Aishwarya Rai, labeled as "one of the most beautiful women in the world," has faced criticism for her acting. Her husband Abhishek Bachchan defended her, highlighting her diverse roles. Aishwarya’s illustrious career includes winning the Padma Shri and Order of Arts and Letters. Rumors of marriage troubles circulate as they appeared separately at a wedding.
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India's External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar stated the 'Nehru development model' failed the nation. He said the model impacted India's policies and systems. Jaishankar said the government is working to address its consequences. He highlighted the shift from openness to resilience in the global landscape. The minister emphasized self-reliance as crucial for national security.
Switzerland's largest bank UBS mandates employees to work from the office at least three days a week and bans remote work on Fridays and Mondays. This move mirrors Deutsche Bank's 2024 policy. Meanwhile, JPMorgan Chase has reinforced a five-day office workweek, dismissing employee petitions to relax this rule.
Ashwani Kumar made an impressive debut in the IPL, taking four wickets in his spell against Kolkata Knight Riders, including dismissing their captain and the powerful Andre Russell. He is now the first Indian bowler to achieve such a feat on IPL debut, playing a crucial role in his team's victory.
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.
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Manipur CM N Biren Singh blamed Congress for the state's issues, criticizing past settlement decisions under Congress and defending PM Modi's absence. He highlighted historical ethnic conflicts under Congress leadership and emphasized his efforts for rehabilitation and development. Singh's recent speech included an apology to 2023 violence victims, showcasing measures for recovery and growth in Manipur.
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