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Who attacked Abhishek Banerjee? TMC, BJP pin blame on each other

Who attacked Abhishek Banerjee? TMC, BJP pin blame on each other

India Today

Trinamool Congress MP Abhishek Banerjee was attacked on Saturday while visiting victims of post-poll violence. The TMC says it was a BJP mob, while the BJP claims it was an internal TMC fight. Police arrested five people. Banerjee alleged "BJP activists were trying to kill him."

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Mantri Pradhan's Ministry of Scandals': Congress flags CBSE answer sheets 'data breach

Mantri Pradhan's Ministry of Scandals': Congress flags CBSE answer sheets 'data breach

The Hindu

Congress is really upset because answer sheets for 2 million CBSE Grade 12 students were found online. They called it "a data breach of monumental proportions" and said it shows the ministry's carelessness. The party thinks the company hired might have gotten the job unfairly, and the scans look like they were done on phones, not proper machines.

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General Subramani takes charge as India's new CDS: All about the 'Pakistan-China expert'

General Subramani takes charge as India's new CDS: All about the 'Pakistan-China expert'

Hindustan Times

General Subramani is India's new CDS! He said, "We will accelerate the development, induction and integration of indigenous weapons." He's known as a "Pakistan-China expert" and has nearly four decades of service, holding many important roles. He's committed to protecting India's borders and its people.

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Maratha quota: Jarange ends fast after talks with govt delegation

Maratha quota: Jarange ends fast after talks with govt delegation

The Hindu

Maratha quota activist Manoj Jarange ended his indefinite fast after talks with the Maharashtra government. He started his hunger strike on Saturday, May 30, 2026. The government gave him a 12-point proposal, agreeing to provide certificates based on identified Kunbi records. Jarange said the government promised financial aid for families of those who died for the cause.

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Abhishek Banerjee 'attack' accused linked to ex-TMC MLA Lovely Maitra? What we know

Abhishek Banerjee 'attack' accused linked to ex-TMC MLA Lovely Maitra? What we know

Hindustan Times

TMC MP Abhishek Banerjee was attacked with stones and eggs in Sonarpur on Saturday. Five people were arrested, and police said they are looking into connections to ex-TMC MLA Lovely Maitra. BJP leader Sukanta Majumdar claimed the accused are TMC workers close to Maitra. Maitra denied this, saying some attackers are BJP workers.

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'Foul smell, dirty toilet seats, no lighting': BMC orders prompt maintenance of 58 public toilets

'Foul smell, dirty toilet seats, no lighting': BMC orders prompt maintenance of 58 public toilets

Indian Express

BMC is fixing up 58 public toilets in north Mumbai because they're in bad shape. They've given contractors three months to make them better, with things like fixing doors, painting, and cleaning. An official said, "some of the remedial measures include repair and replacement of damaged fixtures." This is part of the Swacch Bharat Mission.

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TMC MP Kalyan Banerjee allegedly attacked, a day after Abhishek Banerjee assault

TMC MP Kalyan Banerjee allegedly attacked, a day after Abhishek Banerjee assault

WION

TMC MP Kalyan Banerjee was allegedly attacked and injured on Sunday, May 31, outside a police station in Hooghly. This happened just a day after Abhishek Banerjee was also heckled. Kalyan Banerjee claimed he was "hit on my head, and I am bleeding" and blamed BJP supporters, while the BJP said it reflected public anger.

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Experts Explain | Can Election Commission determine if someone is an Indian citizen? What Supreme Court said in SIR verdict

Experts Explain | Can Election Commission determine if someone is an Indian citizen? What Supreme Court said in SIR verdict

Indian Express

The Supreme Court said the Election Commission can check if someone is an Indian citizen. This happened on May 27, when the court backed the ECI's plan to update voter lists. The court felt the ECI has the power to do this, and it's best placed to figure out how.

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As Jarange-Patil ends fast, government cautious on OBC quota and Satara Gazette

As Jarange-Patil ends fast, government cautious on OBC quota and Satara Gazette

Indian Express

Manoj Jarange-Patil ended his fast after the government promised to look into Maratha reservation demands. Chief Minister Fadnavis said, "The government is committed to Maratha reservation. At the same time, it has ensured the OBC quota is not diluted." He stressed that decisions must pass legal checks, while OBC groups warned of backlash if their quota is touched.

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17-year-old Soros agents: Rahul Gandhi jabs BJP during chat with Class 12 students

17-year-old Soros agents: Rahul Gandhi jabs BJP during chat with Class 12 students

India Today

Rahul Gandhi met with Class 12 students who felt their exam marks were unfairly evaluated. He shared a video saying, "They deserve a bright and secure future." The students claimed they found major issues with their re-evaluated answer sheets and faced backlash for questioning the system. Gandhi called them "brilliant, brave young Indians."

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'You Are Arrogant, You Did Wrong': Mamata Banerjee Heard Scolding Hospital CEO, BJP Shares Video

'You Are Arrogant, You Did Wrong': Mamata Banerjee Heard Scolding Hospital CEO, BJP Shares Video

Republic World

Mamata Banerjee was heard scolding a hospital CEO after her nephew Abhishek was treated there. She told him, "You did wrong," and accused them of not handling things right. This happened after Abhishek was allegedly attacked during a visit. The BJP shared a video of the scolding, sparking more political arguments.

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BJP Alleges Mamata Pressured Private Hospital to Admit Abhishek

BJP Alleges Mamata Pressured Private Hospital to Admit Abhishek

Deccan Chronicle

The BJP is saying Mamata Banerjee pushed a private hospital to admit her nephew Abhishek Banerjee, even though doctors said he wasn't badly hurt. BJP spokesperson Debjit Sarkar shared an audio clip, claiming Mamata "expressed anger over the hospital's reluctance." This happened after Abhishek was attacked during a visit.

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