An aerial image of Bengaluru’s Bellandur has gone viral on social media, sparking comparisons to the popular strategy game ‘Clash of Clans’ due to the striking contrast between two neighbouring localities. Shared by an account named Indian Tech & Infra on X, the photo shows a disorganised, densely packed area on one side, and a neatly planned, red-roofed residential layout on the other.

Netizens were quick to point out the disparity, likening the organised zone to a game base and the other to an enemy camp. The comparison has reignited discussions on urban inequality and poor public infrastructure in India’s tech hub.

One user remarked that the left side was government property while the right belonged to a private developer, questioning why public infrastructure consistently lags behind private planning. Another highlighted that the issue stems from misplaced priorities and corruption, not a lack of resources or technology.

Criticism also poured in over unchecked urbanisation, with concerns that greenery would vanish, leading to issues like waterlogging, sewage overflows, and poor road conditions.

The ‘Clash of Clans’ reference follows another recent online debate where Bengaluru’s urban development was unfavourably compared to Jakarta, a city with better planned public transport despite higher population density.

The 2025 edition of the Indian Premier League has kicked off with explosive batting displays, leaving little room for bowlers to make an impact. Amid the growing trend of high-scoring thrillers, entrepreneur Anupam Mittal voiced his criticism in a sarcastic post on social media platform X, formerly Twitter.

“Everything is a wide, no, 4 or 6 #IPL should just replace bowlers with bowling-machines,” he posted, reflecting the growing frustration among fans witnessing the one-sided dominance of batters.

While many fans continue to enjoy the six-hitting spectacles, a section of the cricketing community, including Mittal, feels the lack of balance between bat and ball is hurting the essence of T20 cricket. His post quickly gained attention online, sparking a debate about the changing dynamics of the game.

The recent match between Gujarat Titans and Punjab Kings further proved the point. In a run-fest where Punjab posted a mammoth 243 runs and GT nearly chased it down, the match witnessed over 450 runs with only 10 wickets falling. Except for GT’s R Sai Kishore, who bowled an impressive spell of 3/30, no other bowler managed to keep their economy under nine runs per over.

Before this, in a high scoring game against Rajasthan Royals, Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) began their campaign with a statement victory. SRH’s batting lineup unleashed a torrent of runs, setting the tone for what promises to be an electrifying season.

The sheer dominance of batters in IPL 2025 has brought the role of bowlers under scrutiny, with fans and cricket pundits alike questioning the direction modern T20 cricket is heading.

Who is Anupam Mittal

Anupam Mittal is an Indian entrepreneur, investor, and business leader best known as the founder and CEO of People Group, which owns several well-known platforms including Shaadi.com. He is also widely recognized as one of the investoors of Shark Tank India

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin has fiercely responded to Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath’s remarks on the language debate, terming them “political black comedy at its darkest”. The DMK leader defended his government’s opposition to the Centre’s three-language policy, stating that Tamil Nadu is not against any language but stands firmly against imposition and chauvinism.

Stalin’s rebuttal came after Yogi Adityanath, in a media interview, criticised the DMK leader for allegedly fostering regional and linguistic divisions to protect his vote base. The UP Chief Minister questioned why Hindi was being opposed and praised Tamil as one of India’s most ancient languages, urging unity over linguistic differences.

Responding on social media, Stalin accused the BJP of being rattled by the DMK’s stand, particularly as the issues of language and delimitation gain traction beyond Tamil Nadu. “We don’t oppose any language; we oppose imposition and chauvinism,” Stalin wrote. He also said that this isn’t riot-for-votes politics but this is a battle for dignity and justice.”

The row is rooted in the DMK’s opposition to the Hindi push under the National Education Policy (NEP), which promotes a three-language formula including Hindi. Tamil Nadu has consistently advocated for a two-language policy, emphasizing Tamil and English. The DMK has accused the Centre of attempting to undermine regional languages and identities.

The debate also touches on a growing concern over the upcoming delimitation exercise, expected post-2026. Stalin warned that the move could marginalize southern states in parliamentary representation due to their lower population growth—a result of effective family planning policies. He argued this would unfairly penalize progressive states like Tamil Nadu, which contribute significantly to the national GDP.

Yogi Adityanath, on the other hand, framed the DMK’s stance as narrow politics and cautioned the public to remain vigilant against such divisive narratives. “The people of this country should always stand for unity,” he said, while praising cultural initiatives like the Kashi-Tamil Sangamam to promote harmony.

The political clash once again underscores the long-standing tensions between regional identity and central policies, particularly on sensitive issues like language and representation.