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Announcing his decision in Bengaluru, Reddy said he could not continue in the ministry after chief minister DK Shivakumar allegedly failed to honour an assurance made to him regarding the key portfolio. "The resignation comes at a time when Rahul Gandhi is in town. I cannot work against my conscience, so I am resigning as minister," said Reddy.

Karnataka minister R Ramalinga Reddy resigned just two days after his oath, citing strong dissatisfaction with his allocated portfolio. He expressed disappointment, stating Chief Minister DK Shivakumar reneged on an assurance regarding the Bengaluru development department. Reddy affirmed his continued loyalty to the Congress party, emphasizing he would not work against his conscience.

Karnataka's new cabinet portfolios are finalized, with Chief Minister DK Shivakumar keeping Finance. Deputy CM G Parameshwara gets Revenue, and Priyank Kharge takes Home. The distribution reflects a balance of caste and region, with 14 ministers sworn in. Further expansion is anticipated post-Rajya Sabha elections.

Jadavpur University has developed a functional prototype of a retrofitted electric Ambassador taxi, offering a practical solution for India's EV transition without scrapping existing vehicles. This initiative, in collaboration with DVC, aims to create a scalable, sustainable e-mobility model for Indian conditions, with a focus on retaining the original transmission for cost-effectiveness.

Karnataka Congress leaders met in Delhi amid intense speculation about a cabinet reshuffle and a potential change in chief ministership. Ministers close to CM Siddaramaiah expressed anxiety, while aspirants hoped for new opportunities. The party high command faces a delicate balancing act to resolve leadership and ministerial berth demands, impacting political careers.

Superstar Rajinikanth unveiled the trailer and audio of the upcoming musical drama 'Charukesi', praising the team for bringing a culture and music-rooted film to screens. Directed by Suresh Krissna and featuring Y. G. Mahendran, the film promises a blend of classical music, emotions, and family drama, set for a June 12 release.

Padma Bhushan Suman Kalyanpur, who is known for her songs in the Hindi and Marathi film industry, passed away at the age of 89. Union Minister Nitin Gadkari, Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde and other ministers paid tribute to the veteran singer and remembered her contribution to Indian music.

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah announced his resignation during a breakfast meeting with ministers, paving the way for Deputy CM DK Shivakumar to take over. Shivakumar's gesture of touching Siddaramaiah's feet underscored the expected leadership transition, with celebrations already beginning outside his residence.

President Droupadi Murmu presented 66 Padma awards at Rashtrapati Bhavan. Violinist N Rajam received Padma Vibhushan. Actor Dharmendra was honored posthumously with Padma Vibhushan. Actor Prosenjit Chatterjee received Padma Shri. The ceremony recognized distinguished service in various fields. A total of 131 Padma awards were approved for 2026.

The Tamil crime thriller 'Kaalidas 2', a sequel to the 2019 film, is now available for streaming on multiple OTT platforms including Amazon Prime Video and Sun NXT. Directed by Sri Senthil, the movie follows Inspector Kaalidas as he investigates the disappearance of a young girl, uncovering secrets and facing conflict with DSP Vaishnavi.

Early trends for the 2026 Kerala Assembly elections show a significant shift, with the Congress-led UDF projected for a commanding victory, leading in over 100 seats. The ruling LDF faces strong anti-incumbency, while the BJP remains a marginal player. This outcome suggests a return to Kerala's traditional pattern of alternating governments.

The Thally assembly seat, a Left stronghold, sees a heated contest. Incumbent CPI's Ramachandran faces challenges from BJP's Nagesh Kumar, who highlights a past murder case, and TVK's G Suresh, targeting young voters. Ramachandran, acquitted in the case, relies on his rural connect, while opponents focus on his legal history and promises of development.

Tovino Thomas's period action drama 'Pallichattambi' experienced a collection dip on its third day, earning Rs 1.36 crore. Despite a decent opening, the film's momentum appears to be slowing. While praised for Thomas's performance, the directorial choices and narrative have received mixed reactions, with technical aspects like music and stunts noted.

Jana Nayagan ’s leak ahead of its release has brought content security into the spotlight, exposing deep-rooted gaps within the industry’s workflow...

Union Minister Piyush Goyal criticized the Tamil Nadu government, alleging that three lakh families were denied housing benefits due to the state's failure to provide beneficiary names. He questioned Chief Minister Stalin on infrastructure development and the utilization of central funds, hinting at corruption investigations in the Jal Jeevan Mission. Goyal also refuted claims of a mandatory Hindi policy.