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Siddaramaiah Announces Resignation as Karnataka CM, DK Shivakumar Likely to Take Over
Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah has reportedly informed his cabinet colleagues about his resignation, with an official announcement expected soon. Deputy Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar is likely to become the next Chief Minister as the Congress leadership prepares for a major transition in the state government.
Supreme Court Upholds Retrospective GST on Online Gaming Companies
The Supreme Court has upheld the government’s decision to impose retrospective GST on online gaming companies, ruling that 28 per cent tax can be levied on the full value of bets placed through gaming platforms. The verdict is expected to have massive financial implications for the industry, with total liabilities
Assam Assembly Passes Controversial UCC Bill After Heated Five-Hour Debate
The Assam Assembly on Wednesday passed the controversial Uniform Civil Code (UCC) Bill by voice vote after a marathon five-hour debate. The legislation makes registration of marriages, divorces and live-in relationships mandatory, bans polygamy, and has triggered strong political opposition over its exclusion of Scheduled Tribes and alleged targeting of
Amit Shah Chairs High-Level Security Review Meeting in Bikaner, Focus on Strengthening India-Pak Border Security
Union Home and Cooperation Minister Amit Shah chaired a high-level security review meeting in Bikaner to assess security arrangements along the India-Pakistan International Border. The meeting focused on stronger coordination, strict enforcement measures, border development and implementation of a “360-degree security grid” in border districts.
Gujarat Reports First Suspected Ebola Case Amid Rising Cases in Africa
Gujarat has reported its first suspected Ebola case after a man from Vadodara showing Ebola-like symptoms was admitted to Ahmedabad Civil Hospital. Authorities have intensified airport screening and isolation measures as cases rise in African countries including Uganda, Congo, and South Sudan. Special isolation wards have also been prepared.
Cabinet Approves ₹25,530 Crore SARTHAK-PDS Scheme Till 2031 to Modernise Food Distribution System
The Union Cabinet has approved the continuation of the SARTHAK-PDS programme for another five years with an allocation of ₹25,530 crore till March 2031. The scheme aims to modernise the public distribution system through technology-driven reforms, improved logistics, real-time monitoring, and better last-mile delivery of subsidised foodgrains.
Delhi Metro Plans Mega Phase-5B Expansion: 7 New Corridors, 65 Stations to Boost Outer Delhi Connectivity
Delhi Government and DMRC unveil an ambitious Rs 48,000-crore plan featuring 97 kilometres of new network, with a targeted deadline of 2029 for the first four priority corridors.
Four DRG Jawans Killed in IED Blast During De-Mining Operation in Chhattisgarh
Tragic incident marks the first major Naxal-related violence after the central government officially declared the country free from Left-Wing Extremism-affected districts on March 31.
CBI Arrests Fugitive in ₹2,672-Crore Bank Fraud After UAE Extradition
Kamlesh Parekh, a promoter of Kolkata-based Shree Ganesh Jewellery House, was brought back from the UAE and arrested by the CBI on May 1 in connection with an alleged massive fraud involving 25 banks led by SBI.
India, Ecuador Explore Preferential Trade Deal to Boost Ties
External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar and his Ecuadorian counterpart Gabriela Sommerfeld Rosero hold key bilateral talks to strengthen cooperation across trade, healthcare, agriculture, and digital technology.
