The CBSE re-evaluation controversy has exploded into a major political battle after Rahul Gandhi launched a sharp attack on the Modi government over alleged flaws in the Board's On-Screen Marking (OSM) system. The Congress leader questioned the fees charged for verification, re-totalling and re-evaluation, claiming students are being forced to pay for mistakes made by the system. His remarks came after several students reported answer-sheet mix-ups and issues during the re-evaluation process.

Karnataka politics has entered a crucial and closely watched phase as intense discussions over cabinet formation and leadership transition gather momentum in Delhi. At the centre of the latest political buzz is Yathindra Siddaramaiah, with speculation growing around his possible induction as Deputy Chief Minister in the new Karnataka cabinet. Chief Minister Siddaramaiah’s visit to Delhi has triggered fresh conversations within Congress circles, while DK Shivakumar’s parallel political moves have added to the suspense over the final power-sharing formula. Sources indicate that a Deputy CM role for Yathindra could emerge as a key balancing move in the cabinet reshuffle, especially as Congress leadership looks to manage internal equations and strengthen support across factions. WATCH