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In a calculated move to reclaim its influence in the Northeast, the Tripura Congress is gearing up for the Manipur elections. MLA Sudip Roy Barman has taken aim at the BJP administration's economic strategies and foreign relations, highlighting how Rahul Gandhi's prior warnings regarding challenges like COVID-19, GST, and international diplomacy are materializing.

The political landscape is shaking as two Trinamool MLAs were ousted after they alerted the speaker to possible signature forgery related to the opposition leader's election. Chief Minister Adhikari announced that the CID is probing the matter, with three MLAs asserting that their signatures were faked.

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Fifty-two years ago, India detonated a nuclear device in Rajasthan's Thar desert, codenamed 'Smiling Buddha'. This event, coinciding with Buddha Purnima, marked India's entry into the nuclear club. Despite being officially termed a 'peaceful nuclear explosion', the test ignited debate and reshaped India's global standing, demonstrating scientific self-reliance and announcing strategic intent.

Days after TMC's rout in the West Bengal, ED questioned the senior party leader Sujit Bose in connection with its investigation into the municipality recruitment ‘scam’ case. Bose had illegally recommended 150 candidates for different posts under the South Dum Dum Municipality in lieu of pecuniary benefits. ED has traced direct proceeds of crime in the form of flats acquired by him in lieu of providing municipality jobs to various persons.

A 22-year-old IIT Kharagpur student was found dead in his hostel room. He had sent a chilling scheduled message to his family informing them of his death. This is the ninth student death at the campus in 15 months. Police are investigating the incident. The institute has formed a committee to examine the circumstances.

Gigi Hadid made a stunning return to the red carpet at the 12th Annual Breakthrough Prize Awards in a custom white silk David Koma gown. The nostalgic halter-neck design, adorned with a jeweled brooch, signaled a comeback for the vintage trend. Her elegant look was completed with crystal-buckled mules and sparkling jewelry.

The Assam government has approached the Supreme Court challenging a Telangana High Court order granting transit anticipatory bail to Congress leader Pawan Khera. Khera had sought protection from arrest in a case stemming from his allegations against Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma's wife. The Supreme Court's intervention will now shape the legal proceedings.

Kolkata Knight Riders face a formidable Punjab Kings, led by former KKR star Shreyas Iyer, in a crucial IPL clash. Struggling KKR, seeking to avoid a third consecutive loss, must overcome strategic missteps and inconsistent form against a confident Punjab side. Eden Gardens is expected to host a high-scoring encounter.

KKR skipper Ajinkya Rahane won the toss and decided to bat first at Eden Gardens.