Bangladesh braces for a verdict in a case against former PM Sheikh Hasina, facing charges of crimes against humanity. The capital, Dhaka, experienced crude bomb explosions and arson attacks, heightening tensions. Security forces are on high alert ahead of the International Crimes Tribunal’s judgment, with prosecutors seeking the death penalty for Hasina, who denies all allegations.

The first instance of a Home Minister replying in Malayalam adds political resonance as Kerala enters election season.

Lalu Yadav’s family feud deepened a day after Rohini Acharya quit politics, as four of his other daughters were also seen leaving Patna amid the escalating dispute.