President Trump is set to sign an executive order allowing the Pentagon to be referred to as the "Department of War," a secondary designation endorsed by Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth. Trump hinted at the change, recalling the department's historical name during World Wars. This move follows Hegseth's actions to reverse earlier policies, including reattributing Confederate-era fort names.
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In Hardoi, a woman named Sheelu, once accused of her husband's murder, discovered him alive and well in an Instagram reel seven years after his disappearance. Jitendra Kumar, also known as Babloo, was found living a double life in Ludhiana with a second wife. Sheelu's discovery led to Babloo's arrest for bigamy, bringing closure to years of suspicion and hardship.
Pakistan's women's cricket team will not attend the ICC Women's World Cup opening ceremony in India, aligning with a recent agreement between the two nations to avoid cross-border travel for ICC tournaments. Political tensions continue to impact sporting relations, as evidenced by India's previous decision to skip the Champions Trophy in Pakistan.
West Bengal Assembly witnessed chaos as Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee accused the BJP of corruption and anti-Bengali sentiment, triggering fierce opposition. BJP chief whip Shankar Ghosh was suspended for disrupting a discussion on Bengali migrants' rights. Marshals escorted Ghosh out after he refused to leave.
Gurgaon faced chaos on Monday. Heavy rainfall caused roads to submerge. Vehicles stalled, leading to severe traffic jams. Key areas like IFFCO Chowk and Hero Honda Chowk were heavily affected. Commuters experienced hours-long delays. Emergency services struggled to navigate the flooded streets. The city's drainage issues were highlighted once again. Residents are demanding better infrastructure.
Faced with 50% tariffs imposed by the US, India can mitigate the impact by boosting domestic consumption, as its internal market absorbs a significant portion of production, says GTRI. Diversifying export destinations through Free Trade Agreements with the EU, UK, and other nations is another viable strategy.
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During Prime Minister Modi's visit to Tokyo, India and Japan solidified their partnership by signing 21 agreements, MOUs, and launching initiatives. These collaborations span diverse sectors, including security, space exploration, digital partnership, and clean energy. Modi emphasized the potential of combining Japan's excellence with India's scale, particularly in manufacturing, technology, and green energy.
Paulina Gretzky, daughter of Wayne Gretzky and wife of Dustin Johnson, is making waves with her daring all-black ensemble during her Italian getaway. Showcasing her evolving style on the LTK app, Gretzky's look features a mix of edgy and luxury pieces, including a Helsa Poplin Bra and Bottega Veneta mules.