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Kalyan Banerjee, a TMC MP, was hurt in West Bengal after locals shouted "Chor, Chor" and showed black flags. This happened a day after Abhishek Banerjee faced a similar mob attack. Banerjee claimed BJP workers threw bricks, causing head injuries. He alleged police fled on BJP's orders.
Bengaluru civic polls are now expected before August 31, after D.K. Shivakumar became Chief Minister. Sources said, "he wants to be done with the the GBA polls". This shows his eagerness to hold elections within the Supreme Court's deadline, aiming to consolidate his position early in his term.
A huge blast at a mining explosives warehouse in Myanmar killed over 45 people, including kids. A rescuer said, "46 bodies... had been recovered." Many were hurt, and homes were damaged. The explosives were stored by a local group for mining, and they're looking into what caused the explosion.
The BJP is hosting Nepal's ruling party delegation starting Monday, June 1, 2026. This visit aims to "initiate party-to-party engagement" and discuss democratic processes. It's seen as a way to boost talks between India and Nepal, especially after Nepal's PM claimed some Indian territory was encroached upon.
Iran's chief negotiator said on Sunday (May 31, 2026) that the U.S. cannot be trusted. He stressed that Iran won't agree to any deal unless its rights are fully secured. This comes as reports say President Trump sent a tougher proposal, highlighting the big differences still needing to be resolved for peace.
Former Jharkhand CM Champai Soren said the Centre kept tribal communities out of the UCC to protect their customs. He noted Mahatma Gandhi called tribals 'Girijan' and the word 'Vanvasi' links to Ram's exile. Soren also discussed the Christian community's minority status and reservation benefits for converted tribals.
Rabri Devi was given 15 days to leave her Patna bungalow. She refused a second notice, saying, "Evict me by force." The bungalow was given to Minister Nandkishor Ram, who feels Rabri Devi is refusing because he is Dalit. The RJD says the government is using this to create a political story.
Thiruvananthapuram Corporation is facing heat for city waterlogging after light rains. Opposition blames poor cleaning, and residents are angry online. Mayor V.V. Rajesh said, "We are not running away from the issue." The state government promised action, with the Irrigation department checking the cause and canals to be cleaned.
Only 19 out of 80 TMC MLAs showed up for a meeting about a forgery probe. The party postponed it because many were protesting Abhishek Banerjee being heckled. Leaders said "Many of the MLAs called the leadership yesterday after the incident." The low turnout comes as Abhishek is due to be questioned by the CID.
CPI leader D Raja urged the INDIA bloc to stay united, saying "this is not the time to contemplate a third front." He stressed the need for trust and accommodation among partners to collectively fight the BJP, especially with recent strains between Congress and DMK.
DK Shivakumar is keeping his Karnataka CM oath ceremony low-key on June 3. He said, "we do not want chaos in Bengaluru city." This is to avoid traffic jams from many Congress supporters coming to the capital. The event will be broadcast live for those who can't attend.
Signs of a truce are appearing between Vellappally Natesan and Chief Minister V.D. Satheesan. Natesan's son visited Satheesan, and the Labour Minister called on Natesan. Natesan previously criticized Satheesan sharply, but now says he "never questioned Mr. Satheesan's merit." This shift follows earlier bitter exchanges.