From ‘party society’ to ‘bahubali’ society — how Bengal changed, yet remained same from left to TMC rule
Under the left Front, there was seemingly more party control, less money politics. Situation is reversed now with TMC strongmen running businesses in villages & syndicates in cities. Key Points
ThePrintTenacious fighter, gritty — how ‘captain’ Minakshi Mukherjee is emerging as Left’s hope in Bengal
Minakshi Mukherjee gained limelight in 2021 when CPI(M) fielded her from Nandigram against BJP’s Suvendu Adhikari & CM Mamata Banerjee. She is now at forefront of left revival efforts. Key Points
ThePrintPakistan: Over 8 lakh jobseekers left the country in 2022
Over 800,000 Pakistani nationals left the country in 2022 for job opportunities abroad, with 17,976 being highly qualified. The number of highly qualified individuals leaving was lowest in 2020 due to travel restrictions. Key Points
mintMindful movements: Teaching children emotional regulation through yoga practices
Discover the transformative power of yoga in teaching children emotional regulation. Explore effective techniques and empower their emotional well-being. | Health Key Points
Hindustan Times‘Pan-India parties must work with regional parties… In Karnataka, Congress should have had some poll understanding… with Left, other secular parties’: D Raja
As his party loses national status, CPI general secretary on the way forward: "We have to take up long-term as well as short-term ideological, political issues, address questions of class, caste and patriarchy, focus on issues of livelihood... build a broad platform" Key Points
The Indian Express
Shefali Shah: 'A person once told me 'You look so good on TV but', was just amused at this ridiculous lack of decency'-Entertainment News , Firstpost
The actress then shared the one comment that left her amused. 'The most epic one was years ago when one person said “T.V pe toh achi lagti hai”. I wasn’t angry I was just amused at this ridiculous lack of decency.' Key Points
FirstpostGTA V Xbox Series X|S cheats codes: Unlock endless possibilities with full list
Cheat codes are an integral part of any GTA game, and GTA V is one of the last remaining games that offers cheat codes that give players cool advantages such as invincibility, super jump, and vehicle spawns. Even new gamers continue to explore the game due to its cult status. Key Points
mintNCST chairman Chouhan resigns eight months before end of term
Harsh Chouhan, chairman of the National Commission for Scheduled Tribes (NCST), has resigned from his position with eight months remaining in his term. This has resulted in the tribal rights body being left with only one member. Chouhan's resignation comes after a disagreement with the environment ministry over the Forest Conservation Rules 2022, which he believed violated the Forest Rights Act. Key Points
Economic TimesDangers of derma fillers: Woman's nose ‘melts off’ after filler injection
A 52-year-old woman shared the horror of derma fillers as her nose ‘melted off’ after getting a filler injection. Read more below. Key Points
Hindustan TimesAahana Kumra rues people getting hired for being Instagram influencers
Actor Aahana S Kumra criticizes the trend of hiring people in the entertainment industry based on their social media following instead of acting merit. She says the trend has left many actors confused about their future and has pushed her to become a writer. | Bollywood Key Points
Hindustan Times
War against drugs: Elderly parents lose son, struggle to raise grandson in Punjab
Punjab is witness to a growing number drug overdose deaths in recent months with victims, from youngsters to police personnel, falling prey to easy availability of adulterated chitta (heroin). Hindustan Times brings out stories of families, comprising elderly parents, hapless widows and clueless children, in the hinterland left to fend for themselves as sole breadwinners lose everything to drug abuse. Key Points
Hindustan TimesReal Madrid 1-1 Manchester City: Champions League semi-final, first leg – live reaction
Minute-by-minute report: Vinicius Junior and Kevin De Bruyne traded heatseekers as the spoils were shared at the Bernabéu. Scott Murray was watching. Key Points
the GuardianFulham beat Tottenham, Salford stun Leeds: Carabao Cup second round – as it happened
Fulham gave Ange Postecoglou his first setback as Spurs boss, Salford shocked Leeds, and Crystal Palace completed a spectacular comeback on a night of League Cup drama. Scott Murray was following the scores. Key Points
the GuardianManipur violence: No home to return to, say survivors
The clash between the Meiteis and Kukis in Manipur has claimed 60 lives so far. It left thousands displaced, homes razed to the ground and places of worship destroyed. Key Points
Economic TimesMorocco 1-0 Colombia: Women’s World Cup 2023 – as it happened
Minute-by-minute report: Morocco bettered Germany’s result to knock the two-time champions out in arguably the biggest shock in Women’s World Cup history. Scott Murray was watching. Key Points
the Guardian
Congress-Left allies in different states but will oppose each other in Kerala: Jairam Ramesh
The Congress clarified its electoral stance in Kerala after the CPI nominated Annie Raja, wife of CPI general secretary D Raja, to contest from the Wayanad constituency, currently held by Rahul Gandhi. Congress general secretary Jairam Ramesh emphasized that while the left and Congress are allies in some states, they remain electoral opponents in Kerala. Key Points
Economic TimesOhio mother goes for vacation leaving baby at home, child dies
A 16-month-old child died in Ohio after her mother allegedly left her alone in her house and went on a vacation. The accused woman is now facing the possibility of a life sentence. Key Points
India TodayTripura election result 2023: List of leading, trailing candidates
Tripura election winner list 2023: All eyes will be on the performance of the ruling BJP, following its 2018 victory when it ended the 25 year-long rule of the Left. Meanwhile, this time, Congress and the left have joined hands to challenge the BJP. | Latest News India Key Points
Hindustan TimesThe Tripura paradox: After high poll turnouts, the spectre of post-poll violence
In the Northeastern state, the democratic spirit almost dissipates overnight after elections. Over the decades, political patronage networks incentivised violence against rivals and the problems were compounded by a demographic shift caused by the entry of displaced Bengalis from present-day Bangladesh. Key Points
The Indian ExpressSheikh Hasina resigns, leaves Bangladesh, army chief says interim government soon
Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina resigned and left the country on Monday, the country's army chief said. An interim goverment will soon be formed with the army's support, he added. Key Points
India Today
Rishi Sunak plans bill to exonerate post office scandal victims
Ministers are trying to draw a line under a long-running saga that left thousands of people out of pocket, with many wrongfully imprisoned, and which even led to the suicides of some victims. The scandal was triggered by faults in a Fujitsu computer system called Horizon that was used by UK post offices and inaccurately reported shortfalls in their accounts, resulting in private prosecutions of innocent branch managers for theft. Key Points
Economic Times