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In today’s episode, we look at the ED raids linked to former Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan, the latest Karnataka leadership shuffle developments, and the SC upholding the SIR process, to U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham’s remarks on Pakistan’s mediation role, and more.

A woman in Valsad has been booked for allegedly poisoning and strangling her three children before attempting suicide. Police investigations revealed the crime followed a domestic dispute over the wife's suspected extramarital affair. The woman is currently hospitalized and undergoing treatment.

Fifteen-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi delivered a sensational 97 off 29 balls in an IPL playoff, narrowly missing a historic century. Despite shattering records for most sixes (65) and runs by an uncapped batter (680), the young prodigy's visible heartbreak after falling short resonated deeply, highlighting the immense pressure and passion of the game.

An Associated Press investigation reveals a surge in detainee suicides within ICE custody since January 2025, with at least 10 men dying by self-harm. Experts cite systemic failures in mental health care, delayed screenings, and isolation contributing to these preventable deaths.

Former U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi is battling thyroid cancer, undergoing surgery and recovering well. The 60-year-old's diagnosis came shortly after her departure from the Justice Department. This report delves into the specifics of thyroid cancer, including its risk factors, common types like papillary and follicular, and treatment options, highlighting generally optimistic prognoses for most forms.

Every crisis reminds us that markets can swing like a pendulum between greed and fear. Fixed income offers comfort in those phases and does its job as a stabiliser.

A man from Congo and three contacts have been isolated in Ahmedabad for Ebola testing. This follows intensified screening of passengers from affected African nations at the airport. While India has no reported cases, Gujarat has prepared isolation beds as a precaution.

Moody's Ratings has identified Indian banks as highly exposed to Middle East crisis risks due to the nation's significant energy import dependence. Sustained high oil prices could pressure inflation, interest rates, and borrower cash flows, impacting loan quality. Despite these challenges, Indian banks possess adequate capital and provisioning buffers to absorb potential credit losses.

Fifteen-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi etched his name in IPL history, matching Suresh Raina's 16-ball playoff fifty record. The Rajasthan Royals opener's explosive 60-plus in the powerplay against Sunrisers Hyderabad also placed him alongside Gilchrist for early dominance. Sooryavanshi's consistent powerplay brilliance and rapid-fire fifties continue to make him IPL 2026's standout sensation.

Fifteen-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi has etched his name in IPL history, smashing Chris Gayle's 14-year-old record for most sixes in a season during the Eliminator. He also became the youngest to score 600 runs and the first to achieve this volume with a strike rate over 200. This season is truly one for the ages.

Two months into office, Nepal's Prime Minister Balendra Shah faces scrutiny as his ambitious reform agenda lags, with key promises marked "overdue." His administration grapples with cabinet instability, legal challenges over decisions, and criticism of his governing style, including bypassing institutions and controversial enforcement actions.

A Punjab and Haryana High Court ruling clarifies that a single meeting with a former partner doesn't prove adultery. The court upheld a divorce granted on cruelty grounds, finding a wife's unsubstantiated allegations against her husband and his family constituted mental cruelty, despite rejecting the adultery claim.

Ukraine is revolutionizing drone warfare, producing millions of advanced aerial, naval, and ground systems. Innovations include AI-guided interceptors, jet-powered strike drones for deep penetration, and naval kamikaze vessels. The widespread adoption of parachute recovery systems signifies a strategic shift towards reusable, cost-effective drone operations on the modern battlefield.

Detroit Red Wings prospect Sebastian Cossa’s NHL status is up in the air after a checkered season. Buffalo Sabres forward Alex Tuch is still mulling his long-term future before hitting free agency. Both situations are becoming major NHL offseason storylines as roster planning, contract negotiations and player development continue to be key priorities heading into the upcoming NHL season.