Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy revealed that US President Donald Trump had shared his phone number and said Zelenskyy could call anytime. Zelenskyy stressed the importance of a US and European common plan before any talks with Putin. Ukraine's chief of staff, Andriy Yermak, discussed peace efforts with Trump's special representative.
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The Maharashtra Cabinet was sworn in on Sunday in Nagpur, a rare event since 1991. Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, along with deputies Eknath Shinde and Ajit Pawar, saw ministers take oath. Portfolio allocation is expected soon, with the winter legislative session starting Monday. This follows the BJP-led Mahayuti alliance's victory, securing 235 seats in the state polls.
Maharashtra deputy CM Eknath Shinde criticized comedian Kunal Kamra's joke calling him a 'gaddar,' stating there should be limits on freedom of speech. The controversy led to vandalism by Shiv Sena workers, legal actions, and political debates, with Kamra refusing to apologize.
Maharashtra Chief Minister Davendra Fadnavis claimed terror funds were used in the state elections. He cited a Malegaon case with suspicious transactions of Rs 1000 crore. Fadnavis alleged foreign interference and a Nepal meeting discussing replacing EVMs. The meeting involved organizations associated with the Bharat Jodo Yatra. These organizations campaigned for the opposition. The ATS is investigating the matter.
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India's Shardul Thakur achieved a hat-trick for Mumbai in a crucial Ranji Trophy match against Meghalaya. He became the second bowler in the 2024-25 season to do so and the fifth Mumbai bowler in Ranji history. Mumbai needs a decisive win to progress in the tournament.
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