News Update : Falta re-election: Row-hit Bengal seat sees 86% turnout; Jahangir Khan fails to vote - TOI NEWS DESK

Source: https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/falta-votes-again-under-heavy-security-voter-turnout-tmc-bjp-latest-developments/articleshow/131246282.cms Date: 2026-05-21T11:46:09.000Z

News Update : Setback for Twisha's parents: Court denies permission for 2nd post-mortem; family meets MP CM - TOI NEWS DESK

Source: https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/setback-in-twisha-sharma-suicide-case-court-denies-permission-for-2nd-post-mortem-family-meets-mp-cm/articleshow/131228206.cms Date: 2026-05-20T13:31:54.000Z

News Update : Promise or pressure? Why TMC candidate Jahangir Khan withdrew from Falta repoll - TOI NEWS DESK

Trinamool Congress candidate Jahangir Khan withdrew from Falta's re-poll, citing a "special package" for the area's development. The TMC, however, stated his decision was personal, alleging pressure and intimidation against their workers by the BJP. The Election Commission ordered re-polling due to "severe electoral offences" and subversion of the democratic process. Trinamool Congress candidate Jahangir Khan withdrew from Falta's re-poll, citing a "special package" for the area's development. The TMC, however, stated his decision was personal, alleging pressure and intimidation against their workers by the BJP. The Election Commission ordered re-polling due to "severe electoral offences" and subversion of the democratic process. Source: https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/promise-or-pressure-why-tmc-candidate-jahangir-khan-withdrew-from-falta-repoll/articleshow/131197914.cms Date: 2026-05-19T11:19:50.000Z

News Update : Revealed: How Asim Munir courted US military and Trump - TOI WORLD DESK

A resurfaced Pakistani diplomatic cable alleges US involvement in Imran Khan's 2022 ouster. The document, citing a meeting with a US official, suggests American concerns over Khan's Russia stance and hints that his removal via a no-confidence vote would mend ties. Khan's party views this as proof of foreign interference in Pakistan's politics. A resurfaced Pakistani diplomatic cable alleges US involvement in Imran Khan's 2022 ouster. The document, citing a meeting with a US official, suggests American concerns over Khan's Russia stance and hints that his removal via a no-confidence vote would mend ties. Khan's party views this as proof of foreign interference in Pakistan's politics. Source: https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/world/pakistan/all-will-be-forgiven-in-washington-secret-pakistan-cipher-revives-claims-of-us-role-in-imran-khans-ouster/articleshow/131167321.cms Date: 2026-05-18T05:36:35.000Z

News Update : Indian among 4 dead in Ukrainian drone strike in Russia; Zelenskyy calls attack 'justified' - TOI NEWS DESK

A Ukrainian drone strike in the Moscow region resulted in the death of one Indian worker and injuries to three others. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated the attack was justified retaliation for Russia's continued assaults on Ukraine. Russia reported intercepting hundreds of drones in one of the largest offensives of the war. A Ukrainian drone strike in the Moscow region resulted in the death of one Indian worker and injuries to three others. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated the attack was justified retaliation for Russia's continued assaults on Ukraine. Russia reported intercepting hundreds of drones in one of the largest offensives of the war. Source: https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/indian-among-dead-in-mass-ukrainian-drone-strike-in-russia-zelenskyy-calls-attack-justified/articleshow/131154252.cms Date: 2026-05-17T12:37:00.000Z

News Update : 'Darling, leaked papers for you': What Lucknow teacher told female student; viral audio sparks row - TOI CITY DESK

An assistant professor from Lucknow University is accused of leaking examination papers and making inappropriate advances towards a female student. Viral audio clips allegedly capture the professor promising academic favors and leaked papers in exchange for meetings. The university has filed a complaint, leading to the professor's detention and an ongoing investigation. An assistant professor from Lucknow University is accused of leaking examination papers and making inappropriate advances towards a female student. Viral audio clips allegedly capture the professor promising academic favors and leaked papers in exchange for meetings. The university has filed a complaint, leading to the professor's detention and an ongoing investigation. Source: https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/city/lucknow/darling-leaked-papers-for-you-what-lucknow-teacher-told-female-student-viral-audio-sparks-row/articleshow/131132928.cms Date: 2026-05-16T06:43:43.000Z

