The US Department of Justice hails Tahawwur Rana's extradition to India as a crucial step towards justice for the victims of the 26/11 Mumbai terror attacks, which claimed the lives of six Americans and numerous others. Rana, a Pakistani-Canadian, faces trial in India on ten criminal charges related to the 2008 attacks.
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BluSmart, the all-electric cab service, has abruptly stopped operating in Delhi-NCR and Bengaluru. Users are facing commuting problems. Drivers are also affected by this sudden closure. The shutdown follows a Sebi ban on BluSmart's co-founder Anmol Singh Jaggi and his brother Puneet Singh Jaggi. The ban is due to alleged fund misappropriation. Customers are worried about refunds.
Ministry of defence signed a Rs 7,629 crore contract with L&T for 100 K-9 Vajra-T self-propelled howitzers, adding to the 100 already in service. These 155mm guns, with a 28-38 km range, are designed for high-altitude deployment along the China border and boost the Army's firepower amid modernization efforts and lessons from the Ukraine war.
The Israel Defense Forces launched a military operation around Gaza's Kamal Adwan Hospital based on intelligence about terrorist activities. The operation aims to target threats while ensuring patient care and supplies continue. The hospital is alleged to be a Hamas stronghold, violating international law.
Former skipper Rashid Latif urges Pakistan to boycott the Champions Trophy. This follows India's refusal of a hybrid model for the 2025 edition. Pakistan had agreed to the hybrid model but demanded reciprocal treatment for Indian events. The BCCI rejected this, citing no security threats in India. The ICC is now facing a new deadlock over the tournament's future.
Sweden's Foreign Minister Maria Malmer Stenergard emphasized the importance of democracies upholding a rules-based order, particularly in the Indo-Pacific where China poses challenges. Sweden supports India's Make in India initiative, contributing through defence cooperation. She backed Nato and discussed potential India-EU FTA benefits, highlighting India's vital role in maintaining global peace and security.
Paige Bueckers, fresh off a national championship with UConn, was drafted first overall by the Dallas Wings in the WNBA. Overwhelmed with gratitude, Bueckers expressed excitement about joining the Wings and exploring Dallas. Despite a challenging college career marked by an ACL injury, she emerged stronger, leading UConn to victory.
Ireland's Aimee Maguire has been reported for a suspect bowling action in the first women's ODI against India in Rajkot. She will undergo testing at an ICC Accredited Testing Centre. Cricket Ireland supports her during this process, emphasizing her return with an improved action.
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