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India Wins 5 Medals at 11th Sanda World Cup 2026

India delivered an impressive performance at the 11th Sanda World Cup held in Macau on 15 May 2026, winning a total of 5 medals — 2 gold, 1 silver, and 2 bronze.

The Indian women athletes starred in the tournament by winning both gold medals:

  • Shivani won gold in the women’s 75kg category after defeating her Russian opponent.
  • Aparna secured gold in the 52kg category.

In the men’s section:

  • Kushal Kumar of the Indian Air Force won a silver medal in the 48kg category.
  • Kareena Kaushik and Sagar Dhaiya won bronze medals.

About Wushu

Wushu is a traditional Chinese martial art and combat sport. Wushu has been a core, official medal sport at the Asian Games since 1990. It features two main disciplines: Taolu (routine performance) and Sanda (full-contact combat).

India-UAE Sign Major Agreements on Energy and Defence Cooperation

On 15 May 2026, India and the UAE signed important agreements during Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to Abu Dhabi. UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan held talks with PM Modi amid the ongoing West Asia conflict.

Key Points

  • UAE pledged investments worth 5 billion US dollars in India.
  • India and UAE signed agreements on:
    • Strategic petroleum reserves
    • Long-term LPG supply
    • Defence cooperation
  • ADNOC and ISPRL signed a pact to enhance India’s energy security.
  • UAE participation in India’s strategic petroleum reserves will increase to 30 million barrels.
  • Both countries will cooperate in LNG and LPG storage facilities.
  • A strategic defence partnership framework was also signed for technology sharing, defence production, and regional security.
  • PM Modi condemned recent attacks on the UAE and reaffirmed India’s support.

VD Satheesan Becomes Kerala’s 13th Chief Minister

VD Satheesan was officially appointed as the 13th Chief Minister of Kerala on 14 May 2026 after the Congress-led United Democratic Front (UDF) secured a decisive victory in the Assembly elections. The UDF won 102 out of 140 seats, ending the 10-year rule of the CPI(M)-led Left Democratic Front (LDF).

Satheesan, a senior Congress leader, represents the Paravur constituency in Ernakulam district and won his sixth consecutive term in 2026. He succeeded former Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan.

Born on 31 May 1964 in Kochi, VD Satheesan studied social work and law before practising at the Kerala High Court. He started his political career through student organisations NSUI and KSU and served as Leader of the Opposition from 2021 to 2026.

US–China Summit 2026: Trump–Xi Talks in Beijing on Global Issues

The US–China Summit (14–15 May 2026 in Beijing) brought President Donald Trump and President Xi Jinping together for high-stakes talks amid global tensions. The summit focused on trade, Taiwan, and the Iran conflict, with both leaders stressing cooperation.

📌 Key Highlights of the Summit

  • Dates & Venue: 14–15 May 2026, Great Hall of the People, Beijing.
  • Leaders: US President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping.

🌍 Strategic & Political Issues

  • Taiwan:
    • Xi warned that mishandling Taiwan could lead to “clashes and even conflicts.”
    • Trump had earlier approved a major arms package for Taiwan, which remains a sensitive flashpoint.
  • Iran Conflict:
    • Both leaders agreed Iran must never be allowed to obtain nuclear weapons.
    • They stressed the importance of keeping the Strait of Hormuz open for global energy supplies.
    • Xi pledged China would not provide military equipment to Iran.

BRICS Foreign Ministers’ Meeting in New Delhi

A two-day BRICS Foreign Ministers’ Meeting began in New Delhi on 14 May 2026 under the chairmanship of External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar. Foreign Ministers and representatives from BRICS member and partner countries are participating in the meeting and will also meet Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

The ministers will discuss important global and regional issues. Sessions during the meeting include themes such as “BRICS@20: Building for Resilience, Innovation, Cooperation and Sustainability” and reforms of global governance and the multilateral system.

India is chairing BRICS in 2026. Several international leaders, including representatives from Iran, Thailand, Cuba, Vietnam, Malaysia, and the UAE, arrived in New Delhi to attend the meeting.

Cabinet Approves MSP for Kharif Crops for Marketing Season 2026-27

The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs (CCEA), chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, approved an increase in the Minimum Support Prices (MSP) for 14 Kharif crops for the 2026-27 marketing season on 13 May 2026.

