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Justice Kurian Joseph will lead a Tamil Nadu committee to explore greater state autonomy within constitutional limits, addressing long-standing Centre-state issues. The committee will delve into financial autonomy, the role of governors, and other unresolved grievances, drawing from past commissions like Sarkaria and Punchhi. Justice Joseph accepted the role pro bono, upholding his commitment to avoid government jobs post-retirement.
Former India coach Ravi Shastri lauded Ravichandran Ashwin's relentless pursuit of excellence following the all-rounder's retirement. Shastri highlighted Ashwin's constant innovation, 765 international wickets, and exceptional recent form, emphasizing his status as a match-winner. He also praised the synergistic partnership between Ashwin and Jadeja, noting their complementary roles in each other's success.
The Delhi assembly election results present significant changes as BJP secures 43 seats, with notable victories by Parvesh Singh Sahib Verma, Tarvinder Singh Marwah, Atishi, Shikha Roy, and Karnail Singh. Arvind Kejriwal, Satyendar Jain, and Manish Sisodia of AAP suffer major losses, impacting the party's overall standing.
Maharashtra Deputy CM Eknath Shinde refuted speculations of a rift in the Mahayuti alliance, confirming the BJP-led coalition with Shiv Sena and NCP remains intact. Shinde joked, dismissing reports and opposition claims of a cold war with CM Fadnavis. Shinde assured unity ahead of the upcoming budget session and emphasized ongoing development projects.
The Gabba hosts the crucial third Test between India and Australia, who boast a formidable pre-Christmas record at the venue, when they have lost only seven of 61 Tests. Post-Christmas, they have lost three of five. The pitch curator aims for a traditional Gabba pitch with pace and bounce. The match begins on December 14, with the five-match series level at 1-1.
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Following the tragic terrorist attack in Pahalgam, India has closed the Attari Integrated Check Post, a key trade route with Pakistan. Foreign Secretary Misri announced the closure, allowing only returnees until May 1, 2025. The move, impacting trade worth Rs 3,886.
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi visited the family of Somnath Suryawanshi, a Dalit law student who died in custody following protests in Parbhani, Maharashtra. Gandhi alleged Suryawanshi was murdered for protecting the Constitution and blamed the RSS ideology. Chief minister Fadnavis called Gandhi's visit a political move to incite caste hatred and announced a judicial inquiry into the death and protests.
Amid rumours of a divorce between cricketer Yuzvendra Chahal and his wife Dhanashree Verma, the latter addressed baseless allegations and character assassination by trolls on social media. Both unfollowed each other recently, fueling the speculation. Dhanashree stressed on holding on to her values and focusing on the truth.