Tensions rise within Tamil Nadu BJP as leaders criticize state president K Annamalai's strategies, blaming them for AIADMK alliance collapse and electoral setbacks. Annamalai dismisses future tie-up with AIADMK, causing internal rifts. Critics suggest AIADMK alliance could have boosted BJP's Lok Sabha standing, aiding Modi's numbers. BJP's poor performance, losing deposits in 11 seats including ally IJK's, underscores challenges. Allies PMK, TMC, and AMMK also fail to secure deposits in 10 seats. Annamalai's approach to sideline AIADMK for BJP's growth faces backlash, revealing deep-seated divisions within the party.

Delhi will be on high alert on Sunday for Prime Minister Narendra Modi's swearing-in ceremony, featuring a multi-layered security setup. The Delhi Police will deploy five companies of paramilitary personnel, NSG commandos, drones, and snipers around Rashtrapati Bhawan. Dignitaries from SAARC nations are expected, necessitating a security arrangement similar to last year’s G20 summit. Designated routes from hotels to the venue and back will be provided for these dignitaries. An official notice from the Delhi Police on Friday announced restrictions on certain flying objects in the capital for the event.

The first session of the 18th Lok Sabha is anticipated to begin approximately on June 15, sources reveal. Oath-taking by newly elected members will span two days, followed by the election of a new Speaker. President's joint address to both Houses is slated for the subsequent day, formally inaugurating the session. PM Modi is expected to introduce his Council of Ministers during the session, which may adjourn by June 22. The final session dates hinge on the new Union Cabinet's decision, following the dissolution of the 17th Lok Sabha on June 5.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi met President Droupadi Murmu at Rashtrapati Bhavan on Friday to stake his claim to form the government. Addressing reporters, Modi assured, "Development will continue at the same pace as in my previous terms." He thanked citizens for the opportunity to serve for a third term, highlighting that "25 crore people have been lifted out of poverty." Modi emphasized, "The next five years will be crucial for India on the global stage." The swearing-in ceremony is scheduled for June 9 at 7:15 PM at Rashtrapati Bhavan.

Congress leader Bhupesh Baghel has predicted mid-term parliamentary elections in India within the next year. Addressing Congress workers, the former Chhattisgarh Chief Minister urged them to be prepared. Baghel also criticized BJP leaders, including UP CM Yogi Adityanath and Maharashtra Deputy CM Devendra Fadnavis, implying their positions are unstable. He remarked on BJP’s reliance on allies to form the government and accused PM Modi of losing touch with the public. Baghel’s comments came after BJP’s NDA parliamentary meeting where Modi was reaffirmed as the Prime Minister for a third term.

Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma mocked Congress leader Rahul Gandhi over his stock market “scam” claims. Sarma highlighted the Sensex's record high after a recent crash. On social media, he sarcastically suggested a Joint Parliamentary Committee probe into the market surge. Gandhi had accused PM Modi, Amit Shah, and Nirmala Sitharaman of a stock market scam, alleging a loss of ₹31 lakh crore. BJP leaders dismissed Gandhi’s claims, attributing them to Congress's election loss frustration. BJP MP Piyush Goyal emphasized India's economic growth and stock market achievements under Modi’s government.

JD(U) leaders have asked Nitish Kumar to finalize the party’s leadership in Parliament after a meeting at his residence. Kumar will discuss ministries and government formation with BJP and allies at the NDA meeting. JD(U) MP Alok Kumar Suman confirmed the unanimous decision for Kumar to choose the party leader and support the NDA. JD(U)’s 12 MPs and TDP’s 16 MPs are crucial for BJP, which fell short of the 272 majority mark with only 240 seats. Kumar aims to secure more ministerial berths and early assembly polls, capitalizing on JD(U) and NDA’s strong performance in Bihar.

Amid the NDA's poor performance in Maharashtra, Deputy Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis offered to resign, but Home Minister Amit Shah urged him to remain in office. Despite the BJP-led coalition securing only 17 of the state's 48 seats, down from 41 in 2019, Shah emphasized that Fadnavis's resignation could harm BJP worker morale. Shah requested Fadnavis to continue his work and devise a strategy to strengthen the BJP ahead of the upcoming state assembly elections. The discussions will resume after Narendra Modi’s swearing-in as Prime Minister on June 9.

In Gudiwada, Andhra Pradesh, following the Telugu Desam Party's (TDP) election triumph, supporters attacked the residence of YSR Congress Party (YSRCP) former minister Kodali Nani, pelting stones and eggs. Similar violence erupted at the home of former MLA Vallabhaneni Vamshi in Vijayawada, with vehicles vandalized. No injuries were reported, and police intervened to disperse the crowds. Meanwhile, TDP leader Chandrababu Naidu visited BJP President J.P. Nadda in Delhi. The attacks highlight post-election tensions between rival political factions in Andhra Pradesh.

Telugu Desam Party leader K Raghu Rama Krishna Raju announced that TDP chief Chandrababu Naidu will be sworn in as Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister on June 12 at 4:55 pm. Naidu expressed gratitude towards Prime Minister Narendra Modi for appreciating TDP leaders and stressed the importance of Centre's support. He praised Modi's leadership, endorsing him as the "right leader at the right time" for India. Naidu proposed Modi's name for Prime Minister, citing his vision of inclusive development. Naidu invoked late NT Rama Rao's humanistic vision while advocating for Modi's leadership.