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Mamata’s Party Hit by Fresh Revolt After 2 MLA Expulsions

Wed, 03 Jun 2026 22:06:00 +0530

Fresh political tremors have hit West Bengal as the Trinamool Congress has expelled two of its MLAs, Sandipan Saha and Ritabrata Banerjee with immediate effect over alleged anti-party activities. The Mamata Banerjee-led party announced disciplinary action after an internal review, citing repeated absence from party-led meetings along with activities and statements considered prejudicial to the party’s interests. The move has triggered intense political discussion across West Bengal, with many now asking whether internal cracks are widening within the Trinamool Congress ahead of crucial political battles. While the TMC leadership has acted firmly, the party has not publicly detailed the exact nature of the alleged violations. As of now, there has been no immediate response from Sandipan Saha or Ritabrata Banerjee following the announcement. WATCH

Cockroach Janta Party founder Abhijeet Dipke deported by US, claims influencer Shayan Krishna

Wed, 03 Jun 2026 21:45:00 +0530

A major controversy has erupted ahead of Abhijeet Dipke`s planned return to India on June 6. Influencer Shayan Krishna has alleged that the Cockroach Janta Party founder is not returning voluntarily but is instead being deported back to India. He challenged Dipke to produce evidence and "show the passport stamp" to support his version of events. Dipke has strongly denied the allegations, calling them fake and insisting that he is returning to India to participate in a major protest campaign over the NEET and CBSE controversies.

DK Shivakumar takes oath as Karnataka CM, replaces Siddaramaiah in major Congress shift

Wed, 03 Jun 2026 19:32:00 +0530

Congress leader D.K. Shivakumar took oath today as the state`s new Chief Minister, replacing Siddaramaiah after the completion of the party`s power-sharing arrangement. The swearing-in ceremony was attended by Rahul Gandhi, Mallikarjun Kharge and several senior Congress leaders. G. Parameshwara took oath as Deputy Chief Minister, while K.H. Muniyappa, K.J. George, Eshwar Khandre, Yathindra Siddaramaiah, Byrathi Suresh and Sharan Prakash Patil were inducted into the new cabinet.

Iran`s deadly missile hammers Kuwait`s international airport, killing one; flights suspended

Wed, 03 Jun 2026 18:30:00 +0530

Kuwait International Airport has been hit by Iran’s missile and drones, killing one person, injuring several others and causing extensive damage to the T1 terminal. Flights were suspended and diverted as emergency crews rushed to the scene. Kuwait strongly condemned the attack and signalled its right to respond. The strike comes amid intensifying hostilities between Iran and the United States.

Madhuri Dixit slams Bollywood`s age bias: "Remember what she represents rather than her age"

Wed, 03 Jun 2026 17:40:00 +0530

In an industry notoriously obsessed with youth and unrealistic beauty standards, Bollywood icon Madhuri Dixit Nene is drawing a line in the sand. Speaking candidly with Mid-Day ahead of her upcoming comedy film Maa Behen, the veteran actor opened up about the persistent double standards women face as they grow older in the public eye. Reflecting on her four-decade-long career, Dixit called out the toxic reality of "lookism"—including the recent online trolling of peers like Aishwarya Rai Bachchan at Cannes—arguing that society routinely minimizes a woman`s lifelong professional triumphs down to a mere "number on a scale or a dress." Striking a powerful note on empathy, she urged the public to remember a person`s lasting contributions rather than subjecting them to superficial scrutiny about weight, wrinkles, or gray hair. Ultimately, Dixit proves that true longevity in cinema isn`t about conforming to society`s narrow expectations, but about prioritizing the joy of the craft and uplifting the next generation of talent.

Mumbai rains chaos: Heavy downpour floods roads, shuts Andheri subway; IMD issues yellow alert

Wed, 03 Jun 2026 17:28:00 +0530

Mumbai woke up to its first major pre-monsoon spell of the season as heavy rains lashed several parts of the city, triggering waterlogging and massive traffic disruptions. Areas including Andheri, Bandra, Khar, Malad, Goregaon, Juhu, Versova and Vakola witnessed intense rainfall, while key stretches of the Western Express Highway and the Andheri subway faced severe disruptions. The IMD has issued a yellow alert and forecast more rain, thunderstorms and gusty winds in the coming days. With the southwest monsoon expected to advance soon, Mumbai may be heading into a wet and challenging week ahead.

