Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, Iran's Supreme Leader, faces escalating challenges amid Israeli strikes and regional instability. Despite his reclusive nature, Khamenei wields immense power over Iran's military, nuclear program, and foreign policy. He has built a network of regional proxies while suppressing domestic dissent, all while maintaining a surprising appreciation for literature.
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As PM Modi inaugurates development projects in Bihar, Congress criticizes the NDA government's handling of the proposed 65% reservation for marginalized communities. Jairam Ramesh suggests legislative measures, including constitutional amendments and implementing Article 15(5), to bypass legal hurdles and ensure the reservation's implementation. Congress plans to raise these social justice issues in the upcoming Parliament session.
Yashasvi Jaiswal's resilient century, despite suffering from hand cramps, and Shubman Gill's unbeaten ton as captain propelled India to a commanding position on Day 1 against England. Their strong partnerships, along with Rishabh Pant's aggressive knock, further solidified India's dominance. England's bowling coach acknowledged India's superior performance on the opening day.
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