Union Minister Kiren Rijiju asserted that only the Dalai Lama has the authority to decide his successor, directly addressing China's claims. This statement follows the Dalai Lama's declaration that the Gaden Phodrang Trust will manage the selection of his reincarnation.
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Indian astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla will interact with ISRO students and scientists from the International Space Station. The interaction will occur via ham radio on Friday. This event is part of the ARISS program. It aims to promote STEM education. The session will take place at the U R Rao Satellite Centre in Bengaluru.
Amidst a week of intense exchanges between Iran and Israel, with the US acting as both aggressor and mediator, a fragile equilibrium has emerged. While missiles flew and bases were targeted, all parties are claiming victory, signaling a desire to de-escalate and avoid further conflict. Despite the heavy costs and ongoing tensions, a path towards diplomacy is cautiously being explored.
A SpiceJet flight from Pune to Goa experienced a mid-air incident when a window frame became dislodged, causing passenger concern. The airline clarified that the dislodged component was a non-structural trim piece and did not affect the aircraft's safety or cabin pressure. The frame was reattached after landing, and SpiceJet reaffirmed its commitment to safety standards.
In a joint operation in Basantgarh, the Indian army and Jammu and Kashmir police neutralized a terrorist. Operation Bihali was launched based on intelligence inputs, leading to the encirclement of four Jaish-e-Mohammad militants who were under surveillance for a year. Despite challenging weather conditions, security forces continue search operations to neutralize the remaining terrorists.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited Trinidad and Tobago, marking the first bilateral visit by an Indian Prime Minister since 1999. He addressed the Indian community, acknowledging their contributions and strong ties to India. Modi referred to Prime Minister Kamla Persad-Bissessar as "Bihar ki Beti," highlighting her ancestral roots and the cultural connection between the two nations.
Indian cricketer Rishabh Pant's remarkable recovery from a life-threatening car accident in December 2022 is truly inspiring. Orthopedic surgeon Dr. Dinshaw Pardiwala, who led Pant's treatment, revealed the extent of his injuries and the initial concerns about his ability to walk, let alone play cricket again.
Second Lady Usha Vance offers a glimpse into her interfaith marriage with Vice President J.D. Vance, highlighting their open conversations about faith and cultural traditions. She shares how they navigate raising their children in a Catholic school while ensuring they have access to Hindu culture through family and travel. Usha also discusses her vegetarian upbringing and J.D.'s culinary experiments.
Sourav Ganguly confirmed Virat Kohli's Test retirement was his own decision, despite BCCI's attempts to persuade him otherwise. Ganguly acknowledged Kohli's choice, drawing parallels to his own retirement, emphasizing that every player understands their standing. While surprised by Kohli's relatively early departure at 36, Ganguly believes Kohli felt it was the right time, similar to his own exit.
Aamir Khan's 'Sitaare Zameen Par' had a strong opening weekend, grossing Rs 66.65 crore in four days, despite a Monday dip. The film has already surpassed the lifetime collection of Aamir's previous film 'Laal Singh Chaddha'. Genelia Deshmukh also celebrates a career milestone as the film becomes her highest-grossing movie, exceeding 'Jaane Tu... Ya Jaane Na'.