Singer Vishal Dadlani has offered to support CISF constable Kulwinder Kaur, who allegedly slapped actor and BJP MP Kangana Ranaut at Chandigarh airport. Following the incident on June 6, Dadlani shared an Instagram story stating his intent to ensure Kaur has a job if disciplinary action is taken against her. Expressing understanding of Kaur's actions, Dadlani emphasized he does not endorse violence but sympathizes with her anger. The incident, which led to Kaur's suspension after a complaint by Ranaut, has sparked significant public attention.      

Election strategist Prashant Kishor acknowledged his incorrect prediction for the 2024 Lok Sabha elections, admitting a significant miss in his seat projections. Kishor, who forecasted the BJP’s seat tally to be near or surpass 303, expressed his readiness to "eat the humble pie" after the BJP secured only 240 seats. The BJP-led NDA, which won 293 seats overall, now relies on allies like TDP and JD(U) for a majority. Kishor, who helped strategize the BJP's 2014 victory, stated he would no longer predict seat counts in future elections, noting a 20% deviation from his estimates.

The wealth of Chandrababu Naidu’s wife, Nara Bhuvaneshwari, has surged by ₹535 crore over the past five days following the TDP’s strong showing in the recent Lok Sabha and Andhra assembly elections. Shares of Heritage Foods, a company founded by Naidu and where Bhuvaneshwari is a major stakeholder, rose from ₹424 to ₹661.25. This 55% increase also boosted the net worth of Naidu’s son, Nara Lokesh, by ₹237 crore. Heritage Foods, which operates in the dairy and renewable energy sectors, saw its stock soar after the TDP secured 16 seats in the Lok Sabha, contributing to the NDA’s election victory.              

President Droupadi Murmu has officially appointed Narendra Modi as the Prime Minister-designate after he was elected leader of the NDA Parliamentary Party. During a ceremony at Rashtrapati Bhavan on Friday, she fed him 'dahi-cheeni,' an auspicious Indian tradition symbolizing good fortune. Modi is set to be sworn in for his third consecutive term on Sunday, following the NDA's victory in the recent Lok Sabha elections. Modi expressed gratitude and affirmed his commitment to fulfilling the nation's aspirations. Details of the oath-taking ceremony and the composition of the new Council of Ministers will be finalized shortly.

As discussions for the Union Council of Ministers commence, sources reveal that BJP aims to retain control over the Home, External Affairs, Defence, and Finance ministries. In talks led by senior BJP leaders, alliances with key partners like JD-U and TDP are being solidified. TDP, with its significant 16 seats, is poised to secure three ministerial positions, while JD-U, with 12 seats, is eyeing ministries like Railways and Agriculture. Other allies, including Shiv Sena and LJP, are also expected to receive cabinet posts or Minister of State positions. Final arrangements are anticipated before the swearing-in on Sunday.

Kulwinder Kaur, a CISF constable, was suspended and arrested for allegedly slapping actor and BJP MP Kangana Ranaut at Chandigarh Airport. The incident occurred during a security check when Kaur, upset over Ranaut’s past remarks about farmers, reportedly hit her. Kaur defended her actions, stating on X, “I am not afraid of losing this job... I am ready to lose thousands of such jobs for my mother’s respect.” The altercation stems from Ranaut’s controversial 2020 comment about farmers protesting against the government's farm laws. A video of the incident has gone viral, leading to widespread public and media attention.

Virat Kohli will open for India against Pakistan in the T20 World Cup despite scoring just 1 run against Ireland. India aims to stick with the Kohli-Rohit Sharma combination, dropping Yashasvi Jaiswal for Shivam Dube in the middle order. Rishabh Pant will bat at No.3, impressing with 36 not out against Ireland. Kohli's strong IPL performance, where he won the Orange Cap, influences this decision. Coach Vikram Rathour confirmed Pant’s position and praised Hardik Pandya’s bowling, who took 3/27 against Ireland. Sunday's match is crucial for Pakistan after their loss to the USA.

President Droupadi Murmu has invited Narendra Modi to form the new government. Modi, the leader of the NDA Parliamentary Party, will be sworn in as Prime Minister for the third time on June 9 at 6 pm. The NDA, with 293 MPs, elected Modi as their leader today. After meeting the President at Rashtrapati Bhavan, Modi confirmed receiving the appointment letter and discussed the swearing-in ceremony and cabinet list. Key NDA leaders, including Chandrababu Naidu, Nitish Kumar, and Eknath Shinde, supported Modi's leadership. The list of supporting MPs was submitted to the President.

Nara Lokesh, TDP leader and son of Chandrababu Naidu, affirmed the continuation of Muslim reservations in Andhra Pradesh, calling it an act of social justice rather than appeasement. In an interview with NDTV, Lokesh highlighted the plight of minorities, citing their low per capita income as a justification for the policy. He also dismissed claims that the TDP seeks key cabinet positions in the NDA government, emphasizing the party’s focus on state development. Lokesh criticized his father’s arrest as political vendetta and reiterated TDP’s commitment to Andhra Pradesh’s progress within the NDA framework.

CISF constable Kulwinder Kaur has been suspended and arrested for allegedly slapping actor and BJP MP-elect Kangana Ranaut at Chandigarh Airport. The incident, captured in a viral video, occurred during a security check and was reportedly motivated by Ranaut's comments on the farmers' protests. Ranaut claimed Kaur hit her in the face and verbally abused her, while Kaur, upset by Ranaut’s remarks about farmers, admitted her actions were in response to perceived disrespect. The CISF has initiated a court of inquiry. Farmer groups have shown support for Kaur, calling for a thorough investigation to ensure fairness.