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‘India’s great sons’: UK Deputy Prime Minister David Lamy and Rishi Sunak tell stories of their Indian heritage | India News

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‘India’s great sons’: UK Deputy Prime Minister David Lamy and Rishi Sunak tell stories of their Indian heritage | India News

'India's great sons': UK Deputy Prime Ministers David Lamy and Rishi Sunak tell stories of their Indian heritage

Former British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak (left) and British Deputy Prime Minister David Lamy

New Delhi: UK Deputy Prime Minister David Lamy praises former Prime Minister Rishi Sunak Hailed as “India’s great son”, he also highlighted his Indian roots during a fireside chat in New Delhi.Introducing Sunak at the British High Commission, Lamy said: “I know that former Prime Minister Rishi Sunak was not only a great son of Britain, but also a great son of India.“

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Sunak immediately interjected: “Son-in-law”, prompting laughter from the audience.Rami also spoke about his own Indian roots. “I also just wanted to build on my heritage because my great-grandmother on my mother’s side was from Calcutta,” he said.Lamy stressed that despite the UK’s political differences, they were capable of working together. “Although we are on different sides of the political aisle, we can work together and have been friends for many years.”He added, “I was delighted to work with former Prime Minister Rishi Sunak in recent years on our shared goal of doing better on prostate cancer in the UK and globally, and am pleased to work with him on cross-party issues.”Lamy’s comments come amid ongoing discussions about strengthening UK-India relations, with potential areas of cooperation including trade, technology and security, as both countries explore ways to deepen their strategic partnership.Earlier, speaking at the meeting Artificial Intelligence Impact Summit In New Delhi, Sunak called India an ideal place to shape the future of artificial intelligence and said there was “no better place” to deliberate on the global AI transformation.Sunak said: “We do need a regular forum where we can all come together to discuss this technology and that is what this summit, under the leadership of Prime Minister Modi, provides. This summit will have an impact; it will show us how to make artificial intelligence work, not only for developed countries but also for developing countries.”“There is no better place to discuss AI transformation than India,” Sunak said, adding that the summit would showcase how AI can improve health and education “in every corner of the globe” and enhance human dignity.

Iran and Russia hold more drills

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Iran-Russia joint naval hijacking exercise gives US 'chilling' watch

This image provided by the Iranian military on Thursday, February 19, 2026, and dated Tuesday, February 17, 2025, shows Iranian and Russian naval vessels operating during joint exercises in the Indian Ocean. (Masoud Nazari Mehrabi/Iranian Army, AP)

Dubai: Iran held annual military exercises with Russia on Thursday as a second U.S. aircraft carrier approached West Asia, with both the United States and Iran saying they were ready for war if talks over Tehran’s nuclear program failed. Indirect talks held in recent weeks have produced little apparent progress, and one or both sides may be buying time for final war preparations.Iran’s state-run Islamic News Agency reported that the Iranian army and the Russian navy conducted annual exercises in the Gulf of Oman and the Indian Ocean aimed at “strengthening operational coordination and exchanging military experience.” Iran also issued a rocket launch warning to pilots in the area, suggesting the launch of anti-ship missiles.

Iran-Russia joint naval hijacking exercise gives US ‘chilling’ watch

Separately, Iran’s Atomic Energy Minister Mohammad Eslami said on Thursday that “no country can deprive Iran” of its right to enrich nuclear weapons.

Filmmakers withdraw title of ‘Ghooskhor Pandat’ | India News

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Filmmakers withdraw title of ‘Ghooskhor Pandat’ | India News

Filmmakers withdraw title of 'Ghooskhor Pandat'

Manoj Bajpayee stills from the trailer

New Delhi: Rocked by allegations of anti-Brahmin bias, FIRs and court petitions, the producers of “Ghooskhor Pandat” on Thursday filed an affidavit informing Supreme Court It was decided to withdraw the title of the film and not use words that hurt the sentiments of the social class starring Manoj Bajpayee. Senior advocate Neeraj Kishan Kaul, appeared on behalf of the producers Neeraj PandeyA bench of BV Nagarathna and Ujjal Bhuyan told Justices BV Nagarathna and Ujjal Bhuyan that the promotional material has been withdrawn in view of concerns expressed about the trailer since its release on February 3. He said the film is a fictional police drama revolving around a criminal investigation and does not portray any caste, religion, community or sect as corrupt. Pandey said in his affidavit, “I would like to submit that the earlier title ‘Ghooskhor Pandat’ has been expressly withdrawn and shall not be used in any manner. While the new title has not been finalized yet, I guarantee that any title that may be decided and adopted thereafter shall not be similar or evocative of the objectionable previous title and shall accurately reflect the narrative and intention of the film without giving rise to any controversy.” Unintentional explanation.“ The judge accepted the affidavit and ordered the proceedings to end.

