The development comes against the backdrop of a continuing controversy over an NCERT textbook chapter on “corruption in the judiciary”. 

 A political debutant, Prateek was named by the Congress as its candidate for Margherita, a seat his father had represented in the assembly for four terms. 

 Following Chennai controversy last year, actor Vijay’s TVK organised a more streamlined Iftaar party and managed the crowd wanting to get closer to the star  

 The unexpected resignation of HDFC Bank chairman Atanu Chakraborty has left investors bewildered, triggering a 5% drop in shares. 

 PM Modi condemned the attacks targeting energy infrastructure in West Asia. He also called for dialogue and diplomacy to restore peace, security and stability.