Shivkumar Krishnan

A Marshall Islands-flagged LPG carrier, MT Sarv Shakti, carrying 46,313 MT of LPG (Indian cargo), safely crossed the Strait of Hormuz yesterday and is expected to arrive at Visakhapatnam on 13 May 2026

Congratulations to our young scientists and engineers at @GalaxEye for building Mission Drishti, the world’s first OptoSAR satellite combining optical cameras and all-weather radar. The launch of India's largest privately built satellite will change how our Earth is observed and emboss the prowess of our youth on the globe, realising Modi Ji's vision of a space-power India. All my best wishes are with you for your future endeavours.

Tumkur, Karnataka: BJP State President BY Vijayendra says, "Yesterday, after the recounting took place in Sringeri Assembly Constituency, we are happy to share that our BJP former MLA, DN Jeevaraj, has won with 66 votes. I don't know why there is so much delay by the concerned authorities in declaring the results. We are happy that people had blessed Jeevaraj in the last assembly election itself. But unfortunately, because of the malpractices carried out by the local Congress leader, injustice was done to Jeevaraj. Truth has come out, and we are happy to say that Jeevaraj has won with 65 votes. Whether it's a ballot paper or an EVM, people have lost hope in this Congress party..."

The Great Nicobar Project: India’s Ultimate Maritime Masterstroke 🇮🇳⚓ There is a coordinated PR campaign targeting the ₹72,000 Crore Great Nicobar Island (GNI) project. Cutting through the political noise, the reality is stark: this is the most critical infrastructure project for India’s survival and dominance in the 21st century. Here are the hard facts. 🧵👇

“If India bows to domestic PR campaigns and leaves its easternmost flank demilitarized and underdeveloped, we are effectively handing over the Indian Ocean to adversarial naval powers”. Read this timely thread explaining the several imperatives of developing Nicobar Island as a strategic maritime hub for India. The naysayers should not be allowed to block this game changing project!

Election Comission of India (ECI) directs that fresh polls shall be conducted in all the 285 polling stations, including Auxiliary polling stations, in 144-Falta Assembly Constituency, between 7 AM and 6 PM on 21st May 2026, and counting of votes will take place on 24th May 2026: ECI According to ECI, they have issued these directives "on Consideration of severe electoral offences and subversion of the democratic process during the polling in a large number of polling stations on 29th April 2026 in 144-Falta Assembly Constituency, West Bengal"

The Ministry of Information & Broadcasting has appointed noted lyricist, writer and communications expert Prasoon Joshi as the Chairman of Prasar Bharati, India’s public service broadcaster

VIDEO | Varanasi: Kashi Vishwanath Temple introduces App-based darshan system for devotees. Vishwa Bhushan Mishra, CEO, Shri Kashi Vishwanath Temple Trust, says, "At the Kashi Vishwanath Temple Trust, there is already a system in place: people who book tickets online whether for Sugam Darshan or for Mangala Aarti are required to provide their Aadhaar card number. Under this arrangement, daily local devotees (residents of Kashi) are exempt. Their darshan time is already fixed from 4 to 5, and they neither need to take a ticket nor provide any additional documents. They can enter by simply showing a local identity proof. Similarly, devotees from across the country who come for free darshan do not need to visit any ticket counter. They can directly enter, have darshan, and leave. No identity proof is required for them either." #KashiVishwanath #Varanasi (Full video available on PTI Videos - ptivideos.com)

I don’t need lessons on democracy, public discourse or decency from anyone, especially from @DrAMSinghvi . Decency and him can never be in the same room. The real issue here pertains to a woman - who has nothing to do with politics - but has her character assassinated on national television using FORGED documents from other countries. I am confident the courts will take note of this, sooner or later and the guilty will be punished for his brazen act of maligning a woman's character using false documents to influence electoral outcomes. Also Dr Singhvi, it’s easy to speak on a platform where I am not present to respond. That is not called a debate- it is simply avoiding a fair exchange, one which you were espousing. And let me be clear, this is just the beginning, not the end. Satyamev Jayate.

Dear Respected Advocates, Dear Friends, Dear Colleagues, and Everyone who took a moment to reach out. I am truly overwhelmed and deeply moved by your warm and encouraging wishes. Each message, call, and gesture I received has touched my heart more than words can express. Your love, affection, and support have always been a source of strength and inspiration for me. It is a blessing to be surrounded by such wonderful people both within the legal fraternity and beyond who take the time to show kindness and stand by each other. To my respected advocates and fellow colleagues, your trust and camaraderie mean the world to me. To my dear friends and family, your warmth and encouragement keep me going every single day. I cherish each one of you and I sincerely pray that God blesses you with good health, happiness, and success in all your endeavors. With heartfelt gratitude and warm regards, - R.C Paul Kanagaraj President MHAA

हर ईंट में उनका पसीना है, हर सड़क में उनकी मेहनत है। यही हाथ हैं जो विकसित भारत की नींव रख रहे हैं। आज #LabourDay पर भारत माता के उन सभी परिश्रमी हाथों को कोटि कोटि नमन, जिनके बिना न शहर बनते, न सपने पूरे होते। मोदी सरकार हर श्रमिक के सम्मान, सुरक्षा और समृद्धि के लिए संकल्पबद्ध है।

