Claire Bronson

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin has formed a high-level committee, led by retired Justice Kurian Joseph, to address concerns about state autonomy and federalism. The committee will recommend measures to protect states' rights and improve Centre-state relations, with reports expected in the coming years.

India's IPL cricket frenzy is fuelling massive gambling, straining banks' IT systems, particularly due to the surge in real-time transactions via the UPI interface. Why this is an elephant in the room that needs to be tackled

A special court has instructed Lokayukta police to proceed with their investigation into the Mysore Urban Development Authority (Muda) alternative site allotment scam, following protest petitions. The court has asked the police to submit a conclusive final report by May 7, 2025. This order comes after a preliminary report had cleared CM Siddaramaiah and others.

Dan Caldwell, a senior adviser to US defense secretary Pete Hegseth, has been placed on administrative leave following an investigation into leaks at the Department of Defense. Caldwell was identified as the source of an "unauthorized disclosure" involving sensitive communications and national security information. The investigation is ongoing, separate from recent firings within the department since Hegseth assumed leadership.

Punjab Kings pulled off a stunning victory against Kolkata Knight Riders in Mullanpur, defending a low score of 111. KKR's chase faltered dramatically thanks to Yuzvendra Chahal's game-changing spell of 4 for 28. Despite an early partnership by PBKS openers, KKR bowlers Harshit Rana, Varun Chakravarthy, and Sunil Narine restricted them.

Belgian police arrested the fugitive diamantaire on April 12. But Choksi’s lawyers may appeal against his extradition on health grounds. They may also seek to cash in on a recent UK High Court order citing poor conditions in Indian prisons

Salesforce CEO Marc Benioff credits his 1996-97 India trip to meet Guru Mata Amritanandamayi in Kerala as the genesis of Salesforce. During the visit, while explaining his vision, Mata Amritanandamayi emphasized the importance of giving back. This profoundly influenced Benioff, shaping Salesforce's philanthropic ethos and his personal belief in being kind to others.

India is expected to receive above-normal southwest monsoon rainfall this year, according to the IMD's forecast. This is crucial for agriculture, boosting Kharif crops and the rural economy. While some regions may experience below-normal rainfall, most of the country, including the monsoon core zone, is likely to receive ample precipitation, potentially exceeding 91 cm.

A court in Budgam, J&K, has ordered Hizbul Mujahideen chief Syed Salahuddin to appear within a month regarding a 2002 murder and arms case. Failing to comply, proceedings will commence to declare him a proclaimed offender. The court noted that Salahuddin is reportedly residing in Pakistan-Occupied Kashmir, making his arrest impossible, and ordered public notification of the proclamation.