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Quick headlines covering enforcement of the Model Code of Conduct in West Bengal and controversies over civil service transfers. A survey of Chhattisgarh's internally displaced people and RSS reorganization in Madhya Pradesh. Reports on Iran considering transit fees for Hormuz and threats to Gulf oil and gas facilities. A political claim about an unexpected strike is also highlighted.

Amaal Sheikh, law reporter who investigates legal patterns, discusses an investigation into bail orders in dowry death cases. Devansh Mittal, technology reporter covering AI infrastructure, explores the rise of AI data centres in India and their impacts. They also touch on a proposal to ban non-Hindus from several temples. Multiple short, focused conversations on legal patterns, infrastructure and social policy.

Headlines include a Supreme Court life term in a dowry killing and a high-profile FIR challenge over alleged police inaction. Political fallout from two Assam Congress leaders switching sides is explored. Tense regional conflict is covered with reports of strikes on Iranian intelligence figures, missile attacks toward Tel Aviv, and the Kremlin's sharp condemnation.

Liz Mathew, Deputy Editor covering the BJP, explains political fallout in Bihar after Nitish Kumar's move to the Rajya Sabha. Shashank Bhargava, reporter/producer, adds on-the-ground context about the surprising transition and succession puzzles. Vineet Bhalla, legal journalist, outlines a Supreme Court petition spotlighting a disability law gap affecting acid ingestion survivors. The conversation also covers the death of an Indian student in Canada.

A rundown of a judge’s bail pattern in dowry death cases and the legal controversy it sparks. Coverage of Sonam Wangchuk’s conciliatory comments on Ladakh and regional reactions. A briefing on Meta’s report about AI-enabled scams targeting India. Reports on the killing of an Indian student in Canada and recent escalations and strikes involving Iran and the US.

Anonna Dutt, science and technology reporter at The Indian Express, breaks down India’s NAVIC navigation system and its recurring technical troubles. She explains atomic clock failures, a problematic satellite launch, and upgrades like indigenous clocks and L1 band. Short, clear takes on how NAVIC compares with global systems and what that means for users.

A rundown of diplomatic talks over safe transit for India-bound tankers through the Strait of Hormuz. Reports on election commission reshuffling and the two-phase West Bengal poll schedule. Coverage of concerns about food security data and a Kerala politician switching parties. Updates on strikes near Chabahar and broader Iran-related tensions.

Amrita Nayak Dutta, Defence reporter who covers India-China border moves, and Sukalp Sharma, energy journalist explaining LPG and policy risks. They discuss LPG supply risks from Strait of Hormuz tensions and government measures to protect households. They explore China’s construction of Xiaokang villages near the LAC and India’s Vibrant Villages response. They also touch on the upcoming five-state poll schedule.

Coverage of a UN Security Council resolution and international abstentions over Iran's attacks. Discussion of a large government funding boost for the Jaljeevan Mission and digital mapping plans. Reports on LPG shortages, supply risks via the Strait of Hormuz, and a historic IEA oil release to calm markets. Notes on Iran's leadership calling for unity and pressure on foreign bases.

Anonna Dutt, a legal reporter who breaks down Supreme Court rulings, explains the landmark passive euthanasia order and the living will process. Heena Khandelwal, a food writer, describes restaurants shifting menus and cooking methods amid an LPG crunch. Kiran Parashar, a Karnataka reporter, reports on local disruptions from cylinder shortages and wider economic ripple effects.