Tamil Nadu, West Bengal Vote Tomorrow Amid Tensions

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- Tamil Nadu schedules its assembly election for tomorrow, with the ruling AIADMK aiming to retain power after a decade‑long tenure.
- West Bengal prepares for voting day with the Trinamool Congress seeking a third consecutive term amid high voter turnout expectations.
- Iran has again closed the Hormuz Strait, delaying Indian oil shipments and raising concerns over energy security.
- Israel faces a precarious 10‑day truce with Hezbollah that risks collapse, heightening regional tension.
- Malegaon court delivered a ruling on the 2006 blast case, marking a significant legal milestone.
Why it matters: Ten Indian oil/energy vessels face delays as Hormuz closure hits oil flow; state governments' policy shifts will alter national economic forecasts and influence foreign investment.
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