Congress insists on the Sriperumbudur seat, the memorial site of Rajiv Gandhi. K Selvaperunthagai, the incumbent MLA, is seeking reelection. However, his campaign faces challenges as constituents express dissatisfaction with his limited visits. He acknowledges the difficulty in frequent constituency visits due to his role as TNCC chief.
Bengal’s electoral rolls are in disarray as long-time voters, including a 97-year-old Partition refugee and a retired teacher, find their names struck off. Families are battling bureaucratic hurdles and stress, with one man dying in a tribunal queue. The process has left many disenfranchised, sparking protests and accusations of political manipulation.
The Dallas Cowboys face a tough call on George Pickens after his breakout season. Despite elite production, contract concerns and off-field questions cloud his future. With extension talks uncertain, teams like the Kansas City Chiefs, Las Vegas Raiders, and Los Angeles Chargers could pursue a trade. Dallas may ultimately move its rising star rather than
Mukul Choudhary emerged as LSG’s hero with a match-winning unbeaten 54 off 27 balls in a last-ball win over KKR. Reflecting on his journey, he said, “Our financial condition wasn’t strong,” delaying his start in cricket. Staying calm under pressure, he added, “My plan was simple – I wanted to stay till the end.” Known
Record voter turnouts were recorded in Assam, Kerala, and Puducherry, with officials hailing it as a validation of electoral roll revisions and a sign of public trust. Assam and Puducherry achieved all-time highs, while Kerala saw its best turnout since 1987. Muslim-majority seats in Assam saw a significant surge in participation.
Congress Working Committee will convene Friday to deliberate on the women’s reservation law amendments, following DMK chief M.K. Stalin’s sharp critique. Concerns are raised that a “proportionate increase” in Lok Sabha seats could disadvantage southern and smaller states, benefiting northern ones. The timing of the BJP’s proposal amid assembly elections also faces scrutiny.
India is bolstering its engagement with the Gulf as a fragile ceasefire takes hold in West Asia. Union Minister S. Jaishankar is visiting the UAE to deepen strategic ties, while Minister Hardeep Singh Puri is in Qatar to secure vital energy supplies.
In a significant political maneuver, the Congress party withdrew its candidate from the Baramati bye-election just before the nomination deadline. This decision, influenced by appeals from the Pawar family and Mahayuti partners, ensures Sunetra Pawar faces no major opposition. The bypoll was necessitated by the tragic passing of Ajit Pawar.
President Donald Trump issued stern warnings to Iran regarding the Strait of Hormuz, accusing Tehran of hindering oil shipments. He also criticized The Wall Street Journal’s reporting on his Iran policy, asserting his actions have prevented Iran from obtaining nuclear weapons and will soon restore oil flow. These statements follow a recent ceasefire agreement between
