Quick catch-up for today
- Bhagwant Mann defended Raghav Chadha’s removal as a routine party decision and accused him of going against AAP’s line.
- An Iranian crude tanker bound for India rerouted to China amid payment and sanction-related challenges.
- A French ship crossed Hormuz after signalling nationality, hinting at a possible shift in Iran-France dynamics.
- BJP announced candidates for TN Assembly candidates, but interestingly excluded K Annamalai from it.
- Yuvraj Singh distanced himself from his father Yograj Singh’s remarks and apologised to Kapil Dev and MS Dhoni.
Here are top five stories of the evening
Tamil Nadu polls: BJP releases candidate list, drops K Annamalai amid seat row
The BJP released its candidate list for the 2026 Tamil Nadu Assembly elections, omitting former state chief K Annamalai, while fielding key leaders such as Tamilisai Soundararajan and Vanathi Srinivasan in crucial constituencies, reflecting a calculated electoral strategy.Read full story
What led an India-bound Iranian crude tanker to reroute to China
A US-sanctioned tanker carrying Iranian crude, originally destined for India carrying Iranian oil, diverted to China due to tightened payment terms, reflecting persistent hurdles in Iranian oil trade despite temporary US waivers.Read full story
France no longer hostile nation? After Macron snubs Trump, Iran allows ship to pass Hormuz
A French-owned container ship, Kribi, successfully transited the Strait of Hormuz, with its destination altered to signal French ownership—potentially reflecting a shift in Iran’s stance towards France after President Emmanuel Macron criticised US policy and ruled out military intervention in favour of negotiations.Read full story
Bhagwant Mann backs Raghav Chadha’s removal from Rajya Sabha post
Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann defended Raghav Chadha’s removal as AAP’s deputy leader in the Rajya Sabha, calling it part of the party’s routine internal functioning. He also alleged that Chadha had become “compromised” and had acted against the party whip. His remarks came a day after Chadha said he had been “silenced, not defeated” following his removal.Read full story
Yuvraj Singh apologises to Kapil Dev, MS Dhoni over father Yograj’s remarks
Former India all-rounder Yuvraj Singh publicly apologised to Kapil Dev and MS Dhoni, distancing himself from controversial remarks made by his father, Yograj Singh. Speaking on a podcast, Yuvraj made it clear that he does not agree with the comments. “I would like to apologise to Kapil Dev and MS Dhoni for these comments,” he saud. Yuvraj also said he had spoken to his father about the issue, saying he felt uneasy listening to Yograj’s interviews.Read full story Go to Source
