K.V. Thomas, the former Union Minister and veteran politician, has officially stepped down from his role as the Special Representative of the Kerala government in New Delhi. The resignation follows the recent transition of power in the state, with the United Democratic Front (UDF) government assuming office, effectively concluding the tenure of the previous administration … Read more
A recent meeting between Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) leadership and prominent political strategist Prashant Kishor has ignited intense speculation regarding the party’s future organizational strategy and leadership direction. Sunetra Pawar, a key figure within the NCP and current Deputy Chief Minister of Maharashtra, held discussions with Kishor in Mumbai on Monday, May 18, 2026, alongside … Read more
The National Testing Agency (NTA) has taken the unprecedented step of cancelling the 2026 National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET-UG), a decision that has sent shockwaves through the medical education sector and left millions of aspirants in a state of profound uncertainty. The cancellation follows confirmed reports of a question paper leak concerning the examination … Read more
U.S. President Donald Trump has arrived in Beijing for a high-stakes diplomatic summit with Chinese President Xi Jinping, a visit that comes at a critical juncture for global security and international trade. The meeting is being closely watched by world leaders as the United States seeks a diplomatic pathway to resolve the ongoing conflict in … Read more
India has issued a formal diplomatic protest to Iran after two Indian-flagged merchant vessels were fired upon in the Strait of Hormuz, sparking urgent high-level discussions regarding the safety of commercial shipping in one of the world’s most volatile waterways. The incident, which occurred north of Oman, prompted the Indian government to summon the Iranian … Read more
Kerala Congress Unity Crisis: Jose K Mani’s Urgent Call for Defectors to Return Ahead of State Elections By Jonathan Reed | Editor, News | May 7, 2026 | London, UK In a dramatic escalation of Kerala’s political infighting, Jose K Mani, the leader of the Kerala Congress (M) faction, has issued an ultimatum to elected … Read more
An individual wearing a mask entered a jewellery shop in Kalpetta, Wayanad district, Kerala, and stole gold chains from the counter before fleeing on a motorcycle, according to multiple regional reports. The incident occurred at a fashion jewellery outlet near Chukkam Junction, where the suspect approached the shop under the pretense of examining bangles, then … Read more
An incident in Kerala involving a violent altercation during alcohol consumption has drawn attention after reports emerged of a young man being struck with a frying pan by a friend, resulting in his death. The event, which took place in the Ernakulam district, has prompted discussions about interpersonal violence and the risks associated with unregulated … Read more
Malayalam filmmaker Ranjith is under investigation for sexual assault, with authorities questioning individuals close to him as part of a special probe. The case has drawn significant attention in Kerala, where Ranjith is a prominent figure in the film industry. Police sources indicate the investigation is in its final stages, focusing on verifying accounts from … Read more
Authorities in India are grappling with a complex legal puzzle involving the Kumbh Mela viral girl marriage controversy, as investigators discover the woman at the center of the storm possesses two different official birth dates. The discrepancy has created significant confusion for police and government officials, complicating efforts to determine if the marriage was legal … Read more