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The Election Commission’s interference in these elections has muddied the waters and precludes any clear analysis of how people voted.

BJP leader Suvendu Adhikari's aide, Chandranath Rath, was shot dead in a meticulously planned ambush near Kolkata airport. Multiple bike-borne shooters, possibly using sophisticated firearms and a vehicle with a fake number plate, intercepted Rath's SUV and fired at close range.

Punjab Kings' strong start is faltering with three consecutive losses, raising concerns about their playoff security. Sloppy fielding and a top-order batting collapse against Sunrisers Hyderabad highlighted recent struggles. While mathematically still in a good position, the team needs to quickly address these issues to avoid entering the playoffs with a losing momentum. Punjab remain in control of qualification mathematically. But unless they quickly clean up the details, they risk entering the playoffs - if they get there - carrying the form of a fading side rather than a genuine contender.

After a decisive electoral defeat in West Bengal, Mamata Banerjee faces her toughest political reset in decades. Can a leader forged in agitation rebuild a weakened organisation, reclaim public trust, and reposition herself against an entrenched Bharatiya Janata Party government?

Former OpenAI CTO Mira Murati testified that Sam Altman created distrust and confusion among senior leaders, describing his actions as "creating chaos" and deceptive. Her testimony came during Elon Musk's lawsuit against OpenAI. Murati also revealed her close contact with Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella during the company's leadership turmoil.

UP Police executed an impressive series of raids in Muzaffarnagar, resulting in the capture of 10 wanted suspects during a remarkable 24-hour period marked by seven encounters. As a result of the confrontations, several assailants suffered injuries and were placed under arrest.

Former India and Mumbai fast bowler Salil Ankola is undergoing treatment for severe depression at a rehab centre near Pune. His wife, Ria Ankola, confirmed he was admitted after struggling to cope with his mother's passing in October 2024. The family is optimistic about his recovery, highlighting his fighter spirit and the support he has received from the cricket fraternity.