Bhaskar English brings you the biggest news from India and around the world. Here are the top news headlines of the day… 1. Suvendu Adhikari elected new CM of Bengal Suvendu Adhikari will be the new Chief Minister of West Bengal. His name was announced by Union Home Minister Amit Shah at the BJP legislature party meeting held at the Convention Centre in Kolkata. Read more 2. TVK chief Vijay set to next CM of Tamil Nadu Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) appears set to form the next government in Tamil Nadu, with sources claiming that smaller parties including the Viduthalai Chiruthaigal Katchi (VCK), CPI and CPI(M) are extending support to the Vijay-led party after the Congress announcement backing TVK. Read more 3. Iran seizes oil tanker, alleging attempt to disrupt oil exports US President Donald Trump indicated that the ceasefire remains in effect with Iran despite clashes. The US military said it carried out retaliatory strikes on Iran on Thursday, targeting sites it said were responsible for attacking US forces in what it called unprovoked hostilities by Tehran. Read more 4. Centre plans sweeping overhaul of 15 lakh govt schools Centre plans major reforms from May 2026, placing School Management Committees (SMCs) at the centre of governance for 15 lakh government schools. Parents will control budgets, jointly operate school accounts, and approve spending up to ₹30 lakh. Read more 5. US court declares Trump’s 10% global tariffs illegal US federal court has ruled against President Donald Trump’s 10% global tariff on most imports imposed after a stinging loss at the Supreme Court. Read more 6. Sensex, Nifty end cautiously as oil prices surge after US-Iran exchange of fire in Hormuz The share markets in India closed lower on Friday, 8 May, 2026 as oil prices rose following the exchange of fire between the US and Iran in the Strait of Hormuz. Sensex ended 516.33 points lower at 77,328.19 points. Similarly, Nifty shed 0.62%. Read more 7. Shreyas Iyer might replace Suryakumar Yadav as India’s T20I captain Reports suggest selectors may replace Suryakumar Yadav as India’s T20I captain after IPL 2026. Shreyas Iyer is leading candidate for the role. Meanwhile, Sairaj Bahutule is expected to join Gautam Gambhir’s coaching staff as spin-bowling coach. Read more 8. IPL matches to be increased to 94 from 2028 According to IPL chairman Arun Dhumal, the league is planning to increase the number of matches from 74 to 94 per season starting from 2028. Read more 9. Shakti Kapoor reacts angrily to death rumours Bollywood actress Shraddha Kapoor’s father and veteran actor Shakti Kapoor is furious over fake news of his death. For the past few days, rumors of his demise were circulating on social media, which had upset the actor. Read more 10. Aamir Khan attends ‘Daadi Ki Shaadi’ screening Aamir Khan recently attended the special screening of the film ‘Daadi Ki Shaadi’. After watching the film, Aamir highly praised the film’s star cast. Read more
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