Polling for the re-election to the Falta assembly seat in West Bengal began at 7 am on May 21, 2026. Over 2.36 lakh voters, including 1.15 lakh women and nine third-gender individuals, are eligible to vote across 285 booths.
Lucknow lawyers announce a five-day work boycott and mass leave from May 25 to protest police action during a clash at a district court, demanding action against accused policemen.
A fire broke out at Pacific Mall in Ghaziabad on Thursday. Six fire tenders rushed to the spot. No casualties reported yet. Investigation underway.
BMC demolishes illegal structures, slaps Rs 1.39 crore penalty on MMRDA for unauthorised footpath use and debris dumping in Parel, aiming to prevent monsoon flooding.
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TMC leaders Kunal Ghosh and Firhad Hakim staged a protest in Kolkata, alleging post-poll violence, harassment of workers, rising prices, and religious restrictions.
Commercial vehicle drivers in Delhi-NCR began a three-day strike demanding fare hikes due to rising CNG, petrol, and diesel prices, though several unions distanced themselves from the protest.
US federal prosecutors announced criminal charges against former Cuban President Raul Castro for the 1996 downing of civilian aircraft, including destruction of aircraft and four counts of murder.
Manpreet Singh Ayali, former SAD spokesperson, resigns from party following Rakhra MLA's departure, citing differences.
A heated exchange between AAP's Manish Sisodia and Punjab minister Gurmeet Singh Khudian over candidate selection highlights internal party tensions ahead of Punjab bypolls.
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Six men were arrested in Jamshedpur for firing at a garment showroom after a ransom demand was not met. Police recovered arms and ammunition, and the accused have prior criminal records.
Repolling in West Bengal's Falta assembly constituency began on Thursday amid tight security, after the Election Commission ordered a fresh vote citing electoral offences and subversion of democratic process.
Six men were arrested in Jamshedpur for opening fire at a garment showroom after a ransom demand was not met. Police recovered arms and ammunition from the accused, who have prior criminal records.
Two minors were stabbed to death in Delhi's Rohini area following a violent clash triggered by an old rivalry. Police have launched a probe and are investigating the incident.
India called out Pakistan's history of genocidal acts at the UN Security Council, citing cross-border terrorism and human rights abuses.
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President Trump's revenge tour continues as a loyalist defeats Rep. Thomas Massie in Kentucky, signaling potential fallout for the Republican Party in the November elections.
The NIA arrested Zafar Riaz from Kolkata for allegedly passing confidential security information to Pakistan Intelligence Officers as part of an anti-India espionage network.
Punjab and Haryana are set to experience intense heat wave conditions with strong winds until May 26. Temperatures may soar above 45°C, prompting health advisories.
Bulldozers demolished homes in Mumbai's Garib Nagar for railway expansion, leaving hundreds homeless without food, water, or shelter. Families claim insufficient notice.
Over 4 lakh taxi and auto owners joined a strike in Delhi organized by the All India Motor Transport Congress and United Front of All Transport Association, demanding fuel price reduction and policy changes.
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Repolling in Bengal's Falta assembly constituency began across all 285 booths amid tight security. Voter turnout reported, with key parties BJP, TMC, Congress in fray.
A roundup of reader opinions on current affairs, including governance, economy, and social issues, as featured in Deccan Herald's Speak Out column on May 21, 2026.
Rahul Gandhi has called PM Modi, Amit Shah, and RSS ‘traitors’ and warned of an ‘economic storm’ due to the government’s handling of the economy amid the West Asia conflict.
Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah directed the education department to submit a proposal for hiring 15,000 teachers to address shortages impacting government school quality.
The Supreme Court has extended the final deadline for Karnataka civic polls to August 31, providing relief to the state election commission amidst delays.
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Months after a high-profile cafe murder in Delhi, the brother of the main accused was shot dead in the capital, police confirmed on Wednesday.
The National Investigation Agency has arrested a Kolkata resident for allegedly spying for Pakistan's intelligence agency, ISI. The accused was involved in gathering sensitive information.
Seven policemen and six protesters were injured, and 10 people detained after violence erupted during an anti-encroachment drive in Mumbai's Garib Nagar. Police lathicharged when a mob hurled stones and utensils.
BJP MLAs from Tumakuru have launched a campaign to rename the district, accusing Deputy CM G Parameshwara of pushing a similar move in Ramanagara for real estate gains.
Senior Congress leader M. Kharge is reportedly hesitant to become Karnataka CM due to his age, according to party colleague Rayareddi.
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Senior BJP leader R Ashoka accused Congress of deliberately delaying Greater Bengaluru Authority elections due to fear of defeat, targeting Deputy CM Shivakumar.
