Bengal Cabinet Clears Rs 3,000 Women's Aid And Free Bus Travel Suvendu Adhikari's cabinet decisions in West Bengal have brought major welfare and policy changes, including women’s financial support, free bus travel, and the phasing out of religion-based schemes. Women To Get Rs 3,000 Under Annapurna Yojana The Bengal second cabinet meeting approved the Annapurna Yojana, West Bengal, under which eligible women will rec

UDF Returns To Power In Kerala After 10 Years VD Satheesan was sworn in as Kerala’s new Chief Minister, marking the United Democratic Front’s return to power after a 10-year gap. UDF Forms Government In Kerala Congress leader VD Satheesan took oath as the Chief Minister of Kerala at a grand ceremony in Thiruvananthapuram. The United Democratic Front secured a strong victory by winning 102 seats in the 140-member Assembly,

Fuel Price Hike Fear Grows After Russian Oil Waiver Ends Russian Oil Waiver Ends, Fuel Price Pressure Rises India may face fresh pressure on petrol and diesel prices after the United States allowed a key sanctions waiver on Russian seaborne oil purchases to expire. The decision comes at a sensitive time when global crude oil prices are already rising due to West Asia tensions and fears of supply disruption around the Strait of Horm

Revanth Reddy’s Telangana 2034 Roadmap Signals Bigger National Role Revanth Reddy’s 2034 Telangana Roadmap Telangana Chief Minister Revanth Reddy has drawn major political attention after publicly outlining his Revanth Reddy 2034 plan, signalling that he aims to remain at the centre of Telangana politics until 2034 before moving towards a larger Delhi ambition. His st

India Responds To Dutch Concerns Over Press Freedom And Minority Rights   India Responds To Dutch Remarks On Press Freedom And Minority Rights India has firmly rejected reported concerns raised in the Netherlands over press freedom and minority rights, stating that such comments show a lack of understanding about the country’s democratic values and diverse social structure. The response came during Prime Minister Narendra Modi?

Union Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw virtually flagged off the new Bengaluru–Mumbai Express train on Sunday, May 17, 2026, marking a major boost to rail connectivity between Karnataka and Maharashtra. The new service is expected to benefit passengers travelling between Bengaluru and Mumbai, two of India’s busiest urban and business hubs. According to officials, the train strengthens direct connectivity and addresses a long-pending demand from passengers in both South and North Karnataka.

Indian Student Visa Holder Wins Scottish Parliament Seat Student Visa Holder Wins Seat Indian citizen Q Manivannan has been elected as a member of the Scottish Parliament for the Edinburgh and Lothians East region as a Scottish Green Party regional list member. The case has drawn attention because Manivannan reportedly holds a Student visa linked to a PhD at the University of St Andrews. After completing the PhD, Manivann

Hyderabad Lufthansa Flight Threat Triggers Alert A Hyderabad Lufthansa flight threat created a major security alert at Rajiv Gandhi International Airport after Lufthansa flight LH754 received a bomb alert before landing. The Frankfurt Hyderabad flight was scheduled to arrive at Shamshabad when the airline reportedly received an email claiming that a bomb had been placed on the aircraft. Following the Lufthansa LH754 bomb alert, airport officials immediat

EB-1, EB-2 And EB-5 Updates For Indian Green Card Applicants US June Visa Bulletin Released The U.S. Department of State has released the June 2026 Visa Bulletin, giving the latest update on immigrant visa availability, final action dates, and dates for filing applications. The bulletin is important for employment-based green card applicants from India, especially those waiting under EB-1, EB-2, and EB-5 categories. Accor

NEET-UG 2026 Re-Exam To Be Held On June 21 After Paper Leak Row NEET-UG 2026 Retest Date Confirmed The National Testing Agency has announced the NEET-UG 2026 retest date after the earlier medical entrance exam faced cancellation following paper leak concerns. As per the latest NTA NEET update, the re-examination is scheduled to be held on Sunday, June 21, 2026, with the approval of the Gov

OPT Visa Crackdown Raises Concern For Indian Students In US ICE Probes OPT Visa Misuse US Immigration and Customs Enforcement has identified around 10,000 foreign students, including several Indians, who allegedly claimed employment with highly suspect companies under the Optional Practical Training program. OPT allows F-1 student visa holders to work in the United States after graduation for 12 months, while STEM students may qualify for longer e

US Visa Restrictions Target Alleged Fentanyl Supply Network   US Targets Alleged Fentanyl Network The United States has imposed visa restrictions on 13 individuals linked to an India-based online pharmacy accused of selling counterfeit prescription pills laced with fentanyl to people in America. The action is part of Washington’s wider crackdown on global opioid trafficking networks. According to the U.S. Department o

Petrol And Diesel Prices Rise Across India After Crude Oil Surge Petrol Diesel Price Hike 2026 Updates Petrol and diesel prices were increased by Rs 3 per litre across India on Friday, May 15, 2026, as rising global crude oil prices added pressure on oil marketing companies. The latest petrol diesel price hike 2026 has become a major India fuel news update, with fuel price increase India trends showing higher petrol, diesel, and CN

NEET UG 2026 Cancelled After Paper Leak Row Sparks Nationwide Outrage NEET UG 2026, conducted on May 3 for more than 22 lakh medical aspirants across India, has been cancelled following allegations of a major paper leak that triggered nationwide outrage. The National Testing Agency (NTA) confirmed that a re-exam will be conducted soon, while the central government has ordered a CBI investigation i

On Thursday, May 14, 2026, the Karnataka government announced a major policy decision by withdrawing the 2022 order linked to hijab restrictions in educational institutions. The move allows students to wear hijab again in schools and colleges across the state and has triggered fresh conversations on education rights, religious expression, and school policies in India. The hijab issue first emerged as a major national discussion after students in Karnataka objected to restrictions im