In this special report, Vikassheel Insaan Party (VIP) President Mukesh Sahni analyses the Mahagathbandhan's defeat in the 2025 Bihar assembly elections. Sahni discusses the performance of his party, addresses the 'Jungle Raj' narrative associated with RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav, and affirms his commitment to the alliance under the leadership of Rahul Gandhi. He alleges that the ruling NDA influenced voters with cash payouts, stating, 'The government has been elected on the basis of 10,000 rupees.' Sahni also critiques the incumbent government's record on youth employment and migration while claiming his party successfully transferred its vote share to the alliance. The interview concludes with his refusal to comment on the internal family matters of Tejashwi Yadav, involving his sister Rohini Acharya.
English singer-songwriter Louis Tomlinson speaks to India Today’s Bhavna Agarwal about his musical evolution and his latest album How Did I Get Here?. Reflecting on his journey from One Direction to a confident solo artist, Tomlinson discusses the emotional depth of his new tracks, including 'Sunflowers' and 'Sanity'.
In an exclusive interaction with India Today’s Bhavna Agarwal, the cast of the Netflix hit series Bridgerton, including Luke Thompson, Yerin Ha, Golda Rosheuvel, and Adjoa Andoh, discuss the evolution of love and friendship in the upcoming season 4.
In this news report, the Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) has officially staked its claim to the cabinet portfolios previously held by Ajit Pawar. Senior leaders including Praful Patel, Sunil Tatkare, and Chhagan Bhujbal met with Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis at his Varsha residence to ensure the party maintains control over key departments such as Finance, State Excise, and Sports. The meeting follows internal discussions in Baramati. During the broadcast, it was noted that 'the budget will be presented by Devendra Fadnavis himself' as a temporary measure. The NCP is requesting that these portfolios remain within their fold and be assigned to another party minister until a permanent Deputy Chief Minister is finalized. Further consultations with party hierarchies in Delhi are expected before a final decision is reached on the cabinet reshuffle and portfolio allocation.
This news bulletin, anchored by Nagarjun Dwarkanath, covers significant political and criminal developments across Southern India. A primary focus is the finalized alliance between the DMK and Congress for the 2026 Tamil Nadu Assembly elections following high-level talks between Kanimozhi and Rahul Gandhi. In Andhra Pradesh, the CBI has submitted a final charge sheet regarding the Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD) ladoo ghee adulteration scam. Criminal reports include a triple murder in Chennai involving a migrant family from Bihar, resulting in five arrests. Environmental concerns in Kanyakumari are highlighted, specifically regarding rare earth element mining and coastal erosion affecting deep-sea fishermen. Additional coverage includes the Karnataka Contractors Association's strike threat over pending dues, a SIT probe involving actor Jayaram in the Sabarimala gold theft case, and food poisoning incidents in Telangana government schools. The report also notes political developments in Kerala involving Rahul Gandhi and Shashi Tharoor, providing a comprehensive overview of current regional affairs and legal proceedings.
