Vishal Mamde

Tamil Nadu's political landscape is in flux as Vijay's TVK emerged as the largest party but fell short of a majority. Governor Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar has sought proof of support, sparking criticism from TVK allies who demand a floor test. Meanwhile, DMK and AIADMK are reportedly exploring an alliance to counter TVK's surge.

India's Operation Sindoor, though its kinetic phase has ended, continues to exert pressure on Pakistan. Following successful strikes on terror infrastructure and air defenses, India remains vigilant, ready to retaliate against any future provocations. Beyond military action, diplomatic and economic measures are actively impacting Islamabad, ensuring Pakistan remains militarily unbalanced and countering its narrative.

The BJP, either on its own or in alliance, is in power in around 22 states, covering roughly 78% of India’s population. According to psephologist Sanjay Kumar, these figures reflect the party’s firm establishment of dominance in national politics

Rat poison, specifically zinc phosphide, has been identified as the cause of death for four members of the Dokadia family in Mumbai. Forensic tests confirmed the poison was inside the watermelon they consumed. Police are now investigating whether the incident was accidental, suicidal, or homicidal, examining all possibilities.

Indian selectors are set to remove Suryakumar Yadav as India's T20I captain when the squads for the Ireland and England series are picked. Due to his batting struggles, the selectors have run out of patience with the 35-year-old. Shreyas Iyer is a strong contender to take over the leadership role as the team looks for a fresh start ahead of a packed T20I calendar.

Desi consumption will hold ground, because non-rich still want to spend.

Google's DeepMind employees are demanding union recognition amid concerns over their AI technology's use by the US and Israeli militaries. Workers seek a commitment against developing AI weapons and surveillance tools, urging management to voluntarily recognize their unions or face legal action. The move highlights growing anxieties about AI's ethical implications and its potential for harm.

An assistant jail superintendent and a former life convict, who met while he was serving his sentence at Satna Central Jail, have married. Their love story, which began with official interactions, culminated in a Hindu wedding ceremony in Chhatarpur district, becoming a local sensation.