A massive political controversy has erupted in Himachal Pradesh over actress and MP Kangana Ranaut’s electricity bill. A detailed 18-month billing statement worth ₹3.81 lakh has gone viral on social media, with ministers slamming Kangana, while she demands an official investigation.

BJP MP Kangana Ranaut faced protests in Mandi during a Disha Committee meeting, as Youth Congress members gathered outside shouting slogans and waving black flags in response to her recent controversial statements against the Congress party.

President Droupadi Murmu will visit Himachal Pradesh from May 5–9 and attend a major event at IIT Mandi marking 15 years of its journey. She may also visit the Rohtang Tunnel and Shimla during her stay.

The Allahabad High Court has stirred controversy after it granted bail to a rape accused and remarked that the woman herself was responsible for the situation she found herself in. The court’s observation has triggered criticism from legal experts and women’s rights activists.

The Centre has appointed advocate Narender Mann as the Special Public Prosecutor to conduct the trial against Tahawwur Hussain Rana, accused in the 26/11 Mumbai terror attacks case, who is set to be extradited from the US this week.

Shiv Sena leader Sanjay Nirupam has accused Uddhav Thackeray of forcing his party MPs to vote against the Waqf (Amendment) Bill, claiming they were initially hesitant. Nirupam called Uddhav “Muslim Hridaysamrat” and alleged he acted under pressure from minority groups.