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• On June 18, 2026, several major political developments are unfolding in India, including a crisis within the Shiv Sena (UBT) and a split in the Trinamool Congress (TMC). • On the international stage, Prime Minister Narendra Modi is holding a bilateral meeting with Donald Trump during the G7 summit to discuss strategic relations. • Legal and political tensions continue as Telegram files a plea with the Delhi High Court and Akhilesh Yadav addresses matters regarding the Samajwadi Party.

• India has reached 1.6 GW of operational data centre capacity, establishing itself as the second-largest market in the Asia Pacific region. • According to Cushman & Wakefield’s Global Data Center Market Comparison 2026 report, an additional 3.1 GW of capacity is currently under construction or planned. • This rapid expansion places India among the top three global development pipelines, signaling a significant shift in AI infrastructure growth beyond Mumbai.

• Substitutes inspired East Bengal to a vital victory against Mumbai City FC on May 6, propelling them to the top of the Indian Super League table. • The match showcased East Bengal's resilience, overturning the scoreline through key contributions from bench players in a high-stakes encounter. • This result strengthens East Bengal's playoff positioning amid a competitive ISL season.

• Mumbai Indians signed South African spinner Keshav Maharaj to replace Mitchell Santner in their squad. • Transfer addresses key bowling needs amid IPL 2026 disruptions. • Maharaj's experience bolsters MI's spin attack for remaining matches.

• Chennai Super Kings defeated Mumbai Indians by eight wickets on Saturday at MA Chidambaram Stadium, chasing 160 runs comfortably in IPL 2026. • Captain Ruturaj Gaikwad and Kartik Sharma scored unbeaten fifties to lead the successful chase, highlighting CSK's dominant batting form. • The loss leaves MI in ninth place with only two wins from nine matches and four points, their playoff hopes fading fast.