Wes Streeting has stated that a Labour leadership contest should not be about who can make the most expensive pledges. He aims to present himself as a fiscally responsible candidate, contrasting with potential rival Andy Burnham.
Japan's ruling coalition is considering a 1% consumption tax on food for two years, a compromise from the "zero" promised in elections. The shift aims for a quicker implementation before local elections, but opposition parties criticize it as a broken promise.
Suvendu Adhikari has been sworn in as West Bengal's first BJP Chief Minister following a decisive election victory. Attended by top BJP leaders, the ceremony marks a significant political shift. Adhikari, a former TMC leader, was unanimously elected by BJP MLAs. His government's priorities include judicial probes and fulfilling campaign promises, with a motto of 'Talk Less Work More'.