News Update : NEET paper leak 2026: CBI arrests 'kingpin', a Chemistry professor from Pune - TOI NEWS DESK

CBI arrested a Chemistry teacher, identified as the "kingpin" behind the NEET-2026 paper leak, from Pune. The teacher, PV Kulkarni, allegedly conducted special coaching classes dictating leaked questions and answers to students. The medical entrance exam was subsequently cancelled, with a re-examination scheduled for June 21. CBI arrested a Chemistry teacher, identified as the "kingpin" behind the NEET-2026 paper leak, from Pune. The teacher, PV Kulkarni, allegedly conducted special coaching classes dictating leaked questions and answers to students. The medical entrance exam was subsequently cancelled, with a re-examination scheduled for June 21. Source: https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/neet-paper-leak-2026-cbi-arrests-kingpin-a-chemistry-professor-from-pune/articleshow/131119187.cms Date: 2026-05-15T13:44:25.000Z

News Update : Two days WFH, weekly 'no vehicle day': Delhi unveils fuel-saving steps after PM's call - TOI NEWS DESK

Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta has unveiled significant austerity measures, slashing official vehicle fuel quotas by 20% and mandating Metro use for ministers and officers every Monday. A weekly 'No Vehicle Day' and a six-month ban on new vehicle purchases are also in effect. Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta has unveiled significant austerity measures, slashing official vehicle fuel quotas by 20% and mandating Metro use for ministers and officers every Monday. A weekly 'No Vehicle Day' and a six-month ban on new vehicle purchases are also in effect. Source: https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/two-days-wfh-weekly-no-vehicle-day-delhi-cm-rekha-gupta-unveils-fuel-saving-steps-after-pm-modis-call/articleshow/131091289.cms Date: 2026-05-14T11:18:02.000Z

News Update : AIADMK crisis deepens: EPS removes rebel leaders backing CM Vijay - TOI NEWS DESK

AIADMK's internal conflict escalated as party chief Palaniswami expelled the rebel leaders. These leaders had backed Tamil Nadu CM Vijay during a crucial trust vote on the assembly floor. The move follows accusations of weakening the party's anti-DMK stance and exploring alliances. This leadership struggle intensifies ahead of future elections. AIADMK's internal conflict escalated as party chief Palaniswami expelled the rebel leaders. These leaders had backed Tamil Nadu CM Vijay during a crucial trust vote on the assembly floor. The move follows accusations of weakening the party's anti-DMK stance and exploring alliances. This leadership struggle intensifies ahead of future elections. Source: https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/aiadmk-internal-crisis-deepens-eps-removes-rebel-leaders-from-party-posts-for-backing-tamil-nadu-cm-vijay-in-floor-test/articleshow/131066957.cms Date: 2026-05-13T13:20:26.000Z

News Update : NEET paper leak: Education minister avoids questions, NTA gives no concrete answers - TOI NEWS DESK

Source: https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/ugc-neet-paper-leak-education-minister-avoids-question-nta-gives-no-concrete-answers-opposition-corners-centre/articleshow/131038451.cms Date: 2026-05-12T12:34:00.000Z

News Update : Cracks in AIADMK out in open: Velumani camp moves to sideline EPS in Tamil Nadu assembly - TOI NEWS DESK

Source: https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/cracks-in-aiadmk-out-in-open-velumani-camp-moves-to-sideline-eps-in-tamil-nadu-assembly/articleshow/131014651.cms Date: 2026-05-11T13:02:46.000Z

News Update : 'Don’t begin by claiming govt is broke': Ex-CM Stalin's message to newly elected Vijay - TOI NEWS DESK

