Author: Sushmita Jana
A satirical online movement called the “Cockroach Janta Party” (CJP) has rapidly become one of India’s biggest viral political trends, drawing millions of young followers across social media platforms. The movement began after controversial remarks allegedly comparing unemployed youth to “cockroaches” during a Supreme Court hearing triggered widespread outrage online.
During his diplomatic visit to Rome, Prime Minister Narendra Modi surprised Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni with a packet of India’s popular Melody toffees.
Fresh violence and a growing hostage crisis have once again pushed Manipur into turmoil, as shutdowns and economic blockades continue to disrupt normal life across the state. The latest unrest began after the killing of three church leaders in Kangpokpi district, triggering tensions between Kuki and Naga groups.
A 23-year-old Indian-origin councillor, Tushar Kumar, has created history by becoming the youngest Indian-origin mayor in the United Kingdom. He was officially appointed as the Mayor of Elstree and Borehamwood in Hertfordshire during the council’s annual “Mayor Making” ceremony.
The West Bengal government has reduced the security cover of several leaders of the ruling All India Trinamool Congress (TMC) following a review of VIP security arrangements across the state. The decision has generated significant political discussion, with both ruling party leaders and opposition groups reacting strongly to the development.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday began a major diplomatic tour covering the UAE and several European nations, including the Netherlands, Sweden, Norway and Italy. The six-day visit is expected to focus on strengthening India’s strategic partnerships in areas such as trade, energy security, defence cooperation, artificial intelligence and green technology. The tour comes at a crucial time as global tensions and uncertainty in energy markets continue to affect economies worldwide.
The Indian government has increased the effective import duty on gold and silver from 6% to 15%, aiming to curb non-essential imports and protect foreign exchange reserves amid rising global economic pressures and the West Asia crisis. The revised structure includes a 10% Basic Customs Duty and a 5% Agriculture Infrastructure and Development Cess (AIDC).
The issue of voters deleted during the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls has triggered major political controversy in both West Bengal and Bihar. Recent statements from leaders in the two states suggest that people whose names are removed from voter lists may also face restrictions in receiving government welfare benefits.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has urged Indians to reduce fuel consumption and adopt energy-saving habits amid rising global fuel supply concerns linked to tensions in West Asia and disruptions in international oil routes. In his recent address, Modi appealed to citizens to “make every effort to save fuel” and support the nation during the ongoing global energy crisis.
Actor-turned-politician C. Joseph Vijay was sworn in as the new Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu on May 10, marking a historic political shift in the state. The oath-taking ceremony took place at the Jawaharlal Nehru Indoor Stadium, where Governor Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar administered the oath of office and secrecy to Vijay and his council of ministers.