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Congress is really upset about fuel prices going up again. They asked PM Modi four tough questions, saying the government isn't helping people with inflation. A leader said, "Fix the problem now." They think the government should have passed on lower oil prices from before to consumers.
Bengal is finally bringing back Ayushman Bharat health cards in July, seven years after leaving the scheme! Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari said, "around six crore beneficiaries... will be brought under Ayushman Bharat." This means more people will get health benefits, even if they work outside the state.
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio landed in India on Saturday, aiming to boost ties. He'll meet PM Modi and discuss trade, energy, and tech. Rubio said, "Landed in India. Looking forward to a great visit." He also visited the Missionaries of Charity in Kolkata before heading to Delhi for important talks.
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio landed in New Delhi on Saturday for talks with PM Modi. He said, "We wanna sell them as much energy as they'll buy," highlighting energy supply disruptions. The visit includes a Quad foreign ministers' meeting and discussions on trade, defense, and the Indo-Pacific.
Bengal's Chief Minister announced that over six crore Swasthya Sathi cardholders will join the Ayushman Bharat scheme from July. The Centre also approved Rs 3,000 crore for healthcare, with the first Rs 500 crore already released. He said, "we will be able to issue Ayushman Bharat cards by July."
Trump's new China approach is a wake-up call for India. The Beijing truce of May 2026 signals a shift to transactional geo-economics. India's manufacturing strategy relied on US-China decoupling, but China's commitment to buy Boeing jets and farm products threatens India's ambitions. This deal could dilute the risk premium that made Indian factories attractive.
An FIR is filed against UP Congress chief Ajay Rai for making "objectionable remarks against the Prime Minister." Police said he led supporters in an unlawful assembly, blocking a road and disrupting work. This happened after a video of the incident went viral on social media.
Kevin Warsh is now the Fed Chair, promising a "reform-oriented" approach. He wants to balance President Trump's calls for rate cuts with the Fed's job of controlling inflation and staying independent. Warsh believes smart policies can lead to lower inflation and stronger growth for America.
U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio landed in India on Saturday, May 23, 2026, for a four-day visit. He said, "Looking forward to a great visit." Rubio will meet PM Modi and EAM Jaishankar, attend the Quad Foreign Ministers' Meeting, and visit Agra and Jaipur. Talks will focus on boosting ties in energy, trade, and technology.
Fuel prices saw a small hike, the "smallest material upward movement" globally, excluding Gulf nations. States ruled by the opposition, like Telangana and Kerala, have the highest prices, while BJP-ruled states like Gujarat and UP offer the lowest. This shows states tax fuel heavily, not just the central government.
Maharashtra Tourism hosted ImagiNxt 2026 in Mumbai, bringing together tech leaders and innovators. The event highlighted Maharashtra's aim to be a major tech hub, discussing AI and startups. As Mr. Jadhav said, "Maharashtra Tourism is proud to be part of ImagiNxt." This shows the state's focus on future industries.
Big news for teachers! The Bihar Education Minister said "the notification will be released soon." Clarity on the TRE 4 exam is expected around May 25-26. This recruitment drive will fill 46,882 posts across different departments, after much demand and protests from hopeful candidates.