At least 3 deaths reported as anti-Waqf protests turn violent in West Bengal
At least three people have been killed in West Bengal’s Murshidabad district as protests against the Centre’s Waqf (Amendment) Act spiraled into violence over the weekend, prompting chief minister Mamata Banerjee to declare that the law will not be implemented in the state. While the Centre has defended the legislation as a historic reform, critics claim it enables state overreach into Muslim endowments and threatens the secular fabric of the Constitution. Read full story
Nainar Nagenthiran takes over as president of BJP’s Tamil Nadu unit succeeding K Annamalai
Nainar Nagenthiran has taken over as the president of the BJP’s Tamil Nadu unit. Nagenthiran, who is 13th president of the Tamil Nadu BJP and succeeds K Annamalai, said he was proud to be the state head of a “very big party with 1000 and above MLAs and 300 and above MPs.” This comes a day after the saffron party announced its alliance with AIADMK ahead of the 2026 assembly elections in the presence of Union home minister Amit Shah. Read full story
ED begins proceedings to seize assets worth Rs 700 crore tied to Congress in National Herald case
The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has initiated proceedings to seize assets worth over Rs 700 crore belonging to Associated Journals Limited (AJL), a company linked to Congress leaders Sonia Gandhi and Rahul Gandhi, in connection with the National Herald case. The properties include prime locations in Delhi, Mumbai, and Lucknow, notably the Herald House in Delhi. Read full story
Iran begins talks with US in Oman over nuclear programme
Indirect talks between Iran and the United States have commenced in Oman, mediated by Omani officials, with focus on Iran’s nuclear prgrammes and sanctions relief. Iran’s foreign ministry confirmed the discussions were being held between its foreign minister Abbas Araghchi and US special envoy to Middle East, Steve Witkoff, who are leading the delegations of their respective countries. Read full story
Chennai Super Kings shares emotional message with fans after fifth straight defeat
CSK haev reached out to their ever-loyal fanbase with a heartfelt message on social media, reaffirming their gratitude. The franchise shared an emotional quote from batting coach and former Australian star Michael Hussey, alongside the caption: “Of the fans, by the fans, for the fans!” Hussey said, “Our fans have been absolutely phenomenal ever since Day One. We hope they continue to keep turning out and supporting us.” Read full story