Tanks roll on streets (lefts), Ashely Tellis
NEW DELHI: Fierce clashes continue along the Afghanistan-Pakistan border, resulting in significant civilian casualties and damage to military assets. Meanwhile, in the US, an Indian-origin scholar has been arrested for unlawfully possessing classified defense documents and allegedly meeting with Chinese officials. Back in India, Bihar’s JD(U) has unveiled its first list of candidates ahead of the assembly elections, signaling a key step in the NDA’s campaign. Tragedy struck near Jaisalmer as a recently AC-modified private bus caught fire, claiming 20 lives including children, prompting investigations into safety practices. On the sports front, a heartwarming moment unfolded as Rohit Sharma embraced his successor Shubman Gill as India prepares for the Australia series, with veteran players offering their support amid ongoing speculations about team leadership.
Here are your top five stories of the evening:
Fierce Pak-Afghan border clash continue, as fresh visuals show intense shelling – Top developments
Roads were observed with moving tanks as fierce fighting rages on between Afghanistan and Pakistan, with each side reporting damage and casualties. Officials in Kabul informed AFP on Wednesday that the latest clashes resulted in the deaths of 15 Afghan civilians. This escalation comes after recent reciprocal attacks by both and ongoing disputes over border security and accusations of militant sheltering.Read full story
Indian-origin US adviser Ashley Tellis arrested: What FBI found leading to scrutiny?
A scholar of Indian origin named Ashley Tellis has been arrested by US officials for unlawfully keeping more than 1,000 pages of classified national defense information. The documents, labeled “SECRET” and “TOP SECRET,” were found at his residence in Virginia. Authorities further claim that Tellis had multiple meetings with Chinese officials.Read full story
Bihar elections: JD(U) announces first list of 57 candidates amid reports of NDA’s internal rumbling
Bihar chief minister Nitish Kumar’s Janata Dal (United) on Wednesday announced its initial list of 57 candidates for the 101 seats allotted to the party under the NDA seat-sharing agreement ahead of the assembly elections. The list includes cabinet minister Maheshwar Hazari contesting from Kalyanpur, Ratnesh Sada from Sonbarsa, Anant Singh from Mokama, and Ajay Kushwaha from Meenapur. The list comes amid speculation of internal rumbling in the ruling NDA as JD(U) announced candidates for five seats eyed by LJP(R) led by Union minister Chirag Paswan. Read full story
Jaisalmer bus inferno: How vehicle bought 5 days ago became a death trap; flames at front blocked escape
A private bus, which was recently modified to include AC, caught fire near Jaisalmer, resulting in 20 deaths, among them three children. The fire quickly spread due to a suspected short circuit in the AC system, trapping the passengers inside. Rescue operations were challenging because of the extreme heat. Authorities are investigating the bus operator and the modifications made.Read full story
‘Arey hero’: Old meets new – Rohit Sharma greets Shubman Gill, a first since captaincy change
A touching video showed Rohit Sharma hugging Shubman Gill, who has succeeded him as the ODI captain, before India’s upcoming series in Australia. Virat Kohli and Shreyas Iyer also warmly welcomed Gill. With ongoing speculation regarding Rohit and Kohli’s ODI careers, Gautam Gambhir highlighted the importance of concentrating on the present and valuing their experience for the Australian tour.Read full story Go to Source