Rashtriya Janata Dal patriarch Lalu Yadav may have expelled his elder son Tej Pratap from the family and the party, but his wife Rabri Devi is still torn between Tej and the younger Tejashwi Yadav, who is set to carry forward his father’s legacy.

Mumbai BJP’s new president, Ameet Satam, pledged to safeguard the city’s identity ahead of BMC polls, prioritizing infrastructure, housing, and safety. He vowed to install a BJP mayor, citing concerns over communal division and alleged BMC corruption. Satam highlighted past development projects and promised transparency in civic governance.

The Karnataka High Court has refused to lift the stay on the state government’s order mandating prior permission for private groups to hold public gatherings.