Stories from India

New size data covering 87% of the Indian population is being used to design clothing, furniture, and prosthetics. Rahul Mehta, head of the Clothing Manufacturers Association of India, expects brands to begin adopting these size charts within the next two years.

Thunderstorms are expected to occur in Rayal Seema, Uttarakhand, Vidarbha, and West Bengal. Thunderstorms are forecast for several regions across India.

The Election Commission has ordered a repoll at 285 stations in the Falta assembly constituency in West Bengal. In several booths, voting unit buttons were partially covered with black tape to prevent correct voting. Unauthorized individuals were also found entering polling stations and casting votes, according to the commission. The Peruvian election commission has formally requested a comprehensive investigation and verification of results following the presidential election held on April 12. The move comes amid a dispute over the race for second place, which determines entry into the second round of voting. The move comes amid a close contest for the second position required to advance to a second round. Analysts noted increasing geopolitical pressures and internal challenges within OPEC as separate global developments.

The Andhra Pradesh government has announced a budget of 3.32 lakh crore rupees.

The government of Andhra Pradesh has announced a budget of 3.32 lakh crore rupees.

The Andhra Pradesh government has released its 2026-27 budget outlay of Rs 3.32 Lakh Crore. The fiscal plan prioritizes capital growth and strict fiscal discipline. The budget includes a allocation for essential goods, which remain the highest in demand across all regions. The budget includes cooperation from the Health Department, Agriculture Department, and other health agencies.

Prasun Joshi, a noted lyricist, writer, and communication expert, has been appointed as the chairman of Prasar Bharati.

The Election Commission has cancelled the entire voting process for the Phaulta assembly constituency in the South 24 Parganas district of West Bengal. All 285 polling stations in the constituency will hold new elections on May 21. The counting of votes is scheduled for May 24.

Justice Joymalya Bakshi has directed that the Commission's guidelines must be strictly followed.

Councillors from the BJP and BRS parties held protests regarding the postponement of the Khanapur Municipal Chairman election.