Important MSP Rates for 2026-27

  • Paddy (Common): ₹2441 per quintal
  • Bajra: ₹2900 per quintal
  • Maize: ₹2410 per quintal
  • Tur/Arhar: ₹8450 per quintal
  • Moong: ₹8780 per quintal
  • Groundnut: ₹7517 per quintal
  • Sunflower Seed: ₹8343 per quintal
  • Cotton (Medium Staple): ₹8267 per quintal

Himanta Biswa Sarma Sworn In as Assam Chief Minister for Second Consecutive Term

Himanta Biswa Sarma was sworn in as the Chief Minister of Assam for a second consecutive term on 12 May 2026 at Veterinary Ground, Khanapara, Guwahati. The oath was administered by Governor Lakshman Prasad Acharya in the presence of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Home Minister Amit Shah, and several NDA leaders.

Along with Himanta Biswa Sarma, four leaders — Rameswar Teli, Ajanta Neog, Atul Bora, and Charan Boro — also took oath as ministers.

The swearing-in marked the third consecutive NDA government in Assam after victories in 2016, 2021, and 2026. In the 126-member Assam Assembly, the NDA secured 102 seats, including 82 seats won by the BJP.

Himanta Biswa Sarma also became the first non-Congress leader in Assam’s history to serve two consecutive terms as Chief Minister.

NEET-UG 2026 Cancelled After Paper Leak; CBI Probe Ordered

The National Testing Agency (NTA) has officially cancelled the NEET-UG 2026 examination conducted on 3 May 2026 after confirmation of a paper leak and malpractice. The decision, announced on 10 May 2026, has affected more than 22 lakh students who appeared for the exam across 5,400 centres in 551 Indian cities and 14 international locations.

The cancellation was approved following inputs from law enforcement and central agencies confirming irregularities in the examination process. The Government of India has ordered a CBI probe into the paper leak case.

Investigations by the Rajasthan SOG found that question papers had been circulated before the exam, and the leaked sets matched the actual NEET paper. Two alleged masterminds, Manish Yadav and Rakesh Mandavriya, were arrested in connection with the case.

The NTA announced that a re-examination will be conducted soon, and students will not need to register again or pay any additional fee. The agency also confirmed that the exam fees will be refunded.

Centre Launches Viksit Bharat GRAM G Act to Replace MGNREGA

The Central Government notified the implementation of the Viksit Bharat – Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission (Gramin) Act, 2025 [VB-G RAM G] on 11 May 2026. The Act will be implemented across the country from 1 July 2026 with a budget allocation of ₹95,692 crore for the current financial year.

The new Act replaces the 20-year-old Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (MGNREGA), 2005. Under the new framework, the guaranteed wage employment in rural areas has been increased from 100 days to 125 days per financial year to provide greater income security and support rural development.

The Act emphasizes timely, transparent, and accountable wage payments and also includes a provision for unemployment allowance if work is not provided within the stipulated time.

To promote greater participation of women, the Act introduces childcare support at worksites. A woman worker will be appointed to care for children wherever five or more children below the age of five are present at the worksite.

The VB-G RAM G Act aims to strengthen rural employment generation and support the vision of Viksit Bharat 2047.

National Technology Day and Pokhran-II

National Technology Day is observed every year on 11 May to commemorate India’s Pokhran-II nuclear tests conducted in 1998 and to celebrate the country’s achievements in science and technology. The day was declared by former Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee in 1999 after Operation Shakti.

On 11 May 1998, India successfully conducted the Pokhran-II nuclear tests, establishing itself as a nuclear-capable nation. On the same day, the indigenous Hansa-3 aircraft completed its maiden flight, and the Trishul missile was successfully tested under DRDO’s missile programme.

The 2026 theme focuses on India’s advancements in Artificial Intelligence (AI), semiconductors, clean energy, digital infrastructure, and space technology. Recent achievements highlighted include Chandrayaan-3, Aditya-L1, and the Prototype Fast Breeder Reactor (PFBR) at Kalpakkam, which achieved first criticality in 2026.

National Panchayat Awards 2025: 42 Panchayats Selected Across India

The Ministry of Panchayati Raj announced the National Panchayat Awards 2025, recognising 42 Panchayats for excellence in rural development, good governance, and sustainable development goals (SDGs). The awards ceremony will be held on 3 June 2026 in New Delhi.

