West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has firmly rejected calls to resign following the defeat of her party, Trinamool Congress (TMC), in the recent West Bengal Assembly Elections. Despite the electoral setback, Banerjee has declared that she will not step down, describing the demand for her resignation as a "symbolic protest." The TMC leader made these remarks during a closed-door party meeting with senior party leaders and newly elected MLAs on May 6. Banerjee added that she would not

On May 6–7, 2025, the Indian Armed Forces launched ‘Operation Sindoor,’ a bold retaliation against terrorism emanating from Pakistan. A year later, India marks the anniversary of this significant military action, which saw the Indian Air Force strike nine terror camps in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK). The mission was a response to the brutal Pahalgam attack earlier that year, and its swift execution sent a clear message: India forgets nothing, and it forgives nothing.

The 2026 Indian assembly elections have garnered international attention, with global publications reporting on the significant victory of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) in West Bengal, alongside a political shock in Tamil Nadu. The international media spotlighted the BJP’s historic win in West Bengal, a state that had been under the control of Mamata Banerjee’s Trinamool Congress (TMC) for 15 years. This result has significant implications for India's political landscape, with many pub

The Kerala government has once again taken disciplinary action against IAS officer N Prasanth, marking his eighth suspension, following fresh controversy over remarks made in the media. The latest development has reignited debate over bureaucratic conduct and freedom of expression within administrative services. Repeated Suspension and Fresh Remarks On May 3, 2026, the Kerala government extended the suspension of IAS officer N

A portion of the Vikramshila Bridge in Bihar collapsed into the Ganges River early Monday, triggering immediate safety measures and raising renewed concerns about infrastructure reliability in the region. The incident occurred shortly after midnight near a key support pillar, when a slab of the bridge gave way and began sinking into the river below. Authorities responded quickly, sealing access to the bridge and diverting traffic to alternate routes to prevent further risk. Official

Following the May 1, 2026 boat capsize at Bargi Dam in Jabalpur, the death toll has risen to 11 as rescue operations continue amid safety concerns.

Date: May 2, 2026 | Time: 11:49AM IST | Place: Punjab, India   Two FIRs have been filed against Rajya Sabha MP Sandeep Pathak in Punjab days after he switched allegiance from the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) to the BJP, according to government sources. While the exact reasons behind the cases remain unclear, sources mentioned that the FIRs have been filed under non-bailable sections, making the situation more serious for Pathak. The news comes amid a growing political storm following the

Date: May 02, 2026 | Time: 11:06 AM IST | Place: West Bengal, India  

In a major step toward enhancing disaster preparedness, the Indian government is carrying out a nationwide simulation of its Cell Broadcast Alert System. Managed by the National Disaster Management Authority, the system is designed to send instant emergency notifications directly to mobile phones, even if they are on silent mode or set to do not disturb. This ensures that critical alerts can reach people without delay, potentially saving lives during natural or man-made disasters. C

At 3:38 pm on April 25, India recorded its highest-ever electricity demand of 256.1 GW and successfully met it without disruption. According to GRID India, solar energy contributed around 57 GW during peak demand, accounting for nearly 21 percent of the total supply. Earlier in the day, solar output had peaked even higher, reaching about 81 GW at 12:30 pm, which was nearly one-third of the

The Kerala Cooperative Milk Marketing Federation (Milma) has approved a ₹4 per litre increase in milk prices across Kerala, a move that is expected to come into effect from May 20, 2026. The decision was taken during a high-level meeting of the cooperative’s governing body on April 30, 2026, amid growi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the 594-km-long Ganga Expressway on April 29, 2026, marking a major milestone in India’s infrastructure development. Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath was also present at the event, which highlighted the state’s push toward becoming an infrastructure-driven economic hub. Built at an estimated cost of ₹36,230 crore, the Ganga Expressway is the longest expressway in Uttar Pradesh and one of the country’s largest greenfield ro

A major fire broke out at Gaur Green Avenue, a residential society in Indirapuram, Ghaziabad, on Tuesday morning. The incident caused panic among residents, but timely evacuation helped prevent casualties.According to reports, the fire started around 9:00 AM in a locked apartment on the ninth floor of one of the towers. Thick smoke quickly spread to nearby floors, forcing residents to rush out of their homes. Fire department teams arrived at the spot soon after receiving the alert.

PM Narendra Modi launches new Amrit Bharat Express trains, providing direct rail connectivity between Varanasi–Pune and Ayodhya–Mumbai to boost travel and tourism. Marking a major boost to India’s rail infrastructure, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday, April 28, 2026, flagged off two new Amrit Bharat Express trains from Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, strengthening d

The results of the Gujarat Local Body Elections 2026 show a strong victory for the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP). The party has secured a large number of seats across both urban and rural areas, clearly dominating the elections.In major cities and municipal corporations, BJP candidates won by comfortable margins. The party also performed very well in municipalities and panchayats, showing strong support from rural voters. Opposition parties like Congress and Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) str

The IC 814 hijacking remains one of India’s most serious aviation crises, and the role of Ajit Doval in managing the situation from behind the scenes highlights the complexity of decisions taken under extreme pressure. The hijacking of Indian Airlines Flight IC-814 on December 24, 1999, forced India into a difficult choice between saving hostages and long-term security concerns. The flig