Stanley Weber

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?

India’s macro exposure to the Middle East continues to be transmitted primarily through energy and critical input prices, reflecting structurally high dependence on imported crude and natural gas.

Sunrisers Hyderabad defeated Punjab Kings by 33 runs to move to the top of the IPL table after posting 235/4. Heinrich Klaasen and Ishan Kishan starred with the bat, while Punjab’s poor fielding and dropped catches proved costly. Cooper Connolly’s unbeaten century was not enough as PBKS slumped to their third straight loss and ninth consecutive defeat in Hyderabad.

Gaurav Gogoi's defeat in Assam's 2026 assembly elections, despite being the Congress's chief ministerial face and a legacy leader, underscores the party's shrinking footprint. The BJP secured a massive victory, winning 102 seats, while Congress managed only 19. This outcome highlights a deeper political churn, impacting legacy, identity, and strategy.

Political analyst Suvrokamal Dutta explains why Bengal’s verdict was both a rejection of the TMC and an endorsement of the BJP, and what it could mean for Mamata Banerjee’s party and the wider opposition alliance

Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang declared America a priority for advanced chip sales, stating China should not have access to the "latest and greatest" AI technology. However, he urged the US not to abandon the Chinese market entirely, arguing that global sales and increased tax revenues strengthen American economic and national security.

Cricketing circles mourn the loss of Amanpreet Singh Gill, a former Punjab fast bowler and Kings XI Punjab player. He passed away at 36. Yuvraj Singh remembered him as a quiet, hardworking cricketer. Gill also served on Punjab's senior selection committee. His contributions to the game and his presence are deeply missed. The cause of death remains undisclosed.