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Boosting India's blue-water combat, the Navy will commission two indigenous warships and a submarine in the coming month, bolstering capabilities to counter China's influence. This includes the AI-enabled destroyer Surat, stealth frigate Nilgiri, and submarine Vagsheer, all equipped with advanced sensors and weaponry for enhanced operational readiness.
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Rohit Sharma's vintage century led India to a series-clinching win against England in the second ODI with a dominant chase of 304 runs. Ravindra Jadeja's tight bowling restricted England, who appeared poised for a higher total. Despite losing key wickets, India comfortably won with significant contributions from Sharma and Shubman Gill.
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Salman Rushdie's banned book "The Satanic Verses" is now available in limited stock at a Delhi bookstore. The ban, imposed in 1988, ended as the Delhi High Court noted the absence of the notification. Rushdie's controversial novel remains highly debated globally, and its release has reignited discussions on free speech and artistic expression.