The Nilambur byelection's outcome could significantly influence the strained relationship between Congress and Shashi Tharoor, which has been tense since his praise for PM Modi. Tharoor acknowledged differences with party leadership while affirming his loyalty to Congress values and workers. A Congress victory without Tharoor might worsen the divide, whereas a loss could strengthen his position within the party.
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Preparations are underway to conduct the last rites of former Gujarat Chief Minister Vijay Rupani, who tragically died in a plane crash in Ahmedabad last week. His mortal remains will be handed over to his family in Ahmedabad and then transported to Rajkot for the final rites, which will be performed with full state honors at 5 pm.
The Axiom-4 mission, featuring Indian astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla, faces further delays due to a liquid oxygen leak detected in SpaceX's Falcon-9 rocket. This issue, stemming from a previous Starlink mission, coupled with unfavorable weather, has postponed the launch.
Actor Ram Kapoor's remarkable weight loss journey in 2024 saw him shed over 55 kgs naturally in 18 months. Eschewing surgery, the 51-year-old adopted a simple yet effective strategy: two meals a day, no snacking, and no food after 6:30 pm.
Brazil clinched their spot in the 2026 FIFA World Cup with a narrow 1-0 victory against Paraguay, marking Carlo Ancelotti's debut win. Vinicius Jr.'s goal just before halftime secured the win, propelling Brazil to third place in the South American standings. Paraguay, despite the loss, remains in contention for qualification, needing only a point to secure their place.
The UN Ocean Conference concluded in Nice, France, emphasizing the 'High Seas Treaty' to protect marine biodiversity in international waters. India pledged to ratify the treaty soon and proposed a 10-point roadmap for sustainable ocean governance. The conference also highlighted growing calls for a precautionary pause on deep-sea mining, reflecting a global commitment to ocean health.
In a potential breakthrough, the US and China have established a framework to resolve their long-standing trade disputes following discussions in London. US Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick announced the agreement, pending presidential approval, expressing optimism about resolving issues like rare earth exports.
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