet Prime Minister Narendra Modi in Delhi today, May 27, 2026, marking their first interaction in 12 years. Their previous meeting took place in Coimbatore during the 2014 election campaign. With Vijay now serving as the state’s chief minister and leading TVK, the meeting is highly anticipated. Political analysts predict that this inter

Deputy CM Pawan Kalyan issued an open challenge to Kapu community leaders on May 26, 2026, emphasizing his focus on public welfare over community politics. The address highlighted his frustration with communal pressures and his call for collective leadership decisions.   Pawan Kalyan Addresses Kapu Leaders On the evening of May 26, 2026, Deputy Chief Minister Pawan Kalyan deliver

The TDP Mahanadu 2026 Day 1 event, held on May 27, 2026, in Amaravati and via hybrid digital clusters across Andhra Pradesh, marked the official launch of the party's annual conclave.  Hybrid Format and Opening Ceremony The Telugu Desam Party (TDP) launched Day 1 of Mahanadu 2026 on May 27, 2026, in Amara

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

Cockroach Janta Party’s sudden viral rise has made founder Abhijeet Dipke a social media sensation, but his parents fear the political satire platform may land him in trouble. The sudden rise of the satirical digital platform Cockroach Janta Party has turned its founder Abhijeet Dipke into a social media talking point, but back home in Maharashtra, his parents are losing sleep over what this unexpected fame could bring next. The platform, popularly known as CJP,

Summit Postponed Due to Ebola Outbreak The Fourth India-Africa Forum Summit, originally scheduled to take place in New Delhi from May 28, 2026, has been postponed due to an escalating Ebola outbreak in several African countries. The Democratic Republic of Congo’s South Kivu province has reported the latest cases, contributing to concerns about regional health security. India and the African Union, followin

TVK-led government clarifies that rebel AIADMK MLAs supporting the government will not receive cabinet positions, securing allies backing. Rebel AIADMK MLAs Excluded from Cabinet Vijay’s Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) has ruled out offering cabinet posts to rebel AIADMK MLAs who are extending support to the government. The clarification was made following warnings from the

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