President Trump's nominee for federal watchdog, Paul Ingrassia, withdrew his candidacy after "racist and pro-Nazi" texts were leaked. Ingrassia's comments, including disparaging remarks about Martin Luther King Jr. and Asian individuals, led to Republican senators withdrawing their support, forcing his withdrawal from the confirmation hearing.
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Delhi's air quality plunged into the 'red zone' on Diwali night as fireworks celebrations extended beyond permitted hours. Most monitoring stations reported 'very poor' to 'severe' pollution levels. Despite Supreme Court-sanctioned green cracker timings, the city's AQI reached 344, with expectations of further deterioration.
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Suryakumar Yadav, fresh off leading India to the Asia Cup title, revealed his past aspirations for ODI captaincy. He believes a stronger ODI performance could have opened doors, and despite Shubman Gill now leading in ODIs, Surya hasn't entirely given up on the dream. He's set to captain India in an upcoming T20I series against Australia.
Smriti Mandhana's spectacular 109 powered Team India to a commanding position in the ICC Women's World Cup 2025. Surviving a tense lbw review, she went on to register her 14th ODI century, forming a record-breaking 212-run opening partnership with Pratika Rawal. Mandhana continues to dominate as the tournament's leading scorer.
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Reliance Industries is diversifying its crude oil sources, shifting away from Russian supplies following US sanctions on major Russian firms. The Indian giant has secured millions of barrels from the Middle East and the US, with shipments expected in December and January. This move signals a significant change in India's energy procurement strategy amidst global geopolitical shifts.
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Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma's return to international cricket after an eight-month break saw them struggle on Perth's bouncy pitch, failing to make a significant impact against Australia. Both veterans were dismissed cheaply, raising questions about their form and future in the squad, especially with the 2027 World Cup on the horizon.
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