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Coverage of the Supreme Court condemning intimidation of judicial officers in West Bengal. AAP leadership changes in Rajya Sabha leadership are discussed. Sharp rise in commercial LPG prices is reported. China and Pakistan unveil a five-point peace plan and Pakistan offers to host US‑Iran talks. U.S.-Iran tensions heat up after a speech by Donald Trump.

Amitabh Sinha, a science writer covering space who explains NASA’s Artemis II lunar flyby and broader return-to-the-moon plans. Parul Kulshrestha, an industry reporter who outlines how tougher safety norms have stalled Rajasthan’s sleeper-bus workshops and threatened livelihoods. They also touch on judicial safety concerns after a violent incident in Malda and the Supreme Court’s stringent response.

A rapid roundup of a key political reshuffle in the Rajya Sabha. A controversial Kashmir killing and calls for investigation are covered. The Supreme Court's rebuke over intimidation of judicial officers is highlighted. International tensions and a US warning about continued strikes are discussed. A milestone Artemis II lunar crew launch is also reported.

Nikhila Henry, Kerala politics reporter with The Indian Express, breaks down shifting alliances, BJP's rise and campaign themes shaping voter choices. Jayprakash S. Naidu, on-the-ground Chhattisgarh reporter, describes BRO road and bridge projects, security challenges and life in remote districts. They also discuss the Lok Sabha move to legalise Amravati as Andhra Pradesh's capital.

A rundown of the LPG price hike for commercial cylinders while domestic rates stay steady. A political apology over controversial historical remarks draws attention. Iran signals readiness for a prolonged conflict and outlines conditions to end fighting. China and Pakistan propose a five-point peace plan while Pakistan offers to host US-Iran talks. A Russian military transport crash in Crimea raises grave concerns.

Vineet Bhalla, legal reporter who explains court takes on Section 69, and Udit Misra, economics reporter who breaks down macro effects of geopolitical shocks. They discuss the OECD outlook and which economies face the biggest hit. They explore judicial pushback on misuse of deceit-based marriage laws. They also examine the Maa Sheetla Temple stampede and crowd-management failures.

A deadly stampede at a crowded Bihar temple and questions about crowd control. Tennis star Leander Paes joining a major political party ahead of state elections. The prime minister opening a Jain museum on Mahavir Jayanti. Reports of strikes on an Iranian ammunition site and shifting U.S. policy signals toward Iran.

Apoorva Vishwanath, legal affairs editor explaining Gujarat’s new Uniform Civil Code and its effects on marriage, inheritance and residency. Bijan Jose, technology reporter on AI and social impacts, describing people treating chatbots as confidants and the mental-health, privacy and communication issues that follow. They also touch on recent tensions in West Asia and geopolitical implications.

Resignation of Bihar CM from the legislative council and the constitutional questions it raises. Possible temporary continuation of the chief minister amid leadership speculation. Arrest of a suspected Lashkar recruiter with alleged cross-border links. A retired brigadier killed in a road rage incident. Reports of Indian casualties in West Asia and shifting diplomatic moves.

Arun Janardhanan, Tamil Nadu political reporter, outlines a fracturing five-way contest, alliance tactics and how new players could reshape votes. Shubhajit Roy, diplomatic affairs editor, explains Pakistan’s emerging mediation between the US and Iran and what it signals for regional diplomacy. They also note a rare conservation win: a Great Indian Bustard chick hatched in Gujarat after a risky transfer.