Medical shops to remain shut today: Chemists association launches 24-hour nationwide strike; What are the key demands?

The medical shops and pharmacies to remain shut across India on Wednesday as the All India Organisation of Chemists and Druggists (AIOCD) observed a nationwide 24-hour strike. What are the key demands?
Modi-Meloni bonds over ‘Melody’, memefest takes over internet: ‘Modi ji rizz is crazy…’

Italian PM Meloni shared a post on X, thanking PM Modi for the gift as they laughed over the cheerful internet trend. Melody is a term often used on the internet to highlight the good friendship between PM Modi and Meloni.
Bengal political row intensifies: TMC dismisses ‘leaked’ municipal notice to Abhishek Banerjee, calls it ‘completely false, fabricated’

TMC has denied reports claiming KMC issued notices to Abhishek Banerjee over alleged property irregularities.
TMC MP Saayoni Ghosh breaks silence on alleged property ties to Mamata Banerjee’s nephew Abhishek Banerjee: ‘STOP NOW’

Trinamool Congress MP and youth wing chief Saayoni Ghosh breaks silence on allegations that she owns a Kolkata property allegedly associated with TMC Leader and Nephew of Mamata Banerjee, Abhishek Banerjee. She dismissed the reports as “fake news”, and urged people to stop defaming her.
Rahul Gandhi slams PM Modi over viral ‘Melodi’ moment: ‘Handing out toffees while economic storm is brewing’

Gandhi made the remarks after the prime minister gifted the Melody candies to Giorgia Meloni, bringing back the “Melodi” phrase associated with the two leaders that has time and again garnered attention on social media.
Twisha Sharma death case: MP government assures full support to family, CM orders for CBI probe

Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Dr Mohan Yadav has given assurance that the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) will investigate into the Twisha Sharma death case. This came after the family of the deceased met the CM at the state secretariat on Wednesday.
Vijay’s TVK rules out welcoming AIADMK rebels into cabinet after warnings from VCK, CPM

There has been speculation that members from a faction of the AIADMK, which has backed the TVK, could be rewarded with ministerial positions during an upcoming cabinet expansion.
‘Melody itni viral kyun hai’: Parle’s ‘shared across borders’ response to PM Modi’s gift to Meloni wins internet

PM Narendra Modi’s gift of Melody toffee to Italian PM Giorgia Meloni during his Italy visit has gone viral online, spawning memes and social media buzz. Candy maker Parle Products also reacted, thanking Modi for taking the iconic Indian toffee to the global stage.
Twisha Sharma death case: MP court rejects family’s request for a second autopsy

The case pertains to the death of 33-year-old Twisha Sharma, who was found dead at her marital home in Bhopal on May 12 — five months into her marriage with Samarth Singh, who is a lawyer.
Kerala Cabinet portfolios announced: CM Satheesan keeps Finance, Chennithala gets Home

Two days after VD Satheesan took oath as Kerala Chief Minister, the state government on Wednesday announced the allocation of portfolios in the newly formed cabinet. Among the portfolios, Chief Minister VD Satheesan has kept significant departments for himself, including Finance, Law.