The day's top stories include a violent attack on a political leader, a key political appointment, a sports setback, a technical glitch affecting exams, and a severe weather warning. Here is a detailed look at each event.
Abhishek Banerjee Attacked During Post-Poll Violence Visit in Bengal
Trinamool Congress leader Abhishek Banerjee was attacked while visiting families affected by post-poll violence in South 24 Parganas, West Bengal. According to police reports, stones, eggs, and shoes were hurled at the TMC leader. Videos circulating on social media showed Banerjee being escorted away with a torn shirt, highlighting the tense situation. The incident underscores the ongoing political unrest in the region following recent elections.
DK Shivakumar Elected Karnataka Congress Legislature Party Leader
D K Shivakumar was unanimously elected as the leader of the Congress Legislature Party (CLP) in Karnataka, formally paving the way for him to become the state's next chief minister. The decision was taken at a CLP meeting in Bengaluru after Siddaramaiah stepped down as both party leader and chief minister. This marks a significant shift in Karnataka's political landscape, with Shivakumar set to take the helm.
Vinesh Phogat Misses Asian Games Berth After Semifinal Defeat in Trials
Star wrestler Vinesh Phogat failed to secure a place in India's squad for the 2026 Asian Games after losing 4-6 to Meenakshi Goyat in the women's 53kg semifinals at the selection trials held in New Delhi. Earlier, Vinesh had overcome a dispute over her weight category and fought through two rounds, including a dramatic quarterfinal comeback against Nishu. The defeat is a major setback for the Olympic hopeful, who now must look ahead to future competitions.
Technical Glitch Delays CUET-UG at Some Centres, NTA Revises Schedule
The National Testing Agency (NTA) reported that a technical glitch by Tata Consultancy Services delayed the start of the Common University Entrance Test (CUET-UG) 2026 at some examination centres. The issue was later resolved, and the NTA assured that affected candidates would receive full compensatory time to ensure no one was disadvantaged. The glitch caused inconvenience to thousands of students, but authorities managed to minimize disruption.
‘Extremely Severe Alert’ Jolts Delhi-NCR Residents Amid Thunderstorm Warning
Residents across Delhi-NCR and parts of western Uttar Pradesh received an “Extremely Severe Alert” on their mobile phones, warning of thunderstorms, lightning, heavy rain, hailstorms, and winds of up to 90 kmph. The emergency notification, sent through the government’s cell broadcast system, was accompanied by a loud alarm that surprised many users. The alert urged people to stay indoors and take precautions as the severe weather approached.
