Rajesh Kumar, a 1988-batch Indian Administrative Service (IAS) officer, succeeded Sujata Saunik, who retired on the same day

Karnataka’s Congress faces internal strife with two factions vying for power. CM Siddaramaiah insists all is well, but whispers of discord persist. As Randeep Singh Surjewala meets MLAs to assess party strength, the looming question remains: who will lead Karnataka? n18oc_indiaWatch

Early risers in Stockholm glimpsed an unusual sight when an elk strayed into the city centre and roamed a street of popular eateries before being put down, police said.