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A day after the swearing-in ceremony of the new Karnataka government, Chief Minister DK Shivakumar on Thursday announced the allocation of portfolios to 13 Cabinet ministers. The portfolio distribution reflects a mix of experienced leaders and key political figures who have been entrusted with some of the state’s most important departments. Chief Minister Shivakumar has retained the Finance Department and the Department of Personnel and Administrative Reforms (DPAR), emphasising his direct oversight of the state’s fiscal management and administrative functioning.

Russian President Vladimir Putin on Thursday said he considers India as a reliable partner and expressed confidence that both the countries will reach $100 billion in bilateral trade in the coming years. “India is among world’s major economies and is currently demonstrating an impressive rate of economic growth,” he said.

Having completed its theatrical run, Ranveer Singh’s Dhurandhar: The Revenge has made it’s debut on OTT platforms. Directed by Aditya Dhar, this blockbuster sequel to Dhurandhar has emerged as one of the biggest hits of the year. The film shattered several box office records and garnered immense praise from audiences. The movie is now being aired Live on Jio Hotstar.

Shreyas Iyer is set to replace Suryakumar Yadav as India’s T20I captain for the upcoming tours of Ireland and England. The move is part of India’s long-term planning for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics and the next T20 World Cup in Australia and New Zealand.

The MK Stalin-led DMK has decided to skip the proposed INDIA bloc meeting in New Delhi on June 8, signalling a widening rift with the Congress after the dramatic political realignment in Tamil Nadu following the Assembly elections.

The BCCI selectors are likely to sack Suryakumar Yadav as India’s T20I captain. Discussions with key stakeholders are expected shortly to assess leadership options before the squads for the Ireland and England tours are finalised.

In a major step after the Malviya Nagar fire inclident that killed 21 people, Delhi Police on Wednesday arrested Lavkesh Bajaj, owner of the hotel building, officials said. Earlier, one lookout circular was issued against him.

In a significant boost to India’s long-range air defence network, the fourth squadron of the S-400 Triumf, known in Indian service as the Sudarshan air defence system, has arrived from Russia. According to the news agency ANI, defence sources, the advanced air defence system reached India by sea a few days ago and is expected to be deployed in an operational sector shortly.

In a significant development, Trinamool Congress on Wednesday split in West Bengal in a big jolt to Mamata Banerjee after Ritabrata Banerjee became the Leader of Opposition.

Karnataka Congress President DK Shivakumar on Wednesday took oath as the Chief Minister of Karnataka. The 64-year-old Vokkaliga strongman, who was elected as leader of the Congress Legislature Party in Karnataka on May 30, was administered the oath of office and secrecy by Governor Thaawarchand Gehlot at 4.05 pm at Lok Bhavan’s Glass House. By occupying the state’s highest political office, the eighth-time MLA “DK Shi,” as he is popularly called, Shivakumar will fulfil his long-cherished dream after a prolonged power tussle with Siddaramaiah, who stepped down as CM last week.