The awards are given under the DDUPSVP and NDSPSVP categories for outstanding Gram, Block, and District Panchayats. Karnataka won the highest number of awards (6), followed by Andhra Pradesh and Odisha with 5 awards each.

A key highlight was Kawrthah North Village Council in Mizoram, which secured the top rank in the “Clean and Green Panchayat” category for its work in environmental conservation and sustainable rural development.

Among the top overall winners:

  • Sepahijala (Tripura) won Best District Panchayat
  • Harippad (Kerala) won Best Block Panchayat
  • New Napam (Assam) won Best Gram Panchayat

The awards are part of the Rashtriya Gram Swaraj Abhiyan (RGSA) and include prize money ranging from ₹50 lakh to ₹5 crore.

TVK Chief C. Joseph Vijay Sworn In as Tamil Nadu CM

C. Joseph Vijay, popularly known as “Thalapathy”, was sworn in as the Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu on 10 May 2026 at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium, Chennai. The oath of office was administered by Governor Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar.

Vijay became the first Chief Minister from the Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK), marking the end of nearly 50 years of DMK–AIADMK political dominance in Tamil Nadu. His party, TVK, won 108 seats in the Assembly elections and formed the government with support from coalition partners including Congress, VCK, CPI, CPI(M), and IUML, taking the alliance strength to 120+ MLAs.

Along with Vijay, nine ministers were also sworn in as part of the new cabinet. His swearing-in marked a major political shift in Tamil Nadu politics.

Suvendu Adhikari Becomes First BJP Chief Minister of West Bengal

Suvendu Adhikari took oath as the first BJP Chief Minister of West Bengal on 9 May 2026. The oath was administered by Governor RN Ravi at the Brigade Parade Grounds in Kolkata. Along with him, five BJP leaders — Dilip Ghosh, Agnimitra Paul, Ashok Kirtania, Nisith Pramanik, and Kshudiram Tudu — were sworn in as Cabinet Ministers.

The ceremony was attended by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Home Minister Amit Shah, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, and several BJP and NDA leaders. The event was held on Pochishe Boishak, celebrating the 165th birth anniversary of Rabindranath Tagore.

In the 2026 West Bengal Assembly elections, the BJP won a decisive victory with 207 seats out of 294, ending the 15-year rule of the Trinamool Congress, which secured 80 seats. Prime Minister Modi congratulated Suvendu Adhikari on becoming the Chief Minister.

India Successfully Tests Advanced Agni Missile with MIRV Technology

India successfully tested an Advanced Agni missile equipped with Multiple Independently Targeted Re-Entry Vehicle (MIRV) technology on 8 May 2026 from Dr APJ Abdul Kalam Island, Odisha. The missile carried multiple payloads aimed at different targets across the Indian Ocean Region. Tracking systems on ground stations and ships monitored the entire flight, and all mission objectives were successfully achieved.

The test demonstrated India’s capability to strike multiple strategic targets using a single missile. Developed by DRDO with support from Indian industries, the missile strengthens India’s defence preparedness and strategic deterrence capability. Defence Minister Rajnath Singh congratulated DRDO, the Indian Army, and the defence industry for the successful trial.

MIRV (Multiple Independently Targeted Re-Entry Vehicle) technology allows one missile to carry several warheads that can hit different targets independently. Agni-5, with a range of 5,000+ km, is now MIRV-capable.

Lieutenant General NS Raja Subramani Appointed as New Chief of Defence Staff

The Government has appointed Lieutenant General NS Raja Subramani (Retd) as the new Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) and Secretary of the Department of Military Affairs. He will succeed General Anil Chauhan, whose tenure ends on 30 May 2026.

Lieutenant General NS Raja Subramani is currently serving as the Military Adviser at the National Security Council Secretariat. Earlier, he served as the Vice Chief of the Army Staff and General Officer Commanding-in-Chief of Central Command. Commissioned into the 8th Battalion of the Garhwal Rifles in 1985, he has over 40 years of military experience.

During his distinguished career, he commanded several important formations, including 16 Garhwal Rifles, 17 Mountain Division, and the prestigious 2 Corps on the Western Front. He has also served in key staff and instructional roles, including Defence Attaché in Kazakhstan and Chief Instructor at DSSC Wellington.

