Shiv Sena MP Sanjay Raut claimed that deputy chief minister Eknath Shinde attempted to join the Congress, sparking controversy. Raut mentioned early morning meetings with late Congress leader Ahmed Patel, while Congress leaders denied knowledge of the matter. Shinde's party dismissed these claims, asserting Raut's statements lack importance, and the BJP emphasized state development as their priority.
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The Detroit Red Wings stood idle at this trade deadline, and Dylan Larkin called out the management leaving the team spirit wasted. Missing the playoffs for the ninth consecutive year, management was hardly going in on the action unlike competition Ottawa was competing against for a position in rebuilding. It was further evident in the team's sixth-place finish in the Atlantic Division.
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A 2,000-year-old ossuary, possibly belonging to James, brother of Jesus, is on display in Atlanta. Inscribed "James, son of Joseph, brother of Jesus," its authenticity has been debated for years, though a judge deemed the inscription genuine. While acquitted of forgery charges, the ossuary's link to Jesus remains contested.
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