Congress scrambles to pick Kerala CM after UDF win
Congress leadership works to select Kerala's next chief minister after UDF's landslide victory, with VD Satheesan, KC Venugopal, and Ramesh Chennithala as top contenders.
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Antony cautions new UDF govt against repeating CPM mistakes
Senior Congress leader A K Antony urged the new UDF government in Kerala to remain sensitive to public sentiment, cautioning against repeating mistakes made by the CPM.
BJP Govt Formation in WB Gains Momentum, Adhikari Frontrunner
BJP's government formation in West Bengal accelerates as assembly dissolution looms. Suvendu Adhikari emerges as top CM candidate, with Amit Shah likely to oversee MLAs' meeting before May 9.
Kovind to Hoist Sacred Flag at Nashik's Kalaram Mandir
Former President Ram Nath Kovind and CM Devendra Fadnavis will hoist the Dharma Dhwaja atop Kalaram Mandir in Nashik on Wednesday. The 21-foot brass flagstaff ceremony includes rituals and dignitaries.
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Six Arrested for Illegal Hunting in Hyderabad Forest Areas
Hyderabad police and forest officials arrested six individuals, including a Telangana Rifle Association member, for illegally hunting deer, peacocks, and other wildlife in forest areas. Airguns and a licensed rifle were seized.
Two Youths Drown in Mahi River Near Vadodara
Two youths drowned in the Mahi river near Vadodara on Tuesday after being swept away by strong currents while bathing with friends. Their bodies were recovered after a search operation.
SC: 2006 Sabarimala PIL should have been thrown out
A nine-judge Supreme Court bench led by CJI Surya Kant observed that the 2006 PIL challenging Sabarimala temple customs was based on unverified reports and should have been dismissed outright.
Trump Questions Girl's Volleyball Skills, Suggests Soccer
During a White House event on the Presidential Physical Fitness Test, Donald Trump questioned a young girl's volleyball ability and suggested she try soccer, sparking online reactions.
Mamata Banerjee's Refusal to Resign: Legal Experts Clarify
Legal experts assert that West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee must resign after her party's defeat, as the Constitution mandates the outgoing CM to vacate office once election certificates are issued.
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50 Ministers Defeated: Mamata, Stalin Lose in Assembly Polls
In a major anti-incumbency wave, over 50 ministers including two chief ministers lost in assembly elections across West Bengal, Tamil Nadu, and Kerala, signaling a decisive vote for change.
Nagpur Police Launch Mission Mukti-3 to Save Homeless in Heatwave
As temperatures soar to 44°C, Nagpur police relaunch Mission Mukti-3 to rescue homeless individuals, with 20-25 suspected heatwave deaths reported.
BJP Expels Vandalizing Workers, Halts New Inductions
BJP president Samik Bhattacharya warned that any worker seen vandalizing with a party flag will be expelled. He also announced a complete halt on new inductions into the party.
Pune Fire Brigade Rescues Boy Stuck Between Walls
Pune fire brigade rescued a seven-year-old boy trapped between two walls after he climbed down to retrieve a cricket ball. The incident occurred on Tuesday afternoon on Jambhulwadi road.
New BJP Govt in Bengal Likely to Take Oath on May 9
The new BJP government in West Bengal is expected to take oath on May 9, the birth anniversary of Rabindranath Tagore, with Amit Shah overseeing the selection of the chief minister.
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Trump's Viral Exchange with Boy Over Powerlifting Sparks Debate
Donald Trump's awkward Oval Office moment with a boy during a fitness event, touching on transgender athletes, volleyball dreams, and war rhetoric, has gone viral online.
Security grid outside Mamata Banerjee's home dismantled
Hours after BJP's Bengal sweep and Mamata Banerjee's defeat in Bhowanipore, security barricades and police presence outside her Kalighat residence were removed, surprising locals.
DMK Accuses Congress of 'Backstabbing' Over Support to TVK
The DMK has accused Congress of backstabbing by supporting actor-politician Vijay's TVK after Tamil Nadu elections, straining the INDIA bloc alliance.
Punjab CM Shukrana Yatra Halt Spurs Action in Phagwara
Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann's Shukrana Yatra halt in Phagwara prompts immediate administrative response to civic issues, including road repairs and sanitation improvements.
Post-Election Talks Begin in Indian States After May 4 Results
After assembly election results on May 4, winning parties start government formation. In West Bengal, Mamata Banerjee refuses to resign, alleging counting irregularities. Tamil Nadu sees post-poll coalitions as TVK falls short.
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EC Notification for New West Bengal Assembly
The Election Commission issued a notification for the constitution of the new West Bengal assembly, a key step after the 2026 poll results declaration.
AIADMK MLAs Urge Party to Back TVK in TN 2026
AIADMK MLAs are pushing the party to support TVK in forming the government after the 2026 Tamil Nadu elections, as Congress prepares to leave the DMK alliance and back TVK.
Post-Election Drama: Mamata Refuses Resignation, Coalitions Form
After assembly election results on May 4, winning parties begin government formation. In West Bengal, Mamata Banerjee refuses to resign, alleging counting irregularities. In Tamil Nadu, post-poll coalitions take shape as TVK falls short of majority.
Congress Conditional Support to Vijay's TVK in TN
Congress, with five seats in the 2026 Tamil Nadu Assembly election, offers conditional support to Vijay's TVK, seeking two cabinet posts and board chairmanships.
Mamata Refuses Resignation: Can a CM Stay After Losing Polls?
West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee refuses to resign despite election loss. What do constitutional rules say about a chief minister staying in power after losing polls?
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Post-Poll Violence in Bengal: CEC Orders Strict Action
Following post-poll violence in West Bengal, the Chief Election Commissioner has ordered strict action and enhanced patrolling to maintain law and order in affected areas.
DH Speak Out: May 6, 2026 - Public Opinions
A roundup of reader opinions and editorial commentary published in Deccan Herald on May 6, 2026, covering diverse topics from politics to social issues.
DH Cartoon: Didn't Lose, Won't Resign
A political cartoon from Deccan Herald humorously comments on a leader's refusal to resign despite electoral defeat, highlighting typical political stubbornness.
Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah on Power Tussle: Will Go to Delhi Only When Called
Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah stated he will visit Delhi only when the party high command summons him, amid speculation of a power tussle with Deputy CM DK Shivakumar.
Gandhi: A Thinker, Not Merely a Political Leader
Explore how Mahatma Gandhi's philosophy and ideas shaped India's freedom movement, emphasizing his role as a profound thinker beyond political leadership.
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Amit Shah to Inaugurate Yediyurappa’s 50-Year Political Event
Union Home Minister Amit Shah will inaugurate an event celebrating B.S. Yediyurappa's 50 years in politics, highlighting his contributions to Karnataka and the BJP.
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