J&K Forest Minister boycotts own department’s event to protest demolitions in Jammu
Javed Rana’s decision to boycott the event reflected a growing rift between the elected government and officials who report to Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha directly in J&K
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Strategic compact: India & Cyprus look to secure trade routes, supply chains, and regional security against the backdrop of a China-Turkey-Pakistan axis
India and Cyprus elevated their relationship to a strategic partnership, aiming to boost bilateral investments in sectors like defense and tourism. This move strengthens Cyprus's defense capabilities and positions it as a key European entry point for the India-Middle East-Europe Economic Corridor, countering regional geopolitical challenges.
Raghav Chadha appointed chairman of Rajya Sabha Committee on Petitions
“The Chairman, Rajya Sabha has, on 20 May 2026, nominated Dr Menaka Guruswamy, Member, Rajya Sabha, to be a member of the Joint Committee on the Corporate Laws [Amendment] Bill, 2026,” says Rajya Sabha secretariat.
Cockroach Janta Party website taken down: Founder Abhijeet Dipke calls govt 'dictatorial'
Abhijeet Dipke, founder of the viral Cockroach Janta Party, announced their website was taken down, accusing the BJP-led Centre of dictatorial behavior. Dipke claimed nearly 10 lakh people had joined the satirical platform, with 6 lakh signing a petition for the Education Minister's resignation over the NEET-UG controversy.
No system to groom political leaders in India; youth must enter public life with awareness: Governor Arlekar
Rajendra Arlekar called for serious introspection on the current system and lamented that the country lacks a mechanism to groom its political leaders.