Times of India

PDP chief Mehbooba Mufti conceded a bruising defeat in J&K's recent assembly elections, securing only three seats. She pledged not to contest until J&K's statehood is restored following the abrogation of Article 370. Her daughter, Iltija Mufti, was nominated but lost. Mehbooba's political journey continues amid ongoing challenges and demands for statehood restoration.

In Jammu and Kashmir's first election in a decade, the National Conference (NC)-Congress alliance is poised to form the government, driven by Omar Abdullah's wins. The BJP saw gains, finishing second, while PDP faced a significant setback. The NC-Congress combination achieves a majority amidst a complex voting landscape, hinting at substantial political shifts in the region.

BJP secures 29 seats in Jammu region in the J&K assembly elections, with nearly 26% vote share but fails to form a government. Significant winners include Shagun Parihar and Shakti Raj Parihar, amidst challenges from Pakistan-backed terrorism and violence affecting various constituencies.

Mohamad Yousuf Tarigami of CPI(M) wins his fifth consecutive term in Kulgam constituency, defeating Jamaat-e-Islami candidate Sayar Reshi. Tarigami received 33,390 votes while Reshi got 25,639 votes. Tarigami, who is supported by various parties except BJP, has held this seat since 1996. National Conference did not field a candidate this time.

In response to complaints about inadequate respect from officials, the UP parliamentary affairs department directed senior bureaucrats to offer MLAs chairs equal to theirs. This mandate includes providing a similar chair or sofa and instructs officials to save MLAs' phone numbers and ensure timely communication.

In West Delhi's Vikaspuri, a Syrian refugee and his infant son face acid attacks from locals opposed to their presence. The family sought refuge outside UNHCR after losing their livelihood. Rafat and his son are treated for severe burns. An NGO is aiding the family legally, seeking justice and accountability.

A new book by Bob Woodward reveals that President Joe Biden privately calls Donald Trump and other world leaders derogatory names, with Trump labeled as "that f**king a**hole." Additionally, Biden criticizes Obama’s handling of the Crimea crisis and uses profanity in private meetings. Kamala Harris was once concerned about Biden's isolation, the book revealed.

The New York Jets owner Woody Johnson has dismissed head coach Robert Saleh, with reports indicating that he was escorted out by security personnel. This sudden decision has raised questions about the stability of the team's coaching staff and management. Saleh’s tenure, which started in 2021, aimed at rebuilding the struggling franchise.

Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu announced that Israeli forces have successfully targeted and eliminated potential successors to the deceased Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah. Defence minister Yoav Gallant also indicated that Hashem Safieddine, a likely successor, had likely been 'eliminated'. Safieddine, like Nasrallah, is a cleric and has served as the head of Hezbollah's executive council and its military operations body, the Jihad Council.

After President Droupadi Murmu sent messages to Chinese President Xi Jinping on the 75th Anniversary of China, Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Mao Ning emphasised the country's willingness to strengthen communication and mutual trust with India, aiming to promote a stable development of the China-India relationship.

A 45-year-old woman, Urmila Tabiyar, was fatally shot by her relative, Rajesh Tabiyar, near Bhiloda in Gujarat. For months, Rajesh and his wife Kamla branded Urmila a witch and harassed her. Urmila had filed a harassment complaint. Her husband Dilip received the tragic news while he was in Ahmedabad.

Former WWE employee Janel Grant has sued WWE, Vince McMahon, and John Laurinaitis for sexual battery, harassment, and human trafficking. Grant alleges McMahon coerced her into a sexual relationship and directed her to engage with others. Her lawyer demands WWE release NDAs to let victims speak, claiming NDAs silence survivors and protect abusers. McMahon denies the allegations.

BJP President JP Nadda lauded PM Modi for party's success in the Haryana Assembly elections, attributing victories to public trust in Modi's leadership. Nadda criticizes Congress and AAP for misinformation and corruption. He underscores BJP's ambition to win upcoming elections in Maharashtra, Jharkhand, and Delhi, urging party members to maintain unity and dedication.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed BJP workers at the party's headquarters after a significant victory in the Haryana assembly elections. The BJP will form the state government for the third time after winning 48 of the 90 seats. Modi emphasized that the victory represents progress and good governance, receiving support from all sections of society.

Pakistan's PM Shehbaz Sharif vows not to allow the PTI party to disrupt the upcoming SCO Head of States' Summit. Sharif denounces PTI for causing chaos and failing to fulfill its election pledges, and highlights the stringent security measures for the event and the Chinese Premier's visit.

Rhea Ripley missed winning the Women's World Championship due to Raquel Rodriguez's interference at Bad Blood. Ripley might seek revenge on Raquel, attempt another shot at the title against Liv Morgan, or team up with Damian Priest, her 'Terror Twins' partner, to confront Raquel's new alliance involving Dominik and Morgan.

Donald Trump's recent remarks, claiming that illegal immigrants have 'bad genes' and targeting Kamala Harris, sparked widespread outrage. Critics labeled his comments as eugenics and racist, reminiscent of Nazi ideologies. Trump's inflammatory language and sexist attacks on Harris have drawn condemnation, with many calling his rhetoric dangerous and hateful.

Early trends in Haryana showed Congress leading and prompted celebrations with jalebis. However, BJP defied exit poll predictions, reversing the trend and ultimately securing a third term in power. This led BJP to send jalebis to Rahul Gandhi, mocking Congress’s initial optimism. Now that the BJP has stormed back to power for the unprecedented third time in the state, the Jalebi has taken centre stage in Haryana's political parley so much so that the party has ordered the sweet for Congress leader Rahul Gandhi.