The Board of Control for Cricket in India has officially announced the TATA IPL 2026 playoffs schedule. Qualifier 1 will be held in Dharamshala, while New Chandigarh will host the Eliminator and Qualifier 2. The grand finale is set to take place at the iconic Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad.
After the 2026 Tamil Nadu election setback, Rajinikanth met DMK chief M. K. Stalin and assured his support during the tough phase. The gesture comes amid political churn in the state, with shifting alliances and power equations following the surprising election results.
Congress has extended its support to TVK to form the government in Tamil Nadu, marking a crucial political development. The party also indicated that this alliance is not temporary and will continue for upcoming elections, including local body polls, Lok Sabha, and Rajya Sabha, strengthening ties between both sides.
Congress leader Karti Chidambaram stated that the party can align with TVK in Tamil Nadu while maintaining ties with DMK at the national level. He said such arrangements are common in politics, citing Kerala and Tamil Nadu examples, and called the mandate a clear sign of change in Tamil Nadu politics.
A CRPF head constable Surinder Singh from Hyderabad died while on duty at a camp in Shopian district, Jammu and Kashmir. He reportedly collapsed suddenly during duty on Tuesday. Though rushed to hospital, doctors confirmed his death. Officials have registered a case and started an investigation into the cause.
In a stunning upset, 28 year old S Kamali defeated Union Minister L Murugan from Avinashi SC constituency by 15,000 votes. A free tuition teacher and Vijay supporter, she campaigned with her four month old baby. Impressed by her dedication, Vijay gave her a TVK ticket, leading to a remarkable victory.
A gunman opened fire near a shopping plaza in Carrollton, Texas, killing two people and injuring three others. Police confirmed the attack was targeted, linked to a business dispute, not random. The suspect, who knew the victims, was arrested after a brief chase. Investigation is ongoing.
Tension gripped Kolkata after a Trinamool Congress office near New Market was allegedly demolished using a bulldozer just a day after poll results. Panic spread in the busy market area as shops shut abruptly. Police rushed to the spot and tightened security amid rising post-election unrest.
Tamil Nadu Governor Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar stated that TVK chief Vijay can prove his majority even without forming a formal alliance, by securing outside support. He clarified that constitutional provisions allow such a possibility in government formation.
National media reports suggest Congress is set to extend conditional support to Vijay’s TVK in Tamil Nadu, seeking cabinet berths and key board chairman posts in return. The alliance is said to be sealed, though there is no official confirmation yet, with a formal announcement expected very soon.
In a significant political turn, K. C. Venugopal confirmed that Vijay has sought Indian National Congress support to form the Tamil Nadu government. Congress stressed its commitment to a secular mandate and constitutional values, directing state leaders to decide based on public sentiment reflected in the verdict.
After a crushing defeat in the 2026 West Bengal elections, Mamata Banerjee refused to step down, claiming her party achieved a “moral victory.” She alleged poll irregularities and questioned the mandate, despite BJP’s landslide win, setting the stage for a major political showdown in the state.
VCK chief Thirumavalavan said no decision has been taken yet on supporting TVK. Leaders of VCK, CPI and CPM will meet MK Stalin around 11 AM and inform the media after discussions on government formation and alliance.
Fauzi film unit met with a road accident while travelling for a shoot, leaving one person feared dead and several others injured. The incident occurred en route to the shooting location. The injured were rushed to nearby hospitals for treatment. Authorities are examining the cause of the accident reports said.
Vijay writes to Tamil Nadu Governor Rajendra Arlekar, seeking invitation to form government after TVK’s 108-seat win. letter, reportedly sent via email to Raj Bhavan, assures proof of majority within two weeks. TVK leaders express confidence in securing support and staking claim to power in the Assembly.
Vizag has received a major development push as the Centre issued a gazette notification for the South Coast Railway Zone. Starting June 1, 2026, the zone will function with Visakhapatnam as its headquarters, covering Guntakal, Guntur, and Vijayawada divisions. The long-awaited project marks a key milestone, paving the way for official operations and regional railway expansion.
Sandeep Reddy Vanga hailed Vijay after his sensational political victory with TVK. Calling it “cinema stepping into real power,” he said films can move people, shake systems, and create change. Vanga’s emotional message congratulated Vijay for translating on-screen influence into a landmark real-world political success.
A security scare unfolded near the White House after an armed man opened fire at security forces. United States Secret Service agents responded with counterfire, briefly locking down the area. Officials said JD Vance’s convoy had passed the route shortly before the incident, while President Trump was inside the White House at the time.
Sunetra Pawar created history by winning the Baramati by-election with a massive margin of 2,18,034 votes. The victory is being called the biggest-ever win margin in an assembly election in India, breaking the earlier record from Uttar Pradesh.
A shocking result has emerged from the West Bengal elections, with Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee losing from Bhabanipur constituency. BJP leader Suvendu Adhikari defeated her with a margin of over 10,000 votes. The result also recalls his earlier victory over Mamata in Nandigram, marking a dramatic political turnaround in the state.