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Suvendu Adhikari, once a key figure in Mamata Banerjee’s Trinamool Congress (TMC), took oath as West Bengal’s chief minister on Saturday. He led the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) to a landmark victory in the 2026 Assembly elections, securing 206 of 294 seats and ending TMC’s 15-year rule. TMC managed only 80 seats.Adhikari’s standout achievement came from defeating Banerjee in Bhabanipur, her long-time stronghold, by over 15,000 votes. This marks the second straight Assembly election where he bested her personally, following a narrow 2021 win in Nandigram despite BJP’s overall loss that year.Adhikari’s Roots and Rise in TMCFrom a prominent political…

The deadline for GSTR-3B returns covering the March 2026 tax period received an extension amid technical disruptions on the GST portal in April 2026. Yet, certain registered taxpayers filed late anyway, prompting suspensions of their GST registrations in multiple cases.GST Law Shifts on Return Filing and Registration ActionsBefore 2022 amendments, authorities initiated cancellation proceedings only after six continuous months of non-filing. The Finance Act, 2022—effective October 1, 2022—replaced this with “such continuous tax period as may be prescribed,” granting officers greater leeway.Chartered Accountant Siddharth Surana explains that GST Rules have not specified a shorter period, so officials can pursue suspension…

Claims that artificial intelligence (AI) will soon trigger massive job losses worldwide often blur the line between technical capabilities in specific tasks and large-scale operational implementation. Generative AI excels in narrow areas like radiology triage, contract analysis, and code scanning, matching or surpassing human speed and accuracy. However, widespread adoption faces significant hurdles.Reliability Challenges Limit High-Stakes UseCurrent AI systems struggle with reliability issues such as hallucinations, poor long-term reasoning, and failures in unusual scenarios. In critical fields like law, medicine, finance, and regulation, even a 2% error rate poses major risks. Organizations require predictable, accountable performance for trust and compliance.…

President Donald Trump announced that the United States anticipates a response from Iran later today regarding a proposal to resolve the ongoing West Asia conflict. He made the remarks to reporters before heading to a dinner at his golf course in Sterling, Virginia.Trump Addresses Iran’s TimelineWhen asked about Tehran’s reply to the proposal, Trump stated, “We’ll hear from them supposedly tonight.” Pressed on whether Iran is deliberately delaying the process, he responded, “We’ll find out soon enough.”Rubio Provides Update from RomeEarlier, Secretary of State Marco Rubio indicated that Washington expects Iran’s feedback today and hopes for a substantive proposal. Speaking…

BPER Banca SpA (BPXXY) launched its First Quarter 2026 Consolidated Results Conference Call, bringing together top executives and analysts to discuss recent financial performance. The session highlights the bank’s strategic updates and quarterly outcomes. Key Company Participants Nicola Sponghi – Head of Investor Relations Gianni Giacomo Papa – CEO & Director Simone Marcucci – Chief Financial Officer Valerio Rodilossi – Director of Credit Risk Analyst Participants Marco Nicolai – Jefferies LLC, Research Division Lorenzo Giacometti – Intermonte SIM S.p.A., Research Division Ignacio Ulargui – BNP Paribas, Research Division Matteo Panchetti – Mediobanca – Banca di credito finanziario S.p.A., Research Division…

Mould in tile grout is a common issue due to its porous nature, excess moisture, and inadequate ventilation. Black, brown, and yellow stains recently appeared on my bathroom grout, making the space look unclean despite deep cleaning. Natural remedies like white vinegar and bicarbonate of soda failed to remove the stains effectively. Products Tested To find the best solution, I compared three popular mould removers on affected grout areas: Mould Magic: A thick gel costing £12.99 for two tubes, available from Must Have Ideas. It promises to eliminate 100% of mould in one application. Astonish Mould & Mildew Blaster: Spray…

The go-home episode of WWE SmackDown set the stage for Backlash with high-stakes action and storyline advancements.Advertised HighlightsOfficials promoted key segments including fresh backstage rumors, modern-day dream matches, and potential heel or face turns at Backlash.Expect surprises as analysis points to major developments.Show RecapThis week’s SmackDown featured compelling matches and promos that heightened anticipation for the upcoming premium live event.

The Senate Banking Committee plans an initial vote on a key cryptocurrency regulation bill on May 14. This move represents a challenge for the banking industry.Banks argue that the bill’s limits on stablecoin interest payments closely mimic yield-bearing options like savings accounts, posing risks to traditional deposits. Such rewards have long encouraged users to hold stablecoins.Republican Unity and Democratic ChallengesSen. Tim Scott seeks full backing from all 13 Republican committee members. Democratic support remains uncertain amid ongoing disputes, especially over rules restricting politicians’ gains from digital assets.Path to PassageSenators and industry leaders suggest amendments could win over Democrats before a…

A 22-year-old woman in Pune succumbed to severe throat injuries on Friday, nine days after a brutal blade attack by her male acquaintance at her home in Chandan Nagar.Attack Unfolds in Pathare VastiThe incident occurred around 8:30 p.m. on April 29 at the residence of Ujaladevi Jaswantsingh Dohare, originally from Uttar Pradesh. The 30-year-old suspect, Dilip Ramesh Rathod from Hingoli and residing in Lohegaon, entered the home while she was alone—her brother and sister-in-law were at work—and slashed her throat during an argument before fleeing.Despite critical wounds, the victim contacted her brother by phone. Neighbors and relatives rushed her to…

Kate Garraway shared a warm moment with broadcaster Liam Halligan as he geared up for a grueling 300km charity tandem bike ride from London to Paris. The Epic Charity Challenge The Good Morning Britain presenter, 59, posed for photos with Halligan and his cycling partner Serge Kogan before their departure from the capital on Friday. The duo aims to cover the distance in just 24 hours to raise funds for Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy (DMD), a condition Halligan was diagnosed with in childhood. In a post on X, Halligan announced: ‘It’s today! London-to-Paris in 24 hours, 300km, on a tandem.’ A…