For his outstanding service, he has been awarded the Param Vishisht Seva Medal (PVSM), Ati Vishisht Seva Medal (AVSM), Sena Medal (SM), and Vishisht Seva Medal (VSM).

Vice Admiral Krishna Swaminathan Appointed as New Chief of the Naval Staff

The Government has appointed Vice Admiral Krishna Swaminathan as the new Chief of the Naval Staff (CNS). He will succeed Admiral Dinesh Kumar Tripathi, who is set to retire on 31 May 2026.

Vice Admiral Swaminathan is currently serving as the Flag Officer Commanding-in-Chief of the Western Naval Command and is a specialist in Communication and Electronic Warfare. Commissioned into the Indian Navy on 1 July 1987, he is an alumnus of the National Defence Academy (NDA) and several prestigious defence institutions in India, the UK, and the USA.

During his distinguished naval career, he commanded several major warships, including INS Vikramaditya, INS Mysore, and INS Kulish. He has also held important positions such as Vice Chief of the Naval Staff, Chief of Personnel, and Flag Officer Commanding Western Fleet.

A recipient of the Param Vishisht Seva Medal (PVSM), Ati Vishisht Seva Medal (AVSM), and Vishisht Seva Medal (VSM), Vice Admiral Krishna Swaminathan is known for his contributions to naval operations, training, and maritime security.

Skyroot Aerospace Becomes India’s First Spacetech Unicorn

Skyroot Aerospace became India’s first spacetech unicorn on 7 May 2026 after raising $60 million at a $1.1 billion valuation. Skyroot is preparing to launch Vikram-1 from Sriharikota in the coming weeks, a mission that could become a major milestone for India’s fast-growing private space sector.

  • Significance:
    • First Indian spacetech start‑up to achieve unicorn status.
    • Strengthens India’s private space ecosystem after liberalisation of space sector in 2020.
    • Supports development of Vikram series rockets for cost‑effective satellite launches.

JANANI Platform Launched to Improve Maternal and Child Healthcare in India

The Union Health Ministry launched JANANI (Journey of Antenatal, Natal and Neonatal Integrated Care) to strengthen maternal and child healthcare in India on 7 May 2026. Developed as an upgraded version of the RCH portal, the digital platform helps track services like antenatal care, delivery, postnatal care, newborn care, immunization, and family planning.

JANANI features QR-enabled digital MCH cards, alerts for high-risk pregnancies, and integration with platforms like U-WIN and POSHAN. It supports registration through ABHA, Aadhaar, and mobile numbers to ensure continuity of care and better monitoring.

Till May 2026, the platform has recorded 1.34 crore beneficiary registrations and over 30 lakh pregnant women registrations.

Vietnam President To Lam Visits India (May 2026)

Vietnam’s President To Lam is on his first State Visit to India from 5–7 May 2026 to mark the 10th anniversary of the India–Vietnam Comprehensive Strategic Partnership, established in 2016. During the visit, he held talks with Prime Minister Narendra Modi, President Droupadi Murmu, and NSA Ajit Doval on strengthening cooperation in defence, trade, maritime security, critical technologies, and regional issues.

A major focus of the discussions was enhancing maritime cooperation and ensuring peace in the South China Sea, with both countries reaffirming their commitment to UNCLOS and peaceful dispute resolution. The visit also aimed at boosting bilateral trade and strategic partnerships through a strong business delegation accompanying the Vietnamese President.

As part of the cultural engagements, President To Lam visited Bodh Gaya, highlighting the shared Buddhist heritage between India and Vietnam, and also visited Mumbai to interact with business leaders. The visit reflects the growing strategic, economic, and cultural ties between the two nations in the Indo-Pacific region.

Shashi Shekhar Vempati Appointed New CBFC Chairperson

Shashi Shekhar Vempati, former CEO of Prasar Bharati and an alumnus of IIT Bombay, was appointed as the new Chairperson of the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) on 6 May 2026 for a three-year term. He succeeded noted lyricist Prasoon Joshi, who has now become the Chairman of Prasar Bharati. The appointment was announced by the Ministry of Information & Broadcasting (MIB).

