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Tamil Nadu is getting its first multi-party government! Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay will swear in at least 21 ministers on Thursday. Congress is joining the state cabinet after 59 years. AICC general secretary said, "Congress joins the state cabinet after a gap of 59 years." This marks a new era for the state.
Akhilesh Yadav claims the BJP government is taking away reservation rights for PDA groups in UP. He said, "PDA is not getting its rights under the BJP rule." An audit report showed many reserved seats for OBCs, Dalits, and minorities were left unfilled in various recruitments, like the 69,000 teacher jobs.
The UP BJP chief said Rahul Gandhi's remarks on PM Modi's foreign talks show "immature mindset and frustration." He feels Gandhi can't accept India's growing global standing. The BJP leader also criticized the Samajwadi Party, saying people have rejected their politics. He added that Modi's foreign visits help India's economy and jobs.
India slammed Pakistan at the UNSC, accusing them of a "long-tainted record of genocidal acts." India's envoy said Pakistan's military forces caused 750 civilian deaths and injuries in Afghanistan in early 2026, mostly from airstrikes. He highlighted a specific strike on a Kabul hospital during Ramadan that killed 269 civilians.
A Nagpur cop was moved after a video showed him telling a family searching for their missing daughter, "There is no diesel in our vehicle." This sparked outrage, with critics calling it a "collapse of the system." The officer was sent to the control room pending further action.
Falta is voting again today, May 21, because the first vote was cancelled. They're bringing in way more security, with eight guards at each booth instead of four. The official said, "Security arrangements have therefore been significantly strengthened." Plus, there are cameras everywhere and even drones watching. TMC's Jahangir Khan also stepped out of the race.
Things got heated during an anti-encroachment drive in Garib Nagar on Wednesday. After a religious spot was partly demolished, locals got upset. Police said "some anti-social elements tried to obstruct the work by pelting stones." Seven cops got hurt, and 10 people were held. The drive is still going on.
Tensions between Sena and BJP are now in Thane, but roles are flipped from Mumbai. Thane's Deputy Mayor, Krishna Patil, challenged Sena corporators to resign and face new elections. He said, "If the Shiv Sena feels we should be out of power, then we will resign." This follows Sena pushing through many resolutions, leaving BJP feeling sidelined.
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio is visiting India from May 23-26, with a special stop in Kolkata. This is his first trip to India. He'll talk about "energy security, trade, and defence cooperation" with Indian leaders. His Kolkata visit is notable because it's the oldest US consulate, and he's the first Secretary of State there since 2012.
Rahul Gandhi called PM Modi and Amit Shah "traitors" for attacking the Constitution and harming the poor. He said, "Narendra Modi-Amit Shah are traitors because they have attacked the Constitution." Gandhi also warned of a big economic crisis, saying prices will rise and common people will suffer while the rich are protected.
BJP chief Nitin Nabin said Rahul Gandhi's "traitor" remark on PM Modi shows his "anarchic mindset." Nabin added that Gandhi insulted 140 crore citizens and will pay a heavy price. He argued that Modi's leadership keeps borders secure and fights corruption, unlike past Congress rule.
Naga women protested in Manipur, demanding the release of six Naga civilians held hostage by Kuki militants. This follows a May 13 incident where four civilians were killed, leading to retaliatory abductions. The United Naga Council said, "If they are alive, they must be released unconditionally." They seek the hostages' safe return or their remains.