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Siddaramaiah and Shivakumar met Rahul Gandhi and Kharge before holding discussions with Sonia Gandhi at her 10 Janpath residence. According to party sources, the talks centred on the composition of the new cabinet, Rajya Sabha nominations and the role Siddaramaiah could play after his resignation. The veteran Congress leader is learnt to have conveyed his views on the new power arrangement in Karnataka.

Hollywood star Eva Longoria, famous for her role in 'Desperate Housewives', has revealed she never watched the iconic show. The actress also explained why a reboot is unlikely, citing creator Marc Cherry's belief that the characters were fully explored. Longoria humorously added that Gabrielle Solis had 'slept with everybody' on Wisteria Lane, making further romantic entanglements impossible.

At Patna Junction, railway employees are stepping up to battle the sweltering heat, handing out complimentary chilled water and refreshing sharbats to travelers. This commendable initiative has now spread to other prominent railway stations, serving as a lifeline for those most affected by the soaring temperatures.

Delhi now allows private auditors for fire safety certificates, speeding up approvals. The government amended rules to decentralize the process, with DFS focusing on enforcement. A new automated monitoring system for high-risk buildings will ensure continuous functionality of safety equipment, sending real-time alerts for prompt action.

One, reduce or scrap tax on foreign capital, to get it out of flight mode. That will shore up rupee also. Two, end tax disparity between bank deposits and capital gains, to lower lending rates

Screenwriters Association Awards: Gulzar, Javed Akhtar, Aryan Khan, and Aditya Dhar Land Major Nods; ‘Black Warrant’, ‘Khauf’, ‘Paatal Lok’, and ‘Panchayat’ Lead in Series

Hezbollah launched 17 operations against Israeli targets in southern Lebanon, including drone and missile strikes, hitting military vehicles and tanks. Meanwhile, Israel reported intercepting a drone and facing anti-tank missiles and mortar fire. Hezbollah's leader vowed continued resistance, emphasizing their military strength is a domestic issue amid ongoing, volatile hostilities.

Cong’s Loses Ground After Its Win In Assembly Seat In 2025

Following Sunetra Pawar's resignation from the Rajya Sabha after her Baramati bypoll victory, speculation is rife over her replacement. While senior leader Chhagan Bhujbal stated no decision has been made, names like Jay Pawar and others are being discussed. The party's final decision is expected to be influenced by Sunetra and Parth Pawar.

Get ready for a magical experience! The enchanting film 'Wicked,' starring the incredible Cynthia Erivo alongside Ariana Grande, will begin streaming on May 21st. This captivating adaptation of the acclaimed Broadway musical, which earned 10 Oscar nods and thrilled audiences worldwide with over $758 million in ticket sales, dives into the extraordinary friendship of Elphaba and Glinda.

Even as several incumbent DMK ministers, former ADMK ministers, and star candidates are losing their safe seats and stronghold, Leema with a declared net assets at Rs 1,049.5 crore as per her poll nomination papers is maintaining substantial lead in all rounds of vote counting on Monday.

Investors from Tier-2 & -3 cities embrace stocks and mutual funds, but gaps in advisory may leave many vulnerable

Edmonton Oilers captain Connor McDavid has been named a finalist for the Ted Lindsay Award, recognizing the NHL's most outstanding player as voted by his peers. This marks his seventh nomination, having won the award four times previously. Despite the Oilers facing playoff elimination, McDavid's individual achievement offers a glimmer of celebration for the team.

For RBI the situation is clear: The resilience of the global economy, already inflicted with trade tensions, is being tested by the conflict in West Asia. The biggest takeaway from the RBI bulletin is that India’s domestic supply chains may come under risk from a prolonged war scenario, though strong macroeconomic fundamentals provide a buffer.