Vempati previously served as the CEO of Prasar Bharati (2017–2022), where he led the modernization of Doordarshan and All India Radio. He also headed Rajya Sabha TV and held senior positions at Infosys Technologies and Niti Digital. He is associated with initiatives like AI4India.org and has served on several broadcasting and technology-related boards.

The CBFC, functioning under the Ministry of Information & Broadcasting, is responsible for certifying films for public exhibition in India under the Cinematograph Act. It reviews films and issues age-based certifications such as U, UA, A, and S, ensuring compliance with legal and cultural standards.

South Coast Railway Becomes India’s 18th Railway Zone with HQ at Visakhapatnam

On 4 May 2026, the Ministry of Railways issued a Gazette notification formally constituting the South Coast Railway (SCoR) Zone with headquarters at Visakhapatnam. It will become India’s 18th railway zone and will start operations from 1 June 2026, fulfilling a statutory commitment under the Andhra Pradesh Reorganisation Act, 2014.

Divisions under South Coast Railway (SCoR):

  • Guntakal Division
  • Guntur Division
  • Vijayawada Division
  • Newly created Visakhapatnam Division (carved out of Waltair Division)

🚆 List of All Railway Zones in India (as of May 2026)

S. No.Railway ZoneHeadquartersYear of Formation
1Northern Railway (NR)New Delhi1952
2North Eastern Railway (NER)Gorakhpur1952
3North Central Railway (NCR)Prayagraj2003
4North Western Railway (NWR)Jaipur2002
5North Frontier Railway (NFR)Guwahati1958
6Eastern Railway (ER)Kolkata1952
7East Central Railway (ECR)Hajipur2002
8East Coast Railway (ECoR)Bhubaneswar2003
9South Eastern Railway (SER)Kolkata1955
10South East Central Railway (SECR)Bilaspur2003
11Southern Railway (SR)Chennai1951
12South Central Railway (SCR)Secunderabad1966
13South Western Railway (SWR)Hubballi2003
14Western Railway (WR)Mumbai1951
15West Central Railway (WCR)Jabalpur2002
16Central Railway (CR)Mumbai1951
17Konkan Railway (KRCL – Corporation)Navi Mumbai1990
18South Coast Railway (SCoR)Visakhapatnam2026

Pulitzer Prize 2026: Indian Journalists Anand RK, Suparna Sharma and Aniruddha Ghosal Win Prestigious Awards

The Pulitzer Prize 2026 winners were announced on 4 May 2026 at Columbia University, New York, honoring excellence in journalism, books, drama, and music. Indian journalists Anand RK, Suparna Sharma, and Aniruddha Ghosal brought pride to the nation with their awards.

📰 Pulitzer Prize 2026 – Indian Winners

  • Anand RK & Suparna Sharma
    • Category: Illustrated Reporting and Commentary
    • Work: Bloomberg project on cybercrime in India
    • Significance: Highlights the growing challenges of digital security and investigative reporting in India.
  • Aniruddha Ghosal
    • Category: International Reporting
    • Work: Associated Press coverage of global issues, including governance and international conflicts.
    • Significance: Recognition of Indian journalists’ contribution to global investigative journalism.

🏆 About the Pulitzer Prize

  • Established: 1917, by provisions in the will of Joseph Pulitzer, a Hungarian-American journalist and newspaper publisher.
  • Administered by: Columbia University, New York.
  • Categories: Journalism, Books, Drama, and Music (23 categories in 2026).
  • Prestige: Considered the highest honor in American journalism, recognizing excellence in reporting, commentary, and storytelling.
  • Prize: Winners receive a certificate and USD 15,000 cash award (for most categories).

Union Cabinet Approves Increase in Supreme Court Judges from 33 to 37

The Union Cabinet, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has approved a proposal to increase the sanctioned strength of judges in the Supreme Court of India from 33 to 37, excluding the Chief Justice of India (CJI). For this, the government will introduce the Supreme Court (Number of Judges) Amendment Bill, 2026 in Parliament to amend the Supreme Court (Number of Judges) Act, 1956.

The move aims to improve the efficiency of the Supreme Court, reduce the growing pendency of cases, and ensure speedy justice. Expenses related to salaries, staff, and infrastructure for the additional judges will be funded through the Consolidated Fund of India.

