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President Trump said Iran agreed to no nuclear weapons, a key demand. He sent a tougher peace proposal to Tehran on May 31, 2026, aiming to end the West Asia war and reopen the Strait of Hormuz. Despite this, Iran has cast doubt on his claims, and talks remain difficult.
Assam's cabinet is getting bigger on June 5, with new faces possibly replacing some old ministers. Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma announced, "the council of ministers...will be expanded on June 5, 2026." This comes after he met PM Modi. The BJP won big, so allies might get fewer spots.
Maratha activist Manoj Jarange-Patil ended his hunger strike Sunday after the government offered a 12-point proposal. He had been protesting for Maratha reservation, demanding Kunbi certificates for the community. The government agreed to issue certificates based on records and speed up the process. Jarange-Patil said, "The government had agreed to issue certificates."
Mamata Banerjee slammed the BJP, saying "Rulers became killers" after her nephew Abhishek Banerjee was attacked. She alleged hospitals were pressured not to admit him. West Bengal Police arrested five people in connection with the incident, while the BJP denied any involvement. Abhishek suffered blunt injuries.
Seven people were picked up after an assault on TMC leader Abhishek Banerjee in Sonarpur. Police said, "Five people have been formally arrested." They are investigating the incident where Banerjee was allegedly pulled from a motorcycle and heckled. Raids are ongoing to find more suspects.
Get ready for bank holidays in June 2026! Banks will close on different days across states for festivals like Raja Sankranti and Moharrum. The RBI's list shows closures vary by region. Remember, online services like ATMs and UPI will still work, but plan ahead for branch visits.
Five people were arrested after TMC MP Abhishek Banerjee was attacked with stones and eggs in Sonarpur, West Bengal. He sustained minor injuries. Police said, "Five of them were arrested after questioning." The incident happened while Banerjee was meeting victims' families. The TMC called it an attempt to murder.
Independents are now a big deal in Punjab's local elections, coming in third after AAP and Congress! They won 251 seats, beating out SAD and BJP. This shows local leaders and rebels can win without big party backing. One Independent MLA even helped his backed candidates win a majority in Sultanpur Lodhi.
TMC MLA Kunal Ghosh is upset with his own party leaders for not speaking up after Abhishek Banerjee was allegedly attacked. He said, "posts from many MPs, MLAs... of our own party did not catch my eye." Ghosh feels many who benefited from the party are now silent when support is needed, calling the attack a conspiracy.
Five people were arrested for attacking Abhishek Banerjee on May 31, 2026. Mamata Banerjee said police pressured hospitals not to admit him. She also mentioned Rahul Gandhi offered treatment in Hyderabad. This happened after Banerjee visited a worker's home, allegedly killed in post-poll violence.
The U.S. military hit a boat in the Eastern Pacific on Saturday, May 31, 2026, killing three men. U.S. Southern Command said "the vessel was transiting along known narco-trafficking routes." This strike adds to over 200 deaths since the offensive began, though definitive proof of drug trafficking involvement is lacking.
General NS Raja Subramani took charge as India's new Chief of Defence Staff on Saturday. He said, "We are committed to implementing the Prime Minister's vision of JAI." His focus will be on strengthening jointness among the Army, Navy, and Air Force, promoting self-reliance, and driving innovation in defence.