Former RBI governor Shaktikanta Das has been appointed as principal secretary-2 to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, a newly created post. His appointment is co-terminus with the PM's term and reflects his success during demonetisation and the COVID-19 lockdown.
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Ravichandran Ashwin described the overwhelming atmosphere when MS Dhoni came out to bat in the 19th over of Chennai Super Kings' match against Mumbai Indians. Ashwin noted the love Dhoni has earned, experiencing the reception from the CSK dugout for the first time. Despite the tense match situation, Dhoni's arrival captivated everyone.
In Agra's Garhi Rammi village, a Dalit wedding procession was allegedly attacked by upper-caste individuals due to loud music. The groom was assaulted, robbed, and guests were injured, prompting a police investigation and the detention of two suspects. This incident follows a similar attack in March, highlighting ongoing caste-based tensions in the area.
Afghanistan's defence ministry reported launching retaliatory strikes on Pakistani positions after Pakistan's recent airstrikes in Paktika province caused significant casualties, including women and children. The Taliban claimed their response targeted militant hideouts used to plan attacks in Afghanistan, while Pakistan insisted the Taliban are not sufficiently curbing cross-border militant activities.
Former President Donald Trump mocked Chris Christie amidst reports of mysterious drone sightings. Trump shared an AI-generated meme of Christie receiving a McDonald's Happy Meal via drone, reigniting their feud. The meme, posted on Truth Social, also included Trump's demand for government transparency on the drone issue, threatening to shoot them down.
The Uttarakhand government, led by CM Pushkar Singh Dhami, has approved the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) manual, staying true to their 2022 electoral promise. Following legislative approval and presidential assent, the state is set to be first in India to implement the UCC covering marriage, divorce, and inheritance laws.
Marnus Labuschagne highlights the inconsistent bounce and tricky batting conditions India might face on Day 5 in their chase of 334 against Australia. Labuschagne scored 70, with contributions from Pat Cummins and Nathan Lyon. Labuschagne confirmed that the lower order's resilience was crucial in building the lead, making the game interesting.
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