In a recent podcast interview, Vijay Mallya claimed he informed then Finance Minister Arun Jaitley about his departure to London in March 2016, prior to leaving India. Mallya stated he was unaware of any lookout circular against him at the time.
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Star batter Virat Kohli dedicated Royal Challengers Bengaluru's Indian Premier League 2025 victory to AB de Villiers and Chris Gayle, acknowledging their immense contributions to the franchise. Kohli emphasised the trio's shared pursuit of the title and the significance of having De Villiers and Gayle present during the momentous occasion.
BJP leaders have strongly criticized Rahul Gandhi for allegedly echoing Pakistani propaganda. Union Minister Dharmendra Pradhan accused Gandhi of being Pakistan's spokesperson, citing his remarks on India's alleged surrender to foreign pressure. This comes after a Pakistani minister used Gandhi's criticism of PM Modi to bolster anti-India narratives, prompting further condemnation from Indian officials like Kiren Rijiju.
Rohit Sharma's IPL knockout record reveals a struggle under pressure, marked by numerous single-digit scores, sharing a record with Suresh Raina. Despite this, his overall IPL career remains extraordinary, amassing 7,046 runs, second only to Virat Kohli. He recently played a vital knock of 80 runs in the Eliminator against Gujarat Titans, showcasing his ability to perform under pressure.
Indian authorities are investigating YouTubers Jyoti Malhotra and Jasbir Singh for alleged espionage linked to Pakistani intelligence. Malhotra, known as "Travel with Jo," is accused of sharing sensitive information and maintaining contact with Pakistani officials via encrypted apps.
General Anil Chauhan revealed that Pakistan's Operation to cripple India in 48 hours on May 10th, dubbed 'Operation Sindoor,' collapsed within eight. India's networked air defense, AI-driven analysis, and non-contact warfare capabilities, including cyber and electromagnetic domains, forced Pakistan to seek de-escalation talks after realizing their multi-pronged attacks had failed. India connected terror to water and redrew military operation lines.
India's Census, delayed by Covid, is likely to commence on April 1, 2026, culminating on March 1, 2027. This census will record caste for the first time since 1931 and will be conducted digitally. The data is crucial for delimitation and implementing women's quota in legislatures, with results expected faster due to digitization.
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