The opposition has demanded a re-examination of the three new criminal laws saying that they were passed "forcibly" after suspending 146 MPs in the last Lok Sabha, and asserted that the INDIA bloc will not allow such "bulldozer justice" to prevail in the country's parliamentary system. The three new criminal laws came into effect in the country on Monday, bringing far-reaching changes in India's criminal justice system. In other news, new Army Chief Gen Upendra Dwivedi said on Monday took charge after receiving a guard of honour. Addressing the media after the guard of honour, he said, "I am fully conscious of the responsibility assigned to me and I assure the country and fellow citizens that the Indian Army is fully capable and ready to face all current and future challenges."
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.
