Bill Belichick and Jordon Hudson face backlash after the North Carolina Tar Heels' defeat against TCU, Belichick's first game as coach. A video showing Hudson on the field before the game sparked outrage among fans, who criticized her presence and perceived influence on Belichick. Despite the controversy and fan criticism, Belichick and Hudson have not yet responded to the situation.
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Vivek Agnihotri's controversial film, 'The Bengal Files', faced a modest opening, earning approximately Rs 1.75 crore amidst clashes with 'Baaghi 4'. The film's release was marred by alleged theatre pressure in West Bengal, with actress Pallavi Joshi decrying an “unofficial ban”. 'Baaghi 4' overshadowed 'The Bengal Files', collecting around Rs 12 crore on the same day.
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India is set to begin testing indigenous interceptor missiles next year under Project Kusha, a key component of Mission Sudarshan Chakra. The project aims to create a multi-layered air and missile defense shield by 2035, rivaling systems like the S-400. Development includes long-range surface-to-air missiles with ranges from 150-km to 350-km, with integration of various technologies for comprehensive defense.
Heavy rains, floods, and landslides have caused widespread devastation across Jammu and Kashmir, prompting the central government to dispatch an inter-ministerial team to assess the damage. Landslides injured five at a power project in Kishtwar, while breaches in the Jhelum River's embankment led to flooding in Kashmir.
PM Modi engaged with EU leaders, emphasizing trade, technology, and defense cooperation, pushing for a swift conclusion to the India-EU FTA negotiations by year-end. EU leaders echoed this commitment, planning a joint strategic agenda for the 2026 summit. Discussions also covered the Ukraine conflict, with the EU urging India to leverage its influence for peaceful resolution and stability.
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