External affairs ministry has cautioned against double standards following NATO chief Rutte's warning of potential secondary sanctions for countries, including India, maintaining trade ties with Russia. Rutte urged India, China, and Brazil to reconsider their economic relations with Moscow or face sanctions if Russia doesn't engage in peace talks.
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Indian Air Force Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla, part of the Ax-4 mission, is set to return to Earth after an unforgettable evening on the ISS. The crew, including Shukla, shared a meal and stories, celebrating international collaboration in space. Shukla made history as the first Indian on a private ISS mission, contributing to over 60 experiments.
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Following a devastating cloudburst in Mandi district, 11-month-old Nikita was orphaned after her parents and grandmother were swept away. The community rallied around her, offering immense support and love. Despite numerous adoption offers, Nikita's relatives decided she will be raised by her paternal aunt, ensuring she remains within her family. A bank account has been opened to support Nikita's future.
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