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Bengal BJP clears CBI probe for teacher recruitment scam plus two other major recruitment cases

Bengal BJP clears CBI probe for teacher recruitment scam plus two other major recruitment cases

Days after taking office, West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari approved CBI investigations into three recruitment-related cases that he said were stuck under the Mamata Banerjee-led TMC government. The biggest involves the teachers’ recruitment scam, alleging a “merit-for-cash” system that sidelined qualified applicants in favor of bribe-paying candidates between 2014 and 2021. Two more probes follow: a municipality recruitment scam affecting hiring across urban local bodies and a cooperative bank scam.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 14 May 2026
Book Claims Macron Messaged Iranian Actress Golshifteh Farahani Before Viral Slap-Gate Fight

Book Claims Macron Messaged Iranian Actress Golshifteh Farahani Before Viral Slap-Gate Fight

A new book claims French President Emmanuel Macron exchanged private messages with Iranian actress Golshifteh Farahani, which allegedly led to a public marital dispute with first lady Brigitte Macron. The controversy ties back to a viral slap-gate video, which the author frames as a private moment. The book also promises revelations in “forbidden zones” around the couple’s relationship.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 14 May 2026

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Rahul Gandhi slams BJP Nari Vandana as face of alleged misogyny in Gujarat row

Rahul Gandhi slams BJP Nari Vandana as face of alleged misogyny in Gujarat row

Rahul Gandhi has accused the BJP of projecting “Nari Vandana” while secretly promoting an anti-woman ideology, after an allegation that the Gujarat BJP president made indecent remarks against Congress MP Geniben Thakor. Gandhi warned the party may face voter backlash for insulting women, escalating a fresh political flashpoint in Gujarat and heightening tensions between rivals.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 2 May 2026
TMC leader Dalim Sheikh viral threat threatens violence over West Bengal voting

TMC leader Dalim Sheikh viral threat threatens violence over West Bengal voting

A viral video has sparked outrage in West Bengal as Trinamool Congress leader Dalim Sheikh allegedly threatened locals, telling them he would cut them to pieces if they voted for any party other than TMC in the upcoming assembly elections. The clip has spread rapidly on social media, intensifying political backlash as the election campaign heats up.

Summarised by Beize from a story on Republic on 24 Apr 2026
Pappu Yadav Claims 90 Percent Women Can’t Do Politics Without Bedroom Access, Sparks Outrage

Pappu Yadav Claims 90 Percent Women Can’t Do Politics Without Bedroom Access, Sparks Outrage

Bihar MP Pappu Yadav landed in a major controversy after saying that 90% of women cannot do politics unless they “enter” politicians’ bedrooms. The remark triggered backlash and a formal response: the Bihar State Women’s Commission has issued a notice to him. The comments, aired to media, have intensified scrutiny over sexist statements in public debate.

Summarised by Beize from a story on Republic on 24 Apr 2026
Kharge doubles down with clarification after terror remark row against Modi

Kharge doubles down with clarification after terror remark row against Modi

Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge on Wednesday responded to the controversy around his alleged “terrorist” remark targeting Prime Minister Narendra Modi, saying he has already issued a detailed clarification. Speaking to reporters, Kharge insisted, “I clarified my statement in Chennai,” as the political dispute continues to draw attention and reactions.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 24 Apr 2026

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