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Prime Minister Narendra Modi asserted that a political change in West Bengal is imminent, with citizens demanding it. Addressing a rally in Asansol, he accused the ruling Trinamool Congress of fostering a ‘syndicate raj’ controlling the coal and sand sectors, vowing a BJP government would restore industrial strength and end mafia rule.

As Kerala votes today, several constituencies are battlegrounds for shifting political equations and leadership tests. The traditional UDF-LDF fight intensifies with the BJP’s push, creating triangular contests in key seats like Nemom and Palakkad. Rebellions and prestige battles in Ambalapuzha and Peravoor, alongside legacy fights in Pala, will significantly shape the final outcome.

India has bolstered seafarer safety and trade continuity amidst Middle East tensions. New directives advise seafarers in Iranian waters to stay indoors and coordinate movements. Simultaneously, measures are in place to ensure smooth maritime trade, including transparent freight charges and improved grievance redressal.

The Centre has told the Supreme Court that the Sabarimala temple’s ban on women of menstruating age should be upheld, arguing the 2018 verdict was flawed. Solicitor General Tushar Mehta contended that religious practices aren’t solely about gender and cited diverse traditions. The court is examining how equality principles intersect with religious freedom.