Ukraine`s night of horror: 600+ drones, 70+ missiles pound Kyiv in single night as Russia rains fire

Tue, 02 Jun 2026 21:51:02 +0530

Russia has launched one of its largest missile and drone attacks on Ukraine in recent months, firing more than 600 drones and over 70 missiles in a massive overnight assault. The attacks struck Kyiv, Dnipro and several other regions, leaving at least 13 people dead and dozens injured, including children. Residential buildings were damaged, fires erupted across multiple districts and emergency crews rushed to rescue those trapped beneath rubble. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has called for additional Western air defence support, while Russia says the strikes were retaliation for previous Ukrainian attacks.

Mamata Banerjee leads protest in Kolkata, “You Can`t Break TMC” warning to BJP

Tue, 02 Jun 2026 21:50:38 +0530

Trinamool Congress chief Mamata Banerjee led a massive protest in Kolkata, accusing the BJP of targeting TMC leaders and workers following the recent Assembly election results. Joined by Abhishek Banerjee and other senior leaders, Mamata launched a day-long dharna and issued a sharp warning to the BJP, alleging attempts to weaken the party and undermine democracy.

South Lebanon on fire, Israel-Hezbollah crush Trump`s peace plea as bombing continues

Tue, 02 Jun 2026 21:50:17 +0530

Fresh Israeli strikes rocked southern Lebanon despite U.S. President Donald Trump`s reported efforts to prevent a major escalation and spare Beirut from attack. While Lebanon claimed Trump`s intervention helped avoid strikes on the Hezbollah-controlled southern suburbs of Beirut, Israel continued heavy operations in southern Lebanon, keeping tensions at boiling point.

Trump shoots himself in the foot again! President claims peace between Hezbollah-Israel

Tue, 02 Jun 2026 16:28:10 +0530

Donald Trump is facing an international backlash after bragging on Truth Social that he single-handedly saved Beirut from a massive Israeli raid. Trump even proudly declared an "eternal ceasefire" was brokered with Hezbollah but the entire claim imploded in record time. Sources from Israeli military officials immediately disproved Trump`s narrative, stated that no troops were even en route to Beirut, and essentially called out the US president`s bluff. To make matters embarrassingly worse, the "eternal peace" lasted barely a few hours before sirens started wailing and both sides renewed attacks. Watch how Trump`s attempted triumph turned into a massive diplomatic blunder.

Mamata Banerjee`s TMC split wide open: 60 MLAs skip meeting; back expelled leader Ritabrata Banerjee

Tue, 02 Jun 2026 16:27:43 +0530

The Trinamool Congress (TMC) has officially split wide open in West Bengal. In an unprecedented rebellion rocking Kolkata, a staggering 60 out of 80 TMC MLAs completely boycotted an emergency meeting called at Mamata Banerjee’s residence. The civil war erupted over the high-stakes selection of the Leader of the Opposition (LoP) post. While Mamata Banerjee named close ally Sobhondeb Chattopadhyay, a massive faction of dissident lawmakers openly revolted, throwing their weight behind Ritabrata Banerjee—who was dramatically expelled from the party just a day prior.

BJP`s Tamil Nadu shocker: Annamalai resigns from BJP, may launch new movement

Tue, 02 Jun 2026 16:27:04 +0530

Former Tamil Nadu BJP chief K. Annamalai`s meeting with BJP president Nitin Nabin and senior leader B.L. Santosh has triggered intense speculation about his future in the party. Sources suggest Annamalai may be preparing to chart an independent political course, even as BJP leaders reportedly try to persuade him to stay. Reports indicate that he could launch a public movement before eventually floating a political party of his own.

