A 2011 post by Narendra Modi criticizing the UPA government's handling of the Tahawwur Rana case resurfaced on X after Rana's extradition to India. Modi had previously condemned the US decision to clear Rana, accused in the 2008 Mumbai attacks, calling it a foreign policy failure. Netizens are now praising Modi's commitment following Rana's extradition.
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Drone attacks rocked Kazan, Russia, hitting residential buildings and prompting airport closures. No casualties were reported. This follows a deadly missile exchange with Ukraine, where Russia accused Ukraine of killing five in Kursk. Meanwhile, Ukraine claims to have downed 57 Russian drones and intercepted missiles aimed at Kyiv, though debris caused damage and one fatality.
A book fair to be held at Uttarakhand's HNB Garhwal University faced cancellation allegedly due to pressure from right-wing groups. Organisers claimed the event was obstructed by ABVP citing exams and a pre-booked RSS event, despite prior permissions and arrangements.
Jammu and Kashmir chief minister Omar Abdullah met with Union Home Minister Amit Shah to discuss the restoration of statehood for the region. Abdullah sought a timeline for the process and clarification on the government's authority under the current Union Territory status. He expressed optimism about the restoration and highlighted the need to address various issues with the Home Minister.
NASA astronaut Don Pettit's video of an "intensely green" aurora from the ISS has stirred online speculation about its authenticity. The vivid, static display in the video led some viewers to question if it was digitally manipulated, contrasting with typically dynamic auroras. Despite skepticism, the video highlights the beauty of Earth's natural phenomena as seen from space.
Sindhu Gangadharan, Nasscom chairperson, criticizes global tech giants like Meta and Amazon for reducing diversity initiatives, calling it unfortunate and urging adherence to core values. She underscores the importance of diversity in achieving global success, emphasizing its role in product development and customer satisfaction.