The NDA's choice of C P Radhakrishnan for vice-president has placed DMK in a dilemma. While rejecting a Tamil Nadu native could be seen as disrespecting Tamil pride, supporting a BJP candidate clashes with DMK's stance against the Centre. AIADMK and BJP leaders are urging DMK to support Radhakrishnan, emphasizing the opportunity for a Tamilian to hold high office.
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In a shocking incident in Bengaluru's Machohalli, Vijay Kumar was murdered, allegedly by his wife's lover, Dhananjay. Police have detained Asha, Vijay's wife, Dhananjay, and others for questioning. The motive appears to be an extramarital affair, as Vijay had previously warned Asha and Dhananjay to end their relationship. The attackers fatally assaulted Vijay with machetes near his residence.
India and China have agreed to enhance border dispute resolution efforts following talks between NSA Ajit Doval and Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi. An Expert Group will be established under the WMCC to expedite boundary delimitation. Both sides committed to a fair and mutually acceptable settlement, improved border management, and new mechanisms for de-escalation.
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