New York’s incoming Mayor Zohran Mamdani faces a monumental task managing the nation’s largest public school system. With a shrinking student body, potential federal clashes over progressive policies, and a persistent literacy crisis, Mamdani’s leadership will be tested. Addressing deep-seated inequalities and navigating political sensitivities will be crucial for his administration’s success.
Campaigning concluded for the Nuapada bypoll, a prestige battle for BJP, BJD, and Congress. Accusations flew between the ruling BJP and BJD over candidate selection and regional neglect. Congress aims for revival, highlighting tribal issues. All necessary arrangements are in place for Tuesday’s voting.
Pakistan’s ‘hybrid govt’ has introduced a draft Constitutional amendment that vests broader, constitutionally protected powers and privileges in the country’s top military leadership, triggering a massive backlash
Indian Grandmaster Karthik Venkataraman triumphed over Bogdan-Daniel Deac in a thrilling FIDE World Cup tiebreaker, advancing to the fourth round. He utilised a bishop advantage to secure victory in 43 moves. This win propels five Indians into the next stage, though Vidit Gujrathi and Narayanan SL were eliminated. Karthik’s impressive run continues.
Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy warned that US air travel could slow to a trickle due to the ongoing government shutdown. Thousands of flights were already cancelled or delayed as air traffic controllers work without pay, leading to capacity cuts at airports.
Huma Qureshi’s political saga ‘Maharani Season 4’ ends with one of the most dramatic cliffhangers of the series yet. Rani Bharti, once the Chief Minister of Bihar, sets her eyes on the ultimate prize which is the post of Prime Minister of India. But just when her moment of triumph seems near, tragedy and betrayal…
Actor Samir Soni had the sweetest words for his wife, Neelam Kothari, as she celebrated her birthday on Sunday. Taking to Instagram, the Baghban actor shared a heartwarming family photo featuring himself, Neelam, and their daughter Ahana, alongside a beautiful note filled with love and admiration.
Afghanistan’s chief selector, Asadullah Khan, has slammed Cricket Australia’s refusal to play bilateral series, deeming it unfair and political. He argued that linking cricket with the Taliban’s restrictions on women’s rights isolates Afghanistan’s merit-based team. Khan expressed gratitude to India and the BCCI for their support, while expressing confidence in Afghanistan’s T20 World Cup chances.
“I date a short guy. He’s shorter than me. But he’s like really hot. And I honestly think that’s why I got him — because I could never get his face on a taller model. If you want a 10 in the face, you have to go for 5′7″.”