TMC crisis: Massive revolt rocks Mamata`s party, signature scam row hits Abhishek Banerjee

Mon, 01 Jun 2026 20:45:14 +0530

A major political storm is brewing in West Bengal as rumours of a possible revolt by as many as 22 TMC MLAs trigger panic within the Trinamool Congress. The crisis comes amid an explosive signature forgery controversy, a CID probe, and growing allegations of internal dissent. Rebel voices within the party have reportedly questioned key leadership decisions, while Mamata Banerjee has accused the BJP of trying to engineer a split in the TMC. With two MLAs already expelled and Abhishek Banerjee facing fresh scrutiny, questions are mounting over the future unity of the ruling party.

CM Vijay`s first mega rally highlights: New roadmap for Tamil Nadu unveiled amid DMK bashing

Mon, 01 Jun 2026 20:23:30 +0530

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister and TVK chief Vijay held his first major public rally in Trichy after assuming office, drawing massive crowds in a powerful show of political strength. During the event, Vijay thanked voters for their support, declared that law and order would be his government`s top priority, and outlined his vision for Tamil Nadu. He also took direct aim at the DMK, alleging attempts were made to prevent TVK from coming to power. The Trichy rally marked a symbolic return to the city where Vijay launched his statewide political campaign, and is being seen as the beginning of a new TVK vs DMK political battle in Tamil Nadu.

CJP founder Dipke will return to India, calls massive Delhi protest over NEET, CBSE row

Mon, 01 Jun 2026 20:23:07 +0530

Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) founder Abhijeet Dipke has announced his return to India on June 6 and plans to lead a peaceful protest at Jantar Mantar in New Delhi. Dipke is demanding accountability over the NEET paper leak controversy and recent CBSE examination issues, while calling for the resignation of Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan. The CJP founder has urged students and young people across the country to join the protest and raise their concerns through democratic means.

CBSE OSM row: “Pickpockets” Rahul Gandhi targets PM Modi as CBSE opens re-evaluation today

Mon, 01 Jun 2026 20:22:40 +0530

The CBSE re-evaluation controversy has exploded into a major political battle after Rahul Gandhi launched a sharp attack on the Modi government over alleged flaws in the Board`s On-Screen Marking (OSM) system. The Congress leader questioned the fees charged for verification, re-totalling and re-evaluation, claiming students are being forced to pay for mistakes made by the system. His remarks came after several students reported answer-sheet mix-ups and issues during the re-evaluation process.

BCI Cracks Down On Samarth Singh In Twisha Sharma Death Case

Sat, 23 May 2026 16:49:23 +0530

The Twisha Sharma death case has taken a massive new turn after the Bar Council of India suspended advocate Samarth Singh from legal practice amid serious allegations connected to the investigation. Months after former model and actor Twisha Sharma was found dead at her matrimonial home in Bhopal, the case continues to trigger nationwide debate, legal scrutiny, and public outrage. In a major development, the BCI issued an interim disciplinary order against Samarth Singh, calling the allegations “grave and damaging” to the credibility of the legal profession. The move came shortly after Samarth surrendered before the district court, following weeks of evasion after an FIR was registered against him and former judge Giribala Singh. WATCH

CBI Clears Raj Singh After 10 Day Ordeal In Chandranath Rath Case

Sat, 23 May 2026 16:47:36 +0530

The investigation into the murder of BJP aide Chandranath Rath has taken a dramatic turn after the CBI officially cleared Ballia resident Raj Singh of any involvement in the case. What began as a routine Ayodhya darshan trip reportedly turned into a 10-day custodial nightmare for Singh, who claims he was picked up due to mistaken identity and forced to live in fear while under detention in Kolkata. According to Raj Singh, CCTV footage, mobile location data and other records ultimately helped investigators establish that he had no connection to the murder. Following his release, Singh and his family have raised serious allegations against the police, accusing officials of damaging their reputation without properly verifying facts. He has also alleged threats, intimidation and fear of a fake encounter during the days he spent in custody. WATCH

India’s Viral ‘Cockroach Janta Party’ Sparks Pakistan’s ‘Cockroach Awami Party’

