US President Donald Trump rejected calls to fire National Security Advisor Michael Waltz after a security lapse involving an unsecured app to coordinate military strikes in Yemen. This exposed sensitive discussions about bombings and reimbursement expectations from allies. The incident has sparked criticism and ridicule, especially given past criticism of Hillary Clinton's handling of classified information.
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Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto on Saturday acknowledged the deep cultural ties and historical influence of Indian civilization on Indonesia. Praising Prime Minister Narendra Modi's leadership in poverty alleviation, Subianto expressed his admiration for India. The visit, featuring important MoUs in health, traditional medicine, and maritime security, contributed to strengthening bilateral relations.
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Ramban residents confronted Chief Minister Omar Abdullah about flood and landslide hardships after heavy rains claimed three lives and devastated the region. Political leaders are urging the Centre to declare it a national disaster and provide financial aid. Essential services restoration is underway, with NDRF, SDRF, army, and police on the ground.