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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.

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.

Noida International Airport, also known as Jewar Airport, is set to commence operations on June 15, marking a significant development for Delhi-NCR's aviation sector. This new greenfield hub aims to alleviate pressure on Delhi's IGI Airport, offering improved connectivity and passenger convenience. IndiGo will operate the inaugural flight, with other carriers expected to join soon, initially focusing on domestic routes.

A 35-year-old man allegedly murdered his tenant in northwest Delhi's Shalimar Bagh, suspecting an illicit relationship with his wife. The accused, Virender, confessed to the crime at a police station after slitting the victim's throat and stabbing him multiple times. Police recovered the murder weapon and are investigating the incident further.

The Wrestling Federation of India announced new eligibility rules for the 2026 Asian Games trials, making Vinesh Phogat ineligible as only recent national and federation medal winners can participate. The returning wrestler is also facing an ITA warning for missing a doping test in December 2025. It counts as her first “whereabouts failure” but is not a doping violation.

A powerful thunderstorm swept through Delhi late Sunday, bringing strong winds and rain that disrupted flights and lowered temperatures significantly. The storm dramatically improved air quality, leading to the lifting of Stage 1 GRAP measures. More rain is forecast for Monday night and Tuesday, with temperatures expected to rise later in the week.

Rai’s frames documented India's biggest names but also the song of struggling India, with washermen, wrestlers, construction workers, and cart pullers also becoming the subjects of iconic photos.

Khilafat House, once a hub for nationalist leaders and the Khilafat movement, is set to transform into a modern skyscraper. This historic Byculla building, gifted by the Sobani brothers, will house educational institutions, a hospital, and conference facilities, ensuring continued revenue for the Khilafat Committee trust's charitable activities.