Nita Ambani, head of Reliance Foundation, received the Governor's Citation from Massachusetts Governor Maura Healey, lauding her leadership and philanthropic contributions. She attended the ceremony in a traditional Shikargah Banarasi saree, emphasizing her commitment to India's cultural heritage on an international stage.
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The House confirmed the imposition of President's rule in Manipur after the situation saw no deaths in the past four months. Home minister Amit Shah highlighted ongoing efforts to restore peace between the Meitei and Kuki communities. Congress and Trinamool Congress support the resolution but urge for quick restoration of peace and stability.
BJP and Congress criticized AAP's Arvind Kejriwal for his extensive security convoy during a Vipassana retreat in Punjab, despite holding no office. AAP defended the security based on MHA's Z-plus cover. Kejriwal's visit sparked speculation about his future political plans and a viral video intensified the controversy.
Bangladesh celebrated its 54th Vijay Diwas, marking independence from Pakistan. Chief Adviser Muhammad Yunus hailed the removal of Sheikh Hasina's government, calling it autocratic. Hasina, in exile, condemned Yunus and the interim government, accusing them of supporting anti-liberation forces and neglecting the war's legacy. The traditional Victory Day parade was cancelled.
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Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath urged people to stop glorifying foreign invaders, stressing the importance of preserving religious sites like Sambhal. Speaking in Lucknow, he emphasized the need to respect places of worship and criticized those who forcibly occupy them. He also highlighted the significance of the Maha Kumbh and criticized previous administrations for mismanagement.
Karnataka Bank Ltd discovered deficiencies in its reconciliation process for cross-border UPI transactions, leading to a net loss of ₹18.57 crore. The bank has reported the issue to the Reserve Bank of India and implemented enhanced control measures to prevent future occurrences.
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Rohit Sharma's childhood coach, Dinesh Lad, suggests that the Indian skipper plays domestic cricket to prepare for Test matches after a disappointing performance in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy. Rohit struggled to score runs and faced criticism for his leadership. Focusing on winning the World Test Championship and ODI World Cup, Lad advises more domestic play.
A road accident on the Srinagar-Sonamarg road in Ganderbal district of Jammu and Kashmir resulted in the deaths of four people and injuries to 17 others. The collision between a bus and a taxi, which bore a Madhya Pradesh registration number, occurred at Gund. The injured are undergoing treatment, and officials are determining further details.