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10 May

Vijay Sworn In As Tamil Nadu Chief Minister, Rahul Gandhi Attends Ceremony

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Rajeev Sharma :- Chandrasekhar Joseph Vijay on Sunday took oath as the Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu, marking a dramatic political rise for the actor-turned-politician and his party, Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam. The swearing-in ceremony was held at Nehru Stadium, where Governor Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar administered the oath of office. Vijay took the oath in Tamil in the presence of several political leaders, including Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi. During the oath-taking, Vijay briefly deviated from the official text, prompting Governor Arlekar to interrupt and ask him to read only the approved format. With this, Vijay became…

09 May

Delhi Placed on High Alert Following Intelligence Warnings of Potential Terror Attacks

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New Delhi (Gurpreet Singh): The national capital has been placed under a stringent security blanket following specific intelligence inputs suggesting a credible terror threat to the metropolitan area. Sources confirmed on Saturday that the Delhi Police and various central security agencies have intensified their vigilance across several sensitive locations to thwart any potential incidents. There is a visible increase in the presence of armed personnel at the Bharatiya Janata Party headquarters on Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Marg and nearby government establishments. These measures include the strategic placement of barricades and more rigorous vehicle inspections to ensure the safety of these high-profile…

09 May

India Achieves Strategic Milestone with Successful Agni MIRV Missile Test

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New Delhi (Gurpreet Singh): India has successfully executed a critical flight test of an advanced Agni missile equipped with Multiple Independently Targetable Re-entry Vehicle (MIRV) technology, marking a significant leap in the nation's strategic defence capabilities. The test was conducted on Friday, May 8, 2026, from the APJ Abdul Kalam Island off the coast of Odisha, according to an official statement from the Defence Ministry. This advanced system allows a single missile to deploy multiple warheads to different locations, a capability that significantly enhances the effectiveness of India's nuclear deterrence and its ability to bypass complex missile defence systems. During…

09 May

Indian cargo vessel sinks in Hormuz Strait amid Iran-US naval firing; one crew member killed

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Rajeev Sharma :- A Gujarat-based cargo vessel sank in the strategically crucial Hormuz Strait after reportedly being caught in crossfire during a naval confrontation between Iranian and American forces late Tuesday night. One Indian crew member lost his life in the incident, while 17 others were rescued safely. The vessel, belonging to Salaya in Gujarat’s Dwarka district, was transporting general cargo from Dubai to Yemen’s Mukalla port. A total of 18 crew members, including an armed guard, were on board. The deceased has been identified as Altaf Talab Ker, who was working in the engine room at the time of…

09 May

India Announces New Military Leadership as Lt Gen Subramani Named CDS, Vice Admiral Swaminathan to Lead Navy

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New Delhi (Rajeev Sharma): The central government on Saturday unveiled key appointments in the country’s armed forces, naming retired Lieutenant General NS Raja Subramani as the next Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) and Vice Admiral Krishna Swaminathan as the incoming Chief of the Indian Navy. Lt Gen Subramani will assume charge after the retirement of General Anil Chauhan on May 31. His appointment places him at the helm of India’s tri-services structure, where he will also serve as Secretary of the Department of Military Affairs. Government rules permit the CDS to remain in office until the age of 65. Currently…

08 May

Amit Shah Hails ‘Significant’ BJP Mandate in West Bengal; Suvendu Adhikari to Lead as Chief Minister

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Kolkata (Gurpreet Singh): Union Home Minister Amit Shah expressed profound gratitude on Friday following the Bharatiya Janata Party’s (BJP) decisive victory in the West Bengal Assembly elections. Addressing the newly formed legislature party in Kolkata, Shah characterized the mandate as a "very significant" turning point for the state’s political landscape. He emphasized that the overwhelming support from the electorate has placed a heavy mantle of responsibility on the party's shoulders, pledging that the BJP will work tirelessly to meet the high expectations of a public that has unequivocally voted for a fundamental change in governance. The meeting also served as…

08 May

Canada Tightens PR Rules, Punjabi Workers in Food and Retail Sector Face Major Setback

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Rajeev Sharma :- In a significant shift in immigration policy, the Canadian government has introduced sweeping changes to its Permanent Residency (PR) system, dealing a major blow to thousands of Punjabi workers and international students across the country. Under the revised immigration framework, workers employed in the food and service industry will no longer receive priority for permanent residency applications. The decision is expected to heavily impact Punjabi youth working at fast-food chains, gas stations and retail outlets as food service supervisors or retail managers in hopes of securing PR status. Canadian immigration authorities stated that these sectors already have…

08 May

West Bengal Assembly dissolved, Mamata Banerjee no longer CM

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Rajeev Sharma :- In a major political development, the Governor of West Bengal, RN Ravi, has dissolved the state Legislative Assembly, bringing the Trinamool Congress government to an end. With this move, Mamata Banerjee is no longer the Chief Minister of the state. The decision was taken using powers granted under Article 174(2)(b) of the Constitution of India. In an official notification, the Governor stated that the Assembly stands dissolved with effect from May 7, 2026. Mamata Banerjee, 71, had refused to step down despite her party’s electoral setback. She had repeatedly alleged irregularities in the election process, claiming that…

07 May

West Bengal Legislative Assembly dissolved as five-year term officially concludes

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Kolkata (Gurpreet Singh): Governor R. N. Ravi has formally dissolved the West Bengal State Legislative Assembly, effective May 7, 2026, following the completion of its scheduled five-year tenure. This administrative action was confirmed through an official notification issued by the Department of Parliamentary Affairs, marking the legal end of the assembly that was originally constituted in May 2021. The outgoing legislative body was established after the Trinamool Congress, under the leadership of Mamata Banerjee, returned to power for a third consecutive term in the state five years ago. The dissolution serves as the formal conclusion to the assembly’s proceedings following…

07 May

West Bengal violence: Bomb attack in Panihati injures five BJP workers hours after Suvendu Adhikari close aide’s murder

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Rajeev Sharma :- Tension gripped parts of West Bengal’s North 24 Parganas district after a crude bomb attack in Panihati left at least five BJP workers injured late Wednesday evening, the police said on Thursday. The incident occurred just hours after the fatal shooting of a close aide of senior BJP leader Suvendu Adhikari. According to police officials, unidentified assailants hurled country-made bombs at a group of BJP workers near St Xavier’s Institute in Panihati. The victims sustained injuries in the explosion and were immediately rushed to RG Kar Medical College and Hospital in Kolkata for treatment. Their condition is…