Shaktikanta Das, former RBI Governor, has been appointed as Principal Secretary-2 to Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Das, who has vast experience in finance and governance, will serve alongside Pramod Kumar Mishra. Das previously held key positions in the Ministry of Finance and represented India in major international institutions. PK Mishra remains Principal Secretary to the PM.
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The ministry of external affairs in India has rejected a report by The New York Times as factually incorrect and misleading. The report alleged that Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) engaged in questionable transactions involving restricted technology with Russia, which the ministry denied, emphasizing India's compliance with strategic trade laws.
Former Pakistan captain Mohammad Hafeez claims Abdul Razzaq was a better all-rounder than India's Hardik Pandya, citing Razzaq's untapped potential and past performances. Hafeez's views are echoed by Shoaib Akhtar, who praises Razzaq's impactful playing days and criticises the lack of recognition for Razzaq and Azhar Mahmood despite their consistent contributions.
A constable from Jalgaon, Maharashtra, was kidnapped and four police officers were injured after a mob of gun makers from Umarti village in Madhya Pradesh attacked them. The conflict occurred when police attempted to arrest one suspect. Coordination between Maharashtra and Madhya Pradesh police led to the constable's release.
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi welcomed Amir of Qatar Sheikh Tamim Bin Hamad Al Thani at Delhi's Indira Gandhi International Airport. The Qatar Emir, on a two-day state visit, aims to enhance cooperation in trade, investment, energy, and new technology. Key meetings will be held with prominent Indian officials including PM Modi, President Murmu, and External Affairs Minister Jaishankar.
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