Priyanka Chaturvedi questioned Ajit Pawar's commitment to respecting women officers. This follows Amol Mitkari's actions. Mitkari sought verification of an IPS officer's documents. A video showed Pawar allegedly threatening the same officer. Pawar denied the threats and affirmed his respect for the police. He promised action against illegal sand mining.
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Israel released disturbing security footage depicting the October 7 Hamas attack on the Taasa family home. The video shows a Hamas militant killing firefighter Gil Taasa as he shielded his two sons from a grenade. Injured by shrapnel, the boys witnessed their father's death and were later offered drinks by a fighter before the family's eldest son was also killed.
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At a White House dinner hosted by President Trump, five Indian-origin tech executives, including Sundar Pichai and Satya Nadella, were recognized for their significant influence in the US tech sector. These leaders, representing companies like Google, Microsoft, and Micron Technology, highlighted their contributions to AI and innovation.
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Russia launched a massive aerial assault on Ukraine, deploying over 500 aerial weapons, primarily targeting western regions. Ukrainian officials reported injuries and damage to residential areas and infrastructure. The overnight attack injured railway workers, prompting Poland to activate its defense aircraft.