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The United Democratic Front (UDF) celebrated a triumphant return to power after a decade, marked by jubilant scenes at Indira Bhavan. Opposition leader V D Satheesan was hailed for orchestrating the comeback, as jubilant workers celebrated the perceived rejection of the LDF government's policies and the end of Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan's "arrogance.

Veteran Zeenat Aman shared how she lost her friend-gifted Rolex at a charity cricket match attended by Indira Gandhi and Simi Grewal. Left in a bag watched by Muzaffar Ali, it vanished. "Fate plays cruel tricks," she captioned. Born 1951, she's iconic in Hindi cinema hits like Hare Rama Hare Krishna.

Ameesha Patel revealed her family’s close ties with Indira Gandhi, who first visited her as a newborn and even fixed her parents’ wedding date. She highlighted her grandfather Rajni Patel’s strong political influence, noting his close association with Indira Gandhi and key role within the Congress party.

IGNOU has extended the July 2026 re-registration deadline for ODL and online programs to June 30. This applies to most courses, excluding certificate and semester-based ones. Students can re-register online, with no physical study materials provided for online courses. Scholarship opportunities are also available via the National Scholarship Portal.

Customs officers at Delhi's IGI Airport intercepted three passengers arriving from Bangkok. Over 24 kilograms of suspected marijuana, valued at more than ₹24 crore, were seized. The largest seizure involved an Uzbek national. Indian nationals were also apprehended in separate incidents. All three passengers were arrested under the NDPS Act.

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

Yo Yo Honey Singh has denied performing the controversial track 'Volume 1' at a Delhi event, his lawyer informed the Delhi High Court. The court has directed the singer to file a formal affidavit detailing his stance. The Hindu Shakti Dal had petitioned for the song's removal, citing its vulgar lyrics.

A new book by Sandeep Dahisarkar aims to revive interest in Rao Bahadur MV Dhurandhar, an early 20th-century artist from the Bombay School of Art. The 370-page volume highlights Dhurandhar's academic-realist style, his contribution to nationalist sentiment, and his depictions of Indian life and women. Experts emphasize his celebration of Indian traditions and his lasting influence on art education.

Palaniswami secured 85,553 votes and is leading by 54,458 in the Edappadi constituency.