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Prime Minister Narendra Modi is scheduled to address a public rally in Ayodhya ahead of the Lok Sabha Elections 2024. Berkshire Hathaway CEO Warren Buffett has expressed optimism about ‘unexplored opportunities’ in India. External Affairs Minister Jaishankar criticized the Canadian government over its handling of the Hardeep Singh Nijjar killing. Belstar Microfinance has filed a DRHP to raise 1,300 crore through an IPO. The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India has denied reports of higher pesticide residue levels in herbs and spices. The CBI has issued a Blue corner notice against Prajwal Revanna in a sexual harassment case.

Surjit Bhalla, former India executive director at the International Monetary Fund (IMF), has claimed that an unprecedented number of jobs have been created under the Narendra Modi government, averaging around 10 million over the last 7-8 years. He highlighted that the Modi government’s job creation record is the highest on record in Indian history, while the least number of jobs were created during the UPA government period from 2004 to 2013. The report also noted that the share of unemployed youths in India’s total unemployed population was nearly 83% in 2022, with frictional unemployment being higher among the youth worldwide.

The Council for the Indian School Certificate Examinations (CISCE) will be releasing the results for its class 10 and 12 board exams on May 6, 2023, according to the board’s Chief Executive, Joseph Emmanuel.

A shooting in Long Beach, Los Angeles, left seven people injured, with four in critical condition. The incident occurred on Saturday around 11:15 pm, and the suspect or suspects fled the scene. The motive for the shooting is unknown. The victims were transported to area hospitals, and three are reported to have non-life-threatening injuries.

Ahead of the highly anticipated IPL 2024 clash between Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) and Lucknow Super Giants (LSG), a video surfaced on KKR’s Instagram handle that sparked a culinary debate. In the video, a host embarked on a taste test to determine the superiority of kebabs and biryanis from both cities.

During the National Eligibility-cum-Entrance Test (NEET) on May 5th, a candidate named Lipsa Sahu was bitten by a snake in the school restroom at Rangamati Kiranmoyee High School in West Bengal. The incident sparked chaos among the students. Lipsa was quickly taken to Medinipur Medical College for treatment. Despite the incident, Lipsa reportedly returned to the exam center to complete the test. The NEET exam, conducted by the National Testing Agency, is crucial for students seeking admission to medical courses in India.

India has strongly criticized the Canadian government led by Prime Minister Justin Trudeau for issuing visas to individuals with links to organized crime, despite warnings from Indian officials. External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar accused the Trudeau government of legitimizing “extremism, separatism, and advocates of violence” under the guise of free speech. Jaishankar pointed out that some individuals in Canada with pro-Pakistan leanings have formed a politically influential lobby, leading to concerns about the country becoming a safe haven for criminals.

Chief Justice of India DY Chandrachud shared a personal experience of being caned in school as a child, emphasizing the profound impact it had on his mind. He discussed the lasting trauma caused by such incidents and stressed the importance of recognizing the vulnerabilities of children embroiled in legal disputes. CJI Chandrachud also emphasized the need for a justice system that responds with compassion, understanding, and opportunities for reintegration into society.

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman defended the Bharatiya Janata Party’s (BJP) decision to field Karan Saran, the son of Brij Bhushan Saran, from Kaiserganj in Uttar Pradesh, despite allegations of sexual harassment against the elder Saran. She emphasized that no charges have been proven against Brij Bhushan, and even if he were convicted, his son should not be held responsible. Sitharaman also criticized other parties for giving tickets to individuals with family members facing criminal charges. Regarding the Prajwal Revanna ‘sex video’ case, Sitharaman accused the Congress-led Karnataka government of neglecting the matter for a year. She alleged that the state government prioritized political considerations over women’s safety and is now attempting to blame the BJP after an alliance with Revanna’s party.

Landy Parraga Goyburo, a 23-year-old Ecuadorian beauty queen and social media influencer, was shot dead at a restaurant in Quevedo City on April 28. The shocking incident occurred after Goyburo posted an Instagram story revealing her location while enjoying octopus ceviche for lunch. According to reports, Goyburo was suspected of having an affair with a drug trafficker who died in a prison riot over a year ago, and investigators suspect that his widow may have ordered her murder. The incident has raised concerns about safety and the dangers of sharing real-time location information on social media.