Fri, 22 May 2026 16:45:32 +0530

What began as a sarcastic internet response to controversial “cockroach” and “parasite” remarks aimed at unemployed youth has now transformed into one of South Asia’s biggest digital satire movements. India’s viral ‘Cockroach Janta Party’ or CJP has exploded across Instagram and meme culture, crossing millions of followers and turning frustration, unemployment anxiety, and Gen-Z humour into a full-scale online phenomenon. Now, the movement appears to be crossing borders. Pakistani social media platforms are witnessing the rise of similar satire-driven pages, including the emerging ‘Cockroach Awami Party’, which openly references inspiration from India’s viral meme movement. With green-and-white branding, ironic political messaging, and Gen-Z meme culture at its core, the Pakistani spin-offs are attempting to recreate the same anti-establishment internet energy that made CJP go massively viral in India.

Twisha Sharma`s Husband Samarth Singh Appears In Jabalpur After Days In Hiding

Fri, 22 May 2026 16:43:48 +0530

The Twisha Sharma death case has taken a dramatic new turn after accused husband Samarth Singh, who had reportedly remained untraceable for nearly 10 days, surfaced and surrendered before a court in Jabalpur. The shocking development comes amid escalating allegations of dowry harassment, abetment, and claims of foul play surrounding Twisha’s death at her marital home in Bhopal. In a major legal twist, the anticipatory bail plea filed on behalf of Samarth Singh was withdrawn as the defence informed the Madhya Pradesh High Court about the decision to surrender.

“Cockroach Janta Party” Goes Viral as Youth Turn Meme Into Protest

Fri, 22 May 2026 16:41:45 +0530

India’s social media landscape has erupted after controversial remarks linked to Supreme Court Chief Justice Surya Kant allegedly comparing unemployed youth to “cockroaches” triggered a massive nationwide backlash and an explosive wave of digital resistance. What began as outrage soon transformed into one of the internet’s most bizarre and powerful viral protest movements, the rise of the ‘Cockroach Janta Party’ or CJP. The remarks associated with Surya Kant sparked intense debate online, with thousands of young Indians expressing anger over unemployment, economic distress and growing frustration with the system. Within hours, meme pages parody accounts and digital creators turned the controversy into a full-scale internet movement. WATCH

Iran Goes DARK As Israeli Shelling And Drone Fire Rip Through Southern Lebanon

Thu, 21 May 2026 16:39:28 +0530

Southern Lebanon is witnessing one of its most intense periods of destruction in recent months as Israeli airstrikes, artillery shelling, and drone attacks continue to hit multiple towns across the region. Areas including Sarafand in the Tyre district and Yaroun have come under repeated fire, while Lebanese officials report entire residential neighborhoods reduced to rubble in parts of Bint Jbeil. At the same time, Iran’s nationwide internet blackout has entered its 83rd day, leaving millions cut off from global communication platforms and international network access. The digital shutdown was reportedly imposed within hours of the February 28 US-Israeli strikes and has since triggered growing international concern over censorship, information control and the widening regional crisis. WATCH

Bandra Erupts on Day 3 of Bulldozer Drive as Rail Land Reclamation Nears End

Thu, 21 May 2026 16:36:39 +0530

Mumbai’s Bandra remains on edge as the massive Bombay High Court-directed demolition drive enters a decisive Day 3. Authorities say more than 85% of the ₹600 crore Western Railway land has now been cleared in one of the city’s biggest anti-encroachment operations in recent years. The demolition push near the Bandra skywalk witnessed dramatic scenes after protests intensified, leading to heavy stone pelting, police action, detentions, and multiple injuries. Several police personnel and protesters were reportedly hurt during clashes that erupted amid the ongoing clearance operation. Nirmal Nagar Police detained several individuals as rioting and assault cases surfaced following the unrest. WATCH

