Indian ambassador Akhilesh Mishra strongly criticized The Irish Times for its editorial on the Pahalgam terror attack, accusing it of downplaying terrorism and echoing narratives that support its perpetrators. Mishra highlighted the editorial's failure to condemn the attack unequivocally and its criticism of PM Modi.
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Ravichandran, father of Indian just-retired Ashwin, revealed that his son's sudden retirement stemmed from alleged humiliation within the team. The family was shocked by the decision, believing Ashwin's career had more to offer. Repeated omissions from the playing XI likely fueled Ashwin's retirement, a move his father suggested was emotionally difficult but perhaps inevitable given the circumstances.
A Patna district magistrate slapped a protesting BPSC aspirant amid ongoing unrest over the commission's normalization policy and alleged exam irregularities. Students are demanding clarity and fairness in the upcoming 70th BPSC exam. The recent arrest and release of student leader Dilip Kumar further fueled the protests, which have garnered support from prominent educators.
India and the US signed an MoU to enhance cooperation on cybercrime investigations, bolstering security against terrorism, violent extremism, and related threats. The agreement will facilitate collaboration on cyber threat intelligence and digital forensics. The MoU was signed by Indian ambassador Vinay Kwatra and US deputy secretary Kristie Canegallo, with respective agencies overseeing implementation.
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Tom Brady, nearing the end of his first year in a $375 million, 10-year contract with Fox Sports, might step away from his broadcasting role due to his numerous business ventures. Experts predict he could focus on NFL ownership and his production company, rather than completing his contract with Fox.
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