VD Satheesan has been selected as the next Chief Minister of Kerala following the Congress-led United Democratic Front's decisive victory in the state assembly elections. The announcement came after extensive consultations within the party, with Satheesan emerging as the consensus choice over senior leaders KC Venugopal and Ramesh Chennithala. This marks the UDF's return to power after defeating the Left Democratic Front government led by Pinarayi Vijayan.
US-China Summit: Trump and Xi Emphasize Cooperation
During their summit at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing, US President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping projected a cooperative and optimistic tone despite ongoing tensions over trade, technology, and security. Xi emphasized that the two countries should be "partners, not rivals," while Trump praised Xi's leadership and expressed confidence in future bilateral relations. The meeting is being closely watched as the world's two largest economies seek to stabilize ties.
Election Commission Launches Phase III of Electoral Roll Revision
The Election Commission of India has announced Phase III of the Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls, covering 16 states and 3 Union territories. The exercise involves over 3.94 lakh Booth Level Officers conducting door-to-door verification for more than 36 crore electors. States like Himachal Pradesh, Jammu and Kashmir, and Ladakh have been excluded from this phase due to census operations and weather-related considerations.
India-Bound LPG Carriers Cross Strait of Hormuz
Two additional LPG carriers carrying cooking gas supplies for India have successfully crossed the Strait of Hormuz, bringing the total number of such vessels to 13. Officials confirmed that the ships were monitored through coordinated efforts involving multiple ministries and maritime authorities. This movement underscores India's ongoing efforts to secure energy supplies amid regional instability in West Asia.
CBI Uncovers NEET-UG Paper Leak Details in Rajasthan
The Central Bureau of Investigation's probe into the NEET-UG 2026 leak case has revealed that a handwritten question paper was allegedly scanned and converted into PDF files in Rajasthan before being circulated to students. Investigators found that some aspirants paid between Rs 2 lakh and Rs 5 lakh for access to the leaked material. The investigation follows the National Testing Agency's decision to cancel the examination held on May 3.
