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New directive: Israel makes Arabic, Islam studies compulsory for all intelligence officials; here’s why

In a major shift, Israeli military has announced sweeping reforms to its intelligence training, making Arabic language and Islamic cultural studies compulsory for all intelligence personnel, reports Jerusalem Post. The move comes in response to the intelligence lapses that preceded the October 7, 2023, Hamas attacks.The Israel defence forces (IDF) confirmed that the changes are…

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Karnataka Bhavan row: Siddaramaiah, DK Shivakumar aides clash in Delhi; H Anjaneya says ‘hit with shoe’ | Bengaluru News

Siddaramaiah (right) and DK Shivakumar BENGALURU/NEW DELHI: A turf war between Karnataka’s top political bosses spilled over into a dramatic public spat in Delhi on Friday, as aides of chief minister Siddaramaiah and his deputy DK Shivakumar clashed inside Karnataka Bhavan, prompting formal complaints and calls for an inquiry.According to multiple sources, the incident involved…

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IND vs ENG: ‘A major red flag’ — Sanjay Manjrekar slams Shubman Gill over Washington Sundar snub on Day 3 | Cricket News

India bowler Washington Sundar (C) with captain Shubman Gill. (Getty Images) NEW DELHI: Former India batter Sanjay Manjrekar has questioned Shubman Gill’s captaincy instincts, calling his decision to delay Washington Sundar’s introduction into the attack on Day 3 of the fourth Test in Manchester “a major red flag.”Go Beyond The Boundary with our YouTube channel….

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‘Mahavatar Narsimha’ box office collections day 1: Ashwin Kumar’s film off to a decent start; mints Rs 2.29 crores | Telugu Movie News

(Picture Courtesy: Facebook) Ashwin Kumar’s mythological action drama ‘Mahavatar Narsimha’ hit the big screens with notable anticipation, and early numbers suggest a modest yet promising start at the box office.According to data from Sacnilk, the film managed to collect Rs 2.29 crore worldwide on its opening day, with the majority of the contribution coming from…

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Epstein case: Ex-girlfriend Maxwell allegedly granted limited immunity; grilled by top DOJ official

Ghislaine Maxwell was granted a limited form of immunity, during her 9 hour interrogation lasting two days, by deputy attorney general Todd Blanche, as per sources cited by ABC news.The immunity deal, known as proffer immunity, meant Maxwell could answer questions without the risk of her responses being used against her later, according to the…

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