Mehli Mistry Exits Tata Trusts
Former Tata Trusts trustee Mehli Mistry has formally exited the organisation saying that “precipitating matters would cause irreparable harm to the reputation of the Tata Trusts”. Mistry, a close associate of Ratan Tata and cousin of former Tata Sons chairman Cyrus Mistry, had filed a caveat petition with the Maharashtra Charity Commissioner requesting a fair hearing before any removal action. He was voted out last week when his reappointment was opposed by trustees including Noel Tata, Venu Srinivasan and Vijay Singh.In his resignation letter, Mistry emphasised his commitment to Ratan Tata’s vision, highlighting ethical governance, transparency and public interest. His departure is seen as consolidating influence under Noel Tata, who became chairman earlier this year. During Ratan Tata’s tenure, voting was never an option within the Trusts. Decisions were traditionally reached through consensus and collective agreement — a practice now being tested amid signs of internal friction.
political parties seek unity in NE
Leaders from multiple Northeast parties, including Meghalaya Chief Minister and NPP president Conrad Sangma, have announced plans to form a single political entity within 45 days to represent regional issues collectively. Signatories include TIPRA Motha’s Pradyot Manikya, People’s Party Assam’s Daniel Langthasa and former BJP spokesperson Mmhonlumo Kikon, who will serve as member secretary of a nine-member committee overseeing the merger. The initiative, aimed at creating a unified platform for the younger generation of leaders, focuses on land rights, indigenous protection and economic growth.
ICC honours Indian Trio
India’s title-winning stars dominated the ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup Team of the Tournament, with Smriti Mandhana, Jemimah Rodrigues and Deepti Sharma earning spots for their pivotal roles in India’s maiden World Cup triumph. India defeated South Africa by 52 runs in the final. South Africa’s captain Laura Wolvaardt was named captain of the Team of the Tournament after scoring a record 571 runs, while teammates also made the line-up. Australian semi-finalists Annabel Sutherland, Ash Gardner, and Alana King, England’s Sophie Ecclestone, and Pakistan’s wicket-keeper Sidra Nawaz were included. Mandhana scored 434 runs, including a century and two fifties, while Rodrigues amassed 292 runs.
