Syria's new government was sworn in, marking a major step since Bashar al-Assad's removal. The 23-member cabinet, without a prime minister, includes diverse religious and ethnic backgrounds. Economic troubles and security concerns remain significant challenges. An agreement with the Syrian Democratic Forces was also signed to merge them into the Syrian army.
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Lt Gen Herzi Halevi, Israel's top military leader, resigned due to failures in security and intelligence leading to Hamas' surprise attack on October 7, 2023. Concurrently, Israel carries out a significant military operation in Jenin, escalating tensions as a ceasefire with Gaza's Hamas fighters remains fragile.
India bowling coach Morne Morkel has rejoined the team in Dubai after attending to a personal emergency. Morkel's return comes as the team prepares for their final group-stage match against New Zealand. India has already secured a spot in the tournament's semifinals with dominant wins over Bangladesh and Pakistan.
A man was killed and four others injured in a stabbing attack in Israel's Hafia on Monday. The attacker was neutralized by the police. Three of the injured are in serious condition, and one is in moderate condition. This attack occurred three days after another incident where a vehicle hit pedestrians on Highway 65.
Following a proposal to temporarily halt the selection of sitting or former judges' lawyer children for high court judges, another SC collegium member suggested they should meet a higher benchmark. This aims to balance merit-based appointments with concerns over the advantages of judicial lineage.
Samajwadi Party MLA Abu Azmi has apologised for remarks praising Mughal emperor Aurangzeb, stating they were based on historical facts. He clarified that his words were misrepresented and not meant to disrespect other historical figures. Following controversy, Mumbai Police launched an investigation, and an FIR was filed, later transferring the case to Marine Drive police station.
Early diagnosis and intervention are crucial for managing Autistic Spectrum Disorder (ASD), improving cognitive and social-emotional functions in affected children. Despite no specific biomarker test available, observation of behaviour is essential. In India, challenges such as lack of acceptance, cultural differences, and high cost hinder early diagnosis. Multidisciplinary approaches and parental involvement are vital for effective management.
SpaceX launched the Fram2 mission, the first human spaceflight over Earth's polar regions, carrying four astronauts including commander Jannicke Mikkelsen and entrepreneur Chun Wang. The mission, launched from NASA's Kennedy Space Center, aims to advance research for future Mars travel and involves various scientific experiments, including space X-ray imaging and microgravity mushroom cultivation.
Entrepreneur Aman Gupta and Kunal Bahl from Shark Tank India expressed profound grief and disbelief over the Pahalgam terror attack, which resulted in 26 fatalities. Gupta shared his sorrow on X, reflecting the collective pain felt nationwide. Bahl, a long-time admirer of Kashmir, voiced his frustration and concern over safety, halting his encouragement of tourism to the region.
Divya Ramkumar, 31, was arrested for slitting the throats of her two children, resulting in the death of her 18-month-old son while her four and half-year-old son survived. The incident followed a fight at her parents' house in Pullapuram. The surviving child was sent to Divya's husband, Ramkumar, after being discharged from the hospital.