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Eminent political scientist J Prabhash explains why the Congress-led alliance won so comprehensively in Kerala and why it will need to demonstrate efficiency in governance very quickly

Rajya Sabha member Raghav Chadha accused the AAP-led Punjab government of using state machinery for political vendetta against MPs who joined the BJP. He alleged selective targeting through various agencies, presenting these concerns to the President. Another rebel MP, Sandeep Pathak, stated they sought constitutional safeguards from the President, who assured protection.

KL Rahul is enjoying a stellar IPL 2026 season, leading Delhi Capitals in runs with 433 in 9 matches. He reflects on overcoming the 'Test specialist' tag to become an all-format player, emphasizing his pride in adapting to T20 demands, particularly maximising the Powerplay for his team.

Bengal has witnessed a seismic political shift as the BJP surged to power, unseating Mamata Banerjee's Trinamool Congress after 15 years. The saffron party secured a decisive victory, breaching the majority mark and fulfilling Amit Shah's ambitious target. This marks a significant change in the state's political landscape, ending decades of Left and TMC dominance.

And how it became the state that delivered one of the biggest political reversals of the Modi era

AI titans Sam Altman and Elon Musk, usually rivals, share a surprising agreement on procreation. Altman, a new father, amplified a call for people to have more children, echoing Musk's long-held concerns about declining birth rates. Both tech leaders champion larger families, a stance that unites them despite their differing views on AI's future.

Claire Mazumdar, 37 years of age, currently heads Bicara Therapeutics as its founder and CEO. The firm, which was incubated by Biocon and later listed on NASDAQ, went public in 2024 and now has a market valuation of over $1.6 billion.