As the campaign sharpens, the familiar charge of “bohiragoto” has returned to the centre of the political stage, with the All India Trinamool Congress (TMC) reviving a narrative that helped it decisively blunt the rise of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) five years ago. The immediate trigger this time, as seen in the reaction to
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Indian markets concluded the week on a positive note, with the combined market value of the top ten companies surging by over Rs 1.87 lakh crore. Bharti Airtel emerged as the leading gainer, adding Rs 58,831 crore to its valuation. This uptrend was supported by easing geopolitical tensions and a positive risk sentiment.
West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee hit back at PM Modi’s criticism regarding the Women’s Reservation Bill, accusing him of misleading the nation. She defended her party, TMC, stating its consistent support for women’s representation. Banerjee clarified her opposition is to the delimitation exercise, which she believes is a political ploy, and questioned the bill’s delayed
Iran’s Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei’s burial remains uncertain over a month after his death, with officials citing security concerns and an “unprecedented turnout” expectation. A joint US-Israeli airstrike on February 28 escalated into broader conflict, delaying the planned state funeral. Concerns include potential Israeli strikes and nationalist counter-rallies, with Mashhad being considered as a burial
Zimbabwean pacer Blessing Muzarabani faces a two-year PSL ban for withdrawing from a deal, but his agency vehemently denies any wrongdoing. They assert no formal contract was signed, making the ban unjustified. While the league cites a breach of commitment, the agency calls the penalty excessive and urges its withdrawal, highlighting an administrative error amidst
A staged Oval Office McDonald’s delivery to celebrate a tax policy has drawn criticism, with President Trump himself calling the event “tacky.” The DoorDash driver, Sharon Simmons, who previously advocated for the policy, was highlighted for alleged savings. DoorDash clarified it was a planned event, not a genuine delivery, defending Simmons’ participation.
