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This news bulletin focuses on the counting of votes for the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) and 29 other municipal corporations across Maharashtra. The unidentified speaker notes that these elections are being held after an eight-year gap, with the last polls occurring in 2017. The programme highlights the shifting political landscape, where traditional alliances have been reformed and new arithmetic has emerged. A key point of discussion is whether the 'Marathi Asmita' plank used by the Thackeray brothers can withstand the challenge from the Mahayati alliance. The speaker mentions, 'today we will know what the weight of Matushree really is,' referring to the long-standing influence of the Thackeray family over the BMC. Reporters provide updates from Pune and Mumbai, noting that while exit polls suggest a strong performance by the BJP, the final results will determine if a 'three-engine government' will take charge of Mumbai's civic body. The bulletin also touches upon the low voter turnout and the 69 uncontested wins already secured by Mahayati candidates.

On this Special Report, the focus is on the high-stakes 2026 Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) election results. As counting begins for the ₹74,000 crore civic body, the 'Unidentified speaker' notes that 'it is D-Day for Mumbai' as the city decides its fate after being governed by administrators for years. The bulletin highlights that exit polls predict a 'saffron sweep' for the Mahayuti alliance, potentially marking a tectonic shift in Mumbai's political landscape. The programme explores the prestige battle between the BJP and the Thackeray family, questioning the relevance of 'Brand Thackeray' in the face of changing demographics. With 29 other municipalities also being decided, the focus remains on whether the BJP can emerge as the single largest party and how the 85 direct fights between MNS, UBT Shiv Sena, and Eknath Shinde's faction will unfold.

In this news report, an unidentified speaker raises serious questions regarding the investigation into the death of Assamese singer Zubin Garg. The speaker highlights a perceived conflict between the findings of the Singapore coroner’s court and the Special Investigation Team (SIT) formed by the Assam government. According to the transcript, the unidentified speaker asks, 'Who should we trust?' while pointing out that the Singapore coroner identified 15 people present during the incident at Lazarus Island, whereas the Assam SIT chargesheet allegedly excludes several individuals. The report notes that Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has declined to comment on the ongoing legal proceedings in Singapore, maintaining that the investigations in both jurisdictions are separate legal processes. Meanwhile, the singer's wife, Garima Saikya, has broken her silence, asserting that the family will continue their pursuit of truth across all jurisdictions until justice is delivered. The speaker further questions if the SIT is protecting influential individuals due to personal connections with the state leadership.

On this Special Report, the focus is on the unprecedented diplomatic development involving Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado and US President Donald Trump. Machado, the 2025 Nobel Peace Prize laureate, has reportedly left her medal at the White House as a gesture of alliance. During the meeting, she stated, 'Trump supporters can count on me,' drawing a historical parallel to General Lafayette gifting a George Washington medal to Simon Bolivar. The programme features journalist Rosalie Hernandez, who provides insights from Caracas on the domestic reaction to this move. While Machado views the gesture as a sign of brotherhood in the fight against tyranny, the Nobel Committee has clarified that the award is non-transferable. The discussion explores whether this was a strategic move to secure Machado's role in Venezuela's future governance following 'Operation Absolute Resolve' and the capture of Nicolás Maduro. The report highlights the mixed reactions within Venezuela regarding the symbolic transfer of the prestigious award.