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Amid the ongoing political tussle over government formation in Tamil Nadu, Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) chief Vijay has sought an appointment with Governor RN Ravi on Friday evening.<br /><br />At the same time, TVK leader CTR Nirmal Kumar arrived at the Communist Party of India headquarters, Balan Illam, where the CPI is holding an executive committee meeting to decide its stand on extending support to the Vijay-led party.<br /><br />Following the fractured verdict in the April 23 Assembly elections, Vijay has been trying to rally support from other parties to stake claim to form the government.<br /><br />The TVK emerged as the single largest party but remained short of the majority mark of 118 seats in the 234-member Assembly.<br /><br />The party has since intensified talks with potential allies, including the Congress, which has already extended conditional support after breaking ties with the DMK.<br /><br />With the backing of five Congress MLAs, the TVK-led camp’s tally has risen to 112, still six seats short of the halfway mark needed to form the government.<br /><br />Governor Arlekar had on Thursday invited Vijay to Lok Bhavan and informed him that the requisite majority support required to form the government had not yet been established.<br /><br />According to sources, the Governor sought clarity on the “magic number” needed for government formation and asked Vijay to provide details of legislators backing TVK’s claim.<br /><br />The Governor’s refusal to immediately invite Vijay to form the government has triggered sharp criticism from TVK leaders and supporters, many of whom accused Arlekar of acting at the behest of the BJP to delay constitutional procedure.<br /><br />Amid the political deadlock, TVK Joint General Secretary CTR Nirmal Kumar, along with party leaders, met leaders of the Communist Party of India at the CPI office in Chennai on Thursday to seek support for government formation.<br /><br />Speaking to the media after the meeting, Nirmal Kumar said both the CPI and Viduthalai Chiruthaigal Katchi would hold internal discussions on extending support to TVK and announce their decisions later.<br /><br />Both CPI and VCK secured two seats each in the Assembly elections.<br />

A former JPMorgan banker of Nepalese descent alleged that a senior executive coerced him into “non-consensual and humiliating sex acts" while threatening his career and subjecting him to racial abuse. According to a WSJ report, the bank unsuccessfully tried settling the case before the lawsuit was filed

A dramatic Minnesota hearing erupted after Republicans raised questions about campaign donations made to Rep. Ilhan Omar by individuals allegedly tied to the massive Feeding Our Future fraud scandal. GOP lawmakers pushed for a subpoena seeking records and communications linked to Omar, her former staff members and organizations connected to the case, arguing the public deserves transparency in the $250 million fraud investigation. Democrats blasted the move as political targeting and accused allies of President Donald Trump of obsessing over Omar. The subpoena effort ultimately failed by one vote. Omar has not been charged with wrongdoing.

US non-immigrant visa applicants now face new questions about experiencing or fearing harm in their home countries, with affirmative answers potentially leading to denial. This change could impact future asylum claims, as applicants might be challenged on the veracity of their statements. Immigration experts suggest these questions target legal immigrants who might later seek asylum.

Republicans in Minnesota are demanding answers from Rep. Ilhan Omar after explosive claims emerged during a heated hearing tied to the massive Feeding Our Future fraud scandal. GOP lawmakers pointed to alleged communications, campaign donations and connections involving individuals linked to the $250 million fraud case, arguing the public deserves transparency and accountability. Democrats pushed back hard, accusing Republicans and allies of President Donald Trump of politically targeting Omar. The dramatic subpoena effort ultimately failed by one vote, but Republicans say the investigation is far from over. Omar has not been charged with wrongdoing.

US President Trump announced a three-day Russia-Ukraine ceasefire from May 9-11, hoping for a long-term peace deal and a prisoner exchange. Despite this, fighting persisted, with both sides reporting attacks. Ukraine accused Russia of continuing assaults, while Russia claimed to intercept numerous drones. The truce follows Russia's Victory Day, a proposal Kyiv had previously dismissed.

The BJP, either on its own or in alliance, is in power in around 22 states, covering roughly 78% of India’s population. According to psephologist Sanjay Kumar, these figures reflect the party’s firm establishment of dominance in national politics

Tensions exploded during a heated Minnesota hearing over the massive Feeding Our Future fraud scandal as lawmakers clashed over efforts to subpoena Rep. Ilhan Omar. Democratic members accused Republicans and allies of President Donald Trump of being “obsessed” with Omar instead of focusing on broader oversight issues. The dramatic exchange came after a GOP-led subpoena push targeting Omar failed by a single vote, fueling accusations of political targeting and partisan warfare surrounding the $250 million fraud case. Omar has not been charged with wrongdoing.

An IndiGo flight from Kolkata to Patna made an emergency landing in Lucknow due to adverse weather conditions in Patna. The aircraft, carrying 180 passengers and six crew members, was diverted after being unable to receive landing clearance. The flight later departed for Patna once the weather improved.

Rep. Ilhan Omar is facing renewed scrutiny after refusing to respond to a Minnesota committee investigating the state’s massive Feeding Our Future fraud scandal. Lawmakers sought documents and testimony regarding Omar’s alleged ties to individuals connected to the case, prompting a failed subpoena effort in the Republican-led committee. Committee Chair Kristin Robbins claimed Omar played a role in creating conditions that allowed the fraud to explode after passage of the MEALS Act in 2020. Omar has not been charged with wrongdoing, and the subpoena vote ultimately fell short by one vote.

Reform UK has emerged as a major force in English local elections, securing the most council seats and taking control of its first London council. This surge, alongside significant losses for Labour and Conservatives, signals a potential shift to a five-party political landscape. Labour faces historical setbacks, with its leader under pressure amid widespread voter dissatisfaction.