Ishari K. Ganeshan

Israel is moving towards elections faster than expected, Netanyahu's coalition is cracking, and polls suggest his bloc is short of a governing majority. Does that mean the end of the road for Israel's longest-serving prime minister?

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio expressed the United States' desire to expand energy ties with India, highlighting historic US production and export levels. Ahead of his visit, Rubio emphasized India's role as a "great partner" and discussed potential opportunities, including Venezuelan oil, to address energy price concerns.

MS Dhoni's participation in IPL 2027 is uncertain. Chennai Super Kings captain Ruturaj Gaikwad stated that even the team is unaware of Dhoni's return next season. Dhoni missed IPL 2026 due to injury. CSK's campaign ended with a loss to Gujarat Titans. The team faced challenges with injuries and a young squad.

NTA chief Abhishek Singh told a parliamentary panel the NEET-UG 2026 paper wasn't leaked via their system, with the CBI investigating. Officials presented reforms, noting 70% of Radhakrishnan Committee recommendations are implemented. The agency faces a 25% staff shortage and is considering computer-based testing for future exams.

The death of 33-year-old former model and actor has triggered a legal battle, with her family alleging dowry harassment and evidence tampering, while her in-laws countered with personal claims against her

Google co-founder Sergey Brin is injecting significant funds into San Francisco's local politics, backing a business-friendly tax proposal while opposing a controversial "Overpaid CEO Tax." This move, following his relocation from Silicon Valley, reflects Brin's broader campaign against wealth redistribution measures, which he links to his personal experience fleeing socialism.