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In a major political development ahead of the Falta Assembly repoll in West Bengal’s South 24 Parganas district, Trinamool Congress (TMC) candidate Jahangir Khan on Tuesday withdrew his nomination, a big blow to former Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee.
Kerala Chief Minister-designate V D Satheesan on Sunday (May 17, 2026) announced his ministerial team ahead of the swearing-in ceremony of the new government in the State. Mr. Satheesan said the list of Ministers had been finalised after discussions among alliance leaders, taking into account social and regional balance within the coalition.
Governor RajendraArlekar on Thursday invited V D Satheesan to form the government in Kerala.
Denying allegations doing the rounds that he worked to bring together two major political parties after the results of the Assembly elections in an attempt to form the government, actor Rajinikanth, on Sunday, said, “I am not such a disgraceful person who would do such things.”
A thrilling finish awaits Indian football as East Bengal sits on top of the ISL table on goal difference. With just one match left against Inter Kashi, a victory could finally crown them league champions.
