The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has dropped sitting MP Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh, who faced allegations of sexual harassment, from the Kaiserganj constituency in Uttar Pradesh. His son, Karan Bhushan Singh, has been fielded as the party's candidate instead. Brij Bhushan Singh, a former Wrestling Federation of India chief, had faced protests from female wrestlers, including Sakshi Malik and Bajrang Punia, leading to legal action. The decision to replace him with his son comes amidst ongoing suspense and controversy surrounding his candidature.

US Police refute claims of gangster Goldy Brar's murder in California. Fresno Police Department denies reports, clarifying that the Canada-based gangster is not among the victims of a shooting incident. Amid speculation on social media, Lieutenant William J Dooley confirms the misinformation, stating the victim is identified as 37-year-old Xavier Gladney. The incident occurred in Fairmont and Holt Avenue, Fresno. The police caution against misinformation spreading online, emphasizing the need for accurate reporting.

India slams USCIRF's religious freedom report as biased and political. Rejecting the findings, India criticizes USCIRF's alleged anti-India propaganda. The USCIRF recommended designating India among 17 countries for severe violations of religious freedom. India asserts USCIRF's lack of understanding of its diverse, pluralistic ethos. Ministry of External Affairs spokesperson condemns USCIRF's interference, stating it won't succeed. The report accuses India's BJP-led government of discriminatory policies and perpetuating hateful rhetoric. It cites instances like Manipur and Haryana violence, and detentions in Kashmir post-Article 370 abrogation. India dismisses USCIRF's claims, asserting sovereignty and democratic values.

Over 250 schools in Delhi and NCR received bomb threat emails, triggering a massive scare. Delhi Police have approached Moscow's National Central Bureau for help, as the suspect used a Russian email domain (.ru) to send the hoax threats. The email ID 'sawariim@mail.ru' was created using a private email service and a virtual private network (VPN) to conceal their identity. (link unavailable) is a Russian email service, similar to Gmail or Outlook. Police hope Russian authorities can provide crucial details to crack the case.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi slammed the former UPA government, accusing it of aiding terrorists and forming a secret alliance with Pakistan. Speaking at a rally in Gujarat, Modi claimed that while Congress weakens, Pakistan prays for its resurgence. He emphasized his government's tough stance on terrorism, contrasting it with the alleged leniency of the previous administration. Modi branded Congress as a "factory of fake goods," challenging its portrayal as a "shop of love." His remarks aimed to expose what he perceives as a hidden partnership between Congress and Pakistan, shaping the discourse ahead of the elections.

A new poll has shaken up the London mayoral race, showing Sadiq Khan's lead over Susan Hall at its smallest margin yet. With just a week to go, the Savanta survey puts Khan at 46% and Hall at 33%, a 13-point lead. This is significantly closer than earlier polls, which had Khan ahead by 24-25 points. The findings suggest a potential upset, with key battlegrounds emerging in South and West London. Khan still leads comfortably in North and East London, but the race is now much tighter than expected."

The US Commission on International Religious Freedom (USCIRF) has recommended that India be designated as a 'Country of Particular Concern' (CPC) due to severe religious freedom violations. The recommendation comes alongside four other countries - Afghanistan, Azerbaijan, Nigeria, and Vietnam. The USCIRF has expressed concern over deteriorating conditions in many countries and urged the US government to implement its recommendations. The commission had previously expressed disappointment that India was not designated as a CPC in December 2023, despite meeting the legal standard for violations."

Responding to the intense heatwave in Telangana, the Election Commission of India has extended polling hours for the upcoming Lok Sabha elections on May 13. Voters can now cast their ballots from 7 am to 6 pm, an hour longer than before, across all 17 parliamentary constituencies in the state. This move aims to encourage more people to participate despite the scorching temperatures. The decision follows requests from the Chief Electoral Officer and input from various political parties and candidates. All 17 Lok Sabha seats in Telangana will undergo polling during the fourth round of the seven-phase elections.

TMC leader Kunal Ghosh accuses party of prior knowledge on Bengal school job scam before 2021 polls. Ousted as state general secretary post praise for BJP's Tapas Roy. Ghosh asserts TMC aware of corruption in education department, prompting ministerial shuffle. Claims TMC leader Partha Chatterjee relocated from education to industry portfolio due to corruption alarm. Ghosh's revelations emerge amidst internal discord within TMC.

Severe heatwave continues to grip Telangana, with temperatures soaring to 44°C in two districts. According to Dr. A. Sravani, a top scientist at the India Meteorological Department, the state will see no relief in the coming days, with temperatures expected to reach 45°C. The heatwave has been building up over the past few days, with maximum temperatures across the state already above 40°C. The next two to three days are expected to be even hotter, with intense heatwave conditions predicted.