Eric Dane Cause of Death: Grey’s Anatomy, Euphoria star dies at 53 after battle with ALS

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Eric Dane Cause of Death: Grey’s Anatomy, Euphoria star dies at 53 after battle with ALS

Eric Dane (Eric Dane) for starring in ” Grey’s Anatomy and EuphoriaDied on February 19 at the age of 53. He died 10 months after announcing he had ALS.if) diagnosis.

Eric Dane wowed audiences on Grey's Anatomy as Dr. Mark Sloan, aka McSteamy on Grey's Anatomy. (Jordan Strauss/Invision/AP) — Eric Dane wowed audiences on Grey’s Anatomy as Dr. Mark Sloan, aka McSteamy on Grey’s Anatomy. (Jordan Strauss/Invision/AP)

The actor’s family confirmed his death to People in a statement. “It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Eric Dane on Thursday afternoon,” the statement read.

Reports indicate that Dane, who wowed audiences as Dr. Mark Sloan (aka McSteamy) on Grey’s Anatomy, died after a battle with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, or Lou Gehrig’s disease.

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“He spent his final days in the company of his dear friends, his devoted wife, and his two beautiful daughters, Billie and Georgia, who were the center of his world. During his battle with ALS Throughout his journey, Eric became a passionate advocate for advocacy and research, determined to make a difference for others facing the same battle. He will be deeply missed and will be forever missed. Eric is adored by his fans and is forever grateful for the outpouring of love and support he has received as he navigates this difficult time.”

When Dane announced his ALS diagnosis, he told the publication: “I have been diagnosed with ALS. I am grateful to have my loving family by my side as we begin this new chapter.”

What is amyotrophic lateral sclerosis?

Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) is a neurological disease that affects nerve cells in the brain and spinal cord. According to the Mayo Clinic, it can cause a loss of muscle control.

The disease can become more severe over time. It is often called Lou Gehrig’s disease, named after the basketball player who was diagnosed with the disease. The cause of ALS is unknown, and in some cases it is hereditary.

The Mayo Clinic further states that ALS begins with muscle twitching and weakness in the arms or legs. There may even be difficulty swallowing or slurred speech. ALS ultimately affects control of the muscles people need to move, speak, eat and breathe. There is no cure for this deadly disease.

Even after announcing he had amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), Dane pledged to continue filming the third season of Euphoria starring Sydney Sweeney.

Who is Eric Dane?

Dane was born in San Francisco in 1972. His father died of a gunshot wound when he was seven. Dane stumbled upon an acting opportunity, telling Gulf Times: “I was a water polo player in high school and my season was short and I ended up being cast as Joe Keller on All My Sons. Very seriously. I fell in love with it. I was like, this is the best feeling ever!”.

After graduation, he moved to Los Angeles and made guest appearances on shows such as “Roseanne” and “Married…with Children.” He then starred in two seasons of Charmed and made his first feature film with Baskets. In 2006, the character of Mark Sloan was introduced, and fan love made McSteamy a mainstay throughout the season. He left the show in 2012, noting that he was battling drug addiction at the time and had essentially “let it go”.

Dane married actress Rebecca Gayheart in 2004. They have two daughters: Billie and Georgia, born in 2010 and 2011 respectively. Gerhart filed for divorce in 2018, but filed for divorce again in 2025, which was rejected. According to Celebrity Net Worth, Dane’s net worth is estimated to be around $7 million.

‘Beyond his limits’: Shadab Khan reprimanded by PCB for attacking former Pakistan legend Cricket News

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‘Beyond his limits’: Shadab Khan reprimanded by PCB for attacking former Pakistan legend Cricket News

'Beyond his limits': Shadab Khan reprimanded by PCB for attacking former Pakistan legend

Pakistan’s Shadab Khan celebrates (Photo by Robert Cianfone/Getty Images)

Pakistan Cricket Board reportedly expressed displeasure over the incident Shadab Khan He previously made scathing comments about former players during the World Cup. The board has reportedly warned the all-rounder to be more careful with his language after he gave a sharp response to criticism surrounding his selection. Shadab responds to his critics after playing key role PakistanThe United States beat Namibia by 102 runs in Colombo on Wednesday, scoring 36 off 22 balls to claw back 3-13. Talking about the criticism of former cricketers appearing on TV panels, he said: “Ex-cricketers have their point of view. They (former players) are legends but even they could not achieve what we have achieved. We beat India in the World Cup.”

