Nasa announced that astronauts Butch Wilmore and Sunita Williams, stranded on the ISS, will return to Earth sooner than expected. SpaceX will adjust its schedule for a mid-March return. Originally set for June, technical issues delayed their return, extending their mission to over nine months. Nasa will use an older capsule for the crew launch on March 12.
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Ravichandran Ashwin, India's second-highest Test wicket-taker, announced his retirement from international cricket at the age of 38 on Wednesday. He expressed gratitude to his teammates and the BCCI, highlighting his fulfilling career. While he feels he still has more to offer, he'll focus on club-level cricket. Ashwin concluded his international career with 537 Test wickets, 156 ODI wickets and 72 T20I wickets.
Indian Railways is looking to collaborate with online pharmacy platforms to enable home delivery of medicines from its hospitals. RailTel is set to invite bids for this service in January 2025, focusing on discounts on retail prices.
BJP countered AAP MP Sanjay Singh’s claim that his wife's name was wrongfully deleted from the New Delhi voters' list by revealing she is registered in UP’s Sultanpur. BJP’s Amit Malviya shared an affidavit proving her registration in Sultanpur, indicating her vote in Delhi was illegal. Singh responded, saying her name was removed from the Sultanpur list in January.
Rahul Gandhi has criticized PM Modi's commitment to tackling unemployment, alleging the abandonment of the 'Employment Linked Incentive' scheme. He accused Modi of favoring big corporations over small businesses. The BJP retaliated, citing significant job creation under Modi's government and a decrease in youth unemployment, while also defending the ELI program and attacking Congress's past record.
Security forces have cordoned off an area in J&K's Kathua district after terrorists were spotted. Reports indicate an exchange of fire occurred as forces initiated a search operation in the Ghati Juthana area. This search is part of an ongoing anti-terror effort that began four days ago.
Jasprit Bumrah's unique bowling action has become a source of inspiration for young cricketers in Pakistan. Many youngsters are imitating his style in domestic and street cricket, hoping to replicate his pace and deception. Social media videos showcase this trend, highlighting Bumrah's influence. Pakistani cricket fans and legends admire his skills, often comparing him to their own iconic fast bowlers.
Former cricketer Atul Wassan expressed a desire for Pakistan to beat India in the upcoming Champions Trophy match, emphasizing the potential excitement it would bring to the tournament. He also criticized India's decision to exclude Rishabh Pant in favor of KL Rahul, suggesting it undermines Pant's impact on the opposition.