Evening news wrap: Raghav Chadha, 6 other MPs in RS join BJP; AAP cries foul, and more | India News
Raghav Chadha 6 more MPs inRajya Sabha has joinedBJP .AAP Alleged “Operation Lotus” and called it a political conspiracy against the Punjab government.- Prime Minister Modi attacked the West Bengal government, claiming a rising BJP wave after the first phase of polls and warned TMC “goons” against any misadventure on May 4.
- Iran’s Araghchi is likely to arrive in Pakistan for US talks amid possible progress in ongoing diplomatic engagements.
- The opposition has again moved to impeach CEC Gyanesh Kumar, submitting a 73-MP notice alleging “misconduct” in the Rajya Sabha.
- The IPL 2026 race heats up mid-season, with Samson leading the Orange Cap standings and Kamboj the Purple Cap.
Here are the top 5 news stories of the day
6 more Rajya Sabha MPs join BJP along with Raghav Chadha
Raghav Chadha and six other Rajya Sabha MPs have announced their decision to join the BJP. Swati Maliwal, Harbhajan Singh, Sandeep Pathak, Ashok Mittal, Rajinder Gupta and Vikram Sahni are a part of this move.AAP reacted to the move and criticized the leaders. It accused the BJP of managing it.”Operation Lotus“And a conspiracy to defame the work done by the AAP government in Punjab.” The Bharatiya Janata Party under Narendra Modi and Amit Shah has launched ‘Operation Lotus’, which is being described as a game of cheap politics and an attempt to obstruct the good work of the Bhagwant Mann government in Punjab on a large scale,” said AAP MP Sanjay Singh. Follow the live updates
PM Modi slams Bengal govt, warns TMC ‘thugs’ ‘no place to hide after May 4’
Prime Minister Narendra Modi said a “wave of change” was visible in West Bengal after the first phase of polling and claimed that growing public support for the BJP effectively signaled its victory in the assembly elections.Addressing a rally in Panihati under the Dumdum Lok Sabha constituency, along with the mother of RG tax case victim, who is a candidate from the assembly constituency, the prime minister said, “This revolution will come through your single vote,” urging voters in what he described as a mandate for political change. Read the full story
Iran’s Araghchi expected to arrive in Pak for US talks, ‘high probability of breakthrough’
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi is expected to arrive in the Pakistani capital tonight to lead a delegation, official sources have indicated, citing a “high possibility” of US-Iran talks to be held in Islamabad, Al Jazeera reported.Earlier in the day, Araghchi held a phone call with Pakistan’s Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar, both sides confirmed. Pakistan’s foreign ministry said the two leaders discussed regional developments, the ceasefire situation and ongoing diplomatic efforts related to US-Iran engagement. Follow the live updates
Fresh bid to impeach CEC Gyanesh Kumar as Opposition submits fresh notice signed by 73 MPs in Rajya Sabha
Opposition parties have submitted a fresh notice in the Rajya Sabha seeking the removal of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar. 73 MPs have signed the notice.Congress leader Jairam Ramesh has leveled nine charges of “substantiated misconduct” against the CEC and said his continuation in office amounts to an attack on the Constitution. Read the full story
IPL 2026: Samson Storms Orange Cap Race; Kamboj regained the top spot in the Purple Cap
The IPL 2026 season has almost reached the midway point, with 33 of the 70 league matches completed. As the tournament progressed, key performers began to emerge, both in batting and bowling.Competition for Orange Cap and Purple Cap is becoming increasingly competitive. Players are now competing for the positions of highest run-scorer and leading wicket-taker. The league stage is expected to be more intense as teams jostle for playoff spots. Read the full story