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According to Telecom Sports Asia, team manager Naveed Cheema conveyed the PCB’s concerns to Shadab and told him that his remarks at the post-match press conference had crossed the line. “Naveed Cheema called to convey to Shadab that he went beyond his limits during Wednesday night’s press conference. Shadab should know that all former players – including his father-in-law, Saklan Mushtaq – is a respected great man of Pakistan. Shadab should respect them and should not use such language,” the report states. It also claimed Cheema had been instructed to remind other players to limit public comments to match matters, warning that disciplinary action could be taken if boundaries were breached. Shadab’s father-in-law Saqlan Mushtaq also expressed his disappointment. “These are unpopular comments and most of the players I have played with have played with me. In fact, I am also one of those who have not won an ICC event but we have won several important matches for Pakistan – Tests and ODIs,” Sakran told Telecom Asia Sports. Pakistan are scheduled to face New Zealand in their first Super Eights match in Colombo on Saturday. They will face England at Palleke on February 24 and Sri Lanka four days later at the same venue.

Are aliens real? Donald Trump orders release of ‘confidential information’ about UFOs

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Are aliens real? Donald Trump orders release of ‘confidential information’ about UFOs

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President of the United States Donald Trump announced on Thursday that he ordered the release of classified documents about UFOs and aliens, while blaming the former president barack obama Release of Confidential Information.“Based on the overwhelming interest shown, I will direct the Secretary of War and other appropriate departments and agencies to begin identifying and releasing government documents related to aliens and extraterrestrial life, unidentified aerial phenomena (UAPs), and unidentified flying objects (UFOs), as well as any and all other information related to these highly complex but extremely interesting and important matters. God bless America! ” Trump said on TruthSocial.

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Trump’s comments came hours after he accused former President Barack Obama of leaking “classified information” over comments that suggested aliens might be real. “I don’t know if they’re true or false,” Trump told reporters aboard Air Force One, adding, of Obama, “I would probably get him out of trouble by declassifying them.”Former President Barack Obama made the comments during a podcast appearance over the weekend, later clarifying that he had seen no evidence that aliens had “made contact with us.” However, he added, “Statistically, the universe is so huge that the likelihood of life being there is very high.”Trump also addressed the topic on Thursday, telling reporters: “I have no problem with it. I never talk about it. A lot of people do. A lot of people believe it.”Trump’s daughter-in-law, Lara Trump, said this week that he might speak out more directly. She said on the podcast that the president has prepared a speech about aliens and that he will deliver it at the “right time.”The claim prompted an interesting response from the White House. Press secretary Carolyn Leavitt laughed when asked about it on Wednesday, saying: “The alien speech was news to me.”Public interest in UFOs resurfaced in 2017 after former Pentagon and government officials leaked Navy footage of UFOs to The New York Times and Politico. This new concern prompted Congress to hold its first UFO hearings in 50 years in May 2022. Officials later said the object seen in the widely discussed footage, a green triangle hovering over the Navy ship, was likely a drone.The Pentagon has pledged greater transparency amid growing scrutiny. In July 2022, it established the All-Area Anomaly Resolution Office (AARO) to centralize reports of unidentified aerial phenomena.In 2023, AARO’s then-director Sean Kirkpatrick said he found no evidence “that any program ever existed” to reverse engineer alien technology.Available public data indicates that while many military UFO sightings remain unsolved, the majority of discovered cases involve conventional objects. An 18-page unclassified report to Congress in June 2024 noted that there were 485 reports of unidentified phenomena last year, 118 of which were attributed to “common objects such as various balloons, birds, and unmanned aerial systems.”

Chhattisgarh High Court: Teenagers who committed heinous crimes will not get automatic bail India News

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Chhattisgarh High Court: Teenagers who committed heinous crimes will not get automatic bail India News

Chhattisgarh High Court: Teenagers who committed heinous crimes cannot get automatic bail

Raipur: Chhattisgarh HC dismisses appeal of youth seeking bail in 2025 homicideIt said such relief could not be considered an absolute or automatic right and release would be “defeat the ends of justice” given the seriousness of the offence.Justice Arvind Kumar Verma upheld the earlier orders of the Juvenile Justice Board (JJB) and the Chhattisgarh Dhamtari bench and held that the high court was “not convinced” that the juvenile could seek bail without the court examining the nature of the offence.“In heinous crimes such as murder, the JJB and the courts have rightly prioritized child protection over regular bail. Such acts seriously disrupt social order, violate the inherent dignity of children and require collective vigilance to restore moral balance,” Justice Verma observed in his judgment on February 13.The minor filed a criminal modified plea under the Juvenile Justice Act, 2015, challenging the court order dated October 31, 2025, denying bail. He allegedly stabbed Vikas Dhruv following an altercation in Dhamtari on June 6 last year.The minor’s lawyers argued that lower courts failed to understand the reform spirit of the 2015 law and that continuing to hold him in an observation center would expose him to criminal repercussions. Lawyers said the attack was in self-defence and the defendant had no previous criminal record and came from a poor family.Government lawyer Vivek Sharma argued that the lower court had correctly assessed the evidence, highlighting the seriousness of the crime.