Under Article 124 of the Constitution of India, Parliament has the authority to determine the number of Supreme Court judges. Since Independence, the strength of the apex court has gradually increased from 8 judges to 33 judges in 2019, and the latest proposal seeks to raise it further to 37 judges.

Mission Drishti: GalaxEye Launches World’s First OptoSAR Satellite

Indian space start-up GalaxEye has successfully launched Mission Drishti on 3 May 2026, placing the world’s first OptoSAR satellite into orbit aboard a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket. This 190 kg satellite is India’s largest privately built Earth observation spacecraft, combining optical and radar sensors to deliver all-weather, day-and-night imagery.

🚀 Mission Drishti: Key Facts

  • Launched on: 3 May 2026, 12:30 PM IST
  • Launch Vehicle: SpaceX Falcon 9, from Vandenberg Space Force Base, California
  • Developer: Bengaluru-based start-up GalaxEye Space Solutions, founded by IIT Madras alumni in 2021
  • Satellite Mass: ~190 kg (India’s largest privately built EO satellite)
  • Orbit: Sun-synchronous LEO at ~500 km altitude
  • Technology: Proprietary OptoSAR (Optical + Synthetic Aperture Radar) fusion
  • Resolution: 1.2–3.6 metres (combined SAR + optical)
  • Processing: Onboard AI with NVIDIA Jetson Orin chip for real-time analysis
  • Special Feature: Deployable 3.5 m radar antenna + electric propulsion system

🌐 What is OptoSAR Technology?

  • Optical Imaging: Provides clear, photo-like images but fails in cloudy or dark conditions.
  • SAR Imaging: Works day/night and through clouds, but produces coarse, harder-to-interpret data.
  • OptoSAR Fusion: Drishti combines both sensors on a single platform, capturing data simultaneously and fusing it in real time.
  • Advantage: Delivers three times more information than traditional satellites, ensuring sharper, analysis-ready datasets.

Election Results 2026: BJP’s Bengal Breakthrough, Congress in Kerala, Vijay’s TVK in Tamil Nadu

The 2026 State Assembly Election results mark a historic political shift across India: BJP has formed its first-ever government in West Bengal, retained Assam with a strong majority, Congress-led UDF reclaimed Kerala, actor Vijay’s Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) stormed Tamil Nadu, and AINRC-led NDA held Puducherry. These results reshape regional politics and set the stage for the 2029 Lok Sabha elections.

🗳️ State-Wise Assembly Election Results 2026

State/UTTotal SeatsMajority MarkWinning Party/AllianceSeat Tally (2026)Key Outcome
West Bengal294148BJP206 seatsBJP ends TMC’s 15-year rule; Mamata Banerjee loses Bhabanipur to Suvendu Adhikari.
Assam12664BJP-led NDA82 seats (BJP alone)BJP secures third consecutive term; Himanta Biswa Sarma retains CM post.
Tamil Nadu234118TVK (Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam)108 seatsSuperstar Vijay’s party breaks DMK-AIADMK duopoly; CM MK Stalin defeated in Kolathur.
Kerala14071Congress-led UDF92–100 seatsUDF ousts LDF; CPI(M) loses its last state government.
Puducherry (UT)3016AINRC-BJP-AIADMK alliance12–15 seatsNDA retains power under CM N. Rangasamy.
  • West Bengal: Historic saffron surge; BJP forms government for the first time. TMC reduced to ~80 seats.
  • Assam: BJP consolidates dominance, winning over 80 seats alone; allies add strength.
  • Tamil Nadu: TVK’s debut victory reshapes state politics, ending 58 years of DMK-AIADMK dominance.
  • Kerala: Congress proves resilience, sweeping back to power; Left Front suffers major setback.
  • Puducherry: NDA alliance continues governance, ensuring stability in the UT.

India Women’s Squad for ICC T20 World Cup 2026

The BCCI announced the Indian women’s cricket squad for the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 on 2 May 2026.

