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Narendra Modi’s BJP wins election in West Bengal for the first time

Result in key Indian state is set to have significant implications for the country’s political landscape

The Guardian - UK

Saffron wave deepens erosion of secular norms

The Bharatiya Janata Party has achieved a significant victory in West Bengal, solidifying its influence across eastern India. This win strengthens the party's position nationally, following recent successes in other state elections. The outcome marks a shift in West Bengal's political landscape.

The Economic Times

Soaring Gasoline Prices Lift Ethanol and Boost Sugar Prices

July NY world sugar #11 (SBN26 ) today is up +0.27 (+1.81%), and Aug London ICE white sugar #5 (SWQ26 ) is not trading with markets in the UK closed for the May Day holiday. Sugar prices are sharply higher today for a second day, with NY sugar posting a...

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'20 years on H-1B': Major row over Indian man's viral post on not getting to see dying mother

After Gautam Dey's LinkedIn post on how he could not travel to India to see his dying mother one last time because of consular issues, a major controversy erupted as many people pointed out that he should have chosen his mother back home instead of his life in the US.…

The Times of India

Raghu Rai obituary

Celebrated photographer who captured the political upheavals and everyday life of post-independence India

The Guardian - UK

Celebrations as Modi’s ruling party poised to take control of India's West Bengal state

Supporters of Indian prime minister Narendra Modi's Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) celebrate as trends released by the Election Commission show BJP leading in 176 out of 294 seats in West Bengal.

Euronews

It was not racist: New Zealand woman says police came to her house for her 'Welcome to New India' FB post

Renee-Rose Schwenke, a New Zealand woman, has claimed that police came knocking on her door, accusing her of a racist attitude after she posted a photo on Facebook with a caption reading: 'Welcome to New India'. It was a photo of herself with two men of Indian appearance in the…

The Times of India

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Canadian university inks three MoUs during India outreach; delegation meets Delhi education minister

Cape Breton University (CBU) has signed three MoUs with Indian academic institutions during a multi-city outreach to foster higher education partnerships. The delegation, led by CBU president David C Dingwall, visited several cities, discussing collaborations in AI, community development, and startup ecosystems.

The Economic Times

Modi’s BJP set for big win in key state elections as support for his fiercest rivals collapses

Modi finally unseats Mamata Banerjee in West Bengal, while popular actor Vijay’s party takes the largest number of votes in Tamil Nadu

The Independent UK

This Indian Electric Motorcycle Is Dirt Cheap, And It Might Be A Game Changer

The Oben Rorr Evo delivers real motorcycle performance at just north of $1,000, making it one of the most accessible EV bikes yet.

RideApart

Why BJP’s Bengal Breakthrough Is Bigger Than It Looks

What if an election result is not really about numbers? Seats can be counted. Votes can be measured. But influence that’s harder to see. The recent breakthrough of the Bharatiya Janata Party in West Bengal may look like just another political win. But the real story runs deeper than headlines…

MyLifeXP

Ranveer Announces ‘India’s Got Latent’ Documentary After Kapil Show Reunion

YouTuber Ranveer Allahbadia has revealed that he is working on a documentary based on the controversy surrounding India’s Got Latent, shortly after his recent appearance on The Great Indian Kapil Show alongside comedian Samay Raina.

Whats Hot

“Living alone isn’t easy”: Indian student in US shares reality of studying abroad

The idea of studying abroad continues to inspire many Indian students, symbolizing opportunity, growth, and global exposure. However, beyond the excitement and social media highlights, there is a quieter, more honest conversation emerging about what life truly looks like after moving away from home.

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BCCI Plans Crackdown on ‘Girlfriend Culture’ in IPL Amid Rising Concerns

The Board of Control for Cricket in India is reportedly considering strict new measures to regulate what officials describe as the growing “girlfriend culture” around players in the Indian Premier League (IPL). According to a report by Dainik Jagran, the board is increasingly concerned about the potential long-term implications of…

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Why Lord Vishnu Chose a Banana Tree Hidden Truth

What if something you see in every puja carries a story no one ever tells? Banana leaves simple, familiar, present in almost every ritual. But what if they were once more than just a plant? What if they symbolized a life, a mistake, and a moment that changed everything? This…

The Independent UK

Eight dead after speeding car ploughs into good samaritans helping motorcycle crash victims

A manhunt is underway to trace the driver of the car, who fled after the incident

The Economic Times

NFO Alert: Axis Mutual Fund launches Axis Nifty Capital Markets Index Fund

Axis Mutual Fund has launched the Axis Nifty Capital Markets Index Fund, an open-ended scheme tracking the Nifty Capital Markets Total Return Index (TRI). The NFO is open till May 15 and aims to mirror index performance, before expenses, subject to tracking error. The fund offers investors exposure to India’s…

The Independent UK

The ‘missing’ insect that is raising alarm bells about one of world’s best biodiversity hotspots

Research points to alarming species decline, habitat degradation, and deeper ecological stress in India’s Western Ghats

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A Viral Sensation: The “Mini Kohli” Phenomenon Captivating the Internet

In the ever-evolving world of social media, where trends rise and fall in a matter of hours, a young boy from India has managed to capture widespread attention for a rather unexpected reason—not for a dance, prank, or comedic act, but simply for his striking resemblance to one of cricket’s…

Times Life

7 Temples Where Shiva Is Said to Still Be Present Today

There are certain sacred spaces in India where devotion does not feel like a ritual performed at a distance, but like an experience that is alive, immediate, and deeply personal. Among the countless temples dedicated to Lord Shiva, a few stand apart because devotees across generations have believed that Shiva’s…

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“Expected Chaos, Found Kindness”: Austrian Traveller’s Indian Railways Story Wins Hearts

What was expected to be a risky journey turned into a deeply memorable cultural experience for an Austrian traveller aboard India’s bustling railway network. Chiara, a backpacker from Austria, recently shared her story of travelling on Indian Railways—and her experience is now capturing widespread attention online. Like many first-time visitors,…

The Conversation

Oil refineries are catching fire in war or by accident. How does this worsen the energy crunch?

Over the last two months, refineries and fuel storage facilities around the world have caught fire due to war (Russia) or accident (Australia, the United States, India and Mexico), adding more pressure to stressed oil and gas supply chains.

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India’s Drishti Satellite Is a Silent Game Changer

What if clouds were no longer a barrier, and darkness could no longer hide anything? For decades, satellites had a critical weakness they depended on clear skies to capture useful images. The moment clouds appeared or night fell, visibility dropped, leaving gaps in crucial data. But now, that limitation is…

Newslaundry

Piping hot: India’s delivery economy runs on worker heat stress

“No matter if it is hot or raining, we have to work," says 30-year-old Rakesh Sahu (name changed), from Uttar Pradesh’s Jaunpur, who works as a delivery agent for Swiggy in Delhi. When IndiaSpend met him in early April in Saket, he had a cloth wrapped around his head, and a cap…

Newslaundry

Chandrababu Naidu’s delimitation pivot: What it means for southern states

“I see no threat to south India.”

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