Tamil Nadu's new Chief Minister Vijay claimed the previous government left a Rs 10 lakh crore debt and an empty treasury. However, former CM M.K. Stalin refuted this, stating the state's debt is within limits and urging Vijay not to start his tenure with such claims. Vijay vowed transparency and prioritizing public welfare. Tamil Nadu's new Chief Minister Vijay claimed the previous government left a Rs 10 lakh crore debt and an empty treasury. However, former CM M.K. Stalin refuted this, stating the state's debt is within limits and urging Vijay not to start his tenure with such claims. Vijay vowed transparency and prioritizing public welfare. Source: https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/moneys-all-there-stalin-reacts-to-vijays-first-speech-says-tamil-nadu-debt-well-within-permissible-limits/articleshow/130988964.cms Date: 2026-05-10T07:54:42.000Z

News Update : From 107 to 120: Inside the chaos that kept TVK's Vijay away from CM chair for 5 days - TOI NEWS DESK

For actor-turned-politician C Joseph Vijay, the days following the May 4 Tamil Nadu assembly election results were less about celebration and more about survival arithmetic. TVK emerged as the single-largest party with 108 seats in the 234-member assembly, placing Vijay within striking distance of the chief minister’s chair but still 10 short of the majority mark of 118. For actor-turned-politician C Joseph Vijay, the days following the May 4 Tamil Nadu assembly election results were less about celebration and more about survival arithmetic. TVK emerged as the single-largest party with 108 seats in the 234-member assembly, placing Vijay within striking distance of the chief minister’s chair but still 10 short of the majority mark of 118. Source: https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/from-107-to-120-inside-political-see-saw-that-kept-vijay-away-from-tamil-nadu-cm-chair-for-5-days/articleshow/130976449.cms Date: 2026-05-09T13:27:58.000Z

News Update : Operation Sindoor: China admits it provided support to Pakistan last year - TOI NEWS DESK

China has for the first time publicly acknowledged providing on-ground technical assistance to Pakistan during India's Operation Sindoor last year. Chinese engineers from AVIC's Chengdu Aircraft Design and Research Institute were involved in ensuring Pakistani aircraft operated at full combat capability. This marks the first official indication of direct Chinese personnel involvement in supporting Pakistani military operations during the conflict. China has for the first time publicly acknowledged providing on-ground technical assistance to Pakistan during India's Operation Sindoor last year. Chinese engineers from AVIC's Chengdu Aircraft Design and Research Institute were involved in ensuring Pakistani aircraft operated at full combat capability. This marks the first official indication of direct Chinese personnel involvement in supporting Pakistani military operations during the conflict. Source: https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/defence/news/operation-sindoor-china-admits-it-provided-support-to-pakistan-last-year/articleshow/130961248.cms Date: 2026-05-08T13:17:31.000Z

News Update : 'He should lead': BJP state vice president backs TVK chief Vijay for CM - TOI NEWS DESK

Source: https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/he-should-lead-bjp-state-vice-president-khushbu-sundar-backs-tvk-chief-vijay-for-cm/articleshow/130901867.cms Date: 2026-05-07T14:24:48.000Z

News Update : 'More important ...': SC rebukes Centre, refuses to adjourn hearing on EC appointments law - TOI NEWS DESK

The Supreme Court refused to postpone hearings on petitions challenging the 2023 law for appointing election commissioners, deeming the matter "more important than any other matter." The court allowed petitioners to begin arguments, emphasizing the significance of the case over other ongoing constitutional benches. The Supreme Court refused to postpone hearings on petitions challenging the 2023 law for appointing election commissioners, deeming the matter "more important than any other matter." The court allowed petitioners to begin arguments, emphasizing the significance of the case over other ongoing constitutional benches. Source: https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/more-important-than-any-other-matter-sc-refuses-to-defer-hearing-on-ec-appointments-law/articleshow/130857855.cms Date: 2026-05-06T14:16:58.000Z

News Update : TVK's Vijay to take oath as CM on May 7 - short of majority, how will he form govt? - TOI NEWS DESK

