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New Tamil Nadu CM Vijay's brief meeting with MK Stalin and Udhayanidhi took place days ahead of the crucial floor test in the Tamil Nadu Assembly to demonstrate the TVK regime's majority strength in the House.

In the last three days, 1.26 crore LPG cylinders were delivered against 1.14 crore bookings, with commercial LPG sales exceeding 17,000 tonnes. The Ministry of Petroleum reassured adequate crude oil stocks and efficient refinery operations amid global energy supply disruptions.

The Centre has allowed government-approved private test centres to verify and certify petrol, diesel, CNG, LPG, LNG and hydrogen dispensers, easing delays caused by overburdened state inspectors and improving compliance, operational efficiency and consumer protection.

Prime Minister Modi emphasised India's resilience against global pressure during a speech at the Somnath Amrut Mahotsav, recalling the 1998 nuclear tests and criticising appeasement politics.

Seventeen US citizens were repatriated from a cruise ship after one tested positive for the Andes strain of Hantavirus. Two were transported in biocontainment units, and upon arrival in Omaha, they will receive medical evaluation and monitoring.
Muthukrishnan Dhandapani, a Chennai-based mutual fund distributor and ex-BJP supporter, went viral on X after revealing that he has been advising Rahul Gandhi on his mutual fund investments since 2013. Despite his political leanings, Dhandapani says Gandhi has always separated politics from professionalism and remained a respectful, long-term client.

JSW Energy announced a significant 38% year-on-year increase in its consolidated net profit for the March-ended quarter, reaching Rs 574 crore. This strong performance was driven by a substantial 41% jump in revenue, which climbed to Rs 4,499 crore in Q4FY26 compared to the previous year's corresponding period.

The Indian rupee experienced its sharpest fall in over a month, reaching a record low against the dollar. Rising crude oil prices, driven by tensions in the Strait of Hormuz, significantly impacted the currency. India's equity markets and government bonds also saw declines.


The new VB-G RAM G Act, 2025 increases the annual work guarantee to 125 days and accompanies a massive ₹1.51 trillion budget to modernize rural infrastructure and secure livelihoods nationwide.

Chandranath Rath murder case: Probe revealed that the car suspected to have been used by the attackers had crossed the Bali toll plaza before the murder. Here's what happened next.
Iran has implemented new regulations requiring ships to obtain transit authorisation and pay tolls to navigate the Strait of Hormuz, asserting control over this crucial waterway. Iran has reportedly set up the Persian Gulf Strait Authority (PGSA).
Multi Commodity Exchange of India (MCX) achieved record revenue and profit in FY26. Daily trading volume surged significantly. Global market volatility provided a strong tailwind. Retail investor participation grew substantially. MCX is also establishing its prices as India's commodity benchmark. A new coal spot exchange is planned, completing its energy portfolio.
Canara Bank reported a 10% YoY decline in Q4FY26 consolidated net profit to Rs 4,506 crore, while net interest income rose 4% to Rs 9,808 crore. Profit also fell 13% sequentially from the previous quarter. Following the earnings announcement, shares of the PSU lender plunged 7% to hit an intraday low of Rs 130.50 on the NSE.
Chennai-based mutual fund distributor Muthukrishnan Dhandapani, who manages Rahul Gandhi’s investments, says he stopped taking new clients a decade ago—a choice that may have cost him a tenfold rise in income. He insists on keeping work strictly professional, never seeking favours, and values contentment over scaling his business.


Iran's Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi is expected to visit India for the BRICS Foreign Ministers' Meeting on May 14-15, reflecting the growing ties between New Delhi and Tehran amid significant geopolitical developments.

A package carrying two gelatin sticks was found nearly a km away from the NICE Road junction near Thathaguni, Kaggalipura, in Bengaluru, Karnataka, on Sunday, nearly one-and-a-half hours ahead of the prime minister's visit.