In an exclusive interview with India Today, INDIA bloc’s candidate for Vice President, B Sudershan Reddy, outlined his position. He stated that the Vice President's oath is to defend and protect the constitution. Reddy contrasts his own background with that of the NDA candidate, CP Radhakrishnan, noting Radhakrishnan's association with the RSS. Defining his own ideology, Reddy said, "I am a liberal constitutional democrat." He appealed to all Members of Parliament, irrespective of party affiliations, to consider his candidacy, highlighting that there is no party whip in the Vice Presidential election. Reddy also referred to his work as the chairman of an expert group that analysed data from a caste survey in Telangana, which he called a milestone that revealed about 84 percent of the people belong to weaker sections, linking this to the formulation of policies for social justice.
United States intelligence chief Tulsi Gabbard has resigned from the federal cabinet, citing a severe family medical emergency. According to the resignation letter, the official stepped down after her husband was diagnosed with an extremely rare form of bone cancer, expressing a desire to remain by his side during his treatment.
Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif is set to visit China from May 23-26 for talks.
In this episode of In-Depth, the focus is on dowry deaths in India. A recent surge in dowry-related fatalities highlights a systemic issue across India, with four women losing their lives within a single week in mid-May.
The cancellation of the NEET-UG 2026 medical entrance examination, following a major paper leak has affected nearly 2.3 million students.
