Trinamool Congress is facing a deepening internal crisis as only eight MLAs attended a key National Working Committee meeting at Mamata Banerjee’s residence.

Vladimir Putin said attempts to isolate Russia have failed, while also praising India and China for making independent sovereign decisions despite external pressure.

The southwest monsoon is advancing steadily across India, bringing heavy rainfall to Kerala, Karnataka and Tamil Nadu. Meanwhile, thunderstorms and strong winds are affecting northern states, while parts of Bihar and eastern Uttar Pradesh remain at risk of heatwave conditions.