TVK chief Vijay will be sworn in as Tamil Nadu's Chief Minister on May 7, securing 108 seats. Despite falling short of a majority, the party plans to seek support from smaller allies to form the government. Vijay has received congratulations from Rahul Gandhi and Prime Minister Narendra Modi, expressing commitment to public welfare and state progress. TVK chief Vijay will be sworn in as Tamil Nadu's Chief Minister on May 7, securing 108 seats. Despite falling short of a majority, the party plans to seek support from smaller allies to form the government. Vijay has received congratulations from Rahul Gandhi and Prime Minister Narendra Modi, expressing commitment to public welfare and state progress. Source: https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/tamil-nadu-cm-swearing-in-short-of-majority-by-just-10-seats-tvk-chief-vijay-to-take-oath-on-may-7-but-how-will-it-form-government/articleshow/130829724.cms Date: 2026-05-05T12:57:37.000Z

News Update : From Bengal shock to Tamil Nadu surprise: Time for exit polls to exit? - ABHISHEK MISHRA

Exit polls for five assembly elections proved indicative, not definitive, as results day revealed surprising outcomes. While some projections accurately predicted trends in Kerala and Assam, West Bengal and Tamil Nadu witnessed dramatic shifts, with unexpected victories and significant political realignments challenging pre-election forecasts. Exit polls for five assembly elections proved indicative, not definitive, as results day revealed surprising outcomes. While some projections accurately predicted trends in Kerala and Assam, West Bengal and Tamil Nadu witnessed dramatic shifts, with unexpected victories and significant political realignments challenging pre-election forecasts. Source: https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/from-bengal-shock-to-tamil-nadu-surprise-time-for-exit-polls-to-exit/articleshow/130802801.cms Date: 2026-05-04T14:20:56.000Z

News Update : Israel doubles air force fleet with mega US jet deal: What is 'Shield of Israel' plan? - TOI WORLD DESK

Israel's defense ministry has approved a multi-billion dollar deal to purchase two new combat squadrons of advanced F-35 and F-15IA fighter jets from Lockheed Martin and Boeing. This significant expansion of air power aims to bolster the country's long-term military capability and air superiority, with a focus on domestic production and technological advancement. Israel's defense ministry has approved a multi-billion dollar deal to purchase two new combat squadrons of advanced F-35 and F-15IA fighter jets from Lockheed Martin and Boeing. This significant expansion of air power aims to bolster the country's long-term military capability and air superiority, with a focus on domestic production and technological advancement. Source: https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/defence/netanyahus-defence-push-israel-approves-purchase-of-f-35-and-f-15ia-fighter-jets-to-boost-air-power/articleshow/130732835.cms Date: 2026-05-03T12:56:49.000Z

News Update : 'Save me': Delhi woman's last video call before MP cruise boat tragedy that killed 10 - TOI NEWS DESK

A Delhi family's housewarming trip turned tragic in Madhya Pradesh. A cruise boat accident on the Narmada river claimed three lives from the Massey family. The vessel capsized during a sudden storm. Survivors recounted moments of panic and a desperate search for life jackets. Relatives allege negligence by boat operators and authorities. A Delhi family's housewarming trip turned tragic in Madhya Pradesh. A cruise boat accident on the Narmada river claimed three lives from the Massey family. The vessel capsized during a sudden storm. Survivors recounted moments of panic and a desperate search for life jackets. Relatives allege negligence by boat operators and authorities. Source: https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/save-me-delhi-womans-last-video-call-before-mp-cruise-boat-tragedy-that-killed-3/articleshow/130714882.cms Date: 2026-05-02T11:11:22.000Z

News Update : TMC moves SC to scrap EC order excluding State staff from vote counting supervisor duty - TOI NEWS DESK

The high court also said while dismissing the petition, “It is the prerogative of the office of the Election Commission of India to appoint the counting supervisor and counting assistant either from the state government or the central government. This court does not find any illegality for appointing counting supervisor and counting assistant from the central government / central PSU employee instead of state government employee.” The high court also said while dismissing the petition, “It is the prerogative of the office of the Election Commission of India to appoint the counting supervisor and counting assistant either from the state government or the central government. This court does not find any illegality for appointing counting supervisor and counting assistant from the central government / central PSU employee instead of state government employee.” Source: https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/tmc-moves-sc-to-scrap-ec-order-excluding-state-staff-from-vote-counting-supervisor-duty/articleshow/130679878.cms Date: 2026-05-01T14:23:51.000Z