#WATCH | Surat,. Gujarat: India’s first barrierless, Multi-Lane Free Flow (MLFF) tolling system has been officially implemented at the Choryasi toll plaza on NH-48 near Surat. (Visuals from Choryasi toll plaza)

Great Nicobar Project: Strategic Importance, Sustainable Development ✴️The Great Nicobar Project seeks to transform Great Nicobar into a strategic maritime and economic hub by leveraging its proximity (about 40 nautical miles) to the East–West shipping route and reducing dependence on foreign transshipment ports keeping in view the defense and National Security purpose ✴️It includes major infrastructure components: a 14.2 million twenty foot equivalent unit( MTEU) International Container Transshipment Terminal, a Greenfield International Airport (4000 Peak Hour Passengers-PHP)., a 450 MVA gas–solar power plant, and a planned township. ✴️The development follows a regulated environmental framework, with clearance under the EIA Notification, 2006 and ICRZ Notification, 2019, 42 compliance conditions, diversion of 1.82% of island forest cover, and compensatory afforestation planned over 97.30 sq. km. ✴️Tribal welfare remains central, with no displacement proposed for Shompen and Nicobarese communities and a net increase in notified tribal reserve area through re-notification measures. Read here: pib.gov.in/PressReleasePa…

Thank You Hon PM Narendra Modi Ji... For every citizen of Maharashtra, today holds special significance, and Hon PM Narendra Modi Ji, your warm wishes have made the occasion even more special. Your message beautifully reflects Maharashtra’s rich legacy, its social and cultural contributions, economic progress, and its role in India’s growth, including the remarkable transformation of Gadchiroli. Your words, your guidance, and most importantly, your continued strong support for Maharashtra are truly invaluable and inspiring. You have always been a source of inspiration, and there is complete confidence that your guidance and encouragement will continue in the future as well. On behalf of the people of Maharashtra, heartfelt gratitude for your thoughtful wishes. @narendramodi #Maharashtra #MaharashtraDay #महाराष्ट्रदिन #गर्जा_महाराष्ट्र

Prime Minister Narendra Modi writes to Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis on Maharashtra Day. "...I am aware that this is also a deeply special year for Maharashtra. After all, we are commemorating the 300th birth anniversary of Punyashlok Ahilyabai Holkar, the 200th birth anniversary of Mahatma Phule, the 150th birth anniversary of Sant Gadgebaba, the centenary year of the historic Chavdar Tale Satyagraha at Mahad, the 100th birth anniversary of Balasaheb Thackeray Ji and 100 years of the establishment of Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh. Each of these milestones recalls different streams of Maharashtra's greatness such as social reform, empowerment of women, spiritual awakening, justice and cultural self-assertion. Thus, it is most fitting that the Maharashtra Government has dedicated this year to 'Samta' and 'Samajik Samarasta'...I am happy that your Government is leaving no stone unturned in strengthening the economic growth of the state. The vision of Viksit Maharashtra aligns wonderfully with realising our shared dream of a Viksit Bharat by 2047. The fact that the Maharashtra Government has also thoughtfully structured in three phases: 2029, 2035 (the Amrit Mahotsav of Maharashtra) and 2047, reflects both immediate action and long-term national purpose...In our journey towards becoming a Viksit and Aatmanirbhar Bharat, Maharashtra's role will be decisive. On this Statehood Day, we remember with reverence the countless builders of modern Maharashtra...the workers, farmers, saints, reformers, entrepreneurs, artists and ordinary citizens, whose labour has made this state extraordinary. We reiterate our commitment to supporting the state in every possible way..."

West Bengal Elections 2026 | Repolling to be held on 11 booths of Magrahat Paschim Assembly constituency and 4 booths of Diamond Harbour Assembly constituency in South 24 Parganas tomorrow, 2nd May.

Chitra Pournami Today Chitra Pournami is celebrated in the Tamil month of Chithirai. Very famous in Madurai, Tiruvannamalai and all Mahavishnu temples. People worship Parashakti on this day

UPI completes 10 years; emerges as world's largest real-time payments platform, anchoring India's digital economy aninews.in/news/national/… via NaMo App

Partap Singh Bajwa demands an on-the-spot alcohol test for all MLAs inside the Vidhan Sabha. With the doors shut and no one allowed to leave.

📢🛣️ Delighted to announce that the country’s first Multi-Lane Free Flow (MLFF) barrier-less tolling system has been launched today at the Chorayasi Toll Plaza on the Surat–Bharuch section of NH-48 in Gujarat. This state-of-the-art solution enables seamless toll collection without halting vehicles, leveraging advanced technologies such as Automatic Number Plate Recognition (ANPR) and FASTag. The introduction of MLFF marks a significant step towards digitising the tolling ecosystem and modernising National Highway infrastructure to global standards. This transformative system will reduce travel time, ease congestion, improve fuel efficiency, lower vehicular emissions, and minimise human intervention in toll operations. Barrier-less tolling will enhance ‘Ease of Living’ for citizens while strengthening ‘Ease of Doing Business’ by enabling faster and more efficient movement of goods and logistics. Aligned with the visionary leadership of PM Shri @narendramodi Ji, this initiative reflects our continued commitment to building world-class, technology-driven National Highway infrastructure that is efficient, transparent, and commuter-friendly. #PragatiKaHighway #GatiShakti