In a grand and historic ceremony held at the Central Stadium in Thiruvananthapuram on Monday, May 18, 2026, senior Congress leader V.D. Satheesan was sworn in as the new Chief Minister of Kerala. Kerala Governor Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar administered the oath of office and secrecy to Satheesan, who took the oath in the name of God. This momentous ceremony marks the end of a decade-long Left Democratic Front (LDF) rule in the state, signaling a powerful return to power for the Congress-led United Democratic Front (UDF). In the recently concluded elections for the 140-member Kerala Assembly, the UDF secured a…
Author: India Aware
A severe mid-air accident occurred during an air show in the northwestern US state of Idaho. On Sunday, May 17, 2026, at approximately 12:30 PM local time, two modern US Navy EA-18G Growler electronic attack aircraft collided while performing maneuvers at the ‘Gunfighter Skies Air Show’, hosted at Mountain Home Air Force Base. According to eyewitnesses, the two aircraft were flying a close formation at a relatively low altitude and slower speed when they lost balance and clipped one another. The collision triggered a loud explosion in the sky, instantly shattering parts of the aircraft. Following the harrowing incident, military…
Iran has made a highly unexpected and major decision regarding the Strait of Hormuz, the lifeline of global oil supplies. On Monday, May 18, 2026, Iran’s top security body officially announced the formation of a new authority—the ‘Persian Gulf Strait Authority’ (PGSA)—to control and regulate commercial shipping through this strategic waterway. According to Ibrahim Azizi, Chairman of Iran’s Parliamentary Security Panel, and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, all commercial vessels passing through the Strait of Hormuz will now be required to pay a transit fee (toll tax) in exchange for specialized maritime services. Furthermore, it has been made mandatory for…
Union Minister for Commerce and Industry Piyush Goyal has presented a grand vision for Indian exports, stating that ongoing Free Trade Agreement (FTA) negotiations with 38 countries will propel the nation’s exports to historic heights in the coming years. Addressing a trade summit in New Delhi, the Union Minister clarified that the Indian government is currently employing both aggressive and protective market strategies. These 38 nations include member states of the European Union (EU), the United Kingdom (UK), and the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC), with whom final rounds of diplomatic and economic talks are underway. According to Piyush Goyal, the…
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has announced a historic ‘Green Strategic Partnership’ between India and Norway, elevating bilateral relations to a new milestone. Addressing the media following a high-level virtual meeting with the Prime Minister of Norway, PM Modi stated that this new partnership will add a significant dimension to the ties between the two nations. The primary objective of this collaboration is to combat the global challenges of climate change, expand clean energy, and promote sustainable economic growth. The Prime Minister highlighted that Norway possesses extensive experience in environmental conservation, wind energy, and offshore technologies, while India offers a massive…
Amidst severe tensions in West Asia and specifically in the Strait of Hormuz, there is a significant sigh of relief for India. The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) officially announced today that following intensive diplomatic negotiations with Iran, 11 Indian merchant vessels that were stranded in the region have safely exited. According to a ministry spokesperson, these ships have been provided a safe corridor toward international waters. However, the situation has not fully returned to normal, as the Ministry also clarified that 13 other Indian vessels and their crews remain in the turbulent area. The Indian government is in constant…
President Donald Trump’s ambitious trade policy has suffered another major legal defeat. A US Federal Trade Court (US Court of International Trade) has struck down the 10 percent global tariff imposed by the President, declaring it ‘illegal’ and effective immediately. A three-judge bench issued the 2-1 majority ruling, stating that the administration abused its powers under Section 122 of the Trade Act of 1974. The court clarified that the import duty imposed by the President was not only unconstitutional but also violated the legal procedures that govern trade balances. This marks the second major legal blow to the Trump administration…
Following the National Democratic Alliance’s (NDA) landslide victory in the Assam Assembly Elections 2026, preparations for the formation of the new government are in full swing. According to an official announcement, the swearing-in ceremony of the new government will be held on May 12, 2026, at the Veterinary College Ground in Khanapara, Guwahati. Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Home Minister Amit Shah will be arriving in Assam specifically to witness this historic moment. Additionally, BJP National President JP Nadda and Chief Ministers from several NDA-ruled states are expected to attend. Sources indicate that this ceremony will not only be a…
The 48th match of IPL 2026 has etched its name as one of the most thrilling encounters in cricket history, as Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) defeated Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) by 9 runs at their home ground, the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium. Opting to bat first, Lucknow posted a massive total of 204/6 in 20 overs, powered by Nicholas Pooran’s explosive 74 off 32 balls and a steady 45 from captain KL Rahul. For Bengaluru, Mohammed Siraj was the pick of the bowlers with 3 wickets, but a late cameo by Ayush Badoni (28 off 12 balls) pushed Lucknow past the…
The investigation into the tragic Air India plane crash that occurred last year at Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport in Ahmedabad has entered its final stage. Speaking to reporters during a summit at GIFT City in Gandhinagar, Union Civil Aviation Minister Ram Mohan Naidu stated that the final detailed report of the accident is highly likely to be released within the next month. The Minister assured that the investigation, conducted by the Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau (AAIB), is being carried out with full transparency and involves collaboration with several national and international agencies. Given that this was an international flight…