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Bhagwant Mann, Punjab’s chief minister, defended his criticism of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s foreign trips. He questioned the benefits of these visits for India. Mann also raised concerns about business deals following Modi’s travels. The MEA had earlier condemned Mann’s remarks as irresponsible. They stated that his comments could damage India’s relationships with Global South countries.

Tensions escalate between Shashi Tharoor and the Congress party as Kerala leaders criticize his CM aspirations ahead of the upcoming state polls. Tharoor’s self-promotion, including sharing a survey favoring him, has sparked controversy within the party. Senior leaders emphasize the party’s internal process for selecting a CM candidate, downplaying Tharoor’s chances.

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As the mango season peaks, your infographic reveals how India’s diverse geographies shape not just taste—but the sheer volume—of mangoes produced across the nation.

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Rahul Gandhi alleges that the Election Commission is working for the BJP. He claims a conspiracy to steal the Bihar election, similar to Maharashtra. He questions the sudden increase in voters in Maharashtra. He says the Election Commission isn’t providing voter lists. The Supreme Court upheld the Election Commission’s voter roll revision in Bihar.

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A preliminary report on the Air India 171 crash, which killed 241 onboard and over 30 on the ground, is expected soon. Investigators are focusing on the possibility of fuel control switch movement as a potential cause for the dual engine failure shortly after takeoff.

National Security Advisor (NSA) Ajit Doval criticised foreign media for allegedly misleading coverage of India’s ‘Operation Sindoor,’ a counterterror military action against Pakistan. Doval highlighted the precision of the operation, which targeted nine terrorist hubs deep inside Pakistan and PoK, and challenged the Western media to show evidence of Indian damage.

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Kubbawala Mustafa, wanted for running a synthetic drugs factory, has been deported from the UAE to India. The CBI, in coordination with Interpol and Mumbai Police, orchestrated the operation. Mustafa is accused of manufacturing mephedrone, a party drug, and supplying raw materials from Ahmedabad to a drug syndicate in Gujarat.

In Gurugram, Haryana, 25-year-old tennis player Radhika Yadav was fatally shot by her father, Deepak Yadav, at their home. Police arrested Deepak, who confessed, citing his disapproval of Radhika’s tennis academy as the motive. Other explored theories include his discontent with her social media presence and insecurities about relying on her income, despite the family’s stable financial situation.