In a warm-up match ahead of the T20 World Cup, Team India showcased their prowess with a convincing victory over Bangladesh in New York. Led by Rishabh Pant's fiery fifty and Hardik Pandya's impactful cameo, India posted a formidable total of 182/5. Subsequently, the bowlers, spearheaded by Arshdeep Singh and Shivam Dube, restricted Bangladesh to 122/9, securing a comfortable 60-run win. Despite a brief resistance from Bangladesh's middle order, India's bowling unit proved too strong, setting a positive tone for their campaign in the tournament.

The BJP-led NDA is predicted to win 68-71 of the 80 Lok Sabha seats in Uttar Pradesh, according to News18's Mega Exit Poll. BJP alone is expected to secure 64-67 seats. The Congress-led INDIA alliance is projected to win 9-12 seats, with Congress itself potentially claiming 3-6. Uttar Pradesh, a significant political battleground, saw high-profile candidates like Narendra Modi (Varanasi) and Akhilesh Yadav (Kannauj). In 2019, the BJP won 64 seats, and this exit poll suggests a continued strong performance for the NDA in the state. Final results will be announced on June 4.

Exit polls predict the NDA will dominate Karnataka, winning the majority of its 28 Lok Sabha seats. India Today-Axis My India forecasts 23-25 seats for the NDA, with Congress securing 3-5. Other polls, including ABP News-C Voter and Republic TV-P MARQ, echo similar predictions, placing NDA seats between 19-25 and Congress seats between 4-8. These results indicate a significant lead for the BJP-led alliance in a Congress-ruled state. Despite varying numbers, all major polls show the NDA with a clear advantage. However, exit polls are not always accurate, and final results will be revealed on June 4.

The NDA, comprising BJP, Chandrababu Naidu's TDP, and Pawan Kalyan's Jana Sena Party, is predicted to secure 21-23 out of 25 Lok Sabha seats in Andhra Pradesh, according to the India Today-Axis My India exit poll. The TDP is expected to win 13-15 seats, BJP 4-6, and Jana Sena Party 2 seats. Jagan Mohan Reddy's YSR Congress Party, contesting alone, may win only 2-4 seats. The election was held in a single phase on May 13, with results to be announced on June 4. The poll indicates a significant setback for the YSRCP.

The News18 Mega Exit Poll forecasts the BJP retaining 5-7 seats in Delhi's Lok Sabha elections. The Congress may secure 0-2 seats, while its INDIA bloc partner, AAP, might not win any. The voter turnout on May 25 was over 54%, with the highest in North East Delhi (58.30%) and the lowest in New Delhi (51.54%). This election marks the first alliance between AAP and Congress in Delhi, contesting under a four-three seat-share formula. Despite the alliance, the AAP's claim of sweeping all seven seats seems unlikely according to the exit poll predictions.

Indian-origin NASA astronaut Sunita Williams' third mission to space was called off just minutes before lift-off. The Boeing Starliner, set to launch on its maiden voyage, was "scrubbed" due to a technical glitch detected by the ground launch sequencer. Williams and fellow astronaut Butch Wilmore, both safe, were prepared for the 10 pm launch from Florida. This marks the second delay for the Starliner, following a previous postponement on May 7. NASA has not announced a new launch time but estimates a 24-hour delay. Williams, who holds records for spacewalks, remains optimistic about the mission.

The BJP is projected to secure a decisive victory in Odisha's 2024 Lok Sabha elections, winning 18-20 out of 21 seats, according to the India Today-Axis My India exit poll. The ruling Biju Janata Dal (BJD) may only win 0-2 seats, while the Congress might secure 0-1 seat. The BJP is expected to gain 51% of the votes, with BJD at 33% and Congress at 13%. This marks a significant shift from 2019 when BJD won 12 seats. Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik’s BJD faces a tough challenge as BJP strengthens its hold in the state.

The News18 Mega Exit Poll predicts a significant victory for the INDIA bloc in Tamil Nadu's 2024 Lok Sabha elections, estimating 36-39 seats. The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and its National Democratic Alliance (NDA) are projected to secure 1-3 seats, while the Congress might win 8-10 seats, largely supported by its ally, the Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK). The opposition AIADMK is expected to struggle with 0-2 seats. In Puducherry, the lone seat is likely to go to the Congress. Tamil Nadu recorded a voter turnout of 72.09%, with Kallakurichi showing the highest participation at 75.67%.

Exit polls indicate a significant surge for the BJP in West Bengal, with predictions surpassing Trinamool Congress's seat count. Forecasts range from 21 to 26 seats for the BJP, while Trinamool is expected to secure between 16 to 19 seats. NDTV's Poll of Polls suggests 22 seats for BJP and 19 for Trinamool. Despite outliers, most polls align in projecting BJP's dominance in the state. Factors contributing to BJP's rise include anti-incumbency sentiment, allegations of corruption, and strategic campaigning. Trinamool's stronghold faces challenge amidst allegations of sexual assault and land grabbing.

Boeing's Starliner capsule is ready for its long-awaited first crewed test flight, scheduled for Saturday. The launch, delayed multiple times due to technical issues, marks Boeing's bid to rival SpaceX in the astronaut launch sector. NASA astronauts Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams will pilot the spacecraft to the International Space Station (ISS). Boeing faces pressure to succeed amidst ongoing setbacks in its commercial airplane division. If Saturday's attempt is postponed, backup launch opportunities are available, but further delays could lead to significant scheduling conflicts.