The Election Commission replaced Tamil Nadu's Chief Secretary and DGP ahead of polls, citing complaints of administrative bias towards the ruling DMK. Chief Minister M.K. Stalin vehemently criticized the EC, accusing it of acting as a BJP 'branch' and attempting to hinder DMK's victory. He questioned the sudden change in assessment of the state's administration.

The BJP has not nominated any Muslim candidates in the Bengal elections, a departure from previous polls despite a significant Muslim membership. Party leaders cited 'winnability' as the primary criterion for candidate selection, suggesting a disconnect between the BJP's platform and Muslim voting patterns. In contrast, Congress, TMC, and the Left Front have fielded a considerable number of Muslim candidates.

BEIRUT (AP) — Israeli strikes hit several dense commercial and residential areas in central Beirut Wednesday afternoon without warning, hours after a ceasefire was announced in the US-Israeli war with Iran. Lebanon's health ministry said dozens were killed and hundreds wounded in an early estimate. Israel had said the agreement does not extend to its war with the Iran-backed militant group Hezbollah in Lebanon, although mediator Pakistan said it does.

LONDON (AP) — A British pastor was charged with manslaughter Wednesday in the drowning of a 61-year-old man at a backyard baptism ceremony. Cheryl Bartley, 48, faces one count of gross negligence manslaughter for the death of Robert Smith on October 8, 2023 in Birmingham, prosecutors said. The Life Changing Ministries ceremony was being held in a kiddie pool and livestreamed on Facebook. Bartley is scheduled to appear May 14 in Birmingham Magistrates' Court.

A St Catherine man died today as a result of injuries he sustained after crashing into a concrete utility pole while driving in his community of White Waters Crescent in Spanish Town. The deceased has been identified as bus driver Conroy Ambursley. Police report that about 1:40 a.m., Ambursley was driving a 2013 Honda Stream motor car when, upon reaching a roadway in his community, he crashed into a concrete utility pole. The impact resulted in extensive damage to the car and severe injuries to the driver.

The Ministry of Education has stated that it has received no official reports of inappropriate behaviour by individuals sheltering at schools, following allegations made by Jamaica Teachers’ Association (JTA) President Mark Malabver. Speaking yesterday at the first day of the JTA’s 2026 education conference Malabver said that the association has received reports of students and teachers being unable to use their classrooms where shelterees engage in unsavoury activities while occupying the buildings.

Nine deaths and disappearances of US scientists have set a “disturbing pattern,” the Daily Mail has reported, citing intelligence source Read Full Article at RT.com

President Donald Trump is reportedly mulling ways to punish NATO members who refused to help the US in its war against Iran Read Full Article at RT.com

What emerged from the war was neither peace nor a credible settlement, but merely a pause shaped by the exposed limits of American strength Read Full Article at RT.com

India has welcomed a temporary ceasefire in West Asia. The truce, brokered by Pakistan, aims to end a brutal war. India hopes this will lead to lasting peace and ensure global trade flows freely. The government also sees potential for peace efforts in Ukraine. India prioritizes the safety of its diaspora and LPG tanker passage.

The Supreme Court expressed concern over the misuse of Public Interest Litigation for personal agendas, suggesting it would have dismissed a PIL challenging the Sabarimala custom. Justices noted that such challenges, if not brought by devotees, lack cause of action. The court emphasized the need for strict locus standi rules to prevent PIL abuse, especially in religious matters.

The government has approved draft bills to amend the women's reservation law, aiming for 33% reservation in Lok Sabha and state assemblies from 2029. These bills, to be introduced in the upcoming special Parliament session, will increase Lok Sabha seats to 816, with 273 reserved for women.

Congress leader Pawan Khera has sought anticipatory bail from the Telangana High Court. This follows a case filed by Guwahati police concerning his allegations against Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma's wife. Khera claims the FIR copy hasn't been provided and the charges are invalid. Assam Police's pursuit has now extended to Hyderabad.

Bhowanipore constituency, the high-profile seat of Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee, has seen its electorate shrink by nearly 25% after electoral roll revisions. Over 51,000 deletions occurred, with a significant portion of Muslims marked for adjudication and eventual deletion, raising concerns among researchers.

Le Royaume du Maroc a exprimé sa satisfaction à la suite de l'annonce d'un cessez-le-feu entre les Etats-Unis d'Amérique et la République Islamique d'Iran, marquant une étape significative vers la désescalade des tensions dans une région stratégique pour l'équilibre mondial. Dans une réaction officielle, Rabat a salué cette évolution qu'il considère comme une opportunité majeure pour relancer les efforts diplomatiques en faveur de la paix. Le Maroc a, en outre, réaffirmé son soutien (...) - INTERNATIONAL / SUJET_ECRIT_MAISON

La suspension des réseaux au Gabon a fait couler beaucoup d'encre et de salive. Le gouvernement va procéder à des réformes pour les réguler. Justine Judith Lekogo, Députée à l'Assemblée nationale, Vice-présidente de la Commission des Finances estime qu'il est indispensable que l'État prenne ses responsabilités pour encadrer leur usage, protéger les citoyens contre les abus, lutter contre la diffamation et prévenir les dérives liées à la désinformation. Madame la députée Justine Judith (...) - COMMUNICATION / SUJET_ECRIT_MAISON

Ruby Penney went to the RCMP on Dec. 2, 2016, and told them about a strange phone call she overheard between Jennifer Hillier-Penney and her cousin Derick Hillier. Ruby Penney is not alive to testify, and Derick Hillier is not alive to defend himself.

Police raided a Montreal mattress company and found stolen cars. A CBC investigation into the city's car export industry found numerous Montreal businesses have sent stolen cars overseas.

JD Vance also said he saw signs «that the straits are starting to reopen»

JD Vance did not elaborate on whether the US could drop its demand that Iran abandon uranium enrichment

The US president says that the measure will secure the strait «from lots of other people»

Florian Philippot says a potential war on the eastern flank «does not look promising» and calls on Paris to withdraw from NATO to avoid it

Ambassador-at-Large Rodion Miroshnik says that the situation may depend on whom the US appoints to lead its dialogue with Iran

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Senior Israeli lawmakers have slammed the ceasefire deal struck by Washington and Tehran as a “total failure” for West Jerusalem Read Full Article at RT.com

The Trump administration is “weaponizing Christianity,” while Israel continues to enjoy impunity, Irish activist Tadhg Hickey has said Read Full Article at RT.com

In her first wide-ranging interview since the Queen's death at the age of 96, Ms Kelly opened up about her most treasured memories with Elizabeth II during the nearly 30 years she worked for her.

LIVE: Read the Daily Mail's coverage of the Middle East crisis, as US Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth claimed today that Iran begged for a ceasefire.

Some House members say they still intend to pursue their subpoena of former attorney general Pam Bondi, despite her firing last week.

The court accepted a case challenging an unusual investigation by Riverside County Sheriff Chad Bianco, who is running for California governor as a Republican.

The defense secretary described the state of hostilities mostly in past tense. The Joint Chiefs chairman noted that the “ceasefire is a pause” in combat operations.

Faye Dawson, 50, took off at 'incredibly high speed' before crashing the five-seat Vauxhall Corsa at 11.20pm while showing off in March last year, Stoke-on-Trent Crown Court heard.