Salman Khurshid has criticized those within his own party who are undermining the government's efforts to raise global awareness about Pakistan's terrorism agenda. He questioned the difficulty of prioritizing patriotism over political allegiances, echoing Shashi Tharoor's sentiments. Khurshid's earlier support for the abrogation of Article 370, contrasting with Congress' stance, has fueled further controversy, drawing criticism from the BJP.
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Astronauts Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams completed their Earth return and physical therapy after an extended stay on the ISS due to Starliner complications. They are now involved in Boeing and NASA initiatives, managing post-flight recovery while addressing pre-existing physical issues exacerbated by gravity's return. NASA considers another uncrewed Starliner flight before resuming human missions, pending summer testing results.
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The central government has introduced new reservation and domicile rules for Ladakh, reserving 85% of jobs for local residents. These rules also reserve one-third of LAHDC seats for women. This decision follows protests and negotiations, aiming to protect Ladakh's unique identity and address concerns raised after the abrogation of Article 370.
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