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Former India international Amay Khurasiya has stepped down as Kerala's head coach after a successful two-year tenure, guiding them to their maiden Ranji Trophy final. He is now set to take on a new challenge as the head coach of the Chhattisgarh team, aiming to nurture emerging talent and rebuild their cricketing structure.

NDA retained power in Puducherry, securing 18 seats, largely due to AINRC chief N Rangasamy's charisma and welfare schemes. A fragmented opposition, marred by internal friction and seat-sharing confusion between Congress and DMK, failed to present a united front. Rangasamy is set for a record fifth term as Chief Minister.

In a significant bureaucratic reshuffle, the Bihar government has transferred IAS officer C K Anil, known for his pivotal role in shaping policies during the tenure of former deputy CM Vijay Kumar Sinha. Stepping into Anil's former role is Jai Singh, who will now lead the department as Anil transitions to a consultancy position.

Kalyan-Dombivli's Deputy Commissioner of Solid Waste Management, Ramdas Kokare, has been abruptly transferred, sparking speculation. Known for significantly boosting waste segregation and pushing for scientific processing, Kokare's proactive approach may have clashed with political disagreements over waste management contracts. His departure leaves a crucial post vacant, with no replacement yet named.

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Prasoon Joshi, a renowned lyricist and communications expert, has been appointed as the new chairman of Prasar Bharati, filling a crucial leadership gap. His extensive experience in advertising, cinema, and public communication is expected to bring fresh energy and a creative voice to the public broadcaster as it embraces digital transformation and evolving audience tastes.