News digest for 31 may , 2026

May 31, 2026

Political developments in Karnataka gained attention after senior Congress leader D. K. Shivakumar was announced as the next Chief Minister, with the swearing-in ceremony scheduled in Bengaluru.
The National Testing Agency announced a re-examination for thousands of candidates affected by technical disruptions during the CUET-UG examination process.

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi criticised recent examination-related controversies, raising concerns over the functioning of major national recruitment and admission tests.
Transport services across parts of Manipur were affected after transport operators suspended operations following a security-related incident on a national highway.
Abhishek Banerjee faced protests during a visit to families affected by post-election violence in West Bengal.
Security agencies intensified anti-terror operations in the forested areas of Rajouri as search efforts continued against suspected militants.
The Governments of Haryana and Delhi coordinated measures to ensure adequate water supply amid rising summer demand.
Social activist Manoj Jarange Patil ended his hunger strike after discussions with representatives of the Maharashtra Government regarding reservation-related concerns.

Tensions remained high in the Middle East as diplomatic efforts continued amid developments involving Israel and Lebanon.
The United States and Iran continued discussions amid concerns over maritime security and regional stability in the Gulf region.
The Government reduced export duties on petroleum products, including petrol, diesel, and aviation turbine fuel, to support energy market stability.
To support the textile sector, customs duties on cotton imports were temporarily removed until October 2026.
International health authorities lifted restrictions on a cruise vessel that had earlier undergone quarantine and extensive health safety procedures.
Former US President Donald Trump remained at the centre of political and legal discussions surrounding ongoing federal proceedings.

Rescue teams responded swiftly after a building under construction collapsed near the Saket area of Delhi, successfully evacuating several people from the site.
The India Meteorological Department reported that heatwave conditions across northwest India have started easing, although thunderstorms and dust storms disrupted transportation services in several cities.
Authorities issued weather advisories urging residents to remain cautious as changing weather patterns affected air travel and public movement.

Indian wrestler Vinesh Phogat faced a setback in the Asian Games selection process after losing her semifinal bout in the women’s 53 kg category.
At the French Open, defending champion Coco Gauff exited the tournament after a surprising defeat in the third round.
Paris Saint-Germain secured another major European title after a dramatic final victory over Arsenal FC.
Cricket fans turned their attention to the IPL 2026 Final, where Royal Challengers Bengaluru faced Gujarat Titans at the Narendra Modi Stadium in one of the season’s most anticipated matches.