V D Satheesan Chosen as Kerala Chief Minister After UDF Election Victory

The Congress leadership on Thursday announced senior party leader V D Satheesan as the next Chief Minister of Kerala, bringing an end to nearly two weeks of speculation following the United Democratic Front’s (UDF) victory in the state Assembly elections. The decision was formally announced in New Delhi by All India Congress Committee (AICC) Kerala in-charge Deepa Dasmunshi, who confirmed that Satheesan had been selected as the Congress Legislature Party (CLP) leader and the alliance’s chief ministerial choice. The announcement paves the way for the formation of a new UDF-led…

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No Fuel Shortage in Bhubaneswar, Dealers Association Appeals Against Panic Buying

The Utkal Petroleum Dealers Association has assured residents of Bhubaneswar that there is no shortage of petrol or diesel in the city, urging people not to panic amid a sudden rise in fuel purchases over the past few days. Long queues were seen outside several petrol pumps across the Odisha capital on Thursday after rumours circulated about a possible fuel crisis linked to tensions in West Asia and concerns surrounding the Strait of Hormuz, a key global oil shipping route. However, fuel dealers said the situation remains under control and…

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Virat Kohli Smashes Ninth IPL Century, Becomes Fastest Batter to Reach 14,000 T20 Runs

Royal Challengers Bengaluru batter Virat Kohli scripted another major milestone in his career on Wednesday by scoring his ninth Indian Premier League century and becoming the fastest player to complete 14,000 runs in T20 cricket. Kohli’s unbeaten 105-run knock guided RCB to a six-wicket victory over Kolkata Knight Riders in their IPL 2026 clash in Raipur, helping the team successfully chase a target of 192. The innings also marked a strong comeback for the 37-year-old batter, who had registered ducks in his previous two matches. Kohli Leads RCB Chase With Aggressive Century Opening the…

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Virat Kohli Enters Top Three in IPL 2026 Orange Cap Race After Match-Winning Century

The battle for the Orange Cap and Purple Cap in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 intensified on Wednesday after Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) defeated Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) in Raipur. Virat Kohli’s century not only guided RCB to victory but also reshaped the tournament’s leading run-scorers chart. Kohli’s unbeaten 105-run knock helped RCB chase down a target of 193 and moved the veteran batter to third place in the Orange Cap standings. On the bowling side, RCB pacer Bhuvneshwar Kumar strengthened his position at the top of the Purple…

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Frederic Soyez Named Head Coach of India Junior Men’s Hockey Team Ahead of 2036 Olympic Vision

Hockey India has appointed experienced French coach Frederic Soyez as the new head coach of the Indian junior men’s hockey team, marking a significant move in the federation’s long-term preparation strategy for the 2036 Olympics. The announcement was made on Thursday, with Hockey India describing the appointment as part of its broader effort to strengthen player development and create a sustainable high-performance structure for Indian hockey. Soyez brings more than three decades of experience as both an international player and coach, having worked with some of Europe’s leading hockey programmes. Experienced International…

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Odisha BJP Plans Large e-Bike Rally for Nitin Nabin’s First State Visit as Party President

The Odisha unit of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) is preparing to organise a large-scale e-bike rally in Bhubaneswar on May 18 to welcome party president Nitin Nabin during his first visit to the state after taking charge of the organisation. The rally is expected to begin from Bhubaneswar airport and conclude at Jatani, where the party has scheduled a training programme for BJP workers and leaders. Party leaders said the event is intended to combine organisational mobilisation with a public message promoting fuel conservation and sustainable transportation. BJP Links…

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Kolkata Minister Raises Concerns Over Hygiene at Calcutta National Medical College After Tiljala Fire

West Bengal Women and Child Development Minister Agnimitra Paul expressed strong concern over sanitation conditions at Calcutta National Medical College and Hospital during a visit to meet victims injured in the Tiljala fire incident. The minister visited the hospital ward where three people injured in Tuesday’s fire at a leather factory in Kolkata’s Tiljala area are currently undergoing treatment. During the inspection, she reportedly questioned hospital staff after noticing poor hygiene and waste materials scattered inside the ward. Minister Objects to Unclean Hospital Conditions According to officials present during the…

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Heat and Humidity Increase Across South Bengal as North Bengal Remains Under Heavy Rain Alert

Weather conditions across West Bengal are showing a sharp regional contrast, with heat and humidity increasing steadily in south Bengal even as several districts in north Bengal continue to experience heavy rainfall and thunderstorms. According to the India Meteorological Department (IMD) at Alipore, Kolkata and surrounding districts are likely to witness warmer and more humid conditions over the next few days due to clear skies and reduced rainfall activity. At the same time, north Bengal remains under heavy rain alerts, particularly in the Himalayan and sub-Himalayan districts where thunderstorms and…

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IPL 2026 Orange and Purple Cap Races Intensify After Gujarat Titans’ Win Over Sunrisers Hyderabad

The race for the Orange Cap and Purple Cap in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 tightened further on Tuesday after Gujarat Titans defeated Sunrisers Hyderabad in a match that reshaped the tournament’s leading run-scorer and wicket-taker standings. Gujarat Titans opener Sai Sudarshan continued his strong run of form with another half-century, while South African fast bowler Kagiso Rabada delivered a key spell that brought him level with Royal Challengers Bengaluru pacer Bhuvneshwar Kumar in the Purple Cap race. Sai Sudarshan Continues Remarkable Batting Form Sai Sudarshan scored 61 runs…

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UP Deputy CM Brajesh Pathak Cuts Official Convoy by 50% Amid Austerity Drive

Uttar Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Brajesh Pathak has announced a 50 per cent reduction in the number of vehicles in his official convoy, aligning with the state government’s newly announced austerity measures and Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s appeal for economic restraint and fuel conservation. The decision comes a day after Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath directed government departments and officials across the state to adopt austerity measures aimed at reducing fuel consumption and encouraging more efficient use of public resources. Convoy Reduction Ordered in “National Interest” In a statement issued in…

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