  • 👩‍✈️ Captain: Harmanpreet Kaur
  • 🧢 Vice-Captain: Smriti Mandhana

📅 Tournament Details

  • 🏴 Host: England
  • 📆 Dates: 12 June – 5 July 2026
  • 🏟️ Final Venue: Lord’s Cricket Ground

📌 Team Highlights

  • Strong batting lineup including Shafali Verma, Jemimah Rodrigues, Richa Ghosh
  • Yastika Bhatia and Radha Yadav return to the squad
  • Nandni Sharma gets a maiden call-up

🏆 Group Details

  • India is placed in Group 1 with: Australia, South Africa, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Netherlands
  • First match: vs Pakistan on 14 June at Edgbaston

Prasoon Joshi Appointed Chairman of Prasar Bharati

The Ministry of Information and Broadcasting appointed Prasoon Joshi as the Chairman of Prasar Bharati on 2 May 2026.

Prasoon Joshi is a renowned lyricist, writer, and communication expert with extensive experience in advertising, cinema, and public messaging.

📌 Key Highlights

  • Previously served as Chairperson of the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) since 2017
  • Held leadership roles such as CEO of McCann World Group India and Chairman of McCann Asia Pacific
  • Trustee at Indira Gandhi National Centre for the Arts (IGNCA)

Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw expressed confidence that Joshi’s leadership will bring innovation and creative direction to public broadcasting.

🏛️ About Prasar Bharati

  • Established under the Prasar Bharati Act, 1990 (operational since 1997)
  • India’s autonomous public broadcaster
  • Oversees All India Radio (AIR) and Doordarshan (DD)

Rohit Jain Appointed RBI Deputy Governor (May-2026)

The Appointments Committee of the Cabinet (ACC) has approved the appointment of Rohit Jain, Executive Director (ED) of the Reserve Bank of India (RBI), as the new Deputy Governor (DG).

  • 📅 Tenure: 3 years (from joining on or after 3 May 2026)
  • 👨‍💼 Experience: Nearly 30 years in RBI, with key roles including banking supervision
  • 🔁 Replaces: T. Rabi Sankar, whose tenure ended after extensions in 2024 and 2025

Jain has been serving as an Executive Director since December 2020 and was among the senior-most candidates for the DG post.

  • He becomes one of the Deputy Governors promoted internally, along with SC Murmu (appointed in 2025)
  • Other DGs include Poonam Gupta and Swaminathan J, appointed from outside RBI
  • Department reshuffling is expected after his appointment

Seven-year-old Ishank Singh becomes youngest swimmer to cross Palk Strait

Seven-year-old Ishank Singh from Ranchi, Jharkhand, has created history by becoming the youngest swimmer to cross the treacherous 29 km Palk Strait between Sri Lanka and India on April 30, 2026, completing the feat in 9 hours and 50 minutes. He has been recognized by the Universal Records Forum as the “Youngest and Fastest Palk Strait Swimmer.”

🌐 About the Palk Strait

  • Location: Narrow sea channel between Tamil Nadu (India) and Northern Sri Lanka
  • Length: ~85 km, width varies between 30–80 km
  • Significance: Historically important for trade and cultural exchange; now a popular challenge for open-water swimmers due to strong currents and unpredictable weather.

🏆 Previous & Other Records

  • Jay Jaswanth (Tamil Nadu, 2019): Crossed at age 10, in 10h 30m.
  • Bula Choudhury (West Bengal, 1991): First Indian woman to cross Palk Strait.
  • Other Notable Swims: The Strait has been attempted by endurance swimmers worldwide, often compared to the English Channel for difficulty.

Sikkim Becomes India’s First Paperless Judiciary State (2026)

Sikkim has officially become India’s first state with a fully paperless judiciary, marking a historic milestone in judicial reforms. Chief Justice of India Surya Kant announced this on May 1, 2026, during the National Conclave on Technology and Judicial Education in Gangtok.

📌 Key Highlights of the Declaration

  • Date & Occasion: Declared on May 1, 2026, at the National Conclave on Technology and Judicial Education in Gangtok.
  • By: Chief Justice of India Surya Kant.
  • Significance: Sikkim becomes the first state judiciary in India to go fully paperless.
  • Context: Announcement coincided with Sikkim’s 50th Statehood anniversary, adding symbolic importance.
⚖️ What “Paperless Judiciary” Means
  • E-filing of cases: All petitions and documents are filed digitally.
  • Virtual hearings: Litigants and lawyers can attend proceedings online.
  • Digital case tracking: Real-time updates on case status.
  • Automated workflows: Court processes streamlined through technology.
  • Digitised archives: Complete migration from physical records to electronic storage.
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