AAP clinches massive win in Punjab civic polls, Congress finishes second; BJP improves tally
The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) emerged as the clear winner in Punjab’s municipal elections, securing victories across several major civic bodies and municipal councils. Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann described the outcome as public support for his government’s development agenda and said voters had rejected the opposition’s “politics of hatred”.
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Shubman Gill trumps Vaibhav Sooryavanshi to steer Gujarat Titans into IPL 2026 final vs RCB
Gujarat Titans decimated Rajasthan Royals in Qualifier 2 of the IPL 2026. Vaibhav Sooryavanshi initially launched a scathing attack on the Shubman Gill-led side, but he barely had any support from the other end. His opening partner, Yashasvi Jaiswal, departed in the first over itself, scoring just one run, while batting at three, Dhruv Jurel went back in the next over, leaving RR reeling on 9/2.
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Rishabh Pant quits LSG captaincy after IPL 2026; What exactly went wrong?
Rishabh Pant has stepped down as Lucknow Super Giants captain following the IPL 2026 season. During his two-year stint, LSG failed to secure a playoff berth, managing only 10 wins under his leadership. The franchise finished seventh last season and ended this year at the bottom of the table. He was bought for INR 27 crore and was immediately handed the captaincy baton, but absolutely nothing worked well for the franchise since then.
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What did Dharmendra Pradhan say on NEET paper leak controversy and CBSE row | India TV Exclusive
Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan on Friday acknowledged irregularities in the NEET examination, admitting that the question paper had indeed been leaked. Addressing the growing outrage over the issue in an exclusive interview with India TV, Pradhan said the government is committed to taking strict action against the education mafia responsible for compromising the integrity of the medical entrance exam.
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Kirti Kulhari’s Rs 10,000 maid salary remark sparks debate; Mini Mathur says, ‘This is below minimum wage’
Actor Kirti Kulhari has found herself at the centre of a social media debate after her comments about the cost of hiring domestic help in Mumbai went viral. During a throwback conversation, Kirti spoke about moving into a new home on Yaari Road and being surprised by the rates quoted by domestic workers.
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CBSE revises Class 12 re-evaluation date, portal opens from June 1: What students should know
The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) on Friday announced a revision in the schedule for post-result activities related to Class 12 board examinations. Students seeking verification of marks, obtaining photocopies of evaluated answer books, or applying for re-evaluation will now be able to access the designated portal from June 1, 2026.
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Tamil Nadu CM Vijay’s son Jason Sanjay’s directorial debut Sigma gets release date | See post
The Telugu film Sigma is one of the highly anticipated films of 2026 as it marks the directorial debut of Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay’s son, Jason Sanjay. On Friday, the makers announced its release date along with a poster.
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Centre mulls roping in Air Force to fly NEET UG retest papers across country after paper leak fiasco: Report
After the NEET-UG paper leak controversy shook the examination system, the government is now considering bringing in the Indian Air Force (IAF) to transport question papers for the June 21 retest, because apparently, the land is not safe anymore and only military-grade security can stop leaks.
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Why did Karan Johar unfollow Shah Rukh Khan, Manish Malhotra from Instagram? Filmmaker finally reveals
Filmmaker Karan Johar has finally addressed the buzz around him reportedly unfollowing close friends including Shah Rukh Khan, Manish Malhotra, Ananya Panday on Instagram. The move had sparked speculation online, with fans speculating the reason behind it. However, he has now opened up about the situation, clearing the air on the ongoing chatter.
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US, Iran near deal? Tehran on board for nuclear talks, ceasefire extension; Trump’s approval awaited
The United States and Iran have reportedly reached a preliminary understanding to extend the ceasefire in their three-month conflict by another 60 days while beginning negotiations over Tehran’s nuclear programme. According to a US official familiar with the discussions, cited by AP, the proposed agreement still requires approval from President Donald Trump before it can be finalised.
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