Beaufort Falls as Netanyahu Orders Deeper Lebanon Offensive | WATCH

Mon, 01 Jun 2026 15:30:00 +0530

Tensions on the Israel-Lebanon border have surged again after Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu ordered troops deeper into southern Lebanon in a major expansion of military operations. Israeli forces have reportedly captured the historic Beaufort Castle, a key strategic high-ground position overlooking southern Lebanon, marking one of the most significant battlefield developments in recent weeks. Netanyahu described the operation as a critical move in Israel’s broader security strategy as fighting with Hezbollah intensifies despite continuing ceasefire discussions. The escalation comes amid heavy cross-border exchanges. WATCH

Bhagyashree Reveals Hilarious First Impression of Sooraj Barjatya | EXCLUSIVE

Mon, 01 Jun 2026 15:07:00 +0530

When Sooraj Barjatya first came to offer her `Maine Pyar Kiya`, Bhagyashree genuinely presumed he was a prospective groom coming with a marriage proposal! Fast forward 37 years later, when Riteish Deshmukh approached her for `Raja Shivaji`, she said yes without even waiting for a narration.

Iran Warns of BRUTAL Retaliation as Trump Reignites Iraq-Iran War Debate

Mon, 01 Jun 2026 15:00:00 +0530

Tensions in West Asia are back in sharp focus after Iran issued one of its strongest warnings yet, saying any fresh aggression against its territory will be met with a far more forceful response. In a blunt message aimed at its adversaries, Tehran said “the enemy should know” that the armed forces of the Islamic Republic stand fully prepared to respond to any hostile move. The warning comes as Donald Trump made fresh remarks on America’s role in the region, reflecting on the Iraq war and US involvement in Iran. Trump said the United States “shouldn’t have been there in the first place” while describing the Iraq invasion as a major mistake. He also defended recent US military action involving Iran, claiming the strikes prevented Tehran from having a nuclear weapon “right now”.

Kalyan Banerjee INJURED in Hooghly Turmoil A Day After Abhishek Banerjee ASSAULT

Mon, 01 Jun 2026 14:57:00 +0530

West Bengal politics has erupted into fresh controversy after Kalyan Banerjee was injured during chaotic scenes in Hooghly’s Chanditala. The incident comes barely a day after Abhishek Banerjee was allegedly assaulted in Sonarpur, pushing Bengal’s political temperature even higher. During his visit to Chanditala, Kalyan was met with black flags, loud “chor chor” slogans and intense crowd unrest before visuals captured an object appearing to strike him from behind. The TMC leader later alleged he was verbally abused by a group before being hit on the head and left bleeding on the road. WATCH

CM Vijay’s Visit to Ajith Goes Viral as Trisha Appearance Sparks Fresh Buzz

Mon, 01 Jun 2026 14:55:00 +0530

Tamil Nadu CM Vijay visited Ajith Kumar’s Chennai home to offer condolences after the passing of Ajith’s mother, Mohini Mani, with Trisha Krishnan also accompanying him during the emotional visit. While Vijay’s heartfelt meeting with Ajith drew attention, Trisha’s arrival alongside the actor quickly sparked massive debate online, with social media flooded by reactions over her presence at the private condolence gathering.

Yeh Hai Mohabbatein Stars Reunite to Prep Ruhaanika for KKK 15

Mon, 01 Jun 2026 14:42:00 +0530

Yeh Hai Mohabbatein fame Ruhaanika Dhawan joins as the youngest contestant in Khatron Ke Khiladi 15. The actress exclusively shared how Divyanka Tripathi and Aly Goni advised her for the show, on bonding with co-contestants and more.

Saba Azad Breaks Silence on Upcoming Venture With Hrithik Roshan

Mon, 01 Jun 2026 14:36:00 +0530

Dr. Vidushi is BACK! In this exclusive chat with mid-day, Saba Azad spills the beans on returning for Who`s Your Gynac? Season 2 on Amazon MX Player. She opens up about breaking taboos around women`s health and why comedy is the perfect weapon to spark important conversations. But that`s not all! Saba also drops exciting details about her massive upcoming lineup, including Anurag Kashyap’s Bandar and the Amazon Prime Video series Storm, produced by Hrithik Roshan.