Eric Dane: All about wife Rebecca Gayheart, daughters and net worth

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Eric Dane: All about wife Rebecca Gayheart, daughters and net worth

Eric Dane is best known for playing Dr. Mark “McStammy” Sloane on Grey’s Anatomy. dead His publicist confirmed that at the age of 53, he battled amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS).

Eric Dane and Rebecca Gayheart attend the 59th Primetime Emmy Awards held at the Shrine Auditorium in Los Angeles on September 16, 2007. (Associated Press)

A statement said he spent his final moments surrounded by loved ones and described his daughters as “the center of his world”.

married Rebecca Gayhart

Dane married actress Rebecca Gayheart in 2004. She filed for divorce in 2018 but later withdrew the petition.

In a recent interview, Gerhart said they have been separated for years but still support each other like a family.

When it comes to coping with Dane’s condition, she said she tries to show her daughters that “no matter what happens, we’re here for people… and we’re going to do the best we can to get through this.”

Dane also said he was “grateful to have my loving family by my side” during his diagnosis.

their daughter

The couple has two daughters:

Billie Beatrice Dane (b. 2010)

Georgia Geraldine Dane (b. 2011)

They live mostly with Gayheart and still go to school.

net worth and career

Celebrity Net Worth estimates Dane’s net worth to be approximately $7 million, earned through television and film roles. After his breakthrough on “Grey’s Anatomy,” he starred in TNT’s “The Last Ship,” followed by HBO’s “Euphoria.”

His film credits include “Marley and Me,” “Valentine’s Day” and “X-Men: The Last Stand.”

According to public estimates, Gayheart’s net worth is estimated at $5 million, which makes the family’s total wealth approximately $12 million.

Dane revealed in 2025 that he had ALS, a progressive neurological disease. After his diagnosis, he worked to raise awareness of the condition.

‘Kick like Vaibhav Sooryavanshi’: R Ashwin’s bold move as India foray into Super 8 | Cricket News

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‘Kick like Vaibhav Sooryavanshi’: R Ashwin’s bold move as India foray into Super 8 | Cricket News

'Kick like Vaibhav Sooryavanshi': R Ashwin's bold move as India forays into Super 8

India’s Vaibhav Sooryavanshi (AP Photo/Solomon Chingono)

The Indian team has completed the group stage of the T20 World Cup and is now gearing up for a tougher test in the Super 8s. The defending champion will face stronger opponents in the next stage, including 2024 runners-up South Africa, West Indies and Zimbabwe. India have swept all challenges so far in the first round, underlining their status as title holders. While speaking on Ash Ki Baat, Ravichandran Ashwin Praising the team’s consistency but admitting the performance against the Netherlands was not flawless. He pointed out Suryakumar Yadav Carefully anchoring each innings, and Shivam Dube, Hardik Pandya And Rinku Singh increased his scoring rate at the right times. Ashwin emphasized that even when India are not at their strongest, their overall strength makes them difficult to beat.

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“Surya played very hard. For the acceleration points, Dube, Hardik and Linku were there. They knew they could chase down the scoring rate. But India’s performance with the bat today (against Netherlands) was not very good and the efficiency was not very high. But it is such a solid team that even on a normal day, they can shut you out. They are below par and not at their best. But, Varun Chakravarthy Chakaravarthy bowled so well that the Netherlands could not select him. Jasprit Bumrah He has performed well in the Powerplay and also played for York,” he said on Ash ki Baat. Ashwin also discussed Tilak Varma’s approach in the shortest form, especially when he resumes training after injury. He emphasized that T20 success does not always depend on brute force and highlighted the value of timing and placement. “Tilak Varma is back from injury. We talk about strength and power, but sweet spot and timing are the basic essence of batting. Tilak was not a power hitter. For him, timing and finding the sweet spot are all that matters. Remember, you can play like Vaibhav (Sooryavanshi) but you can also play like Tilak, who relies on timing and finding gaps,” Ashwin said. Elsewhere, Pakistan’s victory over Namibia confirmed Super Eight qualification, joining India in Group A. Sri Lanka and Zimbabwe advance from Group B, West Indies and England advance from Group C, while South Africa and New Zealand advance from Group D in the 20-team tournament. With Australia and New Zealand confirmed as co-hosts for the 2028 tournament, all Super Eight teams (including New Zealand and Australia) have now qualified for the tournament.

90 days without charge, minor granted statutory bail | India News

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90 days without charge, minor granted statutory bail | India News

90 days without charge, minor released on statutory bail

Jodhpur: Rajasthan HCJodhpur’s chief judge has granted statutory bail to a teenager arrested in the Pocso case and detained him without a chargesheet for more than 90 days, citing violation of his right to personal liberty.Judge Fajjad Ali also ordered an inquiry into what he called “chronological impossibility” in the case record.The order sheet dated November 24, 2025 mentioned that the trial court rejected the bail plea. Judge Ali noted that the application was not filed until November 28.