Several NDA leaders, including Chirag Paswan, Piyush Goyal, S Jaishankar, Shivraj Singh Chouhan, and HD Kumaraswamy, met with Prime Minister Narendra Modi at his residence ahead of his evening swearing-in ceremony. During the meeting at 7 Lok Kalyan Marg, Modi emphasized the immediate implementation of the 100-day action plan and urged his colleagues to expedite pending departmental projects. He outlined a five-year roadmap and stressed the goal of transforming India into a developed nation by 2047. The meeting highlighted the government's commitment to swift and decisive action in its upcoming term.

Sofia Firdous, a former real estate developer, entered politics unexpectedly after her father, Congress MLA Mohammed Moquim, couldn't contest due to a conviction. With only a month before the Odisha Assembly elections, Firdous became the Congress candidate. Despite her novice status, she won, defeating the BJP's candidate by 8,001 votes. Her victory is notable as she becomes the state's first woman Muslim MLA. Firdous credited her success to her father's groundwork and the strong support from local residents, who unanimously endorsed her candidacy in recognition of her family's contributions to Cuttack.

Rashtrapati Bhavan gears up for Prime Minister-designate Narendra Modi's swearing-in ceremony, scheduled for Sunday at 7:15 pm. Approximately 9,000 guests, including heads of neighboring countries, are expected to attend. Notable dignitaries include leaders from Sri Lanka, Maldives, Seychelles, Bangladesh, Mauritius, Nepal, and Bhutan. To address past complaints, organizers have installed rows of water fridges and mist fans to combat the heatwave. Security protocols dictate that guests must remain seated for about four hours. The event aims to mark the commencement of Modi's new term, emphasizing guest comfort amid the scorching weather conditions.

Actor-politician Kangana Ranaut criticized praise for a CISF woman constable who allegedly slapped her, comparing it to justifying "rape or murder." Ranaut claimed in a video message that she was hit and abused by the constable during a security check at Chandigarh airport, potentially due to her stance on the farmer protests. The incident occurred two days after Ranaut was elected to the Lok Sabha from Mandi, Himachal Pradesh. Kulwinder Kaur, the CISF constable involved, has been suspended, and an investigation is underway. The CISF has also ordered a court of inquiry into the matter.

Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge will attend Prime Minister Narendra Modi's swearing-in ceremony today, representing the Opposition in the Rajya Sabha. This decision follows consultations with INDIA Bloc leaders. Trinamool Congress, a bloc partner, will be absent. The Congress Working Committee urged Rahul Gandhi to take the Leader of Opposition role in the Lok Sabha, but he deferred. Sonia Gandhi is confirmed as the Congress Parliamentary Party chairperson.

Prime Minister-designate Narendra Modi is set to be sworn in for his third consecutive term tonight. He began the day by honoring Mahatma Gandhi at Rajghat in New Delhi. Alongside his council of ministers, he will take the oath at Rashtrapati Bhavan at 7:15 PM, leading a coalition government after two outright BJP majority terms. Modi drew parallels to Jawaharlal Nehru's historic streak, winning in 1952, 1957, and 1962. This marks a significant milestone in Indian political history, with Modi poised to continue his leadership, emphasizing continuity and historical significance.

PM Narendra Modi will take oath for his third consecutive term today, with the ceremony scheduled from 7:15 to 8 PM. Approximately 30 ministers will be sworn in initially, with the full council expected to comprise 78 to 81 members. Key portfolios, including home, defence, finance, and external affairs, will remain with the BJP. Other critical infrastructure ministries, such as steel, civil aviation, and coal, will also see appointments. Coalition dynamics will influence the cabinet's composition, with most ministers likely holding single portfolios. Calls to the ministers to be sworn in will start this morning.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s third swearing-in ceremony will take place on June 9 at 7:15 PM at Rashtrapati Bhavan. President Droupadi Murmu will administer the oath. Besides top political figures, the guest list includes beneficiaries of government schemes, sanitation workers, and key project contributors like Central Vista laborers. Foreign dignitaries from Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, Bhutan, Nepal, and Mauritius are expected. BJP President JP Nadda will host a dinner post-ceremony. Enhanced security measures have been implemented for the event, which reflects Modi’s inclusive approach by honoring grassroots contributors.

Kangana Ranaut condemned those praising the CISF woman constable who allegedly slapped her during a security check at Chandigarh airport. Ranaut equated supporting such actions to endorsing "rape or murder" in a social media post. The constable, Kulwinder Kaur, has been suspended, with an FIR filed against her. Punjab Kisan Congress chief Kiranjit Singh demanded a fair investigation, criticizing the silence of Punjab's chief minister. Despite no CCTV footage, Singh urged impartiality. He also denounced Ranaut's remarks on Punjab's security situation.

Ahead of Narendra Modi’s third oath-taking, speculation rises over ministerial allocations. BJP, forming a government with NDA allies like JD(U) and TDP, faces intricate negotiations. Rajnath Singh, expected to retain Defence, while HD Kumaraswamy's JD(S) eyes agriculture. Potential ministries for Chirag Paswan and Nitin Gadkari under consideration. With BJP falling short of a clear majority, allocations reflect a delicate balance within the coalition. As the clock ticks, all eyes are on the Rashtrapati Bhavan ceremony, where Modi's cabinet lineup for the next term will be revealed amidst keen anticipation and political maneuvering.