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Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh invites the U.S. Ambassador to the upcoming Manipur Sangai Festival

In a move that could reflect the quality of services provided to citizens, the government will introduce a citizen feedback and rating system

Chief Minister Naidu calls for intensified action against ganja and drug trade, with a calendar of awareness and enforcement programmes, proposes de-addiction centres of excellence in Visakhapatnam, Tirupati and Amaravati

Rohit Roy expressed his belief that television actors often lack sophistication and elegance, labeling the medium as a 'dustbin' for its perceived low status. He emphasized that film actors exude a certain style and presence in public. According to Roy, the popularity generated on social media doesn’t translate to real respect for actors. Ultimately, he feels that cinema will always be regarded as superior to television in terms of legacy.

Shashi Tharoor defended India's BRICS summit prestige in contrast to Chidambaram's questions on its tangible benefits. The BJP criticized Chidambaram's remarks and highlighted Tharoor's differing viewpoint. Tharoor stated hosting leaders shows diplomatic convening power and value. He also noted BRICS represents a majority of the world's population. Tharoor's independent views often create internal Congress party discussions.

Disha Salian's father provided a statement to the CBI regarding her death. He has accused Shiv Sena UBT leader Aditya Thackeray and actor Dino Morea. The CBI is now investigating the case after a Bombay High Court order. Previously, Mumbai police concluded Disha Salian died by suicide in 2020. Her father petitioned the court alleging suspicious circumstances surrounding her demise.

Houthi forces are close to seizing control of the Bab el-Mandeb Strait, crucial for global shipping. This advance heightens concerns over trade security and energy supply chains around the world. India could experience rising costs and extended transit times for its goods. The Houthis are also enhancing their military capabilities, including integrating AI into weapons systems. This development poses new geopolitical challenges, especially for Pakistan and its defense alliances.

Jasprit Bumrah joined India’s full-squad training session ahead of their three-match T20I series against Afghanistan. The players went through warm-ups, fielding drills and an extended net session. Ishan Kishan briefly raised concerns after going down, but later walked off without apparent discomfort.

An Agra man was arrested after stabbing a nineteen-year-old woman. He attacked her on her way to work after she rejected his advances. The woman was rushed to a hospital for treatment of her wounds. Police apprehended the accused near the JCB Ground after receiving information. The sharp object used in the crime was reportedly thrown into a river.

In a dismal display, Pakistan's opening batsmen faltered throughout their recent Test series against England, accumulating a mere twenty runs across six partnerships. This represented the team's worst performance in thirty-five years, with no partnership exceeding ten runs. Despite the collective shortcomings, Azan Awais managed to find some consistency, although his partners repeatedly fell victim to batting collapses, highlighted by a first innings disaster at Edgbaston.

India has achieved a remarkable milestone with its foreign exchange reserves soaring to an impressive $785.706 billion. This upswing comes on the heels of a notable rise in the previous week, primarily fueled by robust foreign currency assets. The central bank's proactive steps attracted more than USD 136 billion in fresh inflows. Conversely, there was a slight dip in the value of India's gold reserves during that period.

"Today, while trade barriers are rising globally, India is building economic bridges. Since 2014, we have entered into free trade agreements with nearly 40 countries," PM Modi said.

Ajinkya Rahane expresses his enthusiastic support for Sanju Samson's reentry into India's batting lineup, asserting the importance of maintaining their World Cup-winning squad for the upcoming Afghanistan series. In a recent video, Rahane encouraged young talent Vaibhav Sooryavanshi to trust in his instincts and play freely, while highlighting the need for mental resilience to bolster his career growth.

A 24-year-old man was arrested for impersonating a PMO official at Jio World Plaza. He allegedly used ChatGPT to create fake PMO documents and an identity card. Police seized electronic devices and documents from his residence in Khar. His private security guard, an ex-Army personnel, was also arrested with a firearm. Both accused have been remanded to judicial custody by the court.