Now Reading: Today in India: 13 August 2026
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Today in India: 13 August 2026
Sukhbir Badal attacked at Nanded gurdwara
Shiromani Akali Dal president Sukhbir Singh Badal suffered a hand injury after being attacked with a kirpan at Gurdwara Mata Sahib Kaur near Nanded on Thursday. Security personnel overpowered the accused, who was arrested. Badal was taken to Yashosai Hospital and is reported to be in stable condition. Police are investigating the incident.
Chandrasekaran to leave Tata Sons in 2027
N Chandrasekaran will not seek reappointment as Tata Sons chairman when his term ends on 20 February 2027. He informed the board of his decision on Wednesday. His nearly decade-long tenure saw the group expand in aviation, semiconductors and digital commerce. The company will now begin preparations for a leadership transition.
Tata board split preceded Chandrasekaran decision
N Chandrasekaran’s decision not to seek a second term followed disagreement within the Tata Sons board over a proposed five-year extension. The Tata Trusts had recommended his continuation, but Noel Tata opposed the proposal, according to the report. Chandrasekaran’s current term ends on 20 February 2027, after nearly a decade in office.
Trump claims US controls Strait of Hormuz
US President Donald Trump has claimed that America has ‘total control’ of the Strait of Hormuz. In a Truth Social post, he described the naval blockade as a ‘wall of steel’ and said Iran could not challenge it. His remarks come amid heightened tensions over the strategic waterway and regional security.
Badal hurt in kirpan attack at Nanded
Sukhbir Singh Badal was injured in his right hand when a man attacked him with a kirpan at a gurdwara near Nanded on Thursday. Security personnel detained the attacker before police arrested him. One security officer was also involved in the response. Badal was taken to hospital for treatment after the incident.
Messi questions football future after father’s death
Lionel Messi has expressed serious doubts about continuing his football career following the death of his father, Jorge Messi, on 8 August. Jorge, aged 68, died after a long illness in Rosario. Messi shared an emotional message on Instagram on 12 August. Cristiano Ronaldo offered support to the Argentine forward.
CJP founder signals second Jantar Mantar protest
Cockroach Janta Party founder Abhijeet Dipke has announced plans for a second series of protests at Delhi’s Jantar Mantar. He said the announcement followed questions from Instagram users. Dipke also alleged that a volunteers’ meeting in Naraina was cancelled after the venue withdrew its booking. Further details on the protest schedule were not given.
Air India orders drug tests for all pilots
Air India has ordered mandatory substance-abuse screening for all its pilots, beginning Thursday. The decision follows a confirmatory test that found marijuana in the pilot-in-command of flight AI2379 from Phuket to Delhi on 4 August. The aircraft carried 137 passengers and eight crew members. The airline’s order exceeds current regulatory requirements.
Karnataka bandh sees mixed response
A 12-hour Karnataka bandh over the Cauvery Water Management Authority’s order to release 12,000 cusecs of water daily to Tamil Nadu had a mixed impact on 13 August. Bengaluru and Mysuru remained largely normal, with schools and businesses functioning. Mandya saw protests and disruptions. The bandh was called by activist Vatal Nagaraj.
Tata chairmanship faces board deadlock
N Chandrasekaran will step down as Tata Sons chairman when his term ends in February 2027. He said the two main Tata trusts had unanimously supported a five-year extension, but one board member opposed it. The disagreement created a deadlock and ended months of uncertainty over whether Chandrasekaran would continue leading the group.
The closing thought
The day’s reports combine security incidents, corporate succession questions, industrial action and international claims. Some accounts remain allegations or public statements rather than settled findings, and should be treated accordingly. The Badal investigation, Air India’s screening process, the Tata succession plan and the Cauvery dispute will require close attention as official details develop.
Read the full stories
- Sukhbir Badal attacked in Nanded gurdwara, accused arrested
- Tata Sons chairman N Chandrasekaran to step down in February 2027
- Chandrasekaran to step down as Tata Sons chairman after board split
- Trump claims US has 'total control' of Strait of Hormuz
- Sukhbir Badal injured in kirpan attack at Nanded gurdwara
- Messi Doubts Future After Father's Death, Ronaldo Offers Support
- CJP founder Abhijeet Dipke signals Jantar Mantar protest Season 2
- Air India orders dope tests for all pilots after positive marijuana result
- Karnataka bandh: Bengaluru normal, Mandya sees protests
- Chandrasekaran steps down as Tata Sons chairman after board deadlock
This digest was compiled and written by AI from the day’s Indian Opinion coverage.
