Rahul Gandhi, leader of the opposition, has been speaking out against the Centre's handling of inflation. He's warning that rising prices will affect small businesses and households. Commercial LPG cylinder prices have gone up by a whopping Rs 993 in just one day. That's an 81% increase in three months, and Gandhi is calling it the "election bill". He's also predicting that petrol and diesel prices could rise after polling concludes in several states.

The Noida International Airport is getting ready to take off. It's set to start commercial operations on June 15, with IndiGo operating the first flight. The airport has a capacity of 12 million passengers annually and aims to boost connectivity, trade, and tourism in the region. It's a major project that's been in the works for a while, and it's expected to bring in a lot of economic growth.

Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann is facing controversy after opposition leaders accused him of arriving at the Assembly under the influence of alcohol. They're demanding alco-meter and dope tests for all MLAs, which is a pretty big deal. The ruling party had dismissed similar allegations in the past, but this time, the opposition is not backing down.

Air India is cutting back on flights due to high fuel prices. They're planning to reduce their daily schedule by almost 100 flights, mainly affecting international routes. Jet fuel prices have gone up over 5%, and with fuel making up around 40% of their expenses, the airline is facing a lot of financial pressure.

Russia has successfully tested its new Soyuz-5 rocket, which is designed to be more efficient and cost-effective. It's a major upgrade for their space program, and it's expected to boost employment and strengthen Russia's position in the global space sector.