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Kerala chief minister-designate V. D. Satheesan has announced his new cabinet, set to be sworn in on Monday. Prominent leaders like Ramesh Chennithala and Sunny Joseph will be part of the ministry. Thiruvanchoor Radhakrishnan has been named Speaker, with Shanimol Usman as Deputy Speaker.

Kerala's new Congress government is set to take shape. CM-designate V D Satheesan will present the cabinet list to the governor on Sunday. Ramesh Chennithala is expected to secure key portfolios. Several other leaders are also likely to be included. Final decisions on portfolios will be made after discussions with allies.

Chief minister-designate VD Satheesan unveiled a 21-member UDF cabinet ahead of Monday’s swearing-in ceremony in Kerala. Fourteen ministers, including Satheesan, are first-timers. The ministry includes two women and two Scheduled Caste members. Congress secured 11 berths, while IUML received five. Satheesan said the entire cabinet would take oath together for the first time in nearly six decades.

Salman Khan recently left fans worried after sharing a cryptic note on loneliness on social media. The superstar’s post quickly went viral, with many netizens speculating if something was bothering him personally. However, Salman has now broken his silence and clarified that the post was not about his own life. The actor also revealed that his mother, Salma Khan, became concerned after seeing the reactions online.

Lt Gen NS Raja Subramani (retd) has been appointed the new Chief of Defence Staff, tasked with implementing the theaterisation model. Vice-Admiral Krishna Swaminathan will take over as the next chief of the Indian Navy, focusing on modernization. Both appointments are effective from May 30 and May 31 respectively.

A significant political shift is unfolding in Kerala as the UDF surges past the 100-seat mark, leading in 102 constituencies. The ruling LDF trails with 37 seats, and the NDA is confined to a single seat. Several ministers are trailing, while some UDF leaders secure substantial leads, indicating a strong comeback for the front.

Responding to queries from TOI readers as part of Mission Admission campaign, vice-chancellor of Osmania University, Kumar M, says the future will belong to students who can adapt and are willing to learn

Early trends for the 2026 Kerala Assembly elections show a significant shift, with the Congress-led UDF projected for a commanding victory, leading in over 100 seats. The ruling LDF faces strong anti-incumbency, while the BJP remains a marginal player. This outcome suggests a return to Kerala's traditional pattern of alternating governments.

Salman Khan is venturing into the superhero realm with a grand, globally-focused film helmed by 'The Family Man' directors. Currently in pre-production, the ambitious project eyes an October 2026 shoot. Meanwhile, Khan's cameo in 'Raja Shivaji' has generated significant buzz, with fans praising his striking appearance.

Jos Buttler achieved a historic double milestone, scoring his 100th T20 fifty and surpassing 14,000 T20 runs, as Gujarat Titans defeated Lucknow Super Giants by seven wickets. Buttler's 60-run knock was instrumental in GT's successful chase of 165, which they completed with eight balls to spare. Prasidh Krishna's 4 for 24 earlier restricted LSG to 164 for 8.

Puducherry's 9.5 lakh voters will elect 294 candidates across 30 Assembly seats on April 9. The ruling NDA faces a challenge from the INDIA bloc and actor Vijay's TVK party. Chief Minister N Rangasamy is contesting from two constituencies as all arrangements are in place for the polls.

Challenging gender norms in Tamil folk arts, P. Senrayaperumal, a male performer, embodies female roles in Raja Rani Attam, while Thilagavathi Palani, a woman, takes on male characters in Kattaikkuttu. Both artists navigate societal prejudices and economic hardships, using their art to express powerful narratives and personal struggles.

This week explodes with must-sees like O'Romeo to Daredevil: Born Again Season 2. Streaming giants deliver mind-bending thrillers, gritty social dramas, and prime BTS: THE RETURN views. From obsession-fueled romances to epic comebacks, here's your perfect guide to the top OTT releases.

Shahid Kapoor has officially commenced filming for the second season of the hit streaming series 'Farzi'. Sharing behind-the-scenes glimpses, Kapoor confirmed his return as the talented counterfeiter Sunny. The actor also shared a candid selfie with co-star Vijay Sethupathi, who reprises his role as the antagonist Officer Michael.

'The Family Man' creators Raj and DK are all set to direct crime-thriller 'Guns & Gulaabs" for Netflix, which marks their first directorial venture with the streaming giant. The writer-director duo, whose full name is Raj Nidimoru & Krishna D.K. are more famously known as Raj & DK. Their filmography included titles such as 'Stree', 'Go Goa Gone', 'Shor In The City', and '99'.