CM Chandrababu Naidu posed with a gun alongside Indian Defence Minister Rajnath Singh during the AMCA foundation ceremony, creating a striking moment. However, many noticed the absence of Deputy CM Pawan Kalyan, widely known for his love for weapons and action imagery, from the high profile frame that quickly grabbed attention online.

US First Lady Melania Trump skipped President Donald Trump’s China visit and stayed in Washington DC to focus on child welfare and foster care initiatives linked to her “Be Best” campaign. Reports said she marked 180 days of the “Fostering the Future” Executive Order. Unlike Trump’s 2017 China visit, Melania did not join the delegation this time, while Trump travelled with officials and business leaders.

The National Testing Agency (NTA), with approval from the Government of India, has officially announced the re-examination for NEET (UG) 2026. The exam will now be conducted on Sunday, June 21, 2026. The decision comes amid ongoing concerns and demands from aspirants seeking a fair and transparent medical entrance examination process across the country.

In a major blow to consumers, petrol and diesel prices across India were increased by nearly ₹3 per litre on Friday. In Delhi, petrol now costs ₹97.77 while diesel reached ₹90.67. The hike comes amid rising global crude oil prices and West Asia tensions, raising fears of fresh inflation and higher transport costs nationwide.

The SIT probing the POCSO case against Sai Bhageerath is preparing to recreate the alleged incidents at multiple locations, including the Moinabad farmhouse. Victim alleged she was forced to consume alcohol on December 31 night. Teams searched Delhi and Karimnagar as Bhageerath remains unavailable. The Telangana High Court will hear his interim protection plea on May 15.

Dhurandhar 2 has started streaming in its uncensored version on Netflix outside India, surprising fans with an early international release. Indian audiences, however, will have to wait a little longer, as the film is set to premiere from tomorrow on JioHotstar.

Delhi High Court Justice Swarana Kanta Sharma has initiated criminal contempt proceedings against Arvind Kejriwal for allegedly targeting the judge through defamatory letters and edited videos. Action has also been initiated against Manish Sisodia, Sanjay Singh, Vinay Mishra and Saurabh Bharadwaj.

In a major move following Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s fuel-saving appeal, the Delhi government has announced mandatory work-from-home for two days a week for government employees. Chief Minister Rekha Gupta also introduced “Metro Monday,” online meetings, reduced official vehicle usage, and a ban on foreign tours for officials to cut fuel consumption.

The TVK government has intensified its crackdown on liquor sales in Tamil Nadu. After ordering the removal of TASMAC outlets near schools, colleges, and places of worship earlier, Chief Minister Vijay has now warned of strict action against shops selling alcohol to people below 21 years of age.

Jamie Overton has suffered a right thigh injury and will return to the UK for further assessment, dealing a major blow to Chennai Super Kings. Overton played a crucial role with the ball and also delivered valuable finishing runs in key matches, making his absence a serious setback for CSK’s campaign.

Some Hyderabad exhibitors are preparing to respond strongly to the Producers’ press meet held today. They are likely to either conduct a separate press meet or appear on a live television debate tomorrow, escalating the ongoing percentage sharing controversy in Tollywood.

Telangana minister Adluri Laxman Kumar narrowly escaped a major accident in Karimnagar after a lift rope snapped while he was inside. Staff rescued him safely after the incident at a hospital he visited to meet an injured farmer. The minister sustained minor injuries and received treatment.

Actress Mouni Roy has finally addressed ongoing rumours about her alleged separation from husband Suraj Nambiar. Speculation began after the couple reportedly unfollowed each other on social media, sparking intense online debate. Mouni has now urged media and fans to avoid false narratives and respect their personal space. She requested privacy and asked people not to jump to conclusions about their relationship status.

Reserve Bank of India Governor Sanjay Malhotra warned that India may raise fuel prices if crude oil remains elevated due to Middle East tensions. The Reserve Bank of India cautioned that sustained supply shocks could push inflation higher and force government pass-through of global energy costs to consumers going forward.

The appointment of astrologer Radhan Pandit as OSD to Chief Minister Vijay has been revoked following strong public criticism and backlash. The decision came after widespread debate over the appointment, with authorities reversing the order amid growing political and public pressure.

Popular Kannada actor and producer Dileep Raj passed away on Wednesday after suffering a massive heart attack at the age of 47. Known for films like Milana and U-Turn, Dileep Raj was also a familiar face on Kannada television. His sudden demise has left the Kannada film industry and fans deeply saddened.

The Active Telugu Film Producers Guild will address the media at 4 PM today to clarify its stand on the ongoing percentage sharing demands raised by exhibitors. Leading producers including Mythri Ravi, Sithara Vamsi, Swapna Dutt, Satish Kilaru, Bapineedu, SKN, Supriya Yarlagadda, and others are expected to attend.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has reportedly reduced the size of his convoy during recent domestic visits, including in Gujarat and Assam, while maintaining essential SPG security protocols. Sources say Modi also encouraged the use of electric vehicles in the convoy wherever possible without making fresh purchases, signaling a push towards efficiency and sustainability.

Prateek Yadav, the younger son of late Samajwadi Party founder Mulayam Singh Yadav and stepbrother of Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav, passed away in Lucknow at the age of 38. Prateek, husband of BJP leader Aparna Yadav, was reportedly brought dead to a civil hospital. The exact cause of death is yet to be officially confirmed.

A couple of days after Prime Minister Narendra Modi asking the people not to buy gold for an year, Government of India increased Import Duty on Gold, Silver, and other precious metals upto 10%. This is to discourage Gold Buying.