The United States is imposing significant sanctions on Russia's top oil firms, Rosneft and Lukoil, due to President Putin's perceived lack of honest engagement in peace talks with President Trump. This action follows the collapse of ceasefire discussions and the cancellation of a planned Trump-Putin summit, signaling US frustration over the stalled peace negotiations.
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Delhi Minister Manjinder Singh Sirsa accused the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) of deliberately politicizing Diwali and Hinduism. He alleged that Arvind Kejriwal banned firecrackers to appease a specific community and that AAP leaders have been criticizing the festival. Sirsa emphasized that Diwali is a Sanatan Hindu festival, not a BJP one, questioning the AAP's negative stance.
The FBI's investigation into illicit gambling and poker activities has intensified, leading to the arrest of NBA players Terry Rozier and former player Chauncey Billups. Hall of Famer Kevin Garnett is also reportedly linked to private poker games investigated by the FBI, though he has not been charged with any wrongdoing.
The BJP mocked the Mahagathbandhan after a press conference poster featured only RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav, suggesting Rahul Gandhi and Congress were sidelined. The INDIA bloc appeared ready to announce Tejashwi as its chief ministerial candidate, with leaders meeting to resolve alliance stalemates and clear confusion ahead of Bihar Assembly elections.
A bomb threat to the Amrapali Express at Kanpur Central Railway Station triggered a massive police and railway response. After an extensive search yielded no explosives, authorities traced the false alarm to two brothers. They confessed to fabricating the threat due to a seating dispute on the train, leading to their arrest and ongoing legal action.
Rinku Singh's stellar 165 steered Uttar Pradesh to a draw against Andhra in their Ranji Trophy opener. Coming in with UP struggling, Rinku's disciplined 273-ball innings, including a vital partnership, showcased his red-ball prowess. This remarkable knock also saw him surpass notable Indian batters in first-class averages, highlighting his growing stature.
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