Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s third swearing-in ceremony will take place on June 9 at 7:15 PM at Rashtrapati Bhavan. President Droupadi Murmu will administer the oath. Besides top political figures, the guest list includes beneficiaries of government schemes, sanitation workers, and key project contributors like Central Vista laborers. Foreign dignitaries from Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, Bhutan, Nepal, and Mauritius are expected. BJP President JP Nadda will host a dinner post-ceremony. Enhanced security measures have been implemented for the event, which reflects Modi’s inclusive approach by honoring grassroots contributors.

Kangana Ranaut condemned those praising the CISF woman constable who allegedly slapped her during a security check at Chandigarh airport. Ranaut equated supporting such actions to endorsing "rape or murder" in a social media post. The constable, Kulwinder Kaur, has been suspended, with an FIR filed against her. Punjab Kisan Congress chief Kiranjit Singh demanded a fair investigation, criticizing the silence of Punjab's chief minister. Despite no CCTV footage, Singh urged impartiality. He also denounced Ranaut's remarks on Punjab's security situation.

Ahead of Narendra Modi’s third oath-taking, speculation rises over ministerial allocations. BJP, forming a government with NDA allies like JD(U) and TDP, faces intricate negotiations. Rajnath Singh, expected to retain Defence, while HD Kumaraswamy's JD(S) eyes agriculture. Potential ministries for Chirag Paswan and Nitin Gadkari under consideration. With BJP falling short of a clear majority, allocations reflect a delicate balance within the coalition. As the clock ticks, all eyes are on the Rashtrapati Bhavan ceremony, where Modi's cabinet lineup for the next term will be revealed amidst keen anticipation and political maneuvering.

Janata Dal (U) leader K.C. Tyagi asserted that the INDIA bloc extended an offer to Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar for the Prime Ministerial position. Despite this, the JDU reaffirmed its commitment to the National Democratic Alliance (NDA). Tyagi emphasized ongoing discussions with senior BJP leaders about ministerial roles, affirming that decisions will be made at Prime Minister Modi's discretion. The INDIA bloc, however, denied any such proposal. Congress leader K.C. Venugopal refuted having knowledge of the offer, underscoring the bloc's focus on other strategies post-Lok Sabha elections.

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has hinted at a possible future claim for government formation by the opposition INDIA bloc. Criticizing the NDA government as "unconstitutional" and "illegal," Banerjee emphasized a “wait and watch” approach during a meeting with TMC leaders. She argued the election mandate was against Prime Minister Narendra Modi and suggested that someone else should lead. The TMC has decided to boycott the swearing-in ceremony of the new NDA government. Banerjee also highlighted TMC’s plans to push for the revocation of the Citizenship (Amendment) Act, 2019, in the upcoming Parliament sessions.

In Prime Minister Narendra Modi's upcoming third-term cabinet, Chandrababu Naidu's TDP will secure four ministerial positions, and Nitish Kumar's JDU will obtain two, according to sources. TDP's nominees include Ram Mohan Naidu, Harish Balayogi, and Daggumalla Prasad. JDU's candidates are Lalan Singh and Ram Nath Thakur. This allocation follows the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) winning 293 seats in the Lok Sabha, despite BJP falling short of a majority with 240 seats. The swearing-in ceremony, scheduled for Sunday, will feature dignitaries from neighboring countries, marking a new era of coalition governance reminiscent of pre-2014 politics.

In a significant move, Congress leader Rahul Gandhi is likely to retain the Raebareli Lok Sabha seat and is expected to relinquish his Wayanad seat, party insiders reveal. Despite winning both constituencies with substantial margins in the recent elections, the decision, influenced by the Congress Working Committee meeting, leans toward reinforcing the party's presence in Uttar Pradesh. Raebareli, a traditional Gandhi family bastion, is seen as crucial for the Congress's revival in the state. A formal announcement is anticipated by June 17, confirming Gandhi’s focus on Uttar Pradesh, where Congress aims to regain its historical foothold.

Sofia Firdous, aged 32, made history by becoming the first Muslim woman elected to the Odisha Assembly, representing Barabati-Cuttack. Following in her father Mohammed Moquim's footsteps, a senior Congress leader, Firdous secured victory in the 2024 elections, defeating BJP's Purna Chandra Mahapatra by 8,001 votes. Her academic credentials include a Civil Engineering degree from Kalinga Institute of Industrial Technology and completing an Executive General Management Program from Indian Institute of Management, Bangalore (IIMB) in 2022. This milestone highlights both her political legacy and academic achievements.

Nepal's Prime Minister Pushpa Kamal Dahal, aka 'Prachanda', will attend Prime Minister Narendra Modi's swearing-in ceremony in New Delhi. Modi extended the invitation during a phone call, which Dahal accepted. The confirmation follows Prachanda's congratulatory message to Modi for BJP's victory in the recent Lok Sabha elections. A senior official confirmed the attendance, expecting a formal announcement soon. This gesture underscores the close ties between the two nations and the importance of regional cooperation. Dahal's presence at Modi's swearing-in ceremony highlights the significance of India-Nepal relations amidst regional dynamics.

Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar was offered the prime ministerial post by the Opposition INDIA bloc but declined, according to Janata Dal (United) leader KC Tyagi. Tyagi mentioned that despite the offer, JD(U) remains with the NDA. Congress leader KC Venugopal denied knowledge of such an offer. This development comes amid speculation of the INDIA bloc's attempts to attract JD(U) and TDP, both allies of the BJP-led NDA. The INDIA bloc performed well in the 2024 Lok Sabha polls, winning 234 seats, while the NDA secured 293 seats, with the BJP falling short of a majority with 240 seats.